The 2025 Service Board approved a budget for 2026 that shows an excess of revenues over expenses of approximately $1,000. Here is a summary of the approved 2026 budget:
Group Contributions
Area News
District meetings and DR contact information can be found online:
DISTRICT 69 https://www.alanonsandiego.org/district-69
DISTRICT 72 https://www.alanonsandiego.org/district-72
DISTRICT 75 https://www.alanonsandiego.org/district-75
DISTRICT MAP https://www.alanonsandiego.org/district-map
ISR PAGE https://www.alanonsandiego.org/isr
AISL PAGE https://www.alanonsandiego.org/aisl
SAN DIEGO ISR https://www.alanonsandiego.org/latest-news-reports
Service Board / ISR / District Meetings
Al-Anon Service Board Meeting – 2nd Saturday of every month, 9am
Next Meetings: March 14, April 11, May 9
Zoom ID 752 699 5666 Passcode EJH6dK
ISR - 2nd Saturday of every odd-numbered month, 10:30am-11:45am
Next Meetings: March 14, May 9
Zoom ID 752 699 5666 Passcode EJH6dK
GET THE LATEST AND GREATEST ISR INFORMATION: www.alanonsandiego.org/isr
District 69 Meeting - 2nd Tuesday of every odd-numbered month, i.e.:
March 10, 7-8:30pm by Zoom (see below)
May 12, 7-8:30pm in-person with Potluck. Location: San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Road, San Marcos (Room: Dining Room)
July 14, 7-8:30pm by Zoom
Sep 8, 7-8:30pm by Zoom
Nov 10, 7-8:30pm by Zoom
Zoom ID: 992 882 9478 / Passcode: District69
Contact Werner if any questions at [email protected]
District 72 Meeting – 4th Saturday of every even-numbered month, 10am-12pm
Next Meetings: February 28
Hybrid Meeting - In-person at Atonement Lutheran Church, 10245 Loma Rancho Drive, Spring Valley – For Zoom information, contact Randy B at [email protected]
District 75 Meeting – 2nd Monday of every odd-numbered month, 6:30pm
Next Meetings: March 9
Zoom ID 844 825 5675 Passcode 209247
Questions? Email [email protected]
See the FLYER for service opportunities!
District 78 Meeting – 3rd Thursday of every odd-numbered month, 6pm-7:30pm
Next Meetings: March 19
1400 N. Imperial Avenue, Apt 141, El Centro 92243
Al-Anon/Alateen Outreach Meeting – 3rd Tuesday of every month, 7pm-8pm, ON ZOOM
Next Meetings: January 20
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7526995666?pwd=V2xVeXJXUTZBQU41ZVpoMTYybDFmQT09&omn=86426925306
Meeting ID: 752 699 5666
Passcode: EJH6dK
Alateen Meetings
Mondays 5:30pm – Poway THIS MEETING NEEDS SUPPORT
IN PERSON: Poway Alano Club, 13939 Poway Road, Suite 10, Poway 92064 *FLYER*
ON ZOOM: To join the Zoom meeting, email [email protected]
Mondays 6pm – El Cajon
New Beginning Alateen - East Valley Christian Fellowship, 10469 Ridge Hill Road, El Cajon 92021
(with a concurrent Al-Anon Meeting) *FLYER
Wednesdays 6pm-7pm – San Diego
Wednesday Night Alateen – In Person - Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, Second Floor, 4321 East Gate Mall, San Diego 92121 – Currently attended by ages 8-12
Thursdays 6pm - Encinitas
Never Alone Alateen - Seacoast Community Church, Room
A-7, 1049 Regal Road, Encinitas 92024 - Ages 8-18 -meets at the same time as Stepped-Up By-the-Sea Women’s AFG.
Thursdays 5:30pm – Chula Vista
I’m OK, I Belong, I Am Not Alone – Risen Savior Church – 625 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista *FLYER*
Sunday 7:00pm – San Diego
Free To Be Me Alateen – Penasquitos Lutheran Church, 14484 Penasquitos Drive, San Diego, 92129 – meet in room B-202 upstairs – meets at the same time as Just for Today Al-Anon Family Group next door.
Al-Anon Meeting Updates / Needing Support
Sundays, 6:30pm-7:30pm – NEW MEETING – Living the Solution AFG
Our primary focus will be focusing on the 12 Steps – Tierrasanta Lutheran Church, 11240 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego 92124 *FLYER*
Thursdays, 6pm – NEW MEETING STARTS JANUARY 1
Pacific Beach – Opening our Hearts, Transforming our Losses - Beginning January 1st, we will have a new, hybrid meeting – North Shores Alano Club, 4861 Cass Street, San Diego 92109 – Zoom ID: 755 1587 6571 Passcode: gzJ9GP *FLYER*
NOTE: Al-Anon Meeting Updates/Need Support will be posted for three months. If you have a meeting update or need support to keep your meeting listed, please submit it HERE.
For Meeting Changes to the Al-Anon San Diego website, please email [email protected].
Thursdays, 6pm – NEW MEETING STARTS JANUARY 1!
Pacific Beach – Opening our Hearts, Transforming our Losses - Beginning January 1st, we will have a new,
hybrid meeting – North Shores Alano Club, 4861 Cass Street, San Diego 92109 – Zoom ID: 755 1587 6571
Passcode: gzJ9GP *FLYER*
NOTE: Al-Anon Meeting Updates/Need Support will be posted for three months. If you have a meeting
update or need support to keep your meeting listed, please submit it HERE.
For Meeting Changes to the Al-Anon San Diego website, please email [email protected].
Calendar of Events
Sunday, January 18, 2026 through February 22, 2026
Un Dia a la Vez – Unity Meetings for January and February – 4700 N. River Road, Oceanside 92057 *FLYER*
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 7pm
Get ready for the best Glee Anon ever! Glee Anon “An Al-Anon Carol 2026” – this is a fundraiser for the AIS office – Unity San Diego, 2770 Altadena Avenue, San Diego 92105 – Suggested donation of $15 – tickets can be purchased on the Al-Anon website or at the door *FLYER*
Monday, February 23, 2026 @ 6/6:30pm
Vista Strictly Alanon – Speaker Meeting. Potluck begins at 6:00pm with the speaker portion beginning at 6:30pm. The speaker for the night is Michael L. of Carlsbad. North Coast Church, 2405 N. Santa Fe, Vista, CA – Junior High Room *FLYER*
Monday, March 9, 2026, 6:30pm
District 75 In-Person Dinner Gathering – Join District 75 for a relaxed, in person dinner gathering focused on getting to know one another, sharing fellowship and strengthening our connections across the district. This evening is designed to be social and welcoming, with minimal business and plenty of time to connect – Pizza and salad will be provided – feel free to bring your favorite dish to share if you like - AIS Office – 26678 Camino del Rio South, Suite 208, San Diego 92108 –*FLYER*
Friday-Sunday, March 13-15, 2026
49th Annual SoCal AFG Convention - Riding the Road to Serenity – Doubletree Hotel, 222 North Vineyard Avenue, Ontario 91764 *FLYER*
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 6:30 pm-8pm
Come enjoy a night of fellowship with snacks at 6:00p.m. and some experience, strength and hope from the host group for the March Speaker Meeting, Rise and Shine Temecula. The 15-minute speaker is Royal and the 40-minute speaker is Suzie! Speakers begin promptly at 6:30p.m. Bring your own snacks as well to share if you feel called to! La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8458 La Mesa Blvd., La Mesa 91941.
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 6pm-9pm
Join us for Taco ‘bout Bingo Night, a San Diego Spring Round Up Al-Anon and Alateen Fundraiser – Get 8 bingo cards for a $15 entry (you can purchase more if you like), enjoy some tacos, prizes, silent auction, and opportunity drawing – Donation-based dessert table to support Alateen – Please bring a side dish or dessert to share – Basket and silent auction donations are greatly appreciated – St. Lukes Lutheran Church, 5150 Wilson Street, La Mesa 91942 *FLYER*
Saturday, March 21, 2026, 3:00pm. GLEE ANON
Our only North County Afternoon Performance. Come join Ebenezer Scrounge as he is visited by three spirits and learns about the importance of the 12 traditions! Please bring a treat or savory snack to share and bring your SPIRIT! King of Kings Lutheran Church, 2993 MacDonald, St., Oceanside, CA 92054. *FLYER*
Thursday-Sunday, April 2-5, 2026, 49th Annual San Diego Spring Round Up
Plan now to attend San Diego’s hottest event! Registration is open and early bird prices are available – www.sandiegospringroundup.com *FLYER*
Friday, April 24, 2026, 10am-11:30am
You are invited to “Back to Basics” AFG’s 27th Anniversary Meeting – Three 10-minute speakers on recovery topics with question and answer time – ONLINE – Zoom ID: 878 648 776 Passcode 031435 or use this link the link below – Questions? Email [email protected]
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 12pm
Save the date! Working the 12 Steps in AA and Alanon with Kyle and Kristen A – San Marcos Noon AFG, 1147 Discovery Street, San Marcos, 92078 *FLYER*
October 16-18, 2026 – SAVE THE DATE – 2026 SCAAC with Al-Anon and Alateen participation
The Westin in Rancho Mirage
Late October/Early November 2026 – SAVE THE DATE – xlv Al-Anon & Alateen California Spanish Convention
San Diego will proudly host the XLV Al-Anon and Alateen California Spanish Convention – Our Service Board is preparing with enthusiasm to bring this meaningful event to life – Actual dates will be available soon *FLYER*
Office Report
SAN DIEGO OFFICE HOURS
Monday and Friday: Closed
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 10am - 4pm
First Saturday of the Month: 10am - 1 pm
Other Saturdays: By Appointment Only – please email [email protected]
CONTACT THE OFFICE
~ PLEASE CALL BEFORE COMING TO THE OFFICE TO ENSURE IT IS OPEN ~
(619) 296-2666 (24/7)
WE ARE OPEN THE FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH: March 7, 10am-1pm
Message From Your Board
Chair Message
Dear Al-Anon Friends,
I would like to begin by offering heartfelt thanks to the 2025 San Diego County AFG Area Information Service Office (AIS) Board Members for your time, dedication, and service over the past year. A special note of gratitude goes to those rotating off the Board - David M, Cindi H, Edna M, Ron P, Susan L, and Dayna H. Many of you served for three or more years, often stepping into roles when volunteers were scarce. Your willingness to say “yes” when it mattered most made a real difference, and we are deeply grateful.
To those continuing into 2026 - Sherry M, Ted P, Katrina D, Janice G, Devon M, and Dora S - thank you for your ongoing service and steady support of our AIS community. Your commitment helps to keep our area strong and connected.
I would also like to extend a warm welcome to our new Board members: Jayne T, Kathy L, Patti H, Danielle A, Joy B, and Tessa R. Thank you for your commitment to both the Al-Anon community and your personal programs. This round of nominations had the strongest participation the AIS Board has seen in several years, and that is something to celebrate. Participation truly is the key to harmony.
A full list of the 2026 AIS Board members, their positions, and contact information can be found above. We welcome your questions, your ideas, and your voices. We are here to serve you.
When I think of my recovery in Al-Anon, service is at the top of the list of “things that got me where I am today.” Through service, I’ve gained many unexpected gifts: confidence, patience, and a deeper understanding of how to live the Al-Anon principles in real time. I’ve learned to lean on the Traditions and the slogans - to pause before reacting, and to ask myself, “How important is it?” - not just in meetings, but in everyday life. Service continues to be one of the greatest teachers in my program, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to continue that journey.
I encourage each of you to consider service - whether at your home group, at the district level, or beyond. Service is another way we express gratitude for what we have received in Al-Anon.
Finally, Glee Anon is back! Please join us on Saturday, February 21st, 2026, at 7:00pm at Unity San Diego for Glee Anon: An Al-Anon Carol.
If you haven’t attended before, Glee Anon is a musical performance created and performed by Al-Anon members, set to familiar and popular songs with a distinctly Al-Anon twist. It is truly one of my favorite events of the year, and I hope you won’t miss out on the laughter, music, and fellowship.
Tickets may be purchased online at alanonsandiego.org or at the door, with a $15 suggested donation. This is the first of three fundraisers benefitting the AIS Office. Contributions are used by the Service Board to maintain the office and bookstore, spread the message through public outreach, and so much more. I hope to see you all there!
With gratitude,
Alexa C.
Chair, AIS Board
HELP WITH KEEPING MEETING INFORMATION UP TO DATE
Are you rotating out of service or volunteering as a new representative for your group as a Group Representative (GR), an Intergroup Service Representative (ISR), or a new Current Mailing Address (CMA)?
The WSO states that all group changes must be made through the Southern California World Service Office (SCWS), which will then notify the San Diego Area Information Service Office. When updating information for a new (GR), an (ISR), or a new (CMA), it is essential to add the new information and ask that the old information be removed! Click the following link to check and update your groups’ information: https://scws-al-anon.org/al-anon-group-change-form/.
We currently have 168 registered Al-Anon and Alateen groups in San Diego and only 67 registered ISRs. Please, consider volunteering for this important service position. If you have any questions, you can contact me at [email protected].
With gratitude,
Sherry M., Ex-Officio, 2026 San Diego AIS Board
Intercom Chair Report
HOW TO SUBMIT AN EVENT/NEW MEETING TO THE INTERCOM:
Go to www.AlanonSanDiego.org and, on the top menu bar, select INTERCOM. Then select SUBMIT EVENT TO THE INTERCOM. There will be a form for you to complete. You can also attach a flyer, which should be in PDF, .jpg/.png file format.
For AL-ANON MEETING UPDATES/MEETINGS NEEDING SUPPORT, your submission will be posted for three months. If you want it posted for longer than that, please resubmit it.
DUE DATE FOR SUBMISSIONS: 5pm on the 15th of each month
If possible, please get it in before that time.
Danielle A.
Intercom Chair
Financials
Group Contributions
Area News
District meetings and DR contact information can be found online:
DISTRICT 69 https://www.alanonsandiego.org/district-69
DISTRICT 72 https://www.alanonsandiego.org/district-72
DISTRICT 75 https://www.alanonsandiego.org/district-75
DISTRICT MAP https://www.alanonsandiego.org/district-map
ISR PAGE https://www.alanonsandiego.org/isr
AISL PAGE https://www.alanonsandiego.org/aisl
SAN DIEGO ISR https://www.alanonsandiego.org/latest-news-reports
Service Board / ISR / District Meetings
Al-Anon Service Board Meeting – 2nd Saturday of every month, 9am
Next Meetings: January 10 February 14 March 14
Zoom ID 752 699 5666 Passcode EJH6dK
ISR - 2nd Saturday of every odd-numbered month, 10:30am-11:45am
Next Meetings: March 14
Zoom ID 752 699 5666 Passcode EJH6dK
GET THE LATEST AND GREATEST ISR INFORMATION: www.alanonsandiego.org/isr
District 69 Meeting – 2nd Tuesday of every odd-numbered month EXCEPT JANUARY, 7pm-8:30pm
Next Meetings: January 27 March 10 (Most likely in person with a potluck, location TBD)
Hybrid Meeting - In-person at San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Road, San Marcos, and on Zoom at Zoom ID 992882 9478 Passcode District69
Contact Werner if any questions at [email protected]
District 72 Meeting – 4th Saturday of every even-numbered month, 10am-12pm
Next Meetings: February 28
Hybrid Meeting - In-person at Atonement Lutheran Church,
10245 Loma Rancho Drive, Spring Valley – For Zoom information, contact Randy B at [email protected]
District 75 Meeting – 2nd Monday of every odd-numberedmonth, 6:30pm
Next Meetings: March 9
Zoom ID 844 825 5675 Passcode 209247
Questions? Email [email protected]
See the FLYER for service opportunities!
District 78 Meeting – 3rd Thursday of every odd-numbered month, 6pm-7:30pm
Next Meetings: March 19
1400 N. Imperial Avenue, Apt 141, El Centro 92243
Al-Anon/Alateen Outreach Meeting – 3rd Tuesday of every month, 7pm-8pm, ON ZOOM
Next Meetings: January 20
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7526995666?pwd=V2xVeXJXUTZBQU41ZVpoMTYybDFmQT09&omn=86426925306
Meeting ID: 752 699 5666
Passcode: EJH6dK
Alateen Meetings
Mondays 5:30pm – Poway THIS MEETING NEEDS SUPPORT
IN PERSON: Poway Alano Club, 13939 Poway Road, Suite 10, Poway 92064 *FLYER* ON ZOOM: To join the Zoom meeting, email Lynn or Jennifer at [email protected] or call/text (858)735-8318
Mondays 6pm – El Cajon
New Beginning Alateen - East Valley Christian Fellowship, 10469 Ridge Hill Road, El Cajon 92021 (with a concurrent Al-Anon Meeting) *
Wednesdays 6pm-7pm – San Diego
Wednesday Night Alateen – In Person - Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, Second Floor, 4321 East Gate Mall, San Diego 92121 – Currently attended by ages 8-12
Thursdays 6pm - Encinitas
Never Alone Alateen - Seacoast Community Church, Room A-7, 1049 Regal Road, Encinitas 92024 - Ages 8-18 -meets at the same time as Stepped-Up By-the-Sea Women’s AFG.
Thursdays 6:30pm – Chula Vista
I’m OK, I Belong, I Am Not Alone – Risen Savior Church – 625 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista *FLYER*
Sunday 7:00pm – San Diego
Free To Be Me Alateen – Penasquitos Lutheran Church, 14484 Penasquitos Drive, San Diego, 92129 – meet in room B-201 upstairs – meets at the same time as Just for Today AFG
Al-Anon Meeting Updates / Needing Support
Sundays, 6:30pm-7:30pm – NEW MEETING – Living the Solution AFG
Our primary focus will be focusing on the 12 Steps – Tierrasanta Lutheran Church, 11240 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego 92124 *FLYER*
Thursdays, 6pm – NEW MEETING STARTS JANUARY 12
Pacific Beach – Opening our Hearts, Transforming our Losses - Beginning January 1st, we will have a new, hybrid meeting – North Shores Alano Club, 4861 Cass Street, San Diego 92109 – Zoom ID: 755 1587 6571 Passcode: gzJ9GP – questions, contact Maggie (619)855-8117 *FLYER*
NOTE: Al-Anon Meeting Updates/Need Support will be posted for three months. If you have a meeting update or need support to keep your meeting listed, please submit it HERE.
For Meeting Changes to the Al-Anon San Diego website, please email [email protected]
Thursdays, 6pm – NEW MEETING STARTS JANUARY 1!
Pacific Beach – Opening our Hearts, Transforming our Losses - Beginning January 1st, we will have a new,
hybrid meeting – North Shores Alano Club, 4861 Cass Street, San Diego 92109 – Zoom ID: 755 1587 6571
Passcode: gzJ9GP *FLYER*
NOTE: Al-Anon Meeting Updates/Need Support will be posted for three months. If you have a meeting
update or need support to keep your meeting listed, please submit it HERE.
For Meeting Changes to the Al-Anon San Diego website, please email [email protected].
Calendar of Events
Sunday, January 18, 2026 through February 22, 2026
Un Dia a la Vez – Unity Meetings for January and February – 4700 N. River Road, Oceanside 92057 *FLYER*
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 7pm-8:30pm
Wednesday Night Recovering Adult Children AFG invites you to the 40th Anniversary Speaker Meeting – St. John of the Cross Church, 8086 Broadway, Lemon Grove 91945 – Speaker: Niki from Joy in Recovery Monday night meeting - we are in the Sound Room of the Kirk Center which is a small room on the side of the church *FLYER*
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 12pm-1pm
San Marcos Noon AFG 11th Anniversary Celebration – Four of our group members will share their recovery stories – Snacks will be provided – St. Mark’s Catholic Church, 1147 Discovery Street, Healy Hall, San Marcos 92078 *FLYER*
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 6pm-9pm
Descubriendo Nuevas Opciones HAA – Aparten fecha - Tradicional Cena Italiana Pro-SDSRUP 2026 Tema: La gran pregunta en las relaciones, me quedo o me voy? Oradora invitada: PSIC, Ximena Diaz St. Marks Lutheran Church -Jacobson Hall, 580 Hilltop Dr Chula Vista CA 91910 Donativo $25 *FLYER*
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 6:30pm-8pm
San Diego AFG Speaker Meeting – Host Group Al-Anon for Parents – 15-Minute Speaker – 40-Minute Speaker Luis - La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa – Bring finger foods if you like *FLYER*
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 7pm
Glee Anon presents “Serenity Now” – An Al-Anon Carol – this performance to benefit the Al-Anon and Alateen participation in the San Diego Spring Round Up – Suggested donation is $15 – Refreshments to benefit Alateen – Parking Passes Available – Arrive early for parking lot access – St. Peter’s Church, 1 Parish Lane, Del Mar 92014 *FLYER*
Sunday, February 8, 2026, 1pm
SCAAC Al-Anon Committee Planning Meetings – Planning meetings for the Al-Anon committee of the Southern California AA Convention with Al-Anon/Alateen participation – occurs each month beginning on this date – 502 Club, 510 S. 2nd Street Room $10, Covina, CA *FLYER*
Friday, February 13, 2026, 6:56pm Fellowship / Speaker Meeting 6:15pm-7:30pm
SOS Women’s Speaker Meeting – AA women’s speaker meeting with Al-Anon as their guest speaker – Speaker: Lisa F and Mona – Finger foods and desserts – United Methodist Church, 800 West Mission Road, San Marcos 92069
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 7pm
Get ready for the best Glee Anon ever! Glee Anon “An Al-Anon Carol 2026” – this is a fundraiser for the AIS office – Unity San Diego, 2770 Altadena Avenue, San Diego 92105 – Suggested donation of $15 – tickets can be purchased on the Al-Anon website or at the door *FLYER*
Monday, March 9, 2026, 6:30pm
District 75 In-Person Dinner Gathering – Join District 75 for a relaxed, in person dinner gathering focused on getting to know one another, sharing fellowship and strengthening our connections across the district. This evening is designed to be social and welcoming, with minimal business and plenty of time to connect – Pizza and salad will be provided – feel free to bring your favorite dish to share if you like - AIS Office – 26678 Camino del Rio South, Suite 208, San Diego 92108 *FLYER*
Friday-Sunday, March 13-15, 2026
49th Annual SoCal AFG Convention - Riding the Road to Serenity – Doubletree Hotel, 222 North Vineyard Avenue, Ontario 91764 *FLYER*
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 6pm-9pm
Join us for Taco ‘bout Bingo Night, a San Diego Spring Round Up Al-Anon and Alateen Fundraiser – Get 8 bingo cards for a $15 entry (you can purchase more if you like), enjoy some tacos, prizes, silent auction, and opportunity drawing – Donation-based dessert table to support Alateen – Please bring a side dish or dessert to share – Basket and silent auction donations are greatly appreciated – St. Lukes Lutheran Church, 5150 Wilson Street, La Mesa 91942 *FLYER*
Thursday-Sunday, April 2-5, 2026, 49th Annual San Diego Spring Round Up
Plan now to attend San Diego’s hottest event! Registration is open and early bird prices are available – www.sandiegospringroundup.com *FLYER*
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10am-11:30am
You are invited to “Back to Basics” AFG’s 27th Anniversary Meeting – Three 10-minute speakers on recovery topics with question and answer time – ONLINE – Zoom ID: 878 648 776 Passcode 031435 or use this link the link below – Questions? Email [email protected]
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/878648776?pwd=bC9CV0llU3hWVjJvV1lMbDZjRDA3Zz09
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 12pm
Save the date! Working the 12 Steps in AA and Alanon with Kyle and Kristen A – San Marcos Noon AFG, 1147 Discovery Street, San Marcos, 92078 *FLYER*
October 16-18, 2026 – SAVE THE DATE – 2026 SCAAC with Al-Anon and Alateen participation The Westin in Rancho Mirage
Late October/Early November 2026 – SAVE THE DATE – xlv Al-Anon & Alateen California Spanish Convention
San Diego will proudly host the XLV Al-Anon and Alateen California Spanish Convention – Our Service Board is preparing with enthusiasm to bring this meaningful event to life – Actual dates will be available soon *FLYER*
Office Report
SAN DIEGO OFFICE HOURS
Monday and Friday: Closed
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 10am - 4pm
First Saturday of the Month: 10am - 1 pm
Other Saturdays: By Appointment Only – please email [email protected]
CONTACT THE OFFICE
~ PLEASE CALL BEFORE COMING TO THE OFFICE TO ENSURE IT IS OPEN ~
(619) 296-2666 (24/7)
WE ARE OPEN THE FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH: February 7, 10am-1pm
Message From Your Board
Chair Message
Dear Al-Anon Friends,
I would like to begin by offering heartfelt thanks to the 2025 San Diego County AFG Area Information Service Office (AIS) Board Members for your time, dedication, and service over the past year. A special note of gratitude goes to those rotating off the Board - David M, Cindi H, Edna M, Ron P, Susan L, and Dayna H. Many of you served for three or more years, often stepping into roles when volunteers were scarce. Your willingness to say “yes” when it mattered most made a real difference, and we are deeply grateful.
To those continuing into 2026 - Sherry M, Ted P, Katrina D, Janice G, Devon M, and Dora S - thank you for your ongoing service and steady support of our AIS community. Your commitment helps to keep our area strong and connected.
I would also like to extend a warm welcome to our new Board members: Jayne T, Kathy L, Patti H, Danielle A, Joy B, and Tessa R. Thank you for your commitment to both the Al-Anon community and your personal programs. This round of nominations had the strongest participation the AIS Board has seen in several years, and that is something to celebrate. Participation truly is the key to harmony.
A full list of the 2026 AIS Board members, their positions, and contact information can be found above. We welcome your questions, your ideas, and your voices. We are here to serve you.
When I think of my recovery in Al-Anon, service is at the top of the list of “things that got me where I am today.” Through service, I’ve gained many unexpected gifts: confidence, patience, and a deeper understanding of how to live the Al-Anon principles in real time. I’ve learned to lean on the Traditions and the slogans - to pause before reacting, and to ask myself, “How important is it?” - not just in meetings, but in everyday life. Service continues to be one of the greatest teachers in my program, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to continue that journey.
I encourage each of you to consider service - whether at your home group, at the district level, or beyond. Service is another way we express gratitude for what we have received in Al-Anon.
Finally, Glee Anon is back! Please join us on Saturday, February 21st, 2026, at 7:00pm at Unity San Diego for Glee Anon: An Al-Anon Carol.
If you haven’t attended before, Glee Anon is a musical performance created and performed by Al-Anon members, set to familiar and popular songs with a distinctly Al-Anon twist. It is truly one of my favorite events of the year, and I hope you won’t miss out on the laughter, music, and fellowship.
Tickets may be purchased online at alanonsandiego.org or at the door, with a $15 suggested donation. This is the first of three fundraisers benefitting the AIS Office. Contributions are used by the Service Board to maintain the office and bookstore, spread the message through public outreach, and so much more. I hope to see you all there!
With gratitude,
Alexa C.
Chair, AIS Board
Outgoing Intercom Chair Report
It has been a privilege providing members with a colorful, organized, and relatively accurate Intercom for the last three years. 😊
As of January 24, Danielle will be the new Intercom Chair, making this a good opportunity to review how to submit events for inclusion in the Intercom and when submissions are due. The goal of the Intercom chair is to get the Intercom out by the 20th of the month prior.
HOW TO SUBMIT AN EVENT/NEW MEETING TO THE INTERCOM:
Go to www.AlanonSanDiego.org and, on the top menu bar, select INTERCOM. Then select SUBMIT EVENT TO THE INTERCOM. There will be a form for you to complete. You can also attach a flyer.
For AL-ANON MEETING UPDATES/MEETINGS NEEDING SUPPORT, your submission will be posted for three months. If you want it posted for longer than that, please resubmit it.
DUE DATE FOR SUBMISSIONS: 5pm on the 15th of each month
If possible, please get it in before that time.
Thank you for all of your support over the last three years, and I know you will be as supportive of Danielle as you have been to me. Thank you for letting me be of service, playing with fonts and margins!
Susan L
Outgoing Intercom Chair
