MOHAVE COUNTY GEMSTONERS
GENERAL MEETING
1776 AIRWAY SENIOR CENTER KINGMAN AZ
Website: mohavecountygemstoners.org
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MAY 14, 2024
- Pledge of Allegiance Lead by our Sargent at Arms Gary Bolles
- Members and guests present 37 members and 9 Guests
- l Our guests stood and gave their names and how they heard about us.
- l NOTED: Please wear your badges at all meetings and functions
- l A 25 cent fine for not wearing a badge. Pay to the refreshment donation can
- Thank you to our refreshment providers
REPORTS:
Treasurer: Robert Dunham read the treasurers report. We had a very successful Gem and Mineral show. About $7200 was brought in with approximately $4000 in expenses. 75% of the booths are reserved for next years show. We have $12,049 in checking account and $600 in Cash. The Annual Report has been filed and approved.
Membership: Daina Sandhop Total membership is now about 90. We signed up 19 new members at the Show. We will have a Membership Drive at Chloride Days, members are encouraged to come and support the club. Daina has a Lapidary Shop at her home and anyone is welcome to sign up for a class with her. She made a necklace from our Honey Onyx Mine for a drawing at our Show.
Membership Dues are due now:
Single $15, After July 1 $7.50 - Couples $20 After July 1 $10 - Family $25 After July 1-$12.50.
Secretary: Lynn Smith presented the Secretary report which was approved. This is provided on the Web page every month.
STUDY GROUP UPDATE/REPORT
Bob Petersen reminded members of the Mineral Study Group which will be at Ed’s place on May 21st at 6:30 pm
Gary Bolles reported that the Rockhound 101 meeting will be held at Calico Restaurant 3rd Monday of every month at 6 pm, starting back up in June. Call Gary for more information at 928-279-9741
FIELD TRIP COORDINATOR REPORT
Gary Bolles reported on a Field Trip to Burro Creek on Thursday, May 16th and on Saturday May 18th going to Pierce Ferry Landing. Another 4 day trip to Beaver, Ut is planned for May 24-27th. A Field Trip Meeting will be held on Thursday May 23rd at 2 PM at Daina’s place.
SHOW MEETING REPORT
Daina Sandhop reported that we had a very successful Mineral and Gem Show. Any pros and cons remarks on this years show are welcome, also any ideas for next years show are also appreciated.
A short break for refreshments, then Door Prize drawing and Silent Auction.
Meeting Adjourned at 8 pm.
