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Margaret Atwood event postponed

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Due to concerns about the ongoing threat of COVID-19, the Margaret Atwood author visit presented by the Grandview Heights Public Library and eight other Central Ohio public libraries originally scheduled for September 13, 2020, has been postponed.

The 9 presenting libraries are: Bexley Public Library, Columbus Metropolitan Library, Grandview Heights Public Library, London Public Library, Plain City Public Library, Southwest Public Libraries, Upper Arlington Public Library, Westerville Public Library, and Worthington Libraries.

No exact date has been confirmed, but the presenting libraries are working to reschedule this event in fall 2021.

Tickets had yet to go on sale for the now-postponed September 13, 2020, event.

More information will be shared about the rescheduled event as it becomes available.

Curbside Pickup & Outdoor Returns

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The Grandview Heights Public Library offers curbside pickup for held items and mobile printing (10 pages or less) seven days a week.

CURBSIDE PICKUP HOURS
Monday-Thursday 11 am-7 pm
Friday-Sunday 10 am-5 pm

Outdoor Return Boxes: Open 24/7

Steps to use our curbside pickup service: 

  1. Place holds.
    Place holds on physical items by using our online catalog at ghpl.org or call the library at 614-486-2951. 
  2. Get notifications.
    Once you receive your hold notices, you can come to the library to use our curbside pickup service during scheduled hours.
  3. Return library items in book drops.
    Patrons can use only the library book drops to return items. Please return only books, CDs, and DVDs at this time. Returned items will quarantined for a minimum of four days prior to being checked in and made available to other patrons. If you or a member of your household is ill, please do not return items at this time. There are no late fees for overdue library items.
  4. Proceed to one of the curbside pickup parking spaces.
    Call a staff person at the phone number provided on the sign.
  5. Wait in your vehicle and unlock your trunk.
    A staff person will locate your held items, check them out to you, and deliver them to your vehicle’s trunk. Staff will not be handing library items directly to patrons. Our staff will be wearing masks for your safety; we encourage you to do the same. 

Get assistance from library staff.

  • Need help? Contact us on our website or call the library at 614-486-2951 for assistance. 

The library’s building remains closed until further notice due to COVID-19 precautions. The library is committed to providing the best services while keeping our patrons and staff safe. We appreciate your patience during this time.   

GHPL StoryWalk

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The Grandview Heights Public Library’s StoryWalk® is now open at C. Ray Buck Park, 1280 Goodale Blvd.

Take a stroll around the park, and stop at reading stations along the way as you complete a story.

This is a delightful, innovative way for children — and adults — to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Develop your child’s early learning skills by discussing things you learn in the book and things you see along the trail.

Follow the trail to start reading! The first book is Bear Came Along by Richard T. Morris and illustrated by LeUyen Pham.

Stories change periodically, so visit again soon.

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

Funded by the Grandview Heights Public Library Foundation and Northwest Kiwanis.

StoryWalk® was created and registered by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Vermont. 

30,000 streaming films

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Stream 30,000 film titles with Kanopy.

The collection includes classic, foreign, independent, international, and instructional films and documentaries.

  • Get instant access – no waits or holds.
  • Use your GHPL card to create an account.
  • Borrow up to 10 titles per month.
  • Lending period is 3 days.
  • Mobile and TV apps available.

Find more digital media and online services from the library at Digital Collections, Research, and Online Events.

5/5: GHPL Board Meeting

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Following coronovirus prevention guidelines from government and health officials, the Grandview Heights Public Library remains closed until further notice to reduce the transmission of the virus in our community. 

During this library closure, the Grandview Heights Public Library Board of Trustees will live-stream its next public meeting at youtube.com/GrandviewLibrary on Tuesday, May 5, 2020, at 6 pm.  

The Ohio General Assembly and Ohio Attorney General have approved the use of virtual meetings as a viable alternative to conducting public hearings during this time. Normally, the Board of Trustees holds its regularly scheduled public meetings on the third Tuesday of the month at 6 pm in Conference Room A of the library. 

In lieu of in-person participation, the public may submit comments via email at pr@ghpl.org. The commenter’s name and subject of comments will be read into the public record, and full comments will be attached to the meeting notes. Comments must be received at least two hours before the meeting begins. Comments received after the meeting begins will be held until the next public meeting.  

Agenda

Library closed until further notice

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Following ongoing coronavirus prevention guidelines from local, state, and national health officials, the Grandview Heights Public Library will remain closed until further notice to help reduce the transmission of the virus in our community.

Look for updates about our online services at ghpl.org and on social media. Library staff will continue to assist patrons online and by phone at 614-486-2951.

Access e-books, e-audiobooks, magazines, 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.

All physical material due dates will be adjusted accordingly. Outdoor return bins will remain closed; library materials should not be returned to the library during this time. There are no late fees for overdue materials.

Thank you for your patience and understanding during this challenging time. We look forward to continuing to provide you with the best service possible.

Get current information about the virus:

To prevent the spread of this, or any, infectious disease:

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home when you are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Steps to Prevent Illness from the coronavirus (CDC)

Census questionnaire online

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For the first time, the United State Census is offering its 10-minute questionnaire online.

The Census occurs only once every decade and is mandated by the U.S. Constitution.

Your response helps to direct federal funds to local communities for schools, roads, and other public services. It’s also used to determine your political representation at all levels of government.

Digital media available 24/7

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The library’s digital media and online research tools are available any time at ghpl.org.

Digital Collections
ghpl.org/ebooks

  • E-books, e-audiobooks, magazines, music, movies, TV shows, graphic novels, and more.
    • NEW! Tumblebooks is offering libraries their online resources for free through the beginning of August 2020. Get instant access – no library card or login required.

Research
ghpl.org/research

Popular e-books, e-audiobooks, and more

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Access thousands of e-books, e-audiobooks, graphic novels, picture books for kids, and more.

Use your GHPL card to access Digital Downloads, available from our Digital Collections at ghpl.org/ebooks.

30,000 e-audiobooks

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Get instant access to more than 30,000 e-audiobooks with RBdigital, available at from our Digital Collections at ghpl.org/ebooks.

Titles include current bestsellers and a variety of fiction and nonfiction genres.

There are no waitlists or holds.

Borrow up to 20 titles.

Mobile app available.