Kansas City Gem, Fossil, Mineral Show this weekend!

KC Mineral Show

Kansas City Gem, Fossil, Mineral Show this weekend!
http://www.kcgemshow.org/

Annual mineral show; Greater Kansas City Association of Earth Science Clubs; KCI Expo Center, 11730 NW Ambassador Dr., , Exit 112th St. off I-29 or KCI Exit (Cookingham Dr.) off I-435; Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-7, Sun. 10-5; adults $6, ages 5-12 $3, free for children 4 and under; 60 retail and wholesale dealers, special exhibits, lectures, demonstrations, scholarship benefit auction 7 p.m. Saturday

The 58th Annual GEM & MINERAL SHOW

Presented by the Association of Earth Science Clubs

Of Greater Kansas City

Will be held at The KCI Expo

11730 NW Ambassador Dr., KCMO 64153
Mineral Show Hours:

Friday, March 8, 2019 10:00 am to 8:00 pm

Saturday, March 9, 2019 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Auction at 7:00 pm

Sunday, March 10, 2019 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Adults $6.00
2 day passes $10.00
3 day Passes $14.00
Children 5-12 $3.00
Children 4 & underfree
Cash Only, Front Gate!
Goals and Purposes

The goals and purposes of the Association of Earth Science Clubs of Greater Kansas City are educational and scientific in nature.

They are: to promote interest in geology and lapidary arts; to encourage the collecting and display of rocks, gems and minerals; to encourage field trips of a geological, mineralogical or lapidary nature; and to encourage greater public interest and education in gems and minerals.

The clubs of the Association make donations to the Midwest Federation, the American Federation of Mineralogical Societies, and the Scholarship Fund. The Association has established its own scholarship fund and presents scholarships each semester to several college students. Our aim is to help deserving students further their education in the earth sciences.

Various clubs members are available to present programs and lectures with slides to the public. Schools, youth groups are given special invitations and area teachers are given rocks and mineral specimen collections to teach and enjoy at their schools.

The Association of Earth Science Clubs of Greater Kansas City members would like to thank you for attending our show. You have contributed to the achievement of our goals.

KC Mineral Show
KC Mineral Show

Our Show

Our mineral show is held at the KCI Expo Center, 11730 NW Ambassador Dr. Kansas City, MO 64153. Take the 112th St. exit off I-29 and go to Ambassador and turn left. The building is approximately a half mile from the stop light on the left hand side of the road or take the KCI Exit (Cookingham Drive) off I-435.

As always there was a wide variety of retail dealers selling a wonderful assortment of rocks and minerals, fossils, lapidary work, jewelry and gemstones, beads and beading supplies, and supplies…the list is just too long to cover completely!

The wholesale area will be in operation where those with valid tax ID’s in the gem, mineral, beading, and jewelry trades can purchase products and supplies. This area closes one hour before the show ends.

This mineral show is eagerly anticipated by thousands of area residents as one of the premier shows in the mid-west. Visitors will see special displays of rocks and minerals, lapidary work of all kinds, live demonstrations of lapidary, bead making and jewelry fabrication techniques. Static displays include fossils and fossil identification, club-member displays, and a special area for children.

We also have a large non-retail swap area and special displays for schools. Friday is the day that educators and youth leaders bring their students and youth groups on field trips. Each day there will be lectures and slide presentations that visitors can attend.

Valuable door prizes will be given away,all three day, to lucky show visitors.

Saturday night, after the mineral show closes, a public auction of donated items from our retail and wholesale dealers will be held at 7:00 pm. On Saturday and Sunday afternoon several silent auctions will be held during the show, just behind the information booth. All auction proceeds go to the Association’s Scholarship Fund. Several scholarship recipients benefit from the proceeds of this year’s show auctions.


If you would like more info on local Mineral shows and rockhound clubs click on the American Geode News page for up to date listings and links to Gem Show, Mineral Show, and Fossil Show announcements. American Geode updates our rockhound news twice an hour and showcase the top mineral shows and rockhound news in the USA and the World. Also, follow American Geode on Twitter for even more rockhound events, commentary, and laughable quips from American Geode. https://twitter.com/AmericanGeode

San Francisco Crystal Fair, March 9-10. 2019!

THE GREAT SAN FRANCISCO CRYSTAL FAIR
March 9-10
Saturday 10am – 6pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm

San Francisco County Fair Building

(formerly The Hall of Flowers)

1199 9th Avenue (at Lincoln Way)

just inside Golden Gate Park

Admission $12 (free for children 12 and under accompanied by adult)
The Crystal Fair is a magical mix of crystals, minerals, beads, jewelry, and the healing arts. It takes place 6 times a year in 2 different locations. With over 40 vendors at each show, there are thousands of items available at affordable prices.
Directions
(scroll down for Walnut Creek and The Hall of Flowers)

To the Great San Francisco Crystal Fair at Ft Mason:

From the East Bay: Take the Bay Bridge to the Fremont St. exit; exit and go right onto Howard to Embarcadero and turn left; follow Embarcadero (about 2 miles) to Bay Street and turn left. Take Bay (about 2 miles) to Buchanan and turn right. Cross Marina Blvd., and make a sharp right into the Fort Mason Center parking lot. Building A is the first building on your left.

From Marin: Take Hwy 101 across the Golden Gate Bridge and keep to the left to the end of the freeway which becomes Marina Blvd. Take Marina Blvd. to Buchanan, turn left and then an immediate sharp right into the Fort Mason Center parking lot. Building A is the first building on your left.

From the Peninsula: Take Hwy 101 north to the 9th St. exit. Take 9th to Hayes and turn left. Take Hayes to Franklin and turn right. Follow Franklin to Bay Street and turn left; continue on Bay Street to Buchanan and turn right. Cross Marina Blvd., and make a sharp right into the Fort Mason Center parking lot. Building A is the first building on your left.


If you would like more info on local Mineral shows and rockhound clubs click on the American Geode News page for up to date listings and links to Gem Show, Mineral Show, and Fossil Show announcements. American Geode updates our rockhound news twice an hour and showcase the top mineral shows and rockhound news in the USA and the World. Also, follow American Geode on Twitter for even more rockhound events, commentary, and laughable quips from American Geode. https://twitter.com/AmericanGeode

CFMS Annual Mineral Show in Pasadena, March 8-10!

CFMS Mineral Show

CFMS Annual Mineral Show in Pasadena, March 8-10!

CFMS Mineral Show
CFMS Mineral Show

Organized in 1936, The California Federation of Mineralogical Societies (CFMS) was created to bring about a closer association of Clubs and Societies devoted to the study of Earth Sciences and the practice of Lapidary Arts and Crafts in the Western part of the United States.

Dates & Times
Friday, March 8, 2019 10 am – 5 pm
Saturday, March 9, 2019 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday, March 10, 2019 10 am – 4 pm

Adult (18 and over) $5.00
Junior (12 to 17) $4.00
Child (11 and under) FREE (with paid adult)
Senior (60 and over) $4.00
Active Military $4.00

https://pasadenalapidary.org/2019-show/
Representing 100 gem and rockhound clubs statewide, the California Federation of Mineralogical Societies proudly presents its 2019 CFMS Annual Show & Convention – California’s Natural Treasures. We invite you to attend and experience…

Mountains, deserts, and the Pacific Ocean have endowed our state with uniquely rich geological resources – and a richly diverse history, with people coming from all over the world to mine, study, build, and make things of beauty. We celebrate them all.
Educational displays, activities for kids, fine jewelry, and lapidary crafts – from stone pendants in colors chosen by Mother Earth to polished spheres like planets – you’ll find rock-related fun on all sides and demonstrators to show you how it’s all done. For the whole family, we’re sharing an exciting way to enjoy Nature through the rockhounding hobby. Don’t miss the Raffle!

This year the Pasadena Lapidary Society will be hosting this annual event. Many of its club members and friends will be volunteering their time in an effort to put on an unforgettable show.

CFMS Mineral Show
CFMS Mineral Show


If you would like more info on local Mineral shows and rockhound clubs click on the American Geode News page for up to date listings and links to Gem Show, Mineral Show, and Fossil Show announcements. American Geode updates our rockhound news twice an hour and showcase the top mineral shows and rockhound news in the USA and the World. Also, follow American Geode on Twitter for even more rockhound events, commentary, and laughable quips from American Geode. https://twitter.com/AmericanGeode

Kanawha Rock & Gem Club Show and Sale! Save the Date!

Kanawha Rock and Gem Club

Kanawha Rock & Gem Club Show and Sale! Save the Date!

Kanawha Rock and Gem Club
Kanawha Rock and Gem Club

October 19-20; 47th annual Kanawha Rock & Gem Club show and sale. So. Charleston Community Center; 601 Jefferson Road; Sat 10-6, Sun 10-5; Admission $3.50. Children 12 & under free. Gemstones, minerals, plant and animal fossils, beading supplies and one-of-a-kind hand-crafted jewelry. Lapidary demos, soapstone carving instruction, gold panning, mini-mine, scavenger hunt with prizes, geode cracking, free kids crafts. Parking is free. Contact Robbin Maxwell, PO Box 4414, Clarksburg WV 26502, (304) 695-1586; e-mail: mystical.gifts@hotmail.com

http://www.kanawharockandgemclub.org/about.html
About Kanawha Rock & Gem Club:
CLUB PURPOSE
The collection and study of rocks, minerals, and fossils and the sharing of knowledge and expertise in these fields.

The study and practice of lapidary and the sharing of knowledge and expertise in this and related fields.

To cooperate with educational and scientific institutions or other groups engaged in increasing the knowledge and popular interest in Geology, Mineralogy, the Lapidary arts and related subjects.

NEW MEMBERS WELCOME!
Individual as well as family memberships are available. The annual cost of an individual membership is $15 and $20 for family. The club welcomes children, and includes a special youth group! Many family friendly activities are conducted by the club, including:

Crafts and Jewelry Making using Rocks and Gemstones
Field Trips to Museums, Caves and Exhibition Mines
Educational Videos
Field Trips in search of fossils, rocks and gems
Guest Lecturers
Socializing with fellow rock and gem enthusiasts
Annual Rock and Gem Show!

Kanawha Rock & Gem Club welcomes visitors to come and visit the club and attend a meeting before committing to a membership!


If you would like more info on local Mineral shows and rockhound clubs click on the American Geode News page for up to date listings and links to Gem Show, Mineral Show, and Fossil Show announcements. American Geode updates our rockhound news twice an hour and showcase the top mineral shows and rockhound news in the USA and the World. Also, follow American Geode on Twitter for even more rockhound events, commentary, and laughable quips from American Geode. https://twitter.com/AmericanGeode

Cave House Museum of Mining and Geology Show

Cave House Museum

Cave House Museum of Mining and Geology Show of jewelry, gems, minerals, and fossils is September 28-29, 2019!

Cave House Museum
Cave House Museum

Welcome to the Cave House Museum 2019 Jewelry, Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show and Sale!!
Dates and Times: Saturday September 28, 2019 from 9-5 and Sunday September 29, 2019 from 9-4.
Show setup begins at 2PM on Friday, September 27, 2019.
Venue: The Pavilion at Howe Caverns, 255 Discovery Drive Howes Cave, NY 12092. This is an indoor
venue with heat and electricity and will be locked overnight. The facility has room for 24 booths.
Proceeds: Proceeds will go towards completing the renovation of the historic Cave House Museum of
Mining and Geology. The museum is an educational, not-for- profit organization that provides educational
opportunities for the children of all ages and promotes the history of the Howes Cave area, the need for
mining and the importance of geology in modern life.

About the Cave House Museum: https://howecaverns.com/about-cave/

A new era began for Howe Caverns on April 19, 2007 when the 220 shareholders of Howe Caverns, Inc. sold the company to two local men, Charles M. Wright and Emil J. Galasso. Both men vowed to invest several million dollars in improvements to Howe Caverns over the coming years.

Mr. Galasso is also the founder of the Cave House Museum of Mining & Geology on the site of the original Howe’s Cave located on land adjacent to Howe Caverns. The vision for the future of these properties includes joining the present Howe Caverns to Lester Howe’s original cave on the site of the museum so that visitors may see the natural wonder as they did in the 19th century.

The new owners continue to fulfill their vision for a renewed Howe Caverns to expand the tour beyond the current Lake of Venus. Eventually, this work will unite the entire cave system as it was found when Lester Howe discovered it in 1842. Walkways, lights and bridges will need to be installed. The 875 feet of cave destroyed by mining in the early 1900’s will need to be recreated.

Since 2007, visitors can now view the Cave House Museum at various times during the year.
The Cave House Museum is a restoration project and is expected to take several years for completion.


If you would like more info on local Mineral shows and rockhound clubs click on our News page for up to date listings and links to Gem Show, Mineral Show, and Fossil Show announcements. We update our rockhound news twice an hour and showcase the top mineral shows and rockhound news in the USA and the World. Also, follow us on Twitter for even more rockhound events, commentary, and laughable quips from American Geode.