Alcoholics Anonymous

is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

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Local Area News

Willamette Valley Intergroup's By-Laws

Willamette Valley Intergroup's By-Laws are currently being reviewed and updated. This process happens periodically. If you are interested in being a part of this process you may download a rough draft of the by-laws by clicking on this link By-Laws. You may submit changes and suggestions to your Intergroup Rep to bring to the next Willamette Valley Intergroup meeting, or email them to Laura at Central Office.

11th Annual AA Ladies Luncheon

"Sunlight of the Spirit" Saturday, August 15, 2009, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1444 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR
AA Speaker: Ann M., Portland, OR
Al-Anon Speaker: Desiree C., Beaverton, OR
The AA Angels will be performing
For more info or to download a PDF of the flier click Ladies Luncheon Flier .

The Happy Hour Group

The Happy Hour Group meets at 6:00p.m. at The Salem Elks Lodge, 2336 Turner Rd SE. The group now has a private meeting space. This group wants particapants, so come visit The Happy Hour Group in their new space.

Win A Beachhouse!

(for a weekend)
The Soberfest Committee is raffling off a weekend at a Beachouse in Newport
Click this Beachouse Raffle link for more info.
This raffle is a fundraiser and procedes are used to put on next years Soberfest event.

The Eye Opener is online

The current issue of The Eye Opener is available online.

Opportunities To Be Of Service:

Central Office is looking for volunteers to answer phones after hours. Contact Ben at 503-375-0382 if you are interested.

Central Office is looking for volunteers to work in the office. 1 year sobriety requirement.

Willamete Valley Intergroup has an opening for The Intergroup Chair position. The Outreach Co-Ordinator position has been filled by Candace.

Central Office is looking for volunteers to do 12 Step Calls. Laura at Central Office is always interested in talking to anyone interested in volunteering at Central Office.

District is in need of an Alternate Secretary, Alternate Treasurer,and Co-operation with Professionals Chair.

For more information about these or any other service positions:
Call Central Office at (503) 399-0599, or go to a committee meeting.

For information about The H.&I. Commitee contact Christian W. at 971-388-6425 after 4pm.

Contact Mid-Valley Corrections Coordinator Connell D., 503-364-4680 for information about State Prison Meetings.

Contact Jane A., 503-580-1906 for information about Marion County Jail Meetings.

Contact Dan V., 503-835-8023 for information about Polk County Jail Meetings.

Don E., Mid-Valley Area Corrections Coordinator is looking for volunteers for The Bridge Program, The Inmate Correspondence Program, as well as volunteers to bring meetings inside. Contact Don E. at (503) 884-2501.

Al-Anon

For Al-Anon schedules and info click here:

http://www.oregonal-anon.org/

Cooperation With Professionals

Professionals Working With Alcoholics

Click here to learn how Alcoholics Anonymous can help you.