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TAILINGS OCTOBER EDITION

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3923, Chino Valley, Arizona 86323 www.prescottgemmineral.org

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******Organized to foster the development of amateur lapidary and jewelry craftsman, to foster an interest in mineral collecting, to

present educational programs designed to improve knowledge, craft skill and to promote public interest in these areas.

Affiliations:

AFMS – American Federation of Mineral Societies www.amfed.org

RMFMS – Rocky Mountain Federation of Mineral Societies www.rmfms.org

ESM - Earth Science Museum www.earthsciencemuseum.org

Officers of the Club/Committee Chair Persons/Volunteers President………………Linda Loschke.…… 928-225-6110.….. Term Concludes 2016.…… Board Member

VP Programs…………..Vacant…….………. ……………………….Term Concludes 2015…… Board Member

VP Field Trips….……. Shane Slay……………. 928-642-5385…. Term Concludes 2016…….. Board Member

Secretary………………Dayle Wilson………… 445-9167.………. Term Concludes 2015……. Board Member

Asst. Secretary…………Robin Albert………… 928-925-1654…….Term Concludes 2015

Treasurer……………….Carol Gilson………… 928-778-1878…… Term Concludes 2015…… Board Member

Independent Director….. John Munday………… 928-772-9053.…. Term Concludes 2016…… Board Member

Club Liaison……….…..Stephanie Allen..……. 928-541-9571.….. Term Concludes 2016……. Board Member

Past President/Director…Ronnie Whorton……. 925-8911.……………………………............... Board Member

Show Chairman…..……Melanie Capps………..208-818-2363…. . Volunteer Position ……….. Board Member

Newsletter Editor………Maggi Lieber………… 520-831-4860.….. Volunteer Position

Membership.………..….Debbie Ramsey……….928-379-6983 …. Volunteer Position

Membership Assistant…Joan Albrecht…………..541-9114..……… Volunteer Position

Photographer/Historian…Vince Albert…………. 928-925-1654.….. Volunteer Position

Educational Liaison…….Vacant…………………………... Volunteer Position

Hospitality ……………..Gail Walker……………277-0068.……… Volunteer Position

Greeter .………………..Charlotte Picasso………928-632-7781.… Volunteer Position

Sunshine Lady..………. Gail Walker…………….928-277-0068……Volunteer Position

Raffles/Silent Auction…Sharon Holly..…………443-8992………. Volunteer Position

Donna Ellis ………….. 928-916-2442.….. Volunteer Position

Margie Rathbone…….. 636-2101.………. Volunteer Position

Terri Greminger………710-0370.……….. Volunteer Position Web Master…………… Lynne Duncan…… 379-6061.………. Volunteer Position

T-Shirt Sales……………Doris Edelman…..……928-237-9113…. Volunteer Position

Future Rockhounds of …Karyn Bee…………… 928-237-4876.…. Volunteer Position

America Vacant………………………. .…. Volunteer Position

Coffee Crew…………….Bob & Diane Heise……237-9135.…… Volunteer Position

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ANNUAL DUES

Individual Membership………………..$ 12.00

Family Membership …………………..$ 18.00 (A family consists of people living in your household, at the same address)

An additional charge of $6.00 will be added to anyone requesting the newsletter be mailed to them, rather than emailed.

Membership dues will be used to fund the Club, to pay for membership in the Rocky Mountain and American Federations. ($1.50) per adult

member and children over 12, and for liability insurance ($.65 per member)

It’s time to pay your 2015 club dues. You may either mail them to the club or pay them at an upcoming meeting. The mailing address is :

Prescott Gem and Mineral Club

PGM Membership

P.O. Box 3923

Chino Valley, AZ. 86323

Program Meetings: The club meets on the 1st Saturday of the month at 9:30 AM at the Moose Lodge at 6501 E. 6th

Street in Prescott Valley, AZ.. Lectures, slide shows, guest speakers and videos on a variety of subjects. Board

meetings are held at 5:00 PM at the clubhouse at 430 S. Montezuma Ave. Prescott. Be sure to verify meeting dates

and times as occasionally dates and times change. Any questions, call President Linda Loschke at 928-225-6110.

Future General Meeting Date: July 11

No Meeting in Aug September 5 October 3 November 7 December 5 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

PPLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN BOARD MEETING DATES!! Future Board Meeting Dates: July 15

August 19 September 16 October 21 November 18 December 16 (If Held) Anyone planning to attend a board meeting, please call Pres. Linda Loschke, 928-225-6110, to be sure to get on the agenda.

Don’t forget our Show and Tell opportunities. If you have an item or items that you would like to share with the entire club,

please contact Steve Ellis at 928-916-7371 prior to meeting day so he can schedule time.

TO ALL MEMBERS

All members new and old PAY YOUR DUES EARLY! Pay by mail, make checks payable to PGMC at

PO Box 3923 Chino Valley, AZ 86323 or in person. Families $18 Single $12. Exact amount is greatly

appreciated.

NEW WORKSHOP HOURS Tuesday 1 - 4 and 5 - 7

Wed and Thu 1 - 4 Saturday 1 - 4 (Starting 9/26)

Address is 438 Montezuma (actually on S. Granite), Suite B, Prescott.

Call Steve Dudar 201-873-9675 for more information.

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FRANK OXBORROW Frank Oxborrow passed away September 27, 2015. Frank was an active member of our rock club for many years. He held the positions of Secretary, Treasurer and Programs on the board and was the photographer and Historian for many years. Frank was instrumental in working with the town of Prescott Valley to enable us to have our show at the Prescott Valley Event center. Rock On Frank. You will be missed.

YOU KNOW YOU’RE A ROCKHOUND IF………… **** You associate the word "hard" with a value on the the Mohs scale instead of "work". ****

WOW, Prescott Gem and Mineral now has a Facebook page and here’s the link! https://www.facebook.com/pages/Prescott-Gem-and-Mineral-Club/1634964643402533?ref=aymt_homepage_panel Check it out to see some great pictures of the Gem Show!!

Sunshine Lady

If you know of someone that is having surgery, has had a major trauma, is seriously ill or has lost a close loved one, please

let me know so that I can send a card from the club.

Gail Walker - 928-277-0068 or gawalkeraz@cableone.net

Junior Rockhound News October 3 - Fluorescent Minerals November 7 - Lapidary Workshop 11 to 3 December - Holiday Banquet with PGMC (see newsletter) Meeting times are 1- 3pm, unless they are a field trip. All meetings are held at 3701 N. Starlight Dr., Prescott Valley, AZ 86314. Please call (928) 237-4876 for more information.

Karyn Bee

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Shane Slay - Vice President Field Trips 37 people went on the field trip on September 19 to Perkinsville Road, Chino Valley. All had a good time and collected some

good specimens.

Next field trip is to Diamond Point (above Payson) on October 24 for crystals and fossils. We will leave Blue Hills Café in

Dewey at 7:30 a.m. Any car will make the trip.

Shane Slay Vice President Field Trips

Monthly Raffle Contributions We are seeking unique or unusual rocks, specimens and lapidary jewelry for the monthly raffle. The more variety we have, the better the participation and buyer gratification. Please label the items if possible with the name of the material and where it was discovered. Drop off any contributions at the raffle table or contact Sharon Holly for pick-up. Thank you!

Thanks! Sharon Holly – Raffle/Silent Auction Volunteer

Vice President Programs

Here is a run down of the programs remaining for 2015. Hope you enjoy them.

October - Speaker Pat McMahan on Agates of the World

November - Steve Muslins _ Geologist

December - Holiday Party

VP Programs - Vacant

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UPCOMING ELECTION

Coming soon at the November 2015 general meeting of the PGMC is the election of three new club officers for the next two years. These positions are: Vice President for Programs, Treasurer and Secretary. With this message I'm asking the members to consider volunteering for these positions. Brief position descriptions for these offices were published in the September Newsletter. If you feel moved to volunteer, please contact me at pcloschke@gmail.com or call me at 928-277-9281. I would seriously encourage you to volunteer because your ideas and experiences are needed to keep the club vital and growing. Thank you for your consideration and future service. Paul LoschkeElection Chairman

Here is a Brief Descriptions of Positions Up for Election This Coming November

VP for Programs – this person makes arrangements for programs, speakers or demonstrations for each monthly General Meeting. This person is also responsible for the audio/visual equipment for the club.

Secretary – this person is responsible for taking minutes at the monthly General Meetings and Executive Board Meetings. This person maintains club records which includes meeting minutes, Club Rosters and other historical records. These records are stored in the storage container located at the Prescott Rodeo Grounds.

Treasurer – this person has the responsibility and authority of assigned Club funds, including the receipt and disbursement of those funds. This person prepares financial reports for the Club Officers and Members. This person must be familiar with Microsoft Quick Books, which is the software used for the financial reports. If you would like to run or nominate someone for one of these offices, please contact me at pcloschke@gmail.comor call 928-277-9281. Paul Loschke, Elections Chairman

PGMC rolls out the welcome mat to the following new members!!

Laura Quan * Bonnie Pearson * Lisa Anetsberger

Bring a potential new member to our next meeting!!!

Thanks - Debbie Ramsey, Membership Volunteer

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FOR SALE

Use the column to let other club members know about the great stuff you have regrettably decided to sell. In other

words, list whatever equipment or other paraphernalia, rock related only, you have for sale. Send

your information to fluffierox@hotmail.com by NLT the 25th of the month for insertion into the newsletter.

BIRTHSTONES BY MONTH Traditionally, a birthstone is associated with each month of the year. For example, the birthstone for January is a garnet, while lucky babies born in April get a diamond as their birthstone. The origin of birthstones is believed to date back to the breastplate of Aaron which contained twelve gemstones. October is another month with two birthstone choices – Opal and Tourmaline

Opal The opal is a fragile hydrated silica material, made of submicroscopic silica spheres held together by more silica and water. It is a soft stone, easily altered in appearance by changes in heat and pressure. This mineral contains varying amounts of water within it that determine the appearance of the gemstone. When water evaporates out of an opal, the stone appears slightly smaller and the stress of the evaporation creates cracks on it. Opals are formed in near-surface volcanic rocks, within cavities and cracks. In sedimentary volcanic ash rock, percolating water in the ground dissolves silica that eventually precipitates to form the opal, sometimes becoming the replacement material for fossils – shells, bones, wood – whose original material had dissolved away. Opals are famous for their “play of colors” – many stones flash the colors of the rainbow when moved, due to the interference of light on small cracks and other internal structural differences. Opals also have characteristic colors due to impurities within the stone. The milky or pearly appearance of some opals are due to inclusions of tiny gas bubbles. Yellows and reds betray the presence of iron oxides. The spectacular black opals that sometimes flash green, blue and red get their color from magnesium oxides and organic carbon within the stone. Perhaps the most valuable opal pattern is the “harlequin,” large angular patches of red, yellow and green resembling the checks on a clown’s costume. The principal source of opals is Australia, noted for its magnificent black opals. Fire opals were first mined in Mexico, and continue to be produced today. In the United States, brilliant fire opals are also found in Nevada. Other commercial sources of opal are Brazil, Honduras, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Japan and Ireland. The name opal is derived from the Sanskrit word “upala,” as well as the Latin “opalus,” meaning “precious stone.” Opal is a gemstone of much variety; the ancient Roman natural historian Pliny once described it in the following way: “… it is made up of the glories of the most precious stones. To describe it is a matter of inexpressive difficulty: There is in it the gentler fire of the ruby, the brilliant purple of the amethyst, the sea-green of the emerald, all shining together in an incredible union.” There is an Indian legend about the origin of the opal. Quoted from Gemstones by Willard Heaps: “…the gods Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva once vied in jealous love for a beautiful woman. This angered the Eternal, who changed the fair mortal into a creature made of mist. Thereupon each of the three gods endowed her with his

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own color so as to be able to recognise her. Brahma gave her the glorious blue of the heavens, Vishnu enriched her with the splendor of gold, and Shiva lent her his flaming red. But all this was in vain, since the lovely phantom was whisked away by the winds. Finally, the Eternal took pity on her and transformed her into a stone, the opal, that sparkles in all the colors of the rainbow.” To ancient Romans, the opal was a symbol of love and hope. Orientals called it the “anchor of hope.” Arabs say it fell from the heavens in flashes of lightning. It was believed to make its wearer invisible, hence the opal was the talisman of thieves and spies. During the Medieval period, a change in color intensity of an opal was believed to indicated if its wearer was ill or in good health. The opal was supposed to maintain a strong heart, prevent fainting, protect against infection, and cleanse foul-smelling air. The stone, as in ancient times, was still regarded as a symbol of hope. But the opal’s reputation changed in the mid-14th century. The Black Death swept across Europe, killing one quarter of its population. The gem was believed to be the cause of death. When worn by someone struck with the deadly plague, it would appear brilliant only until the person died. Then it would change in appearance, losing its luster. In reality, it was the sensitivity of this stone to changes in temperature that altered its appearance, as the heat from a burning fever gave way to the chill of death. In Elizabethan England, the opal was treasured for its beauty. Shakespeare wrote of it in the Twelfth Night as the “queen of gems.” Queen Victoria presented her children with opal jewelry, thus making the the stone popular. But the stone continued to have a mixed reputation, chiefly due to a novel written by Sir Walter Scott in 1887 that depicted it as a stone of evil. In Australia, there is a legend of a huge opal that governs the stars and guides human love, as well as controls the gold in mines. But Australian aborigines see it in a different light – to them, the opal is the devil that lurks in the ground, a half-serpent and half-human with flashes of wicked magic that lures men to destruction.

Tourmaline The alternate birthstone for October is the tourmaline, a gemstone that exhibits the broadest spectrum of gemstone colors. Gem-quality forms of this mineral have in the past been misidentified as rubies, emeralds and sapphires. In fact, a famous tourmaline-the size of a pigeon’s egg-belonging to the Russian Empress Catherine the Great was long thought to be a ruby. The name of this gemstone is believed to derive from the Singhalese (Sri Lankan) word “toramalli,” a term applied to yellow, green or brown stones, that means “something little out of the earth.” Tourmaline is a complex aluminous borosilicate mineral built of crystals with complicated aggregations of sodium, aluminum, boron, oxygen, hydrogen and silicon atoms. Other metals are also present within the crystal structure, and are responsible for the characteristic colors of the gemstones. Pink, for example, is due to the presence of manganese, while ferrous iron, chromium or vanadium betray their presence as green gemstones. Most tourmalines are found in a myriad of colors: yellow, green, red, blue, pink, brown, black. Some even have bi-colored properties. A valued bi-colored variety of tourmaline, found in Brazil, is called the “watermelon.” The outer edges of the gem are green, transitioning to a transparent white zone that gives way to a pink or light red interior. Tourmaline has an unusual property. When it is warmed or rubbed, it attracts small bits of paper, lint and ash. This occurs because the gem becomes charged with static electricity. In fact, Benjamin Franklin used this gem in his studies of electricity. Maintaining a tourmaline exhibit at museums requires frequent cleaning of the gemstone because heat from lights of the display case create a charge in the stone that attracts dust. Compared with other gemstones, tourmalines are a relatively recent discovery. Hence, it lacks the rich lore that accompanies many other precious gems. However, among some people, the stone is known as the “peace stone,” believed to dispel fear and make its wearer calm.

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President’s Message 09-2015 Thanks to Paul Loschke for agreeing to serve as Election Chairman this year. In October Paul will call for nominations, compile a list of candidates and prepare ballots for the November election. We have 3 positions coming up for election in November – Vice President for Programs, Secretary and Treasurer. If you would like to volunteer or would like to nominate someone for one of these positions, please contact Paul Loschke at pcloschcke@gmail.com or call him at 928-277-9281. See the newsletter for a brief description of these positions. Our holiday party is only 2 months away…time to start making something really neat for the raffle. You don’t have to wait to bring it to the party. You can bring your donation to the Raffle ladies this month or the November meeting. See you at the meeting.

Linda Loschke - President

Minutes of Meeting of the Prescott Gem and Mineral Club – September 5th, 2015

The meeting was called to order by President Linda Loschke at 9:30 am. She led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Carol Gilson gave the Treasurer’s Report for August. Income was $16,426.30, expenses $16,033.04, including from the show. The balances in our accounts are $3,047.80 checking, $30,825.39 savings and $30,438.51 money market for a total of $64,311.69. Steve Ellis reported that Brian Beck was here to give his presentation on the Peck Mining District. Steve said he could no longer be the V. P of Programs due to his wife’s illness. He requested someone take over the audio/visual equipment for the general meetings. He has most of the year presentations set up. He resigned from the board. A member Larry Jackson asked how the admission for the show had gotten to be $5. Judy Sullins explained the fee structure, starting from the very first show at the Rodeo grounds. She explained that over the years and with each new venue there had been an increase in the admissions. Vice President of Field Trips, Shane Slay said the Perkinsville trip for Jaraffilite will take place on September 19th. We will meet at 8:00 at the Safeway in Chino Valley. A regular car is ok to take, we will park about 12 miles down Perkinsville road and walk a short distance to the site. Shane asked everyone who would be taking the Montana trip to meet with him during the break. He brought some of the material he found on his trip there. Membership Chair, Debbie Ramsey reported there were a total of 80 members present. We had 8 guests. From the show we had a total of 53 applications and 107 new members to the club. We gave them a warm welcome. Linda asked if there were any changes to the July minutes (no meeting in August) Robin Albert made a motion to accept the minutes as written, Margie Rathbone seconded them and the motion passed. Karyn Bee reported on the Junior Rockhounds. They did a great job at the show and basically ran their own booth and area. They broke their previous record on income from the spinning wheel. Four juniors got a lot of work done on their Federation Badges. Karyn explained how the group worked. They meet on Saturday after our meeting. Today they are working on a map project from the Federation. Ron Whorton said he sold about $450 worth of geodes at the show. The club spent $500 for them and there are a lot left. Ron sold 2 machines at the show that were removed from the workshop to make room for the Genie for a total of $900. He would like to take that $900 and add another $650 to buy another Genie for the workshop. Discussion was held as to whether we should buy a Genie or a Pixie. It was decided that a Pixie would be good and it is a little less expensive. Ron made a motion to use the $900 from the equipment sale and a little more to purchase the Pixie. Dana Ramsey seconded it and the motion passed. Steve Dudar also talked about training classes at the workshop. It was decided that we would try having the

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workshop open again on Tuesdays from 5 -7 and Saturdays 1-4. There is a sign-up sheet for the training classes. Doris Edelman reported on shirt sales and what sizes she had available. Show Chair, Melanie Capps reported on the show. First she thanked all the volunteers who made the show a great success and she presented Ed Sullivan with a check for $50 for doing a super job and for all the extra support and help he gave before, during and after the show. She gave a basic breakdown of the show. Income for 2015: $12,864, for 2014: $8000. An increase of $4,525 Customer count for 2015: 4007, for 2014: 2,600. An increase of 1407 people The show profit was $11,140. Linda announced that we needed to vote on having a show next year. Sully Sullins made a motion to have a show in 2016, Robin Albert seconded it and the motion passed. John Munday explained that the show budget is provided 10% more than last year, but if things increase more than that; Melanie Capps will have to ask the club members to approve more money. Linda Loschke reported that the club’s trailer needs maintenance. She has an estimate to have the trailer sanded, primed and painted for $700, Sully Sullins made the motion to paint the trailer, Ed Sullivan seconded it and the motion was approved. Scholarships were discussed next. Linda said that we had increased to 5 scholarships and would like to have 3 Lapidary classes and 2 Jewelry classes for an expense of $1032 per semester. Jeff Walker mentioned that Intarsia would be a good class also. The board will discuss that. Ron Whorton made the motion to have scholarships for the 5 classes, Ed Sullivan seconded it and the motion passed. Linda announced that Lynne Duncan will take over the website from Bob Smith. Linda asked if anyone would volunteer to be the Election Chairman. Paul Loschke said he will do it. Discussion was held regarding getting more quality items for the show raffle. Dan Hunt said he will make 3 pieces of his jewelry and donate it to the show raffle. He encouraged other members to do the same. John Munday also will make 3 pieces. Ron Whorton will make 1 piece. Dana Ramsey made a motion to take the break. John Munday seconded it and the motion passed. The meeting was called to order and Linda said that Clyde Griffith needed reimbursed $580 for the tires for the trailer. Margie Rathbone made the motion to reimburse and Charlotte Picasso seconded it and the motion passed. Nick Saccketti came up during the break and volunteered to take care of the programs for the rest of the year. Steve Ellis introduced Brian Beck for his talk. After the talk Robin Albert made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 12:00, Stephanie Allen seconded it and the meeting was adjourned and the raffle was held.

Submitted by Dayle Wilson, Secretary

Minutes of Board Meeting of the Prescott Gem and Mineral Club – September 6th 2015

President Linda Loschke called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm. All board members were present except Carol Gilson. Linda asked if there were corrections to the minutes from the August meeting. Stephanie Allen said in her statement about the fluorescence kits, she objected to the disparity of the kit versus our display at the show. She found a short wave lamp for $10 more which she thought was much better. John Munday made a motion to accept the minutes as corrected and Stephanie Allen seconded it. The motion passed. The minutes will be filed as corrected. Programs update: Nick Saccketti will take care of the programs for the rest of the year. Shane Slay, Vice President of Field Trips reported the Montana trip is canceled due to no one wanting to go. He will try to get the trip planned again in the late spring if anyone is interested. Discussion was held on buying fluorescent kits for sale again at the show. If we purchased 12 for $32.50 each we would get free shipping. Stephanie Allen made the motion to purchase the kits, Melanie Capps seconded it and the motion passed.

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Discussion was held on whether to replace the V.P. of Programs or leave the spot vacant until the November elections. The board decided to leave the position vacant for the remainder of the year. At the General Meeting the $350 that was going to be spent on items for the show raffle was questioned. John Munday said there was no reason why the board could not spend money on the show. John Munday and Melanie Caps will be meeting with the Prescott Valley Event Center September 23 to start working on the contract. Past President Ron Whorton has an offer to sell the rock crusher and geodes to another club for $100. Linda Loschke made a motion to sell the crusher and geodes to the other club. John Munday seconded it and the motion passed. Ron made a motion to change the amount of time the foremen were allowed to use the workshop for free to 3 hours once a week, or equivalent to how many hours they put in doing maintenance on machines or being foreman. Melanie Capps seconded it and the motion passed. At the general meeting, 15 members signed up to take the classes at the workshop. Discussion was held on whether to include the Intarsia Class with the scholarships. The board decided we can offer the Intarsia classes if any of the scholarships are unfilled. More discussion was held about getting new lighting for the display cases. Gary Pope will present the idea to the club at some point in the future. Stephanie Allen, Club Liaison showed the Prescott of Commerce Directory and there were some changes to existing phone numbers. John Munday made a motion to adjourn, Stephanie Allen seconded it and the meeting adjourned at 6:15.

Submitted by Dayle Wilson, Secretary

SHOWS IN ARIZONA AND VICINITY - 2015

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2015

30-4—JOSHUA TREE, CALIFORNIA: Annual show; Hi-Desert Rockhounds, Sportsman’s Club of Joshua Tree; 6225 Sunburst Street; Daily 9 am-6 pm; Admission if Free!; Sportsman’s Club of Joshua Tree Gem, Mineral and Craft Show. Over 60 Dealers Featuring Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Gemstones, Jewelry, Beads, Lapidary supplies & items, Mining equipment, Gemstone rough, Findings, Geodes, Slabs, Meteorites, Dazzling crystals, Carvings, Jewelry boxes, New Age items, Gifts, Collectibles, Books, Tools And so much more!; contact Judy & Roger Thompson, 6225 Sunburst Street, Joshua Tree, CA 92252, (760) 902-5340; e-mail: rogerthompson@mac.com; Web site: www.jtsportsmansclub.com/gem.html

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2-4—ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Annual show; Jay Penn, Expo NM ; 300 San Pedro NE, 87108; Fri. 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Sat. 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Sun. 9:00 am-5:00 pm; Admission is Free!; Gem & Mineral show in the Creative Arts Bldg. @ NM State Fairground (Expo NM). Enter Gate 3 @ San Pedro & Copper (west side of the fairgrounds). FREE ADMISSION. 60+ dealers, gemstones, mineral specimens, rough, slabs, jewelry, beads, cabochons, fossils, tools. Contact Jay Penn, 505-883-4195, jaypenn246@gmail.com. Website: abqfallshow.wix.com/abq-fall-show; contact Jay Penn, 2324 Alvarado NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, (505) 883-4195; e-mail: jaypenn246@gmail.com; Web site: abqfallshow.wix.com/abq-fall-show

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2-4—CLARKDALE, ARIZONA: Annual show; Mingus Gem & Mineral Club, Elks Club Lodge, Clarkdale, Arizona; 100 S. Broadway; Fri. 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Sat. 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-4:00 pm; Adults $2, Children are Free with Adult; contact Amy Joe, (505) 204-6881; Web site: www.mingusclub.org 9-11—BUCKEYE, ARIZONA: Annual show; West Valley Rock & Mineral Club, Helzarockin' Rodeo Arena; 802 North 1st Street, Miller Road; Fri. 9:00 am-4:00 pm, Sat. 9:00 am-4:00 pm, Sun. 9:00 am-4:00 pm; Admission is $3.00, Children under 12 are Free!; Helzarockin’ Gem & Mineral Annual Outdoor Show hosted by West Valley Rock and Mineral Club; Downtown Buckeye, Arizona at the Historic Rodeo Grounds, 802 North Miller Road, Fri. 9-4, Sat. 9-4, Sun. 9-4; Adults $3, kids under 12 free admission. Raw rock material for lapidary enthusiasts, gems, jewelry, minerals, fossils, beads and cabochons for sale. Saturday there will be demonstrations and a raffle. Kids enjoy a free rock scavenging hunt daily. Snacks and beverages available. Contact Lara Serbin, 423 Monroe Ave, Buckeye Arizona 85326, cell 602-405-2926, email: lara@serbinstudio.com, website: http://www.westvalleyrockandmineralclub.com. ; contact Lara Serbin, 423 Monroe Ave, Buckeye, AZ 85326, (602) 405-2926; e-mail: lara@serbinstudio.com; Web site: http://www.westvalleyrockandmineralclub.com 10-11—SIERRA VISTA, ARIZONA: Annual show; Huachuca Mineral and Gem Club, Cochise College; 901 N. Colombo Ave; Sat. 9 am-5 am; Admission is Free; 41st Annual Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show. Free admission, free parking, handicapped accessible, child friendly. Vendors inside and outside. Largest selection of geodes around (reasonable prices and free cutting with purchase). Raw and finished stones, finished jewelry, jewelry-making supplies, beads, and lapidary supplies. Hourly raffles (proceeds go to scholarship/educational funds).; contact Maudie Bailey, 5036 S. San Carlos Avenue, Sierra Vista, AZ 85650, (520) 378-6291/(520) 249-1541; e-mail: gmbailey@msn.com; Web site: huachucamineralandgemclub.info

OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2015

30-1—BLACK CANYON CITY, ARIZONA: Annual show; High Desert Helpers, Inc., High Desert Park; 19001 E. Jacie Lane; Daily 9:00 am-4:00 pm; Admission is Free!; 39th Annual Rock-A-Rama Gem & Mineral Show – family friendly, out door, free admission and ample parking. Features 30+ vendors and dealers, minerals, gem stones, jewelry, fossils, crystals, tools, equipment, books, lapidary supplies, gold panning, beading, wire wrapping, faceting, stone carving, gem setting, raffle, rock identification, hourly door prizes, plus food and beverages. ; contact Susan Marley, PO Box 212, Black Canyon City, AZ 85324-0212, 623-295-1970; e-mail: riverdiva@gmail.com; Web site: hgihdeserthelpers.org

NOVEMBER 2015

21-22—PAYSON, ARIZONA: Annual show; Payson Rimstones Rock Club, Payson High School, Longhorn Gymnasium; Corner of W.Longhorn Rd and S.McLane Rd; Sat. 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Sun. 10:00 am-4:00 pm; Students, Adults + Seniors $2.00, Children under 12 free!; Payson Rimstones Annual Gem & Mineral Show Public Service Announcement - 2015 The Payson Rimstones Rock Club from Payson AZ, will be having their 18th Annual Gem & Mineral Show November 21st & 22nd at the Payson High School, Longhorn Gymnasium in Payson, AZ. Parking is located in the school parking lot near the corner of West Longhorn Road and South McLane Road. Admission is $2.00 for adults, Children under 12 are free. Saturday hours are: 9 am to 5 pm, Sunday hours are: 10 am to 4 pm. Gems, minerals, fossils, lapidary equipment, jewelry and jewelry findings, slabs or rough material plus gold prospecting equipment and displays will be available from our vendors. The club sponsors an education center for the children and adults with a geologist to answer questions, a Spinning Wheel (where everyone wins a rock!), a magnificent fluorescent mineral display, with beading and sandstone painting as

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well. A silent auction area for those persons interested in obtaining beautiful minerals and rocks is available too! All our proceeds go toward supporting scholarships for graduating Payson High School students and students who are residents of Northern Gila County attending a college of their choice, as well as books and educational materials for the local elementary schools and public libraries. The Payson Rimstones Rock Club, INC is a 501 © (3) non-profit gem & mineral club setting aside funding for the higher and/or better education of our local children and adults. If anyone has any questions they can call Margaret Jones at 928-970-0857. Thank you, Margaret Jones Show Chair, 2015 Payson Rimstones Rock Club, Inc. 928-970-0857 paysonrimstoneshow@gmail.com or margieaberry@gmail.com ; contact Margaret Jones, P O Box 884, Pine, AZ 85544, (928) 970-0857; e-mail: margieaberry@gmail.com