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            "answer": "Membership in the Elks is open to U.S. citizens who believe in God and are at least 21 years old. You can reach out directly through the contact form at elks.org or stop by the lodge on Oak Street to speak with a current member who can sponsor your application."
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            "answer": "The lodge is located at 14 A Oak Street, Patchogue, NY 11772, in the village of Patchogue on Long Island's South Shore in Suffolk County."
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            "answer": "The lodge holds Friday night dinners with live entertainment, holiday parties, member socials, and charitable fundraisers throughout the year. The calendar stays active, so there is almost always something coming up for members to attend."
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            "answer": "Yes. Lodge 1323 awards scholarships to local students as part of the Elks National Foundation's ongoing commitment to education. Aspiring students in the Patchogue area can inquire through the lodge for details on eligibility and application timelines."
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            "answer": "The lodge actively supports veterans through the Elks National Veterans Service Commission programs, which include hospital visits, resource referrals, and recognition events. Members take this commitment seriously, and it is one of the most frequently cited reasons people join."
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            "answer": "Some events are open to guests when accompanied by a member. Friday night dinners have welcomed guests and performers, as reflected in reviews from visitors who sang and dined at the lodge. Contact the lodge directly to confirm which upcoming events are open to the public."
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            "answer": "Yes. Patchogue Lodge 1323 is a chartered lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE), one of the largest and oldest fraternal organizations in the United States. National membership benefits and resources apply to all Lodge 1323 members."
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