Vista Gem & Mineral Society

VGMS Monthly Meeting - Holiday Party
2024-12-21 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CVN Oceanside, 3609 Ocean Ranch Blvd, Ste 120, Oceanside, CA, 92056, United States
Members and Public welcome. We have a new location for our meetings please see map for address and directions. Food is provided by the board as a thank you to all of our hard working volunteers. White elephant gift exchange – Please bring a $25 or less wrapped gift with no name on it. Come and join in some holiday cheer.

Spring Gem & Mineral Show
2025-05-16 10:00 - 17:00 | Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA, 92083, United States

Spring Gem and Mineral Show
2025-05-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA, 92083, United States

VGMS Open House Event
2025-06-28 13:30 - 15:30 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
Come on out for our Open House Event. We will be providing BBQ staples hot dogs, hamburgers, and veggie burgers. Please bring a side-dish, drink, or dessert to share. In addition to the potluck we would love it if you brought some of your work (metalsmithing and/or lapidary) to show and tell. Come out and show off what you have. Hope to see you there.

VGMS & CoLab Autumn Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show
2025-09-13 12:00 - 18:00 | CoLab Public House, 2129 Industrial Court, Vista, CA, 92081, United States

VGMS September Executive Board Meeting
2025-09-20 13:00 - 14:00 | The Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic at VVSD, 3609 Ocean Ranch Blvd, STE 120, Oceanside, CA, 92056, United States
Members and Public welcome. We have a new location for our meetings please see map for address and directions.

AGENDA:
1:00 pm Pledge of Allegiance;
1:05 pm Committee Reports
Unfinished Business
New Business
2:00 pm Meeting Adjourned

VGMS September Member Meeting
2025-09-20 14:00 - 15:30 | The Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic at VVSD, 3609 Ocean Ranch Blvd, STE 120, Oceanside, CA, 92056, United States
Members and Public welcome. We have a new location for our meetings please see map for address and directions. Bring a little something to share for our potluck. Check our email announcement for the latest updates.

AGENDA:
2:00 pm Pledge of Allegiance;
2:05 pm VGMS Member Updates:
2:20 pm Speaker / Presentation –
3:00 pm Pot Luck
3:30 pm Meeting Adjourned

VGMS October Executive Board Meeting
2025-10-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Mission Branch Community Room at Oceanside Mission Branch Library, 3861 Mission Ave,, Oceanside,, 92058

VGMS October Member Meeting
2025-10-18 14:00 - 15:30 | Mission Branch Community Room at Oceanside Mission Branch Library, 3861 Mission Ave,, Oceanside,, 92058
Members and Public welcome. We have a new location for our meetings please see map for address and directions. Bring a little something to share for our potluck. Check our email announcement for the latest updates.

AGENDA:
2:00 pm Pledge of Allegiance;
2:05 pm VGMS Member Updates:
2:20 pm Speaker / Presentation – Digital Cabochon by John Simpson
3:00 pm Pot Luck
3:30 pm Meeting Adjourned

VGMS & Weir Beer October Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show
2025-10-19 12:00 - 18:00 | Weir Beer, 1250 Keystone Way, Vista, CA, 92081, United States

VGMS November Executive Board Meeting
2025-11-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
Members and Public welcome. We will be meeting at the VGMS location on Watson Way.

AGENDA:
1:00 pm Pledge of Allegiance;
1:05 pm Committee Reports
Unfinished Business
New Business
2:00 pm Meeting Adjourned

VGMS December Executive Board Meeting
2025-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
Members and Public welcome. We have a new location for our meetings please see map for address and directions.

AGENDA:
6:00 pm Pledge of Allegiance;
6:05 pm Committee Reports
Unfinished Business
New Business
8:00 pm Meeting Adjourned

2025 VGMS Holiday Event Invite
2025-12-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Escondidio, 1331 S Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025, CA, 92025, United States
The Vista Gem and Mineral Society is excited to announce that we will be joining the Palomar Gem and Mineral Society for their upcoming General Meeting, Holiday Potluck, and White Elephant Gift Exchange. This is a wonderful chance for members of both clubs to celebrate together, share good food, and enjoy some festive fun.
Event Details
PGMC General Meeting, Holiday Potluck & White Elephant
📅 Thursday, December 18
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Set Up
⏰ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM – Activities Start
📍 Escondido Masonic Center
1331 S Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025
Potluck Reminder
This is a potluck gathering — please bring a food item, drinks, or utensils to share. Everything helps and is greatly appreciated.
White Elephant Gift Exchange
There will also be a White Elephant gift exchange with a $20 minimum.
While minerals and jewelry are commonly exchanged, any fun or interesting gift is welcome — feel free to get creative!

Annual Show - Spring Gem, Mineral, & Jewelry Show
2026-05-01 10:00 - 2026-05-03 16:00 | CA
May 1 – 3, 2026
Friday 10am–5pm
Saturday 10am–5pm
Sunday 10am–4pm
Location:
Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum
2040 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA 92083

Reserve a Space:
If you would like to reserve a space (or spaces), please download, print, and complete the contract. Then, either mail the contract in with your payment, or email the contract toinfo@vistarocks.organd we will send you an invoice.

Saturday Show Contract

All Days Show Contract

Advanced June-July Monday Classes
2026-06-01 18:00 - 2026-07-13 21:00 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
6-Week Advanced Classes for students who have signed up. Drop ins welcome for qualified members for $20 a session.
Mondays 6:00-9:00pm
Monday, June 1 | 6:00-9:00pm
Monday, June 8 | 6:00-9:00pm
Monday, June 15 | 6:00-9:00pm
Monday, June 22 | 6:00-9:00pm
OFF WEEK OF 6/28-7/4
Monday, July 6 | 6:00-9:00pm
Monday, July 13 | 6:00-9:00pm

Advanced June-July Tuesday Classes
2026-06-02 18:00 - 2026-07-14 21:00 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
6-Week Advanced Classes for students who have signed up. Drop ins welcome for qualified members for $20 a session.
Tuesdays 6:00-9:00pm
Tuesday, June 2 | 6:00-9:00pm
Tuesday, June 9 | 6:00-9:00pm
Tuesday, June 16 | 6:00-9:00pm
Tuesday, June 23 | 6:00-9:00pm
OFF WEEK OF 6/28-7/4
Tuesday, July 7 | 6:00-9:00pm
Tuesday, July 14 | 6:00-9:00pm

Beginner June-July Wednesday Classes
2026-06-03 18:00 - 2026-07-08 21:00 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
6-Week Beginner Classes for students who have signed up.
Wednesdays 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, June 3 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, June 10 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, June 17 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, June 24 | 6:00-9:00pm
OFF WEEK OF 6/28-7/4
Wednesday, July 8 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, July 8 | 6:00-9:00pm

VGMS June Executive Board Meeting
2026-06-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
Monthly board meeting to discuss current and upcoming club events.

AGENDA:
12:00 pm Pledge of Allegiance;
12:05 pm Committee Reports
Unfinished Business
New Business
1:30 pm Meeting Adjourned

VGMS June Member Meeting
2026-06-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
Members and Public welcome.
Join us for club updates, presentations and mingling with fellow club members. Bring a little something to share for our potluck. Check our email announcement for the latest updates.

VGMS & Pure Project Vista August Gem and Jewelry Show
2026-08-30 12:00 - 16:00 | Pure Project Brewing Vista, 1305 Hot Spring Way, Vista, 92081, United States
Vista Gem and Mineral Society is teaming up with Pure Project Brewing Vista to bring you a great, family friendly event and a perfect opportunity to buy gifts for your rock lovers or a little something for yourself and support your favorite small businesses. We will also have an amazing silent auction for a chance to bid on one of the vendors’ beautiful creations. All proceeds go to support VGMS and our School. There will be Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Vendors and Pure Projects amazing brews as well as a delicious food truck. Hope to see you all there.
Visit the event page for more info

Advanced September - October Monday Classes
2026-09-14 18:00 - 2026-10-19 21:00 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
6-Week Advanced Classes for students who have signed up. Drop ins welcome for qualified members for $20 a session.
Mondays 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, September 14 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, September 21 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, September 28 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, October 5 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, October 12 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, October 19 | 6:00-9:00pm

Advanced September-October Tuesday Classes
2026-09-15 18:00 - 2026-10-20 21:00 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
6-Week Advanced Classes for students who have signed up. Drop ins welcome for qualified members for $20 a session.
Mondays 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, September 15 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, September 22 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, September 29 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, October 6 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, October 13 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, October 20 | 6:00-9:00pm

Beginner September-October Wednesday Classes
2026-09-16 18:00 - 2026-10-21 21:00 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
6-Week Beginner Classes for students who have signed up.
Wednesdays 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, September 16 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, September 23 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, September 30 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, October 7 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, October 14 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, October 21 | 6:00-9:00pm

VGMS September Executive Board Meeting
2026-09-19 12:00 - 13:30 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States

VGMS September Member Meeting
2026-09-19 14:00 - 15:30 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States

VGMS October Executive Board Meeting
2026-10-17 12:00 - 13:30 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States

VGMS October Member Meeting
2026-10-17 14:00 - 15:30 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States

Advanced November-December Monday Classes
2026-11-02 18:00 - 2026-12-14 21:00 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
6-Week Advanced Classes for students who have signed up. Drop ins welcome for qualified members for $20 a session.
Mondays 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, November 2 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, November 9 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, November 16 | 6:00-9:00pm
NO CLASSES WEEK OF 11/23
Wednesday, November 30 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, December 7 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, December 14 | 6:00-9:00pm

Advanced November-December Tuesday Classes
2026-11-02 18:00 - 2026-12-15 21:00 | Vista Gem and Mineral Society, 1930 Watson Way Suite B, Vista, CA, 92081, United States
6-Week Advanced Classes for students who have signed up. Drop ins welcome for qualified members for $20 a session.
Mondays 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, November 3 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, November 10 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, November 17 | 6:00-9:00pm
NO CLASSES WEEK OF 11/23
Wednesday, December 1 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, December 8 | 6:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, December 15 | 6:00-9:00pm
