Nebraska is home to more than 20 pumpkin patches that offer a variety of family fun from picking pumpkins, hayrack rides, tree climbing, ziplining and giant pillow jumping. Our 2018 Nebraska Pumpkin Patch guide offers a short description and the all of details you need to know to plan your visits to pumpkin patches across the state. Download a Printable PDF of the 2018 … [Read more...]
30 Expert Tips For A Good Night’s Sleep
It’s 1 a.m., and you have tried everything to fall asleep. You’ve read a book. You've kept your room dark and cool. You have taken those racing thoughts from your head and jotted them on a Post-It Note. Susan Harris-Broomfield has been there, too. From her work in health-related fields and personal experience with sleep deprivation, she understands the importance of a … [Read more...]
Woodhead Shares How Faith & Family Impacted NFL Career
Danny Woodhead is a former NFL player who hails from North Platte. He defied the odds because he played in the NFL without playing for a Division I college. And, at 5-foot-8-inches, he is shorter than the average NFL player. Danny shared his story at the Nebraska Children’s Home Society’s 125th Anniversary Celebration, and Nebraska Family Magazine was one of the proud … [Read more...]
College Drop Off: It’s Our Turn to Let Him Go
It was the day I had been dreading for 18 and a half years. College drop-off day. All summer, we had prepared for this moment. We made Target runs. We bought sheets, cleaning supplies, organizing containers and even a toilet plunger. We had long discussions about the dangers and fun times ahead in college. We had special suppers and vacations, and we let our son spread … [Read more...]
29 Best Things To Do At The Nebraska State Fair
The Nebraska State Fair takes place August 24-Sept. 3 in Grand Island. With so much to do at the fair and so little time, we wanted to be sure you had a list of some of the best family-friendly activities at this year's fair. Don't miss the fun and the chance to make memories and be inspired at this year's event! Watch a Nebraska Beef Council live Cooking Show (Six Quick … [Read more...]