The Community Event Space & Business Hub
- Volunteer Managed
- 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
- Donation Funded
- Working Class Board
- Community Input Driven
- Zero Exclusivity
1.3 Acres in the City of New Melle, MO Devoted to the People.
We are a group of local business owners and parents who saw the need for a common space that could grow with the ever-changing development in St. Charles County and the St. Louis Metropolitan region. Together, we formed a nonprofit, purchased an old church, and transformed it into an accessible space for businesses and the community to use affordably.
Explore our Space
We are a physical space for people & businesses to connect.
Practical Offerings with a Modern Purpose
Our Venue
Our building was a finely crafted church that's been converted into a diverse set of indoor and outdoor rooms for both large and small events.
Offices For Rent
Our offices are furnished and open to modifcations to suit your needs. Wifi is included and there is a common room with complementary coffee and tea.
Chapel Event Space
This historic chapel has beuatiful wooden ceilings and a large seating capacity. The former altar area can function as an altar for more traditional ceremonies.
Farmer's Market
Every Saturday from May through October we host a Farmer's Market in our parking lot. In addition we host a few indoor markets during the winter months.
Food Co-op & Restaurant
Located in our basement is the New Melle Food Co-op, a small local food market. The Co-op is currently under renovations to convert the space into a restaurant.
Town Meetings
Our chapel space nicely accomodates large and small groups. Traditional front to back seating offers a classic speaker to audience setting. A Projector and PA system is included.
Community Events
As we continue to establish ourselves, our goal is to create a evergreen calendar of free community events throughout the year.
Book, Build, or Enjoy
Our Services
Our space is available for business and personal rentals. Whether it's one time or on a regular basis, we make the process easy with transparent pricing and an easy process.
Event Rental
Have your Wedding, your shower, family reunions, our graudation parties in our Converted Chapel. Whether you want the classic Church feel, or an alternative look, the character of the venue fits the mold.
Inquire150+ Occupancy
You can comfortably seat your audience in this space. Handicap accessbility and multiple bathrooms make it possible to welcome the crowds.
Weddings & Showers
If you are looking for the classic church experience for your wedding or bridal shower in West St. Charles County, this is the place.
Adequate Parking
Wrap around parking with access from two main directions makes it safe and convenient for entrance and exit on the property.
Office Rental
Our all inclusive offices are between 600 and 800 square feet and come finished but can be tailored and re-decorated per your needs. We offer simple payment options so you only pay for what you need.
InquireFlexible Payments
We offer subscription and month-to-month payemnt options. In ine with our mission, our rates are lower than other commercial rental rates.
Only What you Need
If you don't need a space for the entire month, we can accomodate that wour subscription office model that starts a minimal base cost, and scales as you grow.
All Inclusive
Wifi and all utilities are included. There's a common room with complementary coffee and tea.
Farmer's Markets
May through October we host a weekly market every Saturday where local farmers and producers crowd our parking lot and the community comes to buy their goods.
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May - October
Affordable Vendor Fee
Our Vendor Fees are a fraction of the cost of competetive markets. Our goal is to increase access and lower the barrier to entry to local economic markets.
Established Market
Before our nonprofit formed, this market was already established. A consitent following and local community dependancy help this market succeed.
Flexible and Affordable Space
Diverse Venue Use
Our goal is to provide opportunities for individuals and groups who are offering tangible services within the community. To do this we maximize access to the local economy by providing a space for it to happen.
- Host a Class Here
- Have a Homeschool Co-op Here
- Have an Intimate Circle Here
- Have an Intimate Circle Here
Homeschool Students and Co-ops
Private Workspaces
Women and Men's Circles
Weddings
Wellness Classes
Private Sessions
One-on-One Therapy
Solopreneurs
Small Business Network
Businesses on Site
We're proud to support these local businesses who call the community center their homebase. Continuing to build a diverse network of local businesses is the cornerstone aim of our organization.
Came From Here...Going There
Our Roadmap
Our journey begins with grassroots organization and ends with a thriving self sufficient communty center-a hub for commerce and connection. Here's where we are on our roadmap.
First Board Formed
Proposal Submitted
Went Under Contract
Closed on Property
Building Revamp
First Public Event
Office Subscription Rentals
Co-op and Cafe re-opens (V1)
Full Season Farmer's Market
V2 of Cafe
Here is the Goal
Our Mission
Connect Communities with Empowered Local Systems
Our Vision
We believe in our potential to be an example of what community can be like. A place where traditions are honored, opportunities are available, and people are connected.
Why It Matters
We recognize that the time-sensitive solution to encourage sustainable growth and the continued preservation of our community, its core economic elements, land value, quality of life, and beauty is to connect people and give them an invitation to play an active role in their community’s betterment.
Key Stone Problems We Address
- Historical Land is Being Lost
- There’s no Central Place to Gather
- Few Invitations to Contribute to the Municipality
- No Entity solely dedicated to serving people in the region
- Few places to obtain the essentials like food locally
We need to create a place where traditions are honored, opportunities are available, and people are connected to the most important parts of life.
Help Us OutIt Takes a Village, Every Contribution Helps.
Give A giFt
Our organization is funded entirely by our board members and by donations within the community. As we consistenly work towards financial sustainability, natural commercial overheads do put pressure on us and restrict what we can do and in what time frame we can do it. Every donation is cherished as a token of faith in the viability of a this property and its services to the community.
Our Board
Made For & Managed By the Community
Our Board is comprised of volunteers who are parents, business owners, educators, and marketers, and organizers. We are a selfless group devoting our time to something we believe in. We actively invite prospective board members to inquire about joing this board.
Elizabeth Erkel
Secretary
Gina Ackermann
Vice-President
Jackie Ginther
Treasurer
Liv Vitale
Wyatt Gober
President
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