Kevin Healy demonstrates soapstone carving at this year's BC Gem Show at Ag Rec Saturday and Sunday.

Kevin Healy demonstrates soapstone carving at this year's BC Gem Show at Ag Rec Saturday and Sunday.

SLIDE SHOW:BC Gem Show at Ag-Rec

The annual BC Gem show takes over the Ag-Rec building on Saturday and Sunday. Event has something for the whole family.



The BC Gem Show featuring displays, demos, kids creative workshops and gold panning is on at Ag-Rec Saturday and Sunday April 8 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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