What's Open, Closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Arlington
Federal and state offices are closed but many business are open.
On Monday, Jan. 21, Massachusetts observes Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday (actually on Jan. 15). While King's Birthday is one of ten holidays recognized by the federal government, the feds don't require employers to pay workers for this holiday from work. Businesses traditionally provide their employees with a paid holiday as part of a benefits package because most other employers do the same. And according to the Massachusetts Secretary of State's office, business and commercial activities may operate as usual. Closed today: • Arlington Town Hall • Robbins and Fox libraries • Recreation Office • Arlington Senior Center • DPW Administrative Offices and Inspectional Services • Post offices and regular deliveries • Bank offices; …
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