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September 2022
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National A.A. Technology Workshop - Sept. 9 - 11 In-Person in Seattle, WA and Online
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The Workshop is an annual event that provides a place to share ideas, connect with other A.A.s interested in technology, and bring these ideas back to our respective local areas. Registration: In-Person $75; Online $25 For more info and to register: NAATW.org
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Sand Castle Contest - September 10, 12 pm – 4 pm Crown Memorial Beach, Alameda
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WACYPAA (Western Area Conference of Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous) presents a Sand Castle Contest from 12 pm – 4pm at Crown Memorial Beach in Alameda. $15 Donation and lunch is included! Bring your own tools.
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Call for Stories Deadline for 5th Edition of Big Book & Black & African-American Pamphlet - both due October 31
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Deadlines are fast approaching for submission of stories for both the 5th Edition of the Big Book and the "A.A. for the Black and African-American Alcoholic" pamphlet. Read more
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Service Profile: Chatline Chair
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But the true benefit of doing this position is that I get to help those who maybe too afraid to call and/or go to meetings or don’t have access to in-person meetings.
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A.A. Quiz - Are You in the Loop?
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a) Instant Gratitude Reaction
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c) Inner Gifts of Reading (A.A. literature)
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The 9th Step, Tradition, and Concept
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Each month we focus on a Step, Tradition, and Concept, and provide a quote from Bill W.
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Step 9 - Above all we should try to be absolutely sure that we are not delaying because we are afraid. For the readiness...
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Heard in a Meeting: If you're coasting...
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A collection of some of the witty, wise, and wacky things heard in meetings.
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My God box is becoming so full, pretty soon it will be a God crate.
My sponsor had me doing so much service...
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September Intergroup Scoop
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• Two Board Members are rotating out of their positions at the end of the year and applications/nominations for Treasurer and Secretary are being accepted
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• Good month at the Bookstore!
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Bridging the Gap - Get Involved - Meets 2nd Thursday of Month
Bridging the Gap
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Bridging the Gap (BTG) helps alcoholics leaving a correctional or treatment facility make the transition to A.A. Join us 2nd Thursday of the month from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm to find out how to get involved.
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Zoom ID: 898 0592 4119. PC: 576 335
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Call our 24 hour helpline (510) 839-8900 • En Español (510) 502-8560
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Bookstore is located at 3989 Howe Street, Oakland, CA 94611 (at the side entrance), and is open Wednesday 11 am – 2 pm, and Saturday 11 am – 3 pm.
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Newsletter team: Mary M, Dan M, Nancy B, Caitlin W |
There are many opportunities for service positions at East Bay Intergroup. More info
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