I joined a guild recently,usually attend the monthly meetings with SIL. It is a large group and they have a monthly speaker, some nationally known. They also have many small groups but most are full. Just was contacted by someone starting a new small group. She said she had been asked by someone in guild to start another one, so I think they are trying to reach out to people. But, as in any large group, it is hard to get to know others wihtout getting involved in projects,etc. So, my point is, I am giving it a try and hoping it will work out. Should be a good way to meet new people. If all I was able to do is go to a monthly meeting there, I probably wouldn't bother. Hoping for the best!