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Sunday, November 11, 2012

What's Open and Closed on Veterans Day?

Veterans Day is Sunday, so some businesses and government bodies will be closed Monday.

Veterans Day, Nov. 11, falls on a Sunday this year. That means some city offices, services and local businesses will be closed Sunday, while others will be closed Monday. Veteran Day "originated as 'Armistice Day' on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I, according to the U.S. Census website. "Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and Nov. 11 became a national holiday beginning in 1938. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation in 1954 to change the name to Veterans Day as a way to honor those who served in all American wars." Banks: All banks are closed Monday. Businesses: Some businesses could choose to close Sunday and/or Monday. Please call ahead before heading out to shop. City…

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Kirkwood Public Library, Kirkwood Community Center, 2012 Veterans Day: Free Meals, Discounts, and 1 more ›

Saturday, September 1, 2012

Labor Day: What's Open, What's Closed?

Here's a list of what's open and closed in Kirkwood, Des Peres, Glendale and Oakland on Monday, Sept. 3.

Labor Day, also recognized as the unofficial end of summer, is a federal holiday celebrated on the first Monday of September each year. The holiday is held in honor of the contributions and achievements of American workers. That means several government offices are closed on Monday, Sept. 3, including: Since it is a federal holiday, the post office, banks and schools, such as the Kirkwood School District, will also be closed Monday. The Kirkwood Community Center will be closed on Monday, but the aquatic center will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  The Lodge in Des Peres will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday. Some retail and dining establishments will be open, but it's best to call ahead. If you are looking for a specific business in …

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Kirkwood City Hall, Kirkwood School District R-7, Kirkwood Community Center, and 1 more ›

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