Ungrouped!

I'd love to join a quilting group nearby, to hear others' experiences and maybe borrow some of their knowledge. I'm such a beginner and would love to know more about everything. Can I find a group nearby? No chance! There's a woman who sells fabric about 8 miles away, but she hasn't a clue about anything other than making money out of the hobby, and couldn't suggest any groups at all. I've tried google and facebook to no avail. I can't be the only person in these parts who enjoys quilting! If I lived in the USA there'd be a quilter on every corner. Yet another reason to emigrate....