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'Martin Luther Day' celebrates his life, legacy, values, courage, truth, justice and compassion. Its a Bank holiday in US falling on January 19. 'Presidents Day' is celebrated in the commemoration of the birth of George Washington. This is a federal holiday and falls on third Monday of January. 'Independence Day', founded on 4th July 1776, Independence Day celebrates the birthday of United States of America. In the coming year 2009, Americans will celebrate its 233rd Birthday. On 'Labor Day' Banks of US shuts down and the day is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. Military veterans, who served the armed forces are honored and remembered on 'Veteran's Day'.
US Bank Holidays are also known as Public or Federal Holidays. There are total 10 holidays and all of them are federal holidays. Be it a festivity or celebrating the spirit-all the Bank Holidays of US epitomizes the power, courage and unity of the country. Here's the list of 2009 Bank Holidays in US.
List of Bank Holidays in America
January 1 Tues. New Year's Day
New Year is a universal celebration for new start, dreams and aspirations. As per Gregorian calendar, it falls on 1st January every year. US Bankers enjoys the day with the fiery festivity and raise a toast to good times. Streets of Times Square in New York gets jam-packed and sky gets decked in sparkling crackers. Banks in Us will be shut down on New Year's eve.
January 19 Mon. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
A Noble Laureate, dominant force in Civil Rights Movement- Martin Luther's policy of non violence has made him the most influential figure in the history of America. Revering this great leader, third Monday of January is celebrated as a federal holiday. Its also Bank holiday in US falling on January 19. The day celebrates his life, legacy, values, courage, truth, justice and compassion.
February 16 Mon. Presidents Day
Presidents Holiday is celebrated in the commemoration of the birth of George Washington. Banks of US are closed on Presidents Day, which will be on 16th i 2009, i.e., the third Monday of February. This day great leaders are remembered , who took the America, ahead on the path of success and prosperity. It honors Washington, Lincoln and all other US Presidents who served the nation.
July 4 Fri. Independence Day
Founded on 4th July 1776, Independence Day celebrates the birthday of United States of America. Banks of US are closed on this day, amidst parades and marching bands. In the year 2009, Americans will celebrate 233rd Birthday.
September 7 Mon. Labor Day
Labor Day 2009 will fall on September 7 and Banks of US will shut down. The day is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers and pays homage to their contributions and strengths.
October 12 Mon. Columbus Day
Columbus Day commemorates the Italian navigator Christopher Columbus'. When the world was berserk, Columbus embarked on a voyage on October 12, 1492. The US Bankers enjoys this day at home, spending good time with family. It falls on the second Monday in October.
November 11 Tues. Veterans' Day
Veterans' Day, is an American holiday honoring military veterans, who served the armed forces. Banks of US will be closed on November 11, 2009.
November 26 Thurs. Thanksgiving Day in lieu
US Banks will be closed on Thanksgiving and is a right time to express their gratitude to their dear ons. Also, colloquially known as 'Turkey Day', its a time when family and friends come together for feasting on a dinner table and eat turkey.
December 25 Thurs. Christmas Day
Merry Christmas...the world regale in Christmas festivity and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. It's a worldwide holiday on Christmas Day; schools or office or Banks of US- everyone gets in a party mood. Caroling, wreath, jingles, Christmas tree, cakes are the core ingredients that blends a lot of sweetness and happiness, making this day unique and wonderful.