December Holiday Party & Potluck

Date:

Location: Monmouth Worship Center 37 Vanderburg Rd., Marlboro, NJ 07746

Celebrate the season with the Friends of Mineralogy – New Jersey Chapter at our annual FM-NJ December Party & Pot Luck! This fun community event brings together mineral enthusiasts, collectors, and friends for an evening of food, prizes, and holiday spirit.

 

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Event Highlights

Potluck & Light Fare

We will be providing several pizzas from Pizza Pasta Factory.
Members are invited to bring light-fare potluck items, such as:

• Snacks

• Desserts

• Salads

• Beverages

Please do NOT bring hot main-entrée dishes that require crockpots or heating appliances.

To help us coordinate food, please email or call Groundhog Dave with what you plan to bring.

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Member-Donated Mineral Mayhem Raffle

We are hosting a special Member Donate Specimen Raffle featuring minerals contributed by FM-NJ members.
If you would like to donate one or two specimens, please let Groundhog Dave know in advance so we can prepare the raffle list.

This is a great chance to share something from your collection — and maybe take home a new treasure too!

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Holiday Contests

Come dressed in your most festive gear! We will have fun holiday-themed contests including:

• Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest

• Best Holiday-Themed Food Item Contest

Participation is optional but highly encouraged for extra holiday cheer!

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RSVP Required

If you plan to attend, please RSVP by November 30 (or sooner).

Contact Groundhog Dave:
732-939-4476
DShapiro33@gmail.com

Your RSVP helps us plan food, seating, and raffle preparation.

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Join FM-NJ for a Fun, Festive Night!

Whether you’re a long-time member or new to the mineral community, this December party is a great way to connect, relax, and celebrate with fellow rockhounds. We look forward to seeing you there!