April 22, 2026

As we move into a new season, there is a renewed sense of energy and excitement across our Chamber and throughout our community. This time of year always brings fresh opportunities, increased visibility, and meaningful connections—and it’s clear that our membership continues to grow stronger because of your involvement and commitment.


One of the most exciting developments is the continued growth of our new guide. With expanded distribution reaching well beyond our immediate area—from Wichita to Fort Smith—we are working intentionally to place your business in front of a broader, highly targeted audience. This is a valuable opportunity to showcase what you offer to visitors, future residents, and fellow businesses.


As a reminder, please be sure to touch base with us by this Friday to secure your ad space in the upcoming guide. With increased demand and expanded reach, we want to make sure every interested member has the opportunity to be included.


We are also excited to share that you should be watching your mailbox this week for a special packet from the Chamber. Inside, you’ll find updates and new partnership opportunities connected to Toes in the Grand—an event that continues to grow and create momentum for our region.


Thank you for your continued investment in the Chamber and in the success of our community. Your engagement is what fuels this growth, and we are proud to work alongside you as we head into another strong season.


We look forward to connecting with you soon.


Enjoy your week!

~ Amanda

Amanda K. Davis

President, Grove Area Chamber of Commerce

amandadavis@groveareachamber.com

918-786-9079

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Wednesday, May 13, 10:00 a.m.

Durango Construction

113 W 3rd Street, 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/.

BANKS & CO

May 9th, 9:30am-2:30pm Two Year Birthday Party, Free gifts, pop up vendors, drinks & snacks, swag bags, discounts & more! 1621 S Broadway, Grove.


CHEROKEE CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Friday, April 24th - Live Music by Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 25th - Live Music by Erin Fitzgibbon Band 8:00 p.m.


CHEROKEE NATION

Thursday, April 23rd, 2-6pm Job, Construction & Resource Fair

Jay Community Center, 429 S 9th Street, Jay ~ 918-453-5555


CITY OF GROVE & GROVE CONVENTION AND TOURISM BUREAU

City Wide Garage Sales May 1st-3rd

Food Truck Friday & GA Creative Alliance Arts Festival, May 1st 5-9pm Downtown Square

City Hall is located at 1201 NEO Loop, 918-786-6107.


FRIENDS OF THE GRAND LAKE AUDUBON SOCIETY

Saturday, May 9th, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Monthly Meeting, Grove Community Center, 104 W 3rd St. “Bird Communication” Speaker: Janna McFarland

www.grandlakebirders.com


GRAND LAKE CASINO

Friday, April 24th - Live Music by Bobby DeGonia 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 25th - Live Music by Bobby DeGonia 9:00 p.m.

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


GRAND LAKE FAMILY YMCA

Registration is open for the YMCA's kids summer program.

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 AMERICAN LEGION POST 178

Coffee Bar is open to everyone Monday-Friday 8am - 12pm. Family friendly Bingo Night every Friday 6pm, Doors open at 4:30 with concession stand for snacks and drinks (no alcohol). Grove American Legion monthly meeting - 2nd Tuesday of the month 6pm

Auxiliary meeting, 2nd Thursday of the month, 1pm

Sons of the American Legion meeting - 3rd Monday of the month 6pm

The Grove American Legion Riders meeting - 4th Monday of the month 6pm

An accredited service officer can help Veterans with their benefit claims - Tuesdays 9am-12pm.

The Lee Cathey Hall, Grove American Legion Post 178 ~ 114 S Broadway ~918-791-3259


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, 9:30-10:30am, SAIL Fitness, adults

Monday, 27th, 3:45-4:45pm Code Club, children 6 to adults

Design a Book Mark contest - enter by Friday the 24th.

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

April 30 - May 1 Farm, Ag Education Days

May 9 Ecology Family Day

May 10 Mothers Day - Craft with Mom

May 25 Memorial Day - Veterans Appreciation Day

June 12-13 American Heritage Music Fest & Grand Lake National Fiddle Contest

4404 W. 20th St. Grove


HIGH WINDS CASINO

Porterhouse Steak Saturdays - Prime grade, 20oz, grilled to lock in every ounce of flavor, loaded baked potato stacked high and a fresh house salad. Saturdays in April 5-10pm, $50

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, April 23rd - Live Music by A&E Music - Rock & Brews 9:00 p.m.

Friday, April 24th - Live Music by Derryl Perry - ECHO 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 25th - Live Music by The Vybes - 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


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.  

Tuesday's Audiobook & Craft Club 6:45-8:00pm ~ Members & non-members welcome!

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 Grilled Cheese & Side, $8.00

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

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


SHANGRI-LA/THE ANCHOR

Thursday, April 23: Exclusive “Southern” Dinner menu and Prime Rib at The Summit (4:00-9:00 p.m.)

Saturday, April 25: Special Prom Dinner Menu at The Summit – available to prom goers only (4:00-8:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 25: Scotch & Cigar Special Dinner at The Summit (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Saturday, April 25: Kid’s Night Out at The Anchor (6:00-9:00 p.m.) ($50)

Sunday, April 26: Prime Rib Special at The Summit (4:00-9:00 p.m.)

Thursday, April 30: Exclusive “BBQ” Dinner menu and Prime Rib at The Summit (4:00-9:00 p.m.)

Saturday, May 2: A Star at Shangri-La: Ian Munsick LIVE | The Battlefield | Doors open at 5 p.m.


THE FRIENDS OF THE COLEMAN THEATRE

April 25,26, May 1-3, MLT Presents "Route 66 Revue"

May 8, Country Music Artist Bryan White

May 9, "Whose Live Anyway" Current cast of "Whose Line is it Anyway?"

May 16-17, Dennis James salutes 100 Years of Route 66

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


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

May 2, 10am Beginner Sewing Class – Pillowcase, Great for new sewists learning the basics.

May 9, 9am – 2pm Kimberbell Mother’s Day – Day at the Spa Event, $109 – Lunch Included

Spend the day stitching, relaxing, and getting pampered!

June 20, 9am - Kimberbell: Patriotic Parade

June 24, 5pm - Beginner Binding Class

June 26, 5 - 8pm Julie’s Book Cover Class (Julie Porter) $25 Create your own book cover using sewing, appliqué & cross stitch techniques

June 27, 10am - Mom & Me Sewing Class (with Deb)

Retreat: May 14–16

Retreat: June 10–13

Retreat: July 9–12 Christmas in July Retreat, Featuring Julie Porter

Retreat: September 10-12 Legit Kit

~ 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

Black Mesa Payments

Thursday, April 16th, Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting for Ross Powell with Black Mesa Payments. Black Mesa Payments is an Oklahoma-based financial technology company with over 20 years of combined experience in the payments industry. Ross, Grove’s local representative, provides on-site, personalized service. The company offers payroll processing, credit card processing, POS solutions, and more. Black Mesa Payments is committed to efficient service and helping businesses save, with no hidden fees. Contact Ross at 918-269-5205.

Ambassadors attending the ribbon cutting: Chamber Executive Vice President Connie King; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove; Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; Cutting the ribbon Ross Powell; Sharie Cox, Grove's Royal liquor; Joyce Churchwell, RE/MAX Grand Lake; and Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank.

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

Shangri La Resort, The Anchor

Business After Hours on April 16th at Shangri-La on Grand Lake Resort was a great evening of networking! Attendees enjoyed delicious snacks, drinks, and the beautiful atmosphere at The Anchor. Shangri-La’s President/CEO, Barry Willingham, shared a few words with the group. Ross Powell, Black Mesa Payments; Nanette Dozier, Cherokee Storage; and Angela Hamilton, Grand River Abstract & Title Co. were all lucking drawing winners. Thank you to the folks at Shangri-La for hosting, and thank you to all that attended!

GREAT AMERICAN CLEAN UP

Keep Oklahoma Clean

Saturday, April 18th, these AMAZING Chamber Members, including Senator Tom Woods, showed up to help clean up our adopted highway! It was windy but everyone worked hard and got it done. Thank you!


GRAND LAKE USA SHOPPING PASS

Summer Shopping Campaign

VACATION & RELOCATION GUIDE SALES

LAST CHANCE! - Sales packet link: 2026-27 Guide

SPRING GOLF TOURNAMENT

SIGN UP NOW! 918-786-9079

A Star at Shangri-La: Ian Munsick LIVE May 2nd!

Rising country music star Ian Munsick is coming to Shangri-La on Saturday, May 2! Get your tickets now, as this event is sure to sell out. VIP and hotel packages available!

Blending Wyoming ranch roots with modern country, Ian Munsick says his goal as an artist has always been to “portray an accurate picture of the real West.” 

Now, you have a chance to see this rising star right here at Shangri-La! Ian is bringing his tour to Monkey Island on Saturday, May 2, and if you want to be here for it, you’d better act fast: Tickets won’t last long.

Event Details

Saturday, May 2 | The Battlefield | Doors open at 5 p.m.

Tickets: General Admission tickets ($60 plus tax and fees) include event entry and access to standard seating areas. VIP tickets ($150 plus tax and fees) include standing-room-only access in the exclusive VIP area (The Battlefield Clubhouse) located closer to the stage, along with access to a private VIP‑only bar and food area.

Hotel Packages: General Admission packages (including two tickets) are $229/night for three-night stays, $249/night for two-night stays. VIP packages (including two VIP tickets) are $299/night for three-night stays, $319/night for two-night stays.

Please note that this show will have a clear bag policy — only clear bags within approved size limits or small clutches permitted.  


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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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