Thursday, April 7, 2011

Gem, Rock, and Mineral Show

November 12th & 13th, 2011, 9 AM to 5PM
At Highland Community College
2998 W Pearl City Rd, Freeport, IL
In the student center.
Quality displays and Dealers of Mineralogy, Geology, Paleontology, and Archaeology
Family activities for all ages
Free admission, free parking

Friday, April 1, 2011

Geode 'Splode 2011



March 19, 2011 was the annual Geode 'splode get together. It was hosted at Brian & Cindy's house in Warren.




Everyone that came brought a dish to pass, (everything tasted wonderful), there was lots of laughter and of course geode cracking.






We all had a chance to crack some geodes, and it was interesting to see what kind of treasure has been hidden from the world for millions of years.






We all had a great time, and I for one saw many beautiful artwork and jewelry pieces made by my fellow rockhounds. It is amazing to see how the beauty of the earth can be moulded by the imagination and love of these artists. 


I can hardly wait for the picnic this summer!