What's Open, Closed For Christmas, New Year's: Montgomery County

ROCKVILLE, MD — The holidays are for spending time with loved ones. Before you go, it's wise to check what's open and closed in the area. Knowing what services will be available on Christmas and New Year's will save you time and a massive headache.

Government offices, libraries, schools, museums, recreation centers, and businesses all have their own opening and closing hours during this holiday week. Here's how it shakes out for Montgomery County residents:

• County offices: Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.
• Libraries: Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. On Dec. 24 and 31, branches close at 6 p.m.
• Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS): Stores closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.
• Recreation: Programs and facilities closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.
• Montgomery Parks: Visit www.MontgomeryParks.org.
• Ride On: On Dec. 24, Ride On operates until 10 p.m.; runs starting from the endpoints after 10 p.m. will not operate. On Dec. 25 and Jan. 1, Ride On operates on a Sunday schedule.
• Ride On Flex: On Dec. 24 and 31, Ride On Flex operates on normal operations. On Dec. 25 and Jan. 1, Ride On Flex doesn't operate.
• Metrorail and Metrobus: Visit www.wmata.com.
• TRiPS Commuter Store (Silver Spring): Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.
• TRiPS Mobile Commuter Store: Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.
• Shady Grove Processing Facility and Transfer Station: Closes at 3 p.m. on Dec. 24; closed Dec. 25. Closes at 3 p.m. on Dec. 31; closed Jan. 1.
• County-provided refuse/recycling pickup: Canceled on Dec. 25. Recycling and trash collections will slide by one day, with last collection on Saturday, Dec. 28. Also canceled on Jan. 1. After the holiday, recycling and trash collections will slide one day, with the last collection on Saturday, Jan. 4.
• Parking at public garages, lots, curbside meters: Normal parking fees and regulations in effect on Dec. 24 and 31. Free parking on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.
• State offices and courts: State offices closed on Dec. 24; closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1