The Function Hall at Wasserman Park

Looking  for a venue to host your next holiday gathering, reunion or birthday  party?  Then consider the Function Hall at Wasserman Park. This recently updated building provides a comfortable atmosphere among 46 acres of  parkland and provides an affordable option for your next event. 

Rentals  are available 7 days per week between 7:00 am – 11:00 pm. Due to the operations of our Summer Day Camp program (and lack of air conditioning in the building); we are unable to accept any rentals between June 5th - August 31st each year. Parks &  Recreation Department activities have priority use of the building.  Rentals are accepted on a first-come first-serve basis based upon  availability. The building is equipped with a new heating system, new  carpeting, bathrooms and a commercial kitchen. The facility has WIFI  internet and tables & chairs are provided.
 

There  are two main rooms in the building which are included with your rental. When you rent the facility you gain sole access to the building. Your group will be the only event in the building.  The Front Room measures 25 feet x 35 feet (875 square feet). The Main Hall measures 35 feet x 50 feet (1750 square feet)  with a high ceiling.  When you rent the facility it comes with  the use of tables & chairs. We have 92 folding chairs, 14 six foot rectangular folding tables & 25 eight foot rectangular folding  tables.

We have a commercial kitchen which features a Propane Convection Oven,  Commercial Stove, Refrigerator, and Microwave.  

General Rules & Regulations:

Please note: The building DOES NOT have conditioning. 

• No smoking is allowed anywhere inside the building.  
• No fog machines or pyrotechnics devices are allowed. If the fire alarm or the sprinkler system is set off, fines will be imposed upon the renter. 
• Thumbtacks, push pins or similar hardware to hang decorations should not be used.  If tape is      used, it must be fully removed afterwards (we would recommend painters tape as it will not peel the paint on the walls).  
• Hanging decorations from sprinkler system pipes are prohibited.
• The Town of Merrimack and its employees are not responsible for any lost or stolen articles or for the safety of any property brought onto the premises. 
• Any damages to Town property, even accidental damages are the responsibility of the individual or organization renting the facility.  Damages must be reported to the Parks & Recreation Department within 24 hours or the next  business day. In addition, all injuries or incidents including  vandalism or theft must be reported to the Parks & Recreation Department within 24 hours or the next business day.
• Applicant is applying for the  use of the Function Hall building at Wasserman Park only; all other amenities at Wasserman Park are open to the general public and usage of those amenities cannot be restricted.  

For questions or more information, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 603-882-1046 or you can Email Us  

MONDAYS - FRIDAYS BETWEEN 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Merrimack Resident/Business/Non-Profit Entity:  $100.00 / Each 2 hour block of time

Non-Resident: $200.00 / Each 2 hour block of time

MONDAYS - FRIDAYS BETWEEN 6:00PM - 11:00 PM

Merrimack Resident/Business/Non-Profit Entity: $175.00 / Each 3 hour block of time

Non-Resident: $350.00 / Each 3 hour block of time

SATURDAY & SUNDAY RENTALS

Merrimack Resident/Business/Non-Profit Entity: $175.00 / Each 3 hour block of time

Non-Resident: $350.00 / Each 3 hour block of time

OPTIONAL ADD ON OPTIONS:

Kitchen Use Fee: $50.00 

LCD Projector & Screen: $25.00

PA System &  Microphone: $25.00

RENTAL INSURANCE REQUIRED:

All Function Hall rentals require a certificate of liability insurance naming the Town of  Merrimack as additionally insured. The insurance policy must provide  for general liability coverage with limits no less than $1,000,000 per  occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, for person injury, bodily injury  and property damage. Applicants may obtain this policy from their own  insurance carrier or they can obtain a Tulip Event Insurance Policy using Venue ID Code: OB54 084. 

The typical cost of the renters insurance using our insurance carrier is $77.00 for events without alcohol and $153.00 for events with alcohol. The renter is responsible for obtaining the insurance policy. If you are using our insurance carrier; you will pay the insurance company the fee directly and they will provide you with the certificate of insurance that you will need to send to us. The insurance information is due no later than 1 week prior to your event. 

Rules For Alcohol Consumption:
The Town of Merrimack does not carry it's own liquor liability  insurance. However, alcohol is permitted inside the Function Hall under the follow conditions:

• Applicant must hire a Caterer or Bartender to serve the alcohol.
• Caterer/Bartender must also provide a certificate of liability insurance with limits of no less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate and which names the Town of Merrimack as additionally insured.
• All alcohol must remain inside the Function Hall.
• The  Bartender/Caterer can be anyone who meets the above qualifications. The Town of Merrimack does not endorse any particular vendor, but as a  matter of convenience has developed a list of some local suggestions who are familiar with our facility.