This Weekend at Grand Lake

Good Morning & Happy Thursday!

 You know why I like February?

Because you go from the middle of the month to the end of the month in one short week.

This means that NEXT weekend is Welcome Back Weekend, and I've seen several other Grand Lake area businesses jumping on board for the fun, so I'll have a bunch more on all of that next week.

But it's already been a pretty hectic morning and I need to hit the send button on this week's info, so here is what you need to know for this weekend at Grand Lake:

Lake Level - As of 9 am, the lake level is 742.6' with little generation. The water temperatures continue to inch up toward the mid-40s.

Chamber Lunch - Coming up here pretty quickly, at 11:30 on this Thursday, is the South Grand Chamber Monthly Membership lunch. The speaker this month is Tony Cordova from ProGuard Exterminators. Act quickly and give them (the Chamber) a shout if you want to attend.

Cancer Benefit & Fish Fry! - Saturday starting at 4 at the Copper Penny in Ketchum, come on out for a benefit Fish Fry and auction with live music from Southland Ride Band and John Thomas Band. Kids are welcome until 8 pm, and then the bands will play on into the night. Great fun for a great cause for everyone. Come on!

Orange Boom - So for those of you who have been on the lake, you might have noticed the orange containment booms at the mouth of Gray's Hollow.  Those are there to help contain a fuel spill that happened in the back of the cove a few days ago. GRDA has been on it since the spill happened and has enlisted the help of an environmental cleanup and restoration company that is working to remove the fuel. GRDA appreciates your help with boat traffic staying clear of the area while the cleanup takes place. No long-term impacts are expected.

Fishing Tournaments - For all of you fishing folks, here is a list of all of the upcoming fishing tournaments, through June, as provided by GRDA. Just a heads up, that Anglers in Action for June 3 and 4th - that's the annual Big Bass Bash!

Calling All Artists & Artisans -  Lendonwood Gardens is issuing its annual call for area artists and artisans to sign up for the 2023 Art in the Garden show set for Saturday, May 6, at the botanical garden in Grove. Area artists are invited to reserve booths for showing and selling their works at the annual show.  Exhibitors interested in participating in Art in the Garden may contact Stan Starts at 918-786-5300 or Lendonwood at 918-786-2938 for more information and to request a display space packet.

Eagle's Nest - 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!

Boater Safety Classes - GRDA's “Kyle Williams Safe Boating Courses” will again be offered at the GRDA Ecosystems and Education Center in Langley with an emphasis on boating safe, boating smart, and boating certified this summer. All courses will be held on Saturdays, on the following dates: March 11, April 8 and 22, May 6 and 13, June 3 and 24, July 22 and August 12. All courses will be held 8AM to 5PM.

You can register online at this link: https://grda.regfox.com/2023-kyle-williams-boating-safety-class.

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

• Nintendo Bowling | Friday, February 24, 2023 | 2:30 PM 

• Early Literacy Storytime | Monday, February 27, 2023 |  10:30 AM

• Chair Yoga | Monday, February 27, 2023 | 11:30 AM

• Art Attack | Monday, February 27, 2023 | 4:00 PM 

• Adult Craft | Tuesday, February 28, 2023 | 5:00 PM

Fun & Entertainment

Thursday, February 23rd

• Trivia at Mooney's - 6:30 pm (This is the last week!!)

• Casey West at Copper Penny - 8 pm

• Italian Buffet & Karaoke at Doc's

Friday, Feb 24th

• JR Neal at Doc's at Shangri-La 7 pm

• Fitzgibbon Band at Drunken Rooster - 8 pm

• Western Justice at R Bar Dance Hall in Grove - 8 pm

• Fireball Karaoke at Copper Penny - 9 pm

• Songwriters Showcase/Karaoke/Open Mike at Big Shots - 7 pm(?)

• Audio Crush at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm

• Blank Earth at Grand Lake Casino - 8 pm

Saturday, Feb 25th

• The Smith Brothers at Mooney's - 8 pm

• Reverse Reaction at The Drunken Rooster - 8 pm

• Big Country at R Bar Dance Hall in Grove - 8 pm

• Glam-R-Us at Pickles in Langley - 9 pm

• Terra Rouge Burlesque Show at Big Shots - 8 pm

• Left of Center at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm

• Mardi Gras Party at Monkey Island Pub - 8 pm

Tuesday, Feb 28th

• Tuesday Trivia at The Anchor (Last one of the season)

• March 3 to 5 - Welcome Back Weekend & Poker Run

• 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

• April 22 - Bootlegger's Ball

Special Thanks To...

Poly-Lift Boat Lifts - Simply the most trusted boat lift solution for knowledgeable boat owners. And, they include the best warranty in the business.

James Fields Cabinets - THE choice in the Grand Lake area for custom cabinets, trim work, and hand-crafted furniture. Give him a call today at (918) 977-0160.

No Wake Guide Service - Offering year-round charters for Spoonbill/Paddlefish, Catfish, Bowfishing, Crappie, and White Bass. Check out the website and get your trip booked today!

Home Improvements, LLC - Tim Taylor is your guy (really!) when it comes to remodeling, outside building projects, and painting in the Grand Lake area. 

TC's Tree Service & Lawn Care - TC's, out of Vinita, offers expert and insured tree services and lawn care throughout the Grand Lake area. Call (918) 323-6491 today to get a quote.

Serenity Point Resort and Rentals - Two beautiful vacation rentals just steps away from the iconic Serenity Point Marina. Check them out and book your stay today.

Notable Outdoor Living - Notable Outdoor Living on Hwy 59 North in Grove (Look for the Big Red Chair) has everything you need to make your Grand Lake area outdoor living area comfy and cozy. Check them out online anytime and get what you need to make this the best Grand Lake summer yet!

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. HERE is a link to the FB event for the Open House, including directions.

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.

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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