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Explore the World of Minerals, Gems & Jewelry at Trailside Nature and Science Center, November 4 & 5
The free two-day event brings the world of rocks and gems to life through exhibits and displays along with children's activities.
Explore the fascinating world of rocks, minerals, fossils, gems and jewelry at Trailside Nature and Science Center on Saturday, November 4 and Sunday, November 5 from noon to 5 p.m. on both days.
“This two-day event, open to the public, brings the world of rocks and gems to life with many exhibits and displays,” said Freeholder Chairman Bruce H. Bergen.
Sponsored jointly with the New Jersey Mineralogical Society and the New Jersey Lapidary Society, the Mineral, Gem and Jewelry Show will host more than 20 vendors selling minerals, rocks, gemstones, jewelry, sea shells and fossils from around the world. Geologists young and old will be mesmerized by the variety of specimens on display and for sale. Children can purchase geodes, arrowheads and fluorescent minerals, while adults may enjoy the jewelry, fine gems and collector-grade pieces.
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Free children’s activities are available.
Admission to the event on both days is free.
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For more information about the Mineral, Gem and Jewelry Show call Trailside at 908-789-3670. Visit www.ucnj.org/trailside for additional information on programs offered this fall at Trailside. Trailside Nature and Science Center is located at 452 New Providence Road in Mountainside and is a service of the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders.
For all Union County programs and services visit ucnj.org, call the Public Info Line, 877-424-1234, email info@ucnj.org or use the online Contact Form.
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Photo caption: Calling all geologists, young and old! The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Department of Parks and Recreation invite you visit Trailside Nature and Science Center on Saturday, November 4 and Sunday, November 5 from noon to 5:00 p.m. for the Mineral, Gem and Jewelry Show. More than 20 vendors will be on hand displaying and selling their specimens of rocks, gems, fossils, minerals, sea shells and jewelry from around the world. Admission to this event is free. For additional information call 908-789-3670. Visit ucnj.org/trailside for information on fall programs and special events for families and adults. Trailside is located at 452 New Providence Road in Mountainside and is a service of the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders.
