Past Events

Join us in celebrating the important impact of the Arabic language through this lecture, held in cooperation with the Qatari Authors Forum. Dr. Abdelhak Belabed, Associate Professor at Qatar University and a member of the Qatari Authors Forum, will discuss the role Arabic language plays in promoting the linguistic and cultural security of its speakers.

The Creative Writing Circle for Adults is an opportunity for creative writers to come together and share their work. The group provides inspiration, feedback and encouragement in a supportive environment. So whatever stage you’re at, come along and get writing.

In celebration of Qatar MENASA Years of Culture 2022, and as we prepare for the FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar, the Library will host several thinkers and authors from the MENA region to discuss the impact of sports in literature.

What is manuscript studies? Which subjects are most studied in this field? What are the latest developments in studying the Islamic manuscript culture? What are the current resources and research literature?

This presentation will give you advice on publishing with HBKU Press in Qatar and how to get editors' attention. If you are a writer seeking insights into the submission process and what editors are looking for, this is your chance to find out more.

The Arabic Book Club at Qatar National Library is pleased to host author Nagat Ali to talk about her recent book, Gratitude is a Way of Life, and her experience as a writer. 

These sessions give you an opportunity to learn how you can study abroad. You'll discover information about the admission process and academic programs at the below institutions.

Join us for our virtual English Fiction Book Club meeting. We will discuss Shanghai Girls, by Lisa See. Copies of the book will be available at the User Services Desk. You can now visit the Library building directly to borrow one. You may also check out the ebook here.

The Library, as the IFLA Preservation and Conservation Regional Center, is organizing this online training course under the framework of the Himaya project to counter the trafficking and illegal circulation of the documentary heritage. The training will include the following content:

Did you know that chess improves memory, problem-solving, and IQ? It's also a wonderful way to improve focus, flex those creative muscles, and most importantly, kids have fun playing.