October 8, 2025

It’s October and time to start thinking about Christmas at Grand Lake! You should have received your packet for Shop Grand Lake and we are seeking sponsorships and participants. We printed 50,000 tickets in 2024 and want to double that amount for 2025. If you have more questions or need further details, the information is in the newsletter. Come join us!


Mark your calendar for October 31st for our open house at the new Chamber office. We will have refreshments from 10am to 1pm and will be celebrating Halloween in Christmas style as we prepare to kick off the holiday shopping season in early November. You can register for door prizes at the open house. 


Be sure to check out the Chamber event calendar at www.groveok.org and stay connected with the many activities taking place. It’s a busy and exciting time of the year! 


Make it a great week,

~ Amanda

Amanda K. Davis

President, Grove Area Chamber of Commerce

amandadavis@groveareachamber.com

918-786-9079

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Friday, October 17, 10:00 a.m.

Diamond Shine Home Care LLC

311 S Grand, Chamber Office



Friday, October 24, 10:00 a.m.

Grandwood Assisted Living

2001 Sunrise Blvd., Grove


Friday, October 24, 10:30 a.m.

Jordan Motography

963 N 16th St, Wolf Creek Park


Thursday, October 30, 10:30 a.m.

Fire & Ice/Grove Fireplace & Stoves

4601 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/.

ABUNDANT HOPE FAMILY CENTER

October 21st, 6pm, A Promise of Hope Banquet at Legacy Event Center, to help support Families in need, Foster care, and Pregnancy! Tickets & Sponsorship: https://event.auctria.com


AMERICAN MEDIA/AMI RADIO & MARKETING GROUP

American Media/AMI Radio & Marketing Group invites you to attend a FREE "Expanding Your Branding" seminar October 14th-16th. Learn how to affordably promote your business and job openings utilizing radio, digital ad campaigns, targeted TV, social media and more! To RSVP go to amiradiogroup.com .


BRUSH & PALETTE ART GALLERY

Saturday, October 11th, 1-3pm, Acrylic Paint Party "Halloween Pumpkin"

Tuesday, October 14th, 6-8pm, Acrylic Paint Party "Pumpkins"

November 7-8th 10am-4pm Holiday Open House & Bake Sale!

Tuesday, November 11th, 6:00-8:00pm, Acrylic Paint Party "Lantern"

Saturday, November 15th, 1-3pm Christmas Alcohol Ink Class

For more information and to register call 9186-786-9698 or stop by 18 W 4th Street, Grove.


CHEROKEE CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Friday, October 10th - Live Music by The Swade Diablos 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 11th - Live Music by Erin Fitzgibbon 8:00 p.m.


CINEMA 7 OF GROVE

Now showing: Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie, One Battle After Another, The Conjuring: Last Rites, One Battle After Another, The Smashing Machine

Coming Soon: TRON: Ares, Roofman

For MORE movies & show times: centercinemas.com


COLEMAN THEATRE

October 11 & 12, 2:30pm Dennis James on the Mighty Wurlitzer with “100 Years of Cinema”: "The Lost World"

October 17th, 7:00pm William Lee Martin: THE FUNNY LIFE TOUR

October 24th, 8:00pm Zach Rushing

For Information and tickets visit their website: thecolemantheatre.org


COMMUNITY CRISIS CENTER

Saturday, October 18th, 6-9pm, Caring Hands Gala: A Purple Affair! at Downstream Casino.

The event raises critical funds to support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking across our region. Tickets and information: kelsey@getmeout.org, 918-540-2275 or https://getmeout.org/caring-hands.html


DELAWARE COUNTY COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP

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

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

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


FERRA AEROSPACE

Ferra Aerospace is Growing — and We’re Hiring CNC Machine Operators!

Ferra Aerospace is expanding in a big way — and at the heart of it all are our CNC Machinists.

If you’re skilled in precision machining or ready to level up your career, this is your moment. Ferra Aerospace is a global Aerospace, Defense and Space company specializing in manufacturing complex systems for strategic platforms. 

Why CNC Machinists Choose Ferra:

-Brand-new CNC machines with cutting-edge tech

-Clean, climate-controlled facility

-Competitive pay and full benefits

-Career growth opportunities

-A team that values craftsmanship, accuracy, and pride in every part

Whether you're a seasoned machinist or just starting out, we’re looking for people who:

-Know their way around mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines

-Understand tight tolerances and aerospace-grade quality

-Take pride in doing things right the first time

Other roles available too: As part of our expansion, we’re also hiring Quality Inspectors, Assembly Techs, and Warehouse Clerks.

~Apply today: Careers | Ferra Aerospace


FRIENDS OF GRAND LAKE AUDUBON SOCIETY

Monthly meeting, Saturday, October 11th, 10:30-11:30am

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 October 23rd. All are welcome!

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


GRAND LAKE CASINO

Friday, October 10th - Live Music by Jeff Tatum & Palomino Moon 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 11th- Live Music by Lynee Warren Gowdy 9:00 p.m.

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


GRAND LAKE FAMILY YMCA

-Join us for an unforgettable luncheon with Lori Fullbright, longtime crime reporter and Emmy-winning anchor for Tulsa’s News on 6. All proceeds go to the YMCA’s Annual Campaign—helping kids grow, learn, and thrive! Tuesday, October 28, Doors open at 12:00pm | Lunch served at 12:30pm | Program at 1:00pm, Church on the Hill (1005 Leisure Rd, Grove, OK)

Tickets: $30. Available at the YMCA or email debbie@tristatefamilyymca.org.

-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+

Tuesdays, 10am & Fridays 11:15am SAIL Exercise, ages 19+

Tuesday, 21st, 2pm Senior Switch Bowling, ages 19+

Thursday, 9th, 4pm Grove Fire Dept. Fire Safety, Family Storytime, all ages

Thursday, 16th, 1-3pm Spooky Guided Painting Class, ages 6-11

Friday, 17th, 5-7pm HP LUMOS LIBRARY Family Fun Event all ages

Monday, 20th, 1-4pm Create & Code Workshop ages 9-14

Wednesday, 28th, 3:45pm Pop in for Popcorn & Legos! Monster Fun! ages 2-11

Thursday, 30th, 5-7pm Zombie Library Takeover! ages 12-18

Friday, 31st, 9am-5pm Stop by to Trick or Treat!

*Downtown StoryWalk* 14th-16th

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


GROVE'S ROYAL LIQUOR

Did you know; the first Friday of every month, All Wine, All Day is 10% off at Grove's Royal Liquor! This is to support First Friday Wine Share of Grove, visit their FB page to learn more.

Did you know; Grove's Royal Liquor has our own FB page where we announce new products that arrive, items that are On Sale, what's coming up for our FREE tastings every Friday from 4pm-6pm, special events we are having, share recipes, etc.

Did you know; not only do we have liquor, beer, wine, but Grove's Royal Liquor also has drink mixers, garnishments, jewelry, clothes, purses, barware, home decor items, bulk ice, in-store ATM, and other fun stuff!

Did you know; it is illegal for any liquor store in Delaware County to be open on Sundays? In Oklahoma it is a County by County vote and it has never been presented on a ballot for Delaware County to vote on.

Did you know; if an alcohol item is packaged with a gift item, that item has to FREE. The price of the alcohol cannot be increased if a gift item is included in the box.

Did you know; Grove's Royal Liquor will special order anything you need that we don't carry in-house. There is no special order fee or minimum purchase requirement to place a special order.

Did you know; We are here to serve you! Grove's Royal Liquor at 2116 S. Main Street.

Open Monday-Saturday, 8am-10pm.


HAR-BER VILLAGE MUSEUM

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

Ghost Hunt ~ Midwest Mystery Tour - Friday or Saturday, October 10,11 8pm-2am

Old-Time Gathering & Music Festival - October 18th, 10am-9pm

Persnickety, the Sequel - October 23, 24, 28 at 7pm, and October 26 at 2pm

Education Day, November 7th

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

Friday, October 10th - Live Music by Steel Roses - ECHO 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 11th - Live Music by Encore - ECHO 9:00 p.m.

Sunday, October 12th - Live Music by Erin Fitzgibbon - ECHO 11:00 a.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

Jana Jae's Old-Time Gathering & Music Festival - October 17th, 6-9pm at Snider's Camp and

October 18th, 10am-9pm at Har-Ber Village. info at www.grandlakefestivals.com/OldTime.htm


LENDONWOOD GARDEN

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

December 6, Angel of Hope Remembrance Ceremony.

1308 West 13th St., Grove. https://lendonwood.com


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. Click here for Event Information.


MALONE'S C&C MACHINING

Malones CNC Machining, Inc is growing and looking for the right individuals to join their team in Grove, OK. They offer highly competitive wages and a great family working environment along with an excellent benefit package. If you have the skills or know someone that does, please find our job postings on indeed to apply or email your resume to essexhrconsulting@yahoo.com

Current open positions:

Inspection Supervisor

Machining Supervisor

Quality Receiving Inspector

Experienced CNC Machinist

Skilled Sheetmetal Fabricator

Quality Control Technician

Check out: https://malonescnc.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/Malonescncmachining/


MCCORKLE FAMILY FARMS

October 25 & 26, Santa's Farm Fest and Craft Fair, 65692 E 280 Rd. Grove.


MEND YOGABAR

Grand Lake’s only hot yoga studio. Classes for all levels—gentle Yin to the Mend Method.

Drop-in $15 • First class FREE with Grove Chamber mention.  

Tuesdays in October, Audiobook & Craft Club (Project Hail Mary) 6:45-8:00pm -Members and non-members welcome! 

4707 Hwy 59 N, Grove, (918) 904-4611

Check out the class and event schedule at Mendyogabar.com!


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


NEVERMORE BOOKS

Saturday, October 11th, Bookish Masquerade Ball at Har-Ber Village, 7-10pm, Stop by the book store at 6 E 3rd St. for information and tickets or email NevermorebooksOK@gmail.com.

Fridays 3-7pm stop in to play Magic the Gathering.


PRAIRIE MOON CASINO

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

Senior Day Now on Sundays, make it a DOUBLE PLAY! Earn 10 points & get $10 Eclipse Cash! Then enjoy our Sunday Lunch Special for only $7.99! French Dip Sandwich

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


SHANGRI-LA/THE ANCHOR

Wednesday, October 8: The Anchor closes at 8:30 p.m. for a Private Event

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

Thursday, October 9: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – Philadelphia at N.Y. Giants (7:15 p.m.)

Friday, October 10: Gavin Tucker performs live at Doc’s Bar & Grill (7:00 p.m.)

Saturday, October 11: College Football Coverage at The Anchor - OU/Texas Watch Party (2pm)

Saturday, October 11: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – Houston at OSU (Time TBD)

Saturday, October 11: Kid’s Night Out at The Anchor (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Saturday, October 11: Drive-In Movie on The Anchor Lawn – Casper (7:00 p.m.)

Sunday, October 12: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – Dallas at Carolina (12:00 p.m.)

Sunday, October 12: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – San Francisco at Tampa Bay (12:00 p.m.)

Sunday, October 12: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – New England at New Orleans (3:30 p.m.)

Sunday, October 12: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – Detroit at Kansas City (7:15 p.m.)

Monday, October 13: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – Buffalo at Atlanta (6:15 p.m.)

Monday, October 13: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – Chicago at Washington (7:15 p.m.)

Tuesday, October 14: The Anchor closes at 8:30 p.m. for a Private Event


THE MONKEY BAR

8th Wednesday Karaoke with Sundown Entertainment 

9th Thursdays Drink Specials

10th Friday Karaoke with Sundown Entertainment 8:30-1

11th Saturday TBD

12th Sunday OPEN JAM with Becky Sparkman (2nd Sunday every month)

13th Monday Drink Specials

14th 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 6:00pm for Trivia Night! Each month, Boom donates 10% of all Trivia Night sales to a selected local organization. Follow @boomongrand for more details.


THIRD STREET WELLNESS

October 10-11 "The Nature of Healing: An Integrative Medicine Symposium" hosted at Shangri La Resort. For Information and tickets: www.thirdstreetwellness.com tickets


TIME AFTER TIME ANTIQUE MALL

Saturday, October 18th, 9am-3pm, Fall Outdoor Market. 57100 US 59 N, Fairland.


TIPSY QUILTERS

November 12, 5:30pm $25 Beginner Quilt Block Class

November 21, 3–8pm & November 22, 9–4pm $179 Kimberbell Comfort & Joy Embroidery Event

Dinner Friday, lunch Saturday. Festive fun you don’t want to miss!

December 6, 2pm $65 Holiday Barn Quilt Class, includes all materials.

3-Day Retreat: October 9–11 | $150

4-Day Retreat: November 5–8 | $200

3-Day Retreat: December 11–13 | $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


WHITE BUFFALO LODGE

October 17-19 Fall Weekend Retreat - Two Nights in Glamping Tipi included.

Nutritional Consultation, Yoga, Massage, Sweat Lodge, Sourdough Bread Making Class, and SO MUCH MORE! For more information and tickets: Fall Retreat


WORLEY-LUGINBUEL FUNERAL HOME/SECOND CHANCE FUNDRAISER

Saturday, October 11th, 10am-? "Papa Dale's" Car Wash Fundraiser at Worley-Luginbuel, 711 S Main St., benefiting Second Chance Thrift Shop and Pet Rescue. Donations accepted.

RIBBON CUTTING

BANKS & CO

The Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a Ribbon Cutting October 3rd for banks & co., a new boutique at 1621 S Broadway! This great new shop's focus is "fashion and comfort for all sizes". They can also create custom shirts for your fun event or your business. Owner, Sloan Dwyer, has been working in retail for 10 years and is over the moon about having a storefront to support her online shop! Shop hours are Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 9:30-5:30; Thu 9:30-6:30, and Sat 9:30-2:30. We're excited and thankful to have Sloan get involved with the Grove Area Chamber!

Attending the Ribbon Cutting: Chamber Executive Vice President Connie King; Becca Austin; Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; Deanne Gesell & Kenadie Roach, Webb + Winkelman Insurance Co.; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove; Sharie Cox, Grove's Royal liquor; Marrissa Winkelman, Webb+ Winkelman Insurance Co; Rich Radke, Carpet Direct ; Derek Dwyer; John Sawyer, John Sawyer Insurance ; Stephanie Dwyer; cutting the ribbon, Sloan Dwyer; Erik Swanwick; Sammy Swanwick; Jordan Swanwick; Nancy Morgan, Grand Lake Newcomers Club; and Chamber President Amanda Davis.

Let us know if you would like to have a FREE promotion on the Christmas Open House flyer - info@groveareachamber.com or 918-786-9079

RSVP Oct. 30th Business After Hours 918-786-9079 or info@groveareachamber.com

Contact the Grove Area Chamber to participate in the Job & Career Fair!

Stop by the Grove Area Chamber for a Halloween Open House

Oct. 31, 10am-1pm!

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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

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