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What's open and closed on Presidents Day in Mass.
Presidents Day, the holiday celebrating the birthdays of presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, is on Monday, Feb. 19 this year.
Neither president was born on the 19th; Washington was born on Feb. 22, 1732, and Lincoln was born Feb. 12, 1809. But in honor of the men, Presidents Day is celebrated on the third Monday of February.
Pop quiz time:
Massachusetts is the birthplace of four U.S. presidents. Who are they? (Click the + for the answer)
John Adams, John Quincy Adams, John F. Kennedy and George H.W. Bush
Whether you're celebrating by making Lincoln's favorite cake or are out and about on the three-day weekend, there are some key closures to know about:
Federal offices: Closed.
State offices: Closed.
Municipal offices: Closed.
Public schools: Closed.
Libraries: Closed.
Banks: Closed.
Post offices: Closed.
RMV: Closed.
MBTA: The bus will run on a Saturday schedule, with the exception of 354, 07, 501, 504 and Silver Line. The T will run on a Saturday schedule, and commuter rail will operate on a weekend schedule. The Hingham and Charlestown ferries will run on a normal weekday schedule.
Trash collection: Check with your local government or provider. Boston residents can enter their address here to see their schedule.
Liquor stores: Open.
Supermarkets: Open.
Retail stores: Open, but hours may differ. Check operating hours before heading out.
