December 17, 2025

“May you never be too grown up to search the skies on Christmas Eve.” — Unknown


As we move through the holiday season, we want to extend our gratitude to our members for an incredible year of support in 2025. Your commitment to shopping locally, doing business locally, and supporting one another continues to make a meaningful impact on our community. Every dollar spent close to home strengthens our businesses, supports local jobs, and helps keep Grove and Grand Lake vibrant during this special time of year.


We are also deeply grateful to everyone who participated in and supported the Lighted Christmas Parade. It was a wonderful celebration of community spirit and holiday cheer, and a reminder of what makes this area such a special place to call home. Events like these showcase the pride, creativity, and collaboration that define our community.


As we look ahead to 2026, we are energized and optimistic about what lies ahead. Together, we will continue moving the needle forward—supporting growth, strengthening our workforce, and building a more prosperous future for Grove and Grand Lake. The Chamber remains strong because of you, and your engagement and leadership give us great confidence for the year to come.


We encourage you to find an area where you can serve and consider joining a Chamber committee as we charge forward in the new year. Your involvement helps ensure Grand Lake and Grove remain great places to live, work, invest, and visit.


From all of us at the Chamber, thank you for your continued support. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. We look forward to serving alongside you in 2026.

~ Amanda

Amanda K. Davis

President, Grove Area Chamber of Commerce

amandadavis@groveareachamber.com

918-786-9079

WELCOME ABOARD

Mind Hike Coach

Rachael Van Horn

Grove, OK 74344

580-331-2792

www.mindhikecoach.com

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Thursday, January 8, 10:00 a.m.

Mind Hike Coach

Chamber Office, 311 S Grand

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/.

CHEROKEE CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Friday, December 19th - Mixed Tape 918 - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 20th - TBD - 8:00 p.m.


CINEMA 7 OF GROVE

Now Showing: Now You See Me: Now You Don't, Wicked: For Good, Zootopia 2, Five Nights at Freddy's 2, Eternity, How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Coming Soon: David, The SpongeBob Movie, Avatar: Fire and Ash

For MORE movies & show times: centercinemas.com


DADS MUSIC SHOP

Dad's 12 Days of Christmas Sale! Check their FB page for each day's deal!

~ or stop by 13 E 7th Street in Grove. 918-791-4426


FRIENDS OF GRAND LAKE AUDUBON SOCIETY

January 3rd Christmas Bird Count ~ contact mcfarland-janamcf@gmail.com for information.

Next monthly meeting Saturday, February 14th, 10:30-11:30am at Grove Community Center.

For more society information: www.grandlakebirders.com


GRAND LAKE CASINO

Friday, December 19th - Live Music by Swade Diablos 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 20th - Live Music by Big Smitty 9:00 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. 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, 19th, 10:30am Movers & Shakers, ages 0-5

1st Wednesday each month, 2:00pm Book Chat, ages 19+

Thursday, 18th, 10:00am Tai Chi ages 19+

Friday, 19th, 3-5pm Cocoa & Craft Drop in, all ages

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

Santa's Ozark Mountain Village, December 19, & 20, 5:30-8:00pm

Enjoy an evening holiday experience with over 800,000 lights, live music, cocoa & cookies, wine tasting, Santa, Shopping, living history demonstrations, and lots of memory making!

Museum and Event information at har-bervillage.com


HIGH WINDS CASINO

Fish Fry Fridays, All-You-Can-Eat Catfish & Sides 11am-10pm, $9.50

Saturdays in December - Prime Rib Night $20 5-10pm Dine in only


INDIGO SKY CASINO AND RESORT

Thursday, December 18th - Live Music by Chris Hyde - Rock & Brews 9:00 p.m.

Friday, December 19th - Live Music by Dino D and the D Train Band - ECHO 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 20th - Live Music by Dino D and the D Train Band - ECHO 9:00 p.m.

Sunday, December 21st - Live Music by Travis Kidd - ECHO 1:00 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. 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


LIVE BLISS LIFE COACHING

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

Connect, share, & grow. Click here for the schedule and upcoming Event Information.


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.  

Tuesday's Audiobook (Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus) & Craft Club 6:45-8:00pm Members & 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


PRAIRIE MOON CASINO

Sunday Lunch Special 11:30am-2:30pm - Smokehouse Burger with choice of side for only $7.99

Every Tuesday and Wednesday in December-$French Dip with a choice of side for only $8.99

Monday, December 8th, is Employee Appreciation Day! The casino will be closed at 5:00 pm to allow employees to attend the Appreciation Party!

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


SERVICE SOLUTIONS

Be prepared for winter! Call 918-542-7797 for pre-treatment, SNOW removal, and ice management. Check out all of the services they provide at servicesolutionsincorporated.com


SHANGRI-LA/THE ANCHOR

Wednesday, Dec. 17: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – Cure Bowl (4:00 p.m.)

Wednesday, Dec. 17: NBA Basketball Coverage at The Anchor – L.A. Clippers at OKC Thunder (7:00 p.m.)

Wednesday, Dec. 17: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – Ventures Bowl (7:30 p.m.)

Thursday, Dec. 18: NFL Football Coverage at The Anchor – L.A. Rams at Seattle (7:15 p.m.)

Friday, Dec. 19: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – Myrtle Beach Bowl (11:00 a.m.)

Friday, Dec. 19: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – Gasparilla Bowl (2:30.m.)

Friday, Dec. 19: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – CFP First Round Game (7:00 p.m.)

Friday, Dec. 19: Ryan Graham performs live at Doc’s Bar & Grill (7:00 p.m.)

Friday, Dec. 19: NBA Basketball coverage at The Anchor – OKC Thunder at Minnesota (8:30 pm)

Saturday, Dec. 20: College Football at The Anchor – CFP First Round Game (11:00 a.m.)

Saturday, Dec. 20: Little Bakers’ Academy with Chef Julie Morgan in the Hollaway Room (2:00-3:30 p.m.)

Saturday, Dec. 20: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – CFP First Rnd Game (2:30 pm)

Saturday, Dec. 20: NFL Football Coverage at The Anchor – Green Bay at Chicago (TBD)

Saturday, Dec. 20: Kid’s Night Out at The Anchor (6:00-9:00 p.m.) ($50)

Saturday, Dec. 20: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – CFP First Rnd Game (6:30 pm)

Saturday, Dec. 20: NFL Football Coverage at The Anchor – Philadelphia at Washington (TBD)

Sunday, Dec. 21: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – L.A. Chargers at Dallas (12:00 p.m.)

Sunday, Dec. 21: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – Kansas City at Tennessee (12:00 p.m.)

Sunday, Dec. 21: Grand Lake Holiday Sing-a-Long Celebration in the resort hotel lobby (2-5 pm)

Sunday, Dec. 21: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – Pittsburgh at Detroit (3:30 p.m.)

Sunday, Dec. 21: Santa at The Anchor (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Sunday, Dec. 21: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – Cincinnati at Miami (7:15 p.m.)

Monday, Dec. 22: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – Idaho Potato Bowl (1:00 p.m.)

Monday, Dec. 22: Sunset Sleigh Rides - $10 (4:00 p.m.)

Monday, Dec. 22: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – San Francisco at Indianapolis (7:15 p.m.)

Monday, Dec. 22: NBA Basketball Coverage - The Anchor – Memphis at OKC Thunder (8:30 pm)

Tuesday, Dec. 23: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – Boca Raton Bowl (1:00 p.m.)

Tuesday, Dec. 23: Sunset Sleigh Rides - $10 (4:00 p.m.)

Tuesday, Dec. 23: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – New Orleans Bowl (4:30 p.m.)

Tuesday, Dec. 23: NBA Basketball Coverage at The Anchor – OKC Thunder at San Antonio (7:30 p.m.)

Tuesday, Dec. 23: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – Frisco Bowl (8:00 p.m.)


THE HOTT SPOTT TANNING SALON

December's Specials: $25 Spray Tans, $115 Gift Card for $100, Buy 1 month Paradise or Tropical and get the 2nd (next) month 50% off, Shop "The tree" 25% off.

1620 S. Main Street Suite 2, Grove ~ 417-918-791-0300


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

January 2, 5:30 PM - $25 Beginner Embroidery Class - Make a Mug Rug

January 9, 5:30pm $25 Beginner Quilt Block Class (3 of 5)

January 30, 5:30pm $25 Beginner Quilt Block Class (4 of 5)

February 7, 10:00 AM – $25 Jelly Roll Placemat Class – taught by Jackie Turley

February 20, 5:30pm $25 Beginner Quilt Block Class (5 of 5)

February 27, 4:30 PM – $25 Traveling Stitch Case Class – taught by Julie Porter

February 28, 9am–2pm – $109 Kimberbell "Just Add Butter" - 1 Day event

3-Day Retreat: Jan 22–24

4-Day Retreat: Feb 11–14 (Tipsy Quilters Diva Club)

3-Day Retreat: Mar 12–14

~ 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

Pearson Kelly Technology

December 11th, the Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting for Pearson-Kelly Technology. Bill Fernandez has 20 years of experience in IT and has recently joined the Pearson-Kelly Technology team in Rogers, AR. Bill's family moved to Grove when he was a freshman in high school and he is excited to bring his company's services here and to be involved with the Grove Area Chamber. Pearson-Kelly's locations are in Rogers, Joplin, and Springfield. Ron Owens is our area's rep and works at the Rogers location. Some of the things they offer are office equipment, security, phone systems, and managed IT. You can get more information at www.pearsonkelly.com.

Attending the ribbon cutting: Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; Jacob Wallace, Redeemed Digital ; Dalton Homan, Edward Jones-Financial Advisor; Cutting the ribbon Ronald Owens and Bill Fernandez; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove; Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; Diane Hampton, Northeast Tech; and Chamber Executive Vice President Connie King.

RIBBON CUTTING

Poppin' on Grand

December 11th, the Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting for Poppin' on Grand! This cute new gourmet popcorn shop is located at 313 W 3rd Street in Grove. Michelle and Mike Jones acquired the Cleora based business this summer and decided to move it to a larger location in Grove. This has allowed them to expand to over 20 popcorn flavors and add other snacks like nuts and cotton candy to their offerings. They also have a large menu of iced latte's, teas, slushies, and so much more, with all sorts of flavors to choose from! They will cater popcorn to your next party and are creating a website for mail orders. Stop in and check it out!

Ambassadors attending the ribbon cutting: Chamber Executive Vice President Connie King; Julie Handrich, Tristate Ins of Grove; Diane Hampton, Northeast Tech; Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; Jacob Wallace, Redeemed Digital ; cutting the ribbon Michelle and Mike Jones; Dalton Homan, Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Dalton Homan; Bill Fernandez, Pearson-Kelly Technology; Nancy Morgan, Grand Lake Newcomers Club; Ronald Owens, Pearson-Kelly Technology; and Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank.

2025 LIGHTED CHRISTMAS PARADE

Peace, Love, and Holiday Lights

The Annual Lighted Christmas Parade was a cold but enchanting evening! We appreciate everyone that took the time to create an entry and to all that attended. We were honored to have Sam Williams from Grand Lake Sports Center as our Grand Marshal. Thank you to our elected officials, Senator Tom Woods, David Poindexter Delaware County Commissioner District One, and Representative Josh West for joining us.

AND thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Santa Clause!! Grand Country Pest Control

Announcing our winners: Best of Theme - Malones CNC Machining Inc., Best of Lights - Valence Surface Technologies, and Best of Both - Keller Williams Realty Grand Lake.

GROVE HOME, GARDEN & TRAVEL SHOW

February 20-21, 2026 ~ Call 918-786-9079 to reserve your spot!

BUY LOCAL LOVE GROVE CAMPAIGN

February 1-28, 2026 ~ Call 918-786-9079 to participate!

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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

(918) 786-9079

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