Lincoln Orbit Earth Science Society

LATEST INFORMATION
MEETING...

DATE: Monday, November 19, 2007
TIME: 7:OO PM
PLACE: Illinois State Museum
502 S. Spring Street
Springfield
TOPIC:
Mega Disasters: Yellowstone Eruption 
 
This program presents the potential of a volcanic eruption at Yellowstone. It looks at historic eruptions and speculates the probability and effects of a subsequent, similar event. It explains the signs that are being monitored by the scientific community. [DVD from the History Channel]

Invite a friend.

The General Public is welcome.

FIELD TRIP...

DATE: Saturday, November 10,, 2007
TIME: 9:30 AM
PLACE: Quarry,
Black Rock, AR

This is a quarry, so don't forget sturdy boots, hard hats, and safety glasses along with your normal collecting gear. 

**Members Only**
COLLECTING: Pink dolomite, calcite, chalcopyrite

2008 SHOW...

DATE: Saturday, October 4, 2008
Sunday, October 5, 2008
TIME: Saturday - 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday - 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
PLACE: Illinois Building
Illinois State Fairgrounds
Sangamon Avenue and Peoria Road, Springfield
HIGHLIGHTS: THEME: Pending
  • Silent Auction
  • Spin & Win Game for Kids
  • Fossil Dig
  • Flint knapping
  • Door Prizes
  • Geode Cracking Demonstration
  • Member Exhibits and Demonstrations
  • Special Exhibits from the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Arts, Elmhurst, IL
  • Dealers with Minerals, Gems, Fossils, & Jewelry
  • Concession Stand with Lots of Goodies
  • Free Parking

NOTE: Admission is $2.00 ($1.00 for Senior Citizens (65 & over); Scouts in Uniform, 4-H Groups, or children under 12 accompanied by an adult admitted FREE.

          DON'T MISS THIS!

There are other Gem,Mineral, and Fossil Shows that those interested can attend.

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