BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Area 53 AA - ECPv6.15.20//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:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD 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:20240706T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T190000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20240329T120850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T203549Z UID:10000496-1720278000-1720292400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Red White and Sober 3rd Annual District 28 Jul 6 DESCRIPTION:Download Flyer HERE (or click image below) \nCome and Join us for our 3rd Annual RED\, WHITE\, & SOBER. \nAA JOB FAIR Q & A: \nSalary = Priceless \nCome and interact with homegroup members and find out how to get more involved in Homegroup service. \nGSR\, IGR\, GIR\, GTR\, \nEver wonder what those things mean? Come find out at our Q & A Job Fair. \nDo not’ forget the salary for AA Service is PRICELESS!!! \nAfter the Job Fair\, we will be having a cookout and a special guest speaker. \nAdrienne B from the Primary Purpose Group\, Williamstown\, WV. \nWHEN: \nSaturday\, July 6th\, 2024 \nWHERE: \n1180 Shanley Drive\, \nColumbus\, OH 43224 \nTIME: \nQ & A Starts at 3 PM \nFood and Fellowship Starts at 4 PM \nGuest Speaker Adrienne B Starts at 5:45 PM URL:https://area53aa.org/event/red-white-and-sober-2024/ LOCATION:Trinity United Church of Christ\, 1180 Shanley Dr\, Columbus\, OH\, 43224\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 News ORGANIZER;CN="District 28":MAILTO:dcm28@area53aa.org GEO:40.0573375;-82.9871568 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Trinity United Church of Christ 1180 Shanley Dr Columbus OH 43224 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1180 Shanley Dr:geo:-82.9871568,40.0573375 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T150000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20240311T124200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T225441Z UID:10000495-1724497200-1724511600@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Pleasant Valley Group - 78th Anniversary Celebration Hog Roast - August 24th DESCRIPTION:DOWNLOAD FLYER HERE or click image below. \nPleasant Valley Group – 78th Anniversary Celebration – Hog Roast\nPoint Pleasant\, West Virginia\nWHERE: Mason County WV Farm Museum\, 1458 Fairground Road\, Point Pleasant\, WV 25550\nLocated 4 miles north of Point Pleasant\, WV\, 7 Miles south of Mason\, WV\, just off Route 62 on Fairgrounds Rd\, across from The Mason County Fairgrounds.\nWHEN: Saturday\, August 24th\, 2024\nTIME: Fellowship starts: @11:00am\, Eat: @12:30pm\, Speaker: @2:00pm\nAA SPEAKER: David D. (Annapolis\, MD)\n* The Speaker carries a profound message of hope and recovery. Please join us\, as they share their amazing journey through sobriety.\nCOME CELEBRATE 78 YEARS OF AA IN POINT PLEASANT\, WEST VIRGINIA.\nPLEASE BRING A COVERED DISH OR DESSERT AND A FRIEND FOR AN AFTERNOON OF FOOD\, FUN\, AND FELLOWSHIP AT THE HISTORIC MASON COUNTY FARM MUSEUM.\nContact: Ryan C: roc49er@yahoo.com (304) 593-4261\, Allison C: allirn626@yahoo.com (740) 577-4871\,\nStan B: stantonburdette@yahoo.com (304) 593-1458\n*AIR-CONDITIONED MEETING AND DINING HALL\, HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE URL:https://area53aa.org/event/pleasant-valley-group-78th-anniversary-celebration-hog-roast-august-24th/ LOCATION:Mason County WV Farm Museum\, 1458 Fairground Road\, Point Pleasant\, WV\, 25550 CATEGORIES:Area 53 News ORGANIZER;CN="Pleasant Valley Group":MAILTO:roc49er@yahoo.com GEO:38.9199665;-82.0883185 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mason County WV Farm Museum 1458 Fairground Road Point Pleasant WV 25550;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1458 Fairground Road:geo:-82.0883185,38.9199665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T160000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20240602T164656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T010621Z UID:10000508-1724508000-1724515200@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 30 Old Timers Panel DESCRIPTION: URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-30-old-timers-panel/ LOCATION:meadiw park church\, 2425 Bethel Rd.\, Columbus\, Ohio\, 43220 CATEGORIES:Area 53 News GEO:40.064526;-83.084106 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=meadiw park church 2425 Bethel Rd. Columbus Ohio 43220;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2425 Bethel Rd.:geo:-83.084106,40.064526 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250101T120000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20241106T023334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T123049Z UID:10001280-1735646400-1735732800@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 26 & 28 Annual Alkathon DESCRIPTION:🎉 GET READY TO RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH FELLOWSHIP & FUN! 🎉\nDISTRICT 26 & 28 PRESENTS THE 2025 ANNUAL ALKATHON!\nA 24-Hour Celebration of Community and Connection!\nWhen: December 31st – January 1st\, 2026 (That’s right\, we’re partying all night and into the new year!) Time: Noon to Noon (12 PM – 12 PM) Where: ReyNaz Church\, 1340 Crest Rd\, Reynoldsburg\, OH 43068\nWhat to Expect:\n\nNon-Stop Fellowship: Connect with friends old and new in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere.\nInspiring Meetings & Mini-Leads: Led by local home groups\, these sessions will offer experience\, strength and hope as we step into the new year.\nDelicious Food: It’s a potluck! Bring your favorite side dish or dessert to share and enjoy a feast of community.\nNEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE PARTY! Get ready to dance the night away! We’ll have a DJ spinning tunes from 10 PM until Midnight to celebrate the start of a new year! (Rumor has it\, there might me a light show and fog!)\n\nImagine:\n\nSharing stories and laughter with friends.\nFinding inspiration and support in powerful meetings.\nDancing the night away as the clock strikes midnight!\n\nThis is more than just an event; it’s a chance to connect\, reflect\, and celebrate the journey together.\nDon’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to kick off 2026 in the best way possible! URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-26-28-annual-alkathon/ LOCATION:RayNaz Church\, 1340 Crest Rd.\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068 CATEGORIES:Area 53 News,District Events ORGANIZER;CN="District 26":MAILTO:dcm26@area53aa.org GEO:39.9541856;-82.8197235 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=RayNaz Church 1340 Crest Rd. Reynoldsburg OH 43068;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1340 Crest Rd.:geo:-82.8197235,39.9541856 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250101T020000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20241106T022146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T160415Z UID:10001279-1735668000-1735696800@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 16 Alcathon DESCRIPTION:Mini Alacathon Potluck meetings \n12/31/24 6:00pm- 2:00-am \nMarket on State \nAthens\, OH URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-16-alcathon/ LOCATION:Market on State\, 1002 E State St\, Athens\, OH\, 45701 CATEGORIES:Area 53 News GEO:39.3371869;-82.0567175 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Market on State 1002 E State St Athens OH 45701;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1002 E State St:geo:-82.0567175,39.3371869 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T220000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20241124T133438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T002525Z UID:10001284-1735671600-1735682400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:New Year Eve Party - District 11 DESCRIPTION:Dance the night away with good music and lots of fun games. Please bring an appetizer to share. Draw a ticket to give a 15 minute lead. See you there. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/new-year-eve-party-district-11/ LOCATION:MARYSVILLE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE\, 1126 N Maple St.\, MARYSVILLE\,\, Ohio\, 43040 CATEGORIES:Area 53 News,District Events ORGANIZER;CN="District 11":MAILTO:dcm11@area53aa.org GEO:40.2511589;-83.3721775 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=MARYSVILLE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1126 N Maple St. MARYSVILLE Ohio 43040;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1126 N Maple St.:geo:-83.3721775,40.2511589 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250112T160000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20250102T221635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T221928Z UID:10001355-1736686800-1736697600@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area Planning Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Area Planing Committee Meeting. \nWhen: January 12th 2025 \nTime: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nWhere: \nHoge Memorial Presbyterian Church \n\n\n\n2930 West Broad Street\nColumbus\, OH 43204 URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-planning-committee-meeting-01-12-2025/ 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:20250201T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T150000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20250108T205214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T210057Z UID:10001357-1738404000-1738422000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 19 Three Legacies Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join District 19 for the Three Legacies Workshop.\nFeaturing Speakers Howie H & John C\nWhen: February 1\, 2025 \nTime: 10 AM – 3 PM \nWhere: 733 State Route 41 SW\, Washington Courthouse\, OH 43160 \nContact JP with questions: (513) 207-2113 URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-19-three-legacies-workshop/ LOCATION:All Saints Church\, 733 State Rte 41\,\, Washington Court House\, OH\, 43160\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 News,District Events ORGANIZER;CN="District 19":MAILTO:dcm19@area53aa.org GEO:39.5240735;-83.4437437 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=All Saints Church 733 State Rte 41 Washington Court House OH 43160 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=733 State Rte 41\,:geo:-83.4437437,39.5240735 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T123000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20250110T135259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T135654Z UID:10001358-1739613600-1739622600@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Area 53 Archives Committee Workshop - Feb 15th 2025 DESCRIPTION:Area 53 Archives Committee Workshop\nTime: 10:00 am 12:30 pm \nDate: 02/15/2025 \nLocation: \nPeace Lutheran Church  \n455 Clark State Road \nGahanna\, Ohio\, 43230 \nCoffee and refreshments will be served. This is a free event\, and all AA members are welcome. The workshop will focus on the following: \n\nMarkings on the Journey\, the GSO Archives Film.\nPurpose and Activities of the Area 53 Archives Committee\, Teri G presenter.\nHank P. and the Big Book\, A PowerPoint Presentation\, Chris J presenter.\n\nPhone tlgardner7@yahoo.com (614) 432-5437 9:00 am \n \n \n \n Click Image to download Flyer or HERE URL:https://area53aa.org/event/area-53-archives-committee-workshop-feb-15th-2025/ LOCATION:Peace Lutheran Church\, 455 Clark State Rd\, Gahanna\, Ohio\, 43230 CATEGORIES:Area 53 Committee Workshops,Area 53 News GEO:40.0237289;-82.8641311 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Peace Lutheran Church 455 Clark State Rd Gahanna Ohio 43230;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=455 Clark State Rd:geo:-82.8641311,40.0237289 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T093000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20250116T151303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T151445Z UID:10001359-1739776500-1739784600@area53aa.org SUMMARY:New Freedom Anniversary Breakfast - Feb 17 2025 DESCRIPTION:We invite you to celebrate with us at the New Freedom Anniversary Breakfast! \nDate: Sunday\, February 17th\, 2025\nTime: 7:15 AM\nLocation: 85 W. Bridge Street\, Dublin\, Ohio 43017\nEnjoy a delicious breakfast\, reconnect with friends\, and hear from special guest speaker\, Matt W.\nWe look forward to celebrating with you! \nDownload flyer here. Or Click Image below.  URL:https://area53aa.org/event/new-freedom-anniversary-breakfast-feb-17-2025/ LOCATION:Dublin Community Church\, 81 West Bridge Street\, Dublin\, Ohio\, 43017 CATEGORIES:Area 53 News,Group Anniversary GEO:40.0986599;-83.1158895 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dublin Community Church 81 West Bridge Street Dublin Ohio 43017;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=81 West Bridge Street:geo:-83.1158895,40.0986599 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20241218T124135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T122108Z UID:10001289-1740245400-1740254400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Early Evening Faith and Hope Group 34th Anniversary Celebration! DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate 34 years of 5:45 Early Evening faith\, hope\, and fellowship! Date: Saturday\, February 22nd\, 2024 Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Trinity United Church of Christ\, 1180 Shanley Drive\, Columbus\, OH 43224 What to Expect: \n\nFood: We’ll have pizza and a potluck! Please bring your favorite side dish to share.\nFellowship: Connect with friends and members of the Early Evening Faith and Hope Group.\nAA Speaker: A special AA speaker (TBD) will share their story at 7:00 PM.\n\nCome celebrate with us! All are welcome. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/early-evening-faith-and-hope-group-34th-anniversary-celebration/ LOCATION:Trinity United Church of Christ\, 1180 Shanley Dr\, Columbus\, OH\, 43224\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 News,Group Anniversary GEO:40.0573375;-82.9871568 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Trinity United Church of Christ 1180 Shanley Dr Columbus OH 43224 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1180 Shanley Dr:geo:-82.9871568,40.0573375 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T150000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 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:20260509T121511 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:20250619T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20250603T152802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T144326Z UID:10003326-1750354200-1750363200@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Thursday Night Welcome Group 41st Anniversary DESCRIPTION:Thursday Night Welcome Group 05:30 pm 08:00 pm \n06/19/2025 \n1479 Morse Rd. \nColumbus\, Ohio 43229 United States \nAscension Lutheran Church\n41st Anniversary \nkmkimi2002@gmail.com \noplus_32 URL:https://area53aa.org/event/thursday-night-welcome-group-41st-anniversary/ LOCATION:Ascension Lutheran Church\, 1479 Morse Rd\, Columbus\, 43229\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 News GEO:40.0600916;-82.9803885 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ascension Lutheran Church 1479 Morse Rd Columbus 43229 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1479 Morse Rd:geo:-82.9803885,40.0600916 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T100000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20250603T144703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T144309Z UID:10003324-1750496400-1750500000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Archives Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:This meeting will be on the 3rd Saturday of the month\, and the July Meeting will be cancelled. \nMeeting ID\n832 3842 8181 \nSecurity\nWaiting Room \nInvite Link\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83238428181?pwd=cjJiMnpJd3ptcE9XZTZvOVdWU1NOZz09 URL:https://area53aa.org/event/archives-committee-meeting-3/ CATEGORIES:Area 53 News,Monthly Standing Committee Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="Area 53 Archives Committee":MAILTO:archives@area53aa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T160000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20250607T153622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T144256Z UID:10003329-1750600800-1750608000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Celebrating the People Who Have Volunteered at A.O.I.O. DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited \nSunday June 22. 2025 \nSt. Paul’s Church Hall \n33 East Main Street\, Chillicothe OH 45601 \n2:00 to 4:00 pm \nSpeaker: Mac C. Area 53 assembly chairperson \nSandwiches and Cake \nSocial time & Raffle \nDownload Flyer URL:https://area53aa.org/event/celebrating-the-people-who-have-volunteered-at-a-o-i-o/ LOCATION:St. Pauls Church\, 33 East Main Street\, Chillicothe\, Ohio\, 45601 CATEGORIES:Area 53 News GEO:39.3336299;-82.9811943 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St. Pauls Church 33 East Main Street Chillicothe Ohio 45601;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=33 East Main Street:geo:-82.9811943,39.3336299 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T170000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20250415T111446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T144237Z UID:10003082-1751122800-1751130000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Marietta Serenity Group Anniversary Picnic - June 28 DESCRIPTION:Download Flyer Here\n \n \n Directions\n \n Mark Your Calendars! Marietta Serenity Group Anniversary Picnic\nJoin us for our annual anniversary picnic as we celebrate another year of recovery\, fellowship\, and support!\nWe’ll be gathering at Tomlinson Park in Williamstown\, West Virginia (corner of Highland Avenue and W. Fifth St.\, WV 26187\, USA) on Saturday\, June 28th\, 2025\, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.\nCome enjoy an afternoon of food and fellowship starting at 3:00 PM\, followed by an inspiring speaker at 4:00 PM.\nWe kindly ask everyone to bring a covered dish to share. Fried chicken and drinks will be provided.\nThis is a family-friendly event\, and children are welcome! There’s even a playground on-site to keep the little ones entertained.\nWe look forward to celebrating with you!\n\nKey Information at a Glance:\n\nEvent: Marietta Serenity Group Anniversary Picnic\nDate: Saturday\, June 28\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Food & Fellowship at 3 PM\, Speaker at 4 PM)\nLocation: Tomlinson Park\, Williamstown\, WV (Corner of Highland Ave & W. Fifth St)\nWhat to Bring: A covered dish to share\nProvided: Fried chicken and drinks\nFamily-Friendly: Yes\, playground available! URL:https://area53aa.org/event/marietta-serenity-group-anniversary-picnic-june-28/ LOCATION:Tomlinson Park\, 601 WV-14\, Williamstown\, WV\, 26187\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 News GEO:39.3993875;-81.4481395 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tomlinson Park 601 WV-14 Williamstown WV 26187 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=601 WV-14:geo:-81.4481395,39.3993875 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250703 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250707 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20250219T083642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T144226Z UID:10002757-1751500800-1751846399@area53aa.org SUMMARY:AA International Convention 2025 DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\n \n Celebrate Sobriety at the 2025 A.A. International Convention in Vancouver! \nMark your calendars for July 3-6\, 2025\, and join A.A. members\, their families\, and friends from around the globe in Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada\, for the A.A. International Convention. This special event\, held once every five years\, commemorates the anniversary of Bill W.’s first meeting with Dr. Bob and the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous in 1935. The 2025 convention marks the 90th anniversary of A.A.. \nWhat to Expect \nThe International Convention offers a unique experience of unity and celebration within the A.A. community. Attendees can participate in various activities\, including: \n\nMeetings and workshops\nDances and events\nA traditional flag ceremony to celebrate sobriety worldwide\nFellowship with A.A. members from around the world\n\nPast conventions have been large gatherings. In 2015\, the International Convention in Atlanta\, Georgia\, saw approximately 57\,000 A.A. members in attendance. Attendees took over the city\, filling hotels and crowding coffee shops\, and participated in over 250 meetings held in more than 10 languages\, including ASL. \nRegistration and More Information \nRegistration information will be updated on the A.A. website as the Convention approaches. You can also download files such as the 2025 International Convention Frequently Asked Questions and the 2025 International Convention Registration Brochure. \nLet’s celebrate sobriety together in Vancouver in 2025! URL:https://area53aa.org/event/aa-international-convention-2025/ LOCATION:Vancouver Convention Centre\, 1055 Canada Pl\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6C 0C3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Area 53 News,International Convention ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://area53aa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/01-IC2025-logo-standard-tm-e1739954359162.png GEO:49.2883926;-123.1155421 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Vancouver Convention Centre 1055 Canada Pl Vancouver BC V6C 0C3 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1055 Canada Pl:geo:-123.1155421,49.2883926 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T120000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20250511T152653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T210228Z UID:10003317-1754665200-1754827200@area53aa.org SUMMARY:69th Ohio State Convention DESCRIPTION:Download Program\n \n \n Download Spanish Program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer \nHotel and Registration info \n69-Ohio-State-Convention-Registration URL:https://area53aa.org/event/69th-ohio-state-convention/ LOCATION:Delta Hotels Toledo\, 3100 Glendale Ave.\, Toledo\, OH\, 43614\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 News ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://area53aa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot-2025-08-04-170051.png GEO:41.6165661;-83.6195975 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Delta Hotels Toledo 3100 Glendale Ave. Toledo OH 43614 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3100 Glendale Ave.:geo:-83.6195975,41.6165661 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T230000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20250125T075337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T075636Z UID:10001368-1758918600-1758927600@area53aa.org SUMMARY:OYPAA - Game Night DESCRIPTION:Click Image Below or Download Flyer HERE URL:https://area53aa.org/event/oypaa-game-night/2025-09-26/ LOCATION:Indianola Presbyterian Church\, 1970 Waldeck Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43201 CATEGORIES:Area 53 News ORGANIZER;CN="OYPAA":MAILTO:oypaa38@gmail.com GEO:40.0031531;-83.0051248 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Indianola Presbyterian Church 1970 Waldeck Ave. Columbus OH 43201;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1970 Waldeck Ave.:geo:-83.0051248,40.0031531 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20251005T182045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T182048Z UID:10003559-1759863600-1759867200@area53aa.org SUMMARY:State Convention Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Come be a part of planning the 2026 State Convention hosted by Area 53. \n  \nTuesday 10-7-25 \n7:00pm \nZoom Link URL:https://area53aa.org/event/state-convention-committee-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Area 53 News LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85726174857?pwd=dP66fQ9JU03qRPBkje5JhJM8WSljKi.1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T203000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 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:20251231T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T220000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 CREATED:20251107T141343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T141640Z UID:10003685-1767207600-1767218400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 11 New Year's Eve Celebration DESCRIPTION:First Presbyterian Church\nKennedy Room\n210 W. 5th St.\nMarysville\, Ohio 43040\nLead\, raffle\, euchre\, dancing\, food\, friends. Please bring a dish to share. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-11-new-years-eve-celebration/ LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church – Marysville\, 210 West Fifth Street\, Marysville\, OH\, 43040 CATEGORIES:Area 53 News,District Events ORGANIZER;CN="District 11":MAILTO:dcm11@area53aa.org GEO:40.2367951;-83.3685043 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=First Presbyterian Church – Marysville 210 West Fifth Street Marysville OH 43040;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=210 West Fifth Street:geo:-83.3685043,40.2367951 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260509T121511 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:20260509T121511 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:20260509T121511 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 END:VCALENDAR