Two Gem shows to end the month
The Gatton Gem Show is an annual event organized by the Gatton Lapidary Club INC, typically held at the Gatton Shire Hall in Gatton, Queensland, Australia. This event showcases a diverse range of gems, minerals, fossils, and lapidary-related items. Visitors to the Gatton Gem Show have the opportunity to explore various gem dealers and traders, engage with experts in the field, and potentially purchase gemstones and related products. The event often features activities such as guessing games, where attendees can estimate the number of gems in a bottle for a small fee per guess.
The Gatton Gem Show offers an educational experience for attendees, providing insights into the world of lapidary arts, gemology, and geology. It serves as a platform for enthusiasts, collectors, and hobbyists to connect, share knowledge, and appreciate the beauty and diversity of gemstones and minerals. The event typically attracts visitors from Gatton and surrounding areas, as well as individuals with a keen interest in gems and lapidary work from across Queensland and beyond.
Event by Gatton Lapidary Club INC
Gatton Shire Hall
Duration: 7 hr
Public · Come join us for the Gatton Gem Show! Free Entry!
Gems, minerals, fossils, Lapadry, supplies, beads, jewelry, findings, hot food, cold drinks, tea and coffee
Gatton, Queensland
Rock Swap 2024
The Illawarra Lapidary Club Inc. hosts an annual event known as the Rock Swap at Stuart Park in North Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia. The Rock Swap for the year 2024 is scheduled to take place on February 25th from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This event offers a platform for enthusiasts and collectors to come together to buy, sell, and trade rocks, minerals, gems, and lapidary-related items. Admission to the Rock Swap is typically free, and it attracts individuals with a passion for lapidary arts and geological specimens.
At the Rock Swap event, attendees can explore a diverse range of rocks, minerals, fossils, and lapidary crafts brought by vendors and collectors. It provides an excellent opportunity for visitors to expand their collections, learn about different types of rocks and minerals, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. The event often features displays, demonstrations, and educational activities related to lapidary arts and earth sciences.
The Illawarra Lapidary Club Inc. organizes the Rock Swap as part of its efforts to promote interest and education in lapidary crafts, which involve working, forming, and finishing stones, minerals, and gemstones. The event serves as a community gathering where people with similar interests can share knowledge, experiences, and stories related to rocks and minerals. It contributes to fostering a sense of camaraderie among members of the lapidary community in the Illawarra region.
When: February 25th 2024
Where: Stuart Park, North Wollongong
Time: 8 – 2pm
Don’t miss out on expanding your Lapidary collection, stalls will be selling Minerals, Fossils, Rough, Equipment, Books and Jewellery!! Kids Rock Scramble on at 12 Noon!
Admission is FREE
