Area 53 AA

Lancaster Area Intergroup 24th Anniversary
2025-06-14 14:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Lancaster Area Intergroup, 723 Slocum Ave, Lancaster, 43130, United States
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Grapevine Committee Monthly Meeting- June 2025
2025-06-14 11:00 - 12:00 | COGF, 645 W. Broad St., Columbus, 43215, United States
The Grapevine Committee assists groups in Area 53 with the distribution and introduction of the AA Grapevine magazine. The Committee attends events in the area informing members about the Grapevine through displays and other suitable methods, regarding all available Grapevine publications, audio-visual materials, and other special items.
All GVRs are encouraged to attend the committee meeting.
The committee meets on the 1st Saturday of every month at 11 am.
COGF, 651 W. Broad St., Columbus OH 43215
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Area 53 Assembly June 2025
2025-06-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Crossroads Ministry Center, 2095 West Fair Ave, Lancaster, 43130, 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.

Area 53 Assembly: Exciting News! We’re Moving to Lancaster!

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Get ready, Area 53! We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new chapter for our Assembly business meetings! We’ve found a wonderful new home in Lancaster, Ohio, a location we believe will foster even greater fellowship and enhance the vital work we do together.

Why Lancaster? It’s All About Connection!
With deep gratitude, we look forward to welcoming you to our upcoming Assembly in June in the warm and inviting atmosphere of Lancaster. We are conﬁdent this move will provide a space for our collective growth and spiritual connection.
We’re making this move to bring our incredible Area 53 community closer together! This super central location oﬀers easier access for so many of our members, opening up fantastic possibilities for increased connection and collaboration.

District 12 Spring
2025-05-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Snyder Park Springfield Ohio, 1900 park st, Springfield, OH, 45504

Old Timers Panel - District 30
2025-05-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Meadow Park Church, 2425 Bethel Road, Columbus, OH, 43226, United States
Join Us for the 2nd Annual District 30 Old Timers Panel!
We’re thrilled to announce the 2nd Annual District 30 Old Timers Panel, a fantastic opportunity to hear stories and wisdom from our experienced members. Come and connect with fellow attendees and learn from their journeys.
Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location: 2425 Bethel Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220
Please bring a side dish to share! This is a potluck-style event, so bring your favorite dish to contribute to a delicious community meal.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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District 34 Spring Picnic 2025 - May 17
2025-05-17 10:30 - 14:00 | Westgate Park Open Shelter, 3237 Wicklow Rd #3181, Columbus, 43204, United States
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District 34 Spring Picnic 2025
Theme: “Service Outside the Homegroup”
Date: Saturday, May 17th, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Westgate Park Open Shelter, Columbus, Ohio
Food Provided:

Hotdogs
Hamburgers
Chips
Soda
Water

Potluck: Please bring a side dish to share.
Activities:

Fellowship
50/50 Raffle
Games
Fun

Purpose: Explore the many opportunities for service work within our AA community.
Bring: Your family and a side dish to share!

District 15 Spring Workshop - May 17
2025-05-17 10:00 - 14:00 | First Presbyterian Church – Marietta, 201 4th Street, Marietta, 45750
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District 15 Spring Workshop – All Welcome!
Join us for the District 15 Spring Workshop!
Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Marietta First Presbyterian Church 501 Fourth St Marietta, OH 45750 [Link to Google Maps or other map service for the location]
You are invited to attend! This workshop is open to everyone interested in learning more about the vital aspects of Alcoholics Anonymous.
What to Expect:

Topic: “The Three Legacies: Recovery, Service, Unity” – Explore these foundational principles of AA and their importance in our fellowship.
Featured Speakers:

Area 53 Delegate Report by Joel K.
Insights on the Benefits of District Service from District Officers. For more information, you can contact them at DCM15@area53aa.org
Lunch: We’ll be providing Burgers and Hot Dogs. We also welcome and appreciate any covered dish sides and desserts you’d like to bring and share!

Benefiting: This workshop aims to support every alcoholic in recovery and help those who are still seeking a solution.
We look forward to seeing you there!

District 22 Movie & Chili Cook-off
2025-05-10 12:00 - 15:00 | Hilliard United Methodist Church, 5445 Scioto Darby Rd, Hilliard, 43026, United States
● 12pm – Chili chef prep● 12:30pm – Food & fellowship● 1pm – Winner announced● Bring sides & snacks to share● *Bowls, utensils, plates, napkins,water & coffee provided.Movie – “My Name is Bill W.”● Rated PG● 1 hour 40 minute durationFood Sign Up● https://shorturl.at/8E5hz● For questions contact your GSR● Family and friends welcome● Onsite babysitting not available
Phone melisa.darnieder@gmail.com (614) 327-2801
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Bexley Discussion Group's 35th Anniversary - May 7
2025-05-07 18:30 - 20:00 | Bexley United Methodist Church, 2657 E Broad St, Bexley, 43209, United States
Celebrate with the Bexley Discussion Group!
Join us for a special celebration of the Bexley Discussion Group’s 35th Anniversary on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025.

What: Bexley Discussion Group 35th Anniversary
Where: 2657 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43209-2945
When: Food and fellowship at 6:30 PM, followed by an open speaker meeting at 7:00 PM.

For more information, contact becky.area53@gmail.com

New Beginnings 38th Group Anniversary
2025-04-28 18:15 - 21:00 | Church of the Nazarene, 1126 N Maple St., Marysville, Ohio, 43040
New Beginnings 38th Anniversary: A Night of Celebration
We invite you to join us as we commemorate 38 years of support, growth, and new beginnings. This anniversary event will feature a delightful evening of:

Heartwarming fellowship
Delicious food
Engaging activities

We welcome all members and friends to celebrate this milestone with us.

Date: Monday, April 28, 2025
Time: 6:15 PM to 9:30 PM
Location: 1126 North Maple Street, Marysville, OH 43040
For more information, please contact: byork57@yahoo.com

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Grant us the Laughter 16th Anniversary - April 25th
2025-04-25 18:30 - 21:00 | Indianola Presbyterian Church, 1970 Waldeck Ave., Columbus, OH, 43201
Download Flyer You’re Invited! Celebrate with Us at “Grant Us The Laughter”! We’re thrilled to invite you to our anniversary celebration, Grant Us The Laughter, on April 25, 2025. Come and share in the joy and memories! The doors will open at 6:30 PM, and our featured speaker will begin at 7:30 PM. We can’t wait to see you at: Indianola Presbyterian Church 1970 Waldeck Ave, Columbus, OH 43201

Area Planning Committee April 13
2025-04-13 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 or 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.

DCM Meeting
2025-04-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2930 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH, 43204, United States

Area 54 Mini Conference 2025
2025-03-28 19:00 - 2025-03-30 14:00 | Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland, 15471 Royalton Rd, Strogsville, 44136, United States
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Area 55 Mini Conference 2025
2025-03-21 - 2025-03-22 | First United Methodist Church, 1526 E Wooster St, Bowling Green, 43402, United States
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Area 56 Mini Conference 2025
2025-03-14 15:00 - 2025-03-16 12:00 | Hope Hotel, 10823 Chidlaw Rd unit 823, Dayton, 45433, United States
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Area 53 Assembly March 2025
2025-03-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center, 22300 State Park Road, Mt. Sterling, OH, 43143, United States
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2025 Area 53 Mini Conference
2025-03-07 15:00 - 2025-03-09 15:00 | Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center, 22300 State Park Road, Mt. Sterling, OH, 43143, United States
Online Registration is closed. You can still register for this event in person at the door.

District 10 Meeting
2025-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Kroger, 6417 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center, 43035, United States
Group GSR’s and anyone interested in service work at the Group, District, and/or Area level should consider attending this meeting. District meetings will occur regularly on the first Wednesday of every month, beginning in March at the location above. This is where information at the group level is exchanged with other groups, representing District 10, to Area 53 and further information from Area 53 passed onto GSR’s at the group level to share with members attending AA meetings.
Kroger, 6417 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center, OH 43035, USA

Early Evening Faith and Hope Group 34th Anniversary Celebration!
2025-02-22 17:30 - 20:00 | Trinity United Church of Christ, 1180 Shanley Dr, Columbus, OH, 43224, United States
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:

Food: We’ll have pizza and a potluck! Please bring your favorite side dish to share.
Fellowship: Connect with friends and members of the Early Evening Faith and Hope Group.
AA Speaker: A special AA speaker (TBD) will share their story at 7:00 PM.

Come celebrate with us! All are welcome.

Intergroup Liaison Committee Meeting
2025-02-20 14:30 - 15:30 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83643249018?pwd=[REDACTED]
Topic: Inter group liaison committee meeting
Time: Feb 20, 2025 02:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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New Freedom Anniversary Breakfast - Feb 17 2025
2025-02-17 07:15 - 09:30 | Dublin Community Church, 81 West Bridge Street, Dublin, Ohio, 43017
We invite you to celebrate with us at the New Freedom Anniversary Breakfast!
Date: Sunday, February 17th, 2025
Time: 7:15 AM
Location: 85 W. Bridge Street, Dublin, Ohio 43017
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, reconnect with friends, and hear from special guest speaker, Matt W.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
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Area 53 Archives Committee Workshop - Feb 15th 2025
2025-02-15 10:00 - 12:30 | Peace Lutheran Church, 455 Clark State Rd, Gahanna, Ohio, 43230
Area 53 Archives Committee Workshop
Time: 10:00 am 12:30 pm
Date: 02/15/2025
Location:
Peace Lutheran Church
455 Clark State Road
Gahanna, Ohio, 43230
Coffee and refreshments will be served. This is a free event, and all AA members are welcome. The workshop will focus on the following:

Markings on the Journey, the GSO Archives Film.
Purpose and Activities of the Area 53 Archives Committee, Teri G presenter.
Hank P. and the Big Book, A PowerPoint Presentation, Chris J presenter.

Phone tlgardner7@yahoo.com (614) 432-5437 9:00 am

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Test Hybrid Meeting
2025-02-14 04:30 - 05:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87126774685?pwd=[REDACTED]

Register for Rooms Mini Conference
2025-02-07 08:00 - 23:30 | Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center, 22300 State Park Road, Mt. Sterling, OH, 43143, United States
Last Day to register for rooms for the 2025 Area 53 Mini Conference.

Call Deer Creek

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District 19 Three Legacies Workshop
2025-02-01 10:00 - 15:00 | All Saints Church, 733 State Rte 41,, Washington Court House, OH, 43160, United States
Join District 19 for the Three Legacies Workshop.
Featuring Speakers Howie H & John C
When: February 1, 2025
Time: 10 AM – 3 PM
Where: 733 State Route 41 SW, Washington Courthouse, OH 43160
Contact JP with questions: (513) 207-2113

Archives Committee Meeting
2025-01-25 09:00 - 10:00 | OH
Mission Statement
The Area 53 Archives Committee works to aid groups, districts and the Area Committees in preserving our AA story. This includes maintaining a repository of valuable artifacts and records from our past and present to ensure the integrity of the Area 53 history.
Our Collection
Holdings of the Area 53 Archives Committee include the the physical collection of Area 53 documents, speaker recordings, and memorabilia as well as online oral histories. We are guided in this work by resources from the AA General Service Office and the National AA Archives Workshop.
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Area Planning Committee Meeting
2025-01-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2930 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH, 43204, United States
Join us for the Area Planing Committee Meeting.
When: January 12th 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where:
Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church

2930 West Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43204

DCM Meeting Jan 12th 2025
2025-01-12 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 12th 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where:
Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church

2930 West Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43204

OYPAA - XLII New Years Eve Party
2024-12-31 21:00 - 2025-01-01 00:00 | Indianola Presbyterian Church, 1970 Waldeck Ave., Columbus, OH, 43201
