Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County - NEBLINE - October 2023

(Left photo) The day before the fair opens, static exhibits are judged and youth talk to judges about their projects. (Top right) The English Horse show in which English attire and tack are used. (Bottom right) Clover Kids Show & Tell.
(Left photo) The day before the fair opens, static exhibits are judged and youth talk to judges about their projects. (Top right) The English Horse show in which English attire and tack are used. (Bottom right) Clover Kids Show & Tell.

Super Fair Showcases 4-H’ers Learning Experiences

The 2023 Lancaster County Super Fair was held Aug. 2–8 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds. 4-H & FFA is a big part of the first weekend of the fair, giving youth an opportunity to showcase projects they’ve worked on throughout the year. Continue reading…

 

4-H Youth Use Videovoice to Address Health Equity

The True Leaders in Equity team presented their project idea to other Institute attendees with the aid of a video story board created by Visual-Logic.Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County had the opportunity to take three youth and a community partner to the national True Leaders in Equity Institute (TLEI) in July. The 4-H True Leaders in Equity team is planning a project entitled, “Videovoice: Stories of Health Inequities.” Continue reading…

 

American Bittersweet Brightens Up Fall

‘Autumn Revolution’ bittersweet ripened berries. (Photo from Bailey Nursery, www.baileynurseries.com)Bittersweet berries are a beautiful fall decoration, and gardeners may think growing their own is a great idea. But bittersweet is a fast-growing vine, which can easily get out of control. Vines twine and climb over shrubs and up nearby trees, which can severely damage or kill them. Continue reading…

 

October Garden Guide

GardenGuide.jpgOctober is a good time to control broadleaf weeds in the lawn, such as white clover, dandelion and ground ivy.

Pick bagworms from evergreen plants. This will eliminate the spring hatch from over-wintered eggs.

Fall is an excellent time for taking soil samples in your lawn and garden. Continue reading…

 

4-H Livestock Scholarship Recipients

(L–R) Luke Johnson, Olivia Vanderford and Aleyna Cuttlers.The Lancaster County 4-H Livestock Booster Club typically awards two $500 college scholarships each year which are presented at the Lancaster County Super Fair 4-H/FFA Livestock Premium Auction. This year, three scholarships were awarded! Recipients were Aleyna Cuttlers, Luke Johnson and... Continue reading…

 

October Heart of 4-H Volunteer Award — Kari Schepers

Kari SchepersLancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Kari Schepers of Roca as winner of the October “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. A 4-H volunteer for 4 years, she helps in a variety of ways:
• Leader of the Wonder Cats 4-H club, which she founded.
• A parent volunteer... Continue reading…

 

Youth Science Day for Homeschooled Youth, Nov. 7

Homeschool Science Day 2022Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County will present a Youth Science Day for Homeschooled Youth on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 9–11:30 a.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Open to all homeschooled youth, grades K–6th. Continue reading…

 

Extension News — 2023 UNL Service Awards

University of Nebraska–Lincoln staff reaching an anniversary year of employment are being honored for their years of service to the university. The following Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County staff are being recognized:
• Alyssa Havlovic, Extension Educator — 10 years
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Deadline For Extension Board Applications, Nov. 1

Recent Extension board meeting held at Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center.The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners seek community members to serve on the Lancaster County Extension Board. Vacancies will be filled with three-year appointments beginning in January 2024. Extension Board members advocate for and assist Extension staff in program areas such as... Continue reading…

 

Make It With Wool Contest

Make It with Wool logo 2.jpgThe 2023 Nebraska Make It With Wool contest will be held Saturday, Nov. 18 beginning at 9 a.m. in Hastings at Adams County Extension Office, 2975 South Baltimore Avenue. Open to youth and adults, participants model their creations in sewing, knitting, crocheting... Continue reading…

 

Super Fair 2024 Dates

Super Fair 4H FFA logos.jpgSave the dates! The 2024 Lancaster County Super Fair is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 1–Saturday, Aug. 10 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds. 4-H/FFA exhibits and events will be Thursday, Aug. 1–Sunday, Aug. 4. 4-H Horse Shows are planned for Wednesday, July 31–Sunday, Aug. 4.

 
Originally published September 19, 2023 - Submit an Item