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    "services_text": "Lodge #345 runs a full calendar of events, from live entertainment nights on the dance floor to charitable fundraisers that put money directly back into the Rutland community. The bar is well-stocked, the atmosphere is genuine, and the parking lot is large enough that you never have to circle the block.\n\nThe lodge hosts its celebrated free Veterans Day meal each November, drawing veterans from across the region for a hot dinner and heartfelt recognition. Membership opens the door to a national network of Elks lodges in every state, meaning your card gets you a warm welcome from Vermont to\u2026",
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            "answer": "Guests are welcome when accompanied by a member or during open public events. For regular bar and facility access, membership or a member escort is typically required. Contact the lodge directly or visit elks.org for current guest policies."
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            "answer": "You can start the membership process at elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?LodgeNumber=345 or stop by the lodge in person. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, believe in God, and be sponsored by a current member. Dues are affordable and the benefits are immediate."
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            "answer": "The lodge is at 44 Pleasant St #46, Rutland, VT 05701. Multiple reviewers specifically mention the ample parking, so you won't have trouble finding a spot regardless of how busy the evening is."
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            "question": "When is the free Veterans Day meal served?",
            "answer": "The lodge hosts its free Veterans Day meal each November to honor local veterans. Exact dates vary by year. Follow the lodge on elks.org or check local Rutland community boards for the current year's event details."
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            "answer": "The lodge runs entertainment nights with a dance floor, charitable fundraisers, member meetings, holiday events, and the signature Veterans Day dinner. The calendar stays active, so there's nearly always something happening on Pleasant Street."
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            "answer": "Yes. Lodge #345 is a fully chartered lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE). Members enjoy reciprocal privileges at Elks lodges nationwide, plus access to national scholarship and veteran support programs."
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            "answer": "Many Elks lodges make their facilities available for private functions. Contact Lodge #345 directly through elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?LodgeNumber=345 to ask about event rental availability, capacity, and pricing."
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