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. 

MAY 2008 MAY-JUNE 2008 JUNE 2008 JULY 2008 AUGUST 2008 AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2008 SEPTEMBER 2008 SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 200 OCTOBER 2008 OCTOBER-NOVEMBER 2008 NOVEMBER 2008 DECEMBER 2008 JULY-AUGUST 2009

Last updated May 8, 2008




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MAY 2008:

2-4--BISHOP, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Eastern Sierra Gem & Mineral Show"; Lone Pine Gem & Mineral Society; Bishop Fair Grounds, Sierra St.; Fri. 6-10, Sat. 9:30-4, Sun. 10-3; free admission; dealers, minerals, fossils, jewelry, displays, demonstrations, flint knapping, gold panning, lapidary, children's activities, spinning wheel, free kids' rocks, door prizes; contact Jeff Lines, (760) 872-6597; e-mail: franceem@qnet.com

2-4--DALLAS, TEXAS: 2nd annual show, "Dallas Fine Mineral Show"; Dave Waisman; Embassy Suites, 14021 Noel Rd., near The Galleria; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; contact Dave Waisman, P.O. 8543, Spokane, WA 99203, (509) 458-2331; e-mail: svldave@aol.com; Web site: www.dallasfinemineralshow.com

2-4--DALLAS, TEXAS: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Dallas Market Hall, 2200 Stemmons Freeway; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

2-4--HILLSBORO, OREGON: Show; Gem Faire; Washington County Fairgrounds, 873 NE 34th Ave.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

2-4--McPHERSON, KANSAS: 16th annual sale and swap; McPherson Gem & Mineral Club; 4-H Fairgrounds, Woodside and Hickory; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10:30-3; buy, sell, trade, rocks, gems, minerals, fossils, rock auction, door prizes, displays, collections, kids' spin-n-win, free rock id, jewelry and lapidary work; contact Jim Nutter, 1611 Jody Ln., McPherson, KS 67460, (620) 241-2433, or Marvin Lundquist, 441 N. Charles, McPherson, KS 67460, (620) 241-7003

2-4--SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Show, "My Favorite! Bead Show"; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Seattle Center, Mercer St. at Third Ave. N; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6m Sun. 11-6; adults $6; free beading classes taught by Wendy Simpson Conner; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

3-4--AITKIN, MINNESOTA: Show; Cuyuna Rock & Mineral Club; Aitkin Minnesota High School, three blocks west of the stoplight downtown; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; exhibits, vendors, demonstrations, kids' corner, hourly door prizes; contact Kat Thomas, 45962 Tame Fish Lake Rd., Aitkin, MN 56431, (218) 678-3298; e-mail: katmoose@emily.net

3-4--ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA: 49th annual show, "Gem Roundup"; Searchers Gem & Mineral Society; Brookhurst Community Center, 2271 W. Crescent Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4:30; family fun, kids' program, silent auctions, gold panning, grab bags, hourly door prize, dealers, tools, minerals, gemstones, jewelry, books; contact Betty Nelson, (714) 530-1365; e-mail: betty@azteche.com; Web site: www.searchersrocks.org

3-4--BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Art In Stone"; Kern County Mineral Society; Kern County Fairgrounds, Ming Ave. and P St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; lapidary, gem, mineral and fossil displays, dealers, demonstrations, silent auction, grab bags, Spin-N-Win; contact Ismael Sanchez, 1200 Dolores St., Bakersfield, CA 93305, (661) 301-4609; e-mail: sbkelley@bak.rr.com; Web site: www.kcmineralsociety.org

3-4--CINCINNATI, OHIO: 43rd annual show and sale, "Geofair 2008"; Cincinnati Mineral Society, Cincinnati Dry Dredgers; Cincinnati Gardens, 2250 Seymour Ave.; contact Terry Huizing, 5341 Thrasher Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45247, (513) 574-7142; e-mail: tehuizing@fuse.net.; Web site: www.geofair.com

3-4--KINGMAN, ARIZONA: Show; Mohave County Gemstoners; Kingman Academy of Learning, 3419 Harrison; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; dealers, jewelry, fossils, rough material, minerals, gems, crafts, club displays, silent auction, raffle prizes; contact Pete, (928) 565-4321, or Dave, (928) 692-3797

3-4--LUBBOCK, TEXAS: 50th annual show; Lubbock Gem & Mineral Society; Lubbock Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Ln.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; exhibits, dealers, gems, jewelry, findings, rocks, minerals, fossils; contact Archie Scott, (806) 894-1584, or Ed Ries, (806) 799-2722

3-4--MARSHFIELD, WISCONSIN: 35th annual show; Heart of Wisconsin Gem & Mineral Society; Marshfield High School Fieldhouse, 1401 Becker Rd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; contact Cynthia Kelman, 1403 N. Broadway Ave., Marshfield, WI 54449, (715) 387-8782

3-4--NORTH CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Lowcountry Gem & Mineral Society; North Charleston Performing Arts Center - Exhibit Hall A, 5000 Coliseum Dr.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; jewelry, gems, minerals, fossils, beads, geode cracking, unique gifts, grab bags, door prizes, exhibits, lapidary demonstrations; contact Karen Havenstein, 518 Woodland Shores Rd., Charleston, SC 29412,(843) 795-2956; e-mail: fossils@comcast.net

3-4--PITTSTON, PENNSYLVANIA: 5th annual show, "Treasures of the Earth"; Mineralogical Society of Northeastern Pennsylvania; Oblates of St. Joseph, 1880 Hwy. 315 N.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $3, children 12 and under and Scouts in uniform free; rough and finished gems, rocks, crystals, cabochons, jewelry, beads, fossils, minerals, meteorites, tools, books, UV demonstration, free children's activities, door prizes, raffles, free classes and demonstrations; contact George Walko, (800) 473-3602

3-4--TOPSFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS: 45th annual show; North Shore Rock & Mineral Club; Topsfield Fairgrounds, Rt. 1 North; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, seniors $3, children free under 12; wholesale and retail dealers, minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, beads, lapidary and jewelry supplies, exhibits, mineral and fossil identification, children's Spin-A-Gem, gold panning, mineral sifting, geode cracking, discount on Web site; contact Joe Weisberg, (781) 861-6653; e-mail: donna@nahant.com; Web site: www.nahant.com/nsrmc

8-11--FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA: Show, "Whistle Stop Gemfest"; South East Gemshows; Whistle Stop Antique Mall, 1281 Georgia Rd. (Hwy. 441 N); Thu. 9-6, Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-6; free admission; faceting and cabbing rough, opal, equipment, fossils, gemstones, handcrafted jewelry, minerals, supplies, tools; contact Mark or Patricia Smith, P.O. Box 298, Montmorenci, SC 29839, (706) 490-4515; e-mail: gemshows@bellsouth.net

9-11--COLUMBIA, MISSOURI: Rock swap; Central Missouri Rock & Lapidary Club; Boone County Fairgrounds, Hwy. 63 N. and Oakland Gravel Rd.; Fri. 8-5, Sat. 8-5, Sun. 8-3; free admission; contact Deb Booker, (573) 356-5897

9-11--COLUMBUS, OHIO: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc."; Veterans Memorial, 50 S. Front St.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

9-11--FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA: 7th annual show, "Mother's Day Gemboree"; Gem & Mineral Society of Franklin; Macon County Community Bldg., U.S. 441 South; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; 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: www.franklin-chamber.com

9-11--MARIETTA, GEORGIA: 40th annual Mothers Day show; Georgia Mineral Society; Cobb County Civic Center, 548 Martietta Pkwy.; free admission; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; more than 30 dealers, auction Sat.; contact Jay Gorday, (770) 986-0822; e-mail: mayshow@gamineral.org; Web site: www.gamineral.org/

9-11--MARLBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Royal Plaza Trade Center, 181 Boston Post Rd. W; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

10-11--BOZEMAN, MONTANA: 49th annual show; Bozeman Gem & Mineral Club; Gallatin County Fair Grounds, Black St. and Tamarack St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; contact Dan Carter, (406) 586-4552, or Doug Ellis, (406) 266-4452; e-mail: opalcrusher@hotmail.com

10-11--GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO: 61st annual show, "Arts of Nature"; Grand Junction Gem & Mineral Club; Two Rivers Convention Center, 1st and Main; contact Dave McCollough, 3032 Milburn Ct., Grand Junction, CO 81504, (970) 523-5443

10-11--RENO, NEVADA: Show, "Jackpot of Gems"; Reno Gem & Mineral Society; Reno Livestock Event Center, Exhibits Hall, 1350 N. Wells Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, seniors $4, children 6-12 $3; dealers, demonstrators, exhibits, competition cases, door prizes; contact John Peterson, 480 Rock Blvd., Sparks, NV 89431, (775) 356-8820; e-mail: jtp@powernet.net; Web site: www.renorockclub.com

16-18--ANDERSON, CALIFORNIA: Show; Superior California Gem & Mineral Association; Shasta District Fairgrounds; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; contact Bill Seward, (530) 365-8641

16-18--CHANTILLY, VIRGINIA: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Dulles Expo Center, 4320 Chantilly Shopping Center; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

16-18--COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show, "West Coast Gem & Mineral Show"; Martin Zinn Expositions; Holiday Inn - Bristol Plaza, 3131 S. Bristol; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; 120 dealers, China, Brazil, Russia, India; contact Regina Aumente, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004, (505) 867-0425; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com

16-18--GRAPEVINE (DALLAS), TEXAS: Show, "Bead Renaissance Show"; J&J Promotions LLC; Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 S. Main St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact J&J Promotions LLC, P.O. Box 420, Williamsburg, NM 87942, (575) 894-1293; e-mail: info@beadshow.com; Web site: www.beadshow.com

16-18--MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA: 18th annual show, "Spring Martinsville Mineral & Jewelry Show"; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; National Guard Armory, 315 Commonwealth Blvd., across from Liberty Fair Mall; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3, children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths from all over the U.S., gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral and fossil dealers, hourly door prizes, classes available; contact Van Wimmer, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

16-18--SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire; Cal Expo/Bldg. A, 1600 Exposition Blvd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

16-18--SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA: Show; "My Favorite! Bead Show"; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, 1855 Main St.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; free beading classes by Wendy Simpson Conner; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

16-18--SARASOTA, FLORIDA: 182nd show; Frank Cox Productions; 801 N. Tamiami Tr. (Hwy. 41); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com

16-18--SOUTHGATE, MICHIGAN: Show; Midwest Mineralogical & Lapidary Society; Southgate Arena, 14700 Reaume Pkwy.; Fri. 4-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; contact Mike Bomba, 1419 Gregory, Lincoln Park, MI 48146, (313) 381-8455, or Norm Hanschu, 6607 Sturbridge Ln., Canton, MI 48187-2638, (734) 455-8596; e-mail: nwhanschu@prodigy.net

17-18--BEREA (CLEVELAND), OHIO: 40th annual show, "Cleveland Area Gem & Mineral Show"; Parma Lapidary Club; Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 164 Eastland Rd.; Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-5; adults $5 (good both days), children 12 and under with adult and Scouts in uniform free; 26 vendors, minerals, crystals, gemstones, fossils, handcrafted jewelry, specimens, tools, supplies, beads, books, equipment, lapidary demonstrations, educational exhibits, silent auction, hourly door prizes, Kiddie Korner, Treasure Dig; contact John Zaborowski, 926 Lake Breeze Rd., Sheffield Lake, OH 44054, (440) 949-8242; e-mail: jjzabor@roadrunner.com; Web site: www.parmalapidary.com

17-18--CHEYENNE, WYOMING: Show; Cheyenne Mineral & Gem Society; American Legion Post 6, 2001 E. Lincoln Way; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $3, children 12 and under free with adult; grab bags, gold panning, grand raffle, silent auction, door prizes, exhibits, fossils, jewelry, faceting demonstration, wooden dinosaur skeletons; contact Paul Moot, (307) 634-6773, or Bob King, (307) 632-2702

17-18--COLOGNE, NEW JERSEY: Outdoor show; Cape Atlantic Rock Hounds; Clubhouse, Cologne Ave., between Black Horse Pike and AC Expressway; Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; free admission; contact Dave Grace, (609) 593-3270; e-mail: eli_Grace85@yahoo.com

17-18--HERMISTON, OREGON: Annual show; Hatrockhounds; Hermiston Convention Center, Hwy. 395; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; contact Mike Filarski, P.O. Box 502, Irrigon, OR 97844; e-mail: stonemorlin1@netscape.net

17-18--LEESPORT, PENNSYLVANIA: 40th annual show, "World of Gems and Minerals"; Berks Mineralogical Society; Leesport Farmers Market Banquet Hall, Rte. 61; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; contact Jim Woodeshick, 246 State St., Hamburg, PA 19526; e-mail: brwoodpile@yahoo.com

17-18--NEWBURY PARK, CALIFORNIA: 34th annual show, "Pageant of a Thousand Gems"; Conejo Gem & Mineral Club; Borchard Park, 190 Reino Rd.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4:30; free admission; mineral, rock and fossil exhibits, demonstrations, gem and jewelry sales, youth activities, door prizes, silent auctions; contact Robert Sankovich, (805) 494-7734; e-mail: rmsorca@adelphia.net; Web site: www.cgamc.org

17-18--SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Spring show; NW Arkansas Gem & Mineral Society; Siloam Springs Community Bldg., 110 N. Mt. Olive St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, children 10 and under $2; indoor show, fluorescent mineral display, working lapidary displays, wire jewelry demonstrations, silent auctions, door prizes; contact DeLane Cox, (479) 254-0894; e-mail: delanec3@earthlink.net

17-18--WAUWATOSA, WISCONSIN: 51st annual show; Wisconsin Geological Society; Muellner Bldg., Hart Park, 72nd and W. State St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, two for $5, children under 16 free; Midwest dealers, lapidary supplies, tools, books, rough material, slabs, finished specimens, cabochons, jewelry, carvings, fossils, children's activities, special exhibits, displays; contact Paul Schmidt, 8213 Red Arrow Ct., Wauwatosa, WI 53213, (414) 771-8668; e-mail: pvs@wi.rr.com

18-19--RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA: 4th annual Fairburn Agate & Rock Swap; Rapid City Parks & Recreation Dept., Jim Hardesty, Tom Woodden; Hwy. 44 E., ½ mile W. of Black Hills Speedway; Sat. 8-6, Sun. 8-6; free admission; contact Tom Woodden, (605) 393-1963, or Jim Hardesty, (605) 393-2163; e-mail: Bigjim57703@peoplepc.com

23-25--ROSEMONT, ILLINOIS: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Rd.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

23-25--SALEM, VIRGINIA: 17th annual show, "Spring Roanoke Valley Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show"; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Salem Civic Center, 1001 Boulevard; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-6; adults $3, children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths from all over the U.S., gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral and fossil dealers, hourly door prizes, classes available; contact Van Wimmer, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

23-25--SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire; Earl Warren Showgrounds/Exhibit Hall, 3400 Calle Real; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

23-26--SCOTTSBLUFF, NEBRASKA: Rock swap; Panhandle Rock & Gem Club; Riverside Zoo Campground, 1600 S. Beltline Hwy.; Fri. 8-5, Sat. 8-5, Sun. 8-5, Mon. 8-5; free admission; contact Dale Tikalsky, 523 W. 20th St., Scottsbluff, NE 69361, (308) 632-5574; e-mail: tikalsky21@charter.net

24-25--FORT WORTH, TEXAS: Show, "Let's Rock"; Fort Worth Gem & Mineral Club; Amon Carter Exhibit Bldg., Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W. Lancaster; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, seniors $3, children under 12 free; more than 25 dealers, kids' games, hourly door prizes, grand prize drawing, silent auction, educational exhibits; contact Steve Hilliard, P.O. Box 418, Decatur, TX 76234, (817) 925-5760; e-mail: fwgmc@embarqmail.com; Web site: www.fortworthgemandmineralclub.com

24-25--HAMILTON, MONTANA: Show; Bitterroot Gem & Mineral Society; Hamilton Senior Center, 820 N. Fourth and Adirondack; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-5; adults $3, ages 10 and under free; contact Steve Vieth, 309 Bailey Ave., Hamilton, MT 59840, (406) 363-2632; e-mail: stevevieth@msn.com; Web site: www.bitterrootgms.org

24-25--LAKESIDE, ARIZONA: Show; White Mountain Gem & Mineral Club; Blue Ridge Junior High School, 1200 W. White Mountain Blvd.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; adults $2, under 16 free; gems, minerals, fossils, rough, slabs, beads, jewelry, equipment, books, demonstrations, junior activities, silent auction, raffle, door prizes; contact Nanz Marshall, P.O. Box 3504, Show Low, AZ 85902, (928) 537-2524; e-mail: larrylegge@yahoo.com

24-25--VIRGIN VALLEY, NEVADA: 4th annual show; thegemdealer.com, Opal Negra Mining; Opal Negra Millsite, Sage Brush Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; buying, selling, tailgating, carnelian field trip Mon.; contact Scott Ryals, Box 2543, Port Angeles, WA 98362, (800) 803-7601; e-mail: gemshow@thegemdealer.com; Web site: http://thegemdealer.com/gemshow/virginvalleygemshow.htm

24-25--WHEATON, ILLINOIS: 32nd annual show and sale; Chicagoland Gems & Minerals Association; Dupage County Fairgrounds, 2015 W. Manchester Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, seniors and students $3, children under 13 free; nationally known dealers, beads, books, cabochons, equipment, fossils, findings, gemstones, handcrafted jewelry, minerals, supplies, tools, live demonstrations, faceting, fossil preparation, gem trees, glass fusing, jewelry making, micro mounts, scrimshaw, silver, opal cutting, wire wrapping, exhibits, silent auctions, door prizes, children's activities; contact Rich Dillon, P.O. Box 360, Wasco, IL 60183-0360, (630) 377-0197; e-mail: CGMA@sbcglobal.net; Web site: www.Chicagolandgemshow.org

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MAY-JUNE 2008:

30-1--LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Show, "Bead Renaissance Show"; J&J Promotions LLC; Palace Station Hotel/Casino, 2411 W. Sahara Ave.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact J&J Promotions LLC, P.O. Box 420, Williamsburg, NM 87942, (575) 894-1293; e-mail: info@beadshow.com; Web site: www.beadshow.com

30-1--LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6; Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

30-1--OVERLAND PARK, KANSAS: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

31-1--COLUMBUS, OHIO: Show, "Central Ohio Mineral, Fossil, Gem & Jewelry Show"; Columbus Rock & Mineral Society; Veterans Memorial, 300 W. Broad St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7, seniors $6, ages 6-16 $3, children under 6 free; ID booth, exhibits, talks, silent auction, swap area, educational display, demonstrations, 27 dealers; contact Ken Harsh(614) 433-9778; e-mail: karmakenha@aol.com

30-1--KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE: Show; AKS Gem Shows; Knoxville Convention Center, 701 Henley St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; admission $5; beading classes; contact Kay Schabilion, 4532 Kawanee Ave., Metairie, LA 70006, (504) 455-6101; e-mail: info@aksshow.com; Web site: www.aksshow.com

30-1--TULSA, OKLAHOMA: Show; Gem Faire; Expo Square/Exchange Center 1, 4145 E. 21st St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

30-1--WOODLAND HILLS, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Rockhound Roundup"; Rockatomics Gem & Mineral Society; Pierce College Campus, Victory and Mason; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Louise Gerik, (818) 347 1234

31-1--GLENDORA, CALIFORNIA: Show; Glendora Gems; 859 E. Sierra Madre; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; contact Bonnie Bidwell, (626) 963-4638; e-mail: Ybidwell2@aol.com

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JUNE 2008:

6-7--PRICE, UTAH: 2nd annual show; Castle Country Rock, Fossil & Mineral Club; J. Leavitt Student Center - C.E.U, 526 North 300 East; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7; free admission; rocks, fossils, minerals, jewelry, metal detectors, equipment, displays, demonstrations, door prizes; contact Patrick Braun, P.O. Box 236, Ferron, UT 84523, (435) 384-2211; e-mail: pbraun@etv.net

6-7--SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA: Show, "San Francisco Crystal Fair"; Pacific Crystal Guild; Laguna Ave. and Marina Blvd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; admission $6; contact Jerry Tomlinson, (415) 383-7837; e-mail: sfxtl@earthlink.net; Web site: www.crystalfair.com

6-8--PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON: Show; Puyallup Valley Gem & Mineral Club; Fruitland Grange Hall, 112th and 86th Ave. E; Fri. 12-5, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; contact Puyallup Valley Gem Club, P.O. Box 134, Puyallup, WA 98371-0014; e-mail: info@puyallupgemclub.org

6-8--SAN MATEO, CALIFORNIA: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; San Mateo County Event Center, 2495 S. Delaware St.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

6-8--ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA: Show, "Great American Gem Show and Sale"; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Minnesota State Fairgrounds, 1265 Snelling Ave. N; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $6; free beading classes by Wendy Simpson Conner; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

6-8--WAUSEON, OHIO: 47th annual show, "More Than a Rock Show"; State Line Gem & Mineral Society; Fulton County Fairgrounds, Junior Fair Bldg., 8514 SR 108; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-4; free admission; demonstrations, displays, dealers, silent auction, 2nd Annual Bead Rally, MSHA Mine Safety and soapstone carving classes, preregistration required; contact Doris Brzezicki, 419 N. Broad St., Adrian, MI 49221, (517) 263-1669; e-mail: rychard@tc3net.com; Web site: www.angelfire.com/mac/rock-club/

7--DELTA, COLORADO: Show; Delta County Rock Wranglers; Heddles Recreation Center, 530 Gunnison River Dr.; Sat. 9-5; free admission; dealers, exhibits, door prizes, family activities; contact Harry W. Masinton, (970) 856-3861

7--KENT, CONNECTICUT: 6th annual rock swap and sale; Connecticut Museum of Mining & Mineral Sciences; Connecticut Antique Machinery Association museum site, Rte. 7; Sat. 9-4; contact John Pawloski, 42 Squash Hollow Rd., New Milford, CT 06776, (860) 354-0296; e-mail: j.a.pawloski@worldnet.att.net

7--MACUNGIE, PENNSYLVANIA: 50th semi-annual show, "Mineralfest"; Pennsylvania Earth Sciences Association; Macungie Memorial Park, Poplar St.; Sat. 8:30-3; minerals, fossils, gems; contact Vince Olsovsky, (610) 439-2337; e-mail: mineralfest@verizon.net; Web site: www.mineralfest.com

7-8--BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA: 35th annual show; Alabama Mineral & Lapidary Society; Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park, 12632 Confederate Pkwy.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; outdoor show; contact Rick Kittinger, 1612 Colesbury Cir., Hoover, AL 35226; e-mail: rk2273@att.com

7-8--COEUR d'ALENE, IDAHO: Annual show; North Idaho Mineral Club; Kootenai County Fairgrounds, Kathleen and Government Way; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2, children under 12 free; contact Bob Bockman, 1750 N. Havichur Loop, Post Falls, ID 83854, (208) 773-5384; e-mail: Bockbb@aol.com

7-8--LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Jubilee of Gems"; North Orange County Gem & Mineral Society, City of La Habra; La Habra Community Center, corner of Euclid Ave. and La Habra Blvd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admisison; dealers, demonstrations, exhibits, youth activities; contact Richard Schirer, 14602 Calpella St., La Mirada, CA 90638, (562) 944-9445; e-mail: rich477@cr.rr.com

7-8--LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show, "Jubilee of Gems"; North Orange County Gem & Mineral Society, City of La Habra; La Habra Community Center, 101 W. La Habra Blvd.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; dealers, demonstrations, exhibits, youth activities; contact Don Warthen, 15455 Tetley St., Hacienda Heights, CA 91745, (626) 330-8974; warthen@earthlink.net

7-8--MARION, KENTUCKY: 3rd annual Ben E. Clement Gem & Mineral Show; Ben E. Clement Mineral Museum; Crittenden County High School Rocket Arena, W. Elm St., off Hwy. 60W; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 11-5; adults $2; digs at old mine sites, event speakers, vendor tables, museum tours; contact Tina Walker, P.O. Box 391, Marion, KY 42064, (270) 965-4263; e-mail: beclement@kynet.biz; Web site: www.ClementMineralMuseum.org

7-8--MONROE, NEW YORK: Show, swap and sell; Orange County Mineral Society; Museum Village, 1010 Rte. 17M; Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; adults $3, seniors and children under 12 $2; mineral displays, lectures, special program and free gift for children; contact George Gardianos, (845) 683-1167, or Museum Village, (845) 782-8248; Web site: www.museumvillage.org

7-8--SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA: Show, "The Great San Francisco Crystal Fair"; Pacific Crystal Guild; Fort Mason Center, Bldg. A, Laguna and Marina Ave.; 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

13-14--REDWOOD FALLS, MINNESOTA: Show; New Ulm Gem & Mineral Club; Redwood Area Community Center, 600 Cook St.; Fri. 11-6, Sat. 11-6; contact Russell Swigart, (507) 644-3604

13-15--ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA: Show, "Asheville Gem Fest"; Colburn Earth Science Museum; Pack Place Education, Arts & Science Center, 2 S. Pack Square; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; free admission; kids' activities, free museum admission; contact Felicity Green, Colburn Earth Science Museum, 2 S. Pack Square at Pack Place, Asheville, NC 28801, (828) 254-7162; e-mail: museum.colburn@gmail.com; Web site: www.colburnmuseum.org

13-15--DENVER, COLORADO: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Denver Merchandise Mart, 451 E. 58th Ave.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

13-15--NEWPORT, OREGON: 46th annual show; Oregon Coast Agate Club; Lincoln County Fairgrounds, 633 NE 3rd St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4:30; contact Juli Dahl, P.O. Box 2439, Waldport, OR 97394; jdahl2@peak.org

13-15--OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA: Retail and wholesale show; Shows of Integrity; Oklahoma City Fairgrounds; contact Judi Tripp, Shows of Integrity, 504 N. College St., McKinney, TX 75069, (972) 542-7370

13-15--PARK HILLS, MISSOURI: 11th annual swap and sale; Mineral Area Gem & Mineral Society, Greater St. Louis Association of Earth Science Clubs; Missouri Mines State Historic Site, Hwy. 32; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-5; free admission; rocks, minerals, fossils, lapidary; contact Lloyd E. Marler, (573) 431-2951, or Missouri Mines State Historic Site, P.O. Box 492, Park Hills, MO 63601, (573) 431-6226

13-15--RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Show; Frank Cox Productions; State Fairgrounds, Blue Ridge and Hillsborough St.; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com

13-15--SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, 1855 Main St.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

14-15--BUTTE, MONTANA: Show; Butte Mineral & Gem Club; Civic Center Annex, 1340 Harrison Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Pete Knudsen, (406) 496-4395

14-15--CAYUCOS, CALIFORNIA: 48th annual show; San Luis Obispo Gem & Mineral Club; Cayucos Vets Hall at the Pier; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; free door prizes, gems, minerals, jewelry, beads, fossils, tools, finding, wire wrapping, carvings, rough slabs, jade, polished cabs, gifts; contact Dianna Deem, (805) 909-2514, or Richard Sittinger, (805)927-2223; e-mail: Richard@Mineralofthemonthclub.org; Web site: www.mineralofthemonthclub.org

20-22--HOUSTON, TEXAS: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Reliant Center at Reliant Park, 1 Reliant Park; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

20-22--KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI: 2nd annual wholesale trade show; Shows of Integrity; MCC/BTC Exhibit Hall, 1775 Universal Ave., I-435 at Front St.; contact Judi Tripp, Shows of Integrity, 504 N. College St., McKinney, TX 75069, (972) 542-7370

20-22--PORTLAND, OREGON: Show, "Bead Renaissance Show"; J&J Promotions LLC; Monarch Hotel & Conference Center, 12566 SE 93rd Ave.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact J&J Promotions LLC, P.O. Box 420, Williamsburg, NM 87942, (575) 894-1293; e-mail: info@beadshow.com; Web site: www.beadshow.com

20-22--SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Show; Gem Faire; Scottish Rite Center, 1895 Camino del Rio S; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

20-22--SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Palace of the Governors Museum; Museum Courtyard, Lincoln Ave., Blue Gate Entrance; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission; children's hands-on workshop, presentations; contact Carlotta Boettcher, 120 Lincoln Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87501, (505) 476-5112; e-mail: carlotta.boettcher@state.nm.us; Web site: www.palaceofthegovernors.org

20-22--TORRINGTON, WYOMING: Show, "Wyoming State Mineral & Gem Show"; Rex Young Rock Club; The Rendezvous Center; contact John R. Benesch, P.O. Box 25, Torrington, WY 82240

21-22--COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO: 44th annual show; Colorado Springs Mineralogical Society; Phil Long Expo Center, 1515 Auto Mall Loop; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, children 6-15 $3, children under 6, uniformed Scouts and leaders, and active military with ID free; contact Ronald Yamiolkoski, (719) 683-2603; e-mail: info@csms.us; Web site: www.csms.us

21-22--GEORGETOWN, INDIANA: Two-day hunt; Down n Dirty Diggers, Hoosier Hills Treasure Hunters Club; Mike's Metal Detector Shop, 9350 Indian Bluff Rd. N; call or write for entry forms; contact Mike's Metal Detector Shop, 9350 Indian Bluff Rd., Georgetown, IN 47122, (812) 366-3558; e-mail: byrn@hughes.net

21-22--OZARK, MISSOURI: Show, "Gem Fair 2008"; Ozark Mountain Gem & Mineral Society; Finley River Park, 205 N. First St., by the Bull Ring; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; free admission; buy, sell, trade, rocks, gems, beads, crystals, jewelry, fossils, minerals, supplies, equipment, slabs, tumbled stones, benefit auction Sat.; contact Eddie & Betty Maples, 2621 W. Wildwest Rd., Nixa, MO 65742, (417) 725-3001; e-mail: ttc65@sbcglobal.net

21-22--TORRINGTON, WYOMING: Show, "2008 Wyoming Sate Gem and Mineral Show"; Rex Young Rock Club, Rendezvous Center, Goshen Co. Fairgrounds, Hwy. 26/85 West; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; adults $2, children under 12 free with paid adult; contact Dale Tikalsky, 523 W. 20th St., Scottsbluff, NE 69361, (308) 632-5574; e-mail: tikalsky21@charter.net

27-29--BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA: 43rd annual show/swap; Lawrence County Rock Club; Monroe County 4-H Fairgrounds, Airport Rd.; Fri. 10-6:30, Sat. 9-6:30, Sun. 10-4; gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils, rocks, lapidary equipment, rockhound and prospecting supplies, 4-H and ect science project material; contact Dave Treffinger, 13101 E 250 N, Loogootee, IN 47553, (812) 295-3463; Web site: www.lawrencecountyrockclub.org

27-29--NOVI, MICHIGAN: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Rock Financial Showplace, 46100 Grand River Rd.; Fri. 12-6, Fri. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

27-29--SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Seattle Center, Mercer St. at Third Ave. N; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

27-29--SANDY (SALT LAKE CITY), UTAH: Show; Gem Faire; South Towne Exposition Center/Exhibit Hall 5, 9575 S. State St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

27-29--VENTURA, CALIFORNIA: 69th annual show, "The Statewide Golden Bear Gem & Mineral Show"; California Federation of Mineralogical Societies; Seaside Park, Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd., just off the 101 Fwy.; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, seniors (60+) $4, students $3, kids under 12 free with paid adult; more than 100 gem, mineral, rock, fossil and jewelry exhibits, 50 dealers, jewelry making demonstrations, speakers, door prizes, silent auctions, kids' activities, official State Gemstone, State Fossil, Sate Rock, and State Mineral on display; contact Bural LaRue, (909) 874-5664; e-mail: bplarue@earthlink.net; Web site: www.cfmsinc.org

28-29--CASPER, WYOMING: 61st annual show; Natrona County Rockhounds, Parkway Plaza, 123 W. E, Center St. and I-25; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; adults $3, children under 12 free; display contest, silent auctions, raffle, door prizes, grab bags, vendors; contact Helen Hoff, NCRH, P.O. Box 123, Mills, WY 82644, (307) 266-2839; e-mail: hmhoff@bresnan.net

28-29--GILSUM, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Swap and show; Town of Gilsum; Gilsum Elementary School, Rte. 10; Sat. 8-6, Sun. 8-4; free admission; swappers, distributors, collectors and more than 70 dealers, buy, sell or swap, beryl, quartz crystals, semiprecious stones, rocks, minerals, displays; contact Rob Mitchell, Gilsum Recreation Committee, P.O. Box 76, Gilsum, NH 03448, (603) 357-9636; e-mail: rmitchell60@gmail.com

28-29--LAKE OZARK, MISSOURI: 7th annual show; Osage Rock & Mineral Club; The Resort at Port Arrowhead, Room "D", 3080 Bagnell Dam Blvd. (Bus. Hwy. 54); Sat. 11-5, Sun. 11-5; free admission; gemstones, jewelry, meteorites, geodes, fossils, minerals, quartz crystals, custom jewelry, cabochons, kids' games; contact Roger Varvel, (417) 532-4367; e-mail: rvarvel@fidnet.com

29--COLUMBUS, NEBRASKA: Show, "Rock Swap"; Loup Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Izaak Walton, Hwy. 81 and Hwy. 30 intersection; Sun. 9-5; free admission; buy, sell or trade, fossils, minerals, agates, artifacts, petrified wood, faceted gemstones, jewelry, silent auction, display cases, grand drawing; contact Mary Wemhoff, P.O. Box 257, 254 D St., Platte Center, NE 68653, (402) 246-3955; email: e-mail: wemconst@megavision.com

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JULY 2008:

2-6--MADRAS, OREGON: Show, "Fourth of July Pow Wow"; All American Rock & Gem Pow Wow Club of America; Jefferson County Fairgrounds; ; camping, daily field trips, dig for agate, jasper, thunder eggs, petrified wood for a fee, bring rockhounding tools, kids' rock toss/scramble, Country Kitchen, guest speakers, music, auction, bingo, door prizes, more than 75 vendors, rough rock, finished jewelry, equipment; contact Rocky McCall, 8330 272nd NW, Stanwood, WA 98292, (360) 629-2515; e-mail: rm711@tgi.net

3-6--SISTERS, OREGON: 12th annual show, "Sisters Round-up of Gems"; Jean Miller; Sisters Elementary School, 611 E. Cascade, off Hwy. 20; Thu. 9-6, Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-4; free admission; donations benefit Oregon National Guard Families Emergency Fund; contact Jean Miller, P.O. Box 136, Molalla, OR 97038, (503) 829-2680; e-mail: shadow92337@netscape.com; Web site: www. ogmshows.com

4-6--FARMINGTON, NEW MEXICO: Show, "San Jaun Co. Rock & Gem Show"; San Jaun Gem & Mineral Club; Civic Center, 200 W. Arlington; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; silent auction, free kids' rocks, wheel of fortune, door prizes, raffle, vendors; contact Mickie Calvert, (505) 632-8288; e-mail: Mickie2@earthlink.net; or Ruth Rightmire, 301 S. Johnson, Bloomfield, NM 87413; ruthrightmire@msn.com.

4-6--FISHERSVILLE, VIRGINIA: 21st annual show, "Waynesboro Area Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show" Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Augusta Expoland, Expoland Rd., I-64 exit 91; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3, children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths from all over the U.S., gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral and fossil dealers, hourly door prizes, classes available; contact Van Wimmer, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

4-6--PASADENA, CALIFORNIA: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E. Green St.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

4-6--RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Show; Frank Cox Productions; State Fairgrounds, Blue Ridge and Hillsborough St.; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com

4-6--TIMONIUM, MARYLAND: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

10-13--MENASHA, WISCONSIN: Show, "Wonderful World of Agates"; Weis Earth Science Museum; University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley, 1478 Midway Rd.; Thu. 8-9, Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-4; adults $4, seniors $3, students and children free; all-agate show, rough agate, jewelry, art, displays, dealers, speakers, authors, museum-benefit auction, registration required for programs and events, cost $75, deadline Mar. 1, 2008; contact Gary Richards, Weis Earth Science Museum, 1478 Midway Rd., Menasha, WI 54952, (920) 832-2925; e-mail: joanne.kluessendorf@uwc.edu; Web site: www.weismuseum.org

11-13--DURANGO, COLORADO: 55th annual show; Four Corners Gem & Mineral Club; La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave.; Fri. 11-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; kids' activities, lapidary demonstrations; gold panning, jewelry, jewelry making tools and equipment, gems, minerals, fossils, beading, free door prizes, educational and fluorescent mineral displays, raffle, silent auction; contact Joanna Baker, Four Corners Gem & Mineral Club, P.O. Box 955, Durango, CO 81302, (970) 563-9908; e-mail: info@durangorocks.org; Web site: www.durangorocks.org

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; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com

11-13--MARLBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS: Show; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; Royal Plaza Trade Center, 181 Boston Post Rd. W; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

11-13--PORTLAND, OREGON: Show, "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

11-13--SAN MATEO, CALIFORNIA: Show; "My Favorite! Bead Show"; International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.; San Mateo County Event Center, 2495 S. Delaware St.; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $7; free beading classes by Wendy Simpson Conner; contact Laurie Reluzco, 120 Derwood Cir., Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 294-1640; e-mail: laurie@intergem.net; Web site: www.InterGem.com

12-13--BETHEL, MAINE: 47th annual show, "Western Maine Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Festival"; Oxford County Mineral & Gem Association; Telstar Regional High School, Rte. 26; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2, children under 12 free; contact Hugh Chapman, (207) 836-2987, or Dennis Brown, (207) 647-2154; e-mail: oxfordcountymineralandgemassoc@gmail.com; Web site: www.oxfordcountymineralandgemassociation.blogspot.com

12-13--ROSEVILLE, MINNESOTA: Summer show; Anoka County Gem & Mineral Club; Har Mar Mall, 2100 Snelling Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; free admission; gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils, agates, petrified wood; contact Martha Miss, (651) 459-0343

12-13--SYRACUSE, NEW YORK: Show; ; Gem & Mineral Society of Syracuse; Verizon Center of Progress Bldg., New York State Fairgrounds, Rte. 690; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; gems, jewelry, beads, beading supplies, minerals, fossils, educational exhibits, more than 50 retail and wholesale dealers, demonstrations, kids' activities, family fun; contact Cathy Patterson, (315) 638-8817; Web site: www.gmss.us

18-19--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

18-20--REEDSPORT, OREGON: Show, "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, silent auction, spin the wheel, door prizes, displays, raffle; contact Bill Hendrickson, 100 Riverbend Rd. #17, Reedsport, OR 97467, (541) 271-6816; e-mail: bamoonman7@msn.com

18-20--BOONE, NORTH CAROLINA: 14th annual show, "High Country Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show"; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; National Guard Armory, 274 Hunting Hills Ln., near the hospital, behind the fire station; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3 (good all 3 days), children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths from all over the U.S., gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral and fossil dealers, hourly door prizes, classes available; contact Van Wimmer, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

18-20--KENNER, LOUISIANA: Show; AKS Gem Shows; Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; admission $5; beading classes, cab demonstrations; contact Kay Schabilion, 4532 Kawanee Ave., Metairie, LA 70006, (504) 455-6101; e-mail: info@aksshow.com; Web site: www.aksshow.com

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

19-20--ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA: 39th annual show; Gem City Rock & Mineral Society; JMC Ice Arena, 423 W. 38th St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, seniors $2, children under 12 free; celebrate the club's 50th anniversary, dealers, children's activities, displays; contact Bob Gallivan, 427 Colleen Dr., Erie, PA 16505, (814) 454-6770; e-mail: webmaster@gemcityrockclub.org; Web site: www.gemcityrockclub.org/show.htm

19-20--MOOSE LAKE, MINNESOTA: showname: 39th annual show, "Agate Days"; Carlton County Gem & Mineral Club; Moose Lake High School gym & parking lot, 413 Birch Ave.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; dealers, agates, cutting materials, specimens, crystal groups, fossils, gems, jewelry, equipment, rough-rock tailgaters, door prizes, field trip information, Agate Stampede Sat.; contact Allan Hyopponen, 4902 Jean Duluth Rd., Duluth, MN 55804, (218) 525-7766; e-mail: finnspec@charter.net

23-27--FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA: Show, "Whistle Stop Gemfest"; South East Gemshows; Whistle Stop Antique Mall, 1281 Georgia Rd. (Hwy. 441 N); Wed. 9-7, Thu. 9-7, Fri. 9-7, Sat. 9-7, Sun. 9-6; free admission; faceting and cabbing rough, opal, meteorites, minerals, fossils, gemstones, handcrafted jewelry, equipment, supplies, tools, silversmith and goldsmith doing custom jewelry and repair; contact Mark or Patricia Smith, P.O. Box 298, Montmorenci, SC 29839, (706) 490-4515; e-mail: gemshows@bellsouth.net

24-27--FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA: 43rd annual show, "Macon County Gemboree"; Gem & Mineral Society of Franklin; Macon County Community Bldg., U.S. 441 South; Thu. 10-6, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; adults $2, children under 12 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: www.franklin-chamber.com

23-27--MANSFIELD, OHIO: Show, "Geodes-Exploring Nature's Beauty Within"; 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 (minerals, gems, jewelry, artifacts), demonstrations (faceting, cabbing, wirewrapping), silent auction and children's auction Sat., club mineral and jewelry sales, no dealers; contact Jay Medici, P.O. Box 56, Sparta, OH 43350, (419) 768-9128; e-mail: jmedici@bright.net

25-27--GRESHAM, ORGEON: 2nd annual show, "Gresham Gem, Mineral, Jewelry Show"; Jean Miller; Mount Hood Community College, 26000 S.E. Stark, enter off Kane Rd., parking lot A; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; ugly jewelry contest, donations requested for Oregon National Guards families Emergency Fund; contact Jean Miller, P.O. Box 136, Molalla, OR 97038, (503) 829-2680; e-mail: shadow92337@netscape.com; Web site: www.ogmshows.com

25-27--SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Pkwy.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

26-27--FREDERIC, WISCONSIN: 41st annual show; Indianhead Rock & Mineral Society; Frederic High School; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; contact Roy Wickman, (715) 357-3223, or Vernon Peterson, (715) 349-2241, or Dan Beal, (715) 472-8809

26-27--MATTITUCK, NEW YORK: 27th annual show; Long Island Mineral & Geology Society; Mattituck High School, Main Rd. (Rte. 25E); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $4, children under 12 free with adult; gems, fossils, minerals, meteorites, lapidary rough, vendors, precious and semiprecious beads, pearls, amber, opals, crystals, jewelry makers, original finished jewelry, wire-wrap, antique jewelry, lapidary demonstrations, Crack-a-Geode, grand door prize; contact Julie Schwahl, 10 Whiting Rd., East Quogue, NY 11942, (631) 594-1843; e-mail: adcom1a@msn.com; Web site: www.limineralandgeology.com

26-27--SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT: 29th annual Champlain Valley Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show; Burlington Gem & Mineral Club; Tuttle Middle School, 500 Dorset St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, seniors and students 6-16 $2, children under 6 free with adult; dealers, exhibits, lectures, demonstrations, children's activities, silent auction, door prizes; contact Kathy Howe, (802) 656-4118; Web site: www.burlingtongemandmineralclub.org

26-27--TENINO, WASHINGTON: 14th annual show, "Rock and Gem Rendez-Vous"; Washington Agate & Mineral Society, Tenino Rock Cruisers; Parkside Elementary School, Stage St.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-5; free admission; during the Tenino Oregon Trail Days, dealers, demonstrations, door prizes, spinning the wheel, displays; contact Daniel De Boer, (360) 866-3940; e-mail: keylock@comcast.net

27--BANCROFT, ONTARIO, CANADA: 12th annual show; Bancroft Gem & Mineral Club; Bancroft Legion Hall, Station St.; Sun. 10-4; adults $2, under 18 free; silent and live auctions; contact Frank Melanson, Bancroft, ON K0L 1C0, (613) 332-1032; e-mail: alrocks16@yahoo.ca

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AUGUST 2008:

1-3--EUGENE, OREGON: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; Lane County Events Center/Exhibit Hall, 796 W. 13th Ave.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

1-3--NIPOMO, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Rainbow of Gems"; Wes Lingerfelt; St. Joseph's Church; 298 S. Thompson Ave.; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; raffles, prizes; contact Wes Lingerfelt, 110 W. Bennentt St., Nipomo, CA 93444, (805) 929-3788; e-mail: Rocks4u@prodigy.net; website: Web site: www.omsinc.org

1-3--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 12 and under free with paid adult; dealers, fine jewelry, beading components, mineral specimens, tools, lapidary equipment and rough, door prizes; contact Larry Jackson, P.O. Box 3923, Chino Valley, AZ 86323, (928) 636-9188; e-mail: lpjack65@cableone.net; Web site: www.prescottgemmineral.org

1-3--SAVANNAH, GEORGIA: Show; AKS Gem Shows; Savannah International Trade & Convention Center, One International Dr.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; admission $5; beading classes, cab demonstrations, Savannah Lapidary Club and SCAD promo booths; contact Kay Schabilion, 4532 Kawanee Ave., Metairie, LA 70006, (504) 455-6101; e-mail: info@aksshow.com; Web site: www.aksshow.com

2--ISHPEMING, MICHIGAN: 33rd annual show; Ishpeming Rock & Mineral Club; Ishpeming Elks Club, 597 Lake Shore Dr.; Sat. 9:30-4:30; free admission; mineral displays, dealers, kids' area, silent auction, hourly prizes, raffle, mineral demonstrations, field trips Fri. and Sun., Cracker Barrel session Sat., auction, raffle, program; contact Ernest Johnson, 1962 W. Fair, Marquette, MI 49855, (906) 228-9422; e-mail: ejohnson@nmu.edu

2-3--BETHESDA, MARYLAND: 59th annual show; Gem, Lapidary & Mineral Society of Washington, DC; Stone Ridge School, 9101 Rockville Pike; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, seniors $5, students $3, children free; more than 40 dealers, gems, jewelry, minerals, fossils, unique displays, fun and educational activities, walk-through crystal cave; contact Matt Charsky, 2430 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA 22207, (703) 522-7415; e-mail: charsky.matthew@epa.gov; Web site: www.glmsdc.com

2-3--NORTH BEND, OREGON: Show; Farwest Lapidary & Gem Society; North Bend Community Center, 2222 Broadway; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; displays, jewelry, demonstrations, kids' activities, exhibits, silent auction, raffle, hourly door prizes, dealers, faceted and rough gems, minerals, gold, silver, crystals, beads, mountings, tools, jewelry; contact Don Innes, 54416 Arago-Fishtrap Rd., Myrtle Point, OR 97458, (541) 396-5722

2-3--WATERVILLE, MAINE: 38th annual show; Wateroak Gem & Mineral Society; Mount Merici School, 152 Western Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission; gems, minerals, fossils, beads, demonstrations, lapidary arts, jewelry, specimens, books, magazines, educational displays, fluorescent minerals, dealers; contact Ellery Borrow, P.O. Box 47, Waterville, ME 04903-0047, (207) 547-3154

7-10--BUENA VISTA, COLORADO: 25th anniversary show, "Contin-tail"; Contin-tail LLC; Rodeo Grounds, Gregory Dr. and Rodeo Rd.; Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission; outdoor show, more than 100 dealers, rocks, minerals, gems, beads, jewelry, lapidary items, demonstrations, fluorescent mineral display Fri. and Sat. evenings, close to mineral collecting locations, in conjunction with Buena Vista Gold Rush Days; contact Carolyn Tunnicliff, 1130 Francis #7010, Longmont, CO 80501, (303) 833-2939; e-mail: ctunnicliff@comcast.net; Web site: www. coloradorocks.org

8-10--COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; OC Fair & Event Center/Bldg. 10, 88 Fair Dr.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

8-10--DALTON, GEORGIA: 17th annual show, "North Georgia Gem, Mineral & Jewelry 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, children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths from all over the U.S., gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral and fossil dealers, hourly door prizes, classes available; contact Van Wimmer, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

8-10--WEST SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS: East Coast show; Martin Zinn Expositions; Better Living Center, Eastern States Exposition, 1305 Memorial Dr.; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, 12 and under free with adult; parking $5, more than 200 U.S. and foreign dealers, door prizes, guest speakers, museum-quality exhibits, gold panning, large wholesale section, air-conditioned hall, Herb and Monika Obodda collection; contact Regina Aumente, Martin Zinn Expositions, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004, (505) 867-0425; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com

9-10--BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA: Annual show; Baton Rouge Gem & Mineral Society; Fraternal Order of Police Baton Rouge Lodge Number One, 10777 Greenwell Springs Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, children $2; contact Paul Broussard, (225) 687-3864 or (225) 939-3293 cell; e-mail: Paul_Broussard@msn.com

9-10--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

15-16--TAHLEQUAH, OKLAHOMA: Show and sale; Tahlequah Rock & Mineral Society; Tahlequah Community Bldg., First St. and College Ave.; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5; free admission; special exhibits, children's booths, lapidary demonstrations, live auction, contact Sara Brasel, 14236 Cross Timbers Rd., Tahlequah, OK 74464, (918) 458-0801; e-mail: crosstimbersrd@earthlink.net

15-17--CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA: Southeast wholesale and retail show; Martin Zinn Expositions; Holiday Inn-Cartersville, I-75 and 411 NE; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; minerals, fossils, gems, 90 vendors, wholesale and retail, public welcome, in cooperation with the Tellus Museum (formerly Weinman Mineral Museum); contact Laura Delano, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004, (941) 408-0362; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com

15-17--LEBANON, PENNSYLVANIA: 11th annual show and sale, "Gem Miner's Jubilee"; Mid-Atlantic Gem & Mineral Association; Lebanon Expo Center, Rt. 72 and Rocherty Rd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $6, children under 12 free; gems, jewelry, minerals, beads; contact MAGMA, (301) 565-0487; Web site: www.gem-show.com

15-17--SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; Scottish Rite Center, 6151 H St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

16-17--RICE LAKE, WISCONSIN: 12th annual show; Northwest Wisconsin Gem & Mineral Society; University of Wisconsin Barron County; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; contact Roy Wickman, (715) 357-3223, or Neil Sitenga, (715) 234-7684

16-17--YELM, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Nisqually Valley Rockhound Society; Yelm Middle School, Hwy. 510; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Mike Smith, (360) 458-8747; e-mail: msmith2012@ywave.com

22-24--HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Show; AKS Gem Shows; Hot Springs Convention Center, 134 Convention Blvd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; admission $5; beading classes; contact Kay Schabilion, 4532 Kawanee Ave., Metairie, LA 7006, (504) 455-6101; e-mail: info@aksshow.com; Web site: www.aksshow.com

22-24--SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; Scottish Rite Center, 1895 Camino del Rio S; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

22-24--SARASOTA, FLORIDA: 183rd show; Frank Cox Productions; 801 N. Tamiami Tr. (Hwy. 41); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com

22-24--SOUTH BEND, INDIANA: Michiana Gem & Mineral Society; 45th annual show and sale; St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds, 5177 S. Ironwood Rd., Ironwood and Jackson Rd.; Fri. 2-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $2.50, children 6-12 $1, under 6 free; gem, fossil, mineral and jewelry dealers, demonstrations, exhibits, Kids' Korner, silent auction; contact Marie Crull, (574) 272-7209; e-mail: crullb2@sbcglobal.net; or Kathy Miller, (574) 291-0332

23-24--CANTON, NEW YORK: Show; St. Lawrence Co. Rock & Mineral Club; Canton Sportsman's Club, Nickerson Rd.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; free admission; field trips, raffle, auctions, kids' sluice, fluorescent mineral hunt; contact William deLorraine, 1 Indian Head Trail, Gouverneur, NY 13642, (315) 287-4652; e-mail: wdellie@northnet.org; Web site: www.stlawrenceco.com

29-31--SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; Earl Warren Showgrounds/Exhibit Hall, 3400 Calle Real; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

30-31--AUGUSTA, MAINE: 18th annual Show; Kennebec Rocks & Minerals Club; National Guard Armory, Western Ave.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; door prizes, grand prize, cabbing and lapidary demonstrations, dealers, minerals, jewelry, gems, fossils, geode slicing, kids' mineral mine and games, "Rocky" the rockhound dog, free minerals for kids; contact Ron LePage, (207) 873-6270

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AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2008:

29-1--CRAWFORD, NEBRASKA: Rock swap; NW Nebraska Rock Club; Crawford City Park, Main St.; Fri. 8-6, Sat. 8-6, Sun. 8-6, Mon. 8-12; free admission; agate-collecting field trips, rock swap; contact Wade Beins, P.O. Box 569, Chadron, NE 69337, (308) 430-1399; e-mail: agates@bbc.net

29-1--FORT BRAGG, CALIFORNIA: 46th 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

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SEPTEMBER 2008:

5-7--FAIRFIELD, IOWA: 13th annual show, "Treasures of Southeast Iowa"; Sac & Fox Lapidary Club; Arts & Convention Center, Main St. and Briggs Ave.; Fri. 6-10, 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

5-7--MARIETTA (ATLANTA), GEORGIA: Show; Frank Cox Productions; Cobb County Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Pkwy.; Fri. 1-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com

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

5-7--WINSTON-SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA: 37th annual show; Forsyth Gem & Mineral Club; Education 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

6-7--POWNALL, VERMONT: Annual show; Northern Berkshire Mineral Club; American Legion Post #90, Rte. 7; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, children under 12 accompanied by adult free, group rates; gems, minerals, jewelry, carvings, jewel boxes, beginner specimens, door prizes, chidren's fish pond; contact Cindy Hancock, 45 Spring St. Apt. 103, North Adams, MA 01247, (413) 664-4115

6-7--ROSEBURG, OREGON: Show, "Rocks Under Foot"; 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, silent auction, wheel of fortune, geode cutting, raffles, door prizes, gold panning, kids' rock hunt; contact Dave Snyder, (541) 679-7553; e-mail: dwilliams@mcsi.net

10-14--DENVER, COLORADO: Fall show; Martin Zinn Expositions; Holiday Inn - Denver Central, 4849 Bannock St., at the intersection of I-25 and I-70; free admission; 200 wholesale and retail dealers from all over the world, free shuttle bus to shows at the Merchandise Mart; Wed. 10-6, Thu. 10-6, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Regina Aumente, Martin Zinn Expositions, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004, (505) 867-0425; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com

12-14--DENVER, COLORADO: Show, "Colorado Fossil Expo"; Martin Zinn Expositions; Denver Merchandise Mart Plaza Annex, 451 E. 58th Ave.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, seniors and teens $4; 50 dealers, fossils, meteorites, petrified wood, amber, paleontological exhibits, ticket includes Denver Gem & Mineral Show; contact Regina Aumente, Martin Zinn Expositions, P.O. Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004, (505) 867-0425; e-mail: mz0955@aol.com

12-14--HOLLAND, MICHIGAN: Show, "What's Inside: Discovering Earth's Treasures"; Tulip City Gem & Mineral Club; Holland Civic Center, 8th St. and Pine; Fri. 9-8, Sat. 9-7, Sun. 11-5; adults $2, students 50 cents; fluorescent mineral display, interactive touch rock display, lapidary skills demonstrations, silent auction, Petosky stone polishing, children's games and silent auction, club sales, gold panning, door prizes, member, dealer and guest displays, eight dealers, fossils, minerals, lapidary equipment; contact R. Cistaro, 1162 Wintergreen Dr., Holland, MI 49424; e-mail: r4squares@charter.net

13-14--DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Delvers Gem & Mineral Society; Woman's Club of Downey, 9813 Paramount Blvd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; free admission; vendors, demonstrations, exhibits, grab bags, boutique, rocks, minerals, gold panning; contact Guynell Miller, 7315 Cloverlawn Dr., South Gate, CA 90280, (562) 633-0614; e-mail: delversrockclub@sbcglobal.net

13-14--SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Annual show, swap and auction; Northwest Arkansas Gem & Mineral Society; Hwy. 43N, just north of Siloam Springs; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; rock and mineral auction Sat., silent auction, flint knapping, wire wrapping, beading demonstrations, kids' gem panning; contact Dave Leininger, 14029 White Oak Ln., Bentonville, AR 72712, (479) 263-1424; e-mail: Hulagrub@aol.com

13-14--TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA: 40th annual show, "Wonders of the Earth"; Gem & Mineral Club of Scarborough; Mid Scarborough Community Centre, 2467 Eglinton Ave. E; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; contact GMCS, (416) 282-5319; Web site: www.scarbgemclub.ca

19-21--COOS BAY, OREGON: Show, "South Coast Rock & Gem Fest 2008"; Far West Lapidary & Gem Society; 4th St. parking lot, across from Outdoor-In Family Restaurant, downtown; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; dealers, rockhound sales, jewelry, gems, minerals, fossils, rough and finished rocks, tumbled rock, geodes, faceted stones, cabochons, thunder eggs, during the Bay Area Fun Festival; contact Don Innes, (541) 396-5722

19-21--ENID, OKLAHOMA: Show; Enid Gem & Mineral Society; Garfield County Fair Grounds, Hoover Bldg.; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Billy E. Wood, (580) 234-5344

19-21--LINCOLN, MISSOURI: 48th annual show; Mozarkite Society of Lincoln; Lincoln City Park; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-6; free admission; displays, silent auction, dig your own mozarkite for $1 per pound; contact Linville Harms, (660) 827-4143

19-21--SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; Marin Center/Exhibit Hall, 10 Avenue of the Flags; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

20-21--COOS BAY, OREGON: Show, "South Coast Rock & Gem Fest 2008"; Farwest Lapidary & Gem Society; 4th St. parking lot, across from Outdoor-In Family Restaurant; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; dealers, tailgaters, jewelry, gems, minerals, fossils, rough and finished rocks, tumbled rock, geodes, faceted stones, cabochons, thunder eggs, during the Bay Area Fun Festival; contact Don Innes, 54416 Arago-Fishtrap Rd., Myrtle Point, OR 97458, (541) 396-5722

20-21--FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS: Show, "2008 Fall Festival of Gems and Minerals"; Pleasant Oaks Gem & Mineral Club; EMGI Bldg., Brookhaven College, 3939 Valley View Ln.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5, students $1, children 6 and under free; hourly door prizes, Grand Prize Sun., kids' mine, Scouting activites; contact Don Shurtz, (972) 509-2821; e-mail: don.shurtz@gmail.com; Web site: www.pogmc.org

20-21--MISSOULA, MONTANA: 14th annual show, "Rockhounding In The Rockies"; Hellgate Mineral Society; Ruby's Inn & Convention Center, 4825 N. Reserve; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Bob Riggs, 14 Holiday Ln., Missoula, MT 59801, (406) 543-3667

20-21--PASO ROBLES, CALIFORNIA: 17th annual show, "Rockhound Roundup"; Santa Lucia Rockhounds; Pioneer Park and Museum, 2010 Riverside Dr., south of the Mid-State Fairgrounds; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free admission; dealers, exhibits, raffle prizes, youth activities, silent auction, demonstrations; contact Mike Doherty, (805) 466-4061; e-mail: mdoherty@tcsn.net

20-21--RHINEBECK, NEW YORK: 39th annual show and sale, "The Earth's Bounty"; Mid-Hudson Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rte. 9; Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10-4; adults $5, seniors $4, students $2, children 12 and under free with adult, discount flier on Web site; 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 for Hudson Valley High School students, special exhibits by New York State Museum and Vassar College Museum of Geology; contact Carolyn Reynard, (845) 471-1224; Web site: www.geocities.com/nyrockhounds

20-21--SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA: Show, "The Great San Francisco Crystal Fair"; Pacific Crystal Guild; Fort Mason Center, Bldg. A, Laguna and Marina Ave.; 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

26-27-–FRANKLIN, NEW JERSEY: 52nd annual show; Franklin Mineral Museum; Franklin School, Washington Ave.; contact Lee Lowell, (973) 827-6671

26-28--SANDY (SALT LAKE CITY), UTAH: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; South Towne Exposition Center/Exhibit Hall 5, 9575 S. State St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

26-28--TOOELE, UTAH: Annual show; Tooele Gem & Mineral Society; Tooele City Recreation Complex, 350 West 400 North; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-5; free admission; demonstrations, displays, dealers, silent auction, door prizes, kids' area; contact Linda Rasmussen, (801) 829-4157

27-28--LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY: Show and sale; Rockhounds of Central Kentucky; Kentucky National Guard Armory, Airport Rd.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; adults $1, students 6-12 50 cents, families $3 max., Scouts in uniform free; dealers, minerals, jewelry, equipment, club sales, demonstrations, exhibits, silent auctions, hourly door prizes, kids' quarry, blacklight display; contact Kay Fisher, 1905 Port Royal Ct., Lexington, KY 40504, (859) 537-1776; e-mail: kkay19@aol.com; Web site: www.lexingtonrockclub.com

27-28--SOUTH SIOUX CITY, NEBRASKA: 43rd annual show; Siouxland Gem & Mineral Society; South Sioux City Senior Center, 1501 W. 29th St.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $1.50, students 12 and older 50 cents, children under 12 free; exhibits, three dealers, door prizes, spin the wheel, silent auction, fossil displays, Siouxland Dino Hunters exhibit and educational program, videos; contact Bob Hopp, (712) 258-3645

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30-5--IDABEL, OKLAHOMA: Annual show and sale; McCurtain Gem & Mineral Club; County Fairgrounds, 9th St. NW, off Hwy. 70; Tue. 9-5, Wed. 9-5, Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission; appointments for group appointments, call (580) 286-3616; contact Doris Perkins, 405 SE Ave. G, Idabel, OK 74745, (580) 286-3133; e-mail: rperkins8236@sbcglobal.net

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OCTOBER 2008:

3-5--COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; OC Fair & Event Center/Bldg. 10, 88 Fair Dr.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

3-5--INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: 10th annual show, "Fall Indianapolis Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show"; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Indiana State Fairgrounds, Northwest Pavilion, 1202 E. 38th St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3 (good all 3 days), children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths from all over the U.S., gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral and fossil dealers, hourly door prizes, classes available; contact Van Wimmer, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

3-5--SARASOTA, FLORIDA: 184th show; Frank Cox Productions; 801 N. Tamiami Tr. (Hwy. 41); Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Frank Cox Productions, 755 S. Palm Ave. #203, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 954-0202; e-mail: frankcox@comcast.net; Web site: www.frankcoxproductions.com

3-5--SEQUIM, WASHINGTON: Show, "Earth's Treasures"; Clallam County Gem & Mineral Society; Sequim Boys & Girls Club, 400 W. Fir St.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 9-2; free admission; more than 40 dealers, tools, gems, jewelry, diamond tools, opals, crystals, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral fossil, rare meteorites, rare gemstones, silent auction, door prizes, kids' corner, demonstrations, jewelry making, faceting, goldsmithing, silversmithing, flint knapping; contact Thomas Ellison, 100 W. Deytona St., Sequim, WA 98382, (360) 460-1333; e-mail: tellison60@yahoo.com; Web site: www.olympicrocks.com

4-5--JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS: 36th annual show; Central Arkansas Gem, Mineral & Geology Society; Jacksonville Community Center, 5 Municipal Dr.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free admission; grand prize drawing, door prizes, demonstrations, kids' dig, exhibits, more than 100 tables of minerals, fossils, beads, jewelry, lapidary materials; contact Pat Kissire, 4900 Sparks Rd., Little Rock, AR 72210, (501) 821-2346; e-mail: pkissire@sbcglobal.net; Web site: www.centralarrockhound.org

4-5--SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS: Show; Lincoln Orbit Earth Science Society; Illinois State Fairgrounds, Illinois Bldg., 9th St. and N. Grand; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, seniors $1, children free; special exhibits, demonstrators, club member exhibits, dealers, kids' activities, silent auction; contact Judith Washburn, 107 Deer Creek Rd., Rochester, IL 62563, (217) 498-7713; e-mail: jrwashburn1@msn.com; Web site: www.loess1.org

4-5--WAYNESBORO, VIRGINIA: Annual show; Shenandoah Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Kate Collins School, 1625 Ivy St.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Paul Johnson, (540) 942-3864, or Roland Stetler, (540) 463-6098

5--FALLBROOK, CALIFORNIA: 51st annual show, "Fall Festival of Gems"; Fallbrook Gem & Mineral Society; Sun. 10-4; free admission; contact Mary Fong-Walker, (760) 728-1130; e-mail: 1konMining@gmail.com

9-11--MOUNT IDA, ARKANSAS: World Championship Quartz Crystals Digging Contest; Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce; Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Fairgrounds Rd.; Thu. 9-3, Fri. 9-3, Sat. 9-3; free admission; keep all you find, meet other miners, maybe even win a prize; contact Maureen Walther, Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce, Mount Ida, AK 71957, (870) 867-2723; e-mail: director@mountidachamber.com; Web site: www.mountidachamber.com

10-12--BILLINGS, MONTANA: Show; Billings Gem & Mineral Club; Billings Hotel and Convention Center, 1223 Mullowney Ln.; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Vern Watson, 2511 Olson Dr., Billings, MT 59102, (406) 652-5958

10-12--HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA: 40th annual show; Huntsville Gem & Mineral Society; von Braun Center, 700 Monroe St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; admission $2; 30 national vendors, fine and costume jewelry, lapidary material, specimens, equipment, demonstrations, displays, "rock food table," fluorescent rock display, children's activities; contact Lowell Zoller, 3027 Flint Mill Run, Hampton Cove, AL 35763, (256) 534-8803; e-mail: Lzol@comcast.net; Web site: www.huntsvillegms.org

10-12--MOAB, UTAH: 49th 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; demonstrations, field trips; contact Jerry Hansen, P.O. Box 186, Moab, UT 84532, (435) 259-3393; e-mail: boondocker@frontiernet.net

10-12--MOUNT IDA, ARKANSAS: Show, "Quartz, Quiltz and Craftz Festival"; Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce; Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Fairgrounds Rd.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free admission; children's dig; 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

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

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

11-12--ORLANDO, FLORIDA: 17th annual show, "Fossil Fair"; Florida Fossil Hunters; Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W. Colonial Dr.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $4, children $1; fossils, rocks, minerals, gems, artifacts, silent auctions, raffles, children's dig pit, books, supplies; contact Valerie First, 223 Ringwood Dr., Winter Springs, FL 32708, (407) 699-9274; e-mail: vjfirst@aol.com; Web site: www.floridafossilhunters.com

11-12--ROSEVILLE, MINNESOTA: Fall show; Anoka County Gem & Mineral Club; Har Mar Mall, 2100 Snelling Ave.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; free admission; gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils, agates, petrified wood; contact Martha Miss, (651) 459-0343

11-12--SIERRA VISTA, ARIZONA: 34th annual show, "Rock Rustlers Dream"; Huachuca Mineral & Gem Club; Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Ln., on 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

11-12--WORTHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA: Show; Kit-Han-Ne Rock & Gem Club; West Franklin Firehall, corner of Cherry and Linton St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; six vendors, silent auction, displays, Gem Mine for young and old, Plinko for kids; contact Albert Zabinski, (724) 567-7067; e-mail: zabinski@facetersco-op.com; Web site: www.facetersco-op.com/zabinski/gemshow.htm

17-18--ANDERSON, CALIFORNIA: Shasta Gem & Mineral Society; Shasta District Fairgrounds; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; contact Bill Seward, (530) 365-8641

17-19--DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; Del Mar Fairgrounds/Exhibit Hall, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

17-19--FORT WAYNE, INDIANA: 47th annual show and sale, "Fossils of Indiana"; Three Rivers Gem & Mineral Society; Allen County Fairgrounds, 2727 Carroll Rd.; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $3, seniors $2, students $1, children under 12 and Scouts in uniform free; displays, working exhibits, silent auction, door prizes, fluorescent room, grab bags, kids' games, 13 dealers, school visits Fri. by appointment only; contact Michele Yamanaka, 4336 Charter Ln., Fort Wayne, IN 46815; e-mail: yamanakam@cs.com

17-19--FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA: 19th annual show, "Leaf Lookers Gemboree"; Gem & Mineral Society of Franklin; Macon County Community Bldg., U.S. 441 South; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $2, children under 12 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: www.franklin-chamber.com

17-19--VICTORIA, TEXAS: Show; Victoria Gem & Mineral Society; Victoria Community Center, 2905 E. North St.; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $2, children under 12 free; silent auction, wheel of fortune, working display, jewelry, rocks, minerals, fossils; contact Ken Lemke, (361) 575-5350; e-mail: klemke@vctx.org

18-19--BRISTOL, CONNECTICUT: 36th annual show; Bristol Gem & Mineral Club; Beals Community Center, 240 Stafford Ave.; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $4, seniors $3, children under 12 free; gems, jewelry, mineral specimens, crystals, hands-on educational exhibits, raffle, free children's games and activities; contact Dave Korzendorfer, (860) 651-9980; e-mail: bristolgem@hotmail.com; Web site: www.bristolgem.org

18-19--COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA: Show, "Great Lakes, Great Rocks 2008"; 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; exhibits, dealers, tailgate sales, kids' corner, programs, demonstrations; contact Alan Olson, (612) 729-8331, or Sandy Fuller; e-mail: rockbiz8@cs.com

18-19--JOHNSTOWN, NEW YORK: Show and sale; Fulton County Mineral Club; Johnstown Moose Lodge, Rte. 30A and Rte. 67; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; adults $2, students $1, children under 12 free; kids' mineral dig, door prizes; contact Chamber of Commerce, (800) 676-3858; e-mail: pllenroc@frontiernet.net

18-19--LEWISTON, IDAHO: Annual show; Hells Canyon Gem Club; Nez Pearce County Fair Grounds; Sat.10-6, Sun. 10-5; contact Jack Edwards, (509) 529-3673; e-mail: edwardsj@wwics.com

24-26--AUSTIN, TEXAS: Show, "Gem Capers 2008"; Austin Gem & Mineral Society; Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd.; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 10-6; Sun. 10-5; adults $5 (3-day pass $9), seniors $4 (3-day pass $7), ages 12-18 $1, ages 6-12 50 cents, children under 5 free; contact Susan Postlethwait, 6719 Burnet Ln., Austin, TX 78757, (512) 458-9546; e-mail: gemcapers@austin.rr.com; Web site: www. gemcapers.org

24-26--HARRISONBURG, VIRGINIA: 6th annual show, "Harrisonburg Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show"; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; Rockingham County Fairgrounds, Commercial Exhibits Bldg., 4808 S. Valley Pike (U.S. 11), between I-81 exit 240 and 243; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3, children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths from all over the U.S., gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral and fossil dealers, hourly door prizes, classes available; contact Van Wimmer, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

24-26--INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: 7th annual show, "GeoFest"; Indiana State Museum; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 11-4; dealers, regional clubs, and kids' activities; contact Peggy Fisherkeller, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204, (317) 232-7172; e-mail: pfisherkeller@dnr.in.gov; Web site: www.indianamuseum.org

24-26--PLEASANTON, CALIFORNIA: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

25--FAIRLESS HILLS, PENNSYLVANIA: Fluorescent mineral show, "Ultraviolation 2008"; Rock & Mineral Club of Lower Bucks County, PA; First United Methodist Church, 840 Trenton Rd.; Sat. 9–4; contact Chuck O'Loughlin, (856) 663-1383; e-mail: ultraviolation@yahoo.com

25-26--BELLEVUE, WASHINGTON: Show; Bellevue Rock Club; Vasa Park, 3560 W. Lake Sammamish Blvd. SE; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; contact Marjorie McKinley, P.O. Box 1851, Bellevue, WA 98009-1851; e-mail: bellevuerockclub@comcast.net

25-26--CANBY, OREGON: Show, "Earth's Hidden Treasures 2008"; Clackamette Mineral & Gem Club; Clackamas County Fairgrounds, 694 N.E. 4th Ave.; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; door prizes, demonstrations, silent auction, fluorescent show; contact Rick Mauer, 9878 S.W. Alsea Dr., Tualatin, OR 97062, (509) 691-6395; e-mail: tallerricardo@juno.com

25-26--EVANSVILLE, INDIANA: 42nd 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

25-26--LOS ALTOS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Peninsula Gem & Geology Society; Los Altos Youth Center, 1 San Antonio Rd.; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; adults $3, Juniors (12-18) $2, children under 12 free; dealers, lapidary, gems, minerals, fossils, exhibits; contact Stan Bogosian, (408) 568-2489; e-mail: sbogosian@aol.com; or Dave Muster, (408) 245-2180; e-mail: mustersgems@yahoo.com

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31-2--KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI: 28th annual retail and wholesale show; Shows of Integrity; MCC/BTC Exhibit Hall, 1775 Universal Ave., I-435 at Front St.; contact Judi Tripp, Shows of Integrity, 504 N. College St., McKinney, TX 75069, (972) 542-7370

31-2--MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA: 1st annual show, "Fall Martinsville Mineral & Jewelry Show"; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; National Guard Armory, 315 Commonwealth Blvd., across from Liberty Fair Mall; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; free admission; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths from all over the U.S., gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral and fossil dealers, hourly door prizes, classes available; contact Van Wimmer, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com


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NOVEMBER 2008:

1-2--EXTON, PENNSYLVANIA: 39th annual show, "Gemarama 2008"; "Gemstones of South America". Hours: Tuscarora Lapidary Society; CFS, The School at Church Farm, north side of Bus. Rte. 30, off Rte. 202, 0.5 mile west of Frazer; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; dealers, finished jewelry, cut and uncut stones, fossils, beads, tools, demonstrations, jewelry artistry, exhibits, children's activities, door prizes; contact Nancy Marks, (610) 331-2327; Web site: www.lapidary.org

7-9--EUGENE, OREGON: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; Lane County Events Center/Exhibit Hall, 796 W. 13th Ave.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

7-9--TULSA, OKLAHOMA: Rocky Mountain Federation show; Tulsa Rock & Mineral Society; Tulsa County Fairgrounds, 21st and Yale; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; adults $5 daily, $10 whole show, children under 12 free; dealers, competitive exhibits, working exhibits, special exhibits, programs, educational kids' area, door prizes, silent auction, grab bags, games, Editors' Breakfast and Awards Banquet Sat., Rollin' Rock Club meeting Sun., RMFMS Executive Committee meeting Fri., RMFMS Delegates meeting Sat., Oklahoma State Council meeting Sat.; contact Richard Jaeger, 3515 E. 88th St., Tulsa, OK 74137, (918) 481-0249; e-mail: RjgrSci@aol.com; Web site: www.TTownRockhound.org

8-9--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; free admission, dealers, children's activities, silent auction, raffle prizes, door prizes, displays; contact Tina Anderson, (360) 299-8224

14-16--CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA: 7th annual show, "Fall Charlottesville Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show"; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; National Guard Armory, 1640 Avon St. Extended, take I-64 exit 121 south, follow the signs; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; adults $3 (good all 3 days), children under 16 free; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths from all over the U.S., gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral and fossil dealers, hourly door prizes, classes available; contact Van Wimmer, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

14-16--MORGANTON, NORTH CAROLINA: 4th annual holiday show; Morganton Parks and Recreation Dept.; Collett Street Recreation Center, 300 Collett St.; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; adults $2, children $1; dealers, rocks, gems, minerals, school groups Fri., door prizes; contact Gary W. Leonhardt, P.O. Box 3448, Morganton, NC 28680, (828) 439-1866; e-mail: gleonhardt@ci.morganton.nc.us

14-16--TACOMA, WASHINGTON: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; Tacoma Dome/Exhibition Hall, 2727 E. "D" St.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com

21-23--PORTLAND, OREGON: Show, "Gem Faire"; Gem Faire Inc.; Oregon Convention Center/Exhibit Hall E, 777 NE MLK Jr. Blvd.; Fri. 12-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 weekend pass; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: www.gemfaire.com