When Dan and Jodi Nelson moved into their new home in 2009, the backyard had grass up to their knees.
Jodi and Dan Nelson stand in their backyard Tuesday at their home at 2511 S. 74th St. The Nelsons' garden is one of five that will be featured in the Garden Club of Lincoln's summer tour from 9 a.m. to noon. In addition to a plethora of flowers and greenery, the garden includes a sauna, jacuzzi and a pickleball court.
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The Nelsons' backyard includes plenty of places to socialize and even has a sauna.
Patio chairs in the Nelsons' backyard offer a place to relax.
PHOTOS: Jazz in June kicks off another summer of music in Lincoln
Trumpeter Terell Stafford plays during the first night of the annual Jazz in June program on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Sheldon Sculpture Garden in Lincoln. The free concert series, now in the 35th year, runs every Tuesday night in June on the UNL campus.
Margaret Johns applauds after a song during the first night of the annual Jazz in June program on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Sheldon Sculpture Garden in Lincoln. The free concert series, now in the 35th year, runs every Tuesday night in June on the UNL campus.
Pianist Tim Brey plays during the first night of the annual Jazz in June program on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Sheldon Sculpture Garden in Lincoln. The free concert series, now in the 35th year, runs every Tuesday night in June on the UNL campus.
Kalee Holland (left) dances with her husband Jaz Schoeneck (right) during the first night of the annual Jazz in June program on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Sheldon Sculpture Garden in Lincoln. The free concert series, now in the 35th year, runs every Tuesday night in June on the UNL campus. “Perfect weather, beautiful music, great food—can’t beat it!” Holland said of the event.
Jazz drummer Byron Landham plays during the first night of the annual Jazz in June program on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Sheldon Sculpture Garden in Lincoln. The free concert series, now in the 35th year, runs every Tuesday night in June on the UNL campus.
Trumpeter Terell Stafford plays during the first night of the annual Jazz in June program on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Sheldon Sculpture Garden in Lincoln. The free concert series, now in the 35th year, runs every Tuesday night in June on the UNL campus.
4-year-old Jordyn Johnson dances during the first night of the annual Jazz in June program on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Sheldon Sculpture Garden in Lincoln. The free concert series, now in the 35th year, runs every Tuesday night in June on the UNL campus.
Standing bass player Sam Harris performs during the first night of the annual Jazz in June program on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Sheldon Sculpture Garden in Lincoln. The free concert series, now in the 35th year, runs every Tuesday night in June on the UNL campus.
A juggler entertains an attendee seated on the lawn during the first night of the annual Jazz in June program on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Sheldon Sculpture Garden in Lincoln. The free concert series, now in the 35th year, runs every Tuesday night in June on the UNL campus.
Lied Center staff member(s) Dillon Richert (right) and Seth Ferguson (left) show off the pinwheels they carry as members of the “Bucket Brigade” to solicit donations from audience members during the first night of the annual Jazz in June program on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Sheldon Sculpture Garden in Lincoln. The free concert series, now in the 35th year, runs every Tuesday night in June on the UNL campus.
Nathan Wenz hangs from a tree as he watches the band during the first night of the annual Jazz in June program on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at Sheldon Sculpture Garden in Lincoln. The free concert series, now in the 35th year, runs every Tuesday night in June on the UNL campus. “It’s awesome—we’ve been having a great time!” Wenz said of the event.
