We are an educational club comprised of a group of friendly people of all ages and experience who enjoy various aspects of the hobby of lapidary arts. Wikipedia says we are "artists or artisans who form stone, mineral, gemstones and other suitable durable materials (amber, shell, jet, pearl, opal, coral, horn and bone, glass and other synthetics) into decorative items such as engraved gems, cameos or cabochons, and faceted designs".
Our club is located in Melbourne, Florida where our members have use of a wonderful fully-equipped workshop and attend monthly meetings with various topics of interest regarding gems, minerals and jewelry creation. We hold an annual Parade of Gems show at the Melbourne Auditorium where you can purchase finished jewelry, items to make jewelry, including stones (rough and finished), findings, beads, etc. Members and non-members participate in this show. Our members hold an annual picnic with an auction and tailgate sales, an annual open house, and an annual holiday party for members and their families. We love this hobby of ours and enjoy sharing our knowledge and wares. |
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Held on first Wednesday of each month 7-9 pm Front Street Civic Center 2205 S. Front Street Melbourne, FL 32901 Next Meeting: Wed NOVEMBER 6, 2024 ---------- You must attend a monthly meeting to join the club. ---------- Parade of Gems 2024 is right around the corner! NOVEMBER 9 & 10 --------- THE WORK SHOP We have a wonderful fully-equipped shop for the use of our members at 255 East Drive, Suite K, Melbourne, FL 32904 Workshop Hours: Mondays & Thursdays 5:30-9:30pm Saturdays 8:30am-12:30pm ------------------- MAILING ADDRESS: Canaveral Mineral & Gem Society P.O. Box 1597 Melbourne FL 32902-1597 ---------------- Email address: [email protected] We do not have a designated phone contact number at this time, as we are a volunteer organization. We invite you to attend a meeting in person, visit our workshop, or send us an email and a volunteer will reply, usually within 2-3 days. |
