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. 

Weekly Knitting and Crochet Circle
In Arabic and English
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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!
Book Discussion: Siblings with Special Needs
In English
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Having a sibling with special needs can be difficult for children. Join us to discuss Special Brothers and Sisters, written by Monica McCaffrey and Annette Hames. This compilation of real-life experiences from those with brothers and sisters with special needs has honest reflections of children's feelings of love, frustration, joy and sadness. The book is available on eBook Central.
Storytime at the Library
In Arabic
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Join us for storytime every Monday in the Children's Library!
Our Children Matter: Fathers Offering Support
In Arabic and English
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Join us in the "Our Children Matter" series of lectures that focus on topics in the field of childhood, education and children's health. In this workshop, healthcare professionals from Sidra Medicine will discuss how fathers can play an effective role in helping with breastfeeding, maternal support and neonatal care.
The Qatari Experience Abroad
In Arabic and English
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Are you considering living abroad for study, work or just to try something new? No doubt you have many questions that can only be answered by those who have experienced it.
Road Map to Universities Abroad
In English
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The Library, in collaboration with Princeton Review and Scoreplus, hosts this session that will help high school students explore different opportunities to study in the United States.
Basics of PowerPoint
In Arabic
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In this session led by Mohammed Al-Janahi, young adults will learnd how to prepare a powerful and effective Arabic presentation using PowerPoint.
STEM for Young Adults
In English
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Join us for two hours of fun and educational activities related to science, technology, engineering and math.
Weekly Knitting and Crochet Circle
In Arabic and English
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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!
English Fiction Book Club: In the Time of the Butterflies
In English
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This month in the English Fiction Book Club, we will discuss In the Time of the Butterflies, by Julia Alvarez. This historical novel tells of the Mirabal sisters, who risked their lives to resist the Trujillo regime in the Dominican Republic. Copies of the book will be available at the User Services Desk.