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15 09, 2023

The Buzz | September 15, 2023

Step by Step Workshop: Step Nine

The 2023 Step by Step series continues with a Step Nine workshop, “Made direct amends…wherever possible”. Bring your Big Book and join Robert C. at Mount Tamalpais United Methodist Church (410 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley) for step guide activities and pizza on September 23 @ 1pm.

Step Nine Workshop September 2023

12 Concepts Workshop this Saturday

SF Womens Concepts July - Dec

Have you Downloaded the Grapevine App?

AAGrapevine has launched The Grapevine and La Viña apps. Subscribe to the digital magazine and archive for $2.99 per month, or $29.99 per year. With a digital subscription, you’ll be able to read the new magazine each month, explore the Grapevine or La Viña archive, send stories to friends, listen to the audio of each article in the magazine, listen to the podcast, enter your own sobriety date for a daily calculation, build your own spiritual maintenance daily checklist, and much more. Download the apps for free from the Apple App Store for iPhone or from Google Play Store for Android.

Marin Pop Up Bookstore this Monday

Don’t forget to pre-purchase your A.A. literature and chips by Saturday, September 16 @ 2pm via the online bookstore for pick-up on Monday, September 18 at the Marin General Service meeting in the Jackson Cafe at Vivalon (930 Tamalpais Avenue, San Rafael). Select A.A. literature will also be available for purchase 6:45-9:30pm.

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Thank You Grateful Givers!

Grateful Giver contributions support important 12th Step services at San Francisco and Marin Intergroup, including running Central Office, selling A.A. literature, publishing the meeting schedule and our website at aasfmarin.org. If you’d like to sign up as a recurring Grateful Giver to support the work of San Francisco and Marin Intergroup, click here and thank you for your support!

Service Opportunities for the Week …

SF H&I (in person) is September 16.
- Business Meeting @10am
- Orientation @ 11am
SF Teleservice (online) is September 18.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- Business Meeting @ 6:45pm

Marin General Service (hybrid) is September 18.
- New GSR Orientation @ 7pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm
HelpChat Committee (online) is September 19 @ 6pm.

We Must Continue Trying

For the love of blue skies, please share this information and encourage your A.A. fellows to subscribe to The Buzz. The Buzz is produced by San Francisco and Marin Intergroup. To learn more about Intergroup, check out our Annual Report. 🐝
Your San Francisco and Marin Intergroup | Central Office

8 09, 2023

The Buzz | September 8, 2023

September Edition of The Point

The latest edition of The Point, featuring stories, poems, and art by local A.A. members, is out now! Read it here. Would you like to submit art or write for The Point? Share your experience, strength and hope with the San Francisco and Marin fellowship. Click here for details.

Grapevine App Now Available

AA Grapevine has launched The Grapevine and La Viña apps. Subscribe to the digital magazine and archive for $2.99 per month, or $29.99 per year. With a digital subscription, you’ll be able to read the new magazine each month, explore the Grapevine or La Viña archive, send stories to friends, listen to the audio of each article in the magazine, listen to the podcast, enter your own sobriety date for a daily calculation, build your own spiritual maintenance daily checklist, and much more. Download the apps for free from the Apple App Store for iPhone or from Google Play Store for Android.

Intergroup News

The following news was shared at San Francisco and Marin Intergroup’s September 6 meeting. Please take this back to your group and any other A.A. meetings you attend.

Intergroup has raised our prices for A.A. World Services literature starting September 6. As you may know, A.A.W.S. raised their prices in April 2023 and Intergroup purchased a substantial amount of literature to delay the price increase. However, it is now time to raise our prices. We will sell Alcoholics Anonymous, The Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, Living Sober, and The A.A. Service Manual at the same price as aa.org. All additional A.A.W.S. literature and pamphlets will increase by 20%. To get A.A. literature visit us at Central Office or purchase online at shop.aasfmarin.org. Please share this updated literature price list with your meeting’s literature person.
Check out San Francisco and Marin Intergroup’s Mid-Year Review of our financials. This is part of Intergroup’s efforts towards greater financial transparency. We encourage you to share this mid-year financial review with your groups, and we are grateful for your 7th Tradition contributions.
Please read this announcement from the Intergroup Outreach Committee at A.A. meetings you attend that do not have an Intergroup Representative (IGR): “We are encouraging meetings that don’t have an Intergroup Rep (IGR) to consider appointing one. IGRs are the liaisons between A.A. groups and Intergroup. Of the 900+ meetings in San Francisco and Marin, only 42 have active IGRs. They vote on matters that affect Intergroup and A.A. at the local level, such as Central Office, money, literature, our website and more. IGRs also keep groups up to date with local information on service opportunities. IGRs ensure that local A.A. groups have a voice at Intergroup. If you have questions please come up to me after the meeting or check out the flier.”
Intergroup needs Central Office Volunteers to answer the phone lines, greet customers, and assist with special projects. Minimum of 1 year sobriety. For more information about this weekly shift opportunity, please email [email protected].

Intergroup Service Committee Opportunities

Remember: Anyone can join our service committees; you do not need to be an Intergroup Rep to participate.

San Francisco Public Relations needs volunteers for the Reentry Resource Fair on September 8 at St. Mary’s Cathedral. They are also participating at Sunday Streets in the Western Addition on September 24 and Project Homeless Connect on September 27 at Bill Graham Civic Center Auditorium. To get involved contact [email protected] and join the next committee meeting on September 11 @ 7pm.
The Communications Committee provides a wide-range of communications support to Intergroup. The committee has merged together with The Buzz and The Point for a trial-period. The committee is looking to fill The Buzz Associate Editor position. To get involved contact [email protected] and join the next committee meeting on September 11 @ 5:30pm. Also, check out the current edition of The Pointhere. The Point is looking for stories and art submissions for the October edition. Please send your writings, poetry and/or art to [email protected].
Teleservice now serves San Francisco and Marin Counties. The ad hoc transition committee meets weekly to best determine how the Teleservice committees come together and support the still-suffering alcoholic. To get involved, contact [email protected]. For now, they continue to hold two separate business meetings. Join the San Francisco Teleservice meeting on September 18 @ 6:45pm and the Marin Teleservice meeting on September 26 @ 7:30pm.
The Tech Committee is working on numerous tech projects including a potential web hosting issue, training for the new VOIP system for Teleservice, and the Airtable database. The committee is looking for members to better support San Francisco and Marin Intergroup and local A.A. meetings. If you are familiar with Airtable or WordPress, the Tech Committee would especially like your help! Email [email protected] to join and attend the next meeting on October 2 @ 6pm.
Outreach Committee works to attract more participation from the Fellowship at Intergroup. Please share a brief announcement at any meetings you attend that do not currently have an IGR. To get involved at the committee level, contact [email protected] and join the next meeting on October 4 @ 6pm.

Committee/Entity Liaison Reports

Marin Accessibilities Committee raises awareness of the possible barriers in accessing the A.A. message and participation in the A.A. program of recovery. Their next meeting is September 11 @ 7pm online and for more information [email protected].
San Francisco H&I is encouraging A.A. groups to get H&I Representatives if they don’t have one, and continue to pass the pink can! SF H&I is currently serving 26 in-person meetings. The next SF H&I business meeting is September 16 @ 10am followed by orientation @ 11am. Did you know that the pink can tradition started in 1957 with an idea for self-funding and some pink paint?

Associate Editor for The Buzz

Want to know how The Buzz is put together? If so, volunteer for the Associate Editor position. The Associate Editor helps draft the weekly content for The Buzz. It’s a one-year commitment. Serving on The Buzz is a great way to stay on top of what is happening in the San Francisco and Marin fellowship. Email [email protected] for more information.

Job Opening at Central Office

San Francisco and Marin Intergroup is looking for a new Central Office Assistant Manager. Check out the job description here. This position is available immediately. Please spread the word to your A.A. groups.

12 Concepts Workshop Reminder

Join the 9am Online Daily Women’s Meeting of A.A. for a 12 Concepts: Women in Service workshop. This is an introduction to the 12 Concepts of A.A. and how to apply them at every level of service. This monthly series continues with “Concepts IV – VI” on September 16 @ 10:30am to 12pm online.

National A.A. Technology Workshop This Weekend

The National A.A. Technology Workshop (NAATW) is hosting an immersive eventon September 8-10 about the theme “Solving, Sharing, and Scaling Solutions”. Those interested in using technology in service to A.A. are encouraged to attend, to share their experience, gather ideas and bring learnings back to their groups. This is a hybrid event, so you can participate virtually.

Marin Pop Up Bookstore

It’s almost time for the monthly pop up bookstore in Marin. Need a new book to read with a sponsee or pamphlets to offer at your meeting? Pre-purchase your A.A. literature and chips by Saturday, September 17 @ 2pm via the online bookstore for pick-up on Monday, September 21 at the Marin General Service meeting in the Jackson Cafe at Vivalon (930 Tamalpais Avenue, San Rafael). Select A.A. literature will also be available for purchase 6:45-9:30pm.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

Golden Gate Young People in A.A. (GGYPAA) (online) is September 10 @ 6pm.
Communications Committee (online) is September 11 @ 5:30pm.
SF Public Relations (online) is September 11.
- Orientation @ 6:30pm
- Business Meeting @ 7pm
Marin Accessibilities Committee (online) is September 11 @ 7pm.
Marin County Young People in A.A. (MCYPAA) (in-person) is September 11 @ 7:15pm.
Marin H&I (in-person) is September 12.
- Orientation @ 6:15pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:15pm
San Francisco General Service (online) is September 12.
- New GSR Orientation and Concepts Study @ 6:45pm
- District Meeting @ 7:30pm
Marin Bridging the Gap (online) is September 13.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- Business Meeting @ 6:15pm

We Must Believe

For the love of ourselves, please share this information and encourage your A.A. fellows to subscribe to The Buzz. The Buzz is produced by San Francisco and Marin Intergroup. To learn more about Intergroup, check out our Annual Report. 🐝

Your San Francisco and Marin Intergroup | Central Office

1 09, 2023

The Buzz | September 1, 2023

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Important Announcement Regarding Teleservice

Everyone is being asked to read this important announcement at A.A. meetings. It can be read during the time set aside for announcements.

“To best serve San Francisco and Marin Alcoholics Anonymous, the Marin and San Francisco Teleservice Committees will be merging, effective August 2023. This decision comes after considerable discussion and input from the Fellowship, which believes the merger is the most effective solution moving forward to help the still-suffering alcoholic.

“The primary purpose of the newly merged Teleservice Committee remains unchanged:

Provide a 24-hour a day helpline for alcoholics in need
Provide meeting directory information
Provide general information about A.A.
Provide 12 Step calls/visits if needed

“To learn more or to stay involved, please contact [email protected].”

A.A. in a Nutshell on Sunday

The San Francisco Public Relations Committee is hosting a workshop on “Alcoholics Anonymous in a Nutshell” on September 3 @ 2:30pm. This event at the San Francisco Public Library (100 Larkin Street, San Francisco) includes such topics as, what is A.A., what’s a meeting like, and myths that may discourage people from going to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. We invite members of the Fellowship to join us and be willing to speak with newcomers at the event and serve as temporary sponsors. For more information and to get involved contact [email protected].

ICYPAA This Weekend in SF

ICYPAA (also known as the International Conference of Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous) is this September 1-4 in San Francisco. The conference theme is “Watch Loneliness Vanish” and is at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco. Be sure to visit the San Francisco and Marin Pop Up Bookstore at ICYPAA on Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 6pm. This event includes Al-Anon participation. For details click here.

Announcement to Attract More Intergroup Reps

Please read this announcement from the Intergroup Outreach Committee at A.A. meetings you attend that do not have an Intergroup Representative (IGR). The announcement aims to increase IGR participation in San Francisco and Marin and help Intergroup better serve our Fellowship. To get involved with the Outreach Committee, contact [email protected] and join the next meeting on September 6 @ 6pm. It can be read during the time set aside for announcements.

“We are encouraging meetings that don’t have an Intergroup Rep (IGR) to consider appointing one. IGRs are the liaisons between A.A. groups and San Francisco and Marin Intergroup.

“Of the 900+ meetings in San Francisco and Marin, only 42 have active IGRs. They vote on matters that affect Intergroup and A.A. at the local level, such as Central Office, money, literature, our website and more. IGRs also keep groups up to date with local information on service opportunities. IGRs ensure that local A.A. groups have a voice at Intergroup. If you have questions please come up to me after the meeting or check out the flier.”

Labor Day Speaker Meeting and Barbeque

Join the Fellowship at the Marin Alano Club on Labor Day for a speaker meeting, barbeque and live music. Speakers include Michael M. and Tracie M. on September 4 @ 12pm followed by live music and barbeque.

Job Opening at Central Office

San Francisco and Marin Intergroup is looking for a new Central Office Assistant Manager. Check out the job description here. This position is available immediately. Please spread the word to your A.A. groups.

Service Opportunity With The Buzz

Want to know how The Buzz is put together? If so, volunteer for the Associate Editor position. The Associate Editor helps draft the weekly content for The Buzz. It’s a one-year commitment. Serving on The Buzz is a great way to stay on top of what is happening in the San Francisco and Marin fellowship. Email [email protected] for more information.

Central Office Closure This Saturday

Central Office will be closed on September 2 due to Labor Day, however we will be selling literature at the Pop Up Bookstore at ICYPAA. Central Office will resume regular hours of operation, which are Tuesday-Friday 10-6pm and Saturdays 12-4pm.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

Technology Committee (online) is September 5 @ 5pm.
San Francisco Bridging the Gap (online) is September 5.
- Orientation @ 6:30pm
- Business Meeting @ 7pm
San Francisco and Marin Intergroup (online) is September 6.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- General Meeting @ 7pm
Outreach Committee (online) is September 6 @ 6pm.

We Must Make an Effort

For the love of three day weekends, please share this information and encourage your A.A. fellows to subscribe to The Buzz. The Buzz is produced by San Francisco and Marin Intergroup. To learn more about Intergroup, check out our Annual Report.

Your San Francisco and Marin Intergroup | Central Office

25 08, 2023

The Buzz | August 25, 2023

Announcement to Attract More Intergroup Reps

Please read this announcement from the Intergroup Outreach Committee at A.A. meetings you attend that do not have an Intergroup Representative (IGR). The announcement aims to increase IGR participation in San Francisco and Marin and help Intergroup better serve our Fellowship. To get involved with the Outreach Committee, contact [email protected] and join the next meeting on September 6 @ 6pm. It can be read during the time set aside for announcements:

“We are encouraging meetings that don’t have an Intergroup Rep (IGR) to consider appointing one. IGRs are the liaisons between A.A. groups and Intergroup.

“Of the 900+ meetings in San Francisco and Marin, only 42 have active IGRs. They vote on matters that affect Intergroup and A.A. at the local level, such as Central Office, money, literature, our website and more. IGRs also keep groups up to date with local information on service opportunities. IGRs ensure that local A.A. groups have a voice at Intergroup. If you have questions please come up to me after the meeting or check out the flier.”

Step by Step Workshop: Step Eight

AA in a Nutshell

The San Francisco Public Relations Committee is hosting a workshop on “Alcoholics Anonymous in a Nutshell” on September 3 @ 2:30pm. This event at the San Francisco Public Library (100 Larkin Street, San Francisco) includes such topics as, what is A.A., what’s a meeting like, and myths that may discourage people from going to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. For more information, and to get involved contact [email protected].

Labor Day Speaker Meeting and Barbeque

Join the Fellowship at the Marin Alano Club on Labor Day for a speaker meeting, barbeque and live music. Speakers include Michael M. and Tracie M. on September 4 @ 12pm followed by live music and barbeque.

Reminder: National A.A. Technology Workshop 2023

The National A.A. Technology Workshop (NAATW) is hosting an immersive event on September 8-10 about the theme “Solving, Sharing, and Scaling Solutions”. Those interested in using technology in service to A.A. are encouraged to attend, to share their experience, gather ideas and bring learnings back to their groups. This is a hybrid event, so you can consider attending in-person in Virginia or participating virtually.

Farewell and Thank you Marcus W.

With both sadness and gratitude, we want to let you all know that our Special Worker Marcus W.’s last day is September 2. Over the last six years, Marcus has definitely been a presence at Central Office, and he will be missed! However, he has received an amazing opportunity to work with his former employer as their new Gala Manager. Please be sure to stop by Central Office or send him your gratitude at [email protected] before he goes off on his next adventure!

Central Office Closure

Central Office will be closed on August 26 due to the San Francisco and Marin Intergroup Board Retreat. It will resume regular hours of operation, which are Tuesday-Friday 10-6pm and Saturdays 12-4pm.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

California Northern Coastal Area (CNCA) (hybrid) is August 26 @ 12:30pm.

We Must Do the Work

For the love of free time, please share this information and encourage your A.A. fellows to subscribe to The Buzz. The Buzz is produced by San Francisco and Marin Intergroup. To learn more about Intergroup, check out our Annual Report.

Your San Francisco and Marin Intergroup | Central Office

18 08, 2023

The Buzz | August 18, 2023

Marin Pop Up Bookstore

It’s almost time for the monthly pop up bookstore in Marin. Need a new book to read with a sponsee or pamphlets to offer at your meeting? Pre-purchase your A.A. literature and chips by Saturday, August 19 @ 2pm via the online bookstore for pick-up on Monday, August 21 at the Marin General Service meeting in the Jackson Cafe at Vivalon (930 Tamalpais Avenue, San Rafael). Select A.A. literature will also be available for purchase 6:45-9:30pm.

Step by Step Workshop: Step Eight

The 2023 Step by Step series continues with a Step Eight workshop, “Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all”. Bring your Big Book and join Patty H. at Mount Tamalpais United Methodist Church (410 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley) for step guide activities and pizza on August 26 @ 1pm.

12 Concepts Workshop Reminder

Service Opportunity With The Buzz

Want to know how The Buzz is put together? If so, volunteer for the Associate Editor position. The Associate Editor helps draft the weekly content for The Buzz. It’s a one-year commitment. Serving on The Buzz is a great way to stay on top of what is happening in the San Francisco and Marin fellowship. Email [email protected] for more information.

Watch Loneliness Vanish at ICYPAA

Central Office Closure

Central Office will be closed on August 26 due to the San Francisco and Marin Intergroup Board Retreat. It will resume regular hours of operation, which are Tuesday-Friday 10-6pm and Saturdays 12-4pm.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

SF H&I (in person) is August 19.
- Orientation @ 11am
SF Teleservice (online) is August 21.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- Business Meeting @ 6:45pm

Marin General Service (hybrid) is August 21.
- New GSR Orientation @ 7pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm

Marin Teleservice (online) is August 22.
- Orientation @ 6:30pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm
Marin PI/CPC (in person) is August 24.
- Orientation @ 7pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm

We Must Stay Connected

For the love of friendships, please share this information and encourage your A.A. fellows to subscribe to The Buzz. The Buzz is produced by San Francisco and Marin Intergroup. To learn more about Intergroup, check out our Annual Report.

Your San Francisco and Marin Intergroup | Central Office

11 08, 2023

The Buzz | August 11, 2023

Dance Party This Saturday

Marin Fellowship Committee is hosting a Sober Summer Dance Party on August 12 at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Marin in San Rafael. The A.A. meeting starts at 7pm, followed by dancing from 8 to 10:30pm. This event is co-sponsored by several A.A. meetings in Marin. Check out the flyer for details and please carpool—parking is limited.

3 Weeks Until ICYPAA

ICYPAA (also known as the International Conference of Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous) is coming to San Francisco September 1-4. The conference theme is “Watch Loneliness Vanish”. To pre-register for the 63rd ICYPAA conference, click here. This conference is at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco and includes Al-Anon participation.

12 Concepts Workshop Reminder

Join the 9am Online Daily Women’s Meeting of A.A. for a 12 Concepts: Women in Service workshop. This is an introduction to the 12 Concepts of A.A. and how to apply them at every level of service. This monthly series continues with “Concepts I – III” on August 19 @ 10:30am to 12pm online.

CNCA Summer Assembly

California Northern Coastal Area (CNCA) is hosting the 2023 Summer Assembly on August 12 at Redwood Acres Fairground (3750 Harris Street, Eureka). This hybrid event features a variety of workshops, including “Why Are We Here?” and “How Do We Keep Each Other Safe?”. Consider participating virtually or in-person and share your experience with your groups.

Marin Teleservice Helpline Announcement

Reminder: Everyone is being asked to read this important announcement at A.A. meetings about the status of the Marin Teleservice helpline. It can be read during the time set aside for announcements:

“Please be advised the Marin Teleservice helpline is no longer operating, due to a termination of service when the service provider disconnected the phone number. Going forward, call San Francisco Teleservice at 415-674-1821 to receive help and talk to a recovering alcoholic. Share this announcement at all local A.A. meetings you attend.

Currently Marin Teleservice is reviewing its options, which may include merging with San Francisco Teleservice. Consolidating the Marin and San Francisco services would allow Marin Teleservice Committee to better focus on serving the helpline rather than the administrative back-end. As Marin Teleservice examines its options, we are asking A.A. groups for input. If your group has input or ideas, please email marinteleservicechair@gmail.com before its next committee meeting on August 22.”

Service Opportunities for the Week …

Golden Gate Young People in A.A. (GGYPAA) (online) is August 13 @ 6pm.
Communications Committee (online) is August 14 @ 5:30pm.
SF Public Relations (online) is August 14.
- Orientation @ 6:30pm
- Business Meeting @ 7pm
Marin Accessibilities Committee (online) is August 14 @ 7pm.
HelpChat Committee (online) is August 15 @ 6pm.

We Must Work the Program

For the love of productive lives, please share this information and encourage your A.A. fellows to subscribe to The Buzz. The Buzz is produced by San Francisco and Marin Intergroup. To learn more about Intergroup, check out our Annual Report.

Your San Francisco and Marin Intergroup | Central Office

4 08, 2023

The Buzz | August 4, 2023

Important Announcement About Marin Teleservice Helpline

Everyone is being asked to read this important announcement at A.A. meetings about the status of the Marin Teleservice helpline. It can be read during the time set aside for announcements:

“Please be advised the Marin Teleservice helpline is no longer operating, due to a termination of service when the service provider disconnected the phone number. Going forward, call San Francisco Teleservice at 415-674-1821 to receive help and talk to a recovering alcoholic. Share this announcement at all local A.A. meetings you attend.”

“Currently Marin Teleservice is reviewing its options, which may include merging with San Francisco Teleservice. Consolidating the Marin and San Francisco services would allow Marin Teleservice Committee to better focus on serving the helpline rather than the administrative back-end. As Marin Teleservice examines its options, we are asking A.A. groups for input. If your group has input or ideas, please email marinteleservicechair@gmail.com before its next committee meeting on August 22.”

August Edition of The Point

The latest edition of The Point, featuring stories, poems, and art by local A.A. members, is out now! Read it here. Would you like to submit art or write for The Point? Share your experience, strength and hope with the San Francisco and Marin fellowship, and click here for details.

Intergroup News

The following news was shared at San Francisco and Marin Intergroup’s August 2 meeting. Please take this back to your group and any other A.A. meetings you attend.

The Marin Pop Up Bookstore is celebrating one year of bringing literature to Marin via the pop up. Please continue to spread the word and support the pop-up. Literature and chips can be pre-ordered (and select literature will be available for sale) at the monthly Marin General Service meeting at Vivalon (930 Tamalpais, San Rafael) on Monday 8/21 from 6:45-9:15pm.

Need a service commitment? Anyone may join an Intergroup Service Committee, you do not need to be an IGR to get involved! Check out aasfmarin.org/committees for the complete list of Intergroup Committees, including what they do, when they meet and opportunities to get involved.

Become a Grateful Giver and support San Francisco and Marin Intergroup’s efforts to carry the A.A. message of hope and recovery to the still suffering alcoholic in Marin and San Francisco. And thank you to our current Grateful Givers!

Intergroup Service Committee Opportunities
Remember, anyone can join service committees. You do not need to be an Intergroup Rep to participate.

San Francisco Public Relations needs volunteers for the Re-entry Resource Fair on September 8 at St. Mary’s Cathedral. They are also working on a presentation at the main San Francisco Library on September 3 for the unhoused population. To get involved contact [email protected] and join the next committee meeting on August 14 @ 7pm.
The Communications Committee provides a wide-range of communications support to Intergroup. The committee has merged together with The Buzz and The Point for a trial-period. While remaining separate publications, the merged committee will help foster ideas and shared responsibilities across communications. Some of its recent projects include the Annual Report, the communications survey, Intergroup’s name change and logo development, and Intergroup’s statement of purpose. To get involved contact [email protected] and join the next committee meeting on August 14 @ 5:30pm.
Outreach Committee works to attract more participation from the Fellowship by spreading awareness of IGR participation and A.A. service opportunities at the Intergroup level. IGRs are encouraged to share a brief announcement at any meetings you attend that do not currently have an IGR. The announcement aims to increase IGR participation as we only have 42 active IGRs in San Francisco and Marin. To get involved at the committee level, contact [email protected] and join the next meeting on September 6 @ 6pm.
The Fellowship Committee serves both Marin and San Francisco by putting on events and promoting fellowship in our area. We are looking for committee members and a new chair to help organize fun sober activities and educational workshops on A.A. related issues. Some of our events include Founders’ Day, helping with Unity Day events and the Ugly Sweater Appreciation party (coming up later this year). To get involved, email [email protected].

Committee/Entity Liaison Reports

Marin Accessibilities Committee raises awareness of the possible barriers in accessing the A.A. message and participation in the A.A. program of recovery. It will be presenting at the District 06 San Francisco General Service meeting this month on access in A.A. and how it impacts local groups. Its next meeting is August 14 @ 7pm online and for more information accessibilities@maringeneralservice.org.
Marin Teleservice announced that the Marin Teleservice helpline is no longer in service. Everyone is encouraged to make the Marin Teleservice announcement at any meetings you attend. The committee is currently exploring its options, and is asking for input from A.A. groups before the next Marin Teleservice meeting on August 22 @ 7:30pm.
San Francisco General Service is encouraging GSRs to highlight sections of the Delegate’s Report from the most recent General Service Conference to A.A. meetings, such as an update on the plain language version of the Big Book.
San Francisco H&I is encouraging A.A. groups to get H&I Representatives if they don’t have one and continue to pass the pink can! SF H&I is currently serving 26 in-person meetings. The next SF H&I orientation is August 19 @ 11am and its business meeting is September 16 @ 10am.

Join the Tech Committee

The Tech Committee is assisting Central Office with testing the new VOIP system for San Francisco Teleservice. The committee is looking for committee members to better support San Francisco and Marin Intergroup and local A.A. meetings. If you are familiar with Airtable or WordPress, the Tech Committee would especially like your help! Email [email protected] to join and attend the next meeting on August 7 @ 6pm.

Sober Summer Dance Party

Service Opportunities for the Week …

Marin County Young People in A.A. (MCYPAA) (in-person) is August 6 @ 2pm.

Technology Committee (online) is August 7 @ 6pm.

Marin H&I (in-person) is August 8.
- Orientation @ 6:15pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:15pm
San Francisco General Service (online) is August 8.
- New GSR Orientation and Concepts Study @ 6:45pm
- District Meeting @ 7:30pm
Marin Bridging the Gap (online) is August 9.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- Business Meeting @ 6:15pm

We Must Do Our Best

For the love of the Bay Area, please share this information and encourage your A.A. fellows to subscribe to The Buzz. The Buzz is produced by San Francisco and Marin Intergroup. To learn more about Intergroup, check out our Annual Report.

Your San Francisco and Marin Intergroup | Central Office

28 07, 2023

The Buzz | July 28, 2023

ICYPAA is Coming to San Francisco

Did you know that the International Conference of Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous is coming to San Francisco this September 1-4? The conference theme is “Watch Loneliness Vanish”. Be sure to pre-register for the 63rd ICYPAA conference before the price increases August 1. This conference is at the Marriott Marquis and includes participation from Al-Anon. For more information, click here.

Save the Date: Sober Summer Dance Party

Marin Fellowship Committee is hosting a Sober Summer Dance Party on August 12 at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Marin in San Rafael. The A.A. meeting starts at 7pm, followed by dancing from 8 to 10pm. This event is co-sponsored by several A.A. meetings in Marin. Check out the flyer for details.

Register as a Trusted Servant

Are you a Secretary, Treasurer or Intergroup Representative? If so, please register your commitment with San Francisco and Marin Intergroup as it helps Intergroup stay connected to local A.A. meetings. To register, click into your meeting on aasfmarin.org and hit the “Update Meeting Info” button to fill out the registration form. That’s it! Your submission will be confirmed with a welcome email full of resources to assist you in your new position—and thank you for being of service!

Gift the Grapevine

Join AAGrapevine in its Carry the Message Project by giving a gift subscription of the Grapevine or La Viña to an alcoholic in need. Great for sponsees, newcomers, institutions, doctor’s offices, group celebrations, events and giveaways! Please see here for details.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

San Francisco Bridging the Gap (online) is August 1.
- Orientation @ 6:30pm
- Business Meeting @ 7pm
Marin 12 Concepts Study (online) is August 1 @ 7pm.
San Francisco and Marin Intergroup (online) is August 2.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- General Meeting @ 7pm
Outreach Committee (online) is August 2 @ 6pm.

We Must Remember the Steps

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21 07, 2023

The Buzz | July 21, 2023

Summer Vibes at the Summer Barbecue and Potluck

San Francisco Mission Fellowship and S.F. H&I are hosting a Summer Barbecue and Potluck from 1 to 5pm on July 22 at Garfield Park (Treat & 26th streets). The A.A. meeting starts at 1:30pm, followed by the barbecue. You are encouraged to bring toppings, side dishes or desserts.

Step by Step Workshop: Step Seven

The 2023 Step by Step series continues with a Step Seven workshop on giving up that surprisingly resilient defect. Bring your Big Book and join Frank T. at Mount Tamalpais United Methodist Church (410 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley) for step guide activities and pizza on July 22 @ 1pm.

S.F. Phone Volunteers and Daily Coordinator Needed

S.F. Teleservice volunteers answer the A.A. hotline 24 hours a day for alcoholics in need. They help alcoholics find a meeting and carry out our primary purpose of one alcoholic helping another. San Francisco Teleservice Committee is looking for phone shift volunteers and a Thursday daily coordinator to help manage volunteer scheduling. If you have one year of sobriety and would like to be of service in San Francisco, reach out to [email protected].

Possible Paths for a Transgender Alcoholic Pamphlet

Submit Your Articles and Artwork to The Point

Service Opportunities for the Week …

California Northern Coastal Area (CNCA) (hybrid) is July 22 @ 12:30pm.
Marin Teleservice (online) is July 25.
- Orientation @ 6:30pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm
Marin PI/CPC (in person) is July 27.
- Orientation @ 7pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm

We Must Remain Committed

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14 07, 2023

The Buzz | July 14, 2023

12 Concepts Workshop Reminder

This Sunday is the first of six workshops on the 12 Concepts: Women in Service workshop hosted by 9am Online Daily Women’s Meeting of A.A. This is an introduction to the 12 Concepts of A.A. and how to apply them at every level of service. This monthly series begins with “Herstory of Service” on July 15 @ 10:30am to 12pm online.

Intergroup News

The following news was shared at San Francisco and Marin Intergroup’s July 12 meeting. Please take this back to your group and any other A.A. meetings you attend.

Intergroup appointed a new Treasurer, Hedy H. (Marin). We are so grateful to Hedy for stepping up to be of service and to our outgoing Treasurer: Jim M. You will be missed!

Intergroup did a lot of voting last night! After much discussion, Intergroup voted on the four-part proposal to change the structure of our monthly meetings while we remain online. Here’s the outcome:

Proposal: Quarterly, rather than monthly, Service Committee Liaison Reports
Outcome: Motion did not pass
- After hearing minority opinion, this proposal was voted on again.
- During the re-vote, the proposal failed to reach the 18 ‘yes’ votes needed for this motion to pass.
- At the end of the meeting, we incorrectly announced that the motion had passed with the re-vote. This correction will be added to the minutes and we will discuss it at the August Intergroup meeting.
Proposal: Break-out rooms at every monthly meeting
Outcome: Motion did not pass
Proposal: IGRs share a brief description of their home group each month
Outcome: Motion passed
Proposal: Raffle every monthly meeting
Outcome: Motion did not pass

In addition to voting on the structure of the meeting, the following Intergroup Committee Chairs were officially appointed by the Intergroup body:

Isae W, Communications Committee; Colleen S, HelpChat; Marty M, Outreach Committee; and Tom V, Sunshine Club

TAKE AWAY MESSAGE

Here is the message to take back to your group and any other A.A. meetings you attend.

Central Office Volunteers are needed to answer the phone lines, greet customers and assist with special projects. Minimum of one year sobriety. For more information about this weekly shift opportunity, please email [email protected].
Join an Intergroup Service Committee! Check out the newly updated aasfmarin.org/committees for the complete list of Intergroup Committees, including what they do, when they meet and service opportunities.
- Current open service positions include:
  - SF and Marin Archives Chair
  - SF Public Relations Chair
  - Sunshine Club Co-Chair (from Marin)
  - Co-Webmaster
  - Fellowship Chair
The Tech Committee is looking for committee members to better support San Francisco and Marin Intergroup and local online/hybrid A.A. meetings. If you are familiar with Airtable or WordPress, the Tech Committee would especially like your help! Email [email protected] to join and attend the next meeting on August 7 @ 6pm.

Intergroup Service Committee Opportunities

Remember: Anyone can join our service committees; you do not need to be an Intergroup Rep to participate.

Communications Committee announced that The Buzz, The Point, and the Communications Committee are merging together for a trial-period. These committees have been working more closely over the past 18 months. Unifying as one committee—while remaining separate publications—will help foster ideas and shared responsibility. To get involved contact [email protected] and join the next committee meeting on August 14 @ 5:30pm.
- The Point is looking for stories and art submissions for the July edition. Please send your writings and/or art to [email protected] by July 22.
HelpChat is an online chat feature on the aasfmarin.org website. Volunteers help people find a meeting or chat about their problems with alcohol. To get involved contact [email protected] and join the next committee meeting on July 18 @ 6pm.
Outreach Committee is looking to get more folks involved at Intergroup, 12th Step service work and more Marin representation. To get involved contact [email protected] and join the next meeting on August 2 @ 6pm.
The Sunshine Club brings meetings to individuals who cannot attend in-person meetings. It is looking for volunteers in Marin and San Francisco. If you’d like to join Sunshine Club or if you need to schedule a meeting for an A.A. member, contact [email protected]. This committee is also looking for a new Sunshine Club Co-Chair in Marin.

A.A. Meeting and Trivia Night

Summer Vibes at the Summer Barbecue and Potluck

Marin Pop-Up Bookstore

It’s almost time for the monthly pop-up bookstore in Marin. Need a new book to read with a sponsee or pamphlets to offer at your meeting? Pre-purchase your A.A. literature and chips by Saturday, July 15 @ 2pm via the online bookstore for pick-up on Monday, July 17 at the Marin General Service meeting in the Jackson Cafe at Vivalon (930 Tamalpais Avenue, San Rafael). Select A.A. literature will also be available for purchase 6:45-9:30pm.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

SF H&I (in person) is July 15.
- Business Meeting @ 10am
- Orientation @ 11am
SF Teleservice (online) is July 17.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- Business Meeting @ 6:45pm
Marin General Service (hybrid) is July 17.
- New GSR Orientation @ 7pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm
HelpChat Committee (online) is July 18 @ 6pm.

We Must Remain Humble

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