Shangri-La
June 22, 2017
This is the most exciting week we’ve had at Shangri-La in quite a while. Friday afternoon at 4:00, we will host Grand Opening Ceremonies for our new resort hotel. We’ll have complimentary beverages & light hors d’ oeuvres an...
The Grand Lake Bum
June 22, 2017
Friday is a big day for a big economic boost for Grand Lake. It’s the Grand Opening date for Shangri-La’s new resort hotel (4:00 p.m.). The place has already caught a lot of attention both in local publications and other not-so-loca...
TowBoatUS Grand Lake
June 20, 2017
The fatalities over the weekend of an 11-year-old girl in New Jersey and 19-year-old young man in Ohio are bringing scrutiny to an age-old summer ritual that’s common on waterfronts across America: swimming near boat docks. Initial r...
Events at Grand Lake Oklahoma
June 19, 2017
Nothing is as iconically American as the Fourth of July. Towns and communities throughout the Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees area will be celebrating the Fourth of July with a myriad of events this year. The options are almost limitless in and around Grand L...
Jewels From The Word
June 19, 2017
I’ve always been proud of my maiden name Hightower, a combination of the words ‘high’ and ‘tower’ so that the combined meaning refers to a high or tall tower. When I first became aware of the meanings of words, my unusual last name...
Steve Pace Grand Lake Golf Report
June 19, 2017
GOLF FACT OF THE WEEK The first golf balls used in the 16th century are believed to have been made of wood. SHANGRI-LA GOLF CLUB -Monkey Island - The New HOTEL Grand Opening is June 24 at 4 pm. - 2nd Annual Shangri-La Couples Invitational - Augus...
Events at Grand Lake Oklahoma
June 16, 2017
Har-Ber Village Museum, in Grove, is hosting its fifth annual Ecology and Environment Day on Saturday, June 17. A wide variety of hands-on activities will be available, inviting visitors to explore our region’s resources, as well as environmentally friend...
Events at Grand Lake Oklahoma
June 15, 2017
Ticket Sales for Popular Annual Event End June 10. The lobsters are coming! The lobsters are coming! And, if you want to be dipping your lobster in drawn butter at the eighth annual Lobsterfest, now is the time to get your tickets. Lobsterfest is set for Friday...
Events at Grand Lake Oklahoma
June 15, 2017
Oklahoma Lt. Gov. Todd Lamb will highlight the list of speakers at the formal grand opening and dedication ceremonies for Shangri-La’s new Resort Hotel, located at the tip of Monkey Island on Oklahoma’s Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees. The public ...
Shangri-La
June 15, 2017
We are excited to be putting the finishing touches on our new Resort Hotel in preparation for our Grand Opening Ceremonies at 4:00 p.m. Friday, June 23.As you are probably aware, our Food & Beverage Department has been extremely busy getting multiple v...
Events at Grand Lake Oklahoma
June 14, 2017
Sigmund Freud once said, “I cannot think of any need in childhood as strong as the need for a father’s protection,” and whether it be your father, stepfather or any other kind of father figure in your life, each one of them deserves to feel th...
Grand River Dam Authority
June 14, 2017
With the water season upon us, it is important to remember that our safety should take priority to the fun that is waiting on the waters of our lakes and rivers. A day of fun can turn tragic in a matter of seconds, so being prepared ahead of time will help redu...
