54th Gem and Mineral Show hosted by the Orcutt Mineral Society. That number says a lot that this show has been going on for over half a century. After a two-year hiatus, the show is back, and I suspect it will be better than ever. Sherry and I will be there with lots of new glass art, minerals and jewelry for you to see (and buy, of course). Our cousin, Diana, will be premiering at the show with unique jewelry and art. She has some designs that I guarantee you have never seen before. She utilizes unique mediums and artistic processes that are proprietary (she won’t tell you how she does it!).

The flyer here gives a plethora of information. Friday -Saturday-Sunday at the Nipomo High School. We won’t be hard to find as we are located just as you enter the show area from the parking lot.

Each year we spend a week at Pismo Beach, either before or after the show. This year is no exception. We look forward to some beach time after the show and cooler weather. I read that this past month has been one of the hottest on record. This time of year, the beach can be so cool that a jacket can be needed any time of the day.

Our trip will include a visit with family and a dinner show (melodrama and food from their snack bar) that is always corny but fun. A pre-trip to Bakersfield to visit more family will set the tone or a great trip.

Hope to see you there.