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Volunteer Groups Needed for 2026 Meetings At Mary Lyons Detox Center
Dristrict 3 Treatment Committee is now signing up AA Groups to be responsible for taking meetings into the Mary Lyons Detox Center beginning in January, 2026.
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Meeting Updates
Heartland Intergroup invites you to update your meeting’s contact information on our website. Keeping this up to date helps us stay connected and ensures we can reach out with any questions or support your group may need.
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September in Alcoholics Anonymous History
From Bill W.’s return to New York and the founding of Works Publishing, to national media breakthroughs and the first female member joining the fellowship, September holds a monumental place in the history and expansion of Alcoholics Anonymous.
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The A.A. Sobriety Date: More Than Just a Date
For many of us in Alcoholics Anonymous, there is a date we never forget. It may be the day we walked through the doors of our first A.A. meeting. It may be the day we finally admitted that alcohol had become a problem. It may be the day we stopped...
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Did You Know? The Heartland Intergroup Website Has a Place for YOUR Story!
Someone, somewhere, may be waiting to hear exactly what you have to say. Every one of us has a story. Some stories begin with desperation. Others begin with a moment of clarity, a helping hand, or the simple decision to try something different. There are stories of first meetings, difficult...
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Florida Area 15 Address Change
Effective Immediately, the mailing address for the Area 15 Treasurer has changed. Area 15 Treasurer1500 W. Cypress Creek Rd.STE 419 #1097Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 All groups should use this address for all future contributions. PLEASE ALSO:Update your group records.Update any printed materials that list the Area 15 address.Share this information...
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Heartland Intergroup Speaker Meetings
Finding stability in recovery isn’t about walking the path alone; it’s about sharing the weight and finding strength in shared truths. Heartland Intergroup Speaker Meetings offer a unique window into that journey, transforming abstract steps into lived reality through the honest, unscripted stories of those who have walked ahead of you.
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Everything AA App: A New Digital Resource for the A.A. Fellowship
The Everything AA app offers A.A. members a convenient digital way to access Alcoholics Anonymous literature and resources wherever they are. Now under the stewardship of A.A. World Services, the app provides a trusted platform for connecting members with Conference-approved materials and resources that support recovery and carrying the message....
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Men’s AA Fellowship: Monthly Dinner & Meeting
You are cordially invited to join the Men’s AA Fellowship for our monthly dining and meeting event. Event Details When: 3rd Thursday of every month (Year-round) Start Date: July 16, 2026
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Alcathons for the Upcoming Trifecta Season
Spend the holidays with friends, fellowship, food & meetings at the 2720 Club this holiday season. The alcathon season is almost upon us – three holidays, three alcathons, and weeks of friends, fellowship, food & meetings to look forward to. The holidays can be a hard time of year, but...
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Faithful Fivers – Supporting Our Intergroup Together
Whether you give $5 a month, another amount that feels right, or simply hold Intergroup in your prayers, your participation matters. No gesture is too small when it’s offered in the spirit of gratitude and service.
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Soberstock 2027 Registration is Open!
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of recovery, fellowship, music, camping, and fun! Soberstock is Florida's premier 3-day annual AA festival, bringing together people from across the state and beyond to celebrate recovery in a positive, welcoming environment. Featuring live music, inspiring speakers, great food, fellowship, camping, and activities, Soberstock...
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Update on The 5th Edition of the Big Book
The fifth edition of the Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book is scheduled for release in February 2027.
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“A Daily Reprieve”,Stories of Everyday Life in Sobriety
If you wish to submit a piece, please email it to Officemanager@heartlandintergroup.org You can also mail in a submission to1643 Williamsburg Square Suite 102Lakeland, FL 33860 Or select the link below.
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Front Desk Volunteer Opportunities-Tuesdays
Looking for a meaningful way to strengthen your sobriety through service? Ever wonder how you can strengthen your sobriety while answering phones, welcoming visitors, and pointing people toward a meeting—or maybe even toward the coffee? Heartland Intergroup of A.A., Inc. is currently looking for trusted servants to help at the...
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