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    "services_text": "Membership at Lodge #2713 means more than a card in your wallet. You get access to a welcoming clubhouse where drinks are priced the way they used to be, a calendar of social events that actually give you a reason to get out of the house, and a direct hand in charitable work that stays right here in Maine.\n\nThe lodge runs community grant programs, youth initiatives, and fundraising drives that have delivered thousands of dollars to families facing illness and hardship. Members vote on where the money goes, so your involvement shapes real outcomes. On the social side, expect regular\u2026",
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            "answer": "You can start the process by visiting elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?lodgenumber=2713 or stopping by the lodge in person. Membership is open to U.S. citizens who believe in God. A current member sponsors applicants, and the process includes a brief review by the lodge."
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            "answer": "The lodge is at 140 Middle St, Pittsfield, ME 04967. It's easy to find in downtown Pittsfield and has parking available nearby."
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            "answer": "Lodge #2713 is active in charitable giving. In one recent fiscal year the lodge raised $5,000 for Maine Children's Cancer Fund and distributed $8,000 in community grants to local individuals and organizations in need."
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            "answer": "The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE) is one of America's oldest and largest fraternal organizations, founded in 1868. It has over 800,000 members nationwide and focuses on community service, patriotism, and brotherhood. Lodge #2713 is Pittsfield's local chapter."
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