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This Weekend at Grand Lake - May 3, 2024
It's an Action-Packed Weekend!
Good Morning!
You know Grand Lake summertime fun is afoot when I’m back in your inbox on a Friday morning - so let’s do this!
I’ll be quick up top here so we can get into the details, but a couple of things…
The weather gooroos say there will be some rain and such, but, it sounds like most of it will be concentrated earlier in the day on Saturday.
So it should be that all those things happening Saturday afternoon and evening will be enjoying some perfect May at Grand Lake weather.
Plus, it should be beautiful in Downtown Grove tonight for Food Truck Friday.
Next… the lake. It has gotten big, and it now looks like a lot of the water they got in the ol’ Kansas watershed is starting to make its way into the lake.
And did you see that logjam (literally) up on the north end at the Highway 60 bridge?
I’m not sure if anything has happened with that, but the long and short of it is to be careful if you are on the lake this weekend. ESPECIALLY at night.
The lake hasn’t come up like this in a couple of years, so there is going to be a lot of debris.
All that said, the fun goes on! Be careful, head on a swivel, and let’s get to it!
Trouble On The Water?
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GRDA Lake Rules, updated 9/22
Today’s Sponsor:
The Market at 216 Ranch ( ← that is a link to their FB page) on Monkey Island offers a great selection of locally sourced products, true to their farm-to-table philosophy. The headliner is always the high-quality beef from the market's own family-owned Hereford cattle ranch, along with a variety of meats including pork, chicken, and seafood. Caleb is always smoking something (meats!), so you’ll typically find some killer brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and smoked chicken. Plus, lots of deliciousness from local vendors including delicious baked goods, side dishes, ready-to-heat meals, desserts, and a bunch of other things you didn’t know you needed. Most of you already know, but if you don’t, then you need to find your way to The Market at 216 Ranch today!
Lake Level - As of 7 am, the lake level was 746.3’ with gates open. But, the kicker is that inflows are still bigger than the outflows, so the lake continues to come up. You can monitor this info yourself HERE.
Grove Art Splash Weekend - It’s a busy weekend in Grove! Make sure to follow up with any venues to see if the weather is impacting events.
Grove City Wide Garage Sale is happening now through Sunday. Lots of hidden treasures to be found all over town.
Food Truck Friday happens on the city hall lawn in Downtown Grove tonight (Friday!) for the first Food Truck Friday of the year, with food trucks (duh), live music, games for the whole family, and, tonight, an Arts Festival hosted by the Imagine Grand Creative Alliance. The fun starts at 5 pm.
Grove Farmers Market begins its season Saturday morning at 8 under the pavilion on the city hall lawn.
Art in the Garden - Saturday morning at 9 is the annual Art in the Garden at Lendonwood Gardens in Grove. I’m not sure if they have a rain date scheduled or not. Here is more info on the event, and stay up to date on any changes on their FB page.
Celtic Day happens Saturday from 9 to 2 at Har-Ber Village Museum with the Tulsa Scottish Club on hand to help out. Again, follow up with Har-Ber Village to make sure the event is happening if it’s raining in the morning.
Pirates Poker Run - Cedar Port Marina is hosting it’s 1st annual Pirates Poker Run on Saturday, a fundraiser for Ketchum Schools lunch program. Get the details HERE, but it starts at 10 am and you can pick up chips by land or by Grand at Cedar Port, CYC Marina, Arrowhead Marina, and at Sharky’s/VIP Pizza. You can also get a bonus chip tonight (Friday) by eating dinner AT Sharky’s and celebrating their opening for 2024. Turn in chips and get your cards at Sharky’s between 6:30 and 7:30 pm and stick around for the Randy Ess Band.
Cinco de Poker Derby - Shenanigans are afoot on Monkey Island with the return of the Cinco de Poker Derby, a golf cart poker run and fiesta. Details are HERE. Registration is at 11:30 on Saturday at The Rex Center at Tera Miranda. Then, several stops along the Monkey Island Trail (which this event supports!) ending up at Big Shots just in time for the Kentucky Derby and more certified shenanigans.
Burning of the Socks - This annual family-fun event happens Saturday from 4 to 7 at Safe Harbor Harbors View Marina. Live music, lots of vendors, games for the kids, food and drinks from the Blind Swine, and a big ol’ fire to burn those socks!
Battlefield Anniversary Scramble - The Battlefield at Shangri-La is hosting a scramble on Sunday to celebrate its 1st anniversary. Lunch and libations at 11 lead up to a 1 pm shotgun start. The field might be full, but email [email protected] if you want to see if there is room for you.
The Grove Public Library - Check out the April Newsletter where you can see all of the upcoming events. As always, check out their FB page HERE for more info and updates.
Quick Hits:
One-Eyed Monkey, a new breakfast and lunch joint, is now open next to Keagan’s Coffee at Littlefield’s Corner on Monkey Island.
Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting early Cinco de Mayo celebration tonight (Friday) at 5 pm at Grand Lake Lawn Supply on Monkey Island.
First Friday Wine Share in Grove happens tonight from 6 to 7:30 at Quail Ridge Golf Course. Always a great time and everyone is welcome.
Yoga on the Lawn at Doc’s at Shangri-La starts this Saturday at 8 am - weather permitting.
There will be no yoga this Saturday at Thousand Oaks Resort in Langley.
Nichols Marine is hosting an in-water boat show Saturday and Sunday from 10 to 4 on Dock 1 at Shangri-La Marina.
The Saturday Market in Langley begins its season Saturday morning at 9, just north of Reasors. Weather permitting, I’m guessing…
Singo happens at The Anchor Saturday at 3 pm.
Dinko de Mayo Pickleball Mixer is Saturday at 7 pm at The Anchor.
LiveBliss is hosting Yoga in the Garden on Sunday morning at 10 at Lendonwood Gardens in Grove - weather permitting.
As always, visit the Events page for info on this happening soon around the lake.
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Fun & Entertainment
Note - If there is music happening around the lake and it’s not included here, it’s because folks haven’t let me know, and/or, even as of Thursday morning, there isn’t anything on Facebook. Just sayin’.
Friday, May 3
Ryan Graham at Blind Swine Duck Creek - 6 ish (Creole Shrimp Boil)
Mark Gibson at Doc’s - 6 ish
Clint & Frank at Mooney’s - 8 ish
DJ Mo at Sharky’s - 8 ish
D’Elegantz at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm
Borrowed Money at Grand Lake Casino - 8 pm
Robbi Bell at Blind Swine Monkey Island - 9 ish
DJ Kennedy RockStar Karaoke (??) at Big Shots - 9
Karaoke at Copper Penny - 9
Saturday, May 4
Dakota Murrillo Band at Burning of the Socks - 4 pm
Pullen Strings at Willow Park Marina - 4 pm
Dustin Chadwell Duo at Blind Swine Duck Creek - 6 ish
Barrett Lewis Band at Mooney’s - 8:30 ish
Jump Suit Love at Drunken Rooster - 8 pm
Randy Ess Band at Sharky’s - 8 ish
Gypsy Highway 66 at R Bar Dance Hall and Saloon - 8 ish?
Libby Starks at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm
Magen Faulconer at Blind Swine Monkey Island - 9 ish
DJ K Bandito at Big Shots - 9 ish
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Grand Lake Lawn Care helps home and business owners from Langley to Monkey Island with all of their lawn and landscape needs.
The Quarterdeck at Tera Miranda Resort is now open at 11 am Friday, Saturday, and Sunday - it’s lake time!
PRIME Meats, Eats and Sweets is open for the season in Ketchum. Great meats, homemade treats, and even an awesome deli with delicious sandwiches.
Duck Creek Boat Club and Rentals is offering BIG discounts to full-time Grand Lake residents when you sign up in April. Call (918) 500-6491 for details.
Longs Resort on Grand is the perfect getaway spot IN Grove, located on the lake but just minutes from all Grove has to offer.
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Safe Harbor Harbors View Marina is gearing up for another outstanding Grand Lake season. Are you ready to join them?
R&D Lawn Care is the call to make for all of your lawn and landscape needs in the Grand Lake area.
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Thanks for reading, and I hope you have a Grand Weekend! ~ Geoff