If you are traveling to Tucson for the gem & mineral shows, check out Glory of Beads, a room full of Venetian beads & jewelry at the Canoa Ranch Resort in Green Valley, about 30 minutes south of Tucson.

The show runs from Jan. 20 - Feb. 4, 9 AM to 5 PM.

On your way back, hit the Colors of the Stone show at the Casino del Sol, another off-the-beaten track bead destination.

Maybe we can all meet up and have a bead get-together like in the "good old days". I'm arriving on Jan. 27. Who else is dropping by the Big T this year?