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        "name": "Elks Lodge (Erwin, TN)",
        "description": "Elks Lodge 1985 in Erwin, TN offers a friendly bar, buffet dining, and community programs serving Unicoi County. Visit or join at elks.org.",
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    "services_text": "Lodge 1985 runs a full-service bar with a bartender staff members consistently praise by name. The kitchen turns out buffet-style food that earns repeat visits, hearty and no-fuss, the kind of spread that goes well with a cold drink after a long week in the mountains.\n\nBeyond the dining room and bar, the lodge hosts member events, private gatherings, and the community programs that are the backbone of every Elks chapter: youth scholarship funds, veteran outreach, holiday drives, and charitable giving tied directly to Unicoi County needs. Membership opens access to all of it, along with\u2026",
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            "answer": "The bar and dining areas are generally open to members and their guests. If you're visiting for the first time, coming with a member is the easiest route in. Contact the lodge through elks.org to ask about current guest policies and open event nights."
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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 start the process by visiting the lodge's page at elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?LodgeNumber=1985 or by stopping in during open hours to speak with a member of the membership committee."
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            "answer": "Lodge 1985 is known for its buffet-style setup, described by reviewers as good, solid food that pairs well with drinks at the bar. Menu offerings can vary by event night, so it's worth calling ahead or checking the lodge's schedule for specific dinner nights."
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            "answer": "The lodge sits at 401 Elks Club Rd in Erwin, Tennessee 37650, in Unicoi County. First-time visitors sometimes note it's smaller than expected from the outside, but the interior atmosphere is lively and welcoming."
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            "answer": "Like all Elks chapters, Lodge 1985 supports youth scholarships, veteran services, community holiday programs, and local charitable giving. Funds raised through lodge events go directly back into the Erwin and Unicoi County community."
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            "answer": "Many Elks lodges make their facilities available for member-organized events and private gatherings. Contact Lodge 1985 directly through the elks.org lodge finder to ask about availability, capacity, and any requirements for booking the space."
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