COMMUNITY EVENTS

About Vinyl & Pages (VNP)
Vinyl & Pages (VNP) is a Black-owned record and book store located at Baltimore’s Harborplace. We specialize in new and used vinyl albums and books, while also curating shelf space for local small businesses and creatives. Our mission is to inspire learning through music and literature while fostering creativity and community.

VNP is more than a store—it’s a cultural hub where creativity comes alive. From podcast recordings and album release parties to book club meetings, game nights, DJ sets, and listening sessions, our space is designed to feel like home and to belong to the community.

Community Use of Space
We are proud to make our space available for community events at no cost, with a minimum purchase of books or vinyl required. Events are held after business hours, with dates and times negotiated in advance. A VNP host will be on-site to welcome and support your event.


STAFFING FEES – $25 
We believe in cooperative economics and using our space to support other creatives, entrepreneurs and businesses. However, we are a small business and must have a dedicated staff member to attend your event. Depending on the size of your event, 1 staff person will be required at $25 per hour (per 15 guests.) 

4 hr. booking maximum (including setup and breakdown.) 

BOOK/VINYL MINIMUM – $300 
As the host of a private event, you are welcome to invite guests and promote accordingly. Vinyl and Pages offers the space for free. Your patrons are asked to purchase a minimum $25 per person of products while in the space. If the book/vinyl minimum is not met by your patrons, the renter is responsible for the difference. (If guests purchase $150 worth of books and merchandise – renter will be responsible for $100 at the end of the event.)

CC authorization form is required for booking the space

Download, complete and return this form via email to: ldodson@cuplesteahouse. Payment will be processed via credit or debit card at the end of the event. 

AVAILABLE DATES
Dates are subject to approval from management.
Please apply here with your prospective dates

SEATING & FURNITURE 
Vinyl & Pages comfortably seats 30 guests. Standing room: 40-50 guests. Please inform your guests that drinks should only be placed on table top spaces and not on or near books or vinyl. If any of our inventory is damaged during your event, by your guests, we will deduct the amount of damage to the credit card on file.

  • Furniture: 1 sofa, 2 chairs, 3 high top tables with 8 high top chairs.
  • Available Additional seating: 12-fold out chairs.
  • Additional table space: 2 6-foot banquet table / 1 round top table for bar/food. 

SOUND CAPABILITIES 
We offer 1 microphone and a house speaker for events. Additional AV needs can be met at an additional cost. 

Alcohol Policy at Vinyl & Pages

Vinyl & Pages does not hold a liquor license, so alcohol sales are not permitted on-site. For private events, the following options are available:

  • BYOB (Private Events Only): Guests may bring their own alcohol for private, invitation-only gatherings. No sales or public advertising of alcohol is allowed.

  • Licensed Caterer: Alcohol service may be provided by a caterer with a valid off-site liquor license.

  • Special Event Permits: Temporary liquor licenses are generally limited to nonprofits; for-profit private rentals typically do not qualify.

All alcohol use must comply with Baltimore City liquor laws. Event hosts are required to carry event liability insurance (including host liquor liability coverage) to protect Vinyl & Pages, its owners, and staff. Clients are also responsible for ensuring responsible service and adherence to age restrictions.

CLEANING & BREAKDOWN
Renter is responsible for cleaning up space including: trash removal, sweeping/mopping spills, resetting furniture and clearing out materials. Rental hours should reflect your set up and breakdown. 

Thank you for respecting our space.