I belong to a small group. We limit our group to 20 members. We meet monthly and have a yearly project, show and tell,"problem children" (things that are giving us trouble and we give and get help), demos on techniques or new products, Secret Pals, and of course dessert! twice a year we have a sew day. We are all very close, all of us are at different skill levels and have varied areas of expertise. I joined the group as a beginner (you have to be recommended for membership adn voted on)and I have learned so much. I've gained 20 new friends, I love it. no egos in our group so I think we are very lucky.