What's Open and Closed for Presidents Day?

Another Monday, another holiday. Today we celebrate Presidents Day.

A little on the history of Presidents Day from History.com:

Presidents Day is an American holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February. Originally established in 1885 in recognition of President George Washington, it is still officially called “Washington’s Birthday” by the federal government. Traditionally celebrated on February 22 — Washington’s actual day of birth — the holiday became popularly known as Presidents Day after it was moved as part of 1971’s Uniform Monday Holiday Act, an attempt to create more three-day weekends for the nation’s workers. While several states still have individual holidays honoring the birthdays of Washington, Abraham Lincoln and other figures, Presidents Day is now popularly viewed as a day to celebrate all U.S. presidents past and present.

Here's a quick glance at some local closures to save you a trip or a phone call.

Here's a quick roundup of what's open and closed in Merrimack today. If you own a business, go ahead and post in the comments section if you are open or closed today.

What's Closed

• Merrimack town offices (state and federal offices also closed)
• Merrimack Public Library
• Merrimack Post Office and all other post offices
• Most banks will be closed to observe the holiday

What's Open

• Merrimack public schools
• Restaurants
• Convenience stores
• Liquor stores
• Retail stores (It's the end of a big sales weekend at the Merrimack Premium Outlets. Get sale details here.)
  

Are you a business owner or manager in town? Post in the comments below and let us know if you are closed on Presidents Day or if you have any special hours, specials or sales this weekend.