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    "services_text": "Lodge #246 offers a full-service bar with experienced staff, a welcoming lounge for members and visiting Elks, and a calendar of fraternal events that keeps the community tight. Whether you're a card-carrying Elk from out of state or a local looking to join, the doors on S 2nd Street are open.\n\nMembership in the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks comes with reciprocal access to lodges across the country, making it a genuine asset for travelers. Local programming includes initiations for new members, charitable fundraisers benefiting Livingston-area families, and social gatherings that\u2026",
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            "answer": "You can start the process through the national Elks website at elks.org or by contacting Lodge #246 directly using the contact form listed for Lodge #0246. Membership requires a belief in God, U.S. citizenship, and a sponsor who is an existing member."
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            "answer": "Hours can vary by season and event schedule. The best way to confirm current hours is to reach out through the contact page at elks.org or stop by 130 S 2nd St in Livingston. Calling ahead is always a smart move."
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            "answer": "Some events and fundraisers are open to the broader Livingston community, while others are member-focused. Check with the lodge directly for the current event calendar, especially around holidays and community charity drives."
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            "answer": "Reviewers consistently describe it as friendly, relaxed, and genuine. The bar has a classic lodge feel, the drinks are good, and the staff is experienced. It's the kind of place where out-of-towners feel comfortable within minutes."
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            "answer": "The lodge sits at 130 S 2nd Street in downtown Livingston, Montana 59047, an easy walk from the historic downtown district and the Yellowstone River. Parking is available nearby on the surrounding streets."
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