Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some of our frequently asked questions. Click on them to be directed to the answer. If you have any questions that were not answered here, please contact us with them.
Does the Sanctuary provide tables and chairs?
Does the Sanctuary provide set-ups?
May I decorate the building the day before the event?
Am I required to use a caterer recommended by the Sanctuary? Is there a recommended list of caterers?
How do I rent the Sanctuary?
What events are appropriate for the Sanctuary?
What parking is available?
Are outdoor weddings/events available at the Sanctuary?
Are there any overnight accommodations close by the Sanctuary?
Need wedding or event planning help in Gahanna?
Does the Sanctuary provide tables and chairs?
Yes -- The Sanctuary has 250 white folding chairs and 35 round tables, plus an assortment of rectangular tables, 5, 6, and 8 feet in length. The round tables are 5 feet in diameter (60 inches) and normally seat 8 people. Return to the Questions
Does the Sanctuary provide set-ups?
No -- You may arrange with your caterer to set-up and decorate the building as you desire, but the Sanctuary does not provide any services other than rental of the space. You are also responsible for returning the sanctuary to the conditions you found it. Tables and chairs stacked along the wall (neatly) and trash placed in the dumpster at the back of the building. Return to the Questions
May I decorate the building the day before the event?
No -- The Sanctuary rents the facility each and every day of the week. The Sanctuary does offer a discount price for events that require the use of the building for both a Friday and Saturday, i.e. rehearsal dinner, wedding rehearsal, or extensive decorating. Unless arrangements are made to rent the facility for both Friday and Saturday, the Friday prior to your Saturday event will probably be rented or available for rent and you will not have access to the building. Return to the Questions
Am I required to use a caterer recommended by the Sanctuary? Is there a recommended list of caterers?
No -- There is no arrangement between the Sanctuary and any catering company. You may select your own caterer or cater yourself. The Sanctuary does not offer any food preparation facilities. The food brought into the Sanctuary must be properly prepared and served, preferably by a licensed catering service. Return to the Questions
How do I rent the Sanctuary?
The Sanctuary holds an open house, every Thursday evening from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. We will tour the building with you and answer any questions you may have. A signed contract is required to hold a date. The Sanctuary does not accept credit cards; cash or preferably a check for one-half of the contract amount is due at the time the contract is signed. The balance is due 90 days prior to the event. A separate check, a security deposit, is also required 90 days prior to the event. The security check is not cashed and is attached to the contract. If after the event the building is found to be in good condition including, tables and chares folded and placed neatly along the wall of the building, the check is discarded or returned. Return to the Questions
What events are appropriate for the Sanctuary?
The Sanctuary is a community owned, non-profit volunteer organization. The Sanctuary is located in a business / residential area of Old Gahanna. All activities at the Sanctuary must be concluded at 12:00pm (midnight), no exceptions. No loud music or announcements that would disturb adjoining neighbors, is permitted. No un-chaperoned teenage events. No ticket sale to any event is permissible without the written permission of the Sanctuary board of Trustees.
The Sanctuary is intended to host family activities, business events, and numerous activities such as aerobics, karate, square dancing, reunions, church groups, yogi, children's theatre, women and men's groups. The Sanctuary does not organize these activities but works closely with the leaders of the group activities mentioned. The Sanctuary will accommodate all groups to the best of our ability at a nominal usage fee. Return to the Questions
What parking is available?
A public free parking lot is located across the street from the Sanctuary and behind the Sanctuary. The Creekside business district on Mill Street provides an enclosed; underground paid parking facility within easy walking distance to the Sanctuary. All parking facilities are lighted and convenient to the Sanctuary. Return to the Questions
Are outdoor weddings/events available at the Sanctuary?
The Sanctuary has a side yard, which will accommodate outdoor weddings, however; Gahanna has several beautiful parks, for scenic outdoor events. Contact the Gahanna Parks and Recreation (http://www.gahanna.gov/) for information related to outdoor ceremonies. Return to the Questions
Are there any overnight accommodations close by the Sanctuary?
Travel to any location in the Columbus area is convenient with easy access to I270 and I670. Port Columbus International Airport is adjacent to Gahanna and a short cab ride to several quality Gahanna Hotels. The Lily Stone Inn, a bed and breakfast, managed by the Gahanna Historical Society (http://www.gahanna.org/) is a turn of the century four-bedroom home. Return to the Questions
Need wedding or event planning help in Gahanna?
Contact the Gahanna Convention & Visitors Bureau (http://www.visitgahanna.org/) to help with your wedding or event plans. Return to the Questions
