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LINKS
American Federation of Mineralogical Societies - Organized to promote popular interest and education in the various Earth Sciences, and in particular the subjects of Geology, Mineralogy, Paleontology, Lapidary and other related subjects, and to sponsor and provide means of coordinating the work and efforts of all persons and groups interested therein; to sponsor and encourage the formation and international development of Societies and Regional Federations and by and through such means to strive toward greater international good will and fellowship.
Bob's Rock Shop - Information and connectivity resource for rock hounds on the Internet
Eastern Federation of Mineralogical and Lapidary Societies, Inc. - Organized to bring about a closer association of Clubs and Societies devoted to the study of the Earth Sciences and the practice of the Lapidary Arts and related crafts in the eastern portion of the United States.
Tampa Bay Mineral & Science Club on Facebook
Florida Society of Goldsmiths - FSG is for anyone who has an interest in working in metal. This includes metal clay, chain making, metal beads and wire work, along with the traditional metal fabrication and casting. We also love stones and occasionally sponsor lapidary related workshops.
Southeast Federation of Mineralogical Societies, Inc. - To bring about a closer association of Clubs and Societies devoted to the study of Earth Sciences and the practice of Lapidary Arts and Crafts in the Southeastern part of the United States.
Suncoast Gem and Mineral Society - For those interested in collecting minerals or fossils, creating finished gem stones from rocks and crystals, and making jewelry.
Tampa Bay Fossil Club - A family oriented organization focused on paleontology, archaeology, and the natural sciences in general. The Tampa Bay Fossil Club awards two annual scholarships to University of South Florida students working in the field of paleontology and geology. The 20 year old club hosts numerous field trips and gatherings through the year.
Wildacres Retreat - A conference center offering its facilities to non-profit groups conducting educational or cultural programs on topics such as music, art, science, religion, lapidary, craft and writing. It is also available for staff and board retreats for non-profit organizations.
William Holland School of Lapidary Arts - A mountain top retreat, operating on a seasonal basis, offering classes from April through November open to anyone interested in the lapidary arts. This is a school for the hobbyist, not just for lapidary, but for many areas in jewelry making.
PAID SPONSORS
Affordable Lawn Service - 813-699-0084 - Licensed and insured, residential and commercial. Tree and hedge trimming, yard clean-up, mulch, sprinkler repair, pressure cleaning and more. Low weekly rates and free estimates.
Artemis Trading Company - (813) 831-1944 - Procurers and purveyors of lapidary material, antiques, relics, fine china, collectables, vintage articles, and other items of curiosity, and sometimes finders of the strange and unusual.
Glass Inspiration - Custom Fused Glass Designs by Lou Villei - (727) 868-0238 or e-mail
SHOW LISTINGS
The following are listed for your convenience only. We're not making any recommendations and we're not responsible for their accuracy.
MAGAZINES
(also a good source for finding shows)
This is just a small sampling, not recommendations. There are plenty of other good magazines out there.
VIDEO TUTORIALS
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