Gems, minerals, jewelry & fossils are on display at the 63rd annual Ventura Gem Show, which includes children's activities, making it fun for the entire family. Free teacher resources, displays, jewelry-making demonstrations, gold-panning activity, 15 dealers, raffle, silent auctions, and more. Admission is free (note: the Fairgrounds charges a parking fee). Benefits the Ventura Gem & Mineral Society, a nonprofit educational organization encouraging interest in minerals, fossils, lapidary & jewelry arts via monthly lectures & workshops, a kids' program, a college scholarship, & presentations to schools throughout Ventura County.