Past Events

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! Sessions will be held between 9 – 11 AM on Tuesdays.

Artist Noor Al Qaissoni, in collaboration with the Museum of Islamic Art, leads this workshop, which will highlight how to produce Islamic geometric shapes in a professional, fun and high-quality manner.

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, English and social sciences. No need to register, just come!

The Library has many high-tech tools for you to enjoy. Come assemble and play with the many different high-tech toys available.

In celebration of the Arabic Manuscript Day, Mahmoud Zaki, Information Services Librarian (Manuscripts), will explore the physical and textual aspects of the Arabic manuscript tradition, based on the rich collection of the Heritage Library. The talk also includes discussion of manuscript production in the Islamic World, the anatomy of the manuscript and types of texts beside the main text. You'll get introduced to terms and concepts, including intellectual heritage, codicology and textual criticism, and learn how to recognize the main components of a manuscript. You'll also hear about the many items and services of the Heritage Library.

International humanitarian law and international human rights law are seen by many as one law, perhaps because of similar phrasing. Both laws do complement one another and share the same rights. However, they are independent of each other, and at times, both laws are applied.

Quilling is an art technique that uses strips of paper to form decorative designs. In this workshop, held in collaboration with Hobby House Qatar, you'll will be provided quilling tools and learn how to make shapes and patterns with paper strips. Then, create your own work of art and take it home!

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, English and social sciences. No need to register, just come!

Artistic activities help children with autism develop self-expression and interpersonal skills, reduce stress, and improve their emotional well-being. Take part in this hands-on creative activity presented by Amina Zerouane, Manager of Bassmet Amal in Qatar for Special Needs, to make a difference in a child's life.

Developing successful habits can be challenging, but the Library has got you covered. In this series of seminars, you'll develop skills, tips, tricks and habits that will take you to the next level in your academic life. We will cover things from human psychology, neurolinguistics programing and physiology to smart ways to study, how to construct an essay and how to improve your memory.