Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Weekly Update

July 26, 2023

Your Chamber @ Work

UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS

Friday, July 28th, 10 a.m.

Wisdom Home Entertainment & Lighting

5548 US Hwy 59 N.

UPCOMING EVENTS

We would love to help you get your information out! If you would like to have your business activities listed in next week's newsletter email info@groveareachamber.com before noon on Tuesday or submit your event to our website calendar of events page at https://groveok.org/calendar-of-events/home/.

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AMERICA'S CAR MART

Trade in your vehicle during the All-American Trade-Up Sale. Your vehicle trade is your down payment on select vehicles. Take advantage of this great deal today. Start the process online, come see us at 906 E. 3rd, Grove or call 918-791-3058 for more information.

BRUSH AND PALETTE ART GALLERY

Tuesday, August 1, 6 - 8 p.m., Metal Scratch Art with Kimberly Heckenkemper.

Thursday, August 10, 6 - 8 p.m., Watercolor Whimsy with Kristal Wick.

CRAFT BOUTIQUE OF GRAND LAKE

Wednesday, July 26, 1 - 3 p.m., Fall Wreath Making: $58

Friday, July 28, 1 - 3 p.m., Kid's Salt Painting: $25. Ages 7+.

Saturday, July 29, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Sketch Drawing: $40

ENCHANTED HAIR

Every Thursday, Enchanted Hair will be offering $10 haircuts to veterans, active-duty military, and first responders!

GRAND LAKE FAMILY YMCA

Registration for dance classes for Tiny Tots, Youth and Adults begins August 1! Classes begin August 22 and run through December 16. Register in person at Grand Lake Family YMCA - 821 E. 11th St.

GRAND RIVER SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS

Have you or someone you know been thinking about a career in the live sound engineering field? There are lucrative careers waiting for people with energy and focus. We currently have openings for sound engineer trainees at live shows in the NE Oklahoma region. You will learn hands-on from a seasoned professional with over 35 years' experience with big name bands traveling the world. There is no cost for the training; you will work hands-on, and sweat a little, to pay for your training. It’s fun and exciting work. Call David at 918-801-2203 or write to absoundgrove@gmail.co

GROVE PLAYMAKERS

The Grove Playmakers Theatre Presents: "Nunsense II: The Second Coming" by Dan Goggin. Play opens July 21 and runs for 8 performances through Aug 5th. Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees July 23 & 30th at a new time, 3:00 pm. You are in for a lot of laughs, a lot of sass, and a lot of witty lyrics. Reserve your seats soon - Just leave a message and they will confirm with you as soon as possible and provide any other information you might need. The minimum age for attendance is upper elementary students: that’s a guideline not a rule. See you at the theatre!

GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY

Mondays, 10:30 a.m., Early Literacy Storytime: ages 0 - 5

Mondays and Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Chair Yoga

Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:30 - 1 p.m., Family Yoga

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12 - 1 p.m., Tai-Chi for Better Balance

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:15 - 2:15 p.m., S.A.I.L.: Staying Active & Independent for Life

Fridays, 1:30 p.m., OSU Extension STEM Lab, ages 6 - 11

GROVE'S ROYAL LIQUOR

Grove's Royal Liquor is cruising through the summer with exciting summer products and special events, view their Facebook page for updates! Open Monday - Saturday 9am-9pm, Free Taste Testing Every Friday 4pm-6pm, Bulk Ice, ATM on-site, Friendly Helpful Faces, Gifts, Novelties, Bar Ware, Delivery, and Special-Order Service with No Fees. Located at

2116 S. Main Street (918)786-4464.

JANA JAE'S GALLERY SOUTHWEST

Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm, Gallery Southwest is ready for YOU! Stop in the cool gallery for a Sizzling Summer Sale! Through July 31, ALL PRINTS AND ALL JEWELRY 30% OFF!! This includes prints by renowned artists Charles Banks Wilson, Kim Norton, Saundra Murray, Robert Taylor, Sandie Strom, Tom Shupe, Mikk Midnite, others, AND awesome jewelry!! Come meet our new artist in residence, Lu Willis, as she creates in her studio. Enjoy browsing unique gifts, home decor, and beautiful works of art, 920 S. Main, Grove OK 918-786-8896

LAKE TIME BUSINESS CENTER

Lake Time Business Center has office spaces FOR RENT. Affordably priced from $150/month to $300/month. Need an event center or conference room? Lake Time's event center can accommodate 123 people.

SHANGRI-LA/THE ANCHOR

Thursday, July 27, PGA Golf Coverage at The Anchor – 3M Open

Thursday, July 27, 6 - 9 p.m., Shrimp Boil & Karaoke with Jason Morgan on

Friday, July 28, PGA Golf Coverage at The Anchor – 3M Open

Friday, July 28, 7 - 10 p.m., Mark Gibson entertains live at Doc’s Bar & Grill

Saturday, July 29: PGA Golf Coverage at The Anchor – 3M Open

Saturday, July 29, 6 - 9 p.m., Terry Jordan entertains live at The Summit Restaurant

Saturday, July 29, 8 - 11 p.m., Jon Moody Band Entertains live at Eddy’s Lakeside Bar

Sunday, July 30, PGA Golf Coverage at The Anchor – 3M Open

Sunday, July 30, 2 p.m., NASCAR Coverage at The Anchor – NASCAR Cup Series Race at Richmond

Sunday, July 30, 6 - 9 p.m., Terry Jordan entertains at The Summit Restaurant

SHOE SENSATION

The Shoe Sensation team in Grove, OK is reaching out to local businesses in our community to partner with us to help provide a new pair of shoes for local school children in need. As of July 24^th, they still have 264 students that have applied for a new pair of back-to-school shoes and have not been sponsored.

If you would like to help us reach our goal, it would be greatly appreciated! You can donate money to the cause, or you can come into the store and buy shoes for any child on the list that you are willing to help. A complete list of children is available in the store.

ST. ANDREW'S ACADEMY

St. Andrew's Academy Day Care and School has immediate openings for ages 3 months - 5 years and for the after-school program ages 6 - 12.

RIBBON CUTTING

Lee's Grand Lake Resort

Neither wind nor rain can stop a Chamber Ribbon Cutting! While it may have been a bit soggy, we were honored to help welcome the new owners of Lee’s Grand Lake Resort, Alice and Mike Hung and crew. Business owners from Tulsa, wife Alice had made a trip to Lee’s Resort with a church group in 2019. Falling in love with the serenity of Grand Lake and the resort, Alice prayed to one day possibly own such a place with her own family. A few years later, while reading her Bible, Alice heard a “little voice” telling her that it was time to make her dream a reality. Miraculously, when she contacted the resort to inquire about the possibility of selling, the owners had just recently decided to list the property on the market. Alice was overjoyed and believed that “…everything would be so simple” – it, of course, was not. Though they encountered roadblocks and mishaps in the renovation of the property, the Hung’s soldiered on because they want Lee’s to be “the best Grand Lake resort” and welcome all to “see God’s creation”. Not only have they worked tirelessly to improve the resort, but they are also actively involved with the residents and visitors alike, providing a space for church services on the property and striving to

get to know everyone who calls Lee’s Resort “home” – temporarily or permanently.

The Open-to-the-Public event was attended by many including owners Mike & Alice Hung, employees and residents of Lee’s Resort, as well as Chamber Ambassadors John Sawyer – Sawyer Phillips Insurance, Rod Hurt – Grove Sun, Nick Bowers – Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative, Jacob Wallace – FirsTitle, Cassie Brown – Grand River Abstract & Title Co., Kristy Haynes – Grand River Abstract & Title Co., and Jordan Perez – FirsTitle. Also attending was Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Vice-President Connie King and President Laura Huckabee.

RIBBON CUTTING

Simple Simon's Pizza

The Grove Area Chamber of Commerce had the immense honor of holding a Ribbon Cutting for Grove’s newest addition, Simple Simon’s Pizza – the day before their Grand Opening! Though the store was buzzing with workers preparing for the big day, franchise owner Chris Morrison was gracious enough to spend a little time telling the Chamber Ambassadors about his dream for Grove’s Simple Simon’s location: “I tried to run away from the pizza business,” said Chris, the son of pizza restaurant owners, “but pizza is literally everywhere!” After years of being a project manager, Chris wanted to make a life for himself and his family in the Grove area away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Though Chris didn’t want to admit it at first, wife Tara knew that the pizza-life was in their near future. A year or so later, the building is up, and the pizza (and Calizones!) is ready to be served. If you’ve never tried Simple Simon’s Pizza, the Calizone is their claim-to-fame as well as their 30 inch (yes – 2 and half feet) “The Beast” pizza.

Chamber Ambassadors attending the Ribbon Cutting were Nancy Morgan, Linda Ferguson and Bobbie Bodine – Grand Lake Newcomers Club, Todd Franke – AmeriSpec Inspection Services, Jay Alexander – Grand Savings Bank, Dalton Homan – Edward Jones, Jacob Wallace – FirsTitle, Julie Pace – Grand Lake Real Estate Professionals, Natasha Arnall – BancFirst, Ivan Devitt – Legacy Real Estate, Syrina Nelson – BancFirst, and Rod Hurt – Grove Sun. Also pictured is owner Chris Morrison and brother Matt, Chamber Executive Vice-President Connie King and Chamber President Laura Huckabee.

2023 GROVE AREA CHAMBER of COMMERCE ANNUAL BANQUET

"An Evening of Excellence"

The 2023 Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet, “An Evening of Excellence,” was a success! Chamber members and their families enjoyed an evening of dining, drinks, appreciation, and acknowledgment. Special guest speakers Emanuel Crawford, Jim Corbridge, and Barb Barnes delighted the audience with their personal stories of excellence in youth, service to our country, and service throughout our community.

There were five Business Council Awards presented by Cindy Hefner, former chair of the Chamber Business Council. The “Making a Splash Award” went to the Christian Motorcycle Association for ‘changing the world, one heart at a time’. Shangri-La Resort received the “Lake Life Award” showing tremendous support for the community through hospitality, tourism promotion, and job opportunity. The third award was the “Grand Ole Award”, given to Grand River Abstract & Title Co., a company that has been a member and strong supporter of the Chamber for decades. Patricia Island Country Club received the “Propeller Award” for helping to propel the Chamber forward via sponsorships, volunteerism, and membership. Award number five, the “Grand Impact Award”, went to the Grove Public Library for the huge impact they’ve made, and continue to make, in our community.

The Chamber Awards were given to three individuals who have gone above and beyond to serve the community and the Grove Chamber. The Ambassador of the Year Award was given to Jay Alexander, of Grand Saving Bank. Don Bormaster received the Volunteer of the Year Award. And Andy Stewart was awarded The Board Director of the Year. All three men have given tirelessly to the organizations they represent, the community they serve, and our Chamber of Commerce.

The evening was capped off with the traditional “passing of the gavel” as former Board Director, Andy Stewart welcomed in new Board Director, Dustin Able, of Grand Savings Bank.

A special thanks to Father David Bridges, Jason Evans and his staff at Mulligans, and Barb Barnes of Rustic Rehab, for providing us with lights and sound, an incredible meal, and beautiful floral arrangements that helped to make it an evening to remember.

Our community is amazing, and members of our Chamber of Commerce represent the best of the best. Thank you for letting us serve you… it is a privilege.

Do you have a neighbor that takes care of their yard like no one else? Or perhaps you drive by some gorgeous landscaping on your way to work that makes you smile? If so, nominate them for the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce's "Yard of the Month" and they could win some great stuff! Call, come by or email the chamber the address (and name/phone number if you can) of the Grove area home that you want to nominate.