First Meeting

What to Expect at Your First Meeting

We know walking into a new group can be intimidating. Here is exactly what happens when you visit us.

When and Where

We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM PT. of every month.

  • In-Person: We gather at Cathy Hopper Clairemont Friendship Center, 4421 Bannock Avenue, San Diego, CA 92117. Doors open at 6 PM PST for socializing.
  • Online: Our Zoom room opens at 6:15PM (PST). 
  • Zoom Link: For SDANG Members All Zoom links and passwords for our monthly meetings and social stitching sessions are located in the Members Only Portal. Simply log in to access the current “Meeting Links” dashboard. Member Login

For Guests & Visitors We welcome guests to join us! To protect our community from “Zoom-bombing,” we do not post links publicly. To receive an invitation and link for an upcoming session, please request a Guest Invitation. Request a Guest Invitation

Do I Need to Bring Anything?

In short: No. You don’t need a project, a needle, or any special supplies to attend your first meeting. Many people come just to watch the program and see what needlepoint is all about.

  • If you have a project: Feel free to bring it!
  • If you are brand new: Just bring yourself. We often have “getting started” materials available for those who want to try a few stitches.

What Happens During the Meeting?

Our meetings are relaxed and typically follow this flow:

  1. Welcome & Socializing: A low-pressure time to meet other members and see what everyone is working on.
  2. Business Meeting: Board members highlight current and future activities. It’s a short meeting leaving plenty of time for socializing, stitching and the program. 
  3. The Program: A short demonstration, guest speaker, or technique lesson. We make sure our Zoom participants can see and hear the presentation clearly.
  4. Show-and-Tell: An optional time for members to share their recent finishes (we love seeing “first-ever” projects just as much as expert ones!).
  5. Chapter News: A brief update on upcoming workshops or guild events.

Three Things to Know

  1. Observation is Welcome: You are never “put on the spot.” You are welcome to sit back, listen, and learn.
  2. No Experience Required: We mean it. We love teaching the craft to people who have never held a needle.
  3. Hybrid Inclusion: If you join via Zoom, you aren’t just a fly on the wall. You can ask questions, participate in discussions, and share your work during show-and-tell.

Still Have Questions?

We’d love to hear from you. Contact us