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Summer Reading Club

May 30-July 31

2023-06-02 00:00:00 2023-06-02 23:59:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Club Grandview Heights -

Friday, June 02
All day

Add to Calendar 2023-06-02 00:00:00 2023-06-02 23:59:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Club The more you read, the more chances you have to WIN! Grandview Heights -

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

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


KIDS & TEENS

How do I get started?

Beginning May 30:

  • Desktop: Visit ghpl.beanstack.org 
  • Mobile: Download the free Beanstack Tracker app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store
  • You will have the option to register yourself and your child(ren) and log reading for everyone from one account.
  • You can also track your reading by downloading and printing our Points Tracker.
How can kids earn prizes?
  • Logging their reading.
  • Completing our weekly challenges.
  • Attending programs. 
What are the prizes?

All participants who complete the program will receive the following prizes:

  • GHPL T-shirt (kids)
  • Fidget key chain (teens)
  • Special registration prize
  • Blank book or book of your choice 
  • Coupons to: DK Diner, Dairy Queen, Pure Imagination Chocolatier, Chocolate Café, and Grandview Pool Concessions 
What are the grand prizes?

For every 20 points you earn reading, attending programs, or completing challenges, you can purchase a raffle ticket for one of our grand prizes:   

  • For kids:  
    • Ride in a Grandview Heights fire truck (Grandview Heights residents only)
    • King’s Island passes for 4
    • Clay Café mugs plus coloring time
    • Lion Cub's Cookies gift card
    • Lego Prize Pack 
    • Deluxe Art Prize Pack 
  • For teens:  
    • Grandview Theater and Drafthouse passes for 4
    • King’s Island passes for 4
    • Amazon gift card
    • Apple Music gift card
    • Clay Café mugs plus coloring time
    • Roblox gift card 
Thank you to these generous sponsors!

ADULTS (ages 18+)

How do I get started?

Beginning May 30:

How can I earn prizes?
  • Prizes can be won by putting raffle tickets towards the prize of your choice! 
  • Earn raffle tickets by logging the books you read and completing Activities. 
What are the prizes?
What are the Grand Prizes?
Thank you to our generous sponsors! 

Summer Readers Get-Together for Adults
Wednesday, May 31, from 6:30-7:30 pm

Explore a variety of books, discover new authors, and share your favorites with others! Join GHPL staff member Megan at the library for conversation, snacks, and tips for finding your next great read.


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AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Teen 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. 

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Thu, May 07, All day
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Thu, May 07, All day
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Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Thu, May 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
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Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Visit the Popup Library after school!

Thu, May 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights - Conference Room A,Conference Room B,Meeting Room
Rain location: Library Atrium.

Fri, May 08, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Fri, May 08, All day
Grandview Heights
Stop in and grab a craft kit to make something special for Mother's Day (May 10). While supplies last.

Sat, May 09, All day
Grandview Heights
Stop in and grab a craft kit to make something special for Mother's Day (May 10). While supplies last.

Sat, May 09, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Sun, May 10, All day
Grandview Heights
Stop in and grab a craft kit to make something special for Mother's Day (May 10). While supplies last.

Sun, May 10, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Mon, May 11, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Mon, May 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 0-18 months

Tue, May 12, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
18-36 months

Wed, May 13, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Wed, May 13, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Grandview Heights
Wednesdays 3:15-4:15 pm (except 3/25)

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.

Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Grandview Heights
2-5 years 

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!

Thu, May 14, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 2-5 years

Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Grandview Heights
Visit the Popup Library after school!

Thu, May 14, 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
for Teens

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!

Fri, May 15, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Fri, May 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Imaginative playtime fun for ages 0-5 with a parent/caregiver

Sat, May 16, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Sun, May 17, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Mon, May 18, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Tue, May 19, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

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.

Wed, May 20, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Thu, May 21, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Fri, May 22, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Sat, May 23, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Grandview Heights
Visit the Popup Library at this event!

Sat, May 23, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Grandview Heights
For grades 6-12

Sun, May 24, All day
Grandview Heights
The library is closed today.

Sun, May 24, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Mon, May 25, All day
Grandview Heights
The library is closed today.

Mon, May 25, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Tue, May 26, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Tue, May 26, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages May 26 - June 7

Tue, May 26, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Tue, May 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights - Lawn
Kids of all ages 

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

Wed, May 27, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Wed, May 27, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages May 26 - June 7

Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Grandview Heights - Lawn
Kids of all ages

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

Thu, May 28, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Thu, May 28, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages May 26 - June 7

Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Kids of all ages

Fri, May 29, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Fri, May 29, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages May 26 - June 7

Fri, May 29, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Sat, May 30, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages May 26 - June 7

Sat, May 30, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

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

Sun, May 31, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages May 26 - June 7

Sun, May 31, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 (for the 2026-2027 school year)

Sun, May 31, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Sun, May 31, 9:00am - 10:00am
Grandview Heights
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Sun, May 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Grandview Heights
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Mon, Jun 01, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Mon, Jun 01, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages May 26 - June 7

Mon, Jun 01, All day
Grandview Heights
Enjoy monthly art exhibits on the second level of the library.

Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 0-18 months

Tue, Jun 02, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages May 26 - June 7

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

Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 18-36 months

Tue, Jun 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Grandview Heights - Lawn
Visit the PopUp Library at this event!

Tue, Jun 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Grandview Heights
Join us for the 40th Annual Music on the Lawn, a special milestone season celebrating four decades of bringing the community together during our annual summer concert series.

Wed, Jun 03, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages May 26 - June 7

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

Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Grandview Heights
Visit the Popup Library at this event!

Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
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Ages 5 - 12
Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
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Ages 2-5

Thu, Jun 04, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Thu, Jun 04, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages May 26 - June 7

Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 2-5

Thu, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Kids of all ages

Fri, Jun 05, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages May 26 - June 7

Fri, Jun 05, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Fri, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 5-17
Registration opens Friday, May 22 2026 at 9:00am

Sat, Jun 06, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages May 26 - June 7

Sat, Jun 06, All day
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!