New Braunfels Lions Club is a proud supporter of Mill Street Youth Center. Mill Street Youth Center is a dedicated space for students in grades 6-12 from across the New Braunfels area. Whether students need a quiet place to study, want to try something new, or just want to hang out after school, MYSC is their place. Membership is free with a parent or guardian permission.  Teen volunteers are needed on a regular basis and during events and tournaments. Volunteers will:

• Assist during events and tournaments

• Help with program setup, cleanup and supervision

• Serve as peer mentors during select programs

To sign up a Leo Teen Volunteer click here.

The Comal County Crisis Center has invited the High School Leos to volunteer during their annual fundraiser. Volunteers would refill water glasses, clear plates and generally help out. The caterer will have professional servers to guide the volunteers. 

Location: McKenna Center 801 W. San Antonio St, New Braunfels

Date:  April 9th

Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm 

https://newbraunfelsnoonlions.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=111652

Our upcoming annual festival is on April 11.  We are looking for volunteers!

This is the 40th Folk Fest!  The HSNB is an organization that exists to preserve, promote, and interpret, for the public, the heritage of New Braunfels and Comal County.   The festival starts at 10am and runs until 8pm.  The activities go from 10 to about 6, which is where we need the most help.  

Folkfest New Braunfels is an annual celebration of Music and Living History. Costumed historians will be camped on the grounds doing demonstrations. Make and take activities for children of all ages will include woodworking, candle making, stitching and clay projects. There will be food and beverages, music and performances on 2 stages. Live animals, vendors and games are just some of the things to do and see throughout the 10 acre, oak studded grounds.

We need volunteers to help us make this magic happen!  

Location: Heritage Society of New Braunfels 1370 Church Hill Dr., New Braunfels

Date:  April 11th

Time: 10:00am - 8:00pm (different shifts available)

Anyone can sign up on our website link to the Sign Up Genius. Parents welcome to volunteer: 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094FA9AA29A1FCC43-61563258-folkfest#/

Join us for the Special Olympics Texas Cycling Competition! Volunteers will play a key role in ensuring a smooth and successful event by helping athletes, timing races, and supporting event logistics.

Leos are invited to volunteer. Each student/adult has to complete their volunteer form. To sign up to volunteer please click here. Please wear your Leo shirt.  Hope to see you there.

Location: Tree of Life Church ~ 5513 I-35, New Braunfels, TX

Date: April 18th

Time: There are multiple shifts throughout the day.  Sign up to select your time.

New Braunfels Leos are invited to the Leo Open House at the Mill Street Youth Center. This includes: Canyon High School Leos, New Braunfels Middle School Leos, Long Creek High School Leos, New Braunfels High School Leos and Oak Run Middle School Leos. This is an opportunity for all Leos to invite friends to find out more about becoming a Leo and an introduction to the Mill Street Youth Center. All Leos are encouraged to attend. Parents are invited to see what our Leo club is about.

Location: Mill Street Youth Center  430 W Mill St, New Braunfels

Date: Sunday, April 19th 

Time:  3:00pm - 7:00pm and will include dinner.

Signup to participate and invite friends to join you.  Door prizes will be given out. This event is free but please sign up here so we will have enough food and drinks.

Please join us for our Environmental Event: 2026 River Cleanup ☀️Each year before summer, the river is in need of minor cleanup. 

We will have 2 crews, Land crew and Water crew. Paddle TX has donated paddle boards for the water crew!

Location: Hacienda Del Rio  1273 River Terrace, New Braunfels

Date: Sunday, April 19th 

Time:  1:00pm - 3:30pm 

Parents are invited to volunteer. Limited spots available so sign up soon.

https://newbraunfelsnoonlions.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=111664

Texas Lions provide a variety of programs to encourage youth participation in issues facing society today. Through its contests at the club level, the district level and ultimately the state level, students can research and gain knowledge on various social ramifications of both diabetes and substance abuse. These contests provide youth the opportunity to share leadership experiences and to make a difference in their school and community. These contests are open to all high school juniors and seniors.

The Texas Lions' Opportunity for Youth sponsors three main contests during the year. 

• Diabetes Awareness Essay Contest

• Drug Awareness Speech Contest

• Outstanding Youth Award

A student may enter multiple contests as long as they meet the qualification requirements for each. The deadline to postmark all applications will be Monday, April 20, 2026. To enter, click here.

New Braunfels Leos are invited to join Lion Ken Pundsack to the Kimberly's Quarterly Adopt-A-Highway event in memory of his daughter. The Texas Adopt-A-Highway program provides a way to keep the roadways of Texas clean and beautiful but also provides a way for an organization or private group to be recognized. In Ken's case, he adopted a section of FM 1863 in memory of his daughter, Kimberly, who was taken from her family by a drunk driver in February 2016. The section of FM 1863 that the family adopted is between FM 3009 and FM 1863.

Location: 30580 Bridlegate Dr, Bulverde, TX (Meeting at Rim Rock Ranch Community Park

Date: Saturday, April 25th 

Time:  7:00am check-in  - cleanup begins at 8:00am. Usually finished in 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

What to Bring/Do:

--Closed toed shoes (TxDOT requirement)

-- Long Pants

--Gloves (you never know what kind of trash you will be picking up)

--Depending on the weather, appropriate clothing and sun block

--Insect repellant

--Everyone should watch the TxDOT Adopt-A-Highway safety video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/o/DgWq2AyH7u

--Be present for safety briefing and you will be assigned a team/road section.

For questions: Ken Pundsack at (210) 380-4589

Join New Braunfels Leo Clubs as well as other Leo clubs throughout the district.  Lion Mike Thrasher will be presenting regarding the "Books are the Beginning" Literacy Project. All district Leo clubs will turn in their books from the book drives.

If you are interested in applying for a district office, you will need to be there. Officer positions are: President, Vice President , Secretary, Treasurer, Historian

Location: Palm Valley Lutheran Church 2500 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock, Texas

Date: Saturday, May 2nd 

Time:  8am - 12pm