Alcoholics Anonymous Cleveland

Big Book Workshop – Back to Basics Summer Session 4 2017
2017-07-27 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Rocky River Presbyterian Church, 21750 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH, 44116, United States
Before there were meeting schedules, the AA pioneers helped newcomers through The Steps as quickly as possible so that they could begin to help others. We follow the path of the early days of AA and actually work all of The Twelve Steps over the course of four weeks.
We will be listening to a powerful audio presentation by Paul Fisher who facilitates a series of Back to Basics meetings. While it is not in the meeting schedule book, this workshop is listed in the events calendar on the aacleve.org website. Back to Basics sessions have been held continuously on the west side of Cleveland, every quarter, since January 2008.
All Are Welcome
DATES: Thursdays July 6, 13, 20 & 27
TIME: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
PLACE: Rocky River Presbyterian Church 21750 Detroit Road, Rocky River, OH 44116
BRING: Your Big Book and an open mind.
(If you don’t have a Big Book, loaners are available.)
Suggested reading in advance: The Doctor’s Opinion, plus pages 1 thru 44.
Note: Additional time will be available following the 2nd session, held on the 13th, to discuss writing out the 4th Step and arranging for the 5th Step.
Questions?
Scott C. 440-785-1230 | scottrcrawford@cox.net
Ron H. 440-463-0934 | chapter5page58@gmail.com

Big Book Workshop – Back to Basics Summer Session 3 2017
2017-07-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Rocky River Presbyterian Church, 21750 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH, 44116, United States

Area 54 Mini Assembly
2017-07-16 14:00 - 16:00 | 12 Step Recovery Club, 1480 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212, United States

Big Book Workshop – Back to Basics Summer Session 2 2017
2017-07-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Rocky River Presbyterian Church, 21750 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH, 44116, United States

Legacy Evening
2017-07-10 18:30 - 19:30 | A.A. Cleveland District Office, 1557 St Clair Ave, NE, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
A priest, a rabbi, a minister, and an atheist walked into a Fellowship. No joke!
“God As We Understand Him: the Spiritual versus Religious Natures of Alcoholics Anonymous”
A documentary of this primary AA tenet created by Josh Gippin, a non-alcoholic videographer who will discuss what prompted him to create this and the creation process as well as Susan S., a religious leader to talk on participating in this creation.
Free on-street parking after 6 pm.
Reservations recommended but not required. Please R.S.V.P. to Jason or call (216) 241-7387.

Big Book Workshop - Back to Basics Summer Session 1 2017
2017-07-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Rocky River Presbyterian Church, 21750 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH, 44116, United States

Advisory Committee Meeting - June 2017
2017-06-26 19:00 - 20:00 | A.A. Cleveland District Office, 1557 St Clair Ave, NE, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Come join us at the next Advisory Committee Meeting and voice your opinion about Cleveland AA and the Cleveland District Office – all are welcome! Some topics to be covered are:

Finance
Literature
Fun Drive
Corrections
Activities Committee
Meeting Schedule and Secretary Updates
Communications
Archives

Special Announcement
We still need an Operating Committee Member for Area 8. Please call Ruth at 216-241-7387 if you wish to serve and have 3 years of uninterrupted sobriety and live or have a home group in Area 8.
AREA/TERM 8: 44001 Amherst, 44011 Avon, 44012 Avon Lake, 44039 North Ridgeville, 44054 Sheffield Lake, 44070 North Olmsted, 44116 Rocky River, 44126 Fairview Park, 44140 Bay Village, 44145 Westlake

Area 54 Open House Picnic
2017-06-25 10:00 - 15:00 | New Bird Shelter, 560 Bird St, Wadsworth, OH, 44281, United States
Hamburgers & Hot Dogs Provided
Please Bring a Covered Dish to share

35th Annual New London AA Campout
2017-06-23 - 2017-06-25 | New London Recreational Park, 2 Blake St, New London, OH, 44851, United States
Last full weekend in June – Family Fun, AA Meetings, Fellowship. Family camping.
Activities:

50/50 Raffles
Karaoke/DJ
Make your own Tie Die Shirt
New AA T-shirt Sales

Please see flyer for itinerary and other helpful details.

Big Book Step Study
2017-06-16 18:00 - 2017-06-18 20:00 | Ludwig’s Corner Fire Company, 1325 Pottstown Pike, Glenmoore, PA, 19343, United States
Two speakers break down the Big Book over the course of a weekend. Flyers and registration can be found at lollapaloozaofaa.org.
Event Price: $25

71st Annual Memorial Mass & Breakfast
2017-05-28 08:00 - 12:00 | St. John’s Cathedral, 1007 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Remembering those and their families whom came before us.
Memorial Mass to be held on May 28th 2017 at 8:00 am
St John’s Cathedral
1007 Superior Ave
Cleveland, OH 44114
(E 9th and Superior Ave.)
Memorial Breakfast to be held at:
Crowne Plaza Cleveland South
5300 Rockside Rd
Independence, OH. 44131

Doors open at 9am
Buffet style breakfast to be served at 9:45am
Cost of breakfast: $22/person only 300 tickets available
Guest Speaker: Tim Tousley
Invocation: Bill Monreal
Master of Ceremonies: Barb Nichols
Bill Wilson: Co-founder of AA said this about the Memorial Mass & Breakfast

“This is the most inspiring way these men could pay tribute to those that came before them”
Ticket Information Contacts:
Brian JC – 216-849-5131
Kevin H. – 440-796-2208
Rich M. – 440-221-4473
Olen S. 216-870-6493
Karl W. – 216-587-1474
See and Print Flyer

Cook Forest Conference Spring 2017
2017-05-19 08:00 - 2017-05-21 17:00 | Cook Forest, 113 River Rd, Cooksburg, PA, 16217, United States
Cook Forest Conference is a simply structured no-frills event, enhanced only the rustic and serene grandeur of surrounding virgin forest.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Conference registration will be required for admission to ALL CONFERENCE MEETINGS. No accommodation is made for unregistered persons.
THIS IS AN ADULT CONFERENCE – NO CHILDREN
See flyer for details.

99th Punderson Park Conference
2017-05-12 12:00 - 2017-05-14 12:00 | Punderson Park, 11755 Kinsman Rd, Newbury Township, OH, 44065, United States
Pre-registration – $20
Day of Conference – $25 (cash only)

Due to space limitations, only the first 400 confirmed registrations will be accepted.
Online registration starts March 1, 2017 AT PUNDERSONPARKCONFERENCE.COM
See website for details, itinerary and registration.

12 Step Weekend
2017-05-05 17:00 - 2017-05-07 11:00 | Loyola Retreat House, 700 Killinger Road, Clinton, OH, 44216, United States
In the Spirit of the former A.A. Retreats at St. Joe’s Christian Life Center in Euclid, 1972 – 2007, and at the Jesuit & Loyola Retreat House since 2012.
For More Information:
Cathy B. (330) 388-0097 lovemyredhead2@gmail.com
Tim C. (440) 243-2686 tigerl1969@yahoo.com
Karen T. (216) 906-6520 kschumaker@sbcglobal.net
See flyer for details.

New Group / Secretary Workshop
2017-04-29 10:00 - 12:00 | St. Leo Community Center, 4940 Broadview Rd, Cleveland, OH, 44109, United States
On Saturday, April 29 at the St. Leo Community Center, the Cleveland District Office will hold a productive workshop.
St Leo Community Center
4940 Broadview Rd
Cleveland, OH 44109
All members are encouraged to attend workshops on how an AA Group functions. It is mandatory that new groups attend a workshop prior to a new group being put in the meeting schedule book.
Workshop Highlights includes:

A.A.’s Singleness of Purpose
What is an AA Group?
Problems Other Than Alcohol
Members From Court Programs and Treatment Facilities
Responsibilities of a Secretary and Treasurer
Principles Before Personalities
Group Problems
Anonymity
Corrections’ Outreach
Questions and Answers

19th Annual JJW 12 Step Retreat
2017-04-28 18:00 - 2017-04-30 12:00 | St. Leonard’s, 4076 Case Rd, Avon, OH, 44011, United States
FORMAT
12 Steps, group discussions, Saturday night Lead
DETAILS
This retreat is designed to “celebrate sobriety”. It is designed for those who are working a good program and have some time in the program. It is a weekend of steps and fun. We have really good food, play cards (for those who like to play poker) nightly, and have a lot of fellowship. The retreat center has more than enough beds and showers for everyone to have their own space. The grounds are great for hikes and walking around. It is relaxed and fun. We have room for up to 40 people.
If this will be your first time on this retreat, please contact Jeff C. prior to sending in your payment.
Cost-$65
Please mail all payments to:
Jeff C
8212 Montridge Ct.
North Royalton, Ohio 44133
***** IF YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT PAYMENT, PLEASE CONTACT JEFF AND ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE*****
CONTACT
Call or email Jeff C. to be put on the list. 330-881-3241

Big Book Workshop - Back to Basics - Spring 2017 Session 4
2017-04-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Rocky River Presbyterian Church, 21750 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH, 44116, United States
BACK TO BASICS w BIG BOOK WORKSHOP SPRING SESSION 2017
Before there were meeting schedules, the AA pioneers helped newcomers through The Steps as quickly as possible so that they could begin to help others. We follow the path of the early days of AA and actually work all of The Twelve Steps over the course of four weeks.
We will be listening to a powerful audio presentation by Paul Fisher who facilitates a series of Back to Basics meetings. While it is not in the meeting schedule book, this workshop is listed in the events calendar on the aacleve.org website. Back to Basics sessions have been held continuously on the west side of Cleveland, every quarter, since January 2008.
All Are Welcome!
DATES: Thursdays April 6, 13, 20 & 27
TIME: 7:00 – 8:30 P.M.
PLACE: Rocky River Presbyterian Church 21750 Detroit Road, Rocky River, OH 44116
BRING: Your Big Book and an open mind. (If you don’t have a Big Book, loaners are available.)
Suggested reading in advance: The Doctor’s Opinion, plus pages 1 thru 44.
Note: Additional time will be available following the 2nd session, held on the 13th, to discuss writing out the 4th Step and arranging for the 5th Step.
Questions?
Scott C. 440-785-1230 | scottrcrawford@cox.net
Ron H. 440-463-0934 | chapter5page58@gmail.com
Print the flyer

Big Book Workshop - Back to Basics - Spring 2017 Session 3
2017-04-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Rocky River Presbyterian Church, 21750 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH, 44116, United States

Shankland Saturday 15th Anniversary
2017-04-15 10:30 - 14:00 | American Croation Lodge, 34900 Lake Shore Blvd., Eastlake, OH, 44095, United States
Doors Open @ 10:30 am (coffee and pastry)
Luncheon @ 12:00 pm
Lead @ 1:00 pm

Lead – The 5 Hickin Brothers (from Akron, OH)
$12 donation – for tickets contact Frank at 440-668-1643. Only 500 tickets sold.
American Croatian Lodge
34900 Lakeshore Blvd
Eastlake, OH. 44095

Big Book Workshop - Back to Basics - Spring 2017 Session 2
2017-04-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Rocky River Presbyterian Church, 21750 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH, 44116, United States

Akron Area AA 7th Annual Women's Luncheon
2017-04-09 09:00 - 15:00 | Guy’s Party Center, 500 East Waterloo Rd, Akron, OH, 44319, United States
Closed women’s AA luncheon presents, “A Vision for You”, with a main speaker and panel. There will be raffles, a Money Tree, and door prizes. It is an adult only event and tickets must be purchased ahead of time as they will not be sold at the door.
Contact information for tickets:

Darnella M. (330) 618-7264
Carol V. (330) 400-4182
Marie P. (330) 459-0299
LaSalle H. (234) 678-9805
Nikki S. (330) 690-8340
Jessie J. (330) 524-4842
Michelle Y. (330) 573-1249
Angela C. (216) 225-4269

Cost: $20
See and print the flyer.

Wednesday Nite Unity 39th Anniversary
2017-04-08 14:00 - 17:00 | Forest Hill Presbyterian Church, 3031 Monticello Blvd, Cleveland Heights, OH, 44118, United States
Doors open at 2:00 pm
Speaker at 3:00 pm – Carol L. (from Amherst, OH)
Food at 4:00 pm
Donations of pastry or covered dishes appreciated
7 / $1 Raffle
50/50 Raffle
Prizes

Free parking available. No smoking on church property.

2017 Columbus Ohio Spring Roundup
2017-04-07 08:00 - 2017-04-09 17:00 | Crown Plaza Columbus Ohio, 6500 Double Tree Ave, Columbus, OH, 43229, United States
Come join us in Columbus, Ohio for a weekend of fellowship, speakers, a young people in AA panel and a dance! Our theme this year is “Trust God, Clean House, Help Others” Join us!
Price: $22 ($25 at the door)
See flyer for details and registration.

Big Book Workshop - Back to Basics - Spring 2017 Session 1
2017-04-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Rocky River Presbyterian Church, 21750 Detroit Rd, Rocky River, OH, 44116, United States

Legacy Evening
2017-04-06 18:30 - 19:30 | A.A. Cleveland District Office, 1557 St Clair Ave, NE, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Cleveland District Office cordially invites you to our VERY FIRST Legacy Evening. Thursday, April 6th, 2017 @ 6:30 pm in our office at 1557 St Clair Ave NE, Cleveland, OH 44114.
Back by popular demand
A Tale of Two Cities – the History of Alcoholics Anonymous. A multimedia presentation with voices of our early timers.
Free on-street parking after 6 pm. Reservations recommended but not required. Please R.S.V.P. Jason or call 216-241-7387.

Advisory Committee Meeting - March 2017
2017-03-23 19:00 - 20:00 | A.A. Cleveland District Office, 1557 St Clair Ave, NE, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Come join us at the next Advisory Committee Meeting and voice your opinion about Cleveland AA and the Cleveland District Office – all are welcome! Some topics to be covered are:

Finance
Literature
Fun Drive
Corrections
Activities Committee
Meeting Schedule and Secretary Updates
Communications
Archives

Area 54 Assembly (March)
2017-03-19 14:00 - 16:00 | 12 Step Recovery Club, 1480 Pearl Rd, Brunswick, OH, 44212, United States
March 19th @ 2:00 pm
12 Step Recovery Club
1480 Pearl Road
Brunswick, OH 44212

43rd Annual St. Patrick's Day Banquet
2017-03-18 17:00 - 23:00 | Mahoning Country Club, 710 E Liberty Street, Girard, OH, 44420, United States
Mahoning Country Club
710 E. Liberty St
Girard, OH 44420

Doors open at 5:00 pm (no early entry).
Dinner is at 6:30 pm
Speaker to follow – Nancy W. – Toronto, Canada
Fabulous Door Prizes
50/50 raffle
Pot of Gold Tree Dancing from 9-11 by DJ Chico

Donation – $16.00
For tickets or questions, call:

Jim S. – 330-766-3912
Walt W. – 234-564-5891
Moon B. 330-702-0561

Tickets also available at YAIG desk.
See or print the flyer.

Lollapalooza of AA Conference
2017-03-02 08:00 - 2017-03-05 17:00 | Hotel ML, 915 NJ-73, Mt Laurel, NJ, 08054, United States
The Second Annual Lollapalooza of AA Conference is here!
Location:
The Hotel ML
915 NJ-73, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054
Website (for registration):
www.lollapaloozaofaa.org

Rocking Our 12 Steps in Recovery 6th Anniversary
2017-02-23 19:00 - 21:30 | St. John Lutheran Church, 11333 Granger Rd, Garfield Hts, OH, 44125, United States
Door @ 7:00
Food @ 7:30
Followed by a mini journey through the 12 steps.
