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Rooms to Fit Your Every Need

The Jacksonville Community Center offers a variety of customized rental options. They include full or half day use of all the rooms, grounds and full amenities. Individual room rentals can also be scheduled on an hourly basis.

Availability

We will get back to you within 1-3 business days with your rental estimate. Rental inquiries with planned alcohol consumption or serving more than 50 guests are requested to be submitted at least 30 days prior to the event date, but on occasion we may be able to accommodate shorter advance notice. We prefer 14 days advance notice for most other reservations, but we may be able to accommodate requests with shorter advance notice.

Great Room

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$80/hour

This attractive 1200 square feet area has 14’ vaulted ceilings, wall to wall carpet and lots of natural light. The space can be fitted to use up to (12) 5’ round tables or (5) 8’ rectangular tables with seating for a maximum of 90 guests; 102 guests theater style. If needed, the room can be divided to accommodate break-out sessions.

There are two AV screens, a sound and projection system, a piano, and dance floor which provide all the elements for a great party, business meeting or conference.

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Cottage

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$50/hour

Built in the 1940’s, the cottage is a charming, self-contained 730 square feet area attached to the Great Room, with its own bathroom, small kitchen and comfortable, extra seating. The room holds up to 25 people theatre style seating and has space for (2 – 3)  5’ round tables or (2) 8’ rectangular tables. Tables, chairs and an AV screen are included. Table seating is most comfortable at a maximum of 20.

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Catering Kitchen

Jacksonville Community Center
Jacksonville Community Center
Jacksonville Community Center

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$25/hour
Up to 4 hours$50when booked with a Great Room rental
4+ Hours$100when combined with a Great Room rental

(Discounts available in conjunction with the Great Room rental)

Adjacent to the Great Room is a large, 360 square feet catering kitchen equipped with commercial grade appliances and stainless worktables, shelves and pass-through window to expedite setup and service.  The kitchen is designed to meet a wide range of catering needs and is also very efficient for groups supplying their own food and beverages.

Rent Per HourBook the Catering Kitchen with the Great Room

Open Vendor Policy

 

If your event is open to the public and is serving food, an OHA Temporary Restaurant License is required, and any person who serves food must have a current OR Food Handler’s Card. 

If your event is open to the public all caterers must submit a copy of their current restaurant license or equivalent and certificate of insurance showing coverage for liability (property or bodily injury) 45 days prior to the event. See FAQ for exceptions for public events.

 

The service or consumption of alcoholic beverages shall be in compliance with all city, county and state laws, rules, ordinances, and regulations concerning the service and consumption of alcoholic beverages, including OLCC regulations. Any organization using the facilities shall be solely responsible for obtaining all permits or licenses relating to the distribution and consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premises. Service and consumption of alcoholic beverages are restricted to the approved rented areas and to adults 21 years  or older.

An additional $250 Damage Deposit is required if alcohol is served or sold at the event.  If the event that is serving alcohol extends past 8:00 p.m., a $30.00 non refundable charge will be added to the rental fee.

If alcohol will be served at your event, Host Liquor Liability Coverage is required to be included in the Certificate of Insurance. See Event Insurance section.

An OLCC Special Event (Temporary) License (TSL) must be obtained and a copy provided no less than 45 days prior to the event if:

  • Alcohol will be sold.
  • Alcohol is available (but not being sold), and you are charging or accepting donations for admission, or where payment is required to attend the event.
  • Alcohol will be served at a public event.

Public Events:

Any person serving alcohol in the Temporary Special Event (TSL) licensed area, and any person managing those servers must have an issued and valid OLCC Service Permit. 

Renters of events where the capacity exceeds 50 people are required to submit a Certificate of Liability Insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 each occurrence with an endorsement naming Jacksonville Community Center as additionally insured.

If alcohol will be served at the event, no matter the number of people in attendance, you will be required to submit a Certificate of Liability Insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 each occurrence with an endorsement naming Jacksonville Community Center as additionally insured. Host Liquor Liability Coverage is required to be included in the Certificate of Insurance.

Event Insurance Guidelines and Samples

Some Insurance Ideas: It is your responsibility as a renter to conduct your own research about your insurance options. However, below are some places to start your process. Homeowner’s Insurance– Some homeowners’ policies may offer coverage for an event or a special rider can be purchased to cover the event.

Below are two insurance options which are not endorsed by Jacksonville Community Center but are listed for informational purposes:

The Event Helper- Visit The Event Helper to search and get a quote. 

Eventsured- Visit Eventsured to search and get a quote.

Food

If your event is open to the public and is serving food, an OHA Temporary Restaurant License is required, and any person who serves food must have a current OR Food Handler’s Card. 

If your event is open to the public all caterers must submit a copy of their current restaurant license or equivalent and certificate of insurance showing coverage for liability (property or bodily injury) 45 days prior to the event. See FAQ for exceptions for public events.

Alcohol

An OLCC Special Event (Temporary) License (TSL) must be obtained and a copy provided no less than 45 days prior to the event if:

  • Alcohol will be sold.
  • Alcohol is available (but not being sold), and you are charging or accepting donations for admission, or where payment is required to attend the event.
  • Alcohol will be served at a public event.

Renters are responsible for setting up and cleaning up chairs, tables, and equipment used in the rented area(s). All equipment must remain onsite at the Jacksonville Community Center.  

A “Facility Closeout-Inspection Checklist” will be provided for instructions on how to clean and close the facility. Depending on the event, the closing- inspection checklist can take anywhere from 30-60 minutes to complete. In most cases it will require more than one person to complete in the 30 minutes allotted following your event.

Tours | A tour is for renters who have submitted a rental inquiry. Tours can be made Monday through Thursday during office hours between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm.

Planning Sessions | A “Planning Session” is for renters who have submitted both their deposit and signed paperwork. The purpose of this session is to allow renters to plan, run through tech, and/or measure for decorations. Time in the building will be limited to 1 hour and limited to one instance, depending on the nature of the event and the facility availability calendar. The renter will be given an code to access the building and a staff member will not be present to assist for this session.

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What a great venue for smaller gatherings (up to maybe 85 people). It's great to have something like the JCC in Jacksonville!

Tony Robinson
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The convenience of having everything from commercial kitchen, utensils and dishes to tables, chairs and projector was wonderful. I would definitely use the space again.

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The center is fully equipped for food and fun. My guests found plenty of tables/seating to visit and enjoy their snacks.

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Good venue for a family gathering and meal for 20 people. Tables, chairs are on site. Excellent kitchen. Nice outdoor space.

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Lovely setting in the heart of downtown Jacksonville-- bright open room with everything needed to have a wonderful gathering no matter the weather with great accessibility for bringing in food, decorations and for all guests!

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Truly a gem of a space. Centered in the heart of Jacksonville and close to a beautiful park. The space is open and inviting. The kitchen is well maintained and can accommodate large parties. I will be using the space again for meetings, or a nice gathering.

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