Past Events

Productive Researcher Series Season 2: Archival Research
In English
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In the second season of the Productive Researcher Series, we will focus on research methodologies. We will bring experts from around the world to discuss on most commonly used research methodologies.
Creative Writing Circle for Adults
In English
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The Creative Writing Circle for Adults is an opportunity for creative writers to come together and share their work. The group will provide inspiration, feedback and encouragement in a supportive environment. So whatever stage you’re at, come along and get writing. The workshop will be conducted online via Microsoft Teams.
Maximize the Library's Online Services
In Arabic
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Join us for a brief orientation about the Library's online services for adults. You'll be introduced to our various online services and how you can maximize your virtual Library experience. The session will be conducted online via Microsoft Teams. 
Online Storytime for Children
In Arabic
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Join us for Online Storytime every week. We will read stories and make up our own together. The event will be conducted online via Microsoft Teams. 
Marginal Texts and New Prospects in Studying Manuscripts
In Arabic
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This lecture examines marginal notes and texts in the Islamic manuscript. These includes mainly marginalia or apostils, such as glosses (annotations), scribbles and other marks which are not of the manuscript's main text. Such notes extends to include other types of ownership statements, endowment notes and seals, collation marks, general notes, verses and recipes, and are usually written in the title page and margins of the manuscript. 
استكشف مكتبة قطر الوطنية
In Arabic and English
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We are pleased to invite you to visit and explore Qatar National Library. Our staff are happy to give you a tour highlighting the Library’s services and resources.
Dissertation 101: How to Structure Your Dissertation or Research Paper
In Arabic
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This program will cover the elements and layout of a dissertation in brief. It will explain the elements of a research paper, such as introduction, literature review, research question and other elements areas using examples of research papers. We will provide a short review of how to search the Library's resources at the end. This event is great for anyone who aims to write a research paper or dissertation. 
Arabic Book Club Meetup: "My Father Taught Me"
In Arabic
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Join the Arabic Book Club for a discussion of the book My Father Taught Me, by Dr. Salman Al-Ouda.
Maximize the Library's Online Services
In English
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Join us for a brief orientation about the Library's online services for adults. You'll be introduced to our various online services and how you can maximize your virtual Library experience.
Explore the Online Children’s Library!
In Arabic
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Join this session and explore the amazing electronic 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-along, games, puzzles, printouts and more. To ensure you get the maximum benefit from this session, please keep your membership information ready. If you do not have a membership, please register here.