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March 2016 Vol. 55.03 Austin Gem & Mineral Society Each one teach one THE AUSTIN GEM AND MINERAL SOCIETY, INC. (AGMS) is a member in good standing of the South Central Federation of Mineral Societies and the American Federation of Mineral Societies. Its editors are also members of SCRIBE. The club address is 6719 Burnet Lane, Austin, Texas 78757, and phone (512) 458-9546. The AGMS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Visit our website at www.austingemandmineral. org Contact our webmaster for website updates at DiannH@ austingemandmineral.org. PURPOSE The purpose of the AGMS is to promote interest and education in the various Earth Sciences and other related subjects. MEETINGS The society meets at 7:00 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month except October, which is show set up day. The November meeting will be held on the THIRD Thursday. December is the Officers’ Induction Banquet held on a date to be determined. Board meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month. Show Committee meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month. All meetings are open to anyone. Society officers are listed on the second page of this publication. Please feel free to contact any of them for information Dues for 2015 Annual membership dues are: Adult-$30.00 Couple-$40.00 Junior--$4.00 Table of Contents AGMS Meetings Schedule.................................Page 2 Board Meeting Minutes......................................Page 3 General Club Information...................................Page 4 Change the Newsletter!......................................Page 4 General Meeting Minutes...................................Page 5 Show Committee Meeting..................................Page 6 Whiskey Ridge Fossils.......................................Page 7 Hunts & Events................................................. Page 8 Robert Morriss’ Presentation.............................Page 10 Rockhound Roundup.........................................Page 10 2016 AGMS Swap Meet....................................Page 11 e Stone Chipper President’s Notes: (Continued on page 2) Were you part of the last two meetings? If not, you missed two ENERGETIC speakers. Neither speaker really had a script, instead they fed off comments and questions from the membership. This allowed for further questions and comments from the membership, similar to the old ‘falling domino’ concept. A great INTERACTION between speaker and audience. As I watched this INTERACTION, it dawned on me that we as a club family need to broaden INTERACTION among AGMS. So I asked a member to stand and asked the membership to raise their hand if they knew the member. Several hands shot up quickly, a few rose hesitantly (unsure?) and many did not raise their hand. So what do we owe this to? Possibly, there just isn’t enough INTERACTION among us. True, the special interest groups (SIGs) and Wednesday night workshop users know their contacts well enough. However, do they know many outside their circles? There are many ways to broaden your INTERACTION within AGMS: attend SIG meetings, take or teach classes, use the workshops on Wednesday and/or Saturday, help with GEM CAPERS, be one of the mentors that help school groups and of

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March 2016 Vol. 55.03

Austin Gem & Mineral Society

Each one teach one

THE AUSTIN GEM AND MINERAL SOCIETY, INC. (AGMS) is a member in good standing of the South Central Federation of Mineral Societies and the American Federation of Mineral Societies. Its editors are also members of SCRIBE. The club address is 6719 Burnet Lane, Austin, Texas 78757, and phone (512) 458-9546. The AGMS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Visit our website at www.austingemandmineral.org Contact our webmaster for website updates at [email protected].

PURPOSEThe purpose of the AGMS is to promote interest and education in the various Earth Sciences and other related subjects.

MEETINGSThe society meets at 7:00 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month except October, which is show set up day. The November meeting will be held on the THIRD Thursday. December is the Officers’ Induction Banquet held on a date to be determined. Board meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month. Show Committee meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month. All meetings are open to anyone. Society officers are listed on the second page of this publication. Please feel free to contact any of them for information

Dues for 2015Annual membership dues are:

Adult-$30.00 Couple-$40.00 Junior--$4.00

Table of Contents

AGMS Meetings Schedule.................................Page 2Board Meeting Minutes......................................Page 3General Club Information...................................Page 4Change the Newsletter!......................................Page 4General Meeting Minutes...................................Page 5Show Committee Meeting..................................Page 6Whiskey Ridge Fossils.......................................Page 7Hunts & Events................................................. Page 8Robert Morriss’ Presentation.............................Page 10Rockhound Roundup.........................................Page 102016 AGMS Swap Meet....................................Page 11

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President’s Notes:

(Continued on page 2)

Were you part of the last two meetings? If not, you missed two ENERGETIC speakers. Neither speaker really had a script, instead they fed off comments and questions from the membership. This allowed for further questions and comments from the membership, similar to the old ‘falling domino’ concept. A great INTERACTION between speaker and audience. As I watched this INTERACTION, it dawned on me that we as a club family need to broaden INTERACTION among AGMS. So I asked a member to stand and asked the membership to raise their hand if they knew the member. Several hands shot up quickly, a few rose hesitantly (unsure?) and many did not raise their hand. So what do we owe this to? Possibly, there just isn’t enough INTERACTION among us. True, the special interest groups (SIGs) and Wednesday night workshop users know their contacts well enough. However, do they know many outside their circles? There are many ways to broaden your INTERACTION within AGMS: attend SIG meetings, take or teach classes, use the workshops on Wednesday and/or Saturday, help with GEM CAPERS, be one of the mentors that help school groups and of

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OfficersPresident—Laird [email protected]

1st VP—James [email protected]

2nd VP—Paul [email protected]

Treasurer—Craig [email protected]

Board MembersCindy Murphy–[email protected]

John Curttright –[email protected]

Richard Dorsey –[email protected]

Deborah Johnson –[email protected]

Jan Ozias –[email protected]

Gary [email protected]

Committee ChairsAnnual Show - Chip Burnette [email protected]

Education/Classes - Joyce Hrapsky [email protected]

Field Trips - Sue Postlethwait and John Curttright [email protected]

Junior Advisor - Jackie Fisher [email protected]

Lead Librarian - Laird Fowler, Co-Librarians -Terry Barry and Roger Waguespack (periodicals)

Webmaster – Diann [email protected]

Building Chair - Craig Brandt

Curator - Betsy Gager

Federation/Conservation - Josie Middleton

Historian - Cathy Brandt

Hospitality - Sunny Sturgeon

Membership -Susan Postlethwait

Scholarship - Stretch Young

School Programs - Wing Evans

Sunshine - Fran Ellis

Newsletter Editor - Carolyn [email protected]

[email protected]

AGMS Meetings ScheduleBoard Meeting--1st Tuesday--7:00 p.m.

Minerals SIG Meeting--2nd Tuesday--7:00 p.m.

Capers Show Planning Meeting--3rd Thurs.--7:00 p.m.

General Meeting--4th Thursday--7:00 p.m.

(Continued from page 1)

Secretary—Pauline [email protected]

course, attend the General Meetings. In addition, I am kicking off a NAME TAG initiative for the March meeting. As we learn one another’s name and interest(s), the better our AGMS INTERACTION will be. For those members who wear a NAME TAG a separate ticket will be given. I would prefer a AGMS NAME TAG, but any identifier will do. March’s item will be a thumbnail sized trilobite from Antelope Springs, Utah. Looking forward to seeing everyone March 24th. Let’s raise our INTERACTION. Let’s strengthen our club!

Laird

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Board Meeting MinutesMarch 1, 2016

Present: President, Laird Fowler, James Mercier, 1st V/P, Paul Bordovsky, 2nd V/P, Pauline Denson, Secretary, Craig Brandt, Treasurer, and Board Members John Curttright, Deborah Johnson, Cindy Murphy, Jan Ozias, and Richard Dorsey. Other members present: Cathy Brandt, Sally deGreffenried, and Joyce Hrapsky.

Jan Ozias moved to approve the minutes of the January and February meetings. Craig Brandt seconded the motion and it passed.

Craig Brandt reported (club balances).

Laird Fowler said that the raffle at the general meeting is going to be high-graded, with fewer and better prizes. People who wear name tags will get different colored tickets good for better prizes.Joyce Hrapsky introduced Sally deGraffenried, who has proposed teaching both beginning and intermediate wire wrapping classes in three separate classes. The first class will be a beginning class on March 19, with the price to be advertised later. Samples of her work were passed around. John Curttwright moved to approve Sally to teach the class series. Richard Dorsey seconded the motion and it passed.

Financial tax return status: The CPA has the Show Committee and club’s 2013 and 2014 bank statements. Jan Ozias offered to try to re-create the 2014 financial files.

Laird said that Cathy Brandt will take Susan Postlethwaite’s place as Membership Chair while Susan is away for three months.

Laird handed out the planning calendar previously prepared. James Mercier pointed out that most dates starting in 2016 are wrong because of leap year. Laird said the dates would be corrected. The auction will fall on Saturday, August 13. Deborah moved that it not replace the general meeting that month. John seconded the motion, and it passed.

James handed out copies of the flyer for the swap meet, which is April 9 at the clubhouse. He said that five people had asked for booths so far. Craig said that we should charge for tables, which would encourage people to show up and would also raise some funds for advertising. After some discussion, John moved that we charge $5 per table or equivalent space. James seconded the motion, and it passed. The Board will consider alternative pricing next year.John Curttwright reported on building matters. Paint colors were discussed and a “paint party” will be scheduled. Outside cleanup for the swap meet is scheduled for April 2.

Craig asked if we can pay for three years for web hosting instead of one year at a time, even though the budget authorizes only one. This will be less expensive. The consensus was that he go for the three years.

Pauline commented that the newsletter still showed a Sergeant At Arms position, but there is nothing in the Operating Procedures authorizing the position. This was a position authorized by the Board as a trial several years ago, and no further action was ever taken. After some discussion the consensus was to drop the position.

James suggested that we develop a working relationship with the Tech Shop, as they have some very expensive equipment that we do not have, and they get requests for lapidary equipment use that we do have. He will work on a club brochure that they can use and will explore costs for the club using their equipment.

Several people moved to adjourn.

minutes by Pauline Denson

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The Stone Chipper can now accept non-political AGMS Board-approved paid advertising. If you are interested in placing an ad or have questions about the process, please contact Stone Chipper editor Carolyn Perkins at [email protected].

You can choose from a variety of sizes for your print-ready ad:

Full Page (7” x 8”) ($100 per issue)

Half Page (7” x 4”) ($50 per issue)

Steps to take to enroll in AGMS classes Classes are open to AGMS members whose memberships are current. The fees are minimal.

1. The first step is to sign up on a waiting list. The notebook is at the front desk during general meetings.

2. If unable to attend a general meeting, you can be added to a waiting list via email to [email protected].

3. Write your name and email address in the book CLEARLY. Include your phone number, but more class information and notices are sent to your email address. Phone calls are only in emergencies, i.e., last minute changes, etc.

4. There iscuctor is available and there are several people on the waiting list.

5. If an instructor is available on certain dates but there are not enough people for a particular class, a notice is posted on the Yahoo List and added to the calendar on the club’s website. The club depends on its members to teach classes, so we’re always looking for volunteers. If you or someone you know has a special talent

and would be willing to teach a class, please email [email protected] for more information.

Joyce Hrapsky

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If you are currently not a member of the AGMS List and would like to be, please email Diann at [email protected]. It’s the best way to keep up with the latest AGMS happenings.

THANKS!

The Austin Gem and Mineral Society would like to thank Jim and JoAnn Wiersema of Horizon Environmental Services, for their continuing support of the club by printing The Stone Chipper each month. And a big welcome to Marla Hayes, who will be the new hands-on person at Horizon for duplication of our newsletter. We very much appreciate each of you.

Quarter Page (3 1/2” x 4”) ($25 p.i.)

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There is no extra charge for full color, but mail out copies will be black and white only.

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CHANGE THE NEWSLETTER!

Here’s your chance to be heard! And you can even submit your suggestions anonymously. The format and even content of the StoneChipper are getting a little stale. If you have any thoughts for making it better, I would appreciate hearing from you. You can put your ideas in the Stonechipper mail bin or email me at stonechipper@austingemand mineral.org

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The speaker for the meeting was John R. Moffitt, who spoke on Devonian Trilobites of Morocco.

Chip Burnette said he was leading a field trip to the Thomas Range to collect cherry topaz and red beryl. The owner will set off an explosion, and those on the field trip can then collect specimens. The cost is $200, not including travel and accommodations. Contact Chip if you are interested.

Laird Fowler said that, starting at the next general meeting, everyone will be encouraged to wear name tags so that people will get to know each other. There will be raffles and prizes.

Laird also said that at the last Board meeting the Board decided that no alcohol will be left on the premises, as this is a liability issue. Any alcohol left will be poured out.

Laird also said that the Board will try to ramp up classes this year by encouraging teachers to offer more classes.

The Board will also discuss long-term options on our building at its next meeting.

Cathy Brandt, club Historian, said that after she asked if anyone had documented Gem Capers this year several members sent pictures and show guides and she put together a book. It is available to look at in the foyer.

Susan Postlethwait announced that seventy-two people were present, including lots of visitors, which she introduced to the meeting.

Susan said that the February field trip is Saturday, February 27, to Whiskey Bridge for fossils. Meet at Cook’s Point gas station at 8:30 a.m. The hunt will probably last two to three hours, and there is a museum in Bryan that members might also visit. Harry Hause will lead the March trip to the Deming Rockhound Roundup. He will arrive on Wednesday. The Deming club has field trips on Thursday, Friday,

General Meeting MinutesFebruary 25, 2016

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Multiple-award-winning writer and speaker and past president of Houston Gem & Mineral Society, John R. Moffitt spoke on Devonian Trilobites of Morocco at the February General Meeting.

and Saturday, and there are other places to go in the area. There is a silent auction on Friday night and a live auction on Saturday night.

Deborah Johnson said that there is a “Maker-fest” in Pflugerville on June 4 from 2 to 5 p.m.

James Mercier said that the Tech Shop, which has equipment we do not have, gets requests for lapidary equipment to use. They are interested in a possible partnership. They are located inside Lowes at Hesters Crossing. James said he would take this to the Board.

The raffle was held, followed by Show and Tell.

minutes by Secretary, Pauline Denson

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The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm.

Minutes were approved and submitted with two corrections.

Treasurer: Brian presented the treasurer’s information.

More breakdown items of the National show: Sian: There were some problems with the signs for vendors and the arched signs. Some of arched signs were not found and the coupling for the PVC vendor sign holders were not matched up correctly.

Pauline: She was wondering when the talks are going to be available. Dee will check with Laura but she has been very busy since the show.

Fluorescent room: Alan indicated that they needed to gather more pictures to show on the TV at the table. They had some technical difficulty with the TV and maybe they should try it out first to be sure that it was going to work correctly. Pauline indicated that she received a CD with fluorescent pictures that she would loan it to them for the show.

Dealers: Invite all the dealers back but need a new dealer chair. Contracts should go out immediately as they are due back in May with

half of the booth fee. Chip said he would get with Stretch to see about getting the contracts out.

Advertising: Chip asked what needs to get done and when.

Banners - Susan has someone that changes the dates and she was contacting the city for banner placement.

Magazines - Ads in magazines are usually placed by April. Dee advised Laura does this part but if anyone else wants to do it that would be great.

Radio, TV and Internet - Andrea Elliott worked with Lynn and Stretch to do the rest of the advertising.

Flyers - Stretch indicated that he would continue to do the flyers and show bulletins. The flyers need to be done usually by May if not a little earlier so they can be sent to dealers to hand out and so that volunteers can hand them out. Show dates: Load up is on Wednesday, October 19, Set-up is on Thursday, October 20 and the show dates are October 21 – 23.

Show Theme: Josie motioned that we use Tourmaline for the next show, it was discussed and decided that it would be tabled and brought up to the membership for discussion. We should set-up the theme for at least 3 year.

Committee SOP: Dee advised that we should have all committee chairs do a write up for procedures because we have several committees that are open plus a new Show Chair that needs to know what happens and when.

Meeting adjourned at 8:05 pm.

minutes by Dee Fly

Show Committee Meeting-February 18, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with Barbara

and Wing Evans. Barbara was admitted to

Christopher House this week. She is happy to

have visitors.

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It was a crisp morning. Lunches were packed. Hunting tools stowed safely. The truck was fueled. We were off to hunt fossils!

We met our intrepid hunters at Cooks Point on 21, just east of Caldwell. After a quick review of our quarry we were off!

We hunted on the west bank of the Brazos River.

Whiskey Ridge FossilsFebruary 27, 2016

Our quarry was soon located. Some hunted for the finer, more delicate fossils while some were after the big honkers! There was even a jaw bone uncovered by one of our junior members!

We had 2 guests join us while we were excavating, 2 young men (8yrs old) were watching us and probably were drawn in by Jackie’s’ laughter (so infectious). Terry brought extra tools, Geff had extra baggies and I showed them the what / the how and VOILA! 2 rockhounds were born! They were so excited to bring their finds to show-n-tell on Monday.

There was even an expedition! Two of our younger members and I headed upstream to see what we could find. We found a few mudballs, petrified burrows (crawfish?), a layer of petrified clam scat and a huge raccoon track!

INHALE AND..........................................

by Sue Postlethwait

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AND if that wasn’t enough fun….I had a lead on a place for petrified wood and Brian did online research on a petrified wood site…the same place! So off we were after bigger game! We couldn’t carry it all, really! We will certainly come back to this place!

All in all it was a wonderful trip and to everyone who came....I had a great time!

susan

Don’t forget the New Mexico trip coming up next week! Contact Harry Hause if you plan to go.

Mar 11-13—LLANO, TXLlano Earth Art Fest (LEAF); Grenwelge Park Natural Area; amazing earth art; live music; theme camps; arts & crafts vendors; workshops; rock cimbing wall; kids activities; great food; Rock Stacking World Championship; and more; www.LlanoEarthArtFest.org

Mar 12-13—SAN ANTONIO, TX:55th Annual Fiesta of Gems; Southwest GMS, San Antonio Event Center; 8111 Meadow Leaf Dr.; Seniors $3, Students $2, Children under 6 free; 28 dealers

Hunts & EventsMar 5-6—ROBSTOWN, TX:54th Gem, Mineral Jewelry & Fossil Show; Gulf Coast GMS; Richard M Borchard Regional Fairgrounds, Bldg A, 1213 Terry Shamsie Blvd; adults $5, good for both days; wwwgcgms.org

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Irving Gem and Mineral Show March 24th to 26th (Irving, TX) March 24—26, 2016 Holiday Inn Express Irving Convention Center 333 W John Carpenter Freeway, Irving, TX 75039 (TX-114W exit 348 SNW Hwy/ Hidden ridge Dr. Admission = Free Parking = FreeGems, Minerals, Fossils, Fluorescents from around the world Jewelry, Geodes, Rough 1000s of lbs, Slabs, and more

Apr 9—SAN ANTONIO TX,9 am to 3 pm: Robber Baron Cave Preserve open house.Explore a local cave and experience a piece of San Antonio history rarely open to the public. Robber Baron is an undeveloped, “wild” cave, so sturdy shoes and appropriate apparel is recommended. Caving helmets and lights will be supplied. Admission is free and available on first-come basis; however, donations are greatly appreciated to help maintain the Robber Baron Preserve. Visit the Robber Baron webpage for more information at www.tcmacaves.org/robberbaron.Apr 9—AUSTIN, TX:Austin GMS 2016 Rock SwapHeld in conjunction with Texas Topaz Daysby Texas Faceters’ Guild; 6719 Burnet Lane; 9am–3pm; plenty of rocks, minerals, gems, jewelry, and lapidary equipment; includes raffles, potluck lunch and kids’ activities; www.AustinGemAndMineral.org

Apr 9-10—ABILENE, TX:Annual show; Central Texas Gem & Mineral Society, Abilene Civic Center; 600 Pine St.; Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-4; Adults $3, Students 6-12 $1.50, Children under 6 free; contact Kay H McDaniel, 3118 Woodglen Cove, Abilene, TX 79606, (325)-668-8558; e-mail: [email protected]

; Web site: new.calichetimes.com

Mar 6-19, Apr 4-19--ALPINE, TX. Teri Smith’s Spring 2016 Rock Hunts, to be held at the Ritchie, Walker, Singleton, and South Larremore ranches and Needle [email protected]

Apr 15-17—ALPINE, TEXAS:Show and sale; Chihuahuan Desert Gem and Mineral Club, Alpine Civic Center; 801 W. Holland (Hwy. 90); Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-6; Free Admission; contact Paul Graybeal, PO Box 1111, Alpine, TX 79831, (432)-729-4526; e-mail: [email protected]

Apr 30-May 1—WACO, TEXAS:Annual show; Waco Gem and Mineral Club, Extraco Events Center; 4601 Bosque Blvd.; $5 Admission, Children $1; Scouts in Uniform get in Free. Tickets are good for both show days. ; contact Jennifer Bennett, TX; e-mail: [email protected]: www.wacogemandmineral.org

May 8--LUBBOCK TX Lubbock Gem & Mineral Society Lubbock Civic Center

May 21-22--DeRIDDER LA DeRiddder Gem and Mineral Society, Beauregard Parish Farigrounds, 506 West Drive

May 28-29--Fort Worth TX, Fort Worth G&MS, Will Rogers Mem. Center

excerpted, in part, from SCFMS February 2016 newsletter

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Robert Morriss’presentation on types of rocks & their origins a big hit at the Leander Public Library

Joe and I were privileged to sit in on Robert’s presentation for library patrons at the Leander Public Library in February. We arrived to take pictures for the newsletter and stayed because his message and his interaction with his audience was intriguing. We ended up learning a lot from both Robert and those who came to listen to him. Robert generously donated his time for 2 weeks.

Robert explains rock evolution to Shannon.

Intrigued by ammonites she found near her home, this person came to discuss minerals and the topography of this area.

Rock love starts young.

Rockhound RoundupMarch 10-13, 2016

New Mexico is a little like another planet and I can’t wait to get there! You know, you drop your cares and responsibilities behind you just as you cross the Texas border, turning around to look fondly at your Home Depot buckets waiting to be filled. That’s how it is and that’s why we are going.

The Roundup, which includes field trips, auctions and a show, begins on March 10. Field trips, costing from $5 to $10 a day, will be held on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Show hours are from 9am to 5pm Thursday through Saturday. There will be a silent auction on Friday night and a live auction on Saturday night. Joe and I plan to go early and hunt some areas not included in the official trips

If you are interested in going, you can check the Deming Gem and Mineral Society website for more information and contact Harry Hause, who is filling in for Sue as the leader of this expedition. Harry has information about additional places to hunt. Hope to see you there!

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Austin Gem & Mineral Society

2016 ROCK SWAP

Gems, Minerals & Fossils In conjunction with

TEXAS TOPAZ DAYS

by the Texas Faceters’ Guild

DATE:

6719 Burnet Lane, Austin Texas www.AustinGemAndMineral.org

CONTACT: 1st VP James Mercier E-Mail: [email protected] Phone: 512-458-9546 (Voicemail ONLY)

Head to Austin for an old fashion swap meet

Plenty of rocks, minerals, gems, fossils, petrified wood, agates, fluorescent minerals, crystals, rough rock, gift items, jewelry, beads, tools & equipment, local mineral & fossil specimens. Texas Faceters’ Guild will be on hand selling gem stones, gem rough and giving demonstrations

FREE ADMISSION

FREE PARKING

Club House Tours

Potluck Lunch

KIDS Activities

Demonstrations

Raffles

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The StoneChipper is the official publication of the Austin Gem and Mineral Society. It is published monthly in Austin, Texas. Expanded minutes of Board Meetings are available upon request. Note: Clip art images are under Copyright 2016 by the AGMS and its licensors. All rights reserved. Unless otherwise noted, text items in The StoneChipper may be reproduced in other nonprofit publications as long as proper credit is given to the author and The StoneChipper. All authors who make submissions to this newsletter are presumed to agree with this policy.

The Stone ChipperCarolyn Perkins, Editor6719 Burnet LaneAustin, Texas [email protected]

Address Correction RequestedAustin Gem and Mineral Society

Please visit us at www.Austingemandmineral.org

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