Past Events

Italian Language Week: Learn Italian Through Songs
In English
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Songs can reflect contemporary developments of their language and represent a great source of real-life expressions. Let’s listen to “Volare,” by Domenico Modugno, and try to learn basic Italian vocabulary and phrases through this classic tune.
Storytime at the Library
In Arabic
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Join us for storytime every Monday at the Children's Library. In October, we will read stories about space.
Open Access Week 2019: Citizen Science Workshop
In Arabic and English
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In this workshop, you'll be introduced to the concept of citizen science and how open science and data can impact the reach of citizen science.
Time Management and Setting Goals
In English
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In this workshop, you will learn how to organize your time in order to distinguish yourself from others. We'll also talk about ways that you can set goals to help you achieve success.
Children's Book Club: "Dana's Journey"
In Arabic
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In this session of the Children's Book Club, we will discuss Rehlat Dana (Dana's Journey), in which Dana has an adventure under the sea. Afterwards, we'll enjoy a fun activity related to the book.
The Earth is Not Flat
In Arabic and English
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Astronomer Sheikh Salman bin Jabr Al-Thani will give a lecture in response to those who claim that the Earth is not spherical, but flat. Join us to understand the reality of our world from one of the most distinguished astronomers in Qatar.
Basics of TV Presentation
In Arabic
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Through this workshop, young adults will familiarize themselves with the basics of television presentation, led by Library specialist Ahmed al-Maliki.
Philharmonic at the Library: String Trios from Bach to Ragtime
In Arabic and English
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Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra Soloists: Benjamin Gould – narratorRaluca Gette – violinEdita Fabek – violaHarald Georgi – cello
Homework Club
In English
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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.
Read and Share: An Arabic Book Discussion for Parents and Educators
In Arabic
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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.