Holidays are usually filled with family and food. Each family has different traditions that create many memories over the years. One of my favorite holiday traditions is enjoying my Grandma’s homemade dinner rolls. They have become a side dish tradition I absolutely love. Continue reading…
Try one of these recipes from Nebraska Extension if you need to bring an appetizer or side dish to a holiday gathering.
LOW-FAT SPINACH DIP
(Yield: 3 Servings)
• 6 ounces fresh spinach, gently rubbed under cold running water
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder Continue reading…
Traditions, rituals and routines are good for all of us. They contribute to a shared sense of meaning, increase our connection to others and can even support resilience in difficult or stressful times. The winter holiday season is one that is looked forward to by many families and young children. Continue reading…
The holiday season is upon us and that often means a bustling house full of family, friends and preparation of tasty recipes in the kitchen. All of these things should make for joyful times, but they can potentially have a stressful impact on your private water well and onsite wastewater systems. Continue reading…
Traditionally, we think of seeding lawns in either spring (April–May) or fall (August–September). Of these two planting times, fall is the most successful. With a fall seeding, there’s less weed pressure than in spring, and late summer weather is less problematic (think rainy) during the soil... Continue reading…
African violets do well when potted in small pots. A good general rule is to use a pot one-third the diameter of the plant. Encourage African violets to bloom by giving them plenty of light. They can be in a south window during dark winter months. They bloom beautifully under fluorescent lights. Continue reading…
A workshop for agricultural landlords and tenants will be held Wednesday, Dec. 1, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Continue reading…
The Early Childhood Team is currently offering a variety of free or low-cost VIRTUAL trainings for child care providers. To learn more about the trainings and to sign up, go to http://go.unl.edu/onlinepd.
• Monday, Nov. 1, 1 p.m. OR 7 p.m.: An Introduction to Observing and Assessing... Continue reading…
All youth ages 8–18 are invited to slip into their lab coat and be a scientist at the Slime, Jelly Worms & Goo: 4-H Food Science Workshop to be held Saturday, Dec. 4, 9–11:30 a.m. at the Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Continue reading…
All youth ages 8–18 are invited to learn how to finger knit a scarf at the Finger Knit & Fiber Arts 4-H Workshop on Saturday, Dec. 11, 1:30–3 p.m. at the Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Explore how to drop spindle yarn and other fiber arts concepts. Continue reading…
Several Lancaster County specialty 4-H clubs are looking for new 4-H members. For more information about these clubs, go to https://go.unl.edu/specialty or call 402-441-7180.
4-H TEEN COUNCIL LEADERSHIP ORGANIZATION — for youth in 7th–12th grade. Meetings are held the second Sunday of each month. Continue reading…
The 2021 4-H Horse Awards Night, held Sept. 30, recognized top achievements at the Lancaster County Super Fair and other accomplishments throughout the past year. Congratulations to all Lancaster 4-H equestrians for your outstanding accomplishments!
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Jamie Wood of Waverly as winner of the November “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. Jamie has volunteered about 15 years as a superintendent of the 4-H Food & Nutrition areas at the Lancaster County Super Fair. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Julia Plugge of Lincoln as winner of the December “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. A parent volunteer for three years, Julia assists with the Happy Go Lucky and Country Pals 2.0 4-H clubs. Continue reading…
The Lancaster County 4-H program — a partnership between Nebraska Extension and the Lancaster County government — would like to thank all of the businesses, organizations and individuals who sponsored 4-H events, activities, programs and trophies during the 2021 4-H year. Thanks also all volunteers!
The Lincoln Journal Star’s 2021 Inspire Awards: Celebrating Women Leaders were recently announced. The awards honor outstanding women in 11 different categories who have excelled, not only in their professional lives, but as leaders and role models. There were over 200 nominations this year. Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County recently hired a new staff member who will help support Extension’s local programs. Erin Lais began working as a county Clerk Typist II in September. Erin will mainly assist with administrative duties and support the Early Childhood and Food, Nutrition... Continue reading…
The Lancaster County Agricultural Society (which acts as the Fair Board) will hold its Annual Meeting and Board election on Thursday, Dec. 16 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds, 4100 N. 84th St, Lincoln NE 68507, in the Lincoln Room on west side of fairgrounds. Continue reading…
Save the dates! The 2022 Lancaster County Super Fair is scheduled for Thursday, July 28–Saturday, Aug. 6 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds. 4-H/FFA exhibits and events will be Thursday, July 28–Sunday, July 31. 4-H Horse Shows are planned for Wednesday, July 27–Sunday, July 31.
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.