Palomar Gem and Mineral Club

Class Schedule

The Palomar Gem and Mineral Club offers a variety of lapidary related classes.  To register for a class, please contact the instructor for the appropriate class as listed below:

***Please Note:  The Shop will be closed during class times.***

Faceting Class

Faceting on a Facetron
April 24 & 25, and May 1 & 2, 2010
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Betty Ciancanelli and Bob Johnson

Betty Ciancanelli, with assistance from Bob, will teach a 4 day faceting class.

You will learn the technique and complete at least two faceted stones during32 hours of instruction. Two Facetron faceting machines are available to reserve, on a first come first serve basis, and class fees paid in advance.  Other students will need to bring their own faceting machines.

Cost: $85 Club Members
$105 Non- Members (includes one annual single membership)
$50 Return Students
$20 Non-Refundable deposit required for registration
**Email or call Betty Ciancanelli at 760-489-0969 for more info and to register**


Beginning Silversmithing

Diane Hall, Annie Heffner and Lynn Carter will be teaching a beginners' silversmith class for students who would like to learn to create a sterling silver bezel set cabochon pendant. 

You may bring your own cabochon or purchase one at the shop.  We will have a nice selection of beautiful cabochons to choose from!

Cost: $60 Club Members
$80 Non- Members (includes one annual single membership)

**To register, email or call Diane Hall:  (760) 741-0433**


NEW - Wire Wrap Workshop

Shop will be open for regular use during this workshop.

Sunday 1-4 pm

Betty Ciancanelli will teach wire wrapping during open shop on Sundays. Bring a cabochon or learn to make a cabochon during open shop hours and then learn to wire wrap with Betty.

Cost: (For members only.)  The cost will be the regular $5 shop fee, plus any materials that need to be purchased.  Space is limited, so please call Betty at 760-489-0969 to hold a space.

**Email or call Betty Ciancanelli at 760-489-0969 for more info and to register**







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