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Limited Indoor Browsing

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Beginning March 8, the Grandview Heights Public Library will offer Limited Indoor Browsing 6 days a week. 

Browse our full collection of materials, use a computer, make photocopies, pick up tax forms, or get a library card.

NOTE: Your reserved items will continue to be available ONLY at the Drive-Thru Pickup window open 7 days a week. 

The library continues to follow local and national safety guidelines. To help slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community, the library will limit the number of patrons inside the library. Patrons are limited to one 60-minute visit per day. Face masks are required and are provided at the library entrance.

Use self-checkout on your smartphone to minimize your contact at the library – download the free “Grandview Heights Public Library” app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. 

Our Drive-Thru Pickup service continues to be the safest option for accessing library resources. Reserve your items online at ghpl.org or contact library staff with your material requests or account questions. Staff are available via webchat at ghpl.org, by email at ghpl.org/contact, or by phone at 614-486-2951. As always, our digital collections, research and learning databases, and other services are available 24/7 at ghpl.org.  

Thank you for your patience and support as we continue to provide library services as safely as possible.

We look forward to seeing you at the library again! 

 

Limited Indoor Browsing Hours
Open 6 days a week 

  • Monday-Thursday: 2-6 pm  
  • Friday-Saturday: 10 am-2 pm   
  • Sunday: Closed  

Drive-Thru Pickup Hours
Open 7 days a week 

  • Monday-Thursday: 11 am-7 pm  
  • Friday-Sunday: 10 am-5 pm 

 

Indoor Browsing Requirements  

  • Face coverings are required at all times.  
  • Face coverings must cover mouth and nose and fit snugly.  
  • Children ages 2 & older are required to wear a face covering.  
  • Disposable face masks are available to patrons at the library entrance.   
  • If you are not able to wear a face covering, please contact the library for Curbside Pickup service.   
  • Patrons are limited to one 60-minute visit per day.  
  • Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.  
  • The number of patrons inside the building is limited to ensure effective social distancing. Staff will let you know if you need to wait to enter.  
  • Maintain a minimum 6 feet of social distancing from others.  
  • If you or your family members are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or recently tested positive for COVID-19, please do not visit the library at this time. 

 

Services Offered Inside the Building 

 

  • Patrons are limited to one 60-minute visit per day.  
  • Browse the shelves to choose items (60-minute limit).  
    • Self-checkout at the library is also available on your smartphone by downloading our mobile app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. 
  • Use a computer (60-minute limit).  
  • Print, copy, scan, and fax.  
  • Get a library card.  
  • Pick up tax forms.  
  • Access free WiFi.  
  • Notary public service (scheduled in advance). 

Services Currently Unavailable Inside the Building  

  • Study tables, meeting rooms, seating areas, and play spaces.  
  • Vending machines.  
  • Gaming spaces.  
  • In-person events.  

TUE, FEB 16: LIBRARY CLOSED

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The Grandview Heights Public Library will be closed today (Tuesday, February 16) due to severe weather conditions.

Be safe!

 

Explore Utopia in Grandview Heights

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Looking for Utopia? Find it in Grandview Heights!

Take the newest History Walks tour called To Utopia & Back to explore the city’s east side, which includes an area called Utopia.

Walk, run, or drive this two-mile tour and learn about interesting people, novel businesses, significant structures, and notable parks.

Download the free History Walks app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Choose from six tours, with more coming soon

Presented with the Grandview Heights/Marble Cliff Historical Society.

Take the Bingo Challenge

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Want to earn an extra 100 points toward winning prizes in our virtual Winter Reading Challenge?

Take the Bingo Challenge!

  • Each square features a different literary genre or feature.
  • Complete five squares in a row in any direction to win.
  • You’ll earn 100 points toward prize raffles for the weekly prizes.
  • Plus, you’ll get closer to completing the Winter Ready Challenge and getting entered for the grand prizes.
  • This Bingo Challenge is for adults only. Kids can earn extra points by completing their own BINGO challenge, weekly challenges, and attending virtual programs.

Need some book suggestions?

Our staff has compiled a list of books for each square/genre that are available from the library:

Join the Winter Reading Challenge!

Winter Reading Challenge

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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.

StoryWalk at Wyman Woods

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GHPL StoryWalk at Wyman Woods Park is now open!

Enjoy the book Goodbye Autumn, Hello Winter by Kenard Pak as you stroll around the park.

While you may see a story occasionally, you will also see other activities – artwork, poetry, nature activities, and even trivia – in collaboration with community partners.

This is the second GHPL StoryWalk in Grandview Heights. The first one was installed in Spring 2020 at C. Ray Buck Park​, which is just a few blocks east​ of Wyman Woods Park. Visit Buck Park to read the latest story!​​

GHPL StoryWalk is a delightful, innovative way for children and adults to enjoy reading, activities, and the outdoors at the same time. Develop your child’s early learning skills by discussing things you see along the trail.​

Stories change periodically (more frequently in the warmer months), so visit again soon.

Presented with Grandview Heights Parks and Recreation.

​Visit ghpl.org/storywalk for more information.

 

Drive-Thru Pickup 

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The Grandview Heights Public Library now offers Drive-Thru Pickup!

All holds will be available at the mobile trailer pickup window located in our rear parking lot.  

This service replaces curbside pickup and is available 7 days a week: 

  • Monday-Thursday: 11 am-7 pm 
  • Friday-Sunday: 10 am-5 pm 

Not traveling by vehicle? Wait at the front or rear doors, call 614-486-2951 and press 4, and we will bring your items to you.

Reserve items online or feel free to contact staff with any requests you have. Contact staff by webchat at ghpl.org, by email at ghpl.org/contact, or by phone at 614-486-2951.  

The library is committed to providing the best services while keeping our patrons and staff safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.  

  • Masks are required when using our Drive-Thru Pickup or door service.  
  • The library continues to quarantine returned items for a minimum of four days prior to being checked in and made available to other patrons.   

Outdoor Return Boxes remain open 24/7.   

Access e-books, e-audiobooks, full-page magazines, streaming TV & movies, and music from our Digital Collections, plus online research and learning from our Research Collections. 

Download the free Grandview Heights Public Library app, available from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.  

Reserve the latest items: 

GHPL’s 13th five-star rating

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The Grandview Heights Public Library has received its 13th consecutive five-star rating from Library Journal.

GHPL is 1 of 6 U.S. public libraries to achieve this distinction. GHPL also ranked #1 nationwide among libraries in its expenditure category.

This year, the journal’s Index of Public Library Service 2020 evaluated 5,608 public libraries across the country. 262 libraries received star ratings, and 85 libraries received five-star ratings. 

Ratings are based on 2018 data from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)—physical/digital circulation, online content usage, visits, program attendance, and Internet/wireless use, each per capita.

In addition to GHPL, five other Central Ohio library systems received star ratings: Bexley Public Library, Columbus Metropolitan Library, Upper Arlington Public Library, Wagnalls Memorial Library, and Worthington Libraries (also 1 of 6 U.S. public libraries to receive 13 consecutive five-star ratings).

Thank you for continuing to make GHPL one of the best public libraries in the country!

Holiday food drive

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The library’s annual holiday food drive takes place November 16-December 8!

Drop your canned or non-perishable food items in the designated bins outside our doors during business hours only.

Your donation will help make the holidays brighter for local families from The Salvation Army’s Food Pantries.

Suggested items include (in order of importance):

  • Canned meats (chicken & tuna)
  • Peanut butter
  • Canned beans (kidney, pinto, butter, black, etc.)
  • Canned fruit & applesauce
  • Jelly & jam
  • Canned vegetables
  • Boxed cereal
  • Muffin and cornbread mixes
  • Oatmeal
  • Pasta & Rice
  • Side dish items (pasta or rice mixes, instant potatoes, etc.)
  • Complete Meal Kits
  • Soups & Stews
  • Shelf stable milk
  • Baby food and diapers
  • Dessert baking mixes
  • Toiletry items

GHPL Foundation’s Annual Campaign

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Consider making a gift to the GHPL Foundation‘s 2020 Annual Campaign at the end of the year.

Your tax-deductible donation helps ensure the long-term financial security of the library, enhance its services, and increase the library’s community outreach.

Your donation can be recognized with an ornament (pictured) placed on the Remembrance Tree in the library atrium during the holidays.

Donate online!