ANNEX: The Annex is available to reserve for smaller meetings and parties. The Annex will accommodate 150 Seating and 72 Dining. A $50.00 non-refundable Rental Fee is required to reserve the Annex. Payment must be received at the time of reservation. A small kitchen is available for use at no charge. Decorations of any kind cannot be hung from the Annex ceiling or attached to the walls under any circumstances. Prohibited items include but are not limited to: balloons, candles, glitter, sparkles, paint, or fireworks of any type.
AUDITORIUM: The Friendly Valley Auditorium is available FOR RESIDENTS ONLY to reserve for meetings, parties, dinners, dances and other activities and events. The Auditorium will accommodate 400 Seating and 300 Dining. A $100.00 non-refundable Rental Fee is required to reserve the Auditorium. Payment must be received at the time of reservation. A large kitchen is available for use for an additional non-refundable $25.00 fee. Food may be placed in the refrigerator and freezer up to one (1) day before an event with advanced notification and approval. All food, trash, and other debris must be removed by noon the day after the event or it will be disposed of and a portion of the $200.00 Clean-Up Deposit will not be refunded. Decorations of any kind cannot be hung from the Auditorium ceiling or attached to the walls under any circumstances. Prohibited items include but are not limited to: balloons, candles, glitter, sparkles, paint, or fireworks of any type.
CARD ROOMS: Separate Men’s and Women’s Card Rooms featuring private entries are available for reservation by residents, Clubs, Classes, and Groups specifically for card-oriented games. The cabinets in the Card Rooms are issued upon request to Clubs, Classes, and Groups with approved reservation schedules. The storage of any food or beverages is prohibited and if violated, use of the cabinet shall be forfeited.
CERAMICS STUDIO: Friendly Valley maintains a fully operational Ceramics Studio that is regulated and controlled by the Ceramics Club officers. Group activities and classes are available. The Club can be contacted for details and hours of operation.
CONFERENCE ROOM: The Conference Room is available for reservation by residents, Clubs, Classes & Groups, and individual Village Associations for small gatherings, orientations, meetings, study groups, and classes.
FITNESS CENTER: ONLY RESIDENTS ARE ALLOWED USE OF THIS FACILITY. A variety of exercise equipment is available for use by residents during the hours of 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily. All users must sign the Release of Liability Form at the beginning of each session and prior to using the equipment and must also sign out upon departure. Upon individual request, the Center will be opened by Security at 5:00 AM to accommodate residents. Please obey all posted rules and regulations when using this facility.
GAME ROOM: The Game Room features billiards, bumper pool, and darts and is available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily. No reservation is required, however, the days/times listed below are designated for the following specific activities. FOOD AND DRINKS ARE NOT PERMITTED IN THE GAME ROOM. Contact Security for entry. Residents are asked to use the sign-in sheets upon arrival. Billiards: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday nights from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Darts: Tuesday & Thursday nights from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Bumper Pool: Thursday nights from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
LIBRARY: Located in the Auditorium, the Library supplies a diverse collection of books, magazines, DVDs and puzzles that have been donated by residents of Friendly Valley and are available for the enjoyment of the community. The Library operates on an honor system and all items borrowed for use should be returned promptly when no longer needed. Donations are only accepted with prior consent of the librarian. The adjacent Fireside Room can be used by residents at any time.
POKER ROOM: The Poker Room is designed specifically for poker players and features both 10 seat and 6 seat tables. Both Clubs and Groups frequent the room and residents wishing to participate should contact these clubs directly for additional information. The room is also available to residents for impromptu poker games on days/times when there is no scheduled activity; check with the Business Office for availability. Food and drinks are NOT ALLOWED at the tables. The room is available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily.
WOODSHOP: Friendly Valley has provided a variety of power tools for wood-working residents since the buildings opened in the early 1960s. Due to the inherent dangers in this environment, we ask that all residents choosing to use the facility are well versed in the use of high speed equipment and practice extreme safety precautions at all times when using this shop. In order to use the Woodshop, you are required to review and understand the safety rules and submit a signed release of Liability Form to the Friendly Valley Office. You will be allowed entry using your assigned pin at door to the Woodshop after the Office has received the signed form and forwarded your name to the Security Office. Please leave the facility clean upon exit.