Past Events

Arabic calligraphy has a centuries-long history with deep cultural and religious roots. Enjoy the beauty and charm of Arabic calligraphy and learn this timeless art in our training workshop to continue the great tradition yourself.

Need a place to study? How about some help with your homework or assignment? The Library is the place to be. We will have volunteers ready to support you with your academic needs in math, science, and English.

We invite parents, educators, and those interested in parenting and child development to join us to talk about books that have had an impact on their parenting or teaching methods, and share interesting parenting tips and tried best practices. Participants can discuss this topic with their favorite book or borrow from our collection.

Introducing young adults to inspirational entrepreneurs who can encourage you to take the lead and come up with a new idea that you can transform into reality!

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 important, kids have fun playing. Come to Chess Club to learn the basics, make some friends and enjoy a little bit of competition.

Join us to discover and explore the Library's various online resources for middle school and high school students, including research tools, ebooks, audiobooks and periodicals.

Join this casual gathering of knitters and crocheters every Thursday from 9:00 – 11:00 AM to work on projects and share skills in a friendly atmosphere. Participants are welcome to bring their own supplies and projects or borrow the Library’s needles and yarn. All skill levels are welcome, including beginners who are interested in learning. Be sure to check out our collection of books on knitting and crochet while you’re here!

The people of Qatar and the Arabian Peninsula have always closely followed the Suhail star to know the beginning and end of the summer season by dividing the star into four parts. Join us to know scientific details about the Suhail star, its parts and its importance. This event is hosted in cooperation with the Qatar Authors Forum, the Astronomy Club at Qatar University and the Thuraya Planetarium at Katara.

Building and programming robots is no longer a science fiction or activity that is confined to advanced research centers. Rather, it is one of the most necessary skills that combine several disciplines such as design, engineering, mathematics, science, physics and programming. In this fun workshop, you'll learn how to build and program a robot.

The Creative Writing Circle 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!