The Gathering Barn at Diamond R Ranch

06/10/2026

YES! That is me officiating my very first wedding! I can't even begin to express what a tremendous honor and blessing it was for me to join this amazing couple in Holy Matrimony. From the moment we met when they came to tour The Gathering Barn, we hoped it would be a relationship that would last well beyond their wedding day.
💎 As I was preparing for their ceremony, praying for just the right Scriptures and words, the magnitude of it all was almost overwhelming. As the wedding day approached, I knew I was ready. As we're about to get started, I caught a glimpse of the Bride in the window as she walked to the front door and I started to get choked up. Tears were gonna flow if I didn't do something fast so I bit my lip so hard I thought I was going to be gushing blood. Whew. Crisis averted. Well, the ceremony was absolutely perfect as was the rest of the day. To God get ALL the glory!
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The Gathering Barn is conveniently located just south of Harrison, Arkansas in Marble Falls. We would love to show you what makes us different. You can give my Daughter Sarah a call or text at 870.577.3477 for more information. And, if you need an Officiant for your wedding, look no further! Thank you!
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Romans 12:10
Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.

06/05/2026

WHAT MAKES The Gathering Barn DIFFERENT?!?
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Let me tell you...
We offer so much more than your average venue. Since The Gathering Barn sits on twenty acres, we're able to offer, at no extra cost, to have a ton of outdoor options, such as Co****le, Volleyball, Horseshoes, even Croquet! You want to toss our football or kick around our soccer balls, you got it! You have the freedom to expand your party to the outside, removing the limitations of having your party at a place that is available for indoor only use.
💎 BUT the best option... if you want to rent a mechanical Bull, we can help you do that. We've got the perfect venue for your special family or company events!
We also have a few firepits! Who doesn't love a good S'mores!? We supply a bunch of wood to get you started. No extra charge!
💎 Indoors, you ask? What can we do that others can't? Because we're 4,000 sqft, we have more than enough room for indoor activities such as an indoor bounce house and ball-pit!! And still have more than enough room for your party's set up!
Piñata?? Yup. We can handle that as well!
Let's not forget that we have a Game Room stocked with a bunch of games for all ages. We encourage you, if you wish, to set up some of the games out in the main area of The Gathering Barn!
💎 WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT... So much more. As a Mother-Daughter Team, we're committed to making sure everything is perfect for your party.
💎 Please consider The Gathering Barn for your family gatherings (see what I did there.) Give Sarah a call or text at 870.577.3477.
Thank you. You won't be disappointed.
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Philippians 4:19
And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

06/02/2026

It's not too early to book your Christmas Party or your Holiday celebrations at The Gathering Barn!! Let us do the Christmas decorating for you! Last Christmas season we were almost fully booked, so please consider The Gathering Barn for your Company party or family gathering.
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We are conveniently located in Marble Falls, Arkansas, just south of Harrison. (Two acres of our twenty acres is in Harrison and the remaining acreage is in Marble Falls.) A whopping 4,000 Square Feet of usable space PLUS we spared no expense on our Air Conditioning and Heat throughout the entire building!
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There are many things that totally sets us apart from most Event Venues...
🎄🎄We have a flexible payment schedule. 🎄🎄We have no hidden fees or add-on costs.
🎄🎄We have honest and upfront with our pricing.
🎄🎄The Gathering Barn is FULLY Handicap-Accessible, with Handicap-Accessible stalls in both bathrooms, size-inclusive doorways, and designated parking areas.
🎄🎄We have a fully stocked Game Room and outdoor games, such as Co****le, Volleyball, horseshoes, and soccer balls, at no extra charge.
🎄🎄We have 4 Firepits, free of charge. And we supply a LOT of wood!
🎄🎄Our Kitchenette has just about everything you might need, such as warmers, Crock pots, drink dispensers, tongs, and utensils, again at no extra cost to you.
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The Gathering Barn is the perfect venue to host your Wedding and Reception, Birthday parties, Quinceañeras, Company Events, Graduation parties, Family Reunions, Christmas Parties and so much more, any time of the year!
Please give my Daughter Sarah a call to schedule a tour. You can call or text her at 870.577.3477. Thank you. You won't be disappointed!!
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Philippians 4:19
And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

05/16/2026

We're hoping a future Bride and Groom have these guys at a wedding at The Gathering Barn!
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05/16/2026

What a blessing! Recently, we had the sweetest compliment from a future Bride that came to The Gathering Barn for a tour of our Venue. My Daughter Sarah and I really hit it off with this young couple. They were really pleased with our flexible payment schedule and all that is included at no extra cost. We enjoyed hearing about how they met and how he proposed. We listened intently to the things she was hoping she could have at her wedding.
As we finished the tour, they said they had a couple of other venues to see. We were a little disappointed but encouraged them to do so. Well, not even two hours later, the Bride contacted us and said they were choosing us.
The reason?? US!! ME AND MY DAUGHTER SARAH! WE WERE THE REASON THEY PICKED THE GATHERING BARN!! How cool is THAT!?!
They loved that we are Mother and Daughter working together to fulfill our dream of a very successful event Venue. It really is a dream to be working closely with my Daughter, who I birthed just over 29 years ago. This couple appreciated how much we listened and were willing to work with them, offering ideas and suggestions, free items and decor, all at no extra cost. For them, and others, it was invaluable to have their event with people they could trust.
💎 The Gathering Barn is a 4,000 sqft Event Venue conveniently located just south of Harrison, Arkansas in Marble Falls. Our Air Conditioning and Heat throughout the entire building is a must in the ever changing weather of Arkansas!
💎 We would love to show you around The Gathering Barn and share with you what makes us different! Please give us a call or text at 870.577.3477 for more information.
Thank you!
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1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

05/11/2026

Happy Birthday to Suzie Ruiz: Owner of The Gathering Barn at Diamond R Ranch, my amazing mother, my mentor, and my very best friend.
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Suzie has built something truly special here at The Gathering Barn, not only through hard work and sacrifice, but through faith and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Her entrepreneurial spirit is something that has driven her since she was a small child, and how grateful I am that she chose to teach me the same spirit of independence and being an entrepreneur. "Always work for yourself" -Ron Popeil (and Suzie Ruiz)
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Suzie was dealt a crappy hand in life; after losing her husband and being left to raise toddlers with no family support, she could have easily given up. But I don't think Suzie knows how to give up! Suzie has always made sure my sister and I were loved, cared for, and given every opportunity possible. No matter the challenges we faced growing up, Suzie always gave us the very best, often putting our needs ahead of her own, without any hesitation or complaint. Instead of feeling sorry for herself, Suzie chose to walk by faith and turn her story into a living testimony to the goodness and faithfulness of God.
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Suzie’s relationship with the Lord is one of the things I admire most about her. Her faith is genuine, unwavering, and deeply rooted in her personal relationship with the Holy Spirit. She leads with honesty, compassion, and generosity, and she has one of the kindest, most genuine hearts of anyone I know. She doesn’t just talk or post about faith, she lives it daily through the way she loves, serves, gives, and honors God. Suzie walks the walk, there is no doubt about that!
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So Suzie, today and every day, I celebrate and honor the incredible woman you are. Thank you for being my mother, my business partner, my role model, and my best friend. I love you more than words can ever express, and I am forever grateful for everything you have taught me and allowed me to be a part of. I truly believe this is going to be your best year yet. You deserve every blessing and reward that comes your way.
Happy Birthday, Mom. I love you. - Sarah Ruiz, proud member of Double SR Island and the Owner's Daughter of The Gathering Barn at Diamond R Ranch.
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Old Testament: "Honor your Father and your Mother, that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you."
Exodus 20:12

New Testament: "Honor your Father and Mother (this is the first commandment with a promise) that it may go well with you and that you may live long in the land."
Ephesians 6:2-3

05/07/2026

It has been a bit of a roller-coaster ride at times for us here at The Gathering Barn, but through it all, I can see God's Hand in it. He has always been faithful to us.
💎 Looking back, we at The Gathering Barn have had the privilege of hosting weddings, birthday parties, family reunions, and class reunions! We have also hosted a couple of Celebration of Life services (funerals). Those were a challenge, but I believe we were able to make things a little easier on the families.
💎 The Proms we hosted were perfect! Between the size of our building (4,000 sq. ft.), our huge supply of decorations that we offer free of charge, and the ample amount of parking, we truly are the perfect place for your Prom! Please consider The Gathering Barn for next year!
💎 The moments that stand out to me the most are the ones where we made a difference for our guests. We had a guest who was paraplegic thank us for having a handicap-accessible building, including the bathrooms. He remarked that this was the first event in a long time that he was able to attend. That made me cry. The Gathering Barn is more than just a building — it has become a ministry for us.
💎 The Gathering Barn is conveniently located just south of Harrison, Arkansas, in Marble Falls. Please give us a call or text at 870-577-3477 for more information or to schedule a tour.
Thank you! You won't be disappointed!
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John 15:5 “I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing.

05/01/2026

OH NOOOOO. Seriously! UGH.
It's come to our attention that our sent emails from our business email are often going to people's SPAM and not their regular inbox. We've had a couple of people tell us that they tried to get information about The Gathering Barn but we did not respond. That's a gut punch because we truly pride ourselves on responding at the very latest within 24 hours, if not immediately.
So... please if you've reached out to us, please give my very precious Daughter Sarah a call or text at 870.577.3477. I can guarantee you she'll get back to you as close to immediately as possible!
💎 Our email is: [email protected]
If you have emailed us or plan to in the future, please add our email address to your email contacts, which will prevent us from ending up in your Spam!
💎 Our website is:
www.TheGatheringBarn.biz
💎 The Gathering Barn is conveniently located just south of Harrison, Arkansas in Marble Falls. We would love to show you what makes us different.
Thank you.
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Philippians 4:6-7
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

04/29/2026

It's getting down to crunch time to be booking your Graduate's celebration! It's a party they will remember forever! And no better place to have it than The Gathering Barn. We are offering discounts if booked soon; we're looking to fill up the rest of our May and June calendars. Remember that our upfront pricing has no hidden charges; you will have access to our kitchen supplies, party decorations, tables and chairs, our sound system, and so much more. Everything we have for you to use for free, saves you even more money! Our Game Room is absolutely a hit with the kids, especially during Set-up of your party. Our "hourly" rates are very reasonable and are budget friendly. Birthday Barties, Family Gatherings, Graduation Parties, Baby Showers and Bridal Showers are always special here at The Gathering Barn!
And don't forget Weddings and Wedding Receptions; we are accepting bookings for the rest of 2026 and even into 2027.
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Please give us a call or text at 870.577.3477 for more information. We're conveniently located in Harrison. Schedule a tour and see for yourself why we were voted BEST WEDDING VENUE in Harrison and the surrounding area!
Thank you.
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Matthew 5:14
“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.