August 5, 2026

 
 

As we look ahead to one of the most exciting weekends of the fall, I encourage every Chamber member to be part of the inaugural Grand Lake Fest Weekend, happening September 11-12. This new regional celebration is designed to showcase everything that makes the Grand Lake area a destination while driving visitors into our businesses and communities.


The weekend begins Friday evening with Food Truck Friday and Cruise Night, followed by a full day of activities on Saturday at Wolf Creek Park. Highlights include the Adventure Cruise for Cash, the Indoor Car Show, the Delaware County Chili Cook-Off, food trucks, vendors, and thousands of dollars in cash giveaways for completed Adventure Cruise Cards. Proceeds from the Adventure Cruise will benefit the Grand Lake Family YMCA Parkinson's Support Group, making this event an opportunity to support an incredible local cause while celebrating our region.


There are still opportunities to get involved. We are currently seeking Friend of the Fest Sponsors, food trucks, vendors, car show participants, and chili cook-off teams. Whether you want to promote your business, compete for cash prizes and bragging rights, or simply help create an unforgettable weekend for our visitors, there is a place for you at Grand Lake Fest.


We invite every Chamber member to join us in making this first-year event a tremendous success. Together, we can create new traditions, strengthen our local economy, and continue showcasing why Grand Lake is one of Oklahoma's premier destinations. To register, become a sponsor, or learn more, contact the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce at 918-786-9079 or visit www.groveok.org. We look forward to celebrating with you this September!

~ Amanda

Amanda Davis

President, Grove Area Chamber

amandadavis@groveareachamber.com

918-786-9079

RIBBON CUTTINGS

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

Circle of Life

Chamber Office, Grove

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 7th - Live Music by Zach Glover & Vintage 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 8th - Live Music by Travis Kidd 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.

Saturday, September 12th, 11:30-1:30 2nd Year Anniversary Potluck at Har-Ber Village Museum

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 August 27th. All are welcome!

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


GRAND LAKE CASINO

Friday, August 7th - Live Music by Blues Doctors 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 8th - Live Music by Jake Karlik Band 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. - Biking for Parkinson's - free to members & non-members.

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


GROVE COMMUNITY PLAYMAKERS

"Around the World" Cabaret - Cocktails, Live Auction, and Passports!

#1 August 7th, 7:30 Vibrant flavors of Latin America

#2 September 4th, Europe with a brief touchdown in Africa

#3 October 9th, Asia Pacific

#4 November 9th, North America and the Caribbean

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


GROVE CONVENTION & TOURISM

Food Truck Friday Back to School Rally - August 7th, 5-9pm, Downtown 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

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, Blackened NY Strip 5-10pm $20 and Sunday, Chicken Noodle Soup 11am-9pm $8

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, August 6th - Live Music by Brett & Terri - Rock & Brews 9:00 p.m.

Friday, August 7th - Live Music by Chris Hyde - ECHO 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 8th - Live Music by Damsel - 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

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.  

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, Pulled Pork Nachos, $8.00

Tuesday & Wednesday Special, BLT & Side, $9.00

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


SHANGRI-LA/THE ANCHOR

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

Thursday, August 6: NFL Preseason Coverage at The Anchor – Hall of Fame Game – Carolina vs. Arizona (7:00 p.m.)

Friday, August 7: Gavin Tucker LIVE at Doc’s Bar & Grill (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Friday, August 7: Terry Jordan LIVE at The Summit (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Saturday, August 8: DJ Entertainment poolside (11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)

Saturday, August 8: Terry Jordan LIVE at The Summit (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Saturday, August 8: Dillon Leggett Band LIVE at Eddy’s Lakeside Bar (8:00-11:00 p.m.)

Saturday, August 8: SINGO Fun at The Anchor (8:30-10:00 p.m.)

Thursday, August 13: NFL Preseason Coverage at The Anchor – Green Bay at Pittsburgh (6pm)


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

August specials: 15% off Body Washes & SPF Products and 30% off All One Month Packages

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 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

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.

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

RIBBON CUTTING

What Goes Around Comes Around Vintage Market

Friday, July 31st, the Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting for What Goes Around Comes Around Vintage Market at 538 W. 3rd St. Grove (previously Cheapo Depo). Sissy and Wesley Forgey began their flea market business 15 years ago in a small store in Afton. As their business continued to grow, they expanded to several locations before settling into the location north of Sailboat Bridge on Highway 59. The opportunity arose to open the new Vintage Market, while continuing to operate the flea market. In just 48 days, they transformed the space, filled it with vendors, and opened the doors. Be sure to stop by - you never know what treasures you'll find!

Attending the ribbon cutting: Jean Salazar, John Casey, Lori Neal, Trish Casey, Darlene Roberts, Vintage Market; Chamber Executive Vice President Connie King; Steve Shaffer, Vintage Market; Miss Grand Lake Teen Jayla Patton; Julie Pace, Grand Lake Real Estate Professionals; Sissy Forgey, Pam Trento, Vintage Market; cutting the ribbon Kailey Forgey & Wesley Forgey; Jamey Olson, Solid Rock Realtors, Jennifer Olson, Grounded for Life, Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; Arla Freiberger, Mary Ellen Porter, Beverly Helms, Katherine Aggus, Grand Lake Newcomers; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove, Wanda Christ, Mark Lee Shelter Insurance; Chamber President Amanda Davis; and Mark Helt, Commercial Bank. 

RIBBON CUTTING

Home of Hope

Friday, July 13st, the Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting for Home of Hope at their Centsible Spending store in Grove. Hope of Hope is a 501C3 organization that provides support for over 250 men and women with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Northeast Oklahoma. The organization provides quality-of-life programs and services, including opportunities for clients to participate in Special Olympics. They operate six "Centsible Spending" stores throughout the area, creating meaningful employment opportunities for clients while generating financial support for the organization's programs.

If you are looking for a great place to volunteer, this it it. You can contact them at their main office, 226 W Dwain Willis Ave., in Vinita or 918-236-1812.

Attending the Ribbon cutting: Julie Pace, Grand Lake Real Estate Professionals; Kathy Hopper, Chamber Executive Vice President Connie King; Tyson; Cheryl Harding; Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; Mary Chewey & Ralph Richardson, Home of Hope; Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; Katherine Aggus, Grand Lake Newcomers; Mary Chewey, Home of Hope; Jamey Olson, Solid Rock Realtors; cutting the ribbon Tim Dumas; Jennifer Olson, Grounded for Life Wellness; Chelsea Bell, Rick Davis, Home of Hope; Mary Ellen Porter, Grand Lake Newcomers; Kasi Kennedy & Tim Wolfe, Home of Hope; Chamber President Amanda Davis; and Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove.

CONNECTION LUNCHEON

PSO Energy Efficiency & Consumer Programs

August 13th

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

Good Shepherd Hospice

August 20th

GRAND LAKE FEST

September 11th & 12th

Register on our website to participate in the Car Show or Chili Cookoff, or to sponsor the event: groveok.org/community-calendar or give us a call at 918-786-9079.

MERCHANTS' FALL OPEN HOUSE

Grand Lake Fest

ANNUAL GACC GOLF TOURNAMENT

Patricia Island Country Club

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

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