Past Events

Earth's ice caps play an important role in the stability of temperatures and seasons on our planets. We will discuss the different types of icy environments on earth, how they melt and reconstruct, and how their changes have measurable impacts on Qatar throughout its history.

Earth's ice caps play an important role in the stability of temperatures and seasons on our planets. We will discuss the different types of icy environments on earth, how they melt and reconstruct, and how their changes have measurable impacts on Qatar throughout its history.

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!

These talks will be held every Wednesday during October to complement the Gulf Architecture Month conference and exhibition on different aspects and dimensions of architecture past and present in the region. On 23 October, Nur Alah Abdelzayed will talk about "Arata Isozaki - Designing Education City".

Looking to sharpen your debate skills? Join us for this three-part workshop in collaboration with Qatar Debate on 9 October, 23 October and 6 November. We will read the classic novel Fahrenehit 451, by Ray Bradbury, and debate the book's themes.

Learn Italian through delicious food! Take part in our demo lesson by Claudio Trovato, chef at Cucina - Marriot Marquis, and be introduced to essential food vocabulary and conversational skills while exploring la cucina italiana, from pizza to gelato.

What do children know about financial literacy? Join us in this program to develop and build your child’s financial skills, and learn about the importance of money, saving and banking.