BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Area 53 AA - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://area53aa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Area 53 AA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T150000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20241208T154451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T062710Z UID:10001285-1741359600-1741532400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:2025 Area 53 Mini Conference DESCRIPTION:Online Registration is closed. You can still register for this event in person at the door. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/2025-area-53-mini-conference-copy/ LOCATION:Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center\, 22300 State Park Road\, Mt. Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 Mini-Conference,Area 53 News GEO:39.615948;-83.2362629 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center 22300 State Park Road Mt. Sterling OH 43143 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=22300 State Park Road:geo:-83.2362629,39.615948 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20250129T182933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T104030Z UID:10001424-1741514400-1741536000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area 53 Assembly March 2025 DESCRIPTION:Assembly Documents URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-53-assembly-march-2025/ LOCATION:Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center\, 22300 State Park Road\, Mt. Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 Assembly,Area 53 News GEO:39.615948;-83.2362629 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center 22300 State Park Road Mt. Sterling OH 43143 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=22300 State Park Road:geo:-83.2362629,39.615948 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20250409T105556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T105556Z UID:10003080-1744538400-1744545600@area53aa.org SUMMARY:DCM Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://area53aa.org/event/dcm-meeting/ LOCATION:Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church\, 2930 West Broad Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43204\, United States CATEGORIES:AREA 53 EVENTS ORGANIZER;CN="Area 53 DCMC":MAILTO:dcmc@area53aa.org GEO:39.9552438;-83.0786673 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church 2930 West Broad Street Columbus OH 43204 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2930 West Broad Street:geo:-83.0786673,39.9552438 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20250310T101113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T170414Z UID:10002954-1744549200-1744560000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area Planning Committee April 13 DESCRIPTION:Area 53 Committee: Guiding Our Assembly\nWhat is the Area 53 Committee? \nThe Area 53 Committee serves as the steering committee for our Area Assembly. It’s comprised of key leaders and representatives dedicated to ensuring the smooth and effective operation of our Area 53 Assembly. \nWho’s Involved? \nThe committee includes: \n\nThe Area Delegate and Alternate Delegate\nAll current Area Officers and Alternate Officers\nDistrict Committee Members (DCMs) or their Alternates\nChairpersons of our Standing Committees or their Alternates\nThe District Committee Member (DCM) Chairperson or their Alternate\n\nWhat We Do: \n\nSteering the Assembly: We act as the primary guiding force for the Area 53 Assembly\, ensuring its effectiveness and relevance.\nAgenda Setting: We collaborate to create the agenda for each Area 53 Assembly meeting\, focusing on important topics and community needs.\nSupporting Day-to-Day Operations: We assist the Area Officers in managing the ongoing business of the Area 53 Assembly.\nEmpowering Standing Committees: We provide support and resources to our Area’s Standing Committees\, enabling them to achieve their goals.\n\nMeeting Schedule: \nWe meet quarterly\, specifically on the second Sunday of: \n\nJanuary\nApril\nJuly\nOctober\n\nTransparency and Communication: \nTo ensure everyone is informed and prepared\, the agenda for each Area Assembly meeting\, which is created by this committee\, is distributed to all Area Assembly members at least one month in advance. \nOur Commitment: \nThe Area 53 Committee is dedicated to serving our community and fostering a strong\, supportive environment for all. We strive to maintain open communication\, effective organization\, and a focus on the needs of our Area. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-planning-committee-april-13/ LOCATION:Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church\, 2930 West Broad Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43204\, United States CATEGORIES:AREA 53 EVENTS,Area Planning Committee Meetings GEO:39.9552438;-83.0786673 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church 2930 West Broad Street Columbus OH 43204 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2930 West Broad Street:geo:-83.0786673,39.9552438 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20250420T130224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T143738Z UID:10003251-1748772000-1748797200@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area 53 Assembly June 2025 DESCRIPTION:Please Register by clicking on “GET TICKETS” button. \n Fill out the simple form and present the QR code when you attend the assembly for the Registration Table to check you in quickly\, if you loose your QR code\, you can simply just tell them your name if you loose your QR code email. \n\n Area 53 Assembly: Exciting News! We’re Moving to Lancaster! \n \n Directions to Assembly\n \n \n Assembly Documents\n \n Get ready\, Area 53! We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new chapter for our Assembly business meetings! We’ve found a wonderful new home in Lancaster\, Ohio\, a location we believe will foster even greater fellowship and enhance the vital work we do together. \n\n Why Lancaster? It’s All About Connection! \n With deep gratitude\, we look forward to welcoming you to our upcoming Assembly in June in the warm and inviting atmosphere of Lancaster. We are confident this move will provide a space for our collective growth and spiritual connection. \n We’re making this move to bring our incredible Area 53 community closer together! This super central location offers easier access for so many of our members\, opening up fantastic possibilities for increased connection and collaboration. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-53-assembly-june-2025/ LOCATION:Crossroads Ministry Center\, 2095 West Fair Ave\, Lancaster\, 43130\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 Assembly,AREA 53 EVENTS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://area53aa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/June-Assembly.png GEO:39.7274451;-82.6350504 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crossroads Ministry Center 2095 West Fair Ave Lancaster 43130 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2095 West Fair Ave:geo:-82.6350504,39.7274451 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20250421T190853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T141310Z UID:10003256-1749898800-1749902400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Grapevine Committee Monthly Meeting- June 2025 DESCRIPTION:The Grapevine Committee assists groups in Area 53 with the distribution and introduction of the AA Grapevine magazine. The Committee attends events in the area informing members about the Grapevine through displays and other suitable methods\, regarding all available Grapevine publications\, audio-visual materials\, and other special items. \nAll GVRs are encouraged to attend the committee meeting. \nThe committee meets on the 1st Saturday of every month at 11 am. \nCOGF\, 651 W. Broad St.\, Columbus OH 43215 \nIf you cannot be in attendance we now have the meeting hybrid!! \nJoin Hybrid Meeting \nGoogle Meets Meeting ID: dwb-kjtu-ccz URL:https://area53aa.org/event/grapevine-committee-monthly-meeting-june-2025/ LOCATION:COGF\, 645 W. Broad St.\, Columbus\, 43215\, United States CATEGORIES:AREA 53 EVENTS,Monthly Standing Committee Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="Area 53 Grapevine Committee":MAILTO:grapevine@area53aa.org GEO:39.9599571;-83.0178443 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=COGF 645 W. Broad St. Columbus 43215 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=645 W. Broad St.:geo:-83.0178443,39.9599571 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20250701T120140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T120140Z UID:10003337-1752400800-1752408000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:DCM Meeting July DESCRIPTION: URL:https://area53aa.org/event/dcm-meeting-july/ LOCATION:Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church\, 2930 West Broad Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43204\, United States CATEGORIES:AREA 53 EVENTS,Area Planning Committee Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="Area 53 DCMC":MAILTO:dcmc@area53aa.org GEO:39.9552438;-83.0786673 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church 2930 West Broad Street Columbus OH 43204 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2930 West Broad Street:geo:-83.0786673,39.9552438 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20250802T153627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T093859Z UID:10003412-1757844000-1757869200@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area 53 Assembly September 2025 DESCRIPTION:Please Register by clicking on “GET TICKETS” button. \n Fill out the simple form and present the QR code when you attend the assembly for the Registration Table to check you in quickly\, if you loose your QR code\, you can simply just tell them your name if you loose your QR code email. \n\n Area 53 Assembly: Exciting News! We’ve Moved to Lancaster! \n \n Directions to Assembly\n \n \n Assembly Documents \n \n Get ready\, Area 53! We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new chapter for our Assembly business meetings! We’ve found a wonderful new home in Lancaster\, Ohio\, a location we believe will foster even greater fellowship and enhance the vital work we do together. \n\n Why Lancaster? It’s All About Connection! \n With deep gratitude\, we look forward to welcoming you to our upcoming Assembly in June in the warm and inviting atmosphere of Lancaster. We are confident this move will provide a space for our collective growth and spiritual connection. \n We’re making this move to bring our incredible Area 53 community closer together! This super central location offers easier access for so many of our members\, opening up fantastic possibilities for increased connection and collaboration. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-53-assembly-september-2025/ LOCATION:Crossroads Ministry Center\, 2095 West Fair Ave\, Lancaster\, 43130\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 Assembly,AREA 53 EVENTS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://area53aa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/June-Assembly.png GEO:39.7274451;-82.6350504 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crossroads Ministry Center 2095 West Fair Ave Lancaster 43130 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2095 West Fair Ave:geo:-82.6350504,39.7274451 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T200000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20250917T020246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T021632Z UID:10003545-1758222000-1758225600@area53aa.org SUMMARY:1st 2026 Mini Conference Planning Committee DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Thursday\, September 18th at 7:00 pm on Zoom for the first 2026 Mini Conference Planning Committee meeting. Your participation and input is valuable as we collaborate to begin planning for a successful and enjoyable Mini Conference. Please share this with anyone that you feel would be interested in attending and helping us plan! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Marcia H. at altdelegate@area53aa.org I look forward to seeing you there \nArea 53 is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: 2026 Mini Conference committee \nTime: Sep 18\, 2025 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/83252108805/invitations?signature=80ZxvujPgsv4-g-BtJ5zD8fBlgyf5hPPr9d8q7tGw30″>Join Zoom Meeting \nMeeting ID: 832 5210 8805 \nPasscode: Area53 \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/83252108805/invitations?signature=80ZxvujPgsv4-g-BtJ5zD8fBlgyf5hPPr9d8q7tGw30 \nIn Love and Service\, \nMarcia H.\, Alternate Delegate\nArea 53 / Panel 75\nCentral & Southeast Ohio\naltdelegate@area53aa.org URL:https://area53aa.org/event/1st-2026-mini-conference-planning-committee/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:AREA 53 EVENTS,Area 53 Mini-Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Area 53 Mini-Conference Committee":MAILTO:altdelegate@area53aa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20251006T011246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T232704Z UID:10003621-1760274000-1760284800@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area Planning Committee 10-12-2025 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-planning-committee-10-12-2025/ LOCATION:Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church\, 2930 West Broad Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43204\, United States CATEGORIES:AREA 53 EVENTS,Area Planning Committee Meetings GEO:39.9552438;-83.0786673 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church 2930 West Broad Street Columbus OH 43204 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2930 West Broad Street:geo:-83.0786673,39.9552438 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T203000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20250929T150818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T180534Z UID:10003552-1762455600-1762461000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:2026 Mini Conference Committee Meeting - Hybrid DESCRIPTION:Next Meeting\nNovember 6th\, 2025.\n7:00 PM\nHybrid Meeting\nZoom Meeting ID: 832 5210 8805\nPasscode: Area53\n \n Join Virtual Meeting\n \n \n Meeting Documents\n \n Shelly & Sands Safety Training Center\n4330 S River Rd\, Zanesville\, OH 43701 URL:https://area53aa.org/event/2026-mini-conference-committee-meeting-hybrid/ LOCATION:Shelly & Sands Learning Safety and Training Center\, 4330 South River Rd\, Zanesville\, OH\, 43701\, United States CATEGORIES:AREA 53 EVENTS,Area 53 Mini-Conference,Area 53 News ORGANIZER;CN="Area 53 Mini-Conference Committee":MAILTO:altdelegate@area53aa.org GEO:39.873106;-81.949577 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Shelly & Sands Learning Safety and Training Center 4330 South River Rd Zanesville OH 43701 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4330 South River Rd:geo:-81.949577,39.873106 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T213000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20251109T144723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T145436Z UID:10003686-1763668800-1763674200@area53aa.org SUMMARY:2026 Ohio State AA Convention Planning Committee DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, November 20\, 2025. \nTime: 8:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nPlatform: Virtual (Zoom) \nJoin Zoom Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83087616120?pwd=jbsapOnKARia2IgKQA83ML41ZiRCc6.1 \nMeeting ID: 830 8761 6120 Passcode: Area53 \nWe look forward to seeing you there and beginning this journey of service together. \n  \n \n Join Zoom Meeting URL:https://area53aa.org/event/2026-ohio-state-aa-convention-planning-committee/ LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83087616120?pwd=jbsapOnKARia2IgKQA83ML41ZiRCc6.1 CATEGORIES:2026 Ohio State Convention General Service,AREA 53 EVENTS ORGANIZER;CN="2026 Ohio State Convention Committee":MAILTO:2026OSC@area53aa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T210000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20251210T022439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T023102Z UID:10003749-1765479600-1765486800@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Mini Conference Planning Committee DESCRIPTION:Come help us plan the 2026 Mini Conference! \nThis meeting is hybrid. \n \n Directions\n \n \n Join Virtual Meeting\n \n Area 53 is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: 2026 Mini Conference committee\nTime: Dec 11\, 2025 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nJoin Zoom Meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83252108805?pwd=dXmOTevp4bx6KrSPxVBZigO41aw2tY.1\nMeeting ID: 832 5210 8805\nPasscode: Area53\n— \nOne tap mobile\n+13017158592\,\,83252108805#\,\,\,\,*222962# US (Washington DC)\n+13126266799\,\,83252108805#\,\,\,\,*222962# US (Chicago)\nJoin instructions\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/83252108805/invitations?signature=80ZxvujPgsv4-g-BtJ5zD8fBlgyf5hPPr9d8q7tGw30\n  URL:https://area53aa.org/event/mini-conference-planning-committee-december-2025/ LOCATION:Shelly & Sands Learning Safety and Training Center\, 4330 South River Rd\, Zanesville\, OH\, 43701\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 Mini-Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Area 53 Mini-Conference Committee":MAILTO:altdelegate@area53aa.org GEO:39.873106;-81.949577 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Shelly & Sands Learning Safety and Training Center 4330 South River Rd Zanesville OH 43701 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4330 South River Rd:geo:-81.949577,39.873106 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20251025T171626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T163944Z UID:10003683-1766311200-1766336400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area 53 Assembly December 2025 DESCRIPTION:Directions to Assembly\n \n \n Assembly Documents\n \n\n Please Register by clicking on “GET TICKETS” button. \n Fill out the simple form and present the QR code when you attend the assembly for the Registration Table to check you in quickly\, if you loose your QR code\, you can simply just tell them your name if you loose your QR code email. \n\n Dear trusted servants: \n \nPlease be advised that the December Area 53 Assembly has been rescheduled. We will now be meeting on Sunday\, December 21\, 2025.\nIf you registered for yesterday’s Assembly\, your registration is still valid. You do not need to re-register.\nWe want to extend our sincere gratitude to all of you for being understanding and willing to reschedule. Your flexibility allows us to ensure we have a full and effective Assembly to close out the year.\n\n\n Potluck & Fellowship \n \nThe DCMs will be hosting a potluck this coming Sunday! Come enjoy food and fellowship with your trusted servants. While the food is provided for this meeting\, we are willing to accept contributions which will go toward our next assembly potluck in June.\nIf you have any questions specifically regarding the potluck\,\n\nplease contact Maria C at dcmc@area53aa.org.\n\n\n\n\n Key Agenda Items \n \nPassing the 2026 Budget: It is vital that we review and vote on the financial plan for the upcoming year.\nGSR Sharing Session: We will be holding space for General Service Representatives to share their experience\, strength\, and hope on how to improve the Area 53 Assembly.\n\n\n Materials to Pick Up & Take Back \n We will have printed materials available at the Assembly. Please be prepared to pick these up and take them back to your districts and home groups:\n\n2026 Area 53 Mini-Conference Flyers\n2026 Ohio State Convention “Save the Date” Flyers\nGSO Final Reports\n\n\n Meeting Details \n \nDate: Sunday\, December 21\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 AM\nLocation: Crossroads Ministry Center\, 2095 W Fair Ave\, Lancaster\, OH 43130\n\nThank you for your service. If you have questions regarding the reschedule or the assembly agenda\, please contact the Chair\, Mac C.\, at chair@area53aa.org.\n \n Assembly Documents\n \n \n Directions to Assembly URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-53-assembly-december-2025/ LOCATION:Crossroads Ministry Center\, 2095 West Fair Ave\, Lancaster\, 43130\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 Assembly,AREA 53 EVENTS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://area53aa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/June-Assembly.png GEO:39.7274451;-82.6350504 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crossroads Ministry Center 2095 West Fair Ave Lancaster 43130 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2095 West Fair Ave:geo:-82.6350504,39.7274451 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20260103T112626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T112626Z UID:10003814-1768125600-1768132800@area53aa.org SUMMARY:DCM Meeting - Jan 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us for the DCM Meeting. \nWhen: January 11th 2026 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nWhere: \nHoge Memorial Presbyterian Church \n\n\n\n2930 West Broad Street\nColumbus\, OH 43204 URL:https://area53aa.org/event/dcm-meeting-1-11-2026/ LOCATION:Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church\, 2930 West Broad Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43204\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 Assembly,Area 53 News,Area Planning Committee Meetings,District Events ORGANIZER;CN="Area 53 DCMC":MAILTO:dcmc@area53aa.org GEO:39.9552438;-83.0786673 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church 2930 West Broad Street Columbus OH 43204 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2930 West Broad Street:geo:-83.0786673,39.9552438 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20260103T112751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T113115Z UID:10003815-1768136400-1768147200@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area Planning Committee Jan 11 2026 DESCRIPTION:Area 53 Committee: Guiding Our Assembly\nWhat is the Area 53 Committee? \nThe Area 53 Committee serves as the steering committee for our Area Assembly. It’s comprised of key leaders and representatives dedicated to ensuring the smooth and effective operation of our Area 53 Assembly. \nWho’s Involved? \nThe committee includes: \n\nThe Area Delegate and Alternate Delegate\nAll current Area Officers and Alternate Officers\nDistrict Committee Members (DCMs) or their Alternates\nChairpersons of our Standing Committees or their Alternates\nThe District Committee Member (DCM) Chairperson and their Alternate\n\nWhat We Do: \n\nSteering the Assembly: We act as the primary guiding force for the Area 53 Assembly\, ensuring its effectiveness and relevance.\nAgenda Setting: We collaborate to create the agenda for each Area 53 Assembly meeting\, focusing on important topics and community needs.\nSupporting Day-to-Day Operations: We assist the Area Officers in managing the ongoing business of the Area 53 Assembly.\nEmpowering Standing Committees: We provide support and resources to our Area’s Standing Committees\, enabling them to achieve their goals.\n\nMeeting Schedule: \nWe meet quarterly\, specifically on the second Sunday of: \n\nJanuary\nApril\nJuly\nOctober\n\nTransparency and Communication: \nTo ensure everyone is informed and prepared\, the agenda for each Area Assembly meeting\, which is created by this committee\, is distributed to all Area Assembly members at least one month in advance. \nOur Commitment: \nThe Area 53 Committee is dedicated to serving our community and fostering a strong\, supportive environment for all. We strive to maintain open communication\, effective organization\, and a focus on the needs of our Area. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-planning-committee-jan-11-2026/ LOCATION:Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church\, 2930 West Broad Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43204\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 News,Area Planning Committee Meetings GEO:39.9552438;-83.0786673 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church 2930 West Broad Street Columbus OH 43204 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2930 West Broad Street:geo:-83.0786673,39.9552438 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T090000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20250926T234747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T131411Z UID:10003548-1772809200-1772960400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:2026 Area 53 Mini Conference DESCRIPTION:Online Registration in now in a Ticket. Please show your QR code to Registration to confirm payment. Thank You. \n\n Helpful Links: \n \n Mini Conference Event Page\n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n Deer Creek Website\n \n \n Contact Mini Conference Committee\n \n\n Accommodations: \n\n Mention “Block code GARE” for conference room rates (until Feb. 7th\, 2025) \n Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center\n22300 State Park Road 20 Mount Sterling\, Ohio\, 43143 \nRoom Reservations: 1-800-282-7275 \nVisit Deer Creek Website: https://www.deercreekstateparklodge.com/ \n\nStandard Room (per night) Thursday thru Sunday: $139\nCabins (per night) Thursday thru Sunday: $179 *plus taxes and fees\n\n\n Mention “Block code GARE” for conference room rates (until Feb. 7th\, 2025) \n\n Meals And Gathering Room \n\n Conference Meals \n Conference meal ordering will be available until Feb 14th. \n*Meals cannot be ordered after you arrive at the Mini-Conference. \n\nFriday Dinner $41\nSaturday Breakfast $27\nSaturday Lunch $31\nSaturday Banquet $44\nSunday Breakfast $30\n\n*Meals cannot be ordered after you arrive at the Mini-Conference. \n\n Mini-Conference Gathering Room (formerly hospitality room) \n The Gathering Room will be in room 222 & 224* and it opens at 4:00 PM on Friday. \nThe Gathering Room (formerly hospitality room) will remain open the entire weekend. \n*Room number subject to change. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/2026-area-53-mini-conference/ LOCATION:Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center\, 22300 State Park Road\, Mt. Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States CATEGORIES:AREA 53 EVENTS,Area 53 Mini-Conference,Area 53 News ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://area53aa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/AdobeStock_268026749-1-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Area 53 Mini-Conference Committee":MAILTO:altdelegate@area53aa.org GEO:39.615948;-83.2362629 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center 22300 State Park Road Mt. Sterling OH 43143 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=22300 State Park Road:geo:-83.2362629,39.615948 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20251227T140809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T000436Z UID:10003754-1772964000-1772989200@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area 53 Assembly March 8th 2026 DESCRIPTION:Please Register by clicking on “GET TICKETS” button. \n Fill out the simple form and present the QR code when you attend the assembly for the Registration Table to check you in quickly\, if you loose your QR code\, you can simply just tell them your name if you loose your QR code email. \n \n Assembly Documents URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-53-assembly-march-2026/ LOCATION:Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center\, 22300 State Park Road\, Mt. Sterling\, OH\, 43143\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 Assembly,AREA 53 EVENTS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://area53aa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/3d813c27.jpg GEO:39.615948;-83.2362629 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center 22300 State Park Road Mt. Sterling OH 43143 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=22300 State Park Road:geo:-83.2362629,39.615948 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T120000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20260401T122821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T123418Z UID:10003833-1775901600-1775908800@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Ohio State Convention Walkthrough DESCRIPTION:Join us for the upcoming walkthrough to continue planning the 70th Ohio State Convention of AA.  This meeting will start at 10:00 AM. \nWhen: Saturday\, April 11th \nWhere: Cherry Valley Hotel \nTime: 10:00 AM \n \n Get Directions URL:https://area53aa.org/event/ohio-state-convention-walkthrough/ LOCATION:Private: Cherry Valley Hotel\, 2999 Cherry Valley Rd\, Newark\, OH\, 43055\, United States CATEGORIES:2026 Ohio State Convention General Service,AREA 53 EVENTS ORGANIZER;CN="2026 Ohio State Convention Committee":MAILTO:2026OSC@area53aa.org GEO:40.0509932;-82.4784017 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Private: Cherry Valley Hotel 2999 Cherry Valley Rd Newark OH 43055 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2999 Cherry Valley Rd:geo:-82.4784017,40.0509932 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20260316T145642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T145645Z UID:10003827-1775998800-1776009600@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area Planning Committee Meeting - April 2026 DESCRIPTION:Area 53 Committee: Guiding Our Assembly\nWhat is the Area 53 Committee? \nThe Area 53 Committee serves as the steering committee for our Area Assembly. It’s comprised of key leaders and representatives dedicated to ensuring the smooth and effective operation of our Area 53 Assembly. \nWho’s Involved? \nThe committee includes: \n\nThe Area Delegate and Alternate Delegate\nAll current Area Officers and Alternate Officers\nDistrict Committee Members (DCMs) or their Alternates\nChairpersons of our Standing Committees or their Alternates\nThe District Committee Member (DCM) Chairperson and their Alternate\n\nWhat We Do: \n\nSteering the Assembly: We act as the primary guiding force for the Area 53 Assembly\, ensuring its effectiveness and relevance.\nAgenda Setting: We collaborate to create the agenda for each Area 53 Assembly meeting\, focusing on important topics and community needs.\nSupporting Day-to-Day Operations: We assist the Area Officers in managing the ongoing business of the Area 53 Assembly.\nEmpowering Standing Committees: We provide support and resources to our Area’s Standing Committees\, enabling them to achieve their goals.\n\nMeeting Schedule: \nWe meet quarterly\, specifically on the second Sunday of: \n\nJanuary\nApril\nJuly\nOctober\n\nTransparency and Communication: \nTo ensure everyone is informed and prepared\, the agenda for each Area Assembly meeting\, which is created by this committee\, is distributed to all Area Assembly members at least one month in advance. \nOur Commitment: \nThe Area 53 Committee is dedicated to serving our community and fostering a strong\, supportive environment for all. We strive to maintain open communication\, effective organization\, and a focus on the needs of our Area. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-planning-committee-meeting-april-2026/ LOCATION:Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church\, 2930 West Broad Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43204\, United States CATEGORIES:Area Planning Committee Meetings GEO:39.9552438;-83.0786673 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church 2930 West Broad Street Columbus OH 43204 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2930 West Broad Street:geo:-83.0786673,39.9552438 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T190000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20260430T150417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T151238Z UID:10003838-1778612400-1778612400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:2026 Ohio State Convention Planning Committee Meeting (Hybrid) - May 12 DESCRIPTION:Get Directions\n \n \n Join with Google Meet\n \n This Meeting is Hybrid\nWhen: May 12th 2026 at 7:00 PM \nLocation: Shelly and Sands Training Center \n4330 South River Rd\nZanesville\, OH 43701 United States\nOhio State Convention Planning Committee Meeting\nTuesday\, May 12 · 7:00 – 8:00pm\nTime zone: America/New_York\nGoogle Meet joining info\nVideo call link: https://meet.google.com/fsg-bgbr-ozt\nOr dial: ‪(US) +1 443-402-5731‬ PIN: ‪777 929 053‬#\nMore phone numbers: https://tel.meet/fsg-bgbr-ozt?pin=1160643222858 URL:https://area53aa.org/event/2026-ohio-state-convention-planning-committee-meeting-hybrid-may-12/ LOCATION:Shelly & Sands Learning Safety and Training Center\, 4330 South River Rd\, Zanesville\, OH\, 43701\, United States CATEGORIES:2026 Ohio State Convention General Service,AREA 53 EVENTS GEO:39.873106;-81.949577 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Shelly & Sands Learning Safety and Training Center 4330 South River Rd Zanesville OH 43701 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4330 South River Rd:geo:-81.949577,39.873106 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T160000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20260508T150623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T083026Z UID:10003870-1780826400-1780848000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area 53 Assembly June 2026 DESCRIPTION:Assembly Documents\n \n Please Register by clicking on “GET TICKETS” button.\nFill out the simple form and present the QR code when you attend the assembly for the Registration Table to check you in quickly\, if you loose your QR code\, you can simply just tell them your name if you loose your QR code email. \nPotluck & Fellowship\n\nThe DCMs will be hosting a potluck this coming Sunday! Come enjoy food and fellowship with your trusted servants. While the food is provided for this meeting\, we are willing to accept contributions which will go toward our next assembly potluck in September.\nIf you have any questions specifically regarding the potluck\,\n\nplease contact Maria C at dcmc@area53aa.org.\n\n\n\nKey Agenda Items\n\nTBD\n\nMaterials to Pick Up & Take Back\nWe will have printed materials available at the Assembly. Please be prepared to pick these up and take them back to your districts and home groups: \n\n2026 Ohio State Convention Flyers\nElections Officer Descriptions for the next assembly. \n\nMeeting Details\n\nDate: Sunday\, June 7th 2026.\nTime: 10:00 AM\nLocation: Crossroads Ministry Center\, 2095 W Fair Ave\, Lancaster\, OH 43130 URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-53-assembly-june-2026/ LOCATION:Crossroads Ministry Center\, 2095 West Fair Ave\, Lancaster\, 43130\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 Assembly,AREA 53 EVENTS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://area53aa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/June-Assembly.png GEO:39.7274451;-82.6350504 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crossroads Ministry Center 2095 West Fair Ave Lancaster 43130 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2095 West Fair Ave:geo:-82.6350504,39.7274451 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T210000 DTSTAMP:20260618T235843 CREATED:20250825T182612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T184208Z UID:10003428-1781118000-1781125200@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area Service Sharing Session DESCRIPTION: URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-service-sharing-session/2026-06-10/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Area 53 Committee Workshops,AREA 53 EVENTS END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR