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It's Columbus Day: Here's What's Open and What's Closed
Banks and federal offices are closed today and there is no mail delivery.

Columbus Day, observed on the second Monday in October, honors Christopher Columbus' arrival in the New World in October of 1492.
Columbus Day is not widely observed in King County and most local governments, including the City of Redmond, are still open. Here's the list of what is open and closed on Columbus Day, Monday, Oct. 10:
Open:
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- Retail Stores
- Supermarkets
- Lake Washington School District
- Restaurants
- Gyms/Health Clubs
- Most local government offices (including the City of Redmond)
- Call ahead before heading to any of the above establishments to confirm they are open. Many retail stores or gyms/health clubs may be operating on a Sunday schedule or with limited hours.
Closed:
- Banks
- No mail delivery; all U.S post offices are closed
- Stock Market
- Federal Offices
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