Past Events

Are you ready to take your academic and career aspirations to the next level? Qatar National Library is proud to launch a new mentorship program featuring some of the brightest minds and leaders from Education City and its distinguished alumni network, and other leading institutions in Qatar. 

QNL is pleased to host its Seventh Summer Camp for children and young adult, offering a wide range of engaging activities.    

Did you know that chess improves memory and problem-solving skills, and raises IQ? It is a fun and engaging way to improve focus, think strategically and spark creativity. Join us for a weekly, informal chess gathering at the Library open to all ages and skill levels! Whether you are a chess enthusiast or just curious to learn how to play, come along to learn the basics, meet fellow players and enjoy a little bit of competition. 

Are you looking for a space to share your passion for Threads Art? Join the weekly Creative Threads gathering, organized by a group of enthusiasts and held every Thursday morning.

Are you an artist looking for a creative space to work on your projects and share your passion for art? Join our Art Majlis gathering on the third Tuesday of every month. 

We invite people with visual impairments to join us for this discussion session on the audiobook As a Man Thinketh, available for download through our online resources, Libby and OverDrive.

Qatar National Library, in its capacity as the IFLA Regional Office for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), invites you to join the 'Librarians for Libraries' program. This initiative aims to develop librarianship skills across the MENA region through a series of engaging virtual sessions covering a variety of key topics.

Calling all children aged 7 to 10! Join us for an enchanting story time experience, where captivating tales and delightful stories come to life. Let’s embark on an unforgettable journey of imagination and wonder together! 

Qatar National Library, in its capacity as the IFLA Regional Office for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), invites you to join the 'Librarians for Libraries' program.

QNL, in partnership with Kutubee Interactive Reading platform, invites you to participate in the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, aiming at preventing the “summer slide” associated with reduced reading during the summer months.