RENTALS




FACILITY INFORMATION

The San Jose Clubhouse is the home of We and Our Neighbors, the oldest continuously run women’s club in Santa Clara County, founded in 1892. The American Craftsman style bungalow was dedicated on May 27, 1910.  The San Jose Clubhouse is a San Jose historic landmark and on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.

This quaint venue has been perfectly maintained and updated to retain its original character. The brick-red building consists of a main room with a stage, large screen & projector, A/V system, bathroom, kitchen, anteroom, stain glass fixtures, new hardwood floors and cozy stonework fireplace.  It is located off of 85 between 87 & 880 on the San Jose/ Los Gatos border.
The San Jose Clubhouse is the ideal location to have an intimate wedding or anniversary, bridal or baby shower, memorials, business meetings, birthday parties, boutiques, art shows and music recitals.

LOCATION
San Jose Clubhouse
15480 Union Avenue
San Jose, CA 95124
Directions

MAILING ADDRESS
We and Our Neighbors
P.O. Box 54098
San Jose, CA 95154


AMENITIES
Main Ballroom
Anteroom 
Built-in Stage
Kitchen
ADA Restroom
Hardwood Floors 
Wheel Chair Accessible

Additional items included in rental fee:
80 Black Folding Chairs
12 - 6 ft. Rectangular Tables 
Peavey A/V Console
2 Large Speakers 
Projector & Screen
Free WiFi Accessibility 
Onsite Security

CAPACITY
80 people


RENTAL FEES
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Saturdays and Holidays: (8 hr. minimum) $160/hour Additional Saturday Hours (hours over 8 hours) $140/hour Sunday-Friday:(5 hr. minimum, up to 8 hours) $125/hour Additional Sunday-Friday Hours (hours over 8 hours) $100/hour

Hours: 6:00am - 11:00pm


OPTIONAL CHARGES
Cleaning Fee* - $125
*If you do not wish to clean the venue yourself, you will still need to remove all trash, belongings and put away the tables and chairs.
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SECURITY DEPOSIT:
$500 Security Deposit is required with signed contract to reserve your date. Portions or all of the deposit will be forfeited if damage, extra maintenance, or extraordinary cleanup occurs. The Facility Rental Coordinator will determine these fees. Otherwise, the Deposit is refunded approximately two weeks after the event.


CATERING
No Catering Minimum is required.
A list of Suggested Caterers will be provided.
Private family or members only events are not required to use a caterer and may bring in their own food and beverage. Private events can not be advertised or open to the public, charge admission and/or sell any food or beverage. 
Any caterer not listed must provide business license, proof of liability insurance and be approved. 

ALCOHOL
Event liability insurance must include 'Host Liquor Liability'.
The State of CA requires that you obtain a Liquor License if you are selling alcohol or if alcohol is included in the price of admission or the entrance ticket.
Full Bar may be allowed only with State of California ABC Licensed Caterer with Insurance.


EVENT SECURITY 
Our security company will have a security officer on site at all rentals, whether or not alcohol is present.  Also, due to the historical nature of our venue, smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.  Our specially trained security officers will open the clubhouse for you, walk through with you to note any prior damages, familiarize you with locations of lights, fans, plugs, equipment, etc.  The officer will go over the event regulations and assure that the clubhouse is ready to go for your special event.  The officer will remain on site throughout your event and will walk through with you at the end noting the condition of the venue.  They are specially trained, will not be in your way, but will be close by in the event you need them.  Their job is to be there in case any problems arise that could jeopardize you, your guests, or the building’s security.

HOURS OF AVAILABILITY
The hours of access are to not to exceed contracted hours in total including set-up and breakdown. A fee of $100 will be charged for every 30 minutes of time exceeding the contracted period. The rental period may not extend beyond 11 p.m. (due to city regulations) on the date rented. Extended paid hours must be discussed with the rental manager.

Monday - Sundays 
6:00am  - 11:00pm


CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation must be made in writing a minimum of 30 days in advance of scheduled event and received by the rental manager to receive a full refund. If the event is cancelled 21 days or more prior to the rental date, 50% of the Security Deposit will be forfeited by the renter. If the event is cancelled less than 21 but more than 7 days prior to the rental date, the entire Security Deposit will be forfeited. If the event is cancelled 7 days or less prior to the rental date, the entire Rental Fee and Security Deposit will be forfeited. 


PAYMENT
The rental date(s) are confirmed upon receipt of the signed Rental Agreement and Security Deposit. The Rental Fee and any extra fees, along with the Proof of Insurance (including 'Host Liquor Liability') and Temporary Liquor License (if applicable) are due 30 days prior to the event. For any event booked less than 30 days in advance the renter must pay both the Rental Fee, Security Deposit in full any other fees and provide Proof of Insurance and the Temporary Liquor License (if applicable) at the time the facility rental agreement is signed. 

HOTELS
There are 3 hotels nearby:


CALENDAR
Once you are ready to book the facility check the CALENDAR to see if your date is available. If an event says "Pending" it may still be available. Please submit the request form and you will be placed on a time-stamped waiting list should the date become available.



IMPORTANT
You must fill out the Rental Request/Inquiry form to get a time-stamped temporary 7 day hold on the date you wish to reserve. If you do not submit your signed contract and deposit within 7 days your reservation will be released and go to the next request in order of inquiry.