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The Outlet Shops of Grand River Welcomes Fashion Retailer Windsor
The Outlet Shops of Grand River announces the Grand Opening of Windsor on April 6, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., just in time to shop for spring fashions. Windsor is the first of several new retail stores that will open this year at The Outlet Shops of Grand River.
With so many special events in the spring, Windsor stands ready to serve you. This retailer will present a beautiful 4,236 square foot store located in Suite 610 across from Tommy Hilfiger. The easiest way to find this incredible fashion boutique is to park at the front of the mall and enter between Banana Republic and Tommy Hilfiger.
Windsor offers women’s clothing and fashion accessories with a variety of items to choose from including dresses, tops, skirts, denim, shoes and much more. You will feel fabulous in formal dresses and gowns from this spectacular retailer.
“We are very excited to welcome Windsor to The Outlet Shops of Grand River,” said Christine Strange, VP of Retail Operations. “Our customers will love the affordable on-trend women’s fashions the boutique will offer.” Read Full Article
Two Proclamations of Recognition Were Presented at Council Meeting
The City of Leeds declared two Proclamations of Recognition at the City Council meeting on Monday night. Mayor David Miller presented the first proclamation to Blount County 911 in recognition of Public Safety Telecommunications Week April 10-14, 2023. Three staff members of Blount County 911 were present for the presentation: Brittany Rivera -Dispatcher/Telecommunicator, Susan Blackwood – Shift Leader/Dispatcher and Derrick Walker – Director. Mayor Miller presented the second proclamation in honor of Rodean Russell for the great job she did over her 30 years of employment with the City of Leeds who recently passed away. Councilwoman DeVoris Ragland-Pierce received the proclamation on behalf of the Rodean Russell family. To view a copy of each proclamation and videos of the presentations, please visit www.LeedsAlabama.org.
Take Me to Indy 2023
Take Me to Indy – 2023 | America's First Federal Credit Union
Welcome Back Hustle and Grind Coffee Company!!!!!
Hustle &Grind will be back at their location at Rails & Ales on Thursday, April 6 from 6:45 am-11 am.
We are so excited to bring your Hustle & Grind favorites back to your mornings! See you soon! 
Hustle & Grind Coffee Company | Facebook
Celebrate Occupational Therapy Month | Drayer Physical Therapy
Happy Occupational Therapy Month! We are grateful for our incredible occupational therapists across the #UpstreamFamily of Clinical Care, who are dedicated to providing the best possible care and outcomes for our patients. Thank you for your commitment and excellence every day!
From Drayer Physical Therapy
Grand River Drive-In
APRIL 7TH - APRIL 8TH
BOX OFFICE OPENS AT 6:00 PM | START TIME 7:30 PM
Screen 2: 7:30 pm - john Wick -Chapter 4 / No Second Showing
Screen 3: 7:30 pm - Dungeons & Dragons / 10:00 pm - Scream VI
Screen 4: 7:30 pm - Super Mario Brothers / 9:17 pm - Champions
Movies Start At 7:30 pm || Features Times will Coincide with the Sunset. Snack Shack: Open
Tickets Live On Grandriverdrive-In.Com
Thursday, April 6
Windsor Ribbon Cutting | The Outlet Shops of Grand River
Join us for a ribbon cutting this Thursday, April 6th at 10:00 a.m. at “Windsor,” a new store at the Shops of Grand River. It is located in Suite 610 across from Tommy Hilfiger. Join us in welcoming this new business to Leeds!!!
Holy Week | Cedar Grove Baptist Church
Join us for our annual Holy Week Luncheons, every day from noon to 1 pm.
Easter Sunday: April 9, Sunrise service @ 6 am | Worship @ 10 am
Free 4x6 Photo With The Easter Bunny | Bass Pro Shops
Easter Bunny reservations are open now! Pictures thru April 11th.
We can't wait to see you there!
Click the link below to register now:
Auditions | Something Rotten | Leeds Arts Council
The Leeds Arts Council is excited to present our summer musical, “Something Rotten!” Auditions will be held on April 6 from 6-9 PM. We’re looking for a large cast of diverse and passionate performers to bring this over-the-top musical to life! Absolutely no experience necessary! However, because of the show's adult content, the cast will be limited to ages 15 and up. We encourage you to fill out the audition form in advance if possible, but please only complete the audition form if you plan to attend.
To fill out the audition form, follow this link: https://forms.gle/aafWcnWijUsr5CadA
If you have any questions or concerns, we would be happy to answer them at somethingrottenlac@gmail.com.
Blazin Beatz Music Bingo | Rails and Ales
Blazin ‘Beatz Bingo is a fast-paced free-to-play music bingo game where our hosts will play part of songs while you listen and mark them off on your bingo card. This isn’t your grandma’s bingo! Get ready to dance, sing, hear great music, win prizes, and hopefully be the first to yell BINGO!!! We bring the fun every Thursday at 7 to Rails and Ales.
More Info: https://railsandales.beer/events
Friday, April 7
Free 4x6 Photo With The Easter Bunny | Bass Pro Shops
Easter Bunny reservations are open now! Pictures thru April 11th.
We can't wait to see you there!
Click the link below to register now:
Holy Week | Cedar Grove Baptist Church
Join us for our annual Holy Week Luncheons, every day from noon to 1 pm.
Easter Sunday: April 9, Sunrise service @ 6 am | Worship @ 10 am
Live Music this Weekend | The Backyard
Jeff Roberts: 6-9 PM (FRIDAY, APR. 7TH)
The Backyard | Facebook
The Easter Bunny is Hopping to Town! Friday, April 7
The Easter bunny is making a very special appearance at Rails & Ales! Hop on by to take your picture with him, get your very own bunny ears, face painted, and take home some magic bunny food!
Please RSVP “GOING” to make sure we know how many ears to order! 
Rails will have beer and wine available and their food truck arrives at 6 pm if you’d like to make a night of it.
Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt | Mortgage Right
Come and join in the fun Easter weekend. April 7th from 6 pm - 8 pm at Mortgage Right (7906 Parkway Drive, Leeds).
Reservations are required.
Click on the link to RSVP: Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt
Good Friday Worship Night | First Baptist Church Leeds
FBC Leeds would love to invite you and your family to join us for a Good Friday Worship Night at 7 PM.
EASTER Worship this Sunday at 8:30 am or 10:45 am!
Come join us as we worship our RISEN KING!
Good Friday Worship Service | The Tower of Prayer Church
Family!
Friday is a BIG day!
Join us at 7 P.M. CST. on Good Friday as we present Anticipate: A worship experience and production that highlights the journey to the resurrection!
We can’t wait to worship with you in person or online!!
There's no better place to be than T.O.P. 
The Tower of Prayer Church
Foos Friday & JT's AllStar Band | Van's Bar Leeds
Saturday, April 8
Sportbike Track Time | Barber Motorsports Park
April 8 – 9
To register or for more information: Sportbike Track Time
Free 4x6 Photo With The Easter Bunny | Bass Pro Shops
Easter Bunny reservations are open now! Pictures thru April 11th.
We can't wait to see you there!
Click the link below to register now:
Stephen Wheeler Live at the Rail | Rails and Ales
Live music with Stephen Wheeler 7-11 PM. Food with Battle Axes Feast 6-9 PM.
Hutch Edwards Project LIVE | Van’s Bar Leeds
Sunday, April 9 - Easter Sunday / He is Risen, Just as He Said!
Easter Sunday | Cedar Grove Baptist Church
Easter Sunday: April 9, Sunrise service @ 6 AM | Worship @ 10 AM
Easter Sunday | First Baptist Church Leeds
FBC Leeds would love to invite you and your family to join us for EASTER Worship this Sunday at 8:30 or 10:45 AM!
Come join us as we worship our RISEN KING!
First Baptist Church Leeds | Facebook
Easter Sunday | Leeds First Methodist Church
EASTER is Sunday, April 9!
Make plans to join us this Easter and the following Sundays in April for our sermon series "Victory in Jesus"!
8:45 AM Modern Worship | Family Life Center
11:00 AM Traditional Worship | Sanctuary
Come Celebrate with Us | Leeds Worship Center
Happy Easter Sunday, April 9th @ 10 AM.
Leeds Worship Center
7315 Parkway Drive
Leeds, Alabama 35094
t. (205) 699-8636
Join us for Easter Sunday! | Mosaic Chapel
Between The Hurt and Heaven
April 9th @ 10 AM
Mosiac Chapel
Free 4x6 Photo With The Easter Bunny | Bass Pro Shops
Easter Bunny reservations are open now! Pictures thru April 11th.
We can't wait to see you there!
Click the link below to register now:
Sportbike Track Time | Barber Motorsports Park
April 8 – 9
To register or for more information: Sportbike Track Time
Monday, April 10
Masterpiece Mondays - Leeds Arts Council 9a-Noon
Did you know we are open on Mondays from 9-12? Come on down to the #leedsartscouncil to view the art on display! Located at 8140 Parkway Drive.
More Info: www.LeedsArtsCouncil.org
Men’s Bible Study | First Baptist Church Leeds
Men’s Bible Study Monday’s 6pm
More info: First Baptist Church Leeds | Facebook
Free 4x6 Photo With The Easter Bunny | Bass Pro Shops
Easter Bunny reservations are open now! Pictures thru April 11th.
We can't wait to see you there!
Click the link below to register now:
Tuesday, April 11
Free 4x6 Photo With The Easter Bunny | Bass Pro Shops
Easter Bunny reservations are open now! Pictures thru April 11th.
We can't wait to see you there!
Click the link below to register now:
Parkinson’s Support Group | Cedar Grove Baptist Church
A Support group for those with Parkinson's and their caregivers. Every 2nd Tuesday @ 6 pm in the Banquet Hall.
Date / Time: Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 6 PM - 7 PM
Location: 2001 Grove Rd. Leeds, AL. 35094
Phone: 205-699-8446
Wednesday, April 12
Pool Night | The Backyard
Wednesday Night is Pool night!! starting at 5 PM! 
Rack em for free with a minimum purchase of $10 at Neighbors or Saw’s.
Open Mic Night | Van's Bar Leeds
Open Mic Night at VAN'S in Leeds every Wednesday starting at 7 PM. You never know who you might see or hear! Good times with great friends. No cover ...
Upcoming Events
Leeds Historic Downtown Walking Tour Celebrates 100 Years of the Library
Walk the Story of Our Past
Explore the First 100 Years of the Library
Come to the Leeds Historic Downtown Walking Tour hosted by Leeds Jane Culbreth Library in partnership with Leeds Historical Society and Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce celebrating 100 Years of the Library. We hope you will visit Leeds, Alabama on Saturday, April 15, 2023 between the hours of 10:00 am and 2:00 pm to participate in this special walking tour to see the different locations of the library, the history of the Leeds Jane Culbreth Library and other historical downtown buildings, businesses and people.
Once you arrive, you will visit each site and different stations around town where historical tour guides will share information along the way. This walking tour will begin in the parking lot at the corner of Parkway Drive and 8th Street across from Regions Bank and Leeds Jane Culbreth Library.
Leeds looks forward to telling the historical significance and an interesting story of how each location helped build and establish our Library’s 100th year legacy as well as celebrate Leeds, Alabama.
For more information about this event, please visit www.LeedsLibrary.com
Artist Walk | Artist Incorporated Gallery
April 15th, 12 PM- 4 PM
Afternoon Tea | Leeds Historical Society
April 15, 2023 from 11 AM - 1 PM
We made signing up easier! If you have already reserved your spot you are good to go. There are still spots available!
This event is for ALL! Littles are welcome to come dressed to impress and enjoy yummy treats. Don't miss out on this fun event!
Click on the link to sign up: Leeds Historical Society Afternoon Tea
Leeds Area Chamber Corporate Ambassador Meeting | Mango's Cantina & Grill
Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce April Luncheon | Leeds First Methodist Church
Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly chamber luncheon at 11:45 am on Thursday, April 20th at Leeds First Methodist Church located at 1189 6th Street with Guest Speaker: Mark Colson, President & CEO of Alabama Trucking Association.
This is a great opportunity to meet and develop relationships with other Leeds area business professionals, hear a great speaker and enjoy a great lunch. Also, businesses are encouraged to bring door prizes to advertise your business.
Lunch is $15 and make your reservation with Sandra McGuire, Executive Director, at (205) 699-5001, (205) 965.9392 or Sandra@LeedsAreaChamber.com.
Rails and Ales Open Paint | April 19th
Event by Awake My Soul Studio and Rails and Ales
The deadline to reserve your seat is noon Sunday, April 9th.
GET YOUR DOOR READY FOR A HANGER!!!!
Go to my photos on my page and then click on albums. You will see open paint door hanger choices there. The cost is $45. All projects will be sketched and ready for you to paint. I will "joosh" your piece up by adding final details and words should you want me to.
For more information click on the link: RAILS AND ALES OPEN PAINT
Sabrina Fair | Leeds Arts Council
Tickets are on sale now for the Leeds Arts Councils' production of Sabrina Fair! Come enjoy this romantic comedy set in 1953 Long Island where Sabrina shows the world her desire to embrace all life has to offer. Tickets are $18 and can be purchased at: leedsartscouncil.org
Get Your Tickets Now - Kiddie Day Parade | Leeds Memorial Park
An exciting Kiddie Day Parade is scheduled for 10:00 AM on Saturday, April 22 at Leeds Memorial Park. It’s Earth Day so families are encouraged to be creative and help their children decorate their bicycles, tricycles, battery-operated cars, wagons, and wheelchairs in this or any desired theme to more to ride in this special parade in the city. This is a FREE event with FREE parking and is sponsored by the Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce.
The Kiddie Day Parade will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. at the entrance of the walking track in Leeds Memorial Park on Hwy. 119. Those wanting to ride or walk in this special spring parade should be there around 9:45 a.m. to get in the lineup.
Anyone of any age can walk, ride or roll in this event and it’s going to be a lot of fun! Leeds Fire Department will be there to cheer everyone on and we may possibly have a guest appearance of Sparky! You may pre-register for the parade online at www.LeedsAreaChamber.com. Prizes will be awarded for the best vehicle decorations. You must register to be eligible for prizes.
Be sure to bring your children and your bikes, trikes, battery-operated cars, wagons, and wheelchairs and participate in this fun springtime event as we build community in the City of Leeds, Alabama!
Register at LeedsAreaChamber.com or call 205-965.9392.
Mother-Son Cowboy Party | Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce
Leeds Community Wide Cleanup 2023 - Volunteers Needed
WHEN: April 22, 2023
9am – 12pm
(Check-in at 8:30am)
Rain or Shine
WHERE: Meet at the lot across from Kinetic by Windstream.
8373 1st Ave, Leeds, AL 35094
Breakfast goodies will be provided by Casey Parsons Guild Mortgage.
Take pride in your community and help clean up the City of Leeds. Help by removing trash, debris, litter and make our city a cleaner place. Bring a Team! Ask friends and co-workers from your office, church, school clubs and athletic teams.
To volunteer, call 205-699-0943 or email: development@leedsalabama.gov and visit www.LeedsAlabama.org.
Women’s Conference | First Baptist Church Leeds
First Baptist Church Leeds will host a Women’s Conference on Sunday, April 23, at 5 PM
First Baptist Church Leeds | Facebook
Grand RiverFest | The Outlet Shops of Grand River
Saturday, April 29 from 11a-5p in the front parking lot. One Day Festival Marketplace with arts, crafts, fashion, food, face painting, balloon art, bounce house and more! Family fun. Free admission.
More Info: ShopsOfGrandRiver.com
5k Run & Walk for Life | Ann’s New Life Pregnancy Medical Center
Get your running/walking shoes on and join us for a good cause! On Saturday, April 29th Ann’s New Life Center will have our very own 5K For Life!
Here is the info/registration website for the race itself.
Ann’s 5K Run & Walk for Life
Welcome Erica Ryleigh Back to the Creek Bank Stage
Leeds Creek Bank Festival welcomes back Birmingham-Based Singer/Songwriter Erica Ryleigh to this year’s festival. Ryleigh is best known for her country sound with a hint of “indy” twang. With musical and lyrical influences like Dolly Parton, Miranda Lambert, and Kacey Musgraves, not only does her upbeat attitude and grit make Ryleigh easy to remember, but her story telling throughout her songwriting is hard to be forgotten. We are looking forward to seeing her on the Creek Bank stage and hope you will plan to join us there! Don't miss the opportunity to hear Ryleigh on the Creek Bank Stage on Saturday, May 20, 2023.
Now Accepting Vendors | 28th Annual Creek Bank Festival
Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting vendors for an exciting weekend that packs plenty of fun for you and the kiddos with the 28th Annual Creek Bank Festival at Leeds Memorial Park, Saturday, May 20th. Stage entertainment will include Lennox Poe, Evan Riley, Erica Ryleigh, Kutzu, Eric Watters and Elvis Tribute Artist, Terry Padgett. Plan to enjoy every minute with hula hoop contests, balloon artist, face painting, arts, crafts, specialty vendors from all over the southeast, food trucks, Cruising the Creek Bank Charity Car Show and much more! Remember to bring Fido to compete in the Dog Pageant, Saturday, May 20th. More information and vendor applications may be found at www.CreekBankFestival.com.
Event sponsors: Kinetic by Windstream – Stage Sponsor, Mills Pharmacies – Balloon Artists, The Outlet Shops of Grand River – Face Painting, Crossroads Animal Hospital – Creek Bark Dog Pageant & adr Business & Marketing Strategies – photography/video.
7th Annual Cruising the Creek Bank Car Show
C & C Motor Company presents the 7th Annual Cruising the Creek Bank Charity Car Show in conjunction with the Leeds Creek bank festival. It's a family event so bring those rides & the kiddos. We had over 300 cars last year. Registration is $10. We will have custom made trophies for the Top 30 with some specialty awards. This is open to all Vehicles, Motorcycles & 4WD. For more info, please contact Chris or Christy @ 205-365-7412 or 205-283-0952.
Shopping, Deals & More
2nd Annual Crawfish Boil | The Backyard Leeds
Counting down the days until the 2nd Annual Crawfish Boil!
Tickets Available Online for Pre-Order Soon
Visit our website for details!
Cajun Ranch Fries 
Whataburger Q2 2023 Cruise Sweepstakes
Use the Whataburger app to order between now and April 30 and you will automatically be entered for a chance to win a Princess Cruises® promotional card towards a cruise for up to four people sailing in Fall 2023 out of Galveston, TX!
More info at: https://stories.whataburger.com/princess-cruise-lines.../
Double Down This April | Earthborn Studios
Every order placed in April will be entered to win double their purchase! We will be drawing three lucky winners from April’s orders to replicate your total purchase. Nothing complicated, all you have to do is place your order as normal through our website to be entered. Three customers will receive twice what they ordered earlier in the month. (shipping not included)
at Zombie Jam | Beverly's Dance of Leeds
Register early! NO Registration Fee!
June 26-29 at our Leeds Studio
Give us a call to learn more & register!
205-681-1955
Kinetic Means Business
Chris Savage
Business Sales Consultant
Alabama & Mississippi
(205) 657-7903 iPhone
8372 1st Ave SE Leeds, AL 35094
Chris.Savage@Windstream.com
Easter Weekend | Merch Boutique
Easter is this weekend!! if you are last minute!! stop by and see us got those Easter outfits for Children & Moms!!
Come see me today 2-6 / Friday 11-6 / Saturday 11- 3.
Mills Pharmacy Leeds
Imagine what you could do with the extra time you'd save not having to go and pick up your prescriptions! A little spring cleaning? More time with the kids? The sky's the limit when you ditch your big box pharmacy and make the switch to Mills!
Easter Outfit | Pants Store Leeds
Easter gift ideas for kids! 
Tap to shop on Instagram + Shop online at pantsstore.com & at all six of our locations
Michael Kors Giveaway & Easter Sale | The Outlet Shops of Grand River
We have exciting news! We have added more to our Michael Kors giveaway! You can now enter to win one for you AND one for a friend (or keep the bag, wallet set, and crossbody for yourself). Entering to win is easy – this link has all the details: www.shopsofgrandriver.com/michael-kors-enter-to-win. Enter today – the drawing will be on April 10th. If you have already entered to win – don’t worry; you still qualify for all three Michael Kors items.
Easter Sale - Saturday, April 1 - Saturday, April 8
The Rug Bug Design
6200 Grand River Blvd East
Suite 310
Leeds, AL 35094
(205) 470-7777
The Rug Bug Design | Leeds AL | Facebook
April Events | The Wooden Anchor
The Wooden Anchor’s Events for April- lots going on! Come join us for lots of fun! With every event, you get refreshments and a 15% discount on any purchases. The first event is coming up quick- make a cute bird bath dish for $35. Choose either style and lots of color choices. To sign up, message or call me- 404-862-1679. Space is limited.
Job Opportunities
Now Hiring | Workout Anytime
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This Week's Most Needed Items | Leeds Outreach
You may drop off items at @ MortgageRight Leeds on Parkway Drive or at Leeds Outreach. We want to thank the churches, neighborhoods, businesses, schools and others for their continued support of Leeds Outreach. You can go to our web page and donate money and our shoppers will make the most needed purchases. THANK YOU!
More Info: Leeds Outreach Website or Leeds Outreach Facebook Page
Item of the Month | The Red Barn
Item of the Month REPEAT!!
Water is a big need this time of year. Please consider donating a case today! Drop the water off here at the barn or order a case on Amazon and have it delivered! https://a.co/7NyuiFq
This Week's Recipe
Loaded Cauliflower Au Gratin | howtothisandthat.com
Our loaded cauliflower au gratin makes the perfect side dish for any meal while being both keto and low-carb friendly. You definitely won't miss the potatoes here!
Find more excellent recipes at: howtothisandthat.com
For the recipe click the link: Loaded Cauliflower Au Gratin
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