| Our club was chartered in 1958. The catalyst for the formation of the group being a night school program taught by Laurie Meggait. Since formation, the club has operated from a variety of locations including members garages, basements, and greenhouses. Our first permanent workshop was housed in the basement of the old ice arena With the assistance of the municipality, the club moved to its present address on Fern Crescent adjoining the home of the artist in residence. We are a family-oriented arts group. Members of all ages are encouraged to explore creativity in a wide range of media. Club activities include: - Silversmithing - Jewellery Design & Fabrication - Precious Metal Clay - Gemstone Faceting - Gemstone Cabochons - Stone carving - Mixed media sculpture - Enamelling - Lost wax and other casting methods - Lampworking (glass) beads - Stone tumbling and polishing - Mineral collecting - Rockhound field trips As a member group of the Arts Council we now offer classes in Silver & Metal Smithing and Soapstone carving. New programs are being developed to offer in the future. We are a registered member of the BC Lapidary society. Our clubhouse also features an excellent display of rocks, crystals, and minerals for public viewing. We encourage the public to drop in (Friday evenings) for a tour and view some activities in progress. |
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| About us - a short biography - annual membership fees |
| A brief history of the Maple Ridge Lapidary Club |
| Membership Type - Annual fees and Description Individual (Adult) $ 20.00 Individual Individual (Junior) $ 20.00 Individual over the age of 16 Family $ 35.00 Immediate family The Membership Term is from January - December 31. An application received after July 31 covers a short term from August 01. - December 31 and is a half standard fee. You can join our club any time, just drop in on regular shop hours: Stone carving - Wednesday and Friday from 6pm to 9pm Silversmithing - Tuesday and Friday from 6pm to 9pm Or just send us an e-mail: m.ridge_lapiclub@yahoo.ca |
| Annual - Membership fees and Description |
| Maple Ridge Lapidary Club |