Southern Events Rules & Regulations

• Applicants to rent the facility must be at least 21 years old.
• Flammable materials are prohibited (i.e. candles, incense, lighters etc...) 
• No Smoking is permitted inside the building or within 25 feet of the entrance or exit (including vape) Violations of our policy will result in the minimum of a fine
• Patrons renting the venue space are responsible for ensuring the maximum room capacity of up to 100
• Coffee Pot, Microwave, refrigerators in kitchenette are available for use but if used, must be cleaned and returned in the same condition they received in.  Any damages to center or the equipment at the center will be the responsibility of the lessee / host
• Leave the event center clean, free of trash, and in the same condition as it was received 
• No glitter, confetti, bird seed or real flower petals allowed at the event center (inside or out) 
• Do not drag or push furniture that could potentially damage flooring
• No running inside the event center (there are slopped floors near the emergency exit) 
• Any events with children must have at least 1 chaperone for every 6 children
• No children may be left unattended - any age minor 
• Please do not attempt to remove barn doors, hang anything on them or allow children to play with
• Please be careful and use handrail when taking a step down into the kitchenette 
• No Glue, tape, tacks, wires, nails or command strips to be used on the walls or doors
• Do not remove anything from our walls or windows. We can move or remove some things prior to your event if approved. Please ask us if you have questions about this prior to booking. 
• Nothing can be mounted to the ceiling or floors 
• No pyrotechnics, fog machines, water features, special effects  equipment that could potentially cause a trip, water or fire hazard are allowed at the facility
• Any damages to the facility will be the responsibility of the lessee / host
• No animals are allowed at the event center unless otherwise approved with written consent.
• Nothing other than toilet paper is allowed to be flushed down the toilets! This includes no wipes (even of package says that it is septic safe), no sanitary napkins, no paper towels, food, or other foreign material
• Any changes to the scheduled event must be made by the one main contact on file. 
• All rules and guidelines are for the host(s) of the event and any of their guests. The Lessee / Host is responsible for their guests and their actions. 
• Host / Lessee and their guests must not block any exits
• Host / Lessee may not use extension cords or any equipment brought in that have not been approved 

Deposits Are Required Before Any Reservations Are Confirmed!

All Reservations must be made through Southern Events directly and not a third party. 

Security & Cleaning Deposit Break Down:

• Deposits of $150 are required for any event 
• Events over $500 require a $250 deposit  
• Wedding Deposits are $500
• $75 of each deposit is non refundable
• Events must be paid in full within 30 days of the event
• Refunds are available if canceled in writing within 30 days of the scheduled event less the $150 initial deposit to hold the date. 

Payments

• Any checks returned NSF will cancel the event scheduled immediately as well as have a $35 NSF charged
• There is a 3% charge to use credit or debit cards through our online system
• Checks, money order and cashier's checks must be made out to Southern Events

Cleaning Fee Breakdown

Our Cleaning fee for additional or excessive cleaning required after your event. It is at $50 per hour with a minimum of $100. Additional fees can be added for anything that has specific or special cleaning requirements. 

• Host / Lessee are required to notify the Southern Event center staff or security of any defective conditions found on the property. 
• The renter is asked to immediately clean up all spills or call for emergency assistance. Renter / lessee may not block or lock any fire exits. 
• Renter / Lessee may not use extension cords or equipment that has not been approved by the director. 
• The emergency exit is for emergencies only! The very loud alarm will go off. It cannot be shut off unless someone from or staff comes in with the key to shut it off. There is a fine of $250 to come shut off in non emergencies - please notify guests to staff away from door unless true emergency. 

In the event of an emergency, weather closing or otherwise unexpected issues with the event center beyond our control, your full deposit can be applied towards a rescheduled event or

a refund can be offered in full.