Past Events

As part of Qatar Reads' "One Book, One Doha" campaign, Qatar National Library has unveiled a new exhibition which delves into the captivating story of Hayy Bin Yaqdhan, and how he grew up alone on a deserted island.

Join us for the second edition of "QNL Engage Podcast" series as we delve into the theme of "Libraries and Their Role in Spreading Mental Health Awareness.

To plant a seed and grow the love of reading in your child, encourage them to join the Najem Es’hail Book Club in English this September. We will have one session per week for three weeks. The sessions are both educational and fun for children, and we encourage your child to attend all three sessions to reap the maximum benefits.

Did you know that chess improves memory and problem-solving skills, and raises IQ? It is a wonderful way to improve focus and flex those creative muscles and, most importantly, kids have fun playing the game.

This lecture aims to review and analyze the opportunities and challenges created by the artificial intelligence revolution in relation to the system of religious values. 

The Science Book Forum (SBF) of the Library is making a return with this event! Here, we will delve into innovative applications of AI in education, ranging from intelligent tutoring systems to adaptive learning platforms and virtual reality simulations.

Join us in the Mommy to Be Speaker series, which is presented by a group of experts and specialists on important topics in the fields of motherhood, childhood and health. In this talk we will be hosting Rawan Hasanain, Breastfeeding and Newborn care specialist, to discuss the ways to continue breastfeeding while going back to work.

The Creative Writing Circle for Adults is an opportunity for creative writers to come together and share their work. The group provides inspiration, feedback and encouragement in a supportive environment. So whatever stage you’re at, come along and get writing!

Join us for the second edition of "QNL Engage Podcast" series as we delve into the theme of "Libraries and Their Role in Spreading Mental Health Awareness.

In this lecture, which is part of a series of events exploring artificial inteligence, its applications and impact, we will disucss how AI-Driven applications are helping major industries optimize operations and enhance outcomes. Then, we will describe the transformative effects of the new wave of generative AI applications (ChatGPT and others). Our goal would be to explain the underlying technology, explore the potential benefits, and highlight the critical challenges involved.