Past Events

Since the early 1970s, the Indian education sector has played a pivotal role in educating Indian expatriates living in Qatar. From a humble beginning with just a few graduates, these schools now shape thousands of brilliant young minds. To know more about the Indian schools' beginnings, journey and status today, we will host an informal panel discussion with the senior management of several Indian schools. Alumni of these schools will share their memories and talk about how the schools continue to shape their lives.

Speaking in front of a group can be difficult, especially if you haven't prepared. In this session, we'll help you develop the right tone and voice to effectively deliver your presentation.

In celebration of the World Maternal Mental Health Day, the Library, in collaboration with Sidra Medicine, invites you to an interactive session on maternal mental health. You'll learn the basics of maternal mental health, what problems can arise, the available treatment options, and how women and families can support each other.This will be followed by an overview of the Library’s related activities that help strengthen bonds between mother, baby and family.

What was the meaning of the smile of Leonardo’s Mona Lisa for his contemporaries? What were the reactions to his masterpieces —such as the Lucrezia Crivelli, the Lady with an Ermine, the Saint Anne and, again, the Mona Lisa—when they were seen for the first time in Milan, Florence and Paris at the beginning of the 16th century?

You have many goals, but are you able to accomplish them all? The best way to identify and reach your goals is to see them. Join to create your own Vision Board and begin achieving what you want!

Mothers and their daughters are invited to join child talent development expert Gaya Salah to learn how to create fabric pieces using wool yarn.

If you want to organize your time during Ramadan, come to this workshop to get practical ideas on how to make a different agenda for the Holy Month.

Join this casual gathering of knitters and crocheters every Thursday in the Main Plaza 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!

Have you ever wondered, how do you can get inspired to bring characters to life on the page? Which drawing tools would you need? Can you be an illustrator?

The Library, in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture and Sports, will host the Qatari Forum for Authors, a day-long discussion to enrich the cultural and literary scene in Qatar.