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Check Out this Week's Leeds Happenings
We hope you've had a fabulous week. Be sure to check out all the news this week right here at Everyone Leeds and always remember...
Shop Leeds. Dine Leeds. Live Leeds. Entertain Leeds.
The IMPACT Leadership Summit was a great success!
Thank you to all the speakers. Bro Jacky Connell, Bill Clark, Robert Daniel, Pastor Blake Lindsey, Jeremiah Castille and Shawn Lovejoy. Thank you to the Community Panel. Telra Rocker, Jason Garrison, Dr James Martin, Justin Burns and Chief Paul Irwin. IMPACT Leadership Summit was a professional development event held at Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum last weekend.
More info: JC Impact Facebook
City of Leeds Announces Downtown Revitalization Project
The City of Leeds announces a legacy project that was originally planned to be done in phases to revitalize most of the downtown area and now will be completed in one large venture. Plans are to totally reconstruct Leeds downtown from 7th Street to 9th Street on Parkway Drive and two blocks on 9th Street on either side of the Parkway. This reconstruct will include new sidewalks with decorative brick pavers, more well-defined landscape areas and new decorative pedestrian lighting. One of the key functions will be ADA compliance for all sidewalks. View Full Press Release
Preschool Playground Equipment Installation at the Park
The City of Leeds announces that the preschool playground equipment installation began on Monday, August 7 at Leeds Memorial Park. The mulch has already been delivered, the new preschool playground equipment arrived today and is in the process of being installed. The new equipment will be installed alongside the big playground area which will create a larger playground area overall.
Ford Appointed to Leeds City School Board
Carla Ford (Crickett) was appointed to the Leeds City School Board at this weeks council meeting. We are excited about this appointment and look forward to the great job she will do on the school board. Pictured here with LCS Superintendent, John Moore.
Leeds City Schools 2023 - 2024 Bus Routes
The 2023-2024 Bus Routes are now available at leedsk12.org. Click on the school bus image and it will take you to the transportation page. Click view all and you can see all bus routes. Thank you for your patience!
Leeds Elementary School News
A huge thank you to Representative Susan DuBose for providing breakfast for our faculty and staff this morning! We greatly appreciate how she pours into our people and school!
Leeds High School Football News
Paint it BLACK
Click link for video: https://facebook.com/leedsftbl/videos/1215607845793630/
Leeds Jane Culbreth Library News
Back to School
A library card is the most important school supply your child needs! Stop by your library today and get carded!
Leeds Primary School News
Car Drop-off Zone
LPS car line starts Wednesday at 7:15am. Please remember to arrive early, be flexible and patient, and have your student ready to exit the car on the passenger side. A huge shoutout to the wonderful PTO parents who are volunteering to help direct traffic this week. If you plan on walking your student in on their first day of school, please know there is limited parking at the front of the school and you may have to park down by the civic center and walk if you choose that option. No one should park along the curb, or double park. Also, handicap parking is for families with that specific need, not for a quick drop off. If you are taking part in carline, please do not get out of the car, we will assist your child in getting out of the car. Please give all hugs, kisses, and finish breakfast prior to getting to the front of the carline so that we can get everyone through as efficiently as possible. Once again, thank you for your patience as we start back to school. Don't forget, the bus is always available for kindergarten and first grade students. We can't wait to see everyone later this week. LPS Facebook
Leeds Primary School PTO News
PTO Membership
If you missed out on purchasing your PTO membership, annual treat pass, or Leeds Spirit Gear at Meet the Teacher, you're in luck! You can get everything online through the Leeds Primary School PTO Square store!
Get what you need here: https://bit.ly/LPS-PTO-Store- Leeds Primary School PTO Facebook
Van's Bar Leeds News
Van's Bar Leeds
Join the fun! Van's Bar | Facebook
Grand River Drive-In Alabama Movie Line-Up
Grand River Drive-In is transitioning back into the school year schedule this weekend!
AUGUST 11TH & 12TH - GATES OPEN @ 6 PM / MOVIES BEGIN @ 8PM
Screen 2: 8:00 pm - Barbie / 10:09 pm - Meg 2: The Trench
Screen 3: 8:00 pm - Haunted Mansion (2023) / 10:18 pm - Talk to Me
Screen 4: 8:00 pm - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem / 9:45 pm - Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse
MOVIES START AT 8:00 pm || FEATURES TIMES WILL COINCIDE WITH THE SUNSET.
SNACK SHACK: OPEN - Tickets and lineups can be purchased and viewed on Grandriverdrive-In.com
Thursday, August 10
Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
Drop-in and Play all day.. Leeds Jane Culbreth Library - 205.699.5962 - 8104 Parkway Drive - LeedsLibrary.com
Leeds Farmers Market
We will be set up Thursday come get your good veggies while you can! We will set up through the month of August as long as we have customers to support! So come on out Leeds! Thursday 3-7.
Thunder @ the Grove | Cedar Grove Baptist Church
The FAITH Riders invite you to join them every second Thursday at 6pm from March 16, 2023 'til September for food and fellowship. No bikes required. Just come as you are. August 10th at 6 pm, BH. Visit our Cedar Grove app for more information about this and other upcoming events. Phone: 205-699-8446. More information @ Cedar Grove Events - Cedar Grove Baptist Church | Facebook
Music Bingo Hosted by Kaleigh | Rails and Ales
Music bingo hosted by Kaleigh - listen to great songs and compete for prizes. We bring the fun every Thursday from 7 pm to 9 pm at Rails and Ales.
Friday, August 11
Broadway - My Way
Join us at Leeds Arts Council on August 11th at 7 pm to hear the vocal stylings of Brandi McClaran and Kevin Grigsby along with featured singers Jon McClaran, Heather Duncan, and Josh McDaniel as they perform Broadway hits. Kevin Grigsby is an exceptional pianist and competed in the international Van Cliburn competition in 2016. This is a one-night-only event, so get your tickets now at: LeedsArtsCouncil.org
Bud's Place Games
The store championship event at Bud's Place Games is happening this Friday at 7pm. It will be a "March of the Machine" draft. Promos will be handed out for participation and placement, as well as 2 packs per person added to the prize pool. Located at 8033 Parkway Drive in historic downtown Leeds.
Saturday, August 12
Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
Drop-in and Play 10 am - 2 pm. Leeds Jane Culbreth Library - 205.699.5962 - 8104 Parkway Drive - LeedsLibrary.com
Card Class | The Wooden Anchor
Friday is the last day to register for the card class with Brandie Grizzle. It’s Saturday at 5:30. You get to make 3 cards, 1 will be 3D, for $17. Refreshments are included, and you get 15% off any purchases for that day.
Call, message, or come by the store to register.
Standard Yu-gi-oh | Bud's Place Games
Standard Yu-gi-oh. The first game of the night, starting at 5:30 pm. Located in historic downtown Leeds at 8033 Parkway Drive. Bud's Place Games
Ben Moseley Live at the Rail | Rails & Ales
Live music with Ben Moseley 7-11 pm.
More info: Rails and Ales | Facebook
Sunday, August 13
Wellspring Worship Center
Join us Sunday & Wednesday Services.
Sunday Morning - Worship and Word: 10:30 a.m. - Location: Sanctuary
Annual WMU Ladies Luncheon | FBC Leeds
August 13th. First Baptist Church Leeds Facebook
Eric Watters | The Backyard
The Backyard, Sunday 2-5. Hope to see you there ?
Drive-In open: Thursday-Sunday - The Backyard: Open 7 days a week - The Backyard | Facebook
Monday, August 14
Masterpiece Mondays - Leeds Arts Council
Open each Monday from 9-12. Come on down to the #leedsartscouncil to view the art on display! Located at 8140 Parkway Drive. More Info: LeedsArtsCouncil.org
Lil' Mamas | Food Truck Monday
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE HAVE MOVED TO 8TH STREET & PARKWAY AT THE CONCRETE PARKING LOT. Get weekly Food Truck Line-up & More Information: LeedsAreaChamber.com
Drop-In and Play | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
Drop-in and play all day - table craft. Leeds Jane Culbreth Library - 8104 Parkway Drive. LeedsLibrary.com - 205.699.5962
Tuesday, August 15
Adult Bible Study | FBC Leeds
Tuesdays at 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall.
Leeds Elementary School PTO
Would you like to know more about how you can be involved in PTO during the 2023-24 school year? Mark your calendar to join us for an open PTO Meeting on Tuesday, August 15 at 6:30 PM at the Leeds Elementary School Library! Leeds Elementary School PTO Facebook
Wednesday, August 16
RSVP Now | Leeds Area Chamber Corporate Ambassador Meeting
Wednesday, August 16 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. Corporate Ambassadors for the Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce meet at Noon on the third Wednesday of each month at Mango’s Cantina & Grill, unless otherwise specified. Lunch is $10 and an RSVP is required. In addition to covering Chamber business and assignments at each meeting, business-building information is shared and each attendee is given a few moments to share information about themselves and their company. For more information about this event, please visit LeedsAreaChamber.com.
Upcoming Events
??? We are thrilled to announce that CrossFit Righteous is one of the teams registered to participate in the Greenie Bowl. We are so thankful for their support of Leeds Elementary School! ???
If you want to play against this awesome team, be sure to sign up to sponsor a team at https://bit.ly/23GreenieBowlTeamSponsor or participate in a team at https://bit.ly/23GreenieBowlParticipantNonSponsored by midnight on Tuesday, August 15.
You can also order an awesome Greenie Bowl Fan T-shirt at https://bit.ly/23GreenieBowlFanTShirt.
Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
RSVP NOW! Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly chamber luncheon at 11:45 am on Thursday, August 17 at Leeds First Methodist Church located at 1189 6th Street, Leeds with Guest Speaker - John Moore, Leeds City Schools Superintendent. 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. For more information about the chamber, this event and speaker bio, please visit: LeedsAreaChamber.com.
Leeds Arts Council
Three on a String FRIDAY August 18th & NOYOKO SATURDAY August 26th at the Leeds Theatre & Arts Center. Access the presale by logging in with your Membership code or entering the email associated with your account to receive the code via email at leedsartscouncil.org/store/ Non-members can purchase tickets. Three On A String - Noyoko
"Milkshake and Masterpieces" | Chick-fil-A Leeds
Sign up for "Milkshake and Masterpieces" on August 22 at Chick-fil-A Leeds! Deadline: August 8. For more information Milkshake and Masterpieces Aug 22
Early Bird Party - Diaper Drive | American Legion Post 107
The American Legion Post 107 will begin the diaper drive on August 1st and draw for the bar tab at the Early Bird party on August 26th. The American Legion Post 107 | Facebook
Barber Vintage Festival | Barber Motorsports Park
Join us at #BVF23 to celebrate BMW Motorrad's 100th anniversary at the first-ever BMW Motorrad Days Americas! Enjoy demo rides, vintage bike racing, the BMW Performance Center, food trucks, live entertainment, BMW special guests, kids zone, and more! Buy your #BVF23 tickets now! https://ow.ly/COoe50Peq1Y
Stewart's Race
Check out this info about sponsorship for a race at Barber Motorsports Park to benefit the ALS Foundation being sponsored by Emma Terry, Miss Jefferson County. Upcoming events - Barber Motorsports
Shopping, Deals & More
Gameday To Go Packages | The Backyard Leeds
Get out those game schedules and bring The Backyard to your backyard. Order your Tailgate To-Go Packages on Gameday this season! Contact caroline@backyardleeds.com to get on the books! Drive-In open: Thursday-Sunday - The Backyard: Open 7 days a week - The Backyard | Facebook
Chick-fil-A Leeds
Introducing Mobile Thru at Chick-fil-A Leeds! ⭐️
Rusty's Bar-B-Q
We had the opportunity to serve some of the great folks at Motion in their new facility last week. We would love to cater your corporate meetings and events. Call us at 205-699-4766, or visit us online at rustysbarbq.com
Advance America Leeds
Whether your teenager is working their first summer job or heading to college this fall, now is the time to teach them how to manage their finances. Advance America put together a guide to help you start the conversation: https://advanceamerica.net/.../how-to-build-credit-as...
Art by Tanna Rose | Artists Incorporated
(205) 699-7627 - The Outlet Shops of GRand River
Back to School Favorites | Bass Pro Shops
Haven't finished your school shopping yet? There's still time to grab great styles online or in-store! https://basspro.com/shop/en/back-to-school
Beverly's Dance Unlimited
Back to School means back to Dance! Join us for 2023-2024 classes at ARGO, CLAY & LEEDS! REGISTER NOW and get ready to shine! Link to register: https://api.ripl.com/s/ywshak ☎ (205)681-1955 beverlysdance.com
Pokemon | Bud's Place Games
New Pokemon products have arrived! Bud's Place Games
Train With Tina | Fit City Movement & Arts
Hey hey, Swamp Things! This morning we got off to a great start for another week of #trainwithtina2023 . Only 13 days left until her big 5-0 birthday run up the stands at our hometown football stadium, and she’s putting in the work necessary to slug it out in swamp-thing fashion. You can join Tina in her training efforts this week and next. Drop into any of the 5 am classes or reserve a spot in our Saturday class (listed with reg prices below). Say “I train with Tina” for a discount. 
5 am Tue kinesis express/CORE, $15 5 am Wed Fitcamp, $15 5 am Thurs STRETCH, $15 9:30 am Saturday Kinesis (Reservations required)
Fit City Movement & Arts Facebook
LA Salon & Boutique
Check out this cute little number @ L.A. Salon & Boutique located on Livery Square at 1601 9th Street, Leeds.
Mills Pharmacy
Planning a Labor Day trip for next month? ?? Our Smart Packs make traveling with your meds so much easier! Every dose of all your medications are all inside one box. How simple is that? Ask your local Mills pharmacist about getting your meds in a Smart Pack box at no extra cost. Mills Pharmacy
Gameday | Pants Store
Who is ready for game days on The Plains? Pants Store is for sure!
Come shop Pants Store!
Tap to shop on Instagram + Shop in stores & online at pantsstore.com
Homecoming | The Outlet Shops of Grand River
Get ready for Homecoming! Windsor is your one-stop shop for all your Homecoming needs. Everyone is bound to find their perfect dress at Windsor.
Classes | The Wooden Anchor
Sign up for classes soon before they fill up! We’re open 11 - 5:00.
Workout Anytime Leeds
Our 9/11 Stair Climb Challenge Merch is LIVE and available for purchase ???
?Head to this link to order your shirt or tank now! https://bigdaddystitches.printavo.com/merch/911challenge
Thanks to Big Daddy Stitches for getting this awesome merch done for us!! 5th Annual 9/11 Stair Climb Challenge Event: When: 9/11/23 - 9/17/23 Where: 7480 Parkway Drive Suit 100. A percentage of each sale will be donated to Leeds Fire & Rescue and Leeds Alabama Police Department ?♂️?? Workout Anytime Leeds | Facebook
Help Wanted
Substitute Teachers Needed | Leeds City Schools
Have you ever considered signing up to be a substitute teacher? Leeds City Schools, like all school systems in the state, is in need of qualified, caring people to sign up as subs. We have increased the pay to $100/day and $110/day for certified teachers. Please reach out to Dr. Jason Baker at jbaker@leedsk12.org or 205-699-5437. https://leedsk12.org/
Great Beginnings Learning Center
Excited for another Great year!! Great Beginnings Learning Center Facebook
Helping Others
Yard Sale | First Baptist Church Leeds
YARD SALE! This weekend at FBC Leeds! August 11-12 benefiting Backpack Buddies. Donations are accepted starting August 6th.
Leeds Outreach
We need your help again this year. We provided back-to-school supplies for more than 100 Leeds students this year. The cost was over $10,000. Your support is needed. Please help us help. We provide assistance for people in the Leeds area. Since we have no paid staff, rent, or other bills, 100% of your donation goes directly to assisting hurting people throughout the community. We believe it is very important to partner and work alongside the local churches and businesses to help meet these needs. Our web page to donate. Leeds Outreach | Facebook
Thank you churches, neighborhoods, businesses, schools and others for your continued support
of Leeds Outreach. You can go to our web page and donate money if you prefer and our shoppers
will make the most needed purchases. THANK YOU!
The Red Barn
Your gift will help a child like Jacob. Jacob has had a tough start in life. He was born with hearing loss and has since been diagnosed with autism, sensory processing disorder, and ADHD. He has difficulty with transitions and has meltdowns when overwhelmed. Jacob struggles to make friends and is socially isolated. He loves being around animals, but this is difficult for his family to afford. His mom believes being at the barn can help him to come out of his shell. Jacob’s concerned mother ends her application with this heartbreaking plea, “I know coming to The Red Barn will help my sweet child learn to make friends and develop coping skills for his daily life.” Will you give today? https://secure.givelively.org/.../give-to-provide-a...
This Week's Recipe
Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole Recipe | Easy DIY Recipes
Indulge in a mouthwatering Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole that will surely be a hit at any dinner table. This delectable recipe combines the savory flavors of cauliflower, cooked chicken, cream cheese, jalapeno peppers, sharp cheddar cheese, and bacon to create a dish that is both comforting and satisfying. RECIPE: Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole Recipe
Public Works News
WE NEED YOUR HELP! The City of Leeds Public Works needs your assistance in locating family members of fallen cemetery headstones at Cedar Grove Cemetery so we may contact them. Because headstones are considered private property, the City cannot fix them. If you know how to contact anyone associated with those included in this post, please contact Martha Ports - City of Leeds Public Works at 205.699.0935 or have the family member(s) contact us. Thank you so much for your assistance! https://leedsalabama.org/fallen-cemetery-headstones/
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