May 20, 2026

As we wrap up another exciting and productive week at the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce, we want to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who participated in and supported our recent events.


First, thank you to all the sponsors, attendees, and community partners who made our State of the Region Education Forum such a tremendous success. We appreciate the outstanding insights shared by our speakers and are especially grateful to Grove Public Schools and their incredible staff for their warm hospitality and support throughout the event. Opportunities like these continue to strengthen collaboration and meaningful conversations that help move our region forward.


We also want to thank all the teams, sponsors, and participants who joined us for the Chamber’s Spring Golf Tournament at Quail Ridge Golf Course. It was a fantastic day filled with networking, relationship building, and lasting partnerships. Events like these are a reminder of the strength and support within our Chamber membership, and we are grateful for your continued involvement.


As we look ahead to another exciting season, sponsorship opportunities are still available for the 9th Annual Toes in the Grand event. Marketing efforts officially launch next week, and this is a tremendous opportunity to position your business in front of more than 10,000 event attendees and visitors. Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the region’s premier summer events.


Be sure to also save the date for our next Coffee & Conversations event on June 26. We will welcome our elected officials for an important post-legislative session update as they discuss key issues impacting our communities and businesses. The event will take place at the Community Center beginning at 8:00 a.m. and is free for Chamber members to attend.


Thank you again for your continued support of the Chamber, our events, and the momentum happening across the Grand Lake region. We are proud to work alongside such engaged businesses, organizations, and community leaders as we continue building an even brighter future together.


Make it a great week,

~ Amanda

Amanda K. Davis

President, Grove Area Chamber of Commerce

amandadavis@groveareachamber.com

918-786-9079

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Thursday, May 21, 10:00 a.m.

Afton RV Park

112 Locust Drive, Afton

Friday, May 22, 10:00 a.m.

Outrigger Motel

10603 US Hwy 59, Grove

Friday, May 22, 10:30 a.m.

All Seasons Patio Grand lake

11219 US Hwy 59, Grove

Friday, June 5, 10:00 a.m.

Vital Health Grove

2104 S Main Street, Grove

Thursday, June 25, 10:00 a.m.

Solid Rock Realtors

1104 S. Main Street, 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, May 22th - Live Music by Mother Road Sons 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 23rd - Live Music by Beaty Creek Band 8:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 24th - Magic J Entertainment 6:00 p.m.


FRIENDS OF GRAND LAKE AUDUBON SOCIETY

Saturday, June 13th 10:30-11:30am Monthly Meeting at the Community Center, 104 W 3rd. St.

Guest Alan Bland presenting "Oklahoma Snakes"! More information at grandlakebirders.com.


GRAND LAKE CASINO

Friday, May 22nd - Live Music by Big Smitty 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 23rd - Live Music by Western Justice 8:00 p.m.

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


GRAND LAKE FAMILY YMCA

Registration is open for the YMCA's kids summer program.

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 AMERICAN LEGION POST 178

Coffee Bar is open to everyone Monday-Friday 8am - 12pm. Family friendly Bingo Night every Friday 6pm, Doors open at 4:30 with concession stand for snacks and drinks (no alcohol). Grove American Legion monthly meeting - 2nd Tuesday of the month 6pm

Auxiliary meeting, 2nd Thursday of the month, 1pm

Sons of the American Legion meeting - 3rd Monday of the month 6pm

The Grove American Legion Riders meeting - 4th Monday of the month 6pm

An accredited service officer can help Veterans with their benefit claims - Tuesdays 9am-12pm.

The Lee Cathey Hall, Grove American Legion Post 178 ~ 114 S Broadway ~918-791-3259


GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY

(Cancelled through May) Mondays, 10:30am Early Literacy Storytime, ages 0 - 5

(Cancelled through May) Fridays, 10:30am Movers & Shakers, ages 0-5

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

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30-10:30am, SAIL Fitness, adults

Thursday, May 28th, 4:30-6:00pm, Jurassic Meet & Great Summer Kickoff Party and Summer Reading Program begins, all ages

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

May 25, Memorial Day - Veterans Appreciation Day

June 12-13, American Heritage Music Fest & Grand Lake National Fiddle Contest

June 14, Flag Day, Flag Raising Ceremony

July 4, 250th Birthday of USA Celebration

4404 W. 20th St. Grove


HIGH WINDS CASINO

May Saturday Special ~ All You Can Eat Wings 5-10pm, $20 and Happy Hour | 4-8pm 

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, May 21st - Live Music by Michele Warren - Rock & Brews 9:00 p.m.

Friday, May 22nd - Live Music by Dino and the D Train Band - ECHO 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 23rd - Live Music by TBD - ECHO 9:00 p.m.


JANA JAE'S GALLERY SOUTHWEST

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

Saturday, June 6th, 11am-4pm 3rd Annual Fairy Festival & the Enchanting Village of Grove.

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

Wednesday, May 20: Career Fair in the Overton Room (10:00a.m.-3:00p.m.)

Thursday, May 21: Exclusive “Southern” Dinner menu & Prime Rib at The Summit (4-9 p.m.)

Friday, May 22: Legacy of Liberty Park Anniversary Celebration at the Legacy of Liberty WWII Memorial Park (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)

Friday, May 22: Family Karaoke at The Anchor (6:00-8:00 p.m.)

Friday, May 22: Beaty Creek Duo LIVE Poolside (6:30-8:30 p.m.)

Friday, May 22: Joseph Callery LIVE at Doc’s Bar & Grill (7:00-9:00 p.m.)

Friday, May 22: DJ Brock LIVE at Eddy’s Lakeside Bar (8:30-11:30 p.m.)

Friday, May 22: Karaoke with Crystal at The Anchor (9:30-11:30 p.m.)

Saturday, May 23: LIVE MUSIC Poolside (6:30-8:30 p.m.)

Saturday, May 23: Sunset Cruise from Shangri-La Marina - $90 for adults, $50 age 16 & under – appetizers provided – cash bar (7:00-9:00 p.m.) Reservations at 918-257-6000 or at www.sailgrand.com

Saturday, May 23: Game fun – “Minute to Win It” at The Anchor (7:30 p.m.)

Saturday, May 23: The Joey Holt Band LIVE at Eddy’s Lakeside Bar (8:00-11:00 p.m.)

Saturday, May 23: Silent Disco Party in The Dome at The Anchor (9:30 p.m.)

Sunday, May 24: Prime Rib Special at The Summit Restaurant (4:00-9:00 p.m.)

Sunday, May 24: Jared Deck LIVE poolside (6:30-8:30 p.m.)

Sunday, May 24: Game fun – “True or False” at The Anchor (7:30 p.m.)

Sunday, May 24: DJ Brock LIVE at Eddy’s Lakeside Bar (8:00-11:00 p.m.)

Sunday, May 24: LIVE MUSIC at The Anchor (8:00-11:45 p.m.)

Monday, May 25: Eddy’s Lakeside Bar Open for Memorial Day (11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.)


THE FRIENDS OF THE COLEMAN THEATRE

June 20th, 7pm The Ultimate Whitney Houston Experience

July 11th, 7pm Dreaming of You....The Selena Experience

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


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

May 29, 5pm - Quilted Bag Class

May 30,10am - Beginner Sewing Class

June 20, 9am - Kimberbell: Patriotic Parade

June 24, 5pm - Beginner Binding Class

June 26, 3–6pm - Julie’s Book Cover Class

June 27, 10am - Mom & Me Apron Sewing Class (with Deb)

August 1, 10am-2pm NEW CLASS - 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.

Perfect for confident beginners and experienced stitchers alike. Watching the twister design come together feels a little like quilt magic. 

Retreat: May 14–16

Retreat: June 10–13

Retreat: July 9–12 Christmas in July Retreat, Featuring Julie Porter

Retreat: September 10-12 Legit Kit

~ 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

GACC SPRING GOLF TOURNAMENT

Quail Ridge Golf Course

Friday, May 15th the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce held their Annual Spring Golf Tournament fundraiser at beautiful Quail Ridge Golf Course. The team representing The Afton-Fairland American came in first with The Cole Organization team as runner up. Jerry Ogden Jr. (The American team) and Kylie Warren (Tristate Ins of Grove team) had the closest shots to the pin. Sam Jacks (Titan Title & Closing, LLC - Grand Lake team) had the longest drive.

We'd like to thank our sponsors for helping to make this happen. Grand River Abstract & Title Co. was our presenting sponsor, and Durango Construction was the event prize sponsor. Grand Country Pest Control and AFN Mortgage Grove co-sponsored the popular beverage cart. The event Putting Green sponsor was Grand Savings Bank, and H&H Septic Solutions, Inc. sponsored the lunch for everyone.

A special thanks also goes out to all of our hole sponsors, our golf committee, and everyone who showed up to play! It was an amazing day!

RIBBON CUTTING

Durango Construction

Wednesday, May 13th, the Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting for Durango, New Construction & Remodeling. Jackson Ferguson started taking on remodeling and handyman projects three years ago and has now been serving the Grove area for the past two years. Jackson and his team specialize in remodeling, barndominiums, spec homes, and custom homes. To learn more about their services, contact them at (918) 703-7762 or visit www.durangobuilt.com.

Attending the ribbon cutting: Chamber Executive Vice President Connie King; Diane Hampton & Roger Marrs, Northeast Tech; Joyce Churchwell, RE/MAX Grand Lake; Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; Chandler, Durango; cutting the ribbon, Jackson Ferguson; Mark Helt, Commercial Bank; Victor Ramirez, Durango; Dustin Able, Grand Savings Bank; Andy Harrison & Mike Harrison; Angela Hamilton, Grand River Abstract & Title Co.; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove; and Chamber President Amanda Davis.

STATE OF THE REGION

Education Lunch Forum

Tuesday, May 19th, Grove Public Schools new Superintendent Doug Brown, and NE Tech Superintendent Derek Beller were the guest speakers at our State of the Region Lunch Forum. It was an informative and welcoming conversation about education in Grove and Delaware County. We appreciate our guests and our attendees for sharing their time.

Thank you to our Forum sponsors, Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative, BOLT Fiber Optic Services, Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO), Devitt Properties Legacy Real Estate, and BancFirst. Thank you to Jeff Hanes for the letting us use the Grove Performing Arts Center, the ladies at Har-Ber Village on Grand Lake O' The Cherokees for helping with our setup, and thank you to The Drift at the The Regatta on Grand for serving an amazing meal.

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

Triad Eye Institute - May 21st 5:00 p.m.

RSVP 918-786-9079 or info@groveareachamber.com

TOES IN THE GRAND SUMMER FESTIVAL

June 11-14, 2026

GRAND LAKE USA SHOPPING PASS

Summer Shopping Campaign

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Kim Shearer, Grand County Pest Control

Chairman


Andy Stewart, Patricia Island Country Club

Treasurer


Steve Williams, Williams Homes

Immediate Past Chairman


Dustin Able, Grand Savings Bank

Sharie Cox, Grove's Royal Liquor

Lindsay Crane, Minerva Canna

Renae Dozier, Northeast Tech

Todd Franke, AmeriSpec Inspection Services

Angela Hamilton, Grand River Abstract & Title Co.

Alisa Mouse - Orizon Aerostructures

Teresa Poindexter, Keller Williams Realty - Grand Lake

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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