Area 53 AA

Area 56 Mini Conference
2026-03-20 15:00 - 2026-03-22 17:00 (America/New_York) | Holiday Inn & Suites Cincinnati Eastgate Hotel, 4501 Eastgate Blvd, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45245
Friday March 20 – Sunday 22, 2026
Eastgate Holiday Inn
4501 Eastgate Blvd, Cincinnati, OH 45245
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Area 54 Mini Conference
2026-03-27 15:00 - 2026-03-29 11:30 | Quality Inn & Suites, 4742 Brecksville Rd, Richfield, OH, 44286
1st Area 54 NE Ohio General Service Mini Conference
Quality Inn & Suites
4742 Brecksville Rd., Richfield, OH 44286
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Monday Nite Steps and Traditions Group Anniversary
2026-03-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Meadow Park Church, 2425 Bethel Road, Columbus, OH, 43226, United States
Join us for an evening of food, fellowship, and inspiration as we celebrate the anniversary of the Monday Nite Steps and Traditions group!
Event Details

Date: Monday, March 30, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: Meadow Park Church 2425 Bethel Rd Columbus, OH 43220

Schedule

6:00 PM: Food and Fellowship. The group will provide chicken, a side dish, and drinks.

7:00 PM: Guest Speaker – Janet S.

What to Bring
We invite you to contribute to our celebration! Please feel free to bring a side dish or a dessert to share with the community.

We look forward to seeing everyone there for this special milestone!
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Ohio State Convention Walkthrough
2026-04-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Private: Cherry Valley Hotel, 2999 Cherry Valley Rd, Newark, OH, 43055, United States
Join us for the upcoming walkthrough to continue planning the 70th Ohio State Convention of AA. This meeting will start at 10:00 AM.
When: Saturday, April 11th
Where: Cherry Valley Hotel
Time: 10:00 AM

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DCM Meeting - April 2026
2026-04-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2930 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH, 43204, United States
Attention all DCM’s please Join us for the quarterly DCM Meeting.
When: April 12th, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where:
Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church

2930 West Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43204

Area Planning Committee Meeting - April 2026
2026-04-12 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.

Committee Collaboration
2026-04-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Crossroads Ministry Center, 2095 West Fair Ave, Lancaster, 43130, United States
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The Marysville Group 54th Anniversary Celebration
2026-05-05 18:30 - 20:30 | FIRSTPRESBYTERIANCHURCH KENNEDYROOM, 210 W 5th St, Marysville, 43040, United States
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The Marysville Group is honored to invite the community to join us as we celebrate 54 years of service. This milestone event is a time for reflection, gratitude, and fellowship as we look back on over five decades of supporting our neighbors.

Event Details

When: Monday, May 5, 2026
Time: 06:30 pm – 08:30 pm
Where: 210 W 5th St, Marysville, Ohio 43040

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2026 Ohio State Convention Planning Committee Meeting (Hybrid) - May 12
2026-05-12 19:00 | Shelly & Sands Learning Safety and Training Center, 4330 South River Rd, Zanesville, OH, 43701, United States
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This Meeting is Hybrid
When: May 12th 2026 at 7:00 PM
Location: Shelly and Sands Training Center
4330 South River Rd
Zanesville, OH 43701 United States
Ohio State Convention Planning Committee Meeting
Tuesday, May 12 · 7:00 – 8:00pm
Time zone: America/New_York
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/fsg-bgbr-ozt
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 443-402-5731‬ PIN: ‪777 929 053‬#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/fsg-bgbr-ozt?pin=1160643222858

OYPAA Advisory: Mid-ish Year Campout
2026-05-29 15:00 - 2026-05-31 17:00 | Hocking Hills State Park, 19852 SR-664, Logan, 43138, United States
OYPAA Advisory: Mid-ish Year Campout
Join us for a weekend of unity, recovery, and adventure in the heart of Ohio’s most scenic wilderness! The OYPAA Advisory Mid-ish Year Campout is heading to Hocking Hills this May for three days of fellowship under the stars.
Whether you’re here for the meetings, the hiking, or the legendary games of Mafia, there’s a spot by the fire for you.

When & Where

Dates: May 29-31, 2026
Location: Hocking Hills State Park
Check-in: Friday after 3:00 PM
Parking Pass Pickup: 19852 SR-664, Logan, OH 43138
Campsites: Follow the map to Organized Youth Group Sites 11, 12, & 13.

What to Expect
Get ready for a packed weekend featuring:

Outdoor Fun: Hiking, Scavenger Hunts, and Stargazing.
Connection: Fellowship, Bonfires, S’mores, and “IRL OYPAA Connect.”
Recovery & Unity: Meetings and focused fellowship.
Entertainment: Silent Disco and Mafia games.

Registration & Details

Suggested Donation: $20
What to Bring: Camping gear, weather-appropriate clothing, and your favorite snacks for the fire.

Questions? Reach out to us at advisory@oypaa.org.

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Area 53 Assembly June 2026
2026-06-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Crossroads Ministry Center, 2095 West Fair Ave, Lancaster, 43130, United States
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.
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 September.
If you have any questions specifically regarding the potluck,

please contact Maria C at dcmc@area53aa.org.

Key Agenda Items

TBD

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 Ohio State Convention Flyers
Elections Officer Descriptions for the next assembly.

Meeting Details

Date: Sunday, June 7th 2026.
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Crossroads Ministry Center, 2095 W Fair Ave, Lancaster, OH 43130

Friday Night Colonial Group 77th Anniversary Celebration
2026-06-19 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 320 2nd St, Marietta, WV, 45750, United States
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07:00 pm
09:00 pm
06/19/2026
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
320 2nd St
Marietta
West Virginia

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The group will be providing pulled pork sandwiches, coffee, lemonade, and cake. Side dishes are appreciated but not required.
For easier access, please enter through the rear parking lot off 3rd Street. We will also have a great speaker and hope to see you there!

Lancaster Area Intergroup 25th Anniversary
2026-06-27 13:00 - 19:00 | Saint Mary of the Assumption – Emerald Campus, 324 Gay St, Lancaster, 43130, United States
Lancaster Area Intergroup 25th Anniversary
05/27/2026
01:00 pm – 07:00 pm
324 Gay St
Lancaster, Ohio 43130
Taco bar and dessert auction! Bring a side dish and a dessert for the auction or to eat!

Red, White and Sober - District 28
2026-07-04 15:00 - 19:00 | Trinity United Church of Christ, 1180 Shanley Dr, Columbus, OH, 43224, United States
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Celebrate Independence Day with fellowship, food, and fun! District 28 is thrilled to invite you to the 5th Annual Red, White and Sober celebration.
Whether you’re new to the program or have years of recovery, this is the perfect opportunity to connect, share some laughs, and enjoy a safe, sober, and vibrant Fourth of July.
Here is everything you need to know to join the festivities:
The Game Plan

3:00 PM – AA Trivia & Prizes: Kick off the afternoon by testing your recovery knowledge. We’ve got great trivia and awesome prizes up for grabs!
4:00 PM – The Cookout: Fire up the grill! We’ll be serving up classic cookout fare.
5:45 PM – Speaker Meeting: Wrap up the event by diving into some powerful recovery experience, strength, and hope.

Where & When

Date: Saturday, July 4th, 2026
Location: 1180 Shanley Drive

What to Bring
To help make the day a success, please remember to bring:

A lawn chair (for comfortable seating during the meeting and cookout).
A side dish to share with the group (think chips, potato salad, desserts, or your favorite summer side!).

Hosted by District 28. Come for the trivia, stay for the food, and leave with a full heart. We can’t wait to celebrate freedom in recovery with you!

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Area Planning Committee July 12 2026
2026-07-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2930 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH, 43204, United States

12 Traditions 1 Day Workshop
2026-07-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Bethel Lutheran Church, 4501 Hoover Rd, Grove City, 43123, United States
Bethel Lutheran Church
4501 Hoover Rd
Hilliard, Ohio 43026 United States
1 day workshop about the 12 Traditions. Potluck lunch at noon.
Food and fellowship.

District 11 Party Event
2026-08-01 14:00 - 17:00 | Church of the Nazarene, 1126 N Maple St., Marysville, Ohio, 43040
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District 11 Party Event
Date & Time: Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: Church of the Nazarene, 1126 N. Maple St., Marysville
Highlights & Activities
Speakers: 4 speakers going through the 12 Steps
Games: Cornhole, cards, and other games Food & Refreshments: Potluck style (bring a friend!); meat and drinks will be provided by the district

Woodsfield Big Book Study 44th Anniversary
2026-08-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Woodsfield Church of the Nazarene, 223 Maple Ave., Woodsfield, OH, 43793, United States
Woodsfield Big Book Study 44th Anniversary
11:00 am
03:00 pm
08/08/2026
Woodsfield Church of the Nazarene
223 Maple Ave
Woodsfield, Ohio43793 United States
Lead = Nichole C from Trinity UCC, Canton, OH

70th Ohio State Convention of AA
2026-08-14 15:00 - 2026-08-16 12:00 | Private: Cherry Valley Hotel, 2999 Cherry Valley Rd, Newark, OH, 43055, United States

Primary Purpose Group Poker Run
2026-08-22 09:00 - 22:00 | Octagon Shelter, 801 Truxell Rd, Peninsula, 44264, United States
Event Summary

Event Name: Primary Purpose Group Poker Run
Date & Time: Saturday, August 22, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM (First bike out at 10:00 AM)
Location: Octagon Shelter, 801 Truxell Rd, Peninsula, OH 44264
Cost: $30 per bike

Highlights & Details

Purpose: All proceeds go to support General Service
Activities: Scenic rides, prizes, raffles, fellowship, and dinner provided
Contact: Shawn K. at 1-330-604-7375

Pleasant Valley Group 80th Anniversary Celebration Hog Roast
2026-08-22 11:00 - 15:30 | Mason County WV Farm Museum, 1458 Fairground Road, Point Pleasant, WV, 25550
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Event Summary

Event Name: Pleasant Valley Group 80th Anniversary Celebration Hog Roast
Date & Time: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Fellowship Starts: 11:00 AM
Food Served: 12:30 PM
Speaker: 2:00 PM
Location: Mason County WV Farm Museum, 1458 Fairground Road, Point Pleasant, WV 25550 (Located 4 miles north of Point Pleasant, 7 miles south of Mason, off Route 62 across from the Mason County Fairgrounds)

Highlights & Details

Featured Speaker:
Roosevelt M. from Akron, OH
Food & Refreshments: Hog roast provided; attendees are asked to bring a covered dish or dessert
Venue Amenities: Air-conditioned meeting and dining hall, handicap accessible

Area 53 Elections Assembly (Panel 77)
2026-09-13 10:00 - 16:00
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Area 53 Service Announcement

Why Do We Need an Area Assembly?

In the opening pages of The A.A. Service Manual, a powerful question is asked: Why do we need a Conference? The answer reminds us:

“We may not need a General Service Conference to ensure our own recovery. We do need it to ensure the recovery of the alcoholic who still stumbles in the darkness one short block from this room. We need it to ensure the recovery of a child being born tonight, destined for alcoholism. We need it to provide, in keeping with our Twelfth Step, a permanent haven for all alcoholics who, in the ages ahead, can find in A.A. that rebirth that brought us back to life.”

This fellowship gave us back our breath, our families, and our very lives when we had nothing left. It stands today as a living miracle of God’s grace, built by the loving hands and humble sacrifices of those who walked this path before us. Now, the quiet responsibility of this sacred inheritance rests gently with us. As our Area elections approach this September, we need members who are ready to keep that unbroken chain of love moving forward.
General service is a heartfelt invitation to come all the way in and sit all the way down in the home that saved us. Standing for an Area position requires no expertise-only a humble heart and a willingness to say “yes” to the still-suffering alcoholic. If you are ready to give back a fraction of what you have been so freely given, please step forward, trust in a Power greater than ourselves, and make yourself available to serve the future of Area 53.

In Love and Service,
Kyle M.
Area 53 / Panel 75 • Alternate Chair
Upcoming: Area Elections • September

Correctional Facilities Committee Workshop
2026-10-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Peace Lutheran Church, 455 Clark State Rd, Gahanna, Ohio, 43230
Correctional Facilities Committee Workshop
10:00 am – 02:00 pm
10/03/2026
Peace Lutheran Church
455 Clark State Rd
Gahanna, Ohio 43230 United States

Grapevine Committee Writers Workshop
2026-10-17 10:30 - 13:30 | Eastview Methodist Church, 1045 Ross Rd., Columbus, 43227, United States
Area 53 Grapevine Committee Presents:
Annual AA Grapevine Workshop
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Eastview Methodist Church
1045 Ross R. Columbus, OH 43227
Potluck, Panels, Speakers
Bring a dish and a friend!!
This committee will provide water and coffee.
grapevine@area53aa.org
