Area 53 AA

District 8/9 Meeting
2025-11-02 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Trinity Episcopal Church, 76 East Main Street, Newark, OH, 43055, United States
1st Sunday at 1:00 PM
Trinity Episcopal Church, 76 E Main St, Newark, OH 43055, USA

District 16 Meeting
2025-11-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Athens First United Methodist Church, 2 S College St, Athens, 45701, United States
1st Sunday at 5:00 PM
Athens First United Methodist Church, 2 S College St, Athens, OH 45701, USA

District 17 Meeting
2025-11-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Sacred Heart Church and Rectory, 161 Mulberry Ave, Pomeroy, o, 45769, United States
First Sunday of the Month at 5:00 PM
Sacred Heart Church and Rectory, 161 Mulberry Ave, Pomeroy, OH 45769, USA

District 12 Area 53 Yearly Gathering
2025-11-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Covenant Presbyterian Church, 201 North Limestone Street, Springfield, 45503, United States
2025 District 12 & Area 53 Yearly Gathering

Join Us for a Day of Fellowship, Food, and Fun!
You’re warmly invited to our annual gathering! Come connect with the community and enjoy a day filled with inspiration, wonderful food, and great company.
What to Expect:

Inspiring Speakers: Hear powerful messages and stories from our lineup of interesting speakers.
Delicious Food: Enjoy a complimentary potato bar complete with all the fixings and a fresh salad.
Fun & Prizes: Get ready for our entertaining “Answer & Win” challenge! Between speakers, you’ll have the chance to answer questions and win great prizes.

Admission: This is a free event for all to attend. Contributions are welcome and gratefully accepted.

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District 11 Meeting
2025-11-03 18:00 - 19:00 | First Presbyterian Church – Marysville, 210 West Fifth Street, Marysville, OH, 43040
First Monday of the Month at 6:00 PM
First Presbyterian Church, 210 W 5th St, Marysville, OH 43040, USA

District 30 Meeting
2025-11-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Upper Arlington Public Library – Tremont Road Branch, 2800 Tremont Rd, Upper Arlington, OH, 43221, United States
1st Wednesday of the month at 5:00 PM
Upper Arlington Public Library – Tremont Road Branch
2800 Tremont Rd
Upper Arlington , OH 43221

District 22 Meeting
2025-11-05 18:00 - 19:00
First Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM
On Zoom
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2026 Mini Conference Committee Meeting - Hybrid
2025-11-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Shelly & Sands Learning Safety and Training Center, 4330 South River Rd, Zanesville, OH, 43701, United States
Next Meeting
November 6th, 2025.
7:00 PM
Hybrid Meeting
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Shelly & Sands Safety Training Center
4330 S River Rd, Zanesville, OH 43701

District 28 Meeting
2025-11-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Central Vineyard Church, 55 E Blake Ave, Columbus, 43202, United States
2nd Monday of the month at 6:30 PM.
Central Vineyard Church
55 E Blake Ave, Columbus, OH 43202

Area Service Sharing Session
2025-11-12 19:00 - 21:00

2026 Ohio State AA Convention Planning Committee
2025-11-20 20:00 - 21:30 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83087616120?pwd=[REDACTED]
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025.
Time: 8:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Platform: Virtual (Zoom)
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We look forward to seeing you there and beginning this journey of service together.

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District 13/14 Meeting
2025-11-23 18:30 - 19:30 | Lancaster Area Intergroup, 723 Slocum Ave, Lancaster, 43130, United States
District 13/14 mtg.
06:30 pm 07:30 pm
11/23/2025
723 Slocum Ave
Lancaster, Ohio 43130 United States
GSR mtg.
Email dcm13@area53.org

Thanksgiving Gratitude Breakfast & Tickathon
2025-11-27 08:00 - 11:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 320 2nd St, Marietta, 45750, United States

District 1 Meeting
2025-12-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Recovery Zone, 440 South St. Paris Street, Bellefontaine, 43311, United States
District 1 meetings are held every other (even months) 1st Saturday of the month at 10:00 AM.
440 South St. Paris Street
Bellefontaine OH 43311

CFC Quarterly Meeting
2025-12-06 10:00 - 11:00 | COGF, 645 W. Broad St., Columbus, 43215, United States
Quarterly meeting of the Correctional Facilities Committee, where we review and vote on Trusted Servant reports (such as last quarter’s meeting minutes, funds collected, literature distributed, etc.), as well as discuss and vote on old and new business for the Committee. We also share brief reports from GIR’s and Outside Sponsors. We highly encourage participation over Zoom if members are unable to physically attend.
Hybrid
Central Ohio Group Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous
651 W Broad St
Columbus, OH 43215
USA
Link: Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 889 7192 9262
Pass Code: area53

Mini Conference Planning Committee
2025-12-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Shelly & Sands Learning Safety and Training Center, 4330 South River Rd, Zanesville, OH, 43701, United States
Come help us plan the 2026 Mini Conference!
This meeting is hybrid.

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Area 53 Assembly December 2025
2025-12-21 10:00 - 17:00 | Crossroads Ministry Center, 2095 West Fair Ave, Lancaster, 43130, United States
Directions to Assembly

Assembly Documents

Please Register by clicking on “GET TICKETS” button.
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.

Dear trusted servants:

Please be advised that the December Area 53 Assembly has been rescheduled. We will now be meeting on Sunday, December 21, 2025.
If you registered for yesterday’s Assembly, your registration is still valid. You do not need to re-register.
We 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.

Potluck & Fellowship

The 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.
If you have any questions specifically regarding the potluck,

please contact Maria C at dcmc@area53aa.org.

Key Agenda Items

Passing the 2026 Budget: It is vital that we review and vote on the financial plan for the upcoming year.
GSR 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.

Materials to Pick Up & Take Back
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:

2026 Area 53 Mini-Conference Flyers
2026 Ohio State Convention “Save the Date” Flyers
GSO Final Reports

Meeting Details

Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Crossroads Ministry Center, 2095 W Fair Ave, Lancaster, OH 43130

Thank 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.

Assembly Documents

Directions to Assembly

The Ranch Alkathon 2025
2025-12-24 18:00 - 2025-12-25 18:00 | The Ranch, 901 S. Sunbury Rd, Westerville, 43081, United States
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Meetings, food and fellowship:
When Christmas Eve to Christmas Day
12/24/2025 – /12/25/2025
6:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: The Ranch
Central College Presbyterian Church
901 S. Sunbury Rd
Westerville, OH 43081

District 26 New Years Eve Alkathon
2025-12-31 12:00 - 2026-01-01 12:00 | RayNaz Church, 1340 Crest Rd., Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068
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The District 26 New Years Eve Alkathon
12:00 pm 12/31/2025
12:00 pm 01/01/2026
Reynoldsburg Church-Nazarene
1340 Crest Rd
Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068
24 Hour Marathon of 12 Step support and fellowship.

District 28 New Years Eve Sober Party
2025-12-31 17:30 - 23:00 | Central Vineyard Church, 55 E Blake Ave, Columbus, 43202, United States
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RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH DISTRICT 28
Dinner • Speaker • Dance
December 31, 2025

FEATURING GUEST SPEAKER: DEE H.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

5:30 PM: Fellowship & Doors Open
6:00 PM: Dinner Served
7:30 PM: Speaker Meeting (Lead)
9:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Dance the Night Away

LOCATION: Central Vineyard Church 55 E Blake Ave Columbus, OH

District 11 New Year's Eve Celebration
2025-12-31 19:00 - 22:00 | First Presbyterian Church – Marysville, 210 West Fifth Street, Marysville, OH, 43040
First Presbyterian Church
Kennedy Room
210 W. 5th St.
Marysville, Ohio 43040
Lead, raffle, euchre, dancing, food, friends. Please bring a dish to share.

DCM Meeting - Jan 2026
2026-01-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2930 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH, 43204, United States
Join us for the DCM Meeting.
When: January 11th 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where:
Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church

2930 West Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43204

Area Planning Committee Jan 11 2026
2026-01-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2930 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH, 43204, United States
Area 53 Committee: Guiding Our Assembly
What is the Area 53 Committee?
The 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.
Who’s Involved?
The committee includes:

The Area Delegate and Alternate Delegate
All current Area Officers and Alternate Officers
District Committee Members (DCMs) or their Alternates
Chairpersons of our Standing Committees or their Alternates
The District Committee Member (DCM) Chairperson and their Alternate

What We Do:

Steering the Assembly: We act as the primary guiding force for the Area 53 Assembly, ensuring its effectiveness and relevance.
Agenda Setting: We collaborate to create the agenda for each Area 53 Assembly meeting, focusing on important topics and community needs.
Supporting Day-to-Day Operations: We assist the Area Officers in managing the ongoing business of the Area 53 Assembly.
Empowering Standing Committees: We provide support and resources to our Area’s Standing Committees, enabling them to achieve their goals.

Meeting Schedule:
We meet quarterly, specifically on the second Sunday of:

January
April
July
October

Transparency and Communication:
To 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.
Our Commitment:
The 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.

2026 Ohio State Convention Planning Committee Meeting (Hybrid)
2026-01-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Shelly & Sands Learning Safety and Training Center, 4330 South River Rd, Zanesville, OH, 43701, United States
This Meeting is Hybrid
When: January 28th 2026 at 6:30 PM
Location: Shelly and Sands Training Center
4330 South River Rd
Zanesville, OH 43701 United States

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Gahanna Group 77th Anniversary
2026-02-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Stoneybrook Church Gahanna, 485 Cherry Bottom Road, Gahanna, OH, 43230
Celebrate 77 Years of Fellowship!
The Gahanna Group is honored to invite you to our 77th Anniversary Celebration. Join us for an evening of food, reflection, and community as we mark nearly eight decades of recovery and support.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Time: 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Stonybrook Church 485 Cherry Bottom Road Gahanna, Ohio 43230
Schedule of Events
5:30 pm: Fellowship (Come early to connect!)
6:00 pm: Dinner & Sobriety Countdown
7:00 pm: Anniversary Lead
Join Us
Whether you are a longtime member of the Gahanna Group or looking to join our community for the first time, all are welcome to share in this milestone. We look forward to seeing you there!

2026 Conference of Delegates Past and Present
2026-02-13 15:00 - 2026-02-15 17:00 | Hilton Garden Inn, 1300 Cinema Way, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
Registration

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Join Us for the 2026 Conference of Delegates Past and Present!
All members of A.A. are invited to the 2026 Conference of Delegates Past and Present, an East Central Region event. Join us for a weekend of fellowship and service discussion in Benton Harbor, Michigan.

Date: Friday, February 13, 2026 Location: Hilton Garden Inn, 1300 Cinema Way, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Hotel Reservations: A block of rooms has been reserved at the conference location.
Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn
Phone: (269) 926-5000
Group Code: 52CDPP
Room Rates: $109 for a King room / $119 for a Double Queen room (plus tax).
Reservation Deadline: You must book by January 10, 2026, to receive the group rate.

More Information: For a full schedule, registration details, and the latest updates, please visit the event website at area34aa.org/52cdpp/.
For specific questions, you may email 52cdpp@gmail.comor call (616) 366-5143 (after 9:00 AM).

Early Evening Faith and Hope Group 35th Anniversary
2026-02-21 17:30 - 20:30 | Trinity United Church of Christ, 1180 Shanley Dr, Columbus, OH, 43224, United States
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Celebrate 35 Years with the Early Evening Faith and Hope Group!
The Early Evening Faith and Hope Group is excited to invite you to a very special celebration. This year marks our 35th Anniversary, and we are hosting an evening of food, fellowship, and inspiration to celebrate this milestone.
The event will feature a Dual Lead AA Speaker meeting with guest speakers Chris J. and Theresa Q. from Columbus, OH.
Event Details

Date: Saturday, February 21st, 2026.
Time: Food and Fellowship begins at 5:30 PM; Speakers begin at 7:00 PM.
Location: Trinity United Church of Christ, 1180 Shanley Drive, Columbus, OH 43224.

Join the Potluck
We encourage everyone to come join the fun and fellowship. We will be holding a potluck dinner, so please bring your favorite side dish to share with the group!

2026 Area 53 Mini Conference
2026-03-06 15:00 - 2026-03-08 09:00 | Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center, 22300 State Park Road, Mt. Sterling, OH, 43143, United States
Online Registration in now in a Ticket. Please show your QR code to Registration to confirm payment. Thank You.

Helpful Links:

Mini Conference Event Page

Download Flyer

Deer Creek Website

Contact Mini Conference Committee

Accommodations:

Mention “Block code GARE” for conference room rates (until Feb. 7th, 2025)
Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center
22300 State Park Road 20 Mount Sterling, Ohio, 43143
Room Reservations: 1-800-282-7275
Visit Deer Creek Website: https://www.deercreekstateparklodge.com/

Standard Room (per night) Thursday thru Sunday: $139
Cabins (per night) Thursday thru Sunday: $179 *plus taxes and fees

Mention “Block code GARE” for conference room rates (until Feb. 7th, 2025)

Meals And Gathering Room

Conference Meals
Conference meal ordering will be available until Feb 14th.
*Meals cannot be ordered after you arrive at the Mini-Conference.

Friday Dinner $41
Saturday Breakfast $27
Saturday Lunch $31
Saturday Banquet $44
Sunday Breakfast $30

*Meals cannot be ordered after you arrive at the Mini-Conference.

Mini-Conference Gathering Room (formerly hospitality room)
The Gathering Room will be in room 222 & 224* and it opens at 4:00 PM on Friday.
The Gathering Room (formerly hospitality room) will remain open the entire weekend.
*Room number subject to change.

Area 53 Assembly March 8th 2026
2026-03-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center, 22300 State Park Road, Mt. Sterling, OH, 43143, United States
Please Register by clicking on “GET TICKETS” button.
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.

Assembly Documents

Area 55 Mini Conference
2026-03-13 15:00 - 2026-03-14 17:00 | First United Methodist Church – Bowling Green, Ohio, 1526 East Wooster Street, Bowling Green, OH, 43402, United States
The mini conference will be held Friday, March 13, 2026 and Saturday, March 14, 2026. Registration will open at 3 p.m. on Friday. The pre-conference meeting will be held at 4:10 p.m. on Friday. Registration opens at 7 a.m. on Saturday. Breakfast will be served at 8 a.m.
Where?
The mini conference will be held at First United Methodist Church, 1526 E Wooster St, Bowling Green, OH 43402.
Area 55 More Info
