The Grass is Always Gruene

The Texas Hill Country is the next door neighbor to good ole San Anton. The Hill Country is home to many gems including one of the greatest small towns in the state. Located along the Guadalupe River, Gruene, TX is home to the state's "oldest continually operating and most famous dance hall"- Gruene Hall. What started out as an 1800s dancehall has turned into a world famous venue. Famous musicians and artists have been performing here for decades. Your sure to catch someone exciting on a Friday or Saturday night. For a list of famous artists who have performed at Gruene Hall, click here. Ticket prices vary but are very affordable, usually $10-35/person. Whoever you see performing, your sure to work up an appetite. Located behind Gruene Hall is a delicious restaurant, the Gristmill. Open since 1977, the Gristmill stays in historic fashion with the rest of the town as the main building is an original cotton gin. You can learn more about the menu here.

Photo courtesy of gruenehall.com

Gruene, TX has remained true to its roots by saving the integrity of the businesses and people that founded this cute southern town. As you stroll through the strees of Gruene, enjoy live music in the dancehall, and satisfy your appetite with a delicious meal at the Gristmill, take the time to reflect on the foundation of your own marriage and family. What things are important to you? What standards or goals do you want to live by? Discuss these important things with your spouse. With the speed at which life seems to fly by these days, it's important to go back to roots every now and then and remember what things are truly important to your marriage. Doing this will help you stay on course together and build unity and confidence in one another.