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The unofficial-official first day of summer kicks off on Memorial Day, a holiday that celebrates and remembers the country's fallen military service members.

Most federal, state and local government offices will be closed Monday in observance of Memorial Day. Many businesses are also closed, with the exception of most large retail stores, restaurants, bars and grocery stores. But to be safe: Call ahead and check to see if your favorite haunt is open or if they close early. 

 buses and the light rail Green and Blue lines will follow Sunday/holiday schedules. The Red Line will follow the weekend/holiday schedule. The Transit Information Center will be open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; customer relations and the lost and found will be closed. 


Mail from the United Postal Service will not be delivered. Most 

 does not pick up. Shipments from Amazon will not be shipped nor delivered, including if you are a Prime member. 


Most garbage companies do not pick up trash, delaying service by one day. Check your local provider. 

 
Most banks are closed. Check your local branch. 

 
Most libraries will be closed, including the 

 locations are closed Saturday through Monday.

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What's closed for Monday's observance of Memorial Day? Here's a rundown.

Memorial Day 2018: What's open, what's closed for the holiday

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