Rock & Gem Show Dates

Send show information at least four months in advance to Rock & Gem Show Dates, 290 Maple Ct., Suite 232, Ventura, CA 93003-3517; fax (805) 644-3875; e-mail: editor@rockngem.com; or use our electronic submission form.

This list is updated at the beginning of each month and contains all the show listings we received by the current issue's deadline. 

JULY 2009 JULY-AUGUST 2009 AUGUST 2009 SEPTEMBER 2009 SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2009 OCTOBER 2009 OCTOBER-NOVEMBER 2009 NOVEMBER 2009 DECEMBER 2009 JANUARY 2010 JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2010 MARCH 2010 MAY 2010 AUGUST 2010 OCTOBER 2010

Last updated July 1, 2009


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JULY 2009:

1-5--CLE ELUM, WASHINGTON: Show, "All American Pow Wow"; All Rockhounds Pow Wow Club; American Forest Teanaway Campground; Fri. 8-9, Sat. 8-9, Sun. 8-3; tailgating, rock swapping, digging for agates, crystals, dadeite, Ellensburg blue agate; contact Pauline Miller, 4900 80th Ave. NE #47, Marysville, WA 98270, (360) 658-8091; e-mail: paulinem280@aol.com

1-5--MADRAS, OREGON: Show; All Rockhounds Pow Wow Club of America; Jefferson County Fair Grounds; free admission; field trips, dig for agate, jasper, thunder eggs, petrified wood, 75 vendors, rough rock, finished jewelry, auction Fri. night; contact Pauline Miller, (360) 658-8091; e-mail: paulinem280@aol.com; or Rocky McCall, (360) 629-2515; e-mail: rm711@tgi.net

2-5--SISTERS, OREGON: Show, "Sisters Round-Up of Gems"; Jen Miller; Sisters Elementary School, 611 E. Cascade, off Hwy. 20; Thu. 9-6, Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; free admission; demonstrations, Oregon State gemstones, gift items, beads, jewelry; contact Jean Miller, P.O. Box 136, Molalla, OR 97038, (503) 829-2680; e-mail: shadow92337@molalla.net; Web site: www.ogmshows

3-5--FARMINGTON, NEW MEXICO: Show; San Juan County Gem & Mineral Society; Farmington Civic Center, Arlington St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; door prizes, rocks, gems, minerals, Farmington Freedom Days; contact Mickie Calvert, P.O. Box 1482, Farmington, NM 87499, (505) 632-8288; e-mail: mickie2@earthlink.net

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

10-12--DURANGO, COLORADO: 56th show; Four Corners Gem & Mineral Club; La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave.; Fri. 11-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; contact Joanna Baker, P.O. Box 955, Durango, CO 81302, (970) 385-6850; e-mail: info@durangorocks.org

10-12--MARIETTA (ATLANTA), GEORGIA: Show; Frank Cox Productions; Cobb County Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Pkwy.; Fri. 1-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; frankcox@comcast.net; www.frankcoxproductions.com

10-12--PORTLAND, OREGON: Bead Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Oregon Convention Center/Exhibit Hall E, 777 NE MLK Jr. Blvd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com.

10-12--SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA: 1st annual show, "San Francisco Fine Mineral Show"; Dave Waisman; Embassy Suites Hotel, 101 McInnis Parkway; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; natural, uncut, semiprecious mineral pieces, displays, sales, open to the public; contact Dave Waisman, P.O. Box 8543, Spokane, WA 99203, (509) 998-5987; e-mail: SVLDave@aol.com; Web site: www.FineMineralShow.com

10-12--SHARONVILLE (CINCINNATI), OHIO: Show; GemStreet USA; Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Rd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7, seniors (60+) and students (12-17) $5, under 12 free, ticket good all weekend; fine gems, jewelry, mineral specimens, fossils, beads, findings, display items, Scout badges, discount coupon on Web site; contact Jane Strieter Smith, (216) 521-GEMS (4367); e-mail: spi@stratos.net; Web site: www.gemstreetusa.com

11-12--BETHEL, MAINE: 48th annual show, "Western Maine Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show"; Oxford County Mineral & Gem Association; Telstar Regional High School, Rte. 26; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2, children under 12 free; dealers from Maine and across the U.S., specimens, jewelry, gem rough, museum-quality displays, fluorescent booth; contact Hugh Chapman, 14 Depot St., Gilead, ME 04217, (207) 836-2987; e-mail: oxfordcountymineralandgemassoc@gmail.com; Web site: www.oxfordcountymineralandgemassociation.blogspot.com

11-12--CASPER, WYOMING: 62nd annual show; Natrona County Rockhounds Club; Best Western Ramkota Hotel, 800 N. Poplar St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; adults (12 and up) $3, seniors (65+) free, children (11 and under) free; contact Stephane Anderson-Rott, PO. Box 123, Mills, WY 82644, (307) 333-5162; e-mail: cina31373@aol.com

11-12--CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA: 48th annual Fiesta of Gems, "The Wonderful World of Amber"; Culver City Rock & Mineral Club; Veterans Memorial Auditorium and Rotunda, 4117 Overland Blvd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; hourly prizes, grand prize, exhibits, dealers, demonstrations, jewelry, stones, books, tools, minerals, fossils; contact Robert Thirlaway, 28602 Mt. Whitney Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275, (310) 213-7677; e-mail: thirlawr@gmail.com; Web site: www.CulverCityRocks.org/fiesta.htm

11-12--ROSEVILLE, MINNESOTA: Har Mar Summer Show; Anoka County Gem & Mineral Club; Har Mar Mall, 2100 Snelling Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; free admission; gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils, agates, collectibles; contact Martha Miss, 8445 Grange Blvd., Cottage Grove, MN 55016, (651) 459-0343; e-mail: rockbiz8@cs.com

11-12--SYRACUSE, NEW YORK: 43rd annual show; The Gem & Mineral Society of Syracuse; Verizon Center of Progress Bldg., State Fairgrounds, I-690; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $6, kids under 12 free, coupon on Web site; more than 50 retail and wholesale dealers, rough, minerals, gems, beads, beading supplies, jewelry, lapidary supplies, fossils, exhibits, demonstrations, hourly door prizes, grand prizes, kids' activities; contact Carlotta Brown, (315) 458-4636; Web site: www.gmss.us

17-18--MINOCQUA, WISCONSIN: 41st annual show; Lakeland Gem Club; Lakeland High School Commons Area, Hwy. 70 West; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 9-5; free admission; dealers, jewelry, findings, minerals, gemstones, beads, cabochons, fossils, carvings, artwork, silent auctions, children's activities, demonstrations, displays; contact Ron Zimmer, 9280 Timberline Dr., Minocqua, WI 54548, (715) 358-7870; e-mail: rzimmer@ldf.k12.wi.us

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

17-19--INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: Show; GemStreet USA; Indiana State Fairgrounds, Pioneer, Our Land Bldg., 1202 E. 38 St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7, seniors (60+) and students (12-17) $5, under 12 free, ticket good all weekend; fine gems, jewelry, mineral specimens, fossils, beads, findings, display items, Scout badges, discount coupon on Web site; contact Jane Strieter Smith, (216) 521-GEMS (4367); e-mail: spi@stratos.net; Web site: www.gemstreetusa.com

17-19--KENNER, LOUISIANA: Show; AKS Gem Shows; Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $5; classes in beading, PMC, chain maille, and more; contact Kay Schabilion, (504) 455-6101; e-mail: info@aksshow.com; Web site: www.aksshow.com

17-19--RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Show; Frank Cox Productions; state fairgrounds, Blue Ridge at Hillsborough St.; 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; frankcox@comcast.net; www.frankcoxproductions.com

17-19--REEDSPORT, OREGON: Annual Lower Umpqua Gem & Lapidary Show; Lower Umpqua Gem & Lapidary Society; Reedsport community Bldg., 415 Winchester Ave.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; free admission; dealers, demonstrators, spin the wheel, silent auction, door prizes, displays, raffle; contact Bill Hendrickson, (541) 271-6816, or Bruce Moon, (541) 271-0166; e-mail: bamoonman7@msn.com

17-19--SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Marin Center/Exhibit Hall, 10 Avenue of the Flags; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com.

17-19--SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA: Bead Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, 1855 Main St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com.

18-19--ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA: 40th annual show; Gem City Rock & Mineral Society; JMC Arena, 423 W. 38th St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, seniors $2, children under 12 free; dealers, displays, door prizes, children's activities (Mini-Mine, Discovery Blocks, Egg Carton Mineral Collections); contact Bob Gallivan, 427 Colleen Dr., Erie, PA 16505, (814) 454-6770; e-mail: gallivan@lycos.com; Web site: www.gemcityrockclub.org/show.htm

18-19--MOOSE LAKE, MINNESOTA: 40th annual show, "Agate Days"; Carlton County Gem & Mineral Club; Moose Lake High School, 413 Birch Ave., gym and parking lot; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; dealers, Lake Superior agate, cutting material, specimens, crystal groups, fossils, gems, jewelry, equipment, rough-rock tailgaters, door prizes, field trip information, Agate Stampede Sat.; contact Allan Hyopponen, (218) 525-7766; e-mail: finnspec@charter.net

18-19--NORTH CONWAY, NEW HAMPSHIRE: 45th annual show; Saco Valley Gem & Mineral Club; Community Center, downtown; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; silent auction Sat.; contact Bob York, (603) 356-4424; e-mail: quartzhunter@aol.com

22-25--FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA: 44th annual show, "Macon County Gemboree"; Gem & Mineral Society of Franklin; Macon County Community Bldg., US Hwy. 441S; Wed. 10-6, Thu. 10-6, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6; adults $2, children 12 and under free; minerals, beads, handcrafted jewelry, rough and cut stones, lapidary equipment, demonstrations, door prizes, gold and silver jewelry, findings, jewelry repairs and mounting; contact Linda Harbuck, 425 Porter St., Franklin, NC 28734, (800) 336-7829; e-mail: lindah@franklin-chamber.com; Web site: franklin-chamber.com

22-26--MANSFIELD, OHIO: 49th annual show, "Fossils: A Walk Through Geologic Time"; Richland Lithic & Lapidary Society; Kingwood Center, 900 Park Ave. W; Wed. 10-5, Thu. 10-5, Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; exhibits, demonstrations, club mineral and jewelry sales, no dealers, silent auction Sat.; contact Jay Medici, P.O. Box 56, Sparta, OH 43350, (419) 768-9128; e-mail: jmedici@bright.net

24-26--SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Parkway; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

25-26--FREDERIC, WISCONSIN: 42nd annual show; Indianhead Rock & Mineral Society; Frederic High School, Hwy. 35 North; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; gems, jewelry, rough, fluorescents, fossils, Lake Superior agates, door prizes; contact Roy Wickman, 1127 7th St., Almena, WI 54805, (715) 357-3223; e-mail: rktswick@chibardun.net

25-26--KALISPELL, MONTANA: Show; Northwest Montana Rock Chucks; Red Lion Hotel - Center Mall, 20 N. Main.; Sat. 10-6, Sun 10-5; dealers, displays, silent auction, kids' activities, demonstrations, door prizes; contact Sandy Dahl, P.O. Box 5541, Kalispell, MT 59903; e-mail: dahlsl@centurytel.net

25-26--SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT: 30th annual show, "Champlain Valley Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show"; Burlington Gem & Mineral Club; Tuttle Middle School, 500 Dorset St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $3 adults, $2 seniors and students 6-16, children under 6 free with adult; dealers, exhibits, lectures, demonstrations, children's activities, silent auction, door prizes, handicapped accessible; contact Kathy Howe, (802) 656-4118; e-mail: www.burlingtongemandmineralclub.org

25-26--TENINO, WASHINGTON: 15th annual show, "Rock & Gem Rendez-Vous"; Washington Agate & Mineral Society (WAMS), Tenino Rock Cruisers; Parkside Elementary School, Stage St. S, I-5 Exit 88; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-5; contact Daniel DeBoer, 5107 Brenner Rd. NW, Olympia, WA 98502; e-mail: Keylock1@Live.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: AFMS/NFMS show and convention; Billings Gem & Mineral Club; Holiday Inn Trade Center, 5500 Midland Rd.; Thu. 10-6, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5 (2 days $8, 4 days $15), children under 12 free with adult; more than 35 dealers, jewelry, gems, minerals, fossils, lapidary supplies, demonstrations, educational displays, moon rock, dinosaurs, Yogo sapphires, cave bear, silent auctions, live auction, a full week of field trips after the show; contact Doug True, (406) 670-0506; e-mail: dtruefossils@yahoo.com; Web site: www.amfed.org/nfms/nfmsshow

31-2--CREEDE, COLORADO: 8th annual show; Rare Things; Underground Mining Museum, N. Canyon Rd.; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; gems, minerals, local rocks, jewelry, programs; contact Jenny Inge, P.O. Box 371, Creede, CO 81130, (719) 658-2376; e-mail: rarethingsgallery@yahoo.com

31-2--EUGENE, OREGON: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Lane County Events Center/Exhibit Hall, 796 W. 13th Ave.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

31-2--PRESCOTT, ARIZONA: Show and sale; Prescott Gem & Mineral Club; Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Activity Center, 3700 Willow Creek Rd.; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; adults $2, children under 12 free; rough rock, slabs, cabochons, jewelry, findings, mineral specimens; contact Pam Jackson, P.O. Box 345, Chino Valley, AZ 86323, (928) 636-9188; e-mail: lpjack65@cableone.net; Web site: www.prescottgemmineral.org

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AUGUST 2009:

1-2--SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA: 55th annual show, "Jade"; San Francisco Gem & Mineral Society; County Fair Building/Hall of Flowers, Golden Gate Park, 9th Ave. and Lincoln Way; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, seniors and students $5, children under 12 free; demonstrations, jade carving, precious metal clay modeling, bead stringing, chain maille weaving, faceting; contact Carleen Mont-Eton, 4134 Judah St., San Francisco, CA 94122, (451) 564-4230; e-mail: publicity@show.sfgms.org; Web site: www.sfgms.org

1-2--WATERVILLE, MAINE: 39th annual show; Water-Oak Gem & Mineral Society; Mount Merici School, 152 Western Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; gems, minerals, jewelry, educational exhibits, geodes, fossils, books, supplies, door prizes; contact Ellery Borow, (207) 547-3154; e-mail: jadelion2000@yahoo.com

6-9--BUENA VISTA, COLORADO: 26th annual show; Contin-tail; Rodeo Grounds, Rodeo Rd. and Gregory Dr.; Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission; more than 130 vendors, rocks, minerals, fossils, beads, jewelry, demonstrations, fluorescent light display; contact Carolyn Tunnicliff, 1130 Francis #7010, Longmont, CO 80501, (303) 833-2939; e-mail: ctunnicliff@comcast.net; Web site: www.coloradorocks.org

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--HILLSBORO, OREGON: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Washington County Fairgrounds, 873 NE 34th Ave.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.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--BATON ROUGE LOUISIANA: Annual show; Baton Rouge Gem & Mineral Society; Fraternal Order of Police Baton Rouge Lodge Number One, 10777 Greenwell Springs Rd.; adults $3, children $2; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Paul Broussard, (225) 687-3864 or (225) 939-3293; e-mail: paul_broussard@msn.com

8-9--EDMONDS, WASHINGTON: Annual sale; Maplewood Rock & Gem Club; Maplewood Clubhouse, 8802 196th St. SW; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; more than 20 dealers, rough rock, jewelry, minerals, fossils, free rock for kids; contact Bev Ryder, 4625 Strumme Rd., Bothell, WA 98012, (425) 338-4184; e-mail: famryd@aol.com; Web site: www.maplewoodrockclub.com

8-9--LAKEVIEW, OREGON: Show, "Tallman Rock Chippers Rock Roundup"; Tallman Rock Chippers; Lake County Fairgrounds, 1900 N. 4th St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4:30; displays, dealers, demonstrations, activities for kids, field trips; contact Johane Deidrich, 244 N. M St., Lakeview, OR 97630, (541) 947-3237, or or LeRoy Johnson; e-mail: lostmymarblesoregon@yahoo.com

8-9--MELBOURNE, FLORIDA: Show, "Summer Time Gem & Jewelry Show"; Lane Enterprise Foundation Inc.; Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd., Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; admission $4; gold and silver jewelry, wire wrap, beads, findings, minerals, fossils; contact Anita Lane, (321) 723-0742 or (321) 302-3660

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--BRIDGETON, MISSOURI: 16th annual show, "Treasures of the Earth"; Greater Saint Louis Association of Earth Science Clubs; Machinist Hall Auditorium, 12365 St. Charles Rock Rd.; Fri. 4-9, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $5, seniors $4, students $2, children free with adult; dealers, Youth Booth, exhibits, demonstrations, artifacts, special exhibits; contact Robert Morse, 135 Knox St., Troy, MO 63379, (636)462-4423; e-mail: rmorse@centurytel.net

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--LAKE GEORGE, COLORADO: Show; Lake George Gem & Mineral Club; 37380 U.S. Hwy. 24, next to post office; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; contact John Rakowski, P.O. Box 171, Lake George, CO 80827, (719) 748-3861; e-mail: president@LGGMClub.org; Web site: www.LGGMClub.org

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

14-16--SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Scottish Rite Center, 6151 H St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com.

14-16--SEASIDE, OREGON: Show, "Seaside Gem, Mineral, Jewelry & Fossil Show"; Jean Miller; 415 1st. Ave.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; free admission; free strand of pearls to 1st 100 ladies daily, drawing Sun.; contact Jean Miller, P.O. Box 136, Molalla, OR 97038, (503) 829-2680; e-mail: shadow92337@molalla.net; Web site: www.ogmshows.com

14-16--VERO BEACH, FLORIDA: Show, "Summer Time Gem & Jewelry Show"; Lane Enterprise Foundation Inc.; Community Center, 2266 14th Ave. (corner of 23rd St. and 14th Ave., downtown); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; admission $4; gold and silver jewelry, wire wrap, beads, findings, minerals, fossils; contact Anita Lane, (321) 723-0742 or (321) 302-3660

15-16--BOSSIER CITY, LOUISIANA: Show; ARK-LA-TEX Gem & Mineral Society; Bossier Civic Center, 620 Benton Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, two-day admission $5, children 12 and under free; live demonstrations, youth activities, more than 20 dealers; contact Charles Johns, 9314 Overlook Dr., Shreveport, LA 71118, (318) 687-4929; e-mail: cwsejohns@bellsouth.net; Web site: www.larockclub.com

15-16--RICE LAKE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Northwest Wisconsin Gem & Mineral Society; University Barron County Campus, 1800 College Dr., Student Union Center; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; gems, jewelry, rough, fossils, agates, door prizes; contact Roy Wickman, 1127 7th St., Almena, WI 54805, (715) 357-3223; e-mail: rktswick@chibardun.net

21-22--JEFFERSONVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA: Show, "The Greater Philadelphia Gem Jewelry and Bead Show"; Gem Show Expo Productions; 900 S. Trooper Rd.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6; adults $3, children free with adult; dealers, gems, jewelry, beads, minerals; contact Nico, P.O. Box 412, Skippack, PA 19474, (484) 269-0406; e-mail: info@gemshowexpo.com; Web site: www.gemshowexpo.com

21-22--TAHLEQUAH, OKLAHOMA: Swap and sale; Tahlequah Rock & Mineral Society; Tahlequah Community Bldg., 300 W. First St.; Fri. 9-6:30, Sat. 9-5; free admission; children's booths, educational exhibits ang displays, auction; contact Sara Brasel, (918) 458-0801; e-mail: crosstimbersrd@earthlink.net

21-23--HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Show; AKS Gem Shows; Hot Springs Convention Center, 134 Convention Blvd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $5; classes in beading, PMC, chain maille, and more; contact Kay Schabilion, (504) 455-6101; e-mail: info@aksshow.com; Web site: www.aksshow.com

21-23--PASS CHRISTIAN, MISSISSIPPI: 33rd annual show; Harrison County Gem & Mineral Society; West Harrison Civic Center, Espy Ave.; contact Margaret Johnston, (228) 467-1457; e-mail: mmjms@bellsouth.net

21-23--SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Scottish Rite Event Center, 1895 Camino del Rio S; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com.

21-23--SARASOTA, FLORIDA: 192nd 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; frankcox@comcast.net; www.frankcoxproductions.com

22-23--CANTON, NEW YORK: 43rd annual show; St. Lawrence County Rock & Mineral Club; Canton Sportsman's Club, Nickerson Rd.; contact William deLorraine, (315) 287-4652; e-mail: wdellie@northnet.org; Web site: www.stlawrenceco.com

22-23--COLUMBUS, OHIO: Show; BeadStreet USA; Veteran's Memorial Hall, 300 W. Broad St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $6, free gift; beads, findings, wires, fibers, tools, cabochons, display items; contact Jane Strieter Smith, (216) 521-GEMS (4367); e-mail: spi@stratos.net; Web site: www.gemstreetusa.com

22-23--MOUNTAIN HOME, ARKANSAS: Annual show; Ozark Earth Science Gem, Mineral & Fossil Club; Cooper Park, 1101 Spring St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; door prizes, mineral and gem displays, interactive children's events, mineral, fossil, hand-made jewelry; contact Edward Hakesley, 821-1 Alexis Cir., Mountain Home, AR 72653, (870) 424-0956; e-mail: edscamp3@yahoo.com; Web site: www.ozarkearthscience.org

22-23--PEORIA, ILLINOIS: Show; Peoria Academy of Science Geology Section; Ramada and Conference Center, 4400 N. Brandywine Drive.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; demonstrators, silent auction, fluorescent display, exhibits, flume, fossil cleaning, the T-Rex SUE, ISGS material identification; contact Jim Travis, (309) 645-3609; e-mail: boatnick@aol.com; Web site: www.pasgeology.com

28-30--COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; OC Fair & Event Center/Bldg. 10, 88 Fair Dr.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

28-30--SOUTH BEND, INDIANA: 46th annual show and sale; Michiana Gem & Mineral Society; St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds, 5177 S. Ironwood Rd. (at Jackson Rd.); Fri. 2-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $2.50, children 6-12 $1, under 6 free; dealers, gems, fossils, minerals, jewelry, demonstrations, exhibits, Kids' Korner, silent auction; contact Kathy Miller, (574) 291-0332, or Marie Crull, (574) 272-7209; e-mail crullb2@sbcglobal.net

29--OCONOMOWOC, WISCONSIN: Rock swap; Kettle Moraine Geological Society; Kiltie Drive-In, N48 W36154 Wisconsin Ave.; Sat. 10-4; free admission; buy, sell, trade; contact Larry, (262) 443-0365; e-mail: tschaefer@employers.com

29-30--CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE: 46th annual show, "Capital Mineral Club Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Festival"; Capital Mineral Club; Everett Arena, 15 Loudon Rd., 1,500 feet east of I-93 Exit 14; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; adults $4, children 12 and under free with parent; minerals, crystals, lapidary, faceted gems, books, magazines, fosils, jewelry, carvings, displays, free kids' minerals; contact Scott P. Higgins, (207) 439-1107; Web site: www.capitalmineralclub.org

29-30--FREEPORT, NEW YORK: Show; Village of Freeport; Recreation Center, 130 E. Merrick Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, children under 12 free with adult; contact Ralph Gose, P.O. Box 1418, Melville, NY 11747, (631) 271-8411; e-mail: kaleidoscopegemshows@yahoo.com

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SEPTEMBER 2009:

4-6--SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Earl Warren Showgrounds/Exhibit Hall, 3400 Calle Real; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

4-7--FORT BRAGG, CALIFORNIA: Show; 48th annual show; Mendocino Coast Gem & Mineral Society; Town Hall, Main and Laurel; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6, Mon. 10-4; free admission; contact Don McDonell, 643 N. McPherson, Fort Bragg, CA 95437, (707) 964-3116

5-6--ARLINGTON, TEXAS: 51st annual show, "Nature's Kaleidoscope"; Arlington Gem & Mineral Club; Arlington Convention Center, 1100 Ballpark Way; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, seniors and children $3; dealers, jewelry, beads, gems, minerals, fossils, Kids' Korner, Rock Food Table, professional gem identification, silent auctions, hourly door prizes, ; contact Karen Cessna, 1408 Gibbins Rd., Arlington, TX 76011, (817) 277-2286; e-mail: cessnak@ont.com; Web site: www.agemclub.org

5-6--AUGUSTA, MAINE: 20th annual show; Kennebec Rocks & Minerals Club; National Guard Armory, Western Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; dealers, door prizes, demonstrations, cabbing, lapidary, fluorescent display, mineral displays, jewelry, gems, fossils, geode slicing, kids' mineral mine; contact KRMC, (207) 873-6270

5-7--CANBY, OREGON: Show, "Willamette Valley Gem, Mineral, Jewelry & Fossil Show"; Jean Mill; Clackamas County Fairgrounds, off Hwy. 99 E; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-6, Mon. 9-4; free admission; free pearl pendant to 1st 100 ladies daily, drawing Mon., 75 outside booths; contact Jean Miller, P.O. Box 136, Molalla, OR 97038, (503) 829-2680; e-mail: shadow92337@molalla.net; Web site: www.ogmshows.com

5-7--SILVER CITY, NEW MEXICO: 26th annual show; Grant County Rolling Stones Gem & Mineral Society; Silver City Recreation Center, 11th St. and Gold St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5, Mon. 10-4; free admission; more than 60 dealers from the U.S., Mexico and Asia, free daily field trips, silent auction, Wheel of Fortune, raffles; contact L. Lett, (575) 538-3216; e-mail: show09@stockmanfamily.net; Web site: http://rollingstonesgms.blogspot.com/

11-13--FERNDALE, CALIFORNIA: 5th annual show, "Wildcat Gem Fest"; Wildcat Gem Society; Humboldt County Fairgrounds, 1250 5th St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; raffles, demonstrations, classes, silent auctions, world-class exhibits; contact Mike Martin, P.O. Box 189, Miranda, CA 95553, (707) 943-1575; e-mail: micknorma@directv.net

11-13--GREENFIELD, INDIANA: 33rd annual show, "Greater Indianapolis Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show"; 500 Earth Sciences Club; Hancock County Fairgrounds, 602 N. Apple St.; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 9-7, Sun. 10-4; free admission; silent auctions, door prizes, kids' activities, demonstrations, educational displays and Programs, special Children's Museum of Indianapolis fossil exhibit, Dealers, swappers, fossils, minerals, gems, jewelry, lapidary items; contact Don Mahoney, 17914 Juniper Rd., Argos, IN 46501, (574) 892-5264; e-mail: DLMCNACLU@aol.com; Web site: www.geology.iupui.edu/Outreach/500_earth_sciences/show.htm

11-13--MARIETTA (ATLANTA), GEORGIA: Show; Frank Cox Productions; Cobb County Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Pkwy.; Fri. 1-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; frankcox@comcast.net; www.frankcoxproductions.com

11-13--ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Ontario Convention Center/Exhibit Hall B, 2000 Convention Center Way; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

11-13--TOLEDO, OHIO: 38th annual show; Toledo Gem & Rockhound Club; Stranahan Complex, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd.; Fri. 2-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $4, seniors and students $3, children under 12 free; free kids' mineral kits, kids' games, exhibits, demonstrations, mini classes, Touch & Feel Area, scholarship raffle, silent auction, club sales, more than 20 dealers, beads, jewelry, gems, precious metals, fossils, minerals, carvings, gem trees, tools, equipment; contact Jerri Heer, 247 Decatur, Toledo, OH 43609, (419) 531-8124; e-mail: jheerx6@aol.com; Web site: www.toledogemandrockhounds.com

11-13--WINSTON-SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA: 38th annual show; Forsyth Gem & Mineral Club; Coliseum Annex Bldg., Dixie Classic Fairgrounds, Gate #9 from 27th St.; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 12-5; contact W. A. Marion, 1163 Bear Creek Church Rd., Mocksville, NC 27028; e-mail: MarionA1@yadtel.net

12-13--CLE ELUM, WASHINGTON: Show; All Rockhounds Pow Wow Club of America; Teanaway Campground (free dry camping with outhouses only); membership required for field trips (individual $7.50, family $15); dig for agates, crystals, jadeite, jasper, blue agate; contact Pauline Miller, (360) 658-8091; e-mail: paulinem280@aol.com; or Rocky McCall, (360) 629-2515; e-mail: rm711@tgi.net

12-13--FAIRFIELD, IOWA: 14th annual show, "Ancient Footprints In The Sand"; The Sac & Fox Lapidary Club; Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, Main St. and Briggs Ave.; Sat. 9-8, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, children up to 18 25 cents; contact Betty Morris, (319) 385-9584; e-mail: emorris@lisco.com

12-13--HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA: 44th annual show; Central Pennsylvania Rock & Mineral Club; Zembo Auditorium, 3rd St. and Division St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, children 12 and under and Scouts in uniform free; displays, hobby-related talks, Scout programs, kids' mini-mine, vendors, discount coupon on Web site; contact Toni Donchak, 5718 Oak Ave., Harrisburg, PA 17112, (717) 657-2309; e-mail: adonchak@panetwork.com; Web site: www.rockandmineral.org

12-13--MADRAS, OREGON: Show; All Rockhounds Pow Wow Club; Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 430 SW Fairgrounds Rd.; Wed. 8-9:30, Thu. 8-9:30, Fri. 8-9:30, Sat. 8-9:30, Sun. 8-5; free admission, membership required for field trips; camping, daily field trips (agate, jasper, thunder eggs, petrified wood), kids' rock toss/scramble, rock swapping, guest speakers, live band, bingo with door prizes, auction, dealers, rough rock, findings, finished jewelry, equipment; contact Pauline Miller, 4900 80th St. NE #47, Marysville, WA 98270, (360) 658-8091; e-mail: paulinem280@aol.com

12-13--NEW MILFORD, CONNECTICUT: 59th annual show; Danbury Mineralogical Society; New Milford High School, Danbury Rd.; Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; adults $4.50, seniors and full-time students with ID $3, kids under 12 and scouts in uniform free; dealers, minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, gold panning, exhibits, grab bags; contact Pat Hackett, (860) 355-9799; e-mail: prhackett@charter.net; Web site: www.danburymineralogicalsociety.org

12-13--ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Jewelry, Gem, & Variety Expo"; Green New Media & Life Expo Inc.; Ontario Convention Center, 2000 E. Convention Center Way; Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $14, seniors two for $14, children under 12 free; book signing, speakers, demonstrations; contact G. Fisher, (702) 467-9411; e-mail: GEFisher39@aol.com; Web site: www.GreenNewMediaLifeExpo.com

12-13--POWNAL, VERMONT: Show; Northern Berkshire Mineral Club; American Legion Post #90, Rte. 7; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, children under 12 free with adult, group rates; minerals, gems, jewelry, children's fish pond, door prizes; contact Cindy Lee Hancock, 45 Spring St., Apt. 103, North Adams, MA 01247, (413) 664-4115

12-13--ROSEBURG, OREGON: Show, "Rock Round-Up"; Umpqua Gem & Mineral Club; Douglas County Fairgrounds, I-5 Exit 123; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4:30; free admission; dealers, rough, gems, minerals, fossils, beads, jewelry, tools, equipment, books, displays, demonstrators, UV mineral exhibit, silent auction, wheel of fortune, geode cutting, raffles, door prizes, gold panning, kids' rock hunt; contact David Snyder, (541) 679-7553; e-mail: dwilliams@mcsi.net

12-13--SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Annual fall swap; Northwest Arkansas Gem & Mineral Society; clubhouse, Hwy. 43, just north of Siloam Springs; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; kids' gem wash, auction; contact Dave Leininger, (479) 263-1324; e-mail: Hulagrub@aol.com; Web site: www.nwarockhounds.org

12-13--VISTA, CALIFORNIA: Show; Vista Gem & Mineral Society; Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; 13 dealers, books, equipment, beads, jewelry, rough materials, demonstrators, cases, free gem identification; contact Fred Wilson, (760) 433-8446, Cherie Wilson, (760) 941-7073, or Lois M. Harr, (760) 724-0395

12-13--WALLA WALLA, WASHINGTON: Show; Marcus Whitman Gem and Mineral Society; Walla Walla County Fair Ground Community Center, 9th St. and Orchard; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Warren Rood, (509) 522-2330; e-mail: wrood@coffeycomm.com

13--BLOOMINGTON (MINNEAPOLIS), MINNESOTA: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Hilton, Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport (Ballrooms A,B,C & D), 3800 American Blvd E; Sun. 12-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

15--GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Suamico Ale House, 2310 Lineville Rd.; Tue. 12-4; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

16--MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Clarion Hotel Airport (Ballroom), 5311 S. Howell Ave.; Wed. 1-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

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

16-20--DENVER, COLORADO: Wholesale and retail show, "The Denver Coliseum Mineral, Fossil, and Gem Show"; Eons Expositions, LLC; Denver Coliseum, 4600 Humboldt St.; Wed. 10-6, Thu. 10-6, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; adults $3, seniors and students $2, children free; more than 100 dealers, minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry; contact Lowell Carhart, 7514 Antelope Meadows Circle, Peyton, CO 80831, (719) 886-7046; e-mail: lowellcarhart@yahoo.com; Web site: http://eons-expos.com/

16-20--DENVER, COLORADO: Wholesale and retail show, "Denver Expo Gem Mineral Fossil & Bead Show"; Tucson Electric Park Gem Show; National Western Complex, 4655 Humboldt St.; Wed. 10-7, Thu. 10-7, Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-4; free admission, open to the public; gems, minerals, fossils, beads, jewelry; contact Al Sargent, P.O. Box 2902, Tucson, AZ 85702, (520) 883-6447; e-mail: tepgemshow@hotmail.com; Web site: www.TucsonElectricParkGemShow.com

17--SCHILLER PARK (CHICAGO), ILLINOIS: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Comfort Suites O'Hare Airport, 4200 N. River Rd.; Thu. 12-4; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

17-20--DENVER, COLORADO: Retail and wholesale show; Bead Renaissance Shows; Crown Plaza, DIA, 15500 E. 40th Ave.; Thu. 10-6, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; bead artists, dealers, ancient, vintage, contemporary and designer beads, jewelry, tools, books; contact J&J Promotions LLC, P.O. Box 420, Williamsburg, NM 87942, (575) 894-1293; e-mail: beadshow@aol.com; Web site: www.beadshow.com

18-19--PASO ROBLES, CALIFORNIA: 18th annual show; Santa Lucia Rockhounds; Pioneer Park and Museum, 2010 Riverside Ave.;, south of Mid-State Fairgrounds; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; dealers, exhibits, raffle prizes, youth activities, silent auction, demonstrations, games; contact Rich Smithen, P.O. Box 481, San Miguel, CA 93451, (805) 467-2966; e-mail: jonme2@wildblue.net

18-20--DENVER, COLORADO: 42nd annual Denver Gem and Mineral Show, "Fossils - Windows to the Past"; Greater Denver Area Gem & Mineral Council; Denver Merchandise Mart, 451 E. 58th Ave.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, seniors and students (13-17) $4, children free with adult; museum and competitive displays, minerals, fossils, meteorites, gems, beads, jewelry, books, tools, equipment, lectures, hobby demonstrations, free gold panning, hands-on activities, Colorado Fossil Expo, more than 130 dealers; contact Greater Denver Area Gem & Mineral Council, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Box 4, 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO 80205, (303) 233-2516; e-mail: info@denvermineralshow.com; Web site: www.denvermineralshow.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

18-20--ENID, OKLAHOMA: Show; Enid Gem & Mineral Society; 4125 W. Owen K. Garriot Rd., 1705 S. Johnson St.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Billy Wood, 1705 S. Johnson St., Enid, OK 73703, (580) 234-5344; e-mail: baronladislaus@att.net

18-20--HILLSBORO, OREGON: 29th annual Portland Regional Gem & Mineral Show, "A Rockhound Revival"; Hillsboro Fair Complex, across from Hillsboro Airport; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Russ Snook, (503) 648-3989; e-mail: dmsnook28@yahoo.com

18-20--LINCOLN, MISSOURI: 50th annual show; Mozarkite Society of Lincoln; Lincoln City Park; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-3; free admission; dig-your-own mozarkite, displays, silent auction; contact Linville Harms, (660) 827-4143, or Larry Twenter, (660) 826-1324

18-20--SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Marin Center/Exhibit Hall, 10 Avenue of the Flags; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

19--GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Grand Inn & Conference Center (Stars Room), 3221 Plainfield Ave. NE; Sat. 12-4; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

19-20--CLARKSVILLE, INDIANA: Show, "Falls Fossil Festival"; Falls of the Ohio Foundation; Falls of the Ohio State Park, 201 W. Riverside Dr.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; fossils, minerals, lapidary, books, rock ID, fossil park and museum brochures, children's activity tent, guest speakers (details on Web site), mineral and fossil collecting piles, guided hikes on world-famous Devonian fossil beds; contact Alan Goldstein, 201 W. Riverside Dr., Clarksville, IN 47129, (812) 280-9970; e-mail: agoldstein@dnr.in.gov; Web site: www.fallsoftheohio.org

19-20--HARTLAND, MICHIGAN: 36th annual show; Livingston Gem & Mineral Society; Hartland Education Support Service Center, 9525 E. Highland Rd. (M-59), 1 mile west of U.S. 23; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $2, children under 12 50 cents; gold, silver, pearls, fossils, crystals, club table, children's table, lapidary exhibits, demonstrations, faceting, polishing, wire craft, spheres; contact Chuck Amberger, (248) 446-0818, or Marve Martin, (517) 521-3135

19-20--JACKSON, CALIFORNIA: 9th annual Tailgate Gemboree; Fossils For Fun Society; Kennedy Gold Mine, 12954 Kennedy Mine Rd.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission; indoor exhibits, outdoor dealers, rocks, gems, minerals, fossils, Sat. night auctions, surface mine tours, gold panning; contact Debbie Bunn, P.O. Box 255702, Sacramento, CA 95670, (916) 929-6665;e-mail:fossilsforfun@hotmail.com; Web site: www.geocities.com/fossilsforfunsociety/index.html

19-20--REDWOOD CITY, CALIFORNIA: 43rd annual show, "Harvest of Gems"; Sequoia Gem & Mineral Society; Redwood City Community Activity Bldg., 1400 Roosevelt Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults free; displays, dealers, glass bead making, kids' cab polishing, silent auction; contact Carol Corden, (650) 248-7155; e-mail: ccorden@earthlink.net; Web site: http://sgms.driftmine.com/

19-20--RHINEBECK, NEW YORK: 40th annual show and sale, "The Rocks of the Hudson Valley"; Mid-Hudson Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rte. 9; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-3; adults $5, seniors $4, students $2, Scouts in uniform and children 12 and under free with adult; more than 30 dealers, lapidary demonstrations, minerals, gems, jewelry, free rocks for kids, fossils, beads, tools, books, fluorescent minerals, exhibits, lapidary rough, wire wrapped gems, wholesaler, Earth Science Scavenger Hunt, New York State Museum and Vassar College Museum of Geology exhibits; contact Carolyn Reynard, (845) 471-1224; Web site: www.geocities.com/nyrockhounds

19-20--SHARONVILLE (CINCINNATI), OHIO: Show; BeadStreet USA; Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Rd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $6, free gift; beads, findings, wires, fibers, tools, cabochons, display items; contact Jane Strieter Smith, (216) 521-GEMS (4367); e-mail: spi@stratos.net; Web site: www.gemstreetusa.com.

19-20--STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Earth's Treasures Gem Show"; Stockton Lapidary & Mineral Club; Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 33 W. Alpine Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, children 12 and under free with adult; lapidary and jewelry demonstrations, 40 exhibits, silent auction, kids' activities, $1 off coupon on Web site; contact Nettie Meissner, P.O. Box 357, Lathrop, CA 95330, (209) 858-2263; e-mail: footsey1@yahoo.com; Web site: www.stocktonlapidary.com

20--LIVONIA (DETROIT), MICHIGAN: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Radisson, 17123 Laurel Park Dr N.; Sun. 1-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

22--INDEPENDENCE (CLEVELAND), OHIO: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Sheraton Independence, 5300 Rockside Rd.; Tue. 12-4; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

24--WEST HENRIETTA (ROCHESTER), NEW YORK: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; RIT Inn & Conference Center, 5257 W. Henrietta Rd.; Thu. 12-5.; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

25-27--BEREA, OHIO: Show and sale, "Gemstreet USA"; Strieter Productions Inc.; Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 164 Eastland Rd. (use Bagley Rd. entrance); Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7, seniors (62+) and students (12-17) $5, children (under 12) free, ticket good all three days; gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils, beads, videos, tool, supplies, Scout badges; contact Jane Strieter Smith, P.O. Box 770680, Lakewood, OH 44107, (216) 521-4367; e-mail: spi@stratos.net; Web site: www.gemstreetusa.com

25-27--CLEVELAND, OHIO: Show; GemStreet USA; Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, Bagley Rd. entrance, 0.5 mile west of I-71 and Bagley Rd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7, seniors (60+) and students (12-17) $5, under 12 free, ticket good all weekend; fine gems, jewelry, mineral specimens, fossils, beads, findings, display items, Scout badges, discount coupon on Web site; contact Jane Strieter Smith, (216) 521-GEMS (4367); e-mail: spi@stratos.net; Web site: www.gemstreetusa.com

25-27--JOPLIN, MISSOURI: 11th annual show, "Rock-a-thon"; Tri-State Gem & Mineral Society; Memorial Hall, 212 W. 8th St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-3; free admission; door prizes, live auction, demonstrations; contact Chris Wiseman, P.O. Box 555, Joplin, MO 64802, (417) 623-1180; e-mail: jmc-cwiseman@sbcglobal.net

25-27--SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; South Towne Exposition Center/Exhibit Hall 5, 9575 S. State St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

26--BURLINGTON (BOSTON), MASSACHUSETTS: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Hilton Garden Inn Boston-Burlington, 5 Wheeler Rd.; Sat. 12-4; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

26-27--DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA: Show; Delvers Gem & Mineral Society; Woman's Club of Downey, 9813 Paramount Blvd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; free admission; demonstrations, exhibits, vendors, raffle, grab bags; contact Nancy Bird, (562) 697-0636; e-mail: nancyjbird@verison.net

26-27--FRANKLIN, NEW JERSEY: 53rd annual show, "Franklin-Sterling Hill Mineral, Gem & Jewelry Show"; Franklin Mineral Museum; Franklin School, Washington Ave.; Sat. 7:30-6, Sun. 9-5; adults $7, children $4; contact Lee Lowell, (973) 827-6671; e-mail: fmm1954@earthlink.net

26-27--MISSOULA, MONTANA: 15th annual show, "GOLD: Fifty Years of Rockhounding"; Hellgate Mineral Society; Ruby's Reserve Street Inn, 4825 N. Reserve; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Bob Riggs, 14 Holiday Ln., Missoula, MT 59081, (406) 543-3667

26-27--MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA: 50th annual show; Carmel Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Monterey Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairgrounds Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3.50, children free with adult; contact Sky Paxton, (831) 262-2492; e-mail: sky@familystones.net; or Janis Rovetti, (831) 657-1933; e-mail: janis12@sbcglobal.net; Web site: www.cvgms.org

26-27--NEWARK, DELAWARE: Show, "The Newark Gem and Jewelry Show"; Gem Show Expo Productions; 908 Janice Dr.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; contact Nico, P.O. Box 412, Skippack, PA 19474, (484) 269-0406; e-mail: info@gemshowexpo.com; Web site: www.gemshowexpo.com

26-27--OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN: Show, "Prehistoric Time Returns to Oshkosh"; Oshkosh Earth Science Club; Sunnyview Expo Center, 625 E. County Rd. "Y"; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; adults $2, students free with ID, children under 12 free; Weis Earth Science Museum "Teeth Thru Time", more than 80 vendor tables, free kids' events sponsored by Jewelers Mutual Insurance, exhibits, silent auctions, speakers, demonstrations, club sales; contact Robert Fox, (920) 235-4669; e-mail: foxbooks@northnet.net

26-27--TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Grand Traverse Area Rock & Mineral Club; Grand Traverse Heritage Center, 322 Sixth St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-4; dealers, rocks, gems, minerals, demonstrations, jewelry making, cutting, polishing, kids' area, door prizes; conatct Cynthia Vaughn, (231) 276-6150; e-mail: Maple2b@aol.com

27--NEW HAVEN, CONNECTICUT: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Holiday Inn New Haven (Emerald Ballroom 1), 201 Washington Ave.; Sun. 1-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

28--EAST HANOVER, NEW JERSEY: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Ramada Inn and Conference Center (Ballroom), 130 Rt. 10 W; Mon. 12-4; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

29--ESSINGTON (PHILADELPHIA), PENNSYLVANIA: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Ramada Inn Airport (Ballroom B, C & D), 76 Industrial Hwy.; Tue. 12-4; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

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30-4--IDABEL, OKLAHOMA: Annual show and sale: McCurtain Gem & Mineral Club; Museum of the Red River, 812 S.E. Lincoln Rd.; free admission; Wed. 9-5, Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; contact Cephis Hall, (580) 494-6612

30-4--JOSHUA TREE, CALIFORNIA: 34th annual show, "Gem, Mineral, and Handicraft Jamboree"; Sportsman Club of Joshua Tree; 6225 Sunburst Ave.; Wed. 8-5, Thu. 8-5, Fri. 8-5, Sat. 8-5, Sun. 8-3; free admission; minerals, fossils, crystals, gems, meteorites, jewelry, beads, geology supplies, raffles; contact Boo or Chad Barker, Sportsman Club of Joshua Tree Gem Show, 6225 Sunburst Ave., Joshua Tree, CA 92252, (760) 368-7859 or (760) 368-7327; e-mail: jtsportsmans1@verizon.net; Web site: jtsportmansclub.com

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OCTOBER 2009:

1--PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Thu. 2-6; Holiday Inn - Greentree Pittsburgh Central (Grand Ballroom), 401 Holiday Dr.; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

1-5--MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA: Jewelry trade show; Jewelers International Showcase; Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr.; Thu. 10-6, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6, Mon. 10-4; jewelry trade only, no general public, adults free, under 16 not admitted; jewelry manufacturers from around the world exhibit in 1,500 booths; contact Michael G. Breslow, 6421 Congress Ave., Ste. 105, Boca Raton, FL 33487, (561) 998-0205; e-mail: jisshow@aol.com; Web site: www.jisshow.com

2--COLUMBUS, OHIO: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Holiday Inn Columbus Worthington, 7007 N. High St.; Fri. 2-6; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

2-4--COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; OC Fair & Event Center/Bldg. 14 & 16, 88 Fair Dr.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

2-4--ELKRIDGE, MARYLAND: Paul Desautels Micromount Symposium; Baltimore Mineral Society; MHA Conference Center, 6820 Deerpath Rd.; Fri. 7-9:30, Sat. 8-9:30, Sun. 8-1; adults $25; Micromounters Hall of Fame ceremonies; contact Cal Pierson; e-mail: calpierson2@hotmail.com; Web site: edisk.fandm.edu/mike.seeds/BMS.htm

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

2-4--SARASOTA, FLORIDA: 193rd show; Frank Cox Productions; 801 N. Tamiami Tr. (Hwy. 41); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $4 (3 days), under 16 free; gems, jewelry, beads; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; frankcox@comcast.net; www.frankcoxproductions.com

2-4--SEQUIM, WASHINGTON: Show, "Earth's Treasures"; Clallam County Gem & Mineral Society; Boys & Girls Club of Olympic Peninsula, 400 W. Fir St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-3:30; free admission; contact Foster Thompson, (360) 670-1405 or (360) 681-7981, or Sonia Zachman, (360) 452-8588

3--CINCINNATI, OHIO: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Cintas Center, Xavier University (James and Caroline Duff Banquet Center), 1624 Herald Ave.; Sat. 1-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

3--WORCESTER, PENNSYLVANIA: Show, "Skippack Gem & Jewelry Show"; Gem Show Expo; 3017 Skippack Pike; Sat. 10-6; adults $3, children 12 and under free; dealers, gems, jewelry, beads, minerals, coincides with The Skippack Days Art and Craft Show; contact Nico, (484) 269-0406; e-mail: gemshow@rock.com; Web site: http://gemshow.webs.com/

3-4--ANCASTER, ONTARIO, CANADA: Show, "Ancaster Gem, Mineral, Bead & Jewellery Show"; Robert Hall Originals; Ancaster Fairgrounds, 630 Trinity Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, children under 12 free; crystals, minerals, cut stones, wire wrapping, beads, beading supplies, lapidary supplies, the latest in jewelry designs; contact Robert Parry, 138 Sugar Maple Rd., St. George, ON, N0E 1N0, (519) 448-1236; e-mail: rockshow@roberthalloriginals.com

3-4--GREELEY, COLORADO: Show; Weld County Rock & Mineral Society; Greeley Senior Activity Center, 1010 6th St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-4; free admission; children's games, demonstrations, rough and polished rocks, drawings, grab bags, minerals, dealers, fossils, jewelry; contact Melanie DeHart, 410 21 Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631, (970) 352-8149; e-mail: hamlethouse@yahoo.com

3-4--JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN: 37th annual show; Rock River Valley Geological Society; Jefferson County Fair Park, Jackson and Peurner Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; dealers, gems, minerals, fossils, demonstrations, wire wrapping, faceting, cabochon cutting; contact Robert Schweitzer, (920) 674-2544

3-4--LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY: 19th annual show and sale; Rockhounds of Central Kentucky; National Guard Armory, 4301 Airport Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; adults $1, children 6-12 50 cents or $3 per family, Scouts in uniform free; dealers, minerals, jewelry, equipment, club sales, demonstrations, exhibits, silent auctions, hourly door prizes, blacklight display, kids' quarry; contact Kay Fisher, 1905 Port Royal Ct., Lexington, KY 40504, (859) 537-1776; e-mail: kkay19@aol.com; Web site: lexingtonrockclub.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

4--FALLBROOK, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Fall Festival Of Gems"; Fallbrook Gem & Mineral Society; Fallbrook Gem & Mineral Society & Museum, 123 W. Alvarado St.; Sun. 10-4; free admission; vendors, raffle, silent auction, wheel of fortune, gem ID, gold panning, geode cracking, museum and gift shop open; contact Mary Fong-Walker, 123 W. Alvarado St., Fallbrook, CA 92028, (760) 728-1130; e-mail: ikonmining@gmail.com; Web site: www.FGMS.org

4--INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Marriott Indianapolis East, 7202 E. 21st St.; Sun. 1-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

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--MOAB, UTAH: 50th annual show; Moab Points & Pebbles Club; Old Spanish Trail Arena, 3641 S. Hwy. 191; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-4; free admission; dealers, demonstrators, field trips, raffle, spin wheel; contact Jerry Hansen, P.O. Box 1459, Moab, UT 84532, (435) 259-3393; e-mail: moabrockclub@live.com; Web site: moabrockclub.net

9-11--MT. CLEMENS, MICHIGAN: Show, "The Greater Detroit Gem, Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show"; Michigan Mineralogical Society; Gibraltar Trade Center North, 237 N. River Rd., I-94 exit 237; Fri. 9-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-5; "Colorful Calcites" theme, museum and university exhibits, private collector and dealer displays, more than 50 dealers, minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, carvings, special dinosaur attractions, silent auction, lectures, demonstrations, free mineral ID, gold panning, fossil digging; contact Carol Werner, (248) 887-3906; e-mail: briarhillwerner@comcast.net; Web site: www.michmin.org

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

9-11--SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Scottish Rite Center, 6151 H St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

9-11--SHELTON, WASHINGTON: 1st annual show/fundraiser, "Rocktoberfest"; Shelton Rock & Mineral Society; Mason County Fairgrounds; Fri. 9-9, Sat. 9-9, Sun. 9-9; free admission; vendors, rocks, jewelry, cut stones, rough gem materials, books, equipment; contact Jim Allen, (360) 426-7580; e-mail: hambiskit@yahoo.com; or Richard Buchholtz, (360) 427-2497; e-mail: giggpig@aol.com

10--SPOKANE, WASHINGTON: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Mirabeau Hotel Spokane Valley (Ballroom), 1100 N. Sullivan Rd.; Sat. 11-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

10-11--GRASS VALLEY, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Earth's Treasures"; Nevada County Gem & Mineral Society; Nevada County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, children under 12 free; special shark jaws and fossil exhibit, lapidary and jewelry-making demonstrations, dealers, club member displays, kids' activities, silent auction, door prizes, grand prizes; contact Kim Moore, 16045 Banner Quaker Hill Rd., Nevada City, CA 95959-8816, (530) 470-0388; e-mail: kmoore160@comcast.net; Web site: www.ncgms.org

10-11--MARYSVILLE, WASHINGTON: Annual show, "Rocktoberfest"; Marysville Rock & Gem Club; Totem Middle School, 7th St. and State Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Bill Moser, (425) 238-8222; e-mail: bill-jj@comcast.net; or Rocky McCall, (360) 629-2515

10-11--ORLANDO, FLORIDA: 18th annual fossil and mineral show; Florida Fossil Hunters; Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W. Colonial Dr.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $4, children $1; fossils, rocks, gems, minerals, silent auctions, supplies, books, educational material, children's dig pit, Scout activities; contact Valerie First, 223 Ringwood Dr., Winter Springs, FL 32708, (407) 699-9274; e-mail: vjfirst@aol.com; Web site: Floridafossilhunters.com

10-11--PAYSON, ARIZONA: 12th annual show; Payson Rimstones Rock Club; Mazatzal Hotel & Casino Event Center - Bingo Hall, Tonto Apache Reservation; adults $3, children under 12 free; discount tickets available at Payson Chamber of Commerce, Payson Library, Parks & Recreation Office; contact Barry Jones, (928) 476-3513

10-11--ROSEVILLE, MINNESOTA: Har Mar Fall Show; Anoka County Gem & Mineral Club; Har Mar Mall, 2100 Snelling Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; free admission; contact Martha Miss, 8445 Grange Blvd., Cottage Grove, MN 55016, (651) 459-0343; e-mail: rockbiz8@cz.com

10-11--SIERRA VISTA, ARIZONA: 35th annual show; Huachuca Mineral & Gem Club; Elks Lodge, Wilcox Ave., 1 block east of Buffalo Soldier Trail; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; free admission; live demonstrations, educational displays, gems, jewelry, fossils, equipment, lapidary supplies; contact Ingrid Baillie, P.O. Box 1596, Sierra Vista, AZ 85636, (520) 459-3718; e-mail: ibaillie@cox.net

10-11--TEMPLE, TEXAS: Show; South Central Federation, Tri-City Gem & Mineral Society; Frank Mayborn Civic & Convention Center, 3303 N. Third St.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, children under 12 free; faceting demonstrations, grab bags, treasure wheel, silent auction, displays; contact Leslie O. Connally, 875 N. Wheat Rd., Belton, TX 76513, (254) 939-7015; e-mail: lconnally@clearwire.net

10-11--TRONA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Gem-O-Rama"; Searles Lake Gem & Mineral Society; SLGM Show Bldg., 13337 Main St.; Sat. 7:30-5, Sun. 7:30-4; free admission; three field trips to Searles Lake to collect saline minerals, mineral dealers, exhibits, tour of Searles Valley Minerals manufacturing plants, geode cutting and sales, sphere-making demonstration, hourly prizes, grand prize drawing; contact Jim & Bonnie Fairchild, 84830 12th St., Trona, CA 93562, (760) 372-5356; e-mail: slgms@iwvisp.com; Web site: www1.iwvisp.com/tronagemclub/

16-18--DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Del Mar Fairgrounds/Exhibit Hall, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

16-18--FORT WAYNE, INDIANA: 48th annual show and sale; Three Rivers Gem & Mineral Society; Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Rd.; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, seniors (55+) $2, students $1, children under 12 free; dealers, rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry, lapidary, displays, working exhibits, silent auction, door prizes, kids' games; contact Michele Yamanaka, 4336 Charter Ln., Fort Wayne, IN 46815l e-mail: YamanakaM@cs.com

16-18--FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA: 20th annual show, "Leaf Lookers Gemboree"; Gem & Mineral Society of Franklin; Macon County Community Bldg., US Hwy. 441S; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12–5; adults $2, children 12 and under free; minerals, beads, handcrafted jewelry, rough and cut stones, lapidary equipment, demonstrations, door prizes, gold and silver jewelry, findings, jewelry repairs and mounting; contact Linda Harbuck, 425 Porter St., Franklin, NC 28734, (800) 336-7829; e-mail: lindah@franklin-chamber.com; Web site: franklin-chamber.com

16-18--NATCHEZ, MISSISSIPPI: Show; AKS Gem Shows; Natchez Convention Center, 211 Main St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $5; classes in beading, PMC, chain maille, and more; contact Kay Schabilion, (504) 455-6101; e-mail: info@aksshow.com; Web site: www.aksshow.com

16-18--PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA: Show, "The Philadelphia Gem Jewelry and Gift Show"; Gem Show Expo Productions; 3417 Spruce St.; Fri. 12-5, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, children free with adult; gems, jewelry, beads, gifts; contact Nicholas, P.O. Box 412, Skippack, PA 19474, (484) 269-0406; e-mail: info@gemshowexpo.com; Web site: www.gemshowexpo.com

16-18--SPRINGFIELD, OREGON: 52nd annual show; Springfield Thunderegg Rock Club; Gateway Mall, 3000 Gateway St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-4; contact Bob Smith, (541) 741-0060, or John Randall, (541) 683-2661; e-mail: sweetbottom@juno.com

16-18--VICTORIA, TEXAS: Show; Victoria Gem & Mineral Society; Victoria Community Center, 2905 E. North St.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, children free with adults; jewelry-making demonstrations, gemstone identification, wheel of fortune, jewelry, fossils, minerals, geodes, crystals, jewelry findings, gemstones, lapidary equipment and supplies; contact Ken Lemke, 3417 Coletoville Rd., Victoria, TX 77905, (361) 575-5350; e-mail: klemke@vctx.org

17--SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Seattle Center, San Juan Rooms; Sat. 2-4; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

17-18--BRISTOL, CONNECTICUT: 37th annual show/EFMLS Annual Convention; Bristol Gem & Mineral Club; Beals Community Center, 240 Stafford Ave.; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, seniors $4, children under 12 free; gems, jewelry, mineral specimens, crystals, hands-on educational exhibits, grand door prize, free children's games and activities; contact Dave Korzendorfer, 208 Westledge Rd., W. Simsbury, CT 06092, (860) 651-9980; e-mail: Bristolgem@hotmail.com; Web site: www.Bristolgem.org

17-18--CLIO, MICHIGAN: 42nd annual show; Flint Rock & Gem Club; Carter Middle School, 300 Upland Dr., off Vienna Rd./M-57; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, children 6-18 $1.50, under 6 free with adult, Scouts in uniform free; displays, lapidary demonstrations, children's activities, dealers, jewelry, gems, minerals, rough, door prizes, raffle; contact Ed Hearn, , (810) 687-2339; e-mail: edleo324@comcast.net; Web site: www.flintrockandgem.org

17-18--COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA: Show; Minnesota Mineral Club; National Guard Training and Community Center, 8180 Belden Blvd., U.S. Hwy. 61 Grange Blvd. exit; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2, children $1, families $5; dealers, tailgate sales, agates, rocks, gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, exhibits, demonstrations, kids' corner; contact Rita, (651) 457-4285, or Sandy Fuller; e-mail: rockbiz8@cs.com; Web site: www.minnesotamineralclub.org

17-18--JOHNSTOWN, NEW YORK: Show; Fulton County Mineral Club; Johnstown Moose Lodge, 109 Comrie Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults and seniors $2, students and children free; contact Paul Cornell, 122 Skunk Hollow Rd., Gloversville, NY 12078, (518) 725-7076; e-mail: pllenroc@frontiernet.net

17-18--LAKESIDE, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Rockhound Roundup"; El Cajon Valley Gems & Mineral Society; Lakeside Rodeo Grounds, 12684 Mapleview Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; demonstrators, jewelry, beads, findings, rough and faceted gemstones, arts and crafts, kids' games, equipment; contact Carolyn Boland, 10950 Vista Camino, Lakeside, CA 92040, (619) 561-7498; e-mail: bobpeggyb99@aol.com; Web site: www.ecvgms.com

17-18--LEWISTON, IDAHO: Show, "Hidden Treasure!"; Hells Canyon Gem Club; Nez Perce County Fair Bldg., 1229 Burrell Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, students free with ID card, seniors $2, children under 12 free; dealers, rough rock, fine jewelry, displays, demonstrations, Kids' Corner, rock crafts, activities, silent auction, grand prize drawing; contact Rick Westerholm, 813 Bryden Dr., Lewiston, ID 83501, (208) 746-2101; e-mail: rkwester@cableone.net

17-18--PLACERVILLE, CALIFORNIA: 26th annual show; El Dorado County Mineral & Gem Society; El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Dr., Hwy. 50 Exit 44B; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, children 12 and under free; special exhibit "All That Glitters," case displays, lapidary and jewelry-making demonstrations, free kids' activities, more than 40 dealers, minerals, rough and faceted gems, jewelry, beads, fossils, petrified wood, meteorites, lapidary and jewelry making supplies, equipment, books, silent auction, door prizes, raffle; contact Jackie Cerrato, P.O. Box 950, Placerville, CA 95667; e-mail: info@rockandgemshow.org; Web site: www.rockandgemshow.org

17-18--SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: 33rd annual show; Santa Rosa Mineral & Gem Society; Veterans Memorial Bldg., 1351 Maple Ave.; exhibits, demonstrations, prizes, artists, sellers, rough rock, gemstones, books, tools, supplies; contact Tom, (707) 546-4537; e-mail: farmarch@sonic.net; Web site: www.Gem-N-I.org

17-18--SEDONA, ARIZONA: 9th annual show; Sedona Gem & Mineral Club; Sedona Red Rock High School, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; speakers, kids' crafts, meteorite and other displays, raffles, mineral identification, sphere making and other demonstrations, rocks, gemstones, minerals, fossils, beads, jewelry; contact Pat McMahon, P.O. Box 3284, Sedona, AZ 86340, (928) 300-8333; e-mail: pdxprss@earthlink.net; Web site: www.sedonagemandmineral.org

17-18--SOUTH CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA: 37th annual show and sale; Kanawha Rock & Gem Club; South Charleston Community Center, 601 Jefferson St.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3.50, children 12 and under free with adult; dealers, gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, gemstones, finished jewelry, kids' corner; contact Kanawah Rock & Gem Club, P.O. Box 252, Farmington, WV 26571, (304) 825-6845; e-mail: frankoz@juno.com

17-18--SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI: 42nd show; Ozark Mountain Gem & Mineral Society; Exposition Center, 635 St. Louis St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $3.50, children 50 cents; dealers, educational displays, door prizes, working demonstrations, gem auction; contact Floyd Carpenter, 1942 S. Glenstone, Springfield, MO 65804, (417) 823-3800; e-mail: ttc65@sbcglobal.net

17-18--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

18--MOUNT VERNON, WASHINGTON: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Best Western Cotton Tree Inn (Cascade Ballroom), 2300 Market St.; Sun. 1-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

23-25--AUSTIN, TEXAS: Annual show; Austin Gem & Mineral Society; Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd.; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, seniors $4, students (13-18) $1; children (12 and under) 50 cents; more than 30 dealers, gems, jewelry, fossils, meteorites, art demonstrations, "Youth Education Day," door prizes; contact Brian Wetzig, 6719 Burnet Ln., Austin, TX 78757, (512) 458-9546; e-mail: general@austingemandmineral.org; Web site: www.austingemandmineral.org

23-25--GURNEE, ILLINOIS: Show; Lake County Gem & Mineral Club; Gurnee Holiday Inn, across from Gurnee Mills; Fri. 2-7, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2, children under 12 free; gemstones, jewelry, wire wrapped jewelry demonstrations, geode cutting, amber, fossils, minerals, quartz crystals, faceted stones, custom jewelry, cabochons, kids' games, door prizes; contact Gere Bunnell, (847) 336-3440; e-mail: gere@cgbunnell.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

23-25--INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: 8th annual show, "GeoFest"; Indiana State Museum; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 11-4; adults $7, seniors $6.50, children $4; dealers, regional clubs, kids' activities; contact Peggy Fisherkeller, Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204, (317) 232-7172; e-mail: pfisherkeller@dnr.in.gov; Web site: www.indianamuseum.org

23-25--PLEASANTON, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

24--BELLEVUE, WASHINGTON: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Bellevue Community College (Cafeteria), 3000 Landerholm Circle SE; Sat. 11-3; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

24-25--CANBY, OREGON: Show, "Nature's Beauty in Stone 2009"; Clackamette Mineral & Gem Club; Clackamas County Fairgrounds, Pavilion Bldg., 694 NE 4th Ave.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Rick Mauer, 9878 SW Alsea Dr., Tualatin, OR 97013, (503) 691-6395; e-mail: tallerricardo@juno.com

24-25--EVANSVILLE, INDIANA: 43rd annual show; Evansville Lapidary Society; Washington Square Mall, Green River Rd. and Washington Ave.; Sat. 10-9, Sun. 12-5; free admission; gems, jewelry, minerals, geodes, silent auction; contact Ruth Reisinger, (812) 424-7618

24-25--FREEPORT, NEW YORK: Show; Village of Freeport; Freeport Recreation Center, 130 E. Merrick Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, children under 12 free; contact Ralph Gose, P.O. Box 1418, Melville, NY 11747, (631) 271-8411; e-mail: kaleidoscopegemshows@yahoo.com

24-25--HENRIETTA (ROCHESTER), NEW YORK: 37th annual show, "Rochester Gem, Mineral, Jewelry & Fossil Show"; Rochester Academy of Science Mineral Section, Rochester Lapidary Society; Minett Hall, Monroe County Fair & Expo Center, corner of E. Henrietta Rd. and Calkins Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; dealers, jewelry, beads, minerals, mineral carvings, fossils, demonstrations, gemstone faceting, cabochon making, jewelry making, fossil preparation, member displays, minerals, fossils, jewelry, door prizes, kids' activities, starter mineral collection, sluice, soapstone carving, mineral bingo; contact Paul Dudley, 140 Railroad Mills Rd., Pittsford, NY 14534, (585) 385-2368; e-mail: show@rasny.org; Web site: www.rasny.org/show

24-25--SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Jewelry, Gem, & Variety Expo"; Green New Media & Life Expo Inc.; Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd.; Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $14, seniors two for $14, children under 12 free; book signing, speakers, demonstrations; contact G. Fisher, (702) 467-9411; e-mail: GEFisher39@aol.com; Web site: www.GreenNewMediaLifeExpo.com

24-25--TAMPA, FLORIDA: 50th annual show and sale; Tampa Bay Mineral and Science Club; Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. Hwy. 301 N; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, students (K-12) $4, children under 5 free with adult; contact Tony Carrino, 3124 Partridge Point Trail, Valrico, FL 33596, (813) 482-7774; e-mail: tcarrino@verizon.net; Web site: www.tampabayrockclub.com

25--TIGARD (PORTLAND), OREGON: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Embassy Suites Hotel - Washington Square (Embassy Ballroom), 9000 SW Washington Square Rd.; Sun. 12-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

28--SANDY (SALT LAKE CITY), UTAH: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Salt Lake City Community College – Miller Campus (Karen Gail Miller Conference Center - Deercreek, Lone Peak, Copper, Rose, Cottonwood, and Wasatch Rooms), 9750 S 300 W; Wed. 12-4; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

30--HENDERSON (LAS VEGAS), NEVADA: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Fri. 12-4; Henderson Convention Center (Ballroom A/B), 200 S. Water St.; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

31--FAIRLESS HILLS, PENNSYLVANIA: 20th show, "Ultraviolation"; The Rock & Mineral Club of Lower Bucks County; First United Methodist Church, 840 Trenton Rd.; Sat. 9–5; admission $2, children 12 and younger free; all fluorescent mineral show; contact Chuck O'Loughlin, 130 Maple Terrace, Merchantville, NJ 08109, (856) 663-1383; e-mail: ultraviolation@yahoo.com

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OCTOBER-NOVEMBER 2009:

30-1--LIVE OAK, TEXAS: Retail and wholesale show; Bead Renaissance Shows; Live Oak Civic Center, 8101 Pat Booker Rd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; bead artists, dealers, ancient, vintage, contemporary and designer beads, jewelry, tools, books; contact J&J Promotions LLC, P.O. Box 420, Williamsburg, NM 87942, (575) 894-1293; e-mail: beadshow@aol.com; Web site: www.beadshow.com

30-1--MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA: 2nd annual fall show; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows, National Guard Family Support Group; Martinsville National Guard Armory, 315 Commonwealth Blvd. W; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; free admission; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, minerals, fossils, hourly door prizes, grand door prize, classes available, Rockingham County Mineral Club sluice; contact Van Wimmer Sr., 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

30-1--SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Sonoma County Fairgrounds/Grace Pavilion, 1350 Bennett Valley Rd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

31-1--STUART, FLORIDA: 31st annual show; St. Lucie County Rock & Gem Club; Martin County Fairgrounds, 2616 SE Dixie Hwy. (A1A); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, children free, discount coupon on Web site; jewelry, gemstones, beads, minerals, rough, demonstrations, drawing; contact Norm Holbert, 455 SW Balfour Ave., Port St. Lucie, FL 34953, (772) 873-0787; e-mail: normholbert@bellsouth.net; Web site: www.slcrockandgem.org

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NOVEMBER 2009:

1--SCOTTSDALE (PHOENIX), ARIZONA: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Chaparral Suites Resort Scottsdale (Conference Center), 5001 N. Scottsdale Rd.; Sun. 1-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

3--SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Mission Valley Resort Hotel (Ballroom), 875 Hotel Circle S; Tue. 1-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

4--BUENA PARK, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Knott's Berry Farm Resort Hotel, 7675 Crescent Ave.; Wed. 1-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

6-8--BLACK CANYON CITY, ARIZONA: Show, "Rock-A-Rama"; Braggin' Rock Club; tailgaters, dealers, minerals, gems, jewelry; contact Don, BRC, P.O. Box 308, Black Canyon City, AZ 85324, (623) 374-0202

6-8--EUGENE, OREGON: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Lane County Events Center/Exhibit Hall, 796 W. 13th Ave.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

6-8--OVERLAND PARK, KANSAS: Retail and wholesale show; Bead Renaissance Shows; Kansas City Market Center, Atrium, 6800 W. 115th; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; bead artists, dealers, ancient, vintage, contemporary and designer beads, jewelry, tools, books; contact J&J Promotions LLC, P.O. Box 420, Williamsburg, NM 87942, (575) 894-1293; e-mail: beadshow@aol.com; Web site: www.beadshow.com

6-8--POMONA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Jewelry, Gem, & Variety Expo"; Green New Media & Life Expo Inc.; Pomona Fairgrounds Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Blvd., Bldg 7; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $14, seniors two for $14, children under 12 free; book signing, speakers, demonstrations; contact G. Fisher, (702) 467-9411; e-mail: GEFisher39@aol.com; Web site: www.GreenNewMediaLifeExpo.com

6-8--SARASOTA, FLORIDA: 194th 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; frankcox@comcast.net; www.frankcoxproductions.com

7--SAN MATEO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Sat. 12-4; San Mateo Co. Expo Center (Expo Center Meeting Pavilion), 2495 S. Delaware St.; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

7--TUCSON, ARIZONA: 8th annual silent auction; Old Pueblo Lapidary Club; 3118 N. Dale; Sat. 9-2; free admission; contact Danny Harmsen, (520) 323-9154

7-8--AMARILLO, TEXAS: Show; Golden Spread Gem & Mineral Society; Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; dealers, demonstrations, exhibits, door prizes, wheel of fortune, silent auction, 43-pound sapphire display; contact Dee Hawkins, 108 S. Polk St., Amarillo, TX 79101, (806) 681-0960

7-8--BUNDABERG, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA: Show, "Bundaberg Gem Fair"; Bundaberg Gem & Mineral Society; Civic Centre, Bourboung St.; contact Sherry, 7 4153 6278; e-mail: bundygems@bigpond.com

7-8--CONCORD, CALIFORNIA: 50th anniversary show; Contra Costa Mineral & Gem Society; Centre Concord, Clayton Fair Shopping Center, 5298 Clayton Rd., near Ygnacio Valley Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, youth under 16 and Scouts in uniform free with adult; 19 vendors, minerals, fossils, gems, crystals, jewelry, books, tools, equipment, lapidary supplies, 60 exhibitors, 12 demonstrators, beading, wire-wrapping, faceting, stone carving, fluorescent displays, silent auction, prizes, youth activities, 5,000-pound polished jade rock, 65 million-year-old ice age cave bear, woolly mammoth skull, discount coupons via e-mail; contact Harry Nichandros, P.O. Box 4667, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, e-mail: show2009@ccmgs.org; Web site: http://ccmgs.org

7-8--EDMONDS, WASHINGTON: Annual fall show; Maplewood Rock & Gem Club; Maplewood Clubhouse, 8802 196th St. SW; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; display cases, demonstrators, kids' games, club sales, no dealers, raffles; contact Bev Ryder, 4625 Strumme Rd., Bothell, WA 98012, (425) 338-4184; e-mail: famryd@aol.com; Web site: www.maplewoodrockclub.com

7-8--EXTON, PENNSYLVANIA: 40th annual show, "Gemarama 2009"; Tuscarora Lapidary Society; School at Church Farm, PA Business Rte. 30 & 202; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, children under 12 $1; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; dealers, finished jewelry, cut and uncut stones, fossils, beads, tools, demonstrations of jewelry artistry, exhibits, children's activities, door prizes, discount tickets on Web site; contact Nancy Marks, 231 Wheeler Ave., Scranton, PA 18510, (570) 342-1355; e-mail: nmarks401@comcast.net; Web site: www.lapidary.org

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--NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Fall Show; New York Mineralogical Club; Holiday Inn Midtown, 440 W. 57th St., between 9th Ave. and 10th Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $6, children under 12 free; lectures, mineral specimens, fossils, faceted stones, cabochons, beads, finished jewelry; contact Excalibur Mineral Corp., 1000 N. Division St., Peekskill, NY 10566, (914) 739-1134; e-mail: tony@excaliburmineral.com

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

7-8--RIDGECREST, CALIFORNIA: 54th annual show; Indian Wells Gem & Mineral Society; Desert Empire Fairgrounds, 520 s. Richmond Rd.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; contact John DeRosa, (760) 375-7905; e-mail: schiller@ridgecrest.ca.us

8--McCLELLAN (SACRAMENTO), CALIFORNIA: Wholesale show; Rings & Things; Lion's Gate Hotel Sacramento (Garden Pavilion), 3410 Wover St.; Sun. 1-5; contact Dave Robertson, (800) 366-2156; Web site: www.rings-things.com/Show/

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

13-15--HAMBURG (BUFFALO), NEW YORK: Show; GemStreet USA; Fairgrounds at Hamburg, The Grange Bldg., 5600 McKinley Pkwy.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7, seniors (60+) and students (12-17) $5, under 12 free, ticket good all weekend; fine gems, jewelry, mineral specimens, fossils, beads, findings, display items, Scout badges, discount coupon on Web site; contact Jane Strieter Smith, (216) 521-GEMS (4367); e-mail: spi@stratos.net; Web site: www.gemstreetusa.com

13-15--HUMBLE, TEXAS: 56th annual show; Houston Gem & Mineral Society; Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Pkwy.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7, seniors and students $6, children under 12 free; displays, gems, minerals, fossils, fluorescent rocks display; demonstrations, jewelry making, beading, lapidary, children's activities, Scout Merit badge program, famous "Dino Dig", jewelry, minerals, fossils; contact Patty Scott, 14906 Summerland Circle, Cypress, TX 77429, (281) 373-1578; e-mail: nigels_mom@sbcglobal.net; Web site: www.hgms.org

13-15--JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA: Show; AKS Gem Shows; Morocco Shrine Center, 3800 St. Johns Bluff Rd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $5; classes in beading, PMC, chain maille, and more; contact Kay Schabilion, (504) 455-6101; e-mail: info@aksshow.com; Web site: www.aksshow.com

13-15--MORGANTON, NORTH CAROLINA: Holiday show; Morganton Parks and Recreation Department; Collett Street Recreation Center, 300 Collett St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; adults $3, students and children $2; dealers, exhibits, minerals, gems, jewelry, door prizes, free gem mining interactive booth for students; contact Gary W. Leonhardt, P.O. Box 3448, Morganton, NC 28680, (828) 439-1866; e-mail: gleonhardt@ci.morganton.nc.us

13-15--PASCAGOULA, MISSISSIPPI: 19th annual show, "Magnolia State Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show"; Mississippi Gulf Coast Gem & Mineral Society; Civic Center Bldg., Jackson County Fairgrounds; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission, children accompanied by adults welcome; educational, artistic and scientific exhibits, lapidary demonstrations, 20 dealers, jewelry, gemstones, beads, slabs, lapidary tools and supplies; contact John M. Wright, 3304 Nottingham Rd., Ocean Springs, MS 39564, (228) 875-9192; e-mail: osjbw@datasync.com

13-15--PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON: Show; Northwest Opal Association and Boeing Employees Mineralogical Society; Expo Hall Puyallup Fairgrounds, Meridian St. S and 9th Ave. SW; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $4, kids under 12 free; gems, jewelry, minerals, door prizes, raffle prizes, kids' activity center, demonstrations, silent auction, exhibits, contact Char Jorgensen, (425) 483-0557; e-mail: cdedbd1@comcast.net

13-15--TACOMA, WASHINGTON: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Tacoma Dome/Exhibition Hall, 2727 E. "D" St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

13-15--TULSA, OKLAHOMA: Retail and wholesale show; Bead Renaissance Shows; Expo Square, Exchange Center, 4145 E. 21st St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; bead artists, dealers, ancient, vintage, contemporary and designer beads, jewelry, tools, books; contact J&J Promotions LLC, P.O. Box 420, Williamsburg, NM 87942, (575) 894-1293; e-mail: beadshow@aol.com; Web site: www.beadshow.com

14-15--SEDRO WOOLLEY, WASHINGTON: Annual show, "Treasures of the Earth"; Skagit Rock & Gem Club; Sedro Woolley Community Center, 720 State St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Lois Stone, (360) 856-1190

14-15--YUBA CITY, CALIFORNIA: 18th annual show, "Festival of Gems & Minerals"; Sutter Buttes Gem & Mineral Society; Franklin Hall, Yuba-Sutter Fairgrounds, 442 Franklin Ave.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; children's spinning wheel, grab bags, silent auction, dealers, exhibits; contact Bruce Roberts, P.O. Box 360, Browns Valley, CA 95918, (530) 675-2864; e-mail: inez_brg@Yahoo.com

20-22--ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Retail and wholesale show; Bead Renaissance Shows; New Mexico State Fairgrounds, 300 San Pedro; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; bead artists, dealers, ancient, vintage, contemporary and designer beads, jewelry, tools, books; contact J&J Promotions LLC, P.O. Box 420, Williamsburg, NM 87942, (575) 894-1293; e-mail: beadshow@aol.com; Web site: www.beadshow.com

20-22--HONOLULU, HAWAII: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Neal S. Blaisdell Center/Hawaii Suite, 777 Ward Ave.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; free admission; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

20-22--SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Fort Mason Center/Herbst Pavilion, Landmark Building A; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

21-22--BREMERTON, WASHINGTON: Show, "Fall Festival of Gems"; Kitsap Mineral & Gem Society; Kitsap County Fairgrounds, President's Hall, 1200 NW Fairgrounds Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Gerry Alexander, (360) 876-4543

21-22--FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA: 18th annual show; Northern Virginia Mineral Club; George Mason University, Student Union II Bldg., Braddock Rd. and Rte. 123; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $4, seniors and students (13-17) $3, children 12 and under and Scouts in uniform free; more than 20 dealers, minerals, crystals, fossils, gems, jewelry, meteorites, silent auction Sun., demonstrations, exhibits, door prizes, kids' activity area, mini-mines, fossil dig; contact Tom Taaffe, (703) 281-3767; e-mail: rockcllctr@aol.com

21-22--OXNARD, CALIFORNIA: 40th annual show, "Galaxy of Gems Expo"; Oxnard Gem & Mineral Society; Oxnard Performing Arts Center, 800 Hobson Way; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; 70 display cases, kids' games, "Pebble Pup" quiz, lapidary demonstrations, silent auction, gems, minerals, American opals, fossils, stone beads, silver craft, finished jewelry, tools, lapidary supplies, books; contact Norb Kinsler, (805) 644-6450; e-mail: show_info@oxnardgem.com; Web site: www.oxnardgem.com

21-22--WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: 43rd annual show; Gem & Mineral Society of the Palm Beaches; Americraft Expo Center, South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $7, children under 12 free; gem mining, fossil dig, exhibits, demonstrations, door prizes, Chinese auction; contact Barbara Ringhiser, (561) 588-5458; e-mail: bar5678@aol.com; or Ellen Jean, (931) 372-8236; e-mail: ellenjean24@aol.com; Web site: www.gemandmineral.cc

27-29--PORTLAND, OREGON: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Oregon Convention Center/Exhibit Hall E, 777 NE MLK Jr. Blvd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

27-29--ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA: 14th annual Thanksgiving show; Frank Cox Productions; The Coliseum Ballroom, 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; frankcox@comcast.net; www.frankcoxproductions.com

28-29--MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

28-29--PLYMOUTH MEETING, PENNSYLVANIA: Show, "The Holiday Gem Jewelry and Gift Show"; Gem Show Expo Productions; 5140 Butler Pike; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, children free with adult; gems, jewelry, minerals, beads, gifts; contact Nicholas, P.O. Box 412, Skippack, PA 19474; (484) 269-0406; e-mail: info@gemshowexpo.com; Web site: www.gemshowexpo.com

28-29--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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DECEMBER 2009:

4-6--INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: Show; GemStreet USA; Indiana State Fairgrounds, Pioneer, Our Land Bldg., 1202 E. 38 St., Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7, seniors (60+) and students (12-17) $5, under 12 free, ticket good all weekend; fine gems, jewelry, mineral specimens, fossils, beads, findings, display items, Scout badges, discount coupon on Web site; contact Jane Strieter Smith, (216) 521-GEMS (4367); e-mail: spi@stratos.net; Web site: www.gemstreetusa.com

4-6--KENNER, LOUISIANA: Show; AKS Gem Shows; Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $5; classes in beading, PMC, chain maille, and more; contact Kay Schabilion, (504) 455-6101; e-mail: info@aksshow.com; Web site: www.aksshow.com

4-6--MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA: Show; Montgomery Gem & Mineral Society; Garrett Coliseum, 1555 Federal Dr.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; free admission; door prizes, demonstrations; contact Jane Barkley, 740 N. Georgetown Dr., Montgomery, AL 36109, (334) 277-2733; e-mail: GoldenNugget@hotmail.com; Web site: http://montgomerygemandmineralsociety.org/show.aspx

4-6--SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Earl Warren Showgrounds/Exhibit Hall, 3400 Calle Real; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

4-6--SARASOTA, FLORIDA: 34th annual Christmas show; Frank Cox Productions; 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; frankcox@comcast.net; www.frankcoxproductions.com

5-6--BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA: 34th annual show; Mojave Desert Gem & Mineral Society; Cora Harper Community Center, 841 S. Barstow Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; classes, dealers, demonstrations, displays, grab bags, silent auction, wheel-of-fortune; contact Gene Haines, (760) 256-0595; e-mail: email@mdgms.org; Web site: www.mdgms.org

11-13--COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; OC Fair & Event Center/Bldg. 10, 88 Fair Dr.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

11-13--NORCROSS, GEORGIA: Show, "North Atlanta Gem, Mineral, Fossils, & Jewelry Show"; Mammoth Rock Shows LLC; North Atlanta Trade Center, 1700 Jeurgens Ct.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, under 16 free; fossils, gemstones, minerals, rough rock, lapidary supplies, beads, jewelry, door prizes, 8-foot-tall prehistoric cave bear exhibit; contact Richard Hightower, 7334 Quail Run Rd., Lizella, GA 31052, (478) 935-9345; e-mail: staff@mammothrock.com; Web site: www.mammothrock.com

11-13--SHARONVILLE (CINCINNATI), OHIO: Show; GemStreet USA; Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Rd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7, seniors (60+) and students (12-17) $5, under 12 free, ticket good all weekend; fine gems, jewelry, mineral specimens, fossils, beads, findings, display items, Scout badges, discount coupon on Web site; contact Jane Strieter Smith, (216) 521-GEMS (4367); e-mail: spi@stratos.net; Web site: www.gemstreetusa.com

12-13--DERIDDER, LOUISIANA: Show; DeRidder Gem & Mineral Society; Beauregard Parish Fair Exhibit Hall, 610 West Dr.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2, military free with current ID Sun., children under 12 free; door prizes, jewelry, gems, cabs, wire wrapping, Louisiana opal, silent auction, hands-on instructions in flint knapping, cab making, gem faceting; contact Adam Valin, (337) 585-3693; e-mail: avalin1@bellsouth.net

18-20--SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Gem Faire; Gem Faire Inc.; Scottish Rite Event Center, 1895 Camino del Rio S; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

19-20--MELBOURNE, FLORIDA: Show; Lane Enterprise Foundation Inc.; Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; admission $4; gold and silver jewelry, wire wrap, beads, findings, minerals, fossils; contact Anita Lane, (321) 723-0742 or (321) 302-3660

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JANUARY 2010:

8-10--MESA, ARIZONA: 38th annual show, "A.L. Flagg Gem & Mineral Show"; Mesa Community College, US Hwy. 60 and Dobson Rd.; free admission; Peralta Stones display, more than 100 dealers, local clubs and organizations, displays, free activities for children, kids' egg carton kits; contact Ray Grant, (480) 814-9086; e-mail: raycyn@cox.net; Web sites: www.azminfun.com and www.flaggshow.info

15-17--LARGO (ST. PETERSBURG), FLORIDA: 34th annual show and sale; Pinellas Geological Society; Largo Cultural Center, Parkside Room, 105 Central Park Dr.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; contact Hugh Sheffield, (727) 894-2440

16-17--DeLAND, FLORIDA: 39th annual show; Tomoka Gem & Mineral Society; Volusia County Fair Grounds, State Rte. 44; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, children 12 and under free; hourly door prizes, grand prize, silent auction, kids' activity table, TFG Faceters Guild demonstrations and Q&A, other demonstrations; contact Florence D. Nordquist, 521 S. Palmetto Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32114, (386) 226-4032; e-mail: fndesign@aol.com; Web site: www.tomokagms.org

16-17--FREDERICKSBURG, TEXAS: Show, "Hill Country Gem & Mineral Show"; Fredericksburg Rockhounds; Pioneer Pavilion, Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, 1606 S. Hwy. 16, south of downtown Fredericksburg; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; Rollin' Rock meeting Sun., hourly door prizes; contact Jeff Smith, 208 Castle Pines Dr., Kerrville, TX 78028, (830) 895-9630; e-mail: jeffbrenda@windstream.net; Web site: www.fredericksburgrockhounds.org

30-31--PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA: 19th annual show; Panama City Gem & Mineral Society; Bay County Fairgrounds, American Legion Bldg., U.S. Hwy. 98 (15th St.) and Sherman Ave.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; door prizes, gems, minerals, fossils, beads, jewelry, lapidary arts, wire wrapping, exhibits; contact Ruth Alldredge, 316 Cherry St. #38, Panama City, FL 32401, (850) 784-0740; e-mail: Aquezpie@comcast.net

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JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2010:

1-28--QUARTZSITE, ARIZONA: Wholesale and retail show, "Desert Gardens International Gem & Mineral Show"; Desert Gardens RV Park; 1064 Kuehn Rd., south side of I-10, along frontage road; 9-6 daily; free admission; crystals, minerals, rough, polished, jewelry; contact Sharon or Sandy, Desert Gardens RV Park, 1055 Kuhen St., P.O. Box 2818, Quartzsite, AZ 85346, (928) 927-6361; e-mail: info@desertgardensrvpark.net; Web site: www.desertgardensrvpark.net

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MARCH 2010:

6-7--ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA: Show; Monrovia Rockhounds; LA County Arboretum, 301 S Baldwin Ave.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; adults $7, students and seniors $5, children $2.50; more than 15 vendors, rocks, gems, jewelry, minerals, fossils, wire wrapping, findings, beads, grab bags, Treasure Wheel, Fossil Find; contact Jo Anna Ritchey, 224 Oaks Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016, (626) 359-1624; e-mail: joannaritchey@gmail.com; Web site: www.moroks.com

13-14--SPRECKELS, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Parade of Gems"; Salinas Valley Rock & Gem Club; Spreckels Veterans Hall, 5th St. and Llano St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; demonstrations, kids' activities, silent auction, wheel of chance, vendors, award-winning show cases, fluorescent display, free hourly drawings, raffle; contact Ernie DeFever, 31 Nacional St., Salinas, CA 93901, (831) 422-3422; e-mail: minimad64@comcast.net; Web site: www.salinasrockandgem.com

26-28--INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: 12th annual 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 (3-day ticket), children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths size, reconstruct, repair, design or make original jewelry from customer-selected gemstones, opals and crystals, wire wrap, wire sculpture, stone beads, pearls, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, fossils, minerals, door prizes, grand prize, 500 Earth Science Club display, silversmithing demonstrations and classes, lampwork bead demonstration, wire wrapping classes; contact Van Wimmer Sr., 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: vawimmer@verizon.net; Web site: www.toteshows.com

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MAY 2010:
1-2--WASHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual spring show, "Greater Pittsburgh Area Gem, Mineral, Bead & Jewelry Show"; F.M. Minerals; Washington, County Fairgrounds, 2151 N. Main St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, children 12 and under free with adult; dealers, jewelry, metaphyscal minerals, bench jeweler, beads, gemstones, wire wrapping; contact F.M. Minerals, P.O. Box 252, Farmington, WV 26571, (304) 825-6845; e-mail: frankoz@juno.com

28-30--SALEM, VIRGINIA: 19th annual show; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Taliaferro Complex/Salem Civic Center, 1001 Boulevard; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-6; adults $4 (3-day ticket), children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths size, reconstruct, repair, design or make original jewelry from customer-selected gems, stones, opals and crystals, wire wrap, wire sculpture, stone beads, pearls, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, fossils, minerals, door prizes, grand prize, wire wrapping classes; contact Van Wimmer Sr., 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: vawimmer@verizon.net; Web site: www.toteshows.com

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AUGUST 2010:
6-8--DALTON, GEORGIA: 19th annual show; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Northwest Georgia Trade & Convention Center, 2211 Dug Gap Battle Rd., I-75 exit 333; Fri. 2-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3 (3-day ticket), children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths size, reconstruct, repair, design or make original jewelry from customer-selected gems, stones, opals and crystals, wire wrap, wire sculpture, stone beads, pearls, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, fossils, minerals, door prizes, grand prize, wire wrapping classes; contact Van Wimmer Sr., 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: vawimmer@verizon.net; Web site: www.toteshows.com

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OCTOBER 2010:
1-3--INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: 12th annual 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 (3-day ticket), children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths size, reconstruct, repair, design or make original jewelry from customer-selected gems, stones, opals and crystals, wire wrap, wire sculpture, stone beads, pearls, stone setting, dealers, amber, opal, fossils, minerals, door prizes, grand prize, 500 Earth Science Club display, silversmithing demonstrations and classes, lampwork bead demonstrations, wire wrapping classes; contact Van Wimmer Sr., 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: vawimmer@verizon.net; Web site: www.toteshows.com

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