Veteran's Day is Nov. 11, which falls on a Sunday this year. However, most government offices will observe it on Monday, Nov. 12. Here is a list of what’s open and what's closed.
Kirkland City Hall is closed Monday. The city council study session will be on Tuesday.
Lake Washington School District: Closed Monday, classes will resume Nov. 13.
United States Postal Service: Post offices are closed, no mail delivery.
King County government: Closed. King County Elections will continue to count ballots.
King County Library System is closed Sunday for the holiday, but will be open Monday.
King County Metro: Reduced weekday schedule.
King County Transfer Stations (Garbage): Open.
Sound Transit: Regular weekday schedule.
State of Washington: Closed.
Federal government: Closed.
Banks: Many, if not most, will be closed. Check your local branch.
Express delivery companies: FedEx and UPS will be open.
Waste Management: Regular recycling and garbage service in Kirkland.
Did you know?
According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Day commemorates Armistice Day -- the day when World War I hostilities ended between the Allies and Germany. Veterans Day is officially observed on Nov. 11, regardless of which day it falls.
