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16 06, 2023

The Buzz | June 16, 2023

San Francisco Founders’ Day This Saturday

Join us for Founders’ Day tomorrow, June 17 from 12-3:30pm at Golden Gate Park’s Lindley Meadow, in San Francisco. This fun-filled fellowship event includes a picnic, outdoor games, dessert potluck and a speaker meeting with Claire H. at 2pm. Help spread the word. To get involved email [email protected].

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.

Step by Step Workshop: Step Six

The 2023 Step by Step series continues with a Step Six workshop, “Entirely ready to have God remove all these defects”. Bring your Big Book and join Trevor J. at Mount Tamalpais United Methodist Church (410 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley) for step guide activities and pizza on June 24 @ 1pm.

A.A. Info Table at S.F. Pride

San Francisco Public Relations Committee is looking for volunteers to help with San Francisco Pride on June 24-June 25. Volunteers are needed for several hour shifts both days between 10am-6pm at the A.A. information table. This is a great opportunity to help carry the message to the still-suffering alcoholic who may not know about A.A. For more information and to get involved, email [email protected].

Sobriety Through Service Workshop

Save the date for a Sobriety Through Service workshop on June 28, hosted by the PI/CPC Working Group of the East Bay Intergroup. This is an opportunity to learn how to get involved with Public Information and Cooperation with the Professional Community (PI/CPC) in the legal, law enforcement, healthcare and treatment settings.

Volunteer With Sunshine Club

Sunshine Club brings A.A. meetings to members in San Francisco and Marin who are unable to attend regularly scheduled in person meetings due to illness, accident or medical condition. Join the next volunteer orientation on June 21 @ 7:30pm (online). If you’d like to join the Sunshine Club and are unable to make the next orientation or if you’d like to schedule a meeting for yourself or an A.A. member, contact [email protected].

Central Office Closed for Juneteenth

Central Office will be closed on June 17 in observance of Juneteenth. If you can, join us that same day at Golden Gate Park for the San Francisco Founders’ Day.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

SF H&I Orientation (in person) is June 17 @ 11am.
Archives Committee (hybrid) is June 18 @ 12pm.
SF Teleservice (online) is June 19.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- Business Meeting @ 6:45pm
Marin General Service (hybrid) is June 19.
- New GSR Orientation @ 7pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm
HelpChat Committee (online) is June 20 @ 6pm.
Marin PI/CPC (in person) is June 22.

We Must Stay Sober

For the love of one day at a 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

9 06, 2023

The Buzz | June 9, 2023

Marin Founders’ Day this Saturday

Join us for Founders’ Day tomorrow, June 10 from 1-5pm at the Mt. Tamalpais United Methodist Church, in Mill Valley. A service panel featuring Joanne L., Marcelo N., Jackie B. and Ole-Jan H. begins at 2pm followed by the main speaker meeting at 3pm with Penny P. and Manish G. Other activities include the Nitecaps band, A.A. trivia contest, kids activities and a potluck! This event is hosted by Marin Fellowship Committee and San Francisco and Marin Intergroup.

P.S. Be sure to save the date for the San Francisco Founders’ Day on June 17 @ 12pm at Golden Gate Park.

Intergroup News

The following news was shared at San Francisco and Marin Intergroup’s June 7 meeting. Please take this back to your group and any other A.A. meetings you attend.

Four new board members were appointed to the Board of Directors, including three from San Francisco: Alison T., Caitlin T., and Phil S. and one from Marin, Denis O’. Thank you for your willingness to serve! And we are so grateful to our outgoing Board members: Charlie B., Chip G., Isae W. and Jim M. You will be missed!

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

Tech Committee identifies tech best practices for A.A. meetings in San Francisco and Marin, as well as Intergroup. Did you know aasfmarin.org averages 5,000 visitors per month? The Tech Committee is looking for volunteers including a new co-webmaster to assist with the aasfmarin.org website and folks with Airtable experience. Contact [email protected] and join the next meeting on July 3 @ 6pm.
Outreach Committee is looking to get more folks involved at Intergroup, 12th Step service work, and more Marin representation. Help the committee reach its goal of attracting 20 new IGRs to Intergroup this year! To get involved contact [email protected] and join the next meeting on July 12 @ 6 pm.
The Point Committee is grateful to Kristee O. and Bernadette S. for their service and thank you Charlie J. and Christine R. for taking the Editor and Associate Editor positions. Check out aasfmarin.org/the-point for monthly themes and writing prompts and send submissions to [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, and recently asked meetings to think about if their meeting space is accessible. The next meeting is June 12 @ 7pm online. For more information contact accessibilities@maringeneralservice.org.
Marin H&I needs speakers and secretaries. The next orientation is June 13 at 6:15pm with the business meeting to follow at 7:15pm at the Marin Alano Club in San Rafael.
San Francisco H&I is holding an orientation June 17 @ 11am at Mission Fellowship in San Francisco. It is in need of speakers and experienced H&I volunteers to coordinate meetings.
Marin Teleservice is looking for volunteers to take phone shifts and join the committee. Its next volunteer orientation is June 27 @ 6:30pm followed by the business meeting at 7:30pm. Visit www.marinteleservice.net.

Grateful Giver Design Contest

There is still time to submit your entry for the Grateful Giver design contest. The new logo will replace the current Faithful Fiver illustration. Submit your artwork to [email protected] before the contest ends on June 30 and Intergroup will vote on the winner this summer. Also, consider becoming a Grateful Giver today. Your ongoing contributions support important 12th Step services at Intergroup.

Western Roundup Living Sober Conference

The 48th Annual Western Roundup Living Sober Conference is June 30-July 2 in San Francisco. The longest-running U.S. conference for LGBTQIA+ A.A. members is happening in-person and features engaging workshops, inspiring speakers and fun fellowship. Register here.

Carrying the Message

Reminder: San Francisco Public Relations Committee is meeting this Monday, June 12 @ 6:30pm. SFPR needs volunteers for Sunday Streets in the Valencia District on July 30. They are also working on a presentation at the main San Francisco Library in September for the unhoused population. To get involved contact [email protected].

Place Orders for Marin Pop-Up Bookstore

Remember to get your literature orders in by Friday, June 16 so they will be ready for pick-up at the Marin pop-up bookstore on June 19 at the Marin General Service meeting in San Rafael.

Central Office Closed for Juneteenth

Central Office will be closed on June 17 in observance of Juneteenth. If you can, join us that same day at Golden Gate Park for the San Francisco Founders’ Day.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

Golden Gate Young People in A.A. (GGYPAA) (online) is June 11 @ 6pm.
SF Public Relations (online) is June 12.
- Orientation @ 6:30pm
- Business Meeting @ 7pm
Marin Accessibilities Committee (online) is June 12 @ 7pm.
Marin H&I (in-person) is June 13.
- Orientation @ 6:15pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:15pm
San Francisco General Service (online) is June 13.
- New GSR Orientation and Concepts Study @ 6:45pm
- District Meeting @ 7:30pm
Marin Bridging the Gap (online) is June 14.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- Business Meeting @ 6:15pm

We Must Carry the Message

For the love of our sobriety, 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

2 06, 2023

The Buzz | June 2, 2023

**June Issue of The Point is Here**

The latest edition of The Point, featuring works by local A.A. members, is available here. The June theme is “Being Right Sized”. Would you like to write for The Point? View upcoming monthly themes and writing prompts here. To get involved contact [email protected] and join the next committee meeting on June 5 @ 5:30pm.

Join the Tech Committee

The Tech Committee is looking for committee members to better support San Francisco and Marin Intergroup and local online and hybrid A.A. meetings. You don’t need to be an engineer or know how to code to join. If you are familiar with Airtable or WordPress, the Tech Committee would especially like to see you at its next online business meeting on June 5 @ 6pm.

Founders’ Day Celebrations

Did you know Founders’ Day celebrates the last day our co-founder Dr. Bob drank? In recognition of this “wholesale miracle” we are celebrating our 88th Founders’ Day with two events. Spread the word and join us in Marin on June 10 @ 1pm and San Francisco on June 17 @ 12pm to celebrate A.A. Founders’ Day. To get involved or for more information, email [email protected].

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 us 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! We will confirm your submission with a welcome email full of resources to assist you in your new position—and thank you for being of service!

S.F. Public Relations

The San Francisco Public Relations Committee provides information about A.A. to the general public and members of the community whose profession brings them in contact with individuals suffering from alcoholism. This includes work with the S.F. District Attorney’s office and the S.F. Public Library, and participating in community events like Sunday Streets. To get involved contact [email protected] and join the next committee meeting on June 12 @ 6:30pm.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

Marin County Young People in A.A. (MCYPAA) (in person) is June 4 @ 2pm.
The Point (online) is June 5 @ 5:30pm.
Technology Committee (online) is June 5 @ 6pm.
San Francisco Bridging the Gap (online) is June 6.
- Orientation @ 6:30pm
- Business Meeting @ 7pm
Marin 12 Concepts Study (online) is June 6 @ 7pm.
San Francisco and Marin Intergroup (online) is June 7.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- General Meeting @ 7pm
Outreach Committee (online) is June 7 @ 6pm.

We Must Believe in Ourselves

For the love of summer nights, 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

26 05, 2023

The Buzz | May 26, 2023

Memorial Day Speaker Meeting and Barbeque

Join the Fellowship at the Marin Alano Club on Memorial Day for a speaker meeting, barbeque and live music. Speakers Janine R. and Michele B. on May 29 @ 12pm followed by live music and barbeque.

Save the Date: Founders’ Day Festivities

Save the date for two upcoming Founders’ Day events in San Francisco and Marin. Founders’ Day in Marin is June 10 from 1-5pm at the Mt. Tamalpais United Methodist Church, in Mill Valley. A service panel featuring Joanne L., Marcelo N., Jackie B., and Ole-Jan H. begins at 2pm followed by the main speaker meeting at 3pm with Penny P. Other activities include the Nitecaps band, A.A. trivia contest, kids activities and a potluck. This event is hosted by Marin Fellowship Committee and San Francisco and Marin Intergroup.

On Saturday, June 17, San Francisco and Marin Intergroup presents Founders’ Day picnic in the park at Golden Gate Park’s Lindley Meadow. Join us from 12-3:30pm for a fun-filled fellowship event including picnic, lawn games, dessert potluck and a speaker meeting with Claire H. Help spread the word. To get involved email [email protected].

Step by Step Workshop: Step Five

Reminder: Grateful Giver Design Contest

Artists and designers, don’t miss out on your chance to submit a logo for the newly named Grateful Givers program on our website. The new logo will replace the current illustration of the dollar. Submit your proposed illustration to [email protected] before the contest ends on June 30. Intergroup will vote on the winner this summer. The winner gets bragging rights and their illustration showcased on our website! Consider becoming a Grateful Giver today. Your ongoing contributions support important 12th Step services at Intergroup.

Central Office Closed this Saturday

Central Office will be closed this Saturday in honor of Memorial Day and will resume normal business hours next week. It will be open Tuesday to Friday 10-6pm and Saturdays 12-4pm. A.A. literature and chips are still available for purchase online.

Intergroup Needs a New Treasurer

Spread the word: Intergroup needs a new Treasurer. It is a two-year commitment and a great opportunity to be of service to Alcoholics Anonymous. If you are considering this service position and want to learn more, reach out to [email protected]. Or if you know someone who would be a good fit, let us know.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

California Northern Coastal Area (CNCA) (hybrid) is May 27 @12:30pm.

In All Our Affairs

For the love of spending time with family, 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

19 05, 2023

The Buzz | May 19, 2023

12th Step Workshop this Saturday

Treasurer Commitment Available

Intergroup is seeking a new Board Treasurer starting July 2023. The Treasurer helps prepare and present the financial statements and oversees the annual Intergroup operating budget. It is a two-year commitment and a great opportunity to be of service to Alcoholics Anonymous. Please spread the word and for details reach out to [email protected].

Step by Step Workshop: Step Five

The 2023 Step by Step series continues with the workshop, “Admitted…the exact nature of our wrongs”. Bring your Big Book and join Laura R. at Mount Tamalpais United Methodist Church (410 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley) for step guide activities and pizza on May 27 @ 1pm.

Medallion Prices are Increasing

Intergroup is raising medallion prices beginning June 1. The new prices are: $.75 for aluminum chips, $1.50 for bronze chips, and $19.50 for triplate chips. Central Office is well stocked right now, so don’t delay getting chips at the current price! Visit Central Office or purchase online at shop.aasfmarin.org.

Memorial Day Speaker Meeting and Barbeque

Associate Editor Needed for The Buzz

You already subscribe to The Buzz, but would you also like to help assemble and edit content for this weekly publication? Check out the commitment description and email [email protected] to be of service.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

SF H&I (in person) is May 20.
- Business Meeting @ 10am
- Orientation @ 11am
Marin Teleservice (online) is May 23.
- Orientation @ 6:30pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm
Marin PI/CPC (in person) is May 25.
- Orientation @ 7pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm

We Must Be Willing to Grow

For the love of our personal growth, 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

12 05, 2023

The Buzz | May 12, 2023

Intergroup Design Contest

Calling all illustrators and designers! San Francisco and Marin Intergroup is looking for a new logo to accompany the newly named Grateful Givers program on our website. The new logo will replace the current illustration of the dollar. We know the Fellowship has many talented artists—we’re reaching out to you! Submit your proposed illustration to [email protected] before the contest ends on June 30. Intergroup will vote on the winner this summer. The winner gets bragging rights and their illustration showcased on our website! Consider becoming a Grateful Giver today. Your ongoing contributions support important 12th Step services at Intergroup.

Post-Conference Assembly Happenings

Can’t wait to hear about what happened at this year’s General Service Conference in New York? You’re in luck as there are two post-conference events happening this weekend. Starting with the Post-Conference Assembly Dinner hosted by District 06 San Francisco on May 12 @ 6pm at UCSF Mission Center Building. Dinner is at 6:30 pm, and a speaker meeting follows at 7:30pm with Penny C. The next day is the hybrid Post-Conference Assembly on May 13 @ 8:30am-5:30pm Donworth Events Center, in San Francisco. This event hosted by CNCA 06 and District 16 Spanish Central, features our Area Delegate who will share what they saw, felt and heard at this year’s General Service Conference.

A Night of Family Recovery

The 10th annual “Night of Family Recovery” is Saturday, May 13 from 5:30-9:30pm in San Rafael. This hybrid Al-Anon event with A.A. participation includes a meeting with speakers from both programs, Billy N. of Florida and Arisa B. of Massachusetts, a potluck dinner, fellowship, entertainment, pop-up bookstore and a raffle giveaway. A $15 contribution is suggested to cover the cost of the event but no one will be turned away.

12th Step Workshop

Ever wondered what it’s like to do a 12th Step call? Thinking about a teleservice commitment but need encouragement? Then you should attend the 12-Step Call Workshop on May 20 @2pm at the Marin Alano Club in San Rafael. Marin Teleservice and Marin Fellowship Committee are co-hosting a workshop about 12th Step calls and do’s and don’ts for teleservice volunteers. For more information, read about one member’s experience with Teleservice.

NorCal H&I Conference

Marin Pop Up Bookstore

Service Opportunities for the Week …

Golden Gate Young People in A.A. (GGYPAA) (online) is May 14 @ 6pm.
SF Teleservice (online) is May 15.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- Business Meeting @ 6:45pm
Marin General Service (hybrid) is May 15.
- New GSR Orientation @ 7pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm

We Must Have Singleness of Purpose

For the love of your higher power, 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

5 05, 2023

The Buzz | May 5, 2023

**May Issue of The Point is Here**

The latest edition of The Point, featuring works by local A.A. members, is available here. The May theme is “Sharing My Truth”. Would you like to write for The Point? View upcoming monthly themes and writing prompts here.

Intergroup News

The following news was shared at San Francisco and Marin Intergroup’s May 3 meeting. Please take this back to your group and any other A.A. meetings you attend.

Intergroup is raising medallion prices beginning June 1. The new prices are: $.75 for aluminum chips, $1.50 for bronze chips, and $19.50 for triplate chips. Central Office is well stocked right now, so don’t delay getting chips at the current price! Visit Central Office or purchase online at shop.aasfmarin.org.
Intergroup is seeking a new Board Treasurer starting July 2023. The Treasurer helps prepare and present the financial statements and oversees the annual Intergroup operating budget. It is a two-year commitment and a great opportunity to be of service to Alcoholics Anonymous. Please spread the word and for details reach out to [email protected].

Save the Date for upcoming Founders’ Day events:
- Marin Founders’ Day (San Francisco and Marin Intergroup in collaboration with Marin Fellowship Committee) on June 10 @ 12-5 pm at the Mount Tamalpais United Methodist Church, in Mill Valley.
- San Francisco Founders’ Day on June 17 @ 12-3:30pm at Lindley Meadow, in Golden Gate Park.

Intergroup has the following service opportunities: The Buzz Associate Editor, San Francisco and Marin Archives Chair, San Francisco Public Relations Chair, Sunshine Club Co-Chair, Co-Webmaster, The Point Chair and Editor and Intergroup co-webmaster. Get involved with service and reach out to [email protected] for details.

Announcing the new name for our monthly giving program: Grateful Givers was the resounding winner amongst members! Your ongoing 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. Consider becoming a Grateful Giver today.

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 is working on Sunday Streets, Project Homeless Connect and public service announcements. To get involved contact [email protected] and join the next committee meeting on May 8 @ 7pm.
San Francisco Teleservice is looking to fill volunteer shifts. Join the orientation on May 15 @ 6pm and reach out to [email protected] for details.
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 May 16 @ 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.
Tech Committee identifies tech best practices for A.A. meetings in San Francisco and Marin, as well as Intergroup. The Tech Committee is looking for volunteers including a new co-webmaster to assist with the aasfmarin.org website and folks with Airtable experience. Contact [email protected] and join the next meeting on June 5 @ 6pm.
Outreach Committee is looking to get more folks involved at Intergroup and 12th Step service work, especially more Marin representation. Contact [email protected] and join the next meeting on June 7 @ 6pm.

Committee/Entity Liaison Reports

San Francisco H&I meets May 20 @ 10am followed by the orientation at 11am at Mission Fellowship, in San Francisco. It is in need of speakers and experienced H&I volunteers to coordinate meetings.
Marin Accessibilities Committee raises awareness of the possible barriers in accessing the A.A. message and participation in the A.A. program of recovery. Its next meeting is May 8 @ 7pm online and for more information accessibilities@maringeneralservice.org.
Marin H&I needs speakers and secretaries. The next orientation is May 9 at 6:15pm with the business meeting to follow at 7:15pm at the Marin Alano Club in San Rafael.
Marin Teleservice is looking for volunteers to take phone shifts and join the committee. Its next volunteer orientation is May 23 @ 6:30pm. And save the date for a 12-Step Call Workshop on May 20 @ 2pm at the Marin Alano Club in San Rafael. Visit www.marinteleservice.net.

Reminder: Living Sober’s Spring Fling

Post-Conference Assembly Events

Next weekend, join District 06 San Francisco for a Post-Conference Assembly Dinner on May 12 @ 6pm at UCSF Mission Center Building. Dinner is at 6:30 pm, followed by a meeting with Penny C., former H&I Chair for Area 62 S.F. Please see below for more info or visit the CNCA 06 website. On May 13 @ 8:30-5:30 pm CNCA 06 presents the hybrid Post-Conference Assembly, hosted by District 16 Spanish Central at Donworth Events Center, in San Francisco. During this assembly our Area Delegate will share what he saw, felt and heard at this year’s General Service Conference in New York.

A Night of Family Recovery

Place Your Orders for Marin Pop-Up Bookstore

Service Opportunities for the Week …

Marin County Young People in A.A. (MCYPAA) (online) is May 7 @ 2pm.
SF Public Relations (online) is May 8.
- Orientation @ 6:30pm
- Business Meeting @ 7pm
Marin Accessibilities Committee (online) is May 8 @ 7pm.
San Francisco General Service (online) is May 9.
- New GSR Orientation and Concepts Study @ 6:45pm
- District Meeting @ 7:30pm
Marin H&I (in-person) is May 9.
- Orientation @ 6:15pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:15pm
Marin Bridging the Gap (online) is May 10.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- Business Meeting @ 6:15pm

We Must Take Action

For the love of putting pen to paper, 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 04, 2023

The Buzz | April 28, 2023

A Night of Family Recovery

The 10th annual “Night of Family Recovery” is Saturday, May 13 from 5:30-9:30pm. This hybrid Al-Anon event with A.A. participation includes a meeting with speakers from both programs, Billy N. of Florida and Arisa B. of Massachusetts, a potluck dinner, fellowship, entertainment, pop-up bookstore and a raffle giveaway. A $15 contribution is suggested to cover the cost of the event but no one will be turned away.
http://https://aasfmarin.org/event/a-night-of-family-recovery-hybrid?mc_cid=d05224da82&mc_eid=ad39b0e3fb

Living Sober’s Spring Fling

Spring Fling, the biggest legacy sober drag show in the Bay Area is Saturday, May 6 from 6-10pm. The event starts with an A.A. meeting (with Al-Anon participation) followed by a drag show @8pm hosted by Minnie Happyreturns and Laybelline. A $25 contribution is suggested to cover the cost of the event but no one will be turned away.
https://livingsober.org/spring-fling-2023/

Intergroup Needs a New Treasurer

San Francisco and Marin Intergroup is seeking a new Board Treasurer starting July 2023. The Treasurer helps prepare and present the financial statements and oversees the annual Intergroup operating budget. This is a two-year commitment and it is a great opportunity to be of service to Alcoholics Anonymous. Please spread the word and for details reach out to [email protected].

The Point is Seeking an Associate Editor

Do you enjoy proofreading other people’s writing? If so, you are in luck, because The Point is looking for a new Associate Editor. The Point is a monthly publication featuring works by local A.A. members. Consider getting involved with The Point Committee and help The Point Editor by proofreading and editing monthly submissions from fellow A.A. members. This is a one-year commitment and a one-year sobriety requirement. To view current and past issues of The Point click here.

What’s New on aasfmarin.org?

Did you know we get a lot of calls from people asking about A.A. “classes”? To help people who are court ordered to attend A.A. meetings, Intergroup has updated our information on being court-ordered to A.A. Included in this one-pager are helpful tips and suggestions about A.A. and getting court cards signed. Feel free to share this information with your A.A. Group.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

The Point (online) is May 1 @ 5:30pm.

Technology Committee (online) is May 1 @ 6pm.

San Francisco Bridging the Gap (online) is May 2.
- Orientation at 6:30 PM
- Business Meeting at 7 PM

Marin 12 Concepts Study (online) is May 2 @ 7 pm.

San Francisco and Marin Intergroup (online) is May 3rd.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- Business Meeting @ 7pm

Outreach Committee (online) is May 3rd @ 6pm

We Must Be of Service

For the love of May, 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

21 04, 2023

The Buzz | April 21, 2023

This Weekend’s Events

Women’s Meeting and A.A. History Event

Many remarkable women found recovery in the early days of A.A., including Marty Mann, who helped raise awareness about the importance of treatment and education of the disease of alcoholism. Learn about one of our prominent pioneers on April 22 @ 1pm. A virtual presentation by Mily T. of San Francisco is followed by speakers Lorie D. of Santa Fe, N.M. and Ruth S. from the Bay Area.

Step by Step Workshop: Step Four

The 2023 Step by Step series continues with the workshop, “Made a Searching and Fearless Moral Inventory”. Bring your Big Book and join Katrina K. at Mount Tamalpais United Methodist Church (410 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley) for step guide activities and pizza on April 22 @ 1pm.

The Buzz: Associate Editor Needed

You already subscribe to The Buzz, but would you also like to help assemble and edit content for this weekly publication? Check out the commitment description and email [email protected] to be of service.

Save the Date: Spring Fling Tickets on Sale

Spring Fling, the biggest legacy sober drag show in the Bay Area is Saturday, May 6 from 6-10pm. The event starts with an A.A. meeting (with Al-Anon participation) followed by a drag show @ 8pm hosted by Minnie Happyreturns and Laybelline. A $25 contribution is suggested to cover the cost of the event but no one will be turned away.

Reminder: Board Elections

“It is through service that the greatest rewards are found.” Take these words to heart and step up to volunteer for an Intergroup Board candidate position. The Board is responsible for overseeing and supporting Intergroup on behalf of the A.A. groups in Marin and San Francisco. To be eligible, you must be an active member of A.A. with a minimum two years of sobriety. In addition, we are in need of a new Treasurer, so please spread the word. Click here to learn more about serving on the Board and if you’re interested, submit your statement of interest no later than May 1.

Service Opportunities for the Week …

California Northern Coastal Area (CNCA) (hybrid) is April 22 @ 12:30pm.
Marin Teleservice (online) is April 25.
- Orientation at 6:30 PM
- Business Meeting at 7:30 PM
Sunshine Club (online) is April 26 @ 7:30 PM.
Marin PI/CPC (in person) is April 27.
- Orientation @ 7pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm

We Must Help Each Other

For the love of the Earth, 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.

PS: We wanted to add a little note to say a huge thank you to our outgoing Editor, Caitlin T. Thanks for all your help making The Buzz look so good every week! We will miss you!

Your San Francisco and Marin Intergroup | Central Office

14 04, 2023

The Buzz | April 14, 2023

Intergroup Board Elections

San Francisco and Marin Intergroup is accepting Board nominations for elections this June. Serving as an Intergroup Board member is a big, but very rewarding commitment. The Board is responsible for overseeing and supporting Intergroup on behalf of the A.A. groups in Marin and San Francisco. To be eligible, you must be an active member of A.A. with a minimum of two years sobriety. In addition, we are in need of a new Treasurer, so please spread the word. Click here to learn more about serving on the Board and if you’re interested, submit your statement of interest no later than May 1.

Monday: Marin Pop-Up Bookstore

Write for The Point

The Point is a monthly publication featuring works by local A.A. members. Consider contributing your own experience, strength and hope! For inspiration and ideas, check out this page for monthly themes and writing prompts, and view current and past issues of The Point here.

Step by Step Workshop: Step Four

The 2023 Step by Step series continues with the workshop, “Made a Searching and Fearless Moral Inventory”. Bring your Big Book and join Katrina K. at Mount Tamalpais United Methodist Church (410 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley) for learning activities and pizza on April 22 @ 1pm.

Save the Date: H&I Conference

The 47th Annual Northern California Hospital and Institution Conference is May 19-20 in Sacramento. This year’s theme is “Bringing Hope Where There is No Hope”. The schedule includes panels, speakers, food and a raffle. All are welcome; you do not need to be a member of an H&I committee to attend. Register here.

Volunteer With Sunshine Club

Sunshine Club brings A.A. meetings to members in San Francisco and Marin who are unable to attend regularly scheduled in person meetings due to illness, accident or medical condition. Join the next volunteer orientation on April 19 @ 7:30pm (online). If you’d like to join Sunshine Club and are unable to make the next orientation or if you’d like to schedule a meeting for yourself or an A.A. member, contact [email protected].

Service Opportunities for the Week …

SF H&I Orientation (in-person) is April 15 @ 11am.

SF Teleservice (online) is April 17.
- Orientation @ 6pm
- Business Meeting @ 6:45pm

Marin General Service (hybrid) is April 17.
- New GSR Orientation @ 7pm
- Business Meeting @ 7:30pm

HelpChat Business Meeting (online) is April 18 @ 6pm.

Sunshine Club Orientation (online) is April 19 @ 7:30pm.

We Must Be Willing to Grow

For the love of spring sniffles (or not), 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.

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