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        "description": "Des Plaines Elks Lodge 1526 on Lee St offers great food, cold drinks, and community events. Open to the public Saturdays. Membership welcome.",
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    "services_text": "The kitchen at Lodge 1526 punches well above its weight. Expect hearty, home-style plates at prices that feel like a throwback in the best possible way. Whether it's a Friday fish fry, a weekend special, or a weeknight dinner, the food is made to satisfy, not to impress Instagram.\n\nThe bar is a proper one. Cold beers, mixed drinks, and friendly bartenders who keep the conversation going. Events rotate throughout the year and include everything from holiday dinners and live entertainment to community fundraisers and member appreciation nights.\n\nMembership in the Elks opens up even more: access\u2026",
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            "answer": "You can start the process by visiting the lodge on a Saturday or going to elks.org and searching for Lodge 1526. Membership requires that you be a U.S. citizen and believe in God. A current member sponsors new applicants, and the process is straightforward."
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            "answer": "The kitchen serves hearty, home-style American food at very reasonable prices. Specials rotate regularly, and the Friday fish fry is a local favorite. Reviewers consistently call out the food quality and value."
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            "answer": "The lodge is located at 495 Lee Street in Des Plaines, Illinois 60016. It's easy to find and has on-site parking."
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            "answer": "The event calendar includes holiday dinners, live entertainment, community fundraisers, member appreciation nights, and more. Events change throughout the year, so checking in with the lodge directly or via elks.org is the best way to stay current."
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            "answer": "Yes. The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks has a long history of supporting veterans, offering scholarships to local students, and funding community programs. Lodge 1526 participates in those national initiatives while also supporting Des Plaines neighbors directly."
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            "answer": "Saturday hours are open to the public. For current hours on other days, it's best to contact the lodge directly or check the lodge page at elks.org/lodges under Lodge Number 1526."
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