Welcome from Ventura County California. What city do you live in. I have a sister-in-law in Valley Center and my son is stationed at North Island. My #3 daughter will be finishing her masters degree at Pt Loma returning in August.
There is a huge store called Rosie's Calico Corner down just east of Mission Valley. They have great prices and classes going on, though it may be too far for classes. There's a great little store in Poway too, though the name at the moment is escaping me.
This is a great place to ask questions and get great advice for every level of quilter. You are not the youngest, we did have a 13 yr old on here, though she hasn't posted that last couple months.