Southern Illinois A.A. District 17


Sober Events and Service Opportunities!

Here's a list of A.A.-related events coming soon to our area, as well as the latest local AA service opportunities! 

If you have an event you would like us to post, please send the details to:
southernillinoisaa@gmail.com



Sober Events



2010 Illinois State Conference - Chicago, IL
August 20-22, 2010

This is the BIG conference in our state each year. Feel like joining a big crowd? Then head on up to Chicago for an unforgettable weekend. Hosted by Area 20, District 11.

What:     2010 Illinois State Conference
When:    August 20-22, 2010
Where:   Wyndam Lisle-Chicago Hotel
               3000 Warrenville Road, Lisle, IL 60532  map

Hotel Reservations: (630) 505-1000 or click here
                               Room registration deadline: July 23, 2010
                               Be sure to mention State Conference for discounted rates
Hotel Costs:  
Standard: $92 + tax - single/double
                     PURE Guestrooms $20 more/night
Conference Costs:    Registration only - $20
                                 Registration + Banquet - $52 (deadline August 6, 2010)
                                 Alateen - $10
                                 Please send checks to: 2010 Illinois State Conference, PO Box 865, McHenry, IL 60051
                                 Banquet tables of  8 may sit together, but must send registration forms together
Feature Speakers:  Don M., Louisville, Kentucky
                               Gayle R., General Service Office Staff
                               Pam R., East Central Regional Trustee
                               Rick C., Muscatine, Iowa
                               Al-Anon speaker to be announced
Special Needs: Call the State Conference Special Needs Coordinator no later than 2 weeks before the Conference if an interpreter is needed.
Website
: Visit District 11's website:  www.aa-nia-dist11.org

More information: (815) 482-2530 or (815) 236-1362



Rend Lake Semi-Annual Campout - Sesser, IL
September 10-12, 2010

Meet new people, extend your circle of friends, enjoy the outdoors and make memories! A Rend Lake Campout is an experience you must not miss!
What:     Semi-Annual Rend Lake Campout
When:    Friday-Sunday, September 10-12, 2010
Where:   Coy & Wilma's Campground
              14387 North Rend City Road, Sesser, IL  map

Camp Site Fees: $20/night per family    
                            Reservations NOT required. Please register at the office.
                            Electric hookups, water, and showerhouse available.
                           Office: (618) 625-2101
Campout Costs: FREE
                         Free coffee 24 hours/day
                         Campout hats, shirts, and cups for sale

Schedule:  Friday, September 10
                  7:00 pm -  Get Acquainted Meeting
                                  Hot dogs and fixin's furnished after the meeting
                  9:00 pm (or so): BINGO (please ring a gift for the Bingo prize table if you can)

                  Saturday, September 11
                 
6:00 am - Early Bird Meeting
                  10:00 am - AA Meeting
                  11:00 am - Kid's Games
                  1:00 pm - Al-Anon Meeting
                  3:00 pm - Step Meeting
                  6:00 pm - Raffle drawing
                  7:00 pm - Speaker Meeting - AA and Al-Anon speakers (please bring chairs)
                                 Sobriety Countdown
                                 Music & dance immediately following
                  12 midnight - Night Owl's Meeting

                  Sunday, September 12
                  6:00 am - Early Birds Meeting
                  10:00 am - Spiritual Meeting

More info: (618) 242-7871 or (314) 974-0195



Southern Illinois Area 21 Spring Conference - Fairview Heights, IL
March 11-13, 2011

This year's Spring Conference focuses on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions, with the theme of "We are responsible for AA's future -- Let it begin with us!"

What:     Southern Illinois Area 21 Spring Conference
When:    Friday through Sunday, March 11-13, 2011
Where:   Four Points by Sheraton Fairview Heights Conference Center

Accomodations:  Four Points by Sheraton Fairview Heights
                           319 Fountains Parkway, Fairview Heights, IL 62008  map
                           $89/night+tax - up to 4 people per room

Hotel Website:  Click Here
Conference Activities: AA and Al-Anon meetings, AA Archive Displays,  Hospitality Room, Coffee, Fellowship & Fun!

Conference Speakers: Saturday Night - Joe B. from Memphis, Tennesee
                                    Sunday Morning - Lee L. from Jackson, Missouri

Conference Costs: Conference Only - $25 
                             Conference and Banquet - $50
                             Friday Night Ice Cream Social - $5
                             (No registration fees for Alateens, but they must be accompanied by an adult)
                             Send checks or money orders to:
                                    Southern Illinois Area 21 Spring Conference
                                    PO Box 251
                                    Belleville, IL 62222

                             Note: Early Registration ends February 28, 2011. Special needs requests for attendees with                                          hearing impairment, walkers, wheelchairs, limited vision, or those requiring American Sign                                      Language must put in their request at least one month in advance. Donations for the Hospitality
                             Room and Attendence Scolarships gratefully accepted. 
                                

More Info: 
618-520-6239 or 618-910-0047





District 17 Service Opportunities
:

Carry the message to young people - Our district has the awesome opportunity to share our experience, strength, and hope with the young people at the Gateway treatment center in Carbondale, Illinois on the second Tuesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 pm with the outpatient group. If you're in recovery in Alcoholics Anonymous and would like to come along, please call (618) 922-4768.


District 17 Business Meeeting - Marion, IL
July 25, 2010

If you'd like to help shape the future of AA in Southern Illinois, why not come to our district business meeting? If you're an AA member, you are welcome, and we're sure to have a "job" for you! Remember, service helps keep us sober!

What:     District 17 Business Meeting
When:    Sunday, July 25, 2010 at 1:00 pm
Where:   Community Room, (near the mall's Target store entrance)
               3000 West DeYoung Street, Marion, Illinois  map



Tri-State Convention Planning Meeting - Carmi, IL
August 15, 2010

Come help plan for the 51st Tri-State Convention hosted by Illinois. It's a great way to give back some of what you've been freely given.

What:     51st Tri-State Convention Planning Meeting
When:    Sunday, August 15, 2010 at 1:30 pm
Where:   420 3rd St., Carmi, Illinois  map
Details:   Volunteers and committee chair positions available. Bring a friend!
More Info:  (618) 384-0068 or (618) 246-3613


Southern Illinois Area 21 Assembly - Edwardsville, IL
September 12, 2010

District 18 is hosting the September Assembly. Come and enjoy the fellowship while we do AA business for Southern Illinois!

What:     Southern Illinois Area 21 Assembly
When:    Sunday, September 12, 2010
Where:   Edwardsville Moose Lodge 1561
               7371 Marine Road (Hwy 143), Edwardsville, IL 62025  map

Accomodations:  Holiday Inn Express (618) 667-9200
                           2020 Formosa Drive, Troy, IL 62294  map
                           $89/night+tax - 2 queen-sized beds, no smoking.
                           Host Families are available - Contact Lisa (618) 509-0103, Carl (618) 920-7957 or David (618) 659-1569
Assembly Costs: 
Registration $5
                           Lunch $7 - Fried Chicken lunch

Schedule:  Saturday, September 11
                  7:30 pm - Saturday Night Open Meeting
                                 St. Mary's Catholic Church (cafeteria in basement)
                                 1802 Madison Avenue, Edwardsville, IL 62025  map
                  Sunday, September 12
                  7:30 am - Registration begins - coffee and doghnuts
                  9:00 am - Area Assembly begins



District 17 Business Meeeting - Marion, IL
September 26, 2010

If you'd like to help shape the future of AA in Southern Illinois, why not come to our district business meeting? If you're an AA member, you are welcome, and we're sure to have a "job" for you! Remember, service helps keep us sober!

What:     District 17 Business Meeting
When:    Sunday, September 26, 2010 at 1:00 pm
Where:   Community Room, (near the mall's Target store entrance)
               3000 West DeYoung Street, Marion, Illinois  map