Events to look out for this July at Qatar National Library
Looking for something to do this month? Qatar National Library is more than just an architectural masterpiece full of books. This July the library is hosting a number of exciting events that will appeal across age groups and interests, so give one of these a shot!
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Assistive Technology for Reading
This hands-on training session is for those with temporary or permanent low vision, or who have a physical disability that prevents them from reading or holding printed pages.
Language: English
When: 12 July 2018, 4:00 - 6:00 pm
You can register here.
Database and Print Collections – Political Science
The session teaches how to search and locate political science books, eBooks and e-Journal articles from QNL’s print and electronic collections.
Language: English
When: 12 July 2018, 5:00 - 6:00 pm
You can register here.
English Calligraphy for Teens
Learn the art of English calligraphy in this training workshop for beginners.
Language: English
When: 13 July 2018, 4:30 - 6:00 pm
The event is fully booked as of now, but you can register to join a waiting list here.
Bass Guitar Session with an Expert
All levels are welcome to bring their bass guitar and have some fun.
Language: English
When: 14 July 2018, 4:00 - 6:00 pm
The event is fully booked as of now, but you can register to join a waiting list here.
Learn How to Search and Locate QNL Resources
QNL's collections will be introduced to participants along with a hands-on activity on how to use the catalog to help users familiarise themselves with how to do their own searching, and what types of information sources are found in the library.
Language: English and Arabic
When: 18 July 2018
10:00 - 11:00 am (Arabic Session)
2:00 - 3:00 pm (English Session)
You can register here.
Content is the King: Strategies for Creating Content on Social Media
Learn how the content on different social media channels should be written to efficiently communicate with a target audience and attract more followers.
Language: Arabic
When: 19 July 2018, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
The event is fully booked as of now, but you can register to join a waiting list here.
Hand Made from Recycled Material
You can create art using recycled materials at this session.
Language: Arabic and English
Date: 20 July 2018
Time: 4:30 - 6:00 pm
The event is fully booked as of now, but you can register to join a waiting list here.
Postgraduate Peer Support Network (P2SN)
This informal Postgraduate Peer Support Network (P2SN) is for aspiring and ongoing postgraduate students searching for intellectual and emotional support.
Language: English
When: 21 July 2018, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
You can register here.
Celebrating Pi Approximation Day
Math enthusiasts, you get to celebrate Pi Approximation Day, of all things. This day is dedicated to the mathematical constant pi (π). Activities that introduce, recognise, and celebrate π, an irrational number, will be in full swing.
Language: English
When: 22 July 2018, 4:00 - 6:00 pm
You can register here.
How to Borrow eBooks, eAudio Books and eMagazines
Learn how you can borrow eBooks, eAudio books and eMagazines from the library. Bring your iOS or Android device.
Language: English
When: 25 July 2018, 5:00 - 6:00 pm
You can register here.
RefWorks and ZOTERO: Citation Management made easy
Learn citation management basic with RefWorks and ZOTERO. The session will include ways to collect, save and cite automatically in a document and produce bibliographies speedily. This session is targeted towards researchers and university students.
Language: English
When: 27 July 2018, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
You can register here.
Robot Building
Learn how to assemble a robot in this workshop.
Language: English
When: 27 July 2018, 4:30 - 6:00 pm
The event is fully booked as of now, but you can register to join a waiting list here.
Off the Hook: Knitting and Crochet Circle
A casual gathering of knitters and crocheters get together to work on projects and share skills. You’re welcome to bring your own supplies or to borrow QNL needles and yarn. All skill levels are welcome, including beginners that want to learn. You can check-out the QNL collection of knitting and crochet books while you are there!
Language: Arabic and English
When: 31 July 2018, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
First come, first served.
Already visited the library? Let us know what you think of it! Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Source: QNL.qa
I have visited QNL, borrowing books and returning books is very easy, the reading environment is very good, I would appreciate if they open for a long/late night during the weekend so that we can have the Quality time of reading good books in QNL.
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