The Lodge calendar runs year-round with events designed to bring members and the broader community through the door. Monthly dinners and breakfasts are the anchor, consistently praised for quality food and an easy, friendly atmosphere. These aren't catered affairs. Members make them happen, and that effort shows on the plate.
Beyond the dining room, charity events are a defining feature of Lodge life. Fundraisers supporting veterans' causes and programs for children with special needs are organized regularly, giving members a direct way to put their membership to work in the community. The Lodge also hosts private events and gatherings for members, providing a comfortable, well-maintained venue right off one of Union County's main corridors.
Membership in BPOE Lodge #1585 opens the door to the full Elks network, including national programs, scholarship opportunities, and a brotherhood that extends well beyond Mountainside. Whether someone is a lifelong Elk or walking in for the first time at a charity event, the experience tends to be the same: friendly staff, good company, and a place that feels like it means something.