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Summer Reading Club

May 30-July 31

2023-06-16 00:00:00 2023-06-16 23:59:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Club Grandview Heights -

Friday, June 16
All day

Add to Calendar 2023-06-16 00:00:00 2023-06-16 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

Sat, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Grandview Heights
Learn how to play in the realms of fantasy in this classic role-playing game.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Sep 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 0-18 months

Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
No registration required 

Tue, Sep 16, 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, Sep 17, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Grandview Heights
Join your friends after school in The Basement!

Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Grandview Heights
No registration required

Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 2-5 years

Thu, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Pierce Field
PopUp visits Pierce Field

Thu, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Curious about the guitar?

Fri, Sep 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Imaginative playtime fun for ages 0-5 with a parent/caregiver

Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Grandview Heights
Embark on a journey of the imagination!

Mon, Sep 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 0-18 months

Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
No registration required 

Wed, Sep 24, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Grandview Heights
Join your friends after school in The Basement!

Wed, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Hop into the library for family storytime with bunnies!

Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Hop into the library for family storytime with bunnies!

Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Pierce Field
PopUp visits Pierce Field

Thu, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights - Conference Room A
35th annual indoor concert series at the library.

Sat, Sep 27, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Grandview Ave.
PopUp at the Hop

Mon, Sep 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 0-18 months

Tue, Sep 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
No registration required 

Tue, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Celebrate Ohio authors!

Wed, Oct 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.

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

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

Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Grandview Heights
3 - 5 years with a parent/caregiver

Wed, Oct 01, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Grandview Heights
Join your friends after school in The Basement!

Wed, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Grandview Heights
No registration required

Thu, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 2-5 years

Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Pierce Field
PopUp visits Pierce Field

Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Wyman Woods
PopUp at Fall Fest

Thu, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grandview Heights - Conference Room A
35th annual indoor concert series at the library.

Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Grandview Heights - Lawn
Stop by the library and touch a truck, fire engine, police cruiser, bus - and a "ghostbusting" Ectomobile!

Sat, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Grandview Heights
Learn how to play in the realms of fantasy in this classic role-playing game.

Mon, Oct 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 0-18 months

Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
No registration required 

Wed, Oct 08, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Grandview Heights
Join your friends after school in The Basement!

Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Grandview Heights - Conference Room B
Second Wednesdays, 6-8 pm.

Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
New venue Grandview Heights
No registration required

Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Grandview Heights - Meeting Room
Ages 2-5 years

Thu, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Pierce Field
PopUp visits Pierce Field

Thu, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grandview Heights
Enjoy a walking tour of Grandview Heights with unique chocolate stops at participating businesses!

Sat, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Grandview Heights
Celebrate the Halloween season with a chilling Dungeons & Dragons role playing game adventure! Hosted by GHPL staff members Lloyd & Emily.
Registration opens Saturday, September 27 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Oct 13, All day
Grandview Heights
The library is closed today.