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The complete February calendar is posted at http://www.gruenehall.com These are a few of the
highlights.You can also read the newsletter on-line at  http://www.gruenehall.com/newsletter.html
 

Tickets available on-line, by phone at 830-629-5077,
or buy them at Gruene Hall!

Thurs.  Feb. 14th - Valentine's Day Concert!

Pat Green’s "Dance Halls & Dreamers" is an all-access look at Texas’ legendary music venues and the musicians who make them great. Author Luke Gilliam and photographer Guy Rogers take readers into a day in the life of the people who make the Texas music scene flourish through candid interviews and more than 200 action-packed color photos. Each of the 10 chapters chronicle the activities and atmosphere as everyone prepares the parties at the biggest show in town. Texas icon and three-time Grammy nominee Pat Green shares his memories and favorite stories of each venue. He also gives fans a backstage pass into his world at a performance at his favorite dance hall, Gruene Hall.  Sorry, this show is sold out.
 
 

  Jason Allen Band  - Sunday, Feb. 24th   (no cover charge)

Benefit for Connections Individual & Family Services, Inc.
February 24, 2008,  6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Play It Fore-ward Party and Auction!

Come on out to Gruene Hall for a great time, while giving towards a good cause! The Jason Allen Band play from 4-8 pm and admission is free! Live and silent auctions will take place, and come hungry, since Rudy’s BBQ will be there. Food tickets will be available for just $5. All proceeds from the food and auctions will benefit Connections, a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide opportunities for change and growth in the communities that  they serve in South Central Texas. Visit the Connections website for more information on their services.
 
 

     "Texas Dance Halls: A Two-Step Circuit"

Gail Folkins and Texas Tech University Press have published a new book called "Texas Dance Halls: A Two-Step Circuit". The book gives a great history and description of Gruene Hall, and other dance halls around Texas, and features the photography by J. Marcus Weekley.  Gail Folkins is a writer and English instructor in Austin, Texas, that often writes about her deep roots in the American West. You can order a copy from here!
 
 

    Free entree w/ purchase*

A TEXAS ORIGINAL SINCE 1977.  For over 30 years the Gristmill has built their reputation by serving good food with friendly service in an authentic century-old cotton gin overlooking the scenic Guadalupe River, just behind Texas' Oldest Dancehall in Gruene Historic District. They continue to proudly serve our state's favorite fare including juicy steaks and burgers, tender chicken and fish and refreshing salads complemented by an array of appetizers, veggies and scrumptious desserts.
The Gristmill invites you once again to kick back in our cozy atmosphere, enjoy a roaring fireplace while sipping on homemade hot apple cider or a selection from our great wine list, and let them thank you for your patronage. The Gristmill always offered great food, great prices, and a great experience. Not they are adding a great opportunity....a free meal!  Get your Gristmill coupon  * here!
 

The Gruene Music & Wine Fest made a record breaking donation this year.  A record breaking $52,702.76 was raised for the United Way of Comal County at the recent 21st Annual Gruene Music & Wine Fest, held in October 2007.  Sponsors Pat Molak and Mary Jane Nalley, owners of Gruene Hall, Mattson Rainer, General Manager for KNBT 92.1 FM Radio New Braunfels, Jack Farris, Senior VP of Chase Bank in San Antonio and Gruene Hall fave Stoney LaRue presented the donation check to several board members of the Comal County United Way in front of Gruene Hall.

Coming in March: the subdudes, Joe Ely Band w/special guest Ryan Bingham, Hacienda Brothers, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Jason Boland and the Stragglers, Roger Creager, Jerry Jeff Walker, Adrienne Young and Little Sadie, Fred Eaglesmith's Texas Weekend and the 24th Annual Texas Summer Nights.....and more......!