I am sorry about the closing of your LQS, it is sad when they close their doors. Even when they go online only, there is a sense of loss when you no longer have a gathering place to share your passion for quilting.
I also try to support my local LQS (we have 3) and with the economy and my budget, I am not able to do much. You can bet your bippy that when I DO have a few extra $s to spend, I'm headed to a LQS. Even if it is only a little, every little bit spent locally helps!!