EARLY CARE MATTERS TO CHILDREN
The first 1,000 days of a child’s life have a profound impact on their brain development. Research shows 90% of brain development occurs before age 5. Early relationships, environments and experiences affect all aspects of a child’s development. Continue reading…
The cost of child care is a burden for many. Parents and caregivers are able to get some financial support from the child care subsidy program through the State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services or through tuition assistance from some child care providers. Continue reading…
Census results affect your voice in government, how much funding your community receives and how your community plans for the future. In 2020, for the first time ever, the U.S. Census Bureau will accept responses online, but you can still respond by phone or mail if you prefer. Continue reading…
It seems like most holidays focus on food, and usually include something sweet like candy or chocolate. Don’t get me wrong, I love a yummy piece of dark chocolate! If you’re looking to make this Valentine’s Day a little healthier for you and your family, consider starting the day with... Continue reading…
Berries are so colorful and tasty most kids don’t need any extra incentive to gobble them up. However, there are so many fun things you can do with berries that can turn an ordinary snack into something extra-special! Here are a few simple ideas you can make with basically the same foods!
Smoothies and snack mixes are great healthy snack options since they usually include at least two food groups. Enjoy these Valentine’s Day-inspired recipes from my colleagues, Natalie Sehi and Cami Wells.
A SMOOTHIE FOR YOUR SWEETHEART
1/4 cup low fat yogurt (vanilla or strawberry) Continue reading…
If you have a pesticide applicator license expiring April 2020 — either private or commercial, or you need to get a new license — trainings begin soon.
COMMERCIAL/ NONCOMMERCIAL APPLICATORS
Commercial/noncommercial pesticide applicators are professionals who apply restricted-use pesticides... Continue reading…
Nebraska Nut Growers Association (NeNGA) and Heartland Nuts ’N More co-op are sponsoring a seminar, Growing Great Nut Trees for Future Generations, a great opportunity to learn how to plan, grow, harvest and market high-quality nuts. This seminar will be Thursday, Feb. 20, 7–9 p.m. Continue reading…
A ProHort Lawn & Landscape Update will be held on Thursday, March 5, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. The workshop is for nursery & green industry professionals, public works employees, landscape managers, arborists, etc. Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension’s annual Southeast Nebraska Soil Health Conference will be held on Tuesday, March 3 from 9 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at the Hickman Community Center, 115 Locust St., Hickman. This year’s focus will be: “Feeding the Underground and Above Ground Livestock.” Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County is hosting a Landlord/Tenant Cash Rent workshop on Monday, Feb. 3, 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Check-in starts at 10:15 a.m. No cost to attend and lunch is provided free. Register by Jan. 31. Continue reading…
Do you enjoy feeding birds? I sure do, and my favorite seed mixes include black-oil sunflower seeds and shelled nuts like peanuts. This mix results in very little waste from uneaten seed and fewer problems with nuisance birds like starlings and English house sparrows. Continue reading…
Global environmental issues such as single-use plastics, the giant garbage patch floating in the ocean and what happens to the materials consumers have recycled, have caught the attention of journalists, photographers and citizens over the last few years. Continue reading…
ECHINACEA (CONEFLOWER) ‘SOMBRERO BAJA BURGUNDY’ — Herbaceous Perennial Winner:
Sombrero Baja Burgundy will add a bold accent to sunny gardens with its vibrant, deep violet-red blossoms. The beautiful flower color is without equal among coneflowers and is perfect for cut flowers. Continue reading…
Check stored bulbs, tubers and corms. Discard any that are soft or diseased.
Late February is a good time to air-layer such house plants as dracaena, dieffenbachia and rubber plant, especially if they have grown too tall and leggy. Continue reading…
LINCOLN EARLY CHILDHOOD CONFERENCE — Saturday, Feb. 29, 8:45 a.m.–3 p.m. This conference is sponsored by the Southeast Early Learning Connection. Cost is $25. A light breakfast and lunch provided. 6 in-service hours. Register and pay online at http://www.esu6.org by Feb. 21.
Lancaster County 4-H member Ellie Babcock was part of a 23-member Nebraska delegation attending National 4-H Congress last Nov. 29–Dec. 3. National 4-H Congress is a five-day educational experience held in Atlanta, Ga. and is the premiere nationwide event for 4-H’ers to network with others... Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Karen Hanson of Lincoln as winner of the February “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. She has volunteered with the 4-H rabbit program for three years, serving on the Rabbit Volunteers in Program Service (VIPS) committee... Continue reading…
The Lancaster 4-H Teen Council is a leadership organization for youth in grades 7–12. This year, over 30 youth are active in Teen Council (not all are pictured). Members are involved in several leadership activities such as organizing the annual 4th & 5th Grade Lock-In. Continue reading…
This special interest entrepreneurship club for youth ages 12 and up will meet monthly on Monday evenings through June and will partner with University of Nebraska’s Engler Agri-Business Entrepreneurship Program. Learn what it takes to start a successful business... Continue reading…
The 4-H Spring Rabbit Show will be held Saturday, March 28, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Event Center – Exhibit Hall. Open to all youth ages 8–18. For more information, call Bob at 402-525-8263 or the Extension office at 402-441-7180.
Lancaster County 4-H is seeking a superintendent and volunteers to assist with the 2020 Bicycle Safety Contest. In this county-only contest, 4-H’ers test their riding and safety skills, take a multiple choice quiz and participate in a bicycle inspection. Continue reading…
The Lancaster County Extension Board serves as an advocate for Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County. Members of the board are appointed by the Lancaster County Board of Commissioners. The Extension Board provides guidance to Extension staff... Continue reading…
Resources include incubation, candling and more!
UPCOMING DATES
• Hatch date: Jan. 28–29
• Chicken eggs set in incubator: Feb. 11
• Hatch date: March 3–4
Volunteers are needed for the 2020 Earth Wellness Festival on Wednesday, March 24 and Thursday March 25 at Southeast Community College in Lincoln. Register by Feb. 25 at http://lancaster.unl.edu/ewf. For more information, call 402-441-8023 or email pwismer@lincoln.ne.gov.
Red Letter Days are an opportunity for you to explore college life at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln during your junior or senior year of high school. Upcoming dates are Feb. 14, Feb. 17, March 6, March 20, April 10 and April 24. Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County upcoming events are listed in our online event calendar. View by week, month, year or upcoming.
More details at: https://events.unl.edu/lancasterUpcoming 4-H events and deadlines are published in the "4-H - Lancaster County" weekly e-newsletter. All enrolled 4-H families who provide their email address in 4HOnline automatically receive this e-newsletter. Anyone can view it at https://newsroom.unl.edu/announce/4h-lancaster.
The monthly NEBLINE newsletter is published in this e-newsletter format as well as PDF format. A print version is available free to residents in U.S. postal codes: 683xx, 684xx, 685xx, 68003, 68017, 68065.
More details at: https://lancaster.unl.edu/nebline