Challenging behavior in young children is defined as a repeated pattern of behavior that impedes the ability of the child to engage in appropriate social interactions with both their peers and adults (NCPMI, 2023). There are some simple strategies we can use... Continue reading…
Plenty of fun for 2 trips! The Lancaster County Super Fair will be Aug. 3–12 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds, 84th & Havelock, Lincoln. 4-H & FFA Exhibits & Events will be Aug. 3–6 and 4-H Horse Shows will run Aug. 2–6. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H will livestream several animal shows and the Fashion Show at the Lancaster County Super Fair via YouTube at https://youtube.com/4HLancasterNE. Videos will be available to watch later. Schedule and direct links will be posted at http://lancaster.unl.edu/liveevents.
4-H Council’s food stand at 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 Aug. 3–6, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H Council is hosting a Chicken Dinner during the Super Fair on Friday, Aug. 4, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Exhibit Hall - Lancaster County Farm Bureau Room (enter Gate 3 off Havelock, park near Exhibit Hall). Dinner features Slim Chickens chicken tenders, side dishes and dessert! Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension is offering the “From Prevention to Policy” webinar series about biting pests in early childhood and school settings. The webinars are free, but registration is required. Resources will also be shared, including head lice Nit Kits. Continue reading…
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Center for Agricultural Profitability will present a 2023 Landlord/Tenant Cash Rent Workshop for landowners and operators on Wednesday, Aug. 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms... Continue reading…
Whether you’re looking for a change of scenery on your weekly shopping trip or you’re wanting to support small businesses, local markets have you covered. Shopping at your local market comes with some pretty great benefits — here are just a few... Continue reading…
National Farmers Market Week is Aug. 6–12. Celebrate by making one of these recipes with fresh vegetables.
CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI MUFFINS
(Yield: 12 muffins)
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 egg... Continue reading…
The best time to seed cool season grasses, such as Kentucky bluegrass and tall fescue, is between Aug. 15 and Sept. 15, so it’s time to get started! And given all the drought damage our lawns have suffered in the last two years, many are in need of repair — in the form of overseeding. Continue reading…
Look for and hand-pick bagworms from your evergreen and deciduous trees.
Hot peppers will keep best if stored after they are dry. Thread the peppers on a string to dry. Hang in a cool, dry place.
If volunteer tree seedlings, such as elm, mulberry, hackberry or maple are found growing... Continue reading…
Nebraska is no stranger to dry spells, especially during the summer months. Unfortunately, we have been experiencing longer year-round dry spells in recent years that are becoming more severe to deal with. While using water more efficiently is always a good habit to adopt... Continue reading…
Maintaining a beautiful landscape or garden is often a balancing act between conservation and pest management, whether it be responsible watering or staving off weeds. When it comes to insects on plants, finding the perfect middle ground is sometimes difficult... Continue reading…
4-H Clover College is a four-day series of hands-on workshops for youth presented by Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County. The emphasis is on science, agricultural literacy, healthy living, career development and citizenship/leadership. Continue reading…
Congratulations to the Lancaster County 4-H’ers who competed at the statewide Premier Animal Science Event (PASE) held at University of Nebraska–Lincoln East Campus on June 21–22. During this two-day event, 278 4-H’ers from 38 counties across the state participated in five animal science contests. Continue reading…
The new statewide Nebraska 4-H Premiere Communication Event was held on June 23 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln East Campus. Over 180 4-H’ers from 52 counties across the state competed in five communication events. Congratulations to all Lancaster County 4-H members who participated! Continue reading…
Congratulations to the four Lancaster County 4-H Clubs who received 2023 Nebraska 4-H Foundation’s Governor’s Agricultural Excellence Awards: 5-Star 4-H Club, Fusion 4-H’ers, 4-H Teen Council and Hunter’s Pride. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Tom Mueller of Lincoln as winner of the August “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service.
He has served for 4 years as leader of the Happy Go Lucky 4-H club comprised of livestock exhibitors in southern Lancaster County... Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Sadie Hammond of Lincoln as winner of the September “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. A former Lancaster County 4-H member and summer intern, she has volunteered with 4-H for 5 years. Continue reading…
Attention youth in 7th–12th grade! Want to have so much fun making new friends, doing community service projects and participating in other activities that you won’t realize you are learning important leadership skills? Join 4-H Teen Council! Continue reading…
Each summer, student interns join the 4-H staff at Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County and provide much needed assistance.
EXTENSION INTERNS
Three full-time interns help with ongoing summer programming, including contests, Clover College, Lancaster County Super Fair and other activities. Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County upcoming events are listed in our online event calendar at events.unl.edu/lancaster. View by week, month, year or upcoming.
The NEBLINE newsletter is published by Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County and is available in print, e-newsletter, PDF and audio versions. Learn more at lancaster.unl.edu/nebline
Upcoming 4‑H events and deadlines are published in the "4‑H - Lancaster County" weekly e-newsletter. Enrolled 4‑H families receive this e-newsletter every Friday. Anyone can view it at newsroom.unl.edu/announce/4h-lancaster