Rock & Gem Show DatesJuly 2024 27-27—CANTON, SOUTH DAKOTA: Annual show; Sioux Empire Gem and Mineral Society; Bethany Reformed Church, 702 W 7th St; Sat. 10-5; Adults $2, Kids (12 and under) Free; contact Aletha Hoogeterp, (605) 987-2446; Email: ahoogeterp@iw.net 27-28—FREDERIC, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Indianhead Gem & Mineral Society; Frederic High School Gym, 1437 Clam Falls Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; 57th Annual Gem & Mineral Show. Door Prizes. Demonstrations of Cabbing, Faceting, Flint Knapping and Sphere Making. Agates, Minerals, Fossils, Gems and Jewelry on display and for sale. Lunch and sacks available by the 4-H Club; contact Roy Wickman, (715) 357-3223July 2024-August 2024 28-4—SPRUCE PINE, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Parkway Fire and Rescue; Parkway Fire and Rescue Event Grounds, 136 Majestic View; Sun. 9-6, Mon. 9-6, Tue. 9-6, Wed. 9-6; Free; Hours are from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily; contact Donna Collis, (828) 766-5492; Email: info@grassycreekgemshow.org; Website: grassycreekgenshow.orgAugust 2024 2-4—SARASOTA, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gem Shows; Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, 901 N Tamiami Trail; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Teens and Veterans $4, Children 12 and under Free, Admission good for all three days; 10,000 SF of fabulous vendors of Fine and Artisan Jewelry, Gemstones, Crystals, Minerals, Fossils, Beads and so much more! Something for everyone of all ages; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com 2-4—VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA: Retail show; Treasures of the Earth, Inc; Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, sixteen and under free; In addition to crystals, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads and pearls, there will be displays of Virginia rocks and minerals, lapidary arts demonstrations and geode cutting by the two Gem and Mineral societies of the area. A gemologist will also be available for appraisals; contact Ellen White, (804) 642-20; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com; Website: www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com 2-4—SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Scottish Rite Center, 6151 H St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 2-4—PRESCOTT VALLEY, ARIZONA: Annual show; Prescott Gem and Mineral Club; Findlay Toyota Center, 3201 N Main St; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Adults $5, Seniors, Vets, Students $4. Children under 12 FREE w/paid Adult; Over 65 vendors from the Southwest offering gem & mineral-related products, from slabs to fine jewelry, Kids area, demonstrations, raffle ; contact Dan Hunt; Email: danhunt0009@gmail.com; Website: prescottgemmineral.org 3-4—VERNAL, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival - A Rock, Mineral, Gem, and Crystal Show; Uintah Conference Center, 313 E 200 S; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free; Come shop, network, sign up for rockhounding trips, and meet mine owners, jewelry designers, lapidary artists, mineralogists, geologists, rockhounds and more! Find your happy place amongst rock-loving friends at The Crystal Festival. This is a FREE and FAMILY FRIENDLY rock and gem show; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org 3-5—ROSEVILLE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; The Roseville Rock Rollers Gem and Mineral Society; @the Grounds Roseville, 700 Event Center Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; General Admission $10, 12 and under Free; 62nd annual BIG show in AC event Center! Over 70+ vendors in/out: Crystals, Fossils, Minerals, Opal, Amethyst, Jewelry, Beads, Gemstones, Meteorites, Gold, Cabochons, Mineral ID, Rock Auctions, Educational Exhibits, Demonstrations, Fun for Kids, Raffle, Discount coupon on website, Parking $10; contact Gloria Marie, (916) 216-1114; Email: gloriarosevillerockrollers@gmail.com; Website: www.rockrollers.com/show.html 8-11—BUENA VISTA, COLORADO: Annual show; Buena Vista Contin-Tail Rock, Gem, and Mineral Show; Buena Vista Rodeo Grounds, Gregg Dr; daily 9-6; Free Admission, Free Parking, Family-Friendly; Visit the largest OUTDOOR mineral show in Colorado! Thursday 8/8 thru Sunday 8/11, 9 am – 6 pm daily Over 100 dealers with gems, minerals, jewelry, meteorites, moldavite cabochons, beads, fossils, petrified wood, slabs, rough, tools, & equipment; contact Rachel F; Email: bvrockshow@gmail.com; Website: www.bvrockshow.com 9-11—PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Puyallup Valley Gem & Mineral Club; Tacoma Sportsmans Club, 164709 Canyon Road East; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission; PVG&MC is hosting its 5th Gem Show in The Trees. Convenient parking is available. Vendors will be offering selections of crystals, minerals, fossils, beads, findings, lapidary equipment, cabochons, geodes, and jewelry, just to name a few things to add to your collection; contact Jillian Y Higgins, (253) 355-3146; Email: PGVAMC@gmail.com; Website: www.puyallupvalleygemandmineralclub.com/shows 15-18—WOODLAND PARK, COLORADO: Annual show; Kim and Bodie Packham; Ute Pass Saddle Club Grounds, 19250 East Highway 24; Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free; We have over 40 vendors with mineral specimens from all over the world. Many of the specimens are self-collected. We also have faceted stones, gold, silver, crystals, cabochons, fossils, petrified wood and local minerals! We have a kid's area and lots of free rock for kids; contact Kim Packham, (719) 360-9665; Email: wpgemshow@outlook.com; Website: www.woodlandparkrockandgemshow.com 16-18—LAKE GEORGE, COLORADO: Annual show; Lake George Gem & Mineral Club; Lake George CO, HWY 24 (East of the Post Office, 4 miles west of Florissant); daily 9-5; Free Admission & Parking; 30+ vendors with local specimens, rocks, minerals, fossils, gems, beads, jewelry, lapidary, kids activities & more; contact Carol Kinate, (749) 648-9015; Email: kinatec@aol.com; Website: www.lggmclub.org 16-18—LEBANON, PENNSYLVANIA: Wholesale and retail show; Mid-Atlantic Gem and Mineral Association/dba Gem Miner's Jubilee; Lebanon Valley Expo and Fairgrounds, 80 Rocherty Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $6; children under 12 free, discount coupons on website; The Gem Miner's Jubilee Show is an exhibition of beads, fine jewelry, gems, minerals, fossils, gift and craft items. Two Wholesale Trade rooms. In its 27th year. Free and handicapped parking; contact Teresa Schwab, (301) 807-97; Email: eventcoordinator@gem-show.com; Website: www.gem-show.com 16-18—SOUTH BEND, INDIANA: Annual show; Michiana Gem and Mineral Society; St Joseph County Fairgrounds, 5117 So Ironwood Road; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; $5 for adult/children 12 and under free; contact Ross Fergerson, (574) 850-6208; Email: rfergers@nd.edu; Website: mgms.org 16-18—SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 17-17—SHELTON, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Shelton Rock and Mineral Society; MCRA park, 2100 E John's Prairie Rd; Sat. 9-5; Free admission and parking; Rocks, minerals, fossils, rock crafts and equipment. Food concession, raffle, demos, display and games. Vendor spaces available; contact Susan Perrault, (360) 275-9432; Email: srms242@yahoo.com 17-18—RICE LAKE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Northwest Wisconsin Gem & Mineral Society; Barron County Fair Grounds - Youth Expo Center, 101 Short St. (On Hwy. 48 - North End of Rice Lake); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Door Prizes - Children's Activities & Children's Museum. Demonstrations & Displays. Museum quality minerals, specimens, Lake Superior agates, fossils, jewelry & more. Bring in your rocks, fossils, minerals, crystals, & artifacts for free identification. Lunch available for purchase; contact Roy Wickman, (715) 357-3223 23-25—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Cobb Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $8 Admission cash only at door; Select dealers selling exquisite jewelry, crystals, fossils, minerals, healing stones, gems, beads & so much more; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com 24-25—ELK MOUND, WISCONSIN: Rock Swap Meet; Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Town of Wheaton Ball Parks - South Field, 3900 38th Street; Sat. 8-4, Sun. 8-4; Free; Vendor Spots - 20' x 40' - $25.00 per day. Gems & Minerals & Rock Related Equipment. Make payment the dates of the show. Payable to: Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society. Rain or Shine! Something for everyone! Shop & Swap. No Overnight Camping. Food & drink available for purchase; contact Paul Tubbs, (715) 834-5747; Email: CVGMS2017@gmail.com 24-25—GARDINER, OREGON: Annual show; US Bead Warehouse; Oregon Coast School of Art, 325 High St; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $1 12 and older Free 12 and under; This is a family event! Everyone is welcome; contact Jennifer Brandenberger, (541) 997-0109; Email: usbeadwarehouse@gmail.com 24-25—CANTON, NEW YORK: Annual show; St. Lawrence County Rock & Mineral Club; The Canton Pavilion, 90 Lincoln St.; Sat. 9-4:30, Sun. 9-3; $4 Adults Children 12< free; Over 25 vendors. Free mineral kits for kids, both days Free kid's fluorescent mineral hunt Friday 8 PM Field collecting trip Saturday, 9 AM Free wire wrapping classes Sunday Amethyst Cathedral drawing 2 PM Sunday; contact William DeLorraine, (315) 775-6286; Email: WDELLIE@GMAIL.COM; Website: Stlawrencecountymineralclub.org 24-25—FREEPORT, NEW YORK: Show and sale; Kaleidoscope Gem Shows; Freeport Recreation Center, 130 E Merrick Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4:30; $6; $5 with this notice. Children under 12 free with adult; This show features dealers selling minerals, fossils, gemstones, jewelry, and beads. Come see our beautiful displays. Chat with the dealers about their items. Select incredible minerals and fossils as well as handcrafted silver and gold jewelry and also beautiful strands of beads; contact Evelyn Gose, (631) 271-8411; Email: evelyn_gose@kaleidoscopegemshows.com; Website: kaleidoscopegemshows.com 24-25—ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Pasadena Lapidary Society; Arcadia Masonic Center, 50 W. Duarte Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; Our 64th Annual Gem and Mineral Show with Dealers selling everything rock, gem, geology, lapidary and jewelry-related. Sand Scoop and Wheel of Fortune for the kids, grab bags, silent auction, demonstrations, minerals, gemstones and lapidary exhibits, prize raffle, snack bar; contact Marcia Goetz, (626) 260-7239; Email: marcia.pls.emails@gmail.com; Website: www.pasadenalapidary.org 24-25—EAST PEORIA, ILLINOIS: Show and sale; Geology Section of Peoria Academy of Science; EastSide Center, #1 EastSide Drive; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; Free Admission and Parking; 60th Annual Show Dealers of Gemstones, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry, Slabs, Carving and Knapping. Demonstrators of Fluorescent Minerals, Black light Display, Wire Wrapping, Geode Cracking, Cabochon Cutting and Polishing. Kid's area, Silent Auctions, Door Prizes, Mid-West Federation meeting; contact Sandi Lawson, Show Chair; Email: bixbite62@gmail.com; Website: www.pasgeology.com 24-25—SANDY, UTAH: Annual show; Crystal Festival - A Rock, Mineral, Gem, and Crystal Show; Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 State St; Sat. 10-8, Sat. 10-8; Free; Come shop, network, sign up for rockhounding trips, meet mine owners, jewelry designers, lapidary artists, mineralogists, geologists, rockhounds and more! Find your happy place amongst rock-loving friends at The Crystal Festival. This is a FREE and FAMILY FRIENDLY rock and gem show; contact Adrienne McElwain, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org 24-25—HONOLULU, HAWAII: Annual show; Rock & Mineral Society of Hawaii; Hyatt Regency Waikiki, 2424 Kalakaua Ave; Sat. 10-7, Sun. 9-5; FREE; This show is organized and hosted by the Rock & Mineral Society of Hawai’i and features 100% local vendors. As always our Hawaiʻi Rock and Mineral Shows are open to the public with free admission. Validated ($10) hotel parking for show attendees. A showcase of Hawaiian minerals will be on display; contact Matthew Martin; Email: info@naturalhistorylab.com; Website: http://rockandmineralsocietyofhawaii.orgAugust 2024-September 2024 29-1—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Annual show; JOGS Tucson Fall Gem & Jewelry Show; Tucson Expo Center, 750 E Irvington Rd; daily 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Registered Buyers: FREE - General Admission: $20 - Proof of Military: FREE - Children: No children under 14 admitted; The JOGS Gem & Jewelry Show, one of the largest trade shows in the Americas, in the fall of 2023. This highly anticipated event is the perfect opportunity for manufacturers, wholesalers, and brands to showcase their latest designs and products during a critical buying and restocking season; contact Yelena Masenko, (213) 629-3030; Email: advertising@jogsshow.com; Website: www.jogsshow.com 30-1—ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gemshows; The Coliseum, 535 4th Avenue N; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Teens and Veterans $4, Children 12 and under Free. Admission good for all three days; Over 15,000 SF of Fabulous vendors in a spectacular historical setting! Fine and Artisan Jewelers, Gemstones, Crystals, Minerals, Beads, Fossils and so much more! Bench jeweler, geodes, something for everyone; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com 30-1—COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 30-2—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Retail show; Treasures of the Earth, Inc; North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5, Mon. 10-4; Adults $8, sixteen and under free; There will be jewelry of all types, custom faceted-gemstones, beads, crystals, minerals, and fossils. A wire-wrapper will be present to design jewelry and wrap stones on site; contact Ellen White, (804) 642-2011; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com; Website: www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com 30-2—HENDERSONVILLE, NORTH DAKOTA: Annual show; Henderson County Gem and Mineral Society; Whitmire Activity Center, 310 Lily Pond Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6, Mon. 10-5; $5 children under 12 free with adult; Exhibits, demos. vendors, refreshments and hourly door prizes; contact Diane M Lapp, (828) 775-8098; Email: dlapp_2000@yahoo.com; Website: HCGMS.com 31-1—HANFORD, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; WonderVision Wellness; Hanford Civic Center, 400 N Douty St; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Community Event, Families, Adults, Seniors, Children; 9th Annual Hanford Gem & Mineral Show. Labor Day Weekend 2024 Diverse and knowledgeable Vendors who provide an educational experience of Gems and Minerals, Fossils. This year we will have amazing local Artists and Healers who share their knowledge with us. Outdoor Food Trucks and Music; contact Michelle Rowsey, (559) 509-9484; Email: wondervisionwellness@gmail.com; Website: wondervisionwellness.com 31-1—FT. WORTH, TEXAS: Annual show; CERA Gem Mineral and Glass Club; CERA, 3300 Bryant Irvin Rd; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission & Parking; The Panther City Expo will showcase all manor of handmade Jewelry, Metalsmithing, Glass works, Rough minerals and slabs, fossils and related arts and crafts. There will be demonstrations, silent auction and a bake sale; contact Carla Lacey, (682) 552-0155; Email: laceycarla123@gmail.com; Website: www.facebook.com/CERAfortworth; https://cera-fw.org/gem-mineral-glass/home/registration/September 2024 6-8—WINSTON-SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; The Forsyth Gem & Mineral Club, Inc; Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Education Building, 412 27th Street NW; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Adults $ 3 - Children thru grade 12 free with accompanying adult - school groups contact show chairman for group info; Information can also be found on our Facebook page - Forsyth Gem, Mineral, Fossil, Jewelry Show; contact W. Arvil Marion - Show Chairman; Email: mariona1@yadtel.net; Website: www.forsythgemclub.com 6-8—BOWLING GREEN, OHIO: Annual show; Toledo Gem and Rockhound Club; Wood County Fairgrounds Pratt Pavilion, 13800 W Poe Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $6 per person, 12 and under Free, Scouts in Uniform Free, $12 for 3-day Pass; Largest Gem and Mineral Show in Northwest Ohio. Over 30,000sf of fabulous vendors, displays, club activities, children’s area and more. Door Prizes, Scholarship Raffle. Free Parking Discount coupon available on Facebook page; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: jheerx6@aol.com; Website: Rockyreader.com 6-8—GREENFIELD, INDIANA: Annual show; 500 Earth Sciences Club; Hancock County 4-H Fairgrounds, 620 N. Apple Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission and Parking; 47th Annual Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show. Dealers in Fossils, Minerals, Gems and Jewelry. Silent Auctions, Door Prizes and Much, Much More. Children’s Area; contact Brian Mercer, (317) 459-1572; Email: bkremercer@gmail.com; Website: 500earthsciencesclub.org 6-8—IRONDALE, ALABAMA: Annual show; Alabama Mineral and Lapidary Society; Irondale Civic Center, 3521 Ratliff Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5, Teens $3, 12 and under Free; Visiting artists and collectors are featured at 100-plus tables; contact Rhonda Jordan , (205) 542-7054; Email: info@lapidaryclub.com; Website: www.lapidaryclub.com 7-8—NEW MILFORD, CONNECTICUT: Annual show; Danbury Mineralogical Society, Inc; New Milford High School, 388 Danbury Road (Rt 7); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Admission CASH only: $5 adults, $4 seniors and full time-students w/ID. Free admission for kids 11 and under and Scouts in uniform; Hourly door prizes, Grand prize drawn at end of show. Grab bags, club info, display cases, specimen identification; contact Elizabeth A Triano; Email: lizziewriter@comcast.net 7-8—ORLANDO, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society, Inc; Florida National Guard Armory, 2809 S. Fern Creek Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Adults $6, Kids $3, Scouts in uniform Free; Vendors offering rocks, gemstones, fossils, etc. Silent auction, door prizes, demonstrations and family activities; contact Salvatore Sanson, (321) 278-9294; Email: ssfossilhunter@aol.com; Website: http://www.cfmgs.org 7-8—ORLANDO, FLORIDA: Annual show; Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society; National Guard Armory, 2809 S Ferncreek Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Adults 16 and up $6, Kids 6-15 $3; We will have Lapidary demonstrations, Door Prizes, Silent Auctions, and Kids Activates. Please visit the vendor tables to purchase any minerals, gemstones, unique beads, handmade jewelry, crystals, etc; contact Salvatore; Email: ssfossilhunter@aol.com; Website: www.cfmgs.org 7-8—FRYEBURG, MAINE: Annual show; Saco Valley Gem and Mineral Club; Fryeburg Fairground, Route 5; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $4 adults, $2 seniors, children under 12 free; Mineral Dealers, Gems, Crystals, Fossils and Jewelry. Games, Demos, Door Prizes and Raffles. Silent Auctions all day. Maine Mineral Museum display - Hold the Moon and Mars; contact Bob York; Email: quartzhunter@aol.com 7-8—ORLANDO, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society, Inc; Florida National Guard Armory, 2809 S. Fern Creek Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Adults $6, Kids $3, Scouts in uniform Free; Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society, Inc., a non-profit 501(C)3 educational organization is hosting a Rock, Mineral, Gem, Jewelry & Fossil Show with Vendors offering rocks, minerals, gemstones, fossils, beads, jewelry, artifacts, etc. Silent auction, door prizes and demonstrations; contact Salvatore Sansone, (321) 278-9294; Email: ssfossilhunter@aol.com; Website: www.cfmgs.org 13-15—HOLLAND, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Tulip City Gem & Mineral Club; Soccer Stop, 5 River Hills Dr; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-5; Adults: $5; contact William McDonald III 14-14—ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Rock River Valley Gem and Mineral Society; A-American Companies, 1665 Elmwood Rd; Sat. 9:30-3:30; Free admission and free parking; Outdoor event. Rain or shine. Rocks, minerals, fossils and jewelry. Kid’s activities. Spaces 10 ft. x 10 ft. $25 each; contact Dave Reese; Email: rrvgms@gmail.comOctober 2024 2-6—JOSHUA TREE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Joshua Tree Gem & Mineral Show; Joshua Tree Lake RV & Campground, 2601 Sunfair Rd; Wed. 9-5, Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5; Family Fun, Free Admission & Parking; contact Bill Sherwood, (760) 218-6137; Email: socaldesert@yahoo.com; Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1620716395007100 4-6—ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Jay Penn; Expo NM State Fairgrounds, 300 San Pedro NE; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission; At Expo NM State Fairgrounds in the Creative Arts Bldg. Enter at Gate 3 @ 300 San Pedro and Copper. 70 dealers, mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, cabochons, beads; contact Jay Penn, (505) 883-4195; Email: jaypenn246@gmail.com; Website: abqfallshow.wix.com/abq-fall-show 4-6—PLANT CITY, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gem Shows; Sadye Gibbs Community Center, 1601 E Dr MLK Jr Drive; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Teens and Veterans $4, Children 12 and under Free, Admission good for all three days; 15,000 SF of fabulous vendors of Fine and Artisan Jewelry, Gemstones, Crystals, Beads, Rocks and Specimens, Fossils and so much more! Find something for everyone! Bench Jeweler, Geodes, Grand Prize Drawing; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com 4-6—VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA: Retail show; Treasures of the Earth, Inc; Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, sixteen and under free; In addition to crystals, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads and pearls, there will be displays of Virginia rocks and minerals, lapidary arts demonstrations and geode cutting by the two Gem and Mineral societies of the area. A gemologist will also be available for appraisals; contact Ellen White, (804) 642-2011; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com; Website: www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com 4-6—SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Scottish Rite Center, 6151 H St; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 5-6—EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Worthen Earth Searchers; Rock Island County Fairgrounds, 4200 Archer Drive; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; $1, children under 12 are free; Over 30 indoor and outdoor vendors offering handcrafted jewelry, rocks, gems, fossils and minerals. Enjoy our great raffles and famous silent auction! Look for our vendors providing wire-wrapping and gem setting while you wait, holistic healing stones, a gem mining sluice and geode cracking; contact Mike Shumate, (217) 219-2315; Email: cc31068@yahoo.com; Website: worthenearthsearchers.org 5-6—SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS: Annual show; LOESS Lincoln Orbit Earth Science Society; James Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $2, Seniors and students $1, Children under 12 free; Large Children Section with build a rock collection and other activities. Silent Auction, Door prizes, Dealer with Geode Cracking. The exploration journey requires sign-up; contact Ed Wagner, Show Chairman, (309) 838-7782; Email: LOESSpresident@gmail.com; Website: www.loess.org/ 5-6—JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Rock River Valley Geological Society; Jefferson County Fair Park, 503 N. Jackson Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Freewill Offering; Demonstrations Lapidary and Wire wrapping. Children's Activity Area. Mineral, Fossil, Gemstone and Jewelry Dealers; contact Steven Streich, (608) 655-1011; Email: srockshop@gmail.com; Website: www.stevensrockshop.com 5-6—PORT MOODY, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Port Moody Rock & Gem Club; Kyle Centre, 125 Kyle Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Admission is by donation; Dealers, displays, demonstrations and games for the kids including spin & win and gem panning; contact Andrew Danneffel; Email: adanneffel@atomation.com; Website: www.portmoody.rocks 5-6—RALSTON, NEBRASKA: Annual show; Nebraska Mineral and Gem Club; Liberty First Credit Union Arena Banquet Hall, 7300 Q St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; adults $6, students 12-18 and Seniors $4, under 12 free; Demonstrations & Dealers, Kids Activities, Displays. Check out the Gems & Jewelry, Fossils & Minerals, Rock Paintings and Carvings, Rough rock, slabs and tumbling mix. Proceeds go to help college geology students with field camps; contact Tammy Jeanneret, (402) 873-6515; Email: tjeanneret@hughes.net; Website: nerockgem.org 5-6—SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Lincoln Orbit Earth Science Society (LOESS); Orr Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, 6 4H Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $2 for adults, $1 for seniors, kids 12 and under free; We have a wide range of dealers, demonstrators, exhibits, kid's activities (fossil dig, spin and win, touch and feel, egg carton collection), silent auction, Springfield Maker Space, flint knapping, geode cracking, concessions, and much more. We also have our very own escape room; contact Mary Boesdorfer, (217) 414-0033; Email: loesspublicity@gmail.com; Website: www.loess.org 5-6—CABOT, ARKANSAS: Annual show; Central Arkansas Gem, Mineral and Geology Society; Veterans Park Event Center, 508 North Lincoln Street; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; 13 and over $3 per day, Scouts in uniform free; contact Barbara Champagne, , (501) 258-2576; Email: barbara.champagne@live.com; Website: www.centralarrockhound.org 11-13—PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gem Shows; Central Panhandle Fairgrounds, 2230 15th St; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Teens and Veterans $4, Children 12 and under Free, Admission good for all three days; About 10,000 SF of Fabulous vendors of Fine and Artisan Jewelry, Gemstones, Crystals, Specimens, Beads, Rough Rock and Fossils and so much more! Something for everyone; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com 11-13—WARREN, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Michigan Mineralogical Society; Macomb Community College Sports & Expo Center, 14500 E. 12 Mile Rd; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-5; Adults $8; Seniors $5; Children $5; Free for Veterans; The 79th Annual Greater Detroit Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show offers free parking, free lectures, 70+ dealers; free mineral ID, first 200 attendees each day receive free fossil, free panning for gold for children, $1 grab bags, fossil dig for children; contact David Lurie, (248) 224-0752; Email: dlurie2001@comcast.net; Website: www.michmin.org/show-info 11-13—HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA: Annual show; Huntsville Gem & Mineral Society; Jaycee Community Center, 1280 Airport Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $3, Weekend $5, Kids $1 or free, Free Parking; Precious and semiprecious stones, beads, fossils, minerals, custom jewelry, art objects, and lapidary materials and equipment of every type and price. Kid's educational opportunities, hands-on activities, mining flume, fossil hunt, geode cracking. Displays, drawings, Food service; contact Lowell Zoller, (256) 534-8803; Email: Lzol@comcast.net; Website: www. huntsvillegms.org 11-13—BUCKEYE, ARIZONA: Annual show; West Valley Rock and Mineral Club/10th Annual Helzarockin'; Buckeye Equestrian & Events Center, 10300 S Miller Road; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-2; Adults $4, kids under 13 free; rocks, gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, slabs, cabs, scavenger hunt, rock painting, gold panning, food & drink vendors, FREE PARKING; contact Nikolle Dougherty, (619) 277-6268; Email: Nwertel@yahoo.com; Website: Westvalleymineral@gmail.com 11-13—LOGAN, UTAH: Annual show; Cache Rock and Gem Club; Cache County Event Center, 450 S 500 W; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; Adults $3, Families $10, 12 and under free; Our show has Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Jewelry, Displays, Educational Exhibits, Demonstrators, Supplies, Vendors, Fabulous Fluorescence and Door prizes. Activities for the kids include: Wheel of Fortune, Mystery Bags and Gem Hunt; contact Brett Fonnsbeck; Email: crgc.showmanager@gmail.com; Website: cacherockandgemclub.com 11-13—MOUNT IDA, ARKANSAS: Annual show; Mount Ida Gem, Mineral & Craft Show; Outdoor Show in the Triangle field, 1210 Hwy 270 E; Fri. 11-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free Admission and Parking; "Quartz Capital Of the World", Gemstones, Crystals, Mineral Specimens from Around the World, Fossils, Hand Crafted Jewelry, Lapidary, Home Made Jellies, Arts & Crafts, Food Vendors, Dig Piles for The Kids to Find their Own Treasures for Free Vending Opportunity Available Outdoor Event; contact Chris Wood, (870) 490-2997; Email: bearisgrateful@gmail.com 11-13—COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 12-13—FAIRFIELD, IOWA: Show and sale; Sac & Fox Lapidary Club; Jefferson County Fair Grounds, 2606 W Burlington Ave; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free admission; Fossil dig for kids; contact Steve Mitchell; Email: Mitchell1972@comcast.net 12-13—REDWOOD CITY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Peninsula Gem and Geology Society and the Sequoia Gem and Mineral Society; Community Activities Building, 1400 Rosevelt Avenue; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $5, children under 12 Free; Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Gems, Jewelry, Beads, Demonstrations, Kids Activities; contact Cliff Imprescia; Email: cci@pacbell.net 12-13—SIERRA VISTA, ARIZONA: Annual show; Huachuca Mineral & Gem Club, Inc; The Mall at Sierra Vista, 2200 El Mercado Loop; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; 50th Annual Show! Geode sales and cutting; Displays of fluorescent minerals, minerals of Arizona, and fossils of Cochise County; contact Maudie E. Bailey, (520) 249-1541; Email: gmbailey@msn.com; Website: hmgc.site/ 12-13—TEMPLE, TEXAS: Annual show; Tri-City Gem and Mineral Society; Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center, 3301 N. 3rd Street; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 Adults, $3 13-17 years, children free when with adult or guardian; Vendors galore with a wide variety of rough, slabs, fossils, jewelry, rock-related clothing, rock lamps. New children's activities based on our theme, "ROCK RUSTLERS," wear western stuff; contact Lois Ruth Rolston, (254) 718-2559; Email: lrolston@hot.rr.com 12-13—REDWOOD CITY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Sequoia Gem & Mineral Society and Peninsula Gem and Geology Society; Redwood City Community Activities Building, 1400 Roosevelt Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $5 and kids under 12 are free; Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Crystals, Beads, Gems and Jewelry, Educational Demonstrations and Free Rocks for Kids; contact Cathy Phalan, (650) 743-7447; Email: catphalen@comcast.net; Website: sequoiagemandmineralsociety.org. OR Pggs.org 12-13—SIGNAL HILL, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Long Beach Mineral and Gem Society; Signal Hill Public Library, 1800 E Hill Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Vendors, Displays and Lapidary Demonstrations, Kid's Activities, Raffle and more; contact Karin Alvarez, (562) 253-1390; Email: lbmineralgemsociety@gmail.com; Website: lbmineralgem.org 12-13—TOPEKA, KANSAS: Annual show; The Topeka Gem & Mineral Society; Stormont Vail Event Agricultural Hall, 17th & Topeka Blvd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adult $6, Students (13-17) $2, Child under 13 with Adult FREE Coupon $1 off available. Cash only at door; Vendors, Demonstrations, Silent Auctions, Raffle, Juniors area, Speakers, Lots of activities for children; contact Millie Mowrey, (785) 267-2849; Email: rock2plate@aol.com; Website: www.topekagms.org 18-20—DANVILLE, INDIANA: Annual show; Indianapolis Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show; Hendricks County Fairgrounds, 1900 East Main Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; 18 and older: $8, 11-17: $2, 10 and under: Free; Featuring the finest Gems, Minerals, Jewelry, Fossils, Meteorites and Beads from Around The World; contact Alan Koch; Email: agmjs3@gmail.com; Website: www.americangemshow.com 18-20—PEARBLOSSOM, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Pearblossom Gem Show; The Outpost, 34141 116th St E; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission; Come on out and discover 20+ vendors. Everything from Gems, Minerals, Crystals, Fossils, Cabochons, Slabs, Sterling Silver, Lapidary Tools & Supplies, Handmade Jewelry and so much more; contact Kyle Sandahl, (661) 998-9389; Email: Ksandahl24@gmail.com; Website: Facebook.com/138outpost 18-20—MASON, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Central Michigan Lapidary & Mineral Society (Lansing, Michigan area club); Ingham County Fairgrounds, Main Arena, 700 East Ash Street; Fri. 1-7, Sat. 10-6; Adults $5, Teens $3, 12 and under FREE with Adult paid admission, Scouts in uniform FREE; Displays, Demonstrators, Dealers, Silent Auction. Raffle, Hourly Door Prizes, Children's Rock & Fossil Table, Children's FREE Craft Table, FREE Parking, ATM Available, (Note...$1 off admission with coupon on club website; contact Ruth Ann Lehner, (517) 643-44; Email: Geacie48@gmail.com; Website: www.MichRocks.Org 18-20—AUSTIN, TEXAS: Annual show; Austin Gem and Mineral Society (AGMS); Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, Seniors and Military ID $7, Ages 13-18 $2, Children ages 12 and under free; Over 30 vendors of jewelry, beads, gemstones, minerals, crystals, fossils & spheres. Exhibits, Silent auction Sat & Sun, demos in faceting, cabbing, and wire wrapping. Theme is Turquoise. For $1 each: Gem Mine, Wheel of Fortune or Jewelry Making. Door prizes Sat and Sun. Grand Prizes Sun; contact Laird Fowler, (512) 458-9546; Email: showchariman@austingemandmineral.org; Website: www.agms-tx.orOctober 2024-November 2024 31-3—SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; JOGS Sand Diego Gem & Jewelry Show; San Diego Convention Center, 111 Harbor Dr; daily 10-5, Sun. 9-3; Registered Buyers: FREE - General Admission - $20 - Proof of Military: FREE - Children: No Children under 14 will be admitted; JOGS San Diego Gem & Jewelry Trade Show is the leading West Coast gem and jewelry trade event perfectly timed for buyers looking to restock for the busy holiday season; contact Yelena Masenko, (213) 629-3030; Email: advertising@jogsshow.com; Website: https://jogsshow.com/November 2024 1-3—LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Show and sale; Southern Nevada Gem & Mineral Society; Santa Fe Hotel & Casino, 4949 North Rancho Dr; Fri. 1-7, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Adults $10, Accompanied children under 18 are Free; The Viva Las Vegas Rocks show will feature spectacular rocks, minerals, handmade jewelry, and education. There will be kid’s activities, displays, demonstrations, vendor booths, silent auctions and door prizes; contact Orville Weimers, (702) 243-2477; Email: SNGMSshowchair@gmail.com; Website: www.SNVGMS.org 1-3—EUGENE, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Lane Events Center, 796 W 13th Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 2-3—OAKS, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Tuscarora Lapidary Society; The Greater Philadelphia EXPO Center, 100 Station Avenue; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $6, Children under 12 years $1, 2-day adult tickets $9. Boy/Girl Scouts in uniform with adult Scoutmaster admitted free; 2024 will be the 55th year that Tuscarora Lapidary Society hosts its annual fine gem, jewelry and mineral show Gemarama. This show features many vendors, educational and competitive exhibit cases, a lapidary arts demonstration area and children's activities; contact Linda Green; Email: tuscaroralapidary@gmail.com; Website: www.lapidary.org 2-3—AMARILLO, TEXAS: Annual show; Golden Spread Gem, Mineral & Treasure Society; Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Admission $5 Adults, under 13, first responders and Boy Scouts in uniform get in Free; Golden Spread Gem, Mineral & Treasure Society 62nd Annual Show, Hourly Door prizes, Grand Prize and Silent Auction; contact Shanna Smith, (806) 570-7550; Email: ss3762@yahoo.com; Website: goldenspreadgemmineraltreasuresociety.com 2-3—SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; San Diego Mineral & Gem Society; Liberty Station Conference Center, 2600 Laning Rd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission and Free Parking; We have 20 plus dealers with unique mineral specimens, quality gems (rough, cut, loose, and set in fine silver or gold), and fossils from around the world. There's a kid's zone, showcase displays and demonstrations as well as FREE gem and mineral ID (limit 10 minerals). Only Service Animals Allowed; contact LuAnn H Benton, (858) 945-4762; Email: luannz@att.net 8-10—GRAY, TENNESSEE: Annual show; Kingsport Gems & Minerals Club; Appalachian Fairgrounds, Building #1, 100 Lakeview Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; $3 for adults & $1 for students, Children 6 & under free; contact Gene Backlund; Email: nrgdad@gmail.com; Website: www.facebook.com/kgmsociety/ 8-10—PUYALLUP, WASHINGTON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Washington State Fair Events Center, 110 9th Ave SW; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 9-10—MELBOURNE, FLORIDA: Retail show; Canaveral Mineral and Gem Society; Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5. Under 13 is free. $1 off coupon available on website; Retail sales show. Finished jewelry, gemstones, minerals, fossils, crystals, jewelry-making supplies, and more. Just in time for holiday shopping. Fun for all ages. Bring the kids to "Bea's Kidz Digs" to experience rock hounding and take home a souvenir; contact Stacey Marmolejo, (651) 492-1053; Email: paradeofgems.melbourne@gmail.com; Website: https://www.canaveral-mgs.com 9-10—ANSONIA, CONNECTICUT: Annual show; East Coast Gem & Mineral Society; Emmett Obrien Technical High School, 141 Prindle Avenue; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; $6 adults, $3 Veterans, Kids under 12 are Free with paying adult; *Admission $5 if you like/follow our FB, or Instagram or RSVP to our events page *Dealers we may have a few booths left. *Join us for “Let’s ROCK Southern CT” Crystal, Fossil, Gem, Jewelry, Lapidary, Metaphysical, & Mineral Show. Kids workshop is no charge they will reveal crystals to have; contact Crystal Moon, (203) 581-3691; Email: info@eastcoastgemandmineralsociety.org; Website: eastcoastgemandmineralsociet28.godaddysites.com/ 9-10—FREEPORT, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Northwest Illinois Rock Club; Fraternal Order of Eagles / Freeport Aerie #679, 1200 West Galena Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free admission for all; 10-11 different vendors. Club Table. Kid's Area. Geode cracking (buy one or bring your own). Demonstrators include: gem tree making, flint knapping, wire wrapping, cabbing. Food and ATM available on-site. Kids can earn $1 to spend at the show. Easy access and parking; contact Brian Green; Email: bgreen57@hotmail.com; Website: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087039216386 15-17—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Retail show; Treasures of the Earth, Inc; North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, sixteen and under free; There will be jewelry of all types, custom faceted-gemstones, beads, crystals, minerals, and fossils. A wire-wrapper will be present to design jewelry and wrap stones on site; contact Ellen White, (804) 642-2011; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com; Website: www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com 15-17—LEBANON, PENNSYLVANIA: Wholesale and retail show; Mid-Atlantic Gem and Mineral Association/dba Gem Miner's Holiday Show; Lebanon PA Expo and Fairgrounds, 80 Rocherty Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-4; $6; children under 12 free. Discount coupon on website; The Gem Miner's Holiday Show is an exhibition of beads, fine jewelry, gems, minerals, fossils, gift and craft items. Two Wholesale Trade rooms. Hourly and Grand Prize Drawings. In its 17th year. Free and handicapped parking; contact Teresa Schwab, (301) 807-97; Email: eventcoordinator@gem-show.com; Website: www.gem-show.com 15-17—HILLSBORO, OREGON: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Westside Commons, 801 NE 34th Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 22-24—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Cobb County Gem and Mineral Society; Cobb County Civic Center, 548 South Maqrietta Parkway SE; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free; Free admission and parking! Hourly door prizes! Over 30 dealers! We'll have display cases by gem club members, lapidary demonstrations of gem and mineral polishing, grab bags, silent auctions, geode cracking, and mineral ID classes; contact Jim Haege, (770) 689-9376; Email: jim@planetaryparts.com; Website: www.ccgms.org 22-24—COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA: Annual show; The Columbia, SC Gem & Mineral Society; Jamil Shrine Temple, 206 Jamil Road; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5; $7 for adults, Twelve & under free. All military & their dependents free with ID Card; Jewelry, beads, loose stones, fossils, minerals, gold, silver and tools for sale. Geodes sold & cut. Club member’s rock collections on exhibit & lapidary demonstrations. South Carolina amethyst on display; contact Sue Shrader, (803) 736-9317; Email: sue_shrader@mindspring.com; Website: www.cgms.rocks 23-24—BREMERTON, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Kitsap Mineral & Gem Society; Kitsap Fairgrounds & Event Center, 1250 NW Fairgrounds Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Free admission; Come for our Silent Auction, Junior's Activity tables, Demonstrators, Raffle Prizes and so much more; contact Danielle Foss; Email: kmgsfallshow@gmail.com; Website: www.kmgsrockclub.com 23-24—MESQUITE, TEXAS: Annual show; Dallas Gem and Mineral Society; Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Drive; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adult-$8, Kids to 12-$4, Family of 4-$20, Vets/Teachers/with ID-$5, Scouts in Uniform-Free; Grand Prize- Silent Auction - Wheel of Fortune - Kids Mine - Raffles - Fluorescent Display - Demonstrations. Free Parking - over 40 vendors - www.facebook.com/dallasgemandmineralsociety; contact Diana Case, (469) 688-4057; Email: dgmscontracts@yahoo.com; Website: dallasgemandmineral.org 23-24—LAKESIDE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; El Cajon Valley Gem and Mineral Society; Lakeside Rodeo Grounds, 12584 Mapleview St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free Admission and Parking; Gems, Minerals, Fossils, jewelry, Beads and craft vendors. Huge raffle. Kids activities, fun for the whole family; contact Cheryl Boney, (619) 277-4981; Email: cherylboney@yahoo.com; Website: ECVGMS.ORG 23-24—FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA: Annual show; The Northern Virginia Mineral Club Inc; George Mason University Campus, Johnson Center, ; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Admission: Adults $6, Seniors (65+) $4, Teens (13-17) $3, Children 12 and under accompanied by a adult are FREE, Scouts in Uniform are FREE; 32nd Annual Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show. Approximately 20 dealers with Gems, Minerals & Fossils for sale. Demonstrations, Exhibits, Kids Activities and Door Prizes. Silent Auction on Sunday. Use GMU's Parking Lot A, enter Lot A where adjacent to the Johnson Center; contact Tom Taaffe; Email: rockcllctr@gmail.com; Website: website: www.novamineralclub.org 23-24—WEBSTER, MASSACHUSETTS: Annual show; Worcester Mineral Club; St Joseph School Nowak Gymnasium, 50 Lincoln St; Sat. 9-4, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, Seniors & Students $5, 12 & under Free, Scouts in uniform free; 20 + Vendors, Mineral Identification, Faceting Demo, Cabochon Demo, Slab Cutting Demo, Wire Wrapping Demo, Raffles, Hourly Door Prizes, Educational Displays, Geode Splitting, free grab bags for children and much more; contact Darlene Fohlin WMC Show Chairperson , (860) 428-4148; Email: Hunzo.dgf@gmail.com; Website: Worcestermineralclub.org 23-24—WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Gem and Mineral Society of the Palm Beaches; Expo Center East, South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults/Seniors one day $10, two days $15, Children under 12 are free; The 57th annual Gem, Mineral, Bead, Jewelry and Fossil Show. Features include over 80 dealers offering a wide range of items. Fine Jewelry, Southwestern Native American Jewelry, bead jewelry, loose beads, rocks and minerals for collecting, loose gemstones, settings, fossils. Good prices on jewelry; contact Arlene Lazzard, (561) 585-2080; Email: show@gmspb.org; Website: https://gmspb.orgDecember 2024 6-8—DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $8 Admission cash only at door; Select dealers selling exquisite jewelry, crystals, fossils, minerals, healing stones, gems, beads & so much more; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com 6-8—COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. For more info, visit www.gemfaire.com or call (503) 252-8300 or email: info@gemfaire.com; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.com 7-8—BARSTOW, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mojave Desert Gem and Mineral Society; Cora Harper Community and Fitness Center, 841 Barstow Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free admission; Free parking; contact Judith Livingston, (760) 617-5300; Email: j.livingston1950@yahoo.com; Website: mdgms.net 13-15—SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals, fashion accessories & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: http://www.gemfaire.comFebruary 2025-July 2023 22-30—VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Vallejo Gem and Mineral Society; Solano County CA Fairgrounds, 900 Fairgrounds Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $6 children under 11 free; contact Brian Garber, (707) 410-7899; Email: Bgarber101@aol.com; Website: Vjgems.com 28-2—ATHENS, GEORGIA: Annual show; Southeastern Mineral Specimens; The Classic Center, Grand Hall 8, 300 N. Thomas St; Thu. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $10 Adults, kids 12 and under free! Wristband good for all three days; Open to the public, 25 vendors from the US and internationally, everything geological- Minerals, fossils, gems $ jewelry, meteorites, lapidary, spheres, and more; contact Mark E. P. Woods, (706) 296-9467; Email: imineral@bellsouth.net; Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/854813666398350March 2025 1-2—ANTHEM, ARIZONA: Annual show; Daisy Mountain Rock and Mineral Club; Anthem School, 41020 N Freedom Way; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5, Seniors, Vets and Students $4, Children under 12 Free; Vendos Included: Rocks, Minerals, Crystals, Slabs, Jewelry, Beads. Kids Corner, Raffle; contact Tiffany Poetsch; Email: dmrmclub@gmail.com; Website: www.dmrmc.com 14-16—ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Abq. Gem & Mineral Club; Expo NM State Fairgrounds, 300 San Pedro NE; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Fri $2, Sat & Sun $5, kids under 13 are free; 50 dealers, mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, cabochons, beads, fossils, petrified wood, tools, equipment. Door prizes, silent auctions, junior table, displays; contact Roy McKinney, (505) 715-1038; Email: show-chair@agmc.info; Website: www.agmc.info 21-23—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Cobb Civic Center, 548 S Marietta Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $8 Admission (Cash Only at the Door); Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gems, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.comJune 2025 6-8—DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $8 Admission (Cash Only at the Door); Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gems, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.comDecember 2025 5-7—DULUTH, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Gas South Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $8 Admission (Cash Only at the Door); Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gems, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com |