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The Polished Slab

A NEWSLETTER FOR ROCKHOUNDS SINCE 1940

Southern Nevada Gem & Mineral Society

Upcoming

Events

Volume 77 Issue 1 January 2017

Feb 2nd - Board Mtg

Feb 6th - General Mtg

See page 8 for details on

scheduled classes and

instructor contact

information

President's Message

From Wayne Muth

General Meeting 5

Quartzsite Field Trips Feb /Mar

3 3

Kids Club and Education Activities

6

SNGMS Meeting dates & Directions to

6

Classes 8

Shop Information 9

Birthday, New Members and

10

Upcoming Shows 11

Shop Talk

Inside This Issue

7

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To all SNMGM Members: Welcome to 2017, a new year, a new board, and plenty to do. If you did not get to go to the Annual Awards Banquet, it was a great get together, and I want to thank everyone for all the great food that was brought and everyone’s help. Looking forward to next year I want to focus I little more on our Field Trips. We are looking to join some of the trips with the Pahrump Group. Anyone that has any suggestions for Sites please bring them to the Board Meeting or the General Meeting. We are also looking for volunteers to coordinate these events, which will continue to insure safe and pleasurable trips.

SNGMS Board meeting minutes for 1/5/2017

On January 5th, 2017, the regular Board of Directors meeting of the Southern Nevada Gem and Mineral Society was called to order at 6:00 PM by the president. The secretary was present. The Pledge Of Alle-giance to the flag was recited. The minutes of the November 3rd, 2016 meeting were approved as read. The treasurer reported the bank balances, and that the income for De-cember was positive.

the polished slab January 2017

2017 Board Members

President: Wayne Muth

Vice President: Beth Jones

Treasurer: Frank Timbers

Secretary: Lorrilee Stackhouse

1 Year Board: Ron Johnson

Parliamentarian: Scott Edwards

1 Year Board Remaining: Steve Wilson

2 Year Board Remaining: John Stackhouse

3 Year Board: Jason Fabbi

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Quartzsite

Field Trips for February & March

Jan 20, 2017 Quartzsite, AZ - American Lands Access Association (ALAA) meeting, 7:00 PM MST, New Quartzsite Community Center 295 Chandler Street http://amlands.org/6601.html Jan 22, 2017 Quartzsite, AZ - American Lands Access Association (ALAA)/BLM Annual Clean-Up, Gold Nugget Road, 8:00 AM MST http://amlands.org/6601.html Jan 18 - 22, 2017 Quartzsite, AZ - 51st Annual Powwow sponsored by the Quartzsite QIA and the Quartzite Roadrunners Gem and Mineral Club, 235 E. Ironwood Ave. http://www.qiaarizona.org/

Shop Report: Scott Edwards proposed, seconded by Beth Jones, and approved by the Board, that “Six wheels be purchased for the Cab Kings, not to exceed $350.00.” Unfinished Business: Beth Jones proposed, seconded by John Stackhouse, and approved by the Board, that “the design with black lettering be used for the SNGMS hats.” The hats have a set up fee and will cost more than was originally anticipated. One hundred hats will be ordered. New Business: Ron Johnson proposed, seconded by Frank Timbers, and approved by the Board, that “proposal be pre-sented at the General Meeting to purchase a new 18” slab saw, not to exceed $3,000.00.” Jason Fabbi proposed, seconded by Beth Jones, and approved by the Board, that “new locks be pur-chased for shop doors and cabinets, not to exceed $50.00.” Sheri Johnson reported that there is a lot of interest in the SNGMS Spring Show. The first Show meeting will be held at the shop on Thursday, January 12, at 6 P.M. The Rocky Mountain Federation Show is March 17-20 in Albuquerque, NM. Frank Timbers proposed, seconded by John Stackhouse, and approved by the Board, that “expenses for one SNGMS representa-tive to the Federation show be reimbursed, not to exceed $600.00.” Beth Jones proposed, seconded by Scott Edwards, that “a deep sink be purchased and installed in the shop.” The proposal was tabled to allow investigation. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 PM.

SNGMS Board meeting minutes

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Feb 18th trip to Eagle Mt. for in situ agate

Mar 18th to Field Road, meeting in Baker. More details will be emailed.


All the establishments featured on page 4 offer

discounts to SNGMS members. Be sure to

show your membership card when making a

purchase, and say that the Southern Nevada

Gem & Mineral Society sent you!

Gold Rush Prospecting and Adventure

Tours

1311 Nevada Hwy. Ste. C

Boulder City NV 89005

702-982-7000

www.goldrushpros.com

Come Early!

Be sure to come early on General Meeting nights, because between 5 and 6 PM many of our talented members exhibit their works for your admiration and possible purchase. Cabochons, beadwork, silversmithed and wire wrapped jewelry, rock slabs, unfinished stones, and more are usually available. It is a good time to chat with other members and catch up on their latest creations.

Discounts Available with your

SNGMS membership


PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE (Continued from Page 1)

In regard to the shop, Ron Johnson who is on the Board, and has done a wonderful job with the shop, will continue to coordinate with me on the items that he needs. Right now there are a few things going on with improvements of the grounds at the Shop, but this is temporary, and we will get new procedures on washing rocks and dumping the water. Please respect the wishes of Harsh Investment Properties, as they have asked we do not wash the rocks outside of the building. Again, looking to a great 2017, and having continue success and fun.

Keep Rocking. Wayne Muth

SNGMS General meeting minutes for 1/9/2017 On January 9th, 2017, the regular meeting of the Southern Nevada Gem and Mineral Society was called to order at 6:00 PM by the president. The secretary was present. The Pledge Of Allegiance to the flag was recited. The minutes of the November 7th, 2016 meeting were approved as corrected. The treasurer gave his report: The net income for December was positive. Committee Reports: Sunshine: Scott Edwards is in the hospital. Former member, Sandy Cunningham's home was burglar-ized and she needs someone to move and store her remaining belongings while she is in a physical re-hab. Anyone who can help, please contact Beth Jones. Shop: The shop is operational with only one saw not working. Come and use the shop. Membership: Remember you needed to renew your membership by Dec 31st. You can still retain con-tinuous membership if you renew by Jan 31st and pay a $5.00 reinstatement fee. Federation and Show: Rocky Mountain Federation show is in Albuquerque this year. Field Trip: Lloyd Chayette will be helping with field trips this year and is leading an outing to the Ore Car mining claim. The club will have some joint field trips with the Pahrump group in the coming year. Al-ready planned are Feb 18th trip to Eagle Mt. for in situ agate, and Mar 18th to Field Road, meeting in Baker. More details will be emailed. Jr. Members and Rock Stars: The group constructed gourd shakers at the January meeting. Special pro-jects for February will have the group team up with the Audubon society on Feb 4th to install burrowing owl homes, and on Feb 11th to install wetland plants to improve bird habitat. The February 12th meeting will include framing a calcedony rose for a Valentine's day project.

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SNGMS General Meeting

1st Monday of every month

(2nd Monday if holiday falls on the first Monday) No meeting in December.

Non-members welcome!

Eagles Lodge 1601 E Washington Ave.

Show & Sell 5-6 PM

General Meeting 6-8 PM

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W. Desert Inn Rd.

Finding the Shop Location Proceeding west on Desert Inn Road, take the first right past So. Valley View Blvd. into

the industrial park area. Drive past the building on your right, then jog right, then left

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Finding the General Meeting Location

Eagles Lodge #1213

1601 E Washington Avenue, Las Vegas,

NV

(702) 642-1213

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SNGMS 2017 Meetings

The Kids Club meets on the second Sunday of most months at the SNGMS Shop from 3-5. As always, for more information, or to volunteer to lead an activity, or to help with an educational event contact Mary Beth Paladino at 702-255-1647 Kids Club meeting is To Be Announced for the month of January

Kids club / education activities

Jan 05 Board

09 General

Feb 02 Board

06 General

Mar 02 Board

06 General

30 Board

Apr 03 General

27 Board

May 01 General

Jun 01 Board

05 General

29 Board

Jul 03 General

Aug 03 Board

07 General

Sep 07 Board

11 General

28 Board

Oct 02 General

Nov 02 Board

06 General

Dec None

Annual Awards

Banquet

Board Meetings at Shop, 3111 Valley View

Blvd. Bldg. E. Suite 125, General Meetings at

Eagles Lodge, 1601 E. Washington Ave.


Published monthly by: Southern Nevada Gem & Mineral Society

3111 S. Valley View Blvd, E-125 Las Vegas, NV 89102

Shop Talk Dissolving Cured Epoxy & Polyester Resins

I had a customer ask me the other day if we (Desert Art Supplies) had anything that would dissolve hard-

ened epoxy. She had several Swarovski quartz-crystal clusters some of which had a broken crystal or two.

She wanted to remove the broken pieces and replace them with some of the salvaged unbroken crystals.

She had tried soaking the clusters in acetone but with no luck. I asked her if she would let me experiment

with a cluster, she agreed. We stock a solvent called Attack and I wanted to test it on her item before

recommending the product. As per Attack instructions, I put the cluster in a glass jar and poured just

enough solvent to covered the crystals. I made sure the jar lid sealed properly. I left the solution over-

night and checked on it the next morning and sure enough the epoxied crystals were separated from the

main cluster. All the pieces were washed with soap and water and rinsed in acetone. Any Attack solution

can be saved and reused. Attack is a hazardous chemical containing Methylene Chloride. Be sure to fol-

low the safety instructions. Always do a sample test before proceeding on with your project. Be Safe.

Del Walkenshaw

Unfinished Business: Fran Stratton proposed, seconded by Lloyd Chayette that “the club purchase a new 18” slab saw, not to exceed $3,000.00.” The membership approved the proposal. New Business: A shop clean up is scheduled for Jan 24th. The Eagles returned the check for the Awards Banquet kitchen fee, due to the excellent condition in which the kitchen was left. Cindy Allison proposed, seconded by Jim Jones, and approved by the membership that, “the meeting be adjourned.” Meeting adjourned at 7:07 P.M.

SNGMS General meeting minutes

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Classes

Wire wrapping, led by Sue Moore meets on most Mondays (except for the General Meeting night). Hours for the class are 5 - 8 PM. There will be wire wrapping classes held on January 23rd and 30th.

At this time there are no beading classes scheduled.

Silver Smithing meets every Tuesday at 5 PM, with Bill Lemmon leading the class. This class is suitable for beginners, and also for intermediate to advanced students. .

Faceting classes are continuing on Sunday morning from 8 - Noon and are open to new students at this time. Please contact Sue Moore in advance to see if a machine is available. If you use club machines they are $5 an hour, no class fee.

Scott Edwards is teaching Metalsmithing and Miscellaneous Lapidary Arts every Saturday from 8-10 .

Another knapping session will be organized. Watch for the announcement. The contact is Michael Kisner, (702) 285-2032.

Wire wrapping, metal smithing, flint knapping, and silver smithing have a very modest donation of $5.00 per session, that goes to the club. Faceting is $5.00 an hour, the cost of faceting machine use, or a flat $5.00 if you use your own machine. Other class donations may vary, depending on what is included in the class. All donations go to SNGMS, all instructors volunteer their time and expertise to help extend the knowledge of our members.

Please if you hear of any SNGMS member in need of a bit of sunshine due to accident, illness,

death in the family or other need, call Beth Jones at 702-505-5819 or email her at

[email protected] (please put SNGMS Sunshine in the Subject)

Scott Edwards is up and about. We wish him a speedy recovery.

from Beth Jones

mailto:[email protected]


Sunday 12 noon –5 PM

Monday Closed

Tuesday Closed

Wednesday 12 noon - 9 PM

Thursday 12 noon –9 PM

Friday 12 noon - 9 PM

Saturday 10 am – 6 PM

SNGMS Workshop

Schedule

Please, under no circumstances, park in front of Unit 124 or Unit 126 (the units next to the

Shop). The owners of the units come in at odd hours and need access to their parking

spaces. There is ample parking across from the Shop that is not in front of any unit.

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Shop Fee

All equipment is now metered and charge will be:

$0.50 per 1/10 hour actual use.

SHOP Information

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE CABOCHON CONTEST YOU MUST HAVE AT LEAST

ONE HOUR OF SHOP TIME. THE WINNERS RECEIVE FREE SHOP TIME. THE

CABOCHON CONTEST FOR FEBRUARY WILL BE OPEN FREE STYLE..


If you have a February birthday please bring something for the

refreshment table at the February meeting.

A hearty welcome to members who joined or rejoined SNGMS .

We look forward to getting to know you better

.

Robert Bailey, Annette Dude, Kevin Dude, Merle English, Lisa Johnson, Blake Mackie,

Keenan Rayford.

Diane Burgess, Cindy Cohen, James Dean, Lesley DeFalco, Ali Ess-Haghabadi, Calvin Fods, Particia

Hashimoto, Lisa Johnson, Yan Liu, Bob Lofaro, Mary McAuliffe, Roy L. Mobley, Bill Moore, Danny Nel-

son, Linda Rusk, Amanda Schneider, Patricai Skeary, Michael Stolz, Steve Thompson, Inday Timbers,

Jack Toogood, John Wells, Dorthy Woody-Tinnell, James Wylie, Fang Zhao, Kevin Donovan, Andrea

Vidmar, Rita Bergeron, Willia Billman, Nicholas Brooks, Simy Bryant, Carole Fowler, Jon Herring, Ken-

nedy Hymer, Ben Johnson, Dylan Johnson, Qwynn Johnson, Mario Luchetta, Kylee Rand, Devan Rive-

ra, Lance Silva, Gregory Tanner, Alexa Tripp-Herring, Lisa Wiemers, Lucinda Wilson.


Upcoming Shows There are rock clubs throughout the United States and the computer is your friend in finding information about clubs and shows. Just search for the area you are interested in and rock club and you should find plenty to keep you busy, wherever you are going.

Some links that you may find helpful are:

Quartzsite, Az- http://.desertusa.com/cities/az/quartzsite.html

California Federation -

http://www.cfmsinc.org/

Rocky Mountain Federation -

http://www.rmfms.org

and the Rock & Gem website -

http://www.rockngem.com/show-dates-

display/?ShowState=ALL

Committee Chairmen

Bulletin…………………….Del Walkenshaw & Deb Koladziej

ByLaws…………………….Scott Edwards

Communications……..Toni Blackwell [email protected]

Education………………….Mary Beth Paladino

Federation………………..Sheri Johnson

Alt. Federation………....Peggy Sue Moore

Field Trip…………………..open

Financial Manager…...George Messenger

Shop Foreman …….….Ron Johnson

Historian……………………Jack Toogood

Hospitality…………………Corinne Silvia

Inventory…………………..Frank Timbers

Librarian……………………Caity Stackhouse

[email protected]

Membership……………..John Stackhouse 702-239-0437

New Member Liaison… Open

Program…………………….Cindy Allison

Publicity…………………….Scott Edwards

Raffle…………………………Rimma Muth

50-50 Raffle……………...Orville and Lisa Weimers

Refreshments…………...Rita Bergeron

Rock Stars………………….Mary Beth Paladino…...702-255-1647

Rock Hounds

Show Chairperson……..Sheri Johnson

Sunshine……………….…..Beth Jones

Webmaster……………....Jack Toogood……….......702-642-4788

2017 Board of Directors President: Wayne Muth [email protected]

[email protected]

Vice-President: Beth Jones [email protected]

Secretary: Lorrilee Stackhouse 702-630-6796

Treasurer: Frank Timbers 702-228-0889

[email protected]

Parliamentarian: Scott Edwards

One Year Board Remaining: Steve Wilson

Two Year Board Remaining: John Stackhouse

Three Year Board: Jason Fabbi

[email protected]

Past President/One Year Board: Peggy Sue Moore

Contact any Board member to volunteer for a posi-

tion, or a Committee Chairman to offer to help on

their committee.



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