Leeds Happenings this Week!
Check Out Leeds Happenings This Week:
There’s plenty of opportunities right here in Leeds, Alabama to have a great time so be sure to take advantage of every moment of fun!
Food Truck Mondays Begin Monday, June 21!
Leeds Downtown Food Truck Mondays will begin Monday, June 21 for lunch. Our first food truck will be available from 11:00 am until ? If you work in the downtown Leeds area, this gives you another lunch option. More information coming soon!
We are currently looking for food trucks for Food Truck Mondays as well as other upcoming events this year so please send us your favorite vendors.
Grand River Drive-In Movie Schedule | June 11 - 17
Enjoy movies under the stars with dinner and refreshments from The Snack Shack, an off-leash dog park for the furry friends, a playground for the kiddos, a mini-golf course and yard games.
- screen 1: 8:15p - Cruella / 10:45p - Spirit Untamed
- screen 2: 8:15p - A Quiet Place 2 / 10:07p - SAW:Spiral
- screen 3: 8:15p - In the Heights / 10:55p - The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It
- screen 4: 8:15p - Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway / 9:45p - Scoob!
More info: https://www.grandriverdrive-in.com/
Student Summer Theater Workshop – June 7-20
Leeds Theatre and Arts Center | 8 am – 12 noon
Four performances scheduled | June 18-20
More Info: https://www.leedsartscouncil.org/calendar-of-events/
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Kids Summer Arts Workshops | Arts Incorporated at Shops of Grand River
June 14-18 and July 26-30 - for ages 7-14 - Learn basics or drawing and painting skills, learn to mix colors, create animal art, paint from nature.
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/377338687020877/
Thursday, June 10
Pop Culture Trivia Challenge - Rails and Ales
Trivia Challenge at 7. Traffic Jam food truck 6-9.
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/297952448711536/
Friday, June 11
Todd Simpson Duo Live at the Rail - Rails and Ales
Live music with Todd Simpson Duo 7-11 pm | Food Truck TBD 6-9 pm
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/325023252469213
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Factual Fun with Live Trivia - The Backyard in Leeds at Grand River
Live Trivia is brought you by North Alabama Trivia | 7-9 pm
Full bar – great food options – putt-putt and fun for entire family!
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/452269769393705
Saturday, June 12
Watercolor Workshop – Artists Incorporated Gallery in The Outlet Shops of Grand River
Watercolors with Gayle Jones | 9 am – 3:30 pm | $55 includes all materials.
Email: artistsincorpora@bellsouth.net to register
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Cody Howell Live at the Rail – Rails and Ales
Live music with Cody Howell 7-11 pm. D'Squared food truck 6-9.
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/330684872035735/
Tuesday, June 15
Awake My Soul Paint Party at the Library - Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
6:00 pm | You're invited to a private paint party (21 yr+) with Chris of Awake My Soul! Space is limited. Pre-registration required. More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/523304139025353
Wednesday, June 16
Storytime at the Park - Leeds Memorial Park hosted by Leeds Jane Culbreath Library
10:00 am | Join Ms. Ginny for a family-friendly story time event. All ages welcome. No registration required. Chairs, blankets, and cool drinks are encouraged.
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/322995022649596
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Lunch & Learn: Preserving the Bounty! (Webinar – Online Event)
11:30 am | Brown Bag Lunch & Learn Series Led by Angela Treadaway, Regional Extension Agent with Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES)
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/458738025442575
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Corporate Ambassador Meeting – Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce
12:00 Noon | If you have a business in Leeds, this meeting is for you. This is a lunch meeting in the Family Life Center at Leeds First United Methodist Church.
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/508027180640805/
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Rails and Ales Open Paint – Rails and Ales
5:30 pm | with Awake My Soul - Register Now
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1282544995472646/
Thursday, June 17
Chamber Luncheon – Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce
11:45 am | Guest Speaker: Dennis Russell, St. Clair County Coroner
at Leeds First United Methodist Church Family Life Center
RSVP Now by calling 205.699.5001
More Info: https://leedsareachamber.com/june-2021-chamber-luncheon/
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Teen Bad Art Night at the Library - Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
6:00-7:00 pm | Do you have what it takes to create the WORSE piece of art? It's harder than you think. Teens in 6-12 grades are invited to this interesting and fun event. Space is limited. Registration is required.
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/152929813489027
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Shop & Wine Down – LA Salon, Flowers & Boutique
6:00-8:00 pm | Ladies bring your friends for a wonderful relaxing night with lots of great discounts on Tanning and Merch! Great gift selections for Father’s Day, too!
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/366583728092907
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Iron City Wranglers | The Backyard in Leeds at Grand River
Iron City Wranglers are coming back to The Backyard!
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/124358002987875
SAVE THE DATES:
Please take note that these events need pre-registration prior to event dates!
Bend and Brews – Rails and Ales | Saturday, June 19 - 2:00 pm
Free outdoor yoga/stretching class led by Workout Anytime coaches with half off beer and wine for all participants. More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/201835848429924/
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Two Summer Music Camps for Kids Ages 7+ - The Music Room studio
Choir Camp: June 21-25 | 9am to 12pm with a performance on June 26
Jam Camp: July 19-23 | 9am to 12pm
More Info: https://www.themusicroomleeds.com/camps
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All American Blast to celebrate Independence Day! The Backyard, in partnership with The Outlet Shops of Grand River and WZZK 104.7 Radio – Friday, July 2
with live music, face painting & balloon art, great food and drinks, movies and yes, a huge firework show - Tickets and More Info: https://backyardleeds.com/events/all-american-blast/
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Free MEGA Sports Camp - Leeds First Methodist Church | July 12-16 | 6-8:30 pm
Open to those entering Kindergarten thru 5th Grade (2021-2022 school year) - Kids will choose one of these sports as a focus: Soccer, Basketball, Flag Football, Cheerleading, Volleyball | Register by June 21 at: https://leedsfirst.churchcenter.com/people/forms/251517
Remember to Register for Shops of Grand River Father’s Day Offer
TEXT TO WIN FOR DAD!! Win a $100 Nike Factory Gift Card for Dad! All you have to do is text DAD to 444 222 for a chance to win! Drawing will be Friday, June 18th.
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/shopgrandriver
There's a lot going on in Leeds, Alabama
As you can see, there's lots going on in historic Leeds, Alabama that you can enjoy so jump in your car and head toward Leeds! Check out the shopping and restaurants while you are here!
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