Below a few questions to consider when preparing for your event:

• Where are you going to hold your event?
• Did you reserve the room?
• What is the day and date for your event?
• What are the starting time and ending time for your event?
• How many guests will be attending?
• Do you need special seating for VIP’s or a head table?
• Is the location of your event well publicized? Can guests find the room?
• What type of service best meets your needs? Buffet? Reception? Served?
• How long would you like to allow for different parts of your event?
• Would you like any extras? Candles? Flowers? Special colored linen?
• Do you need to make arrangements for parking or inclement weather?
• What about coats and umbrellas? Do you need a coat rack? Extra trash cans?
• Did you order you media needs? Podium? Music? Overhead and screen?
• Who is responsible for decorating the room and cleaning up?
• Are there restrooms near by and is the event handicapped accessible?
• Are extra tables needed for gifts, awards or registration?
• Has seating been assigned or is it random?
• Are alcoholic beverages being served, and if so, have arrangements been made?
• Have you notified the catering manager with a guaranteed number?
• Have you made the catering department aware of any last minute changes?
• If you are a PSU group, have you arranged for billing?
• If you are an outside group, have you paid your deposit and are you ready to pay the balance on the day of your event?

As always, Sodexo is here to make your event run as effortlessly as possible. If you ever have any questions regarding your event, please do not hesitate to call us at (603) 535-2379. We guarantee to respond within 24 hours during regular operating hours.

Remember, book your room before you call dining services!!!