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Tuesday, October 4, 4 - 6 p.m., Artist Peggy Weaver will lead this class working with Polymer Clay. Make a Halloween gnome or Fall turkey. For more information, call (918) 786-9698.

Friday, October 7, 6 - 8 p.m., Christian Recording Artist ELIZABETH MONTGOMERY will be performing at the Brush and Palette Art Gallery Reception on October 7th. The reception is open to the public and refreshments will be provided.

September 22, September 23, September 25, September 29, September 30, October 1, Evenings 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:00. "2 Across" by Jerry Mayer. A comedy of crosswords and romance! The New York Times called it "...a battle of the sexes throwback." Call for reservations (918) 786-8950. Located at 121 W. 3rd in downtown Grove.

Saturday, October 15, 2 p.m., All American Junior Rodeo Association. Call in October 10 from 6 - 9 p.m. at 918-314-7141. For more information call TJ Crockett at 918-782-8457 or Roy at 417-229-5537. Follow their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Grove-Roundup-Club

Wednesday, October 12, 6 a.m., Call Brent Malone at 918-786-9079 for more information.

Wednesday, October 19, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., United Methodist Church (West Wing). To schedule an appointment, contact Oklahoma Blood Institute at 877-340-8777 or visit OBI.org

A ribbon cutting was held for Grand Pointe and Grand Motel, both owned by Tanveer Hussain and his business partner, Rizwam Khan on Thursday, September 22 by the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors. Grand Pointe and Grand Motel are located at 2122 & 2130 S. Main. Lots of great things happening on this corner! Grand Motel has undergone remodeling inside and will continue with more remodeling outside and new paving. Grand Pointe was purchased in June of 2021 and if you haven't tried their fried chicken (Krispy Krunchy Chicken) you are totally missing out. Also on-site are storage units and they plan to sell souvenirs in this location soon. Also purchased recently was Tom Cat Corner, but don't worry - they still plan to keep the wonderful smoked meats that the store has offered for years and is so famous for. Thank you for the wonderful and warm hospitality Tanveer and Rizwam!

Attending the ribbon cutting were Todd Franke, AmeriSpec Home Inspections; Dalton Homan, Edward Jones Investments; T.J. Burden, Farmers Insurance; Leana Lauck, Grand Pointe; Jacob Wallace, Grand Savings Bank; Judy Johnson, McGraw Realtors; Angie Medlin, Bank of Grand Lake; Jen Gallon, Grove's Royal Liquor; Tanzeer Hussain and Farhana Tanzeer; Jamie Johnson, Capital Carpet Cleaning; Brent Malone, Grove Area Chamber of Commerce; Nick Bowers, BOLT Fiber Optics; Rob Cunningham, ATMS Consulting; Jeff Palmer, Grand Motel; Rizwam Khan; Sharie Cox, Grove's Royal Liquor; Jim Barbuto, Ridgeline Roofing; Sherry Hilton, Devitt Properties - Legacy Real Estate; Julie Pace, Grand Lake Real Estate Professionals; Ivan Devitt, Devitt Properties - Legacy Real Estate; Angela Greer, Grand Motel; Jim Roach, contractor; and Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank.

The Grove Area Chamber of Commerce gathered for a ribbon cutting on Thursday, September 22 at Ridgeline Roofing & Construction. They offer same day inspection with same day tarps if necessary. They use the best materials possible, offer a great warranty, quality workmanship, and have an excellent working relationship with the community. Along with roofing they offer add-ons, siding, guttering, window replacement, solar panels, and specialize in water and fire claims. If you are looking for quality, they would greatly appreciate an opportunity to discuss options with you.

Attending the ribbon cutting were Todd Franke, AmeriSpec Home Inspections; T.J. Burden, Farmers Insurance; Rob Cunningham, ATMS Consulting; Judy Johnson, McGraw Realtors; Angie Medlin, Bank of Grand Lake; Jacob Wallace, Grand Savings Bank; Dalton Homan, Edward Jones Investments; Jim Barbuto, Ridgeline Roofing & Construction with Julie Pace, Grand Lake Real Estate Professionals cutting the ribbon; Jamie Johnson, Capital Carpet Cleaning; Brent Malone, Grove Area Chamber of Commerce; Sharie Cox, Grove's Royal Liquor; Nick Bowers, BOLT Fiber Optics; Danielle Gooder, USA Mortgage; Sherry Hilton, Devitt Properties - Legacy Real Estate; Ivan Devitt, Devitt Properties - Legacy Real Estate; and Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank.

The Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting for Pit Stop Cafe on Friday, September 23. Pit Stop Cafe has been a gathering place for the community for many, many years and is a true Grove landmark. In July of this year, Randy Beal found out it was for sale and if didn't sell the previous owners were going to shut it down. They settled on a price and just a few days later Randy was the proud owner of one of the best little cafes around. His daughter Tehlar Beal and her friend Kynsley Converse are now running the cafe. They have both learned the ins and outs of running a small business and are well on their way to success with the help of the same great staff that has been at the restaurant for several years. The menu still has the same great selection (everything from burgers to breakfast) and the only changes that have been made are that they now accepting credit cards and they are buying local beef.

Attending the ribbon cutting were Brent Malone, Grove Area Chamber of Commerce; Dalton Homan, Edward Jones Investments; Louise Templin, Individual Member; Mary Padgett, Pit Stop Cafe; Shelly Cantrell, Pit Stop Cafe; Rob Cunningham, ATMS Consulting; Stacy Converse, Pit Stop Cafe; Jordan Dempsey; Tehlar Beal and Kynsley Converse cutting the ribbon; Tammy Griffith, Pit Stop Cafe; Randy Beal, Pit Stop Cafe; Michael Hodges, Pit Stop Cafe; Syrina Nelson, BancFirst; Natasha Arnall, BancFirst; and Donnie Crain, president of Grove Area Chamber of Commerce.