What’s Open in Boston and MBTA Schedules Labor Day 2012

Here's a rundown of what's open and what's closed in Boston on Labor Day and changes to MBTA schedules for Monday, September 3, 2012.

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Labor Day In Boston Resource Page

Parade in Park Square Boston years ago when Labor Day Parades were common. Courtesy of the Boston Public Library, Leslie Jones Collection. Used under creative commons license.

 Restaurants, bars: Open

Convenience stores: Open

Supermarkets: Open

Liquor stores: Open

Retail stores: Are allowed to open, if the owners wish to open.

City, Town, State and Federal offices and facilities are closed: This includes Schools, Libraries, and the Postal Service (express mail will be delivered). Only emergency services are available.

Financial Services:  In general, as the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with both Banks and the stock markets in the United State closed. Some international markets are open. And, check with your bank, they might have some offices open.

Boston Parking: You don't have to feed the meters. Other parking rules apply.

Street Sweeping: The City says, "Daytime street sweeping is suspended on city holidays, but nighttime sweeping schedules remain in effect. Constituents are advised to call 617-635-4500 for exact details."

Boston Trash Collection:
The City says,

MBTA Labor Day Schedule, September 3, 2012 

The MBTA says it will operate Subway trains (Red, Green, Orange, and Blue Lines), Silver Line, Buses, most Commuter Rail trains, and THE RIDE on a Sunday Schedule. For additional, specific information on routes, schedules, and fares, please call the MBTA at (617) 222-3200, TTY 617-222-5146, or visit www.mbta.com.

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Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photography: Courtesy of the Boston Public Library, Leslie Jones Collection.