August 13, 2025

Oklahoma is currently undergoing historical economic momentum and the migration to Oklahoma continues to grow. Our state has experienced a great shift and its exciting to see the map for the future.  


The Chamber has had the opportunity, thanks to your membership dues and continued financial support, to attend the SEDC (Southern Economic Development Council) Annual Meeting in Oklahoma City. Economic developers and Chamber executives across seventeen states spent three days coming together to support and promote new economic development initiatives, learn best practices, and network with some of the world's top economy builders. 


The Chamber will be launching a new partnership program to enhance our synergy across the lake region. This program will allow businesses and organizations to join forces as we begin drafting a business plan, organize a portfolio for developers and site selectors, and collectively work together to market the lake as a place to do business, to live, and to thrive. Watch for details this fall!


Thank you again for your continued support of the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce.  


You are appreciated!

~ Amanda

Amanda K. Davis

President, Grove Area Chamber of Commerce

amandadavis@groveareachamber.com

918-786-9079

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Thursday, August 14th, 10:30 a.m.

NuWave Construction, Inc.

4th St. behind Rancho Viejo


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

Grounded for Life Wellness

5 W 3rd Street, Grove


Friday, September 5, 11:00 a.m.

Mend YogaBar

4707 Hwy 59 N, 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, August 15th - Live Music by The Downbeat 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 16th - Live Music by 90LB Wrench 8:00 p.m.


CINEMA 7 OF GROVE

Now showing: The Bad Guys 2, The Naked Gun, Freakier Friday, Sketch, Weapons

Coming soon: Nobody 2

For MORE movies & show times: centercinemas.com


COLEMAN THEATRE

August 16th, 7pm, Joseph Hall, A Tribute to Elvis Presley

September 7th, 2:30pmm Around the Hollywood Campfire

September 25-28 & October 3-5 MLT presents The Wizard of Oz

For Information and tickets visit their website: thecolemantheatre.org


DADS MUSIC SHOP

Beginner Guitar Lessons starting on September 8th & 9th.

Two identical classes to choose from. 

Mondays 6pm-7pm OR Tuesdays 6pm-7pm 

Call or email to sign up and secure your spot! 918-791-4426 or info@dadsmusicshop.com


DELAWARE COUNTY COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP

The DCCP hosts Family Resource Center Events twice a month in Grove.

First Monday of the Month: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, At Abundant Hope -124 S Cherokee St, Grove

Third Monday of the Month: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, At Grand Lake YMCA - 821 E 11th St, Grove


FRIENDS OF GRAND LAKE AUDUBON SOCIETY

Saturday, September 13th, 10:30-11:30am, Monthly meeting with fellow Birders!

Location: Grove Community Center, 104 W. 3rd St. Info: www.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 August 28th. All are welcome!

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


GRAND LAKE CASINO

Friday, August 15th - Live Music by Encore 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 16th - Live Music by Wilkie Jay & Tony 9:00 p.m.

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


GRAND LAKE FAMILY YMCA

Enjoy the swimming pool through August 30th.

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 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, ages 19+

Thursday, 21st 3:45-5:00pm Create and Code, ages 9-14

Tuesday, 26th 2:00-4:45pm Senior Switch Bowling 19+

Tuesday, 26th 6:00pm Meet the Author: Charlie Amos, ages 12+

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


GROVE'S ROYAL LIQUOR

Summer Hats, Lake Apparel, Bar Novelties and Glasses, now in stock

Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday and Saturday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

2116 S. Main St. (918)786-4464


HAR-BER VILLAGE MUSEUM

Village Hours: Thursday - Monday 9:00am to 6:30pm

Pioneer Days, September 25 - 27

Education Day, November 7

Santa's Ozark Mountain Village, November 28 & 29, & December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 & 20

Museum and Event information at har-bervillage.com


HIGH WINDS CASINO

Every Tuesday 11am to 9pm, 2 for Tuesday, 2 NY Strip Steak Dinners, $34

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


INDIGO SKY CASINO AND RESORT

Thursday, August 14th - Live Music by Jon Dooly - Rock & Brews 9:00 p.m.

Friday, August 15th - Live Music by GenXers - ECHO 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 16th - Live Music by Dirty Saints - 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. NEW Bill Derrevere jewelry! Come browse! Wonderful gift items and art originals, home decor, more!

Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10am - 5pm ~ 920 S. Main, GROVE, OK ~ 918-786-5780         

**Sign up now for Fiddle Camp, Aug 29, 30 & 31 - All ages, All levels, All instruments!

grandlakefestivals.com


LENDONWOOD GARDEN

September 20, 9 am to 2 pm Fall Plant Sale

October 25, Fall Workday, Help put the Gardens to bed.

December 6, Angel of Hope Remembrance Ceremony.


LIVE BLISS LIFE COACHING

Discover Your Bliss! Explore free virtual sessions, exclusive workshops, and yoga instruction, designed for our members. Virtual Classes.

Join our Monthly Luncheons! Connect, share, & grow. Enjoy meaningful conversations, delicious food, & opportunities to engage with like-minded individuals. Luncheon Info.


MINERVA CANNA

Munchie Monday - 15% off Canna Cafe baked goods & candy

Two For Tuesday - Buy one get one half off Canna Cafe gummies

Hump Day Bouquet - Take an additional 15% off select flower strains.

Thirsty Thursday - 15% off infused drinks.

Fire Friday - Buy one get one half off house 1g pre-rolls

Shatterday (Sat & Sun) - 15% Off Concentrates & Vapes

$3 Minerva Blend Pre-roll Every Day

Veterans - 15% Off 

FREE OMMA Application Processing


PRAIRIE MOON CASINO

Eat & Play ~ Monday-Friday ~ Spend $6 on any meal and get $6 in Eclipse cash.

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


SHANGRI-LA/THE ANCHOR

Thursday, August 14: Karaoke on Doc’s Patio (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Friday, August 15: Ryan Graham performs live at Doc’s Bar & Grill (7:00 p.m.)

Friday, August 15: NFL Preseason Football at The Anchor – Kansas City at Seattle (9:00 p.m.)

Saturday, August 16: Lawn-a-Thon inflatable fun on The Anchor Lawn (11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)

Saturday, August 16: FREE movie night in the Anchor simulator bay – Paddington (6:00 p.m.)

Saturday, August 16: Downbeat performs LIVE at Eddy’s Lakeside Bar (8:00-11:00 p.m.)

Saturday, August 16: NFL Preseason Football at The Anchor – Arizona at Denver (8:30 p.m.)

Sunday, August 17: NFL Preseason Football at The Anchor – Buffalo at Chicago (7:00 p.m.)

Monday, August 18: NFL Preseason Football at The Anchor – Cincinnati at Washington (7:00 p.m.)


SIMPLE SIMONS PIZZA

August's Special Get $3 off any Large Specialty Pizza!

2409 S. Main Street, Grove ~ (918) 801-9001


THE HOTT SPOTT TANNING SALON

August Specials: 15% Off All Products; Bring in a 24 count Crayola Crayons for entry into a giveaway; Buy any 1 month package & get another 1 month package 1/2 Off. (918) 791-0300


THE MONKEY BAR

August Hours: Mon-Thru 3-12pm+, Fri 3pm-2am, Sat 11am-2am, Sun 11am-12pm+

Food Trucks on Fridays and Saturdays 8PM-Close

13th Wednesday Karaoke with Sundown Entertainment 

14th Thursday Drink Specials

15th Friday Karaoke with DJ Kennedy 8:30-1

16th Saturday 9 PM Live music with Magen Faulconer 9-12

17th Sunday Bloody Sunday Bloody Mary and Draft specials

18th Monday Drink Specials

19th Tuesday Drink Specials and Free Pool


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 PM 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

Beginner Sewing – Pillowcases - August 22, 5:30 PM | $25

Barn Quilt – Fall Themed - August 30, 2:00 PM | $65 (includes all materials)

Hello Pumpkin – Kimberbell 1-Day Event - September 20, 10:00 AM | $109

Moo Moos & Mimosas - Make an adorable zipper pouch - September 26, 5:30 PM | $25

Soles & Stitches Spooktacular - October 4, 4:00 PM | $30

Create scrappy shoes or a Halloween punch needle—or BOTH! Costumes prizes awarded!

Barn Quilt – Christmas Themed - November 15, 2:00 PM | $65

4-Day Retreat: September 10–13 | $200

3-Day Retreat: October 9–11 | $150 ~ 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

RIBBON CUTTING

Ironwood Tree Co.

Thursday, August 7th, the Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting for Ironwood Tree Co. Owners, Nick and Amber Durrett, have had this tree service for 1 year. Ironwood Tree Co. can provide tree trimming, tree removal, and stump grinding. They operate a 70' grapple saw crane that can safely remove large trees or limbs from over buildings. No job is too big! The Ironwood Tree Co. team is skilled, safe, and insured, making certain your tree is gone safely, without any damage to you, your lawn, or your property. Contact them at 918-344-0813.

Ambassadors attending the ribbon cutting: Executive Vice President Connie King; Jacob Wallace, Redeemed Digital & Smith Brothers Abstract; Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; cutting the ribbon Amber and Nick Durrett; Sharie Cox, Grove's Royal liquor; Nick Bowers, Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove; and Nancy Morgan, Grand Lake Newcomers Club.

RIBBON CUTTING

GLSW Marketing

The Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a Ribbon Cutting for GLSW Marketing , August 8, 2025. Chief Marketing Officer, Hannah Hart-Brown, spoke to the group about this Full Service Marketing business. They are in their 4th year of operation and have been in this new location, 905 E Third St. in Grove, since June. They are family owned and offer website design, help with your professional on-line presence, assistance in acquiring an INC or LLC, Band Booking Agency, and much more. They will help you realize "What is your WHY" for your business. Contact them for more information at (918) 314-5884 or visit their website www.glswmarketing.com.

Attending the ribbon cutting: Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove; with GLSW Marketing: Jazmine Gillen, cutting the ribbon Hannah Hart-Brown, and Keston Brown; Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; Nick Bowers, Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative; John Sawyer, McLemore Insurance Agency; and Chamber Executive Vice President Connie King.

RSVP to join us for the August 21st Business After Hours 918-786-9079

Call us to get your marketing items in the Welcome Basket. 918-786-9079

Due by August 22nd.

Click here for participating STOPS and Passport Partners: www.groveok.org/grand-lake-adventure-passport

Please join us at our Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament!

Click here for a printable/fillable form: Fall Golf Tournament Form

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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

Tamara Atkins, Orizon Aerostructures

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.

Teresa Poindexter, Keller Williams Realty - Grand Lake

John Sawyer, John Sawyer Insurance

James Sharp, INTEGRIS Grove Hospital

Jacob Wallace, FirsTitle & Smith Brothers Abstract

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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