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    "services_text": "Lodge #275 offers a full range of event and banquet services for members and the broader Poughkeepsie community. The hall accommodates private parties, milestone celebrations, retirement gatherings, and organizational meetings, with an experienced event planning team that handles every detail from the first inquiry through the final toast.\n\nBeyond celebrations, the lodge provides RV and vehicle parking on its secure rear lot, a perk that visiting Elks members and travelers have called out specifically in reviews. Charitable programs, fraternal meetings, and community fundraisers round out the\u2026",
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            "answer": "Yes. The lodge welcomes inquiries from the broader community for private events including birthday parties, retirement celebrations, and organizational gatherings. Contact the event planning team directly through the lodge to discuss availability and pricing."
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            "answer": "The lodge has an experienced event planning team on site. Past guests have worked with planners like Christina and Heather, both of whom have received strong praise for their professionalism. Reach out through the lodge's contact page or visit in person at 29 Overocker Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603."
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            "answer": "Yes. The lodge has a secure parking area behind the building. Visiting Elks members traveling by RV have specifically noted the availability of electric hookups and safe overnight parking at this location."
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            "answer": "Membership in the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is open to U.S. citizens who believe in God and are at least 21 years old. You can begin the process by visiting the national Elks website at elks.org or contacting Lodge #275 directly to speak with a membership representative."
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            "answer": "Poughkeepsie Elks Lodge #275 has a historical connection to Franklin D. Roosevelt, who spent much of his life in the Hudson Valley. Visitors have noted this heritage as part of what makes the lodge a meaningful stop in Poughkeepsie."
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            "answer": "As part of the national BPOE organization, Lodge #275 participates in charitable programs focused on veterans, youth, and community welfare. The Elks National Foundation distributes millions of dollars annually to local lodges for community-based initiatives."
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