Registering for Shows at Tucson 2011

I've had some great responses to my plea for help with planning my trip to the Tucson Gem Show 2011. Thank you and please keep 'em coming!

One common piece of advice for navigating the overwhelming Tucson show event is to pre-register for the big shows. Avoid the long lines and get the details on what paperwork they require when you show up at their doors (and even if you pre-register, you'll want all your papers with you at all times!). Most require a business license, others also require a jewelry professionals' membership OR proof of jewelry purchases in the form of invoices with mimimum purchase amounts. A hassle, but I guess its their way of filtering the crowds to just serious buyers.

Here are some shows who have already opened their pre-registration forms for Jan-Feb 2011 Tucson. Registration often ends early Jan, so don't forget to sign up soon!

J.O.G.S Gem Show
http://www.jogsshow.com/index.php

AGTA GemFair Tucscon
http://www.agta.org/tradeshows/gemfair-tucson.html

Gem and Lapidary Wholesalers Show
http://www.glwshows.com/

Gem and Jewelry Exchange
http://www.gjxusa.com/gjxhomepage.html

Am I missing any biggies? Post your favorite Tucson shows here!

peggy