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30th ANNUAL PHILIPPINE AA
CONVENTION
Lahug Cebu City
February 3, 4 & 5, 2012
AA & Al-Anon Participation. Marathon & speaker meetings.
Topic meetings include: How AA works for Me; My first AA meeting;
Avoiding relapse; The Principles - live them; The Promises - guaranteed;
We are not a glum lot. Plus business meeting, banquet, dance and
much more. Never been to the Philippines, now is the time to go.
HOLY FAMILY RETREAT HOUSE
Nivel Hills
Registration 1,400 pesos (~ $32 US)
For more information, please visit:
http://30thaaconvention.blogspot.com
37th ANNUAL, VALENTINE'S DAY COUPLES RETREAT
(ANNUAL HAL D. & WALT B. RETREAT)
Pala Mesa (Temecula / Fallbrook), California
February 10, 11 & 12, 2012
Format: On Friday night, sober members of AA share. On Saturday, the participants are
presented topics by the leaders to discuss, as they break into small groups. Finally participation meetings Saturday & Sunday
morning. Spouses need not be members of a 12-Step program, but willing to participate.
PALA MESA RESORT
Registration $500, $150 deposit by December 1st, mailed to:
Johnnie Crean, 59-401 Haloku, Kamuela, HI. 96743
For more information, please call Johnnie Crean (808) 854-9717
THE BIG BOOK UNLOCKED - A THREE DAY WORKSHOP
Cypress, California
February 10, 11 & 12, 2012
A three day workshop journey into the Big Book, in the
tradition of Joe and Charlie, presented by Larry S. from Atlanta GA and
Charlie Y. from Savannah, GA. Special guest speaker Kip C. from Vista, CA
on Sunday night. Make sure to bring your Big Book, a pen, a highlighter, and a newcomer!
CYPRESS CHURCH
6143 Ball Road
Registration $25 ($30 at the door) available
on-line
For more information, please visit:
www.chapter7group.com
EXPERIENCE,
STRENGTH & HOPE AWARDS
Los Angeles, California
February 17, 2012
Help us honor the original moonwalker, astronaut and author
Buzz Aldrin. Hosting is
award-winning actor, Ed Begley, Jr.
Comedians Barry Diamond
and Stevie Mack will perform,
and we will feature an appearance by the Internet phenomenon
The 12-Step Girl, whose short
film “Sh*t 12-Steppers Say” went viral on YouTube.com and had over
35,000 views in four days.
SKIRBALL CULTURAL CENTER
2701 North Sepulveda
Admission $50, available
on-line
For more information, please visit:
www.writersintreatment.com
A DAY IN THE STEPS TO A
DEEPER SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCE
Des Moines, Iowa
February 24 & 25, 2012
A speaker meeting (2/24/12) and workshop (2/25/12) with Herb K., Rolling
Hills Estates, CA. Herb will walk through the steps by an in-dept
review of the Big Book and the Twelve & Twelve book. This workshop is
intended to provide a deeper understanding of the the Twelve Step
process and hopefully even a new experience. All 12-Step fellowships
are welcome.
WINDSOR HEIGHTS METHODIST CHURCH (2/24/12)
6222 University
COLBY PARK COMMUNITY CENTER (2/25/12)
1133 ~ 66th Street
Registration (2/25/12) $30, space is limited
For more information, please call Marlou P. (515) 205-9301
17th ANNUAL, THAILAND ROUNDUP
Pattaya, Thailand
February 24, 25 & 26, 2012
AA/Al-Anon participation. Marathon, Thai, speaker, men's & women's
stag meetings, workshops, Gala banquet, sobriety count down and much
more. Main speaker Mathew M., California.
MONTIEN HOTEL PATTAYA
Registration 1,600 Baht (~$50US), payable at the event.
For more information, please visit:
http://www.aathailand.org To
contact the roundup, please e-mail
roundup2012@aathailand.org
SENIORS IN SOBRIETY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION
Yuma, Arizona
March 14, 15, 16 & 17, 2012
Recovery workshops/panel discussion on recovery as a senior in age. Tour or the lower Colorado River - paddle boat Tour of historical Yuma and agriculture areas - bus tour. Al Anon participation in panels and
separate Al Anon meetings.
HILTON GARDEN INN / PIVOT POINT
310 North Madison Avenue
Registration $50, mailed to:
Senior in Sobriety, PO Box 25659, Yuma, AZ 85367
For more information, please visit:
http://seniorsinsobriety.org
TWELVE STEP SPIRITUALITY, OUR WAY OF LIFE
Yuma, Arizona
March 15, 2012
(1:30 to 8:30pm)
As part of the the Seniors in Sobriety International Convention,
Experience the Power of the 12-Steps - Open to all those interested in
improving their spirituality through a precise working of the The
12-Steps as outlined in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. This
event is presented by Herb K. - see
www.HerbK.com
HILTON GARDEN INN / PIVOT POINT
310 North Madison Avenue
Registration included with your SIS registration $50, mailed to:
Senior in Sobriety, PO Box 25659, Yuma, AZ 85367
For more information, please visit:
http://seniorsinsobriety.org
NEW
65th ANNUAL NORTHERN
CALIFORNIA COUNCIL OF ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
San Ramon, California
March 16, 17 & 18, 2012
AA/Al-Anon/Alateen participation. Speaker meetings, H&I panel,
young peoples meetings, dance, & fellowship. Speakers include:
Howard P., Gilbert AZ. Charlie H., Henderson, NV; Gina B., Sacramento,
CA.
SAN RAMON MARRIOTT
2600 Bishop Avenue
Registration $10 ($15 at the door), mailed to:
Treasurer, NCCAA, PO Box 6494, San Mateo, CA 94407
For more information, please visit:
http://cnia30.org
40th ANNUAL, ALL CALIFORNIA YOUNG PEOPLE IN ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Ontario, California
March 15, 16, 17 & 18, 2012
220 Speakers and Panelists conducting Marathon Meetings,
Hospitality, Workshops, Various Topics, Entertainment, Archives,
Literature, Main Meetings, Discussions, Participation, and plenty of
volunteer opportunities.
ONTARIO CONVENTION CENTER
2000 E. Convention Center Way
Registration $15/$20 (afterJan1st) / $25at-the-door, mailed to:
ACYPAA 2012
212 E. Rowland Street, #142
COVINA, CA 91723
For more information, please visit:
www.acypaa2012.org
NEW
27th ANNUAL, ORANGE COUNTY CONVENTION
Costa Mesa, California
April 6, 7 & 8, 2012
AA/Al-Anon/Alateen participation.
Marathon, speaker, long-timer, young peoples, Spanish speaking meetings. Golf, poker run, banquet, dance and much more.
HILTON COSTA MESA
3050 Bristol Street
Registration $17 ($20 after March 5) Mailed to:
OCAAC, 1912 South Margie Lane, Anaheim, CA 92802
for more information, please visit:
www.ocaac.org
36th ANNUAL LANARK SHIRE CONVENTION
Motherwell, North
Lanarkshire, Scotland
6, 7 & 8, April 2012
A.A. and Al-Anon
participation. Speaker, marathon meetings, Cabaret, Grand Dance and much more.
THE CIVIC CENTRE
Windmillhill Street
Registration £3 at the door
For more information, please visit:
www.motherwellconvention.co.uk
31st ANNUAL, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
HOSPITALS & INSTITUTIONS CONFERENCE
San Diego, California
April 13, 14 & 15, 2012
Featuring panel discussions on Corrections, Hospitals, Contact on
Release, Al-Anon H&I, Northern California H&I and The Family Afterwards,
Tom I., from North Carolina is the Main Banquet Speaker
THE BAHIA RESORT
998 West Mission Bay Drive
Registration $15
For more information, please visit:
www.socalhandi.org or e-mail
socalhandi@gmail.com
NEW
12 STEP WEEKEND RETREAT WITH TOM WESTON
Los Gatos, California
April 20, 21 & 22, 2012
Anyone in twelve step recovery is welcome to come experience fellowship in recovery, perhaps a spiritual experience among the trees. "Leave your troubles at the bottom of the hill" and enjoy the 67 mountain acres of hiking trails, streams, a pond surrounded by benches for meditation and quiet reflection. Experienced retreat leaders will guide us through the principles and steps of program in 5 one-hour talks. There are scheduled meetings for AA, Al-Anon, and sharing meetings, with additional rooms available for NA, Nar-Anon and other 12 step meetings. This is a unique opportunity to experience unity in recovery.
PRESENTATION RETREAT CENTER
19480 Bear Creek Road
Registration $200, includes all food and lodging, mailed to:
Jonnie Gault, PO Box 3954, San Jose, CA 95126
For more information, please visit:
www.12stepretreat.org
NEW
EASY DOES IT WEEKEND AT CAMP SEELY
Lake Gregory (San Bernardino Mountains), California
April 27, 28 & 29, 2012
AA/Al-Anon participation. Rustic heated
cabins with beds. Bathrooms and showers are not inside cabins. Limited
number of couple cabins ~ first come, first served. Five great hot
meals, fabulous meetings, plus a dance, raffle, games and more! Bring
warm clothing, bedding and towels No pets ~ No special food requests.
CAMP SEELY
250 North Highway 138
Registration $98 (no one under age 18), mailed to:
Easy Does it Weekend, 2888 East Walnut, Studio #5, Pasadena. CA 91107
For more information, please visit:
www.easydoesitweekend.org
3rd ANNUAL DAWN FARM RIDE FOR RECOVERY CONVENTION
Ypsilanti, Michigan
Sunday April 29, 2012
( 8:00 am to 3:00 pm)
The Ride for Recovery is a family fun and fitness event
and a fundraiser for Dawn Farm. There will be bike rides, including 100K, 45, 25 & 10 mile, plus 5K/10K rides, runs & walks
with opportunities to participate at any fitness level. Registration
includes a Ride for Recovery T-shirt and a "Fun Day at the Farm" event for
all riders/runners/walkers and their families - food, hayrides, tours of
the working farm, kid's activities in the Dawn Farm Community Barn, and
more! We'll have a "Recovery Celebration" (with hot food!) from 11:00 am to
1:30 pm. All rides, jogs, and walks start and end at Dawn Farm in
Ypsilanti. The event is supported by Team MANA, a cycling team of nurse
anesthetists in Michigan who fundraise though biking.
DAWN FARM
6633 Stony Creek Road
Registration $25 ($30 after April 25 or at the gate) on line or mailed to:
Dawn Farm, 6633 Stony Creek Road, Ypsilanti Michigan 48197
For more information please visit:
www.dawnfarm.org/events/ride-for-recovery
or e-mail
RideForRecovery@dawnfarm.org
THE BIG BOOK COMES ALIVE
Phoenix, Arizona
May 4 & 5, 2012
Join us for an
in-depth guided study of the first 164 pages of the Big Book,
in the tradition of Joe and Charlie.
CHURCH OF THE BEATITUDES
555 West Glendale Avenue
Registration $35 ($10 for lunch), mailed to:
The Big Book Comes Alive, c/o Jeannie Curtis, 6301 East Aster Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
For more information, please e-mail
azcurtis@cox.net
THE STEPS AND
YOGA RETREAT
(Date Change)
Rancho Palos Verdes, California
May 4, 5 & 6, 2012
Herb K and Durga workshops on Steps 2& 3; God as you understand; and
Step 11 improving conscious contact. Yoga practice for all levels,
relaxation practice, meditation guidance and practice. Ayurveda for
overcoming addictions. Simple tips for living well in sobriety, open
pan-fellowship 12 step meetings, prayer, walks in nature, delicious
meals, wonderful fellowship, all in beautiful surroundings.
MARY & JOSEPH RETREAT CENTER
5300 Crest Road
Registration $375 - Space is limited
For more information and registration, please e-mail
durga@yogaofrecovery.com
or visit: http://yogaofrecovery.com
35th RHEINLAND-PFALZ AA ROUNDUP
Neidermohr, Germany
4, 5, & 6 May, 2012
We look forward to having a terrific weekend with
good company, great speakers, lots of meetings and fantastic Italian Cuisine.
Pre-registration will be available in March at a discounted rate and the hotel is
offering a reduced rate for Roundup attendees.
ST. PAULUS-HOF HOTEL
For more information and registration, please contact
Kipster1@gmail.com
30th ANNUAL, BIG D ROUNDUP
Dallas, Texas
May 25, 26, 27 & 28, 2012
The Big D Roundup is an annual conference hosted by members of the Dallas
gay and lesbian community. Our purpose is to celebrate sobriety through
recovery, unity and service.
HILTON ANATOLE
2201 Stemmons Freeway
Registration TBD
For more information, please visit:
www.bigdroundup.com
NEW
AALA 2012
Burbank, California
May 25, 26, 27 & 28, 2012
The AALA Roundup is the annual gathering of the LGBT community and friends to celebrate recovery. In addition to our local Southern California guests, we welcome sober and serene AA and Al-Anon members from around the country and the world.
Our theme this year is We Are Not Saints. This truly captures our journey of “progress, not perfection.” And as the convention proves each year, we can hone our spiritual path while having a terrific time along the way.
BURBANK MARRIOTT HOTEL
2500 Hollywood Way
Registration $35, mailed to:
AALA Roundup, 8424-A Santa Monica Blvd., PMB 824, West Hollywood, CA 90069
For more information, please visit:
www.aalaroundup.org
NEW
AA DESERT POW WOW
Indian Wells (Palm Springs), California
June 7, 8, 9 & 10, 2012
AA/Al-Anon/Alateen particiaption. Marathon, speaker, long-timer, Spanish speaking meetings. Golf, banquet, dance fellowship and much more.
ESMERALDA RENAISSANCE RESORT & SPA
44-400 Indian Wells Lane
Registration TBD
For more information, please visit:
www.desertpowwow.com
9th ANNUAL, FREEDOM FESTIVAL
Long Beach, California
June 10, 2012
(10 am 'til 6 pm)
Long Beach's original clean and sober outdoor concert. The "Little
Sister Festival to the Musicians' Picnic". Two stages of top local
and national Blues & Jazz bands. Food courts, vendors, children's
activities, 50/50 raffle and much more.
LONG BEACH P.O.A. PARK
7390 East Carson Street
Tickets $10, Children under 12 FREE
For more information, please visit:
www.FreedomFestival.us
29th ANNUAL, DR. PAUL & MAX O. COUPLES COMMUNICATIONS WORKSHOP
Lake Arrowhead, California
June 15, 16 & 17, 2012
Spend a
joyful weekend together sharpening your communication skills in beautiful surroundings! This is a workshop of daily topic-discussion meetings, plus speaker & participation meetings Friday night through Sunday morning. Also enjoy swimming, tennis, hiking, loafing, reading and sleeping.
12-Step Model - Couples Sharing their Experience, Strength and Hope. No "Experts."
UCLA CONFERENCE CENTER
Registration $860 per couple, $300 deposit holds
reservation until December 12, mailed to:
Couples Communications Workshop
PO Box 96, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92693
For more information, please e-mail
couplesworkshop@cox.net
or visit:
www.couplesworkshop.us
NEW
12th ANNUAL, MIDWEST MOTORCYCLE AA CONVENTION
Pearl City, Illinois
June 22, 23 & 24, 2012
Exciting AA and Al-Anon Speakers with interpreters for the Hearing Impaired, Free Camping with Hot Showers, Pig Roast,
Restaurant On-Site, Alkathons, Campfire Meetings, Fellowship, Entertainment for Kids, Hospitality Area, Nightly DJ or Live Band,
Motorcycle Rodeo with Other Field Events, Organized Runs, Tattooists and Merchandise Vendors.
EMERALD ACRES CAMPGROUND
Registration $35, (after June 12 $40) mailed to:
MMAAC
P.O. Box 8925
Rockford, IL 61126
For more information, please visit:
http://mmaac.org
XIV CALIFORNIA INLAND REGION CONVENTION OF NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS
Palm Springs, California
June 29, 30 & July 1, 2012
24-Hour Marathon Meetings, speaker meetings, workshops,
Spanish speaking meetings and workshops, countdown and celebration, records, archives, hospitality room, pool side bands, DJ's auctions, bingo,
dancing and much more.
PALM SPRINGS RENAISSANCE HOTEL
888 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Registration $30 ($25 before May 1st) mailed to:
CIRCNA, PO Box 2456, Cathedral City, CA 92235
For more information, please visit:
www.circna.com
28th ANNUAL, SOUTH BAY ROUNDUP
Torrance, California
July 5, 6, 7 & 8, 2012
AA/Al-Anon/Alateen participation. Marathon, speaker, long-timer,
musicians, young-people, meetings. Golf tournament, Las
Vegas Night, poker run, coffee house music & entertainment, archives &
memorabilia, banquet, dancing and much more.
TORRANCE MARRIOTT
3635 Fashion Way
Registration $25, mailed to:
South Bay Roundup, PO Box 7786, Torrance, CA 90504
For more information, please visit
www.southbayroundup.org
21st ANNUAL, BAVARIAN ROUNDUP
Pfonten-WeiBack, Bavaria, Germany
July 13, 14 & 15, 2012
AA/Al-Anon participation. Join for a special weekend in the Bavarian Alps.
Three days of spirituality, meetings, workshops, fellowship and just plain fun!
HOTEL FLORA
43 Auf der Geigerhalde
Registration 25 € at the door
For more
information, please call AA: Ron at +49 (0)151 230 47840;
AA: Winter at +49 (0)176-820 21390;
AA: Jan at +49(0)173- 862 4251
NEW
ALL EUROPE YOUNG PEOPLE IN AA CONVENTION
Copenhagen, Denmark
July 27, 28 & 29, 2012
Marathon, speaker, work shop meetings. Dance, banquet, fellowship and more.
SCANDI HOTEL COPENHAGEN CENTER
Vester Soegade 6, 1601 Copenhagen
Registration $15 US Dollars
For more information, please visit:
www.eurypaa.org/2012
56th ANNUAL, FLORIDA STATE
CONVENTION
Innisbrook (Clearwater), Florida
August 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5, 2012
AA/Al-anon/Alateen participation. Marathon, speaker meetings, golf
& tennis tournaments, Saturday night banquet, 5K walk/run, Yoga
meditation and much more.
INNISBROOK RESORT
36750 US Highway 19 North
Registration $35
on-line or mailed to:
56th Florida State Convention, PO Box 10395, Largo FL 33773
For more information, please visit:
http://56.flstateconvention.com
39th ANNUAL, DAWN FARM JAMBOREE
Ypsilanti, Michigan
September 9, 2012
(1:00 pm to 6:00 pm)
When people want to have a great time while supporting
a great cause, they head for the annual Dawn Farm Jamboree. The Jamboree
is a family event with free admission and free activities for all ages, including great live music all day by a popular band, hayrides, animals
to pet, pony rides, lots of games and activities for children, a rock
climbing wall, tours of the 74 acre farm, and live and silent auctions and a gift
table with a variety of donated goods and services, many at bargain
prices! Food and beverages will be available.
DAWN FARM
6633 Stony Creek Road
For more information e-maill: info@dawnfarm.org or visit:
www.dawnfarm.org
4th ANNUAL REEL RECOVERY FILM FESTIVAL
New York, New York
September 28, 29 & 30, 2012
The 4th Annual REEL Recovery Film Festival is a multi-day exhibition event
presented by Writers-in-Treatment, showcasing first-time filmmakers and experienced professionals who make films about addiction, treatment, recovery and sobriety.
Our audience is treatment professionals, people in recovery, members of the entertainment industry, media representatives, educated moviegoers, and the general public.
Independent film submissions are encouraged. Films should be editorially
diverse, portraying a wide range of ideologies, experiences, cultural
backgrounds, opinions and identities. W.I.T. is currently accepting films from January 1 through July 31, 2012.
Location TBD
Suggested admission $10
For more information about the festival or submitting a film, please see
www.reelrecoveryfilmfestival.org or e-mail
info@writersintreatment.org
4th ANNUAL REEL RECOVERY FILM FESTIVAL
Los Angeles, California
October 19, 20, 21 & 22, 2012
The 4th Annual REEL Recovery Film Festival is a multi-day exhibition event
presented by Writers-in-Treatment, showcasing first-time filmmakers and experienced professionals who make films about addiction, treatment, recovery and sobriety.
Our audience is treatment professionals, people in recovery, members of the entertainment industry, media representatives, educated moviegoers, and the general public.
Independent film submissions are encouraged. Films should be editorially
diverse, portraying a wide range of ideologies, experiences, cultural
backgrounds, opinions and identities. W.I.T. is currently accepting films from January 1 through July 31, 2012.
Location TBD
Suggested admission $10
For more information about the festival or submitting a film, please see
www.reelrecoveryfilmfestival.org or e-mail
info@writersintreatment.org
Or mail your flyer to:
Anonymous One
P.O. Box 2832
Palos Verdes Peninsula, California 90274- 8832
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