September 10, 2025

What a great week at the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce!


We kicked off our Leadership Grove class this week and had an absolute blast watching the group come together, network, and get to know each other on the first session. If you have an employee ready for that next step in leadership in your organization, please consider them for the 2026 class. It’s such a great opportunity! Thank you to BancFirst for sponsoring the lunch for the first session.


One more special thank you to the thirty plus participants in the Adventure Passport Shopping Experience campaign. We had 714 entries and passports returned to us from eight different states. All six cash winners were from GROVE! It paid to shop local this summer! Watch for details next spring as we regroup and launch our 2026 campaign. You can catch the live drawings on the Grove Area Chamber Facebook page.


There are lots of great opportunities this month to plug into the Chamber and network with other members and support business growth in our community and region. Check out the event calendar at www.groveok.org.


Thank you for your continued support!


Make it a great week,

~ Amanda

Amanda K. Davis

President, Grove Area Chamber of Commerce

amandadavis@groveareachamber.com

918-786-9079

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Friday, September 26, 10:30 a.m.

Toons Grand Lake

9121 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/.

CHEROKEE CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

Friday, September 12th - Live Music by The Brothers Moore 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 13th - Live Music by Magic J Entertainment 8:00 p.m.


CINEMA 7 OF GROVE

Now showing: Light of the World, Caught Stealing, Jaws, Freakier Friday, Weapons

For MORE movies & show times: centercinemas.com


COLEMAN THEATRE

September 25-28 & October 3-5 MLT presents The Wizard of Oz

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 24, 8:00pm Zach Rushing

For Information and tickets visit their website: thecolemantheatre.org


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

Celebrate the groups One Year Anniversary with Bird Music Performance and Brunch at the monthly meeting, Saturday, September 13th, 10:30-11:30am!

Location: Grove Community Center, 104 W. 3rd St. Info: www.grandlakebirders.com


GRAND AREA CREATIVE ALLIANCE

September 21st, 4-5:30pm Grand Lake Area World Peace Gathering at Lendonwood Gardens.

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, September 12th - Live Music by Beer N Chicken 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 13th- Live Music by Borrowed Money 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. Starting Sept. 8, tickets available at the Y 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 PLAYMAKERS THEATRE

~Readers at Noon~ Tues. September 16 or Wed. September 24, 11:45am-12:50pm.

A selection of salads will be available with the program for $20 per adult or Program only is $10.

Food available at 11:45am, Program 12:15 - 12:50 with a special treat as you exit.

Contact us with your date reservation and whether you want the salads or not by calling (918) 786-8950 or by email: groveplaymakers@yahoo.com.


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+

Wednesday, September 17th, 5:30-6:30pm Edible & Medicinal Plants Around Us, ages 19+

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


GROVE'S ROYAL LIQUOR

Summer Hats, Lake Apparel, Bar Novelties and Glasses, now in stock

Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday and Saturday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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


HAR-BER VILLAGE MUSEUM

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

Make & Take Stained Glass Workshop, Saturday, September 13 or 20, Noon, ages 10+

Pioneer Days, September 25 - 27, 9am-3pm

Education Day, November 7

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, September 11th - Live Music by Jon Dooly - Rock & Brews 9:00 p.m.

Friday, September 12th - Live Music by The Swade Diablos - ECHO 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 13th - Live Music by Ty Ellis & The Flatliners - ECHO 9:00 p.m.

Sunday, September 14th - Live Music by A&E Music - 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


LENDONWOOD GARDEN

September 20, 9am to 2pm Fall Plant Sale

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

December 6, Angel of Hope Remembrance Ceremony.


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.


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

Saturday, Oct 4, 11:30am Yin & Brunch • $22 • Reservations required. Non-members welcome.

4707 Hwy 59 N, Grove, (918) 904-4611, 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

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

Thursday, September 11: Karaoke on Doc’s Patio (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Thursday, September 11: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – Washington at Green Bay (7:00 p.m.)

Friday, September 12: Rockwell performs live at Doc’s Bar & Grill (7:00 p.m.)

Saturday, September 13: College Football Coverage at The Anchor – OU at Temple (11:00 a.m.)

Sunday, September 14: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – N.Y. Giants at Dallas (12:00 p.m.)

Sunday, September 14: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – Philadelphia at Kansas City (3:30 p.m.)

Monday, September 15: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – Tampa Bay at Houston (6:00 p.m.)

Thursday, September 18: Karaoke on Doc’s Patio (6:00-9:00 p.m.)

Thursday, September 18: NFL Coverage at The Anchor – Miami at Buffalo (7:00 p.m.)


SIMPLE SIMONS PIZZA

September's Special ~ Fall back on this great deal all month long, 2 large 1-topping Pizzas with a 2-liter of your choice for $26.95. 2409 S Main Street, Grove ~ (918) 801-9001


THE HOTT SPOTT TANNING SALON

Offering $20 spray tans for cheerleaders & dancers, 18 & under only, for all surrounding schools!

10% Off all packages in September. 1620 S Main Street, Grove ~ (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

September 20, 10:00am – 2:00pm $109 Hello Pumpkin – Kimberbell 1-Day Embroidery Event

September 26, 5:30pm $25, Moomoos & Mimosas – Zipper Pouch Class

Sip, sew, and laugh while making a cute zipper pouch. Moomoos are a MUST!

October 1, 5:30pm Beginner Sewing Class – Pillowcase Project

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

October 4, 4:00pm $30 Soles & Stitches Spooktacular ~ Scrappy Halloween shoes and/or a punch needle project. Costumes encouraged—prizes awarded!

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!

4-Day Retreat: September 10–13 | $200

3-Day Retreat: October 9–11 | $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

RIBBON CUTTING

Mend YogaBar

The Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a Ribbon Cutting for Mend YogaBar, Thursday, September 5th, at 4707 Hwy 59 N. Jan Toohey and her husband Brett came here from Las Vegas 5 years ago and realized that our community needed the benefits of a yoga studio. They opened Mend YogaBar January 1st of this year and along with Erin Van Meter have been growing a mindful community of folks learning to "feel better in their bodies". If you are new to yoga or to "Hot" yoga, Jan recommends starting with a Yin session but they have multiple types of classes available every day of the week. Check out their website for the schedule and fun events like Craft Nights or the upcoming Audio Book Club at https://mendyogabar.com.

Ambassadors attending the Ribbon Cutting: Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; Jennifer Olson, Grounded for Life Wellness; Katherine Aggus, Grand Lake Newcomers Club; Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; Diane Hampton, Northeast Tech; Erin Van Meter; Brett Toohey; John Sawyer, John Sawyer Insurance; Cutting the Ribbon Jan Toohey; A few Mend yogis; Mary Ellen Porter, Grand Lake Newcomers Club; Joni Eisenbart, Grounded for Life Wellness; Linda Foster, Har-Ber Village on Grand Lake O' The Cherokees; Susan Bode; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove; and Chamber President Amanda Davis.

GRAND LAKE ADVENTURE PASSPORT

Drawing Cash Winners with our Sponsors

The Grove Area Chamber's Adventure Passport campaign wrapped up with cash drawings on Thursday, September 4th. Chamber President Amanda Davis, Executive Vice President Connie King, and Brent Malone, representing our Retail & Marketing Committee visited the three sponsor locations: BancFirst, Good Shepherd Hospice, and Edward Jones-Dalton Homan. Two cash winners were drawn at each location, giving away amounts from $150 to $250. Chamber President Amanda Davis had this to say about the campaign. "The goal of the Chamber's Retail and Marketing committee was to connect with the non-locals coming into the region for fishing tournaments. Our hope was that the passport would educate them on things to do while their fishing crew was out on the water. We met that goal as more than 6,000 passports were distributed from Memorial Day to Labor Day. We had over 700 entries into the drawing and passports were turned in from eight different states. One important thing we learned from this summer long marketing campaign was that the local market that kept their dollars local was able to be rewarded! As we continue to work to connect the non-locals with the Chamber and our members, we will keep trying new programs and mixing things up to capture as many new dollars as possible while people are experiencing Grove & Grand Lake."  

GRAND WELCOME PROGRAM

Basket Giveaway

A new resident stopped by the Chamber recently to pick up a Welcome Basket! Thank you to all of the Chamber Members that participated in the Welcome Program to make such an awesome and informative giveaway for new residents to our community!

GROVE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

Community Leadership Day

What a great group! Leadership Grove kicked off Tuesday morning with the first of ten engaging sessions highlighting the many opportunities and resources our community has to offer, as well as the diverse aspects of leadership within Grove. The day began with Elizabeth West of West Counseling and Strategy, who led participants through personality profiles and team-building activities—thank you, Elizabeth, for stepping in and doing a marvelous job! We are also grateful to Natasha Arnall and BancFirst for their continued support of the program, generously providing a delicious lunch catered by Mulligans. Participants then enjoyed an inspiring talk from GACC President Amanda Davis, who shared her memorable story about “putting mermaids in the pool.” If you haven’t seen the mermaids at the Chamber, be sure to stop by—we’d love to introduce you and share their meaning. The day wrapped up with a lively scavenger hunt, where five teams set out to discover landmarks and businesses around Grove, making for a fun and energizing end to the session. A special thank you to St. Andrew's Episcopal Church for allowing us the use of their facility. 

Don't forget the Chamber Connection Luncheon tomorrow at Northeast Tech.

Please join us for Business After Hours at Grand River Abstract - Sept. 18th.

RSVP to info@groveareachamber.com or call 918-786-9079

Please join us at our Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament!

Get your team together for a fun day at Patricia Island!

Click here for a printable/fillable form: Fall Golf Tournament Form

The Grove Area Chamber of Commerce (GACC) is excited to announce the next series in the State of the Region lunch forums. On Thursday, October 9th, the GACC will welcome Ken Busby, Executive Director and CEO of the Route 66 Alliance to beautiful Har-Ber Village for an important update on the upcoming 2026 Route 66 Centennial Celebration.

Busby, known as the Cultural Czar of Northeast Oklahoma, serves on the Oklahoma Route 66 Centennial Commission. Ken also serves on the Events and Celebration Working Group of the U.S. Route 66 Centennial Commission.


The forum will begin at noon with lunch in the outdoor pavilion on the beautiful campus of Har-Ber Village, located at 4404 West 20th Road in Grove, Oklahoma. The program will kick-off at 12:30 p.m. and will conclude by 1:30 p.m.

Tickets are $20 for Chamber members and $25 for non-members.


Sponsorships are available for this special event. Silver level sponsorships are $250 and include four forum tickets with logo promotion and event recognition. Gold level sponsorships are $500 and include eight forum tickets with logo promotion, event recognition, and a brief business introduction at the event.


For more information or to register, contact the GACC at 918-786-9079. Tickets and sponsorships can be purchased online: https://business.groveok.org/ap/Events/Register


The mission of the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce is to serve as a catalyst for business growth and prosperity in our community by providing resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy for our members while striving to enhance the overall economic vitality and quality of life for residents and visitors.

Arvest supports many worthy causes through financial contributions to nonprofit community organizations. Wherever someone is working to make a positive difference in our communities, we are honored to support and work alongside them. https://www.arvest.com/about/charitable-giving

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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.

Teresa Poindexter, Keller Williams Realty - Grand Lake

John Sawyer, John Sawyer Insurance

James Sharp, INTEGRIS Grove Hospital

Jacob Wallace, FirsTitle & Smith Brothers Abstract

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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