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Summer Reading Club 2024

May 28-August 4

2024-07-09 00:00:00 2024-07-09 23:59:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Club 2024 -

Tuesday, July 09
All day

Add to Calendar 2024-07-09 00:00:00 2024-07-09 23:59:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Club 2024 The more you read, the more chances you have to WIN! -

The more you read, the more chances you have to WIN!

Celebrate the library's 100th anniversary all summer long!

Earn great prizes by attending fun programs, completing challenges, and reaching your reading goals on Beanstack.

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KIDS & TEENS

How do I get started?

Beginning May 28:

  • Mobile: Download the free Beanstack Tracker app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store
  • Desktop: Visit ghpl.beanstack.org.
  • Print: You can also track your reading by downloading and printing our Points Tracker.
  • You will have the option to register yourself and your child(ren) and log reading for everyone from one account.
How can kids earn prizes?
  • Logging their reading.
  • Completing our weekly challenges.
  • Attending programs. 
What are the prizes?
  • Jibbitz Charm Bracelet (Registration)
  • Jibbitz Charm (Registration, Midpoint, Completion)
  • Grand Prize Raffle Ticket (Registration, Midpoint, Completion)
  • Book or Blank Book (Midpoint)
  • Coupon Pack (Midpoint, Completion)
  • Summer Reading Club Tote Bag (Completion)
  • Earn another Jibbitz Charm by completing a special library birthday
    challenge!
  • Register during the first week (May 28-June 2) and enter to win 4 passes to Kings Island! Drawing held on June 3.
    • (NOTE: Ticket vouchers are valid any operating day through Labor Day 2024. These vouchers have no cash value and cannot be used toward the purchase of a season pass. See complete 2024 operating schedule on visitkingsisland.com. If you do not use your tickets, they cannot be exchanged for another season.)
What are the grand prizes?
  • Ride in a Fire Truck - Grandview Heights residents only (kids)
  • Lego Set (kids)
  • Art Kit (kids)
  • Squishmallow Stuffed Toy (kids, teens)
  • Clay Café Mugs plus Coloring Time (kids, teens)
  • Lion Cub’s Cookies Gift Card (kids, teens)
  • Toft’s Grand Scoop Gift Card (kids, teens)
  • Grandview Theater and Drafthouse Passes for 4 (teens)
  • Ulta Gift Card (teens)
  • Amazon Gift Card (teens)
  • Roblox Gift Card (teens) 
Thank you to these generous sponsors!

ADULTS (ages 18+)

How do I get started?

Beginning May 28:

  • Mobile: Download the free Beanstack Tracker app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
  • Desktop: Visit ghpl.beanstack.org.
  • Print : You can also track your reading and activities on the Challenge Board. Pickup at the library or download and print the Challenge Board.
  • You will have the option to register yourself and your child(ren) and log reading for everyone from one account.
How can I earn prizes?
  • Earn raffle tickets by logging the books you read.
  • Pickup or print a Challenge Board.
  • Put earned raffle tickets towards the prize of your choice!
What are the prizes?
  • Read 10 books and win a GHPL Koozie
What are the Grand Prizes?
  • Glenn Ave. Soap Company Gift Card
  • Grandview Theater and Drafthouse Gift Card
  • Johnson's Real Ice Cream Gift Card

Ohio Author Soiree: Underdogs
Thursday, June 20, 6:30-7:45 pm
Mystery author Andrew Welsh-Huggins and historical fiction author Linda Kass kick off our Adult Summer Reading Club with short talks about their books and outlier characters! Hosted by GHPL staff members Ben and Megan.


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About the library

The Grandview Heights Public Library (GHPL) is an award-winning, independent suburban library system known for progressive leadership and friendly, personalized service.  

GHPL is a founding member (1988) and the Administering Library for the Central Library Consortium (CLC), a cooperative among 17 Central Ohio library systems. 67 million items are available to our cardholders through a partnership among the CLC and statewide networks SearchOhio and OhioLINK.  

GHPL celebrates 100 years of serving the community in 2024!

Upcoming events

Tue, Nov 12, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
18-36 months  

Tue, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
- Meeting Room
Bring your device and get hands-on tips using your Apple or Android phone or tablet.

Wed, Nov 13, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Finance/Audit Committee of the Grandview Heights Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a meeting on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 4 pm, in Conference Room A of the library.

Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
- Conference Room B
Whether your focus is fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting, or any other format, join us for constructive feedback in an encouraging atmosphere.

Wed, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2-5 years  

Thu, Nov 14, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
2-5 years  

Fri, Nov 15, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
- Meeting Room
For ages 0-5 with a caregiver September 20, October 18, and November 15 10:30 am-noon

Sat, Nov 16, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Kids of all ages 

Sun, Nov 17, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Mon, Nov 18, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages 0-18 Months

Mon, Nov 18, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
- Meeting Room
Grades 4+

Tue, Nov 19, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
18-36 months  

Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
- Conference Room A
The Grandview Heights Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its regularly-scheduled public meeting in Conference Room A of the library.

Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
- Meeting Room
This lovely and simple box is ideal for small gifts and surprise treats.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 20, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Meeting Room
Game night at the library for adults!

Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2-5 years  

Thu, Nov 21, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
2-5 years  

Fri, Nov 22, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Sat, Nov 23, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Sat, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Learn how to play in the realms of fantasy in this classic role-playing game. For grades 6-12.

Sun, Nov 24, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Mon, Nov 25, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Mon, Nov 25, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Tue, Nov 26, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Tue, Nov 26, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Wed, Nov 27, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Wed, Nov 27, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Thu, Nov 28, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Fri, Nov 29, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Fri, Nov 29, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Sat, Nov 30, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Sat, Nov 30, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Sun, Dec 01, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Sun, Dec 01, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Mon, Dec 02, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Mon, Dec 02, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages 0-18 Months

Mon, Dec 02, 3:15pm - 4:00pm
- Meeting Room
Grades 4+  

Mon, Dec 02, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
- Conference Room A,Meeting Room,Conference Room B
Grandview Heights High School choral group holiday show directed by Andrew Grega.

Tue, Dec 03, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Tue, Dec 03, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
18-36 months  

Tue, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Grandview Ave
PopUp at Holiday in the Heights

Wed, Dec 04, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Wed, Dec 04, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Wed, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2-5 years  

Thu, Dec 05, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Thu, Dec 05, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
2-5 years  

Fri, Dec 06, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Fri, Dec 06, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Sat, Dec 07, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Sat, Dec 07, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Sun, Dec 08, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Sun, Dec 08, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Mon, Dec 09, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Mon, Dec 09, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ages 0-18 Months

Tue, Dec 10, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Tue, Dec 10, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
18-36 months  

Wed, Dec 11, All day
Drop off your donations in the designated bin inside the library during business hours. No glass containers, please!

Wed, Dec 11, All day
Write a letter to Santa and tell him your holiday wishes!

Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
- Conference Room B
Whether your focus is fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting, or any other format, join us for constructive feedback in an encouraging atmosphere.

Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
2-5 years