New Meeting! Thurs. 6pm SB – Women’s Focus

Women’s Meeting Thursday 6 p.m. (OA Group #52866)

Grace Lutheran Church, 3869 State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93105

One-Day Workshop in Ojai March 16th

Channel Islands Intergroup will be hosting a workshop for men and women from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 16, 2013. See the flyer below for more information:

Valentine Rose Bowl Speakers & Walk

Saturday February 9 th 11:00 – 1:30
Sponsored annually by Foothill Intergroup
Come sit outside on picnic tables under the trees and listen to inspiring speakers and then stay for fellowship or join in as we walk around the Rose Bowl to celebrate the joy of living in recovery. Rose Bowl Walk: 3 miles
This is our chance to “move forward” in our recovery… This is a fun, relaxed event–Hope you can make it!

• Bring a chair or blanket
• Water & cold drinks available
• If you can’t walk, send your pledge to support those who are!

Meet in front of the Aquatic Center 360 N. Arroyo Blvd, Just off the 210 & 134 Freeways South of the Pasadena Rose Bowl Stadium
For more information Call Gail 818.244.2941

OA Birthday Party January 18-20 in LA

2013 OA Birthday Party – January 18-20, 2013,
Four Points By Sheraton LAX,  Los Angeles, California

While you’re getting ready for the New Year, don’t forget to sign up and register for the upcoming 2013 OA Birthday Party! Don’t miss out on the weekend packed full of recovery with workshops, panels, marathon meetings and a Big Book intensive. All in one weekend and all for the low price of $40. But don’t wait – this discounted price ends on December 31st. And why not make your weekend a “stay-cation” and stay overnight at the hotel? You can fully immerse yourself in recovery! For more details and information, visit www.oabirthday.org or Register Online Now!

We look forward to seeing you there and a Healthy and Happy New Year to you!

In loving service,
Tony P. and Shari B.

InterVoice Now Accepting Submissions

The Channel Islands Intergroup Intervoice wants to hear from you!

We are now accepting submissions from all Channel Islands OA members who are interested in sharing their experience, strength and hope with us. If you’re interested in submitting your story, please contact the InterVoice editor, Keith M. He can also answer any questions you have.

Contact Keith M via Email: oaciig.intervoice@gmail.com or Phone: (805) 766-3981.

OA Holiday Workshop

You’re invited to the 9th Annual OA Holiday Workshop!

“There’s No Place Like OA:
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Recovery”

Saturday, December 1st, 2012, 1:00-4:00pm
The Little White Church, Social Hall,
1711 N. Avon St, Burbank, CA 91505

• Original musical play, “Wizard of OA”
• Speakers with longtime recovery talk about staying abstinent around holiday food, festivities and stress
• Bargain Gift & Clothes Boutique & beautiful Gift Basket drawing

SCHEDULE
1:00 Registration
1:30 Speakers
2:45 Fellowship Break
3:00 Play
3:45 Drawing/Close

Presented by Foothill Intergroup

Suggested Donation: $10

Call for Group Service Reps

Currently, only about 20-30% of OA groups in the Channel Islands Intergroup (CIIG) are represented at the monthly CIIG meetings. The CIIG is a service body dedicated to serving all the groups in the Channel Islands area, and the best way we can do that is to hear from all of our groups.

Intergroup Representatives are the link between each individual group and the CIIG. There are no abstinence requirements, only a willingness to act as a liaison between your group and the CIIG and to attend the monthly meetings, which are held on the first Tuesday of each month in Carpenteria.

Being an Intergroup Representative is a great way to use the tool of service and is also a great deal of fun.

If you know your group does not have an Intergroup Representative and you would like to serve, please attend the next meeting of the CIIG, on Tuesday, November 6th at 7:30 p.m. at the Carpenteria Community Church, 1111 Valecito Rd., Carpenteria. Or, you can contact Natalie G. (805) 640-2528 for more information.

New Podcast from June 30th Workshop Now Up

The Channel Islands Intergroup held a fund-raising workshop on June 30th in Goleta.

You can listen to the 2-part podcast of the afternoon session, “Sponsoring Chronic Slippers,” lead by Sheila J., by visiting our Podcasts page.

OA Men’s Retreat, August 17-19

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OA Men’s Retreat
The 25th Annual Southern California OA Men’s Stag Retreat
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, August 17 – 19, 2012

You can also register Online at: oamensretreat.org

“La Casa de Maria” 800 El Bosque Road Santa Barbara, CA 93108. La Casa de Maria retreat center is located approximately 90 miles North of Los Angeles, CA in the Montecito Hills overlooking Santa Barbara. Also, a short taxi ride from the Santa Barbara AMTRAK station. For more, visit their website at: www.lacasademaria.org

For further info, please contact: Dave B. at (619) 224-4500 – or – Don B. at (619) 889-7893 email: davebirge66@gmail.com – or – debroudy@cox.net

Who are the leaders? Jim F. (Orange County), who has 14 years in OA, 19 years in AA (and Dr. Paul was his sponsor). Rex M. (San Diego), 16 years in OA. Both are maintaining a healthy body weight.

What is the cost? Only $230 per man. Vacation resorts in Santa Barbara often charge that much per night!

What do I get?
1) A weekend of fellowship with other men in recovery in the tranquility of beautiful and spacious grounds.
2) Retreat leaders who have worked all 12 Steps and want to help your recovery.
3) Two (2) nights lodging and four (4) meals, which include breakfast, lunch & dinner on Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday morning.

When does it start? Opening ceremonies begin at 7:30pm Friday night.

Will there be any other activities available? During the Saturday afternoon break you can hike, swim, bird watch, play tennis, volleyball or basketball, or just relax and meditate. Massages are available for a fee to La Casa.

Why should I go? Dozens of men have gotten abstinence at this retreat. Many others come every year to reenergize their program. This is the 22nd year of the retreat. Recovery happens here!

Body Image Workshop June 2nd

Body Image Workshop 2012 – June 2 (flyer)

Bring a writing, journal, a Big Book, AA 12 x 12, OA 12 x 12

Date: June 2, 2012
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm (register at door – 12:30pm)
Location: La Crescenta Library, 2809 Foothill Blvd., La Crescenta, CA 91214

Directions: From 210 West, Take La Crescenta Exit/17B right on La Crescenta, left on Foothill From 210 East, Take the Pennsylvania Ave, Exit 17A left on Pennsylvania, right on Foothill

Contact: Gail – 818.244.2941

Donation $10