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This Weekend at Grand Lake
A busy April weekend on tap...
Good Morning!
It’s a busy weekend around Grand Lake, so feel free to jump on past my ramblings and check out all the details below.
But if you want to read my ramblings…
First, thanks to those of you who reached out to help me with what I do here.
After about a 3 hour focused work block last weekend, I realized I was just behind and a little overwhelmed, so I think I’m back on track.
So, for now and for better or worse, it’s still just little ol’ me driving this train. Or boat. A boat would be a better metaphor.
Next, not sure if anyone has noticed, but I’ve made some changes to the Business Directory on the website.
No more free lunches! Wait, how about no more free boat rides!
What I mean is that I’ve removed the “free “ business listings from the directory.
They didn’t provide any value to you, or the businesses that had the free listings, and they diverted attention away from all of the great area businesses that HAVE invested to be a part of this website, newsletter, and brand.
Now, if you’ve got a business that should be included, you want to be included, or that I’ve messed up on, let me know.
And this would be your friendly reminder that there is a whole market of potential buyers, clients, and customers that are not on Facebook. It’s true.
You can reply to this email or send me an email at [email protected]. Heck, you can even give me a call at (918) 261-8886.
And while there aren’t wholesale obvious changes, I am working on the website every day (well, most days) to make it the most valuable online resource for all things Grand Lake. Let me know what you’d like to see on there.
Alright, I’ve got more to say, but we’ll save it for another time.
Here is what you need to know for this busy April weekend at Grand Lake!
This Week’s Sponsor:
PRIME Meats, Eats & Sweets is Ketchum’s specialty grocery store with all sorts of great, house-made-with-love deliciousness. If you haven’t been, you need to stop in. They are open 10 am to 5:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday. And did you know that they will make you a killer deli sandwich, just the way you like it? It’s true. Find them on Facebook to see what’s happening each week HERE.
Lake Level - As of 8 am, the lake level is 742.69’ with intermittent generation. The lake is still murky with water temps in the mid-50s. We haven’t got much rain at the lake in a bit, but I think way up north in the Kansas watershed they got some pretty good rains last night, so that will make its way here eventually.
Civil War Era Days - This weekend at Har-Ber Village, it’s time for the annual Civil War Era Days celebration with period reenactments, demonstrations, and more. Friday is Educator Day, and then Saturday and Sunday are open to all. More details HERE.
Grand Lake Youth Art Show - Happening this Friday and Saturday at the Grove Community Center in Downtown Grove. This event is sponsored by the Brush and Palette Art Gallery and is free to the public. Friday the 21st will be the judging of the entries and public viewing from 10 am – 6 pm. Saturday will be more viewing from 10 am to 4 pm with a reception from Noon to 4. For more information come by the Gallery on 18 W 4th Street in Grove or call (918) 786-9698.
Earth Day Celebration - GRDA and the City of Grove, along with several other local and state organizations, are teaming up for an Earth Day Celebration on Saturday from 10 to 2 on the lawn at the Grove Community Center. Lots of fun and educational opportunities for the whole family. More HERE.
Fun at The Anchor - there are a couple of fun things happening at The Anchor this weekend. Saturday and Sunday it’s the Spring Open Pickleball Tournament, and the Major League WiffleBall players will be having a meet and greet on Saturday at 4:30, and I think a couple of exhibitions happening Friday at 10 pm and Saturday at 8 pm. Check out The Anchor’s FB page fore details here.
Movie on the Lawn - It’s a family-friendly movie night at the Grove City Soccer Field on Saturday night at 7:30 pm. All are welcome. It’s sponsored by the Grand Lake YMCA and there is no charge, but donations toward the Annual Campaign are gladly accepted.
You Make My Frame Shake - Continues this weekend at Grove Playmakers with performances tonight (Thursday!) at 7:30, Friday at 7:30, and Sunday at 2:00. Performances next week on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. RESERVATIONS FOR SEATS: Adults: $15 ea. Students: $8 ea. Leave a message with a name and call back number at (918)786 8950 or email [email protected] and they will contact you to confirm.
Bootleggers - The South Grand Chamber annual Bootleggers Ball and Murder Mystery Dinner is Saturday at 6 pm at Shangri-La. But you alredy knew that because it’s sold out. Consider this your friendly reminder.
Online Auction - The Friends of the Langley Library annual online benefit auction is happening now through April 28th. This Link takes you to where you need to be to see the auction and bid now. Check it out!
Fireworks - It’s never too early to talk about fireworks at Grand Lake. Duck Creek is set for Tuesday the 4th (more on the Duck Creek Fireworks & Air Show HERE) and the Grand Lake Fireworks in Disney is set for the 3rd. Haven’t heard yet on Monkey Island or Grove. Anybody got an intel on those?
Fireworks 5K - Speaking of Fireworks, the Grand Lake Fireworks folks, in conjunction with the Cherokee Nation, are hosting their annual fireworks fundraising Pensacola Dam 5k next Saturday, the 29th. Details and registration can be found HERE.
Grove Public Library - Lots of things happening, as usual, at the Grove Public Library. Make sure to follow them on Facebook HERE for updates.
Fun & Entertainment
Thursday, April 20th
Karaoke & Singo at Doc’s - 7 pm
Karaoke with DJ Kennedy at Drunken Rooster - 8 pm
Friday, April 21st
Kelly Luttrell at Bella Donna’s - 6 pm
Scott Musick at Doc’s - 7 pm
Redbud Bandits at R Bar Dance Hall & Saloon - 8 pm
Erin Fitzgibbon at Big Shots - 7 pm
Uncrowned Kings at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm
Travis Kidd at Grand Lake Casino - 8 pm
Casey West at Pickles - 9 pm
Fireball Karaoke at Copper Penny - 9 pm
DJ Eric Alaniz at Big Shots - 10 pm
Saturday, April 22nd
Clint & Frank at Mooney’s - 8 pm
RockFiscH at Drunken Rooster - 8 pm
Dustin Treibar at R Bar Dance Hall & Saloon - 8 pm
Old Bulldog Band at Big Shots - 7 pm
Rusty Meyers at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm
Faulconer Duo at Road Hog - 8 pm
DJ Kennedy at Monkey Island Pub - 9 pm
DJ Mo at Big Shots - 10 pm
Wednesdays through April - 1/2 Price arcade and VR games at The Anchor
Special Thanks To…
Long’s Resort in Grove is the quintessential Grand Lake getaway. Perfect little cabins, right on the water, fishing out your door. It’s like a Grand Lake postcard!
Tulsa Mosquito Control wants to help you take back your Grand Lake yard! Long-lasting and effective treatments to help keep your home and lawn pest free. See how they can help you make the most of your Grand Lake livin’!
Grand Lake Vacation Properties - With eight (8!!) beautiful vacation rental properties to choose from, you are sure to find that perfect place for your Grand Lake getaway.
Spider Busters specializes in quality and effective, eco-friendly high-pressure cleaning pest control treatment for docks, marinas and condo associations. Now offering ALL Grand Lake Marinas a FREE Fall or Winter treatment when they sign up for the 2023 season (but spots for this season schedule are filling FAST, so don't delay!).
AirCare Heat and Air - Apologies to Jonmark, I had the link wrong in last week’s email. It’s correct now, so click the link to see how AirCare Heat and Air can help you.
PRIME Meats, Eats & Sweets - On Hwy 85 in Ketchum, PRIME is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 to 5:30 with hand-cut steaks and lots of homemade goodies for your Grand Lake weekend.
The Market at 216 Ranch - Your Monkey Island Go-To for great steaks and all sorts of awesome specialty foods. Open 2 to 5 on Thursday, 9 to 5 on Friday and 9 to 1 on Saturday.
The Quarterdeck - Now open on Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Follow their FB page for the latest and specials.
Grand Life Vacation Rentals - Now with 13 vacation rental homes in Langley, Ketchum, and Monkey Island (and 4 more coming by summer!), Grand Life Vacation Rentals should be the first place you check out when looking for a vacation rental in the Grand Lake area.
Grand Lake Love Wedding Venue is now setting dates for 2023 and beyond! Click the link to learn about Grand Lake’s newest venue, which offers a beautiful lakefront setting for your intimate wedding on Monkey Island.
JT Septic - Did you know that JT Septic is now offering porta johns for construction, private and public event rentals. Now you do - give them a shout for ALL of your septic and porta needs.
Wildwood Cove Resort - Offering a beautiful setting with cabins and RV spots on Drowning Creek. And, their new lakefront restaurant (seasonal lake access), The Fire Pit, is now open on weekends! Their Facebook page - HERE - is the best place for info on the restaurant.
Safe Harbor Harbors View Marina - Ramping up for another great season, Safe Harbor Harbors View Marina is a Duck Creek landmark. It’s a full-service marina with slip rentals, marine gas, ship store, boutique - and cabin rentals. Come say Hi! (Psst.. Burning of the Socks is set for May 6th!)
Grand Lighting has extended its 20% Off Special through April for your Grand Lake area home, business, dock, patio, pool, and pergolas! Call or text (918) 260-5807 for more info.
Morey’s Landing - Beautiful new rental cabin at the mouth of Ghost Hollow - plus a great vacation rental IN Disney.
FloatingMats.com - It’s time to order that new floating mat for the summer. Click the link and do it now.
Nova Water offers free in-home water testing for Grand Lake area homeowners by clicking HERE or calling (918) 509-4100 for an appointment.
Featured Grand Lake Real Estate
Tera Miranda Lots For Sale
Don’t miss out on this rare chance to build your dream home on Monkey Island. Tera Miranda has 5 remaining residential building lots for sale, ranging in proce from $45,000 to $62,500. Contact Kelly at Tera Miranda for more info at (918) 257-4274.
