Private Event Information

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1. Alcohol — No shots will be served and hard liquor must be served as a mixed or rocks beverage, due to liquor liability restrictions. “Last call" is 30 minutes prior to the end of the rental, unless any additional "cleanup" time has been reserved, in which case last call is 30 minutes prior to the end of the beverage package time.

   1. Alcohol may not be served to minors. At any time, if venue management deems alcohol consumption to be excessive, the staff has the authority to close down all alcohol service and/or evict inebriated guests from the venue.
       

2. Animals — No pets or animals are allowed inside the venue at any time except those specifically trained to assist the disabled and wearing the appropriate tags, under applicable state and local laws.
    

3. Catering (Food) — Guest agrees to make every effort to cater with one of the approved caterers on venue's provided list, or pay additional fees. The venue reserves the right to approve any caterer.
    

4. Cleanup / Post-Event — Complete cleanup of all rented areas is required (except for typical custodial duties as provided by cleaning fee). A post-event walk-through with a venue staff is required at the close of the event. If venue finds the condition of the facility to be inadequate or any damages or mess beyond what can reasonably be handled by venue's custodial staff, special maintenance and/or repair services will be contracted by the venue and any fees charged to guest.
    

5. Contact Person — The guest shall designate a person as the contact person who will have final say for decisions related to the guests' use of the facility.
    

6. Decorations — Guest may not erect, post, place or affix any decorations, signs, advertisements, posters or cards of any description on any portion of the venue without written permission. 

   1. Tape and adhesives must be approved by the venue. No pins, tacks, nails, or any other puncturing devices are allowed. 

   2. No candles or open flame.

   3. The use of glitter, confetti, sand, birdseed, rice, flower petals, fog machines, pyrotechnics, sparklers and blowing bubbles or any substance that causes litter or debris are not permitted inside or outside the venue.
       

7. Documentation — Venue and/or its representative(s) reserves the right to photograph or videotape the Event for promotional purposes, which promotional use is hereby approved by the guest.
    

8. Drugs — The use or possession of any illegal drugs or substances is strictly prohibited.
    

9. Equipment — The venue assumes no responsibility for equipment supplied by guest or another party. The venue reserves the right to approve (1) all equipment used hereunder and (2) the supplier of said equipment.
    

10. Food — Outside food brought in by guest, assuming prior approval, may incur a waste disposal / additional cleanup fee.
     

11. Insurance — Guest must provide proof of insurance (venue-specific) and valid permits for all outside vendors.
     

12. Logo — Camera-ready artwork of the venue is available. However, prior written approval is required for any use of the venue's logo.
     

13. Minors — Any minors (guests under age 18) must be supervised by a parent or adult guardian at all times. Our venue is not suitable for young children, and we strongly recommend childcare services in lieu of bringing kids.
     

14. Moving Items — No furniture, artwork, decor, or any other property within the venue may be moved without express permission from management. We do not guarantee any specific requests for floor plan changes.
     

15. Music / DJ — Use of a DJ must be approved in advance, and DJ location within the venue is subject to approval by the venue, depending on any other activities happening within the building. DJ must provide all equipment. No subwoofers are allowed.
     

16. Noise — The City of San Francisco Noise Ordinance shall be abided by for any activities inside or outside, playing of music, or other noisy activities.
     

17. Outdoors — All outdoor spaces within the venue close at 10PM; no loud noise – including yelling or shouting – or amplified music is allowed at any time, including DJs.
     

18. Parking — Non-exclusive public street parking surrounds the venue. Valet service is available at an additional cost - please ask for references. Public transport is easily accessible (closest Muni Stops are the Church St. Muni Rail Station and surrounding bus stops). Venue highly suggests the use of public transportation, carpooling, use of shuttles, or valet service.
     

19. Property — All guest property must be removed from the venue by guest at the end of the Event, unless prior agreement is made with management in writing. Additional charges may apply if arrangements are made to pick up property outside of the event time.
     

20. Public Postings — Any public postings / invites need to be approved by the venue prior to publishing, including any social media promotion of the Event. 
     

21. Security — Security Service may be required, at the guest's expense, for events in which venue believes such services are necessary. The number of required security guards will be determined by the venue based upon event type and guest count. A quote for approval will be provided to the guest a minimum of 72 hours prior to the event date. In no event shall venue's review and approval of the amount or type of security services provided impose any liability upon the venue with respect to claims that such amount or type of security services may be inadequate.
     

22. Site Visits — Site visits prior to the Event may not be done on a “drop-in” basis and may only be scheduled by mutual agreement with management, except in cases where Club Membership may allow Licensee to visit the venue for a casual visit. Venue reserves the right to apply additional charges for site visits exceeding two (2) tours/visits for planning and coordination purposes.
     

23. Smoking — Smoking of any kind (including vaporizers and including the Outdoor Terrace) is not allowed inside the venue or in any entrances, exits or other areas immediately adjacent to the building. Smoking is only allowed in front of the venue at the curb.
     

24. Staff — All events will be staffed by venue staff members. Venue's staff is the final authority for special activities and will okay or deny last minute changes by the client or client’s subcontractors. Venue staff are not available to lift, carry, load and unload, or move anything that is not venue property.
     

25. Vendors — Venue reserves the right to approve any outside vendors participating in the Event, as well as the location of said vendors within the venue. Guest must submit a list of all subcontracted vendors and suppliers and alert venue to approximate arrival/delivery/pick-up dates and times prior to the Event date. All vendors must be properly licensed, insured, and agree to abide by any venue requirements.

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ADDITIONAL INFO

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• Cleaning fee applies to all rentals

• 20% service charge will be added to all rentals, which also covers venue staff gratuity (although additional gratuity is always appreciated at the time of the event).

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DISCOUNTS

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• Non-profit & community partner discounts available

• Academy Social Club Members receive a discount of 15-50% on all rentals for themselves