The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library organised an Arabic-Spanish Poetry Night to celebrate World Poetry Day. The event was held in collaboration with the Embassy of Spain and Hudhud Publishing and Distribution and was widely attended by poetry enthusiasts and Library visitors of all ages.

In line with its strategy to educate the public about the importance of environmental conservation and curbing climate change, the Mohammed bin Rashid Library (MBRL) participated in the Earth Day, the largest global event dedicated to combating climate change, by turning off non-essential electric lights in its main building and key facilities between 08:30 pm and 09:30 pm. In addition of organizing a story telling session for the visitors of the Children’s Library entitled “Turn Off the Lights” by writer Maitha Khayyat, followed by a discussion on how to preserve the environmental resources and achieve sustainability.

In line with its strategy to empower people of determination and promote their integration into society, Mohammed Bin Rashid Library (MBRL) organised a panel discussion, titled “Writing with aWhite Pen,” to discuss the book of the talented Emirati writer Abdullah Alhumami, along with exploring the various related challenges and innovative solutions to support writers and creative individuals and advance the intellectual community in the UAE.