QNL’s ‘Qatar Reads’ celebrates 5th anniversary

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Reads an initiative under Qatar National Library has celebrated its fifth anniversary with families who have subscribed to its...

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Reads – an initiative under Qatar National Library – has celebrated its fifth anniversary with families who have subscribed to its flagship Family Reading Programme, enjoying an amazing atmosphere of fun and learning.

Held on May 25 in conjunction with Doha Quest theme park, the evening was launched by Raja Aderdor, Senior Programme Development Officer at Qatar Reads, and was a testament to the Family Reading Programme’s interactive and engaging nature.

The event at Doha Quest showcased the initiative’s most prominent milestones and achievements over the past five years and was filled with activities and competitions, including quizzes and interactive poetry.

Children who have been part of the Family Reading Programme also performed some theatre segments for the 287 family members present and Qatar Reads staff.

The evening ended with a ceremony led by Qatar Reads Projects Manager Fatema Al Malki who honoured the winners of the night’s various competitions, along with the families subscribed to the reading programme.