Observatory library

07/10/2026

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06/10/2026

♻️ Long Live Our Stuff! ♻️

Cape Town Central Library invites you to the RE:MAKE Festival 2026, taking place from 12 to 17 October. Celebrate 10 years of International Repair Day with a week of hands-on activities focused on repairing, reusing, and giving new life to the things we value. Learn practical mending skills, join a clothing swap, and get expert help fixing household items. There's something for everyone who believes in sustainability and keeping things out of landfill!

03/10/2026

NEW STOCK ALERT!
Fresh titles have landed at Observatory Library. Pop in, browse the new arrivals, and borrow your next favourite book today!

30/09/2026

Creativity was in full swing at Observatory Library as our young visitors enjoyed a fun-filled Pram Jam Holiday Craft Activity.

29/09/2026

🌸 Spring into Action this School Holidays! 🌸

Looking for fun, screen-free activities to keep the kids entertained? Grab a copy at Observatory Library today, or download and print it at home for instant holiday fun!

25/09/2026

Oops! Obz Library staff enjoyed Heritage Day a little too much yesterday and totally forgot to post this gem. (Guilty!)

But honestly, how could we not share our favorite work duo looking absolutely incredible in their traditional gear? They definitely understood the assignment! ✨ 🇿🇦✨

Hope everyone had a fantastic Heritage Day celebrating all our beautiful cultures!

23/09/2026

🎨 Calling all aspiring artists and creatives! 🎨

Don't miss the opportunity to take part in the Emerging Artists Programme Bootcamp. The programme is free, spaces are limited, and applications close on 30 September 2026.

Apply now and take the next step in your creative journey!

23/09/2026

Looking for something fun these school holidays? Join us at Observatory Library for our exciting Holiday Programme!

Enjoy stories, games, crafts, and creative activities in a fun and welcoming space. Bring your friends and come make holiday memories with us!

📍 Observatory Library
✅ Free to attend

21/09/2026

17/09/2026

🌟 Make Your Mark! 🌟

For the final session of Observatory Library's Make Your Mark: Connecting Stories, Art & Self-Discovery Reading Programme, we celebrated International Dot Day with The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds.

In this delightful story, a young girl named Vashti feels stuck and believes she isn't creative. Frustrated, she makes a single bold dot on her paper. With a little encouragement from her teacher, that tiny dot sparks an incredible journey of creativity, confidence, and self-discovery.

The story reminds us that every great masterpiece starts with a small beginning. Its powerful message encourages us to overcome self-doubt, believe in ourselves, take the first step, and never underestimate the impact of encouragement.

✨ Just make a mark and see where it takes you! ✨