2021 Extension Highlights
Extension helps people solve real-world problems. The 2021 Extension highlights feature in the paper version of the January Nebline will be its own e-newsletter emailed on Monday, Dec. 27.
A New Year, A New You, A Renewed Community
January is the time when most people think of making healthy lifestyle changes — resolving to make new health habits or “kick” ingrained, unwanted ones. Which new habits are you seeking this year? How healthy do you want to be in 2022? Continue reading…
January/February Recipe of the Month
Cold Nebraska winters call for warm soups and casseroles. Try this low-cost, baked lentil casserole this winter. Lentils are a great plant–based source of protein and fiber that will help you feel full and regulate your body — not to mention they are packed with vitamins and minerals. Continue reading…
ProHort Lawn and Landscape Update
A ProHort Lawn and Landscape Update will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 8, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Continue reading…
Extension’s 2022 Master Gardener Training, Two Sites Available
If you have a strong interest in gardening and enjoy helping others, you are invited to become a Nebraska Extension Master Gardener volunteer. Continue reading…
Upcoming Green Industry Conferences
NEBRASKA TURFGRASS CONFERENCE will be Jan. 4–6 at the LaVista Conference Center, LaVista, NE.
Agenda and registration information can be found at https://nebraskaturfgrass.com/conference
GREAT PLAINS GROWERS CONFERENCE will be Jan. 7–8 at Missouri Western University, St. Joseph, MO. Continue reading…
January/February Garden Guide
January is a good time to review your vegetable garden plans. Perhaps a smaller garden with fewer weeds and insects will give you more produce.
Check young trees and shrubs for rodent or rabbit damage. Prevent injury with fencing or protective collars. Continue reading…
2022 Pesticide Applicator Trainings
If you have a pesticide applicators license expiring April 2022 — either private or commercial, or you need to get a new license — classes begin soon. Make plans now to attend the training option that fits your needs. Continue reading…
Crop Production Clinics In-Person and Zoom
In January 2022, the Crop Production Clinics sponsored by Nebraska Extension will be presented in-person at eight locations across the state and one virtually via Zoom. They offer practical, profitable, environmentally sound, high-impact training for agricultural professionals and producers. Continue reading…
Dog Club Accepting New Members, Starts Jan. 10
The 4 On the Floor dog 4-H club for youth ages 9–18 will start on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds – 4-H office located by Pavilion 3. Meetings will begin at 6:15 p.m. and last about an hour, held every other Monday. Summer schedule (after May) to be determined. Continue reading…
4-H Club Gives Youth With Special Needs Opportunity to Show Lambs
The Unified Showing 4-H club empowers youth with special needs by pairing them with buddies who ensure the safety of the youth showman and lamb. There will be a selection process for both showmen (ages 8–18) and buddies (ages 14–18). Applications will be accepted Jan. 1–March 13. Continue reading…
4th & 5th Grade Fun Night, Jan. 21, 6–10 p.m.
All 4th and 5th graders are invited to 4-H Teen Council’s Fun Night, which will be held Friday, Jan. 21, 6–10 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. The evening will include fun projects, games and snacks with a theme of “Western Roundup.” Continue reading…
4-H Rabbit Show, March 19
The 4-H Spring Rabbit Show will be held Saturday, March 19, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds – Exhibit Hall. Registration 7:30–8:30 a.m. Open to all youth ages 8–18, with a Clover Kids class for youth ages 5–7. Continue reading…
Watch Chicks Hatch on EGG Cam
UPCOMING DATES
• Day 7 candling: Jan. 17, 1 p.m.
• Day 14 candling: Jan. 24, 1 p.m.
• Hatch date: Jan. 31 – Feb. 1
• Day 7 candling: Feb. 21, 1 p.m.
• Day 14 candling: Feb. 28, 1 p.m.
• Hatch date: March 7–8
January Heart of 4-H Volunteer Award — Phil Wharton
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Phil Wharton of Lincoln as winner of the January “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. Continue reading…
February Heart of 4-H Volunteer Award — Jenny DeBuhr
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Jenny DeBuhr of Lincoln as winner of the February “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. Jenny is in her third year as co-leader of the Lancaster Leaders 4-H club, which was named a Nebraska Club of Excellence last year. Continue reading…
Outgoing 4-H Council Members
The November 4-H Council meeting marked the final meeting for seven outgoing 4-H Council members.
Youth Members:
• Nathan Gabel served one term plus an additional year, one year as Vice President.
• Abigail Kreifels served one term plus an additional year.
• Madelyn Kreifels served one term... Continue reading…
Extension News — Staff Earn Extension Awards
Lancaster County Extension staff members recently earned Nebraska Extension awards.
• Excellence in Extension Individual award in the area of “impact” was presented to Extension Educator Emily Gratopp. She coordinates the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) in Lancaster County... Continue reading…
Extension News — Outgoing Extension Board Members
The December Lancaster County Extension Board meeting marked the final meeting for two outgoing board members:
• Patricia Heather served two 3-year terms.
• Jim Pinkerton served two 3-year terms, including 2 years as vice president. Continue reading…
Early Childhood Conference, March 19
The Lincoln Early Childhood Conference sponsored by the Southeast Early Learning Connection will be Saturday, March 19, 8:30–3 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. National presenter will be Jennifer Nehl... Continue reading…
Extension Calendar
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/lancasterNEBLINE Is Also Published Online in PDF Format
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/neblineLancaster County 4-H Has Its Own E-Newsletter
Upcoming 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.
Originally published December 15, 2021 -
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