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  1. How do I become a member of the Western Railway Club?
  2. What is the difference between Company Membership & Individual Membership in the Western Railway Club?
  3. Can I attend a Western Railway Club dinner / meeting if I am not a current member?
  4. Is there a limit on the number of guests I can bring as an Individual Member, or as a Company Member?
  5. How many days in advance do I need to make a reservation for a dinner / meeting?
  6. Is there a cancellation policy, or a ‘no show’ policy, for dinners / meetings?
  7. Can the Western Railway Club invoice me, or my company, for the dinners?
  8. Can I request a special meal for myself and / or my guest(s)?
  1. How do I become a member of the Western Railway Club? Membership opportunities in the Western Railway Club are available today. You will first need to decide if you prefer a Company Membership or an Individual Membership. The difference between the two types of memberships are listed below; click here.Once you determine which membership category fits your specific needs, contact Lorie Mochel, our Executive Secretary/Treasurer, via e-mail at info@westernrailwayclub.com, by phone at (847) 877-1514, or by contacting her online by clicking here.
  1. What is the difference between Company Membership & Individual Membership in the Western Railway Club? Individual Membership dues are $50 for the year. With this membership, you will be listed as a member of the Western Railway Club, with your name only. The preprinted name badges will display only your name – not our company name. You may bring guests as an individual member, but the attending guest’s name(s) will only be listed as well; their company names will not be printed. Company Membership dues are $300 for the year. With this membership, the name of your company will be displayed (along with your name) on all name badges. Also, if applicable, your company logo will be listed on our website with a link to your corporate website. Company Membership allows all members of your company to attend Club dinners / meetings, and your invited guests’ company names will be printed on their name badges. For additional information on membership opportunities available in the Western Railway Club, click here. Or, contact Lorie Mochel, our Executive Secretary/Treasurer, via e-mail at info@westernrailwayclub.com, by phone at (847) 877-1514, or by contacting her online by clicking here.
  1. Can I attend a Western Railway Club dinner / meeting if I am not a current member? Yes. You may attend a dinner; however, the cost of dinner for non-members is $120.00. To secure your reservation and arrange payment, please contact Lorie Mochel, our Executive Secretary/Treasurer, via e-mail at info@westernrailwayclub.com, by phone at (847) 877-1514, or by contacting her online by clicking here.
  1. Is there a limit on the number of guests I can bring as an Individual Member, or as a Company Member? No, there is no limit on the number of guests you may bring. Please remember that as an Individual Member, neither your name badge nor your guests name badge will include their company name. Company Members will display your name with your company name on your badge, as well as your guests’ name / company name on their badge.For additional information on membership opportunities available in the Western Railway Club, click here. Or, contact Lorie Mochel, our Executive Secretary/Treasurer, via e-mail at info@westernrailwayclub.com, by phone at (847) 877-1514, or by contacting her online by clicking here.
  1. How many days in advance do I need to make a reservation for a dinner / meeting? Reservations are accepted from Club members once you receive your announcement. Reservations are accepted up until the evening before the dinner; and walk-in’s are welcome, however they are limited – WITH THE EXCEPTION OF RAILROADER OF THE YEAR! THIS EVENT IS USUALLY A SOLD OUT EVENT AND THESE SEATS ARE SOLD ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS. NO WALK-IN’S ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EVENT! If you have any questions, contact us via e-mail at info@westernrailwayclub.com, by phone at (847) 877-1514, or by contacting her online by clicking here.
  1. Is there a cancellation policy, or a ‘no show’ policy, for dinners / meetings? Yes there is. The Western Railway Club is invoiced by The Union League Club of Chicago for all dinners reserved. Therefore, we must enforce a ‘no show policy’ for all members and meetings. This means, if you make a reservation for a meeting or event, and do not show up, you will be invoiced for the dinner fee. Our cancellation policy is as follows: No Cancellations will be, or can be accepted, after NOON on the Tuesday before the scheduled dinner/ meeting. If you have any questions about our no-show or cancellation policies, please contact Lorie Mochel, our Executive Secretary/Treasurer, via e-mail at info@westernrailwayclub.com, by phone at (847) 877-1514, or by contacting her online by clicking here.
  1. Can the Western Railway Club invoice me, or my company, for the dinners? Yes, simply contact Lorie Mochel, our Executive Secretary/Treasurer, to secure your reservation(s) and inform her that you would like to be invoiced for the dinners. An invoice will be sent to you, or your company, seven to ten days from the event date. Lorie can be reached via e-mail at info@westernrailwayclub.com, by phone at (847) 877-1514, or by contacting her online by clicking here.
  1. Can I request a special meal for myself and / or my guest(s)? Absolutely! If you or your guest(s) require a special meal, please let Lorie Mochel, our Executive Secretary/Treasurer, know when securing your reservations. She will arrange this with our catering department and ensure it is in place for your attendance. Lorie can be reached via e-mail at info@westernrailwayclub.com, by phone at (847) 877-1514, or by contacting her online by clicking here.