#Gemshows Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Shows – May 2015

by Robyn Hawk on May 4, 2015

The stunning Gem Art of Mike Woodward
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May 2015


6-10FRANKLIN, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Damian BellGali, Echo Valley Show Place (across from GLW); 6456 Sylva Rd. (across from GLW); Wed. 9 am-5 pm, Thu. 9 am-5 pm, Fri. 9 am-5 pm, Sat. 9 am-5 pm; Admission is Free; Wholesale and retail dealers from around the world selling minerals , fossil, gem, and rough rock; open to the public Sunday hours 9-4pm; contact Damian Bellgali, (678) 852-8273; e-mail: mandybelghali@yahoo.com

7-9LOGAN , UTAH: Annual show; Cache Rock and Gem Club, Bridgerland Applied Tech. School; 1000 West 1400 North; Thu. 10 am-8 pm, Fri. 10 am-8 pm, Sat. 9 am-6 pm; Admission is Free!; See rocks, minerals, fossils, displays, educational exhibits, and hands-on demonstrations. Over 40 vendors. ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS: Wheel of Fortune, Mystery Bags, and Treasure Hunt. For groups of 20 or more, please contact Shawndra at: calandshawn@gmail.com or call (435) 760-1921. FREE ADMISSION!; contact Craig Stewart, 583 Harmony Place, Brigham City, UT 84302, (435) 730-5556; e-mail: candmstewart@msn.com; Web site: cacherockandgemclub.weebly.com/annual-rock-and-gem-show.html

8-10COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc, OC Fair & Event Center; 88 Fair Dr.; Fri. Noon-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm; Admission $7, Children Free (ages 0-11); Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Exhibitors from around the world. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. Free hourly door prizes.; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: http://www.gemfaire.com

8-10FRANKLIN (28734), NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Gem & Mineral Society of Franklin, NC, Carpenter Community Blg; 1288 Georgia Rd.; Fri. 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Sat. 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-4:00 pm; Admission is FREE; Rough and finished gemstone and jewelry along with local crafters. Club demos and raffle.; contact Norman Holbert, (828) 634-0350; e-mail: normholbert@comcast.net

8-10COLUMBIA, MISSOURI: Annual show; Central Missouri Rock and Lapidary Club, Knights of Columbus Hall (New Venue); 2515 North Stadium Boulevard; Fri. 12:00 pm-7 pm, Sat. 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-4:00 pm; Adults $5.00, Seniors $3.00, Students $3.00, Children Under 11 Free; Kidz Mine and Midwest Dealers, geodes, rough rock, cabochons, beads and beaded jewelry, wire wrapping, fossils, mineral specimens, crystals, agates, spheres, faceted gemstones, and handmade silver jewelry, door prize drawings.; contact Deb Booker, 6395 North Oakland Gravel Road, Columbia, MO 65202, (573) 356-5877; Web site: http://www.cmrlc.org

8-10NORCROSS, GEORGIA: Annual show; Georgia Mineral Society, North Atlanta Trade Center; 1700 Jeurgens Court; Fri. 10 am-6 pm, Sat. 10 am-6 pm, Sun. Noon-5 PM; Admission is Free; Auction Saturday at 1 PM; lapidary demonstrations; door prizes; open house at our club house to celebrate our club’s 80th birthday. ; contact Shelley Stubbs, (678) 612-7293; e-mail: mayshow@gamineral.org; Web site: www.gamineral.org

9-9ARLINGTON, TEXAS: Annual swap meet; Arlington Gem and Mineral Club, Arlington Gem and Mineral Clubhouse; 1408 Gibbons Rd, behind the mosque; Sat. 8 am-1 pm+; Admission is Free; Annual outdoor swap meet with equipment, rock, slabs, cabs, faceting rough and stone, and things lapidary/metalwork related. You never know what will be there. Bring your own tables/awning. Anyone is welcome to set up or come and buy or swap or just check out the club. Cost is free. Setup starts at 7 am. Potluck available at lunch in clubhouse. Call Jack Spinks at 469-515-6358 or email jlspinks@sbcglobal.net for more info. Swap is located at 1408 Gibbons Rd, Arlington, TX—behind the mosque on the Rd to Six Flags. Look for the sign.; contact Jack Spinks, 209 Overlook Dr, Midlothian, TX 76065, (469) 515-6358; e-mail: jlspinks@sbcglobal.net; Web site: agemclub.com

9-9BIGLERVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA: Swap and sale; Franklin County and Cen Penn Rock & Mineral Clubs, South Mountain Fairgrounds; 615 Narrows Road; Sat. 8:00 am-3:00 pm; Adults $1.00, Seniors $1.00, Students are Free, Children are Free; contact Tom Smith, (717) 532-7204; e-mail: tsmith1012@comcast.net

9-10ESCONDIDO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Palomar Gem & Mineral Club, Center for the Arts, Escondido; 340 N. Escondido Blvd; Sat. 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-4:00 pm; Adults $5, Seniors $3; Gem Identification, lapidary and jewelry demonstrations as well as educational displays.; contact Gayle Hamilton; e-mail: gemshow@palomargem.org; Web site: www.palomargem.org

9-10BOZEMAN, MONTANA: Annual show; Bozeman Gem & Mineral Club, Gallatin County Fair Grounds; 901 North Black, Building #1; Sat. 10 am-6 pm, Sun. 10 am-4 pm; Adults $3.00 both days, Children 12 & under free; Over 15 dealers; gem, mineral, jewelry and beads. Member and dealer displays, silent auction, grab bags, garnet tables and raffles.; contact Jerry Hancock, P.O. Box 11001, Bozeman, MT 59719; e-mail: Jaegers@bresnan.net; Web site: bozemangemandmineralclub.com

9-10GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO: Annual show; Grand Junction Gem & Mineral Club, Inc., Grand Junction, Co.; Two Rivers Concention Center, 1st and Main Sts.; Sat. 9:00 am-6:00 pm, Sun. 9:00 am-4:00 pm; Adults $3.00, Students $1.00, Children are Free; 68th Annual show with 37 dealers, activities for the children, silent auction, door prizes, displays and demonstrations. Free parking at the convention center and lite breakfast and luncheon food is available. Show Chairman: Chuck Duncan Tele: 970/270-8068 Dealer Chairman: Bambi Harmon Tele. 970/245-1414; contact Chuck Duncan

9-10RENO, NEVADA: Annual show; Reno Gem and Mineral Society, Reno-Sparks Livestock Event Center; 1350 N. Wells Ave; Fri. 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-4:00 pm; Adults $6.00, Seniors $4.00, Students $4.00, Children are Free!; Our Golden 50th Year Annual Celebration Gold Panning Educational Displays ; contact Steve Norman, 1653 Topeka Circle, Sparks, NV 89434, (775) 358-7322; e-mail: snorm11@hotmail.com; Web site: www.renorockhounds.com’

15-17JOPLIN, MISSOURI: Annual show; Tri-State Gem & Mineral Society, Schifferdecker Park; 504 Schifferdecker Ave.; Fri. 9:00 am-6:00 pm, Sat. 9:00 am-6:00 pm, Sun. 9:00 am-3:00 pm; Admission is free!; Tri-State Gem & Mineral Society’s annual outdoor rock swap. Located in historic Schifferdecker Park at the intersection of Joplin’s 7th street and Schiffedecker Ave. Admission is free. To reserve space EMAIL jmc-cwiseman@sbcglobal.net; contact Chris Wiseman, (417) 623-1180; e-mail: jmc-cwiseman@sbcglobal.net

15-17SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc, Scottish Rite Center; 6151 H St.; Fri. Noon-6 pm, Sat. 10 am-6 pm, Sun. 10 am-5 pm; Admission $7, Children are Free (ages 0-11); Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Exhibitors from around the world. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. Free hourly door prizes.; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: http://www.gemfaire.com’

15-17SOUTH JORDAN, UTAH: Annual show; Wasatch Gem Society, Salt Lake County Equestrian Park and EventsCenter; 2100 West 11400 South; Fri. 10:00 am-6:00 pm, Sat. 10:00 am-6:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-5:00 pm; Adults $2.00, Children under 12 free; Come see thousands of rocks, minerals, and fossils. Lots of great dealers and large selection of club tables for kids and adults! Plus beautiful show cases showing off the wonders of the rock and mineral world!!!; contact Connie Stanton, West Valley, UT 84120, (801) 209-4390; e-mail: connie.inspireddreams@gmail.com; Web site: www.wasatchgemsociety.com

15-17SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; LLD Productions, Holiday Inn-Orange County Airport; 2726 S Grand Ave.; Fri. 10 am-6 pm, Sat. 10 am-6 pm, Sun. 10 am-5 pm; Admission is Free!; contact Regina Aumente, PO Box 665, Bernalillo, NM 87004, (505) 867-0425; e-mail: mzexpos@gmail.com; Web site: www.mzexpos.com

16-17MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA: Annual show; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows, National Guard Armory; 315 Commonwealth Blvd. W., across from Liberty Fair Mall; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; free admission; beads, pearls, gemstones, gem trees, wire wrapping, wire sculpture, silversmiths and goldsmiths, custom work and repairs while you wait, door prizes, classes available; contact Van Wimmer, Show Director, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24112, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

16-17LAKEVIEW, OREGON: Annual show; Tall Man Rock Chippers, Lake County Fairgrounds; 1900 N 4th; Sat. 10 am-5 pm, Sun. 10 am-4 pm; free; We have a good variety of vendors, activities for the kids, a silent auction featuring many of the local rocks, good food, club showcases, raffle, and field trips including the Oregon Sunstone. Camping is available onsite. No tailgating.; contact LeRoy Johnson, (541) 947-4267; e-mail: lostmymarblesor@yahoo.com.

16-17NORTH OLMSTED, OHIO: Show and sale; Parma Lapidary Club, Soccer Sportsplex; 31515 Lorain Rd.; Sat. 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-5:00 pm; Admission $6.00, Children under 12, and Scouts in uniform Free!; Demonstrations, Kid’s Corner, Chinese/Silent Auction, Exhibits Free Parking; contact Martha Lamparyk, 1012 Chippewa Street, Grafton, OH 44044, (440) 926-3680; e-mail: jmlampa@gmail.com

16-17WAUWATOSA, WISCONSIN: Show and sale; Wisconsin Geological Society, Muellner Building – Hart Park; 72nd and State St.; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; adults $3 (two for $5), children free; more than 20 dealers, exhibits, children’s activities, door prizes; contact Paul Schmidt, 8213 Red Arrow Ct., Wauwatosa, WI 53213, (414) 7721-8668; e-mail: pvs@wi.rr.com; Web site: www.wisgeologicalsociety.com

16-17HAMILTON , MONTANA: Annual show; Bitterroot Gem & Mineral Society, First Interstate Center ; 100 Old Corvallis Road , Ravalli County Fairgrounds; Sat. 10 am-6 pm, Sun. 10 am -4 pm; Admission is Free; May 16 & 17 The Bitterroot Gem & Mineral Society presents its annual “Treasures from the Universe” in the First Interstate Center on the Ravalli County Fairgrounds in Hamilton Montana. Free Admission! Enjoy displays, kids activities, dealers, world class mineral specimens, fossils, jewelry, UV display, silent auction, dealers, beads, hands on rock ID, rock equipment, door prizes, Dinosaur display and presentations from the Two Medicine Dinosaur Center. Pancake and sausage breakfast both mornings 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; contact Mike McConnell , 114 North 5th Street , Hamilton, MT 59840, (406) 360-4944; e-mail: micker1949@yahoo.com; Web site: www.bitterrootgms.org

16-17MAYS LANDING, NEW JERSEY: Annual show; Cape-Atlantic Rockhounds, Mays Landing ; 2641 Cologne Ave; Sat. 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Sun. 9:00 am-5:00 pm; Admission is Free; Annual Spring Rock, Gem, Mineral, Jewelry, and Fossil Show. This show will be held rain or shine. Food is available onsite.; contact Billie Brockhum, (609) 879-1179; Web site: http://capeatlanticrockhounds.com/

16-17LEESPORT, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Berks Mineralogical Society, Leesport Farmer’s Market Banquet Hall; 312 Gernant’s Church Rd; Sat. 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-4:00 pm; Adults $3.00; contact James Woodeshick, (484) 338-6738; e-mail: brwoodpile@yahoo.com

16-17PINETOP, ARIZONA: Show and sale; White Mountain Gem & Mineral Club, Hon-Dah Conference Center; 777 Highway 260; Sat. 9:00 am-6:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-4:00 pm; Adults $2.00, Seniors 70+ Free, Students 18 and under Free, Children18 and under Free; Member Displays, Raffles, Door Prizes, Silent Auction, Children Activities, Dealers, Fluorescents, Dinosaur Exhibit and Demonstrations.; contact Rick Olson, 8276 Tahoe Pl, Show Low, AZ 85901, (928) 251-0949; e-mail: walkaround@earthlink.net; Web site: whitemountain-azrockclub.org

16-17 SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Seattle Mineral Market, Lake City Community Center; 12531 28th Ave NE, 11705 206th Pl SE; Sat. 10:00 am-6:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-5:00 pm; Admission is Free; FREE ADMISSION~FREE PARKING~FREE MINERALS FOR KIDS Mineral specimens, gem minerals, mineral and mining books, mineral art, and mineral photography. There is a free underground parking area in the library next door, but it closes at 5 PM.; contact Bart Cannon, 1041 NE 100th Street, Seattle, WA 98125, (206) 522-9233; e-mail: cannonmp@comcast.net; Web site: http://www.seattlemineralmarket.com/

16-17HERMISTON, OREGON: Annual Gem and Mineral Show ; Hatrockhounds Gem and Mineral Society – Hermiston OR, Hermiston Conference Center; Highway 395 South; Sat. 10 am-5 pm, Sun. 10 am-4 pm; Adults $2.00; contact Mike Filarski, (541) 571-2593; e-mail: stonemorlin1@netscape.net

16-17HAMILTON, MONTANA: Annual show; Bitterroot Gem and Mineral Society, Ravalli County Fairgrounds; 100 Old Corvallis Road; Sat. 10 am-6 pm, Sun. 10 am-5 pm; Admission is Free!; contact Steve Vieth, (406) 381-7597; e-mail: viethsteve88@gmail.com

22-24SALEM, VIRGINIA: Annual show; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows, Salem Civic Center; 1001 Boulevard; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $5 (3-day pass), children (under 16) free; beads, pearls, gemstones, gem trees, wire wrapping, wire sculpture, silversmiths and goldsmiths, custom work and repairs while you wait, door prizes, classes available; contact Van Wimmer, Show Director, 5273 Bradshaw Rd., Salem, VA 24153, (540) 384-6047; e-mail: van@toteshows.com; Web site: www.toteshows.com

22-24SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc, Earl Warren Showgrounds; 3400 Calle Real; Fri. Noon-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm; Admission = $7, Children Free (ages 0-11); Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Exhibitors from around the world. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. Free hourly door prizes.; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: http://www.gemfaire.com

22-24BILOXI, MISSISSIPPI: Annual show; Harrison County Gem and Mineral Society, Inc., MS Coast Coliseum and Convention Center; 2350 Beach Blvd.; Fri. 10 am-6 pm, Sat. 10 am-6 pm, Sun. 10 am-4 pm; Adults $5, Children under 10 free; Free Parking; contact Lynn Tate, Harrison County Gem and Mineral Society, Inc., P.O. Box 10136, Gulfport, MS 39505, (228) 342-2963; e-mail: GulfportGemShow@gmail.com

22-24SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS: Annual show; Exhibit Group International, Embassy Suite Hotel Ball Room; 7750 Briaridge Drive; Fri. 11:00 am-6:00 pm, Sat. 10:00 am-6:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-5:00 pm; Adults $3.00, Children are Free; Fine Jewelry gold and diamond, fine jade selection, large choice of gem, beads and mineral stone, finding & petwer supplies, beading class, fashion jewe lry and gift more.; contact john su, 13337 South Street #633, cerritos, CA 90703, (714) 494-4546; e-mail: egi168@hotmail.com; Web site: www.egishows.com

22-25SCOTTSBLUFF, NEBRASKA: Annual show; Panhandle rock & gem cub, Riverside Zoo campground ; 1600 S. Beltline Hwy W.; Daily 8 am-5 pm, Daily 8 am-5 pm, Daily 8 am-5 pm, Daily 8 am-5 pm; Admission is FREE!; Free admission – Public Welcome – Public also invited to attend the rock auction Saturday evening starting at 6:30 pm. Any scout in uniform will receive a free gift. Families with children are welcome and encouraged to attend.; contact Richard Benker, 1730 M. St. , Gering, NE 69341, (308) 436-4697; e-mail: rekneb@charter.net

23-24BENNINGTON, VERMONT: Annual show; BCA Minerals, Grace Christian School; Kocher Dr.; Sat. 10 am-5 pm, Sun. 10 am-4 pm; Adults $5, Children Free; Southern Vermont Mineral, Gem and Fossil Show at Grace Christian School, 104 Kocher Dr., Bennington, VT. May 23rd and 24th, 2015. Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Adults $5., Children Free. Contact info or vendor form: Bill Cotrofeld, BCA Minerals, PO Box 235, East Arlington, VT. 05252 802-375-6782.; contact Bill Cotrofeld, PO Box 235, East Arlington, VT 05252, (802) 375-6782

23-24SEDONA, ARIZONA: Annual show; CKM Productions, LLC, Sedona Red Rock High School; 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road; Sat. 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-4:00 pm; Adults $3.00; Vendors from around the region will be offering mineral specimens, crystals, gemstones, jewelry, findings, beads, fossils, cutting material and lapidary equipment. An hourly raffle will be held for a chance to win one of many amazing prizes to be offered throughout the show. Food will be available for purchase during the show as well. This is a unique event the entire family will enjoy. ; contact Greg Capatch, (928) 554-4615

23-24WHEATON, ILLINOIS: Wholesale and retail show; Chicagoland Gems & Minerals Association (CGMA), DuPage County Fairgrounds; 2015 W. Manchester Rd.; Sat. 10 am-6 pm, Sun. 10 am-5 pm; Adults $5, Seniors age 60+ $3, Students ages 13–17 $13, Children ages 12 and under FREE; 39th Annual Chicagoland Gems & Minerals Association (CGMA) Show and 75th Anniversary Convention of the Midwest Federation of Mineralogical & Geological Societies hosted by seven Chicagoland area clubs — More than 30 nationally known dealers, amazing exhibits by museums and private collectors, guest speakers, lapidary demonstrations, silent auctions, door prizes, and Kids’ Room. Wholesale room (requires current state tax ID) open till 3 p.m. Sun. Special tours to Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art and Wheaton College – Home of the Mastodon. Shop for rocks, gems, minerals, crystals, fossils, handmade jewelry, beads, tools and supplies, books, findings, and more. See live demonstrations of gold panning, geode cracking, jewelry making, opal cutting, metalsmithing, glass fusing, wire-wrapping, fossil preparation, cabochon making, faceting, and more. Air-conditioned. Food available. Camping. Free parking. ; contact Jeanine N. Mielecki, (312) 623-1554; e-mail: jaynine9@aol.com; Web site: www.chicagolandgemshow.org

29-31TULSA, OKLAHOMA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc, Expo Square; 4145 E 21st St.; Fri. Noon-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm; Admission is $7, Children are Free (ages 0-11); Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Exhibitors from around the world. Jewelry repair & cleaning while you shop. Free hourly door prizes.; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; e-mail: info@gemfaire.com; Web site: http://www.gemfaire.com

29-31WAUSEON, OHIO: Annual show; State Line Gem & Mineral Society, Fulton County Fairgrounds, Junior Fair Building; 8514 SR 108; Fri. 12:00 pm-7:00 pm, Sat. 10:00 am-7:00 pm, Sun. 11:00 am-4:00 pm; Adults $3.00, Seniors $2.00, Children under 12 free; contact Doris Brzezicki, 419 N Broad St, Adrian, MI 49221, (517) 263-1669; e-mail: rychard@tc3net.com; Web site: statelinegms.com

30-30BALTIMORE, , MARYLAND: Annual show; Chesapeake Gem & Mineral Society, Ruhl Armory; 1035 York Road, Towson MD; Sat. 10 am-4 pm; Admission is Free!; 26th Annual Chesapeake Gem & Mineral Show Free Admission & plenty of free parking Top Mineral Dealers, Original Jewelry, Silent Auctions, Door Prizes, Kids Area, with Kids give-aways. ; contact jim kostka, 906 North St NE, Leesburg, VA 20176, (202) 207-5437; Web site: http://www.chesapeakegemandmineral.org/club-show.html


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