Frequently asked questions

Everyone is eligible and welcome to rent space at Studio Express Venue. The use of Studio Express facility will not be authorized for events when the primary purpose of the occasion is fund-raising or Open to the public events.. Additionally, the following activities are restricted and require discussion and approval with Studio Express Venue: • Evening Events that are open to the public & promoted on Social Media • Non Formal Sweet 16 • Events that charge admission fees • No BYOB events

Events scheduled must be done in our divide time schedule. Exceptions to set hours must be approved by the Rental Coordinator. Morning/Afternoon 9:00am-4:00pm Evening 6:00pm-1:00am

The use of all rental rooms and spaces are scheduled in advance through the Rental Coordinator. Inquires can be made by contacting the Rental Coordinator at 281-851-7367. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance and will be made on a first-come basis based on the availability of the space. Each meeting or scheduled event must have a contact person who must be: • Present at the event from beginning to end • Responsible for the behavior and demeanor of the guests • The spokesperson for the group • Responsible for any damages and/or property loss incurred during the event

A deposit must be received when your reservation is made. Deposit amount is typically $50.00 to hold your date. Effectively March 1, 2021 a security deposit of $100.00 is required 1 day before your event and will be returned as long as our facility is cleaned and no damages occur. The deposit amount can change depending on the type of event.

You will be required to leave the facility clean, orderly, and in the same condition it was in upon your arrival. If the facility is left in unsatisfactory condition, all or a portion of your deposit will be retained. All appliances and utilities are maintained in functioning condition so if damage is evident after the event, it is the liability of the group renting the room. Any custodial or damage charges will be deducted from the deposit before it is returned to you. Any damage that exceeds the security deposit amount will be billed to you. Reiman Gardens will provide you with an itemized documentation of damage.

Cancelations will be accepted provided that notification is given in writing to the Rental Coordinator. For event cancellation less than 1 month, there will be no refund of either the rental fee or the security deposit. For event cancellation 1 month or more prior to your event the event rental fee can be refunded but the deposit cannot. No refunds will be given for rental reservations or events cancelled due to inclement weather or any other situations, including, but not limited to illness or travel disruptions. If you wish to reschedule your event, Studio Express Venue will do its best to accommodate your event within 1 year, depending on availability. Exceptions will not be made to the cancellation policy.

A Studio Express Venue staff person will be onsite for all events. The client will not be charged for staff time for events contracted outside normal business hours. Certain events may require the services of certified Police officers or licensed Security at an additional charge to the client.

Free parking is available in the front and behind the space. The parking lot must not have trash, or the security deposit will not be returned.

Please do not have items (floral displays, table decorations, etc) delivered before your scheduled event. All deliveries must be coordinated through the Rental Coordinator. Studio Express Venue cannot assume any responsibility for items left by the caterer, rental company, or client, nor will Studio Express store items without prior authorization with the Rental Coordinator.

Studio Express Venue is a smoke-free area. Any smoker must go behind the building or their vehicles.

All alcohol must be provided and served. NO BYOB Events. Our Facility cannot have broken glass in our facility, having a serve controls accident.

Nothing can be taped, stapled, nailed, tacked, screwed, or attached to the walls, windows or ceiling during ANY event. Post-It flip chart pages are the only items that may be affixed to the wall. No structures may be placed in the building. All types of confetti and glitter, or similar materials such as bird seed or rice, are prohibited both indoors and outdoors. Use of candles is restricted to enclosed flames (e.g. votive or hurricane lamps). The flame must be at least one inch from the top of the container or floating in water. Unity candles are permitted during your wedding ceremony. All decorations must be removed and cleaned up promptly upon the conclusion of the event. Any damage from non-compliance will be documented and deducted from the security deposit.

All setup and cleanup times are to be included within the times you reserved the facilities. If additional time is required, prior arrangements must be made through the Rental Coordinator. If you exceed original rental time on the day, a fee of $50.00 per hour will be charged. Full Décor Packages are available.

Invitations or any advertising for your event being held at Studio Express Venue must NOT reflect any possible indication by design, graphics, or wording that Studio Express is endorsing or co-hosting the event. Studio Express name is allowed only as an address and/or location for your event. If such conditions are not satisfactorily met based solely on the judgement of Studio Express Venue Director and/or staff, all payments for the rental event, including deposit and rental fees will be forfeited and could result in cancellation of your event.