The return to school is just around the corner and one concern about students getting back together with their peers is the transmission of head lice. But did you know that head lice are rarely transmitted in schools? In fact, children are more likely to get head lice from their close friends... Continue reading…
Don't miss the 150th celebration of the Lancaster County Super Fair, July 29-August 1 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds, 84th & Havelock, Lincoln. 4-H & FFA Exhibits & Events will be July 29–Aug. 1 and 4-H Horse Shows will run July 28–Aug. 1. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H will livestream several animal shows at the Super Fair via YouTube, which will then be archived! Watch at http://www.youtube.com/user/4HLancasterNE. Planned schedule is posted at http://lancaster.unl.edu/liveevents.
4-H Council’s food stand during the Super Fair features a variety of snacks and beverages, including the popular “Walking Taco,” snow cones and cotton candy! The Clover Cafe (in the Lincoln Room) and the Horseshoe Cafe (in the Multipurpose Arena) will be open July 28–Aug. 1, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H asks for adults and youth ages 8 and up to help 4-H during the Lancaster County Super Fair at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds. If you, someone from your club or an interested volunteer would like to help, contact the Extension office at 402-441-7180. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H Council is hosting a Chicken Dinner on Friday, July 30, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Exhibit Hall – Lancaster County Farm Bureau Room (during the 4-H Table Setting Contest at the Super Fair). Dinner features Slim Chicken’s tenders, side dishes and dessert! Continue reading…
County fair season is well underway. The Lancaster County Super Fair will run July 29–Aug. 7 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds, 84th & Havelock, Lincoln. 4-H exhibits and events will run July 29–Aug. 1.
I hope you have made plans to get out and visit the fair. If not, it is not too late! Continue reading…
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services recently announced the discovery of the eastern bloodsucking conenose, a.k.a. the kissing bug, in the state. Kissing bugs can pose a risk to public health by biting humans and potentially transmitting Trypanosoma cruzi, which causes Chagas disease Continue reading…
Picky eating is typical for many children as they grow up and become more independent. Here are a few tips to help: • LEAD BY EXAMPLE: As a parent or caregiver, you are your child’s most important role model — especially when it comes to making healthy choices. Continue reading…
August is Kids Eat Right Month and Back to School Month. Enjoy these kid-friendly recipes.
ANIMALS IN THE SWAMP
(Makes 4 servings)
• 8 ounces vanilla yogurt
• 1 Tablespoon chocolate instant pudding mix
• 24 animal crackers Continue reading…
It won’t be long before leaves are falling and gardeners will have an abundance of organic matter. Why not put these materials to good use this fall and start a home compost pile? Composting is easier than you think and the finished compost is an excellent soil amendment to improve the growth... Continue reading…
Check deciduous trees for fall webworm. Use a broom or rake to get them out of small trees.
Check on water needs of hanging baskets daily in the summer. Wind and sun dry them much more quickly than other containers.
Clean up fallen rose and peony leaves. They can harbor disease and insect pests... Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension’s GROBigRed Virtual Learning Series brings Extension experts from across the state to answer your garden questions. Two Virtual Learning Series will take place now through October, covering Pest Problems & Solutions and Vegetable Gardening Beyond Basics. Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension and the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Center for Agricultural Profitability will host a land management workshop on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Continue reading…
Join Lancaster County Extension in the East Campus Loop on Saturday, Aug. 14, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. for “East Campus Discovery Days and Farmer’s Market.” The Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, organized this event for the community to enjoy... Continue reading…
4-H Clover College is a four-day series of hands-on workshops for youth presented by Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County. Emphasis is on science, agricultural literacy, healthy living, career development and citizenship/leadership. Continue reading…
The 4-H Life Challenge contests focus on Family and Consumer Science project areas.
COUNTY CONTEST
The 2021 county Life Challenge contest was held in-person on June 5. Fifteen youth demonstrated their knowledge in the areas of Foods & Nutrition, Personal Finance, Child Development... Continue reading…
Congratulations to the Lancaster County 4-H’ers who competed at the state Premier Animal Science Event (PASE) held at University of Nebraska–Lincoln East Campus on June 28–29. During this two-day event, 4-H’ers participated in poultry judging and livestock judging. Continue reading…
Many Lancaster County 4-H’ers competed in district competitions held in Lincoln on June 17. All purple and blue ribbon winners qualified for the Fonner Park State 4-H Horse Show and Exposition in Grand Island July 10–14. Congratulations to all who participated! Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce John Croghan of Lincoln as winner of the August “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. John has volunteered with the Nebraska 4-H dog project in Buffalo and Custer counties for about 8 years. Continue reading…
Youth in 7th–12th grade — want to have so much fun making new friends, doing community service projects and other activities that you won’t realize you are learning important leadership skills? Join 4-H Teen Council! Continue reading…
The 4-H Council Golf Tournament Fundraiser will be held Sunday, Oct. 3 at the Woodland Hills Golf Course, 6000 Woodland Hills Drive, Eagle, NE with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. This tournament is a four-person scramble. Registration fee is $75 per golfer or $300 per team. Continue reading…
4-H Information Night will be Tuesday, Oct. 5, 6 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. See examples of 4-H projects such as STEM and design exhibits, rabbits and llamas! Free hot dogs! Fun door prizes! Find out how youth ages 5–18 can join 4-H! 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/lancasterThe 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/neblineUpcoming 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.