This Weekend at Grand Lake

Good Morning!

First, let me say to the Veterans that this newsletter reaches: Thank you for your sacrifices, for your valor, for the things you carry, for protecting us, and for defending our rights. None of this is possible without you. Thank YOU.

So, that run of spring weather in Fall has moved out the door and now it’s feeling like it should out there - which is cool and crisp with a hint of the holidays in the air.

And to that end, it’s another big holiday shopping weekend around the lake.

So, let’s got to it: here is what you need to know for this weekend a Grand Lake!

Lake Level - As of 8 a.m., the lake level is 742.68’, with minimal generation. Water temps are in the upper 50s for the most part.

The Thin Place - This play wraps up its run at Playmakers (to rave reviews, by the way) tonight (Thursday!), Friday night, and Sunday afternoon. Details HERE.

Christmas Open House - Head to Grove for the Grove Merchants' Christmas Open House on Friday and Saturday for a great shopping weekend! You will find bargains galore along with drawings, refreshments, and other fun things to do. See a couple of flyers with all of the participating merchants HERE.

Church Bazaar and Bake Sale - This popular annual event happens from 10 to 4 on Friday and Saturday from 9 to 3 at Foundation Free Will Baptist Church, North of Grove on Hwy 59. Tons of great stuff, some awesome raffle prizes, and, well, a bake sale. Come on!

Chili and Bloody Marys! - The Heart of Monkey Island is hosting a Chili Cook-Off and Bloody Mary or Maria Contest and Live Auction to raise money for Christmas for kiddos this Saturday at Big Shots on Monkey Island. For those who want to participate, it is a cook-on-site chili contest. Cooking starts at 9 am and ground beef is being donated and given out at that time. Those who want to enter the Bloody Mary/ Maria contest will need to have them turned in by 11 am. It will be hosted on the patio of Shebangs. Live auction is at noon! Chili judging and tasting will start at 1 p.m. Great times for a Great Cause!

Sanders Benefit - Any of you who have spent any time in and around Disney the past 20ish years know of the service to the community of the Sanders family. Well, they have been dealt a bad health hand, and need everyone’s help. So, the community is stepping up on Saturday with a Fundraising Lunch and Auction starting at 11 am at Disney City Hall. Indian Tacos, BBQ sandwiches, a silent auction, and a live auction at 2. If you want to help but can’t make the event, contributions can be mailed to the Town of Disney, attention Lisa Cookson.

Pickleball Mixer - Friday evening from 7 to 9 it is a S’mores and Pours Pickleball Mixer at The Anchor. It’s open to the public, and your $20 entry even gets you a drink ticket. Sweet!

Bluegrass - Grass Mountain Trailhead will perform at a River Ridge Bluegrass Association show on Saturday night at 6:00 at Grove Middle School. Tickets are $5 at the door. Plus, they will have chili… and pie!

Yoga - A free practice (well, donations are encouraged) takes place at 6 pm on Thursdays and 10 am every Saturday morning at The Black Oak Barn at Thousand Oaks Resort near Langley. Keep to the right and follow the signs to the barn. Everyone is welcome!

The Grove Public Library always has a busy week with activities for every age group. Check out their FB page HERE for ongoing events and details.

Briefs & A Look Ahead:

• Still Waters Salon and Day Spa is hosting an Open House at their location at 27 W. 3rd in Grove tonight from 4 to 7. Food, drinks, discounts, and a chance to win fabulous prizes!

• Grand Lake Hair Co, in the new Grand Towne Center near Langley, is hosting a Ribbon Cutting Friday at 4:30 pm.

• Grand Lake Sailing Club is having its Flotilla this weekend. So that is what all of those sailboats are doing out there. And the weather should be perfect for them.

• There is a Christmas Tree Stained Glass Workshop this Saturday at Noon at Har-Ber Village. Call to reserve your spot.

• Jana Jae’s Gallery Southwest is hosting a Meet The Artists even during the Open House on Saturday from 1 to 4 pm.

• Mooney’s has moved to Winter hours: Closed Monday and Tues, Open at 4 Wed & Thurs, and open at Noon Friday -Sunday.

• The Grill at Indian Hills has moved to Winter hours - Thursday through Sunday, 7 am to 2 pm.

• Tuesday Trivia at The Anchor starts at 7 pm.

• Santa Paws Pet Photos at Second Chance Pet Rescue in Grove will be next Friday and Saturday.

• The Grove Ice Rink will open for the season on November 24th and be open every Friday 6-10 PM, Saturday 3-10 PM, and Sunday 3-8 PM through Dec. 31st.

• Mark your calendars for Dec 9th - the date of the Christmas Light Boat Parade in Duck Creek and the Grove Lighted Christmas Parade.

• As always, visit the Events page of the website for what is on the horizon at Grand Lake.

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 Friday morning, there isn’t anything on Facebook. Just sayin’.

Thursday, November 9th

• Trivia Night at Mooney’s - 7:30 pm

• Karaoke at Doc’s

• Karaoke at Drunken Rooster

• Karaoke with KJ Flip at Big Shots

Friday, November 10th

• Scott Musick at Doc’s - 7 pm

• Eli Howard and the Greater Good with Special Guest Dakota Murillo at Road Hog Saloon - 7:30 pm

• Rusty Myers at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm

• Another Alibi at Grand Lake Casino - 8 pm

• DJ Laid Back Larry at R Bar Dance Hall and Saloon - 8 pm

• Pullen Strings & Co at Pickles - 9 pm

• Fireball and Karaoke at Copper Penny - 9 pm

• DJ & Karaoke at Big Shots

Saturday, November 11th

• Barrett Lewis at Mooney’s - 8 pm

• Reverse Reaction at Drunken Rooster - 8 pm

• Brandon Butler Band at Cherokee Casino Grove - 8 pm

• Copenhagen Bandit Comedy at R Bar Dance Hall and Saloon - 9 pm

• DJ and Karaoke at Big Shots

Special Thanks To:

The Lake Lodge is a brand-new place to stay near Grove that includes covered, pull-through parking for you weekend fishing warriors. Awesome!

Grand Lake Watercraft is your boating, watercraft, and power sports headquarters in Grove. Give Cody a call now to get your winterization scheduled!

Summerhill Ranch near Grove is an impressive Grand Lake retreat that is perfect for reunions, weddings, and so much more.

The Outback Co is the portable toilet provider you need for your next Grand Lake area event. Also providing septic service and pumping.

Brooks Wilson Art features beautiful wood and waterfowl carvings, and now even more new mediums. Find the gallery near Langley.

The Golf Cart Guyz is under new ownership and ready to help you with ALL of your golf cart needs - sales, service, rentals, and customization.

Blingle Premier Lighting is ready to help you with all of your exterior lighting needs. From homes to docks to businesses and marinas, Blingle has your permanent, event, and holiday lighting needs covered.

Unsalted Waters Chartering will be bringing a brand-new charter experience to Grand Lake next spring. Stay tuned for details on planning your trip!

Chasin Tail Guide Service is ready to put you on the big spoonbills! Visit the website and book your trip today!

Brent’s Mobile Welding is insured and ready to make your dream designs come to life - one weld at a time!

GLOC Aviation offers helicopter tours of Grand Lake and the surrounding area out of the Ketchum Airport. Awesome!

Dan Davis Law has 30 years of experience representing injury victims all over Oklahoma, including in the Grand Lake area.

Spider Lift Boat Covers specializes in custom, automatic boat covers designed to protect your boat while also getting you on and off the water quickly.

TNT Insurance in Ketchum is the call to make for ALL of your insurance needs around the lake.

Lake Point Cottages is a quaint, Cape-Cod-like development along the Elk River arm of the lake near Grove. With 2 cute cabins and a retro-chic house, you’ve got to check it out.

Tee Time Hideaway is an awesome golf-themed condo rental at Shangri-La. You’ve got to see it!

Indian Hills Marina has it all - boats for sale, a full-service marina, cabins, and a great restaurant. Check them out today!

McMillian Welding specializes in custom staircases and handrails for commercial or residential projects, plus any other custom fabrication you might need.

This South Grand Rental with Dock is an ideal lakefront vacation rental for you lake lovers. Check it out!

Featured Grand Lake Real Estate

Besides these featured Grand Lake real estate listings below, you can find more featured listings plus all you need to know about real estate at Grand Lake here:

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.

Find what you are looking for at GrandLakeLiving.com

Thanks for reading, and I hope you have a Grand Weekend! ~ Geoff