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March 2024
1-3—DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: ww.gemfaire.com
1-3—LARGO, FLORIDA: Annual show; Suncoast Gem & Mineral Society; Largo Event Center, 6340 126th Avenue N; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $6 3-Day Pass, Children Under 12 Free; Free parking, silent auctions, grab bags and gem sluice mining for the kids; contact Brenda Smith, (727) 344-9676; Email: sgamsdealerchair2024@gmail.com; Website: sgams.com
1-3—RICHMOND, INDIANA: Annual show; Eastern Indiana Gem & Geological Society; Wayne County Fairgrounds, 861 N. Salsibury Rd; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; Adults $5 /Seniors $3/Students 7-18 $1; Our raffle item this year is a 17″ x 9.5″ amethyst cathedral with a stand. Drawing will be on Sunday, you do not need to be present to win; contact Judy Lee, (937) 339-1966; Email: jleeburton@woh.rr.com
2-3—WILMINGTON, DELAWARE: Annual show; Delaware Mineralogical Society; DoubleTree by Hilton, 4727 Concord Pike (Rt-202); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; Seniors (60+) $5, Adults (18 – 59) $6 , Juniors (12 – 17) $3, Scouts in Uniform & Children under 12 Free when accompanied by a paying adult; Family Friendly show features educational exhibits of mineral, lapidary and fossil specimens; a roster of fine dealers of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry; raffles of interesting specimens and a children’s area, where youngsters may purchase inexpensive mineral and fossil specimens; contact Christine Verdi – (Show Chair); Email: 1DMS.President@gmail.com ; Website: www.facebook.com/DEMineralShow
2-3—NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Wholesale and retail show; New York Gems Jewelry And Mineral Show; High School of Fashion Industries, 225 W 24th Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $ 6, 12 Years and Under Free with a Paid Adult; The Heigh School of Fashion Industries, Show Sponsored and free lectures organized by the New York Mineralogical Club; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com; Website: barygems.com
2-3—MERIDEN, CONNETICUT: Annual show; The Lapidary & Mineral Society of Central Connecticut; Maloney High School, Gravel Street; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5; children under 12 FREE; Minerals, gemstones, crystals jewelry, and much more; contact Mike Zagielski; Email: Meridenlapminsoc@gmail.caom; Website: www.lmscc.org
2-3—VENTURA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Ventura Gem & Mineral Society; Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free admission (Fairgrounds charges for parking.); Dealers & exhibits of minerals, fossils, & jewelry arts; on-going demos of lapidary arts, jewelry-making & gold panning; silent auctions & a raffle; Country Store & plant sale; children’s activities & free resources for teachers. A So-Cal tradition for 6 decades & counting; contact Diane Cook, (805) 312-8467; Email: info@vgms.org; Website: www.vgms.org
2-3—CALDWELL, IDAHO: 70th Annual Show and Sale; Owyhee Gem & Mineral Society; O’Connor Field House, 2207 Blaine St; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-6; Admission $5, Kids 11 and Under Free, with Paid Adult; Dealers- Demonstrators-Displays-Silent Auction-Black Light Booth Door prizes every 1/2 hour! Kids/Adults – Wheel of Gems-Grab Bags-Sand Dig-Rock Crafts-Displays; contact Show Chair, Paul Deveau, (208) 994-8025; Email: devidaho@q.com; Website: owyheerocks.com
2-3—ISSAQUAH, WASHINGTON: Annual show; East KingCo Rock Club; Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Avenue NW, (by Costco); Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $1 general admission, kids 12 & under free; 30 Gem, Jewelry, & Mineral dealers; Gem & Mineral Displays; Stone Sculpture Exhibit; What’s My Rock?; Door Prizes; Silent Auction; Kids’ Activities; contact Kathy Frank; Email: frogspk@gmail.com; Website: www.eastkingco.org
7-10—DEMING, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Deming Gem and Mineral Society, Inc; SWNM State Fairgrounds, 4200 Raymond Reed Blvd; Thu. 9-5, Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; FREE; The Deming 59th Annual ROCKHOUND ROUNDUP will have something for EVERYONE. Guided Field Trips, Demonstrations, displays, Geode Cutting, Sales of equipment, rough rock, polished rock, jewelry findings, etc. On going daily Silent Auctions, and Saturday Nite Live Auction, and things to do for kids; contact Marilyn Page, (575) 544-9019; Email: theDGMS@gmail.com; Website: www.thedgmsclub.com
8-9—RICHBORO, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Leidy Microscopic Society; Advent Lutheran Church, 45 Worthington Mill Rd, 916 Senator Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 9-6; $25 for half table ; $40 for full table; visitors fee – $5 on Friday, $10 on Saturday and includes lunch; Micromount Symposium-two guest speakers, silent auctions, free giveaways, sell, trade, swap micromounts, lunch on Saturday included; contact Donald McAlarnen, (610) 247-5097; Email: donmcalarnen@outlook.com; Website: https://leidymicroscopical.com
8-10—KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI: Annual show; The Association of Earth Science Clubs of Greater Kansas City; KCI Expo Center, 11730 N Ambassador Dr; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; Adults $7, 2-day pass $12, 3-day pass $18, Children 5-14 $4, 4 and under Free, Cash Only at the Gate; Demonstrations, Special Exhibits, Fluorescent Display, Specimen Identification, Silent Auction, Live Benefit Auction, 60+ Retail Dealers, Wholesale Area. Coupons at www.kcgemshow. Free Parking; contact Bruce, (816) 795-5159; Email: kcgemshow@yahoo.com; Website: kcgemshow.org
8-10—APPLE VALLEY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Victor Valley Gem and Mineral Club; Annual Stoddard Wells Tailgate, I-15 toward Barstow EXIT #157 stay on Stoddard Wells Road, Follow the signs 7 miles to tailgate; Fri. 9-5, Sun. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free for vendors and public; Vendors offering slabs and cabs, findings and equipment, minerals and fossils, rough material, handcrafted and faceted jewelry, family field trip to marble collecting site on Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm; contact Mark Lantz, 760-243-2330; Email: president@vvgmc.org; Website: vvgmc.org
8-10—AUGUSTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Aiken Gem Mineral & Fossil Society AND Augusta Gem & Mineral Society; Julian Smith Casino, 2200 Broad Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Adults $4 daily, $6 Weekend Pass Children under 12 Free with a paying adult; GRAND PRIZE, Hourly Door Prizes, Treasure Dig, Grab Bags, Geode Cutting & Sales, Member Display Cases, Lapidary Demonstrations, Educational Resources, Snack Bar. Dealers Selling: Gold, Silver, Fine & Everyday Jewelry, Loose Gemstones, Cabochons, Slabs, Crystals, Minerals, Fossils, Meteorites & More; contact Debra Baer, (803) 295-7897; Email: debbie.aikenrocks@gmail.com; Website: www.aikengmfs.org and www.agams.club
9-9—SKOKIE, ILLINOIS: 73rd Annual Silent Auction; Chicago Rocks & Minerals Society; St. Peter’s United Church of Christ Gymnasium, 8013 Laramie (at Oakton); Sat. 6-9; Free; First table closes at 6:30 p.m. Fun for the entire family. Bid on rocks, minerals, fossils, geodes, jewelry, books, magazines and lapidary treasures. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free admission and free parking; contact Jeanine N. Mielecki, (312) 623-1554; Email: jaynine9@aol.com; Website: chicagorocks.org
9-9—BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA: Annual show; BREC; BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center, 10503 N. Oak Hills Pkwy; Sat. 9-4; $5 for adults, $4 for children ages 3-17; free for children 2 and under; In addition to our Rockhound Market, visitors can participate in a fossil dig, climb a rock wall, play rock-themed carnival games, go on a treasure hunt along our trails, and much, much more; contact Shannon Guidry, (225) 757-8905; Email: sguidry@brec.org; Website: www.brec.org/calendar/detail/rockin-at-the-swamp/8660
9-10—MACOMB, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Geodeland Earth Science Clubs Inc; Western Illinois University Ballroom, 1 University Cir; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Free; Our show features a wide range of minerals, fossils, and jewelry from over 10 dealers and several demonstrators. There is also a large kid’s area, silent auction, displays, free parking, and more; contact Mary Boesdorfer; Email: writteninwood@gmail.com; Website: https://geodeland.com/
9-10—TURLOCK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mother Lode Mineral Society; Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 North Broadway; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; $8 | 12 and under free with paid adult; Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Big Fluorescent Room, Demonstrations, Rock Sales, Geode Cutting, Gold Panning, Touch & See Table, Jewelry, Beads & Tools, Mozzie the Velociraptor, Food Court, Lapidary; contact Bob Rush; Email: bobbyrocks42@gmail.com; Website: www.turlockgemshow.com
9-10—KALISPELL, MONTANA: Annual show; Northwest Montana Rock Chucks; Flathead County Fairgrounds, Expo Building, 265 N Meridian Rd; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults, $5, kids 8th grade and younger, free; Gem dig; gold panning; Free door prizes every hour; Silent auction every half hour; Free demonstrations; raffles; contact Lloyd Fager, Dealer Chair, (608) 436-0780; Email: oldgrayelf@sbcglobal.net; Website: rockchucks.org
9-10—TURLOCK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mother Lode Mineral Society; Stanislaus County Fairgrounds (Turlock), 900 North Broadway; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $8 Adults, 12 and under Free with paid adult; Activities: Jewelry, Beads, Tools, Educational Exhibits, Demonstrations, Fossil Exhibit, Geode Cutting, Mozzie the Velociraptor, Gold Panning. Large Fluorescent Room, Kids Activities, Rock Sale, Food Court, Free Parking, 45 Dealers; contact Belinda Wendland, (209) 450-5916; Email: bwendx2@yahoo.com; Website: www.motherlodemineralsociety.com/
15-17—MARIETTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Cobb Co. Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; Admission $8 cash only at the door; Select dealers from near and far selling extraordinary minerals, jewelry, gem, fossils, healing stones, beads, crystals, rocks; contact BJ; Email: mbellpoint@gmail.com; Website: www.bellpointpromotions.com
15-17—ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Abq. Gem & Mineral Club; Expo NM State Fairgrounds, 300 San Pateo Dr. NE; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Fri. $2, Sat & Sun $5, kids 12 and under are free; 60 dealers, mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, findings, cabochons, beads, fossils, petrified wood; contact Paul Hlava, (505) 850-7524; Email: paulfhlava@gmail.com; Website: http://www.agmc.info
15-17—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, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: www.gemfaire.com
15-17—WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gem Shows; South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8 Teens and Veterans $7, Children under 12 Free, Admission good for all three days; 37,000 SF of Spectacular vendors. Find Jewelry, Gems, Crystals, Minerals, Fossils, Beads and so much more! Artisans offering unique pieces, collectible specimens and decor pieces. Grand Prize Drawing; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com
15-17—JACKSON, MICHIGAN: Show and sale; Michigan Gem and Mineral Society; American One Event Center, 128 W. Ganson Road ; Fri. 10-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; Cost: Adults – $5, Seniors – $3, Students – $2; Dealers, Demonstrators, Kids Activities, Raffle, Silent Auction, Displays Free Parking, Food Court. EVERYONE IS WELCOME. FAMILY-FRIENDLY; contact Sally, (517) 522-3396; Email: saltoosal2@yahoo.com; Website: mgmsrockclub.com
15-17—SWANNANOA, NORTH CAROLINA: Show; M.A.G.M.A., Jacquot & Son Mining and Crystal Potential; Land of the Sky Shrine Club Event Venue, 39 Spring Cove Road; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; 26th Mountain Area Gem and Mineral Association Land of the Sky Gem Show. Indoor and outdoor vendors, open to the public, food and drink available daily, clean restrooms, climate-controlled Fun for the whole family! Come get that perfect, rare present for your special someone; contact Richard Jacquot, (828) 779-4501; Email: rickjacquot@gmail.com; Website: www.AmericanRockhound.com
16-17—LEMOORE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Lemoore Gem & Mineral Club; Lemoore Trinity Hall, 470 Champion St; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Gems, minerals, jewelry, rocks, slabs, kids corner. When contacting by phone, please be sure to leave a voicemail; contact David Morrell, (559) 362-8904; Email: dmorrell321@gmail.com; Website: lemooregemandmineralclub@gmail.com
16-17—CENTRAL POINT, OREGON: Annual show; Roxy Ann Gem and Mineral Society and the Crater Rock Museum; The Jackson County EXPO, 1 Peninger Road; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 for RAGM Members and the general public; kids 12 and under are free; Gem and mineral vendors from around the region; kids activities; club demonstrations and rock display cases; raffles and more; contact Fred Hayes, (541) 664-6081; Email: craterrockgemshow@gmail.com; Website: www.craterrock.com
16-17—VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA: Annual show; Hastings Centre Rockhounds Club; Hastings Community Centre, 3096 East Hastings Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Admission by Donation; Join us for the Hastings Centre Rockhounds Club’s 63rd Annual Gem & Jewelry Show! Explore stunning gems and unique jewelry from knowledgeable vendors and local artists. Enjoy activities for children, refreshments, prizes, and captivating lapidary and jewelry-making demonstrations. Fun for all ages; contact Midori Tokuyama, (604) 718-6222; Email: secretary.hcr@gmail.com; Website: www.hastingscentrerockhounds.com/
16-17—TAMPA, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tampa Bay Fossil Club; Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 US-301; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $8, 12 and under free; The south’ largest prehistoric show where the public can view fossils found right here in Florida, as well as artifacts left behind by Florida’s first people. FossilFest features educational activities for both children and adults designed to teach the public about Florida’s prehistoric history; contact Mike Searle, (813) 727-5539; Email: fossilnerd@msn.com; Website: tampabayfossilclub.com
16-17—ABILENE, TEXAS: Annual show; Central Texas Gem and Mineral Society; Taylor County Expo Center, 1700 SE 11th St; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adult Tickets – $5 Kids 6-12 – $3 Kids under 5 – FREE! Kids in Boy Scout or Girl Scout Uniforms – FREE! Military with ID – $3; Come to the 70th Anniversary of the Central Texas Gem & Mineral Society! Gems, minerals, specimens, jewelry, beads, crystals, geodes, fossils and more! The show will be located in the Display Building; contact Linda Walker; Website: www.abilenerockhounds.com
16-17—GAITHERSBURG, MARYLAND: Annual show; Gem, Lapidary and Mineral Society of Montgomery County Maryland; Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 16 Chestnut St, Building #6; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $6 ages 12+, Children 11 and younger free; More than 40 exhibits, 20 dealers, hourly door prizes. Free specimens for kids, Mini mine for kids, Fluorescent mineral tent, Demonstrations of Gold Panning, Jewelry Making, and Physics. Plenty of free parking. Visit www.glmsmc.com for a $1 off admission coupon; contact Show Chairman; Email: info@glmsmc.com; Website: www.glmsmc.com
16-17—SALEM, OREGON: Annual show; US Bead Warehouse; Roths Event Center, 1130 Wallace Road NW; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; First annual Rock’n the Coast rock and gem show in Salem! This is a great family event and all are welcome; contact Jennifer Brandenberger, (541) 997-0109; Email: usbeadwarehouse@gmail.com
22-24—LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY: Annual show; Blue Grass Gem and Mineral Club; Clarion Hotel, 1950 Newtown Pike; Fri. 4-8, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Everyone $5 except children under 12 and Scouts in uniform are free when accompanied by an adult; Show held in the Clarion’s brand-new Convention Center. Vendors of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry and lapidary supplies. Grand raffle prize, hourly silent auctions, fluorescent display, and club sales; contact John Bradshaw, (859) 576-6785; Email: K4swx911@gmail.com; Website: bggamc.homestead.com
22-24—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, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: www.gemfaire.com
22-24—CLOVIS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Fresno Gem and Mineral Society; Rodeo Grounds, 748 Rodeo Dr; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free; The 4th Annual Central Valley Gem & Mineral Show, sponsored by the Fresno Gem & Mineral Society, presents a great show for viewing, learning about and purchasing minerals, fossils, gems, beautiful handmade jewelry & much more Educational and fun for all ages! Silent Auction & Door Prizes; contact Peggy J Keating-Bolm, (708) 822-0361; Email: peggykeatingbolm2@gmail.com
22-24—LOVELAND, COLORADO: Annual show; Fort Collins Rockhounds, Inc; The Ranch, Thomas McKee Building, 5280 Arena Circle; Fri. 4-8, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adult admission is $4 for one day or $7 for a 3-day pass. Student (12-18 years old) admission is $1, Children under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult; This year’s club exhibits feature Agate and Colorado Minerals. Metro State University hosts a hands-on rock identification table. Door prizes, two grand prizes, grab bag sales, children’s activity table, and the silent auction are ongoing. Our dealers bring rough, slabs, equipment and fine jewelry; contact Nancy Howerter, (970) 206-9569; Email: fcrockhounds@gmail.com; Website: www.fortcollinsrockhounds.org
22-24—VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA: Retail show; Treasures of the Earth, Inc; Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th Street; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, 16 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
23-24—CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA: Annual show; Cedar Valley Rock And Mineralogical Society; Cedar Valley Rock And Mineralogical Society, Hawkeye Downs Expo Center, 4400 6th Street SW; Sat. 8:30-6, Sun. 9:30-4; Adults over 18 $3, student 12-18 $1, children under 12 free, youth groups with an adult free; Child-friendly and excellent opportunities for homeschooling. Gem sluice, Rock and pebble kit, dinosaur bones, geodes, lots of vendors, raffle prizes, and door prizes. Silent auction; contact Marvin Houg, (319) 350-9435; Email: M_Houg@yahoo.com; Website: Cedarvalleyrockclub.org
23-24—CANTON, OHIO: Annual show; Stark County Gem & Mineral Club; Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Seniors $4, Children 6-14 $1, Scouts in uniform free; contact Show Chairman Vicky Waltz, (330) 862-2162
23-24—TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Sierra County Rock and Gem Society; Sierra County Fair Barn, 1321 Hyde Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free; Rough & Finished Rock, Slabs, Cabs, Beads, Jewelry, Petrified Wood, Fossils, Geode Cracking. Field Trips, Presentations, Demos. Gold and Sapphire Panning. Wheel of Fortune. Door Prizes. Family Friendly; contact Dan Lorimier, (575) 740-2927; Email: scragssierracounty@gmail.com; Website: scrags.org
23-24—ANGELES CAMP, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Calaveras Gem and Mineral Society; Calaveras County Fairgrounds, 2465 Gun Club Rd, Angels Camp, CA 95222; Sat. 10-5; Adults $5/Chidren 12 and under FREE with paying adult; contact Debby Brooks, (209) 736-4892; Email: dbb49@att.net
23-24—PLYMOUTH MEETING, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Philadelphia Mineralogical Society and The Delaware Valley Paleontological Society; Lu Lu Temple, 5140 Butler Pike; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $7 per adult, $2 kids 12 and under, Scouts in uniform free; Fossils, minerals, gems, speakers and exhibits. Kids Mineral Corner and Fossil Dig with free giveaways. Scouting merit badge information is available. Food and door prizes throughout both days; contact Douglas Klieger; Email: dklieger@verizon.net; Website: www.philamineralsociety.org/
23-24—CHICOPEE, MASSACHUSETTS: Annual show; Connecticut Valley Mineral Club; Castle of Knights, 1599 Memorial Avenue; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 9:30-3:30; adults $5, children 12 and under free with paid adult, scouts in uniform free with paid adult; Hourly door prize drawings for children and adults, free specimens for children, exhibits, 18 dealers, food available on site; contact Barbara J. Meyer, (978) 394-3144; Email: bjmeyer56@yahoo.com; Website: cvmineralclub.org
23-24—WYSOX, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Che-Hanna Rock & Mineral Club Inc; Wysox Vol. Fire Co. Social Hall, 111 Lake Rd; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adult – $3, Students $1, under 8 free; Fluorescent mineral program presented by UVBob. Exhibits of minerals, fossils and Native American artifacts. Dealers selling minerals, fossils, gemstones, jewelry. Mini-mine for the kids; contact Bob McGuire, (570) 928-9238; Email: uvbob1942@gmail.com; Website: www.chehannarocks.com
23-24—WINSTED, CONNETICUT: Annual show; Silver Spiral Creations; Whiting Mills, 100 Whiting Street; Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Rocks, Gems, Minerals and Jewelry show. Free admission. Kid activities. Door prizes; contact Lynne Patnode, (860) 459-9165; Email: Lynne@silverspiralcreations.com; Website: Silverspiralcreations.com
24-24—SAINT CLOUD, MINNESOTA: Annual show; St.Cloud Agate Swap; Bestwestern Kelly Inn / Green Mill, 100 4th Ave S; Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; One day only! Over 30 regional artisan vendors with crystals, rocks, gems, minerals, jewelry, apparel and more! Spread across 1st level of hotel; contact Andrew Lange, MN; Email: Stcagateswap@gmail.com
29-31—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, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: www.gemfaire.com
29-31—PEARBLOSSOM, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; The Outpost; Pearblossom, 34141 116th Street East; daily 9-5, daily 9-5, daily 9-5; Free Admission; contact Kyle Sandahl, (661) 944-1200; Email: Sandahlfamily3@gmail.com
30-31—RENO, NEVADA: Annual show; The Crystal Festival; Sparks Event Center, 4590 South Virginia Street; Sat. 10-8, Sun. 10-8; Free Admission & Parking; The Crystal Festival – A Rocks, Minerals, Gems, & Crystal Show Family Friendly. Over 60 Vendors! Crystal Healers, Mineral Dealers, Utah Rock Clubs, Mine Owners, Lapidary Artists and more. Presented by: The Crystal Barista; contact Adrienne Mcelwain, Address 2, (801) 989-6926; Email: piratezeta@gmail.com; Website: www.CrystalFestival.org
30-31—SWEET HOME, OREGON: Annual show; Sweet Home Rock and Mineral Society; Sweet Home High School Gym, 1641 Long Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Admission $1 Kids 12 and under FREE when accompanied by an adult; Theme: “A Pyrite’s Treasure Chest.” Rough Rock, Display Specimens, Minerals, Fossils, Demonstrations, Door Prizes; contact Joe Cota, Rock Castle; Website: Facebook: Sweet Home Rock and Mineral Club
April 2024
4-6—WYOMING, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Indian Mounds Rock & Mineral Club; Rogers Plaza Town Center, 972 28th Street Southwest ; Thu. 9:30-9, Fri. 9:30-9, Sat. 9:30-7; Free; Many Professional Dealers Artisan Displays and Demonstrations Children’s Table – Egg Carton Collections & Grab Bags Geode Cracking – Be the First to see inside Your Geode! Museum Quality Exhibits – Rock & Mineral Identification Member & Club Sales; contact Kreigh Tomaszewski, (616) 243-5851; Email: kreigh@gmail.com; Website: indianmoundsrockclub.com/
5-6—KAHOKA, MISSOURI: Show and sale; Woodie Stephen Woodruff; Woodies Rock Shop/Warehouse, 135 North Morgan St; Fri. 3-8, Sat. 12-6; Free; Silent auction, Giveaways, Raffles, Gem stone panning, Kids show n tell. Free Geode cracking with purchase of unopen geode, including enhydros, from small to beach ball size. Accepting applications for 8, non-geode, rock & mineral dealers + 8 vendors that do not have to be rock & mineral related; contact Stephen Woodruff, (309) 313-2077; Email: woodiessuites@gmail.com
5-7—SANDY, UTAH: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 S State 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, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: www.gemfaire.com
5-7—PENSACOLA, FLORIDA: Annual show; H & R Gemshows; Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, 6655 Mobile Hwy; 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 20,000 SF of Fabulous Vendors of Jewelry, Gemstones, Crystals, Rough Rock, Beads, Fossils and so much more! Artisan Jewelers, spectacular display pieces, fluorescents, geode cracking. Grand Prize Drawing; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com
6-7—GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN: Show; Neville Public Museum Geology Club; The Neville Public Museum, 210 Museum Place; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Suggested donation $2 for adults, kids under 14 free; The Neville Public Museum Geology Club presents “Earth’s Treasures” 2024 Rock, Gem & Mineral Show; contact Randy Westberg; Email: mutualman@localnet.com
6-7—MILFORD, CONNETICUT: Annual show; New Haven Mineral Club; Platt Technical High School, 600 Orange Avenue; Sat. 9:30-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $6 Adults, Children under 12 free accompanied by an adult; contact Arthur Doyle, (203) 530-4554; Email: adoyle@crofut.com; Website: newhavenmineralclub.org
6-7—LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: Annual show; Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Sandhills Global Event Center (Lancaster Event Center), 84th and Havelock; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $6 per adult, $11 2-day Pass, Children 11 and under FREE with a Paid Adult. $1 off admission with a can donation to the Food Bank of Lincoln; 64Th Annual Gem Show! Youth Booth, Dealers, Exhibits, Demonstrations, Nebraska Gem Dig (outside), Fluorescent Display, Club Rock Pile (Inside), Artifacts, and Mineral Identification. Dealer Booth Space is FULL; contact James Marburger, (402) 430-6703; Email: James.marburger@outlook.com; Website: www.lincolngemmineralclub.org
6-7—SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS: Annual show; Southwest Gem & Mineral Society; Morris Center @ Joe Freeman Coliseum, 475 AT&T Parkway Gate E; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5 Seniors/Military $3 Child Over 7 $1; Gems, minerals, rocks, 26 dealers, silent auction, kids lucky wheel, kids table, demonstrations, make your own cabochon, hourly prized, grand prize, parking $10 [free single adult entry with receipt] proceeds go to Earth Science scholarships for three San Antonio Universities. Fun for the entire family; contact Robert Bowie, (830) 387-1766; Email: krbotx@gvtc.com; Website: SWGMS.ORG
6-7—TAMPA, FLORIDA: Wholesale and retail show; Tampa Bay Mineral & Science Club; Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. Hwy 301 N; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $10 Adults, $8 Seniors/Military, Kids under 10 – Free; Tampa Bay Mineral & Science Club 4th – Annual Spring Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show Gems, Beads, Findings, Jewelry, Mineral Specimens (crystals), Cabochons, Slabs, Fluorescents, Fossils, Fun-filled kids corner with activities including a sluice and microscope viewing, Door Prizes; contact Peter Favaro, (813) 684-2039; Website: tampabayrockclub.org
6-7—VISTA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Vista Gem and Mineral Society; Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N Santa Fe Ave; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; You will find everything from crystals and gems, rough slabs and cabs, and even lapidary tools. There will be a food truck so you can join us for lunch. This is an outdoor show so we recommend wearing good walking shoes, sunscreen and hats; contact Jessica Harmer; Email: Info@vistarocks.org; Website: vistarocks.org/
7-7—WATERLOO, IOWA: Show and sale; Black Hawk Gem and Mineral Society; Waterloo Center for the Arts, 225 Commercial St; Sun. 11-5; Free admission – donations appreciated; Demonstrations of flintknapping, gold panning, fluorescent rocks and lapidary with exhibits of rocks, fossils, agates, minerals and crystals. Vendors will sell rocks, minerals, fossils and crystals, apparel and jewelry. Kids activities include make your own fossil; contact Dave Malm, (319) 266-6433; Email: info@bhgmsrockclub.org; Website: www.facebook.com/groups/726842459051608/permalink/871536367915549/?mibextid=Nif5oz
12-14—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Tar Heel Gem & Mineral Club; Kerr Scott Building, State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd; Fri. 3-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; there will be a charge for admission; Hospitality area for door prize ticket sales, t-shirt sales, membership, grab bag sales. Silent Auction for various minerals, fossils & jewelry. Geode for sales and opening the geodes purchased. Demonstration for club members to show their skills; contact Cyndy Hummel, (919) 779-6220; Email: mchummel@mindspring.com; Website: tarheelclub.org
13-13—ANTIGO, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Langlade Gem & Mineral Club; Chocadoodledoo LLC, 816 5th Ave; Sat. 10-4; Adults $1, Children under 12 Free and Veterans Free; contact Roger Wilder, (920) 737-7490; Email: rog-chriswilder@hotmail.com
13-14—MARIPOSA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mariposa Gem and Mineral Club; Mariposa County Fairgrounds, 5007 Fairgrounds Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $3 for adults, kids 14 and under are free, parking is free; A great selection of vendors with all sorts of gems and minerals and related items, a fabulous raffle, silent auction, geode cutting, and, of course, food; contact Meredith Meehan; Email: mgmc@sti.net; Website: mariposagemclub.org
13-14—MARION, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Southern Illinois Earth Science Club, Inc; Pavilion of the City of Marion, 1602 Sioux Drive; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $2 Children 18 and under free; Door prizes, silent auctions, fluorescent light shows, educational displays, dealers and more; contact Michael Chontofalsky, (618) 532-0455; Email: chontofalsky@att.net; Website: siesclub.org
13-14—DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Des Plaines Valley Geological Society; Des Plaines Park District Leisure Center, 2222 Birch Street; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults, $3; Seniors, $2; Students with ID, $1; Children under 12 free when accompanied by an adult; Children’s area, silent auction, exhibits, demonstrators. Unique door prizes. Fossil dealers, mineral dealers, jewelry and gemstone dealers; contact Mike Hanley, (815) 222-8197; Email: Geodeguy@att.net
13-14—PLACERVILLE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; El Dorado County Mineral and Gem Society; El Dorado County Fairgrounds, Placerville Drive; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $7 kids free; contact Byron Anderson
13-14—JOHNSON CITY, NEW YORK: Annual show; New York Southern Tier Geology Club Annual Show; Johnson Senior Center, 30 Brockton Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $4; Children 12 and up, $3.50; Under 12 free, $.50 Discount with pennysaver coupon; contact Donald Tuttle, (607) 369-7323; Email: sginkusa@gmail.com; Website: sginkusa@gmail.com
13-14—CRYSTAL, MINNESOTA: Annual show; Anoka County Gem & Mineral Club; Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Dr. N; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free; voluntary donation; contact Martha Miss, (651) 459-0343; Email: martha@rock-biz.biz
13-14—ALBANY , NEW YORK: Annual show; Capitol District Mineral Club; Polish Community Center, 225 Washington Ave Ext; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Admission $5, children under 12 and scouts in uniform are free; contact Scott Gordon; Email: sgordon@adkfineminerals.com
19-21—SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA: Wholesale and retail show; Gem Faire Inc; Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $7 weekend pass; Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, minerals & much more at manufacturer’s prices. Buy directly from wholesalers & importers. Jewelry repair, cleaning & ring sizing while you shop; contact Yooy Nelson, (503) 252-8300; Email: info@gemfaire.com; Website: www.gemfaire.com
19-21—SOUTH JORDAN, UTAH: Annual show; Wasatch Gem Society; Bastian Agricultural Center, 2100 West 11400 South; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $2 Adults, Kids 12 & Under Free; 80 Dealers of Crystals, Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Wood, Gemstones, Jewelry, Dino Bone, Rock Art and much more. Door Prizes, Wheel of Fortune, Kids Area, Rock Bags, Demonstrations, Sphere making, Show and Tell and Show Case Displays. Free Parking; contact Roberta Chase; Email: roberta.chase@outlook.com
19-21—SARASOTA, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gemshows; 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; Featuring 10,000 SF of Fabulous vendors of Fine Jewelry, Gemstones, Crystals, Beads, Mineral Specimens, Fossils and so much more! Something for everyone! Grand Prize drawing; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com
19-21—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
20-20—WEST FRIENDSHIP, MARYLAND: Annual show; Chesapeake Gem and Mineral Society; Howard County Fairgrounds, 2210 Fairgrounds Rd ; Sat. 10-4; Free Admission; Minerals, Original Jewelry, Fossils, Rough & Cut Gemstones Silent Auctions, Door Prizes, Activities for Kids, Free Parking; contact Lynne Emery; Email: chesapeakegemandmineral@gmail.com
20-21—KENNEWICK, WASHINGTON: 27th Annual Gem and Mineral Show; Lakeside Gem and Mineral; Benton County Fairgrounds, 1500 South Oak; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 (good for both days) 14 and under free with paid adult admission; Collectors’ exhibits; Gem, Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Dealers; demonstrations including cabochon fashioning, gemstone faceting, gem trees, sphere making, silversmithing, wire wrapping and jewelry fabrication; silent auction; Kid’s Korner – Crafts and Games; door prizes; raffle; Fluorescent display; contact Larry Hulstrom, (509) 308-8312; Email: rockhound132@charter.net; Website: Lakesidegemandmineralclub.com
20-21—TROY, OHIO: Annual show; Miami County Gem & Mineral Club; Miami County Fairgrounds, 650 N. Co Rd 25A; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $3, free admission for children under 18; contact Dewey Buck, (937) 308-3012; Email: deweybuck12@gmail.com; Website: www.mcgamc.org
20-21—THOUSAND OAKS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Conejo Valley Gem & Mineral Club; Borchard Community Park, 190 N Reino Rd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; FREE for all ages; Event includes: Displays by club members of special collections, silent auction of selected specimens, vendors of jewelry, specimens of rocks, fossils, minerals and gems from around the world, demonstrators of lapidary arts, kids activities with prizes, door prizes, plant sales ; contact Karen Abrahams, (805) 908-1428; Email: karenjabrahams@gmail.com; Website: cgamc.org/home
20-21—WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Pacific Crystal Guild; Civic Park Community Center, 1375 Civic Drive (at Broadway); Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $14 for 2 days; Children under 12 free; The Crystal Fair includes a magical mix of crystals, minerals, beads, and jewelry. Whether it’s stone beads from Nepal, amethyst geodes from Madagascar, jade from China, or jewelry from northern California artisans –you’ll find it at the Crystal Fair at below market prices; contact Jerry Tomlinson, (415) 383-7837; Email: jerry@crystalfair.com; Website: www.crystalfair.com
24-28—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; Free parking, free admission; 2024 Spring Show Joshua Tree Gem & Mineral Show. This will be our second show at the new location Joshua Tree RV Lake and campground. This is a beautiful natural location just adding to the great nature of being around many great Gem amd Mineral Vendors of all types; contact Bill Sherwood, (760) 218-6137; Email: socaldesert@yahoo.com
26-28—WICHITA, KANSAS: Annual show; Wichita Gem & Mineral Society; Cessna Activity Center, 2744 George Washington Blvd, 8318 SE Highway 77; Fri. 9:30-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults-$5; Youth 13-17-$1; Children 12 and under free with an adult; Special Things for Children: Friday, April 26 is Education Day. School children will learn how to identify rocks and minerals. Attractions include Junior Rock Pile, Gem Hunt, Fossil Hunt, Fluorescent Rock Show and Grad Bags. 22 dealers from across the USA will have rocks, gems and jewelry; contact Gene Maggard, (316) 742-3746; Email: GANDPMAGGARD@GMAIL.COM
26-28—GRANTS PASS, OREGON: Annual show; Rogue Gem & Geology Club, Inc; Josephine County Fairgrounds Pavilion Building, 1451 Fairgrounds Rd; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free Admission; Vendors, Demonstrators, Silent Auction, Raffle, Kids Corner, Display Cases, Fluorescent Room, Food Truck and free Admission. Vendor spots are full but there is a waiting list available; contact Michelle Wheeler, (541) 955-0173; Email: 1313althouse@gmail.com; Website: www.roguegemandgeology.org/
26-28—RICHMOND, VIRGINIA: Retail show; Treasures of the Earth, Inc; Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 E Laburnum Ave; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, sixteen and under free; There will jewelry of all types, custom faceted-gemstones, and beads. The crystals, minerals, and fossils range from reasonably priced specimens to museum quality specimens. The Richmond Gem and Mineral Society will be present with displays of Virginia rocks and minerals and of dinosaur bones; contact Ellen White, (804) 642-2011; Email: Ellen.White@TreasuresOfTheEarth.com; Website: www.TreasuresOfTheEarth.com
27-28—WEST SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: 56th Annual Rock and Gem Show; West Seattle Rock Club; Alki Masonic Temple (West Seattle), 4736 40th Avenue SW; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free; Vendors, Silent Auction, Activities for Kids, Demonstrations, Food; contact Annette Nelson; Email: show@westseattlerockclub.org; Website: www.westseattlerockclub.org
27-28—CUYAHOGA FALLS, OHIO: Show and sale; Akron Mineral Society & Summit Lapidary Club; Emidio & Sons Expo Center, 48 East Bath Road; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Admission: Adults $5, seniors (55+) & Students $4, Children (7-14) $1, scouts in uniform free; 38 quality vendors. Demonstrations, silent auction & children’s activities. Mineral id throughout the day. Wheelchair accessible, food trucks both days and credit cards acceptable for admissions; contact Evelyn Tryon, (330) 673-9664; Email: Gemboree76@gmail.com; Website: www.summitlapidaryclub.com/gemboree
27-28—EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Eau Claire County Expo Center, 5530 Lorch Avenue; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; 60th Annual Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society Show & Sale. Jewelry, Gemstones, Minerals, Agates, Geodes, Fossils, Petrified Wood, Rock Art, Beads, Supplies, Copper & Silver Finds, Crystals, Amethyst, Books & Activities for children & Demonstrations; contact Paul Tubbs, (715) 834-5747; Email: CVGMS2017@gmail.com
27-28—SANFORD, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society, Inc.; Sanford Civic Center, 401 E. Seminole Blvd; 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. Vendors offering rocks, minerals, gemstones fossils, beads, artifacts, metaphysical stones, cabs, etc. Silent auction, door prizes and family activities; contact Salvatore Sansone, (321) 278-9294; Email: ssfossilhunter@aol.com; Website: www.cfmgs.org
27-28—MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE: Annual show; Memphis Archaeological and Geological Society; Memphis Agricenter, 7777 Walnut Grove Road,, 2038 Central Ave; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $6, 2-day pass $10, 12 & under $2, Scouts in uniform free; Over 50 Dealers and Exhibitors selling rocks, fossils, minerals, crystals, gemstones, opals, beads and jewelry. Kids Areas. Includes the original “Memphis Rock Banquet” a full table display of rocks that look like real food; contact WC McDaniel, (901) 490-3575; Email: info@theearthwideopen.com; Website: www.theearthwideopen.wixsite.com
27-28—DOVER, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Annual show; Southeastern New Hampshire Mineral Club; Dover Elks Lodge, 282 Durham Road (Route 108); Sat. 10-4, Sun. 10-4; $5 Adults, children under 12 Free (must be accompanied by adult; The 19th Annual Earl & Melvina Packard Rock, Gem & Mineral Show. Large venue with many fine dealers of Gems, Minerals, Jewelry and more. Silent auction every ½ hour and door prize drawing every hour. Rock saws running to open your geode treasures, cabbing demonstrations both days and a “Kid’s Dig” area; contact Brian, (207) 606-9721; Email: cshore108@yahoo.com; Website: www.senhmc.org/
27-28—ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA: Annual show; Dale’s Rocks & More; Furniture & Things Community Event Center, 1000 School St NW; Sat. 9-4, Sun. 9-4; All Ages! Kids 14 & Under free with paid adult; Combining two fantastic shows into one Spectacular Event! Where Rocks, Gems & Crystals share space with other Artisans & Creations! Mark your Calendars for this fun indoor family-friendly! Rocks, Crystals & Artisans presenting their finest; contact Dale Fure, (612) 708-8279; Email: dalesrocks_more@outlook.com; Website: Dale’s Rocks & More on Facebook
February 2023
2-4—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Show and sale; United States Faceters Guild; Old Pueblo Lapidary Club, 3118 N Dale Ave; Thu. 10-5, Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-9; See website for admission details; A great event to learn Faceting, or hone your skills, presentations on dopping, heating, using software, stone evaluation, machine demonstration, door prizes, stone competition, and the Faceters Hob Nob to finish it off Saturday night; contact David Smith, 520-907-5527; Email: David@beadholiday.com; Website: USFacetersguild.org
4-5—MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA: Show and sale; Central Brevard Rock & Gem Club; Kiwanis Recreation Center, 951 Kiwanis Island Park; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $6 adults, $1 off coupon available on website or Fl today advertisement, children under 12 are free with an adult; We will have about 25 vendors selling, rocks, minerals, specimens, gems, slabs, handmade and fabricated jewelry and findings. There will be a sluice and spinning wheel primarily for the kids and those young at heart. Silent auction and raffles will be running both days; contact Roz Mestre, (321) 431-0159; Email: roz.mestre@att.net; Website: www.centralbrevardgems.com
9-12—TUCSON, ARIZONA: Annual show; Tucson Gem and Mineral Society, Inc; Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Avenue; Thu. 10-6, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Ticketed event – Open to the Public – Retail Sales – This Show is for all ages – Adults, Seniors, Kids, etc.; 68th Annual Tucson Gem and Mineral Show® THEME: SILICA – Agates and Opals and Quartz, Oh My; contact Tucson Gem and Mineral Society, Inc, (520) 322-5773; Email: tgms@tgms.org; Website: www.tgms.org/show
11-12—OAK HARBOR, WASHINGTON: 57th Annual Sweetheart of Gems Show; Whidbey Island Gem Club; The Center in Oak Harbor, 51 SE Jerome St; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; free; Door Prizes, Member Displays, Vendors, Demonstrators; contact Victoria Lovett; Email: vick_o_rama@hotmail.com
18-19—GEORGETOWN, TEXAS: Annual show; Williamson County Gem & Mineral Society; The Community Center at San Gabriel Park, 445 East Morrow Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults 13 and older $3: Kids 6-12 $2; Under 6 are free. Cash only, no large bills; 52nd Annual WCGMS Gemboree Gem Show! Featuring twelve of the finest vendors, Wheel of Fortune game, silent auctions, hourly door prizes, grand prize drawing for one adult and one youth at 3:30 pm on Sunday. Rolling Rock club meeting at 9 am on Sunday; contact Janet OPella; Email: wcgmsgemboree@gmail.com; Website: www.facebook.com/WilliamsonCountyGemSociety
18-19—ANTIOCH, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Antioch Lapidary Club; Contra Costa County Fairgrounds, 1201 West 10th Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; ADULTS – $6, Kids 12 and Under and Scouts in uniform Free with Paid Adult, Active Military with ID – free; Variety of Dealers featuring Gems, Minerals, Fossils, Meteorites, Crystals, Beads, Jewelry and more. Activities include Rock & Gem Identification, Demonstrations, Educational Displays, Silent Auction, Free Kids Activities. Something for everyone and every age; contact Kelly Plumb, (510) 693-9075; Email: Kellyplumb900@yahoo.com; Website: Antiochlapidaryclub.com
24-26—CLARKDALE, ARIZONA: Annual show; Mingus Gem & Mineral Club; Clark Memorial Clubhouse Auditorium, 19 N. Ninth Street; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free; Dealers, wire-wrapping and geode-splitting demonstrations, agates, fossils, gems, beads, findings, cabochons, crystals, geodes, rock slabs, tumble-polished minerals, handcrafted jewelry, carvings and unique gift items; Kids Corner offers free mineral specimens for children 12 and under; contact Bill Hedglin, (928) 634-0269; Email: billkarin3@q.com; Website: www.mingusgem.club
25-25—LAKELAND, FLORIDA: Annual show; Bone Valley GM&FS; First Presbyterian Church of Lakeland, 175 Lake Hollingsworth Dr, P.O. Box 906; Sat. 9-4:30; $3 Adults, Children under 18 and teachers Free; Door prizes, spin & win mineral wheel, kids treasure dig, educational displays, silent and chance auctions, lots of dealers selling rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry, gifts, hobby supplies; contact Jim Reed, (863) 255-0651; Email: BoneValley.info@gmail.com; Website: www.bonevalley.net/
25-26—BOISE, IDAHO: Annual Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show; Idaho Gem Club; Expo Idaho, 5610 Glenwood; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 kids under 12 free; We offer demonstrations, showcases, kid’s games, silent auction, & loads of vendors; contact Brent Stewart, (208) 342-1151
25-26—JACKSON , MISSISSIPPI: Annual show; Mississippi Gem and Mineral Society; Mississippi Trade Mart on the State Fairgrounds, 1200 Mississippi Street; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-4; Adults $8: Students $3: Scouts & Leaders in Uniform $2: Children 5 & under Free; Over 25 dealers of gems, fossils, minerals, jewelry, lapidary tools, beads, and more. Demonstrations of Lapidary art including flint knapping, cabochon cutting, and jewelry making. Exhibits and educational opportunities by colleges and State organizations. Childrens Activities; contact Leslie A Lane, (601) 344-8171; Email: rock2lanes@gmail.com; Website: www.missgems.org
25-26—VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Vallejo Gem and Mineral Society; Solano County Fairgrounds, McCormack Hall, 900 Fairgrounds Drive, Vallejo CA 94589; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $6, kids under 12 free; Gems, geodes, fossils, beads and minerals from around the globe. Discover lapidary and stone crafts from vendors and live demonstrations. Something for everyone! Silent auction, geode cuttings, and games of chance and discovery for kids; contact Debra Duhon, (415) 254-1506; Email: dduhonvgms@gmail.com; Website: vjgems.co/
25-26—ANCHORAGE, ALASKA: Spring rock and gem show; Chugach Gem and Mineral Society; Midtown Mall, 600 E Northern Lights Blvd; Sat. 10-7, Sun. 12-6; free; free parking; contact Paul Burger; Email: cavemonpaul@hotmail.com
March 2023
3-5—PORTLAND, OREGON: Annual show; 71st Oregon Agate and Mineral Society Annual Show; OMSI (Oregon Museum of Science and Industry) Auditorium, 1945 SE Water Avenue; Fri. 9:30-5:30, Sat. 9:30-5:30, Sun. 9:30-5; free; Demonstrations and exhibits showcasing lapidary and creativity skills, jewelry, kids corner, rock, mineral, and slab sales, rock food table, touch table and much more! (no vendors); contact Sonia Watt; Email: sonywatt@yahoo.com
3-5—FOREST GROVE, OREGON: Annual show; Tualatin Valley Gem Club; Forest Grove National Guard Armory, 2950 Taylor Way; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $1; children 12 & under free with adult; 64th Annual Rock and Gem Show Vendors, Displays, Door Prizes, Silent Auction, Kid’s corner fun, Demonstrations; contact William Harvey Jr; Email: WLHARVEYJR@msn.com; Website: www.tvgc.org
3-5—NEWARK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mineral and Gem Society of Castro Valley; Newark Pavilion, 6430 Thornton Ave; Fri. 10-4, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-3; $10/3 day; $6/day; under 13 Free w/adult; Family-friendly, Educational event. 35+ dealers, local & from across the country: Jewelry, Supplies, Gemstones, Rocks, Fossils, Minerals, Crystals, Opals, Faceted Gems, Beads. Fluorescents. Exhibits. Gem ID. Kids Spin Wheel. Geodes. Door Prizes. Auction, Sat. 2 p.m. Hand crafted – Raffle $1; contact Cathy; Email: showchair@mgscv.org; Website: mgscv.org/show.html
4-5—CALDWELL, IDAHO: 69th Annual Show – Rock & Gem Show 2023; Owyhee Gem & Mineral Society; OConner Field House, 2207 Blaine; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $5 kids 11 and under free with adult; Dealers, Demonstrators, Blacklight Display, Wheel of Gems, Sand Dig, Grab Bags, Door Prizes Every Half Hour, Raffles, Silent Auction, Grand Prize; contact Paul Deveau, (208) 994-8025; Email: devidaho@q.com; Website: www.OwyheeRocks.com
4-5—MERIDEN, CONNETICUT: Annual show; The Lapidary & Mineral Society of Central CT; Maloney High School, Gravel Street; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $5; Minerals, gemstones, crystals, exhibits, and much more; contact Tom Benedict; Email: meridenmineralclub@gmail.com; Website: www.lmscc.org
4-5—WILMINGTON, DELAWARE: Annual show; Delaware Mineralogical Society; DoubleTree by Hilton, 4727 Concord Pike (Rt-202); Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; Seniors (60+) $5, Adults (18-59) $6 ($5 with coupon), Juniors (12–17) $3, Scouts in Uniform & Children under 12 Free when accompanied by a paying adult; Family Friendly show features educational exhibits of mineral, lapidary and fossil specimens; a roster of fine dealers of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry; raffles of interesting specimens and a children’s area, where youngsters may purchase inexpensive mineral and fossil specimens; contact Christine Verdi; Email: 1DMS.President@gmail.com; Website: https://www.facebook.com/Delaware-Mineralogical-Societys-Annual-Gem-Mineral-and-Fossil-Show-109057331950888
4-5—ANCHORAGE, ALASKA: Spring Rock and Gem Show; Chugach Gem and Mineral Society; Midtown Mall, 600 E Northern Lights Blvd; Sat. 10-7, Sun. 12-6; free; Free Parking, 2-weekend event; contact Paul Burger; Email: cavemonpaul@hotmail.com
4-5—VENTURA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Ventura Gem & Mineral Society; Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Free! Fairgrounds does charge a parking fee; 50 exhibits of gems, minerals, fossils & lapidary arts; on-going demos of lapidary arts & jewelry making; raffle prizes & silent auctions; a Second-Hand Treasures Store & plant sale; 15+ dealers; children’s activities & free resources for teachers. A SoCal tradition for 6 decades & counting; contact Richard Slyker, (805) 312-8467; Email: info@vgms.org; Website: www.vgms.org
4-5—ISSAQUAH, WASHINGTON: Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show; East KingCo Rock Club; Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Avenue NW; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free; We have 26 gem, jewelry and mineral dealers, gem and mineral displays, stone sculpture exhibit, kid’s activities, silent auction, Whats My Rock identification and hourly door prizes; contact Kim Villines, (425) 828-3872; Email: earthlightgems@gmail.com; Website: EastKingCo.org
10-11—COLVILLE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Panorama Gem and Mineral Club; Northeast Washington Fairground, 317 West Astor; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-5; Free Admission; Venders, display cases, black light display, kid’s activities; contact Johnie Pitman; Email: jgpitman@outlook.com; Website: panoramagem.com/
10-11—RICHBORO, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Leidy Microscopic Society; Advent Lutheran Church, 45 Worthington Mill Rd; Fri. 12-6, Sat. 9-6; $25 half table – $40 full table- Visitors $5 Fri & $10 Sat (includes lunch on Sat.); 46th Leidy Micromount Symposium Study and explore mineral specimens enhanced by magnification through the microscope; contact Donald McAlarnen, (610) 247-5097; Email: donmcalarnen@outlook.com; Website: leidymicroscopical.com
10-12—APPLE VALLEY, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Victor Valley Gem & Mineral Club; 47th Annual Stoddard Wells Rockhound Tailgate, Stoddard Wells Rd; daily 9-5, daily 9-5, daily 9-5; Free; When arriving, please take 1-15 toward Barstow to Bell Mtn Rd / Stoddard Wells Rd Exit 157 & Dale Evans Parkway. Vendors offering slabs and cabs, findings and equipment, minerals and fossils, rough materials, handcrafted and faceted jewelry, family field trip to marble varieties; contact Mark Lantz, (760) 243-2330; Email: president@vvgmc.org; Website: vvgmc.org
10-12—AUGUSTA, GEORGIA: Annual show; Augusta Gem & Mineral Society and Aiken Gem & Mineral Society; Julian Smith Casino, 2200 Broad Street; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; $4 Daily Pass or $6 Weekend Pass – Children under 12 FREE with paying adult; Member Display Cases, Lapidary Demonstrations, Educational Resources, Hourly Door Prizes, Treasure Dig, Grab Bags, Geodes Sold & Cut, Grand Door Prize, Snack Bar Dealers: Gold Silver, Fine & Everyday Jewelry, Loose Gemstones, Cabochons, Slabs, Crystals, Minerals, Fossils, Treasures, Beads & More; contact Wayne Parker; Email: agams.club@gmail.com; Website: www.aikengmfs.org or www.agams.club
10-12—VICTORVILLE, CALIFORNIA: Retail show; Victor Valley Gem & Mineral Club – Stoddard Wells Rockhound Tailgate; 15056B Seventh Street, Stoddard Wells Road, 11473 Mint St; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-5; Free Admission; contact Mark Lantz, 760-243-2330; Email: president@vvgmc.org
10-12—KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI: Annual show; Association of Earth Science Clubs of Greater Kansas City; KCI Expo Center, 11730 NW Ambassador Dr, 2102 SE Shale Ridge Dr; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; Adults $7, 2-day pass $12, 3 day pass $18, Child 5-12 $4, Child 4 & under Free,; Free Parking. Special exhibits, fluorescent minerals, flintknapping, lapidary demonstrations, 60+ retail dealers; wholesale dealers, identification booth, gold panning lessons. silent auctions, scholarship benefit auction Saturday evening; contact Bruce Stinemetz, (816) 795-5159; Email: kcgemshow@yahoo.com; Website: kcgemshow.org
11-12—NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Show and sale; New York Mineralogical Club; High School of Fashion Industries, 225 West 24th Street New York GYM 3rd Floor; Sat. 10-6, Sat. 11-5; Admission $6 per person and 12 years under free with a paid adult; Free lectures and hourly door prices, dealers from far and near with a large selection; contact Mohamed Bary, (347) 247-6568; Email: barygems@gmail.com; Website: barygems.com
11-12—FILER, IDAHO: 73rd Annual Rock, Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show; Magic Valley Gem Club; Twin Falls County Fairgrounds, 215 Fair Avenue; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $2 children under 12 get in free if accompanied by an adult; Member display cases, dealers rough and jewelry work, door prizes, youth games, demonstrations, polished rock grab bags, silent auction and more; contact Sam Marsh; Email: bigdawg66@yahoo.com ; Website: magicvalleygemclub.org
11-12—TURLOCK, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mother Lode Mineral Society; Stanislaus Fairgrounds, 900 North Broadway; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $8, kids 12 and under free; Animatronic dinosaur for kids to touch; contact Belinda Wendland; Email: bwendx2@yahoo.com
11-12—KALISPELL, MONTANA: Gold, Gem, and Mineral Show; Northwest Montana Rock Chucks; Flathead County Fairgrounds, Expo Building, 265 North Meridian Road; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; Admission $2 high school age and up, children middle school and younger – free; Our rock show features a wide variety of items from our vendors; demonstrations and displays by our club members and the local gold prospectors group; silent auctions featuring items from local rockhounds, fossil collectors, and flint knappers. Our kids corner is one of the most popular attractions; contact Lloyd Fager, (608) 436-0780; Email: oldgrayelf@sbcglobal.net
17-19—ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Albuquerque Gem & Mineral Club; Expo NM State Fairgrounds, 300 San Pedro NE; Fri. 10-6, Thu. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Fri. $2, Sat. & Sun. $5, kids under 13 Free; Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral, Jewelry Expo, in the Creative Arts Bldg. Enter Gate 3 @ San Pedro and Copper. 50 + dealers, mineral specimens, jewelry, cabochons, beads, fossils, slabs, rough, petrified wood, tools, equipment Door prizes, silent auctions, junior table, displays; contact Paul Hlava, 505-850-7524; Email: paulhlava@q.com; Website: www.agmc.info
17-19—JACKSON, MICHIGAN: Annual show; Michigan Gem and Mineral Society; Jackson County Fairgrounds – American 1 Event Center, 128 W. Ganson; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5; Adults: $4, Seniors $2, Students $1 – 4 and under FREE. Veterans FREE on Friday and Boy/Girl Scouts in uniform Free; Everyone Welcome! Family Fun for All! We have: GEMS, MINERALS, ROCKS, FOSSILS, HOURLY RAFFLE, BIG RAFFLE, EXHIBITS, LAPIDARY SUPPLIES, HUGE SILENT AUCTION, DEMONSTRATORS, DOOR PRIZES, BEADS AND JEWELRY. We also have fun activities for the kids in the family. Would love to see you; contact Sally, (517) 522-3396; Email: saltoosal2@yahoo.com; Website: mgmsrockclub.com Facebook: Michigan Gem and Mineral Society
17-19—MARIETTA , GEORGIA: Annual show; Bellpoint Gem Show; Cobb Civic Ctr, 548 S. Marietta Pkwy; Fri. 10-5:30, Sat. 10-5:30, Sun. 10-4:30; $8 Admission (cash only); 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
18-19 Gaithersburg Maryland, 57th Annual Show, Gem Lapidary & Mineral Society of Montgomery County Maryland. LOCATION: Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 16 Chestnut St Gaithersburg MD. Free Parking.
Hours: Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 11am-5pm
More than 40 exhibits, 20 dealers, hourly door prizes. Free specimens for kids, Mini mine for kids, Fluorescent mineral tent, Demonstrations of Faceting, Beading, Jewelry Making, Physics and Gold panning. Visit www.glmsmc.com for a $1 off admission coupon.
email: info@glmsmc.com
18-19—CENTRAL POINT, OREGON: Annual show; Roxy Ann Gem & Mineral Society – Crater Rock Museum; The EXPO – Seven Feathers Arena, 1 Peninger Road; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $5,12 and under free; contact Liz Ellingson, (541) 664-6081; Email: craterrockgemshow@gmail.com; Website: www.craterrock.com
18-19—LEMOORE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Lemoore Gem & Mineral Show; Trinity Hall, 470 Champion St; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Free; Featuring gems & minerals from around the world! Fossils, Jewelry, Beads, Stone Carvings, Lapidary Rough, Geode Cutting, and Artisan Jewelry; contact Dave Morrell, (559) 362-8904; Email: lemooregemandmineralclub@gmail.com; Website: www.facebook.com/AndLemoore
18-19—SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Santa Clara Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Road, 16344 Shady View Lane; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults: $6, Kids 12 & under Free, Military & first responders & their dependents free with valid ID Free Parking; Beautiful gems and minerals, kids discovery corner, demonstrations, exhibits, hourly prizes, and touch table; contact James Fox, (408) 356-7711; Email: jfox152@comcast.net
18-19—MISSOULA, MONTANA: 28th Annual Hellgate Gem, Mineral, Fossil, & Lapidary Sale; Hellgate Mineral Society; Hilton Garden Inn, 3700 North Reserve St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-5; $3, children 14 and under free with adult admission; Vendors selling all aspects of the lapidary trade. Demonstrating cab making, faceting, wire wrapping & flint knapping. One table especially for the kids, where they dig through the gravel and pick out gemstones. We also have a club table, selling grab bags, a florescent mineral tent, and cases; contact Neil Maier or Lora Hall; Email: info@hellgatemineralsociety.org; Website: hellgatemineralsociety.org
24-26—CLOVIS, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Fresno Gem and Mineral Society; Clovis Rodeo Grounds, 748 Rodeo Drive; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; free admission, all ages; The 3rd Annual Central Valley Gem & Mineral Show, sponsored by the Fresno Gem & Mineral Society, presents a great show for viewing, learning about and purchasing minerals, fossils, gems, beautiful handmade jewelry & much more; contact Peggy J Keating-Bolm, (708) 822-0361; Email: peggykeatingbolm2@gmail.com; Website: www.facebook.com/events/941764213213343/?ref=newsfeed
24-26—SPOKANE, WASHINGTON: 62nd Annual Gem, Mineral, & Jewelry Show; Rock Rollers Club of Spokane WA; Spokane County Fair & Expo Center, 404 N. Havana at Broadway; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; General Admission $8; Seniors and Military $7; Scouts in uniform and Children 12 and under FREE; Dealers, showcases, children’s activities and door prizes! Admission good all weekend Free Parking See us on Facebook: Spokane Rock Rollers Gem Mineral & Jewelry show; contact Steve Koon; Email: silakoondioxide@yahoo.com; Website: www.rockrollers.org
24-26—LOVELAND, COLORADO: Annual show; Fort Collins RockHounds Club 60th Annual 2023 Club Gem & Mineral Show; The Ranch/Larimer County Fairgrounds, Thomas M McKee Building, 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland, CO 80538; Fri. 4-8, Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-4; Adult admission is $4 for one day or $7 for a 3-day pass. Student (12-18 years old) admission is $1. Children under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult. (Admission is cash only. The dealers take plastic.); Club exhibits will feature Jade and petrified wood. Metro State University hosts rock identification educational experience. Door prizes, two grand prizes, grab bag sales, children’s activity table, demonstrations, and the silent auction are ongoing. Our dealers have everything for rockhounds; contact Nancy Howerter, (970) 206-9569; Email: fcrockhounds@gmail.com; Website: www.fortcollinsrockhounds.org
25-26—JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Badger Lapidary & Geological Society; Craig Center, Rock County Fairgrounds, 1301 Craig Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-4; Free admission, Goodwill donations appreciated; Please join us for our 52nd Annual Rock, Gem, Fossil & Mineral Show. Tons of kids activities, Speakers throughout the weekend, Vendors in beautiful minerals, fossils, gems & jewelry, Club displays, Demonstrations & our Amazing Fluorescent Display; contact Laurie A Trocke, (608) 935-0597; Email: laurie.trocke@landsend.com; Website: Badgerrockclub.org
25-26—FERNDALE, WASHINGTON: 61st Annual Rock and Gem Show; Mt. Baker Rock and Gem Club; Pioneer Pavilion, 2007 Cherry Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free; Vendors and displays on hand; contact Wes Gannaway; Email: debnwes@comcast.net; Website: www.mtbakerrockclub.org
25-26—TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Sierra County Rock and Gem Society; Sierra County Fair Barn, S Broadway St @ Hyde; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; Rough & Finished Rock, Slabs, Cabs, Beads, Jewelry, Petrified Wood, Fossils. Field Trips, Presentations, Demos. Gold and Sapphire Panning. Wheel of Fortune. Family Friendly. Door Prizes; contact Dan Lorimier, (575) 740-2927; Email: scragssierracounty@gmail.com; Website: scrags.org
25-26—CANTON, OHIO: Annual show; Stark County Gem and Mineral Show; Stark County Fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Seniors 55 and older $4, kids (6 to 14) $1, Scouts in uniform free; Door prizes, gem and mineral dealers with lapidary items, jewelry, beads, rock slabs, gem and mineral specimens. We have a fluorescent display, kids games, silent auction for kids and adults; contact Vicky Waltz, (330) 862-2162; Email: fvwaltz46@live.com
25-26—POCATELLO, IDAHO: Annual show; South East Idaho Gem and Mineral Society (SEIGMS); Bannock County Fairgrounds, 10588 Fairground Dr; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $3 Children under 12 free when accompanied by an adult; We will feature vendors, silent auction, demonstrations, fossil dig, spin the gem wheel, door prizes, awesome displays, and more; contact Joe Rodriguez; Email: rodrider4@msn.com
25-26—WYSOX, PENNSYLVANIA: Annual show; Che-Hanna Rock & Mineral Club, Inc; Wysox Vol. Fire Hall, 111 Lake Road, PO Box 224; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults – $3, Students – $1, Under 8 free; Special exhibit by Susquehanna River Archaeological Center, fluorescent mineral program, kids mini-mine, geode cutting, dealers selling minerals, gems, fossils, jewelry; contact Bob McGuire, (570) 928-9238; Email: uvbob1942@gmail.com; Website: www.chehannarocks.com
31-2—RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA: Annual show; Tar Heel Gem & Mineral Club; Kerr Scott Bldg, NC Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd; Fri. 3-7, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; free; Club areas – Hospitality with grab bags, free magazines, membership and raffle prize tickets, Geode of club purchased geodes, cut open, Silent Auction for both children and adults of minerals, fossils and jewelry and Demonstration with artists wire wrapping, making gem trees and cutting stones; contact Cyndy Hummel, (919) 779-6220; Email: mchummel@mindspring.com; Website: tarheelclub.org
31-2—WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gem Shows; South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $8 Adults. Kids 12 and Under Free. Veterans/Military/First Responders $1 off regular admission. One admission good for all 3 days; Free Parking. 24,500 sf of fabulous vendors including jewelry, gemstones, crystals, rocks, beads, minerals, rough, fossils and more; contact Jerri A Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com
April 2023
April 1 – EDMONDS, WASHINGTON: Sunday, April 2; 10am – 5pm; Maplewood Rock & Mineral Sale; Maplewood Rock & Gem Club; 8802 196th St SW; Edmonds, WA 98026; A variety of vendors offering rocks, gems, jewelry, slabs, cabochons, minerals, fossils, rough, beads, and more. Big and small. Natural and carved. All unique! All ages are encouraged to come to this FREE event. Free parking. Our mission is to encourage the exploration and appreciation of the solid earth sciences including geology, fossils, minerals, and gems. Located in beautiful Edmonds, WA, we are one of the oldest rock and gem clubs in the Puget Sound area, active since being established in 1951. Maplewood Rock and Gem Club is a non-profit 501(c)(7) organization.
1-2—LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: Annual show; Lincoln Gem and Mineral Club, Inc; Lancaster Event Center (Lincoln Room), 84th Street and Havelock; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-5; $6 per adult or $11 2-day pass Children under 11 and with paid adult – FREE; Youth booth, dealers, exhibits, demonstrations, fluorescent display, and a FREE Nebraska Gem Dig. Over 4,000 free parking spaces. Bring the postcard or advertisement or canned food for the Food Bank of Lincoln and receive $1 off admission; contact James Marburger, (402) 430-6703; Email: James.Marburger@outlook.com; Website: www.lincolngemmineralclub.org/
1-2—ELK RIVER, MINNESOTA: Show; Dales Rocks & More; Furniture and Things Community Event Center, 1000 School St NW; Sat. 9-4, Sun. 9-4; $1 Adults / 14 and under Free with Adult; Come & enter an exciting world where artisans are showing their one-of-a-kind pieces! We are coming together to present unique Rocks, crafts and collections! It is amazing; contact Dale Fure, (612) 708-82; Email: dalesrocks_more@outlook.com
1-2—SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Annual show; Northwest Arkansas Gem & Mineral Society; Siloam Springs Community Building, 110 N. Mt. Olive Street; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults, $3. Children under 10, free; Arkansas Rocks! is our theme, with rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry galore. Kids Corner area features childrens activities. Educational displays featuring club members findings. Lapidary Demonstrations to show how rocks are cut and polished. Silent auction and door prizes all day; contact DeLane Cox, (479) 254-0894; Email: delanec3@earthlink.net; Website: Facebook: NWAGMS
1-2—TAMPA, FLORIDA: Annual show; Tampa Bay Mineral & Science Club; FL State Fairgrounds – Special Events Center, 4800 US 301, Enter through MLK Jr. entrance; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; $10 at the door, $8 if purchased in advance, through club website; Parking is free. ATM out front. Inside event with A/C. Concession stand. Over 63 vendors, offering rough, slabbed, cabbed, rocks, geodes, minerals, crystals, jewelry, and fittings. A special kids section with: a sluice, rock IDing, blacklights, microscope, cornhole and rock painting; contact Greig Lundergan, (813) 684-2039; Email: tbmscshow@gmail.com; Website: tampabayrockclub.org
1-2—DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Des Plaines Valley Geological Society; Des Plaines Park District Leisure Center, 2222 Birch St, 530 Timber Dr; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 10-4; Please check with club for admission details; Rocks, Gems, Fossils, Jewelry. Childrens Area. Free Parking. Silent Auction. Door Prizes. Raffle Prizes. Mineral identification available; contact Frank Edward Lavin, (815) 222-8197; Email: Nival42@hotmail.com
1-2—CHICOPEE, MASSACHUSETTS: Annual show; Connecticut Valley Mineral Club; Castle of Knights, 1599 Memorial Drive; Sat. 9:30-5, Sun. 9:30-3:30; Adults $5, kids 12 & under free with paid adult, scouts in uniform free with paid adult; Free parking, free mineral specimen for kids, Door Prize Drawings, Exhibits, Food available onsite. CVMC is a non-profit educational organization; contact Barbara Meyer, (978) 394-3144; Email: bjmeyer56@yahoo.com; Website: www.cvmineralclub.org
1-2—SWEET HOME, OREGON: 73rd Annual Sweet Home and Mineral Show; Sweet Home Rock and Mineral Society; Sweet Home High School Gym, 1641 Long Street; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults – .50, Children 12 and under free with adult; Displays by skillful artisans and devoted hobbyists. Demonstrations by lapidary artists, such as cabochon creation, wire wrapping, flint knapping, and geode preparation. Vendors offer a wide variety of gems, minerals, fossils and slabs. Activities for adults include raffles and door prizes; contact Ed Anderson, (541) 451-2740; Email: ela4rocks@gmail.com
7-9—OGDEN, UTAH: 70th Gemstone Junction Rock and Gem Show; Golden Spike Gem and Mineral Society; Golden Spike Event Center, Weber County Fairgrounds, 1000 N 1200 W; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; (Donation) Adults $5; Students 12 – 18 $3; Children under 12 free with an adult; EXPLORE: Wheel of Fortune, gem search, touch & See area with rock specimens, visit dinosaur park fossil experts, buy a grab bag, watch lapidary demonstrations, see Mr. Bones walking dinosaur puppets VISIT: OVER 25 DEALERS selling Fossils, Rocks, Minerals, Gold, Jewelry, Beads, Gemstones, Supplies; contact Margie Miller, (385) 205-9187; Website: goldenspikegem.org
7-9—PENSACOLA, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gem Shows; Pensacola Interstate Fair, 6655 Mobile Hwy, 9016 122nd Av; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $5 Adults. Kids 12 and under Free. Teens/Veterans/Military/First Responders $1 off. Admission good for all three days; Free Parking. 20,000 sf of fabulous vendors. Jewelry, gemstones, crystals, rocks, minerals, beads, fossils, rough and more; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com
8-9—MARIPOSA, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Mariposa Gem and Mineral Club; Mariposa County Fairgrounds, 5007 Fairgrounds Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $3 for adults, kids 14 and under are free, parking is free; We’ll have a large raffle, silent auction, geode cutting, and delicious food, as well as mineral specimens, rough lapidary, jewelry and much other rock-related items; contact Meredith Meehan; Email: mgmc@sti.net; Website: mariposagemclub.org
14-16—DANVILLE, INDIANA: Annual show; American Gem, Mineral And Jewelry Shows LLC; Hendricks County Fairgrounds, 1900 E Main St; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-4; Adults $7, Ages 11-17 $2, Free admission for age 10 and under; Vendors offering Gems, Minerals, Jewelry, Beads, Fossils and Meteorites; contact Alan Koch; Email: agmjs3@gmail.com; Website: www.americangemshow.com
14-16—RICKREALL, OREGON: WAMS River of Gems 66th annual rock show; Willamette Agate and Mineral Society; Polk County Fairgrounds, 520 S Pacific Hwy W; Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 per person 18 and older, 17 and younger are free; There will be dealers, demonstrators, display cases, silent auctions, oral auction, a fluorescent exhibit, and games for the kids; contact Ken Stubenrauch; Email: wams.riverofgems@gmail.com; Website: www.WAMSI.net
14-16—SOUTH JORDAN, UTAH: Annual show; Wasatch Gem Society; Bastian Agricultural Center, 2100 West 11400 South; Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; $2 adults, kids 12 and under free; Door Prizes, Wheel of Fortune, Kids Table, Show and Tell, Demonstrations, Show Case Displays, Crystals, Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Wood, Gemstones, Jewelry, Dino Bone and more; contact Roberta Chase, (801) 541-7569; Email: roberta.chase@outlook.com
14-16—PLANT CITY, FLORIDA: Retail show; H & R Gem Shows; Sadye Gibbs Martin Community Center, 1601 E Dr MLK Jr Blvd, 9016 122nd Av; Fri. 10-5, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; $5 Adults. Kids 12 and Under Free. Teens/Veterans/Military/First Responder $1 off. Admission good for all 3 days; Free Parking. 15,000 sf of fabulous vendors. Jewelry, gemstones, crystals, rocks, minerals, beads, fossils, rough rocks and more; contact Jerri Heer, (419) 344-9999; Email: hrgemshows@gmail.com; Website: hrgemshows.com
15-16—MARION, ILLINOIS: Annual show; Southern Illinois Earth Science Club, Inc; Pavilion of the City of Marion, 1602 Sioux Dr; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $2, Children 18 and under free; Educational displays, rocks, minerals, fossils and jewelry. Fluorescent displays, silent auctions, raffle, spin-n-win artifacts and more; contact Michael Chontofalsky, (618) 532-0455; Email: chontofalsky@att.net; Website: siesclub.org
21-23—WICHITA, KANSAS: Annual show; Wichita Gem & Mineral Society; Cessna Activity Center, 2744 George Washington Blvd; Fri. 9-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults: $5; Young People: 13-17: $1; Children 12 and under (with adult): FREE; Wichita’s 69th annual Gem & Mineral show is themed Earth’s Hidden Treasures. April 22 is Education Day; contact Gene Maggard, (316) 742-3746; Email: gandpmaggard@gmail.com; Website: www.wgmsks.org
21-23—YAKIMA, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Yakima Rock and Mineral Club; Central Washington State Fair Park Modern Living Building, 1301 South Fair Avenue; Fri. 10-4, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; Adults $6, $1 off with coupon, Students $2, K – 12 years old free with paying adult; Sparkling Parade of Gems – 2023 – Celebrating our 60th Show. Jewelry Dealers, Children’s Activities, Rock, Mineral & Fossil Dealers, Grab Bags, Wheel of Fortune, Door Prizes, Raffle, Silent Auctions, Special exhibits and displays. Food will be available, Free Parking at Gate #5. There are nearby RV parks; contact Marti Sondgeroth, (509) 910-3484; Email: marthams@q.com; Website: www.yakimarockclub.com
22-23—CUYAHOGA FALLS,, OHIO: Show and sale; Akron Mineral Society and Summit Lapidary Club; Emidios Expo Center, 48 E Bath Rd, 2028 Tallmadge Rd; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5; Adults $5, Seniors (55+) $4, Children 7-14 $1. 6 and under and Scouts Free; Our vendors will feature Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Gemstones, and Jewelry plus supplies. We have lapidary displays, youth activities, demonstrations of lapidary arts and mineral identification. We have geode cracking, silent auction, door prizes, food trucks. Free parking, handicap accessible; contact Evelyn Tryon, Vendor Chair, (330) 673-9664; Email: Gemboree76@gmail.com
29-30—WEST SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Annual show; West Seattle Rock Club; Alki Masonic Temple (West Seattle), 4736 40th Avenue SW; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-5; free; Silent Auction, Vendors, Demonstrations, Activities for Kids; contact Annette Nelson, (206) 379-3677; Website: www.westseattlerockclub.org
29-30—EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN: Annual show; Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society; Eau Claire County Expo Center, 5530 Lorch Ave; Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4; Free; 59th Annual Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society Show & Sale. Featuring Fluorescent Minerals, Jewelry, Gemstones, Minerals, Agates, Geodes, Fossils, Petrified Wood, Rock Art, Beads, Supplies, Copper & Silver Finds, Crystals, Amethyst, Books & Rough Rock. Activities for Children. Demonstrations; contact Paul Tubbs, (715) 834-5747; Email: CVGMS2017@gmail.com
29-30—TROY, OHIO: Annual show; Miami County Gem & Mineral Club; Miami County Fairgrounds, 650N. Co. Rd. 25-A; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $3 – Free admission for age 17 and under; Dealers selling minerals, fossils, specimens, jewelry and gems; Demonstrations and displays; Activities for children; contact Dewey Buck, (937) 308-3012; Email: deweybuck12@gmail.com; Website: www.mcgamc.org
29-30—IRVINE, KENTUCKY: Annual show; SE KY Gem, Mineral, & Fossil Club; Estill Co. Schools Central Office, 253 Main St; Sat. 9-6, Sun. 10-3; free; contact David Davis; Email: redandblackrocks@yahoo.com; Website: www.mountainmushroomfest.org
29-30—KENNEWICK, WASHINGTON: Annual show; Lakeside Gem and Mineral Club; Benton County Fairgrounds, Building 2, 1500 South Oak Street; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4; $5 children 14 and under free with paid adult; Exhibits; Gem, Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Dealers; demonstrations including cabochon fashioning, gemstone faceting, gem trees, sphere making, silversmithing, wire wrapping; silent auction; junior activities; door prizes; raffle; Fluorescent displays; Geode cracking; tailgating Sunday morning; contact Larry Hulstrom, (509) 308-8312; Email: rockhound132@charter.net; Website: www.lakesidegemandmineralclub.com
29-30—DOVER, NEW HAMPSHIRE: Annual show; Southeastern New Hampshire Mineral Club; The Dover ELKS LODGE, 282 Durham Road (Route 108); daily 10-4, daily 10-4; $5 Adults, children under 12 Free (must be accompanied by adult); Large venue with many fine dealers of Gems, Minerals, Jewelry and more. Silent auction every ½ hour and door prize drawing every hour. Rock saws running to open your geode treasures, cabbing demonstrations both days and a Kids Dig area; contact Brian, (207) 606-972; Email: cshore108@yahoo.com; Website: https://www.senhmc.org/
29-30—ELMA, WASHINGTON: 55th Annual Rock Show; Grays Harbor Rock and Gem Club; Grays Harbor County Fair and Event Center, 43 Elma-McCleary Road; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4:30; free; Silent auction. Kids spin a wheel. Demonstrations. 1/2 hour drawings. Vendors. RV parking; contact Gary Emberley, (360) 533-6196; Email: melissa624@hotmail.com
May 20-22, Wisconsin: Annual show; Muellner Building (Hart Park); 7300 W Chestnut St, Wauwatosa; Sat. 10-4:30, Sun. 10-4:30; Admission $3 or 2 for $5, Accompanied children are free, Admission and Kitchen are cash only; parking is free; Please join us for the Wisconsin Geological society’s Rock & Gem show at the Muellner building in Hart Park Wauwatosa, Enter on 72nd st. We have 23 dealers, club displays, UW Milwaukee Geoscience Department table, door prizes, a free kids activity area, kitchen with food and baked goods. Contact wisgeosociety@gmail.com, https://www.wigeo.org/
June 24-25: The 56th annual Gilsum Rock Swap & Mineral Show features more than 65 rock and gem dealers, swappers ,and collectors from around the world offering beryl, quartz crystals, fossils, meteorites, semi-precious stones, gemstone and wire-wrap jewelry, and rocks and minerals of all sorts. Displays range from newly found specimens in the rough to fossils, prized collector’s pieces and hand-crafted jewelry. This family event includes panning for minerals, a chicken barbeque, a special presentation on NH mineral collecting, and ham and bean dinner with homemade pies. The event takes place at the Gilsum Elementary School grounds, 640 Route 10 in Gilsum, NH. We are 8 miles north of Keene, and about 2 hours from Boston. Admission is free; donations graciously accepted. Show hours are 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Saturday and 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sunday, rain or shine. Website: https://gilsum.org/rockswap/