DCM Meeting - Jan 2026
2026-01-11 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 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

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.

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 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.

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

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

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.

Directions

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

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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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 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.

Directions

Archives Open House
2025-11-02 12:00 - 15:00 | COGF, 645 W. Broad St., Columbus, 43215, United States
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.
The 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.

Fellowship of the Spirit Midwest
2025-10-31 - 2025-11-02 | Higher Ground Retreat and Conference Center, 3820 Logan Creek Drive, West Harrison, IN, 47060, United States
*THIS IS NOT AN AREA 53 GENERAL SERVICE EVENT*

Dates: October 31, 2025-November 2, 2025
Name: Fellowship of the Spirit Midwest
Location: Higher Ground Retreat and Conference Center
3820 Logan Creek Drive
West Harrison, IN 47060
Website: http://www.FOTSMidwest.org
Email: fots.midwest@gmail.com

Stay Sober for October - District 28
2025-10-25 17:00 - 21:00 | Christian Assembly Church, 4099 Karl Rd, Columbus, 43224, United States
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Stay Sober for October – 4th AnnualHosted by District 28
When: Saturday, October 25, 2025, 5:00-9:00 PMWhere: Christian Assembly ChurchWho: Open to all – newcomers, long-timers, family, and friends are welcome.
What 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.
Schedule• Doors open: 5:00 PM• Wrap-up: 9:00 PM
Contact: Kathy C dcm28@Area53aa.org
Let’s celebrate recovery and support for one another – one day at a time. See you on October 25th!

Good Samaritan Group of AA 60th Anniversary
2025-10-19 16:30 - 19:00 | Rehoboth Temple Church of Christ, 1111 East Long St., Columbus, 43203, United States

Mad River Group Chili Cookoff
2025-10-18 17:00 - 20:30 | First Presbyterian Church, 116 W Court St, Urbana, 43078, United States
AA chili cook off
05:00 pm 08:30 pm
10/18/2025
Presbyterian Church, 116 W. Court St. Urbana, Ohio 43078 United States
Bring your Best Recipe and win cash!!
Bring a dessert or side if you please!
Fellowship and fun before during and after!
$1 bills to vote for the People’s Choice!
25 cents to taste each entry!

District 22 Sponsorship Workshop (Steps 6-12)
2025-10-18 09:00 - 13:00 | Dublin Community Church, 81 West Bridge Street, Dublin, Ohio, 43017
Sponsorship Workshop
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.
Who 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.
Location Dublin Community Church 81 W Bridge St, Dublin, Ohio 43016
Dates and Times
• Saturday, October 11th, 2025 (Steps 1-5)
o 9:00am – 1:00pm
• Saturday, October 18th, 2025 (Steps 6-12)
o 9:00am – 1:00pm
Registration Details Registration is required and space is limited to approximately 50 people. Please register by September 28th, 2025.
You can register through the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4BA8A62BA31-57835115-sponsorship
A QR code will also be available on the sign-up page.
Pre-work Participants will be asked to complete a survey after registration. More details will be provided upon sign-up.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Area Planning Committee 10-12-2025
2025-10-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Hoge Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2930 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH, 43204, United States

District 21 Picnic
2025-10-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Earl Thomas Conley Riverside Park, 15888 US-52, West Portsmouth, 45663, United States

District 22 Sponsorship Workshop (Steps 1-5)
2025-10-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Dublin Community Church, 81 West Bridge Street, Dublin, Ohio, 43017
Sponsorship Workshop

Sponsorship Workshop
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.
Who 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.
Location Dublin Community Church 81 W Bridge St, Dublin, Ohio 43016
Dates and Times
• Saturday, October 11th, 2025 (Steps 1-5)
o 9:00am – 1:00pm
• Saturday, October 18th, 2025 (Steps 6-12)
o 9:00am – 1:00pm
Registration Details Registration is required and space is limited to approximately 50 people. Please register by September 28th, 2025.
You can register through the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4BA8A62BA31-57835115-sponsorship
A QR code will also be available on the sign-up page.
Pre-work Participants will be asked to complete a survey after registration. More details will be provided upon sign-up.
We look forward to seeing you there!

State Convention Committee Meeting
2025-10-07 19:00 - 20:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85726174857?pwd=[REDACTED]
Come be a part of planning the 2026 State Convention hosted by Area 53.

Tuesday 10-7-25
7:00pm
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District 26 - Rule 62 Picnic
2025-09-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Hannah Park, 6547 Clark State Road, Blacklick, OH, 43004, United States
District 26 / Rule 62 Picnic at
Hanna Park 10:00 am 02:00 pm
09/27/2025 6547
Clark State Road
Gahanna, Ohio 43230 United States
The 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.

OYPAA - Game Night
2025-09-26 20:30 - 23:00 | Indianola Presbyterian Church, 1970 Waldeck Ave., Columbus, OH, 43201
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LIA Ride for Sobriety
2025-09-20 15:00 - 19:00 | Lancaster Area Intergroup, 723 Slocum Ave, Lancaster, 43130, United States
FELLOWSHIP @3PM
DINNER @4PM
A.A. SPEAKER @5PM
SEPTEMBER 20TH
723 SLOCUM AVE LANCASTER, OHIO
WWW.LANCASTERAREAINTERGROUP.ORG

Corrections Facility Committee Workshop
2025-09-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Peace Lutheran Church, 455 Clark State Rd, Gahanna, Ohio, 43230
We’re excited to share our 2025 Workshop Flyer with you!
The CFC started with just five committed committee members, and we’re proud to see how far we’ve come.
This year, we’re thrilled to welcome a special guest speaker all the way from Louisville, Kentucky!
Planning for this event began last year, and we’re deeply grateful for the continued support from Area 53.
Zoom access and pre-registration links can be found on our website.
Join us on September 20th at Peace Lutheran Church – we’d love to see you there!

ANNUAL AA GRAPEVINE WORKSHOP
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:30 | Eastview Methodist Church, 1045 Ross Rd., Columbus, 43227, United States
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SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 20, 2025
10:00 AM- 12:30 PM
EASTVIEW METHODIST CHURCH
1045 Ross Rd. Columbus, OH 43227
Potluck, Panels, Speakers
Bring a dish and a friend!!
The committee will provide water and coffee.

1st 2026 Mini Conference Planning Committee
2025-09-18 19:00 - 20:00
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!
If you have any questions, please contact Marcia H. at altdelegate@area53aa.org I look forward to seeing you there
Area 53 is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: 2026 Mini Conference committee
Time: Sep 18, 2025 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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In Love and Service,
Marcia H., Alternate Delegate
Area 53 / Panel 75
Central & Southeast Ohio
altdelegate@area53aa.org

Area 53 Assembly September 2025
2025-09-14 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’ve Moved to Lancaster!

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Assembly Documents

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.

OYPAA 42 CONFERENCE
2025-09-12 12:00 - 2025-09-14 12:00 | Wyndham Columbus, 175 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, 43235, United States
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OHIO YOUNG PEOPLE IN AA
(Young at heart, or room to grow spiritually)
​COLUMBUS, OHIO
​SEPT 12 – 14
CONFERENCE DEETS
LOCATION:
Wyndham Columbus
175 Hutchinson Ave. , Columbus Ohio
ROOMS:
We have secured double queen rooms at $109 per night. Make sure to use group code 091225oyp if not already applied.
PROGRAM:
A weekend full of Recovery, Unity & Service! We will have AA speaker meetings, panels and recovery-related workshops throughout the weekend.

Thursday Night Open Lead Meeting Anniversary
2025-09-11 18:00 - 21:00 | CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, 1910 Marietta Rd, Lancaster, OH, 43130, United States
Thursday Night Open Lead
Meeting Anniversary
1910 Marietta Rd Lancaster
Group will provide Pizza and Pop
September 11, 2025
Doors open at 6PM
Eating at 7PM
Meeting at 8PM
Bring a friend and a covered dish
AND HAVE SOME FUN!!!
