July 30, 2025

August is right around the corner! What a month we have experienced in July. It’s been an incredible summer for the region, and we are grateful for the continued support of the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce.


Congratulations to the award winners at the Chamber Awards Gala. It was a special night of amazing celebrations as we recognized businesses, organizations, and individuals that have made a difference in our community this past year. Together everyone made an impact, and we had so much to celebrate. What a night!

 

We have great opportunities for you to get your employees and businesses more involved in the program of work for the Chamber. Nominations for Leadership Grove are open, and the class will fill up quickly. This is a powerful leadership program, and your business will benefit from having participants. If you have any questions, please contact our team at 918-786-9079.


Be sure to come out this Friday for the final food truck event and help the CTB and City of Grove celebrate a great summer! They will be recognizing Grove Athletic Teams. Wear red and cheer loud!


Make it a great week,

~ Amanda

Amanda K. Davis

President, Grove Area Chamber of Commerce

amandadavis@groveareachamber.com

918-786-9079

WELCOME ABOARD


Ironwood Tree Co.

Serving the Grand Lake Area

918-344-0813

ironwoodtreeco.com

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Friday, August 1st, 10:00 a.m.

Joe Hudson's Collision Center

1105 N 3rd Street, Grove


Friday, August 1, 10:30 a.m.

In Home 2 Heal

311 S Grand Street, Chamber Office


Thursday, August 7, 10:00 a.m.

Ironwood Tree Co.

311 S Grand Street, Chamber Office


Friday, August 8, 10:00 a.m.

Grand Lake Smart Wiring

5548 US Hwy 59, Grove


Friday, August 8, 10:30 a.m.

GLSW Marketing

5548 US Hwy 59, 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/.

BRUSH AND PALETTE ART GALLERY

Tuesday, August 12th from 6-8pm, Acrylic Paint Party- Covered Bridge, $30 for adults, $20 for students, includes all supplies. Classes are open to the public.

Stop by the Gallery at 18 W 4th Street in Grove to sign up or call (918) 786-9698.

Gallery Hours are Wednesday 1-5pm and Thursday through Saturday from 10am-4pm.


CHEROKEE CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Friday, August 1st - Live Music by The Swade Diablos 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 2nd - Live Music by Erin Fitzgibbon 8:00 p.m.


CINEMA 7 OF GROVE

Now showing: Jurassic World Rebirth, Superman, Smurfs, The Fantastic Four: First Steps

Coming soon: Freakier Friday, The Naked Gun, The Bad Guys 2

For MORE movies & show times: centercinemas.com


COLEMAN THEATRE

August 9th, 7pm, Bob Wills' Texas Playboys

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

For Information and tickets visit their website: thecolemantheatre.org


DELAWARE COUNTY COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP

Friday, August 1st, 3-6pm, Community Baby Shower honoring Delaware County Families, at Jay Community Center, 429 S 9th Street in Jay. Families will receive FREE Baby supplies whiles supplies last. Donations, door prizes, and new baby items for this event can be dropped off at the Grove or Jay Public Libraries.

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, August 9th, 10:30-11:30am, Monthly meeting with fellow Birders!

Guest speaker Amanda Markey, Park Ranger at Bernice State Park.

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 1st - Live Music by Jeff Tatum & Palomino Moon 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 2nd - Live Music by 3D 8:00 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 PLAYMAKERS THEATRE

Grove Playmakers Theatre Presents "Savannah Sipping Society"!

Performance dates are July 31st, & August 1st at 7:30pm, Sunday August 3rd at 2:00pm

Ticket prices are $8 for students and $15 for adults.

It all takes place in Savannah where four unique women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate, and an impromptu happy hour. Drinks and the confessions of dissatisfaction in their lives lead to laughter, misadventures, and the help of a life-coach. They discover lasting friendships and a renewed determination to live in the moment. Most importantly, they realize it's never too late to make new, old friends.

Reservations may be made by emailing groveplaymakers@yahoo.com, or leave a voicemail at (918) 786 8950: a volunteer will contact you to confirm your reservation.

Check out the website, playmakersofgrove.com.


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+

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:00am, SAIL Fitness, ages 19+

Last day of the Summer Reading Challenge ~ August 2nd!

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


GROVE'S ROYAL LIQUOR

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

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, July 31st - Live Music by Morgan Rohr 9:00 p.m.

Friday, August 1st - Live Music by Dino D and the D Train Band 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 2nd - Live Music by Dino D and the D Train Band 9:00 p.m.


JANA JAE'S GALLERY SOUTHWEST

Unique gifts for everyone! We have treasures to share! 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 jewelry! Come browse! Wonderful gift items and art originals, home decor, more! Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am-5 pm ~ 920 S. Main, Grove, OK ~ 918-786-5780


LIVE BLISS LIFE COACHING

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

Join weekly book club where meaningful discussions & community come together: Book Club. 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, July 31: Karaoke on Doc’s Patio (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Thursday, July 31: NFL Hall of Fame Game coverage at The Anchor – L.A. Chargers at Detroit (7:00 p.m.)

Friday, August 1: Lawn-a-Thon inflatable fun on The Anchor Lawn (11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)

Friday, August 1: Colin Babb performs live at Doc’s Bar & Grill (7:00 p.m.)

Saturday, August 2: Lawn-a-Thon inflatable fun on The Anchor Lawn (11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)

Saturday, August 2: FREE movie night in the Anchor simulator bay – Spy Kids (6:00 p.m.)

Saturday, August 2: The Fabulous 2-Man Band LIVE at Eddy’s Lakeside Bar (8:00-11:00 p.m.)

Thursday, August 7: Karaoke on Doc’s Patio (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Thursday, August 7: NFL Preseason Football coverage at The Anchor – Indianapolis at Baltimore (6:00 p.m.)


SIMPLE SIMONS PIZZA

July's Special features an Original Calizone and your choice of breadsticks for $17.76!

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


THE HOTT SPOTT TANNING SALON

July Specials: Red Light Sessions Buy 2 Get 1 Free, 10% Off Outdoor Lotions, Designer Skin Products Sale, and enter for a 2 Year Anniversary Giveaway! (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

1st Friday Karaoke with DJ Kennedy 8:30-1

2nd Saturday 9 PM Live music with Tedford 9-12

3rd Sunday Bloody Sunday Bloody Mary and Draft specials 

4th Monday Drink Specials

5th Tuesday Drink Specials and Free Pool

6th Wednesday Music Bingo with Sundown Entertainment 


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 Quilt Block Class #4 - August 1, 5:30 PM | $25

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

3-Day Retreat: August 7–9 | $150

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

Reliable Ice

The Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a Ribbon Cutting for Reliable Ice - Grand Lake a mobile ice delivery service. Cale and Megan Kopatz, and their children Addison and Cason, have acquired this delivery truck to upscale the service of their Twice the Ice (and water) vending machine located on Monkey Island. The machine makes 16lb bags of ice at $3.00 each. The truck can hold 7000lbs of ice and is available to deliver throughout the Grand Lake area. They also have 2 trailers, each with a 7000lb capacity, that are available for your next event. Contact them at (918) 888-0649.

Attending the ribbon cutting: Executive Vice President Connie King; John Sawyer, John Sawyer Insurance ; Nancy Morgan, Grand Lake Newcomers Club; Cutting the ribbon Cale, Cason, Megan, and Addison Kopatz; Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove; and Jennifer Olson, Grounded for Life.

RIBBON CUTTING

No Limits Aerial

Thursday, July 25th, the Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting for No Limits Aerial Imaging. Trevor Crossland, a licensed drone pilot, relocated to this area from Fort Scott about 3 months ago. He said of his drone imaging service, "I'm getting it off the ground" and servicing the Grand Lake area with Real Estate photos, Home/Construction Imaging, 1st person imaging, and more. Contact him at (620) 768-9439 to schedule your next photoshoot.

Attending the ribbon cutting: Chamber Executive Vice President Connie King; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove; Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; Julie Pace Broker Owner at Grand Lake Real Estate Professionals; Lila Sherman; Cutting the ribbon Trevor Crossland; Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; John Sawyer, John Sawyer Insurance /McLemore Insurance Agency; and Jennifer Olson, Grounded for Life Wellness.

RIBBON CUTTING

Webb+Winkelman Insurance Co.

A Grove Area Chamber Ambassador ribbon cutting was held for Webb + Winkelman Insurance Co. today, Friday, July 25th. Webb Insurance Agency has been serving the Grove area for 13 years. Owners, Christie and Randy Webb have partnered ownership with 10 year employee Marrissa Winkelman, and have rebranded as Webb+ Winkelman Insurance Co. They have grown the business together and recently expanded and remodeled the office as well.

Ambassadors attending the ribbon cutting: Chamber Executive Vice President Connie King; Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove; Chris Winkelman; Cutting the ribbon, Marrissa Winkelman; Christie Webb; Randy Webb; Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; Julie Pace Broker Owner at Grand Lake Real Estate Professionals; and Jennifer Olson, Grounded for Life Wellness.

The Grove Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the 2025-2026 Leadership Grove Program will begin in mid-September.

Leadership Grove is comprised of 10 sessions that deal with community issues, needs, and opportunities. Graduates of Leadership Grove will come out with a new knowledge of how our community functions as well as some of the wonderful things that that our community has to offer. 

Click here for the Nomination Form: Nomination Form

Please return by Friday, August 8. The selection committee will choose no more than 20 individuals from the nominations received. We are very excited to begin the new sessions and look forward to meeting with our next Leadership group.

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

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

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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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