Orange Belt Mineralogical Society (OBMS) - established in 1933. A non-profit club of rock enthusiasts who hunt for rocks, develop their lapidary skills, and fabricate jewelry and rock artifacts in a workshop in San Bernardino, California. We organize hunts for rocks and teach lapidary, wire wrapping, silversmithing, and lost wax casting skills. |
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Tailgate Shows March 16 - 18, 2012 San Bernardino, CA OBMS Tailgate at Western Regional Little League Ball Park in San Bernardino.
Field Trip Mt. Baldy - Ruby Corundum Sunday, February 12, 2012 Directions: 210 Freeway, Upland Exit Mountain Avenue Pass Forest Station Merge onto San Antonio Drive Meet at Parking Area on left side after passing through two tunnels. Guide: Jim Wolford
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Come join us at our workshop in
205 Benedict St. #8 San Bernardino, California (909) 381 - 0089
Shop Hours: Monday and Wednesday 5 - 9 p.m. Saturday 10 - 3 p.m.
We will teach you: Where to look for rocks. How to make spheres and cabachons. How to make carvings. How to make jewelry by wire wrapping, silversmithing and lost wax castings.
In San Bernardino, California From the 10 FWY to 215 North. Exit Orange Show Rd. turn East. Turn left onto Arrowhead Ave. Turn right onto Benedict St. (A carpet and Uhaul store are on the corner.) Turn into the second driveway on the right. Look for the OBMS sign, stall #8
O.B.M.S ANNUAL 2012 TAILGATE SHOW March 16, 17, 18 Fri., Sat., and Sun. Western Regional Little League Ball Park 6707 Little League Drive San Bernardino, CA. 92407 There will be Crafts, Rocks, Jewelry, Tools, Books, Food, Drinks and More. 9 a.m to Dusk Fun for all ages FREE Admission and Parking !
Vendors: Download the contract below.
MONTHLY BBQ OBMS members have a BBQ on the 2nd Saturday of every month. This is a good time to come on down and work on a nice pieces of jewelry or that rock you've been meaning to cut and enjoy some good food. Bring that favorite dish you know everyone will love to eat and maybe even a friend, so they too can share our warm and friendly atmosphere. Like always, all donations are welcome.
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Looking for information about rocks, jewelry-making videos, and project ideas.
Looking for supplies: (in Redlands) (in Barstow)
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