NMFG April Workshop

We filled the workshop room with 15 people all busy faceting. A lot of work was accomplished. We had one completed gem from the previous workshop and one gem that was completed at this workshop. There were door prizes for most everyone present. Andy also had some great handouts for us.

NMFG Members support AGMC’s TotE show

Our NMFG members supported AGMC’s annual TotE show again in 2025. The show was popular as always and another great success. NMFG members  were present for the entire show. During the entire show, NMFG members demonstrated faceting and answered questions from visitors. Below are a few photos from the show.

NMFG Booth at TotE Show
Carsten working on the table facet on a 3000 grit lap, during the 2025 TotE show.
Carsten’s gem coming to completion during the TotE show of 2025

Upcoming NMFG Workshop on March 24

NMFG MEMBERS,

The next NMFG faceting workshop will be Sunday, 30 March 2025, at the Placitas Community Library, 453 Hwy 165, Placitas 87043, with set up starting at 8:30am and the workshop running from 9 AM to 3 PM.  We’ll follow the usual format of spending most of the time at your machines.  Instructors will be available to assist anyone needing help.  The cost is $15.00 per person to cover the cost of materials, lunch, and part of the cost for the use of the library. Please RSVP by Thursday, March 27th so we can do the necessary planning. This is an opportunity to pay your 2025 dues.

Very important:  If you do not have a machine and want to come to the workshop you must let me know ASAP because there are only two available faceting machines, and instructors are limited.

Parking is in the gravel lot to the West side of the building.  You will enter the meeting room from the parking lot. You will be able to dump the wastewater in the dirt past the North end of the parking lot. There is a kitchen type setup where you will be able to get water.

Directions to the Placitas Community Library:  Go North on I-25 to exit 242.  Exit and go East 4.3 miles and you will see a Green and White sign pointing to the library.

If you have questions, call George. Please call or email George to RSVP.

Google Link:

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Placitas+Community+Library/@35.3073373,-106.4617844,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8718834f33d4dce5:0xdfb2150c0305f2c5!8m2!3d35.3072467!4d-106.45

Upcoming NMFG Member Meeting March 11

NMFG Member Meeting        PLEASE NOTE NEW START TIME

11 March at 6:00 to 8:00PM, at the Baca Center

NMFG Members,

We are planning a show-tell of your latest Master Gems. Andy will present a slideshow on his shopping trip to Tucson.  There will be several door prizes for the lucky members.

PLEASE RSVP to George.  It is helpful to know how many members are coming.

Same meeting location:

North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center

7521 Carmel NE
Albuquerque, NM 87113

http://www.cabq.gov/seniors/senior-multigenerational-centers/north-domingo-baca-multigenerational-center

NMFG Feb Workshop

There were 11 busy faceters at the workshop in February. We had a few new faces which is always great to see. There were door prizes for everyone present, snacks, and lunch. Our next workshop will be March 30. Below are some pictures from the event.

 

Upcoming NMFG Workshop – Feb 23

The next NMFG faceting workshop will be Sunday, 23 February 2025, at the Placitas Community Library, 453 Hwy 165, Placitas 87043, from 8:30 AM  for set up, then 9 AM to 3 PM workshop.  We’ll follow the usual format of spending most of the time at your machines.  Instructors will be available to assist anyone needing help.  The cost is $15.00 per person to cover the cost of materials, lunch, and part of the cost for the use of the library. Please RSVP by Thursday, February 20th so we can do the necessary planning. This is an opportunity to pay your 2025 dues.

Very important:  If you do not have a machine and want to come to the workshop you must let me know ASAP because there are only a MAX. of 3 available faceting machines, and instructors are limited.

Parking is in the gravel lot to the West side of the building.  You will enter the meeting room from the parking lot. You will be able to dump the wastewater in the dirt past the North end of the parking lot. There is a kitchen type setup where you will be able to get water.

Directions to the Placitas Community Library:  Go North on I-25 to exit 242.  Exit and go East 4.3 miles and you will see a Green and White sign pointing to the library.

RSVP to George by phone or email.

Google Link:

Upcoming NMFG Workshop – Jan. 19

The next NMFG faceting workshop will be Sunday, 19 January 2025, at the Placitas Community Library, 453 Hwy 165, Placitas 87043, starting at 8:30 for set up and running 9 AM to 3 PM for the workshop.  We’ll follow the usual format of spending most of the time at your machines.  Instructors will be available to assist anyone needing help.  The cost is $15.00 per person to cover the cost of materials, lunch, and part of the cost for the use of the library. Please RSVP no later than Thursday, January 16 so we can do the necessary planning. This is an opportunity to pay your 2025 dues.

Very important:  If you do not have a machine and want to come to the workshop you must let George know ASAP because there are only two available faceting machines, and instructors are limited.

Parking is in the gravel lot to the West side of the building.  You will enter the meeting room from the parking lot. You will be able to dump the wastewater in the dirt past the North end of the parking lot. There is a kitchen type setup where you will be able to get water.

Directions to the Placitas Community Library:  Go North on I-25 to exit 242.  Exit and go East 4.3 miles and you will see a Green and White sign pointing to the library.

RSVP by calling or emailing George, and call George if you have any questions.

Google Link:

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Placitas+Community+Library/@35.3073373,-106.4617844,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8718834f33d4dce5:0xdfb2150c0305f2c5!8m2!3d35.3072467!4d-106.45

Upcoming NMFG Member Meeting – Jan. 14

NMFG Member Meeting        PLEASE NOTE NEW START TIME

JANUARY at 6:00 to 8:00PM, at the Baca Center

NMFG Members,

We are planning a show-tell of your latest Master Gems. Andy will present a program TBA.  There will be several door prizes for the lucky members.

PLEASE RSVP  to George as it would be helpful to know how many members are coming.

 

Location:  North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center

7521 Carmel NE
Albuquerque, NM 87113

http://www.cabq.gov/seniors/senior-multigenerational-centers/north-domingo-baca-multigenerational-center

October 2024 Workshop

We had 11 dedicated faceters at our October workshop. Lots of great work was accomplished and everyone received a door prize as well. There was  rough for sale at super reduced prices that many of the group took advantage of. Finally, Andy had a couple of handouts for us. One handout was a Portuguese design and the other a set of links to videos covering a variety of topics. We’d like to thank our instructors – George, Andy, and Carsten – who do so much to make our time productive during the workshops.