The Lodge offers a full-service clubhouse bar with friendly, attentive bartenders and a relaxed setting that's hard to replicate at a typical restaurant or tavern. Regular karaoke nights draw a crowd that ranges from first-timers to regulars who've been performing the same Bon Jovi song for a decade, and somehow it never gets old.
Beyond the social scene, the Elks run a robust calendar of community events, charitable fundraisers, and member activities throughout the year. The Lodge supports local youth scholarships, veterans' assistance programs, and civic projects across Columbia City and Whitley County. Membership opens the door to all of it, plus reciprocal privileges at Elks Lodges across the country.
Membership in the 501(c)(8) organization is open to U.S. citizens 21 and older who believe in God. Prospective members can visit the national site at elks.org to start an application or simply ask a current member to sponsor you.