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Summer Reading Club 2024

May 28-August 4

2024-07-18 00:00:00 2024-07-18 23:59:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Club 2024 Grandview Heights -

Thursday, July 18
All day

Add to Calendar 2024-07-18 00:00:00 2024-07-18 23:59:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Club 2024 The more you read, the more chances you have to WIN! Grandview Heights -

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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Grandview Heights


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).

This cooperative among 18 Central Ohio library systems, in partnership with statewide network OhioLINK, offers 67 million items to cardholders. 

Upcoming events

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Sun, May 11, All day
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Mon, May 12, All day
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Mon, May 12, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
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Mon, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Tue, May 13, All day
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Wed, May 14, All day
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Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
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Enjoy some bouncy beats and books in this fun, musical story time series.

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
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Second Wednesdays, 6-8 pm.

Thu, May 15, All day
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Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Fri, May 16, All day
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Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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Sat, May 17, All day
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Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Sun, May 18, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Mon, May 19, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Tue, May 20, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Tue, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grandview Heights - 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.

Wed, May 21, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Thu, May 22, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Fri, May 23, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Sat, May 24, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Sat, May 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
1st Ave
PopUp Library at Memorial Day Parade

Sun, May 25, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Mon, May 26, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Tue, May 27, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Tue, May 27, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Wed, May 28, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Wed, May 28, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Wed, May 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights - Lawn
Join us for this fun kick-off to our Summer Reading Club!

Thu, May 29, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Thu, May 29, All day
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Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Thu, May 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with this family program!
Registration opens Thursday, May 15 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, May 30, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Fri, May 30, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Sat, May 31, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Sat, May 31, All day
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Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Sat, May 31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Learn how to play in the realms of fantasy in this classic role-playing game.

Sun, Jun 01, All day
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Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Sun, Jun 01, All day
Grandview Heights
Pick up a craft kit inspired by our Creativebug service. Available while supplies last.

Sun, Jun 01, All day
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Enjoy monthly art exhibits on the second level of the library. Presented in partnership with the Grandview Heights/Marble Cliff Arts Council.

Sun, Jun 01, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Mon, Jun 02, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Mon, Jun 02, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Mon, Jun 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights
Ages 0-18 months, no registration required

Tue, Jun 03, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Tue, Jun 03, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Tue, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights
Enjoy live music, food trucks, and community fun on the Grandview Heights Public Library lawn!

Tue, Jun 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Lawn
PopUp at Music on the Lawn

Wed, Jun 04, All day
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Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Wed, Jun 04, All day
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Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Wed, Jun 04, 9:00am - 11:00am
Wyman Woods
PopUp visits SafetyView

Wed, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights - Conference Room B
Game night at the library! Choose from our extensive collection of contemporary games or join in a GHPL staff-led session of Forbidden Island.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 21 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Grandview Heights
A storytime for families with kids ages 2-5.

Thu, Jun 05, All day
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Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Thu, Jun 05, All day
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Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Thu, Jun 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Lawn
Kids of all ages

Fri, Jun 06, All day
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Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Fri, Jun 06, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Fri, Jun 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Learn how to twist your very own balloon animals with balloon artist Erica Carlson and her 40-year-old pet turtle Picasso! No previous twisting experience necessary. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, May 23 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Jun 07, All day
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Local balloon artist, Erica Carlson, will hide summer balloon sculptures throughout the library. Find them and enter to win your very own balloon twisting set! Balloons will be displayed June 7-14.

Sat, Jun 07, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Sat, Jun 07, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Sun, Jun 08, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Sun, Jun 08, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Sun, Jun 08, All day
Grandview Heights
Local balloon artist, Erica Carlson, will hide summer balloon sculptures throughout the library. Find them and enter to win your very own balloon twisting set! Balloons will be displayed June 7-14.