Idea Entry # 8 October 28, 2010
word : Space (not outerspace but the space you find yourself spending time in)
Surroundings are the area around a given physical or geographical
point or
place. The exact definition depends on the field. Surroundings can also be used in
geography (when it is more precisely known as vicinity, or vicinage) and mathematics, as well as philosophy, with the literal or metaphorically extended definition.
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Madison Valley Public Library
Community Room Use Policy
General:
· The Madison Valley Public Library Community Room is available for use by non-profit and non-commercial groups engaged in educational, cultural or charitable activities as a public service.
· The room is not available for purely social functions such as parties and celebrations such as birthdays, anniversaries, wedding, etc.
· No buying, selling or trading of products or services will be allowed except solely in support of the Library and sponsored events by the Library.
· Library programs take precedence over all other meeting room events.
· Use of the community room should not interfere with the proper functioning of the library. Staff should not be taken away from their regular duties to assist in the Community Room.
· Users are responsible for set up and clean up and are to follow the Library Use Rules.
· Some craft demonstrations may be allowed with approval of the library staff.
· Only food not requiring cooking on the premises may be served. Each group is responsible for bringing all items, such as plates, coffee pots, cleaning supplies. Approval must be obtained prior to the meeting.
· Activities should be contained in the Community Room only.
· Parents will be responsible for supervising their children and are required to keep children who need supervision in the Community Room.
· An application must be approved by the Library and fees must be paid before using the Community Room.
Prohibited Uses:
Smoking, gambling, use or possession of alcoholic beverages and illegal drug use are all prohibited.
Equipment:
The library is not responsible for any equipment or materials lost or damaged. No items may be stored in the community room.
Availability:
· The community room is generally available during library hours and has a maximum capacity of 50 people.
· All activities in the Community Room must conclude in time for everyone to be out of the Library by closing time unless an application has been approved to use the room after hours.
Fees:
· A usage fee of $25.00 shall be paid each time the room is used, or a yearly fee of $100.00 may be arranged.
· A security/cleaning deposit of $50.00 paid in advance will be required for each use of the Community Room.
· The deposit will be returned if no damage or cleaning is required.
· The Library reserves the right to change or cancel meeting room reservations when necessary.
Before and After Regular Library Hours Use:
· The Community may be used after hours, but must conclude so that no one is on library property after 9:00 p.m.
· The room must be left set up the way it was before it was used. The fees stated above will apply.
· Groups wishing to schedule the Community Room before or after regular Library hours must schedule their meeting with the Library Director.
· Requesting an exterior door key obligates the individual signing the Community Room Agreement to pay the installed replacement costs of locks and keys, if the keys are lost. Keys must be picked up at the Circulation Desk, and left on the counter in the Community Room at the end of the meeting.
Publicity:
· Any publicity prepared by an organization about its use of the library must carry the name of the organization and may not identify the Library as a sponsor and must state that the views of the organization are not necessarily those of the Library.
· The Library name and address as the meeting place may be used and must be given as “Madison Valley Public Library, 210 East Main Street, Ennis, MT”.
· The Library telephone number may not be used as a contact for the meeting. Library staff will not handle registration or answer questions concerning the organization’s use of the Community Room.
Application for use of the Madison Valley Public Library Community Room:
An application for use of the Community Room must be submitted and then approved by the Library before using the Community Room.
Application for use of the Madison Valley Public Library
Community Room
The Madison Valley Public Library is pleased to provide a room for community use. Applications must be approved by the Library, the Community Room reserved, and required fees paid before using the room. Reservations may be made up to two months in advance of the event and no later than two weeks prior to the event. Return completed form to Madison Valley Public Library, 210 East Main Street, PO Box 178, Ennis, MT 59729.
I have read the Madison Valley Public Library Community Room Use Policy and agree to abide by those rules. I understand that I am responsible for any fees, loss of or damage to the facility and/or equipment. I will be responsible for the key, will let participants into the building, and I will be present during the use of the room.
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Date Signature of Person Responsible
Home address:_________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone:__________________________________________________________________________
Meeting Date: _________________ Start Time __________________ End Time____________________
Name of Organization:__________________________________________________________________
Individual applying on behalf of organization:________________________________________________
Position of applicant____________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address:_______________________________________________________________________
Telephone:____________________________________________________________________________
E-mail address:_________________________________ Fax:___________________________________
Anticipated attendance ______________ (Maximum Capacity: 50 persons)
Will refreshments be served:_________
Policy approved by the Library Board of Trustees November 10, 2008
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I found it very interesting in my research of 'Space' I continually stumbled upon "community spaces for rent" so I decided to add randum Community Room info page.
"Community Room."
3 Rivers Communications | 3 Rivers Communications. Web. 28 Oct. 2010. <http://www.3rivers.net/~ennislib/community_room.htm>.
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It is not that difficult to create a comfortable room. The first step is to create a focal point. This point should be some place that draws the eyes. It can be a bookshelf, piano, mantle, or a table with a vase of flowers. However, do not become too enamored with the focal points in decorating magazines. "
Unfortunatly, I was searching things that wasn't leading me to exactly what I was looking for but I also found this interesting. I was looking for more of a psychological reflection on 'space' or the 'room' that individuals felt most comfortable but this website gave me a different outlook.
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Because I am working with the spaces that bring people together It has come to my attention that I need to spend more time in these spaces. So I am interested in learning what experts have to say about spacial relations in forming bonds to a particular space or surrounding area.
http://www.thecommunityguide.org/social/index.html
