MLK Day 2018: What's Open, Closed In Homewood, Flossmoor

The country honors the life and achievements of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. with a national holiday in his name Monday, Jan. 15.

Although it's a federal holiday, most retail businesses around Homewood and Flossmoor will be open. But it's always idea to call ahead and check.

Here's a look at how Martin Luther King Jr. Day will affect institutions and services around the villages:

Schools: No classes for Homewood School District 153, Flossmoor School District 161, Bloom Township High School District 206, Rich Township High School District 227 and Homewood-Flossmoor High School District 233.

Village Government: Village offices will be closed in Homewood and Flossmoor, including both Village Halls. County, state and federal government offices will be closed, too.

Flossmoor Public Library: The library will be closed.

Homewood Public Library: The library will be open during its regular hours.

Postal Service: No mail delivery, and all post offices will be closed.

Banks: Most financial institutions will be closed. Call ahead to be sure.

Trash Pickup: Garbage pickup will continue as normal Monday and throughout the week.

Martin Luther King Jr. delivers his "I Have a Dream" speech at the Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington on Aug. 28, 1963. (File Photo | Associated Press)