Showing posts with label February. Show all posts
Showing posts with label February. Show all posts

Sunday, February 16, 2014

President's Day

Tomorrow is President's Day. It is a federal holiday meaning most banks and federal offices will be closed.

Most of the schools will also be closed.

There will be no mail delivery.

If you want to know more about what is closed and what is open for President's Day, just click here.

To find out more about the history of President's Day, just click here.

Monday, February 21, 2011

President's Day

President's Day is set aside to honor all of the presidents - both current and past! The third Monday in February is set aside as President's Day. It is an official federal holiday. And there will be many different events honoring this day.

Since it is considered a federal holiday non-essential federal government offices are closed. All federal employees are paid for the holiday; those who are required to work on the holiday receive wages for that day in addition to holiday pay. Private banks, stock and futures exchanges are generally closed on these days as well.

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Wikipedia


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Fun Facts!
  • In New Mexico, President's Day, at least as a state government paid holiday, is observed on the Friday following Thanksgiving
  • This day is also used to honor war veterans
  • Over time, as with many federal holidays, few Americans actually celebrate Presidents Day, and it is mainly known as a day off from work or school, although most non-governmental workers do not get the day off.
  • Community celebrations often display a lengthy heritage. Historic Alexandria, Virginia, hosts a month-long tribute, including the longest running George Washington Birthday parade