Somerset West Public Library

Somerset West Public Library Somerset West Public Library is a Regional Library in the City of Cape Town Municipality.

We offer a lending service (books, DVDs and CDs), free access to internet via SmartCape and Wi-Fi.

🎉 Congratulations to Mbali Buzugbe! 🎉Somerset West Library is delighted to welcome Mbali Buzugbe as our new Principal Li...
01/09/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Mbali Buzugbe! 🎉
Somerset West Library is delighted to welcome Mbali Buzugbe as our new Principal Librarian, starting 1 September. 📚✨
We wish Mbali every success in this exciting new chapter and look forward to her leadership, passion and contribution to the Somerset West Library team and community.
Welcome to Somerset West Library, Mbali! 💙📖

Who are you backing this weekend — the Springboks or the All Blacks? 🏉🏉Whichever side you support, make time for your lo...
28/08/2026

Who are you backing this weekend — the Springboks or the All Blacks? 🏉🏉

Whichever side you support, make time for your local library too.

Pop in for a weekend read, find something for the children, browse the shelves, ask for a recommendation, or discover a book you might not usually choose.

Your team may already be decided — but your weekend read is still waiting.

Come in. Browse. Discover. Take something home.
Don’t leave your library empty-handed.

🧱✨ SAVE THE DATE – BRICK CLUB FEST! ✨🧱Join us for the Brick Club Community Build Day at Somerset West Library on 21 Nove...
27/08/2026

🧱✨ SAVE THE DATE – BRICK CLUB FEST! ✨🧱

Join us for the Brick Club Community Build Day at Somerset West Library on 21 November 2026, from 10:00 to 13:00.

It will be a fun morning celebrating creativity, imagination and building together.

Do you have a special LEGO®️ build you would love to display? We would love to showcase it! Contact [email protected] if you would like to take part in the display.

There will also be a fun build event for children during the morning, with plenty of opportunity to build, create, share and have fun. 🧱🌟

And for those planning to join us — parking at the venue will be sufficient, so that is one less thing to worry about. 😊

📍 Somerset West Library
📅 21 November 2026
⏰ 10:00–13:00

Come build. Create. Share. Have fun!

One thing that makes Somerset West Library special is PramJam every second Tuesday at 10:00am.📚📖🎨🐙 Our stories and activ...
25/08/2026

One thing that makes Somerset West Library special is PramJam every second Tuesday at 10:00am.
📚📖🎨🐙

Our stories and activities are aimed at toddlers, but all are welcome. Join us for the next one on 8 September 2026 and check the pinned post for upcoming dates.

Don’t leave your library empty-handed.

Every library has its own story, its own people and that one special something that makes it different.It might be a wel...
25/08/2026

Every library has its own story, its own people and that one special something that makes it different.
It might be a welcoming team, a wonderful children’s space, a quiet corner to study, a programme that brings people together, a collection worth exploring, or simply the feeling of belonging when you walk through the door.
What makes your library special?
Visit your local library and discover what sets it apart — then take a little piece of that experience home with you.
Come in. Explore. Connect. Discover.
Don’t leave your library empty-handed.

Do you have long overdue books? You can return them in the upcoming National Book Week from 5-11 September... no questio...
24/08/2026

Do you have long overdue books? You can return them in the upcoming National Book Week from 5-11 September... no questions asked, no fines paid.

Indie Authors Rise Up was at the Somerset West Library Hall today with a wonderful line up including Copyright for Autho...
21/08/2026

Indie Authors Rise Up was at the Somerset West Library Hall today with a wonderful line up including Copyright for Authors with John Foster from Spoor & Fisher. Pictured here with Leslie Downie & Owen Dean

https://indieauthorsriseup.co.za/

https://indieauthorsriseup.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-Programme.pdf

When last did you visit your local library?There is so much more waiting for you than you may realise.Come in to read, s...
21/08/2026

When last did you visit your local library?

There is so much more waiting for you than you may realise.

Come in to read, study, browse, discover new books, use SmartCape, attend a programme, ask for information or simply spend some time exploring.

You may come in for one reason — and discover three more.

And before you leave, take a moment to browse the shelves and find something worth taking home.

Step in. Look around. Discover more.
Don’t leave your library empty-handed.

Not sure what to read next? Ask us!Tell us what you enjoy and let our library team help you find your next great read.Ro...
20/08/2026

Not sure what to read next? Ask us!
Tell us what you enjoy and let our library team help you find your next great read.
Romance, crime, biographies, fantasy, cookbooks, children’s books, local stories — or maybe something completely outside your comfort zone. There is always something new waiting to be discovered on our shelves.
Come in. Browse. Chat to us. Find a book that speaks to you — and take it home.
You may walk in not knowing what you want, but you don’t have to walk out empty-handed.

Need to get online? Your library can help.SmartCape gives registered library users access to free internet to search for...
19/08/2026

Need to get online? Your library can help.

SmartCape gives registered library users access to free internet to search for jobs, prepare CVs, complete online applications, do schoolwork and research, use email and access information.

It’s another way your local library connects you to opportunities, learning and the wider digital world.

Step in. Log on. Discover more.

And while you’re there, take a few minutes to browse the shelves and take something home.

Don’t leave your library empty-handed.

Address

C/o Andries Pretorius And Victoria Road
Somerset West
7130

Opening Hours

Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:30 - 05:00
Thursday 09:30 - 18:00
Friday 09:30 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00

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