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We're pleased to invite you to visit and explore Qatar National Library. Our staff are happy to give you a tour highlighting the Library’s services and resources.

Every experience holds a story. Every story leaves a trace worth preserving. Qatar National Library invites you to contribute original content to “Keys to Palestine,” a community-driven digital project dedicated to preserving Palestinian voices, perspectives, stories, and lived experiences.

Are you a parent or caregiver of a person with a disability (PWD) looking for a supportive space to connect with others? Join this monthly meet-up, held on the last Tuesday of every month, where parents and caregivers can share experiences, exchange resources, and build meaningful connections in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Join us for an interactive cultural exchange session that brings people from diverse backgrounds together in an open, engaging space to explore and discuss culture. 

Is your child about to start nursery or school? Join us for an engaging, interactive workshop that brings children and parents together to explore the essential skills needed for a confident and independent transition to school.

Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month for an open meetup, welcoming anyone who wants to learn, practice, or exchange languages. Connect with native speakers and fellow learners, improve your skills, and gain confidence in a friendly, multicultural space.

Get ready for an unforgettable journey of discovery, excitement, and hands-on fun at our live science show!

Qatar National Library, in collaboration with the Family Consulting Center (Wifaq), presents "A Story from a Precious One: Family Cohesion and Storytelling Heritage," an event that highlights the importance of family cohesion and the role of family stories in strengthening connections between family members, fostering shared values and identity, and passing down knowledge, experiences, and cultural heritage from one generation to the next.

Are you looking for a space to share your passion for Threads Art? Join the weekly Creative Threads gathering, organized by a group of enthusiasts and held every Thursday morning.

Is your child about to start nursery or school? Join us for an engaging interactive workshop that brings children and parents together to explore the essential skills that help children transition to school with confidence and independence. 

Did you know that chess improves memory and problem-solving skills, and raises IQ? It is a fun and engaging way to improve focus, think strategically and spark creativity. Join us for a weekly, informal chess gathering at the Library open to all ages and skill levels! Whether you are a chess enthusiast or just curious to learn how to play, come along to learn the basics, meet fellow players and enjoy a little bit of competition. 

Are you ready to take your academic and career aspirations to the next level? We are excited to offer this mentorship program featuring some of the brightest minds and leaders from Education City and its distinguished alumni network, and other institutions in Qatar.   

We invite plant lovers, urban gardening enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the environment and sustainability to join our monthly gathering. Whether you are a beginner, experienced, or eager to learn, we meet on the last Saturday of each month at the library to share knowledge, exchange tips & connect with others.

Join us for an enriching Book Chat workshop with author Ruby Kapoor, centered around her book Let's Talk About Life, a timeless handbook and journal designed to cultivate a personal space for peace, reflection, and positive thinking. 

Calling all children aged 7 to 10! Join us for an enchanting story time experience, where captivating tales and delightful stories come to life. Let’s embark on an unforgettable journey of imagination and wonder together! 

During the second half of the nineteenth century, Qatar along with the other states of the Arabian Gulf experienced a struggle with Western colonial powers, foremost among them Britain. This coincided with Ottoman efforts to extend their influence over the region to secure the loyalty of its rulers and limit British political and commercial dominance.

Whether you're just beginning your writing journey or have years of experience, join our Writing Circle for an opportunity to connect with fellow writers in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Are you looking for a space to share your passion for thread art? Join Creative Threads, a weekly gathering organized by a group of enthusiasts and held every Thursday morning.

Did you know that chess improves memory and problem-solving skills, and concentration? It's a fun and engaging way to sharpen your focus, think strategically and spark creativity. Join us for a weekly, informal chess gathering at the Library open to all ages and skill levels! Whether you're a chess enthusiast or simply curious to learn how to play, come along to learn the basics, meet fellow players and enjoy a little bit of friendly competition. 

Ready to put your chess skills to the test? Take your first step into competitive chess at Qatar National Library’s Beginners Chess Competition, where new players can experience the excitement of tournament play in a friendly and supportive environment.

Join us for the third session in The Sira of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) series. This session is part of the “Sayahdeen” program, a series of Islamic sessions designed to nurture a sound and balanced understanding of Islam.

Are you ready to take your academic and career aspirations to the next level? Qatar National Library is proud to launch a new mentorship program featuring some of the brightest minds and leaders from Education City, its distinguished alumni network, and other leading institutions in Qatar. 

Designed by women for women, this series offers practical skills for life and work. Through interactive sessions on personal finance, artificial intelligence, and critical thinking, participants will gain practical knowledge to make informed decisions, build confidence, and connect with other women in a supportive learning environment. All sessions will be held from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. You can attend one or all of the sessions. 

Spend a fun-filled time reading, playing and doing activities with your little ones. Join us to nurture their love for stories and create cherished memories together!

In celebration of International Literacy Day and the importance of reading in children's lives, Qatar National Library invites parents, educators, teachers, and children's librarians to attend this virtual session, which highlights key principles and criteria drawn from children's literature for selecting suitable books for children.

Calling all children aged 7 to 10! Join us for an enchanting story time experience, where captivating tales and delightful stories come to life. Let’s embark on an unforgettable journey of imagination and wonder together! 

Unleash your creativity and join us for an exciting session of arts and crafts!

Stories preserve memories, experiences, and voices that might otherwise be lost. This September, Qatar National Library invites aspiring filmmakers and content creators to learn how to document these stories with skill, sensitivity, and purpose.

Artificial intelligence is transforming education by reshaping how we learn, not just how we access content. This seminar takes participants beyond surface-level applications to explore the parallels between human learning and machine learning. 

Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month for an open meetup, welcoming anyone who wants to learn, practice, or exchange languages. Connect with native speakers and fellow learners, improve your skills, and build confidence in a friendly, multicultural space.

Are you looking for a space to share your passion for thread art? Join Creative Threads, a weekly gathering organized by a group of enthusiasts and held every Thursday morning.

Did you know that chess improves memory and problem-solving skills, and concentration? It's a fun and engaging way to sharpen your focus, think strategically and spark creativity. Join us for a weekly, informal chess gathering at the Library open to all ages and skill levels! Whether you're a chess enthusiast or simply curious to learn how to play, come along to learn the basics, meet fellow players and enjoy a little bit of friendly competition. 

Qatar National Library, as the IFLA MENA Regional Office, invites you to the Librarians for Libraries program, which aims to develop librarianship skills in the MENA region through virtual sessions covering a variety of topics.

Join us for the fourth session in The Sira of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) series. This session is part of the “Sayahdeen” program, a series of Islamic sessions designed to nurture a sound and balanced understanding of Islam.

Are you ready to take your academic and career aspirations to the next level? Qatar National Library is proud to launch a new mentorship program featuring some of the brightest minds and leaders from Education City, its distinguished alumni network, and other leading institutions in Qatar. 

Spend a fun-filled time reading, playing and doing activities with your little ones. Join us to nurture their love for stories and create cherished memories together!

Calling all children aged 7 to 10! Join us for an enchanting story time experience, where captivating tales and delightful stories come to life. Let’s embark on an unforgettable journey of imagination and wonder together! 

Are you an artist looking for a creative space to work on your projects and share your passion for art? Join our Art Majlis gathering on the third Tuesday of every month. 

Qatar National Library, as the IFLA MENA Regional Office, invites you to the Librarians for Libraries program, which aims to develop the skills of library and information professionals across the MENA region through virtual sessions covering a variety of topics.

Are you looking for a space to share your passion for thread art? Join Creative Threads, a weekly gathering organized by a group of enthusiasts and held every Thursday morning.

Are you looking for practical ways to help children develop strong reading skills and a lasting love of books from an early age?

Did you know that chess improves memory and problem-solving skills, and concentration? It's a fun and engaging way to sharpen your focus, think strategically and spark creativity. Join us for a weekly, informal chess gathering at the Library open to all ages and skill levels! Whether you're a chess enthusiast or simply curious to learn how to play, come along to learn the basics, meet fellow players and enjoy a little bit of friendly competition. 

The East India Company represented an early form of British influence in the Gulf region through trade routes extending across the Arabian Gulf, which formed close links with British–Indian trade networks. The Company’s activities helped shape the tools of British influence in the Gulf through the use of trade and the conclusion of maritime treaties. 

Qatar National Library, in collaboration with the Embassy of Colombia in Qatar, welcomes Colombian composer, pianist, and singer Oriana da Marte for a special Book Chat session exploring the connection between literature and music through Gabriel García Márquez’s renowned novel One Hundred Years of Solitude.

Are you ready to take your academic and career aspirations to the next level? Qatar National Library is proud to launch a new mentorship program featuring some of the brightest minds and leaders from Education City, its distinguished alumni network, and other leading institutions in Qatar. 

Spend a fun-filled time reading, playing and doing activities with your little ones. Join us to nurture their love for stories and create cherished memories together!

Calling all children aged 7 to 10! Join us for an enchanting story time experience, where captivating tales and delightful stories come to life. Let’s embark on an unforgettable journey of imagination and wonder together! 

Large Language Models (LLMs) have transformed every stage of academic writing. This two-day online series will explore how tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini Notebook, and Perplexity can be used, while also highlighting their limitations, emphasizing critical thinking and offering clear guidance on how to produce publication-ready research papers.

Qatar National Library, as the IFLA Regional Center for Preservation and Conservation for Arab Countries and the Middle East, is pleased to announce the third course in its series of online training programs for professionals working in libraries, archives, and documentary heritage institutions. 

Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month for an open meetup, welcoming anyone who wants to learn, practice, or exchange languages. Connect with native speakers and fellow learners, improve your skills, and build confidence in a friendly, multicultural space.

Join us for a Book Chat session with Qatari author Ali Al-Naama, who will share his experience as a writer publishing in English and exploring different genres, a path still uncommon in the region's literary landscape.

Are you looking for a space to share your passion for thread art? Join Creative Threads, a weekly gathering organized by a group of enthusiasts and held every Thursday morning.

Are you looking for practical ways to help children develop strong reading skills and a lasting love of books from an early age?

Did you know that chess improves memory and problem-solving skills, and concentration? It's a fun and engaging way to sharpen your focus, think strategically and spark creativity. Join us for a weekly, informal chess gathering at the Library open to all ages and skill levels! Whether you're a chess enthusiast or simply curious to learn how to play, come along to learn the basics, meet fellow players and enjoy a little bit of friendly competition. 

The program of this musical night has been carefully curated to celebrate the Years of Culture honoring Mexico and Canada this year. It takes audiences on a musical journey exploring these two cultures through their music, featuring works by Arturo Márquez, Rubén Fuentes, Jim McGrath, and others.  

Are you ready to take your academic and career aspirations to the next level? Qatar National Library is proud to launch a new mentorship program featuring some of the brightest minds and leaders from Education City, its distinguished alumni network, and other leading institutions in Qatar. 

Qatar National Library is pleased to invite you to participate in the third edition of “Write to Inspire: Books and Authors” Program. This year’s theme focuses on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Qatar's publishing industry.

Qatar National Library, as the IFLA MENA Regional Office, invites you to the Librarians for Libraries programme, which aims to develop the skills of library and information professionals across the MENA region through virtual sessions covering a variety of topics.

We invite plant lovers, urban gardening enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the environment and sustainability to join our monthly gathering. Whether you are a beginner, an experienced gardener, or eager to learn, join us on the last Saturday of each month at the library to share knowledge, exchange tips and connect with others.

This lecture is part of the Qatar Contemporary History Series and is delivered by Professor Mahjoob Zweiri, Visiting Professor at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, Middle East expert, and strategic advisor.

This workshop builds on the lecture "Research Skills in the Study of Qatar's Contemporary History: Methods and Sources", held yesterday, and is delivered in a practice-oriented format designed to develop participants' research skills through hands-on engagement with sample research cases related to Qatar's contemporary history.

Spend a fun-filled time reading, playing and doing activities with your little ones. Join us to nurture their love for stories and create cherished memories together!

Calling all children aged 7 to 10! Join us for an enchanting story time experience, where captivating tales and delightful stories come to life. Let’s embark on an unforgettable journey of imagination and wonder together! 

Teachers and parents are invited to join this program to explore the CoRT Thinking Program (Parts 1 and 2) and learn how it can help students develop their thinking and problem-solving skills while discovering their talents.

Unleash your creativity and join us for an exciting session of arts and crafts!

Are you a parent or caregiver of a person with a disability looking for a supportive space to connect with others? Join our monthly meet-up on the last Tuesday of each month to share experiences, exchange resources and build meaningful connections with other parents and caregivers in a welcoming and inclusive environment. 

This workshop will help teachers and parents identify the characteristics of gifted and creative children and explore effective ways to nurture and support their development. Participants will gain practical strategies to foster children’s creativity, strengthen their abilities and help them reach their full potential.  

Calling all children aged 7 to 10! Join us for an enchanting storytime experience, where captivating tales and delightful stories come to life. Let’s embark on an unforgettable journey of imagination and wonder together!

This interactive workshop, titled Co-Designing the Social Library: Tools for Community-Led Transformation, equips participants with practical frameworks for reimagining libraries as inclusive, community-centered spaces. Through participatory design methods, attendees will explore how to collaboratively shape library services, spaces, and technologies that build social capital, foster civic engagement, and bridge digital and social divides.

In a world defined by rapid technological advancement and evolving community needs, libraries remain essential spaces for connection, learning and collective growth. The 5th edition of the Libraries Lead Forum will focus on the theme “Reimagining Libraries as Social Infrastructure.” It will explore how libraries can evolve into inclusive, community-centered hubs that foster social capital, strengthen connections, and help bridge the digital divide. The forum will also highlight the critical role libraries play in empowering individuals by providing equitable access to technology, promoting digital literacy, and supporting lifelong learning. From equipping individuals with vital digital skills to offering welcoming environments for collaboration and discovery, libraries are uniquely positioned to nurture thriving, informed, and connected communities.

Join us for a lecture by Dr. Giancarlo Casale, Professor of History and Chair of the Department of History at the European University Institute, exploring the remarkable Mappa Mundi of Hajji Ahmed.  By many measures, this map is an extraordinary work in the history of cartography.