Welcome to the 70th Ohio State Convention
August 14th - 16th, 2026
Hosted By Ohio General Service
The Three Legged Stool: Our Foundation for Recovery
Panels, Speakers, Fun & Fellowship
with Al-Anon Participation
Helpful Links
Schedule
70th Ohio State Convention of Alcoholics Anonymous
Schedule of Events
Hosted by Ohio General Service
- Registration Required: You must be registered to attend. Name tags must always be worn to convention activities.
Friday, August 14th
Registration Opens
Woodhull Hallway
Hospitality Opens
River Birch C & D
Literature Sales Opens
Flint
Archives Opens
Boardroom
Pre-Convention Panels
Moderator: Kristi H. — Area 53, Past Delegate
Panelists:
- Tyler L. — Area 53
- Tim H. — Area 54
- Vanya B. — Area 55
- Suzanne W. — Area 56
Dinner on Your Own
Opening & Welcome
Woodhull ABC
- Greetings: Joel K. (Area 53 Delegate)
- Spirituality of the Three-Legged Stool: Frank G. (Area 53 Past Delegate)
- GSO Report: Michael R. (GSO Staffer)
Friday Night Speaker Meeting
Woodhull ABC
Chair: Josh D. (Area 55 Delegate)
Speaker: Sherry S. (ECR Trustee)
Ice Cream Social
River Birch C & D
Karaoke
Woodhull ABC
Late Night Meeting
Woodhull E
Saturday, August 15th
Early Bird AA Meeting
Woodhull E
Registration & Hospitality Opens
Woodhull Hallway / River Birch C & D
Morning Meditation Meeting
Woodhull E
Archives Room & Literature Opens
Boardroom / Flint
Saturday Morning Panels
Moderator: Donna K. — Area 53, Past Delegate
Panelists:
- Maliya S. — Area 53
- Susan R. — Area 54
- Karlee C. — Area 55
- Spencer G. — Area 56
Moderator: Koel D. — Area 53, Treasurer
Panelists:
- Deborah P. — Area 53
- Tina C. — Area 54
- Bev Z. — Area 55
- Gay V. — Area 56
Moderator: Steve V. — Area 53, Alt DCM, District 15
Panelists:
- Kyle M. — Area 53
- James G. — Area 53 (on behalf of Area 54)
- Brian V. — Area 55
- April W. — Area 56
Saturday Morning Speaker Meeting
Woodhull ABC
Chair: Bev F. (Area 54 Delegate)
Speaker: Bob D. (Ohio State Convention Archivist)
Lunch on Your Own
Al-Anon Speaker Meeting & Skit
Woodhull ABC
Speaker: Tom B. (Central Ohio Al-Anon Family Groups)
Saturday Afternoon Panels
Moderator: Jamie B. — Area 54, Past Delegate
Panelists:
- Dana C. — Area 53
- Tommy O. — Area 53 (on behalf of Area 54)
- David A. — Area 55
- Bethany W. — Area 56
Moderator: Susan K. — Area 53, Archives Standing Committee Chair
Panelists:
- Michael O. — Area 53
- Joan S. — Area 54
- Ken M. — Area 55
- Jenace Y. — Area 56
Moderator: Frank G. — Area 53, Past Delegate
Panelists:
- Maria C. — Area 53
- DeVona S. — Area 54
- Kellie P. — Area 55
- George N. — Area 56
Dinner on Your Own
Banquet Dinner (Pre-paid)
River Birch A & B
Saturday Night Meeting
Woodhull ABC
Chair: Joel K. (Area 53 Delegate)
ECR Report: Sherry S.
Speaker: Michael R. (GSO Staffer)
Sobriety Countdown (OYPAA)
Woodhull ABC
Musical Entertainment
Woodhull ABC
Late Night Meeting
Woodhull E
Sunday, August 16th
Early Bird AA Meeting
Woodhull E
71st Ohio State Convention of AA Planning Committee Meeting
Woodhull A
Please plan to attend if interested.
Convention Sharing Session
Woodhull BC
Chair: Marcia H. (Area 53 Alt. Delegate)
Sunday Morning Speaker
Woodhull ABC
Chair: Tim C. (Area 56 Delegate)
Speaker: Mark E. (Past ECR Trustee)
Closing Remarks
Woodhull ABC
Joel K. (Area 53 Delegate)
Get Involved
70th Ohio State Convention of A.A.
August 14–16, 2026 • Cherry Valley Hotel
“The Three-Legged Stool: Our Foundation for Recovery”
Dear Area 53 Fellowship & Friends,
The countdown is on! The
70th Ohio State Convention of A.A.
is approaching quickly, and our committees are hard at work.
This spiritual weekend rests upon the firm foundation of our
Three Legacies:
Recovery, Unity, and Service.
To make this convention a success, we need the loving action
of our fellowship. We invite you to carry the message and
participate today in these vital ways:
🛠️ 1. Step Up: Sign Up for General Service Shifts
Keep registration running, greet attendees, or keep our hospitality room cozy. No prior convention service experience is necessary. Click below to secure your shift!
Sign Up for a Service Shift →📚 2. Volunteer for Literature Sales
Help make Conference-approved literature available to attendees throughout the weekend! Sign up to assist with Literature Sales at the convention table.
Sign Up for Literature Sales →🎁 3. Sponsor a Scholarship: Pass It On!
Can't commit to a physical scheduled service shift but still want to contribute? Carry the message by funding a registration for a fellow member in financial need. A donation of just $45 fully sponsors one registration.
Donate a Scholarship ($45) via PayPal →📌 Event Quick Facts:
“I am responsible. When anyone, anywhere, reaches out for help, I want the hand of A.A. always to be there. And for that: I am responsible.”