Skip to main content
close
font 1 font 2 font 3
Reset to standard size
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Yellow on Black White on Black Soft Greys Black on Linen Black on White
Reset to default contrast
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Image for event: ONLINE: Winter Reading Challenge

ONLINE: Winter Reading Challenge

January 23-March 6

2021-01-30 00:00:00 2021-01-30 23:59:00 America/New_York ONLINE: Winter Reading Challenge Grandview Heights -

Saturday, January 30
All day

Add to Calendar 2021-01-30 00:00:00 2021-01-30 23:59:00 America/New_York ONLINE: Winter Reading Challenge For kids and adults. Grandview Heights -

For kids and adults.

Take our virtual Winter Reading Challenge!

You may be at home, but you can still earn points for reading to enter great prize raffles.

How do I start?

  • Download the Winter Reading Club app to get started:
    • Using a desktop computer? Visit ghpl.readsquared.com.
    • Using your phone or tablet? Download the free app ReadSquared from the Apple App Store or Google Play. 
    • Want to participate offline? Call a library staff member at 614-486-2951 to get started.
    • If you participated in our virtual Summer Reading Club in 2020, you can use the same login information. No need to create a new account!

Adults may register for an adult-only account, or register yourself and your children. From the account, you will be able to log reading for yourself and your children.

How do I earn points?

  • Log your reading. Every 100 points you earn may be redeemed for a raffle ticket for one of our grand prizes. 
  • Complete the bonus BINGO board
  • KIDS ONLY: Complete weekly challenges
  • KIDS ONLY: Attend virtual programs. Each program has a "secret code” that can be found in the ReadSquared event calendar. Go to “enter code” and type in the secret code.

What are the prizes? 

  • Adult: Choose from a variety of locally sourced gift cards from Grandview businesses. Participants who earn 600 points over the six week program will be automatically entered for a grand prize at the end of the Winter Reading Challenge as well!
  • Kids: Enter to win a board game bundle, book set, Lego/Duplo Kit, Kids Made Modern bundle, or chemistry set.  

Need help? Check out these short video tips on our YouTube Channel.

Have you recently attended a library event? Share your feedback with us here.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Teen Event | Online Event | Kids Event | Adult Event |

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

Skip Upcoming Events widget
Arbor Day Tree Pickup  
Thu, Apr 23, All day
Grandview Heights
Pickup your free trees from Parks & Recreation!
National Library Week 2026 "Find Your Joy!" - April 19-25
Thu, Apr 23, All day
Grandview Heights
Stop into the library this week to pick up an Adult, Teen, or Youth Library BINGO sheet!
Family Story Time
Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 2-5 years
National Library Week 2026 "Find Your Joy!" - April 19-25
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Grandview Heights
Stop into the library this week to pick up an Adult, Teen, or Youth Library BINGO sheet!
Arbor Day Tree Pickup  
Fri, Apr 24, All day
Grandview Heights
Pickup your free trees from Parks & Recreation!
National Library Week 2026 "Find Your Joy!" - April 19-25
Sat, Apr 25, All day
Grandview Heights
Stop into the library this week to pick up an Adult, Teen, or Youth Library BINGO sheet!
Story Time: Baby Games
Mon, Apr 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 0-18 months
Story Time: Tales for Toddlers
Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
18-36 months
Basement Club
Wed, Apr 29, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Grandview Heights
Wednesdays 3:15-4:15 pm (except 3/25)
Family Story Time - Evening Edition
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
2-5 years 
Family Story Time
Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 2-5 years
Farm Animal Visit on the Lawn
Thu, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights
Celebrate America’s 250th and Ohio’s rich agricultural heritage!
Art Exhibits
Fri, May 01, All day
Grandview Heights
Enjoy monthly art exhibits on the second level of the library.
Become a Volunteen
Fri, May 01, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Become a Volunteen
Sat, May 02, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Sat, May 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Grandview Heights
For grades 6-12
Become a Volunteen
Sun, May 03, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Harp Ohio - Music in the Atrium
Sun, May 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Grandview Heights
Performing ensemble featuring pre-college students led by Jeanne Norton, founder and director of Harp Ohio and Faculty Emeritus and Performing Artist at The OSU School of Music.
Become a Volunteen
Mon, May 04, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Story Time: Baby Games
Mon, May 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 0-18 months
Become a Volunteen
Tue, May 05, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Story Time: Tales for Toddlers
Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
18-36 months
16th Annual Yappy Hour - Cinco de Mayo
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights
It’s a Cinco de Mayo doggie mingle on the lawn, with visits from local pet businesses & veterinarians!
Become a Volunteen
Wed, May 06, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
First Wednesdays Preschool Play
Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
Grandview Heights
Ages 3-5 with a parent/caregiver.
Basement Club
Wed, May 06, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Grandview Heights
Wednesdays 3:15-4:15 pm (except 3/25)
Family Story Time - Evening Edition
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
2-5 years 
Become a Volunteen
Thu, May 07, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Family Story Time
Thu, May 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 2-5 years
GHPL PopUp Library - Pierce Field
Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Grandview Heights
Visit the Popup Library after school!
GHS Jazz Ensemble on the Lawn
Thu, May 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights - Conference Room A,Conference Room B,Meeting Room
Rain location: Library Atrium.
Become a Volunteen
Fri, May 08, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Become a Volunteen
Sat, May 09, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Become a Volunteen
Sun, May 10, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Become a Volunteen
Mon, May 11, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Story Time: Baby Games
Mon, May 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 0-18 months
Become a Volunteen
Tue, May 12, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Story Time: Tales for Toddlers
Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
18-36 months
Become a Volunteen
Wed, May 13, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Basement Club
Wed, May 13, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Grandview Heights
Wednesdays 3:15-4:15 pm (except 3/25)
Family Story Time - Evening Edition
Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Grandview Heights
2-5 years 
Grandview Library Writers Group - Second Wednesdays, 6-8 pm
Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grandview Heights - Conference Room B
Whether your focus is fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting, or any other format, join us for constructive feedback in an encouraging atmosphere. Hosted by GHPL staff member R.C.
Trivia Night on the Lawn - for Adults
Wed, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Challenge your general trivia skills, win prizes, and make new friends at our trivia night on the lawn!
Become a Volunteen
Thu, May 14, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Family Story Time
Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 2-5 years
GHPL PopUp Library - Pierce Field
Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Grandview Heights
Visit the Popup Library after school!
Anime & Manga Club
Thu, May 14, 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
for Teens
Live Band Karaoke on the Lawn - for Adults & Youth
Thu, May 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights - Conference Room A,Conference Room B
Singer/keyboardist Parker Paul plays the hits with YOU on the mic — or bring your friends to just watch the fun!
Registration opens Thursday, April 30 2026 at 9:00am
Become a Volunteen
Fri, May 15, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Freeplay Fridays
Fri, May 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Imaginative playtime fun for ages 0-5 with a parent/caregiver
Become a Volunteen
Sat, May 16, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Become a Volunteen
Sun, May 17, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Become a Volunteen
Mon, May 18, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Become a Volunteen
Tue, May 19, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
GHPL Board Meeting
Tue, May 19, 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.
Become a Volunteen
Wed, May 20, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Become a Volunteen
Thu, May 21, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Become a Volunteen
Fri, May 22, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
Become a Volunteen
Sat, May 23, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)
GHPL PopUp Library - Memorial Day Parade
Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Grandview Heights
Visit the Popup Library at this event!
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Sat, May 23, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Grandview Heights
For grades 6-12
See all events