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I’ll admit that despite maintaining full faith in the efficacy of the coronavirus vaccines, I don’t want to be sitting at the bar next to some guy gabbing about his summer plans who might also be spewing drops of a super-gonzo COVID-19 variant. Common sense dictates that if the majority of nightspots in New York City implement a proof of vaccination requirement, it will probably entice the people who are living for the city’s nightlife to get vaccinated against this ruthless virus. It’s also a smart business move because it communicates to customers that the owner cares about their customers and staff, not just sales.
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The more bars, restaurants, gyms, and other public venues require proof of vaccination upon entry, the more it normalizes being vaccinated - especially among young adults. Trust me, I can’t even begin to imagine how difficult it would be to police a crowded dance floor filled with a mixed vaccinated and unvaccinated crowd - and making sure everyone is masked up - which is what would be necessary were everyone not vaccinated. Late night bartending duties often cross over into adult babysitting. Having worked in restaurants and bars over the years myself, I know how difficult it is to not only take care of customer needs, but also to keep people’s behavior under control, especially when alcohol is in the mix. Another said “stop helping tyrants carry out their agenda.” “I will tell everyone to boycott this business for discrimination, wake up!” said one commenter. A few of the hundreds of comments under the Boxers NYC announcement on Instagram criticized the decision. That’s not to say there hasn’t been some push back from customers. Judging by the overwhelming “likes” on social media, nightlife establishment decisions to require proof of vaccination have been well received among patrons at least here in New York. Several other Manhattan gay bars, such as Rockbar, Boxers NYC, Industry, The Cock, The Eagle and Atlas Social Club (same owner as Club Cumming) as well as others are posting similar messages saying they’ll require proof of vaccination or a recent negative test upon entry.Īs more bars and venues follow suit, it’s likely we’ll witness a monumental New York City conversation and debate between those who say vaccines are a personal choice and others who argue that it’s really more a matter of public health.
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The message says CDC vaccine cards or New York State’s app, the excelsior pass, are acceptable forms of vaccine proof.
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On the bar’s Instagram and Facebook pages, owners posted a message saying they will kindly ask for proof of coronavirus vaccination in order to enter their venue. So, on May 24, one of my friend’s bars - Club Cumming in the East Village - did exactly that.