This winter, LEAF is welcoming the community into a season of learning, reflection, and connection through its Winter Fireplace 2026 programming. Designed for all ages, the lineup supports whole-person wellbeing with offerings that blend nourishment, movement, mindfulness, and community care.
Programs include the popular Interactive Nutritional Food Workshop led by health coach Alison Marvin, which explores practical, anti-inflammatory cooking through hands-on learning and shared meals. LEAF also offers The Next Iteration of You, a small-group experience led by Licensed Professional Counselor Chris Peraro that invites participants to reflect and listen inward rather than focus on traditional New Year’s resolutions. Free weekly Qi Gong sessions provide gentle movement and stress reduction, while Being Men Together creates space for men to explore connection, integrity, and personal growth. Community health and safety are addressed through an opioid overdose response training for youth and adults, featuring free pizza, prizes, and access to naloxone kits. Rounding out the season is Equine Assisted Personal Development, offering restorative experiences with horses in a natural setting.
Fireplace 2026 at LEAF Schedule
The Next Iteration of You
Letting Your Life Speak in the New Year
Led by LEAF’s Chris Peraro, LPC
Thursdays starting February 12 (6 weeks)
6:00–7:30 pm at LEAF, 304 2nd Ave, Lyons
A reflective, workshop-style experience (not therapy). Limited to 8 participants.
Qi Gong: Movement, Mindfulness & Intention
Led by Lana Reed
Mondays through April 13
6:30–7:30 pm at LEAF, 304 2nd Ave, Lyons
Gentle movement, breathwork, and meditation. Come once or come often.
Pizza, Prizes & Power: Opioid Overdose Response Training
For youth & adults (trained separately, same time)
Thursday, March 5
6:00 pm at LEAF, 304 2nd Ave, Lyons
Free pizza, interactive training, Narcan kits, prizes for youth, and resources for adults.
Equine Assisted Personal Development
With Jackie Hibbard at Dancing Spirit Equine
March 7, 14 & 21
10:00–11:00 am, 876 Stage Coach Trail, Lyons
Restorative, grounding experiences with horses. Adults & youth 14+ welcome.
Being Men Together
An exploration of strength, integrity & brotherhood
Thursdays, 6-week series (start date TBD)
6:00–7:30 pm at LEAF, 304 2nd Ave, Lyons
A small, intentional group using movement, meditation, music, and myth. Commitment required.
Learn more, and register at www.leaflyons.org/fireplace-