Members and their guests gather to hear mystery writers, private detectives, professionals from law enforcement agencies, and forensics experts describe their work and answer questions. A major benefit of membership is developing friendships among people with like interests. For writers, Sisters in Crime provides a network of support and information, both local and national. Other benefits include the opportunity to participate in national conventions at the Sisters in Crime booth. For example, at the annual Malice Domestic convention in Washington, D.C., Chesapeake Chapter sponsors a booth in the dealers room and a hospitality suite for members and guests.
Members can also participate in special field trips.