I, like Shelbie, am a member of a rather large guild. We have several sub-groups according to various interests. Each meets at different times once a month. I have found that joining in the work days for the charitable organizations we serve was the best way to make "quilting friends". Our LQS also has a couple "clubs" of which I am a member. Met many wonderful quilters that way also. I am also in a church quilting group (not my church, but wonderful ladies to work with and learn from...). Best of luck finding comrades -- they are the best!!
Linda in Missouri