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The Birthstone for January is Garnet
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Garnet is the traditional January birthstone, it symbolizes faith, fidelity, and true friendship. The name is derived from the Latin word for pomegranate due to its rich red color. In the past, the garnet was worn for protection and extra boldness in battle or while traveling and as a guard against poison. The stone was a favorite of Vikings and is often discovered among unearthed Viking jewelry. Medieval medicine believed the garnet reduced inflammation or fever. It was also thought to bring sleep and wealth to the wearer.
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From The President's Desk:
Hello Rockhounds,
It's January, a new beginning to another year- 2022. It's a time to reflect on saying goodbye to the last year and all it's faults and disappointments. It is also a time when we try to carry on and build our strengths and rely on our character. We didn't have many club activities, fewer meetings and less attendance than previous years. I would hope that those projects and agendas will continue to be our vision. Let's make new discoveries together again. Now, if you have paid dues for this year, we thank you. If you haven't, you may miss out on what this club has always maintained, a place to share the hobby, share the treasures and rewards of members, and enjoy the chance to be educated about all those rocks. Wishing you thoughts and a few prayers for a Good Year! Join us again!
-President Dan
It's January, a new beginning to another year- 2022. It's a time to reflect on saying goodbye to the last year and all it's faults and disappointments. It is also a time when we try to carry on and build our strengths and rely on our character. We didn't have many club activities, fewer meetings and less attendance than previous years. I would hope that those projects and agendas will continue to be our vision. Let's make new discoveries together again. Now, if you have paid dues for this year, we thank you. If you haven't, you may miss out on what this club has always maintained, a place to share the hobby, share the treasures and rewards of members, and enjoy the chance to be educated about all those rocks. Wishing you thoughts and a few prayers for a Good Year! Join us again!
-President Dan
Dues are past due
Members, check out the information on how to renew in the Information
For Members Tab on this page or in your Rockpile Newsletter.
It's that time again when you are asked to renew your membership for the year (2022) in the Midwest Mineralogical and Lapidary Society. (Membership runs from January through December each year.) May we ask your cooperation by renewing now. Doing so will ease our Treasurer's job, save the cost of an extra mailing and assure your receipt of The Rockpile without interruption. Just use the handy Membership Renewal Form. Complete the form, enclose your check made payable to MMLS and mail to our treasurer: Doris Snyder 9728 Pardee Taylor, Mi 48180 It's that easy! If you would like your membership card mailed to you, please include a SASE.
For Members Tab on this page or in your Rockpile Newsletter.
It's that time again when you are asked to renew your membership for the year (2022) in the Midwest Mineralogical and Lapidary Society. (Membership runs from January through December each year.) May we ask your cooperation by renewing now. Doing so will ease our Treasurer's job, save the cost of an extra mailing and assure your receipt of The Rockpile without interruption. Just use the handy Membership Renewal Form. Complete the form, enclose your check made payable to MMLS and mail to our treasurer: Doris Snyder 9728 Pardee Taylor, Mi 48180 It's that easy! If you would like your membership card mailed to you, please include a SASE.
