I would suggest that you start traveling to some areas that have a climate that you could enjoy. Honestly, I think there are good quilting groups and shops in most areas. We take our motorhome to the gulf coast of Texas in the winter and stay near the beach. The weather near the water can be a little rough in the winter, but we love it. There are quilt shops and quilt guilds within an hour away, some closer. We don't want to move permanently but enjoy our time away.