Lucie Stern Community Center

Designed by Birge Clark and built in 1934, this attractive Spanish Mediterranean-style complex is home to the City of Palo Alto's Recreation Department and two theaters. Rooms are available for rent for meetings, weddings, receptions, and parties.

Stern Ballroom
This large wood floored room has two fireplaces, a wood-beamed cathedral ceiling with six art deco chandeliers and a wall of windows to let in natural light. The room is perfect for large parties and receptions. It measures 70 feet by 40 feet and can accommodate 300 guests for assemblies and 200 for dining.

Community Room & Fireside Room
Both rooms are carpeted wall-to-wall and make perfect settings for meetings and smaller events. The Community Room measures 45 feet by 25 feet and can accommodate 125 guests for assemblies and 75 for dining. The Fireside Room measures 25 feet by 26 feet and can accommodate 50 guests for an assembly and 35 for dining.

Kitchen
Located between the Community and Fireside Rooms, the kitchen is equipped with a standard four burner stove/oven, refrigerator, sink, microwave oven, dishwasher, and extensive counter space.

Outdoor Patio
The enclosed patio is accessible through both the Community and Fireside rooms. With a large lawn area, the patio makes an excellent setting for spring and summer events. It measures approximately 70 feet by 90 feet, and can accommodate up to 250 guests for assemblies and 150 for dining.