Community Corner
Fourth of July What's Open, What's Closed
On the Fourth of July, if state, local or federal government runs it, it's closed—with one exception: Swimming pools.
Thursday is the Fourth of July, Independence Day, the day of our country's birth. This July 4 will mark the 237th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia.
The Fourth of July is a federal, state and local holiday. If it is run by or affiliated with federal, state or local government, it is almost certainly closed.
The only exception to that are municipal swimming pools. In Bethlehem, all six of the city's pools will be open.
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Many retail establishments will remain open for the holiday, though some, like grocery stores, may operate on a short schedule. Check with your favorite store individually to find out.
Bethlehem City Hall is closed.
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Bethlehem Township municipal offices are closed.
Bethlehem Municipal Swimming Pools are open.
Bethlehem Area Public Library is closed.
Northampton County Courthouse is closed.
Lehigh County Courthouse is closed.
Northampton and Lehigh county government offices are closed.
District Judge offices are closed in Lehigh and Northampton counties.
State offices are closed.
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation driver's license and photo centers are closed.
LANTA and LANTAVan services are not running.
Pennsylvania Liquor stores are closed.
Federal offices are closed.
Post offices are closed.
Banks: Most, if not all, will be closed.
Retail: Many retail stores, restaurants and entertainment establishments are open, but check with your destination individually for details.
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