Labor Day 2013: What's Open, What's Closed in Murrieta

Labor Day, which takes place this year on Monday, Sept. 2, celebrates the many social and economic achievements of American workers: the 40-hour workweek, the 8-hour workday, the right to be safe in the workplace, a minimum wage, pensions, health insurance and many other benefits.

Today we'll head to a barbecue or enjoy the hot bargains in store for shoppers at Labor Day sales. We'll relax, enjoy our day off from work and say thanks.

Here is a list of what’s open and what’s closed in observance of the holiday:

Government offices

Most government offices will be closed Monday.

Mail

will not run Monday. Express mail will be delivered.

Trash

Trash will not be picked up on Monday (Monday pick-ups will be on Tuesday). Trash collection will be one day late for the remainder of the week.

Grocery stores

Most grocery stores and supermarkets are open with regular hours Monday.

Banks

Most banks and credit unions will be closed. 

Library

The Murrieta Public Library is closed Monday.

Medical

Most medical providers will be closed Monday, with a few exceptions.

Schools

All area schools will be closed Monday.

Transportation

RTA will once again provide bus service on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 2. Please note that buses will operate on a Sunday schedule. RTA's Customer Information Center will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. All other RTA administrative offices will be closed.

Shopping

Convenience stores and most retail stores will be open. Look for those deep Labor Day discounts!