What's Open and Closed on Veterans Day?

Veterans Day, Nov. 11, falls on a Sunday this year. That means some city offices, services and local businesses will be closed Sunday, while others will be closed Monday.

Veteran Day "originated as 'Armistice Day' on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I, according to the U.S. Census website. "Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and Nov. 11 became a national holiday beginning in 1938. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation in 1954 to change the name to Veterans Day as a way to honor those who served in all American wars."

In honor of the holiday, you could visit Eden Prairie's Veterans Memorial in Purgatory Creek Park.

If you plan to venture out on Sunday, Nov. 11, and Monday, Nov. 12, here is what is open and closed:

Banks: Most banks are closed on Monday, but you should check with your particular branch.

Businesses: Some businesses could choose to close Sunday and/or Monday. Please call ahead before heading out to shop.

City offices: The City Center will be closed Monday.

Fire: Firefighters will be working on Sunday and Monday.

Garbage: Check with your carrier to see if pickup service will be affected by the holiday.

• Allied Waste Service, 952-941-5174
• Buckingham Disposal, 952-226-6441
• Dick’s Sanitation, 952-469-2239
• Organics Disposal LLC, 952-443-2336
• Suburban Waste Services, 952-937-8900
• Waste Management, 952-890-1100

Library: The Eden Prairie Library will be closed Sunday. It will be open regular hours Monday.

Mall: Eden Prairie Center will be open Sunday and Monday.

Police: Police officers will be on duty Sunday and Monday.

Senior Center: The Senior Center is closed on Monday.

Transportation: Southwest Transit will run on Sunday and Monday.