“Recreate Their Lives”: An A.A. in Scotland Hits Bottom in Sobriety
“I had reached a point where the act of being me made me not want to be me. And recreating my life meant accepting myself.” By Carl MacD. Early on, I was lucky enough to have a sponsor who taught me gratitude. Things weren’t going as well as I thought they should; my life […]
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Tips to Stay Sober Through the Holidays
The holidays can be a difficult time to stay sober for many reasons, and this year may add extra challenges. Here are some tips to make it through the holidays sober. Remember: meetings are just a click away at all times. 1. Line up your meetings in advance. Go to eastbayaa.org to check the schedule, […]
Grapevine Now Has a Podcast
Hosted by Don and Sam Each week, Don and Sam will interview a different member about their experience, strength and hope, in a casual “meeting after the meeting” manner. Special features will enhance each episode. Every Monday, a new podcast will be available at aagrapevine.org/podcast.
Ten Years Ago
By Aleka C. 8/18/21 Ten years ago yesterday I took my last drink, or more accurately, my last ten or so drinks. That wasn’t really a “bender.” It was typical. What made that night different was that it followed my first-ever three weeks without a drink. After years of attempting to moderate and control my […]
EBI Newsletter Statement of Purpose
The East Bay Intergroup (EBI) Newsletter is published monthly and is produced and written by the newsletter committee and EBI members. The newsletter helps EBI carry the message of recovery to alcoholics by informing members of special events, service opportunities, EBI business, and other news of interest. Disclaimer: Opinions expressed in EBI Newsletter are strictly […]
It’s Spring: General Service Agenda Topics and Why Your Voice Matters
By Aaron S. Ever wonder why the General Service Agenda Topics are such a big deal or what they mean? This post explains how they fit into A.A.’s Primary Purpose—and why your participation is important. “For our group purpose there is but one ultimate authority—a loving God as He may express Himself in our group […]
History: Satin Dolls Women’s Meeting
Satin Dolls meets on Tuesdays from 7:30 to 8:30pm at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church on the corner of Woodruff and Excelsior Avenues in Oakland. It is a speaker-discussion meeting except on the last Tuesday of each month, when we study one of the Twelve Steps, celebrate birthdays, with chips, and share cupcakes or other treats. […]
EBI Newsletter Statement of Purpose
The East Bay Intergroup Newsletter is published monthly by the East Bay Intergroup (EBI) of Alcoholics Anonymous and is produced and written by EBI members. The primary purpose of the newsletter is to share and carry the message of recovery to the still suffering alcoholic. The secondary purpose of the newsletter is to provide a […]
Before You Take That Drink…
January is a big month for newcomers, but even members who’ve been around for a while are not immune to drinking. Here is a list of suggestions to do before you throw your hard-earned sobriety (whether a few days or a few decades) away.
