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OhioLINK/SearchOhio Upgrades

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OhioLINK/SearchOhio Upgrades

Friday, May 16, 2025

While our patrons will continue to enjoy access to more than 5 million items from 18 Central Ohio library systems in the Central Library Consortium (CLC), borrowing and renewing items from two of our statewide partners—OhioLINK and SearchOhio—will be temporarily unavailable during system upgrades.

  • 🟥 OhioLINK — Access paused May 23-October 27
  • 🟥 SearchOhio — Access paused August 1-October 27
  • ✅ 5 million CLC items in our catalog — Access available throughout the entire period

We appreciate your patience while our partners upgrade their systems to deliver a more efficient, intuitive experience. Upgrades include a simplified user experience, easier discovery of library resources and new content, improved collaboration and operational efficiencies, all with no development costs to our library!

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39th Music on the Lawn

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39th Music on the Lawn

April 29, 2025

Enjoy live music and summer fun with family & friends on the Grandview Heights Public Library lawn every Tuesday in June & July from 7–8 pm at the library.

The 39th Annual Music on the Lawn features great local bands, food trucks, and the GHPL PopUp Library.

Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support of this year’s series!

View the full schedule, food truck list, and sponsorship details at ghpl.org/music.

Coordinated by Grandview Heights Public Library and the Grandview Heights Parks & Recreation.

See you on the lawn!


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Updated GHPL App

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Updated GHPL App

April 25, 2025

Our app has a new look and improved functionality!

Download it for free from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

Explore more free apps from the library.


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Become a Volunteen

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Become a Volunteen

April 25, 2025

If you have completed the sixth grade or higher, apply to assist Youth Services staff with the Kids’ Summer Reading Club!

  • Applications are available in Youth Services or at ghpl.org/volunteen beginning May 1.
  • For grades 7-12 for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • Note: 30-minute training session required. See Youth Services staff for details!

Have you recently attended a library event? Share your experience with us here!


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Art Exhibit Submissions

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Art Exhibit Submissions

Artists are invited to view guidelines and spaces and submit proposals for consideration to exhibit at the library.

Monthly art exhibitions are on view in designated areas on the library’s second level.

Exhibits are presented in partnership with the Grandview Heights/Marble Cliff Arts Council.


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Homebound Delivery

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Homebound Delivery

April 25, 2025

Do you know someone in the Grandview Heights/Marble Cliff area who is homebound (even temporarily) who would like to have library materials delivered to their home?

Library volunteers deliver books, large print books, books on CD, and DVDs to homebound area residents every other Thursday morning. The homebound patron may select specific titles or have library staff choose for them.

Sign up for Homebound Delivery by contacting GHPL staff member Leslie at homebound@ghpl.org or 614-486-2951.


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You Made an Impact!

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You Made an Impact!

April 11, 2025

Thank you to everyone who contacted their Ohio House members last week—your calls, emails, and stories make a real impact! 

While the House did make some adjustments, unfortunately, the Public Library Fund (PLF) in Sub. House Bill 96 is still $90.8 million less than the Governor’s recommended funding for public libraries over the biennium.  

We remain committed to advocating for the restoration of the Public Library Fund (PLF) to 1.75% of the General Revenue Fund, as proposed in Governor DeWine’s budget. 

The state budget is now in the hands of the Senate, with the process expected to be completed by the end of June.  

We’ll keep you informed as things progress—and we may reach out for your support again during the Senate’s budget process. 

Thank you for being a strong voice for your library and for libraries throughout Ohio! 


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Tell Your State Rep, “Don’t Cut Ohio’s Public Libraries!”

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Tell Your State Rep,
“Don’t Cut Ohio’s Public Libraries!”

April 3, 2025

We need your help to protect the future of Ohio’s public libraries!

The Ohio House Finance Committee accepted an amendment this week that eliminates the Public Library Fund (PLF) and replaces it with a line-item appropriation, representing a $100 million cut to library funding over the next 2 years compared to Governor DeWine’s proposed budget.

This would be devastating, as libraries are already operating with the same state funding levels as 25 years ago. Ohio public libraries already saw a $27 million shortfall in state funding in 2024.

Libraries are vital to our communities. The PLF allows libraries to:

  • Offer engaging programs for children, teens, and adults.
  • Purchase books, e-books, and other essential materials.
  • Provide resources that many rely on for work, school, and research.
  • Bridge the digital divide by offering access to technology and training.
  • Serve as a community hub for civic engagement, public meetings, and cultural events.
  • Keep our doors open seven days a week to serve everyone.

Without this funding, these services will be severely impacted.

How can you help?

  • Please contact your state representative and the Speaker of the House TODAY and tell them why the library is important to you.
    1. Contact your state representative.
    2. Contact Speaker of the House Matt Huffman: rep78@ohiohouse.gov or (614) 466-6344.
  • Share how our library has impacted your life, supported your education, helped your family, or saved you money. Personal stories are powerful!

Your voice matters!

Thank you for advocating today to protect funding for the Grandview Heights Public Library and public libraries across the state.
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Summer Concert Series Sponsorships

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Summer Concert Series Sponsorships

March 14, 2025

Let your business shine at one of the most beloved summer events in Grandview Heights & Marble Cliff—Music on the Lawn Sponsorship Applications are now open!

The 39th annual Music on the Lawn summer concert series takes place on the library’s pavilion, lawn, and plaza, a 2024 improvement project made possible in part by the GHPL Foundation.

An average of 5,000 people attend the series annually, which features outdoor concerts, food trucks, the GHPL PopUp Library, and more.

The series runs Tuesdays in June & July from 7-8 pm and is presented by the library and the City of Grandview Heights Parks & Recreation.

Join us in making this summer unforgettable for the entire community—become a Music on the Lawn sponsor!

Sponsorship Application deadline is April 15.

For more information, contact the library at 614-486-2951 or pr@ghpl.org.

See video from last year’s series below!

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Spring Events

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Spring Events

March 12, 2025

Spring is in the air, and it’s the perfect time to explore exciting events and services at the library!

From fresh reads to inspiring community activities, we’ve got something to energize and inspire you this season.

Explore our 2025 Spring Brochure to learn more about services and programs during March-May.

Highlights include:

See you at the library!


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