Updated 10/1/2022
The GNS Community Room provides a venue for nonprofit organizations and public agencies to engage in education, training and collaboration in support of their efforts to improve the well-being of individuals and communities.
The Community Room is adorned with beautiful and unique artwork created by our local children. Select pieces are available for purchase as a fundraising partnership with Siskiyou County Schools.
GNS is able to make this facility available to the community thanks to the generous assistance of the McConnell Foundation and the Shasta Regional Community Foundation, who helped our dream became a reality.
Meeting Planner, Policies and Facility Capabilities
Hours of Availability
Meetings and events may take place Monday through Thursday after 4:00 pm, and Friday between 8am and 3pm. Alternate times or days may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Media
Organizations that invite or expect news media at the event must notify our Executive Director at least two business days prior to the event.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property, including the parking lot.
Animals
Guide dogs or other assistance animals for people with disabilities are the only animals allowed in the GNS Community Room.
Accessibility
The GNS Community Room and GNS restrooms are wheelchair accessible.
Equipment
The GNS Community Room sits 24 comfortably and offers free Wi-Fi as well as state-of-the-art presentation and conferencing equipment. A visual partition can be used to divide the room for smaller groups. Alternative room configurations must be approved by the Executive Director.
- Presentation and teleconferencing equipment: 80” video screen, computer, wireless keyboard and mouse, conference tables with integrated power and data access, whiteboard, Wi-Fi.
- Size: 718 sq ft. Conference seating accommodates up to 24. Perimeter seating accommodates up to six additional guests.
The Executive Director can provide instructions on the operation of the GNS Community Room equipment. However, the Executive Director is not available to operate equipment or resolve software issues. If additional assistance is needed, the Executive Director can refer you to GNS’s I.T. Company for services. Consultation fees will be at your own expense.
Supplies
Organizations may tape flip chart pages or other materials to the windows, using only removable tape or post-its type flip charts. Please do not write on them once they are on the window. A dry erase board is provided and must be used only with the appropriate markers. Nothing may be taped to the walls.
Kitchen
The GNS Community Room kitchen is approximately 125 sq ft., and is equipped with a microwave, sink, dishwasher and refrigerator. All surfaces (counters and floor) must be left clean. Garbage must be taken out to the dumpster on the west side of the building. Please note the kitchen is not equipped for catering.
Failure to restore the kitchen to the proper clean condition after use will result in additional charges for cleaning.
There are a few restaurants within walking distance or a quick drive from the GNS Community Room. Please inquire if specific information is needed.
GNS Executive Director Marie-Josée Wells is available by phone (530) 938-4115 extension 121 or by email mjwells@gnservices.org
GNS Community Room Application
Eligibility and Application Process
Eligibility
- GNS Community Room is available free of charge to 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations and public agencies that support the well-being of individuals and communities. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our maintenance cost, please make your check payable to Great Northern Services.
- GNS Community Room is available for commercial or private use for a fee of $25 per hour or $200 for a full day.
If you have any questions regarding eligibility please contact GNS Executive Director Marie-Josée Wells by phone (530) 938-4115 extension 121 or by email mjwells@gnservices.org
Application Procedures and Guidelines
- Requests for meeting space will be considered not more than five months in advance of the meeting date.
- First-time applicants must provide a copy of their 501(c)(3) IRS determination letter to verify nonprofit status.
- Requests for a series of meetings will be considered; however, in order to allow as many groups as possible to benefit from use of the GNS Community Room, we are not able to commit space for ongoing weekly or monthly meetings.
If you are not familiar with our facility please schedule a site visit with the GNS Executive Director Marie-Josée Wells by phone (530) 938-4115 extension 121 or by email mjwells@gnservices.org
GNS Community Room Application
About the GNS Community Room, Location, Directions and Parking
About
The GNS Community Room provides a venue for nonprofit organizations and public agencies to engage in education, training and collaboration in support of their efforts to improve the well-being of individuals and communities.
The Community Room is adorned with beautiful and unique artwork created by our local children. Select pieces are available for purchase as a fundraising partnership with Siskiyou County Schools.
GNS is able to make this facility available to the community thanks to the generous assistance of the McConnell Foundation and the Shasta Regional Community Foundation, who helped our dream became a reality.
Location
The GNS Community Room is centrally located in Siskiyou County in the city of Weed, easily accessible from Interstate 5 and Highway 97.
Driving directions
From the South
- Take the US-97 exit, EXIT 747, toward Central Weed/Klamath Falls.
- Turn right onto S Weed Blvd/US-97 N/CA-97. If you reach I-5 N you’ve gone about 0.2 miles too far
- Take the 1st right onto Boles St. If you reach Main St you’ve gone about 0.1 miles too far
- Our address 310 Boles St, Weed, CA 96094-2575, 310 BOLES ST is on the left.
From the North
- Take EXIT 747 toward Central Weed/College of Siskiyous.
- Turn left onto US-97 N/CA-97/S Weed Blvd.
- Turn right onto Boles St. If you reach Main St you’ve gone about 0.1 miles too far
- Our address 310 Boles St, Weed, CA 96094-2575, 310 BOLES ST is on the left.
Parking
Ample free parking is available in front of GNS and along the street.
Learn More
To find out more about the GNS Community Room please contact GNS Executive Director Marie-Josée Wells by phone (530) 938-4115 extension 121 or by email mjwells@gnservices.org
GNS Community Room Application