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Lehigh Hanson (Lehigh Cement Company) Has a New Name
Lehigh Hanson (Lehigh Cement Company) is now Heidelberg Materials. In North America, Heidelberg Materials is a leading supplier of cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt with more than 450 locations and approximately 9,000 employees.
For more information click on the link below:
Summer Reading Program at Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
All Together Now | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
The Summer Reading Program 2023 is called "All Together Now"!
Our Leeds Jane Culbreth Library is busy booking entertainment, and planning fun activities to celebrate summertime with the best community around, Leeds.
Watch this short about community and share it with your kiddos.
“People from a specific community attend the same schools, offices, and hospitals. They are dedicated to helping each other in their time of need. They help them in solving their problems.”
Click link below to watch:
Leeds Senior Center Update
Playing cornhole and celebrating birthdays - what a fun week!! Leeds Seniors have a great time together.
For more pictures click on the link: Leeds Senior Center Update
Grand River Drive-In
MARCH 31ST - APRIL 1ST
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 (R)
Screen 4: 7:30 pm - Creed III (PG-13) / 10:00 pm - Cocaine Bear (R)
Movies Start At 7:30 pm || Features Times will Coincide with the Sunset. Snack Shack: Open
Tickets Live On Grandriverdrive-In.Com
Thursday, March 30
YA Peeps Taste Test | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
6th and 12th graders are invited to join us at the library, Thursday, March 30th at 1pm for this fun taste test event. We'll sample different flavored Peeps & decide if they are Good, Bad, or Meh.
Hand Built Mug Class | The Wooden Anchor
Two pottery parties you don’t want to miss! Our mug class is this Thursday at 6:30, and we still have some spots available. The next pottery class is on April 6 at 6:30. We’ll be making a bird bath dish. Both classes are $35. You also get refreshments and 15% off any purchases. Message or call the store to sign up. Payment reserves your spot. Located at: 8149 Parkway Drive More Info: The Wooden Anchor Facebook Page
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, March 31
Michelle Cone & Kelly Johnson | Leeds Art Council
Get your tickets now for Kelli Johnson and Michelle Cone playing at the Leeds Theatre & Arts Center!
March 31, 2023
7 pm – Tickets $15
More Info: Leeds Arts Council
Foos Friday & DJ Dance Mix & Karaoke | Van's Bar Leeds
Join us to sing and dance all night long for DJ Dance Mix & Karaoke at VAN'S in Leeds, AL, on Friday, March 31st at 7 PM.
$3 cover | 21+ show
Saturday, April 1
Leeds Community Breakfast | Leeds Masonic Lodge #446
Community Breakfast is served at 8 am the first Saturday of each month at Leeds Masonic Lodge.
More info: Facebook Page
Porsche Club of America | Barber Motorsports Park
April 1 – 2
PTX (Porsche Track eXperience) is keeping us in the know for their events that will feature maximum track time. For the latest info click here.
To register or for more information: 2023 HPDE Schedule and Registration
Free 4x6 Photo With The Easter Bunny | Bass Pro Shops
Easter Bunny reservations are open now! Pictures start on April 1st.
We can't wait to see you there!
Click the link below to register now:
Create a Mask with Nada Boner | 2nd Part | Artist Incorporated Gallery
Create a Mask with Nada Boner at Artist Incorporated Gallery on April 1st from Noon – 2 pm.
Come CELEBRATE With Us | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
We had FUN co-hosting the Read Across Leeds Downtown Story Walk this month with @Leeds Main Street! Now it's time to CELEBRATE! Join us at the Library on Saturday, April 1st for some Sweet Treats and Prizes from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
For more info, CALL: 205-699-5962 or VISIT: www.LeedsLibrary.com
Len Park Live at the Rail | Rails and Ales
Len Park live 7 pm – 11 pm. Food with D’Squared 6 pm – 9 pm.
DJ Dance Mix & Karaoke | Van’s Bar Leeds
Join us to sing and dance all night long for DJ Dance Mix & Karaoke at VAN'S in Leeds, AL, on Saturday, April 1st at 7 PM.
$3 cover | 21+ show
Sunday, April 2
Porsche Club of America | Barber Motorsports Park
April 1 – 2
PTX (Porsche Track eXperience) is keeping us in the know for their events that will feature maximum track time. For the latest info click here.
To register or for more information: 2023 HPDE Schedule and Registration
Palm Sunday | Cedar Grove Baptist Church
Join us for Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023
9 am Sunday School | 10 am Worship Service
Easter Service Times
April 3rd-7th, 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
Artist Reception | Leeds Arts Council
The artist for April will be Photographer Bob Quarles. The reception at Leeds Arts Council is April 2 from 1:30-3:30 with refreshments provided.
You do not want to miss Mr. Quarles' wonderful pictures with his many areas of very interesting photography.
His work will also be available for viewing on Mondays from 9-12 in the Leeds Arts Council Gallery. Stop by for a visit!!
The Tower of Prayer Church
Sunday is coming!
Baptism is at 10:30 A.M. CST in the Empowerment Center.
Worship kicks off at 11:30 A.M. CST.
Children's Church resumes tomorrow!
We have some exciting news for all the Pace Setters!
There's no better place to be than T.O.P. 
The Tower of Prayer Church
Easter Cantata | Leeds First Methodist Church
Easter Cantata This Sunday, April 2 - 11 AM
Located at 1189 6th Street
Monday, April 3
Men's Weekly Small Groups | Cedar Grove Baptist Church
Monday's at 6 am in the Banquet Hall and Wednesday's at 5:15 am at McDonald's in Leeds. All men are invited to attend.
RSVP for My Story Town | Three Earred Rabbit - Leeds
RSVP now for a PRIVATE - My Story Town - at the Three Earred Rabbit - Monday, April 3rd at 10:30 am - We will have a fun time decorating cupcakes, hearing stories, and pretend play... Children's Menu $6 sandwich, chips, drink, and cupcake with a full adult menu available.
RSVP: 205-699-5962 The Three Earred Rabbit-Leeds
Chef Rose | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
Monday, April 3rd, 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
See you there!
Leeds Jane Culbreth Library | Facebook
Leeds Lions Club
Monthly Meeting Monday, April 3rd - 6:30 PM (first Monday of each month)
at Leeds Masonic Lodge
Tuesday, April 4
Tuesday, Tot Time | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
Tuesday, April 4 at 10:30 am
For more info, CALL: 205-699-5962 or VISIT: www.LeedsLibrary.com
Wednesday, April 5
Time To Read Book Club | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
Wednesday, April 5th at 10:00 am
For more info, CALL: 205-699-5962 or VISIT: www.LeedsLibrary.com
Upcoming Events
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
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
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
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 a.m. 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, 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 sponsored by 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.
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
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.
Welcome Lynnox to the Creek Bank Stage
We are very excited to announce that the 2023 Creek Bank Festival welcomes Entertainer Lynnox.
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.
2023 - 2024 Theater Schedule | Leeds Arts Council
Leeds Arts Council is thrilled to present our 2023 - 2024 theatrical season! We have an amazing line-up so please reserve these dates and make plans to join us in charming downtown Leeds! Ticket links will be posted soon so check back here or at leedsartscouncil.org for more information.
Shopping, Deals & More
Flags On The Green | The Backyard
The flags are up 
It’s perfect weather to get on the green!
Open 7 days a week during our hours of operation / $5 per person
Sunday- Thursday (9 am-9 pm)
Friday-Saturday (9 am-10 pm)
— at The Backyard Leeds.
Rusty's Bar-B-Q
Happy Spring Break! This Alabama weather sure is all over the place, you just never really know what you’re gonna get! But rain or shine (or snow or tornadoes…) you can count on Rusty’s to be here to serve you some delicious authentic Southern bar-b-q! If you’re in town this week, come see us! Stay safe and have fun 
April Promotion | Earthborn Studios
Watch the newest interview with Chris Hastings and see our April promotion!
Clog Wild Dance Camp | Beverly's Dance of Leeds
Is your kid WILD about clogging?!
Join us for our Clog Wild Dance Camp!
June 5-8 at our Clay Studio
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
Come in to Tan and Stay to Shop! | LA Salon Boutique
Come tan with us !! We have the best prices around & Tanning lotions at really good prices ! You know you need to get rid of that Pasty white Winter skin 
. Hours: M-T 11-6, F 11-5, Closed S-S.
LA Salon Boutique
Plus Tanning
on Livery Square
1601 9th Street, Leeds
205.699.3042
Merch Boutique
Spring has Sprung here @ Merch! Get by here quick before the size you need is gone! we've gotten so many must-haves!
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
This dress in all 3 colors is perfect for Easter!???
Tap to shop on Instagram + Shop online at pantsstore.com & at all six of our locations✨
Michael Kors giveaway | 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.
The Rug Bug Design
6200 Grand River Blvd East
Suite 310
Leeds, AL 35094
(205) 470-7777
The Rug Bug Design | Leeds AL | Facebook
Easter Eggs | The Wooden Anchor
How cute are these?! Order your personalized Easter egg plus choose one other egg for your children’s Easter basket. Only $7 which includes the 2 eggs (one personalized), paint, and paintbrush! Message me to order.
Go Premium - Get $25 Gift Card | Workout Anytime
Talk to the tan. Get a Premium Membership & access unlimited tanning. Join today to score a $25 GIFT CARD! Use PROMO CODE: FUN when you check out, JOIN TODAY! This deal Expires on March 31st.
Bob Watkins Realty
ESTABLISHED 1967 - We specialize in foreclosures! Call an agent today!!
Andy Watkins - 205-352-3322
Located at 8317 Railroad Avenue
Visit Facebook page or website
Job Opportunities
Now Hiring | Great Beginnings Learning Center
Come join the BEST team of ladies to work with & the BEST kids to teach 
Great Beginnings Learning Center LLC | Leeds AL | Facebook
Helping Others
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
This Week's Recipe
Crustless Spinach Quiche | allrecipes.com
This crustless quiche made with eggs, spinach, and Muenster cheese is perfect for any meal. Make it your own by adding leftover ham and substituting Cheddar, feta, or goat cheese for the Muenster. You can’t go wrong with something SO good. Find more excellent recipes at allrecipes.com
For the recipe click the link: Crustless Spinach Quiche
EVERYONE LEEDS WANTS YOUR VIDEOS!
Everyone Leeds need your help! We want your videos! We want to know why you love leeds and the best way to communicate that is through a short selfie video. All you have to do is to record your video on your iPhone or Android and send it to us. Don't worry about messing up! You can record as many takes as you want until you get it like you want it to be - just 30-60 seconds of you sharing why you love our wonderful City of Leeds. We know that Everyone Loves Leeds, but we want to know why YOU LOVE LEEDS! You may email your video to us at everyoneleeds@gmail.com or share it with us on Google Drive. Your video will be shared on our Everyone Leeds website (www.EveryoneLeeds.com) and our social media. We look forward to hearing why you love Leeds! #ILoveLeeds
Don't worry! If you're camera shy, you can still get in the news. We'll be happy to accept your written blurb!
Let Everyone Leeds Share Your News!
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