What's Open, Closed on MLK Day in Farmington Area?

FARMINGTON, MI – Farmington Hills and Farmington city offices will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which will be observed on Monday, Nov. 18.

But garbage and recycling pickup will take place in both cities on the holiday.

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The holiday marks the birthday and achievements of the slain civil rights leader. King was actually born on Jan. 15, 1929, but the holiday is celebrated on the third Monday of each year.

In years since, the holiday has become known as a national day of service, according to The King Center.

What else do you need to know about what’s open and closed in the Farmington area?

• Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday, so there won’t be any mail delivery. Both the Farmington and Farmington Hills Post Office branches will be closed, but both have Automated Postal Centers where people can weigh packages, purchase postage and conduct other business.
• Farmington Public Schools will not be in session.
• The 47th District Court building will be closed.
• Both the Farmington Community Library Main Library and the Farmington branch are open.
• Many banks will be closed. Call ahead before you go.
• The New York Stock Exchange will be closed.