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  • What’s Open on Presidents’ Day in Boston 2013 & MBTA Schedules

    DSC_0526 - Version 32011-02-03-washington-public garden-presidents day-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Here's a run-down of what's open and what's closed in Boston on Presidents' Day and the MBTA schedules plus information on Boston trash pick-up and parking for – February 18, 2013. 

    This is an old post. Here's the 2015 information on this topic.

    We publish these resource pages early to assist our readers in planning their holidays. We'll keep updates coming as new information is published. Follow us on Twitter to learn about updates.


    Restaurants, bars: Open

    Convenience stores: Open

    Supermarkets:     Open

    Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

    Liquor stores: 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: 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. In recent year's we've notices some banks keep some branches open at unexpected times so check with your own bank.

    Parking, Boston trash, and MBTA after the ad.

    This weekend is a great time to start your tax preparation. Step one, order your software by following this link to Amazon. You can even download some versions right from the Amazon Download Store. Shopping Amazon from here keeps information like this coming your way. 

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

    Boston Recycling and Trash Collection:

    "Presidents' Day, "Monday February 18, 2013

    No Delay of trash or recycling collection in Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Charlestown, Chinatown, Fenway, Leather District, Mission Hill, North End, Roxbury, South Boston, and the South End.

    Delay trash and recycling collection a day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.
    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    Here's the source of the recycling and trash information.

    MBTA Schedule Changes 

    (Update: 02.06.13) The MBTA Presidents' Day operations schedule was posted as follows: (note this link will only work up until the holiday.)

    • Blue, Orange, and Red Line trains, Green Line streetcars will operate on a Saturday schedule.
    • Silver Line will operate on a Saturday schedule.
    • Most Commuter rail trains will operate on a Saturday schedule. The Fairmont, Greenbush, Kingston/Plymouth and Needham lines will not operate.
    • Buses and trackless trolleys will operate on a Saturday schedule. Check this link for bus routes that will not operate. (note this link will only work up until the holiday.)
    • Hingham and Qunicy commuter boat service will operate on a regular weekday schedule.
    • Inner Harbor Ferry Service – Charlestown to Long Wharf will operate on a regular weekday schedule.
    • THE RIDE will operate on a Saturday schedule, but contact your local Ride contractor for details.

    For more information on routes, schedules, and fares, please call the MBTA Customer Service Center at 617-222-3200 or 1-800-392-6100 (hearing impaired TTY 617-222-5146) or log onto the MBTA’s website www.mbta.com. 

     

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2010 Penny Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

  • What’s Open on Presidents’ Day in Boston 2013 & MBTA Schedules

    DSC_0526 - Version 32011-02-03-washington-public garden-presidents day-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Here's a run-down of what's open and what's closed in Boston on Presidents' Day and the MBTA schedules plus information on Boston trash pick-up and parking for – February 18, 2013. 

    This is an old post. Here's the 2015 information on this topic.

    We publish these resource pages early to assist our readers in planning their holidays. We'll keep updates coming as new information is published. Follow us on Twitter to learn about updates.


    Restaurants, bars: Open

    Convenience stores: Open

    Supermarkets:     Open

    Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

    Liquor stores: 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: 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. In recent year's we've notices some banks keep some branches open at unexpected times so check with your own bank.

    Parking, Boston trash, and MBTA after the ad.

    This weekend is a great time to start your tax preparation. Step one, order your software by following this link to Amazon. You can even download some versions right from the Amazon Download Store. Shopping Amazon from here keeps information like this coming your way. 

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

    Boston Recycling and Trash Collection:

    "Presidents' Day, "Monday February 18, 2013

    No Delay of trash or recycling collection in Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Charlestown, Chinatown, Fenway, Leather District, Mission Hill, North End, Roxbury, South Boston, and the South End.

    Delay trash and recycling collection a day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.
    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    Here's the source of the recycling and trash information.

    MBTA Schedule Changes 

    (Update: 02.06.13) The MBTA Presidents' Day operations schedule was posted as follows: (note this link will only work up until the holiday.)

    • Blue, Orange, and Red Line trains, Green Line streetcars will operate on a Saturday schedule.
    • Silver Line will operate on a Saturday schedule.
    • Most Commuter rail trains will operate on a Saturday schedule. The Fairmont, Greenbush, Kingston/Plymouth and Needham lines will not operate.
    • Buses and trackless trolleys will operate on a Saturday schedule. Check this link for bus routes that will not operate. (note this link will only work up until the holiday.)
    • Hingham and Qunicy commuter boat service will operate on a regular weekday schedule.
    • Inner Harbor Ferry Service – Charlestown to Long Wharf will operate on a regular weekday schedule.
    • THE RIDE will operate on a Saturday schedule, but contact your local Ride contractor for details.

    For more information on routes, schedules, and fares, please call the MBTA Customer Service Center at 617-222-3200 or 1-800-392-6100 (hearing impaired TTY 617-222-5146) or log onto the MBTA’s website www.mbta.com. 

     

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2010 Penny Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

  • What’s Open on Presidents’ Day in Boston 2013 & MBTA Schedules

    DSC_0526 - Version 32011-02-03-washington-public garden-presidents day-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Here's a run-down of what's open and what's closed in Boston on Presidents' Day and the MBTA schedules plus information on Boston trash pick-up and parking for – February 18, 2013. 

    This is an old post. Here's the 2015 information on this topic.

    We publish these resource pages early to assist our readers in planning their holidays. We'll keep updates coming as new information is published. Follow us on Twitter to learn about updates.


    Restaurants, bars: Open

    Convenience stores: Open

    Supermarkets:     Open

    Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

    Liquor stores: 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: 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. In recent year's we've notices some banks keep some branches open at unexpected times so check with your own bank.

    Parking, Boston trash, and MBTA after the ad.

    This weekend is a great time to start your tax preparation. Step one, order your software by following this link to Amazon. You can even download some versions right from the Amazon Download Store. Shopping Amazon from here keeps information like this coming your way. 

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

    Boston Recycling and Trash Collection:

    "Presidents' Day, "Monday February 18, 2013

    No Delay of trash or recycling collection in Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Charlestown, Chinatown, Fenway, Leather District, Mission Hill, North End, Roxbury, South Boston, and the South End.

    Delay trash and recycling collection a day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.
    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    Here's the source of the recycling and trash information.

    MBTA Schedule Changes 

    (Update: 02.06.13) The MBTA Presidents' Day operations schedule was posted as follows: (note this link will only work up until the holiday.)

    • Blue, Orange, and Red Line trains, Green Line streetcars will operate on a Saturday schedule.
    • Silver Line will operate on a Saturday schedule.
    • Most Commuter rail trains will operate on a Saturday schedule. The Fairmont, Greenbush, Kingston/Plymouth and Needham lines will not operate.
    • Buses and trackless trolleys will operate on a Saturday schedule. Check this link for bus routes that will not operate. (note this link will only work up until the holiday.)
    • Hingham and Qunicy commuter boat service will operate on a regular weekday schedule.
    • Inner Harbor Ferry Service – Charlestown to Long Wharf will operate on a regular weekday schedule.
    • THE RIDE will operate on a Saturday schedule, but contact your local Ride contractor for details.

    For more information on routes, schedules, and fares, please call the MBTA Customer Service Center at 617-222-3200 or 1-800-392-6100 (hearing impaired TTY 617-222-5146) or log onto the MBTA’s website www.mbta.com. 

     

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2010 Penny Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

  • What’s Open in Boston & MBTA Schedules Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2013

    Here's a rundown of what's open in Boston, plus Boston trash collection, parking, and MBTA schedules for Martin Luther King Jr. Day– January 21, 2013. We try to publish this information ahead of the holiday so you can make your plans.

    Update: This is an outdated post. You'll find the information for 2016 at this link. 

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    Photo of Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial by Scott Ableman AttributionNoncommercialNo Derivative Works Some rights reserved

    Restaurants, Bars: Open

     

    Convenience Stores: Open 

     

    Supermarkets: Open

     

    Retail Stores: Are allowed to open, if the owners choose


    Liquor Stores: 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: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with both Banks and the Stock Markets in the United States closed. International markets are open.

     

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

     

    Update from the city site 01.18.13: "Tow Lot: The Tow Lot will be closed from 12PM on Saturday to 7AM on Tuesday."

     

    Boston Trash and Recycling:

    The City website says,

    "Martin Luther King Day, Monday January 21, 2013

    No Delay of trash or recycling collection in Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Charlestown, Chinatown, Fenway, Leather District, Mission Hill, North End, Roxbury, South Boston, and the South End.

    Delay trash and recycling collection 1 day if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.
    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    Street Cleaning: 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."

     

    MBTA Schedule for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 21, 3013 

    • Subway: Blue, Orange, Red, Green line and Silver lines will operate on a Saturday schedule.
    • Buses and Trackless Trolleys will operate on a Saturday schedule with a list of routes posted here that will not operate.
    • Commuter rail trains will operate on a regular weekday schedule. 
    • Commuter boat services from Hingham, Hull, and Quincy will operate on regular weekday schedules. 
    • Inner Harbor Ferry Service from Charlestown to Long Wharf will operate on a regular weekday schedule. 
    •  The RIDE will operate on a Saturday schedule. 

    For more information about MBTA services, routes, schedules, and fares, please call the T’s Customer Information Center at 617-222-3200 (TTY 617-222-5146) or log on to the MBTA’s website www.mbta.com

     

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    Details:
    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: Photo of Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial by Scott Ableman used under creative commons license AttributionNoncommercialNo Derivative Works Some rights reserved

    Related articles
    Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Opens in Washington, D.C.: Photos
    King Center's 2013 MLK Holiday Observance Kicks Off 50th Anniversary of "I Have A Dream" Speech with the Salute to Greatness Dinner
    MBTA ridership up again
    Exposing the underground world of MBTA tattoos
    MBTA's fare recovery rate vs other cities
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  • What’s Open in Boston & MBTA Schedules Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2013

    Here's a rundown of what's open in Boston, plus Boston trash collection, parking, and MBTA schedules for Martin Luther King Jr. Day– January 21, 2013. We try to publish this information ahead of the holiday so you can make your plans.

    Update: This is an outdated post. You'll find the information for 2016 at this link. 

    6096306803_c2ce34f1b1

    Photo of Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial by Scott Ableman AttributionNoncommercialNo Derivative Works Some rights reserved

    Restaurants, Bars: Open

     

    Convenience Stores: Open 

     

    Supermarkets: Open

     

    Retail Stores: Are allowed to open, if the owners choose


    Liquor Stores: 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: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with both Banks and the Stock Markets in the United States closed. International markets are open.

     

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

     

    Update from the city site 01.18.13: "Tow Lot: The Tow Lot will be closed from 12PM on Saturday to 7AM on Tuesday."

     

    Boston Trash and Recycling:

    The City website says,

    "Martin Luther King Day, Monday January 21, 2013

    No Delay of trash or recycling collection in Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Charlestown, Chinatown, Fenway, Leather District, Mission Hill, North End, Roxbury, South Boston, and the South End.

    Delay trash and recycling collection 1 day if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.
    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    Street Cleaning: 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."

     

    MBTA Schedule for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 21, 3013 

    • Subway: Blue, Orange, Red, Green line and Silver lines will operate on a Saturday schedule.
    • Buses and Trackless Trolleys will operate on a Saturday schedule with a list of routes posted here that will not operate.
    • Commuter rail trains will operate on a regular weekday schedule. 
    • Commuter boat services from Hingham, Hull, and Quincy will operate on regular weekday schedules. 
    • Inner Harbor Ferry Service from Charlestown to Long Wharf will operate on a regular weekday schedule. 
    •  The RIDE will operate on a Saturday schedule. 

    For more information about MBTA services, routes, schedules, and fares, please call the T’s Customer Information Center at 617-222-3200 (TTY 617-222-5146) or log on to the MBTA’s website www.mbta.com

     

    Keeping warm is on the top of everyone's agenda. Amazon has excellent underlayers to keep you toasty.

     

       

     

    Details:
    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: Photo of Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial by Scott Ableman used under creative commons license AttributionNoncommercialNo Derivative Works Some rights reserved

    Related articles
    Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Opens in Washington, D.C.: Photos
    King Center's 2013 MLK Holiday Observance Kicks Off 50th Anniversary of "I Have A Dream" Speech with the Salute to Greatness Dinner
    MBTA ridership up again
    Exposing the underground world of MBTA tattoos
    MBTA's fare recovery rate vs other cities
    Enhanced by Zemanta

  • What’s Open in Boston & MBTA Schedules Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2013

    Here's a rundown of what's open in Boston, plus Boston trash collection, parking, and MBTA schedules for Martin Luther King Jr. Day– January 21, 2013. We try to publish this information ahead of the holiday so you can make your plans.

    Update: This is an outdated post. You'll find the information for 2016 at this link. 

    6096306803_c2ce34f1b1

    Photo of Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial by Scott Ableman AttributionNoncommercialNo Derivative Works Some rights reserved

    Restaurants, Bars: Open

     

    Convenience Stores: Open 

     

    Supermarkets: Open

     

    Retail Stores: Are allowed to open, if the owners choose


    Liquor Stores: 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: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with both Banks and the Stock Markets in the United States closed. International markets are open.

     

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

     

    Update from the city site 01.18.13: "Tow Lot: The Tow Lot will be closed from 12PM on Saturday to 7AM on Tuesday."

     

    Boston Trash and Recycling:

    The City website says,

    "Martin Luther King Day, Monday January 21, 2013

    No Delay of trash or recycling collection in Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Charlestown, Chinatown, Fenway, Leather District, Mission Hill, North End, Roxbury, South Boston, and the South End.

    Delay trash and recycling collection 1 day if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.
    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    Street Cleaning: 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."

     

    MBTA Schedule for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 21, 3013 

    • Subway: Blue, Orange, Red, Green line and Silver lines will operate on a Saturday schedule.
    • Buses and Trackless Trolleys will operate on a Saturday schedule with a list of routes posted here that will not operate.
    • Commuter rail trains will operate on a regular weekday schedule. 
    • Commuter boat services from Hingham, Hull, and Quincy will operate on regular weekday schedules. 
    • Inner Harbor Ferry Service from Charlestown to Long Wharf will operate on a regular weekday schedule. 
    •  The RIDE will operate on a Saturday schedule. 

    For more information about MBTA services, routes, schedules, and fares, please call the T’s Customer Information Center at 617-222-3200 (TTY 617-222-5146) or log on to the MBTA’s website www.mbta.com

     

    Keeping warm is on the top of everyone's agenda. Amazon has excellent underlayers to keep you toasty.

     

       

     

    Details:
    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: Photo of Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial by Scott Ableman used under creative commons license AttributionNoncommercialNo Derivative Works Some rights reserved

    Related articles
    Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Opens in Washington, D.C.: Photos
    King Center's 2013 MLK Holiday Observance Kicks Off 50th Anniversary of "I Have A Dream" Speech with the Salute to Greatness Dinner
    MBTA ridership up again
    Exposing the underground world of MBTA tattoos
    MBTA's fare recovery rate vs other cities
    Enhanced by Zemanta

  • What’s Open in Boston on Veterans Day 2012, MBTA Schedule Changes

    20091102DSC_9813 - Version 2

    UPDATE: What's Open in Boston on Veterans Day 2013

    Here's a run-down of what's open in Boston on Veterans' Day, information on Boston trash collection, parking meters, and MBTA schedules for Monday, November 12, 2012. This year, the city of Boston is celebrating the holiday on the Monday following the traditional date of November 11th. That means you can start planning a long weekend.

    Be very careful about parking meters on Monday. *Please read the detailed note below. 

    But, the State is calling Sunday, November 11th Veteran's Day making that the day with pay regulations.

    We publish these reminders before each holiday to help you make the most of your time off!

    Restaurants, bars: Open

    Convenience stores: Open

    Supermarkets: Open

    Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

    Liquor stores: 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: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with most Banks closed. But, we are noticing that some banks are keeping some branches open so check with your own institution.

    Stock market: Open, as are international markets.

    *Boston Parking: Here's what the city says, you may have to read this a few times.

    "City of Boston parking meters are free on Sundays and legal holidays
    and no time limit is enforced.  All other parking regulations,
    including rush hour restrictions at meters, remain in effect.  It is important to note that this applies only to the day that the actual holiday falls on, not to the day that offices may be closed in celebration of the holiday.  For example, if New Year's Day is Saturday but offices are closed on Friday in recognition of the holiday, parking meters will be in operation on Friday but not on Saturday."     Remember this holiday falls on Sunday but the city offices are closed on Monday.

    Street Sweeping: 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."

    More information on Boston Trash Schedules and MBTA after this ad.

    Need a destination for a fall weekend? Here are a couple of books that might help you decide. Remember, Begin your Amazon purchases here to keep information like this flowing your way.

    Boston Trash Collection: The City says:

    "Monday, November 12 | 7am – Saturday, November 17, 2012 | 5pm

    Delay trash and recycling pickup 1 day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.

    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    The MBTA press release says that on Monday, November 12, 2012 all services will run on their regular weekday schedules.

    For additional information on routes, schedules, and fares, "please call the MBTA Customer Service Center at 617-222-3200 or 1-800-392-6100 (hearing impaired TDD 617-222-5146)" or contact them at www.mbta.com.

    And, if you have to work: Holiday Pay Information For Retail Establishments from the Secretary of State.

    "Retail establishments which operate on New Year's Day, Columbus Day after 12 noon, or on November 11th after 1:00 p.m. are required to pay their employees time and one-half regardless of the number of employees on their payroll."
    http://www.sec.state.ma.us/cis/cishol/holidx.htm

    (Photo of the Shaw Memorial on the Boston Common: ©2009 Penny Cherubino)

    Related articles
    MBTA ridership back up despite fare increase
    MBTA wants to kill off Red/Blue connector idea once and for all
    Statue locked up in shuttered Green Line entrance gets new life on college campus
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  • What’s Open in Boston on Veterans Day 2012, MBTA Schedule Changes

    20091102DSC_9813 - Version 2

    UPDATE: What's Open in Boston on Veterans Day 2013

    Here's a run-down of what's open in Boston on Veterans' Day, information on Boston trash collection, parking meters, and MBTA schedules for Monday, November 12, 2012. This year, the city of Boston is celebrating the holiday on the Monday following the traditional date of November 11th. That means you can start planning a long weekend.

    Be very careful about parking meters on Monday. *Please read the detailed note below. 

    But, the State is calling Sunday, November 11th Veteran's Day making that the day with pay regulations.

    We publish these reminders before each holiday to help you make the most of your time off!

    Restaurants, bars: Open

    Convenience stores: Open

    Supermarkets: Open

    Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

    Liquor stores: 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: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with most Banks closed. But, we are noticing that some banks are keeping some branches open so check with your own institution.

    Stock market: Open, as are international markets.

    *Boston Parking: Here's what the city says, you may have to read this a few times.

    "City of Boston parking meters are free on Sundays and legal holidays
    and no time limit is enforced.  All other parking regulations,
    including rush hour restrictions at meters, remain in effect.  It is important to note that this applies only to the day that the actual holiday falls on, not to the day that offices may be closed in celebration of the holiday.  For example, if New Year's Day is Saturday but offices are closed on Friday in recognition of the holiday, parking meters will be in operation on Friday but not on Saturday."     Remember this holiday falls on Sunday but the city offices are closed on Monday.

    Street Sweeping: 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."

    More information on Boston Trash Schedules and MBTA after this ad.

    Need a destination for a fall weekend? Here are a couple of books that might help you decide. Remember, Begin your Amazon purchases here to keep information like this flowing your way.

    Boston Trash Collection: The City says:

    "Monday, November 12 | 7am – Saturday, November 17, 2012 | 5pm

    Delay trash and recycling pickup 1 day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.

    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    The MBTA press release says that on Monday, November 12, 2012 all services will run on their regular weekday schedules.

    For additional information on routes, schedules, and fares, "please call the MBTA Customer Service Center at 617-222-3200 or 1-800-392-6100 (hearing impaired TDD 617-222-5146)" or contact them at www.mbta.com.

    And, if you have to work: Holiday Pay Information For Retail Establishments from the Secretary of State.

    "Retail establishments which operate on New Year's Day, Columbus Day after 12 noon, or on November 11th after 1:00 p.m. are required to pay their employees time and one-half regardless of the number of employees on their payroll."
    http://www.sec.state.ma.us/cis/cishol/holidx.htm

    (Photo of the Shaw Memorial on the Boston Common: ©2009 Penny Cherubino)

    Related articles
    MBTA ridership back up despite fare increase
    MBTA wants to kill off Red/Blue connector idea once and for all
    Statue locked up in shuttered Green Line entrance gets new life on college campus
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  • What’s Open in Boston on Veterans Day 2012, MBTA Schedule Changes

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    UPDATE: What's Open in Boston on Veterans Day 2013

    Here's a run-down of what's open in Boston on Veterans' Day, information on Boston trash collection, parking meters, and MBTA schedules for Monday, November 12, 2012. This year, the city of Boston is celebrating the holiday on the Monday following the traditional date of November 11th. That means you can start planning a long weekend.

    Be very careful about parking meters on Monday. *Please read the detailed note below. 

    But, the State is calling Sunday, November 11th Veteran's Day making that the day with pay regulations.

    We publish these reminders before each holiday to help you make the most of your time off!

    Restaurants, bars: Open

    Convenience stores: Open

    Supermarkets: Open

    Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

    Liquor stores: 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: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with most Banks closed. But, we are noticing that some banks are keeping some branches open so check with your own institution.

    Stock market: Open, as are international markets.

    *Boston Parking: Here's what the city says, you may have to read this a few times.

    "City of Boston parking meters are free on Sundays and legal holidays
    and no time limit is enforced.  All other parking regulations,
    including rush hour restrictions at meters, remain in effect.  It is important to note that this applies only to the day that the actual holiday falls on, not to the day that offices may be closed in celebration of the holiday.  For example, if New Year's Day is Saturday but offices are closed on Friday in recognition of the holiday, parking meters will be in operation on Friday but not on Saturday."     Remember this holiday falls on Sunday but the city offices are closed on Monday.

    Street Sweeping: 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."

    More information on Boston Trash Schedules and MBTA after this ad.

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    Boston Trash Collection: The City says:

    "Monday, November 12 | 7am – Saturday, November 17, 2012 | 5pm

    Delay trash and recycling pickup 1 day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.

    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    The MBTA press release says that on Monday, November 12, 2012 all services will run on their regular weekday schedules.

    For additional information on routes, schedules, and fares, "please call the MBTA Customer Service Center at 617-222-3200 or 1-800-392-6100 (hearing impaired TDD 617-222-5146)" or contact them at www.mbta.com.

    And, if you have to work: Holiday Pay Information For Retail Establishments from the Secretary of State.

    "Retail establishments which operate on New Year's Day, Columbus Day after 12 noon, or on November 11th after 1:00 p.m. are required to pay their employees time and one-half regardless of the number of employees on their payroll."
    http://www.sec.state.ma.us/cis/cishol/holidx.htm

    (Photo of the Shaw Memorial on the Boston Common: ©2009 Penny Cherubino)

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  • What’s Open on Columbus Day 2012 In Boston and MBTA Schedule Changes

    Here's a run-down of what's open and closed in Boston on Columbus Day and changes to MBTA schedules for October 8, 2012.

    Update: Here's the link to the 2015 version of this information.

    What's Open & Closed in Boston on Columbus Day  2015 Plus Trash, Parking, MBTA Schedules & More.

     

    We've also added information on parking, street sweeping, traffic alerts, road closures, parades, and trash collection.

    This is one of those holidays when, for a lot of people, it's "business as usual." Even the stock market is open.

    We publish these reminders before each holiday to help our readers make their holiday plans.

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    There's a statue of Columbus in Louisburg Square

    Restaurants, bars: Open

    Convenience stores: Open

    Supermarkets: Open

    Retail stores: Are allowed to open if the owners choose

    Liquor stores: 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: As the British would say, this is a Bank Holiday with most Banks closed. But, each year more banks decide to keep a few branches open. Check with your own bank. 

    Stock market: Open as are international markets.

    Boston Parking: City website says, "Free parking at all city meters. All other rules apply.

    Street Sweeping: City website says, "Daytime street sweeping is suspended on city holidays, but nighttime sweeping schedules remain in effect."

    Boston Trash Collection: From this page on the city site.

    "Monday, October 8 | 7am – Saturday, October 13, 2012 | 5pm

    Delay trash and recycling pickup 1 day only if you live in Allston, Brighton, Dorchester, East Boston, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain*, Mattapan, Roslindale, or West Roxbury.

    *If you live in Jamaica Plain and your trash is picked up 2 times per week, do not delay."

    Traffic Alerts/Road closures: More will be added as we are made aware of them.

    MBTA Columbus Day Schedules 2012

    The MBTA has announced schedules for Columbus Day, Monday, October 8, 2012. The service schedules vary from Saturday, to modified Saturday, and regular weekday, to modified weekday. Full Details Here!

    For additional information on routes, schedules, and fares, contact the MBTA at (617) 222-3200, TTY 617-222-5146, or visit them at: www.mbta.com.

    Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

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