July 22, 2026

 
 


Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Gala last Thursday evening! It was a wonderful evening celebrating the businesses, organizations, and individuals who make our community such a special place.


Seeing so many of our members, community leaders, and supporters together was a wonderful reminder of why we do what we do every day. Your partnership, enthusiasm, and commitment to Grove are what make our Chamber and our community stronger.


Congratulations to all of our award finalists and winners! Being recognized as a finalist is an outstanding achievement, and receiving an award is an incredible honor. Each of you make a meaningful impact on our community, and we are proud to celebrate your accomplishments and the difference you make in Grove.


A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors for helping make this special evening possible. Your support allows us to recognize excellence, celebrate success, and continue building a vibrant business community. Thank you to Indigo Sky Casino, Bank of Grand Lake, Keller Williams Realty Grand Lake, and Titan Title & Closing for your partnership and investment in our community. We are truly grateful for your continued support.


The Annual Awards Gala is one of our favorite traditions because it gives us the opportunity to celebrate the people and businesses that help Grove grow and thrive. Thank you for making the evening so memorable. We look forward to another incredible year of serving our members and celebrating the successes that lie ahead!

~ Connie

Connie King

Executive Vice President, Grove Area Chamber

connieking@groveareachamber.com

918-786-9079

WELCOME ABOARD

Bright Homes Roofing & Construction

1123 N Garnett Road, #101

Tulsa, OK 74116

918-629-6588

brighthomes.com

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Friday, July 24, 10:30 a.m.

Kennedy Homes LLC

3123 Terrance Drive, Grove

Friday, July 31, 10:00 a.m.

What Goes Around Comes Around Vintage Market

538 W 3rd Street, Grove

Thursday, August 6, 10:00 a.m.

Circle of Life

Chamber Office, Grove

UPCOMING EVENTS

We would love to help get your information out!

Please send your business activities for next week's newsletter to info@groveareachamber.com before noon on Tuesday.

Also, submit your event to be added to our website calendar of events page at https://groveok.org/calendar-of-events/home/.

CHEROKEE CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Friday, July 24th - Live Music by Mixtape 918 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, July 25th - Live Music by Encore 8:00 p.m.


FRIENDS OF GRAND LAKE AUDUBON SOCIETY

Saturday, August 8th 10:30-11:30am Monthly Meeting at the Community Center, 104 W 3rd. St.

How do birds choose partners? Learn all the fluff in avian mating and selection.

More information at grandlakebirders.com.


GRAND AREA CREATIVE ALLIANCE

Vision: to support a thriving community that inspires creativity, enriches education and attracts visitors seeking authentic cultural experiences. ~ Next meeting July 23rd. All are welcome!

Monthly meetings 4th Thursdays, Noon-1:15pm, St. Andrews Church - 555 E. 3rd St.


GRAND LAKE CASINO

Friday, July 24th - Live Music by Lost Dogs 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, July 25th - Live Music by Dewayne Bowman 8:00 p.m.

Sunday Cornhole Tournament - registration 3:00 p.m. - play 4:00 p.m.


GRAND LAKE FAMILY YMCA

The Parkinson's Support Group meets on the second Thursday each month at 2:00 p.m. The meeting is open to YMCA members & non-members. Caregivers are encouraged to attend. If you or someone you know has Parkinson's, there is a Parkinson's Combination Exercise Class and Speech Therapy Class that meets every Thursday from 3:00 to 4:00 in the YMCA's downstairs group fitness room. There are chair exercises for the body and speech exercise to strengthen the voice and the muscles used for swallowing. The class is free.

Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. Pedaling for Parkinson’s (PFP) free to members & non-members.

More information: https://tristatefamilyymca.org/locations/grand-lake-family-ymca/


GROVE COMMUNITY PLAYMAKERS

"A Wrinkle in Time" Embark on an unforgettable journey with Meg, Charles Wallace, and Calvin as they travel across the universe to rescue Meg's missing father. This beloved story reminds us that love, faith, and courage can overcome even the greatest darkness.

Performance Dates • July 24 at 7:30 PM • July 26 at 2:00 PM • July 30 & July 31 7:30 PM • August 2 at 2:00 PM Tickets: $15 Adults | $8 Students

Reserve your seats today! (918) 786-8950 playmakersofgrove.com


GROVE CONVENTION & TOURISM

July 25-26, Wolf Creek Vintage Market, Saturday 9-5, Sunday 9-4, $5 entry, 12 & under free

July 31-Aug 2, Grove Boat Show, Friday 12-8, Saturday 10-7, Sunday 10-4, FREE entry

Wolf Creek Expo, 1601 Sunrise Blvd, Grove


GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY

Mondays, 10:30am Early Literacy Storytime, ages 0 - 5

Fridays, 10:30am Movers & Shakers, ages 0-5

1st Wednesday each month, 2:00pm Book Chat, adults

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10-11am Tai Chi for Better Balance, adults

Wednesday 22nd, 1:15-3:45pm OBI Blood Drive, adults

Monday 27th, 1-2pm 2 News Library Weather Show, all ages

Tuesday 28th, 5-6:45pm Adult/Teen Guided Painting, 12-adult

Thursday 30th, 1-2pm Skins & Skulls, all ages

Friday 30st, 1-2:30pm End of Summer Splash Bash, all ages

Mondays, 1-3pm No-Cost Summer Meals program pickups, ages 0-18

More information at https://eols.org/grove/


GROVE'S ROYAL LIQUOR

New & Delicious Ready-to-Drink items; Summer Fashions & Accessories; Fun & Funny Adult Humor Greeting Cards; Expanded Bourbon Selections; Bulk Ice; ATM on Site

We are always ready to treat you with ROYALTY at Grove's Royal Liquor, 2116 S. Main Street.

Open Monday-Saturday, 8am-10pm.


HAR-BER VILLAGE MUSEUM

September 24-26, Pioneer Days

October 2-3, Wildlife, Game & Safety Day

October 14-16, Indigenous Heritage Programming

4404 W. 20th St. Grove. har-bervillage.com


HIGH WINDS CASINO

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday $7 Menu, Chicken Fried Chicken or the Daily Special 11am–3pm

Saturdays, Filet Mignon 5-10pm $20 and Sunday, Smoked Brisket 11am-9pm $12

2 for Tuesday! 2 Sirloin Steak Dinners for just $22, Tuesdays from 11am to 9pm

Fish Fry Fridays, All-You-Can-Eat Catfish & Sides 11am-10pm, $9.50


INDIGO SKY CASINO AND RESORT

Thursday, July 23rd - Live Music by Michele Warren - Rock & Brews 9:00 p.m.

Friday, July 24th - Live Music by Uncrowned Kings - ECHO 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, July 25th - Live Music by Thomas Martinez - ECHO 9:00 p.m.


JANA JAE'S GALLERY SOUTHWEST

Christmas in July Sale, Saturday 25th, 10am-5pm

Original art, S/N prints, pottery, rugs, furniture, jewelry, Bill Koch wooden bowls and pens, Wayne Graham Cherokee pottery, Charles Banks Wilson stone lithos, Irene's hand-painted silk scarves, one-of-a-kind gifts in your price range. 

Wonderful gift items and art originals, jewelry, home decor, more!

Open Tues-Sat, 10am - 5pm ~ 920 S. Main, Grove, OK ~ 918-786-5780


LENDONWOOD GARDENS

Stop by for a beautiful walk in the gardens.

1308 W 13th St. Grove, www.lendonwood.com


MEND YOGABAR

Grand Lake’s only hot yoga studio. Classes for all levels—gentle Yin to the Mend Method.

Drop-in $20 • First class FREE with Grove Chamber mention.  

Tuesday's Audiobook & Craft Club 6:45-8:00pm ~ Members & non-members welcome!

Located at 4707 Hwy 59 N, Grove, (918) 904-4611

Check out the class and event schedule at MendYogaBar.com!


PRAIRIE MOON CASINO

Sunday Special 11:30am-2:30pm, Taco Salad, $8.00

Tuesday & Wednesday Special, Taco Burger & Side, $9.00

Located at 202 S Eight Tribes Trail, Miami, OK.


SHANGRI-LA/THE ANCHOR

Thursday, July 23: Exclusive “Italian” Dinner menu and Prime Rib at The Summit (4-9 p.m.)

Thursday, July 23: Karaoke with Tim Robinson on Doc’s Patio (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Friday, July 24: Dustin Chadwell LIVE at Doc’s Bar & Grill (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Friday, July 24: Singo competition with DJ Kyle at The Anchor (9:00-11:00 p.m.)

Saturday, July 25: Kevin Price Band LIVE at Eddy’s Lakeside Bar (8:00-11:00 p.m.)

Sunday, July 26: Prime Rib Special at The Summit Restaurant (4:00-9:00 p.m.)

Thursday, July 30: Exclusive “Southern Cooking” Dinner menu and Prime Rib at The Summit (4:00-9:00 p.m.)


THE FRIENDS OF THE COLEMAN THEATRE

Aug 29, 7:00pm - Fleetwood X - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Aug 30, 7:00pm - Tavin Dillard Comedy

Sep 19, 7:00pm - Celebrate the centennial of a truly legendary highway with a special screening of ROUTE 66: THE MAIN STREET OF AMERICA. A full length documentary.

For information and tickets: https://thecolemantheatre.org/


THE HOTT SPOTT TANNING SALON

3 amazing years of serving the Grove community, and to say thank you, we're giving away a

Hott Spott Tanning Bag packed with goodies valued at $145!

Here's how to enter: Make any purchase at The Hott Spott beginning June 24th.

Every qualifying purchase earns you an entry into the giveaway!

Giveaway Starts: June 24th ~ Winner Announced July 24th

1620 S. Main Street Suite 2, Grove, OK ~ 918-791-0300


THE REGATTA - DRIFT ON GRAND & BOOM

Drift offers an upscale casual dining experience, perfect for date nights, celebrations, or simply enjoying a thoughtfully prepared meal. Relax at our elegant bar with handcrafted cocktails and enjoy live harp music Friday and Saturday evenings. Follow @driftongrand for the latest updates and features. For reservations, call 918-801-4420.

Upstairs, Boom is your go-to sports bar with a high-energy atmosphere, 30+ TVs, and a menu centered around burgers, wings, and pizza - ideal for game day or any casual night out. Join us every Thursday at 6:00pm for Trivia Night! Each month, Boom donates 10% of all Trivia Night sales to a selected local organization. Follow @boomongrand for more details.


TIPSY QUILTERS

August 1, 10am-2pm Twister Pillow Class $40 Make a unique 18" x 18" Twister Pillow using the Lil Twister Tool! Fee includes the Lil Twister Tool & pattern. Fabric not included.

October 24, 10am–2pm, Momma Kathie's Rag Quilt Tote $25- Learn how to create an adorable rag quilt tote that's both fun and functional. This is a great beginner-friendly class.

August 28th 3pm to 29th 8am, NEW! One Night Stand with Tipsy Quilters! Includes: Mystery "Blind Date" Quilt Kit, Nightcap & Nibbles, Plenty of laughter, inspiration, and quilting fun. $100

September 18-19, Kimberbell "The Stitching Hour" Event $179

Retreat: August 12–15, BBQ Theme Retreat

Retreat: September 10-12, Legit Kit

Retreat: November 5–7, 2026 Harvest Festival Retreat

Retreat: December 9–12, Feliz Navidad Retreat

~ All retreats include breakfast & dinner daily

Lodging Options: • Standard Cabin $50/night • Deluxe Cabin w/Kitchenette $65/night

For more classes and information and to reserve your spot visit www.tipsyquilters.com.

Located at 63990 E. 300 Road, Grove. ~  918-791-0158


VALENCE SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES

Saturday, July 25, 2026, 1pm-4pm ~ Car Wash Fundraiser for Grove 6th Grade Cheer Team. Donations appreciated and all proceeds will go towards their dues, uniforms, camp, and traveling. Parking lot in front of building facing HWY 10 ~2900 E. HWY 10, Grove.

GACC ANNUAL AWARDS GALA

Award Winners

GRAND LAKE USA SHOPPING PASS

Summer Shopping Campaign

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Andy Stewart, Patricia Island Country Club

Chairman


Kim Shearer, Grand Country Pest Control

Treasurer


Dustin Able, Grand Savings Bank

Doug Brown, Grove Public Schools

Sharie Cox, Grove's Royal Liquor

Renae Dozier, Northeast Tech

Todd Franke, AmeriSpec Inspection Services

Angela Hamilton, Grand River Abstract & Title Co.

Alisa Mouse - Orizon Aerostructures

Nicole Reynolds, Har-Ber Village

John Sawyer, John Sawyer Insurance

James Sharp, INTEGRIS Grove Hospital

Jacob Wallace, Redeemed Digital

DiAnna Wescott, Cherokee Casino Grove

Autumn Wilhelm, RE/MAX Grand Lake

Mike Williams, Shangri-La


Darren Cook - Ex Officio

Brent Malone - Ex Officio

311 S. Grand Street, Grove, OK

(918) 786-9079

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