Chandler residents, take note: Martin Luther King, Jr./Civil Rights Day is approaching, and with it, some changes to the city's service schedule. If you're planning to catch up on municipal errands or enjoy some local amenities on Monday, you'll want to be aware of what's open and what's not. City administrative offices are taking a break, but your garbage and recycling will still make their timely exit from your curb.
Tennis enthusiasts can look forward to regular hours at the Chandler Tennis Center from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m, and Tumbleweed Recreation Center will welcome visitors during holiday hours from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Meanwhile, the Chandler Nature Center, Snedigar Recreation Center, Senior Center, and the downtown Community Center will close their doors for the day, according to the City of Chandler.
For those who had library visits or museum tours in mind, it's time to adjust plans; all Chandler Public Libraries and the Chandler Museum will observe the holiday with closures. The Center for the Arts box office and the Art Gallery are also getting a day off, and the same goes for the Vision Gallery, which will additionally remain closed on Saturday.
Swimmers should take heed, there will be no lap swimming at Nozomi, Desert Oasis, Hamilton, or Mesquite Groves aquatic centers, affirming that some services pause to honor the historical magnitude of the day. Though it's winter in Chandler, all other aquatic centers and pools are closed for the season already, so splash seekers will indeed need to sit this holiday out.
Amid the various pauses and closures, the City of Chandler reminds us of the continued legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., honoring the Civil Rights movement and the persistent journey toward equality. These service schedules embody a moment of respect and reflection, set against the ongoing activities of a community in pursuit of a more just world.
