Have a fun family outing for “cheap” this weekend.  The Delaware Mineralogical Society (WOW, what a mouthful!!) is having their 49th annual Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show March 3-4, 2012. It is a fairly inexpensive way to not only have a fun family outing but to also learn while you have fun – adults and kids alike.

This year their theme is “Made Mined in America”. I can’t wait to see what they have to offer and to learn what and how things are being mined in America.

My kids have wanted to go to this show for a few years now (3 to be exact) so I can’t wait to make it happen. I think their favorite will be the displays made by junior members, kids their age. I can already see my 8 year old begging to join.

There will mineral and fossil vendors, gem, jewelry and lapidary supplies, demonstrations, exhibits, door prizes, and a jr. booth for the kids.

Location: Delaware Technical and Community College
400 Churchman’s Road
Newark, DE

Time: March 3 – 10 AM – 6 PM
March 4 – 11 AM – 5 PM

Adults: $6
Juniors (12-16): $4
Children + all Scouts in uniform: FREE

Save even more by going to their web page and printing coupons good for $1 off admission prices.  Really, for $5-$20 you can’t get much more inexpensive family fun. Well, unless you get it free.

Want more information (or coupons)? www.delminsociety.net