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March 2024

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; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: ww.gemfaire.com

1-3—LARGO, FLORIDA: Annual show; Suncoast Gem & Mineral Society; Largo Event Center, 6340 126th Avenue N; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $6 3-Day Pass, Children Under 12 Free; Free parking, silent auctions, grab bags and gem sluice mining for the kids; contact Brenda Smith, (727) 344-9676; Email: sgamsdealerchair2024@gmail.com; Website: sgams.com

1-3—NEWARK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mineral and Gem Society of Castro Valley; Newark Pavilion, 6430 Thornton Ave; Fri. 11-5, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $6, 3 day pass $10, $1 off with flier copy. Military& law enforcement and kids free; Exhibits, demonstrations, Gem ID, Kids spinning wheel, geode splitting, raffle, live auction. 40+dealers selling everything related to rockhounding, lapidary arts and jewelry; contact Beth Farmer, (510) 731-8664; Email: bethfarmer@aol.com; Website: mgscv.org

1-3—RICHMOND, INDIANA: Annual show; Eastern Indiana Gem & Geological Society; Wayne County Fairgrounds, 861 N. Salsibury Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; Adults $5 /Seniors $3/Students 7-18 $1; Our raffle item this year is a 17" x 9.5" amethyst cathedral with a stand. Drawing will be on Sunday, you do not need to be present to win; contact Judy Lee, (937) 339-1966; Email: jleeburton@woh.rr.com

2-3—WILMINGTON, DELAWARE: Annual show; Delaware Mineralogical Society; DoubleTree by Hilton, 4727 Concord Pike (Rt-202); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; Seniors (60+) $5, Adults (18 - 59) $6 , Juniors (12 – 17) $3, Scouts in Uniform & Children under 12 Free when accompanied by a paying adult; Family Friendly show features educational exhibits of mineral, lapidary and fossil specimens; a roster of fine dealers of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry; raffles of interesting specimens and a children’s area, where youngsters may purchase inexpensive mineral and fossil specimens; contact Christine Verdi - (Show Chair); Email: 1DMS.President@gmail.com ; Website: www.facebook.com/DEMineralShow

2-3—NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Wholesale and retail show; New York Gems Jewelry And Mineral Show; High School of Fashion Industries, 225 W 24th Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $ 6, 12 Years and Under Free with a Paid Adult; The Heigh School of Fashion Industries, Show Sponsored and free lectures organized by the New York Mineralogical Club; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com; Website: barygems.com

2-3—MERIDEN, CONNETICUT: Annual show; The Lapidary & Mineral Society of Central Connecticut; Maloney High School, Gravel Street; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5; children under 12 FREE; Minerals, gemstones, crystals jewelry, and much more; contact Mike Zagielski; Email: Meridenlapminsoc@gmail.caom; Website: www.lmscc.org

2-3—VENTURA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Ventura Gem & Mineral Society; Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free admission (Fairgrounds charges for parking.); Dealers & exhibits of minerals, fossils, & jewelry arts; on-going demos of lapidary arts, jewelry-making & gold panning; silent auctions & a raffle; Country Store & plant sale; children's activities & free resources for teachers. A So-Cal tradition for 6 decades & counting; contact Diane Cook, (805) 312-8467; Email: info@vgms.org; Website: www.vgms.org

2-3—CALDWELL, IDAHO: 70th Annual Show and Sale; Owyhee Gem & Mineral Society; O'Connor Field House, 2207 Blaine St; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; Admission $5, Kids 11 and Under Free, with Paid Adult; Dealers- Demonstrators-Displays-Silent Auction-Black Light Booth Door prizes every 1/2 hour! Kids/Adults - Wheel of Gems-Grab Bags-Sand Dig-Rock Crafts-Displays; contact Show Chair, Paul Deveau, (208) 994-8025; Email: devidaho@q.com; Website: owyheerocks.com

2-3—ISSAQUAH, WASHINGTON: Annual show; East KingCo Rock Club; Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Avenue NW, (by Costco); Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $1 general admission, kids 12 & under free; 30 Gem, Jewelry, & Mineral dealers; Gem & Mineral Displays; Stone Sculpture Exhibit; What's My Rock?; Door Prizes; Silent Auction; Kids' Activities; contact Kathy Frank; Email: frogspk@gmail.com; Website: www.eastkingco.org

7-10—DEMING, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Deming Gem and Mineral Society, Inc; SWNM State Fairgrounds, 4200 Raymond Reed Blvd; Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; FREE; The Deming 59th Annual ROCKHOUND ROUNDUP will have something for EVERYONE. Guided Field Trips, Demonstrations, displays, Geode Cutting, Sales of equipment, rough rock, polished rock, jewelry findings, etc. On going daily Silent Auctions, and Saturday Nite Live Auction, and things to do for kids; contact Marilyn Page, (575) 544-9019; Email: theDGMS@gmail.com; Website: www.thedgmsclub.com

8-9—RICHBORO, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Leidy Microscopic Society; Advent Lutheran Church, 45 Worthington Mill Rd, 916 Senator Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 9-6; $25 for half table ; $40 for full table; visitors fee - $5 on Friday, $10 on Saturday and includes lunch; Micromount Symposium-two guest speakers, silent auctions, free giveaways, sell, trade, swap micromounts, lunch on Saturday included; contact Donald McAlarnen, (610) 247-5097; Email: donmcalarnen@outlook.com; Website: https://leidymicroscopical.com

8-10—KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI: Annual show; The Association of Earth Science Clubs of Greater Kansas City; KCI Expo Center, 11730 N Ambassador Dr; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; Adults $7, 2-day pass $12, 3-day pass $18, Children 5-14 $4, 4 and under Free, Cash Only at the Gate; Demonstrations, Special Exhibits, Fluorescent Display, Specimen Identification, Silent Auction, Live Benefit Auction, 60+ Retail Dealers, Wholesale Area. Coupons at www.kcgemshow. Free Parking; contact Bruce, (816) 795-5159; Email: kcgemshow@yahoo.com; Website: kcgemshow.org

8-10—APPLE VALLEY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Victor Valley Gem and Mineral Club; Annual Stoddard Wells Tailgate, I-15 toward Barstow EXIT #157 stay on Stoddard Wells Road, Follow the signs 7 miles to tailgate; Fri. 9-5, Sun. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free for vendors and public; Vendors offering slabs and cabs, findings and equipment, minerals and fossils, rough material, handcrafted and faceted jewelry, family field trip to marble collecting site on Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm; contact Mark Lantz, 760-243-2330; Email: president@vvgmc.org; Website: vvgmc.org

8-10—AUGUSTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Aiken Gem Mineral & Fossil Society AND Augusta Gem & Mineral Society; Julian Smith Casino, 2200 Broad Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Adults $4 daily, $6 Weekend Pass Children under 12 Free with a paying adult; GRAND PRIZE, Hourly Door Prizes, Treasure Dig, Grab Bags, Geode Cutting & Sales, Member Display Cases, Lapidary Demonstrations, Educational Resources, Snack Bar. Dealers Selling: Gold, Silver, Fine & Everyday Jewelry, Loose Gemstones, Cabochons, Slabs, Crystals, Minerals, Fossils, Meteorites & More; contact Debra Baer, (803) 295-7897; Email: debbie.aikenrocks@gmail.com; Website: www.aikengmfs.org and www.agams.club

9-9—SKOKIE, ILLINOIS: 73rd Annual Silent Auction; Chicago Rocks & Minerals Society; St. Peter's United Church of Christ Gymnasium, 8013 Laramie (at Oakton); Sat. 6-9; Free; First table closes at 6:30 p.m. Fun for the entire family. Bid on rocks, minerals, fossils, geodes, jewelry, books, magazines and lapidary treasures. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free admission and free parking; contact Jeanine N. Mielecki, (312) 623-1554; Email: jaynine9@aol.com; Website: chicagorocks.org

9-10—MACOMB, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Geodeland Earth Science Clubs Inc; Western Illinois University Ballroom, 1 University Cir; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free; Our show features a wide range of minerals, fossils, and jewelry from over 10 dealers and several demonstrators. There is also a large kid's area, silent auction, displays, free parking, and more; contact Mary Boesdorfer; Email: writteninwood@gmail.com; Website: https://geodeland.com/

9-10—TURLOCK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mother Lode Mineral Society; Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 North Broadway; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; $8 | 12 and under free with paid adult; Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Big Fluorescent Room, Demonstrations, Rock Sales, Geode Cutting, Gold Panning, Touch & See Table, Jewelry, Beads & Tools, Mozzie the Velociraptor, Food Court, Lapidary; contact Bob Rush; Email: bobbyrocks42@gmail.com; Website: www.turlockgemshow.com

9-10—KALISPELL, MONTANA: Annual show; Northwest Montana Rock Chucks; Flathead County Fairgrounds, Expo Building, 265 N Meridian Rd; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults, $5, kids 8th grade and younger, free; Gem dig; gold panning; Free door prizes every hour; Silent auction every half hour; Free demonstrations; raffles; contact Lloyd Fager, Dealer Chair, (608) 436-0780; Email: oldgrayelf@sbcglobal.net; Website: rockchucks.org

9-10—TURLOCK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mother Lode Mineral Society; Stanislaus County Fairgrounds (Turlock), 900 North Broadway; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $8 Adults, 12 and under Free with paid adult; Activities: Jewelry, Beads, Tools, Educational Exhibits, Demonstrations, Fossil Exhibit, Geode Cutting, Mozzie the Velociraptor, Gold Panning. Large Fluorescent Room, Kids Activities, Rock Sale, Food Court, Free Parking, 45 Dealers; contact Belinda Wendland, (209) 450-5916; Email: bwendx2@yahoo.com; Website: www.motherlodemineralsociety.com/

15-17—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Cobb Co. Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; Admission $8 cash only at the door; Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gem, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com

15-17—ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Abq. Gem & Mineral Club; Expo NM State Fairgrounds, 300 San Pateo Dr. NE; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Fri. $2, Sat & Sun $5, kids 12 and under are free; 60 dealers, mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, findings, cabochons, beads, fossils, petrified wood; contact Paul Hlava, (505) 850-7524; Email: paulfhlava@gmail.com; Website: http://www.agmc.info

15-17—PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave SW; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: www.gemfaire.com

15-17—WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gem Shows; South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8 Teens and Veterans $7, Children under 12 Free, Admission good for all three days; 37,000 SF of Spectacular vendors. Find Jewelry, Gems, Crystals, Minerals, Fossils, Beads and so much more! Artisans offering unique pieces, collectible specimens and decor pieces. Grand Prize Drawing; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com

15-17—JACKSON, MICHIGAN: Show and sale; Michigan Gem and Mineral Society; American One Event Center, 128 W. Ganson Road ; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Cost: Adults - $5, Seniors - $3, Students - $2; Dealers, Demonstrators, Kids Activities, Raffle, Silent Auction, Displays Free Parking, Food Court. EVERYONE IS WELCOME. FAMILY-FRIENDLY; contact Sally, (517) 522-3396; Email: saltoosal2@yahoo.com; Website: mgmsrockclub.com

15-17—SWANNANOA, NORTH CAROLINA: Show; M.A.G.M.A., Jacquot & Son Mining and Crystal Potential; Land of the Sky Shrine Club Event Venue, 39 Spring Cove Road; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; 26th Mountain Area Gem and Mineral Association Land of the Sky Gem Show. Indoor and outdoor vendors, open to the public, food and drink available daily, clean restrooms, climate-controlled Fun for the whole family! Come get that perfect, rare present for your special someone; contact Richard Jacquot, (828) 779-4501; Email: rickjacquot@gmail.com; Website: www.AmericanRockhound.com

16-17—LEMOORE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Lemoore Gem & Mineral Club; Lemoore Trinity Hall, 470 Champion St; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Gems, minerals, jewelry, rocks, slabs, kids corner. When contacting by phone, please be sure to leave a voicemail; contact David Morrell, (559) 362-8904; Email: dmorrell321@gmail.com; Website: lemooregemandmineralclub@gmail.com

16-17—CENTRAL POINT, OREGON: Annual show; Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral Society and the Crater Rock Museum; The Jackson County EXPO, 1 Peninger Road; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 for RAGM Members and the general public; kids 12 and under are free; Gem and mineral vendors from around the region; kids activities; club demonstrations and rock display cases; raffles and more; contact Fred Hayes, (541) 664-6081; Email: craterrockgemshow@gmail.com; Website: www.craterrock.com

16-17—VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Hastings Centre Rockhounds Club; Hastings Community Centre, 3096 East Hastings Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Admission by Donation; Join us for the Hastings Centre Rockhounds Club's 63rd Annual Gem & Jewelry Show! Explore stunning gems and unique jewelry from knowledgeable vendors and local artists. Enjoy activities for children, refreshments, prizes, and captivating lapidary and jewelry-making demonstrations. Fun for all ages; contact Midori Tokuyama, (604) 718-6222; Email: secretary.hcr@gmail.com; Website: www.hastingscentrerockhounds.com/

16-17—TAMPA, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tampa Bay Fossil Club; Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 US-301; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $8, 12 and under free; The south' largest prehistoric show where the public can view fossils found right here in Florida, as well as artifacts left behind by Florida’s first people. FossilFest features educational activities for both children and adults designed to teach the public about Florida’s prehistoric history; contact Mike Searle, (813) 727-5539; Email: fossilnerd@msn.com; Website: tampabayfossilclub.com

16-17—ABILENE, TEXAS: Annual show; Central Texas Gem and Mineral Society; Taylor County Expo Center, 1700 SE 11th St; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adult Tickets - $5 Kids 6-12 - $3 Kids under 5 - FREE! Kids in Boy Scout or Girl Scout Uniforms - FREE! Military with ID - $3; Come to the 70th Anniversary of the Central Texas Gem & Mineral Society! Gems, minerals, specimens, jewelry, beads, crystals, geodes, fossils and more! The show will be located in the Display Building; contact Linda Walker; Website: www.abilenerockhounds.com

16-17—GAITHERSBURG, MARYLAND: Annual show; Gem, Lapidary and Mineral Society of Montgomery County Maryland; Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 16 Chestnut St, Building #6; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $6 ages 12+, Children 11 and younger free; More than 40 exhibits, 20 dealers, hourly door prizes. Free specimens for kids, Mini mine for kids, Fluorescent mineral tent, Demonstrations of Gold Panning, Jewelry Making, and Physics. Plenty of free parking. Visit www.glmsmc.com for a $1 off admission coupon; contact Show Chairman; Email: info@glmsmc.com; Website: www.glmsmc.com

22-24—LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY: Annual show; Blue Grass Gem and Mineral Club; Clarion Hotel, 1950 Newtown Pike; Fri. 4-8, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Everyone $5 except children under 12 and Scouts in uniform are free when accompanied by an adult; Show held in the Clarion's brand-new Convention Center. Vendors of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry and lapidary supplies. Grand raffle prize, hourly silent auctions, fluorescent display, and club sales; contact John Bradshaw, (859) 576-6785; Email: K4swx911@gmail.com; Website: bggamc.homestead.com

22-24—EUGENE, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Lane Events Center, 796 W 13th Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: www.gemfaire.com

22-24—CLOVIS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Fresno Gem and Mineral Society; Rodeo Grounds, 748 Rodeo Dr; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free; The 4th Annual Central Valley Gem & Mineral Show, sponsored by the Fresno Gem & Mineral Society, presents a great show for viewing, learning about and purchasing minerals, fossils, gems, beautiful handmade jewelry & much more Educational and fun for all ages! Silent Auction & Door Prizes; contact Peggy J Keating-Bolm, (708) 822-0361; Email: peggykeatingbolm2@gmail.com

22-24—LOVELAND, COLORADO: Annual show; Fort Collins Rockhounds, Inc; The Ranch, Thomas McKee Building, 5280 Arena Circle; Fri. 4-8, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adult admission is $4 for one day or $7 for a 3-day pass. Student (12-18 years old) admission is $1, Children under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult; This year's club exhibits feature Agate and Colorado Minerals. Metro State University hosts a hands-on rock identification table. Door prizes, two grand prizes, grab bag sales, children's activity table, and the silent auction are ongoing. Our dealers bring rough, slabs, equipment and fine jewelry; contact Nancy Howerter, (970) 206-9569; Email: fcrockhounds@gmail.com; Website: www.fortcollinsrockhounds.org

22-24—VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA: Retail show; Treasures of the Earth, Inc; Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th Street; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, 16 and under free; In addition to crystals, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads and pearls, there will be displays of Virginia rocks and minerals, lapidary arts demonstrations and geode cutting by the two Gem and Mineral societies of the area. A gemologist will also be available for appraisals; contact Ellen White, (804) 642-2011; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com; Website: www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com

23-24—CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA: Annual show; Cedar Valley Rock And Mineralogical Society; Cedar Valley Rock And Mineralogical Society, Hawkeye Downs Expo Center, 4400 6th Street SW; Sat. 8:30-6, Sun. 9:30-4; Adults over 18 $3, student 12-18 $1, children under 12 free, youth groups with an adult free; Child-friendly and excellent opportunities for homeschooling. Gem sluice, Rock and pebble kit, dinosaur bones, geodes, lots of vendors, raffle prizes, and door prizes. Silent auction; contact Marvin Houg, (319) 350-9435; Email: M_Houg@yahoo.com; Website: Cedarvalleyrockclub.org

23-24—CANTON, OHIO: Annual show; Stark County Gem & Mineral Club; Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Seniors $4, Children 6-14 $1, Scouts in uniform free; contact Show Chairman Vicky Waltz, (330) 862-2162

23-24—TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Sierra County Rock and Gem Society; Sierra County Fair Barn, 1321 Hyde Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free; Rough & Finished Rock, Slabs, Cabs, Beads, Jewelry, Petrified Wood, Fossils, Geode Cracking. Field Trips, Presentations, Demos. Gold and Sapphire Panning. Wheel of Fortune. Door Prizes. Family Friendly; contact Dan Lorimier, (575) 740-2927; Email: scragssierracounty@gmail.com; Website: scrags.org

23-24—ANGELES CAMP, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Calaveras Gem and Mineral Society; Calaveras County Fairgrounds, 2465 Gun Club Rd, Angels Camp, CA 95222; Sat. 10-5; Adults $5/Chidren 12 and under FREE with paying adult; contact Debby Brooks, (209) 736-4892; Email: dbb49@att.net

23-24—PLYMOUTH MEETING, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Philadelphia Mineralogical Society and The Delaware Valley Paleontological Society; Lu Lu Temple, 5140 Butler Pike; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $7 per adult, $2 kids 12 and under, Scouts in uniform free; Fossils, minerals, gems, speakers and exhibits. Kids Mineral Corner and Fossil Dig with free giveaways. Scouting merit badge information is available. Food and door prizes throughout both days; contact Douglas Klieger; Email: dklieger@verizon.net; Website: www.philamineralsociety.org/

23-24—CHICOPEE, MASSACHUSETTS: Annual show; Connecticut Valley Mineral Club; Castle of Knights, 1599 Memorial Avenue; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 9:30-3:30; adults $5, children 12 and under free with paid adult, scouts in uniform free with paid adult; Hourly door prize drawings for children and adults, free specimens for children, exhibits, 18 dealers, food available on site; contact Barbara J. Meyer, (978) 394-3144; Email: bjmeyer56@yahoo.com; Website: cvmineralclub.org

23-24—WYSOX, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Che-Hanna Rock & Mineral Club Inc; Wysox Vol. Fire Co. Social Hall, 111 Lake Rd; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adult - $3, Students $1, under 8 free; Fluorescent mineral program presented by UVBob. Exhibits of minerals, fossils and Native American artifacts. Dealers selling minerals, fossils, gemstones, jewelry. Mini-mine for the kids; contact Bob McGuire, (570) 928-9238; Email: uvbob1942@gmail.com; Website: www.chehannarocks.com

23-24—WINSTED, CONNETICUT: Annual show; Silver Spiral Creations; Whiting Mills, 100 Whiting Street; Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Rocks, Gems, Minerals and Jewelry show. Free admission. Kid activities. Door prizes; contact Lynne Patnode, (860) 459-9165; Email: Lynne@silverspiralcreations.com; Website: Silverspiralcreations.com

24-24—SAINT CLOUD, MINNESOTA: Annual show; St.Cloud Agate Swap; Bestwestern Kelly Inn / Green Mill, 100 4th Ave S; Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; One day only! Over 30 regional artisan vendors with crystals, rocks, gems, minerals, jewelry, apparel and more! Spread across 1st level of hotel; contact Andrew Lange, MN; Email: Stcagateswap@gmail.com

29-31—HILLSBORO, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: www.gemfaire.com

29-31—PEARBLOSSOM, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; The Outpost; Pearblossom, 34141 116th Street East; daily 9-5, daily 9-5, daily 9-5; Free Admission; contact Kyle Sandahl, (661) 944-1200; Email: Sandahlfamily3@gmail.com

30-31—RENO, NEVADA: Annual show; The Crystal Festival; Sparks Event Center, 4590 South Virginia Street; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free Admission & Parking; The Crystal Festival - A Rocks, Minerals, Gems, & Crystal Show Family Friendly. Over 60 Vendors! Crystal Healers, Mineral Dealers, Utah Rock Clubs, Mine Owners, Lapidary Artists and more. Presented by: The Crystal Barista; contact Adrienne Mcelwain, Address 2, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org

April 2024

4-6—WYOMING, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Indian Mounds Rock & Mineral Club; Rogers Plaza Town Center, 972 28th Street Southwest ; Thu. 9:30-9, Fri. 9:30-9, Sat. 9:30-7; Free; Many Professional Dealers Artisan Displays and Demonstrations Children’s Table – Egg Carton Collections & Grab Bags Geode Cracking – Be the First to see inside Your Geode! Museum Quality Exhibits – Rock & Mineral Identification Member & Club Sales; contact Kreigh Tomaszewski, (616) 243-5851; Email: kreigh@gmail.com; Website: indianmoundsrockclub.com/

5-6—KAHOKA, MISSOURI: Show and sale; Woodie Stephen Woodruff; Woodies Rock Shop/Warehouse, 135 North Morgan St; Fri. 3-8, Sat. 12-6; Free; Silent auction, Giveaways, Raffles, Gem stone panning, Kids show n tell. Free Geode cracking with purchase of unopen geode, including enhydros, from small to beach ball size. Accepting applications for 8, non-geode, rock & mineral dealers + 8 vendors that do not have to be rock & mineral related; contact Stephen Woodruff, (309) 313-2077; Email: woodiessuites@gmail.com

5-7—SANDY, UTAH: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 S State St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: www.gemfaire.com

5-7—PENSACOLA, FLORIDA: Annual show; H & R Gemshows; Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, 6655 Mobile Hwy; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Teens and Veterans $4, Children 12 and Under Free, Admission good for all three days; Over 20,000 SF of Fabulous Vendors of Jewelry, Gemstones, Crystals, Rough Rock, Beads, Fossils and so much more! Artisan Jewelers, spectacular display pieces, fluorescents, geode cracking. Grand Prize Drawing; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com

6-7—GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN: Show; Neville Public Museum Geology Club; The Neville Public Museum, 210 Museum Place; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Suggested donation $2 for adults, kids under 14 free; The Neville Public Museum Geology Club presents “Earth’s Treasures” 2024 Rock, Gem & Mineral Show; contact Randy Westberg; Email: mutualman@localnet.com

6-7—MILFORD, CONNETICUT: Annual show; New Haven Mineral Club; Platt Technical High School, 600 Orange Avenue; Sat. 9:30-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $6 Adults, Children under 12 free accompanied by an adult; contact Arthur Doyle, (203) 530-4554; Email: adoyle@crofut.com; Website: newhavenmineralclub.org

6-7—LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: Annual show; Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Sandhills Global Event Center (Lancaster Event Center), 84th and Havelock; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $6 per adult, $11 2-day Pass, Children 11 and under FREE with a Paid Adult. $1 off admission with a can donation to the Food Bank of Lincoln; 64Th Annual Gem Show! Youth Booth, Dealers, Exhibits, Demonstrations, Nebraska Gem Dig (outside), Fluorescent Display, Club Rock Pile (Inside), Artifacts, and Mineral Identification. Dealer Booth Space is FULL; contact James Marburger, (402) 430-6703; Email: James.marburger@outlook.com; Website: www.lincolngemmineralclub.org

6-7—SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS: Annual show; Southwest Gem & Mineral Society; Morris Center @ Joe Freeman Coliseum, 475 AT&T Parkway Gate E; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5 Seniors/Military $3 Child Over 7 $1; Gems, minerals, rocks, 26 dealers, silent auction, kids lucky wheel, kids table, demonstrations, make your own cabochon, hourly prized, grand prize, parking $10 [free single adult entry with receipt] proceeds go to Earth Science scholarships for three San Antonio Universities. Fun for the entire family; contact Robert Bowie, (830) 387-1766; Email: krbotx@gvtc.com; Website: SWGMS.ORG

6-7—TAMPA, FLORIDA: Wholesale and retail show; Tampa Bay Mineral & Science Club; Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. Hwy 301 N; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $10 Adults, $8 Seniors/Military, Kids under 10 - Free; Tampa Bay Mineral & Science Club 4th - Annual Spring Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show Gems, Beads, Findings, Jewelry, Mineral Specimens (crystals), Cabochons, Slabs, Fluorescents, Fossils, Fun-filled kids corner with activities including a sluice and microscope viewing, Door Prizes; contact Peter Favaro, (813) 684-2039; Website: tampabayrockclub.org

7-7—WATERLOO, IOWA: Show and sale; Black Hawk Gem and Mineral Society; Waterloo Center for the Arts, 225 Commercial St; Sun. 11-5; Free admission - donations appreciated; Demonstrations of flintknapping, gold panning, fluorescent rocks and lapidary with exhibits of rocks, fossils, agates, minerals and crystals. Vendors will sell rocks, minerals, fossils and crystals, apparel and jewelry. Kids activities include make your own fossil; contact Dave Malm, (319) 266-6433; Email: info@bhgmsrockclub.org; Website: www.facebook.com/groups/726842459051608/permalink/871536367915549/?mibextid=Nif5oz

12-14—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Tar Heel Gem & Mineral Club; Kerr Scott Building, State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd; Fri. 3-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; there will be a charge for admission; Hospitality area for door prize ticket sales, t-shirt sales, membership, grab bag sales. Silent Auction for various minerals, fossils & jewelry. Geode for sales and opening the geodes purchased. Demonstration for club members to show their skills; contact Cyndy Hummel, (919) 779-6220; Email: mchummel@mindspring.com; Website: tarheelclub.org

13-13—ANTIGO, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Langlade Gem & Mineral Club; Chocadoodledoo LLC, 816 5th Ave; Sat. 10-4; Adults $1, Children under 12 Free and Veterans Free; contact Roger Wilder, (920) 737-7490; Email: rog-chriswilder@hotmail.com

13-14—MARIPOSA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mariposa Gem and Mineral Club; Mariposa County Fairgrounds, 5007 Fairgrounds Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $3 for adults, kids 14 and under are free, parking is free; A great selection of vendors with all sorts of gems and minerals and related items, a fabulous raffle, silent auction, geode cutting, and, of course, food; contact Meredith Meehan; Email: mgmc@sti.net; Website: mariposagemclub.org

13-14—MARION, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Southern Illinois Earth Science Club, Inc; Pavilion of the City of Marion, 1602 Sioux Drive; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $2 Children 18 and under free; Door prizes, silent auctions, fluorescent light shows, educational displays, dealers and more; contact Michael Chontofalsky, (618) 532-0455; Email: chontofalsky@att.net; Website: siesclub.org

13-14—DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Des Plaines Valley Geological Society; Des Plaines Park District Leisure Center, 2222 Birch Street; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults, $3; Seniors, $2; Students with ID, $1; Children under 12 free when accompanied by an adult; Children's area, silent auction, exhibits, demonstrators. Unique door prizes. Fossil dealers, mineral dealers, jewelry and gemstone dealers; contact Mike Hanley, (815) 222-8197; Email: Geodeguy@att.net

13-14—PLACERVILLE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; El Dorado County Mineral and Gem Society; El Dorado County Fairgrounds, Placerville Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $7 kids free; contact Byron Anderson

13-14—JOHNSON CITY, NEW YORK: Annual show; New York Southern Tier Geology Club Annual Show; Johnson Senior Center, 30 Brockton Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $4; Children 12 and up, $3.50; Under 12 free, $.50 Discount with pennysaver coupon; contact Donald Tuttle, (607) 369-7323; Email: sginkusa@gmail.com; Website: sginkusa@gmail.com

13-14—CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA: Annual show; Anoka County Gem & Mineral Club; Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr. N; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free; voluntary donation; contact Martha Miss, (651) 459-0343; Email: martha@rock-biz.biz

19-21—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; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: www.gemfaire.com

19-21—SOUTH JORDAN, UTAH: Annual show; Wasatch Gem Society; Bastian Agricultural Center, 2100 West 11400 South; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $2 Adults, Kids 12 & Under Free; 80 Dealers of Crystals, Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Wood, Gemstones, Jewelry, Dino Bone, Rock Art and much more. Door Prizes, Wheel of Fortune, Kids Area, Rock Bags, Demonstrations, Sphere making, Show and Tell and Show Case Displays. Free Parking; contact Roberta Chase; Email: roberta.chase@outlook.com

19-21—SARASOTA, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gemshows; Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 901 N Tamiami Trail; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Teens and Veterans $4, Children 12 and under Free. Admission Good for all three days; Featuring 10,000 SF of Fabulous vendors of Fine Jewelry, Gemstones, Crystals, Beads, Mineral Specimens, Fossils and so much more! Something for everyone! Grand Prize drawing; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com

19-21—DANVILLE, INDIANA: Annual show; Indianapolis Gem, Mineral And Jewelry Show; Hendricks County Fairgrounds, 1900 East Main Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; 18 and older: $8, 11-17: $2, 10 and under: Free; Featuring the finest Gems, Minerals, Jewelry, Fossils, Meteorites and Beads from Around The World; contact Alan Koch; Email: agmjs3@gmail.com; Website: www.americangemshow.com

20-21—KENNEWICK, WASHINGTON: 27th Annual Gem and Mineral Show; Lakeside Gem and Mineral; Benton County Fairgrounds, 1500 South Oak; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 (good for both days) 14 and under free with paid adult admission; Collectors’ exhibits; Gem, Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Dealers; demonstrations including cabochon fashioning, gemstone faceting, gem trees, sphere making, silversmithing, wire wrapping and jewelry fabrication; silent auction; Kid’s Korner – Crafts and Games; door prizes; raffle; Fluorescent display; contact Larry Hulstrom, (509) 308-8312; Email: rockhound132@charter.net; Website: Lakesidegemandmineralclub.com

20-21—TROY, OHIO: Annual show; Miami County Gem & Mineral Club; Miami County Fairgrounds, 650 N. Co Rd 25A; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $3, free admission for children under 18; contact Dewey Buck, (937) 308-3012; Email: deweybuck12@gmail.com; Website: www.mcgamc.org

20-21—THOUSAND OAKS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Conejo Valley Gem & Mineral Club; Borchard Community Park, 190 N Reino Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; FREE for all ages; Event includes: Displays by club members of special collections, silent auction of selected specimens, vendors of jewelry, specimens of rocks, fossils, minerals and gems from around the world, demonstrators of lapidary arts, kids activities with prizes, door prizes, plant sales ; contact Karen Abrahams, (805) 908-1428; Email: karenjabrahams@gmail.com; Website: cgamc.org/home

24-28—JOSHUA TREE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Joshua Tree Gem & Mineral Show; Joshua Tree Lake RV & Campground, 2601 Sunfair Rd; Wed. 9-5, Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5; Free parking, free admission; 2024 Spring Show Joshua Tree Gem & Mineral Show. This will be our second show at the new location Joshua Tree RV Lake and campground. This is a beautiful natural location just adding to the great nature of being around many great Gem amd Mineral Vendors of all types; contact Bill Sherwood, (760) 218-6137; Email: socaldesert@yahoo.com

26-28—WICHITA, KANSAS: Annual show; Wichita Gem & Mineral Society; Cessna Activity Center, 2744 George Washington Blvd, 8318 SE Highway 77; Fri. 9:30-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults-$5; Youth 13-17-$1; Children 12 and under free with an adult; Special Things for Children: Friday, April 26 is Education Day. School children will learn how to identify rocks and minerals. Attractions include Junior Rock Pile, Gem Hunt, Fossil Hunt, Fluorescent Rock Show and Grad Bags. 22 dealers from across the USA will have rocks, gems and jewelry; contact Gene Maggard, (316) 742-3746; Email: GANDPMAGGARD@GMAIL.COM

26-28—GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Annual show; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc; Josephine County Fairgrounds Pavilion Building, 1451 Fairgrounds Rd; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Vendors, Demonstrators, Silent Auction, Raffle, Kids Corner, Display Cases, Fluorescent Room, Food Truck and free Admission. Vendor spots are full but there is a waiting list available; contact Michelle Wheeler, (541) 955-0173; Email: 1313althouse@gmail.com; Website: www.roguegemandgeology.org/

26-28—RICHMOND, VIRGINIA: Retail show; Treasures of the Earth, Inc; Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 E Laburnum Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, sixteen and under free; There will jewelry of all types, custom faceted-gemstones, and beads. The crystals, minerals, and fossils range from reasonably priced specimens to museum quality specimens. The Richmond Gem and Mineral Society will be present with displays of Virginia rocks and minerals and of dinosaur bones; contact Ellen White, (804) 642-2011; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com; Website: www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com

27-28—WEST SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: 56th Annual Rock and Gem Show; West Seattle Rock Club; Alki Masonic Temple (West Seattle), 4736 40th Avenue SW; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free; Vendors, Silent Auction, Activities for Kids, Demonstrations, Food; contact Annette Nelson; Email: show@westseattlerockclub.org; Website: www.westseattlerockclub.org

27-28—CUYAHOGA FALLS, OHIO: Show and sale; Akron Mineral Society & Summit Lapidary Club; Emidio & Sons Expo Center, 48 East Bath Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Admission: Adults $5, seniors (55+) & Students $4, Children (7-14) $1, scouts in uniform free; 38 quality vendors. Demonstrations, silent auction & children's activities. Mineral id throughout the day. Wheelchair accessible, food trucks both days and credit cards acceptable for admissions; contact Evelyn Tryon, (330) 673-9664; Email: Gemboree76@gmail.com; Website: www.summitlapidaryclub.com/gemboree

27-28—EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Eau Claire County Expo Center, 5530 Lorch Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; 60th Annual Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society Show & Sale. Jewelry, Gemstones, Minerals, Agates, Geodes, Fossils, Petrified Wood, Rock Art, Beads, Supplies, Copper & Silver Finds, Crystals, Amethyst, Books & Activities for children & Demonstrations; contact Paul Tubbs, (715) 834-5747; Email: CVGMS2017@gmail.com

27-28—SANFORD, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society, Inc.; Sanford Civic Center, 401 E. Seminole Blvd; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Adults $6, Kids $3, Scouts in uniform free; Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society, Inc., a non-profit 501(C)3 educational organization is hosting a Rock, Mineral, Gem, Jewelry & Fossil Show. Vendors offering rocks, minerals, gemstones fossils, beads, artifacts, metaphysical stones, cabs, etc. Silent auction, door prizes and family activities; contact Salvatore Sansone, (321) 278-9294; Email: ssfossilhunter@aol.com; Website: www.cfmgs.org

27-28—MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Annual show; Memphis Archaeological and Geological Society; Memphis Agricenter, 7777 Walnut Grove Road,, 2038 Central Ave; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $6, 2-day pass $10, 12 & under $2, Scouts in uniform free; Over 50 Dealers and Exhibitors selling rocks, fossils, minerals, crystals, gemstones, opals, beads and jewelry. Kids Areas. Includes the original “Memphis Rock Banquet" a full table display of rocks that look like real food; contact WC McDaniel, (901) 490-3575; Email: info@theearthwideopen.com; Website: www.theearthwideopen.wixsite.com

27-28—DOVER, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Annual show; Southeastern New Hampshire Mineral Club; Dover Elks Lodge, 282 Durham Road (Route 108); Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; $5 Adults, children under 12 Free (must be accompanied by adult; The 19th Annual Earl & Melvina Packard Rock, Gem & Mineral Show. Large venue with many fine dealers of Gems, Minerals, Jewelry and more. Silent auction every ½ hour and door prize drawing every hour. Rock saws running to open your geode treasures, cabbing demonstrations both days and a “Kid’s Dig” area; contact Brian, (207) 606-9721; Email: cshore108@yahoo.com; Website: www.senhmc.org/

27-28—ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA: Annual show; Dale's Rocks & More; Furniture & Things Community Event Center, 1000 School St NW; Sat. 9-4, Sun. 9-4; All Ages! Kids 14 & Under free with paid adult; Combining two fantastic shows into one Spectacular Event! Where Rocks, Gems & Crystals share space with other Artisans & Creations! Mark your Calendars for this fun indoor family-friendly! Rocks, Crystals & Artisans presenting their finest; contact Dale Fure, (612) 708-8279; Email: dalesrocks_more@outlook.com; Website: Dale's Rocks & More on Facebook

May 2024

3-4—YUCAIPA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Yucaipa Valley Gem and Mineral Society; City of Yucaipa Music and Arts Festival, Yucaipa Blvd and Adams St; Fri. 5-10, Sat. 12-9; free; Show will have 15 dealers, kids' activities, geode cracker, club store, and great raffle. The show is held in conjunction with the City of Yucaipa Music and Arts Festival, having other arts & craft vendors, family activities, food, beer, and wine booths, plus name bands at night; contact Lee Peterson, (909) 794-0731; Email: grandpasgems@gmail.com; Website: www.yvgms.org/

3-5—SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Scottish Rite Center, 6151 H St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: www.gemfaire.com

3-5—KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Kalamazoo Geological and Mineral Society; Kalamazoo County Expo Center, 2900 Lake St; Fri. 2-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5 & Ages 12 & under free; contact Dave Haas, (269) 370-3656; Email: stonehouserock@cs.com

3-5—MCPHERSON, KANSAS: Annual show; McPherson Gem and Mineral Club; 4-H Fairgrounds, 710 W. Woodside; Fri. 9:30-5:30, Sat. 9-5:30, Sun. 10:30-3; Free Admission; Saturday Evening Auction @ 7:15; contact Larry Hackney, (475) 283-7780; Email: larryrocks538@gmail.com; Website: www.mcphersongemandmineralclub.org

4-5—LANCASTER, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Antelope Valley Gem and Mineral Club; Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 W Ave H; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Lots of vendors, displays and activities for the family. Parking and Admission are free; contact Jamie, (661) 526-3564; Email: Marylandoriole@gmail.com

4-5—KINGMAN, ARIZONA: Annual show; Mohave County Gemstoners; Mohave County Fairgrounds, 2600 Fairgrounds Blvd; Sat. 9-4, Sun. 9-3; Free parking and admission; Slabs, Cabs, Minerals and Specimens. Silent Auction, Raffles & Door Prizes. KIDS TABLE! Lots of fun for everyone; contact Daina Sandhop, (425) 268-9983; Website: www.gemstoners.org/

4-5—BOULDER CITY, NEVADA: Show and sale; Southern Nevada Gem & Mineral Society; Boulder City Gym (at Spring Jamboree Festival), 900 Arizona St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free; Join us for displays, special rocks, amazing gemstones, unusual minerals, handmade jewelry, beautiful silver-smithed pieces, home decor, crafts, and more. Plus a special kids section for game playing, learning, and prize-winning. In air-conditioned comfort in the gym at the Spring Jamboree festival. Applications available at our website; contact Orville Weimers, (702) 743-3277; Email: sngmsjamboreeshowchair@gmail.com; Website: www.SNVGMS.org

4-5—TOPSFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS: Annual show; North Shore Rock & Mineral Club; Topsfield Fairgrounds, 207 Boston Road, Rte 1; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; General Admission $7; $6 with copy of ad/coupon; Children under 12 Free; Free Parking; contact Joe Weisberg, (781) 861-6653; Email: northshorerockandmineral@gmail.com; Website: www.northshorerock.org

4-5—KINGMAN, ARIZONA: Annual show; Mohave County Gemstoners; Mohave County Fairgrounds, 2600 Fairgrounds Blvd; Sat. 9-4, Sun. 9-3; Free admission and parking; Cabs, Slabs, Minerals and Specimens. Door Prizes Silent Auction, Raffle and kids table. Fun for everyone; contact Daina Sandhop, (425) 268-9983

10-12—COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: www.gemfaire.com

10-12—MOUNT IDA, ARKANSAS: Annual show; Travelin Rocks; Quartz Capital Of The World, 1210 Hwy 270 E; Fri. 12-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; Come join us this spring in the quartz capital of the world!! For a weekend gems, minerals, crystals & fossils from around the world!! Along with some seriously talented local crafters, it's sure to be a great time! Rain or Shine! Vendors Text (870 490 2997) for more information; contact Chris Wood, (870) 490-2997; Email: bearisgrateful@gmail.com

10-12—COLUMBIA, MISSOURI: Annual sho