by darylmcc | Jul 15, 2026 | General LEAF Blog
At LEAF, the Answer Keeps Showing Up in Unexpected Places It happened at the Pride celebration, where a simple table of repurposed hula hoops and t-shirts became something no one quite planned for. People stopped. They sat down. And one by one, youngsters, teens,...
by darylmcc | Jul 15, 2026 | Volunteers
Curious about giving back but not sure where to start? Join us for a casual info session and find the volunteer role that fits you. Wednesday, July 22nd, 12:00 to 1:00 PM Location: LEAF, 304 2nd Ave, Lyons Come learn about all the ways to get involved: Pantry...
by darylmcc | Jun 3, 2026 | Youth Program
Wild Choices An adventure-based program to help middle schoolers slow down, trust themselves, and choose wisely. Tuesday–Friday, July 7–10, 2026 | 1:00–4:00 p.m. | Bohn Park Adolescence can feel wild. The pressure to fit in, to perform, to react fast, it...
by darylmcc | May 8, 2026 | Mental Wellness, Youth Program
Unbridled You: Helping Youth Slow Down, Connect, and Grow LEAF, in collaboration with Dancing Spirit Equine Facilitated Learning & Coaching, will offer Unbridled YOU: Self-Discovery Through Horses, Art, and Nature for local youth. Today’s young people are growing...
by darylmcc | May 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
There’s something that happens when men sit down together — not to watch a game, not to work, not to fix something, but just to share a meal and talk. Something quieter. Something that’s been harder to find lately. That’s what we’re creating....
