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1st Step

First Step presentations given at meeting

12x12

Reading from AA’s 12 Steps and 12 Traditions

Big Book

Reading from AA Big Book

Chips

Medallions celebrating milestones in sobriety are handed out

Closed

Only sex addicts, or those who think they may be sex addicts, can attend these meetings.

Fragrance-Free

Members are requested to not wear fragrances (e.g. perfume or cologne)

Green Book

Readings from the SAA basic text (aka "The Green Book")

Inner Circle

"Inner Circle" behaviors shared at meeting

Mixed

Both men and women are welcome

No F/D

No Food or Drink

Open

Anyone may attend a meeting specifically designated as open

SAA 12 Steps

12 Steps from SAA Green Book

Step Study

12 Steps reading/discussion

New Meeting in Alameda

First Things First meets at 7:15 PM. First Congregational Church of Alameda, 1912 Central Ave. Miracle Room on 2nd Floor at Chestnut Street. Open/mixed

Is Your Other Meeting Missing Out On Announcements?

E-mail ​info@bayareasaa.org​ ​to get on the mailing list & keep your meeting informed.

Prisoner Outreach Seeks Spanish Speaking Writers

Are you someone or do you know someone can translate Spanish? A third party translator might also be able to assist a non-Spanish speaking sponsor in working a Spanish language prisoner. We are interested in translating material to help people work the steps via mail. POC Chair Chuck S - ​Contact: chucksaa1@gmail.com

The ISO Conference Nominating Committee

is looking for at least 25 more service resumes. All applicants will be entered into a raffle to receive a free registration to the 2020 ISO Convention. To apply go to ​www.saa-iso.org​ and look under the “International Service” link in the left hand menu. All resumes should be ​emailed to ​info@saa-recovery.org​ ​or Mailed to: Nominating Committee, ISO, PO Box 70949, Houston, TX 77270

The Conference Steering Committee (CSC)

is looking for volunteers to help with the Area Assembly Handbook. The CSC supports the conference in being the spiritual guardian of international services and of the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of SAA. The handbook is to help new formed area’s plan and hold Area Assemblies (meetings).​ Contact: bruinpaul85@gmail.com

Annual Camping Trip Sept. 6, 7, 8th

Come experience recovery in nature, there will be a workshop, meetings around a campfire, hiking and lots of other good outer circle fun.This is for SAA members only. Registration is $80, there will be a few scholarships for a reduced $40 fee. Meals provided from Friday night to Sunday afternoon. For more details and to register, please click on "Events" at top of this page. Registration begins July 29th!

LGBT Outreach Is Looking For Members To Be Of Service

Their 2019 areas of focus are Outreach to LGBT Community Centers and outreach to existing SAA meetings. There is an ongoing need for people from the LGBT community to sponsor other LGBT members. Want to help?​ Contact ​glbt@saa-recovery.org

Outer Circle Hike in East Bay

Join us on Saturday, August 24 at 10 am to 1:30 pm Lake Chabot Regional Park in Castro Valley. 17600 Lake Chabot Road. Open to all SAAs, their family and friends. We will meet up at the Marina near the restrooms at 10:00 AM. We will be doing a 4 mile or so hike. After the hike we will be having lunch. Bring sturdy shoes, water, hat, sunscreen, and a lunch/snack. If you have any questions, you can contact Tim I. (510) 461-1313 or timilario@ymail.com

Upcoming Event

Recovery Day In Half Moon Bay for members of any S fellowship and their families. At Poplar Beach, Sunday September 29, 10 am - 6 pm. Bring your lunch and beach supplies, no alcohol but tasty snacks are encouraged. More details here: https://recovery-day-in-half-moon-bay6.webnode.com

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