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        "description": "Elks Lodge 2138 in Centereach, NY hosts Sweet 16s, retirement parties & more. Ask for Claire. 41 Horseblock Rd, Suffolk County.",
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    "services_text": "Event hosting is the headline act at Lodge 2138. The banquet space accommodates milestone birthdays, graduation parties, retirement celebrations, anniversary dinners, and organizational fundraisers. Claire and her staff handle setup, service, and the hundred small logistics that hosts usually lose sleep over, so you can actually enjoy your own party.\n\nBeyond private events, the lodge operates as a full-service bar and dining destination for members and their guests. Stop in on a regular evening for a cold drink, a hot meal, and conversation with neighbors who have been coming here for years.\u2026",
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            "answer": "Spring and fall weekends fill up quickly, especially for milestone celebrations. Booking several months in advance is strongly recommended. For popular dates like May through June graduation season or September through October, earlier is always better."
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            "answer": "The banquet space, on-site bar service, dining, and the coordination support of Claire and her staff are part of the event experience. Specific packages and pricing are best discussed directly with the lodge so they can tailor the details to your party size and needs."
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            "answer": "The lodge is at 41 Horseblock Rd, Centereach, NY 11720, in central Suffolk County on Long Island. It is accessible from the Middle Country Road corridor and draws guests from Selden, Lake Grove, Stony Brook, and surrounding communities."
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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 over 21. You can start the process at elks.org or visit Lodge 2138 in person to speak with current members about the application process."
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