Reservation Policy Agreement for
Conferences and Other Events



Rental

Rental of the Presidents’ Dining Room is $300.
Rental of Kresge Hall is $500.
Rental of standard classroom space is $200 per room.
Rental of the Founder’s Room is $350, weekdays; event must conclude by 4:00 pm.

  • Events requiring support services (media setup, change of floor plans, food services, or security) must provide a minimum of one (1) week advance notice. Requests not made within this time frame are not guaranteed.
  • Rental of audiovisual equipment incurs additional charges.
  • Events of more than 150 guests require a parking detail at an additional charge ($250.00)

Catering
All food and beverage, including alcohol, is provided exclusively by Pine Manor’s onsite caterer, and no out-side food or beverage is allowed. All food and beverage prices are subject to an 18% service charge and a 5% Massachusetts tax.

Liquor Policy
In accordance with the town of Brookline and the Massachusetts State Liquor Commission, no guest shall be allowed to bring alcoholic beverages into an event held at Pine Manor College. No person under the age of 21 will be allowed to consume or purchase alcoholic beverages. Law prohibits us from serving any guest who visibly appears to be under the influence of alcoholic beverages. The bar setup fee is $35 for cash bars.

Guarantee
The exact number of persons to be in attendance for all functions must be confirmed five business days prior to the date of your event. This guarantee is not subject to reduction; final charges will depend on final guarantee or final number served, whichever is higher.

Liability
Pine Manor will not assume responsibility for personal property and/or equipment brought onto campus. Client is responsible and shall reimburse the College for any damage, loss, or liability incurred to the College by any of your guests, or any persons contracted by you to provide any goods or service before, during, and after the function.

Decorations
All decorations must comply with local fire laws. Any item to be put on any walls or any directional signs must be approved by the College prior to the event. Use of nails, tacks, tape, or glue to hang banners or decorations is prohibited. Confetti is not allowed. Charges will be assessed for decorations not removed at the conclusion of an event. A cleanup fee of $150 will be assessed in the event that standard cleaning procedures cannot be used in order to return the room to pre-event condition.

Cancellation
Written notice of cancellation must be received no later than 60 days prior to the event. Cancellations after that date will be subject to a fee of 50% of the total estimated food and beverage charges, and 100% of the facility rental charges. If cancellation occurs within two (2) business days of the event, charges will be assessed at 85% of the total cost of the function, based on the most recent cost estimate. In the event that cancellation charges exceed the amount on deposit, you will be billed accordingly; payment will be due upon receipt. Pine Manor College reserves the right to cancel events because of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, with all deposits being refunded or applied to a rescheduled date.

 

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