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        "description": "Walterboro Elks Lodge 1988 in Walterboro, SC offers event rentals, a full bar, and public bingo nights. Rated 4.7 stars. Open to the community.",
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    "services_text": "The lodge's event rental space is one of the best-kept secrets in Colleton County. Groups have used it for fundraising banquets, club meetings, and private celebrations, all with access to a fully staffed bar that reviewers consistently call a standout perk. If you're planning an event and need a venue that handles the hospitality side professionally, this is worth a serious look.\n\nWeekly bingo nights on Tuesdays are open to the public, no membership required. Show up, grab a card, and enjoy a relaxed evening with a welcoming crowd. The lodge also hosts regular member events, community\u2026",
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            "answer": "Yes. The lodge rents its meeting space for banquets, fundraisers, and group gatherings. The rental includes access to a full bar with a bartender, which guests have found to be a major plus. Contact the lodge directly to discuss availability and pricing."
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            "answer": "Bingo runs on Tuesday evenings at the lodge. You don't need a membership card to participate. Just show up, purchase your bingo cards, and enjoy the evening with a friendly crowd."
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            "answer": "Membership in the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is open to U.S. citizens 21 and older who believe in God. Visit elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?lodgenumber=1988 or stop by the lodge to connect with a member who can walk you through the application process."
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            "answer": "The lodge is at 236 Milestone Lane in Walterboro, SC 29488. It's easy to find and has parking on site."
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            "answer": "Elks lodges nationally support programs for veterans, youth, and families in need. Lodge 1988 participates in fundraising and community events that put resources back into the Walterboro area. Events hosted at the lodge often benefit local causes as well."
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