The New York State Jewelers Association was founded in 1909 to foster, promote and protect the welfare of the jewelers in New York State. With over 600 members from Montauk to Buffalo, the NYSJA represents the top retailers, designers, suppliers and manufacturers in New York City—the jewelry capital of the world.

NYSJA's CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY GALA registration is taking place now! This fabulous event will take place on Saturday, July 25 at the Five Star Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 80 Columbus Circle at 60th St. The event begins at 6:00 PM with Cocktails and a Silent Auction. Click on the "Events Tab" and go to "Event Registration form" to register online. Sponsorship and Advertising opportunities are still available. Click on the Sponsorship Form in order to download the sponsor form. Do not miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to celebrate 100 years of NYSJA! OUTHOUSE PR has been hired to help NYSJA publicize this momentous occasion. A historical video has been produced and will be shown druing the evening.

Advertising Opportunities are available for the keepsake Centennial Journal that will be distributed at the Event and mailed out to the membership. The Journal also serves as the member directory, thus ensuring repeated exposure of your advertisement throughout the year. Click here for downloadable Advertising Rate forms. Deadline for all advertising is July 3, 2009.

The Observations is now an E Newsletter! In keeping with the "going green" movement, NYSJA will now be sending out a monthly E Newsletter. If you have not received your Summer Newsletter, please let us know.

NYSJA Silent Auction forms are now available and donations are being accepted. Silent Auction forms and additional information are available via the "Events" Tab. All proceeds from the Silent and Live auctions held during the event this year wll be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project (a non-profit organization that is dedicated to assisting the veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars in overcoming injuries and returning to civilian life).

Membership Renewals: Have been mailed out for both Regular and Associate members. Don't wait — renew today and continue to take advantage of the many benefits your association membership offers and be a part of a centennial organization.

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The NYSJA is pleased to recognize the following companies and organizations that support our mission:

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