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Terms of Service

Effective Date: April 7, 2026
Last Updated: April 7, 2026

Welcome to Above the Canal (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By using our website, services, or participating in our events, you agree to these Terms.

1. Description of Service

Above the Canal provides local news, events, and social experiences for the northern Delaware community. Our services include:

  • A curated local newsletter
  • Above the Canal Experiences and other social/community events
  • Event matching and registration services
  • A website featuring local news, events, and related content
  • SMS notifications related to event participation

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use this Service or participate in any Above the Canal events.

3. Event Participation

By registering for an Above the Canal event (including Above the Canal Experiences), you agree to the following:

  • Event registrations are non-refundable unless otherwise stated at the time of purchase
  • We reserve the right to modify event details (including venues, times, and table assignments) as needed
  • You agree to conduct yourself respectfully toward other attendees, venue staff, and event organizers
  • We reserve the right to refuse service or remove any participant whose behavior is disruptive or harmful
  • Event photography and video may be taken at events for promotional use. By attending, you consent to being photographed or recorded. If you do not wish to appear in promotional materials, please notify us at the event.

4. SMS and Mobile Messaging

Program Description

Above the Canal offers SMS notifications related to your participation in our events and services. By providing your phone number and checking the SMS opt-in box, you consent to receive text messages from Above the Canal, LLC.

Messages may include:

  • Event confirmations
  • Event reminders
  • Venue details and logistics
  • Event-related updates
  • Occasional promotional messages about upcoming events and services

Consent

Consent to receive SMS messages is not required to make any purchase or use any service. Providing your phone number is always optional. By opting in, you confirm that you are the account holder for the phone number provided or have authorization from the account holder.

Message Frequency

Message frequency varies depending on your participation in events and services. You may receive multiple messages related to a single event.

Message and Data Rates

Message and data rates may apply. Check with your wireless carrier for details about your messaging plan.

Opt-Out

You can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. You will receive a one-time confirmation that you have been unsubscribed. After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us unless you opt in again.

Help

Reply HELP for assistance, or reach us through our contact form.

SMS Privacy

Mobile opt-in data and consent will not be shared with or sold to any third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. No mobile information will be shared with third parties or lead generators at any time. For more information, see our Privacy Policy.

Supported Carriers

Major US carriers are supported. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

5. Website Analytics and Tracking

By using our website, you acknowledge that we use analytics and tracking tools (including Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager, Microsoft Clarity, Meta Pixel, and Cloudflare) to collect information about how you interact with our site. For full details on what data is collected and how it is used, please see our Privacy Policy.

6. Newsletter

By subscribing to our newsletter, you agree to receive periodic emails from Above the Canal. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in every email.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this website and in our newsletters, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is owned by Above the Canal, LLC and protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without prior written permission.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website and communications may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of any third-party sites. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk.

9. User Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
  • Misrepresent your identity or provide false information
  • Engage in harassment, abuse, or harmful behavior toward other users, attendees, or staff

10. Limitation of Liability

The Service is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind. Above the Canal, LLC is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service, attendance at events, or reliance on any information provided.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Above the Canal, LLC, its officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the Service, violation of these Terms, or participation in any event.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to conflict of law principles.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. Material changes will be communicated via our website or email.

14. Contact

Above the Canal, LLC. For questions about these Terms, please use our contact form.