Your local Ruby user group is a great place to connect with other Ruby programmers. Ruby user groups are self-organizing and typically feature monthly meet-ups, a mailing list, a web site, and coding sessions.
Finding a Group
The best way to find a user group near you is to search online for "Ruby user group" and your city or region. You can also check:
Starting a Group
If there's no group in your area, consider starting one! You don't need much — just a handful of interested developers and a regular meeting place. Post to Ruby-Talk to let people know.