If your friend is ready to quit, it may be helpful for you both to attend. You may find it helpful to quit with a friend because you can carpool to the group and talk to each other if you have a craving.  You can also celebrate your success together. If you think your friend will not support you (or will make excuses for you to keep using tobacco), bring a different friend. Your friend does not have to be a tobacco user to come with you.