I know how you feel. I went to a local guild here and never felt welcome. 3 ladies chatted during the whole meeting and I couldn't hear. Then "they" were the "winners" of many awards that were given that night from a recent quilt show. I went to the next meeting and no one said anything to me. It was very obvious who the very "active, involved" members were and I felt so uncomfortable. Did we go to the same meeting????? I get more from this site. Thanks to you all out there on the Quilting Board. I have truly felt very welcome here. Such positive energy and support. Blessing to you all.