October 7, 2026

 
 

Dear Chamber Members and Community Partners,


Registrations and sponsorships for the 2026 Shop Grand Lake Holiday Shopping Experience are LIVE! The deadline for participating is October 26th, and we need your business to help make this year our biggest yet.


Our goal is to put 70,000 tickets into the region. With shoppers earning one ticket for every $20 spent at participating Chamber member businesses, that represents $1.4 million in local spending tied to this Chamber program. Reaching that goal takes participation and sponsorships—businesses ready to welcome shoppers and investors who help power the marketing, cash giveaways, and excitement that bring customers through the doors.


Shop Grand Lake promotes more than holiday shopping. Every campaign helps tell the story of Grove and Grand Lake as a place to visit, live, invest, and build a business. As we encourage shoppers to support our merchants, we also introduce potential residents, entrepreneurs, and expanding businesses to the opportunities our region offers.


Business participation begins at the $100 Silver Sponsorship level, making this an accessible investment in your business and our community. Tickets begin November 6th during Christmas Open House Weekend, and now is the time to get involved!


Call the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce at 918-786-9079 to register or discuss sponsorship opportunities before October 26th. Together, we can turn holiday shopping into lasting growth for Grove and Grand Lake.


Don’t forget to RSVP for Thursday’s Chamber Connection Luncheon! We’ll review the latest visitor spending data for Delaware County and see how we compare with other counties and communities across Oklahoma. This valuable information highlights tourism’s impact on our local economy and opportunities for growth. Come join us!


We are already in the game—let’s move forward together!


Have a great week,

~ Amanda

Amanda Davis

President, Grove Area Chamber

amandadavis@groveareachamber.com

918-786-9079

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/.

ABUNDANT HOPE

October 17th, 6-10pm, Movie Night at the Grove Football Field

Concessions and a Food Truck will be available. $25 per vehicle up to 6 people - $5 per person

Proceeds benefit Abundant Hope and Second Chance Pet Rescue.


BUFFALO RUN CASINO & RESORT

Friday, October 9, 6pm ~ Jason Donahew with Jackson Taylor, Texas country music.

Saturday, October 10, 7pm ~ Molly Hatchet with Encore, Legendary Southern Rock

Friday, October 23, 5:30pm ~ LONE JETT & THE BROKENHEARTS with BLONDAGE A high-energy night of punk rock and classic hits.

Saturday, October 24, 8pm ~ Dwarfanators Wrestling, an exciting wrestling spectacle!


CHEROKEE CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Friday, October 9th - Live Music by An Evening of the Rat Pack 918 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 10th - Live Music by Magic J 8:00 p.m.


FRIENDS OF GRAND LAKE AUDUBON SOCIETY

Saturday, October 10th 10:30-11:30am Monthly Meeting at the Community Center, 104 W 3rd. St., Grove. Guest speaker Tom Whipple, "Bird Families".

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 October 22nd. All are welcome!

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


GRAND LAKE CASINO

Friday, October 9th - Live Music by Hollywood Riot 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 10th - Live Music by Borrowed Money 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

Friday, October 9th, 7:30 pm Support The Playmakers and have some fun as well by attending the second in the Around the World Cabarets. All charges will be donations. Adults only $20 per person. Rick DuBois will be creating some new and some familiar drinks. There will be a silent auction and don't forget your Cabaret Passport!


GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY

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

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

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

Tuesday, October 13th 7-8:30pm Sasquatch Encounters, adults & teens

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

Har-Ber Village recently received a grant from the Developmental Disabilities Council of Oklahoma (DDCO) to support a year-long accessibility project. We're partnering with Square Holes, an Oklahoma-based neurodiversity consulting group, to take a close look at our programs, policies, and grounds and to make real changes that help visiting feel more comfortable and welcoming for everyone in our community. We want to know what's working, what's not, and what would make Har-Ber Village a better place for you and the people you visit with. We've put together a short survey (about 8-10 minutes) to gather this feedback. Your honest input, good, bad, or somewhere in between, will directly shape what we do next.

Survey: https://forms.gle/fXFdShuKrfJuikGW9

Thank you for your time and honesty as we work on this together.

October 17, Old Time Gathering and Music Festival

October 14-16, Indigenous Heritage Programming

October 30-31 5:30-8:30pm, Haunted Village

November 6th, Education Day

November 7th, Last Day of the Season with Oklahoma Historical Day

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, Baby Back Ribs 5-10pm $20

Sundays, Meat Pot Pie 11am-9pm $10

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, $11.50


INDIGO SKY CASINO AND RESORT

Thursday, October 8th - Live Music by Jon Dooly - Rock & Brews 9:00 p.m.

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

Saturday, October 10th - Live Music by The Brothers Moore - 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

October 16-17 ~ OLD TIME GATHERING & MUSIC FEST

Oct 16, 6:30-9:30pm - Kick off concert at Snider’s Camp 6:30 pm.

Oct 17, 10am-7:30pm - Live music with 60 musicians all day at Har-Ber Village, with a big Contra Dance Finale!. Admission only $5


LENDONWOOD GARDENS

October 24 & 25 3:30-6:30pm Twilight BOOtanical Trail, enjoy pop-up experiences along a pumpkin-lined trail through the garden. Aimed at children 12 and under

Stop by for a beautiful Fall walk in the gardens.

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


OKLAHOMA BLOOD INSTITUTE

Blood Donors Needed! Friday, October 9th (1:00pm-4:15pm)

Open to public. Walk-ins welcome!

Cornerstone Church - 501 S. Main St. Grove, OK 74344

Click on the link below to schedule your blood donation now.

https://www.yourbloodinstitute.org/.../drive_schedule/691258


PRAIRIE MOON CASINO

Sunday Special 11:30am-2:30pm, Chicken Strip Basket, $8.00

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


SHANGRI-LA/THE ANCHOR

Thursday, October 8: Special Thursday Night Menu at The Summit – Steak & Seafood (4:00-9:00 p.m.)

Thursday, October 8: NFL Football Coverage at The Anchor – Tampa Bay at Dallas (7:15 p.m.)

Friday, October 9: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – Florida State at Louisville (6:00 p.m.)

Friday, October 9: Ryan Graham LIVE at Doc’s Bar & Grill (7:00-10:00 p.m.)

Friday, October 9: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – Iowa State at BYU (9:15 p.m.)

Saturday, October 10: OU-Texas College Football Watch Party at The Anchor – 2:00-6:00 p.m. (2:30 kickoff)

Saturday, October 10: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – UCF at Oklahoma State (Time TBD)

Saturday, October 10: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – Georgia at Alabama (Time TBD)

Sunday, October 11: Last day to drop of winter coats for the “Coats for Kids” Drive (All day at the resort hotel lobby or The Anchor

Sunday, October 11: NFL Football Coverage at The Anchor – Indianapolis at Pittsburgh (12:00 p.m.)

Sunday, October 11: NFL Football Coverage at The Anchor – Chicago at Green Bay (3:30 p.m.)

Sunday, October 11: NFL Football Coverage at The Anchor – Baltimore at Atlanta (7:00 p.m.)

Monday, October 12: NFL Football Coverage at The Anchor – Buffalo at L.A. Rams (7:00 p.m.)


THE FRIENDS OF THE COLEMAN THEATRE

October 10th 7:00pm & 11th 2:30pm, Dennis James Silent Movie: "The Cat & The Canary"

October 17th 7:00pm, Tribute to the King with Rick Cook, the ultimate George Strait tribute artist.

October 18th 2:30pm, Willie Nash - Ray Charles & CO Tribute Show

October 23rd 7:00pm, Chasin' U - Country music star Morgan Wallen tribute band.

November 7th Larry Gatlin & the Nelons "A Life Well Lived" country & gospel music, heartfelt stories, faith, and hope.

November 12th 7:00pm, Gene Watson "14 Carat Mind Tour"

November 14th Joseph Hall presents Elvis

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


THE HOTT SPOTT TANNING SALON

October specials: No Activation Fee for monthly membership; Buy 1 month of Tanning get 25% Off 1 month Red Light or 50% off with auto draft; Refer a new client to get them 20% off 1 month package and you get entered into a giveaway. ~ 1620 S. Main Street Suite 2, Grove, OK ~ 918-791-0300


THE REGATTA - DRIFT ON GRAND

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.


TIPSY QUILTERS

October 16, 5:30pm Tipsy Quilters Boo Bash

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.

November 14, 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.

November 21, 9am-3pm, Kimberbell: Mrs. Claus Bakery $109

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


VITAL HEALTH

MORE ACCESS. MORE OPTIONS. 

Grove: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays + the 1st Saturday of each month

Miami: Monday–Thursday + the last Saturday of each month

Need to be seen? Don’t wait weeks. Check our online schedule for available appointments, including same-day options when available — or give us a call and we’ll help get you in at the location that works best. 918-999-9339

https://vitalhealthok.com/book-appointment/

AMBASSADORS OF THE MONTH

GROVE LEADERSHIP DAY

"Make a Difference"

Leadership Grove’s Make a Difference Day began with Working Genius, a model that identifies six fundamental types of work needed for any project or team to succeed. The class then had the opportunity to learn from several wonderful organizations making a difference in our community. A big thank you to all of our special speakers from Grove Area Chamber of Commerce, Second Chance Pet Rescue, Grove Lower Elementary, The Food Pantry of Grove, Home of Hope, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library/Rotary Club of Grove, and the Grove Citizens Police Academy (GCPAAA).

A huge thank you also goes to BancFirst for sponsoring lunch, catered by Eagles Nest, and to Northeast Tech for allowing us to use their large classroom.

So many people and organizations came together to make the day possible. It truly takes a village!

CHAMBER CONNECTION LUNCHEON

NE Tech Bis ~ October 8th

Call to RSVP 918-786-9079

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

Grounded for Life Wellness

October 15th, 5:30-6:00pm

Start planning your Christmas Open House festivities!

Decide on your special promotion, holiday giveaway, refreshments, and fun activities to make the weekend memorable for shoppers.

SHOP GRAND LAKE

2026 Holiday Shopping Experience

Registration and Sponsorship are open: SGL Sales Packet

LIGHTED CHRISTMAS PARADE

December 12th, 6:00pm

Watch for registration information coming soon.

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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

Incoming Chairman


Steve Williams - Williams Homes

Past Chairman



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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