Area News

District meetings and DR contact information can be found online:

District 69: https://www.alanonsandiego.org/district-69

District 69 has Zelle for contributions!

Members can now use Zelle for District 69 contributions. Please scan the QR code on the attached flyer to submit payment, and don’t forget to reference your group name and WSO#. Please contact our Treasurer if you have questions: Victoria R at [email protected] or (619)840-9109. Checks are also accepted at District 69, PO Box 2101, San Marcos, 92079

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 Board Alateen 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: September 13 October 11 November 8 December 13

Zoom ID 752 699 5666 Passcode EJH6dK

ISR - 2nd Saturday of every odd-numbered month, 10:30am-11:45am

Next Meetings: September 13 November 8

Zoom ID 752 699 5666 Passcode EJH6Dk

District 69 Meeting – 2nd Tuesday of every odd-numbered month, 7pm

Next Meetings: November 11

Hybrid Meeting - In-person at San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Road, San Marcos, and on Zoom at Zoom ID 395 556 4737 Passcode 755000

District 72 Meeting – 4th Saturday of every even-numbered month, 10am-12pm

Next Meetings: October 18 December 20

Hybrid Meeting - In-person at Atonement Lutheran Church, 10245 Loma Rancho Drive, Spring Valley – ForZoom information, contact Randy B at [email protected]

District 75 Meeting – 2nd Monday of every odd-numbered month, 6:30pm

Next Meetings: November 10

Zoom ID 822 4085 1324 Passcode 75

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82240851324?pwd=QUJMaFp1Tmx0RHlaMzVmVjVNL2lrUT09

District 78 Meeting – 3rd Thursday of every odd-numbered month, 6pm-7:30pm

Next Meetings: September 18 November 20

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: September 16 October 21 November 18 December 16

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7526995666?pwd=V2xVeXJXUTZBQU41ZVpoMTYybDFmQT09&omn=8642692

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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 – For more information, contact Angela (619) 890-8456 or Aimee at (619)417-9166

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 / Questions? Pam W (619)549-9216 – Susan A (510)851-5204 – Lety C (616)792-6042 *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

2025 New AMIAS Training Schedule

All meetings are held from 7pm-9pm Pacific Time on the 2nd Sunday of even months and the 2nd Wednesday of odd months.

Sunday, October 12

Wednesday, November 12

Sunday, December 14

Al-Anon Meeting Updates / Needing Support

Tuesdays, 10:30am-11:30am - Dare to Hope AFG Needs Support

Poway Recovery Center, 13939 Poway Road, Poway 92064 – Our cute recovery-decorated room is in the center of the building, door on the east side – Al-Anon sign in the window – Parking front and back

Thursdays, 11:30am – Al-Anon Book Study Needs Support – Great for Newcomers!

Reading “How Al-Anon Works” (books change when we complete the current book – the group selects the book) – North Coast United Methodist Church, 1501 Kelly Street, Oceanside 92054 *FLYER*

Thursdays, 12:15pm-1:15pm – Journey to Joy AFG Needs Support

Zoom ID 205 375 3323 Passcode Samaritan 2 – Newcomers Welcome! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2053753323?pwd=M0NGdHBiTWdVa3lmMU5oSmg4c0k4QT09

Wednesdays, 7pm-8pm – 12 Step Encinitas Book Study Needs Support

San Dieguito Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas 92024, Classroom 11 – Follow the “classroom” signs from the parking lot, walk to the right of the office building, then take a left through the gate to the inner courtyard to classroom 11

Saturdays, 10am-11:30am – Saturday Morning Discussion & Newcomers Needs Support

Oceanside Alano Club, 4198 Mission Avenue, Oceanside 92057 – Questions? Call/Text (760)429-6952

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

Mondays, 6:30pm – Hot August Nights Steps – Applying the Steps in All Our Relationships

Bring your favorite beverage and enjoy an evening of recovery and fellowship while relaxing in your chair. Facilitators are Katrina D and Michele K – Zoom ID 837 5444 1205 Passcode alanon *FLYER*

Saturday, September 13, 2025, 2pm-4:30pm

District 75 Presents: Progress in Recovery – Join us for: 4 Topics / 4 Speakers / Open Sharing / Raffles, Snacks - Unity San Diego, 3770 Altadena Avenue, San Diego 92105 – Fellowship at a local restaurant after – ALL DISTRICTS, GROUPS, AND NEWCOMERS WELCOME - $5 suggested contributions – To RSVP, scan QR code on the flyer *FLYER*

Sunday, September 14, 2025 8am Walk / 9am Meeting/Potluck

Footprints in the Sand 40th Anniversary Meeting – 8am Walk on the Beach and 9am Participation Meeting with a potluck immediately following – Bring a chair or blanket – Childcare provided – Buccaneer Beach Park, 1506 South Pacific Street, Oceanside 92054 *FLYER*

Sunday, September 14, 2025, 12pm

Glee-Anon Auditions! Glee-Anon is holding auditions for our 2025 show – we will be casting singing and non-singing parts – NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED, just a willingness to attend rehearsals and shows. – Rehearsals will be on Sundays in North County San Diego – We are also looking for backstage assistance, such as stage manager, audio, and other needs – Please email Stefanie at [email protected] with any questions and to get notified when auditions will take place.

Sunday, September 14, 2025, 1pm-4pm

AMIAS (Al-Anon Members in Alateen Service) Meet and Greet – All SoCal Districts Welcome – A casual in- person outdoor gathering in San Diego County for all Southern California AMIAS and those interested in Alateen Service. Bring a friend! – Snacks, fun, and fellowship – For more information, location, and to RSVP: Ron P, Alateen Chair, [email protected] *FLYER*

Thursday, September 25, 2025, 10am-11:45am

BONITA ROCKS with RECOVERY as we celebrate Bonita PTA’s 24th Anniversary Party with “STEPping Stones to Success.” Potluck brunch from 10am-11am and guest speaker from 11am-11:45am. Will have fabulous raffle prizes throughout the morning. A great way to start your day! At the Church of the Good Shepherd, 3990 Bonita Road, Bonita

Sunday, September 28, 2025, 9am

Un Dia a la Vez – Primer Paso & Honestidad – Speaker: Abraham – 4700 N. River Road, Oceanside, 92057 *FLYER*

Monday, September 29, 2025, 7pm

Carlsbad Discussion AFG is having it’s 5th Monday Speaker Meeting – Speaker: George M from Oceanside – St. Michael’s By The Sea, 2775 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad 92008 *FLYER*

Monday, October 6, 2025, 7pm

Parents AFG of North County Island – 12th Anniversary Speaker Meeting – A NIGHT OF HOPE – Ellen M from Birmingham, AL will share her experience, strength, and hope – Zoom ID: 832 4585 6401 (No password) *FLYER*

Saturday, October 11, 2025, 6:30pm-8pm

This is the second Saturday of the month due to Oktoberfest in La Mesa San Diego AFG Speaker Meeting – Host Group: What a Concept – 15-Minute Speaker: TBD – 40-Minute Speaker: Charles - La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa – Bring finger foods if you like – It’s our 17th Birthday and we’ll have cake! *FLYER*

Friday-Sunday, October 17-19, 2025

Santa Clarita Valley AA Convention with Al-Anon Participation – Al-Anon Speakers Maria D, Rancho Mirage,Mondays, 6:30pm – Hot August Nights Steps – Applying the Steps in All Our Relationships Bring your favorite beverage and enjoy an evening of recovery and fellowship while relaxing in your chair. Facilitators are Katrina D and Michele K – Zoom ID 837 5444 1205 Passcode alanon *FLYER*

Saturday, September 13, 2025, 2pm-4:30pm

District 75 Presents: Progress in Recovery – Join us for: 4 Topics / 4 Speakers / Open Sharing / Raffles, Snacks - Unity San Diego, 3770 Altadena Avenue, San Diego 92105 – Fellowship at a local restaurant after – ALL DISTRICTS, GROUPS, AND NEWCOMERS WELCOME - $5 suggested contributions – To RSVP, scan QR code on the flyer *FLYER*

Sunday, September 14, 2025 8am Walk / 9am Meeting/Potluck

Footprints in the Sand 40th Anniversary Meeting – 8am Walk on the Beach and 9am Participation Meeting with a potluck immediately following – Bring a chair or blanket – Childcare provided – Buccaneer Beach Park, 1506 South Pacific Street, Oceanside 92054 *FLYER*

Sunday, September 14, 2025, 12pm

Glee-Anon Auditions! Glee-Anon is holding auditions for our 2025 show – we will be casting singing and non-singing parts – NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED, just a willingness to attend rehearsals and shows. – Rehearsals will be on Sundays in North County San Diego – We are also looking for backstage assistance, such as stage manager, audio, and other needs – Please email Stefanie at [email protected] with any questions and to get notified when auditions will take place.

Sunday, September 14, 2025, 1pm-4pm

AMIAS (Al-Anon Members in Alateen Service) Meet and Greet – All SoCal Districts Welcome – A casual in- person outdoor gathering in San Diego County for all Southern California AMIAS and those interested in Alateen Service. Bring a friend! – Snacks, fun, and fellowship – For more information, location, and to RSVP: Ron P, Alateen Chair, [email protected] *FLYER*

Thursday, September 25, 2025, 10am-11:45am

BONITA ROCKS with RECOVERY as we celebrate Bonita PTA’s 24th Anniversary Party with “STEPping Stones to Success.” Potluck brunch from 10am-11am and guest speaker from 11am-11:45am. Will have fabulous raffle prizes throughout the morning. A great way to start your day! At the Church of the Good Shepherd, 3990 Bonita Road, Bonita

Sunday, September 28, 2025, 9am

Un Dia a la Vez – Primer Paso & Honestidad – Speaker: Abraham – 4700 N. River Road, Oceanside, 92057 *FLYER*

Monday, September 29, 2025, 7pm

Carlsbad Discussion AFG is having it’s 5th Monday Speaker Meeting – Speaker: George M from Oceanside – St. Michael’s By The Sea, 2775 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad 92008 *FLYER*

Monday, October 6, 2025, 7pm

Parents AFG of North County Island – 12th Anniversary Speaker Meeting – A NIGHT OF HOPE – Ellen M from Birmingham, AL will share her experience, strength, and hope – Zoom ID: 832 4585 6401 (No password) *FLYER*

Saturday, October 11, 2025, 6:30pm-8pm

This is the second Saturday of the month due to Oktoberfest in La Mesa San Diego AFG Speaker Meeting – Host Group: What a Concept – 15-Minute Speaker: TBD – 40-Minute Speaker: Charles - La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa – Bring finger foods if you like – It’s our 17th Birthday and we’ll have cake! *FLYER*

Friday-Sunday, October 17-19, 2025

Santa Clarita Valley AA Convention with Al-Anon Participation – Al-Anon Speakers Maria D, Rancho Mirage, Emelinda M, Cathedral City, Danny B, Torrance, Joellen A, and Jessica F, Woodland Hills, Embassy Suites by Hilton Valencia, 28508 Westinghouse Place, Valencia 91355 – Tickets and information at aascvconvention.org and [email protected] *FLYER*

Sunday, October 19, 2025, 12pm

San Diego Spring Round Up Al-Anon Fundraiser to support Alateen – CARNIVAL GAMES & VISIT THE ALPACAS – Get 10 Carnival Games for $10 – Hotdog Meal for $7 – Visit the alpacas (hand-feed for a donation) – Hazpaca Alpaca Ranch, 20781 Deerhorn Valley Road, Jamul 91935 *FLYER*

Thursday, October 30, 2025, 12pm

San Marcos Thursday Noon AFG is having a speaker meeting – Speaker: Linda R from Oceanside – St. Mark’s Roman Catholic Church, 1147 Discovery Lane, San Marcos, in Healy Hall *FLYER*

Saturday, November 1, 2025, 6:30pm-8pm

San Diego AFG Speaker Meeting – Host Group: What a Concept – 15-Minute Speaker TBA – 40-Minute Speaker: Charles - La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa – Bring finger foods if you like *FLYER*

Saturday, November 22, 2025, 6pm

San Diego Spring Round Up Al-Anon Fundraiser – GRATEFUL GET TOGETHER BINGO NIGHT Tickets $10 and include 8 bingo cards – additional cards are available $1 each. Bring the family for a night of fellowship and fun – bring a dish or dessert to share, and donations for the drawing – Donations-based Ice Cream Sundae/Dessert Table with proceeds to benefit Alateen - FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY DRAWING! – Will also be selling opportunity drawing tickets for Round Up Events (Al-Anon luncheon, AA dinner, Spiritual Breakfast, and one-night hotel stay) - St. Luke's Lutheran Church 5150 Wilson Street, La Mesa *FLYER*

Saturday, December 6, 2025, 6:30pm-8pm

San Diego AFG Speaker Meeting – Host Group and Speakers TBA – La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa – Bring finger foods if you like

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* The Al-Anon SDSRU Committee is looking for people who want to have fun and grow through volunteering! Please email John at [email protected] *FLYER*Emelinda M, Cathedral City, Danny B, Torrance, Joellen A, and Jessica F, Woodland Hills, Embassy Suites by Hilton Valencia, 28508 Westinghouse Place, Valencia 91355 – Tickets and information at aascvconvention.org and [email protected] *FLYER*

Sunday, October 19, 2025, 12pm

San Diego Spring Round Up Al-Anon Fundraiser to support Alateen – CARNIVAL GAMES & VISIT THE ALPACAS – Get 10 Carnival Games for $10 – Hotdog Meal for $7 – Visit the alpacas (hand-feed for a donation) – Hazpaca Alpaca Ranch, 20781 Deerhorn Valley Road, Jamul 91935 *FLYER*

Thursday, October 30, 2025, 12pm

San Marcos Thursday Noon AFG is having a speaker meeting – Speaker: Linda R from Oceanside – St. Mark’s Roman Catholic Church, 1147 Discovery Lane, San Marcos, in Healy Hall *FLYER*

Saturday, November 1, 2025, 6:30pm-8pm

San Diego AFG Speaker Meeting – Host Group: What a Concept – 15-Minute Speaker TBA – 40-Minute Speaker: Charles - La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa – Bring finger foods if you like *FLYER*

Saturday, November 22, 2025, 6pm

San Diego Spring Round Up Al-Anon Fundraiser – GRATEFUL GET TOGETHER BINGO NIGHT Tickets $10 and include 8 bingo cards – additional cards are available $1 each. Bring the family for a night of fellowship and fun – bring a dish or dessert to share, and donations for the drawing – Donations-based Ice Cream Sundae/Dessert Table with proceeds to benefit Alateen - FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY DRAWING! – Will also be selling opportunity drawing tickets for Round Up Events (Al-Anon luncheon, AA dinner, Spiritual Breakfast, and one-night hotel stay) - St. Luke's Lutheran Church 5150 Wilson Street, La Mesa *FLYER*

Saturday, December 6, 2025, 6:30pm-8pm

San Diego AFG Speaker Meeting – Host Group and Speakers TBA – La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa – Bring finger foods if you like

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* The Al-Anon SDSRU Committee is looking for people who want to have fun and grow through volunteering! Please email John at [email protected] *FLYER*

Message From Your Board

NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2026 SAN DIEGO AL-ANON SERVICE BOARD DUE OCTOBER 3

Your service on the board will help to ensure information is always available for those who need the support of Al-Anon and Alateen in the San Diego area. If you have been in the Al-Anon program for at least two years and are not concurrently a member of AA, please consider serving on the board. Notice someone at your meeting that you think would be a great candidate? Encourage that person to apply and then offer your support. You can also nominate yourself.

You can find position descriptions on the SD AIS website at:

https://www.alanonsandiego.org/san-diego-board-positions

Nomination Forms and Information can also be found in the back pages of this Intercom.

Please get in touch with Edna M., our Historian and Nominations Chair, at [email protected] with questions or nominations.

NON-EVENT FUNDRAISER

The Non-Event Fundraiser, the final fundraiser of 2025 supporting your Al-Anon Information Services (AIS) Board and Office, will be taking place between October 1st and November 30th.

The AIS Board is over halfway to meeting our fundraising goal for 2025 after the amazing turnout and generosity of our fellowship at both the Glee Anon performance and the Birthday Celebration. We, as board members, are deeply grateful for your contributions, which enable us to continue focusing on public outreach, supporting Alateen, revamping the San Diego Al-Anon website to make it more accessible to all, and pursuing numerous other initiatives.

More to come regarding this fundraiser as we approach Fall. Thank you for your continued support.

NEW SOCIAL MEDIA BOARD POSITION

Calling all social media users! The AIS Board is looking for its first-ever Social Media Chairperson. Help carry the message of Al-Anon by sharing monthly flyers and announcements on Facebook and Instagram.

This is a great opportunity to support outreach, especially to younger members and newcomers, while honoring our Traditions. 2-4 hours a month

Reach out to Vice Chairperson, Alexa C., if you are interested in learning more about the role or have any questions. Email: [email protected]

PART-TIME OFFICE MANAGER POSITION AVAILABLE

The San Diego AIS Office is looking for a part-time office manager, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9am- 5pm. The job description can be found here:

https://www.alanonsandiego.org/open-role-office-manager

INTERCOM CHAIRPERSON NEEDED FOR 2026/2027!

Do you have a creative streak? Do you like to keep things in order? You can do all of this AND be of service as the Intercom Chair! As the Intercom Chair, you have an opportunity to make a positive impact on all San Diego area members through engaging communications. And it’s fun! If you have any questions, please contact Susan L at [email protected]. She’s happy to help anytime.

In service and with gratitude,

Sherry M.

Board Chair

Area News

District meetings and DR contact information can be found online:

District 69: https://www.alanonsandiego.org/district-69

District 69 has Zelle for contributions!

Members can now use Zelle for District 69 contributions. Please scan the QR code on the attached flyer to submit payment, and don’t forget to reference your group name and WSO#. Please contact our Treasurer if you have questions: Victoria R at [email protected] or (619)840-9109. Checks are also accepted at District 69, PO Box 2101, San Marcos, 92079

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 Board Alateen 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: September 13 October 11 November 8 December 13

Zoom ID 752 699 5666 Passcode EJH6dK

ISR - 2nd Saturday of every odd-numbered month, 10:30am-11:45am

Next Meetings: September 13 November 8

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, 7pm

Next Meetings: September 9 November 11

Hybrid Meeting - In-person at San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Road, San Marcos, and on Zoom at Zoom ID 395 556 4737 Passcode 755000

District 72 Meeting – 4th Saturday of every even-numbered month, 10am-12pm

Next Meetings: August 23 October 18 December 20

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: September 8 November 10

Zoom ID 822 4085 1324 Passcode 75

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82240851324?pwd=QUJMaFp1Tmx0RHlaMzVmVjVNL2lrUT09

District 78 Meeting – 3rd Thursday of every odd-numbered month, 6pm-7:30pm

Next Meetings: September 18 November 20

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: July 15 August 19 September 16 October 21 November 18 December 16

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*

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 *FLYER*

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. *FLYER*

Thursdays 6:30pm – Chula Vista

I’m OK, I Belong, I Am Not Alone – Risen Savior Church – 625 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista / Questions? Pam W (619)549-9216 – Susan A (510)851-5204 – Lety C (616)792-6042 *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

2025 New AMIAS Training Schedule

All meetings are held from 7pm-9pm Pacific Time on the 2nd Sunday of even months and the 2nd Wednesday of odd months.

  • Wednesday, September 10

  • Sunday, October 12

  • Wednesday, November 12

  • Sunday, December 14

Al-Anon Meeting Updates / Needing Support

Wednesdays, 9am-10:15am – Mind Your Own Business AFG – August meetings are outside, so bring your chair

The usual meeting room is unavailable for August, but no worries, we’ll meet outside, under the shady trees. Just bring a chair or blanket. *FLYER*

Tuesdays, 10:30am-11:30am - Dare to Hope AFG Needs Support

Poway Recovery Center, 13939 Poway Road, Poway 92064 – Our cute recovery-decorated room is in the center of the building, door on the east side – Al-Anon sign in the window – Parking front and back

Wednesdays, 7pm-8pm – 12 Step Encinitas Book Study Needs Support

San Dieguito Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas 92024, Classroom 11 – Follow the “classroom” signs from the parking lot, walk to the right of the office building, then take a left through the gate to the inner courtyard to classroom 11

Wednesdays, 7pm-8pm – Wednesday Night Recovering Adult Children AFG meeting room moving

Effective June 18, the meeting will be held in Kirk Center’s (sound room) in a small room in this building – St. John of the Cross Church, 8086 Broadway Avenue, Lemon Grove

Thursdays, 12:15pm-1:15pm - University City Thursday Lunch Bunch Meeting Room Location Change

Our meeting has been moved to a new room at the Good Samaritan Episcopal Church; the nursery next to the church office – this is at the far northside of the church campus, parallel to Eastgate Mall and through two brown doors to the right/west of the church office – this room is permanent and won’t change each month and is truly wheelchair accessible – Entering the church driveway, make an immediate right where you’ll find parking including handicap spaces – Hope to see you there! *FLYER*

Saturdays, 10am-11:30am – Saturday Morning Discussion & Newcomers Needs Support

Oceanside Alano Club, 4198 Mission Avenue, Oceanside 92057

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

Fridays, August 22, August 29, September 5, September 12, 7pm-8:30pm

Grupo Vida Serena – 254 W. Indian Rock Road, Vista 92083 *FLYER*

Mondays, 6:30pm – Hot August Nights Steps – Applying the Steps in All Our Relationships

Bring your favorite beverage and enjoy an evening of recovery and fellowship while relaxing in your chair. Facilitators are Katrina D and Michele K – Zoom ID 837 5444 1205 Passcode alanon *FLYER*

Monday, August 25, 2025, 6pm

Monday Strictly Al-Anon is having a speaker meeting - Potluck starts at 6pm in the Jr. High room with the speaker at 6:30pm - Speaker: Ted from Carlsbad – Everyone is welcome – North Coast Church, 2405 N. Santa Fe Avenue, Vista *FLYER*

Saturday, August 30, September 13, September 20, 2025, 9am-10:30am

Grupos De Familia Al-Anon, Esperanza Para Hoy – Serenidad August 30, Un dia a la vez September 13, Vida Serena September 20 – 330 West Third Avenue, Escondido, 92025 *FLYER*

Saturday, August 30, 2025, 5pm-6:30pm

Grupo De Familia Al-Anon, Grupo: Renacer, Les hace una cordial invenitacion a nuestras juntas de unidad, 330 West Third Avenue, Escondido 92025 *FLYER*

Sunday, August 31, 2025, 12:30pm

Acompananos a Celebrar Nuestro 28 Aniversario, l Grupo de La Familia Al-Anon “Renacer” de Escondido Les Extiende Una Cordial Invitacion, 330 West Third Avenue, Escondido 92025 *FLYER*

Friday-Sunday, September 5-7, 2025

73rd Southern California AA Convention with Al-Anon Participation – The Big Book Comes Alive in 2025 – SCAAC 2025 Convention ‘In Recovery We Thrive!' - The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa, 71333 Dinah Shore Drive, Rancho Mirage 92270 – visit www.aasocal.com for more information and to register *FLYER*

Saturday, September 6, 2025, 6:30pm-8pm

San Diego AFG Speaker Meeting – Host Group: Live and Let Live, El Cajon – 15 Minute Speaker: Steve – 40 Minute Speaker: Claudia - La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa – Bring finger foods if you like *FLYER*

Saturday, September 13, 2025, 2pm-4:30pm

District 75 Presents: Progress in Recovery – Join us for: 4 Topics / 4 Speakers / Open Sharing / Raffles, Snacks - Unity San Diego, 3770 Altadena Avenue, San Diego 92105 – Fellowship at a local restaurant after – ALL DISTRICTS, GROUPS, AND NEWCOMERS WELCOME - $5 suggested contributions – To RSVP, scan QR code on the flyer *FLYER*

Sunday, September 14, 2025 8am Walk / 9am Meeting/Potluck

Footprints in the Sand 40th Anniversary Meeting – 8am Walk on the Beach and 9am Participation Meeting with a potluck immediately following – Bring a chair or blanket – Childcare provided – Buccaneer Beach Park, 1506 South Pacific Street, Oceanside 92054 *FLYER*

Sunday, September 14, 2025, 12pm

Glee-Anon Auditions! Glee-Anon is holding auditions for our 2025 show – we will be casting singing and non-singing parts – NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED, just a willingness to attend rehearsals and shows. – Rehearsals will be on Sundays in North County San Diego – We are also looking for backstage assistance, such as stage manager, audio, and other needs – Please email Stefanie at [email protected] with any questions and to get notified when auditions will take place.

Sunday, September 14, 2025, 1pm-4pm

AMIAS (Al-Anon Members in Alateen Service) Meet and Greet – All SoCal Districts Welcome – A casual in-person outdoor gathering in San Diego County for all Southern California AMIAS and those interested in Alateen Service. Bring a friend! – Snacks, fun, and fellowship – For more information, location, and to RSVP: Ron P, Alateen Chair, [email protected] *FLYER*

Thursday, September 25, 2025, 10am-11:45am

BONITA ROCKS with RECOVERY as we celebrate Bonita PTA’s 24th Anniversary Party with “STEPping Stones to Success.” Potluck brunch from 10am-11am and guest speaker from 11am-11:45am. Will have fabulous raffle prizes throughout the morning. A great way to start your day! At the Church of the Good Shepherd, 3990 Bonita Road, Bonita

Monday, October 6, 2025, 7pm

Parents AFG of North County Island – 12th Anniversary Speaker Meeting – A NIGHT OF HOPE – Ellen M from Birmingham, AL will share her experience, strength, and hope – Zoom ID: 832 4585 6401 (No password) *FLYER*

Saturday, October 11, 2025, 6:30pm-8pm

This is the second Saturday of the month due to Oktoberfest in La Mesa San Diego AFG Speaker Meeting – Host Group and Speakers TBA – La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa – Bring finger foods if you like

Friday-Sunday, October 17-19, 2025

Santa Clarita Valley AA Convention with Al-Anon Participation – Al-Anon Speakers Maria D, Rancho Mirage, Emelinda M, Cathedral City, Danny B, Torrance, Joellen A, and Jessica F, Woodland Hills, Embassy Suites by Hilton Valencia, 28508 Westinghouse Place, Valencia 91355 – Tickets and information at aascvconvention.org and [email protected] *FLYER*

Sunday, October 19, 2025, 12pm

San Diego Spring Round Up Al-Anon Fundraiser to support Alateen – CARNIVAL GAMES & VISIT THE ALPACAS – Get 10 Carnival Games for $10 – Hotdog Meal for $7 – Visit the alpacas (hand-feed for a donation) – Hazpaca Alpaca Ranch, 20781 Deerhorn Valley Road, Jamul 91935 *FLYER*

Saturday, November 1, 2025, 6:30pm-8pm

San Diego AFG Speaker Meeting – Host Group and Speakers TBA – La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa – Bring finger foods if you like

Saturday, November 22, 2025, 6pm

San Diego Spring Round Up Al-Anon Fundraiser – GRATEFUL GET TOGETHER BINGO NIGHT Tickets $10 and include 8 bingo cards – additional cards are available $1 each. Bring the family for a night of fellowship and fun – bring a dish or dessert to share, and donations for the drawing – Donations-based Ice Cream Sundae/Dessert Table with proceeds to benefit Alateen - FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY DRAWING! – Will also be selling opportunity drawing tickets for Round Up Events (Al-Anon luncheon, AA dinner, Spiritual Breakfast, and one-night hotel stay) - St. Luke's Lutheran Church 5150 Wilson Street, La Mesa *FLYER*

Saturday, December 6, 2025, 6:30pm-8pm

San Diego AFG Speaker Meeting – Host Group and Speakers TBA – La Mesa Adult Enrichment Center, 8450 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa – Bring finger foods if you like

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*

The Al-Anon SDSRU Committee is looking for people who want to have fun and grow through volunteering! Please email John at [email protected].

Office Report

JOIN US IN SERVICE AT THE SAN DIEGO AL-ANON OFFICE!

Are you ready to get better by getting busy? The San Diego Al-Anon Information Service office is calling on members to help with filling literature orders and public outreach. This is more than just organizing pamphlets - it's about making sure the message of hope reaches those who need it most.

✨ Why Volunteer?

• Deepen your connection to the Al-Anon program

• Help newcomers find the resources they need

• Experience the joy of being of service

📚 What We Need:

• Volunteers to help with filling online and in-person literature orders and stocking literature

• Support with answering phones and providing callers with meeting schedules or basic Al-Anon information

• A heart for service and a willingness to learn

Whether you’ve served at the group level or are just curious about stepping up, WE WELCOME YOU! Your time and energy can make a real difference.

📍Location: San Diego Al-Anon Office 📆 Flexible hours available

Interested? Send an email to Katrina at [email protected].


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

[email protected]
(619) 296-2666 (24/7)

~ PLEASE CALL BEFORE COMING TO THE OFFICE TO ENSURE IT IS OPEN ~

WE ARE OPEN THE FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH: September 6, 10am-1pm.

Message From Your Board

Dear Al-Anon Friends,

This month, I have two important announcements:

First: Nominations for the 2026 San Diego Al-Anon Service Board are open. Your service on the board will help to ensure information is always available for those who need the support of Al-Anon and Alateen in the San Diego area. If you have been in the Al-Anon program for at least two years and are not concurrently a member of AA, please consider serving on the board. Notice someone at your meeting that you think would be a great candidate? Encourage that person to apply and then offer your support. You can also nominate yourself.

You can find position descriptions on the SD AIS website at:

https://www.alanonsandiego.org/san-diego-board-positions

Nomination Forms and Information can also be found in the back pages of this Intercom.

Please get in touch with Edna M., our Historian and Nominations Chair, at [email protected] with questions or nominations.

Second: The Service Board is seeking a part-time Office Manager. The job description is on the website:

https://www.alanonsandiego.org/open-role-office-manager

You can find more information in this Intercom or contact [email protected]

Our previous Office Manager, Rina, resigned to accept full-time employment. We expressed our gratitude and wishes to her as she embarked on this new chapter of her life.

In service and with gratitude,

Sherry M.

Board Chair

Area News

District meetings and DR contact information can be found online:

District 69: https://www.alanonsandiego.org/district-69

District 69 has Zelle for contributions!

Members can now use Zelle for District 69 contributions. Please scan the QR code on the attached flyer to submit payment, and don’t forget to reference your group name and WSO#. Please contact our Treasurer if you have questions: Victoria R at [email protected] or (619)840-9109. Checks are also accepted at District 69, PO Box 2101, San Marcos, 92079

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 Board Alateen 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: August 9 September 13 October 11 November 8 December 13

  • Zoom ID 752 699 5666 Passcode EJH6dK

ISR - 2nd Saturday of every odd-numbered month, 10:30am-11:45

  • Next Meetings: September 13 November 8

  • Zoom ID 752 699 5666 Passcode EJH6dK

District 69 Meeting – 2nd Tuesday of every odd-numbered month, 7pm

  • Next Meetings: September 9 November 11

  • Hybrid Meeting - In-person at San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Road, San Marcos, and on Zoom at Zoom ID 395 556 4737 Passcode 755000

District 72 Meeting – 4th Saturday of every even-numbered month, 10am-12pm

  • Next Meetings: August 23 October 18 December 20

  • Hybrid Meeting - In-person at Atonement Lutheran Church, 10245 Loma Rancho Drive, Spring Valley – For Zoom information, contact Randy B [email protected]

District 75 Meeting – 3rd Monday of every odd-numbered month, 6:30pm

District 78 Meeting – 3rd Thursday of every odd-numbered month, 6pm-7:30pm

  • Next Meetings: July 17 September 18 November 20

  • 1400 N. Imperial Avenue, Apt 141, El Centro 92243

Al-Anon/Alateen Outreach Meeting – 3rd Tuesday of every month, 7pm-8pm, ON ZOOM