Past Events

This lecture will present a sensible approach for parents of children with Down syndrome to create proper eating habits and encourage a healthy lifestyle to prevent weight gain.

It was a long year; we learned a lot from it and changed our perceptions and decisions for many things. Please share your experience during this epidemic, set your goals, and tell us what you have already achieved in this extraordinary period. If you are talented in drawing, we invite you to participate with us in this enjoyable workshop to speak and draw a painting that expresses your goals during the pandemic.

In this workshop, programmer Sultan Al-Bader, a high school student at Qatar Science and Technology Secondary School, will give us an overview of the basics of Java programming. We will also learn about the applications of this programming language in our daily life and its examples, such as apps, websites and more. After attending this workshop, you will be able to build your first basic Java application.

Join us to celebrate Qatar National Sports Day and learn new techniques in art. Using paint on canvas, use your imagination to draw your favorite sport or stadium in Qatar. This is a great opportunity for children ages 8 to 11 to explore their creative side in a fun environment.

The global pandemic has reversed the development we have achieved in the last five decades and has exposed the structural inequalities and challenges communities face across the world. How are we going to develop post-covid and in the age of Anthropocene? Is there a new way forward? We are pleased to host Heriberto Tapia, one of the lead authors of the latest Human Development Report, to discuss the Human Development Report 2020. This event is in partnership with AYCM Qatar, the UN Development Programme and the Swedish Embassy in Qatar.

Having trouble with your math or science homework? We are happy to continue to help!

Join our Virtual Knitting and Crochet Meetup to share experiences, information and more. Show us what you’re working on! Everyone is welcome, including beginners and those who want to learn. Grab your yarn and needles and let’s chat! The event will be conducted online via Microsoft Teams.

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

Start 2021 right with exercise and activity! Join our librarians for a fun-filled session of healthy activities. We'll start with some warmup stretches and exercises, then do some light cardio routines using your own body weight.

Developing successful habits can be challenging, but the Library has got you covered. In this series of seminars, you'll develop skills, tips, tricks and habits that will take you to the next level in your academic life.