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        "description": "Pontiac Elks Lodge 1019 in Pontiac, IL: RV overnight parking, golf tournaments, community events, and Elks brotherhood. Rated 4.3 stars.",
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            "answer": "Some activities and areas are reserved for Elks members and their guests, as is standard across BPOE lodges. For specific events like golf tournaments or fundraisers, the lodge may open participation more broadly. Contact the lodge directly or visit elks.org for current access policies."
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            "answer": "Membership in the BPOE requires that you be a U.S. citizen, believe in God, and be sponsored by an existing Elks member. You can start the process by visiting elks.org or reaching out to Lodge 1019 directly through their lodge page at elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?lodgenumber=1019."
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            "answer": "Yes. Lodge 1019 hosts fundraiser events including golf tournaments with on-site catering. If you are interested in booking the space or the course for a community event or private fundraiser, contact the lodge through their official website for availability and pricing."
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            "answer": "Yes. Pontiac Lodge 1019 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, reciprocal lodge privileges, and charitable programs all apply."
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