What is the '200 Club' ?
The
200 Club, has been in existence for over 30 years. It was formed initially to help
towards the purchase of St. Judes Hall (now called St Judes Theatre), which has been
the headquarters of the Society for many years. The proceeds now go
towards additional expenses incurred in maintaining
the premises and is a major part of the Society's finances.
How it works
The annual membership cost is £20. There are 200 members
who are each allocated 5 sets of numbers consisting of 3 digits.
If one of these sets corresponds with the last three digits of the top
prize premium bonds drawn each month, the member will be one of the 5
lucky winners, each one winning £20 over eight months of the year.
Every three months there is one winner of £100.
At the Annual Presentation Evening in March prizes of
£750 and £500
together with the remaining quarterly prize of £100 will be presented.
Who can join
The membership consists not only of Operatic Society
members but also relatives and friends. The 200 Club year starts in
March and due to personal circumstances, just a few members cancel their
membership, leaving spaces. To join or if you know of someone who would
like to join please contact the co-ordinator (see below).
The yearly membership fee
can be paid by cash, cheque or preferably by yearly
standing order.
Mandate available by sending an e-mail to
200club@westonoperatic.org.uk
The Presentation Evening
This is held annually in
early March to present the prizes to the lucky winners and is usually well attended
by over 150 Club members who are invited free of charge but are
encouraged to bring along
their family and friends; entry for them is charged at £6.
Doors open at 7pm and entertainment usually given by members of the Society
starts at 8pm.
Refreshments are served during the evening. |