Last updated December 1, 2008
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DECEMBER 2008:
5-7--EL PASO, TEXAS: Show; El Paso Mineral & Gem Society; El Maida Auditorium, 6331 Alabama; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults and students $3, seniors $2, children under 12 free with adult; gems, minerals, fossils, beads, silver jewelry, tools and equipment, geode cutting, silent auction, demonstrations, door prizes; contact Jeannette Carrillo, 4100 Alameda Ave., El Paso, TX 79905, (915) 533-7153; e-mail: gemcenter@aol.com
5-7--INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: Show and sale, "Gemstreet USA"; Strieter Productions Inc.; Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 E. 38 St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7 (three days), seniors and students $5 (three days), children under 12 free; 10-Year Anniversary bracelet drawing, vendors, jewelry, minerals, fossils, gemstones, beads, jewelry-making supplies, hourly door prizes; contact Jane Strieter Smith, P.O. Box 770680, Lakewood, OH 44107, (216) 521-4367; e-mail: janestrietersmith@ohiocoxmail.com; Web site: www.gemstreetusa.com
5-7--MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA: 38th annual show; Montgomery Gem & Mineral Society; Garrett Coliseum, 1555 Federal Dr.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; free admission; Students' Day Fri., door prizes; contact Jane Barkley, 740 N. Georgetown Dr., Montgomery, AL 36109, (334) 277-2722; e-mail: janieb740@yahoo.com; Web site: www.montgomerygemandmineralsociety.org
5-7--SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA: Show, "The New Jewelry, Gem, Bead & Mineral Show"; High Sierra Investment Group Inc.; Marin County Fairgrounds, 10 Avenue of the Flags; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, seniors and students $3, children free; seminar on "How and Where to Pan for Gold," certified gemologist and appraiser on duty; contact Gerald Fisher, 20385 Pahute Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92308, (760) 961-2728; e-mail: gefisher39@aol.com; Web site: highsierrainvestments.net
5-7--SPRING HILL, FLORIDA: 34th annual show; Withlacoochee Rockhounds; Slovene American Club, 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, demonstrations, handcrafted jewelry, lapidary equipment, gem and mineral auction, Aaron's Breastplate replica, famous diamond replicas; contact Jerry Johnson, 387 Martina Dr., Spring Hill, FL 34609, (352) 688-7810; e-mail: Hisnibs@earthlink.net
6-7--ARCATA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "The 3rd Northwest Crystal Ball"; The Northwest Crystal Conservatory; The Portugese Hall, 1185 11th St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; adults $2, children free; contact Jeffrey Wigginton, 3144 Broadway, Suite 4159, Eureka, CA 95501; e-mail: rift1976@yahoo.com
12-14--COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; OC Fair & Event Center/Bldg. 10, 88 Fair Dr.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
12-14--DENVER, COLORADO: Show, "New Jewelry, Gem, Bead & Mineral Show"; High Sierra Investment Group Inc.; Denver Merchandise Mart, 451 E. 58th Ave.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, seniors and students $3, children free; free seminar on "How and Where to Pan for Gold," certified gemologist and appraiser on duty; contact Gerald Fisher, 20385 Pahute Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92308, (760) 961-2728; e-mail: gefisher39@aol.com; Web site: highsierrainvestments.net
12-14--LONGMONT, COLORADO: Annual show; Flatirons Mineral Club; Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibit Bldg., 9595 Nelson Rd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, children free with paid adult; 15 dealers, gems, rocks, minerals, jewelry, lapidary equipment, exhibits, demonstrations, speakers, classes in wire-wrap, bead-stringing, silversmithing, kids' gold panning, scavenger hunt, mineral identification game, and dig site; in conjunction with the Boulder Model Railroad Club Annual Show Dec. 13-14; contact John Hurst, 2863 Nebrina Pl., Boulder, CO 80301, (303) 443-7885; e-mail: john.hurst2@comcast.net; Web site: http://bcn.boulder.co.us/community/fmc/
12-15--SHARONVILLE, OHIO: Show, "Gemstreet USA"; Strieter Productions Inc.; Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Rd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7 (three days), seniors and students $5 (three days), children under 12 free; 10-Year Anniversary bracelet drawing, vendors, jewelry, gemstones, minerals, fossils, beads, jewelry-making supplies, books and videos, hourly door prizes; contact Jane Strieter Smith, P.O. Box 770680, Lakewood, OH 44107, (216) 521-4367; e-mail: janestrietersmith@ohiocoxmail.com; Web site: www.gemstreetusa.com
13-14--NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: 28th annual show, "Earth Treasures"; Tennessee State Fairgrounds; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, students (12-17) $1, children 12 and under free; more than 30 dealers, jewelry, gems, beads, minerals, fossils, collectibles, tools, equipment, silent auction, demonstrations, door prizes; contact John Stanley, (615) 885-5704; e-mail: jstanley@picagroup.com; or Steve Henegar, (615) 896-1472; e-mail: stevehenegar@bellsouth.net; Web site: www.mtgms.com
13-14--NORCROSS, GEORGIA: Show, "North Atlanta Gem, Mineral, Fossil, & Jewelry Show"; Mammoth Rock Shows LLC; North Atlanta Trade Center, 1700 Jeurgens Ct.; Sat. 9-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, under 16 free; more than 45 dealers, grand drawing Sun., fossils, gemstones, jewelry, beads, rough rock, lapidary tools, mineral specimens; contact Richard & Janice Hightower, 7334 Quail Run Rd., Lizella, GA 31052, (478) 935-9345; e-mail: staff@mammothrock.com; Web site: www.mammothrock.com
13-14--SHEBOYGAN FALLS, WISCONSIN: 4th annual show; The Glacial Drifters Geologic Society; Municipal Bldg., 375 Buffalo St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2, students $1, 12 and under free; jewelry, minerals, rocks, fossils; contact Kevin, (920) 980-6413; e-mail: Earthprospect@verizon.net; or Richard, (920) 207-4405; e-mail: Richgall@yahoo.com
19-21--GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA: 36th show; Greensboro Gem & Mineral Club; Greensboro Coliseum, 1425 W. Lee St.; Fri. 2-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; adults $3, seniors $1, children free; geode cutting, demonstrations, hourly door prizes, free geodes; contact Joe Maguire, 3501 Geovanni Way, Greensboro, NC 27410, (336) 288-7452; e-mail: joe.maguire@tac.com; Web site: www.GGMC-rockhounds.com
19-21--SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; Scottish Rite Center, 1895 Camino del Rio S; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
19-21--VENTURA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "New Jewelry, Gem, Bead,& Mineral Show"; High Sierra Investment Group Inc.; Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, seniors and students $3, children free; free seminar on "How and Where to Pan for Gold," certified gemologist and appraiser on duty; contact Jerry Fisher, 20385 Pahute Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92308, (760) 961-2728; e-mail: gefisher39@aol.com; Web site: highsierrainvestments.net
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JANUARY 2009:
2-4--SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Sonoma County Fairgrounds/Grace Pavilion, 1350 Bennett Valley Rd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
2-11--QUARTZSITE, ARIZONA: Show, "Tyson Wells Rock & Gem Show"; Tyson Wells Enterprises Inc.; Tyson Wells Show Grounds, 100 W. Kuehn St.; 9-5 daily; free admission; contact Kym Scott, P.O. Box 60, Quartzsite, AZ 85346, (928) 927-6364; e-mail: tysonwells@tds.net; Web site: www.tysonwells.com
3-4--ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA: 30th show; Frank Cox Productions; The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave., #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com
9-11--DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Del Mar Fairgrounds/Exhibit Hall, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
9-11--MESA, ARIZONA: Show, "Flagg Gem & Mineral Show"; Arizona Mineral and Mining Museum Foundation; Mesa Community College, northeast corner of US 60 and Dobson Rd.; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission; free activities and samples for children and teachers, more than 80 dealers, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, special displays, including the famous Peralta Stones; contact Ray Grant, (480) 814-9086; e-mail: raycyn@cox.net
9-11--POMONA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "The New Jewelry, Gem, Bead & Mineral Show"; High Sierra Investment Group Inc.; LA Fairgrounds Fairplex, Bldg. 5, 1101 W. McKinley Ave.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, seniors and students $3, children free; door prizes, gold-panning specialist and certified gemologist and appraiser on hand; contact High Sierra Investment Group Inc., 20385 Pahute Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92308, (702) 869-0269; e-mail: GEFisher39@aol.com; Web site: www.HighSierraInvestments.net
9-11--SARASOTA, FLORIDA: 187th show; Frank Cox Productions; Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Tr. (Hwy. 41); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave., #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com
10-11--DELAND, FLORIDA: 38th annual show and sale; Tomoka Gem & Mineral Society; Volusia County Fairgrounds, Tommy Lawrence Bldg., 11 miles west of Daytona on I-4, Deland exit #118; adults $4, children 12 and under free; more than 40 southeastern U.S. exhibitors, lapidary arts exhibits, gemstone faceting, children's table, hourly door prizes, silent auction, turquoise; contact Mike Cunningham, 236 Deportivo Dr., St. Augustine, FL 32086, (904) 797-6862; e-mail: Cunningm80@msn.com; www.tomokagms.com
16-18--BRADENTON, FLORIDA: 18th show; Frank Cox Productions; Bradenton Auditorium, 100 10th St. W (downtown); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave., #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com
16-18--HILLSBORO, OREGON: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Washington County Fairgrounds, 873 N.E. 34th Ave.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
16-18--LARGO, FLORIDA: 33rd annual show and sale; Pinellas Geological Society; Largo Cultural Center, Parkside Room, 105 Central Park Dr., off E. Bay Dr., one block east of Seminole Blvd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; cut gems, silver and gold jewelry, inlay work, intarsia, wire wrap, beading cabochons, mineral eggs, rocks, minerals; contact Hugh Sheffield, 2440 Southshore Dr. SE, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, (727) 894-2440
16-25--QUARTZSITE, ARIZONA: Show, "Tyson Wells Sell-A-Rama"; Tyson Wells Enterprises Inc.; Tyson Wells Show Grounds, 100 W. Kuehn St.; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5, Mon. 9-5, Tue. 9-5; free admission; contact, Kym Scott, P.O. Box 60, Quartzsite, AZ 85346, (928) 927-6364; e-mail: tysonwells@tds.net; Web site: www.tysonwells.com
17-18--DELAND, FLORIDA: 38th annual show and sale; Tomoka Gem & Mineral Society; Volusia County Fairgrounds; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; jewelry, gems, minerals, fossils; contact Mike Cunningham, 236 Deportivo Dr., St. Augustine, FL 32086, (904) 797-6862; e-mail: Cunningm80@msn.com; Web site www.Tomokagms.org
17-18--FREDERICKSBURG, TEXAS: Show, "Hill Country Gem & Mineral Show"; Fredericksburg Rockhounds; Pioneer Pavilion, Hwy. 16 S, Lady Bird Johnson Park; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; free hourly door prizes, raffle drawings, child-friendly demonstrations, displays, merchandise; contact John Crone, 716 Agave Ct., Fredericksburg, TX 78624; e-mail: jcrone@austin.rr.com; Web site: www.fredericksburgrockhounds.org
23-25--BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA: Show, "The New Jewelry, Gem, Bead & Mineral Show"; High Sierra Investment Group Inc.; Bakersfield Convention Center, 515 Truxtum Ave.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, seniors and students $3, children free; door prizes, gold-panning specialist and certified gemologist and appraiser on hand; contact High Sierra Investment Group Inc., 20385 Pahute Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92308, (702) 869-0269; e-mail: GEFisher39@aol.com; Web site: www.HighSierraInvestments.net
23-25--ROSEVILLE, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Placer County Fairgrounds, 800 All America City Blvd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
24-25--VENICE, FLORIDA: 35th annual show; Gulf Coast Mineral, Fossil & Gem Club; Venice Community Center, 300 S. Nokomis Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; admission $4; contact Ralph and Eileen Marble, (941) 922-2135
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JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2009:
30-1--SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Marin Center/Exhibit Hall, 10 Avenue of the Flags; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
31-1--PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA: 18th annual show; Panama City Gem & Mineral Society; Bay County Fairgrounds, U.S. 98 (15th St.) and Sherman Ave.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; exhibits, door prizes, gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, lapidary arts, wire wrapping, silversmithing; contact Al Zar, c/o Ruth Alldredge, Publicity, 316 Cherry St. #38, Panama City, FL 32401, (850) 784-0740; e-mail: Aquezpie@aol.com
31-14--TUCSON, ARIZONA: Show, "Arizona Mineral & Fossil Show"; Martin Zinn Expositions; The InnSuites Hotel, 475 N. Granada, and The Mineral & Fossil Marketplace, 1333 N. Oracle Rd., and Quality Inn, 1025 E. Benson Highway, and Ramada Ltd., 665 N. Freeway; 10-6 daily; free admission; more than 400 dealers from all over the world, free shuttle bus to other shows, Artists' Gallery at the InnSuites Hotel; contact Martin Zinn Expositions, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004-0665, fax (505) 867-0073; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com
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FEBRUARY 2009:
2-9--TUCSON, ARIZONA: Show, "Bead Renaissance Show"; J&J Promotions LLC; 3340 E. Michigan, next to the Holidome and Gem Mall; Mon. 10-6, Tue. 10-6, Wed. 10-6, Thu. 10-9, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6; contact J&J Promotions LLC, P.O. Box 420, Williamsburg, NM 87942, (575) 894-1293; e-mail: info@beadshow.com; Web site: www.beadshow.com
13-15--FORT MYERS, FLORIDA: 49th show; Frank Cox Productions; Harborside Convention Center, 100 10th St. W. (downtown); Fri. 1-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave., #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com
13-15--MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA: 32nd annual show, "Symphony of Gemstones"; Central Brevard Rock & Gem Club; Kiwanis Island Park, 950 Kiwanis Park Rd.; Fri. 1–6, Sat. 105, Sun. 10-5; admission $3; rough and cut gems, minerals, fine jewelry, equipment, supplies, books, beads, exhibits, demonstrations; contact LaVerne Dewey, 2175 Heron Dr., Merritt Island, FL 32952, (321) 453-5594; e-mail: bdewey@cfl.rr.com
13-15--MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; free admission; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
13-15--SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, 1855 Main St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
13-22--INDIO, CALIFORNIA: Show; San Gorgonio Mineral & Gem Society; Riverside County Fairgrounds, Gem & Mineral Bldg., 46-350 Arabica St.; 10-10 daily; county fair and National Date Festival; contact Bert Grisham, (951) 849-1674
14-15--OAK HARBOR, WASHINGTON: 44th annual show, "Sweetheart of Gems"; Whidbey Island Gem Club; Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 S.E. Jerome St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; contact Keith Ludemann, (360) 675-1837; e-mail: rock9@whidbey.net
20-21--ANTIOCH, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Treasures of the Earth 2009"; Antioch Lapidary Club; Contra Costa County Fairgrounds, 1201 W. 10th St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, active military with ID and spouse, Scouts in uniform, and children 12 and under free; lapidary demonstrations, dealers, faceted stones, lapidary tools, findings, hand-made jewelry, rocks, beads, supplies, opals, fossils, minerals; contact Ellen Bauer, 130 Viking Way, Pittsburg, CA 94565, (925) 458-2539; e-mail: ebauer_lapidary@yahoo.com; Web site: http://antiochlapidaryclub.tripod.com
20-22--SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Earl Warren Showgrounds/Exhibit Hall, 3400 Calle Real; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
21--AUBURNDALE, FLORIDA: 5th annual show and sale; Imperial Bone Valley Gem, Mineral & Fossil Society; Auburndale Beach Club, 321 Ramsgate Rd., on Lake Ariana; Sat. 10-5; free admission; children's Sand Box, demonstrations, raffle, silent auction; contact Jim Reed, 5740 Hebron Ln., Lakeland, FL 33812, (863) 644-6665; e-mail: rocks57@tampabay.rr.com; Web site: www.bonevalley.net
21-22--ALBANY, NEW YORK: 16th annual James Campbell Memorial Gem, Mineral, and Fossil show and sale; New York State Academy of Mineralogy, Capital District Mineral Club; 4th floor, Museum at the Empire State Plaza, Madison Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; admission $6, includes New York State Flower Show; more than 20 mineral and fossil dealers, geological lectures, staff on hand to identify minerals and fossils; contact Michael Hawkins, Geology Collections Manager, (518) 486 2911 or (518) 473 7154; e-mail: mhawkins@mail.nysed.gov
21-22--EVERETT, WASHINGTON: 56th annual show; Everett Rock & Gem Club; Washington National Guard Armory, 2730 Oakes Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Fritz Mack, P.O. Box 1615, Everett, WA 98206, (425) 232-0809
21-22--PASADENA, TEXAS: Show; Clear Lake Gem & Mineral Society; Pasadena Convention Center, 7902 Fairmont Pkwy.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, students $1, children free; contact Al Pennington, (281) 481-1591; e-mail: clgms2009@hotmail.com; Web site: www.hawkwindnovels.com/page2.html
21-22--PLAINVIEW, TEXAS: 47th annual show; Hi Plains Gem & Mineral Society; Ollie Liner Center, south I-27; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, students $1; dealers, demonstrators, door prizes, silent auction, kids' wheel; contact Mildred Matlock, 701 Zephyr, Plainview, TX 79072, (806) 293-3476, (806) 293-3476; e-mail: jmmatlock@suddenlink.net
21-22--WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Show; Frank Cox Productions; South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd. (Hwy. 29); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave., #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com
27-28--NORTHRIDGE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show, "GEMboree"; The Del Air Rockhounds; United Methodist Church, 9650 Reseda Blvd.; Fri. 3-9:30, Sat. 10-5; free admission; educational activities, demonstrations, games, exhibits, beads, gems, jewelry, minerals, fossils, silent auction, tools, books, boutique, plants; contact Julie Marin, (818) 886-7190; e-mail: DelAirRockhounds@gmail.com; Web site: http://delairrockhounds.blogspot.com
27-29--COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; OC Fair & Event Center/Bldg. 10, 88 Fair Dr.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
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FEBRUARY-MARCH 2009:
27-1--MELBOURNE, FLORIDA: Show; Frank Cox Productions; Melbourne Auditorium, 625 Hibiscus Blvd.; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave., #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com
28-1--BOISE, IDAHO: Annual show; Idaho Gem Club; Expo Idaho Glenwood & Chinden; Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils; contact Charlie Smith, P.O. Box 1264, Riggins, ID 83711, (208) 628-4002; e-mail: info@idahogemclub.com; Web site: www.idahogemclub.com
28-1--SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA: Show, "The Great San Francisco Crystal Fair"; Pacific Crystal Guild; Fort Mason Center, Bldg. A, Laguna and Marina Blvd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $6, children under 12 free; gems, jewelry, crystals, beads, psychics; contact Jerry Tomlinson, (415) 383-7837; e-mail: sfxtl@earthlink.net; Web site: www.crystalfair.com
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MARCH 2009:
6-8--DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Del Mar Fairgrounds/Exhibit Hall, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
6-8--HAYWARD, CALIFORNIA: Annual show and sale; Mineral & Gem Society of Castro Valley; Centennial Hall, 22292 Foothill Blvd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; adults $6 (3 day pass), children under 12 free with adult; more than 40 dealers, 8 lapidary demonstrators, fluorescent rock exhibit; rare ice age fossils, live auction, door prizes, movie, $1 off admission with Web site flier; contact Larry Ham, P.O. Box 2145, Castro Valley, CA 94546, (510) 887-9007; e-mail: showchair@mgscv.org; Web site: www.mgscv.org
6-8--LARGO, FLORIDA: 40th annual show; Suncoast Gem & Mineral Society; Minnreg Bldg., 6340126th Ave. N.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, students $4, children under 6 free; continuous working demonstrations, bead stringing, wire craft, gem cutting, door prizes, exhibits; contact Bill Schmidt, 3939 Porpoise Dr. SE, St. Petersburg, FL 33711, (727) 822-8279; e-mail: sujagems@aol.com; Web site: www.sgams.com
6-8--RICHMOND, INDIANA: 36th annual show; Eastern Indiana Gem & Geological Society; Wayne County Fairgrounds, 861 N. Salisbury Rd.; gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; contact John LaMont, (765) 647-4894 or (765) 647-4503
6-8--SARASOTA, FLORIDA: 188th show; Frank Cox Productions; Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Tr. (Hwy. 41); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave., #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com
7-8--BIG SPRING, TEXAS: 40th annual show; Big Spring Prospectors Club; Howard County Fair Barn; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; dealers, demonstrators; contact Jerald Wilson, 707 Tulane, Big Spring, TX 79720, (432) 263-4662
7-8--CALDWELL, IDAHO: Show, "Gems Are Fine for 2009"; Owyhee Gem & Mineral Society; O'Connor Field House, 2200 Blaine; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; dealers, displays, black light, silent auction table, wheel of gems, sand dig, rock bags, grand prize, demonstrators, door prizes; contact Tom Rogers, 208-465-5529; e-mail: lmr_tmr@safelink.net; Web site: www.owyheerocks.com
7-8--ISSAQUAH, WASHINGTON: Annual show; East Kingco Rock Club; Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave. NW; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; dealers, Northwest gems, jewelry, rocks, beads, artisans, demonstrations, silent auction, kids' games and activities, door prizes, raffle; contact Norma Kikkert, 7820 NE 195th St., Kenmore, WA 98028, (206) 612-3113; e-mail: eastkingco@gmail.com; Web site: www.geocities.com/eastkingco
7-8--KLAMATH FALLS, OREGON: Annual Show, "Wonderful World of Jasper"; Rock & Arrowhead Club; Klamath Co. Fairgrounds, 3531 S. 6th St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; contact Amanda Newnham, (541) 892-8364; e-mail: dusstyrocks@aol.com; or G. Carlson, (541) 882-8276
7-8--NEWARK (STANTON), DELAWARE: 46th annual show; Delaware Mineralogical Society; Delaware Technical and Community College, I-95 exit 4B, Churchmans Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $5, seniors $4, juniors $3, children under 12 free with adult; exhibits, museum and university displays, dealers, minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, lapidary supplies, door prizes, lapidary demonstrations, children's booth, club booth; contact Gene Hartstein, (302) 234-4488; gene@fossilnut.com; or Wayne Urion, (302) 998-0686; e-mail: wurion@aol.com; Web site: www.delminsociety.net
7-8--ROBSTOWN (CORPUS CHRISTI), TEXAS: 47th annual show; Gulf Coast Gem & Mineral Club; Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds, U.S. 77 and Rte. 44; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, children under 12 free; minerals, fossils, jewelry, kids' wheel, silent auction, door prizes, dealers and demonstrations; contact Jerrold Simpson, (361) 851-8788
7-8--TAMPA, FLORIDA: Show, "Fossil Fest 2009"; Tampa Bay Fossil Club; Florida State Fairgrounds, I-4 Exit 7; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; fossils, artifacts, gems, minerals, shells, exhibits, "How to" seminars, kids' games, Fossil Mine, raffles, door prizes, silent auction; contact Barbara Fite, P.O. Box 1766, Lutz, FL 33548, (813) 977-0892; e-mail: bfite1@tampabay.rr.com; Web site: www.tampabayfossilclub.com
7-8--VENTURA, CALIFORNIA: 47th annual show; Ventura Gem & Mineral Society; Seaside Park, Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; dealers, displays, gems, minerals, fossils, lapidary arts, lapidary demonstrations, door prizes, silent auctions, children's activities; contact Andy Anderson, (805) 987-0043; e-mail: vgms_editor@roadrunner.com; Web site: www.vgms.org
13-15--AUGUSTA, GEORGIA: 21st annual show, "Aiken-Augusta Gem & Mineral Show"; Aiken Gem, Mineral & Fossil Society, Augusta Gem & Mineral Society; Julian Smith Casino, 2200 Broad St.; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-5; contact Herman Kunis, 4433 Pierwood Way, Evans, GA 30809, (706) 855-7357; e-mail contact a-a.gmf.show@att.net
13-15--CLEARWATER, FLORIDA: 13th annual show; Frank Cox Productions; Harbor View Center, 300 Cleveland St. (downtown); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave., #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com
13-15--HILLSBORO, OREGON: Show, "Nature's Design"; Tualatin Valley Gem Club; Washington County Fair Complex, 873 N.E. 34th Ave.; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $1, children under 12 free; door prizes, raffle, dealers, demonstrations, silent auction, display cases, club sales, Rock Critters, Spin the Wheel, Grab Bags; contact Rose Jackson, 2525 Douglas St., Forest Grove, OR 97116; e-mail: jeweledrose@comcast.net; Web site: www.tvgc.org
13-15--OGDEN, UTAH: 58th annual show, "2009 Gemstone Junction;" Golden Spike Gem & Mineral Society; Union Station, 2500 Wall Ave.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, students $1.50, children under 12 free with adult; more than 25 dealers, more than 30 display cases, dinosaur bones, fossils, minerals, jewelry, beads, faceted stones, geodes, petrified wood, lapidary tools and equipment, demonstrations, rock bags, wheel of fortune, door prizes, silent auction; contact Richard Gabel, P.O. Box 12835, Ogden, UT 84412-2835, (801) 648-5060; e-mail: club@goldenspikegem.org
13-15--SPOKANE, WASHINGTON: 50th anniversary show, "Gold"; Rock Rollers Club; Spokane County Fair & Expo Center, N. 604 Havana, at Broadway; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, seniors $5, children 12 and under free; more than 40 dealers, 80 display cases, fossils, gemstones, mineral specimen, handcrafted jewelry, supplies, lapidary demonstrations, hourly door prizes, youth activities, grand prize; contact Leigh Klettke, (509) 299-6662
14-15--MACOMB, ILLINOIS: 29th annual show; The Geodeland Earth Science Clubs; Western Illinois University, Student Union Ballroom, Murray St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; dealers, minerals, fossils, jewelry, equipment, silent auction, rock, mineral, fossil and artifact identification, activities for kids, Spin & Win game, door prizes, live and recorded programs, lapidary demonstrations, earth science displays, fluorescent mineral display, geode cracking, grand door prize; contact Dennis Bomke, (217) 546-4096; e-mail: dbomke@comcast.net
14-15--SAN MARINO, CALIFORNIA: 51st annual show, "Tournament of Gems"; Pasadena Lapidary Society; San Marino Masonic Center, 3130 Huntington Dr.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; member displays, demonstrations, dealers; contact Drew Wilson, (626) 298-1534
14-15--SPRECKELS, CALIFORNIA: 63rd annual show; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5: Spreckels Veterans Hall, 5th St. and Llano St.; displays, beads, finished jewelry, rough rock, fluorescent display, kids' activities, demonstrations, free hourly door prize, raffle, dealers, silent auction, minerals, fossils, lapidary; contact Ernie deFever, (831) 422-3422, or Karin Salomon; e-mail: kcbakes27@sbcglobal.net; Web site: Salinasrockandgem.com
14-15--TURLOCK, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Treasures from the Earth"; Mother Lode Mineral Society; Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N. Broadway; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, children 12 and under free; vendors, 80 educational exhibits, 20 demonstrations, fine jewelry, beads, minerals, fossils, dinosaurs, tools, large children's area with free activities, fluorescent tent, silent auction, speakers: Bob Jones, Dr, Alan Schaffert, Walter Wright, Richard Wade, David K. Lynch; contact Bud & Terry McMillin, P.O. Box 1263, Modesto, CA 95350; (209) 524-3494; e-mail: terry.mcmillin@yahoo.com; Web site: www.turlockgemshow.com
14-15--TWIN FALLS, IDAHO: Show; Magic Valley Gem Club; Boys and Girls Club, 999 Frontier Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; contact Harold Waggoner, 3439 N 3300 E, Kimberly, ID 83341, (208) 423-9668; e-mail: rmetts@cableone.net
20-22--ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: 41st annual show, "Treasures of the Earth Show"; Albuquerque Gem & Mineral Club; School Arts/Flower Bldgs., New Mexico State Fair Grounds (EXPO-NM); Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $1 (Fri.) and $3 (Sat. and Sun.), kids under 13 free; more than 35 dealers, mineral displays, demonstrations, door prizes, kids' booth, silent auctions; contact Paul Hlava, (505) 255-5478; e-mail: hpf5@qwest.net
20-22--ROME, GEORGIA: Show, "Valley and Ridge Gem & Mineral Show"; Rome Georgia Mineral Society; The Forum, Tribune St. at Third St., downtown; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; free admission; minerals, gems, fossils, jewelry, crystals, exhibits, demonstrations, door prizes; contact Tim Biggart, (706) 232-7143; e-mail: tbiggart@berry.edu
20-22--SANDY (SALT LAKE CITY), UTAH: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; South Towne Exposition Center/Exhibit Hall 5, 9575 S. State St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
20-22--SPANISH FORK, UTAH: 50th annual show, "Spring Parade of Gems"; Timpanogos Gem & Mineral Society; Spanish Fork Fairgrounds, 475 S. Main; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; free admission; contact Don Bagshaw, 210 S 400 E, Salem, UT 84653, (801) 423-2538; e-mail: baojiazhi1@msn.com
21-22--CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA: 46th show; Cedar Valley Rocks & Minerals Society; Teamsters Union Hall, 5000 J St. SW; Sat. 8:30-6, Sun. 9:30-5; adults $2, students (12-18) 50 cents, youth groups and children under 12 free (with adults); programs, demonstrations, Pebble Pit for kids, silent auctions, displays, 20 dealers, special exhibit theme "Crystals"; contact Leslie Blin, 505 5th Ave., Marion, IA 52302, (319) 377-3339; bblin@bser.com
21-22--SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS: 48th show, "Fiesta of Gems"; Southwest Gem & Mineral Society; Live Oak Civic Center, 8101 Pat Booker Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $4, seniors and military $3, students $2, children 50 cents; minerals, gems, jewelry, fossils, lapidary, exhibits, silent auction; contact Robert Bowie, 1324 Kings Point Dr., Canyon Lake, TX 78133; e-mail: krbotx@gvtc.com; Web site: www.swgemandmineral.org
21-22--VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA: Show and sale, "Spring Bling"; Vallejo Gem & Mineral Society; Vallejo Elks Lodge, 2850 Redwood Pkwy., at the intersection of Redwood Pkwy. and Admiral Callahan Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, ages 12-18 $2, children under 12 free; beads, jade, fossils, meteorites, opals, rough rock, slabs, door prizes, silent auction, "Wheel of Fortune"; contact Phyllis Malicki, (707) 745-3255; (707) 745-3255; e-mail: vgms01@yahoo.com; Web site: www.iwired.org
27-29--EUGENE, OREGON: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Lane County Events Center/Exhibit Hall, 796 W. 13th Ave.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
27-29--FORT COLLINS, COLORADO: 48th annual show, "Nature's Treasures"; Fort Collins Rockhounds; Lincoln Center, 419 W. Magnolia St.; Fri. 4-8, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, $5/weekend, seniors $3, students (under 18) $1, children under 12 free with adult; exhibits, door prizes, grab bags, silent auction, demonstrations, 7 gem and mineral dealers; contact Dave Halliburton, P.O. Box 482, Fort Collins, CO 80522, (970) 493-6168; e-mail: showchairman@fortcollinsrockhounds.org; Web site: www.fortcollinsrockhounds.org
27-29--INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: 11th annual spring show; Treasures of the Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Indiana State Fairgrounds, Ag/Horticulture Bldg., 1202 E. 38th St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $5 (good all 3 days), children under 16 free, $3 parking; jewelry makers, goldsmiths, silversmiths, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, minerals, fossils, door prizes, classes; contact Van Wimmer, Show Director, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com
27-29--SARASOTA, FLORIDA: 1898th show; Frank Cox Productions; Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Tr. (Hwy. 41); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave., #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com
28-29--ANGELS CAMP, CALIFORNIA: Annual show and sale, "Jump for the Gold!"; Calaveras Gem & Mineral Society; Calaveras "Frog Town USA" fairgrounds, Hwy 49; Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–4; admission $3; shuttle service to Mark Twain Hall, dealers, minerals, rocks, jewelry, findings, beads, lapidary supplies, raffles, silent auction, kids' area; contact Tak Iwata, (209) 928-5579; Web site: http://Calaverasgemandmineral.org
28-29--HOLYOKE, MASSACHUSETTS: Show, "Western Mass Mineral & Jewlery Show"; Connecticut Valley Mineral Club; Holiday Inn at Ingleside, 245 Whiting Farms Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $4, children under 12 free; minerals, gemstones, jewelry, crystals, fossils, lapidary, live demonstrations, free exhibits; contact Helen Rodak, (413) 586-6691; e-mail: info@cvmineralclub.org; Web site: www.cvmineralclub.org
28-29--LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: Show, "Gembalaya"; Lincoln Gem & Mineral Club; Pershing Center, 226 Centennial Mall S.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, children under 12 free with adult; rocks, gemstones, minerals, fossils, beads, jewelry, exhibits, displays, demonstrations, programs, dealers, youth activities; Charles Wooldridge, Lincoln Gem & Mineral Club, P.O. Box 5342, Lincoln, NE 68505, (402) 416-3233; e-mail: mamamar@windstream.net; Web site: www.lincolngemmineralclub.org
28-29--ORLANDO, FLORIDA: Show; Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society; Central Florida Fair Grounds, 4630 W. Colonial Dr.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; adults $4, children 12 and under free; silent auction, door prizes, faceting and cabbing demonstrations, silent auctions, sluice mining, cave mining, appraisals, hourly door prizes; contact John Piziak, 16534 Avenida Del Largo, Winter Garden, FL 34787, (407) 239-9165; e-mail: JOHNPIZIAK@embarqmail.com; Web site: www.thumblicker.com
28-29--ROSEVILLE, CALIFORNIA: 47th annual show; Roseville Rock Rollers; Roseville (Placer County) Fairgrounds, 800 All America City Blvd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, seniors (60+) $4, children 12 and under free; more than 30 indoor and outdoor vendors, crystals, gold, geode cracking, beads, gemstones, fossils, polished stones, handcrafted jewelry, opal, world-class mineral specimens, tourmaline, sunstones, amber, mineral identification, "Kids' Junction," demonstrations, silent auctions, 40+ exhibits, raffles, lapidary shop open house, "Rookie Rock Rollers" information; contact Gloria Marie, (916) 216-1114; or e-mail: g16marie@ftcnet.net; Web site: www.rockrollers.com
28-29--SAYRE, PENNSYLVANIA: 40th annual show; Che-Hanna Rock & Mineral Club; Athens Twp. Vol. Fire Hall, 211 Herrick Ave.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, students $1, children under 8 free; Carnegie Museum exhibits, mineral auctions, kids' mini mine, fluorescent presentation, lapidary demonstrations, dealers, minerals, fossils, jewelry; contact Hazel Remaley, 3298 Centerville Rd., Gillett, PA 16925, (570) 888-7544; e-mail: northridge5@verizon.net; Web site: www.che-hanna.org
28-29--SWEET HOME, OREGON: 61st annual show; Sweet Home Rock & Mineral Society; 1641 Long St.; Sat.10-6, Sun.10-4; featuring thunder eggs; contact Dee David, (541) 367-4895; ced@centurytel.net
28-29--TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA: 60th annual show, "Nature's Treasures"; Torrance Recreational Center, 3341 Torrance Blvd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; exhibits, demonstrations, children's workshops, slabs, rough, tumbled stones, jewelry, lapidary items; contact Larry Hoskinson or Leslie Neff, (310) 318-2170; Web site: www.palosverdes.com/sblap/
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3-5--BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA: San Joaquin Valley Lapidary Society; 6th annual show, "Rock and Gem Rendezvous 2009"; San Joaquin Valley Lapidary Society; Kern County Fair Grounds, 1142 S. P St.; Fri. 9-8; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission; indoor/outdoor show, rocks, gems, fossils, beads, lapidary supplies, hourly drawings, silent auction, spinning wheel, raffle; contact Lew Helfrich, (661) 323-2663; e-mail: lewsrocks@bak.rr.com
3-5--EUREKA, CALIFORNIA: 8th annual show, "Lost Coast Jewelry, Gem, Bead & Mineral Show"; Kasey Enterprises; Redwood Acres Fairgrounds, 3750 Harris St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, seniors and students free Fri., half-price Sat. and Sun., children 12 and under free with adult; wholesale and retail vendors, minerals, gemstones, crystals, beads, pearls, gold nuggets, fine jewelry, gold, quartz, fossils, tools, hourly door prizes; contact Kasey Enterprises, P.O. Box 2927, McKinleyville, CA 95519-2927, (707) 839-1358; e-mail: kaseyent@sbcglobal.net
3-5--HILLSBORO, OREGON: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Washington County Fairgrounds, 873 N.E. 34th Ave.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
3-5--ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA: 31st show; Frank Cox Productions; The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N.; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave., #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com
4-5--CANTON, OHIO: Show, "A 'Flintastic' Weekend"; Stark County Gem & Mineral Club; Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave N.W.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; collectors' displays, dealers, minerals, gems, fossils, finished jewelry, lapidary arts, supplies, mineral identification, children's games, silent auction, door prizes; contact Dave Behringer, 2930 Mason St. SW, Massillon, OH 44646, (330) 830-1578; e-mail: darojreg@att.net
4-5--MARION, ILLINOIS: Show; Southern Illinois Earth Science Club; Williamson County Pavilion, 1602 Sioux Dr.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; rocks, gems, minerals, fossils, shells, lapidary, fluorescent displays, silent auctions, door prizes; contact Mike Chontofalsky, (618) 532-0455; e-mail: mchontofalsky1019@charter.net; Web site: http://thebuzz.semissourian.com/main.wsi?group_id=232
4-5--MEDFORD, OREGON: 54th annual show; Roxy Ann Gem & Mineral Society; Medford Armory, 1701 S. Pacific Hwy.; Sat. 9-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; exhibits, dealers, demonstrations, silent auction, children's activities, door prizes; contact Tricia Caulkins, 926 Hopkins Rd., Central Point, OR 97502, (541) 821-0883
4-5--PLYMOUTH MEETING, PENNSYLVANIA: Show, "Philadelphia Mineral Treasures and Fossil Fair"; Philadelphia Mineralogical Society, Delaware Valley Paleontological Society; Lulu Temple, 5140 Butler Pike; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, children $1, Uniformed Scouts free; fossils, minerals, gems, speakers, exhibits, kids' Fossil Dig and free mineral specimens, door prizes, Scouting Merit Badge information; contact Karenne Snow, (609) 953-1987; e-mail: dklieger@verizon.net; Web site: www.PMS.moonfruit.com
4-5--POCATELLO, IDAHO: 52nd annual show; Southeast Idaho Gem & Mineral Society; Commercial Bldg., Bannock County Fairgrounds; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Marty Rakatansky, (208) 233-0538, or Kevin Taylor, (208) 232-4269
10-12--TACOMA, WASHINGTON: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Tacoma Dome/Exhibition Hall, 2727 E. "D" St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
11-12--BELLINGHAM, WASHINGTON: 48th show; Mt. Baker Rock & Gem Club; Bloedel-Donovan Park, 2214 Electric Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; rocks, fossils, gems, jewelry, dealers, door prizes, club sales, silent auction, raffle, demonstrations, exhibits, kids' activities; contact Wes Gannaway, (360) 384-4209; e-mail: debnwes@comcast.net
17-19--CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA: 4th annual spring show; Treasures of the Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows, National Guard Family Support Group; Charlottesville National Guard Armory, 1640 Avon St. Ext.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3 (good all 3 days), children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths, silversmiths, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, minerals, fossils, door prizes, classes; contact Van Wimmer, Show Director, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com
17-19--ROSEVILLE, MICHIGAN: Show, "Crystal Reflections"; Mt. Clemens Gem & Lapidary Society; Roseville Recreation Center, 18185 Sycamore; Fri. 9-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-4; adults $3, students $1, children under 12, police, firemen, and active military with proper ID free; lectures, more than 40 display cases, lapidary demonstrations, Tin Can Auction, raffle, kids' grab bags, ID table, activities; contact Ron Rolfe, 42729 Fortner Dr., Sterling Heights, MI 48313, (586) 726-1578; e-mail: ymrolfe@comcast.net; Web site: www.orgsites.com/mi/michigan-club/index.html
17-19--SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Scottish Rite Center, 1895 Camino del Rio S.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
17-19--SARASOTA, FLORIDA: 190th show; Frank Cox Productions; Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Tr. (Hwy. 41); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave., #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com
18-19--HELENA, MONTANA: 61st 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, beads, rough and faceted gemstones, jewelry, mineral specimens, books, fossils, equipment, silent auction, hourly door prizes, raffle, demonstrations, children's ball toss, garnet hunt, grab bags; contact Gary Parisi, P.O. Box 736, Helena, MT 59624, (406) 442-1226; e-mail: gjparisi72@yahoo.com; Web site: helenamineralsociety.org
18-19--IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO: 44th annual show; Idaho Falls Gem & Mineral Society; City Recreation Center, Memorial Dr. and B St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Steve or Jeanne Hammond, 994 W. Center, Blackfoot, ID 83221, (208) 782-1917; e-mail: rock_hounds@msn.com
18-19--KENNEWICK, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Lakeside Gem & Mineral Club; Benton County Fairgrounds; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; contact Dave Westland, (509) 735-9678
18-19--LANCASTER, CALIFORNIA: Show; Antelope Valley Gem & Mineral Club; Lancaster High School, 44701 32nd St. W; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission; dealers, tailgaters, raffle drawing, silent auction; contact Jules Ficke, (661) 943-5157; e-mail: av_gem@yahoo.com; Web site: www.geocities.com/av_gem
24-26--DENVER, COLORADO: Show, "Colorado Mineral & Fossil Show-Spring"; Martin Zinn Expositions; Holiday Inn-Denver Central, 4849 Bannock St.; free admission; 80 wholesale and retail dealers, minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Martin Zinn Expositions, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004-0665, fax (505) 867-0073; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com
24-26--SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire; Sonoma County Fairgrounds/Grace Pavilion, 1350 Bennett Valley Rd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; admission $5 (weekend pass); contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
24-26--WICHITA, KANSAS: 56th annual show, "Great Plains Treasures"; Wichita Gem & Mineral Society; Cessna Activity Center, 2744 George Washington Blvd.; Fri. 9-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, ages 12-17 $1, children under 12 free with adult; Great Plains fossils, Kansas meteorites, dealers, demonstrations, exhibits, jewelry; contact Lyle Koerper, (316) 722-7115; Web site: www. wgmsks.org
25-26--ELMA, WASHINGTON: 41st annual show, "Earth's Treasures"; Grays Harbor Gem & Geology; Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds, 32 Elma-McCleary Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact, Gary Emberly, (360) 533-6196; e-mail: melissa624@hotmail.com
25-26--MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Show, "Memphis Mineral, Fossil, Jewelry Show"; Memphis Archaeological & Geological Society; Memphis International Agricenter, Expo Center, West Pavilion and A-wing, 7777 Walnut Grove Rd.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; dealers, exhibits, kids' area; adults $5, children 12 and under $2, Scouts free; contact W.C. McDaniel, (901) 274-7706; e-mail: info@theearthwideopen.com; Web site: www.TheEarthWideOpen.com
25-26--TROY, OHIO: 26th annual show; Brukner Center Gem & Mineral Club; Miami County Fairgrounds, Duke Lundgard Bldg., County Rd. 25A; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; admission $1; dealers, gems, specimens, jewelry, rough, demonstrations, displays, silent auction, raffle, children's activities; contact Donna Kuszpa, (937) 435-8297, or Tom Dilsworth, (937) 602-1929
25-26--WACO, TEXAS: Show; Waco Gem & Mineral Club; Heart of Texas Fairgrounds, Bosque Ave.; Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, students and children $1; contact Kay Coleman, 118 County Road 540, Fairfield, TX 75840, (903) 389-8311; e-mail: rkcole8@peoplepc.com
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MAY 2009:
1-3--McPHERSON, KANSAS: 17th annual show, "Gem, Mineral & Fossil Days"; McPherson Gem & Mineral Club; 4-H Bldg., 710 W. Woodside; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10:30-3; free admission; door prizes, displays, collections, kids' spin-and-win game, free rock identification, Sat. evening rock auction; contact Jim Nutter, 1611 Jody Ln., McPherson, KS 67460, (620) 241-2433; e-mail: mcphersongemmineral@hotmail.com
2-3--ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA: 50th anniversary show; The Searchers Gem & Mineral Society; Brookhurst Community Center, 2271 W. Crescent Ave.; Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; free admission; lapidary and jewelry-making demonstrations, dealers, club member displays, door prizes, gold panning with Route 66 Gold Miners, silent auctions; contact Clarke Benich, 18661 Silver Maple Way, N. Tustin, CA 92705, (714) 639-9927; e-mail: clarkebenich@yahoo.com; Web site: www.searchersrocks.org
2-3--PITTSTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Show, "Treasures Of The Earth Gem Show"; Mineralogical Society of Northeastern Pennsylvania; Oblates of St Joseph, 1880 Hwy. 315; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $3, children free; free classes, demonstrations, kids' activities, UV display, door prizes, minerals, fossils, crystals, gems, meteorites, jewelry, beads, geo supplies, raffles; contact Joseph Savokinas, P.O. Box 1152, Pittston, PA 18640, (570) 883-2784; e-mail: joe88earth@yahoo.com
2-3--WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA: Show, "The Great Contra Costa Crystal Fair"; Pacific Crystal Guild; Civic Park Community Center, 1375 Civic Dr. at Broadway; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, children under 12 free; gems, jewelry, crystals, beads, psychics; contact Jerry Tomlinson, (415) 383-7837; e-mail: sfxtl@earthlink.net; Web site: www.crystalfair.com
2-3--WASHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Show, "Greater Pittsburgh Area Gem, Mineral, Bead & Jewelry Show"; F.M. Fossils; Washington County Fairgrounds, 2151 N. Main St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, children 12 and under free with parent; select dealers, loose gems, minerals, fossils, finished jewelry, beads, bench jeweler, wire-wrapper; contact F.M. Minerals, P.O. Box 252, Farmington, WV 26571, (304) 825-6845; e-mail: frankoz@juno.com
8-10--ATLANTA, GEORGIA: Show, "Mothers Day Gem and Mineral Show"; Georgia Mineral Society; Cobb County Civic Center, P.O. Box 15011; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; free admission; demonstrations, exhibits, auction 2 p.m. Sat.; contact Kim Cochran, P.O. Box 15011, Atlanta, GA 30333, (770) 979-8331; e-mail: Mayshow@gamineral.org; Web site: www.gamineral.org
8-10--COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire—OC Fair & Event Center/Bldg. 10, 88 Fair Dr. Gem Faire hours: Fri. 12pm-7pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm. Admission $5 weekend pass. For more info, contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300 or e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
9-10--BOZEMAN, MONTANA: 50th annual show; Bozeman Gem & Mineral Club; Gallatin County Fair Grounds, Black St. and Tamarack St., exit I-90 at N. 7th St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; contact Dan Carter, (406) 586 4552, or Doug Ellis, (406) 266-4452; e-mail: opalcrusher@hotmail.com
9-10--HANNA CITY, ILLINOIS: Show, "Rock and Reptile Show"; Edwards River Earth Science Club; Wildlife Prairie State Park, 3826 N. Taylor Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; ages 13 and up $5.50, ages 4 to 12 $3.50, children 3 and under free; demonstrations (sphere making, scrimshaw), fluorescent booth, reptile exhibits (snakes, turtles, lizards); contact Lyle E. Kugler, 612 S.E. 3rd St., Aledo, IL 61231, (309) 582-7364; e-mail: lekugler@frontiernet.net
15-17--COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "West Coast Gem & Mineral Show - Spring"; Martin Zinn Expositions; Holiday Inn - Bristol Plaza, 3131 S. Bristol; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; 120 wholesale and retail dealers, open to the public; contact Martin Zinn Expositions, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004-0665, fax (505) 867-0073; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com
15-17--SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Cal Expo/Bldg. A, 1600 Exposition Blvd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
15-17--SARASOTA, FLORIDA: 191st show; Frank Cox Productions; Municipal Auditorium, 801 N. Tamiami Tr. (Hwy. 41); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave., #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com
16--DANBURY, WISCONSIN: Annual agate swap meet; Stone Hinge Rock Shop; free tailgating; Lake Superior agates, minerals, fossils, rough rock; contact Ella or Mike, (715) 655-4315
16-17--HERMISTON, OREGON: Annual show; Hatrockhounds Gem & Mineral Society; Hermiston Conference Center, Hwy. 395 S.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Mike Filarski, (541) 922-5091; e-mail: stonemorlin1@netscape.net
16-17--ORANGE, CONNECTICUT: 36th annual show; The New Haven Mineral Club; Amity Reg. Jr. High School, Sheffield Rd., off Rte. 34; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 9:30-5; adults $4, children under 12 free with adult; minerals, gems, jewelry, fossils, exhibits, dealers, door prizes, lectures, demonstrations; contact Lisa Alter, (203) 215-6150
16-17--WAUWATOSA, WISCONSIN: 52nd annual show; Wisconsin Geological Society; Muellner Bldg., Hart Park, 72nd and W. State St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adult $3, 2 for $5, accompanied children under 16 free; 20 dealers, lapidary supplies, tools, books, rough material, slabs, finished specimens, cabochons, jewelry, carvings, fossils, children's activities, exhibits, displays, presentations; contact Paul Schmidt, 8213 Red Arrow Ct., Wauwatosa, WI 53213, (414) 771-8668; e-mail: pvs@wi.rr.com
16-17--YUCAIPA, CALIFORNIA: Show; Yucaipa Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Yucaipa Community Center, 34900 Oak Glen Rd.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; 16 dealers, gems, rocks, children's rock Bingo, Spin the Wheel, demonstrations, wire wrapping, beading, sphere making, rock polishing, silent auction; contact William P. Jochimsen, 35525 Ivy Ave., Yucaipa, CA 92399, (909) 790-1475; e-mail: bjm2285@aol.com; Web site: http://mysite.verizon.net/yucaipagem
22-24--SALEM, VIRGINIA: 18th annual spring show; Treasures of the Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Salem Civic Center, 1001 Boulevard; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-6; adults $4 (good all 3 days), children under age 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths, silversmiths, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, minerals, fossils, door prizes, classes; contact Van Wimmer, Show Director, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com
29-31--MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA: 19th annual show; Treasures of the Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows, National Guard Family Support Group; Martinsville National Guard Armory, 315 Commonwealth Blvd., across from Liberty Fair Mall; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; jewelry makers, goldsmiths, silversmiths, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, minerals, fossils, door prizes, classes, sluice operated by the Rockingham County (NC) Mineral Club; contact Van Wimmer, Show Director, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com
29-31--SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Earl Warren Showgrounds/Exhibit Hall, 3400 Calle Real; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
30-31--GLENDORA, CALIFORNIA: Show; Glendora GEMS; 859 E. Sierra Madre Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; contact Bonnie Bidwell, (626) 963-4638; e-mail: Ybidwell2@aol.com
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JUNE 2009:
5-7--TULSA, OKLAHOMA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Expo Square/Exchange Center 1, 4145 E. 21st St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
6-7--SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA: Show, "The Great San Francisco Crystal Fair"; Pacific Crystal Guild; Fort Mason Center, Bldg. A, Laguna and Marina Blvd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $6, children under 12 free; gems, jewelry, crystals, beads, psychics; contact Jerry Tomlinson, (415) 383-7837; e-mail: sfxtl@earthlink.net; Web site: www.crystalfair.com
12-14--ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; New Mexico State Fairgrounds, 300 San Pedro N.E.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
19-21--NEWPORT, OREGON: Annual show, "We're Rockin' the Coast in Newport!"; Oregon Coast Agate Club; Lincoln County Fairgrounds, 633 N.E. 3rd St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4:30; adults $2, students $1, kids under 6 free; dealers, demonstrators, kids' activities, door prizes, raffle prizes; contact Juli Dahl, (541) 563-7495; e-mail: jdahl2@peak.org
19-21--SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; Scottish Rite Center, 1895 Camino del Rio S.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
25-28--PRINEVILLE, OREGON: 64th annual show, "Prineville Rock Hound Pow Wow"; Prineville Rockhound Pow Wow Association; Crook County Fairgrounds; Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; dealers, field trips, displays, auction, obsidian, jade, petrified wood, agate, jasper, thunder eggs, faceting rough; contact Rebecca Buss, (541) 546-9473; e-mail: rebecca@rebeccasrecreations.com; Web site: www.prinevillerockhoundpowwow.org
26-28--SANDY (SALT LAKE CITY), UTAH: Show; Gem Faire Inc.; South Towne Exposition Center/Exhibit Hall 5, 9575 S. State St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com
27-28--LAKE OZARK, MISSOURI: Osage Rock & Mineral Club; 8th annual show; The Country Club Hotel and Spa, 301 Carol Rd.; Sat. 11-5, Sun. 11-5; free admission; gemstones, jewelry, meteorites, geodes, fossils, minerals, quartz crystals, custom jewelry, cabochons, gift items, demonstrations, displays, kids' games, prizes; contact Roger Varvel, (417) 532-4367; e-mail: rvarvel@fidnet.com
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JULY 2009:
3-5--FISHERSVILLE, VIRGINIA: 22nd annual show; Treasures of the Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Augusta Expoland, Expo Road, I-64 Exit 91; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3 (good all 3 days), children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths, silversmiths, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, minerals, fossils, door prizes, classes; contact Van Wimmer, Show Director, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com
17-19--BOONE, NORTH CAROLINA: 15th annual show; Treasures of the Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Boone National Guard Armory, 274 Hunting Hills Ln., near the hospital and behind the fire station; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $2 (good all 3 days), children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths, silversmiths, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, minerals, fossils, door prizes, classes; contact Van Wimmer, Show Director, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com
26--BANCROFT, ONTARIO, CANADA: Show, "Mineral Capital Gem & Mineral Show"; Bancroft Gem & Mineral Club; Bancroft Legion Hall, Station St.; Sun. 10-4; adults $2, under 18 free; dealers, live and silent auctions, demonstrations, displays, door prizes; contact Al Burnett, R.R.1, Bancroft, ON, K0L 1C0; e-mail: alrocks16@yahoo.ca
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JULY-AUGUST 2009:
30-2--BILLINGS, MONTANA: Federation show; Billings Gem & Mineral Club; Montana Trade Center, Holliday Inn-Grand Montana, 5500 Midland Rd.; Thu. 10-5, Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Doug True, (406) 670-0506; e-mail: dtruefossils@yahoo.com
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AUGUST 2009:
7-9--DALTON, GEORGIA: 18th annual show; Treasures of the Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; NW Georgia Trade & Convention Center, 2211 Dug Gap Battle Rd., I-75 Exit 333; Fri. 2-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3 (good all 3 days), children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths, silversmiths, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, minerals, fossils, door prizes, classes; contact Van Wimmer, Show Director, 5273 Bradshaw Rd,. Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com
7-9--WEST SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS: Show, "East Coast Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show"; Martin Zinn Expositions; Better Living Center, Eastern States Exposition, 1305 Memorial Dr.; more than 200 dealers, door prizes, guest speakers, museum-quality exhibits, gold panning, large wholesale section, air-conditioned hall, Gail and Jim Spann collection; adults $6, 12 and under free with adult, parking $5; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; contact Martin Zinn Expositions, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004-0665, fax (505) 867-0073; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com
8-9--WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA: Show, "The Great Contra Costa Crystal Fair"; Pacific Crystal Guild; Civic Park Community Center, 1375 Civic Dr. at Broadway; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, children under 12 free; gems, jewelry, crystals, beads, psychics; contact Jerry Tomlinson, (415) 383-7837; e-mail: sfxtl@earthlink.net; Web site: www.crystalfair.com
14-16--CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA: Show, "Southeast Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show"; Martin Zinn Expositions; Holiday Inn, I-75 and 411 NE; Fri. 10–6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10–5; free admission; 80 wholesale and retail dealers, open to the public; contact Martin Zinn Expositions, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004-0665, fax (505) 867-0073; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com
14-16--LEBANON, PENNSYLVANIA: 12th annual show and sale, "Gem Miner's Jubilee"; Mid-Atlantic Gem & Mineral Association; Lebanon Expo Center, Rte. 72 and Rocherty Rd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; admission $6, children under 12 free; gems, jewelry, minerals, fossils, beads; contact MAGMA, (301) 565-0487; Web site: www.gem-show.com
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SEPTEMBER 2009:
16-20--DENVER, COLORADO: Show, "Colorado Mineral & Fossil Show - Fall"; Martin Zinn Expositions; Holiday Inn - Denver Central, 4849 Bannock St.; Wed. 10-6, Thu. 10-6, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; 200 wholesale and retail dealers, free shuttle bus to Merchandise Mart; contact Martin Zinn Expositions, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004-0665, fax (505) 867-0073; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com
18-20--DENVER, COLORADO: Show, "Colorado Fossil Expo"; Martin Zinn Expositions; Denver Merchandise Mart Plaza Annex, 451 E. 58th Ave.; adults $6, seniors and teens $4; 50 dealers, fossils, meteorites, petrified wood, amber, paleontological exhibits, part of the Denver Gem & Mineral Show, one ticket covers both shows; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Martin Zinn Expositions, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004-0665, fax (505) 867-0073; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com
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OCTOBER 2009:
2-4--INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: 11th annual fall show; Treasures of the Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Indiana State Fairgrounds, Ag/Horticulture Bldg., 1202 E. 38th St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $5 (good all 3 days), children under 16 free, $3 parking; jewelry makers, goldsmiths, silversmiths, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, minerals, fossils, door prizes, classes; contact Van Wimmer, Show Director, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com
3-4--OMAHA, NEBRASKA: 54th annual show; Nebraska Mineral & Gem Club; Westside Community Center, 108th and Grover St.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Tim Kautsch, (402) 397-9606; Web site: www.nerockgem.us
8-10--MOUNT IDA, ARKANSAS: Annual World championship Quartz Crystals Digging Contest; Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce; Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Fairgrounds Rd.; Thu. 8-3, Fri. 9-3, Sat. 9-3; adults $75/$90; keep all you find, meet other miners, maybe even win a prize, an international event; contact Maureen Walther, Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce, Mount Ida, AR 71957, (870) 867-2723; e-mail: director@mountidachamber.com; Web site: www.mountidachamber.com
9-11--MOUNT IDA, ARKANSAS: Quartz, Quiltz and Craftz Festival; Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce; Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Fairgrounds Rd.; Fri. 8-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; free admission; children's dig Sat., fun for all, crystals, crystals and more crystals; contact Maureen Walther, Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce, Mount Ida, AR 71957, (870) 867-2723; e-mail: director@mountidachamber.com; Web site: www.mountidachamber.com
23-25--HARRISONBURG, VIRGINIA: 7th annual show; Treasures of the Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Rockingham County Fairgrounds, Commercial Exhibits Bldg., 4808 S. Valley Pike, U.S. Hwy. 11 between I-81 exits 240 and 243; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3 (good all 3 days), children under age 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths, silversmiths, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, minerals, fossils, door prizes, classes; contact Van Wimmer, Show Director, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com
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NOVEMBER 2009:
7-8--LANCASTER, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Rock 'N' Gem Roundup"; Palmdale Gem & Mineral Club; Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 W. Ave. H; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission; dinosaur programs, field trip Sun., silent auction, lapidary displays, Country Store, raffle, more than 25 dealers; contact Susan Chaisson-Walblom, 42122 52nd St. W; Quartz Hill, CA 93536, (661) 943-1861; e-mail: slchaisson@yahoo.com; Web site: www.palmdalegems.org
7-8--OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA: Show, "River of Gems"; Oklahoma Mineral & Gem Society; Oklahoma State Fairpark, 3001 General Pershing Blvd.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-5; adults $6, children 12 and under and Boy/Girl Scouts/Campfire members in uniform free with adult; museum and member exhibits, dealers, minerals, cabochons, faceted stones, findings, demonstrations, wirewrapping, silversmithing, knapping; contact Arlene Burkhalter, 1267 Kingbird Ln., Choctaw, OK 73020, (405) 732-0808; e-mail: maburkhalter@cox.net
13-15--COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "West Coast Gem & Mineral Show - Fall"; Martin Zinn Expositions; Holiday Inn - Bristol Plaza, 3131 S. Bristol; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; 80 wholesale and retail dealers, open to the public; contact Martin Zinn Expositions, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004-0665, fax (505) 867-0073; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com
20-22--CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA: 8th annual fall show; Treasures of the Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows, National Guard Family Support Group; Charlottesville National Guard Armory, 1640 Avon St. Ext.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3 (good all 3 days), children under age 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths, silversmiths, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, minerals, fossils, door prizes, classes; contact Van Wimmer, Show Director, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com
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