Past Events

Dear guests,

Some of the Library’s events and workshops will continue to be offered online until further notice. About 24 hours before the event, a librarian will send you the link you can use to attend. 

Breastfeeding Support Group
In English
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Are you a breastfeeding mother who is looking for support, or an expecting mother who wishes to learn more about breastfeeding?
Science Book Forum: Natural Disasters
In Arabic
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Join us for the February Science Book Forum and discover the origins and impacts of natural disasters such as volcanos, earthquakes, tsunamis and floods. These events affect the lives of millions of people every year and can tell us a great deal about the evolution of our planet. 
Writing and Editing: Brushing Up on the Basics
In English
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Join this interactive session to improve your proofreading skills for more polished writing. We will focus on punctuation, style and structure. This is a practical session, so please bring along a piece of your own unedited writing.
Storytime at the Library
In Arabic
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Join us for Storytime every Monday at the Children's Library. In February, we will read stories on the theme of the environment and make up our own together.
The Wounded Healer
In English
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Qatar National Library is pleased to collaborate with Sidra Medicine to host Dr. Ahmed Hankir, creator of the Wounded Healer, an evidence-based and data-driven anti-stigma program. Dr. Hankir will present his award-winning performance tracing his recovery journey as a survivor of psychological trauma to becoming an award-winning “wounded healer."
Public Speaking and Debate Workshop
In English
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The workshop will teach students the basics of good public speaking, as well as the skills needed to successfully debate important issues.
Master the Business Model Canvas
In English
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Join us to learn how you design your business model in just a few steps. The workshop aims to give insights into the nine aspects of the Business Model Canvas and to highlight key specialized entrepreneurial tools that support developing innovative ideas into practical business models.
Colors and Shapes for Toddlers
In Arabic
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Join us in the Children's Library with your little ones for an hour of fun and engaging activities about colors and shapes.
Young Adults Coding Club
In Arabic and English
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Programming is now at the center of the digital era we live in, and it's needed in many different jobs. If you are 10 to 18-year old and you enjoy programming, join our Coding Club and challenge yourself to learn the basics of programming.
Movie Screening: "Living the Change: Inspiring Stories for a Sustainable Future"
In English
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Join us for a screening of the 2018 documentary Living the Change: Inspiring Stories for a Sustainable Future. The movie presents inspiring approaches to sustainable living by telling the stories of individuals who have decided to make a change. Watch the movie's trailer here.