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Are gay bars open in Orlando, Florida?

December 21, 2020 by admin

Yes! Gay bars, pubs and taverns in Orlando, Florida can open at 50% seating capacity inside and full capacity outside with proper social distancing.

Effective 12:01 AM on June 5, 2020, the State of Florida entered Phase 2 of the Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step Plan For Florida’s Recovery.

RESTAURANTS may continue operating at 50% indoor seating capacity and full capacity outdoors with
appropriate social distancing. Restaurants may allow bar-top seating.
BARS, PUBS AND TAVERNS may operate at 50 percent seating capacity inside and full capacity outside with
appropriate social distancing. Patrons may only receive service if seated.
GYMS may operate at full capacity with appropriate social distancing and frequent sanitization.
MUSEUMS AND LIBRARIES may operate at full capacity if permitted by local governments.
PROFESSIONAL SPORTS VENUES may remain open and continue operating for games, events, competitions and
training.
RETAIL ESTABLISHMENTS may operate at full capacity with appropriate social distancing and sanitization
protocols.
ORGANIZED YOUTH ACTIVITIES, including youth sports teams and leagues, youth clubs and programs and
childcare, may operate. Summer camps and youth recreation camps may also operate. (See Executive Order 20-131 for additional information).

See additional details from oficial sources: https://www.flgov.com/covid-19/

Savoy Orlando to reopen at 50% Capacity on Monday, Sep 14

September 11, 2020 by admin

ORLANDO, Fla. —

Savoy Orlando bar will soon be able to reopen at 50% capacity.

Florida’s Secretary of Department of Business and Professional Regulation Halsey Beshears made the announcement on his Twitter page Thursday evening.

Starting Monday, 09/14/20 we will be able to reopen as long as we follow state social distancing and COVID-prevention rules.

The Savoy Orlando team is excited and we are getting ready to welcome back the Orlando LGBTQ+ community in our venue.

Visit www.SavoyOrlando.com for more information.

Brandon Llewellyn receiving award 2019 Grassroots Ceremony

Brandon Receives the Chase Smith Award during the 2019 Grassroots Awards Ceremony

May 9, 2019 by admin

Savoy Orlando’s owner, Brandon Llewellyn, was recognized with the Chase Smith Award during the 2019 Grassroots Awards Ceremony on April 18, 2019, for his involvement and support to the LGBTQ community in Orlando, Florida.

About the Chase Smith Award

In honor of Chase Smith. This award goes to a proud LGBT activist. This Individual is deeply involved in their community and has a strong passion for helping others. Not only are they there in times of need, but they work to inspire others to get involved and give back to their community as well.

Brandon Llewellyn – Biography

Brandon has been a longtime advocate for LGBT rights in Central Florida. He has served as the past President of the Rainbow Democrats, Orange County’s chapter of the Florida Democratic LGBTA Caucus. As the owner of Savoy Orlando, Brandon has built a political hub for the LGBT Community of Orlando.

Throughout the year he hosts several fundraisers and events which benefit various democratic candidates and organizations which advocate for LGBT rights in Central Florida. His annual Celebrity Bartender event hosts many local politicians and politicos as one night bartenders with all proceeds going to groups such as The Center Orlando, the One Pulse Foundation, and others. Brandon has also been a distribution point for the Orange County Democratic Party’s Voter Guides the past few election cycles as well as providing information regarding the vote by mail and election participation to the community. Lastly he has been a great supporter of the DEC allowing us to host several events and meetings in his commercial space. We have been allowed to host several debate watch parties, fundraisers, and meetings as a result of his generosity. Thank you for your continued support, and congratulations.

Excerpt from the 2019 Grassroots Awards Ceremony