June 2013 – Your Local Gem Club Shows

June 11, 2013

1—DELTA, COLORADO: Annual show; Delta County Rock Wranglers; Bill Heddles Rec. Centerr; 530 Gunnison River Dr.; Sat. 9-5; free admission; dealers, exhibits, door prizes, family activities; contact Harry Masinton, 24662 Sorrento Ln., Cedaredge, CO 81413, (970) 856-3861

1—MACUNGIE, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Pennsylvania Earth Sciences Assn.; Macungie Memorial Park; 50 N. Poplar St.; Sat. 8:30-3; adults $2, children (under 12) free; “Spring Mineralfest”; more than 100 tables, minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, dealers, collectors, gold panning and sluicing lessons, hourly door prizes; contact Vincent Olsovsky, 531 Mickley Rd., Whitehall, PA 18052, (610) 439-2337

1-2—COEUR D’ALENE, IDAHO: Annual show; North Idaho Mineral Club; Kootenai County Fairgrounds; 4056 N. Government Way; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2; contact Bev Bockman, (208) 773-5384; e-mail: bockbb@aol.com

1-2—EVERETT, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Everett Rock & Gem Club; Everett Community College; Student Fitness Center, 2206 Tower St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; dealers, demonstrations; contact Fritz Mack, PO Box 1615, Everett, WA 98206, (425) 232-0809

1-2—HONOLULU, HAWAII: Show and sale; Rock & Mineral Society of Hawaii; Honolulu Museum of Art School; Linekona Bldg., 1111 Victoria St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; sales, minerals, mineral jewelry, gemstones, beads, gem identification, gem and mineral displays, lapidary demonstrations, Hawaiian minerals display (quartz, calcite, opal, agate); contact Markus Faigle, PO Box 62223, Honolulu, HI 96822; e-mail: hui.pohaku@gmail.com; Web site: http://pohakugalore.net/Hui_pohaku/Spring-Hawaii-Mineral-Show.html

1-2—MARION, KENTUCKY: Annual show; Ben E. Clement Mineral Museum; Fohs Hall; 201 N. Walker St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission (donations accepted); dealers, silent auctions, hourly door prizes, free children’s activities, museum tours, day and night digs, wire wrapping jewelry class; contact Tina Walker, PO Box 391, 205 N. Walker St., Marion, KY 42064, (270) 965-4263; e-mail: beclement@att.net; Web site: www.clementmineralmuseum.org

1-2—MC CALLA, ALABAMA: Annual show; Alabama Mineral & Lapidary Society; Tannehill Historical Ironworks State Park; 12632 Conferderate Pkwy.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; adults (12 and up) $3, seniors (62 and up) $2, children (6-11) $1, under 5 free; dealers, minerals, fossils, gems, beads, slabs, faceted jewelry, specimens, jewelry, club demonstrations, kids’ area; contact Gene Blackerby, (205) 807-6777; e-mail: GeneBlackerby@lapidaryclub.com; Web site: www.lapidaryclub.com

1-2—STAFFORD, TEXAS: Wholesale and retail show; The Bead Market; Stafford Centre; 10505 Cash Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; beads, Swarovski Elements, gemstone, glass, lampwork, pearls, gemstone pendants, silver, wire, findings, books, tools, jewelry, beading and jewelry making supplies; contact Rebekah Wills, (903) 734-3335; e-mail: rebekah@thebeadmarket.net; Web site: www.thebeadmarket.net

1-2—VIROQUA, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Coulee Rock Club; Viroqua Middle School Gym; 100 Blackhawk Dr.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; donation requested; rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelery, silent auction, free drawings, mineral ID demonstration; contact Gary Krause, 606 E. Court, Viroqua, WI 54665, (608) 637-2574; e-mail: garykrause6438@gmail.com; Web site: www.garysrockshop.com

1-2—WYMORE, NEBRASKA: Annual show; North Central Kansas Rock & Gem Club; Arbor State Park; 9th and M St.; Sat. 8-6, Sun. 9-5; free admission; contact Martin Weber, 1551 Yankee Rd., Barnes, KS 66933, (785) 763-4316; e-mail: mrtnwbr@yahoo.com

5-9—FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA: Annual show; Coconino Lapidary Club, Silver Saddle Outdoor Market; Silver Saddle Outdoor Market; corner of Rte. 89 N and Silver Saddle Rd.; Daily 9-4; free admission; contact Becky Cox, 6666 North Snowflake Dr., Flagstaff, AZ 86004, (928) 380-6657; e-mail: bcox@fusd1.org

7-9—COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO: Pikes Peak Gem & Mineral Show; Colorado Springs Mineralogical Society; Western Museum of Mining and Industry; 225 North Gate Blvd.; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; adults $5 (includes museum entry), children free; special meteorite exhibit, meteorite dealers, operating antique steam engine and stamp mill, kids’ area, gold panning, silent auction, minerals, gemstones, jewelry; contact Kim Packham, 87 Plum Creek Rd., Divide, CO 80814, (719) 360-9665; e-mail: runninboar@hotmail.com

7-9—HINES, OREGON: 31st Annual Family Event; Hines VFD; Hines City Parks; Hwy. 20W; Daily 8-8; free admission; “Obsidian Days”; contact City of Hines, PO Box 336, HInes, OR 97738, (541) 573-2251; Web site: www.hinesoregon.com

7-9—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Show and sale; Frank Cox Productions; NC State Fairgrounds; 1025 Blue Ridge Rd.; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; gems, jewelry, crystals, minerals, fossils, beads; contact Frank Cox, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com

8—KENT, CONNECTICUT: 11th Annual swap and sell; Danbury Mineralogical Society, The Connecticut Antique Machinery Association; Connecticut Antique Machinery Association Museum; 31 Kent-Cornwall Rd., Route 7; Sat. 9-4; free admission; sale and trade, rocks, minerals, jewelry, fossils; contact John Pawloski, 42 Squash Hollow Rd., New Milford, CT 06776, (860) 354-0296; e-mail: j.a.pawloski@att.net; Web site: www.ctamachinery.com

8—SKOKIE, ILLINOIS: 2nd Annual Rock Swap; Chicago Rocks & Minerals Society; St. Peter’s United Church of Christ gymnasium; 8013 Laramie, across from the public library on Oakton; Sat. 1-5; free admission; kids’ activities, rocks, minerals, fossils, geodes, cutting materials, cabochons, books, tools; contact Jeanine N. Mielecki, (773) 774-2054; e-mail: jaynine9@aol.com; Web site: www.chicagorocks.org

8-9—CAMPBELL RIVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA: Annual show; Ripple Rock Gem & Mineral Club; Timberline Secondary Gymnasium; 1681 S. Dogwood St., Canada; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $3, children (12 and under) free with parent; contact Janet Burkholder, 1757 S. Alder St., Campbell River, BC, Canada V9W7J1, (250) 923-1740; e-mail: jangor@telus.net; Web site: www.ripplerockgemandmineralclub.com

8-9—CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA: 23rd Annual RockFest; Tellus Science Museum; Tellus Science Museum; 100 Tellus Dr.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $14, seniors $12, students and children $10; retail show, gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry; contact Mary Vinson, (770) 606-5700 ext. 402; e-mail: maryv@tellusmuseum.org; Web site: www.tellusmuseum.org

8-9—GLENDORA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Glendora Gem Club; Goddard Middle School Gymnasium; 859 E. Sierra Madre; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; more than 12 dealers, geodes cut on the spot, lapidary displays; contact Bonnie Bidwell, (626) 893-9602

8-9—KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN: Rockhouse Seminar; Michigan Geology & Gemcraft Society; Rood Hall, Western Michigan University; W. Michigan Ave. and Rankin Ave., east of Howard St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; adults $15 per day, students $5 per day; hands-on workshops, demonstrations, lectures, faceting, lapidary, wire wrapping, beading, gem trees, silversmithing; contact Don Brown, 32832 Illinois, Livonia, MI 48150, (734) 421-8159; e-mail: info@mgags.org; Web site: www.mgags.org

8-9—LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; North Orange County Gem & Mineral Society; La Habra Community Center; 101 W. La Habra Blvd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; jewelry, rocks, minerals, tools; contact Loretta Ogden, 20904 Trigger Ln., Diamond Bar, CA 91765, (909) 598-2456; e-mail: fbriktr1 @aol.com; Web site: nocgms.org

8-9—MANSFIELD, OHIO: Annual show; Richland Lithic & Lapidary Society; Richland County Fairgrounds, Arts and Crafts Bldg. ; 750 N. Home Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $4, seniors and ages 6 to 16 $3, Scouts in uniform and children under 6 free; “Dinosaurs: They Ruled the Mesozoic”: displays, T-Rex skull, dinosaur bones, eggs, dinosaur-related objects, 11 dealers, gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils; contact Michael McCullough, 9317 Cheshire Rd., Sunbury, OH 43074, (740) 965-1078; e-mail: mikemcc18@embarqmail.com; Web site: http://rlls.webs.com/

8-9—MONROE, NEW YORK: Show and sale; Orange County Mineral Society; Museum Village; 1010 Rt. 17M; Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, seniors and students $3, children (under 6) free; displays, Mastodon skeleton, local minerals, fluorescent minerals, lectures, kids’ games; contact George Gardianos, PO Box 173 , 5 Quaker Ridge Rd., Westtown, NY 10998, (845) 683-1167; e-mail: gggard@optonline.net; Web site: orangecountymineralsocietynewyork.com

8-9—PLYMOUTH, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Glacial Drifters Geologic Society; Sheboygan County Fairgrounds; 229 Fairview Dr.; Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; free admission; swapping, rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry; contact Kevin Ponzio, PO Box 44, Plymouth, WI 53073, (920) 980-6413; e-mail: Earthprospect@frontier.com

14-16—PARK HILLS, MISSOURI: 16th Annual Missouri Mines Rock Swap; Mineral Area Gem Mineral Society; Missouri Mines Historic Site at St. Joe State Park; Hwy. 32, 1.5 miles west of US Hwy. 67; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; free admission; contact Boneta Hensley, Missouri Mines Historic Site, Park Hills, MO 63601, (573) 760-0488; e-mail: mojellybean63@yahoo.com; Web site: www.facebook.com/events/451012824958811/

14-16—WOODLAND HILLS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; RockAtomics Gem & Mineral Society; Pierce College Farm Center; 20800 Victory Blvd.; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; “RockHound Roundup”; dealers, demonstrations, gems, mineral specimens, beads, jewelry; contact William Rucker, (818) 428-7834; e-mail: rockhound@rockatomics.org; Web site: www.rockatomics.com

15—PLEASANT GARDEN, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Greensboro Gem & Mineral Club; Hagan-Stone Park; 5920 Hagan Stone Park Dr.; Sat. 9:30-6:30; free admission; contact Debbie Livingston, 608 Turkey Ridge Trail, Yanceyville, NC 27379, (336) 706-2285; e-mail: bbbdalivingston@aol.com; Web site: www.ggmc-rockhounds.com

15-16—NEWPORT, OREGON: 50th Annual Gem & Mineral Show; Oregon Coast Agate Club; Yaquina View Elementary School multipurpose room; 351 SE Harney St., off Hwy. 20, turn south at the light; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4:30; adults $2, children (under 12) free; “Rock’n the Coast”, dealers, demonstrators, displays, silent auction, door prizes; contact K. Myers, PO Box 293, Newport, OR 97365, (541) 944-6884; e-mail: coastagates@gmail.com; Web site: www.coastagates.org/

15-16—RIVERTON, WYOMING: Annual show; Riverton Mineral & Gem Society, Wyoming State Mineral & Gem Society; Fremont Center; Fremont County Fairgrounds, 1010 Fairground Rd.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-3; adults $2, fathers with children free (Sun.), children (under 12) free with parent; contact Alice Gustin, PO Box 1904, Riverton, WY 82501, (307) 856-3699; e-mail: riverton.wyoming.gemshow@gmail.com; Web site: www.rm-and-gs.org

15-16—SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA: Retail show; Pacific Crystal Guild; Fort Mason Center; 99 Marina Blvd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $6, children (under 12) free; 38 dealers, minerals, gems, crystals, beads, metaphysical healing tools; contact Jerry Tomlinson, PO Box 1371, Sausalito, CA 94966, (415) 383-7837; e-mail: jerry@crystalfair.com; Web site: www.crystalfair.com

20-23—PRINEVILLE, OREGON: Annual show; Prineville Rockhound Club; Crook County Fairgrounds; S. Main; Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; daily field trips, indoor and outdoor dealers; contact Rich Knight, (541) 390-0255

21-23—SANDY, UTAH: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc.; South Towne Expo Center; 9575 S. State St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

22-23—ELDON, MISSOURI: Annual show; Osage Rock & Mineral Club; Eldon Community Center; 309 E. 2nd St.; Sat. 11-5, Sun. 11-5; free admission; gemstones, jewelry, geodes, fossils, minerals, quartz crystals, custom jewelry, cabochons, gift items, demonstrations, displays, kids’ games and prizes; contact Dorothy Vaughan, 109 W. Newton, Eldon, MO 65026, (573) 693-7735; e-mail: ORMC2001@hotmail.com

22-23—GILSUM, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Annual show; Gilsum Recreation Committee; Gilsum Elementary School; 640 Rte. 10; Sat. 8-6, Sun. 8-4, Sun. -; free admission; more than 60 dealers, swappers, distributors, wholesalers, collectors, buy, sell, swap, beryl, quartz crystals, semiprecious stones, rocks, minerals, displays, panning for minerals, presentations on Herkimer diamonds and prospecting; contact Rob Mitchell, (603) 357-9636; e-mail: gilsumrocks@gmail.com; Web site: www.gilsum.org/rockswap

26-30—MADRAS, OREGON: Show; All Rockhounds Pow Wow Club of America; Jefferson County Fairgrounds; 430 SW Fairgrounds Rd.; Daily 9-6; free admission; more than 70 dealers, rough and polished rock, jewelry, fossils, minerals, rock equipment, crystals, daily field trips for club members; contact Joann Williamson, 11810 Bald Hill Rd. SE, Yelm, WA 98597, (360) 458-7162; e-mail: peanutsandcb@fairpoint.net; Web site: www.allrockhoundspowwowclubofamerica.com

27-30—SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA: Show and sale; Orange Belt Mineralogical Society; Western Regional Little League Baseball Park; 6707 Little league Dr.; Thu. 1-5, Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-3; free admission; rocks, minerals, gems, jewelry, tools, books, crafts, raffle, mineral identification, geodes, crystals, arrowheads; contact Ken Gard, 205 W. Benedict #8, San Bernardino, CA 92408, (909) 624-1782 or (909) 887-5507; e-mail: kengard@roadrunner.net; Web site: OBMSRocks.yolasite.com

27-30—SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA: Show and sale; Orange Belt Mineralogical Society; Western Regional Little League Baseball Park; next to main office, 6707 Little League Dr.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-3; free admission; dealers, tailgate, rocks, minerals, gems, jewelry, crafts, tools, raffle, mineral identification, geodes, crystals, books; contact Ken Gard, 205 W. Benedict #8, San Bernardino, CA 92408, (909) 624-1782 or (909) 887-5507; e-mail: kengard@roadrunner.com; Web site: OBMSRocks.yolasite.com

28-30—FISHERSVILLE, VIRGINIA: 26th annual show; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Augusta Expo; Expo Rd., I-64 Exit 91; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3 (3 days), children (under 16) free; beads, pearls, gemstones, wire wrapping, wire sculpture, silversmiths and goldsmiths, custom work and repairs while you wait, door prizes; contact Van Wimmer Sr., 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

28-30—GRAPEVINE, TEXAS: Annual show; EGI Show; Grapevine Convention Center; 1209 S. Main St.; Fri. 11-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, children free; beads, fine jewelry, fine jade jewelry, real pearls, sterling silver jewelry, pewter findings, spacers, beading supplies, beading class; contact John Soo, 13337 South St. #633, Cerritos, CA 90703, (714) 494-4546; e-mail: egi168@hotmail.com; Web site: www.egishows.com

28-30—SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc.; Scottish Rite Center; 1895 Camino del Rio S; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

29-30—ROSEVILLE, MINNESOTA: Retail show; Anoka County Gem & Mineral Club; Har Mar Mall; 2100 Snelling Ave. N; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; free admission; agates, fossils, gems, jewelry, minerals; contact Martha Miss, (651) 459-0343; e-mail: martha@rock-biz.biz

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4-6—WYOMING, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Indian Mounds Rock & Mineral Club; Rogers Plaza Town Center; 28th St., west of US 131; Thu. 9:30-9, Fri. 9:30-9, Sat. 9:30-8; free admission; dealers, crystals, minerals, fossils, beads, polished rocks, faceted gems, jewelry, carvings, estate pieces, rock tumblers, specimens, coprolite, demonstrations, children’s table, rock identification, coprolite exhibit; contact John Donker, 7129 Edgewood Ave., Jenison, MI 49428, (616) 457-0556; e-mail: jjredon65@sbcglobal.net; Web site: www.indianmoundsrockclub.com

5-7—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: 37th annual show; Tar Heel Gem & Mineral Club; State Fairgrounds; Kerr Scott Bldg., Blue Ridge Rd.; Fri. 3-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; raffle, door prizes, rock candy, mineral grab bags, geode cutting, silent auction, club member demonstrations; contact Cyndy Hummel, 10609 Chelsea Dr., Raleigh, NC 27603, (919) 779-6220; e-mail: mchummel@mindspring.com; Web site: tarheelclub.org

6-7—CANTON, OHIO: Annual show; Stark County Gem & Mineral Club; Stark County Fairgrounds; 305 Wertz Ave. NW; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, seniors $4, children (6 to 14) $1, Scouts in uniform free; silent auctions, displays, lapidary supplies, rock and gem craft supplies, kids’ games, fluorescent mineral display, demonstrations, rock and mineral specimens, jewelry makers, national dealers, gemstones, education and information; contact Elise Dougan, (330) 284-2647

6-7—LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: 55th Annual Gem and Mineral Club Show; Lincoln Gem & Mineral Club; Lancaster County Fairgrounds, Lancaster Event Center; 84th and Havelock; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, children (11 and under) free with adult; “Our Emerald Jubilee”, annual conventions of the Mid West Federation of Mineralogical Societies and the Nebraska Association of Earth Science Clubs, free natural emerald specimen to the first 2,000 paid admissions, special emerald display, dealers, children’s activities, field trips, displays, demonstrations, fossils, minerals, gems, equipment; contact James Marburger, Box 64, Hickman, NE 68372, (402) 430-6703; e-mail: jm24122@windstream.net; Web site: http://lincolngemmineralclub.org/

6-7—PLYMOUTH MEETING, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Philadelphia Mineralogical Society, Delaware Valley Paleontological Society; LuLu Temple; 5140 Butler Pike; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, children (under 12) $1, all Scouts in uniform free; fossils, minerals, gems, speakers, exhibits, Fossil Dig, Kids’ Mineral Corner, door prizes, Scout merit badge information; contact Karenne Snow, (609) 953-1987; Web site: www.philamineralsociety.org

6-7—POCATELLO, IDAHO: 56th Annual Rock Show; Southeast Idaho Gem & Mineral Society; Bannock County Fairgrounds; 10558 Ifft Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, children (under 12) free with adult; contact Anna Capell, PO Box 3089 West Neeley Loop, American Falls, ID 83211, (208) 221-9458

12-14—ABBOTSFORD, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA: Annual show; BC Lapidary Society; Ag Rec Bldg., CFV Fairgrounds; 32470 Haida Dr., Canada; Fri. 10-9, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, students $2, children free with adult; “Colourful World of Minerals”: large fluorescent mineral display, 45 dealers, displays, demonstrations, educational displays and games, gold panning with Yukon Dan; contact Jennifer Moore, 2613 Birch St., Abbotsford, BC, Canada V2S 4J1, (604) 328-9766; e-mail: jenmac02@telus.net; Web site: www.lapidary.bc.ca

12-14—OGDEN, UTAH: 62nd Gemstone Junction; Golden Spike Gem & Mineral Club; Golden Spike Event Center; Weber County Fair Grounds, 1000 North 1200 West; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; donations accepted; Mr. Bones, grab bags, Wheel of Fortune, rock painting, sapphire and garnet digs, more than 20 dealers, rocks, minerals, jewelry, beads, faceted stones, lapidary supplies, gold, fossils, more than 60 exhibits, displays, demonstrators; contact Cynthia Aeschlimann, PO Box 12835, Ogden, UT 84414, (801) 648-5060; e-mail: club@goldenspikegem.org; Web site: www.goldenspikegem.org

12-14—SARASOTA, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Frank Cox Productions; Sarasota Municipal Auditorium; 801 N. Tamiami Trail (U.S. 41); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $4 (mention listing for $1 discount), children (under 16) free; gems, jewelry, crystals, minerals, beads; contact Frank Cox, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com

12-14—SAVANNAH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Albany Coin & Jewelry Co. LLC; The Alee Temple; 100 Eisenberg Dr.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-3; free admission; rocks, fossils, minerals, wire wrapped stones, crystals, jewelry, coins, currency, gold, silver, copper; contact Audrey Warren, PO Box 70936, Albany, GA 31708, (229) 886-2455; e-mail: sowegacoins@mchsi.com

12-14—VISTA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; San Diego County Council; Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum; 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave.; Fri. 9-?; free admission; jewelry, books, slabs, cabs, new and used equipment, rough material, lapidary-related items; contact Ray Pearce, 753 Abbywood Dr., Oceanside, CA 92057, (760) 726-7570; e-mail: raysrocks@cox.net

13—NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS: Annual Swap Meet; Central Arkansas Gem Mineral & Geology Society; Burns Park; Elder Johnson Pavillion, Military Dr.; Sat. 9-4; free admission; bring your own tables or tailgate, buy, sell or trade, rocks, minerals, fossils; contact Mike Austen, 14604 Honey Bear Dr., Little Rock, AR 72223, (501) 868-4553; e-mail: steelpony@aol.com; Web site: centralarrockhound.org

13-14—ABILENE, TEXAS: Annual show; Central Texas Gem & Mineral Society; Abilene Civic Center; N. 6th and Pine St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, children $1.50; contact Linda Walker, PO Box 206, Hawley, TX 79525, (325) 537-4557; e-mail: linewalk@juno.com

13-14—DOVER, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Annual show; Southeastern New Hampshire Mineral Club; Veterans Community Center; 156 Back River Rd.; Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; adults $4, seniors $3, children (under 12) free; silent auction, dealers, kids’ corner, fluorescent mineral room, finished jewelry, gemstones; contact Curry Lashua, 8 Forest Ave., Rochester, NH 03868, (603) 332-3813; e-mail: poshparrot@metrocast.net

13-14—HELENA, MONTANA: Annual show; Helena Mineral Society; Helena Civic Center; corner of Neill Ave. and Park Ave.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $1, children (12 and under) free with adult; more than 20 dealers, gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, equipment dealers, displays, wire wrap demonstrations, fluorescent mineral display, children’s ball toss, garnet hunt, grab bags; contact Gary Parisi, PO Box 736, Helena, MT 59624, (406) 442-1226; e-mail: gjparisi72@yahoo.com; Web site: helenamineralsociety.org

13-14—IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO: 48th Annual Idaho Falls Gem & Mineral Show; Idaho Falls Gem & Mineral; Idaho Falls Recreation Center; B St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, children (under 12) free; contact Jim Bosley, (208) 520-1819; e-mail: jbosley@cableone.net

13-14—MARION, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Southern Illinois Earth Science Club; Pavilion of the City of Marion; 1602 Sioux Dr.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, children (18 and under) free; rocks, minerals, fossils, lapidary, shell crafts, fluorescent shows, silent auctions; contact Mike Chontofalsky, 1019 E. Broadway, Centralia, IL 62801, (618) 532-0455; e-mail: chontofalsky@att.net; Web site: www.siesclub.org

13-14—MARIPOSA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mariposa Gem & Mineral Club; Mariposa County Fairgrounds; 5007 Fairgrounds Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; guest speakers, dealers, silent auctions, raffle; contact Nikki West, 4166 Sullivan Rd., Mariposa, CA 95338, (209) 742-4234; e-mail: nwest2006@yahoo.com

13-14—PARADISE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Paradise Gem & Mineral; Elks Lodge; 6309 Clark Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2, seniors (65+) $1, children (16 and under) free; Jade of Northern California; contact Manuel Garcia, 5659 Foster Rd., Paradise, CA 95969, (530) 877-7324; e-mail: mmpg@att.net; Web site: paradisegem.org

13-14—SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Annual show; Northwest Arkansas Gem & Mineral Society; Siloam Springs Community Bldg.; 110 N. Mt. Olive St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; adults $3, students $2, children free with adult; “Arkansas Crystals”: dealers, rough rock, slabs, cabochons, fossils, finished jewelry, door prizes, silent auction, grab bags, kids’ Treasure Chest and Gem Wash, educational display cases, collections, demonstrations, lapidary, wire jewelry, flintknapping; contact DeLane Cox, 8152 Spanker Ridge Dr., Bentonville, AR 72712, (479) 254-0894; e-mail: delanec3@earthlink.net; Web site: www.nwarockhounds.org

14—WATERLOO, IOWA: Annual show; Black Hawk Gem & Mineral Society; Waterloo Center for the Arts; 225 Commercial St.; Sun. 11-5; free admission (donations accepted); activities and booths for adults and kids, demonstrations, speakers, silent auction; contact Dave Malm, 1715 Drury Ln., Cedar Falls, IA 50613, (319) 266-6433; e-mail: davidmalm@cfu.net

19-20—REDWOOD FALLS, MINNESOTA: Annual show; Minnesota Inventors Congress; Redwood Area Community Center; 901 Cook St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6; adults $5; demonstrations, exhibits, geode breaking, door prizes, grab bags, rough rock, jewelry; contact Allan Hacker, PO Box 37, Morgan, MN 56266, (507) 249-3811

19-21—DECATUR, ILLINOIS: 61st Annual Mineral, Gem & Jewelry Show; Central Illinois Gem & Mineral Club; Macon County Fairgrounds; 3700 Westlawn Ave.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $5 (3-day admission), children free; dealers, jewelry, rough and finished gemstones, lapidary, beads, findings, mineral specimens, , demonstrators, faceting, wire wrapping, beading, jewelry repair, silent auctions, Kids Corner, fossil dig, 4H and Scout booths Sat.; contact Regina Kapta, 1483 E. Wood St., Decatur, IL 62521, (217) 233-1164; e-mail: cigmc@comcast.net; Web site: cigmc.earthinsync.com/

19-21—DENVER, COLORADO: Wholesale and retail show; Martin Zinn Expositions LLC; Ramada Plaza Denver Central; 4849 Bannock St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; free admission; 70 local and regional dealers, minerals, fossils, meteorites, gems, jewelry, beads, lapidary supplies, metaphysical supplies, decorator items; contact Regina Aumente, PO Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004, (505) 867-0425; e-mail: mzexpos@gmail.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com

19-21—RICKREALL, OREGON: Annual show; Willamette Agate & Mineral Society; Polk County Fairgrounds; 520 S. Pacific Hwy. W; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4:30; adults $2, children (under 12) free; contact Etheleen Flippo, (503) 623-4247; e-mail: reflippoo@hotmail.com

20-21—EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Eau Claire County Expo Center; Lorch Ave.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; silent auction, minerals, fossils, crystals, gems, rocks, artifacts, jewelry, demonstrations, “hands-on” booth for kids; contact Mike Schoenfuss, 2545 W. Taylor Creek Rd., Eau Claire, WI 54701; e-mail: mschoenfuss@gmail.com

20-21—JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI: Show and sale; Greater Southern Gem & Jewelry Shows; Mississippi Trade Mart; 1207 Mississippi St., Mississippi Fairgrounds; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, children (under 6) free; dealers, demonstrations, opals, Ethiopian opal, Oregon sunstone, loose and mounted gemstones, minerals, fossils, jewelry, precious stones, rare stones, rough rocks, coins, discounted gold and silver, jewelry repair, stone setting, ring sizing, gold and silver findings, tools, drawings, auctions, kids’ and adults’ panning, on-site gold and silver buying; contact Stan Bennett, 242 Faith Hill Dr., Ridgeland, MS 39157, (601) 898-0407

20-21—KENNEWICK, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Lakeside Gem & Mineral Club; Benton Franklin County Fairgrounds; 1500 S. Oak; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, children (12 and under) free with adult; dealers, demonstrations, displays, kids’ corner, door prizes, silent auction; contact Mary Lou Omstead, (509) 783-2798; e-mail: mlofbo@yahoo.com; Web site: www.lakesidegemandmineralclub.com

20-21—LUBBOCK, TEXAS: 55th annual show; Lubbock Gem & Mineral Society; Lubbock Memorial Civic Center; 1501 Mac Davis Ln.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, seniors $3, students (6-12) $2, children (under 6) and Scouts in uniform free; 17 dealers, rocks, minerals, gems, silver, beads, fossils, jewelry, silent auction, junior activities, spin a wheel, door prizes, demonstrations, personal displays; contact Walt Beneze, TX, (806) 797-5832; e-mail: walt@lubbockgemandmineral.org; Web site: www.lubbockgemandmineral.org

20-21—NEWBURY PARK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Conejo Gem & Mineral Club; Borchard Park Community Center; 190 Reino Rd., at Borchard Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; exhibits, sales, gems, jewelry, rocks, minerals, fossils, youth activities, lapidary and jewelry making demonstrations, silent auction, door prizes; contact Robert Sankovich, 1961 Havenwood Dr., Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, (805) 494-7734; e-mail: rmsorca@adelphia.net; Web site: www.cgamc.org

20-21—PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Monongahela Rockhounds; West Mifflin Volunteer Fire Co.; #4 Skyview Hall, 660 Noble Dr.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; free admission; contact Bret Howard, (724) 327-8618; Web site: www.monongahelarockhounds.org

20-21—ROSEVILLE, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Mt. Clemens/Macomb Gem & Lapidary Society; Roseville Recreation Center; 18185 Sycamore; Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-5; adults $3, seniors $1, students and children free; lectures on dinosaurs, meteorites and fossils, dealers, demonstrations, lapidary, beading, chain making, faceting, mineral ID, wire wrapping, silver casting, auctions, information, kids’ area; contact Jacqueline Swain, 44314 Macomb Industrial Dr., Clinton Township, MI 48036, (313) 469-7868; e-mail: jacswain018@aol.com; Web site: www.mcgls.org

20-21—ROSEVILLE, MINNESOTA: Retail show; Anoka County Gem & Mineral Club; Har Mar Mall; 2100 Snelling Ave. N; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; free admission; agates, fossils, gems, jewelry, minerals; contact Martha Miss, (651) 459-0343; e-mail: martha@rock-biz.biz

20-21—SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Santa Clara Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Santa Clara County Fairgrounds; 344 Tully Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $6 (discount coupon on web site), children (under 12) free; dealers, kids’ educational area, Scout badge programs, demonstrations, flint knapper, gold panning, guest speakers, door prizes, personal displays; contact Frank Mullaney, 5705 Begonia Dr., San Jose, CA 95124-3565, (408) 265-1422; e-mail: info@scvgms.org; Web site: www.scvgms.org

20-21—WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA: Retail show; Pacific Crystal Guild; Civic Park Community Center; 1375 Civic Dr.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $6, children (under 12) free; 30 dealers, minerals, gems, crystals, beads, metaphysical healing tools; contact Jerry Tomlinson, PO Box 1371, Sausalito, CA 94966, (415) 383-7837; e-mail: jerry@crystalfair.com; Web site: www.crystalfair.com

20-21—YAKIMA, WASHINGTON: 52nd Annual Parade of Gems; Yakima Rock & Mineral Club; Washington National Guard Amory; 2501 Airport Ln.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $3.50, students $2, children (12 and under) free with adult; dealers, demonstrations, gold panning, silent auction, junior activities, grab bag, door prizes, raffle, spin a wheel; contact Marti Sondgeroth, (509) 248-6401; e-mail: marthms@q.com

26-28—GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Annual show; Rogue Gem & Geology Club; Josephine County Fairgrounds; 1451 Fairgrounds Rd.; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; adults $1, children (11 and under) free; dealers, silent auction, door prizes, displays, demonstrations, raffle prizes, kids’ games; contact Mary Blankenship, PO Box 1224, Grants Pass, OR 97528, (541) 862-2989; e-mail: rockhoundclub@yahoo.com; Web site: www.roguegemandgeology.com

26-28—IRVINE, KENTUCKY: 6th Annual Kentucky Agate, Rock, Gem & Jewelry Show; Blue Grass Gem & Mineral Club; Estill County Central School Gym; 253 Main St.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; Kentucky agate exhibits and sales, slabs, cabs, rough and cut gems, fossils, minerals, beads, handcrafted and fine jewelry, demonstrations, agate field trips, Mountain Mushroom Festival, morel mushroom market, antique show; contact Jane Volk, 3133 Dale Hollow Dr., Lexington, KY 40515, (859) 263-9879; e-mail: bggamc@insightbb.com; Web site: http://bggamc.intuitwebsites.com/mountain-mushroom-festival.html

26-28—SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc.; Sonoma County Fairgrounds; 1350 Bennett Valley Rd.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

26-29—WICHITA, KANSAS: Show and sale; Wichita Gem & Mineral Society; Cessna Activity Center; 2744 George Washington Blvd.; Fri. 9-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, students $1, children free; contact Gene Maggard, (316) 742-3746; e-mail: gandpmaggard@wildblue.net

27-28—BENTON HARBOR, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Blossomland Gem & Mineral Society; Orchard Mall; 1800 Pipestone Rd.; Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-4; free admission; demonstrations, gem faceting, silversmithing, jewelry making, rock and gem crafts, gold panning, dealers; contact Larry Kiernan, 208 E. Sycamore St., Three Oaks, MI 49128, (269) 756-9080; e-mail: tire309@yahoo.com

27-28—CUYAHOGA FALLS, OHIO: Show and sale; Summit Lapidary Club, Akron Mineral Society; Emidio & Sons Expo Center; 48 E. Bath Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, seniors and students over 14 $4, students 7 to 13 $1, children (6 and under) and Scouts in uniform free; lapidary arts displays, 30 dealers, minerals, rocks, gemstones, jewelry, We will have lapidary demonstrations, gem ID, geode cracking, silent auction, gem mine, children’s activities; contact Evelyn Tryon, 2028 Tallmadge Rd., Kent, OH 44240, (330) 673-9664; e-mail: gemboree76@yahoo.com; Web site: lapidaryclubofohio.org

27-28—DOTHAN, ALABAMA: Annual show; Dothan Gem & Mineral Club; Westgate Park (James Grant Rec. Center Gym); 501 Recreation Rd.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; door prizes, silent auction, mineral display, flint knapping demonstraion; contact Arnie Lambert, 920 Yorktown Rd., Dothan, AL 36301, (334) 792-7116; e-mail: arlambert@comcast.net; Web site: www.wiregrassrockhounds.com

27-28—ELMA, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Grays Harbor Geology & Gem Society; Grays Harbor County Fair Grounds; 43 Elma-McCleary Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; Grays Harbor Gem & Geology Earth Treasures; contact Gary Emberley, (360) 533-6196; e-mail: melissa624@hotmail.com

27-28—FRANKLIN, NEW JERSEY: 42nd annual show; New Jersey Earth Science Assn., Sterling Hill Mining Museum, Franklin-Ogdensburg Mineralogical Society; Washington School; 50 Washington Ave.; Sat. 9-5:30, Sun. 10-5; adults $4; outdoor swap, auction, indoor mineral dealers, fluorescent minerals, gems, meteorites, fossils, daylight and fluorescent exhibits; contact Russell Brarens, 515 Lincoln Blvd., Middlesex, NJ 08846-2442, (732) 469-1047; e-mail: RNB515@aol.com

27-28—MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: 34th Annual Show; Memphis Archaeological & Geological Society; Memphis Agricenter; 7777 Walnut Grove Rd.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, children $2; 275 dealer tables, exhibits, demonstrations, kids’ Rockzone, Gem Dig, Geode Bowling, Rocks Around the Clock, Rock Toss, free hands-on and educational activities; contact James Butchko, (901) 743-0058; e-mail: info@theearthwideopen.com; Web site: www.theearthwideopen.com

27-28—ORLANDO, FLORIDA: Annual show; Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society; National Guard Armory; 2809 S. Fern Creek Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, students $2, children free; demonstrations, 30-minute auctions, kids table, sluice mining for gems, hourly door prizes, dealers, gems, minerals, beads, metaphysical stones, fossils, Scout merit badges, demonstrations, cutting cabochons, faceting gems, wire wrapping, flint knapping, metal work; contact Paul Hayes, 1400 Sawyerwood Ave., Orlando, FL 32809, (407) 816-1229; e-mail: phayes3@cfl.rr.com; Web site: www.cfmgs.org

27-28—SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Santa Cruz Mineral & Gem Society; Civic Center Auditorium; Center St. and Church St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $4 ($1 off coupon on Web site), children (12 and under) free; minerals, jewelry, jade, crystals, rocks, kids’ activities, fluorescent mineral display; contact Julia Cornblatt, (831) 687-0509; e-mail: scruzmgs@gmail.com; Web site: www.scgms.org

27-28—SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; West Seattle Rock Club; Alki Masonic Temple; 4736 40th Ave. SW; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; contact Lyle and Audrey Vogelpohl, (206) 932-3292; e-mail: avogelpohl@comcast.net; Web site: www.westseattlerockclub.org

27-28—TROY, OHIO: Annual show; Brukner Center Gem & Mineral Club; Miami County Fairgrounds; 650 N. County Road 25-A; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; admission $1; mineral identification, specimens, gems, jewelry, rough stone, demonstrations, displays, silent auction, dealers, children’s activities, gem sluicing, geode cracking; contact Gene Davis, PO Box 64, Tipp City, OH 45371, (937) 667-4160; e-mail: Manningsrockshop@live.com


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April 2013 – Wholesale and Trade Only Shows

March 31, 2013

2013 Hangzhou International Top Jewelry Show

Fair Date: 4/1/2013 – 4/30/2013
Venue: Zheijiang World Trade International Exhibition Center, Hangzhou
City: Hangzhou
Country: China
Organiser: Qingdao Haiming International Exhibition Group
Website: http://www.hz-jewelrytop.com

Jewellery World Arabia
Fair Date: 4/1/2013 – 4/30/2013
Venue: Four Seasons Hotel, Riyadh
City: Riyadh
Country: Saudi Arabia
Organiser: Alagat Montgomery
Website: http://www.jewelex-arabia.com


34th MidEast Watch & Jewellery Show
Fair Date: 4/2/2013 – 4/6/2013
Venue: Expo Centre Sharjah, Sharjah
City: Sharjah
Country: United Arab Emirates
Organiser: Expo Centre Sharjah
Website: http://www.mideastjewellery.com

Fashion Jewellery & Accessories Show (FJAS 2013)
Fair Date: 4/4/2013 – 4/7/2013
Venue: Bombay Exhibition Center
City: Mumbai
Country: India
Organiser: Imitation Jewellery Manufacturers Association
Website: http://www.ijma-fjas.com

Gem Faire – Eugene, OR
WHEN Friday, April 5 – Sunday, April 7, 2013
WHERE Lane County Events Center/Exhibit Hall, Eugene, OR
CONTACT EMAIL info@gemfaire.com
CONTACT PHONE 503-252-8300
LINK gemfaire.com

Intergem – Santa Monica
WHEN Friday, April 5 – Sunday, April 7, 2013
WHERE Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, Santa Monica, CA
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com

2013 Tianjin the 6th International Jewelry Fair
Fair Date: 4/5/2013 – 4/9/2013
Venue: Tianjin International Exhibition Centre, Tianjin
City: Tianjin
Country: China
Organiser: Tianjin Qiyang Exhibit Service Co Ltd; Tianjin Center, China

Best of India Jewellery Show (BIJS) 2013
Fair Date: 4/5/2013 – 4/7/2013
Venue: Palace Ground
City: Bangalore
Country: India
Organiser: The Art of Jewellery
Website: http://www.artofjewellery.com


Dubai Precious Metal Conference 2013
Fair Date: 4/6/2013 – 4/7/2013
Venue: Almas Tower, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai
City: Dubai
Country: United Arab Emirates
Organiser: DMCC; Foretell Business Solutions
Website: http://www.dpmc.ae

Jewelers International Showcase (April)
Fair Date: 4/6/2013 – 4/8/2013
Venue: Miami Beach Convention Center
City: MiamiBeach
Country: USA
Organiser: Jewelers International Showcase Inc
Website: http://www.jisshow.com

The 14th Chengdu International Jewelry Fair
Fair Date: 4/6/2013 – 4/9/2013
Venue: Chengdu Century City New International Convention & Exposition Centre
City: Chengdu
Country: China
Organiser: Chengdu Tianyi Exhibition Service Co Ltd
Website: http://www.cdzbz.cn

Jewelers International Showcase (JIS)
WHEN Saturday, April 6 – Monday, April 8, 2013
WHERE Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, FL
CONTACT EMAIL jisshow@aol.com
CONTACT PHONE 561.998.0205
LINK jisshow.com

Kolkata Jewellery Show
WHEN Saturday, April 6 – Monday, April 8, 2013
WHERE Netaj Indoor Stadium Kolkata, India
CONTACT EMAIL info@kolkatajewelleryshow.com
CONTACT PHONE +91.0900.774.6320
LINK kolkatajewelleryshow.com

Business to Business Show Gem Trade Show
WHEN Sunday, April 7 – Monday, April 8, 2013
WHERE Ramada Inn Mall of America and Convention Center, Bloomington, MN
CONTACT EMAIL info@glwshows.com
CONTACT PHONE 601.879.8832
LINK glwshows.com

EUROBIJOUX and MIBI
WHEN Thursday, April 11 – Saturday, April 13, 2013
WHERE Recinto Ferial de Palma de Malloca Fairgrounds, Palma de Mallorca
CONTACT EMAIL info@eurofashionbijoux.com
CONTACT PHONE +34.971.360.313
LINK mibi-eurobijoux.com

Business to Business Show Gem Trade Show
WHEN Friday, April 12 – Sunday, April 14, 2013
WHERE Embassy Suites Livonia (Detroit), MI
CONTACT EMAIL info@glwshows.com
CONTACT PHONE 601.879.8832
LINK glwshows.com

Gem Faire – Hillsboro, OR
WHEN Friday, April 12 – Sunday, April 14, 2013
WHERE Washington County Fairgrounds, Hillsboro, OR
CONTACT EMAIL info@gemfaire.com
CONTACT PHONE 503-252-8300
LINK gemfaire.com

Intergem – Austin
WHEN Friday, April 12 – Sunday, April 14, 2013
WHERE Lester E. Palmer Events Center, Austin, TX
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com

Intergem – White Plains
WHEN Friday, April 12 – Sunday, April 14, 2013
WHERE Westchester County Center, White Plains, NY
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com

2013 Beijing International Jewelry Exhibition
Fair Date: 4/12/2013 – 4/15/2013
Venue: China International Exhibition Center
City: Beijing
Country: China
Organiser: Qingdao Haiming International Exhibition Group
Website: http://www.bj-jewelryexpo.com



The SMART Jewelry Show & Conference
Fair Date: 4/12/2013 – 4/15/2013
Venue: Navy Pier
City: Chicago
Country: USA
Organiser: SmartWork Media/ INSTORE Magazine
Website:  http://www.smartjewelryshow.com


OroArezzo
WHEN Saturday, April 13 – Tuesday, April 16, 2013
WHERE Arezzo Fiere e Congressi, Arezzo, Italy
CONTACT EMAIL info@oroarezzo.it
CONTACT PHONE +39.0575.9361
LINK oroarezzo.it

International Gold, Silver and Jewelry Trade Exhibition
Fair Date: 4/13/2013 – 4/16/2013
Venue: Centro Affari e Convegni, Arezzo
City: Arezzo
Country: Italy
Organiser: Arezzo Fiere e Congressi Srl
Website: http://www.oroarezzo.it

11th International Gold & Jewelry Exhibition
Fair Date: 4/16/2013 – 4/22/2013
Venue: International Fairs Ground
City: Kuwait City
Country: Kuwait
Organiser: Kuwait International Fair
Website: http://www.kif.net


Jewelry Fair Korea 2013
Fair Date: 4/18/2013 – 4/21/2013
Venue: COEX
City: Seoul
Country: Korea
Organiser: Korea International Trade Association
Website: http://www.jewelfair.com

Business to Business Gem Trade Show
WHEN Friday, April 19 – Saturday, April 20, 2013
WHERE Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center, Chicago, IL
CONTACT EMAIL info@glwshows.com
CONTACT PHONE 601.879.8832
LINK glwshows.com

The 12th Chengdu International Jewelry Fair
Fair Date: 4/19/2013 – 4/22/2013
Venue: Chengdu Century City New International Convention & Exposition Centre
City: Chengdu
Country: China
Organiser: Chengdu Tianyi Exhibition Service Co Ltd
Website: http://www.cdzbz.cn

20th Malaysia International Jewellery Festival 2013 (Spring Edition)
Fair Date: 4/19/2013 – 4/22/2013
Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
City: KualaLumpur
Country: Malaysia
Organiser: MIJ Exhibition Sdn Bhd
Website: http://www.mij.com.my

Intergem – Houston
WHEN Friday, April 19 – Sunday, April 21, 2013
WHERE Reliant Center at Reliant Park, Houston, TX
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com

Mid-South Jewelry & Accessories Fair
WHEN Friday, April 19 – Sunday, April 21, 2013
WHERE Memphis-Cook Convention Center, Memphis, TN
CONTACT EMAIL info@helenbrett.com
CONTACT PHONE 630.241.9865
LINK gift2jewelry.com

American Gem Society Conclave
WHEN Wednesday, April 24 – Saturday, April 27, 2013
WHERE The Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix, AZ
CONTACT EMAIL shall@ags.org
CONTACT PHONE 702.255.6500
LINK americangemsociety.org

Baselworld – The Watch and Jewellery Show
Fair Date: 4/25/2013 – 5/2/2013
Venue: Exhibition Center
City: Basel
Country: Switzerland
Organiser: MCH Swiss Exhibition (Basel) Ltd
Website: http://www.baselworld.com

Business to Business Gem Trade Show
WHEN Friday, April 26 – Saturday, April 27, 2013
WHERE Eastern States Exposition West Springfield, MA
CONTACT EMAIL info@glwshows.com
CONTACT PHONE 601.879.8832
LINK glwshows.com

Gem Faire – Santa Rosa, CA
WHEN Friday, April 26 – Sunday, April 28, 2013
WHERE Sonoma County Fair/ Grace Pavilion, Santa Rosa, CA
CONTACT EMAIL info@gemfaire.com
CONTACT PHONE 503-252-8300
LINK gemfaire.com

Intergem – Dallas
WHEN Friday, April 26 – Sunday, April 28, 2013
WHERE Dallas Market Hall, Dallas, TX
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com

Intergem – PhiladephiaWHEN Friday, April 26 – Sunday, April 28, 2013
WHERE Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, Oaks, PA
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com

American Craft Retailers Expo Las Vegas
WHEN Saturday, April 27 – Monday, April 29, 2013
WHERE Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
CONTACT EMAIL acreinfo@wholesalecrafts.com
CONTACT PHONE 888.427.2381
LINK acrelasvegas.com

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March 2013 – Club Shows

March 1, 2013
The great folks at Majesta’s Jewelry Supply

1-3—LARGO, FLORIDA: 43rd Annual Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show and Sale; Suncoast Gem & Mineral Society; Minnreg Bldg.; 6340 126th Ave. N; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, students $4, children (under 6) free; dealers, club sales, finished and unfinished gems, jewelry, beads, minerals, equipment, tools, magazine back issues, grand drawing, hourly drawings, member displays, grab bags, demonstrations; contact Bill Schmidt, Suncoast Gem & Mineral Society, PO Box 13254, St. Petersburg, FL 33733, (727) 793-7069; e-mail: SGAMSgemshow@gmail.com; Web site: sgams.com

1-3—NEWARK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mineral & Gem Society of Castro Valley; Newark Pavilion; 6430 Thornton Ave.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, children free; fluorescent rock display and sales, more than 35 dealers, jewelry, gemstones, beads, fossils, equipment, supplies, live demonstrations, display cases, live auction, door prizes, kids’ Spinning Wheel; contact Michael Tice, 3837 Parish Ave., Fremont, CA 94536, (510) 791-2785; e-mail: 4ticetice@comcast.net; Web site: www.mgscv.org

1-3—RICHMOND, INDIANA: Annual show; Eastern Indiana Gem & Geological Society; Wayne County Fairgrounds; 861 N. Salisbury Rd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; adults $5, seniors $3, students $1, children (under 7) free; jewelry, minerals, crystale, fossils, displays, children’s activities, silent auction; contact John LaMont, 14158 St. Rd. 1, Brookville, IN 47012, (765) 647-4894 or (765) 966-4249

2-3—ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Monrovia Rockhounds; The Arboretum & Botanic Gardens; Ayers Hall, 301 Baldwin Ave.; Sat. 9-4:30, Sun. 9-4:30; adults $8, seniors and students $6, children $3; contact Jo Anna Ritchey, 224 Oaks Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016, (626) 359-1624; e-mail: joannaritchey@gmail.com; Web site: www.moroks.com

2-3—CALDWELL, IDAHO: Annual show; Owyhee Gem & Mineral Society; O’Conner Field House; 2200 Blaine; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-5; adults $3, children (under 11) free with adult; dealers, rock, gems, jewelry, fossils, live demonstrations, silent auction, sand dig, door prizes, member display cases, kids’ Wheel Spin, grab bags; contact Susan Beattie, (208) 466-6184; e-mail: susan71061@aol.com; Web site: www.owyheerocks.com

2-3—FOUNTAIN HILLS (PHOENIX), ARIZONA: Fountain Hills Gem & Mineral Show; O.B. Rocks & Minerals; Fountain Hills Community Center; 13001 N. La Montana Dr.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, children (under 10) free; dealers, gems, minerals, fossils, metals, beads, kids’ activities; contact Rick Obermiller, PO Box 64281, Phoenix, AZ 85082, (602) 826-2218; e-mail: obrocks@gmail.com

2-3—ISSAQUAH, WASHINGTON: Annual show; East Kingco Rock Club; Pickering Barn; 1730 10th Ave. NW, across from Costco; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; dealers, gems, jewelry mineral specimens, silent auction, natural art, games, demonstrations, displays, door prizes; contact Norma McDonald, PO Box 2203, Redmond, WA 98073, (206) 612-3113; e-mail: ekcrc@gmail.com; Web site: www.eastkingco.org

2-3—ROBSTOWN, TEXAS: Annual show; Gulf Coast Gem & Mineral Society; Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds; 1213 Terry Shamsie Blvd., intersection of IH-37 and Hwy. 77; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5 (two-day pass), children (under 12) with adult and Scouts in uniform free; dealers, jewelry, minerals, fossils, meteorites, kids’ wheel, Rock Food Table; contact Jerrold Simpson, PO Box 60781, Corpus Christi, TX 78466, (361) 877-3073; e-mail: jsimpson1@stx.rr.com; Web site: www.gcgms.org

2-3—STANTON (NEWARK), DELAWARE: Annual show; The Delaware Mineralogical Society; Delaware Technical and Community College; 400 Stanton-Christiana Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $6, seniors $5, students $4, children (under 12) free; educational exhibits, minerals, fossils, lapidary, museum displays, dealers, minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry and lapidary supplies, door prizes, gem cutting and polishing demonstrations, children’s table; contact Wayne Urion, (302) 998-0686; e-mail: wurion@aol.com; Web site: www.delminsociety.net

2-3—VENTURA, CALIFORNIA: 51st annual show; Ventura Gem & Mineral Society; Ventura County Fairgrounds; 10 W. Harbor Blvd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; member and guest displays of gems, minerals, fossils, lapidary arts, lapidary and jewelry making demonstrations, door prizes, silent auctions, Country Store, dealers, children’s activities; contact Krishna Juarez, PO Box 1573, Ventura, CA 93002, (805) 320-1094; e-mail: abaris2007@gmail.com; Web site: www.vgms.org

7-10—DEMING, NEW MEXICO: 48th Annual Rockhound Roundup Gem & Mineral Show and Sale; Deming Gem & Mineral Society; SWNM Fairgrounds; 4200 Raymond Reed; Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission; jewelry and rock-related items, displays, demonstrations, spinning wheel, geode cutting, guided field trips, children’s corner, silent auction, live auction, door prizes, cash raffle; contact Maurice Crawford, 713 W. Spruce St. PMB 726, Deming, NM 88030, (575) 546-0056; e-mail: thedgms@gmail.com; Web site: dgms.bravehost.com

8-9—ADA, OKLAHOMA: Annual show; Ada Gem, Mineral & Fossil Club; Pontotoc County Agri-Plex; Hwy. 1 & 377/state Hwy. 99 & Richardson Loop; Fri. 8-6, Sat. 9-5; free admission; dealers, kids’ activities, fossil dig, spinning wheel, fluorescent rocks, silent auction, demonstrations; contact Ed Vermillion, PO Box 782, Purcell, OK 73080, (405) 527-6431; e-mail: okieed42@windstream.net; Web site: www.freewebs.com/agmfc/index.htm

8-10—AUGUSTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Aiken Gem, Mineral & Fossil Society and Augusta Gem & Mineral Society; Julian Smith Casino; 2200 Broad St.; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-4; adults $3, children (under 16) free with adult; dealers, gem dig, geode sales and cutting, treasure dig, hourly door prizes, grab bags, grand door prize, demonstrations; contact Richard McNutt, (706) 650-8280; e-mail: rmcnutt9@comcast.net

8-10—HILLSBORO, OREGON: Show and sale; Tualatin Valley Gem Club; Washington County FairPlex; 873 NE 34th Ave.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; adults $1, children (under 12) free; dealers, exhibits, silent auction, demonstrations; contact Mitch Metcalf, (503) 726-9168; e-mail: mitch@myrenoaddress@com

8-10—PLEASANTON, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Alameda County Fairgrounds; 4501 Pleasanton Ave.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

8-10—VICTORVILLE, CALIFORNIA: 37th Annual Outdoor Tailgate; Victor Valley Gem & Mineral Club; Stoddard Wells; Stoddard Wells Rd., 12 miles east of I-15; Fri. 8-5, Sat. 8-5, Sun. 8-5; free admission; Sat. field trip for Verde Antique marble, dealers, handcrafted and faceted jewelry, slabs, cabs, minerals, fossils, findings, equipment, rough material; contact Brett Ward, (760) 243-2330; Web site: vvgmc.org

9—BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA: Rockin’ at the Swamp Festival; Recreation and Parks Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge; Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center; 10503 N. Oak Hills Pkwy.; Sat. 9-4; adults $5, children $4; rocks, gemstones, minerals, fossils, gemstone identification card project, pyrite collecting, 10 dealers, gemstone jewelry, stoneware, mineral specimens, rock-related gift items, stone-tool demonstrations, crafts, rock climbing wall, fossil quarry; contact Claire Coco, BSNC, 10503 N. Oak Hills Pkwy., Baton Rouge, LA 70810, (225) 757-8905; e-mail: ccoco@brec.org; Web site: www.brec.org/swamp

9—SKOKIE, ILLINOIS: 64th Annual Silent Auction; Chicago Rocks & Minerals Society; St. Peter’s United Church of Christ gymnasium; 8013 Laramie, at Oakton, across from the public library; Sat. 6-9; free admission; rocks, crystals, minerals, fossils, geodes, handmade jewelry, lapidary treasures, books, magazines, special selection for kids; contact Jeanine Mielecki, (773) 774-2054; e-mail: jaynine9aol.com; Web site: www.chicagorocks.org

9-10—CLIFTON, NEW JERSEY: Annual show; North Jersey Mineralogical Society; Pope John II Center; 775 Valley Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, seniors $4, students $3, children (under 12) free; rocks, minerals, fossils, lapidary, crystals, jewelry, rockhounding supplies; contact Jeff Wilson, 14 Beach Dr., Montague, NJ 07827, (973) 293-7911; e-mail: buckwood4@yahoo.com; Web site: nojms.webs.com

9-10—FILER, IDAHO: Annual show; Magic Valley Gem Club; Twin Falls County Fairgrounds; 215 Fair Ave.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; adults $2, children (under 12) free with adult; demonstrations by Herrett Museum, Hagerman Fossil Beds and Magic Valley Gold Panning Club, dealers, silent auctions, door prizes, grand prize, wheel of fortune, display cases, hands-on mineral table, educational exhibits, sand dig; contact Shirley Metts, (208) 423-4827; e-mail: imetts@centurylink.net

9-10—KLAMATH FALLS, OREGON: Annual show; Rock & Arrowhead Club; Klamath County Fairgrounds; 3531 S. 6th St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $1, children (under 12) free; featuring obsidian; contact Marv Stump, PO Box 1803, Klamath Falls, OR 97601, (541) 882-8341

9-10—MENASHA, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Weis Earth Science Museum; UW Fox Valley; 1478 Midway Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; special exhibits, gem cutting and jewelry making demonstrations, silent auction, door prizes, raffle, kids’ events; contact Gary Richards, Weis Earth Science Museum, Manasha, WI 54952, (920) 832-2925; e-mail: garold.richards@uwc.edu

9-10—MONROE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Badger Lapidary & Geological Society; Monroe Senior High School; 1600 26th St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission, donations accepted; 10 dealers, speakers, club displays, fluorescent mineral tent, lapidary demonstrations, club sales, hourly door prizes, educational films, kids’ activities, fish pond, spinner game, scavenger hunt, quarry quest, gem panning, roving rock wizard; contact Terri Marche, 5415 Lost Woods Ct., Oregon, WI 53575, (608) 835-2653; e-mail: tmarche@usnetizen.com; Web site: www.badgerrockclub.org

9-10—SAN MARINO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Pasadena Lapidary Society; San Marino Masonic Center; 3130 Huntington Dr.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; “Rocks Through The Ages”, member displays, lapidary demonstrations, dealers, minerals, rough material, jewelry, gems, collectibles; contact Marcia Goetz, (626) 260-7239

9-10—SPRECKELS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Salinas Valley Rock & Gem Club, Spreckels Vets Hall; Spreckels Vets Halls; 5th St. and Llano St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; jewelry, gems, crystals, minerals, fossils, craft supplies, beads, fluorescent display, member displays, hourly door prizes, demonstrations, raffle; contact Karin Salomon, (831) 375-5233; e-mail: kcbakes27@yahoo.com; Web site: salinasrockandgem.com

9-10—TURLOCK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mother Lode Mineral Society; Stanislaus County Fairgrounds; 900 N. Broadway; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, children (12 and under) free; rocks, minerals, jewelry, exhibits of dinosaur fossils, shark jaws, jewelry and polished stones, jewelry-making demonstrations, children’s activities, bracelet making, soapstone carving, fluorescent display tent; contact Chris Whittier, 3813 Amigo Dr., Modesto, CA 95356, (209) 368-2797; e-mail: webmaster@motherlodemineralsociety.com; Web site: www.turlockgemshow.com

9-10—WAUKESHA, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Kettle Moraine Geological Society; Waukesha County Expo Center South Hall; 1000 Northview Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2.50, children 50 cents; agates, minerals, fossils, lapidary, speakers, demonstrations, displays, fluorescence, sales; contact Richard Rosenberger, 245 Meadowside Court, Pewaukee, WI 53072; e-mail: rosenber.w@sbcglobal.net; Web site: fromtherockroom.com

15-16—COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA: Retail show; Val Latham and Sharon Szymanski; Mingus Union High School; 1801 E. Fir St.; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 9-4; adults $3, children (under 12) free with adult; dealers, minerals, rocks, copper, beads, fine and costume jewelry, unset gemstones, fossils, cabochons, lapidary machinery and supplies, wire wrapping on the premises; contact Val Latham, 840 W. Charleston Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85140, (602) 350-1756; e-mail: val65@cox.net

15-17—ALBUQEURQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Albuquerque Gem & Mineral Club; Albuquerque State Fairgrounds, Expo NM; 300 San Pedro NE, enter from San Pedro at Copper St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, $1 Fri., children (under 13) free; 45 dealers, exhibits, minerals, fossils, jewelry, crystals, cut stones, displays, books, raffles, silent auction, door prizes, Creative Arts Center; contact Paul Hlava, (505) 265-4178; e-mail: paulhlava@q.com; Web site: www.agmc.info

15-17—JACKSON, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Michigan Gem & Mineral Society; Jackson County Fair Grounds American 1 Event Center; 200 W. Ganson; Fri. 11-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-5; adults $4 (discount coupon on Web site), seniors $2, students $1, children (under 5),military personnel, police, firefighters, and Scouts in uniform free; junior activities, gems, minerals, meteorites, fossils, beads, jewelry, demonstrators, silent auctions, displays, gold panning, door prizes; contact Sally Hoskin, 10990 Phal Rd., Grass Lake, MI 49240, (517) 522-3396; e-mail: saltoosal2@yahoo.com; Web site: www.mgmsrockclub.com

15-17—KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI: Annual show; Greater Kansas City Association of Earth Science Clubs; KCI Expo Center; 11730 NW Ambassador Dr.; Fri. 9-8, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, children (5-12) $3; contact Mark Sherwood, PO Box 436, Oak Grove, MO 64075, (816) 690-8226; e-mail: kcgsinfo@yahoo.com; Web site: www.kcgemshow.org

15-17—ROME, GEORGIA: Annual show; Rome Georgia Mineral Society; The Forum; 301 Tribune St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; free admission; minerals, gems, fossils, jewelry, crystals, mineral identification, door prizes, exhibits; contact Jose Santamaria, 311 E. 4th St., Rome, GA 30161, (678) 488-9560; e-mail: rogams.show@gmail.com; Web site: http://rogams.wordpress.com/gem-and-mineral-show/

15-17—SPANISH FORK, UTAH: 54th “Spring Parade of Gems”; Timpanogos Gem & Mineral Society; Spanish Fork Fair Grounds; 475 S. Main; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; free admission; displays, dealers, jewelry, fossils, equipment, Mr. Bones, door prizes, touch table, rock sales, silent auction, rocks in the rough, minerals, lapidary equipment, Junior Club Booth, kids’ grab bags, Wheel of Fortune, instruction on polishing cabochons, demonstrations, faceting, knapping, wire wrapping, beading, fluorescent mineral display; contact Keith Fackrell, 2295 East 700 South, Springville, UT 84663, (801) 592-0410; e-mail: timprocks@gmail.com; Web site: http://timprocks.weebly.com

16-17—CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA: Annual show; Cedar Valley Rocks & Minerals Society; Hawkeye Downs Expo Center; 4400 6th St. SW; Sat. 8:30-6, Sun. 9:30-5; adults $2, students (12-18) $1, children (under 12) and youth groups with adult free; Iowa fossils, Tarbosaur Skeleton, 7-inch shark jaw, educational programs, demonstrations, dealers, children’s activities, gem sluice; contact Marvin Houg, (319) 364-2868; e-mail: m_houg@yahoo.com; Web site: www.cedarvalleyrockclub.org

16-17—GAITHERSBURG, MARYLAND: 49th annual show and sale; Gem, Lapidary & Mineral Society of Montgomery County; Montgomery County Fairgrounds; 16 Chestnut St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $6 (coupon on Web site), children (under 12) and Scouts in uniform free; 22 dealers, gems, jewelry, minerals, fossils, more than 40 exhibits, demonstrations, free cabochon-polishing workshop, door prizes, raffles, kids’ table with free specimens, fluorescent display, mini-mine; contact Mark Dahlman, 11906 Scovell Terrace, Germantown, MD 20874; e-mail: showchair@glmsmc.com; Web site: www.glmsmc.com

16-17—LEMOORE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Lemoore Gem & Mineral Club; Trinity Hall; 470 Champion St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; free admission; agate and jasper from around the world, fluorescent mineral display, lapidary rough and supplies, gems, minerals, beads, fossils, jewelry, stone carvings, reference books, rock-cutting demonstrations; contact Chris Wertenberger, PO Box 455, Lemoore, CA 93245-0455, (559) 309-3433

16-17—SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS: Annual show; Southwest Gem & Mineral Society; San Antonio Event Center; 8111 Meadow Leaf Dr.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, seniors and military $3, students $2, children $1; minerals, fossils, jewelry, gemstones, club exhibits, silent auction, children’s games, hourly and grand door prizes; contact Robert Bowie, TX 78133, (210) 287-5233; e-mail: krbotx@gvtc.com; Web site: www.swgemandmineral.org

16-17—SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; North Seattle Lapidary & Mineral Club; Lake City Community Center; 12531 28th Ave. NE; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; junior activities, displays, demonstrations, dealers, club group project; contact Susan Gardner, (425) 483-2295; e-mail: sgardner3@mindspring.com; Web site: www.NorthSeattleRockClub.org

16-17—VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA: Annual ; Vallejo Gem & Mineral Society; Solano County Fairgrounds, Mc Cormick Hall; 900 Fairgrounds Dr.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, children (under 14) free with adult; dealers, beads, crystals, opals, jade, turquoise, meteorites, door prizes, silent auction, wheel of fortune; contact Dan Wolke, 900 Fairgrounds Dr., Civic Bldg., Vallejo, CA 94589, (707) 745-1816; e-mail: dncwolke@sbcglobal.net; Web site: vallejogemandmineral.com

16-17—VISTA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Palomar Gem & Mineral Club; Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum; 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; displays, dealers, gems, mineral, fossils, jewelry, door prize, general store, demonstrations, children’s activities; contact Diane Hall, 528 Shadywood Dr., Escondido, CA 92026, (760) 741-0433; e-mail: dhall13@cox.net; Web site: www.palomargem.org

22-23—YUMA, ARIZONA: Retail show; Sharon Szymanski; Yuma Civic Center; 1440 Desert Hills Dr.; Fri. 10-5, Fri. 9-4; adults $3, children (under 12) free with adult; indoor gem and jewelry show, dealers, minerals, fossils, rough, slabs, fine and costume jewelry, beads, copper, unset gemstones, lapidary equipment and supplies, wire wrapping on the premises; contact Sharon Szymanski, 1792 E. Laddoos Ave., San Tan Valley, AZ 85140, (480) 215-9101; e-mail: goldcanyon2@yahoo.com

22-24—HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA: 43rd annual show; Catawba Valley Gem & Mineral Club; Hickory Metro Convention Center; I-40 Exit 125; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, students and children free; exhibits, demonstrations, cabbing, faceting, tumbling, kiddie corner; contact Baxter Leonard, 2510 Rolling Ridge Dr., Hickory, NC 28602, (828) 320-4028; e-mail: gailandbaxter@aol.com

22-24—LOVELAND, COLORADO: 52nd annual show; Fort Collins Rockhounds; The Ranch (Larimer County Fairgrounds); McKee Bldg., 5280 Arena Circle; Fri. 4-8, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $4 (1 day, or $7 (3 days), students (12-18) with ID $1, children (under 12) free with adult; agates and calcite featured, exhibits, door prizes, grab bags, silent auction, demonstrations, gem and mineral dealers; contact Dee Spaulding, 2506 Pear Court, Fort Collins, CO 80521, (970) 493-6168; e-mail: fcrockhounds@yahoo.com; Web site: fortcollinsrockhounds.org

22-24—PORTLAND, OREGON: Annual show; Mt. Hood Rock Club; Kliever National Guard Armory; 10000 NE 33rd Dr.; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission, donations accepted; contact L. Smith, (503) 646-1932; e-mail: mhrcshowchair@gmail.com

22-24—SAINT LOUIS, MISSOURI: Annual show; Rock Hobby Club of St. Louis; Machinists Hall Auditorium; 12365 St. Charles Rock Rd.; Fri. 4-9, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $3.50, students (under 18) $2, children (under 12) $1 or free with adult; dealers, exhibits, demonstrations, gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, meteorites; contact Roy Hurlburt, 2942 Piney Pointe Dr., Saint Louis, MO 63129-5711, (314) 846-0711; e-mail: hurlburtr@juno.com; Web site: emineralshow.com

23-24—ANGELS CAMP, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Calaveras Gem & Mineral Society; Calaveras County Fairgrounds (Frogtown); 101 Frogtown Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $4, children (under 12) free with adult; jewelry, gemstones, beads, fossils, meteorites, rocks, tools, minerals, kids’ area, silent auction, raffle, door prizes; contact Anna Christiansen, 245 N. 6th Ave., Oakdale, CA 95361-3124, (209) 847-1173; e-mail: achrist361@sbcglobal.net; Web site: calaverasgemand mineral.org

23-24—CHAMBERSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Franklin County Rock & Mineral Club; Hamilton Heights Elementary School; 1589 Johnson Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $4, children (under 12) free with adult; jewelry, gemstones, minerals, fossils, displays, door prizes; contact Mike Mowen, 5979 Altenwald Rd., Waynesboro, PA 17268, (717) 264-9024; e-mail: mlmo@innernet.net

23-24—DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS: 48th Annual Jewelry, Gem, Fossil, Mineral & Lapidary Show; Des Plaines Valley Geological Society; Des Plaines Park District; 2222 Birch St.; Sat. 9:30-5; adults $3, seniors $2, students $1, children (under 12) free with adult; kids’ room, silent auction, demonstrations, raffles, dealers, fine gems and jewelry; contact Lois Zima, (847) 298-4659; e-mail: KSCHUSTER921@AOL.com

23-24—HAMBURG, NEW YORK: Annual show; Buffalo Geological Society; The Fairgrounds; S. Park Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, children (under 12) free; demonstrations, beads, jewelry, private gem collections, gifts, educational exhibits, drawings; contact Steve Bitrz, NY, (716) 773-6386; e-mail: sbirtz@aol.com; Web site: buffalogeological@gmail.com

23-24—NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS: Western Mass Mineral Jewelry & Fossil Show; Connecticut Valley Mineral Club; Clarion Hotel & Conference Center; 1 Atwood Dr.; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, children (12 and under) and Scouts in uniform free with adult; minerals, gemstones, jewelry, crystals, beads, fossils, lapidary and mineral arts, live demonstrations, free exhibits; contact Chris Wayne, (413) 529-0257; e-mail: cwayne@ed-tech.com; Web site: www.westernmassmineralshow.com

23-24—PORT ANGELES, WASHINGTON: Annual show; City of Port Angeles; Vern Burton Community Center; 308 E. 4th St.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; more than 35 dealers, free rock for kids while supplies last, raffle drawings, rough and polished rocks, giant thunder eggs, slabs, carvings, lapidary tools, beads, fused glass, faceted gemstones, faceting rough, crystals, fossils, minerals, beach glass, shells, jewelry, wire wrapping, woodworking, cabochons, equipment; contact Cindy Kochanek, 308 E. 4th St., PO Box 1150, Port Angeles, WA 98362, (360) 417-4550; e-mail: ckochane@cityofpa.us; Web site: www.cityofpa.us

23-24—SAYRE, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Che-Hanna Rock & Mineral Club; Athens Twp. Volunteer Fire Hall; 211 Herrick Ave.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $3, students $1, children (under 8) free; museum displays, kids’ activities, geode cutting, dealers, minerals, fossils, lapidary, jewelry, UVBob’s fluorescent show; contact Inga Wells, 502 Church St., Athens, PA 18810, (570) 731-4396; e-mail: ingawells@yahoo.com; Web site: www.chehannarocks.com

23-24—TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA: 64th annual show and sale; South Bay Lapidary & Mineral Society; Ken Miller Recreation Center; 3341 Torrance Blvd., entrance on Madrona Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; door prizes, special guest exhibitors and demonstrators, fluorescent mineral show, petrified forest display, polished stones, slabs, rough rock, Artisans Store featuring handmade jewelry; contact Bill Sudduth, (310) 787-7851; e-mail: Sudduth3@msn.com; Web site: www.palosverdes.com/sblap

23-25—ROSEVILLE, CALIFORNIA: 51st Annual Gem Show; Roseville Rock Rollers Gem & Mineral Society; Roseville (Placer County) Fairgrounds; 800 All America City Blvd., off Washington; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $6, seniors $5 (coupon on Web site), children (12 and under) free; two huge buildings, more than 45 dealers, crystals, beads, gemstones, handcrafted jewelry, gold panning, fossils, meteorites, polished stones, opal, world-class mineral specimens, tourmaline, gold, sunstones, special kids’ activity area, free gem and mineral identification, demonstrations, silent auctions, more than 35 exhibits, raffle, hourly door prizes, lapidary shop open house; contact Gloria Marie, PO Box 1547, Foresthill, CA 95631, (916) 216-1114; e-mail: gloriarosevillerockrollers@gmail.com; Web site: www.rockrollers.com

29-30—COLVILLE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Panorama Gem & Mineral Club; Ag Trade Center; NE Washington Fairgrounds, 317 W. Astor Ave. (at Washington St.); Fri. 8:30-6, Sat. 9-5; free admission; donations for scholarship fund accepted; contact Bill Allen, (509) 936-5847; e-mail: sago@theofficenet.com

30-31—BELLINGHAM, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Mt. Baker Rock & Gem; Bloedel Donovan Community Center; 2214 Electric Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; gold panning, lapidary demonstrations, fluorescent show, rocks, minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, club sales, dealers, door prizes, scholarship raffle, silent auction, exhibits, special kids’ activities; contact Lori Nettles, (360) 961-7873; e-mail: lorinhardy@yahoo.com; Web site: www.mtbakerrockclub.org

30-31—SWEET HOME, OREGON: 65th Annual Rock & Gem Show; Sweet Home Rock & Mineral Society; High School Gym; 1641 Long St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults 50 cents, children (12 and under) free; contact Joe Cota, PO Box 2279, Lebanon, OR 97355, (541) 451-2740

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March 2013 – Wholesale and Trade Shows

March 1, 2013


MARCH 2013



1-3—DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc.; Del Mar Fairgrounds; 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

1-3—SARASOTA, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Frank Cox Productions; Sarasota Municipal Auditorium; 801 N. Tamiami Trail (US 41); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, children (under 16) free; gems, jewelry, crystals, minerals, beads; contact Frank Cox, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com

Intergem Denver

WHEN Friday, March 1 – Sunday, March 3, 2013
WHERE Denver Merchandise Mart, Denver, CO
CONTACT PHONE 301-294-1640
LINK intergem.com

2nd San Jose Whole Bead Show
WHEN Friday, March 1 – Sunday, March 3, 2013
WHERE San Jose Scottish Rite Center, San Jose, CA
CONTACT EMAIL info@wholebead.com
CONTACT PHONE 800-292-2577
LINK wholebead.com

2-3—FORT WORTH, TEXAS: Wholesale and retail show; The Bead Market; Amon Carter Exhibit Hall, Will Rogers Center; 3400 Burnett Tandy Dr.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; beads, Swarovski Elements, gemstone, glass, lampwork, bone, pearls, wire, findings, silver, jewelry, beading and jewelry making supplies; contact Rebekah Wills, (903) 734-3335; e-mail: rebekah@thebeadmarket.net; Web site: www.thebeadmarket.net

Intergem Southfield
WHEN Saturday, March 2 – Sunday, March 3, 2013
WHERE Southfield Municipal Complex Pavilian, Southfield, MI
CONTACT PHONE 301-294-1640
LINK intergem.com
Hong Kong International Jewellery Show
WHEN Tuesday, March 5 – Saturday, March 9, 2013
WHERE Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong
CONTACT EMAIL exhibitions@hktdc.org
CONTACT PHONE +852.2584.4333
LINK hktdc.com…
Intergem – Columbus
WHEN Friday, March 8 – Sunday, March 10, 2013
WHERE Veterans Memorial, Columbus, OH
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com
Intergem – Seattle

WHEN Friday, March 8 – Sunday, March 10, 2013
WHERE Seattle Center, Seattle, WA
LINK intergem.com

8-10—PLEASANTON, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Alameda County Fairgrounds; 4501 Pleasanton Ave.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

Parker Trade Show’s Wholesale Jewelry and Gift Show
WHEN Friday, March 8 – Sunday, March 10, 2013
WHERE San Antonio Event Center, San Antonio, TX
CONTACT EMAIL parkertradeshows@gmail.com
CONTACT PHONE 512.261.4223
LINK www.parkertradeshow.com

9-10—SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS: Wholesale and retail show; The Bead Market; San Antonio Shrine Auditorium; 901 North Loop 1604 W; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; beads, Swarovski Elements, gemstone, glass, lampwork, bone, pearls, silver, findings, wire, books, tools, jewelry, beading and jewelry making supplies; contact Rebekah Wills, (903) 734-3335; e-mail: rebekah@thebeadmarket.net; Web site: www.thebeadmarket.net

Midwest Jewelers Tradeshow
WHEN Saturday, March 9 – Sunday, March 10, 2013
WHERE Monoma Terrace Community & Convention Center, Madison, WI
CONTACT EMAIL arlonmason@midwestjewelerstradeshow.com
CONTACT PHONE 608.513.8160
LINK midwestjewelerstradeshow.com

MJSA Expo – New York
WHEN Sunday, March 10 – Tuesday, March 12, 2013
WHERE Hilton New York, New York, NY
CONTACT EMAIL info@mjsa.org
CONTACT PHONE 401.274.3840
LINK mjsa.org

ANNIVERSARY INTERNATIONAL BALTIC JEWELLERY SHOW “AMBER TRIP”
WHEN Wednesday, March 13 – Saturday, March 16, 2013
WHERE Radisson Blu hotel Lietuva, Conference Centre, 20 Konstitucijos av., Vilnius, Lithuania
CONTACT EMAIL office@ambertrip.com; ad@ambertrip.com
CONTACT PHONE +37052608495
LINK www.ambertrip.com

15-17—RENO, NEVADA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc.; Grand Sierra Resort & Casino; 2500 E. 2nd St.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

Intergem – Pittsburgh
WHEN Friday, March 15 – Sunday, March 17, 2013
WHERE Monroeville Convention Center, Pittsburgh, PA
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com

15-17—TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA: Wholesale and retail show; The Gem Expo; Hyatt Regenecy on King; 370 King St. W, Canada; Fri. 11:30-9, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $4 ($2 discount coupon on Web site), children free; jewelry makers, dealers, jewelry, precious and semiprecious stones, beads, beading supplies and tools, gemstones, minerals, silver jewelry and findings, lampwork artists, mineral education, jewelry making class, demonstrations, silent auction; contact Salim Moorani, 136 Broomlands Dr., Maple, ON, Canada L6A 2K3, (647) 773-9001; e-mail: salim@thegemexpo.com; Web site: www.thegemexpo.com

Intergem – Portland

WHEN Friday, March 15 – Sunday, March 17, 2013
WHERE Lloyd Center Doubletree Hotel, Portland, OR
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com

Gem and Jewellery India International Exhibition 2013
WHEN Saturday, March 16 – Monday, March 18, 2013
WHERE Chennai Trade Centre Chennai, India
CONTACT EMAIL jewellery@ubmindia.com
CONTACT PHONE +91.22.66122600 (608/688)
LINK jewelleryfair.in

16-17—RICHARDSON, TEXAS: Wholesale and retail show; The Bead Market; Richardson Civic Center; 411 W. Arapaho; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; beads, Swarovski Elements, gemstone, glass, lampwork, bone, pearls, gemstone pendants, silver, wire, findings, jewelry, tools, books, beading and jewelry making supplies; contact Rebekah Wills, (903) 734-3335; e-mail: rebekah@thebeadmarket.net; Web site: www.thebeadmarket.net

JAA Brisbane Jewellery Fair
WHEN Sunday, March 17 – Monday, March 18, 2013
WHERE Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Queensland, Australia
CONTACT EMAIL sales@jewelleryfair.com.au
CONTACT PHONE +61.2.9452.7575
LINK brisbanejewellery.com.au

AMBERIF 2013, International Fair of Amber
WHEN Wednesday, March 20 – Saturday, March 23, 2013
WHERE Amber Expo – Exhibition and Convention Centre, Gdansk, Poland
CONTACT EMAIL amberif@mtgsa.com.pl
CONTACT PHONE +4858.55.49.134
LINK ambermart.pl

Istanbul Jewelry Show
WHEN Thursday, March 21 – Sunday, March 24, 2013
WHERE Istanbul Fair Center (CNR Expo) Istanbul
CONTACT EMAIL rotaforte-tr@ubm.com
CONTACT PHONE +90.212.519.0716
LINK ubmrotaforte.com

22-24—INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: 15th Annual Spring Show; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Indiana State Fairgrounds; Agriculture/Horticulture Bldg., 1202 E. 38th St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $5 (3 days), children (under 16) free; beads, pearls, gemstones, wire wrapping, wire sculpture, silversmiths and goldsmiths, custom work and repairs while you wait, door prizes, classes available; contact Van Wimmer Sr., 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

Intergem – Collinsville
WHEN Friday, March 22 – Sunday, March 24, 2013
WHERE Gateway Center, Collinsville, IL
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com

22-24—SANDY, UTAH: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc.; South Towne Expo Center; 9575 S. State St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

Intergem – National Harbor
WHEN Friday, March 22 – Sunday, March 24, 2013
WHERE Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, Oxon Hill, MD
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com

23-24—OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA: Wholesale and retail show; The Bead Market; Oklahoma State Fairgrounds, Expo Hall 3; 3212 Wichita Walk; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admisson; beads, Swarovski Elements, gemstone, glass, bone, lampwork, pearls, gemstone pendants, silver, wire, findings, tools, books, jewelry, beading and jewelry making supplies; contact Rebekah Wills, (903) 734-3335; e-mail: rebekah@thebeadmarket.net; Web site: www.thebeadmarket.net

Montreal Gem Show
WHEN Sunday, March 24 – Wednesday, March 27, 2013
WHERE Place Bonaventure, Montreal, Canada
CONTACT EMAIL info@cgta.org
CONTACT PHONE 800.611.6100
LINK cgta.org

29-31—TACOMA, WASHINGTON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc.; Tacoma Dome; 2727 E. D St.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

Intergem – San Mateo
WHEN Friday, March 29 – Sunday, March 31, 2013
WHERE San Mateo County Event Center, San Mateo, CA
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com



Intergem – Scottsdale
WHEN Friday, March 29 – Sunday, March 31, 2013
WHERE Westworld of Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ
CONTACT PHONE 301.294.1640
LINK intergem.com
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Feb. 23 & 24 – 26th Annual San Francisco Crystal Fair

January 17, 2013

Come to the 26th Anniversary San Francisco Crystal Fair. On the weekend of February 23-24 we are celebrating 26 years of serving San Francisco. The Fort Mason Conference Center will be filled with the merchandise you’ve come to expect over the years – crystals, minerals, beads, jewelry – plus massage, psychic readings, singing bowls, and much more.
The 26th Annual San Francisco Crystal Fair
February 23-24, 2013
Fort Mason Center, Building A
99 Marina Blvd. at Buchanan, San Francisco
Hours: Saturday 10-6; Sunday 10-4
Admission $6.00 ( Children 12 and under free)


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January Show Dates…

January 7, 2013

1-31—QUARTZSITE, ARIZONA: Wholesale and retail show; Desert Gardens RV Park; Desert Gardens RV Park; 1055 Kuehn St.; Mon. 9-dusk, Sun. 9-dusk; free admission; crystals, minerals, rough, polished, jewelry, lapidary equipment; contact Sharon (manager), 1055 Kuehn St., Quartzsite, AZ 85346-2818, (928) 927-6361; e-mail: info@desertgardensrvpark.net; Web site: www.desertgardensrvpark.net

4-6—HILLSBORO, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc.; Washington County Fairgrounds; 873 NE 34th Ave.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

4-6—MESA, ARIZONA: 41st annual show; Flagg Mineral Foundation; Mesa Community College; SW parking lot, US 60 and Dobson; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission; Peralta Stone maps exhibit, fluorescent display, free children’s activities, free samples for children and teachers, more than 100 dealers, crystals, minerals, fossils, club and museum booths; contact Lavone Archer, (480) 969-0483; e-mail: elabasol4@cox.net; Web site: www.flaggshow.info

11-13—LARGO, FLORIDA: Annual show; Pinellas Geological Society; Largo Cultural Center; Parkside Room, 105 Central Park Dr.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; free admission; contact Hugh Sheffield, (727) 894-2440 or (727) 707-3236

11-13—SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc.; Sonoma County Fairgrounds; 1350 Bennett Valley Rd.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

11-13—SARASOTA, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Frank Cox Productions; Sarasota Municipal Auditorium; 801 N. Tamiami Trail (U.S. 41); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $4 (mention listing for $1 off), children (under 16) free; gems, jewelry, crystals, beads; contact Frank Cox, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com

12-13—DELAND, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tomoka Gem & Mineral Society; Volusia County Fairgrounds; Tommy Lawrence Arena, SR 44, 1/2 mile east of Interstate 4 at Exit 118; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults, seniors and students $4, children (12 and under) free; “Fossils and Gems of the Southeast United States”, raffle drawing, door prize, hourly silent auction, kids’ table; contact Francisca Pitts, 19 Reidsville Dr., Palm Coast, FL 32164, (386) 295-2111; e-mail: info@tomokagms.org; Web site: www.tomokagms.org

18-20—DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc.; Del Mar Fairgrounds; 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

18-20—GLOBE, ARIZONA: Annual show; Gila County Gem & Mineral Society; Gila County Fairgrounds; 3 miles northeast of Junction U.S. 60-70; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; adults $3; contact Roy Trobaugh, 738 South St., Globe, AZ 85501, (928) 200-1592; e-mail: splashcopper@yahoo.com; Web site: www.gilagem.com

18-20—ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Frank Cox Productions; Coliseum Ballroom; 535 4th Ave. N; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $5 (mention listing for $1 off), children (under 16) free; gems, jewelry, crystals, minerals, beads; contact Frank Cox, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com

19-20—FREDERICKSBURG, TEXAS: Annual show; Fredericksburg Rockhounds; Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park; Pioneer Pavilion, 1601 S. Hwy. 16; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; hourly door prizes, fossils, geodes, exotic minerals, meteorites, gems, jewelry, findings, “mystery” rock identification; contact Jeff or Brenda Smith, 208 Castle Pines Dr., Kerrville, TX 78028; e-mail: jeffbrenda@ktc.com; Web site: fredericksburgrockhounds.org

19-20—NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS: Wholesale and retail show; Rebekah Wills; New Braunfels Civic Center; 375 Castell Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; beads, Swarovski Elements, gemstones, glass, lampwork, bone, wire, silver, findings, books, tools, jewelry, beading and jewelry making supplies; contact Rebekah Wills, (903) 734-3335; e-mail: rebekah@thebeadmarket.net; Web site: www.thebeadmarket.net

25-27—SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc.; Marin Center; 10 Avenue of the Flags; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7 (3 days), children (11 and under) free; jewelry, gems, beads, crystals, silver, rocks, minerals, more than 70 exhibitors, jewelry repair while you shop; contact Allen Van Volkinburgh, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

25-27—TYLER, TEXAS: Annual show; East Texas Gem & Mineral Society; Tyler Rose Garden Center; 420 Rose Park Dr.; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, students $1, Scouts in uniform free; grand prize drawings, hourly door prizes, silent auction, Wheel of Fortune, showcases, 11 dealers, gemstones, jewelry, fossils, minerals, geodes, lapidary demonstrations; contact Keith Harmon, 8316 Oxford Dr., Tyler, TX 75703, (903) 581-4068; e-mail: keithharmon19@yahoo.com

25-17—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Annual show; Elliot Glasser; Executive Inn; 333 S. Drachman St.; Daily 9-5; free admission; more than 130 showrooms, buy, sell, trade; contact Elliot Glasser, 6060 E. Thomas Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251, (602) 620-3999; e-mail: EGlasser@cox.net; Web site: USGRC@USGRC.BIZ

31-17—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Wholesale and retail show; Eons Expos LLLP; large tent; 22nd St. at Interstate 10; Daily 9-6; free admission; 180 dealers, minerals, fossils, articulated dinosaurs, meteorites, petrified wood, amber, gems, jewelry; contact Christine Perner, (516) 818-1228; e-mail: lowellcarhart@yahoo.com; Web site: www.22ndStreetShow.com

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December 2012: Local Club Shows…

December 4, 2012

December is traditionally a light month for gem shows as most club members are visiting family or have family visiting them…

1-2—ROUND ROCK, TEXAS: 22nd Annual Fossil Fest; Paleontological Society of Austin; Old Settlers Association Headquarters; 3300 Palm Valley Blvd.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; adults $3, students $2, children (under 6) free; Central Texas’ volcanic past, fossils from in and around the Austin area, door prizes, demonstrations, displays, Spin the Wheel of Fossils, fossil Dig Pit, “Paleo Passport” educational quest, dealers, fossils and fossil-related material; contact Suzanne Galligher, PO Box 90791, Austin, TX 78749; e-mail: showchair@austinpaleo.org; Web site: www.austinpaleo.org/fest

7-9—NORCROSS, GEORGIA: Annual show; Mammoth Rock Shows; North Atlanta Trade Center; 1700 Jeurgens Ct.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $4 (three-day pass), students and children free; 50 dealers, mineral and fossil specimens novice collectors, children, high-end collectors and museums, rough rock, gold and silver findings, lapidary tools and equipment, beads, jewelry creations, loose and mounted precious stones, on-site jewelry repairs, hourly drawings, grand door prize; contact Richard Hightower, 7334 Quail Run Rd., Lizella, GA 31052, (800) 720-9624; e-mail: staff@mammothrock.com; Web site: www.mammothrock.com

7-9—SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA: Tailgate Sale; OrangeBelt Gem & Mineral Society; Western Regional Little League Ball Park; 6707 Little League Dr.; Fri. 9-dusk, Sat. 9-dusk, Sun. 9-dusk; free admission; rocks, gems, minerals, jewelry, crafts, tools, rough, slabs, carvings, books, beads, fossils; contact Ken Gard, 205 W. Benedict #8, San Bernardino, CA 92408, (909) 624-1782; e-mail: kengard@roadrunner.com; Web site: OBMSRocks.yolasite.com

8-9—DERIDDER, LOUISIANA: Annual show; DeRidder Gem & Mineral Society; Beauregard Fair Grounds Bldg.; 610 West Dr.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2, children (under 12) free, military with ID free Sun.; hands-on demonstrations, knapping, cabbing, faceting, beading, wire wrapping, rough rock, finished jewelry, silent auction, equipment, Louisiana opal rough, cabs and jewelry; contact Adam Valin, (337) 585-3693

8-9—FRANKLIN, TENNESSEE: Annual show; Mid-Tennessee Gem & Mineral Society; Williamson County AgExpoPark; 4215 Long Ln., I-65 Exit 61; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, students $1, children free; demonstrations, exhibits, silent auction, hourly door prizes, grand prize, more than 30 dealers, beads, crystals, geodes, rough, cabochons, gemstones, finished jewelry, tools, supplies, minerals, fossils; contact John Stanley, 2828 Donna Hill Dr., Nashville, TN 37214, (615) 885-8704; e-mail: show@mtgms.org; Web site: www.MTGMS.org

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November 2012 – Local Club Shows – Open To The Public

October 26, 2012

November 2012

2-4—BLACK CANYON CITY, ARIZONA: 36th annual show & sale; Braggin Rock & High Desert Helpers; High Desert Park; 19001 Jacie Ln.; Fri. 9-4, Sat. 9-4, Sun. 9-4; free admission; dealers, demonstrators, minerals, gemstones, jewelry, fossils, crystals, tools, equipment, books, lapidary supplies, gold panning, cabbing, beading, wire-wrapping, faceting, stone carving, gem setting, raffle, rock identification; contact Don Ingalls, PO Box 212, Black Canyon City, AZ 85324-0212, (623) 374-0202; e-mail: riverdiva@gmail.com

2-4—MONTREAL, , CANADA: Wholesale and retail show; Montreal Gem & Mineral Club; Place Bonaventure; 800 De La Gauchetiere W, Canada; Fri. 12-9; adults $7, seniors $6, students $5, children (under 12) free; contact Willem Verwoerdt, 587 Place Maurice, Laval, PQ, Canada H7X 1M1, (450) 689-2701; e-mail: willem.verwoerdt@videotron.ca; Web site: www.montrealgemmineralclub.ca

3—TUCSON, ARIZONA: 11th annual silent auction; Old Pueblo Lapidary Club; clubhouse; 3118 N. Dale; Sat. 9-2; free admission; contact Danny Hamsen, 8160 E. Broadway, Apt. 12, Tucson, AZ 85710, (520) 721-8452; e-mail: drrock2000@gmail.com; Web site: www.lapidaryclub.org

3-4—AMARILLO, TEXAS: Annual show; Golden Spread Gem & Mineral Society; Amarillo Civic Center; 401 S. Buchanan St., Regency Room, Entrance #4; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, children (under 12) and Scouts or military in uniform free; prehistoric, outer space, Down Under, precious, unusual, cheaps, artifacts, valuables, jewelry, Indian jewelry, beads, fluorescent minerals; contact Wanda Finley, 9170 FM 1151, Claude, TX 79019, (806) 944-5464; e-mail: finfran@midplains.coop

3-4—ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; American Opal Society; White House West Wing Event Center; Hobby City/Adventure City, 1238 S. Beach Blvd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3.50, children (under 15) free; opal and gem dealers from the US, Australia and other countries, rough and cut opals, gemstones, books, jewelry tools and supplies, prize drawing, free opal seminars, free demonstrations, gem cutting, jewelry making, gem carving, wire wrapping, inlay, faceting, cabbing; contact Pete Goetz, (714) 530-3530; e-mail: info@opalsociety.org; Web site: http://opalsciety.org

3-4—BREWER, MAINE: Annual show; Penobscot Mineral & Lapidary Club; Brewer Auditorium; 203 State St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2, children (under 12) free; rocks, minerals, jewelry, beads, door prize, silent auction, raffles, gems, crystals, fluorescent mineral sales and display, kids’ mining cups, Maine minerals; contact James White, 54 Gilbert St., Orono, ME 04473, (207) 866-2546; e-mail: jameshwhite@myfairpoint.net

3-4—CONCORD, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Contra Costa Mineral & Gem Society; Centre Concord; 5298 Clayton Rd., near Ygnacio Valley Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, children (under 16) free with adult; 24 dealers, 26 demonstrators, 60 exhibits, fluorescent room, minerals, gems, jewelry, fossils, crystals, tools, equipment, books, lapidary supplies, gold panning, cabbing, beading, wire-wrapping, faceting, stone carving, gem setting, youth and Scout activities, silent auction, prizes, raffle, rock identification; contact Harry Nichandros, PO Box 4667, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, (925) 289-0454; e-mail: show-rg@ccmgs.org; Web site: ccmgs.org

3-4—EXTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Tuscarora Lapidary Society; CFS, The School at Church Farm; 1001 E. Lincoln Hwy.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, children $1; dealers, finished jewelry, cut and uncut stones, fossils, beads, tools, club member jewelry demonstrations, exhibits, children’s activities, door prizes, discount tickets on Web site; contact Lisa Roman, 24 Upland Rd., Brookhaven, PA 19105, (610) 490-5252; e-mail: information@lapidary.org; Web site: www.lapidary.org

3-4—GREENWICH, CONNECTICUT: 25th annual show and sale; Stamford Mineralogical Society; Eastern Greenwich Civic Center; 90 Harding Rd.; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4:30; adults $6, children (under 12) $1; hourly door prizes, grand prize, kids’ Mini-Mine, geodes sales and cracking, dealers, beads, minerals, jewelry, gemstones, lapidary material, fossils, educational displays; contact Nancy Mattson, PO Box 4148, Stamford, CT 06907, (914) 935-8893; e-mail: ngm11@msn.com; Web site: thttp://stamfordmineralsociety.org

3-4—LANCASTER, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Palmdale Gem & Mineral Club; Antelope Valley Fairgrounds; 2551 W. Ave. H; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; dealers, displays, Dino Show; contact Cheri George, PO Box 900279, Palmdale, CA 93590, (562) 243-8470; e-mail: pgmc@antelcom.net; Web site: www.palmdalegemandmineral.com

3-4—MELBOURNE, FLORIDA: Annual show; Canaveral Mineral & Gem Society; Melbourne Auditorium; 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, children (under 12) free; jewelry, demonstrations, minerals, beads, fossils, gems, gold, silver, tools, books, children’s activities, door prizes; contact Joe David, 2145 Sans Souci Ave., Plan Bay, FL 32909; e-mail: JOE_DAVID@ME.COM

3-4—MIDLAND, TEXAS: 50th annual show; Midland Gem & Mineral Society; Midland Center; 105 N. Main St., corner of Wall and Main; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, students (6-18) $1, children (5 and under) free; dealers, demonstrations, exhibits, silent auction, kids’ corner, geode cutting, fluorescent mineral room; contact Tom Wurster, PO Box 5043, Midland, TX 79704, (432) 682-6258 or (432) 230-2566; e-mail: show@midlandgemandmineral.org; Web site: www.midlandgemandmineral.org

3-4—PHOENIX, ARIZONA: Retail show; Sharon Szymanski and Val Latham; El Zaribah Shriner’s Auditorium; 552 N. 40th St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $3, children (under 12) free with adult; dealers, fine and costume jewelry, fossils, minerals, rough slabs, cabachons, crystals, copper, beads, lapidary equipment and supplies, wirewrappers; contact Sharon Szymanski, 1792 E. Laddoos Ave., San Tan Valley, AZ 85140, (480) 215-9101; e-mail: goldcanyon2@yahoo.com

3-4—SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; San Diego Mineral & Gem Society; Al Bahr Shrine; 5440 Kearny Mesa Rd.; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; free gem identification, more than 12, more than 40 exhibits, demonstrators, faceting, lost wax casting, silver chain making, sphere making, wire wrapping, Junior’s booth, club sales, slabs, books, magazines, door prizes, field trip information; contact Bob Hancock, (619) 889-6886; e-mail: rhbobhancock@cs.com; Web site: www.sdmg.org

3-4—STURTEVANT, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Racine Geological Society; Fountain Banquet Hall; 8505 Durand Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; hourly silent auctions and raffles, club displays, dealers, rocks, minerals, gems; contact John Lowman, 3223 Spruce St., Racine, WI 53403, (262) 554-5370; Web site: rgs-wi.tripod.com/

9-11—ANCHORAGE, ALASKA: Annual show; Chugach Gem & Mineral Club, Alaska Miners Association; Sheraton Anchorage Hotel; 401 E. 6th Ave., 2nd floor; Fri. 5-9, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-4; free admission; displays, talks, demonstrations, dealers, rocks, minerals, jewelry, books, kids’ activities; contact Anita Williams, (907) 345-2541; e-mail: awilliam@alaska.net

9-11—HUMBLE, TEXAS: Annual show; Houston Gem & Mineral Society; Humble Civic Center; 8233 Will Clayton Pkwy.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7, seniors and students $6, children (under 12) free; contact Sigrid Stewart, (281) 530-0942; e-mail: sigrid.stewart@gmail.com; Web site: www.hgms.org

9-11—LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY: Annual show; Kyana Geological Society; Resurrection Lutheran Church; 4205 Gardiner View Ave.; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 12-6; free admission; “Amazing Geodes”, jewelry, gems, beads, rough rock, crystals, agates, fossils, children’s activities; contact Charlie Oldham, 7405 W. Highway 22, Crestwood, KY 40014

9-11—ORLANDO, FLORIDA: Annual show; Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society; Central Florida Fairgrounds; 4603 W. Colonial Dr.; Fri. 1-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, students $2 (discount coupon on Web site), children free; demonstrations, cabochon cutting, faceting, wire wrapping, 30-minute auctions, kids’ table, sluice mining for gems, hourly door prizes, gems, minerals, beads, metaphysical stones, fossils, Scout merit badges; contact Gordon Oakley, 5032 Lido St., Orlando, FL 32807, (407) 592-4358; e-mail: cfmgsociety@gmail.com; Web site: www.cfmgs.org

9-11—PASCAGOULA, MISSISSIPPI: Wholesale and retail show; Mississippi Gulf Coast Gem & Mineral Society; Jackson County Fairgrounds; Civic Center Bldg.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, three-day pass $5, students free with ID, children free with adult; mineral displays. rock food display, educational demonstrators, more than 20 dealers, gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry; contact Bill La Rue, 312 Pine Dr., Ocean Springs, MS 39564, (228) 229-8781; e-mail: wildbill2736@att.net

9-11—PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON: 8th annual South Sound Gem, Opal & Mineral Show; The Northwest Opal Association and Cascade Mineralogical Society; Puyallup Fairgrounds Expo Hall; Meridian St. S. and 9th Ave. SW; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $4, children (under 12) free; contact Lyle Jorgensen, (425) 483-0557; e-mail: mechanix@comcast.net

9-11—SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA: Fall West Coast Gem & Mineral Show; Martin Zinn Expositions LLC; Holiday Inn – Orange County Airport; 2726 S. Grand Ave.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; 80 retail and wholesale dealers; contact Martin Zinn Expositions, PO Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004-0665; e-mail: mzexpos@gmail.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com

10—RICHMOND, VIRGINIA: Swap; Richmond Gem & Mineral Society; Ridge Baptist Church Meeting Hall; 1515 E. Ridge Rd.; Sat. 9-3; free admission; swap, mineral dealers, reserve tables from Andy Dietz, dietziv@yahoo.com, or Bob Simon, dino_safaris@yahoo.com; contact Murray Rosenberg, (804) 740-0019; Web site: www.rgms-va.info

10—VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA: Show and sale; Vallejo Gem & Mineral Society; Vallejo Vets Bldg.; 420 Admiral Callaghan Ln.; Sat. 9-5; adults $1, children (under 14) free with adult; rocks, beads, jewelry, fossils, crystals, meteorites, crafts; contact Dan Wolke, 255 Essex Way, Benicia, CA 94510, (707) 745-1816; e-mail: dncwolke@sbcglobal.net

10-11—EDMONDS, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Maplewood Rock & Gem Club; Maplewood Clubhouse; 8802 196th St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; display cases, demonstrations, free rock for kids, hourly raffles, games; contact Lauryn MacGregor, 3507 172nd St. SW, Lynnwood, WA 98037; e-mail: little-toad@att.net; Web site: www.maplewoodrockclub.com

10-11—FREEPORT, ILLINOIS: Show and sale; Northwest Illinois Rock Club; Highland College Student/Conference Center; 2998 W. Pearl City Rd.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; donation requested; fossils, minerals, gemstones, beads, jewelry, gift items, club displays, lapidary demonstrations, children’s area, geode opening, guest speakers; contact Brian Green, PO Box 396, Warren, IL 61087, (815) 745-2228; e-mail: bgreen57@hotmail.com; Web site: http://nwilrockclubfrpt.blogspot.com

10-11—GAITHERSBURG, MARYLAND: 56th semi-annual show and sale; Bead Society of Greater Washington; Bohrer Park Activity Center; 506 S. Frederick Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; adults $7, children (under 12) free; beads, ancient, antique and modern findings, tribal and contemporary designer jewelry; contact Teresa Schwab/BSGW, (202) 624-4500; e-mail: BazaarBSGW@hotmail.com; Web site: www.bsgw.org/bazaar.html

10-11—LAKE HAVASU CITY, ARIZONA: 43rd annual show and sale, ; Lake Havasu Gem & Mineral Society; Aquatic Center; 100 Park Ave.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; displays, minerals, fossils, handcrafted jewelry and gemstones, jewelry crafting demonstrations, dealers, hobby supplies, finished jewelry, Christmas decorations; contact Harry Kilb, 3411 Tomahawk Dr., Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406, (928) 855-1630; e-mail: hmkilb@frontier.com; Web site: www.lakehavasugms.org

10-11—MIAMI, FLORIDA: Retail show; Miami Mineralogical & Lapidary Guild; Miami Science Museum; 3280 S. Miami Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; museum admission $14.95; contact Violet Ventura-Brown, (305) 460-2244; Web site: www.mmlg-inc.org

10-11—NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Annual show; New York Mineralogical Society; Holiday Inn Midtown Manhattan; 440 W. 57th St., between 9th Ave. and 10th Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $6, children (under 12) free with adult; contact Tony Nikischer, (914) 739-1134; Web site: www.excaliburmineral.com

10-11—SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: 76th annual show; Sacramento Mineral Society; Scottish Rite Temple; 6151 H St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, children (12 and under) free; crystals, fossils, beads, gemstones, meteorites, jade, gold, prize drawings, auctions, demonstrations, exhibits, kids’ area, $1-off coupon on Web site; contact Stanley Henneman, (916) 363-5011; e-mail: lakota27@sbcglobal.net; Web site: www.sacramentomineralsociety.org

10-11—SEDRO WOOLLEY, WASHINGTON: Annual Treasures of the Earth show; Skagit Rock & Gem Club; Sedro Woolley Community Center; 720 State St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; door prizes, displays, demonstrators, dealers, children’s activities, silent auction, scholarship raffle; contact David Britten, PO Box 244, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, (360) 755-0741

10-11—YUBA CITY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Sutter Buttes Gem & Mineral Society; Yuba-Sutter Fairgrounds; 442 Franklin Ave.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; dealers, exhibits, jewelry, demonstrations, youth activities, rock auction; contact Sutter Buttes Gem & Mineral Society, PO Box 269, Marysville, CA 95901; e-mail: show@sutterbuttes.net; Web site: http://sutterbuttes.net/Show.html

16-18—COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Columbia (SC) Gem & Mineral Society; Jamil Temple; 206 Jamil Rd., I-26 Exit 106A; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; adults $4, children (12 and under) and all military free; jewelry, beads, loose stones, fossils, minerals, gold, silver, tools, geodes sold and cut, club member rock collection exhibits, lapidary demonstrations; contact Sue Shrader, PO Box 6333, Columbia, SC 29260, (803) 736-9317; e-mail: ashrader@mindspring.com; Web site: www.cgams.org

16-18—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Cobb County Gem & Mineral Society; Cobb County Civic Center; 548 S. Marietta Pkwy.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; mineral and fossil displays, faceting and cabbing demonstrations, mineral identification classes, fluorescent mineral room display, hourly door prizes; contact Mary Ingram, (404) 915-3588; e-mail: mandmingram@gmail.com; Web site: www.cobbcountymineral.org

17-18—BREMERTON, WASHINGTON: Annual show, ; Kitsap Mineral & Gem Society; Kitsap County Fairgrounds; President’s Hall, 1200 NW Fairgrounds Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; contact Dave Reimers, PO Box 3342, Silverdale, WA 98383, (360) 731-4198

17-18—FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA: Annual show; Northern Virginia Mineral Club; George Mason University; 4400 University Dr., Student Union Bldg. II (The Hub); Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, seniors and students $3, children free; more than 20 dealers, minerals, fossils, crystals, gems, jewelry, carvings, meteorites, demonstrations, exhibits, door prizes, silent auction, kids’ mini-mines, fossil dig; contact Tom Taaffe, (703) 281-3767; e-mail: rockcllctr@aol.com; Web site: www.novamineralclub.org

17-18—LEBANON, PENNSYLVANIA: Show and sale, “Gem Miner’s Holiday Festival”; Mid-Atlantic Gem & Jewelry Association; Lebanon Expo Center; Rte. 72 and Rocherty Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-4; adults $5, children (under 12) free; gems, jewelry, minerals, fossils, beads, gift & craft items; contact Teresa Schwab/MAGMA, (301) 565-0487; Web site: www.gem-show.com

17-18—LIVERMORE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Livermore Valley Lithophiles; The ‘BARN’; 3131 Pacific Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, children (12 and under) free; contact William Beiriger, PO Box 626, Livermore, CA 94551-0626, (925) 443-5769; e-mail: info@lithophiles.com; Web site: www.lithophiles.com

17-18—MADISON, WISCONSIN: Show and sale; Madison Gem & Mineral Club; Alliant Energy Center, Exhibition Hall; 1919 Alliant Energy Way; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, children (12 and under) free; jewelry, crystals, rough rock, specimens, fossils, arrowhead knapping demonstration, gold and sapphire panning, crystal and jewelry exhibits; contact Richard Zweifel, 3633 Ice Age Dr., Madison, WI 53719, (608) 206-4981; e-mail: zweifel@chorus.net

17-18—WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Annual show; Gem & Mineral Society of the Palm Beaches; South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center; 9067 Southern Blvd.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7, two-day pass $10, children (under 12) free; crystals, minerals, fossils, gems, beads, unique and custom jewelry, lapidary supplies, lapidary and jewelry making demonstrations, gem mining, fossil dig, exhibits, demonstrations, door prizes, scholarship fundraiser; contact Barbara Ringhiser, (561) 588-5458; e-mail: bar5678@aol.com; Web site: www.gemandmineral.cc

23-25—MOBILE, ALABAMA: Annual show; Mobile Rock & Gem Society; Abba Temple Shrine; 7701 Hitt Rd.; Fri. 2-7, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, children (under 12) free; contact Jim Patterson, (251) 510-8528; e-mail: jimandde@mobis.com

23-25—SALEM, VIRGINIA: Annual show; Roanoke Valley Mineral & Gem Society; Salem Civic Center; 1001 Boulevard; Fri. 2-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; adults $4 (3-day pass), children (16 and under) free; contact Carol Mesimer, 3214 Fleming Ave., Roanoke, VA 24012

30-2—EL PASO, TEXAS: Annual show; El Paso Mineral & Gem Society; El Maida Shrine Auditorium; 6331 Alabama; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, seniors $2, children (under 12) free; gems, minerals, fossils, beads, jewelry, tools, books, equipment, geode cutting, silent auction, demonstrations; contact Jeannette Carrillo, 4100 Alameda Ave., El Paso, TX 79905, (915) 533-7153; e-mail: gemcenter@aol.com

30-2—SPRING HILL, FLORIDA: Annual show; Withlacoochee Rockhounds; Suncoast Dance & Party Center; 13383 County Line Rd.; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; adults $3, teens $1, children (12 and under) free; minerals, gemstones, fossils, artifacts, handcrafted jewelry, lapidary equipment, replica of Aaron’s Breastplate, Famous Diamonds of the World display; contact Ralph Barber, (352) 200-6852

SOURCE:  Rock & Gem Magazine  http://www.rockngem.com

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