Community Center & Center Rental
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Island Center
The Samish Island Community Center is owned and operated by the Samish Island Community Center (S.I.C.C.). It is located at 11292 Blue Heron Road (map).
The Community Center has been an integral part of the Island since 1946, when one acre of land was donated by Carl and Anna Rasar. Fundraisers and donations by the newly formed Samish Island Civics Club helped build the hall, which was opened in 1948. The Community Center serves the island as an emergency shelter during power outages during winter storms. There is propane heat & stove. Don't be cold when the power goes out. Make a plan and get a key from a board member. |
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Community Center Rentals
The center may be rented by Island residents or SICC members for $75 per day, plus damage deposit. Use the hall rental agreement to schedule your event. Others (non-islanders) may rent the center for $100 per day, with an island sponsor or contact.
Islanders may also rent center tables, chairs or tablecloths for private events on the island. Use the equipment rental agreement for this need.
Community Center Schedule 2012-2013
A firm reservation is a paid reservation. Please pay as early as possible to confirm your rental.
Last updated: 1/18/12
| 2012 | Scheduled Events |
| Jan 15 | Community Potluck and Annual Meeting (SICC) |
| Jan 20 | Karen Billings, family funeral/memorial service (reserved, donation) |
| Jan 24 | Edgewater Garden Club, 9 am to 2 pm. (SICC) |
| Jan 27 | Bartlett, rehearsal dinner (paid) |
| Jan 28 | Carmen Sager, family birthday party (paid) |
| Feb 1 | Samish Island Arts Committee Meeting, 7pm (SICC) |
| Feb | 2nd Annual Chili Cook-off (postponed, due to lack of cooks) |
| Feb 11 | Sportsman's Club Dinner, Tom Miller contact (reserved, payment pending) |
| Feb 18 | Richard Carey - Family birthday party (reserved, payment pending) |
| Feb 28 | Edgewater Garden Club, 9 am to 2 pm. (SICC) |
| Mar 10 | Jones-Ross Wedding (reserved, payment pending) |
| Mar 27 | Edgewater Garden Club, 9 am to 2 pm. (SICC) |
| Apr 24 | Edgewater Garden Club, 9 am to 2 pm. (SICC) |
| May 22 | Edgewater Garden Club, 9 am to 2 pm. (SICC) |
| July 27-28 | Arts Festival Setup Friday afternoon, and Art Event - all day Saturday |
| July 28 | Wilma Louia, evening party backup in case of rain, after the arts festival (reserved, payment upon need) |
| Aug 11 | Barney Bourns - Family Gathering (reserved, payment pending) |
| Aug 18 | Barney Bourns - Family Gathering (reserved, payment pending) |
| Aug 25 | Stegner Family Wedding (reserved, payment pending) |
How to Rent the Community Center
Before Renting
1). Check the Community Center rental schedule (above) to see if the date is available. View Hall Photos to see what the hall looks like inside. You may also arrange a walk-through before you rent. A list of equipment in the hall may help your planning.
2). Schedule the Community Center: phone Eileen at 766-8202 (leave msg), or email info@samishisland.net to reserve your event. Your name will appear on the web page above, with "reserved, paymt pending", until we receive your rental fee and deposit check. We recommend one month prior to your booking, to guarantee your event date. SICC will cash the deposit check only in the rare case of damage to the hall, or equipment damage or loss.
3). Print the Community Center rental agreement form (pdf), with current fees and information. Send the completed form with checks and paperwork required. Make checks to the Samish Island Community Center (SICC) to: Samish Island C.C., P.O. Box 268, Bow, WA 98232, Attn: Hall rental.
4). If islander is renting only tables or other equipment from the community center, use this equipment rental form instead.
5). Banquet permit: You do not need a banquet permit when all of the following apply, according to the State Liquor Control Board web site. All other uses are government by the lcb.
- The event is hosted by an individual, by invitation only, not advertised to public.
- There is no charge for admission for anything provided at the function (e.g., mixer, setup, ice, food, hors d’oeuvres, etc.). "Charge" includes admission charge, donation, dues or fees for your guests.
- The function would normally be held in the individual’s private home, but for space considerations, is held in a facility that is: 1) closed off to the general public during the function, and 2) does not have a liquor license.
6). Cancellations: If you need to cancel a scheduled an event, please do it up to a week before your rental is booked, for a full refund. If you cancel within 48 hours of your scheduled event, there will be a 50% refund, if SICC is unable to rent it to someone else. If a renter takes your spot, you will receive a full refund. All emergency & weather-related cancellations will be fully refunded (floods, snowstorms, etc).
Day of Rental
1) Pick up the key, the night before, or early the day of your event. We recommend calling the scheduler a day ahead, to make sure the key is left for you. All board members also have keys to the hall, should unexpected circumstances occur.
2) Turn on the heat if needed about 30-45 minutes before the event. The thermostat is to the left of the fireplace. Display your banquet permit, if required for your function (see #5 above). Familiarize yourself with kitchen organization photos if desired (these are also hanging on the kitchen bulletin board).
3) Prepare for cleanup afterwards, by reading the checklist for hall cleanup
4) Have a wonderful party.
Cleanup
1) Follow the checklist for hall cleanup to put things back in place in the hall.
2) Return the clean tablecloths to the hall, and the key to the rental agent within 24 hours. Be sure to take away all garbage when you leave.
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If you paid for a 5-hour meeting, the key must be returned within the 5 hours.
4) Your deposit check will be torn up after a visual inspection of the hall.
Forms and Lists
- Hall Rental Agreement Form
- Equipment rental agreement (use to rent SICC tables, chairs, tablecloths for private events on the island)
- Checklist
- Hall Equipment
Hall Photos
The hall photos page can give you an idea of your rental space, but you may schedule a walk-through preview any time. Phone Eileen at 766-8202 (leave msg).
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