Rock & Gem Show DatesSeptember 2024 21-22—OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Oshkosh Earth Science Club; Sunnyview Exposition Center, 500 E County Rd. Y; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults - $2 Kids under 12 Free; Member Displays - Demonstrations Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry Over 20 Vendors filling over 80 Tables Door Prizes - Raffles Fun Children's Area; contact Michael Lenz; Email: 2817@sbcglobal.net; Website: www.facebook.com/people/Oshkosh-Earth-Science-Club/100064428711904/ 21-22—POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK: Show and sale; Mid-Hudson Valley Gem & Mineral Society, Inc; Gold's Gym & Family Sports Center, 258 Titusville Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, Seniors / Students $4, Children Under 12 FREE With Adult; 30 Dealers; Six Free Rocks for Kids at "Glitter Mountain"; Sluice at "Garnet Gulch" for treasure; Earth Science "Scavenger Hunt" for HS Students; Lapidary Demonstrations; Fluorescent Mineral display; "The World of Crystals" - displays by MHVG&MS and Vassar Geology Museum; Wholesale Dealers; contact Linda Wuest, (845) 626-7136; Email: garnet327@hvc.rr.com; Website: www.mhvgms.orgOctober 2024 2-6—JOSHUA TREE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Joshua Tree Gem & Mineral Show; Joshua Tree Lake RV and Campground, 2601 Sunfair Rd; Wed. 9-5, Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5; Sun. 9-4; Free Admission & Parking • Scads of vendors • Selling items for the whole family • Come one & all for a day or weekend • Discovering the Earth's amazing wonders; contact Bill Sherwood, (760) 218-6137; Email: socaldesert@yahoo.com; Website: www.facebook.com/groups/1620716395007100 4-6—ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Jay Penn; Expo NM State Fairgrounds, 300 San Pedro NE; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission; At Expo NM State Fairgrounds in the Creative Arts Bldg. Enter at Gate 3 @ 300 San Pedro and Copper. 70 dealers, mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, cabochons, beads; contact Jay Penn, (505) 883-4195; Email: jaypenn246@gmail.com; Website: abqfallshow.wix.com/abq-fall-show 4-6—PLANT CITY, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gem Shows; Sadye Gibbs Community Center, 1601 E Dr MLK Jr Drive; 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; 15,000 SF of fabulous vendors of Fine and Artisan Jewelry, Gemstones, Crystals, Beads, Rocks and Specimens, Fossils and so much more! Find something for everyone! Bench Jeweler, Geodes, Grand Prize Drawing; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com 4-6—VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA: Retail show; Treasures of the Earth, Inc; Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, sixteen 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 4-6—HILLSBORO, OREGON: Annual show; Portland Regional Gem & Mineral Show; Wingspan Event and Conference Center at the Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Admission $7 for Weekend Pass (at event door only), Kids 12 and under free; Presentations on fluorescent minerals, learning stations and meteorites for families with kids on Saturday morning. Kids hourly drawing for gold panning, kids activities and games.40+ dealers selling rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, faceted gems, and lapidary.Try our scavenger hunt through 50 display exhibits of rocks, minerals, and fossils. Interactive Fossil area.Door prizes, Raffle, and Silent Auctions. Interactive demonstrations from experienced artisans in subjects like wire wrapping, cabbing, faceting and more. Special demonstration and exhibit from the Fluorescent Mineral Society and the Northwest Mineral Prospectors Club. This show helps to benefit 5 regional non-profit clubs to share knowledge and interest in lapidary arts, geology, paleontology and mineralogy; contact Portland Gem & Mineral Show; Website: portlandregionalgemandmineral.com 4-6—WESTWEGO, LOUISIANA: Annual show; Gem and Mineral Society of Louisiana, New Orleans; Alario Center, 2000 Segnette Blvd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $7 per adult, weekend admission; $3 per child, age 12-16; free, age 11 years and under; Kids rock pit, kids area, cabbing demonstrations, dinosaur bones display, silent auction, door prizes, grand prize and much more; contact Dave Cope; Email: 2024show@gmsofla.org; Website: gmsofla.org 4-6—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, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 5-5—MACUNGIE, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Pennsylvania Earth Sciences Association; Macungie Memorial Park, 50 Poplar St; Sat. 8:30-3; Free admission; Two floors of indoor dealers, two fluorescent mineral sections, and outdoor 'tailgating' style dealers (weather permitting) await you - all for free admission! Specimens include fossils, gems, minerals, rocks, and related items from six continents and even outer space; contact Dane Transue; Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064902032245 5-6—EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Worthen Earth Searchers; Rock Island County Fairgrounds, 4200 Archer Drive; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $1, children under 12 are free; Over 30 indoor and outdoor vendors offering handcrafted jewelry, rocks, gems, fossils and minerals. Enjoy our great raffles and famous silent auction! Look for our vendors providing wire-wrapping and gem setting while you wait, holistic healing stones, a gem mining sluice and geode cracking; contact Mike Shumate, (217) 219-2315; Email: cc31068@yahoo.com; Website: worthenearthsearchers.org 5-6—SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS: Annual show; LOESS Lincoln Orbit Earth Science Society; James Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $2, Seniors and students $1, Children under 12 free; Large Children Section with build a rock collection and other activities. Silent Auction, Door prizes, Dealer with Geode Cracking. The exploration journey requires sign-up; contact Ed Wagner, Show Chairman, (309) 838-7782; Email: LOESSpresident@gmail.com; Website: www.loess.org/ 5-6—JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Rock River Valley Geological Society; Jefferson County Fair Park, 503 N. Jackson Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Freewill Offering; Demonstrations Lapidary and Wire wrapping. Children's Activity Area. Mineral, Fossil, Gemstone and Jewelry Dealers; contact Steven Streich, (608) 655-1011; Email: srockshop@gmail.com; Website: www.stevensrockshop.com 5-6—PORT MOODY, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Port Moody Rock & Gem Club; Kyle Centre, 125 Kyle Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Admission is by donation; Dealers, displays, demonstrations and games for the kids including spin & win and gem panning; contact Andrew Danneffel; Email: adanneffel@atomation.com; Website: www.portmoody.rocks 5-6—RALSTON, NEBRASKA: Annual show; Nebraska Mineral and Gem Club; Liberty First Credit Union Arena Banquet Hall, 7300 Q St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $6, students 12-18 and Seniors $4, under 12 free; Demonstrations & Dealers, Kids Activities, Displays. Check out the Gems & Jewelry, Fossils & Minerals, Rock Paintings and Carvings, Rough rock, slabs and tumbling mix. Proceeds go to help college geology students with field camps; contact Tammy Jeanneret, (402) 873-6515; Email: tjeanneret@hughes.net; Website: nerockgem.org 5-6—MONROE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Marysville Rock and Gem Club; Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave SE, Display Bldg #500; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; Dealers with rock rough, slabs, and polished cabs to gem quality faceting rough; minerals, fossils, tools, and lapidary equipment; jewelry, beads, gems, and books. Door prizes, silent auctions, raffle prizes and food service; contact Michael Morrissey, (206) 972-5422; Email: support@marysvillerockclub.com; Website: www.marysvillerockclub.com 5-6—ANDERSON, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Shasta Gem and Mineral Society; Shasta District Fairgrounds, 1890 Briggs St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free Admission; Door Prizes; 67th Annual Show. Jewelry, Crystals, Minerals, Fossils, Gemstones, Silent Auction, Exhibits, Raffle, Kids Area, Free Family Fun; contact Kelly O'Leary, (530) 722-7133; Email: kelly13@shasta.com; Website: www.shastagemandmineral.org 5-6—GRASS VALLEY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Nevada County Gem and Mineral; Nevada County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5, Children Aged 12 and Under Free w/ Paid Adult. Military w/ I.D. Free; 2024 Earth's Treasures Show. 25 Vendors, Exhibit Display Cases, Lapidary Demonstrations, Gold Panning, Silent Auction, Raffles, Kids Corner, Snake Charmers, Lazy Dog Ice Cream and Top Dog Hot Dogs and Plenty of Free Parking; contact Mitchell Frank Van Hecke, (530) 575-4252; Email: 4vanclan5@att.net; Website: http:www.ncgms.org 5-6—CABOT, ARKANSAS: Annual show; Central Arkansas Gem, Mineral and Geology Society; Veterans Park Event Center, 508 North Lincoln Street; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; 13 and over $3 per day, Scouts in uniform free; contact Barbara Champagne, , (501) 258-2576; Email: barbara.champagne@live.com; Website: www.centralarrockhound.org 11-13—PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gem Shows; Central Panhandle Fairgrounds, 2230 15th St; 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; About 10,000 SF of Fabulous vendors of Fine and Artisan Jewelry, Gemstones, Crystals, Specimens, Beads, Rough Rock and Fossils and so much more! Something for everyone; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com 11-13—WARREN, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Michigan Mineralogical Society; Macomb Community College Sports & Expo Center, 14500 E. 12 Mile Rd; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-5; Adults $8; Seniors $5; Children $5; Free for Veterans; The 79th Annual Greater Detroit Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show offers free parking, free lectures, 70+ dealers; free mineral ID, first 200 attendees each day receive free fossil, free panning for gold for children, $1 grab bags, fossil dig for children; contact David Lurie, (248) 224-0752; Email: dlurie2001@comcast.net; Website: www.michmin.org/show-info 11-13—HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA: Annual show; Huntsville Gem & Mineral Society; Jaycee Community Center, 1280 Airport Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $3, Weekend $5, Kids $1 or free, Free Parking; Precious and semiprecious stones, beads, fossils, minerals, custom jewelry, art objects, and lapidary materials and equipment of every type and price. Kid's educational opportunities, hands-on activities, mining flume, fossil hunt, geode cracking. Displays, drawings, Food service; contact Lowell Zoller, (256) 534-8803; Email: Lzol@comcast.net; Website: www. huntsvillegms.org 11-13—BUCKEYE, ARIZONA: Annual show; West Valley Rock and Mineral Club/10th Annual Helzarockin'; Buckeye Equestrian & Events Center, 10300 S Miller Road; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-2; Adults $4, kids under 13 free; rocks, gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, slabs, cabs, scavenger hunt, rock painting, gold panning, food & drink vendors, FREE PARKING; contact Nikolle Dougherty, (619) 277-6268; Email: Nwertel@yahoo.com; Website: Westvalleymineral@gmail.com 11-13—LOGAN, UTAH: Annual show; Cache Rock and Gem Club; Cache County Event Center, 450 S 500 W; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; Adults $3, Families $10, 12 and under free; Our show has Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry, Displays, Educational Exhibits, Demonstrators, Supplies, Vendors, Fabulous Fluorescence and Door prizes. Activities for the kids include: Wheel of Fortune, Mystery Bags and Gem Hunt; contact Brett Fonnsbeck; Email: crgc.showmanager@gmail.com; Website: cacherockandgemclub.com 11-13—MOUNT IDA, ARKANSAS: Annual show; Mount Ida Gem, Mineral & Craft Show; Outdoor Show in the Triangle field, 1210 Hwy 270 E; Fri. 11-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free Admission and Parking; "Quartz Capital Of the World", Gemstones, Crystals, Mineral Specimens from Around the World, Fossils, Hand Crafted Jewelry, Lapidary, Home Made Jellies, Arts & Crafts, Food Vendors, Dig Piles for The Kids to Find their Own Treasures for Free Vending Opportunity Available Outdoor Event; contact Chris Wood, (870) 490-2997; Email: bearisgrateful@gmail.com 11-13—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, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 12-13—FAIRFIELD, IOWA: Show and sale; Sac & Fox Lapidary Club; Jefferson County Fair Grounds, 2606 W Burlington Ave; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free admission; Fossil dig for kids; contact Steve Mitchell; Email: Mitchell1972@comcast.net 12-13—REDWOOD CITY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Peninsula Gem and Geology Society and the Sequoia Gem and Mineral Society; Community Activities Building, 1400 Rosevelt Avenue; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $5, children under 12 Free; Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Gems, Jewelry, Beads, Demonstrations, Kids Activities; contact Cliff Imprescia; Email: cci@pacbell.net 12-13—SIERRA VISTA, ARIZONA: Annual show; Huachuca Mineral & Gem Club, Inc; The Mall at Sierra Vista, 2200 El Mercado Loop; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; 50th Annual Show! Geode sales and cutting; Displays of fluorescent minerals, minerals of Arizona, and fossils of Cochise County; contact Maudie E. Bailey, (520) 249-1541; Email: gmbailey@msn.com; Website: hmgc.site/ 12-13—TEMPLE, TEXAS: Annual show; Tri-City Gem and Mineral Society; Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center, 3301 N. 3rd Street; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 Adults, $3 13-17 years, children free when with adult or guardian; Vendors galore with a wide variety of rough, slabs, fossils, jewelry, rock-related clothing, rock lamps. New children's activities based on our theme, "ROCK RUSTLERS," wear western stuff; contact Lois Ruth Rolston, (254) 718-2559; Email: lrolston@hot.rr.com 12-13—REDWOOD CITY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Sequoia Gem & Mineral Society and Peninsula Gem and Geology Society; Redwood City Community Activities Building, 1400 Roosevelt Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $5 and kids under 12 are free; Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Crystals, Beads, Gems and Jewelry, Educational Demonstrations and Free Rocks for Kids; contact Cathy Phalan, (650) 743-7447; Email: catphalen@comcast.net; Website: sequoiagemandmineralsociety.org. OR Pggs.org 12-13—SIGNAL HILL, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Long Beach Mineral and Gem Society; Signal Hill Public Library, 1800 E Hill Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Vendors, Displays and Lapidary Demonstrations, Kid's Activities, Raffle and more; contact Karin Alvarez, (562) 253-1390; Email: lbmineralgemsociety@gmail.com; Website: lbmineralgem.org 12-13—TOPEKA, KANSAS: Annual show; The Topeka Gem & Mineral Society; Stormont Vail Event Agricultural Hall, 17th & Topeka Blvd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adult $6, Students (13-17) $2, Child under 13 with Adult FREE Coupon $1 off available. Cash only at door; Vendors, Demonstrations, Silent Auctions, Raffle, Juniors area, Speakers, Lots of activities for children; contact Millie Mowrey, (785) 267-2849; Email: rock2plate@aol.com; Website: www.topekagms.org 18-20—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 18-20—HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Catawba Valley Gem & Mineral Club, Inc; Hickory Metro Convention Center, 1960 13th Ave. Dr. SE; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Admission is $6 which is good for all three days. Children 12 and under are admitted free. Law enforcement officers, fire fighters and active or retired military with credentials, Scouts and Leaders in uniform will be admitted free anytime during this 3 day event; Drawings for regular door prizes will be held every hour and a Grand Door Prize will be drawn on Sunday at 5 PM. Each paid admission will be eligible for the Grand Door Prize drawing. The club will be selling grab bags containing minerals and fossils for $1 each for as long as they last; contact Dean Russell, (828) 303-1448; Email: cvgmcsecretary@aol.com; Website: www.cvgmc.comOctober 2024-November 2024 31-3—SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; JOGS Sand Diego Gem & Jewelry Show; San Diego Convention Center, 111 Harbor Dr; daily 10-5, Sun. 9-3; Registered Buyers: FREE - General Admission - $20 - Proof of Military: FREE - Children: No Children under 14 will be admitted; JOGS San Diego Gem & Jewelry Trade Show is the leading West Coast gem and jewelry trade event perfectly timed for buyers looking to restock for the busy holiday season; contact Yelena Masenko, (213) 629-3030; Email: advertising@jogsshow.com; Website: https://jogsshow.com/November 2024 1-3—LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Annual show; Southern Nevada Gem & Mineral Society; Santa Fe Hotel & Casino, 4949 N Rancho Blvd; Fri. 1-7, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; adults $10, accompanied children under 18 free; Over 50 vendors showcasing the finest gem and mineral experience in Las Vegas. Discover the fascinating world of gems, minerals, crystals, decor, and jewelry. Hourly Silent Auctions, free demonstrations, and presentations. Come add some treasures to your collection, or find unique holiday gifts; contact Orville Wiemers, (702) 743-3277; Email: sngmsshowchair@gmail.com; Website: www.snvgms.org 1-3—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, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 2-3—OAKS, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Tuscarora Lapidary Society; The Greater Philadelphia EXPO Center, 100 Station Avenue; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $6, Children under 12 years $1, 2-day adult tickets $9. Boy/Girl Scouts in uniform with adult Scoutmaster admitted free; 2024 will be the 55th year that Tuscarora Lapidary Society hosts its annual fine gem, jewelry and mineral show Gemarama. This show features many vendors, educational and competitive exhibit cases, a lapidary arts demonstration area and children's activities; contact Linda Green; Email: tuscaroralapidary@gmail.com; Website: www.lapidary.org 2-3—AMARILLO, TEXAS: Annual show; Golden Spread Gem, Mineral & Treasure Society; Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Admission $5 Adults, under 13, first responders and Boy Scouts in uniform get in Free; Golden Spread Gem, Mineral & Treasure Society 62nd Annual Show, Hourly Door prizes, Grand Prize and Silent Auction; contact Shanna Smith, (806) 570-7550; Email: ss3762@yahoo.com; Website: goldenspreadgemmineraltreasuresociety.com 2-3—SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; San Diego Mineral & Gem Society; Liberty Station Conference Center, 2600 Laning Rd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission and Free Parking; We have 20 plus dealers with unique mineral specimens, quality gems (rough, cut, loose, and set in fine silver or gold), and fossils from around the world. There's a kid's zone, showcase displays and demonstrations as well as FREE gem and mineral ID (limit 10 minerals). Only Service Animals Allowed; contact LuAnn H Benton, (858) 945-4762; Email: luannz@att.net 2-3—RIDGECREST, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Indian Wells Gem and Mineral Society; Desert Empire Fairgrounds, 520 S. Richmond Road; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission; Field trip to Rainbow Ledge agate claim on Sunday November 3, 2024; contact Miguel Gonzales, (760) 382-2967; Email: miglorgonzal@hotmail.com 2-3—GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Show and sale; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc; Josephine County Fairground Pavilion Building, 1451 Fairgrounds Rd; Sat. 9-5, Mon. 10-4; Free admission adults, seniors & kids; Gem & Mineral Sale Vendors, silent auction, raffle & wheel of fortune No open spaces available; contact Michelle Wheeler, (541) 955-0173; Email: 1313althouse@gmail.com; Website: www.roguegemandgeology.org/ 2-3—TAMPA, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tampa Bay Mineral and Science Club; Florida State Fairgrounds, Special Events Center, 4802 U.S. 301 N; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $10, seniors and military with ID $8, kids under 10 free; Over 50 vendors offering an assortment of unique slabs, cabochons, beads, gems, jewelry, and more. Kids' section with a sluice, a touch table with rock identification, scavenger hunt and a bean bag toss. Learn how to make jewelry at the in-person make-and-take classes. Door prizes; contact Peter Favaro, (813) 684-2039; Email: tampamineral@gmail.com; Website: tampabayrockclub.org 2-3—CONCORD, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Contra Costa Mineral & Gem Society; Centre Concord, 5298 Clayton Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults (13+) $10. Child (12 & Under) FREE. Youth Groups in Uniform FREE. FREE Sunday with Paid Saturday Admission.; CCMGS presents its anticipated 2-day Annual Mineral & Gem Show just in time for holiday shopping! Minerals, Gems, Fossils, Meteorites, Jewelry, Beads, Slabs, Displays, Demonstrations, Fluorescent Tent, Family Activities, Rock Painting, Games, Door Prizes, Raffles, Auctions, plus so much more; contact Rob Savre & Mike Hopkins, (925) 570-4179; Email: show@ccmgsclub.com; Website: www.ccmgsclub.com/show 8-10—HUMBLE, TEXAS: Annual show; Houston Gem and Mineral Society; Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $12.00; Grand Door Prize, Kids Day on Friday, Dino Dig, Swap Area, Fluorescent exhibit; contact Scott Singleton, (281) 530-0942; Email: showchair@hgms.ord; Website: hgms.org 8-10—GRAY, TENNESSEE: Annual show; Kingsport Gems & Minerals Club; Appalachian Fairgrounds, Building #1, 100 Lakeview Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; $3 for adults & $1 for students, Children 6 & under free; contact Gene Backlund; Email: nrgdad@gmail.com; Website: www.facebook.com/kgmsociety/ 8-10—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, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 9-10—LAKE HAVASU, ARIZONA: Annual show; Lake Havasu Gem & Mineral Society; Aquatic Center, 100 Park Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $5, under 12 free, good for both days; River of Gems. We are thrilled to invite you to the 54th Annual Lake Havasu Gem & Mineral Show. Explore our exhibit of minerals, fossils, and rock collections. There will be professional demonstrations throughout the event. 40 great vendors. Plenty to see and do. Come see us; contact Jay Upchurch, (928) 733-6270; Email: Highnessj7@gmail.com; Website: lakehavasugms.com 9-10—EDMONDS, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Maplewood Rock and Gem Club; Club Building, 8802 196th St SW; Sun. 10-5, Mon. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; contact Maplewood Rock Club; Email: shows@maplewoodrockclub.com; Website: maplewoodrockclub.com 9-10—MELBOURNE, FLORIDA: Retail show; Canaveral Mineral and Gem Society; Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5. Under 13 is free. $1 off coupon available on website; Retail sales show. Finished jewelry, gemstones, minerals, fossils, crystals, jewelry-making supplies, and more. Just in time for holiday shopping. Fun for all ages. Bring the kids to "Bea's Kidz Digs" to experience rock hounding and take home a souvenir; contact Stacey Marmolejo, (651) 492-1053; Email: paradeofgems.melbourne@gmail.com; Website: https://www.canaveral-mgs.com 9-10—ANSONIA, CONNECTICUT: Annual show; East Coast Gem & Mineral Society; Emmett Obrien Technical High School, 141 Prindle Avenue; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; $6 adults, $3 Veterans, Kids under 12 are Free with paying adult; *Admission $5 if you like/follow our FB, or Instagram or RSVP to our events page *Dealers we may have a few booths left. *Join us for “Let’s ROCK Southern CT” Crystal, Fossil, Gem, Jewelry, Lapidary, Metaphysical, & Mineral Show. Kids workshop is no charge they will reveal crystals to have; contact Crystal Moon, (203) 581-3691; Email: info@eastcoastgemandmineralsociety.org; Website: eastcoastgemandmineralsociet28.godaddysites.com/ 9-10—FREEPORT, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Northwest Illinois Rock Club; Fraternal Order of Eagles / Freeport Aerie #679, 1200 West Galena Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free admission for all; 10-11 different vendors. Club Table. Kid's Area. Geode cracking (buy one or bring your own). Demonstrators include: gem tree making, flint knapping, wire wrapping, cabbing. Food and ATM available on-site. Kids can earn $1 to spend at the show. Easy access and parking; contact Brian Green; Email: bgreen57@hotmail.com; Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087039216386 15-17—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Retail show; Treasures of the Earth, Inc; North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, sixteen and under free; There will be jewelry of all types, custom faceted-gemstones, beads, crystals, minerals, and fossils. A wire-wrapper will be present to design jewelry and wrap stones on site; contact Ellen White, (804) 642-2011; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com; Website: www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com 15-17—LEBANON, PENNSYLVANIA: Wholesale and retail show; Mid-Atlantic Gem and Mineral Association/dba Gem Miner's Holiday Show; Lebanon PA Expo and Fairgrounds, 80 Rocherty Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-4; $6; children under 12 free. Discount coupon on website; The Gem Miner's Holiday Show is an exhibition of beads, fine jewelry, gems, minerals, fossils, gift and craft items. Two Wholesale Trade rooms. Hourly and Grand Prize Drawings. In its 17th year. Free and handicapped parking; contact Teresa Schwab, (301) 807-97; Email: eventcoordinator@gem-show.com; Website: www.gem-show.com 15-17—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, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 16-17—HAUPPAGUE, NEW YORK: Annual show; Suffolk Gem and Mineral Club; I.B.E.W. Local 25 Hall, 370 Motor Parkway; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4:30; $6 adults; kids under 12 free; More than 25 vendors selling minerals. jewelry, beads, fossils and semi-precious cut stones as well as various gift items. Kids activities include geode cracking, scavenger hunt and games. Hourly door prizes and show grand prize. Visit suffolkgem.com for information and reduced admission flyer; contact Ronald Casani, (631) 377-8964; Email: rtc.laser@gmail.com; Website: suffolkgem.com 16-17—SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Santa Cruz Mineral & Gem Society; Santa Cruz, Live Oak Grange, 1900 17th Avenue, 1842 46th Avenue; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Rockin Holiday Show run by volunteers as a fundraiser for Santa Cruz Mineral and Gem Society. Rocks, Jewelry and Beads for sale. Free Parking; contact Michael Cox; Email: scruzmgs@gmail.com; Website: wwwscrockngem.org 22-24—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Cobb County Gem and Mineral Society; Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Maqrietta Parkway SE; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free; Free admission and parking! Hourly door prizes! Over 30 dealers! We'll have display cases by gem club members, lapidary demonstrations of gem and mineral polishing, grab bags, silent auctions, geode cracking, and mineral ID classes; contact Jim Haege, (770) 689-9376; Email: jim@planetaryparts.com; Website: www.ccgms.orgNovember 2024-December 2024 29-1—MOBILE, ALABAMA: Annual show; Mobile Rock and Gem Society; ABBA Shrine Center, 7701 Hitt Road; Fri. 1-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Children under 12 years of age enter free with an adult. $5 at the door. $1 off entry with show flier.; Working Gem sluice for young and old alike. Silent auctions, daily, every hour during the show. Fluorescent mineral Ultraviolet display tent. Onsite food vendor. Educationally motivated display cases from the members of the Mobile Rock and Gem Society. A wide range of prices to fit most budgets; contact David Lee; Email: dave.a.lee333@gmail.com; Website: mobilerockandgem.comDecember 2024 6-8—DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $8 Admission cash only at door; Select dealers selling exquisite jewelry, crystals, fossils, minerals, healing stones, gems, beads & so much more; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com 6-8—HUDSON, FLORIDA: Annual show; Withlacoochee Rockhounds; Veterans Memorial Park, 14333 Hicks Road; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 for adults. Children Under 14 Free; contact Janice Wojcik, (813) 677-6263; Email: jfwojcik@verizon.net; Website: withlacoocheerockhounds.com 6-8—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, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 7-8—BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mojave Desert Gem and Mineral Society; Cora Harper Community and Fitness Center, 841 Barstow Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free admission; Free parking; contact Judith Livingston, (760) 617-5300; Email: j.livingston1950@yahoo.com; Website: mdgms.net 7-8—MIAMI, FLORIDA: Annual show; Miami Mineralogical and Lapidary Guild; Better Families Through Tae Kwon Do Martial Arts Studio, 6723 SW 81st Street; Sat. 11-7, Sun. 11-7; Admission is $10 – children under 12 admitted free with paid adult admission; There will be exhibits, displays, demonstrations, raffles, plus vendors showcasing mineral & fossil specimens, gemstones, fine jewelry, and artisan-crafted collectibles. Children’s activities include lapidary crafts, rock painting, surprise grab bags, and scavenger hunts; contact Sandy & Dianne Mielke, (305) 460-2244; Email: mmlg.info@aol.com; Website: miamigemandmineral.com 7-8—EDMONDS, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Maplewood Rock and Gem Club; Club Building, 8802 196th St SW; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; contact Maplewood Rock and Gem Club; Email: shows@maplewoodrockclub.com; Website: maplewoodrockclub.com 13-15—SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 14-15—FRANKLIN, TENNESSEE: Show and sale; Mid-Tennessee Gem & Mineral Society; Williamson County Ag Expo, 4215 Long Lane; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adult $6 Two Day Pass $10 Students $1 Kids Free; *OVER 30 DEALERS* Classes • Exhibits •Demos Silent Auction & Door Prizes • Mineral & Fossil Specimens • Lapidary & Faceting Rough • Slabs • Cabochons • Gem Stones • Tools & Supplies ; contact John Martin, (615) 210-5385; Email: mbdjewerly@aol.com; Website: www.mtgms.org/show.htmJanuary 2025 18-19—FREDERICKSBURG, TEXAS: Annual show; Fredericksburg Rockhounds; Pioneer Pavillion, Lady Bird Johnson Park, Hwy. 16 South; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Free for all; Rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry and lapidary equipment dealers. Free door prizes, Hourly silent auction, raffle and demonstrations of rock cutting and polishing all day. A geologist will be there all day to help identify your mystery rocks. Food service for both days; contact Frank Rowell, (325) 248-1067; Email: hcgms20@gmail.com; Website: fredericksburgrockhounds.org 24-26—TYLER, TEXAS: Annual show; East Texas Gem & Mineral Society; Rose Garden Center, 420 Rose Park Drive; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults and under 16 years - $8, 16 to 5 yr old and students - $3, Under 5 years - free; Colorful fluorescent mineral and many other displays, Rock Food Table, Silent Auctions and hourly prizes on Saturday and Sunday. Kids games, Lapidary and other demonstrations, vendors with minerals, fossils, gemstones, jewelry, carvings and much much more; contact Margaret Kilanski; Website: etgms.orgFebruary 2025 15-16—ANTIOCH, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Antioch Lapidary Club; Contra Costa County Fairgrounds, 1201 West 10th Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults - $7, Kids 12 and Under and Scouts in Uniform Free with Paid Adult, Active Military with ID - Free; Entry fee is cash only. Vendors accept credit/debit cards; contact Donna Heath, (925) 457-1859; Email: roccosgee1@yahoo.com; Website: antiochlapidaryclub.com 22-23—JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI: Annual show; Mississippi Gem and Mineral Society; Mississippi Trade Mart on State Fairgrounds, 1200 Mississippi Street; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; Adults $8, Students $3, Scouts & Leaders in Uniform $2, and Children 5 & under—Free ; Over 25 dealers of gems, fossils, minerals, jewelry, lapidary tools, beads, plus. Demonstrations including flint knapping, cabochon cutting, and jewelry making. Exhibits and educational opportunities by colleges and state organizations. Children's activities. Touch and see Table. Displays by MGMS; contact Greg Britt, (601) 278-3997; Email: mgmsshow@missgems.org; Website: www.missgems.org 22-23—VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Vallejo Gem and Mineral Society; Solano County CA Fairgrounds, 900 Fairgrounds Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $6 children under 11 free; contact Brian Garber, (707) 410-7899; Email: Bgarber101@aol.com; Website: Vjgems.comFebruary 2025-March 2025 28-2—ATHENS, GEORGIA: Annual show; Southeastern Mineral Specimens; The Classic Center, Grand Hall 8, 300 N. Thomas St; Thu. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $10 Adults, kids 12 and under free! Wristband good for all three days; Open to the public, 25 vendors from the US and internationally, everything geological- Minerals, fossils, gems $ jewelry, meteorites, lapidary, spheres, and more; contact Mark E. P. Woods, (706) 296-9467; Email: imineral@bellsouth.net; Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/854813666398350 28-2—NEWARK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mineral and Gem Society of Castro Valley; Newark Pavilion, 6430 Thornton Ave; Fri. 10:30-4, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; 3 day pass $10, seniors free on Friday, kids under 12 free; Demonstrations, exhibits, Door prizes, kids spinning wheel, geode splitting, raffle, live auction. 40 dealers selling rocks, gemstones, minerals, fossils, crystals, cabochons, faceted stones, jewelry, beads, supplies and more; contact Cathy Miller; Email: Info@mgscv.org; Website: Mgscv.orgMarch 2025 1-2—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Retail show; Rocks, Minerals, Crystals, Gem, Jewelry & Bead show; Raleigh Fairground, 4285 Trinity Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission & Parking; contact Ash, (919) 257-8915; Email: Jewelpassageshows@gmail.com; Website: www.jewelpassageshows.com 1-2—VENTURA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Ventura Gem & Mineral Society; Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W Harbor Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free (Fairgrounds charges for parking.); 62nd Annual VGMS Show with kids’ activities; jewelry-making demos; mineral, fossil, & lapidary exhibits; raffle prizes; hourly silent auctions for rocks; dealers in fossils, minerals, lapidary materials; Second-Hand Treasures Store of gently used items, books, & plants; contact Diane Cook, (805) 312-8467; Email: info@vgms.org; Website: www.vgms.org 1-2—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; *Earlier Dates, Same Great Show!* 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. Take a soak in the local hot springs before or after the show; contact Megan Holden; Email: scragssierracounty@gmail.com; Website: scrags.org 1-2—ANTHEM, ARIZONA: Annual show; Daisy Mountain Rock and Mineral Club; Anthem School, 41020 N Freedom Way; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5, Seniors, Vets and Students $4, Children under 12 Free; Vendors Included: Rocks, Minerals, Crystals, Slabs, Jewelry, Beads. Kids Corner, Raffle; contact Tiffany Poetsch; Email: dmrmclub@gmail.com; Website: www.dmrmc.com 7-8—RICHBORO, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Leidy Microscopical Society; Advent Lutheran Church, 45 Worthington Mill Road; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 9-6; Table Space for Two Days: $35 for ½ of 6 Foot Table, $45 for Full 6 Foot Table. Visitor’s Fee: $5 for Friday, $15 for Saturday (Includes Lunch); Speakers on Friday & Saturday. Silent Auctions - Give-Away Tables Lunch provided on Saturday with paid admission; contact Donald McAlarnen, (610) 247-5097; Email: donmcalarnen@outlook.com; Website: leidymicroscopical.com 7-9— KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI: Wholesale and retail show; Greater Kansas City Association of Earth Science Clubs; KCI Expo Center, 11730 NW Ambassador Dr; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; Adults $7, (2-day pass $12, 3-day pass $18) Age 5-12 $4, Age 4 and under free. Cash only at the front gate; 60+ retail dealers, wholesale area, swap area. Free parking, special exhibits, lectures, demonstrations, scholarship benefit auction 7 P.M. Saturday; contact Bruce Stinemetz, (816) 795-5159; Email: brucestinemetz@att.net; Website: www.kcgemshow.org 14-16—ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Abq. Gem & Mineral Club; Expo NM State Fairgrounds, 300 San Pedro NE; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Fri $2, Sat & Sun $5, kids under 13 are free; 50 dealers, mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, cabochons, beads, fossils, petrified wood, tools, equipment. Door prizes, silent auctions, junior table, displays; contact Roy McKinney, (505) 715-1038; Email: show-chair@agmc.info; Website: www.agmc.info 21-23—LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY: Annual show; Blue Grass Gem and Mineral Club; Clarion Hotel Conference Center, I 75 Exit 115, 1950 Newtown Pike; Fri. 4-8, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Friday-$10 includes free admission all weekend plus 1 entry Friday Night Prize & 1 entry Grand Prize. Saturday & Sunday $5 each. Children 12 & under and Scouts in uniform are FREE; Minerals and fossil specimens, cabbing rough, crystals, artisan jewelry, children's items and much more. Silent Auctions and Club Sales Saturday and Sunday only. Grand Prize drawing 3 p.m. Sunday - need not be present to win; however, you must pickup the prize by 8 p.m. SERVICE PETS ONLY; contact Russ Blanton, (859) 749-3604; Email: russeblanton@yahoo.com; Website: http://bggamc.homestead.com/ 21-23—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Cobb Civic Center, 548 S Marietta Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $8 Admission (Cash Only at the Door); Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gems, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com 22-23—CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA: Annual show; 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, Students 12-18 $1, Children under 12 free, Youth Groups with an adult are free; Show Theme: ICE AGE; contact Marvin Houg, IA, (319) 350-9435; Email: M_Houg@yahoo.com; Website: Cedarvalleyrockclub.org 29-30—CANTON, OHIO: Annual show; Stark Country Gem & Mineral Club; Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Seniors $4, Children 6-14 $1, Scouts in Uniform Free; Dealers, silent auction and games for kids; contact Susan Waltz; Email: susanlrocks53@gmail.comApril 2025 2-6—JOSHUA TREE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Joshua Tree Gem & Mineral Show; Joshua Tree RV Lake & Campground, 2601 Sunfair Rd; Wed. 9-5, Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5; Fun for all free admission & free parking; Day 5 Sunday 9 - 4; contact Bill Sherwood, (760) 218-6137; Email: socaldesert@yahoo.com; Website: www.facebook.com/groups/1620716395007100 12-13—MARIPOSA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mariposa Gem and Mineral Club; Mariposa County Fairgrounds, 5007 Fairgrounds Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 for adults, kids 14/under are free, parking is free; This is our 30th annual show. In addition to mountains of minerals, rocks, fossils, jewelry, and various rock-related supplies, we’ll have a large raffle, silent auction, geode cutting, and food; contact Meredith Meehan c/o Mariposa Gem and Mineral Club, (559) 868-3535; Email: mgmc@sti.net; Website: mariposagemcljub.org 25-27—WICHITA , KANSAS: Annual show; Wichita Gem and Mineral Society; Cessna Activity Center, 2744 George Washington Bvd; Fri. 9:30-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5, Sun. Select Start Time-Select End Time; Adults: $5; Youth 13-17: $1; Children 12 and under free with an adult; Special things for Children: Friday, April 25 is Education Day. School children from the area will learn to identify rocks and minerals. Attractions for children include the Junior Rock Pile, Gem Hunt, Gem Wheel and Grab Bags. There will also be dealers from across the U.S. selling gems, minerals; contact Gene Maggard, (316) 742-3746; Email: gandpmaggard@gmail.com; Website: wichitagemandmineralsociety.orgMay 2025 3-4—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 10-11—LANCASTER, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Antelope Valley Gem and Mineral Club; Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 W. Ave H; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free Admission and Parking; contact Jamie, (661) 526-3564; Email: Marylandoriole@gmail.com; Website: avgem.weebly.com 24-26—BIG BEAR LAKE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Dr Bronners Imaginarium and Holistic Emporiom; Big Bear Masonic Event Center, 385 Summit Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free to the public; Art, Gems, Minerals, hand-crafted jewelry, and other amazing treasures! Over 4,800 square feet of amazing finds; contact Robert Bronner, Unit 1, (909) 659-3585; Email: DrBronner@yahoo.com; Website: drbronnersimaginarium.com/June 2025 6-8—DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $8 Admission (Cash Only at the Door); Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gems, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com 13-14—KEMMERER, WYOMING: Annual show; Fossil Oasis; South Lincoln Training and Event Center, 215 Wyoming Highway 233; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6; $2 Adults, Kids Free; Celebrate Father’s Day weekend in the Fossil Fish Capital of the World! Book a fossil dig, explore vendors with dinosaur bones, gems, cabinet specimens, jewelry, decor, and more. Live Music, Food trucks, and festivities to also enjoy in Downtown Kemmerer. 2.5 hr drive from SLC, 3 hr to Jackson, WY; contact Keely Sweeney; Email: kemmererexpo@gmail.com; Website: kemmererexpo.com 14-15—GRAPEVINE, TEXAS: Annual show; Arlington Gem and Mineral Club; Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 S Main St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; General Admission $10 and Kids 12 and under Free; 68th Annual Show - Free Parking - Silent Auction - Door Prizes - Raffles - Kids Area - Rolling Rock Club Meeting Sunday at 9am; contact Terri Brewen, (817) 939-1100; Email: tbrewen@sbcglobal.net; Website: www.agmc57.org/August 2025 13-17—MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Milwaukee Show, LLC (Lowell Carhart and Don Olstinske); Baird Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Avenue; Wed. 12-7, Thu. 10-7, Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7; Sun. 11-6; Adults $10 / Kids $5 This exciting new show is one hour north of Chicago O’Hare airport and takes place in the just-completed $465 million expansion of the Baird Center. It boasts 332,000 sqft of indoor selling space and will allow us to grow to 1,700 booths; contact Lowell Carhart, (804) 291-6357; Email: LowellCarhart@yahoo.com; Website: www.milwaukee.showDecember 2025 5-7—DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $8 Admission (Cash Only at the Door); Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gems, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com |