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            "answer": "Membership in the Elks is open to U.S. citizens 21 and older who believe in God. You can start the application process through the lodge's page at elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?LodgeNumber=1562 or by visiting the lodge in person."
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            "answer": "The lodge is at 523 Kinderkamack Road in Westwood, NJ 07675, conveniently situated in Bergen County with easy access from surrounding towns."
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