This Weekend at Grand Lake

Happy Thursday!

How you doing today? Good? (You know, you can ALWAYS reply to these emails... if you feel the need... I love to hear from you!)

Well, let's see, we've got some local things happening today for the local biz folks, and then some weekend shenanigans on hand, and then the return of the Tulsa Boat Show with VIP Night on Monday and regular hours starting next Tuesday.

Speaking of the Tulsa Boat Show (get details on the show HERE), make sure to find the great supporters of this here website and newsletter when you are there.

Supporters of Grand Lake Living who will be on hand include Grove Marine, Lake Bumz, Notable Outdoor Living, Marina Del Rey Resort, ProGuard Exterminators, Rocks & Docks Adventure Rentals, and our friends from TowBoat US Grand Lake. (Sorry if I missed someone!)

And, of course, GRDA will be on hand to answer any and all questions for you.

But there is plenty to do lakeside, as well.

And here is what you need to know for this weekend and into next week at Grand Lake:

Speaking of Notable Outdoor Living, who you can catch at the Tulsa Boat Show... did you know they have everything you need to transform your Grand Lake outdoor living area into the perfect lakefront retreat with the best furniture, fixtures, and fire pits to be had. It's true. Find them at the boat show, in Grove, or on the web HERE.

Lake Level - As of 9 am, the lake level is 742.25 with intermittent generation. Lake temps are mostly in the low 40s and upper 30s. And it's fitna be cold next week - so get ready!

Chambers Doing Chamber Things - Today (Thursday!) is a busy day for those of you chamber-type of folks. The South Grand Lake Chamber gets things rolling at 11:30 with their first monthly membership meeting of the year at the GRDA building in Langley. You probably need to RSVP with the Chamber on that one (might even be too late). Then, at 5 pm, the Grove Chamber is hosting an Open House at their Downtown Grove location. It's a come-and-go event, so come, enjoy, and then go. Easy peasy.

Spa Open House - Also today (again, Thursday), the Spa at Shangri-La is also hosting an Open House, this one at 4 pm. Stop by to check out all of the great things they have to offer.

Winter Concert Series - Ricochet hits the stage at the Grove High School Performing Arts Center on Saturday at 6 pm to wrap up the Winter Concert Series. General admission tickets are on sale at the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce or at the door. Doors open at 5 pm.

Songwriters Showcase - So, I talked to the guy who is putting on these shows at Big Shots and got a little more clarity on what is up. Apparently, every Friday night - at least for the foreseeable future - there will be a FREE Songwriter's Showcase at Big Shots with no cover charge. This is an opportunity for area songwriters to get on stage and share the goods. Additionally, again on Friday nights, starting at 6 pm, dance lessons will be available - including Salsa (!). The cost for these lessons is $10 per person and goes straight to the instructor. So, there you go, that's what I think I know at this point.

Laugh-In - Also, at Big Shots, this Saturday night, is a Comedy Show. It's the "Lovely Lady of Comedy - And Friends", featuring Angela Teague and several others. Reserved seats are available for $20 (call Big Shots), or you can pay at the door. Doors open at 7 and the laughs start at 8:30.

Speakeasy Theater - Sunday at 2 pm, it's Speakeasy Reader's Theater at The Playmakers’ theatre at 121 W. 3 rd St in Grove, OK. Seats may be reserved by leaving a message at 918 786 8950, or by emailing [email protected]. Three desserts will be available for purchase. Please include your choice when making a reservation. The choices are 1) lemon tart pie; 2) Mississippi Mud cake (nuts on the side); or 3) pineapple upside down cake with reduced sugar. These are baked by two wonderful Playmakers’ volunteers. Adult Seats are $15 each. Student seats-- from upper elementary through high school—are $8 each. Dessert is $4. Seats may be reserved with our Pay What You Can offer. Assisted hearing devices are available. The short, satiric comedies are unlike those The Playmakers’ have presented in the past, so come on and get some laughs!Branding W

Branding Workshop - Come to the City of Grove - City Hall, Room 4, on January 31 from 2 - 4 p.m. and take advantage of this free Business Workshop. Rebekah King from Northeast Tech will be providing all kinds of valuable information on how to brand - and even rebrand - your business. Everyone is invited! Please RSVP with the Chamber of Commerce: (918) 786-9079 or [email protected]

[I'm hopping up on my Soapbox for a minute because I can. Do you know what your brand is? It's how you (or your business) make people feel. That's it. It's not a logo or slogan or any of that stuff. It's being authentic and true and letting potential clients and customers get to know, like and trust you. Almost 2,000 people opened this same email from me last week because of the trust that has been developed over time. And, also, because sometimes I say something funny. THAT is your brand, so don't sweat over the small stuff, OK?]

Nest Buffer - The same eagle's nest that was established in 2020 below the dam is again active, so GRDA has again implemented a "Nesting Area/No Trespassing" zone near the nest. For those of you who play down on the rocks, it will be easily identified. So, stay away. Or, don't, and be prepared to pay a hefty fine. But it's still prime-time eagle viewing - just go through Langley and head down below the dam and as soon as your cross the river, take a right and wind your way down Eagle Pass and keep your eyes on the trees. It's awesome!

Calling Area Artists - There is a new custom furniture store and gallery getting ready to open in Ketchum (Cardamone Forge), and they are looking for area artists who would like to consign in their gallery. Love that! HERE is a post on Facebook telling those of you who are interested to DM them on Facebook. And, if you aren't on Facebook, well, the gallery is located across from the Post Office in Ketchum. Maybe you can, uh oh, catch them! (Get it? See what happened there!) Alright, I'll be a nice guy... the number they have listed on their FB page is (918) 937-4400. (And a reminder, people, there are a LOT of people that don't have anything to do with Facebook. Just sayin')

Poop On Them! - I saw this post this morning and had to include it. So, in honor of Valentine's Day, when you make a donation to Second Chance Pet Rescue of Grand Lake, you can ask them to write the name of your ex, your certified enemy, or anyone you want, on the bottom of a cat's litter box. And the cats will handle the rest. Outstanding! HERE is a link to the FB post about, or call Second Chance to make a donation.

Upcoming events at the Grove Public Library: For details, follow the Library's Facebook age HERE.

• Discover Your Roots: Intro to Genealogy Databases | 1/26/2023 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

• Early Literacy Storytime | 1/30/2023 |10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

• Chair Yoga | 1/30/2023 | 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

• Art Attack: 3D Pen Art for Teens | 1/31/2023 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

• Chair Yoga | Wednesday, February 01, 2023 | 11:30 AM

• Book Chat | Wednesday, February 01, 2023 | 2:00 PM

Fun & Entertainment

Thursday, January 26th

• Trivia at Mooney's - 6:30 pm

• Megan Faulconer at Copper Penny - 7 pm

• Italian Buffet & Karaoke at Doc's

Friday, January 27th

• Mark Gibson at Doc's at Shangri-La 7 pm

• Karaoke at The Copper Penny - 9 pm

• Rusty Meyers at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm

• Hollywood Riot at Grand Lake Casino - 8 pm

Saturday, January 28th

• Megan Faulconer at Pickles - 8 pm

• Jump Suit Love at Drunken Rooster - 8 pm

• Morgan Squared at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm

• Comedy Show at Big Shots - 8:30 - Cover Charge

• Karaoke with DJ Kennedy at Monkey Island Pub - 9pm

Tuesday, January 31st

• Tuesday Trivia at The Anchor - 7 pm (?)

• Line Dance Lessons at Copper Penny - 6 pm

• Jan 30 to Feb 5 - Tulsa Boat, Sport, & Travel Show

• February 3 - First Friday Wine Share at Muddy Pearl

• February 11 - Souper Bowl Saturday

• February 19 - Speakeasy Theater at Playmakers

• March 3 to 5 - Grove Home & Garden Show

• March 9 to 12 - Big Meat Run in Disney

• March 17 to 19 - Grand Lake Boat Show in Vinita

Special Thanks To...

The Wagmoor - Dog boarding and obedience training in Grove.

Kennedy Homes - Besides the $5,000 builder credit to be used for Closing Costs or Builder Upgrades Kennedy Homes is offering for all contracts signed now-February 28, 2023, they are also inviting everyone to an Open House and South Grand Lake Chamber Ribbon Cutting at one of their recently completed Grand Lake homes on Thursday, February 16th from 4-7 PM. More details to come, but get in on your calendars now!

The Cove Club - Don't forget about The Cove Club as the new home for your banquets, parties, reunions and more in the South Grand Lake area. Plus... all the food, all the time.

Stone Creek Concepts - A full-service general construction company, specializing in new home construction, outdoor living spaces, stucco, brick, block, and hand-carved stone.

Pickles at the Lake - Your Langley hotspot for cold drinks and great friends.

The Dam Dog - Not just a hot dog, it's a DAM coney, in Langley.

Green Country Sliding Glass Door - The experts in sliding glass door repair and maintenance, serving Grand Lake and all of Northeast Oklahoma.

Grand Lake Watercraft - For all of your watercraft and power sports needs. Plus, they have some great gifts for the power sports fan in your life.

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