Events & News

Upcoming Shows

The following are shows and events where I will be selling. Bookmark this page to see the newest additions to the list. Some of the “Click Here” links will take you to other websites.

At this moment, I currently have no shows scheduled. I invite you to check back soon, as exciting updates and future shows are on the horizon.

Other Events

We also want to help local rock clubs and societies get the word out about their shows. While I am not selling at them, they are wonderful places to find treasures and supplies for your next piece.

March 2026

Mar 14, 2026

CRMS 74th Annual Silent Auction, 6 to 9 PM!

First table closes at 6:30 PM. Free admission and parking.
Bid on rocks, crystals, minerals, fossils, geodes, handmade jewelry, lapidary materials, books, magazines and much more! Special selection just for kids. Families welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. Refreshments available.

St. Peter’s United Church of Christ — Gymnasium
8013 Laramie Ave., Skokie, IL.
(At Laramie and Oakton, across from the Skokie Public Library).

Info: Visit their website: https://chicagorocks.org/auction/

May 2026

May 23-24, 2026

Chicagoland Gems & Minerals Association (CGMA) 49th Annual Gem, Mineral, Jewelry and Fossil Show
Sa: 10-6, Su: 10-5.

Adults – $5.00, seniors – $3.00, students (13-17) – $3.00. Active service personnel with ID, scouts in uniform, and children under 13 free.
2-day passes also available.

Free parking. Camping Available.

Over 30 retail and wholesale dealers of gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, books, and much more. Special exhibits by museums and private collectors, gold panning, Kids Korner, silent auction, and door prizes. Live demonstrations of jewelry making, opal cutting, metalsmithing, glass fusing, gem tree creation, and wire-wrapping. Air-conditioned. Food available. Wholesale room requires state tax ID and trade credentials.

The clubs that make up CGMA are Chicago Rocks & Minerals Society (Skokie), West Suburban Lapidary Club (Elmhurst), Earth Science Club of Northern Illinois (ESCONI, Glen Ellyn), South Suburban Earth Science Club (Park Forest), Des Plaines Valley Geological Society (Des Plaines), Elgin Rock Club (Elgin), and Northeast Illinois Gold Prospectors (Mokena).

Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road, St. Charles, IL 60174

Info: Visit Chicagoland Gems & Minerals Association website at: cgmashow.com. Or, contact them at (847)742-9244 or e-mail mkuntz@cgmashow.com.