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This is such an exciting time of year with so many wonderful events! Senator Dan Roberts will be speaking at the Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce lunch. Our annual Christmas Tree Lighting is tonight and it's going to be a fabulous time together. Leeds High School Band will perform. Food trucks begin around 5:00 pm so you can grab a bite to eat. Downtown retailers will have special offerings just prior or during the festivities so be sure to stop in and shop a little. The tree lighting is scheduled for 6:00 pm and then, of course, Selfies with Santa, so all the kiddos can tell Santa what they have on their wish list this year! You will NOT WANT TO MISS this!!!
We challenge you to meditate on what you are thankful for during the whole month of November. We have so much to be thankful for and should never take anything for granted. Remember to drop us a line and share a holiday tradition with us and as always...
Shop Leeds. Dine Leeds. Live Leeds. Entertain Leeds.
Many Gathered for Community Thanksgiving Service
Many gathered at Cedar Grove Baptist Church for a community Thanksgiving service. Eight area pastors participated in the service who spoke words of encouragement and thanksgiving. Special music included Cedar Grove's choir, praise team and a community choir made up of members of the different churches. It was a great time of thanksgiving and worship. The evening was topped off with a time of fellowship and homemade cookies.
Pastors L-R: Pastor Billy Abrams - Cedar Grove, Pastor Steven Weems - Leeds FBC, Pastor Chris Stallings - Leeds First United Methodist Church, Apostle C. Shaemun Webster - Tower of Prayer, The Reverend Monica Carlson - The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, Pastor Morgan Jones - Mosiac Chapel, Pastor Zach Pratt - Valley View Baptist Church and Pastor Greg Moore - Little Rock Missionary Baptist Church. Group photo courtesy of Apostle C. Shaemun Webster
Congratulations to all the LCS teachers who were awarded grants this year!
Congratulations to this year's Educational Foundation grant recipients. We appreciate your efforts to do great things for our students.
These grants are funded through employee contributions and donations made by Leeds citizens through their water bills. Cheers to all of our winners!
John J. Moore, J.D.
Superintendent of Education
Leeds City Schools
205-699-5437
Leeds Greenwave vs Ramsay Rams at Ramsay High School in 3rd Round of 5A Quarterfinals - Friday, November 18 at 7:00 PM
LOCATION
Ramsay High School
1800 13th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35205
Get tickets @ https://gofan.co/app/school/AL1301
Photos courtesy of John Moore. Graphic courtesy of LHS Football & RGR Media - #RGR
Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce High School Diplomats Tour St. Clair County Sheriff's Training Center
The Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce High School Diplomats toured the St. Clair County Sheriff's Training Center this week. This was the first field trip for these Leeds High School Juniors and Seniors who were chosen to participate in the Chamber leadership program this year. Last month, the students attended the corporate Ambassador meeting to get a bigger vision of what the chamber of commerce is and their role in the community. This school year, they will tour area companies to learn more about job opportunities here in the Leeds area, attend chamber luncheons, chamber and community events to serve and meet area business professionals. To view photos from this week's tour, visit the Chamber Facebook page. For more information about this leadership program, visit www.LeedsAreaChamber.com.
Knights of Columbus Leeds Council #5597 Holds Annual Veterans Day Event
The Knights of Columbus Leeds Council 5597 held their annual Veterans Day event at Leeds Memorial Park on Friday November 11th. A large group gathered at Noon and Father Vu, Knights of Columbus Council #5597 Chaplain, presided over the Event. On hand were representatives of the Leeds Police Department and Leeds Fire Department as well as several friends of The Knights. As part of the program in honor of and in memory of those who have served in the military, names were read aloud that had been submitted all during the year for recognition.
The Knights of Columbus Leeds Council #5597 is a faith-based, nonprofit, charitable organization with more than 75 members in Metro Leeds, dedicated to serving those in need. Their central objectives are charity, unity and patriotism. Charity includes time, talents and fiscal assistance. This group is open to men that are 18 years old and up. They meet monthly at Leeds Civic Center. Their local fundraisers to support their charity work include their Tootsie Roll Drive, annual Beach Giveaway and Bingo. Bingo is held twice a month on the first and third Fridays, unless otherwise specified, and plans are to resume in January.
We appreciate the service of our Veterans and we appreciate the work that Knights of Columbus Leeds Council #5597 does for our community!
Grand River Drive In
Good times roll here at the drive-in !!! Here is your new movie lineup this week!
MOVIE LINEUP FRIDAY 11/18 & SATURDAY 11/19
Gates open at 5:30pm / Movies begin at 6:30
screen 1: closed for maintenance
screen 2: 6:30pm - THE MENU/ 8:35pm - BARBARIAN
screen 3: 6:30pm - BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER / 9:25pm - THE WOMAN KING
screen 4: 6:30 pm - BLACK ADAM / 8:55 pm - SMILE
Visit Us Online to View the Movies and Pre-order Tickets Quick and Easy - www.grandriverdrive-in.com
Thursday, November 17
Realtor Bingo Event | Mortgage Right
Breakfast, Mimosas & Coffee - Thursday, November 17 @ 9:30 am.
A fun twist on old school caravan without driving around town and a great way to network with breakfast, coffee, and mimosas. Play bingo where the bingo boxes are buyer needs, listings you want to promote, and some funny Realtor scenarios only Realtors understand!
If you’re an agent who sells it, wants to sell in the Leeds/Moody/Pell City/Odenville areas, please come!
Info: Facebook Event
Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon | Leeds First United Methodist Church
Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly chamber luncheon at 11:45 a.m. on Thursday, November 17 at Leeds First United Methodist Church located at 1089 6th Street, Leeds. Guest speaker will be State Senator Dan Roberts.
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.
To learn more about upcoming speaker and meeting information, please visit www.LeedsAreaChamber.com.
Lunch is $15 and make your reservation with Sandra McGuire, Executive Director, at (205) 699-5001, (205) 965-9392 or Sandra@LeedsAreaChamber.com.
Look forward to seeing you there!
ART CLUB with Karen Carroll | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
Every 3rd Thursday of the month, the ART CLUB meets in the Leeds Library Meeting Room at 4pm-5pm to flex some creative muscle and create a unique work of art - we provide the supplies. Wear something that is ok to get an accidental paint splatter. Art Class is lead by the much loved past Children's Director, Karen Carroll. For more information, call (205) 699-5962 or visit our website: www.leedslibrary.com.
LEEDS ARCHERY IS BACK!!! | Leeds City Schools
Open practice is happening each week now for any student grades 4-12th on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 3:30-5:00 until Christmas break. No experience needed. Those who have an interest in joining or are new archers we will be there to help you. Further questions, please contact Leeds Archery at archery@leedsk12.org. Looking forward to a great season!!!
Shop this Holiday Season with Mum & Me Mercantile
5 Simple Steps to a Merry Christmas tree Lighting | The Wooden Anchor
Join us this Thursday, Nov. 17 for some hot chocolate and shopping before the tree lighting at The Wooden Anchor! ?❤️
The Wooden Anchor Facebook
Leeds Downtown Tree Lighting
Look forward to seeing you there! For more information, visit www.LeedsAreaChamber.com.
Live Music | The Backyard Leeds
Thursday - (6-9p)
Cornhole Tournaments Thursday | Van's Bar
It's Indoor Cornhole night at VAN'S in Leeds! Join the fun!!
More info: https://www.facebook.com/VansBarLeeds
Friday, November 18
Francesca's Ribbon Cutting | The Outlet Shops of Grand River
Join the Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Leeds for a ribbon cutting at 10:00 am on Friday, November 18 at Francesca's located at The Shops in Suite 630 across from Old Navy.
More info: ShopsOfGrandRiver.com
Pick up a Holiday Family Fun Pack | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
Friday, November 18th — Pick up a Holiday Family Fun Pack All day drop in.
Come to the library starting on Wednesday, November 16th - while supplies last - for a holiday family fun pack. We have games, STEM challenges and fun activities for your travels or stay-at-home Thanksgiving holiday break. For More Information, call (205) 699-5962 or visit our website: www.leedslibrary.com.
Live Music | The Backyard Leeds
Friday - (6-9p)
Len Park Live at the Rail | Rails & Ales
Live music with Len Park 7 PM – 11 PM.
Info: railsandales.beer
The Tavern Preachers | Van's Bar Leeds
The Tavern Preachers LIVE at VAN'S in Leeds, AL, Friday, November 18th, at 9:00 PM. Rock, country, soul, blues. $6 cover. 21+ show. Also, Foos Thursdays are now Foos Fridays! Sounds better, doesn't it? Join the fun at 7:00 PM. More info: https://www.facebook.com/VansBarLeeds
Saturday, November 19
Chess Club, Take & Make at Home Craft, Family Pack Pick Up | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
Saturday, November 19 — Chess Club @10am-12pm
We welcome all ages and playing abilities to join the Leeds Library Chess Club in the
library meeting room on the 1st & 3rd Saturday at 10:00am - 12:00pm. Join the Leeds Library Chess Club on Facebook & Instagram for updates on meetings and rescheduling.
Saturday, November 19 — Pick up a Holiday Family Fun Pack- All day drop in
Come to the library - while supplies last - for a holiday family fun pack. We have games, STEM challenges and fun activities for your travels or stay-at-home Thanksgiving holiday break. More info: call (205) 699-5962 or visit our website: www.leedslibrary.com.
Live Music | The Backyard Leeds
Saturday - TBD
Back to the 80's Throwback Party | Rails & Ales | 4 pm -11 pm
Relive the greatest decade of all time! Dress in your most nostalgic 80's gear for our 80's Throwback Party. Food with Uncle G's pizza 5 pm - 9 pm.
Info: railsandales.beer
Dj Dance Mix & Karaoke | Van's Bar Leeds
What are you going to sing tonight? Be the star on stage and sing your favorite karaoke song, then dance all night long at DJ Dance Mix & Karaoke at VAN'S in Leeds starting at 7:00 PM. More Info: https://www.facebook.com/VansBarLeeds
Sunday, November 20
Happy Sunday
Smile more than you cry, give more than you take and love more than you hate.
Take time to reflect, celebrate in the church of your choice and enjoy your day!
Thanksgiving Service and luncheon | First Baptist Church Leeds
Thanksgiving Service and luncheon this Sunday, Nov 20th!
Baptism, worship, and a fantastic Thanksgiving meal!
One service at 10:45 am and luncheon at 12 pm. Everyone invited!
More info: www.facebook.com/firstbaptistleeds
Live Music | The Backyard Leeds
Sunday - TBA (1-4p)
Leeds Community Chorus Autumn Concert | Leeds Arts Council
Sunday, November 20 - 3p
Tickets $10
Info: LeedsArtsCouncil.org
Monday, November 21
Hustle & Grind Coffee Mondays | 6a-11a
at the corner of 9th Street & Parkway!
Serving your coffee favorites and more!
Masterpiece Monday's at Leeds Theatre & Arts Center | 9a-Noon
Did you know we are open on Mondays from 9-12? Come on down to the #leedsartscouncil to view the art of November's featured artists and have a cup of coffee from the Hustle & Grind truck!
More Info: www.LeedsArtsCouncil.org
Little Women | Monday Lunchtime Movie | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
This classic tale of the March sisters — Meg, Amy, Beth, and Jo— is a great holiday
movie. Join the Leeds Jane Culbreth Library on Monday, November 21 at 11:00 am for Monday Lunchtime Movie. For more information, CALL: 205-699-5962 or VISIT: www.LeedsLibrary.com
LEEDS ARCHERY IS BACK!!! | Leeds City Schools
Open practice is happening each week now for any student grades 4-12th on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 3:30-5:00 until Christmas break. No experience needed. Those who have an interest in joining or are new archers we will be there to help you. Further questions, please contact Leeds Archery at archery@leedsk12.org. Looking forward to a great season!!!
CITY OF LEEDS, ALABAMA REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA - CANCELED
City Hall Annex - Meeting Room - 1412 9th St, Leeds, AL 35094
November 21, 2022 @ 6:00 PM
As next week is the Thanksgiving Holiday and there is no new business, The Leeds City Council Meeting scheduled for Monday, November 21, 2022, is canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be on Monday, December 5, 2022.
Tuesday, November 22
Mall Cop - Fall Break Movie & Family Pack Pick Up | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
Tuesday, November 22nd — Mall Cop @11am-1pm
If you are in town, bring your family to enjoy popcorn and a movie in the library meeting room at 11am - 1pm. We will be showing Mall Cop, a funny movie which is set in a mall on Black Friday.
More info, CALL: 205-699-5962 or VISIT: www.LeedsLibrary.com
LEEDS ARCHERY IS BACK!!! | Leeds City Schools
Open practice is happening each week now for any student grades 4-12th on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 3:30-5:00 until Christmas break. No experience needed. Those who have an interest in joining or are new archers we will be there to help you. Further questions, please contact Leeds Archery at archery@leedsk12.org. Looking forward to a great season!!!
Blazin Beats Music Bingo | Rails & Ales
Pop Culture Trivia Challenge is adding to the fun we bring with Blazin' Beats Bingo. This is a fast paced music bingo game where our hosts will play part of songs while you listen and mark them off on your bingo card. This ain't your grandma's bingo! Get ready to hear great music, win prizes and, hopefully, be the first to yell BINGO!!! We bring the fun to Rails and Ales every Tuesday at 7 pm. More Information: Rails & Ales
Line Dancing & Pool Tournament | Van's Bar
Wednesday, November 23
Addams Family Values - Fall Break Movie & Family Pack Pick Up | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library
Wednesday, November 23rd — Movie - Addams Family Values @11am-1pm
If you are in town, then come to the Library with your family to enjoy some popcorn and watch how Wednesday Addams flips the script during the Thanksgiving play portion of this family film.
For more information, CALL: 205-699-5962 or VISIT: www.LeedsLibrary.com
Free Billiards | The Backyard Leeds
Pot Luck Dinner | Van's Bar
More Info: Facebook.com/VansBarLeeds
Upcoming Events
Black Friday Swag Bag Giveaway & Weekend Sale! | The Outlet Shops Of Grand River
Stores open at 6am with great sales. Shopping has never been this fun and the deals are just the beginning!
For more information: https://shopsofgrandriver.com/
LMS Christmas Concert | LMS Gym
SAVE THE DATE - LMS Band Parents,
The LMS Band Christmas Concert will be taking place Tuesday, December 6th at 7:00 PM in the LMS gym. Students will need to report to the Band Room at 6:00 PM. 6th, 7th, & 8th grade bands will all be performing. Students will need to stay for the duration of the entire concert. Please share the flyer on social media & help get the word out!
2022 Leeds Christmas Parade
Watch the Annual Christmas Parade on Parkway Drive in Downtown Leeds! - Hosted by the Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce and The City of Leeds - December 9th at 7pm. For more information visit: www.LeedsAreaChamber.com.
Shopping, Deals & More
Laney's Country Cooking
Check out Laney's County Cooking Lunch Menu Daily @ Laney's Country Cooking Facebook Page and then come on over and enjoy the taste of real home cooking. Laney's serves home cooked breakfast daily. We use only the freshest ingredients. On Saturdays, we serve an "All you can eat" buffet. Children 10 and under are 1/2 price and seniors receive a 10% discount. For lunch, there is a "All you can eat" buffet that has at least 5 meats, 15 vegetables and casseroles, dessert bar with homemade cakes, pies, and puddings and salad bar.
7601 Parkway Drive, Leeds | (205) 903-9738
Double Bacon Cheeseburgers | Rusty's Bar-B-Q
Check out these bun-less double bacon cheeseburgers we just sent out 
We aren’t BK, but you can still have it your way. Click the link to view menu: Rustys bar-b-q menu
Bass Pro Shops (Leeds)
Now through November 27th, pick up your holiday gift cards!
These special gift cards are 10% off. Come get them while supplies last!
10% discount will show in checkout once payment is entered.
Gift card is valid to use starting Christmas Day.
Limit of 5 cards per household.
2022 Gift Guide | The Backyard
Need gift ideas for the holidays???
If so, The Backyard Leeds is here to save the day!
Give the gift of great food and opportunity for endless fun by giving your friends and family a Backyard or Grand River Drive-In gift card, Saw’s signature sauce, merch, and more!
Tis’ the Season to Love Thy Neighbors 
Click to view: The Backyard 2022 Gift Guide
Bargain Bee's
Shop Bargain Bee's, located at 1501 8th Street in Leeds, Alabama across from the post office. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10 am to 6 pm.
Earthborn Studios
Check out Earthborn Studios Facebook Page for Pottery deals.
For Members Only - Apply for a 20% Tuition Scholarship @ JSU Today
Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce newest program to benefit Chamber Members and their Staff.
LA Salon & Boutique
#Colorblocking is all the rage for 2022. Color blocking has been in style before, and this year's take on the fashionable mixing of colors include unexpected pairing with textures. Ladies, take a look at this color blocking/two tone sweater, oh and feel the softness.. super cute!! You’ll turn heads with this little number!
Pictured is paired with our Lucy Leggin Jeans!
LA Salon Boutique
Plus Tanning
on Livery Square
1601 9th Street, Leeds
205.699.3042
Patterson Pharmacy
Family owned and operated pharmacy since 1966. We are dedicated to the well-being and health of our customers and to giving back to the community that has given so much to us. Patterson Pharmacy Facebook
Pre Black Friday Sale | Standard Furniture Leeds
Stratford Real Estate
Putting buyers and sellers together in the greater Birmingham area for 23 years.
More Info: soldbystratford.com
Helping Others
Leeds Education Foundation
ANGEL TREE | The Outlet Shops Of Grand River
ANGEL TREE
Give Hope. Get Joy.
Fri, Nov 11 – Mon, Dec 5
Location: Outside the Food Court under the Atrium
Select a tag from the Angel Tree, purchase a gift, and return it to the Angel Tree by Dec. 5. Everyone that selects a tag will be entered into a drawing for a $205 gift card to The Outlet Shops of Grand River.
*Visit shopsofgrandriver.com for details & rules.
Leeds Outreach Fundraiser @ Whataburger Leeds
As long as we have a minimum of 50 transactions during your fundraiser, Leeds Outreach will receive a $500 donation. If 20% of sales during the event are greater than $500, Outreach will receive that amount. So the more people who eat at Whataburger , the more of a chance Leeds Outreach has to get over $500.
Toys For Tots at Workout Anytime 
Help us give back to the community and give a child the best Christmas! We have joined Toys for Tots this year; the boxes will be taken by December 12th.
This Week's Recipe
CHEESY SAUSAGE AND SPINACH DIP
Cheesy sausage and spinach dip comes from fakeginger.com. Give it a try!
Recipe @ fakeginger.com cheesy sausage and spinach dip
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