City offices stay open for Veterans Day, and the senior center hosts a big band concert Monday

Veterans Day falls on Wednesday, Nov. 11, but Richardson residents will not see City Hall go dark.

All municipal offices and services will keep their regular schedule on the holiday, the city said in a notice posted Friday.

Federal offices that are not essential will be shut, including post offices, and most banks will also close because they follow the Federal Reserve calendar, according to the city's notice. Texas state offices will be closed as well. Practices among cities vary.

Concert at the senior center

The Richardson Senior Center is marking the holiday early. The Upswing Jazz Orchestra will perform a concert honoring veterans at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, at the center, 820 W. Arapaho Road.

Admission is free, but the city asks attendees to register in advance by calling 972-744-7800, which is also the number for more details.

Year-round resources

The city also points veterans to its Veterans Partnership Initiative, a page on the city website that collects links on education, employment, health and housing, along with programs and events geared to veterans.

Sources

richardsontoday.com

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