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News and information relevant to A.A. Area 33 as a whole, including as the work of various Committees, Officers, and Districts within Area.

  • Corrections Committee Overview

    Corrections Committee Overview

    The Correctional Facilities committee brings A.A. meetings into prisons and jails to offer alcoholic inmates help to prepare for sober lives in recovery after release. Committee members also coordinate mail correspondence and set up A.A. contacts or temporary sponsors when inmates are released.

    The committee collects A.A. literature for inmates and strives to educate law enforcement and correctional facilities officials regarding what the A.A. program does and does not do.

    The Chair attends the quarterly Statewide Correctional Facilities Committee meeting in Lansing.

    You can contact the Chair at gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-798505@riahcsnoitcerroc33aera

  • Finance Committee Overview

    Finance Committee Overview

    The Finance Committee provides fiscal oversight of the Area 33’s financial situation and consists of the immediate past Area Treasurer, the current Area Treasurer, a Past-Delegate (elected by the Area), and two at-large members (also elected by the Area). It is suggested that the at-large members be free of any other Area 33 commitments. Members of the Finance Committee elect the Committee Chair, and the Chair serves for two years.

    This committee is responsible for drafting the annual Area 33 budget, which is presented to the Assembly for review and approval in November of each year. Any request for funds that is not accounted for in the budget, or for money that is over the budgeted amount, must go through the finance committee for a recommendation. The Finance Committee will review the proposal and make a recommendation to the assembly regarding the request, prior to a vote.

    See the Finance Chair for the procedure on special budget requests, or contact gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-1cdc50@riahcecnanif33aera.

    Finance Committee meetings generally occur monthly and prior to the Area 33 Assembly. Meeting times are at the discretion of the Committee.

  • Films Committee Overview

    Films Committee Overview

    The Films committee maintains a collection of audio-visual equipment and general conference approved films and videos for use at A.A. functions and professional presentations as requested.

    To have the films committee visit your group, district workshop or other function, contact the films committee at gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-4b48a3@riahcsmlif33aera

  • Literature Committee Overview

    Literature Committee Overview

    The Literature committee displays current A.A. Conference approved books and pamphlets at the area assembly meeting, area workshops, and other events as requested. They keep the area informed of new publications, literature catalogs and price changes.

    The Literature Committee may also buy A.A. Conference approved literature in quantity from GSO, for use by Area 33 standing committees, but the Literature Committee cannot sell literature.

    Individuals or groups wishing to purchase A.A. Literature should do so, in person, from their nearest A.A. Intergroup or Central Office (below), or from aa.org‘s Online Bookstore.

    Contact the Literature chair at gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-96a29a@riahcerutaretil33aera.

  • Public Information (PI) Committee Overview

    Public Information (PI) Committee Overview

    The Public Information (PI) committee informs the general public about the A.A. program by using the media (TV, radio, & press). They fulfill requests to participate in programs set up by schools, businesses, or other organizations.

    If you wish to volunteer for this committee, contact the committee Chair at gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-83a17f@riahcnoitamrofnicilbup33aera.

  • Website Committee Overview

    Website Committee Overview

    The Area 33 Website was created to provide a useful tool for conveying information about A.A. and Area 33 activities to alcoholics, the general public, and members of the Professional Community. The Website contains information about current events, meetings lists, archives, Area Assembly and committee information just to name a few. For those who are interested in speaking with someone in A.A., there are numerous hotline numbers listed. The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous is available on-line as well as several other literature items.

    It takes several people to keep the website up and running. Website Committee Members do not need to have prior computer experience, just the willingness to learn. Experienced members are always welcome as well.

    The Area 33 website address is staging.aa-semi.org.

    If you are interested in becoming part of our team, or have any questions or comments regarding the website, please contact at gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-2f9e04@riahcbew33aera.

  • March Roundup (MRU) Committee Overview

    March Roundup (MRU) Committee Overview

    The March Round-Up Convention committee is responsible for planning the annual March Round-Up, a local convention with A.A., Al-Anon & Alateen activities, i.e. – open speakers, topic panels, alkathons, banquet dinner, dance, etc.

    The March Round-Up Committee meets year-round, independently of the area, usually at the hotel where the convention will be held. The March Round-Up Chair or Co-Chair attends the Area Assembly to give a report. Volunteers are always welcome!

    Please contact gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-724ca5@riahcurm33aera to get involved.

  • Liaison to A.A. of Greater Detroit Overview

    Liaison to A.A. of Greater Detroit Overview

    A Liaison is a contact person, or representative, from a specified group or entity who keeps Area 33 up to date and informed as to their activities. Likewise, Liaisons inform their the group they work with about the events and news of Area 33.

    Intergroup/Central Office liaisons are elected at the Area 33 Assembly. Intergroup liaisons report to Area on upcoming events and information regarding the Intergroup. The liaison also participates in the Area 33 meetings.

    The three Intergroups/Central Offices in Area 33 are:

    • A.A. of Greater Detroit
    • A.A. of Oakland County Intergroup
    • Detroit & Wayne County Office
  • Area Assembly

    Area Assembly

    When:

    The Area 33 Assembly is held on a Sunday, each month at 12:00 noon. Lunch is provided by the districts and begins at 11:30 a.m. Please check the area 33 website staging.aa-semi.org, or the area minutes for a complete listing of the meeting schedule.

    Where:

    Assembly information will be available monthly on the Area 33 website homepage:staging.aa-semi.org
    Hosts: Districts rotate the responsibility of hosting the Area Meeting. Each month the hosting district is responsible for making coffee, providing lunch, snacks and cleaning up. The Area covers a fixed, budgeted amount for the lunch.

    Meeting Format:

    The area assembly meeting, or business portion of the assembly:

    • 12:00 – 2:00 pm: Assembly Business Meeting -This is the business portion of the meeting and includes reports from the Delegate, Treasurer, Registrar and Secretary, as well as new and old business.
      • The area will publish an Area Assembly Format Schedule, each year, detailing the format and content of the Assembly for any particular month.

    In addition, there are some other meetings that occur prior to the Area Committee and Assembly meetings each month. They include:

    • 10:00 -11:00 am: Service Manual Study
    • 11:00 -11:30 am: GSR Orientation
      • Area 33 provides a GSR orientation every month prior to the area assembly meeting. The orientation gives an overview of the A.A. service structure as well as information specifically geared toward Area 33.
      • It begins at 11 :00 a.m. and all new GSRs are invited to attend, as well as any other interested person (s). If you need information about your district, or have general questions, someone at this meeting will be able to help you.
    • 11:00-11:30 am: DCM Meeting
      • This meeting typically occurs in February, March, May, June, August, November, & December
      • The DCMs meet prior to the Assembly meeting during the months listed above.
      • The Area 33 Registrar chairs this meeting.
    • 11:00 -11:30 am: Standing Committees Meeting
      • This meeting typically occurs in January, July, and October
      • The Chairs of the standing committees meet prior to the assembly meeting during the months listed above.
      • The Area 33 Alternate Delegate chairs this meeting.
    • 11:30 am – 12 pm: Lunch
  • Liaison to A.A. of Oakland County Intergroup Overview

    Liaison to A.A. of Oakland County Intergroup Overview

    A Liaison is a contact person, or representative, from a specified group or entity who keeps Area 33 up to date and informed as to their activities. Likewise, Liaisons inform their the group they work with about the events and news of Area 33.

    Intergroup/Central Office liaisons are elected at the Area 33 Assembly. Intergroup liaisons report to Area on upcoming events and information regarding the Intergroup. The liaison also participates in the Area 33 meetings.

    The three Intergroups/Central Offices in Area 33 are:

    • A.A. of Greater Detroit
    • A.A. of Oakland County Intergroup
    • Detroit & Wayne County Office
  • Delegate’s Role & Responsibilities

    Delegate’s Role & Responsibilities

    The Delegate carries the collective conscience of Area 33 to the General Service Conference each year and reports the events of the conference to the Area Assembly. He or she attends all area, state and regional service meetings, helps the area and the General Service Office obtain financial support, is an ex-officio member of all Area committees; obtains information from GSO, provides A.A. leadership in solving local problems involving A.A. traditions, visits groups and districts in the area, works closely with the area officers, keeps the Alternate Delegate informed, and, late in the term, works with the Delegate-elect and new Area Officers.

    gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-76876d@etageled33aera

  • Liaison to Detroit & Wayne County Office Overview

    Liaison to Detroit & Wayne County Office Overview

    A Liaison is a contact person, or representative, from a specified group or entity who keeps Area 33 up to date and informed as to their activities. Likewise, Liaisons inform their the group they work with about the events and news of Area 33.

    Intergroup/Central Office liaisons are elected at the Area 33 Assembly. Intergroup liaisons report to Area on upcoming events and information regarding the Intergroup. The liaison also participates in the Area 33 meetings.

    The three Intergroups/Central Offices in Area 33 are:

    • A.A. of Greater Detroit
    • A.A. of Oakland County Intergroup
    • Detroit & Wayne County Office
  • Liaison to YPAA (Young People in AA) Overview

    Liaison to YPAA (Young People in AA) Overview

    Area 33 has several Liaison positions. A Liaison is a contact person, or representative, from a specified group or entity who keeps Area 33 up to date and informed as to their activities. Likewise, Liaisons inform their groups or committees of the events and news of Area 33. The YPAA liaison is elected at the Area 33 Assembly.

    The YPAA Liaison position encourages communication and collaboration amongst young people in A.A. throughout Area 33, as well as help with communication between Area 33 and the various YPAA entities throughout the Area, the State of Michigan, the Eastern Area, and across the country.

    YPAA entities refers to any young person’s group (YPG), young person’s conference/convention, or young person’s committee. This Liaison will keep the Area informed of any upcoming state, regional, or international YPAA conferences or conventions happening in or around Area 33.

    This Liaison position can help educate Area 33 and its members about what YPAA is and how a young person might get involved or find relatable fellowship in the program. It is highly suggested this position maintains or has access to an update list of young people’s meetings throughout the Area.

    Please contact gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-51d525@aapy33aera

  • Traditions Skit Overview

    Traditions Skit Overview

    This group performs the Traditions Skit as requested by groups, districts or events. It can be fun and informative and add a little variety to your event.

    The Chair of the Traditions Skit Committee sets up the skit as requested, contacts the traditions skit players, and informs the Area of their schedule.

    To request a skit to be performed at your function, contact gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-3db980@tikssnoitidart33aera.

  • Ad-Hoc Committees Overview

    Ad-Hoc Committees Overview

    Ad Hoc Committees are formed with a specific purpose in mind, and once that purpose is fulfilled, the committee is typically disbanded.

    A motion to form an Area 33 Ad Hoc Committee can be made by any eligible member during new business. When an Ad Hoc Committee is formed, a Chair is elected and shall serve as long as the committee exists.

  • Accessibilities Committee Overview

    Accessibilities Committee Overview


    The members of the Accessibilities Committee explore, develop and offer alternatives in order to carry the A.A. message, and to involve alcoholics with disabilities into our program. While there are no special A.A. members, many have accessibility issues. Accessibility issues can be defined as members with visual, hearing or speech impairments, hospitalized, convalescing, and those that are homebound. Someone who uses a walker, wheelchair or crutches, has physical and/or mental challenges, and those with ambulatory issues also receive our help. Veterans and non-English speaking members who need assistance are also accommodated. Whatever their disability or challenge to receiving the A.A. message may be, it is hoped that they will never be excluded from A.A. meetings, 12 step work or A.A. service.

    If you would like to volunteer or know someone in need, please contact the Accessibilities Chair. gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-1a176b@seitilibissecca33aera.

  • Archives Committee Overview

    Archives Committee Overview


    The Archives Committee preserves the history of A.A. in Area 33 by collecting all written records and by recording interviews with A.A. members.

    The committee invites groups and districts to start archives and write histories; displays the archives at the March Round Up, State Convention, workshops, and as requested.

    To submit information to the Archives Committee, mail correspondence to:

    General Service of Southeast Michigan-Area 33

    Archives Committee

    P.O. Box 2843

    Southfield, MI 48037-2843

    Email the Area Archives Chair at gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-28d555@riahcsevihcra33aera
    Email the Area Archivist at gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-696f0a@tsivihcra33aera

  • Cooperation with Professional Community (CPC) Committee Overview

    Cooperation with Professional Community (CPC) Committee Overview

    The Cooperation with the Professional Community (CPC) committee focuses on “cooperation, but not affiliation” with the professionals in the community – educators, physicians, the clergy, court officials, and others who are often in contact with alcoholics.

    The committee contacts and distributes A.A. Pamphlets/ literature to the professional community as needed/requested and hosts a yearly special event for professionals.

    To work on this committee or for more information, please contact gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-55028b@riahccpc33aera

  • Deaf Access Sub-Committee Overview

    Deaf Access Sub-Committee Overview

    We are a group of A.A members within Area 33 who work together to coordinate A.S.L. Interpreters for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing members of A.A. Our purpose is to assist the Deaf member to gain access to the A.A. message of Recovery, Unity, and Service.

    It is difficult for an individual deaf person or one group to support the financial responsibility of interpreted meetings.

    Contributions of any amount are appreciated from individuals, groups, and districts. We rely on the 7th tradition of contributions ,of any amount, to support this cause.

    How you can contribute: Make checks or money orders payable to D.A.C.

    Area 33 D.A.C.
    P.O. Box 725133
    Berkley, MI 48072-9998

    gro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-1cc43e@riahcseitilibissecca33aera
    586.335.2840

  • Business Meeting (Districts 2, 3, and 4)

    Business Meeting (Districts 2, 3, and 4)

    Districts 2 – 3 – 4 Business Meeting (Combined)

    District Order2
    Monthly ScheduleFirst Saturday Of The Month
    Meeting Start Time11:45 AM
    Venue NameTrue Love Baptist Church Annex
    Venue Street Address8410 Tireman
    Venue CityDetroit
    Venue StateMI
    Venue Zipcode48204
    Venue CountryUnited States
    DCM Name
    DCM Emailgro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-6e863a@3mcd
    po-boxDistrict 02
    5065 East Outer Drive #F312
    Detroit, MI 48234
  • Business Meeting (Districts 21 & 22)

    Business Meeting (Districts 21 & 22)

    District 21 & 22 Hold a combined Business Meeting

    District Order21
    Monthly ScheduleSecond Monday of the Month
    Meeting Start Time7:00 PM
    Venue NameGrace Episcopal Church
    Venue Street Address115 S. Main St
    Venue CityMt. Clemens
    Venue StateMI
    Venue Zipcode48043
    Venue CountryUnited States
    DCM Name
    DCM Emailgro.imes-aa.gnigatsobfsctd-4650d0@12mcd
    po-boxDistrict 21 & 22
    PO box 480594
    New Haven Mi. 48048
  • Geography (District 11)

    Geography (District 11)

    Allen Park / Lincoln Park / Ecorse / Wyandotte

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  • Geography (District 12)

    Geography (District 12)

    Southern Wayne County (Bellville / Romulus / Taylor / Southgate / Woodhaven / Brownstown Twp areas)

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  • Area Workshops

    Area Workshops

    Area 33 will at times host workshops. It is the responsibility of the Alternate Delegate to chair and coordinate any Area sponsored workshop.

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