Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Weekly Update
May 7, 2025
If you follow Oklahoma sports teams, you will know that the OKC Thunder is hot and heavy into post season play. Our house was extremely animated this week as they dropped game one. The added emotions reminded me of a quote that I truly love. Years ago, I took my younger sister Kae Lani to an OU basketball camp in Norman. Inside the office, former coach Sherri Coale had a quote on the wall that stuck with me.
“Success leaves footprints. Find them and follow them.”
It was a challenge for her team to push themselves in all areas. When we search for the good things around us, we truly find opportunities. One of the best business practices we can instill in our teams is to focus on “We” instead of “Me”. It’s an easy statement to make but it brings a heavy punch that can transform a business, an organization, and a community. It is our goal over the busy summer season ahead that we continue to concentrate on the positives, build on them, and watch the lake region grow. It’s a GREAT time to be on Team Grand Lake!
Speaking of opportunities, we are closing in on the deadline to participate in the new Grand Lake Adventure Passport campaign. If you have not received the information, please reach out to the Chamber today. This marketing campaign is aimed at recruiting families coming to the lake for tournaments and other visitors to spend time in our businesses and explore the region during their trip. It is also an opportunity to educate locals on the importance of spending dollars locally and the benefits to our cities, county, and state. We can all venture to Missouri or Arkansas for a day away, but when we spend our money there, we pay for their essential services. Making small changes to our thinking can make an impact locally. The goal of this campaign has many benefits, and we hope you will join us.
Friday, May 23rd, we will host our next series in the State of the Region Forums. Join us for breakfast that morning for a legislative update from Representative Josh West. We will also meet the new Executive Director of the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department for an update on the department and the 2025 travel season. Get registered today and help us welcome Sterling Zearley to Grove for his first official visit as the new leader of Oklahoma Tourism. Tickets are $20 for members and $25 for non-members. You can register online on the Chamber website or call our office. 918-786-9079
Thank you for your continued support and for the numerous membership renewals this month. We are grateful for your partnership as we work to make the Grand Lake and Grove region a place where people want to live, work, and visit.
Have a great week,
~ Amanda
Amanda K. Davis
President, Grove Area Chamber of Commerce
amandadavis@groveareachamber.com
918-786-9079
WELCOME ABOARD
RIBBON CUTTINGS
Friday, May 9th, 9:30 a.m.
Grove Public Library's New STORYWALK
1160 E 13th St., Rotary Centennial Park
Saturday, May 10, 2:00 p.m.
Eagle Scout Monument
1308 W. 13th St., Lendonwood Gardens
Thursday, May 15th, 11:00 a.m.
Grand Area Creative Alliance
3 W. 3rd Street, Grove (Patchwork Pelican)
Friday, May 23rd, 10:30 a.m.
Muscari Law PLLC
221 E 3rd St., Grove
Thursday, May 29th, 10:00 a.m.
CASA of Northeast Oklahoma
311 S. Grand Street, Chamber Office
Friday, May 30th, 10:30 a.m.
The Regatta - Drift on Grand
11601 US 59 N, Grove
Friday, May 30th, 11:00 a.m.
Chill Waters Paddle Co.
963 N 16th St., Wolf Creek Park
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 our website calendar of events page at https://groveok.org/calendar-of-events/home/.
A GRAND GATHERING
Karaoke every Saturday 7-10pm (a Non Smoking Event)
Open Tuesday - Friday 10-4 & Saturday 10-5 Indoor Vendor Market + Food Truck Dining
Located at 7 E. Third Street, Grove. Contact 918-791-3419 or agrandreservation@gmail.com
BRUSH AND PALETTE ART CLUB & GALLERY
Saturday, May 10th, 2-4pm, Artist Reception featuring Phyllis Dunaway
Tuesday, May 20th, 6-8pm, Acrylic Painting Class - Sunflowers & Bird, $30 supplies included.
Classes and receptions are open to the public. 18 W. 4th St., Grove
To sign up for a class, or interested in joining the club call 918-786-9698
CHEROKEE CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
Friday, May 9th - Live Music by The Swade Diablos 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 10th - Live Music by Wade Hayes 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 11th, 11am-close, Mother's Day Rib Eye Steak Dinner, $20.99
CINEMA 7 OF GROVE
Now showing: Until Dawn, Sinners, Thunderbolts, A Minecraft Movie, The Accountant 2
For MORE movies & show times: centercinemas.com
COLEMAN THEATRE
Thursday, May 8th, "A Taste of Ireland" Performed by former World Irish dance champions and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance.
May 17-18, Dennis James and Silent Movie "The Eagle" with Rudolph Valentino
May 29th, 7:00pm, Mom's Unhinged Comedy Show
June 11-14, Miami Little Theatre presents "Youth on Stage"
June 15th, Gaither Vocal Band
For Information and tickets visit their website: https://thecolemantheatre.org/
DELAWARE COUNTY COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP
The DCCP hosts Family Resource Center Events twice a month in Grove.
First Monday of the Month: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, At Abundant Hope -124 S Cherokee St, Grove
Third Monday of the Month: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, At Grand Lake YMCA - 821 E 11th St, Grove
FRIENDS OF GRAND LAKE AUDOBON SOCIETY
Saturday, May 10th, 10:30-11:30am, May Birder's Meeting at Grove Community Center.
Saturday, June 14th, 10:30-11:30am, June Birder's Meeting at Grove Community Center.
For more information contact them at grandlakebirders@gmail.com.
GRAND AREA CREATIVE ALLIANCE
Vision: to support a thriving community that inspires creativity, enriches education and attracts visitors seeking authentic cultural experiences. ~ Next meeting May 22nd. All are welcome!
Monthly meetings 4th Thursdays, Noon-1:15pm, St. Andrews Church - 555 E. 3rd St.
GRAND LAKE CASINO
Friday, May 9th - Live Music by Jeff Tatum & Palomino Moon 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 10th - Live Music by TJ Scarlett 8:00 p.m.
Sunday Cornhole Tournament - registration 3:00pm - 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) Program also free to members & non-members. ~ https://tristatefamilyymca.org/locations/grand-lake-family-ymca/
GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Mondays, 10:30am Early Literacy Storytime, ages 0 - 5
1st Wednesday each month, 2:00pm Book Chat, ages 19+
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00am, SAIL Fitness (video) ages 19+
Friday, May 9th, 9:00am-12:00pm, STORYWALK Unveiling, all ages
Monday, May 12th, 2:00-5:00pm, Senior Switch Sports, ages 19+
Friday, May 16th, 23rd, & 30th 10:30-11:30am, Movers and Shakers, ages 0-5
Wednesday, May 21st, 5:30-6:30pm, Edible and Medicinal Plants Around Us, ages 19+
Tuesday, May 27th, 1:00-3:00pm, Summer Reading Kickoff Party, all ages
More information at https://eols.org/grove/
GROVE'S ROYAL LIQUOR
At our store, choose from liquor, beer, wine, jewelry, Ridgerunner hoodies, bar ware, and MORE!
Winter Hours: Mon - Thurs 8am-9pm, Friday & Saturday 8am-10pm.
2116 S. Main St. (918)786-4464
HAR-BER VILLAGE MUSEUM
May 9th-10th, Farming & Ecology Days
HIGH WINDS CASINO
Sunday, May 11th, 11am-9pm, Mother's Day Dine-In Special, Blackened Chicken Pasta, $12
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
61475 E. 100 Road, Miami, OK ~ (918) 541-9463
INDIGO SKY CASINO AND RESORT
Thursday, May 8th - Live Music by Low Compatibility 8:00 p.m.
Friday, May 9th - Live Music by Brent Giddens 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 10th - Live Music by The Brothers Moore 8:30 p.m.
JANA JAE'S GALLERY SOUTHWEST
Unique gifts for everyone! We have treasures to share! 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 jewelry! Come browse! Wonderful gift items and art originals, home decor, more! Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am-5 pm ~ 920 S. Main, Grove, OK ~ 918-786-5780
LENDONWOOD GARDENS
Saturday, May 17th, Art in the Garden
For information: 918-786-2938 or info@lendonwood.com. Located: 1308 W 13th St., Grove.
LIVE BLISS LIFE COACHING
Discover Your Bliss! Explore free virtual sessions, exclusive workshops, and yoga instruction, designed for our members. Virtual Classes.
Join weekly book club where meaningful discussions & community come together: Book Club. Join our Monthly Luncheons! Connect, share, & grow. Enjoy meaningful conversations, delicious food, & opportunities to engage with like-minded individuals. Luncheon Info.
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
PATCHWORK PELICAN FABRIC & YARN
Crochet Classes - Thursdays and Saturdays, 11:00am
Discover a treasure trove of high-quality fabrics and yarns at our locally owned store!
For more information and to register for classes check out www.PatchworkPelican.com
or call 918-791-0505. Located at 3 W. 3rd Street, Downtown Grove.
SHANGRI-LA/THE ANCHOR
Thursday, May 8: Karaoke at Doc’s (6:00-9:00 p.m.)
Friday, May 9: Oyster Roast & Bonfire at The Battlefield (5:00-8:00 p.m.)
Friday, May 9: Rockwell performs live at Doc’s Bar & Grill (7:00 p.m.)
Saturday, May 10: Multi-Vendor Fitting Day at the Pro Shop – Ping, Titleist, Callaway, PXG, Mizuno (9:00 a.m.)
Saturday, May 10: “Back to the Boats” Retail Shopping on The Grand Lawn (10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.)
Saturday, May 10: “Back to the Boats” Food & Wine Festival on The Anchor Lawn (4:00-10:00 p.m.)
Saturday, May 10: The Old Bulldog Band performs LIVE at the “Back to the Boats Food & Wine Festival” on the Anchor Lawn (7:00-10:00 p.m.)
Saturday, May 10: FREE MOVIE NIGHT at The Anchor Simulator Bay – The Incredibles 2 (6:00 p.m.)
Sunday, May 11: Farmers Market on The Grand Lawn (8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.)
Sunday, May 11: Mother’s Day Brunch at The Summit Restaurant (11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) – no regular dinner service at The Summit
Thursday, May 15: Karaoke at Doc’s (6:00-9:00 p.m.)
SIMPLE SIMONS PIZZA
May Special: Medium 1-Topping Pizza + Medium Wings $19.99!
Order: (918) 801-9001 ~ 2409 S. Main Street, Grove
THE REGATTA - DRIFT ON GRAND & BOOM
Enjoy a diverse menu at the Drift, including live Harp music and prime rib every Friday and Saturday night. Daily specials on FB @theregattaongrand. 918-801-4420
Located on the upper floor is the Boom with a relaxed, fun setting, and food from wings, BBQ, to pizza. Thursday is Trivia Night and Sunday is all-you-can-eat crab legs. More information on FB @boomongrand. Trivia Night every Thursday at 6pm, Come out for Dinner & Drinks to support a local organization!!! Join the Trivia contests, or just observe! Ten Percent of All Sales will be generously donated by The Boom to the selected organization of that night!
TIPSY QUILTERS
Friday, May 9th, 5:30pm, Embroidery Mug Rug Class, $25 (kits available for purchase)
Saturday, May 17th, 2:00pm, Barn Quilt Paint Class 2'x2' piece of wood, $65 includes supplies
Friday, June 6th, 5:30pm, Beginner Quilt Block Class, (1 of 4) $25 (kits available for purchase)
Saturday, June 7th, 2:30pm, Scrappy Shoes Class, $30
June 12th-14th, 3-Day Retreat, $150, more information on-line
Friday, June 27th, Beginner Quilt Block Class, (2 of 4) $25 (kits available for purchase)
For more classes and information and to reserve your spot visit www.tipsyquilters.com.
Located at 63990 E. 300 Road, Grove. ~ 918-791-0158
WHITE BUFFALO LODGE
Saturday, May 10th, 9am-2pm and Thursday, May 15th, 2pm-6pm, Indoor Farmers Market, with local vendors. Located 33621 S. 595 Rd. 918-638-7112
RIBBON CUTTING Dads Music Shop
Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a Ribbon Cutting Thursday, May 1st, at Dads Music Shop, 13 E 7th Street, Grove. After playing music together for almost 30 years, Cody Frost and Jeff Graham have opened this amazing music! They offer guitars, violins, drums, sound equipment, accessories, and more! There is a studio for giving beginning guitar and violin lessons and having Saturday jam sessions. Minor maintenance, re-stringing, and consignment are available. If they don't carry the instrument you are looking for they can order it for you. Stop by and check it out, Mon, Tues, Thu, & Fri, noon - 6:00pm and Sat noon-3:00pm.
Attending the Ribbon Cutting: Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; Ruth Graham; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove; Eli Dias; Dalyn Frost; Austin Lucky; Cutting the ribbon, Cody & April Frost and Lori & Jeff Graham; Eli Frost; Nick Bowers, Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative; John Sawyer, John Sawyer Insurance ; Sheryl Evans, Rafter E Real Estate Team with Keller Williams Grand Lake; Julie Handrich, Tristate Ins of Grove; Chamber Student Intern Abigale Wiley; Joyce Churchwell, RE/MAX Grand Lake; Katherine Aggus & Julie Jones, Grand Lake Newcomers Club; Jennifer Olson, Grounded for Life; Julie Pace Broker Owner at Grand Lake Real Estate Professionals; and Chamber Executive Vice President Connie King.
RIBBON CUTTING IMG Oklahoma LLC/Iguana Marine Group
Thursday, May 1st, the Grove Area Chamber Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting for Iguana Marine Group - Oklahoma. Iguana is a full service boat dealership located at 100 Anchor Road just north of Honey Creek Bridge. They offer service, parts, and sales of all types of boats like, Formula, iKon, and Malibu, and motors such as Ilmor, Yamaha, and Mercury. Besides the Sales shop they have a 6000 sq ft Service shop. On-site service is also available. Iguana has 4 other locations besides this main sales office. Stop in and take a look at these beautiful boats!
Attending the ribbon cutting: Jay Alexander, Grand Savings Bank; Todd Deakins, AFN Mortgage Grove; David Scott; Nick Bowers, Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative; Isaac Crawford; Ryan Branch; Julie Jones, Grand Lake Newcomers Club; Cutting the Ribbon, Chris Stogsdill; Joyce Churchwell, RE/MAX Grand Lake; Katherine Aggus, Grand Lake Newcomers Club; Gaige Ginnis; Julie Pace Broker Owner at Grand Lake Real Estate Professionals; Wanda Christ, Mark Lee - Shelter Insurance; Ivan Devitt, Devitt Properties -Legacy Real Estate; Jennifer Olson, Grounded for Life; John Sawyer, John Sawyer Insurance ; and Chamber Executive Vice President Connie King.
RSVP for May 8th Chamber Luncheon at Cherokee Casino.
info@groveareachamber.com or 918-786-9079
Register Now for our new Aventure Passport Summer Campaign
Sign up by May 12th. Form: Letter of Intent/Information
RSVP 918-786-9079
RSVP May 15th, Business After Hours - 918-786-9079
