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Summer Reading Club

May 30-July 31

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

Tuesday, June 06
All day

Add to Calendar 2023-06-06 00:00:00 2023-06-06 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. 

Upcoming events

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

Thu, May 08, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages!

Thu, May 08, All day
Grandview Heights
Celebrate Star Wars Day all week!

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights
Ages 2-5 years

Thu, May 08, 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Join us at the library to watch anime, create anime-themed crafts, munch on Japanese snacks, and discuss all things anime with your friends!

Thu, May 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights
See, touch, and learn about your favorite farm animals!

Fri, May 09, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Fri, May 09, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages!

Fri, May 09, All day
Grandview Heights
Celebrate Star Wars Day all week!

Sat, May 10, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Sat, May 10, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages!

Sat, May 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Grandview Heights
Learn how to play in the realms of fantasy in this classic role-playing game.

Sun, May 11, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Sun, May 11, All day
Grandview Heights
Kids of all ages!

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

Mon, May 12, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Grades 4 and up

Mon, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights
This special outdoor jazz ensemble concert features jazz students from Grandview Heights Schools.

Tue, May 13, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Wed, May 14, All day
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights
Enjoy some bouncy beats and books in this fun, musical story time series.

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
New venue Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Second Wednesdays, 6-8 pm.

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

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

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 0-5 with a caregiver March 21, April 18, and May 16 10:30 am-noon

Sat, May 17, All day
Grandview Heights
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
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

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

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
Grandview Heights
Summer reading fun for the whole family!

Thu, May 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights
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
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, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Grandview Heights
Learn how to play in the realms of fantasy in this classic role-playing game.

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

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
Grandview Heights
Grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.

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

Thu, Jun 05, All day
Grandview Heights
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
Grandview Heights
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
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.

Sat, Jun 07, 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.