Our public library here in Claremont
I’m in the process or securing the use of the Claremont, CA, Helen Renwick Library to hold a type-in this May. For those who’ve done this sort of thing, organized them, etc., I have a few questions.
The library wants a $60 fee as well as proof of 1,000,000 liability insurance, which can be purchased for one day.
Are these fees usual for such an event? Would I be better off finding another site?
The facilities there are excellent. But I’ve never organized a type-in before (actually I’ve never attended one) and want to get some input from the Typosphere before I pull the trigger on the deal.
I’ve held numerous public library Type-In events in Albuquerque and we’ve never had those requirements, they’ve all been free of charge and no insurance required. It must be the policy of your regional library system.
Joe — The lady I spoke to said she might be able to waive the activity fee but not the insurance. Thanks for your input.
That’s never happened with our type-ins at libraries either. Find another venue.
Ted — My wife said the same thing. We have a nice community center here in town. I plan to drop by there Monday and see what’s available. Thanks for responding.