1. Permitted, and not-permitted uses:
The use of the hall is classified into three categories, namely,
(i) Religious use, (ii) Family use, and (iii) Social Use.
Permitted and not-permitted uses for the hall under each of
these categories are outlined below.
| Category | Permitted and not permitted uses |
| Religious |
Poojas/bhajans upon Sriman Narayana, His consorts, incarnations, and Sri Vaishnava Acharya Guru Parambara are permitted.
Conferences on religion are permitted, however, conferences promoting religious practices/philosophies other than Sri Vaishnavam/Sri Visihtadvaitam are not permitted.
Religious discourses on topics such as Ramayana, Mahabharatha, Bhagavatham, Vishnu Puranam, etc. are permitted.
Discourses on philosophical topics such as Srimad Bhagavath Geetha are permitted. However, interpretations promoting philosophies contrary to Sri Visihtadvaitam are not permitted.
Religious classes will be conducted only under the auspices of the Temple.
Auspicious religious ceremonies such as Upakarma will be conducted by the temple.
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| Family |
Family functions such as marriage, upanayanam, Seemandham, birthday celebrations are permitted.
Policies described elsewhere not withstanding, Hindu religious practices that are integral part
of these functions are permitted, except food articles. Food articles must follow the guidelines
described under section 2 below.
Rituals such as Hiranya srardham and Tila Tarpanam may be performed.
But, rituals relating to last rites (immediately after death) are not permitted.
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| Social |
Music/dance recitals that are generally consistent with the temple principle are permitted.
Secular educational classes such as language classes, financial planning, etc. offered as
a service to the community are permitted.
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2. Food distribution
| 2.1 | The kitchen located adjacent to the hall is used for preparing prasadam by temple priests. Renters are not permitted to cook in the premises. Facility will be provided for reheating cooked food items. |
| 2.2 | Only vegetarian food is allowed. Meat, poultry, or seafood of any kind or food items prepared with meat, poultry, and seafood, are not permitted. Renters are requested to refrain from bringing foods containing onions and garlic. |
| 2.3 | Alcoholic beverage of any kind, including beer and wine, is not permitted. |
| 2.4 | No tobacco products are permitted anywhere in the temple property. |
3. Sale of articles
| 3.1 | Articles such as books, CDs, cassette tapes, metal icons, photographs, food items, saris, jewelry, etc. that are compatible with Sri Vaishnavam/Sri Visishtadvaita Philosophy, and the Mission of the Temple are permitted for sale in the hall during the period the hall is rented. |
| 3.2 | The articles must be displayed in a manner that does not interfere with any articles that the temple may be displaying and/or selling. |
| 3.3 | Donation of $100 per display table must be paid to the temple. |
4. Rental Schedule
The hall may be rented on hourly basis at $75 per hour during weekend and holidays ($60 per hours for weekdays), or on a daily basis for $600 per day during weekend and holidays, ($500 per days for weekdays) for 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. All rents must be paid in advance. In case of cancellation, full refund will be given only with two-week advance notice. In addition to the rent, a security deposit of $250 is required. The security deposit will be returned net of any expenses Temple incurs towards, cleaning, replacing or repairing broken articles, etc. Before using the hall all renters must sign the attached rental agreement and provide proof of liability insurance coverage. The small rooms may be rented for $20 per hour. All rental fees are subject to change at any time.
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