Our guild has over 300 members and a little more than half attend the monthly meetings. We have a hostess who greets new members and visitors and shows them around. We have 25-30 small quilt groups that meet weekly, or twice a month with different interests - applique, hand quilting, quilted garments, doll making, veterans quilts, charity quilts, art quilts, etc. The small groups help everyone feel connected. We sponsor monthly classes, vary them to accomodate all levels and interests. Same with "block of the month" - simple beginner blocks, paper piecing with great instructions, applique, vintage blocks. Find a friendlier group who really wants to encourage quilting for everyone!