Volume 2 issue 4 April 2015

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1 Volume 2 issue 4 April 2015

2 Changed Meetings Blind Pass Group: Thursdays 5:30pm CD no longer exists. Thursdays 5:30pm CD women s meeting remains. Midnight now CD/Living Sober meetings. Tuesday and Thursday CSt Meditation meetings no longer exist. Dunedin Beach Causeway Meeting: New Location: Next to Kayak Rentals. Faith House Discussion Meeting: is no longer listed as a Christian Recovery center or invitation only. Meetings: Open Discussion Meetings on Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm. April Publication date of Alcoholics Anonymous, A.A.'s Big Book. April Harry Tiebout, M.D. died. April First A.A. meeting held in Florida. April The first ten copies of the Big Book arrived at the office Bill and Hank P. shared. Pinellas Hope/End of the Road meetings changed to 8:00 pm start time. April Bill and Lois finally found a home, Stepping Stones in New Bedford. New Meetings Spiritual Path Group: New Church- located on 160 6th St SW in Largo. Mondays 5:00 PM Open, BB Tuesdays: 5:00 PM OD Wednesday 5:00 PM Open, Steps, traditions Thursdays: 5:00 PM OD Fridays: 5:00 PM OS All meetings are wheelchair accessible. Please enter on 6th St. A special note from the Where and When chair and the Intergroup office: We are grateful for all of the resources that are available to us to locate meetings in Pinellas county. The paper copy of the Where and When meeting list is sometimes a newcomers first introduction to AA. We also have the internet to help us find meetings, and this is absolutely the most current way to locate meetings. There are many outdated Where and When still floating around Pinellas county and we ask that members verify that the meeting is still active by checking the website for accuracy. April A sober Rollie H. catches the only opening day no-hitter in baseball history since April The first A.A. pamphlet, "AA", was published. Scholarship Donations Needed! The 12th Annual Women in Serenity Retreat is asking for monetary donations to help women who have a desire to attend, but cannot afford it. Retreat dates are from May at Daysprings, in Ellenton. Contact Jen or on how to donate! 2

3 March 7th, 2015 One to One Group Meets every Tuesday at 8pm The Meeting location is at 16th St and 22nd Ave. in St. Pete. Jim Chaired John read the Preamble Greg read How It Works Dustin Speaker: "I wouldn't have anything that meant anything in my life if it was not for AA. It has been a process and it means everything in my life." Fred Speaker: "There just isn't any other choice but to stay sober today. Having a home group and the fellowship is very important. It has been a process and most importantly it has kept me sober today. Margie handed out the chips. March 14th, 2015 Stepsisters Group of St Pete Meets every Tuesday at 10am Meeting location is in the Dolphin Village Shopping Center (Alano Club) St. Pete Beach Carol Chaired Julie read the Preamble Mary read How it Works Julie Speaker: "I can stay sober no matter where I go around the world. I also found out I have a soul." Laura Speaker: "Every day I wake up I wake up with gratitude with my Higher Power. I stay sober to help other alcoholics. That is what I do every day if possible. I found that this has to be a part of the process." Mary Dawn: "I thought everyone had a problem but me when I first came to Alcoholics Anonymous. It was only through misery and pain that taught me what I am about. This very thing through that process has brought me close to my Higher Power." Carol Speaker: "It really doesn't matter to the disease where alcohol doesn't take you or take you for that matter. It certainly and most definitely took my soul down and away. If you question the fact that you have a problem with alcohol then you definitely belong here." Carol also did the chips. March 21, 2015 St. Pete Group Meets 5 days a week, 3 times a day at11am, 6pm and 8pm. Saturdays 4 times a day, with an additional meeting at 10 pm. Sundays 11am and 8pm. Meeting location is 2250 Central Ave. St Pete. Eva Chaired, Steve read Preamble, Meghan read How it Works Sarah Speaker: "Life was always about a party. I came to AA not thinking she was not that bad. I still had a car and a job. I found that the St Pete group really attracted and I identified there and realized I needed help." Gordon Speaker: "Had 4 Dui instances. After being in and out of AA. Ended of in the Virgin Islands. Lived in St Thomas for 7 years. Went to AA there. Missed the fellowship and AA in St Pete. AA has changed my life for the better. Really like the AA at the St Pete Group." Eva did the chips. March 28, 2015 Sunday Night Live Meets Sunday Evenings at 8 Pm Speaker Mtg. Meeting location is Kirk of Dunedin 2686 Bay Shore (Alt 19) Jim Chaired Drew read the Preamble Lucy read How it Works Paul Speaker: "Continued to drink despite the consequences. Came to AA to get out of a jam. By listening to your stories and showing up to AA my thinking started to change. I had been sober in the 90 s. I started to listen to the experience, strength and hope I have stayed here. I am grateful to be where I am today. Lucy Speaker: I think I was an alcoholic before I ever picked up a drink. I suffered from broken brain syndrome. I had a black hole in my soul. God spoke to me in a jail cell after my third arrest. Someone told me all the suggestions are free and I only pay for the ones I don't take. You have to become willing to change. Most important is God is what does it for me. God first is my rule. Meditation books work for me. I always get through what I need just for today." Rob Speaker: " I went to treatment and did not surrender. I kept relapsing. Today life is a millions times better that I ever found in alcohol and drugs. AA teaches us so much. You got to want to change. You got to keep coming to AA." Tony Speaker: "I spent my whole life fighting against what I knew to be the truth. Didn't realize the progression of disease. I should of been dead a lot of times. God has other plans for me. AA is the answer. I feel like I am finally home. I am convinced that AA is the right place for me." Drew Speaker: "Got into a lot of jams. Thought I would never quit drinking. I was spiritually, physically and mentally bankrupt. I knew the solution was in AA. My free mind is free now and I am not struggling anymore." Paul did the chips. Robert T., Unity Reporter 3

4 Intergroup Friday 8:00 p.m Steps 1 & 2 Corliss G., Tallahassee, FL Bring your raffle baskets to the picnic! T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE NOW and WILL BE ON SALE AT THE PICNIC :$15 Saturday 9:00 a.m. Step 3 Patti E., St. Petersburg, FL 10:30 a.m. Steps 4 & 5 - Ruthie B., St. Petersburg, 12:30 p.m. Steps 6 & 7 - TBA 2:00 p.m. Steps 8 & 9 - TBA 3:30 p.m. Step 10 - TBA 8:00 p.m. Step 12 Karen R., Tampa, FL Carrying the Message Sunday 9:oo a.m. Step 11 Margie P., St. Petersburg, FL ROSEN PLAZA HOTEL 2015 International Convention of Alcoholics Anonymous July 2-5, Atlanta Register online at: Where is your Home Group s upcoming event? Send it in to: plainandstraight@aapinellas.org!! 4

5 Archives 3rd Saturday 1:30pm Alano Club - Dolphin Village 4615 Gulf Blvd. #112 St. Pete Beach Corrections 2nd Monday 6:30pm Central Office 8340 Ulmerton Rd #220 Largo Grapevine 3rd Saturday 11am Central Office 8340 Ulmerton Rd #220 Largo Treatment Last Saturday 10am Our Savior Lutheran Church 4827 East Bay Drive Largo PI/CPC Last Monday 6pm Central Office 8340 Ulmerton Rd #220 Largo Special Needs Central Office 8340 Ulmerton Rd #220 Largo Website Last Saturday 1:30pm Alano Club - Dolphin Village 4615 Gulf Blvd. #112 St. Pete On behalf of the people your A.A. District 1 Corrections Committee takes meetings to, the Committee would like to thank you for your assistance in providing literature at the March Intergroup meeting, including Today in Sobriety, GOYA/Serenity Club, Treasure Island Steppers, Saturday Morning Women's Big Book Group, Together We Can, High Point, Honesty, and several named "Anonymous." - Deb, Corrections Chair 5

6 The Central Office of Pinellas County Intergroup is in search of a part time employee. Sobriety requirements: 2 years GO TO: for the entire job description. This position starts at $9 an hour and is 20 hours a week. Days and hours to be determined. Resumes and/or letter of interest may be sent to Central Office. centraloffice@aapinellas.org Attention: Matt 6

7 2250 Jamie R. 3 Michelle P. 6 Greg E. 8 Dave G. 8 Derrell B. 9 Fabian L. 12 Tom K. 16 Mike P. 21 Richard H. 29 David R. 31 Hugh H ers Matt 1 Lou G. 10 Joe M. 2 Jeff C. 17 Sean T. 1 Marilyn 16 Janet Q. 10 Bob M. 20 Bob B. 53 Slick 31 Abe's Place Rick 3 Charles B. 3 Kelly 3 Joe S. 4 Mathew B, 5 Joe D. 6 Joe S. 7 Camille 9 Joe 29 Shannon G. 36 After Work Bunch Diane I. 3 Steve C. 2 Bill S. 5 Andrea S. 17 George L. 12 Tara H. 8 Diane B. 34 Attitude Adjustment BILL B. 24 LARRY B. 19 FRED 2 EDDIE 6 A Power Greater Than Ourselves Douglas W. 7 Bryan T. 5 Julie R. 5 Central Group Bernice M. 21 Nancy P. 10 Kim R. 10 Sissy M. 6 Don Vista Skip V. 9 Eileen T. 25 Herb T. 25 Warren W. 27 GOYA Ellen C. 1 Maureen Mc. 3 Brad T. 4 Brian M. 5 Jason A. 6 Jerry B. 9 John S. 14 Denise W. 16 Bill G. 25 Gulfport All Ages Pat H. 25 Mary C. 28 Terry C. 26 High Point Joanne F. 23 Into Action James D. 5 Lunch Bunch - Dunedin Bill M. 41 Kevin B. 33 Vera 33 Peyton G. 30 Della 27 Richie 25 Margie 15 Oldsmar Group Larry W. 2 Jan 11 Our Common Problem Sarah R. 3 Ozona Hub 43 Bill O. 41 Grady 38 Bob M. 34 Mike, Uncle 24 Mack 23 Jack 23 Marla 16 Liz 9 Kyle 1 Peacefully Sober Group John E. 10 R' Girls Group Marilyn S. 16 Ellen M. 9 Seminole Group David H. 1 Kathi F. 15 St. Pete Group James T. 1 Chris C. 1 Steve F. 1 Brenda N. 1 Nancy D. 2 Siobhan W. 9 Nancy J. 13 Shannon G. 36 Today In Sobriety John L. 3 Maureen S. 2 John 6 Gene Y. 3 Together We Can Terry 1 Mikey 1 Third Tradition Julia H. 1 Ed S. 5 Fred J. 13 Mike A. 22 Diane H. 28 What's Your Motive Helen T. 24 Susan M. 3 John T. 9 Wendy R. 24 Diana G. 5 Muriel W. 51 Mike G. 4 Jerry $30 Kathi $15 Diane $10 Anniversary Submissions must be received by the first Friday of each month to make it into the next issue. We are only publishing one month at the present time. I.E. April s 2015 anniversaries will be in the May 2015 issue. Thank you! 7

8 MARCH 2015 A Work In Progress Group Abe's Place After Work Bunch At The End Of The Rainbow BAIGIS Clearwater Group/ Forty Niners Group Free Spirits Humility Group In Touch Group Intergroup Meeting Keep It Simple Ladies' Beach Serenity Break Group Living Sober Lunch Bunch Ozona Group Saturday Morning Men's Step (SH) Seminole Group Serenity Club Of Clearwater Serenity Seekers Group Sisters On A Journey Sober Spirits Steering Committee Meeting Steps To Sobriety Sunrise Sunset Group Sunset Beach Group TGIS Women's Meeting The Batman Group Thursday Morning Break Unity Meeting TOTAL 4, Where Money and Spirituality Mix The A.A. groups themselves ought to be fully supported by the voluntary contributions of their own members. We think that each group should soon achieve this ideal; that any public solicitation of funds using the name of Alcoholics Anonymous is highly dangerous, whether by groups, clubs, hospitals, or other outside agencies; that acceptance of large gifts from any source, or of contributions carrying any obligation whatever, is unwise. Then, too, we view with much concern those A.A. treasuries which continue, beyond prudent reserves, to accumulate funds for no stated A.A. purpose. Experience has often warned us that nothing can so surely destroy our spiritual heritage as futile disputes over property, money, and authority. -Tradition Seven (long form) Reprinted from P-3, Where Money and Spirituality Meet, pg. 3 with permission of A.A World Services, Inc.. (PCI publishes material and articles in this newsletter that are created by 3rd parties. PCI does not endorse or assume responsibility for any 3rd party material or articles.) 8