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CRLC Christmas Artisan Sale
CRLC Christmas Artisan Sale
November 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association, 5600 Centre St N, Calgary, AB T2K 0T3, Canada
Date: first Saturday in November
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Thorncliffe/Greenview Community Centre
Address: 5600 Centre Street N. Calgary
This event is open for any CRLC members to participate by having a table. This includes:
· Members who make crafted work from lapidary, rock, minerals, etc.
· Members who make other crafted work outside of lapidary related.
· Members who have crystals, rocks, mineral specimens, etc., to sell.
https://crlc.ca/artisan-sale
https://www.facebook.com/CalgaryRockandLapidaryClub/
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Christmas Artisan Fair
Christmas Artisan Fair
November 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association & Recreation Centre, 5600 Centre St N, Calgary, AB T2K 0T3, Canada
Our annual Christmas Sale is Back. Artisans from the Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club are showcasing all their wonderful crafts at this exclusive market. It's more than rocks! Come check it out and get your Christmas shopping done. We'd love to see you.
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Drop-In Session
Drop-In Session
November 4, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
The jewellery and lapidary studios are open for any member to use equipment they are familiar with, at a cost of $6 per session. No formal instruction is provided.
Stewards are Dale T. and Heather
More information here: https://crlc.ca/workshop
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Drop-In Session
Drop-In Session
November 5, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
The jewellery and lapidary studios are open for any member to use equipment they are familiar with, at a cost of $6 per session. No formal instruction is provided.
Stewards are DaleT and Jeanette
More information here: https://crlc.ca/workshop
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CRLC Board meeting
CRLC Board meeting
November 5, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
The CRLC Board meets the Wednesday before the general meeting. Board members only.
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Drop- in Session
Drop- in Session
November 6, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Lapidary and jewellery studios are open for any member to use equipment they are familiar with at a cost of $6 per session. No formal instruction is provided.
Stewards are Isaac and J.J.
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Fundamentals of Sawing and Piercing
Fundamentals of Sawing and Piercing
November 8, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Fundamentals of Sawing and Piercing Saturday, November 8th, 12pm-3pm $85/member, Max 4 Materials included
Getting to know your saw frame and how to use it, is fundamental to jewellery fabrication. Getting comfortable with your saw frame can open up many new design opportunities for your work. This class is great for beginners just starting out and developing their skills as well as those needing to practice or brush up on this important skill. (*Make a day of it and pay $150 for both classes today!*)
Please contact me directly to register at: merkury.metals@gmail.com
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**Cancelled** Pierced Pendant (Sawing and Piercing Project)
**Cancelled** Pierced Pendant (Sawing and Piercing Project)
November 8, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Pierced Pendant (Sawing and Piercing Project) Saturday, November 8th, 4pm-8pm $85/member, Max 4 Materials included
Getting to know your saw frame and how to use it, is fundamental to jewellery fabrication. Getting comfortable with your saw frame can open up many new design opportunities for your work. This class is great for beginners just starting out and developing their skills as well as those needing to practice or brush up on this important skill. You can bring a small design with you or design something in class. (*Make a day of it and pay $150 for both classes today!*)
Please contact me directly to register at: merkury.metals@gmail.com
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**Cancelled** Ring w/ Cab Setting **New Class!**
**Cancelled** Ring w/ Cab Setting **New Class!**
November 9, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Ring w/ Cab Setting **New Class!** Sunday, November 9th, 12pm-6pm $125/Member, Max 4 Materials included You will be making a sterling silver ring with a cabochon stone setting. This will be a challenging class but still doable for a beginner. Stone included as well.
Please contact Adam directly to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com
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Intro to Torch Enamelling
Intro to Torch Enamelling
November 10, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Intro to Torch Enamelling Monday, November 10th, 12pm-4pm $95/Member, Max 4 Instructor: Adam Lagace Email to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com
| New longer time! Looking for a different way to get some colour onto your metal? Combining molten glass to your piece will do it! This exciting process will leave you wanting to know more about this ancient technique. We will be making samples with stencils, doing sgraffito, and experimenting with enamel threads as well. You will be taking home several reference pieces.
Special Note: **If you would like to take both classes today and make a day of it, save $25 on the class fees ($165 per person). Please mention it when registering **
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Intro to Kiln Enamelling
Intro to Kiln Enamelling
November 10, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Intro to Kiln Enamelling (A Basse Taille Pendant) *New longer time* Monday, November 10th, 5pm-9pm $95/Member, Max 4 Instructor: Adam Lagace Email to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com
New Longer time! Looking for a different way to get some colour onto your metal? Combining molten glass to your piece will do it! Using the kiln in this session does make it easier to do more layers evenly. We will also be adding murrini glass to our pieces if you’d like to try it out. This exciting process will leave you wanting to know more about this ancient technique. Very useful skill to add to your creative making toolbox.
Special Note: **If you would like to take both classes today and make a day of it, save $25 on the class fees ($165 per person). Please mention it when registering.**
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Drop-In Session
Drop-In Session
November 11, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
The jewellery and lapidary studios are open for any member to use equipment they are familiar with, at a cost of $6 per session. No formal instruction is provided.
Stewards are Rebecca and Heather
More information here: https://crlc.ca/workshop
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Drop-in Session
Drop-in Session
November 12, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Studios are open for members to use equipment they are familiar with at a cost of $6. No formal instruction is provided.
Stewards are Dale T. and Adam
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Basic Wire Wrapping Class **Extra Class!**
Basic Wire Wrapping Class **Extra Class!**
November 12, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Want to get up to speed for the Wire Weaving Class coming up on the 16th? Here's your chance!
Wire Wrapping - Introductory
Wednesday, November 12th, 6pm to 9pm
$45, Max 6, Min 2
Instructor: Glenn Woolley
Call or text to register: 403-618-4380
Confirmation and payment 24 hours prior to class.
Etransfer - glenn.woolley@totalcsg.com
We will wrap a cabochon of your choice, tear drop, small oval or 20x40. Wire is also provided, silver, vintage bronze or bare copper. There are no pre-requisites for this class. Tools also provided.
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Drop-In
Drop-In
November 13, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Studios are open for members to use equipment they are familiar with at a cost of $6. No formal instruction is provided.
Glenn and Lisa H will steward
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CRLC General Meeting
CRLC General Meeting
November 14, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Meetings may be virtual. Check before attending. General Meetings on the second Friday of each month September to June. Presentations change monthly. Prospective New Members Welcome!
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Drop-in Session
Drop-in Session
November 15, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Studios are open for members to use equipment they are familiar with, at a cost of $6 per session. No formal instruction is provided.
Isaac or J.J. and Sara will steward.
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Wire Weaving Class for Beginners
Wire Weaving Class for Beginners
November 16, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Wire Weaving Class for Beginners
Sunday, November 16th, 12pm to 4pm
$65, Max 4, Min 2
Instructor: Glenn Woolley
Call or text to register: 403-618-4380
Confirmation and payment 24 hours prior to class.
Etransfer - glenn.woolley@totalcsg.com (mailto:glenn.woolley@totalcsg.com)
We will do a simple weave for a small oval. Stone is provided. Wire is provided, silver, vintage bronze or bare copper. Pre-requisites for this class is Basic Wire Wrapping Class or experience. Tools also provided.
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The 3 T's of Soldering (Theory, Tips and Tricks)
The 3 T's of Soldering (Theory, Tips and Tricks)
November 17, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
The 3 T's of Soldering (Theory, Tips and Tricks) Monday, November 17th, 5pm-8pm $80/Member, Max 3 Materials Included
Soldering has a few basic rules, but you need to know them well. After that, it's all heat control. I will be providing you with a few different types of solder to play with along with a few different samples to produce, to help you practice this very important skill. A handout will be provided for your future reference.
Please contact Adam directly to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com
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Drop-in Session
Drop-in Session
November 18, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Studios are open for members to use equipment they are familiar with, at a cost of $6 per session. No formal instruction is provided.
Norma Jean and Bev will Steward.
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Drop-in Session
Drop-in Session
November 19, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Studios are open for members to use equipment they are familiar with, at a cost of $6 per session. No formal instruction is provided.
Ehren and Bev will steward
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Enamel Workshop
Enamel Workshop
November 19, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
The jewellery studio is available for members to learn basic enameling techniques for kiln firing. For safety reasons, 3 members only at a time are permitted; at a cost of $6 drop-in fee as well as a $5 shop materials fee per session. Please preregister with Bev at crlcbev@gmail.com.
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Drop-In Session
Drop-In Session
November 20, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Lapidary and jewellery studios are open for members to use equipment they are familiar with at a cost of $6. No formal instruction is provided.
Chris H. and Bev will steward.
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Basic Lapidary
Basic Lapidary
November 21, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Basic Lapidary Friday, November 21st, 12pm-6pm $80/member, Max 4 Instructor: Adam Lagace Email to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com
Have you wanted to give cutting your own cabochons a try? For this low pressure workshop I will take you through the steps of trimming down a slab on the trim saw to grinding your rough shape, to final polish. Material to pick through will be provided. We will talk about things to look for before cutting, and differences in material. I will also share a shortcut to making round cabochons...
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Flush Setting
Flush Setting
November 23, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Flush Setting Sunday, November 23rd, 12pm-3pm $80/Member, Max 4 Materials Kit $30 Adding faceted gems to your work can be very rewarding. This method of setting is quite accessible. You will learn how to cut a seat for the stone and set a faceted gem into the surface of your practice plate. This type of setting will allow you to add little shiny pops of colour to the surface of your piece whether it's on a ring, pendant or earrings you will enjoy seeing those little flashes of light and colour. Material kit will include: - 5pcs of 3mm clear cubic zirconia - practice plate to work on - 3mm bud bur - 2.8mm hart bur - 0.8mm drill bit
**If you would like to take both classes today and make a day of it, save $20 on the class fees ($140 per person). Please mention it when registering.**
Please contact Adam directly to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com
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Flush Setting on a Ring
Flush Setting on a Ring
November 23, 2025 @ 11:00 pm - November 24, 2025 @ 2:00 am
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Flush Setting on a Ring Sunday, November 23rd, 4pm-7pm $80/Member, Max 4 Materials Kit $20 Adding faceted gems to your work can be very rewarding. This method of setting is quite accessible. You will learn how to cut a seat for the stone and set a faceted gem into the surface of your ring band. This type of setting will allow you to add little shiny pops of colour to the surface of your piece whether it's on a ring, pendant or earrings you will enjoy seeing those little flashes of light and colour. Material kit will include: - 5pcs of 3mm clear cubic zirconia - Small piece of silver sheet metal - Burs you should have from the earlier class for this process.
**If you would like to take both classes today and make a day of it, save $20 on the class fees ($140 per person). Please mention it when registering.**
Please contact Adam directly to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com
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Soldered Linkage Bracelet
Soldered Linkage Bracelet
November 24, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Soldered Linkage Bracelet Monday, November 24th, 5pm-9pm *New Extended Time* $80/member, Max 4 Materials Kit $50
This is a great way to practice your soldering skills while making yourself an attractive bracelet. I will be showing you how to make and cut your own jump rings to build your bracelet from scratch. There will be kits available for purchase ($50) that will include: -3 feet of 16GA round sterling silver wire -3 feet of 18GA round sterling silver wire -One pack of #3/0 saw blades (dozen) -1 foot of medium solder wire
Please contact Adam directly to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com
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Drop-In
Drop-In
November 25, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
The jewellery and lapidary studios are open for any member to use equipment they are familiar with, at a cost of $6 per session. No formal instruction is provided.
Stewards are Glenn and Jeanette
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Drop In
Drop In
November 26, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
The jewellery and lapidary studios are open for any member to use equipment they are familiar with, at a cost of $6 per session. No formal instruction is provided.
Stewards are John and Sara
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Drop In
Drop In
November 27, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
The jewellery and lapidary studios are open for any member to use equipment they are familiar with, at a cost of $6 per session. No formal instruction is provided.
Stewards are Cal and Dale N.
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Spinner Stone Pendant **New Class!**
Spinner Stone Pendant **New Class!**
November 28, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Spinner Stone Pendant **New Class!** Friday, November 28th, 12pm-5pm $125/Member, Max 4 Materials Included In this class, you will be making a captured spinning sphere pendant! I will have spheres for you to pick from that we will make into a spinning fun pendant that you will not want to let go of... I will have stainless steel chains available so you can use it right away!
Please contact Adam directly to register at: merkury.metals@gmail.com
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How to Use the Rolling Mill
How to Use the Rolling Mill
November 29, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
How to Use the Rolling Mill Saturday, November 29th, 12pm-3pm $65/member, Max 4 Materials included
Come check out the rolling mill and some of the cool things you can do with it, like roller printing on sheet metal, making your wire square or half round. This will be a fun workshop of discovery and inspiration while you collect a visual library. Can also be tied into the class following this...
Please contact Adam directly to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com
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Textured Cuff
Textured Cuff
November 29, 2025 @ 11:00 pm - November 30, 2025 @ 2:00 am
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Textured Cuff Saturday, November 29th, 4pm-7pm $80/Member, Max 4 You will be making a copper cuff with your choice of a variety of textures/ stamps, while learning how to anneal your metal and give it a heat patina. Great way to spend an evening, banging away on some metal :)
Please message Adam directly to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com
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Basic Lapidary
Basic Lapidary
November 30, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club, 3650 19 St NE #13, Calgary, AB T2E 6V2, Canada
Basic Lapidary Sunday, November 30th, 12pm-6pm $80/member, Max 4 Instructor: Adam Lagace Email to register: merkury.metals@gmail.com
Have you wanted to give cutting your own cabochons a try? For this low pressure workshop I will take you through the steps of trimming down a slab on the trim saw to grinding your rough shape, to final polish. Material to pick through will be provided. We will talk about things to look for before cutting, and differences in material. I will also share a shortcut to making round cabochons...
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