Past Events

Weaving for Expectant Mothers
In Arabic and English
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In this workshop, mothers will learn how to express their creativity through creating woven accessories for their babies.
Chess Club
In Arabic and English
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Did you know that chess improves memory and problem-solving skills, and raises IQ? It is a wonderful way to improve focus and flex those creative muscles and, most importantly, kids have fun playing the game.
Explore the Online Children’s Library!
In Arabic
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Join this session and explore the amazing online collection available for young readers on the Library’s website. The collection is available to you any day of the week, any time of day, and includes audiobooks, read-alongs, games, puzzles, printouts and more.
Social Media for Libraries: Importance, Platforms, Tools, Best Practices and Key Challenges
In Arabic and English
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This session aims to highlight the importance of using social media to increase users’ engagement and to promote a library's collection and services to the community. Librarians will learn how to develop social media strategies and to incorporate them within their own library's marketing strategy.
Let’s Eat from East to West! An Inclusive Live Cooking Event at QNL
In Arabic and English
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These cookery demonstrations with famous chefs Nour Al Mazroei and Giles Duley offer a wonderful opportunity for people with disabilities and those who support them.
Storytime for Children
In Arabic
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Join us for Storytime at Qatar National Library. We will read stories and make up our own together.
Get to Know our Online Resources
In English
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Online resources are one of the very reasons that libraries are still relevant in today's age of digital technologies and instant communications. 
We Survived Cancer... These Are Our Stories
In Arabic
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In celebration of Doha Health Week, Qatar National Library and Qatar Cancer Society will have a reading session presented by cancer survivor patients. This reading activity is about people’s experiences of cancer and treatment that can be a source of support and inspiration to everyone. Discussion and personal networking with members of Qatar Cancer Society will follow.  
Chess Club
In Arabic and English
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Did you know that chess improves memory and problem-solving skills, and raises IQ? It is a wonderful way to improve focus and flex those creative muscles and, most importantly, kids have fun playing the game.
Tips for Writing Successful CVs
In English
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In this workshop, we will cover the challenges and best practices for updating your CV or professional profile on LinkedIn.