BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Area 53 AA - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Area 53 AA 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:20260207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T110000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20250215T071306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T071306Z UID:10001891-1770458400-1770462000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 1 Meeting DESCRIPTION:District 1 meetings are held every other (even months) 1st Saturday of the month at 10:00 AM. \n440 South St. Paris Street\nBellefontaine OH 43311 URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-1-meeting/2026-02-07/ LOCATION:Recovery Zone\, 440 South St. Paris Street\, Bellefontaine\, 43311\, United States CATEGORIES:Monthly District Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="District 1":MAILTO:dcm01@area53aa.org GEO:40.3573329;-83.7743358 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Recovery Zone 440 South St. Paris Street Bellefontaine 43311 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=440 South St. Paris Street:geo:-83.7743358,40.3573329 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20260112T171816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T172703Z UID:10003818-1769625000-1769630400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:2026 Ohio State Convention Planning Committee Meeting (Hybrid) DESCRIPTION:This Meeting is Hybrid \n When: January 28th 2026 at 6:30 PM \n Location: Shelly and Sands Training Center \n4330 South River Rd\nZanesville\, OH 43701 United States\n \n Get Directions\n \n \n Join Zoom Meeting\n \n Area 53 is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: 2026 Ohio State Convention Planning Committee (Hybrid)\nTime: Jan 28\, 2026 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83964472616?pwd=p0NKZ7cCmdFe2fJ8Q08D09HlJHbuFl.1\nMeeting ID: 839 6447 2616\nPasscode: Area53\n— \nOne tap mobile\n+13126266799\,\,83964472616#\,\,\,\,*708310# US (Chicago)\n+19294362866\,\,83964472616#\,\,\,\,*708310# US (New York)\nJoin instructions\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/83964472616/invitations?signature=a6fT32hbXu1aObqMDnyNU64jYN5Nc3iBp7KJ1pzwYeU URL:https://area53aa.org/event/2026-osc-committee-meeting-hybrid-jan-2026/ LOCATION:Shelly & Sands Learning Safety and Training Center\, 4330 South River Rd\, Zanesville\, OH\, 43701\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="2026 Ohio State Convention Committee":MAILTO:2026OSC@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:20260111T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 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:20260111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 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:20251231T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T220000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 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:20251231T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T230000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20251123T022339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251123T172556Z UID:10003748-1767202200-1767222000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 28 New Years Eve Sober Party DESCRIPTION:Download Flyer\n \n RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH DISTRICT 28\nDinner • Speaker • Dance\nDecember 31\, 2025\n\nFEATURING GUEST SPEAKER: DEE H.\nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS:\n\n5:30 PM: Fellowship & Doors Open\n6:00 PM: Dinner Served\n7:30 PM: Speaker Meeting (Lead)\n9:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Dance the Night Away\n\n\nLOCATION: Central Vineyard Church 55 E Blake Ave Columbus\, OH URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-28-nye/ LOCATION:Central Vineyard Church\, 55 E Blake Ave\, Columbus\, 43202\, United States CATEGORIES:District Events ORGANIZER;CN="District 28":MAILTO:dcm28@area53aa.org GEO:40.0118086;-83.0088728 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DESCRIPTION:Download Flyer\n \n RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH DISTRICT 28\nDinner • Speaker • Dance\nDecember 31 2025\n\nFEATURING GUEST SPEAKER: DEE H.\nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS:\n\n5:30 PM: Fellowship & Doors Open\n6:00 PM: Dinner Served\n7:30 PM: Speaker Meeting (Lead)\n9:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Dance the Night Away\n\n\n Central Vineyard Church 55 E Blake Ave Columbus OH;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=55 E Blake Ave:geo:-83.0088728,40.0118086 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20251223T142914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T150047Z UID:10003752-1767182400-1767268800@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 26 New Years Eve Alkathon DESCRIPTION:Download Flyer Here\n \n The District 26 New Years Eve Alkathon \n12:00 pm 12/31/2025 \n12:00 pm 01/01/2026 \nReynoldsburg Church-Nazarene \n1340 Crest Rd \nReynoldsburg\, Ohio 43068 \n24 Hour Marathon of 12 Step support and fellowship. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-26-new-years-eve-alkathon/ LOCATION:RayNaz Church\, 1340 Crest Rd.\, Reynoldsburg\, OH\, 43068 CATEGORIES: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:20251224T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251225T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20251223T150802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T151015Z UID:10003753-1766599200-1766685600@area53aa.org SUMMARY:The Ranch Alkathon 2025 DESCRIPTION:Download Flyer\n \n Meetings\, food and fellowship: \nWhen Christmas Eve to Christmas Day \n12/24/2025 – /12/25/2025 \n6:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nLocation: The Ranch \nCentral College Presbyterian Church \n901 S. Sunbury Rd \nWesterville\, OH 43081 URL:https://area53aa.org/event/the-ranch-alkathon-2025/ LOCATION:The Ranch\, 901 S. Sunbury Rd\, Westerville\, 43081\, United States CATEGORIES:AA Event GEO:40.1014147;-82.8893696 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Ranch 901 S. Sunbury Rd Westerville 43081 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=901 S. Sunbury Rd:geo:-82.8893696,40.1014147 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 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:20251211T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T210000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 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:20251127T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T110000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20251012T111244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T111244Z UID:10003622-1764230400-1764241200@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Gratitude Breakfast & Tickathon DESCRIPTION: URL:https://area53aa.org/event/thanksgiving-gratitude-breakfast-tickathon-2/ LOCATION:St. Luke’s Episcopal Church\, 320 2nd St\, Marietta\, 45750\, United States CATEGORIES:Group Anniversary GEO:39.4168196;-81.4554762 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St. Luke’s Episcopal Church 320 2nd St Marietta 45750 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=320 2nd St:geo:-81.4554762,39.4168196 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T213000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 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/ CATEGORIES:2026 Ohio State Convention General Service,AREA 53 EVENTS ORGANIZER;CN="2026 Ohio State Convention Committee":MAILTO:2026OSC@area53aa.org LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83087616120?pwd=jbsapOnKARia2IgKQA83ML41ZiRCc6.1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T203000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 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:20251103T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20251103T173048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T173650Z UID:10003684-1762156800-1762189200@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 12 Area 53 Yearly Gathering DESCRIPTION:2025 District 12 & Area 53 Yearly Gathering \n\n Join Us for a Day of Fellowship\, Food\, and Fun! \n 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. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nInspiring Speakers: Hear powerful messages and stories from our lineup of interesting speakers.\nDelicious Food: Enjoy a complimentary potato bar complete with all the fixings and a fresh salad.\nFun & Prizes: Get ready for our entertaining “Answer & Win” challenge! Between speakers\, you’ll have the chance to answer questions and win great prizes.\n\nAdmission: This is a free event for all to attend. Contributions are welcome and gratefully accepted. \n \n Directions URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-12-area-53-yearly-gathering/ LOCATION:Covenant Presbyterian Church\, 201 North Limestone Street\, Springfield\, 45503\, United States CATEGORIES:District Events ORGANIZER;CN="District 12":MAILTO:dcm12@area53aa.org GEO:39.9276354;-83.8084326 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Covenant Presbyterian Church 201 North Limestone Street Springfield 45503 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=201 North Limestone Street:geo:-83.8084326,39.9276354 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T150000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20251024T152650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T153218Z UID:10003682-1762084800-1762095600@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Archives Open House DESCRIPTION:Area 53 Archives Committee and Central Ohio Group Fellowship will be hosting an Archives Open House on Sunday\, November 2 from 10 AM until 2 PM. This event\, hosted in the COGF meeting room at 645 West Broad Street\, will be held in conjunction with the 76th anniversary of COGF. \nThe Archives Open House will provide a wonderful opportunity for members to view a large variety of items dating back to the earliest state of fellowship and its establishment in the communities of Area 53. Archivists and well-informed members will be on hand to share how these items tell the story of how early members labored to carry AA’s message of hope for recovery from alcoholism throughout Central and Southeast Ohio and beyond. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/archives-open-house/ LOCATION:COGF\, 645 W. Broad St.\, Columbus\, 43215\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 Committee Workshops,Intergroup Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://area53aa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/COGF-Archives.png ORGANIZER;CN="Central Ohio Group Fellowship":MAILTO:cogf@aacentralohio.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;VALUE=DATE:20251031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20250929T142337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T142721Z UID:10003550-1761868800-1762127999@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Fellowship of the Spirit Midwest DESCRIPTION:*THIS IS NOT AN AREA 53 GENERAL SERVICE EVENT* \n \nDates: October 31\, 2025-November 2\, 2025\nName: Fellowship of the Spirit Midwest\nLocation: Higher Ground Retreat and Conference Center\n3820 Logan Creek Drive\nWest Harrison\, IN 47060\nWebsite: http://www.FOTSMidwest.org\nEmail: fots.midwest@gmail.com URL:https://area53aa.org/event/fellowship-of-the-spirit-midwest/ LOCATION:Higher Ground Retreat and Conference Center\, 3820 Logan Creek Drive\, West Harrison\, IN\, 47060\, United States GEO:39.2788285;-84.8926821 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Higher Ground Retreat and Conference Center 3820 Logan Creek Drive West Harrison IN 47060 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3820 Logan Creek Drive:geo:-84.8926821,39.2788285 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T210000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20250812T005241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T130913Z UID:10003416-1761411600-1761426000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Stay Sober for October - District 28 DESCRIPTION:Download Flyer\n \n Stay Sober for October – 4th AnnualHosted by District 28\nWhen: Saturday\, October 25\, 2025\, 5:00-9:00 PMWhere: Christian Assembly ChurchWho: Open to all – newcomers\, long-timers\, family\, and friends are welcome.\nWhat to ExpectJoin District 28 for our 4th Annual “Stay Sober for October” event – an evening of fellowship\, encouragement\, and connection. Come for Dance off\, Costume Contest\, GSR School\, 7th Tradition Workshop\, Potluck and fellwoship\, and stay for the sobriety countdown.\nSchedule• Doors open: 5:00 PM• Wrap-up: 9:00 PM\nContact: Kathy C dcm28@Area53aa.org\nLet’s celebrate recovery and support for one another – one day at a time. See you on October 25th! URL:https://area53aa.org/event/stay-sober-for-october-district-28/ LOCATION:Christian Assembly Church\, 4099 Karl Rd\, Columbus\, 43224\, United States CATEGORIES:District Events ORGANIZER;CN="District 28":MAILTO:dcm28@area53aa.org GEO:40.0515572;-82.9782409 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Christian Assembly Church 4099 Karl Rd Columbus 43224 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4099 Karl Rd:geo:-82.9782409,40.0515572 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T190000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20250929T135608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T151515Z UID:10003549-1760891400-1760900400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Good Samaritan Group of AA 60th Anniversary DESCRIPTION: URL:https://area53aa.org/event/good-samaritan-group-of-aa-60th-anniversary/ LOCATION:Rehoboth Temple Church of Christ\, 1111 East Long St.\, Columbus\, 43203\, United States CATEGORIES:Group Anniversary GEO:39.9680756;-82.9715357 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rehoboth Temple Church of Christ 1111 East Long St. Columbus 43203 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1111 East Long St.:geo:-82.9715357,39.9680756 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T203000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20250929T143155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T151506Z UID:10003551-1760806800-1760819400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Mad River Group Chili Cookoff DESCRIPTION:AA chili cook off\n05:00 pm 08:30 pm\n10/18/2025\nPresbyterian Church\, 116 W. Court St. Urbana\, Ohio 43078 United States \nBring your Best Recipe and win cash!!\nBring a dessert or side if you please!\nFellowship and fun before during and after!\n$1 bills to vote for the People’s Choice!\n25 cents to taste each entry! URL:https://area53aa.org/event/mad-river-group-chili-cookoff/ LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 116 W Court St\, Urbana\, 43078\, United States GEO:40.1095522;-83.7534648 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=First Presbyterian Church 116 W Court St Urbana 43078 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=116 W Court St:geo:-83.7534648,40.1095522 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20250922T132155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T151500Z UID:10003547-1760778000-1760792400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 22 Sponsorship Workshop (Steps 6-12) DESCRIPTION:Sponsorship Workshop\nAre you ready to give back and help others on their path to recovery? Join us for an essential workshop designed to equip you with the tools\, problem-solving techniques\, and best practices for becoming a great sponsor. This two-part workshop is an interactive and in-depth experience\, with time for both small and larger group discussions.\nWho Should Attend? This workshop is intended for AA Members within District 22 who have completed or are close to completing the 12 Steps and have gained alignment with their sponsor. This is for those who are on the path to becoming a sponsor soon\, and likely before the next workshop.\nLocation Dublin Community Church 81 W Bridge St\, Dublin\, Ohio 43016\nDates and Times\n• Saturday\, October 11th\, 2025 (Steps 1-5)\no 9:00am – 1:00pm\n• Saturday\, October 18th\, 2025 (Steps 6-12)\no 9:00am – 1:00pm\nRegistration Details Registration is required and space is limited to approximately 50 people. Please register by September 28th\, 2025.\nYou can register through the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4BA8A62BA31-57835115-sponsorship\nA QR code will also be available on the sign-up page.\nPre-work Participants will be asked to complete a survey after registration. More details will be provided upon sign-up.\nWe look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-22-sponsorship-workshop-steps-6-12/ LOCATION:Dublin Community Church\, 81 West Bridge Street\, Dublin\, Ohio\, 43017 CATEGORIES:District Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://area53aa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/D22.png ORGANIZER;CN="District 22":MAILTO:dcm22@area53aa.org 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:20251012T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 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:20251011T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20250811T162104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T162244Z UID:10003415-1760184000-1760202000@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 21 Picnic DESCRIPTION: URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-21-picnic/ LOCATION:Earl Thomas Conley Riverside Park\, 15888 US-52\, West Portsmouth\, 45663\, United States CATEGORIES:District Events ORGANIZER;CN="District 21":MAILTO:dcm21@area53aa.org GEO:38.7180579;-83.0472153 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Earl Thomas Conley Riverside Park 15888 US-52 West Portsmouth 45663 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=15888 US-52:geo:-83.0472153,38.7180579 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20250922T131641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T151448Z UID:10003546-1760173200-1760187600@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 22 Sponsorship Workshop (Steps 1-5) DESCRIPTION:Sponsorship Workshop \n\n Sponsorship Workshop \n Are you ready to give back and help others on their path to recovery? Join us for an essential workshop designed to equip you with the tools\, problem-solving techniques\, and best practices for becoming a great sponsor. This two-part workshop is an interactive and in-depth experience\, with time for both small and larger group discussions.\nWho Should Attend? This workshop is intended for AA Members within District 22 who have completed or are close to completing the 12 Steps and have gained alignment with their sponsor. This is for those who are on the path to becoming a sponsor soon\, and likely before the next workshop.\nLocation Dublin Community Church 81 W Bridge St\, Dublin\, Ohio 43016\nDates and Times\n• Saturday\, October 11th\, 2025 (Steps 1-5)\no 9:00am – 1:00pm\n• Saturday\, October 18th\, 2025 (Steps 6-12)\no 9:00am – 1:00pm\nRegistration Details Registration is required and space is limited to approximately 50 people. Please register by September 28th\, 2025.\nYou can register through the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4BA8A62BA31-57835115-sponsorship\nA QR code will also be available on the sign-up page.\nPre-work Participants will be asked to complete a survey after registration. More details will be provided upon sign-up.\nWe look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-22-sponsorship-workshop-steps-1-5/ LOCATION:Dublin Community Church\, 81 West Bridge Street\, Dublin\, Ohio\, 43017 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://area53aa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/D22.png ORGANIZER;CN="District 22":MAILTO:dcm22@area53aa.org 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:20251007T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 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:20250927T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20250603T153151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T153151Z UID:10003327-1758967200-1758981600@area53aa.org SUMMARY:District 26 - Rule 62 Picnic DESCRIPTION:District 26 / Rule 62 Picnic at \nHanna Park 10:00 am 02:00 pm \n09/27/2025 6547 \nClark State Road \nGahanna\, Ohio 43230 United States \nThe Rule 62 Picnic – Theme: The Magic of Recovery. Join together to share a meal\, and possibly share your story of how you have experienced the promises\, experience\, strength and hope in the the program and life. Bring a covered dish\, snack or a something special to share. Games\, Bingo\, Jumbo Jenga and more. A flyer is pending. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/district-26-rule-62-picnic/ LOCATION:Hannah Park\, 6547 Clark State Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="District 26":MAILTO:dcm26@area53aa.org GEO:40.0420532;-82.8187299 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hannah Park 6547 Clark State Road Blacklick OH 43004 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6547 Clark State Road:geo:-82.8187299,40.0420532 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T230000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 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:20250920T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T190000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20250811T160204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T160350Z UID:10003414-1758380400-1758394800@area53aa.org SUMMARY:LIA Ride for Sobriety DESCRIPTION:FELLOWSHIP @3PM\nDINNER @4PM\nA.A. SPEAKER @5PM\nSEPTEMBER 20TH \n723 SLOCUM AVE LANCASTER\, OHIO \nWWW.LANCASTERAREAINTERGROUP.ORG URL:https://area53aa.org/event/lia-ride-for-sobriety/ LOCATION:Lancaster Area Intergroup\, 723 Slocum Ave\, Lancaster\, 43130\, United States CATEGORIES:Intergroup Event GEO:39.7222571;-82.6130773 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lancaster Area Intergroup 723 Slocum Ave Lancaster 43130 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=723 Slocum Ave:geo:-82.6130773,39.7222571 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20250701T111745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T113344Z UID:10003334-1758362400-1758376800@area53aa.org SUMMARY:Corrections Facility Committee Workshop DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to share our 2025 Workshop Flyer with you!\nThe CFC started with just five committed committee members\, and we’re proud to see how far we’ve come.\nThis year\, we’re thrilled to welcome a special guest speaker all the way from Louisville\, Kentucky!\nPlanning for this event began last year\, and we’re deeply grateful for the continued support from Area 53.\nZoom access and pre-registration links can be found on our website.\nJoin us on September 20th at Peace Lutheran Church – we’d love to see you there! URL:https://area53aa.org/event/corrections-facility-committee-workshop/ LOCATION:Peace Lutheran Church\, 455 Clark State Rd\, Gahanna\, Ohio\, 43230 CATEGORIES:Area 53 Committee Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="Area 53 CFC Committee":MAILTO:corrections@area53aa.org 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:20250920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T123000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 CREATED:20250910T181121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T181459Z UID:10003539-1758362400-1758371400@area53aa.org SUMMARY:ANNUAL AA GRAPEVINE WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:Download Flyer Here\n \n SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 20\, 2025\n10:00 AM- 12:30 PM\nEASTVIEW METHODIST CHURCH\n1045 Ross Rd. Columbus\, OH 43227\nPotluck\, Panels\, Speakers\nBring a dish and a friend!!\nThe committee will provide water and coffee. URL:https://area53aa.org/event/annual-aa-grapevine-workshop/ LOCATION:Eastview Methodist Church\, 1045 Ross Rd.\, Columbus\, 43227\, United States CATEGORIES:Area 53 Committee Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="Area 53 Grapevine Committee":MAILTO:grapevine@area53aa.org GEO:39.9541176;-82.8794763 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Eastview Methodist Church 1045 Ross Rd. Columbus 43227 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1045 Ross Rd.:geo:-82.8794763,39.9541176 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T175637 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/ CATEGORIES:AREA 53 EVENTS,Area 53 Mini-Conference ORGANIZER;CN="Area 53 Mini-Conference Committee":MAILTO:altdelegate@area53aa.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR