Clermont Lounge reopening (again) after closure due to COVID-19

The show will go on Thursday at the Clermont Lounge, which has been quiet for two weeks after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.

The Clermont posted on social media Wednesday that it would reopen, though it added no other details. Other legendary Atlanta spots for adult nightlife have stayed open with safety restrictions in place.

The 55-year-old basement of body-to-body fun closed July 7 because of the positive staff member. Three days later, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms rolled the city back to Phase 1, meaning restrictions like restaurants told again to close their dining rooms.

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The pandemic first quieted partying at the iconic Intown spot on March 18.

The Clermont stayed closed until June 11. At that time, there were requirements with the reopening, including: No parties of more than six people, mandatory temperature checks, only sitting customers will be served, 6-feet social distancing, hand sanitation would be offered.

Cases have been on the rise in Fulton County. Since the Clermont closed Mayor Bottoms instituted an ordinance requiring people to wear masks. With Gov. Brian Kemp opposing the move, the future of the mask law is currently working its way through the courts.

For Blondie, the 40th anniversary at Clermont Lounge on Sunday was more affirmation than celebration. She’s been the most popular entertainer at the Midtown landmark for decades. Now 62, Blondie has been blunted by health problems. Leg surgeries have slowed her dance skills; she suffered a minor stroke last year. Now she’s driven to serve as a spiritual guide for young dancers in need of a mentor.

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