I Would Like to Use the Following Room(S)

FACILITIES RESERVATION REQUEST FORM TEMPLE MICAH 2829 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007-4702 202-342-9175, [email protected]

Event Description Date(s) of Event Time of Event Number of People

Name Phone Number Email Address Today’s Date

I would like to use the following room(s):

Select Room Fee Per hour Room room(s) add’l rate Capacity Social Hall $675 $150 185 seated, 300 standing Sanctuary (includes lobby $675 $150 280 and upstairs library) Library or Classroom $90 $25 15-30 Kitchen only $250 $55 Atrium $300 $75 100

THE PARTIES AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

1. In consideration for the use of the facilities, the Applicant shall pay Temple Micah the sum of , half to be paid upon entering this contract, and the balance to be paid, in full, fourteen (14) days prior to the date of the event. Should the Applicant plan to use a third party vendor or vendors in connection with event, the Applicant shall also, no later than thirty (30) days before the event, provide a security deposit of $250.00. At the same time, the Applicant shall provide a certificate of insurance coverage for any caterer or equipment rental company that it employs in connection with the event. Any damage to the equipment or facilities of Temple Micah caused by the Applicant or third party vendors shall be deducted from the security deposit or claimed under the insurance policy. If the security deposit and insurance are not sufficient to cover such damage, the Applicant shall assume responsibility for the payment of such additional sums as may be necessary to Temple Micah within one week after being notified by Temple Micah of the amount due. Rental shall be for a minimum of four (4) hours for the event. The base rental fee includes four (4) hours for the use of the facility as well as two (2) hours prior for set-up and two (2) hours after for cleaning. Additional time may be reserved in denominations of

Appendix F one (1) hour at the rates listed below. 2. The Applicant agrees to conduct the event in a manner that will not violate any applicable law, ordinance or regulation. Applicant will hold Temple Micah and its officers, directors and employees harmless against claims, suits, damages or fines that may result from any such violation. Applicant further agrees that, in accordance with applicable fire regulations, no more than 185 persons seated or 440 persons standing shall use the social hall and no more than 390 persons shall use the sanctuary at any one time. 3. The Applicant will not do anything or permit others to do anything on the premises, or bring anything onto the premises, that might unreasonably increase the risk of damages or injury to persons or property on the premises. 4. The Applicant assumes full liability and responsibility for any loss of life, personal injury or loss or damage to property incident to the Applicant’s use of the premises, or which may, in any manner or to any extent, be attributable thereto, and will relieve and hold harmless Temple Micah, its officers, directors and employees, of and from any and all liability or responsibility for such loss of life, personal injury or property loss or damage, except to the extent that the loss of life, personal injury or property loss or damage result from the negligence of Temple Micah. 5. The Applicant agrees to remove all of his/her property and decorations and to return the facilities to Temple Micah at the end of the event in broom clean condition, free of all refuse and trash and in substantially the same condition as the facilities were delivered to the Applicant. Refuse or trash not completely removed from the property shall be bagged or otherwise contained. Unless prior arrangements are made, Temple Micah shall remove at the Applicant’s expense any property, decorations and trash not removed by the Applicant at the end of the event. 6. If Applicant is renting furniture, dishes or linens, then delivery should be on Friday morning between 9:30 am and 12:30 pm. Arrangements for pick up of rental furniture should be (for B’nai Mitzvah) Saturday afternoon between 4-5 pm. All other rental pick up should be arranged with the Temple office. 7. Arrangements should be made with the Temple office for caterer arrivals. 8. The Applicant shall abide by and comply with the Rules and Regulations that are attached to this Contract and made a part thereof.

ACCEPTED AND AGREED TO:

Applicant signature: ______Date: ______For Temple Micah: ______

Appendix F RENTAL OF TEMPLE MICAH: RULES AND REGULATIONS (to be given to Member and Vendors)

1. Decorum: Activities in the building in general, and in the sanctuary in particular, must be consistent with the nature and purpose of Temple Micah. 2. No Smoking: Temple Micah is a smoke-free facility. 3. Security: A Temple Micah employee or representative must be present at all times that the building is rented. A security guard may be hired for $35 per hour. Please contact Executive Director to arrange. 5. Kitchen: Rental of the kitchen includes use of permanent building fixtures. Please wash, dry and put away all dishes, pots and pans, etc. that you use as well as take home and launder table clothes and dish towels. 6. Food Guidelines: Pork products and shellfish may not be brought into the Temple. Milk and meat products may not be cooked in the same dish (i.e. meat lasagna), but can be served at the same meal. No leavened or other prohibited foods may be brought into the Temple during Passover. 7. Food Storage: Food cannot be left in the kitchen after the event. However, it may be brought as early as the day before the event. Please note, the temple is not responsible if the food is accidently used for another event. Food should be very clearly labeled in an effort to avoid this. 8. Tables and Chairs: The Temple owns thirty-six (36) 3'x6' rectangular tables, ten (10) 18”x6” rectangular tables, two (2) 3’x3’ square tables and two (2) 8 person round tables that may be used by prearrangement and will be set up by the custodian if an arrangement plan is provided at least one week prior to the event. 9. Length of Event: Rental fees include use of the facility as follows: two (2) hours total for set-up, two (2) hours for clean-up, and four (4) hours for the event. Additional time shall be billed per hour. Set-up may begin no earlier than 8:00 am. Clean-up may end no later than 1:00 am. All clean-up and removal, including removal of rental equipment, should be completed within two hours after the event has ended. 10. Decorations: No decorations may be attached to the walls or floors of any part of the building with mechanical or adhesive fastenings. Prohibited fastenings include, but are not limited to, tape and nail, tacks, and staples on approved walls. Blue painters tape is permitted. Glitter, rice, sparklers, other flammable materials, smoke machines and dry ice may not be used in any part of the building. Helium balloons are not permitted upstairs. 12. Deliveries: Acceptance of deliveries prior to an event (rental equipment, flowers, etc.) must be arranged with Executive Director. 13. Parking: The parking lot is small, with only thirty-five spaces. On Shabbat morning those spaces are usually filled by participants in morning study groups. Street parking is available in the neighborhood. Arrangements for additional parking must be made by the Applicant. Bar/Bar Mitzvah: please talk to the office if you need to reserve spaces for elderly or mobility impaired family members. TEMPLE MICAH CATERER INFORMATION SHEET

All caterers coming into the Temple must have a current insurance certificate on file prior to the event.

Caterers may use all permanent building fixtures in the kitchen (sinks, oven/range, work surfaces), but may not use nonpermanent equipment (coffee makers, refrigerator, microwave, pots and pans, items on shelves and drain boards). Pork products and shellfish may not be brought into the Temple. Dairy and meat products may not be cooked in the same dish (i.e. meat lasagna or sandwich), but can be served at the same meal. No leavened or other prohibited foods may be brought into the Temple during Passover.

Caterers must leave the premises in a neat and clean condition, including cleaning the floors and all food preparation surfaces. Restrooms and hallways are also the responsibility of the caterer and must be cleared of all glassware, plates, silverware and debris. Trash and garbage must be bagged and taken away. Congregational employees are not available to assist in these tasks.

Caterers are held responsible for any damage or loss of Temple property.

Temple Micah has no facilities for the storage of food, drink, decorations, etc. Such items should not be brought into the facility until the beginning of the set-up time (two hours prior to the event.) Alcoholic beverages may be served in moderation as part of a meal or reception.

The caterer should park in the main parking lot and bring food and supplies in through the back door.

Please sign below and return at least 30 days in advance with copy of insurance certificate to: Temple Micah, 2829 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20007, fax: 202-342- 9179, tel: 202-342-9175, email: [email protected].

I have read the above listed guidelines as well as the Rules and Regulations for caterers at Temple Micah and agree to abide by these rules.

Caterer Signature: ______Date: ______Company Name: ______Contact Email: ______Contact Phone Number: ______

Name of Member Sponsoring Event:______Date of Event:______TEMPLE MICAH PHOTOGRAPHER INFORMATION SHEET

Listed below are the guidelines relating to photography at Temple Micah. Please review these and familiarize yourself with the requirements. If necessary, you may contact the Executive Director to clarify policy.

Photography

A. Bar/Bar Mitzvah: No photographs, movie or video recordings are permitted in the sanctuary or the lobby before or during Shabbat worship services, both Friday evening and Saturday morning. You may take photos of the blessings over wine and challah at the conclusion of the Shabbat morning service, but please do not then take more photos in that vicinity as it will impede the exit after the service is over. You may take photos in the sanctuary after services are concluded on Saturday afternoon and/or during the Kiddush luncheon. Please note, there is no photography during the Thursday run-through, but you can take photos before or after the run-through. The Torah may not be used during photo sessions. Bimah microphones may not be moved.

B. Weddings: Flash photographs may be taken of the processional and the recessional ceremony in a discreet manner. No flash photography will be allowed during the service. Please call the temple office and let us know what equipment you will be using.

I have read the above listed guidelines as well as the Rules and Regulations for photographing and/or videotaping an event at Temple Micah and agree to abide by these rules.

Photographer Signature: ______Date: ______Photographer Name: ______Contact Email: ______Contact Phone Number: ______

Name of Member Sponsoring Event:______Date of Event:______TEMPLE MICAH FLORIST INFORMATION SHEET

Listed below are guidelines for floral decorations at Temple Micah. Please read and familiarize yourself with these. Should you require further clarification, please contact the Executive Director.

Decorations:

1. Bimah (altar) flowers and other decorations must be approved in advance. (Please be sensitive to the allergies of others: no lilies or strongly scented flowers). Candles may not be used unless full protection has been provided against splattering and dripping. The florist will be responsible for any damage occurring as a result of the candles.

2. The Temple owns one chuppah which is free-standing. The use of another chuppah, floral or otherwise must be approved in advance.

3. The use of rice and confetti within the building or at the entrance areas is not permitted.

4. All authorized decorations, including the approved fastening materials, must be removed without damage to the surfaces and furnishings before the premises are vacated. Substantial additional charges will be levied for any clean-up or restorative work necessitated by the event.

I have read the above guidelines as well as the Rules and Regulations for florists at Temple Micah facilities and agree to abide by the rules.

Florist Signature: ______Date: ______Company Name: ______Contact Email: ______Contact Phone Number: ______

Name of Member Sponsoring Event:______Date of Event:______TEMPLE MICAH MUSICIAN/ENTERTAINMENT INFORMATION SHEET

Listed below are the guidelines pertinent to musical and/or other entertainment at Temple Micah. Please read and familiarize yourself with these.

Music and Entertainment A. All arrangements for music in connection with a wedding ceremony must be made directly with Music Director.

B. All music and entertainment following a Bar/Bat Mitzvah should be in keeping with the spirit of Shabbat. Highly amplified music is not acceptable and power may be lowered by the authorized staff member should the amplified instruments exceed acceptable sound level.

C. Any mechanical equipment, dance floors, or other free standing accessories brought into the facility in connection with a celebration (such as food and drink dispensers, video games or entertainment devices) must be arranged in advance. In no event can Temple Micah assume responsibility for such items. All such items must be delivered, set up, and removed on the day of the event.

D. All authorized decoration, including the approved fastening materials, must be removed without damage to the surfaces and furnishings before the premises are vacated. Substantial additional charges will be levied for any clean-up or restorative work necessitated by the event.

I have read the above listed guidelines as well as the Rules and Regulations for musicians and entertainers at Temple Micah and agree to abide by these rules.

Entertainer Signature: ______Date: ______Company Name: ______Contact Email: ______Contact Phone Number: ______

Name of Member Sponsoring Event:______Date of Event:______Temple Micah - Ground Floor Plan Social Hall Extension (Atrium) Social Hall (area can be closed off) MenorahTzofimShofar 20’ 9” x 35’ 6” 42’ x 59’ RoomRoomRoom Librar Temporary Rooms Star of y (walls can be opened David to social hall) 42’ x Room