The Doll Doctors' Association conducts two meetings a year in Gaithersburg, Maryland.  These meetings normally take place in early December and June each year.  The meetings are always scheduled in conjunction with a two day doll and toy show which has been held in Gaithersburg for many years.  That makes attending not only a great way to meet the members and establish contacts, but also an opportunity to add to your doll collection, or get parts and supplies for the dolls you are working on.