When people first learn about Gruene, a historic district in New Braunels, most folks think it’s pronounced groon, grew-een, or grew-in. And maybe even “grew-nee.” Bet you’ll never guess how it’s really pronounced. Even many native Texans get it wrong! Gruene is pronounced “green.” This place is as intriguing as its name and it’s only…
Did you know there’s a San Marcos Amazon facility? The 855,000-square-foot distribution warehouse facility is a robotics fulfillment center. Only 15 out of the 50 Amazon fulfillment centers have robotics and San Marcos is one of them. The robots bring moveable shelves to employees at ergonomic workstations where they get the items ready for delivery.…
Looking for things to do in San Marcos? How does a three-day event with 100-plus bands, comedians, films, and artists sound? That’s all happening at SM Fest from March 15-18. The event takes place right by the San Marcos River and they even encourage you to take a dip in the river to get the…
One of the nicest things about living in San Marcos is that you have many options for a staycation. Be it a weekend trip, spring break trip, or Hill Country day trips. Discovering all that the Hill Country has to offer will keep you busy for a long time. People living in TRACE in San…
Last year, San Marcos CISD selected TRACE as the location for its new elementary school. Recently, the board received an update with renderings of the elementary school at TRACE. The elementary school at TRACE will be near Posey Road and I-35. TRACE is donating about 12 acres to San Marcos schools to be used for…
When people think of music in Texas, Austin tends to come to mind. However, you’re in for a surprise as there are fantastic places to go for live music in San Marcos. Two popular San Marcos music venues are The Marc and Cheatham Street Warehouse. The Marc is an award-winning live music venue and nightclub.…
In your search for new homes in San Marcos, be sure to check out the vibrant TRACE community located at the edge of the Texas Hill Country off Posey Road and I-35. In designing our community, TRACE looked at many San Marcos builders to find the right ones to help develop our community. On our…
Are you looking for date night ideas in San Marcos for Valentine’s Day? One way to celebrate all weekend is to go on a perfect hill country getaway. If you want to stay closer to home and make a day or evening of it, here are six suggestions for an awesome Valentine’s Day date night…
If you’re looking at new homes in San Marcos and you want to be a part of a community with a legendary past and a revolutionary future, you’ll want to add TRACE in San Marcos to your list. The community offers modern living and amazing amenities located among the historic El Camino de Nacogdoches trail…
Did you know one of the best Texas music venues is right here in San Marcos? Instead of driving to San Antonio or Austin, head to the iconic Cheatham Street Warehouse. More than 100 years old, this institution is the place to go listen to live music in San Marcos. The Birth of a Foundation…