Post subject: Bill Larson: Gem Crystals of Burma 4/14/2010
Posted: Thu Apr 01, 2010 6:37 pm
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Joined: Sat Jun 16, 2007 2:26 am Posts: 64 Location: San Diego
Everyone is welcome!!!
SAN DIEGO WJA AND GIA ALUMNI Presents…
Gem Crystals of Burma – The Source and Experience
with Bill Larson, President, Pala International
Pack your passport…..“Burma Bill” will take you on the experience he has traveled nearly two dozen times – into the valley of gems to one of the most historical resources for fine gems – Burma (now called Myanmar). Your journey will begin with history, and include the profound experience of visiting this land. You will also hear first hand, about the abundance of gems and minerals found, some of Bill’s guests/travel partner’s experiences to Burma, and the current trading issues that have resulted from the US embargo against Myanmar.
Larson is one of the world’s most dynamic experts, recognized in the mineral and colored gemstone trades. He has lectured all over the globe, and his consult is regularly in demand. Items from his “personal” gem collection can often be viewed in some of the world’s most recognized museums (including GIA). His passion for gem minerals is easily recognizable – after meeting him, you will be inspired!
Larson holds such distinctions and current positions as; US Ambassador for the International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA), and Board Member for the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA), while leading his company PALA International - a highly respected distributor of fine and unusual colored gems. He is also recognized as the individual who put San Diego gem mining “back on the charts” – with his mine ownership, significant mining operations and discoveries in the PALA gem mining district, beginning with his efforts in the 1960’s.
DATE: WEDNESDAY, April 14, 2010
TIME: 6:30 p.m. Registration
7 p.m. Presentation begins – promptly (Mix & Mingle prior to the lecture. See details below.)
COST: $15 if paid by Monday, April 12th - $20 after and at the door (Please reserve a spot even if you'll pay at the door.)
RSVP: By Monday, April 12th to: Blaire Beavers, SD Alumni Chapter President at: email info@giasd.org and payment information will be sent to you.
For more information call Blaire Beavers at 619-279-3190
LOCATION: La Costa Resort & Spa
Carnation Room (Upper level – Conference Center)
2100 Costa Del Mar Road
Carlsbad, CA 92009
PH: 800-854-5000
FREE VALET parking for event attendees. There is also self-parking option.
MIX & MINGLE – 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Mix/Mingle – Networking Opportunity (optional)
Non-Hosted Happy Hour
Location: Blue Fire Grill @ the resort
Blue Fire Grill is conveniently located next to conference center
Following the lecture:
§ We encourage both associations and guests to continue the evening networking at Blue Fire Grill
§ At Blue Fire Grill’s “Happy Hour Food & Beverage – All Night Long” (Non-hosted)
§ Blue Fire grill is our “suggested” source for food & beverage for the evening! www.dinebluefire.com/menu § A great pre & post mix/mingle spot!
§ Enjoy indoors or out on their amazing patio area – seating, fire pits, and heat lamps!
Hope to see you there!
_________________ Rock Hound From Birth
Last edited by Blaire on Fri Apr 02, 2010 10:48 am, edited 1 time in total.
Joined: Sat Jun 16, 2007 2:26 am Posts: 64 Location: San Diego
Morning Dove, I feel your pain. This happens to me all the time! Bill will also be speaking at the Sinkankas Symposium on Feldspar on the weekend. You can have a look at some cool John Koivula feldspar photos on the Sinkankas Symposium website: www.sinkankassymposium.net
Joined: Fri Feb 19, 2010 3:22 am Posts: 38 Location: San Diego
Bill,
Thanks for getting a big room;;; i will spread the word on my end too as i have heard a lot about you and will love to attend your lecture. Pakistan amabasador wanna come over to meet me to discuss minning in Pakistan and i will love if you can join the meeting next month;;
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