30 th Annual Inland Empire Convention November 10, 11, 12, Double Tree Hotel San Bernardino, CA IEAAC 2017

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1 30 th Annual Inland Empire Convention November 10, 11, 12, 2017 Double Tree Hotel San Bernardino, CA IEAAC 2017 I Am Responsible... When anyone, anywhere, reaches out for help, I want the hand of A.A. always to be there. And for that, I am responsible.

2 Welcome To the 30 th Annual Inland Empire Convention Courage to Change We hope you enjoy the facilities and the agenda set forth in this program. Being of service has become a part of recovery for many of us and the end result manifests itself in our every day lives. If you would like to be a part of the Planning Committee for the convention next year, see the dates on page 2 of this program, or the calendar in your central office newsletter. We hope you enjoy the fellowship and growing experience you will encounter this weekend. Enjoy your sobriety and have a great time. Yours in Service, The Planning Committee 2018 CONVENTION PLANNING SCHEDULE We invite you to help us plan the 2018 IEAA Convention. Next year s convention will be held in November of Convention planning meetings will be held on the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. starting in March at the Colton Community Center, 670 Colton Ave, Colton CA. March 8 April 12 May 10 June 14 July 12 August 9 September 13 October 11 CHANGE: TO BECOME DIFFERENT, TO UNDERGO ALTERATION; TO LAY ASIDE, ABANDON OR LEAVE FOR ANOTHER; TO PUT A FRESH COVERING ON; TO BECOME DEEPER IN TONE; TO ALTER ONE S ATTITUDE; A TRANSFORMATION AA. Pages 1-8 Al-Anon Pages

3 2017 INLAND EMPIRE A.A. CONVENTION COMMITTEE Convention Chairperson Convention Co-Chairperson Secretary Treasurer Member-at-large Board Chair Board Co-Chair OFFICERS Duke W., Yucaipa John C., Moreno Valley Barbara C., Moreno Valley Walt B., Wrightwood Mike F., Corona Mike S., Redlands Walter M., Highland COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON CO-CHAIRPERSON Al-Anon Dana M. Mary Ann W. Archives Phil B. Wilson W. Carry-the-Message Glen C. Paul M. Decorations Diane L. Sharon C. Entertainment Dave M. Tim D. Fundraising Annette R General Services Jeanne R. Graphics Kelly K. Carolyn V. H&I Stacy W. Stacy V. Hospitality Heather H. Julie B. Hostesses Jennifer R. Hotel Coordinator Nancy T. Kimberly A. Inter-Group Jim F. Long-Timers Ladd C. Kathleen W. Marathon Meetings Nadine S. Rolando Programs Mark R. David C. Registration Jerry B. David D. Sports John B. Ushers Don M. Ways and Means Ferlin S. WebMaster Sam Young People Chevy T. Jamie N BOARD OF DIRECTORS Walt B., Mike S., Barbara C., John C., Walter M., Duke W., Mike F. PAST CONVENTION CHAIRPERSONS 2016 Walter M. Highland 2015 Michael S. Redlands 2014 Walter B. Wrightwood 2013 Lynne E. Loma Linda 2012 Michael T. Redlands 2011 Durinda T. Redlands 2010 Kevin R. Beaumont 2009 Dick P. Redlands 2008 Kathy G. La Quinta 2007 Gary P. Redlands 2006 Darwin N. San Bernardino 2005 Rosemary E. Redlands 2004 Robert J. Loma Linda 2003 Armando E. San Bernardino 2002 Tom D. San Bernardino 2001 Wally H. Fontana 2000 Esther B./Cheryl S. Redlands 1999 Ernie G. Fontana 1998 Carol Ann G. Yucaipa 1997 George S. Devore 1996 Ed B. Redlands 1995 Dave S. Highland 1994 Mike A. Fontana 1993 Sue A. Fontana 1992 Mary F. Hemet 1991 Ken G. Riverside 1990 Lois C. San Jacinto 1989 Bud C. Calimesa 1988 Judge K. Loma Linda 4 5

4 2017 AA PROGRAMS 2017 AA PROGRAMS Friday, November 10 7:00-2:00 p.m. Golf Tournament at San Bernardino Golf Course 1:00-10:00 p.m. Registration... Vista Room 1:00 - Midnight Hospitality Room... Loma Linda 4:00-8:00 a.m. (Sun) AA Marathon Meetings... Riverside Room 7:00-7:30 p.m. Opening Ceremonies... Ballroom Color Guard - PSA San Bernardino Leader - Mark R. Responsibility Pledge - Jose N. Opening Prayer - David C. Guest Dignitary - Vickie B., Dept of Behavioral Health 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Opening Speaker Meeting... Ballroom Leader - Jim F. Chapter 3 - Richard B. Chapter 5 - Dan C. 12 Traditions - John L. Speaker - Matthew M. Vision for You - Dave F. 9:30-10:45 p.m. Entertainment... Ballroom Saturday, November 11 8:30-10:00 a.m. General Service Speaker Meeting...University Room Leader - Steve S. Preamble - Jeanne R. 12 Concepts - Bob H. Responsibility Pledge - Phil G. Chapter 5 - Suzanne C. 12 Traditions - Kristen H. Speaker - Joe C. Promises - Victor T. 10:15-11:45 a.m. Hospitality Room... Loma Linda Young Peoples Meeting...University Room Leader - Jamie N. Chapter 5 - James T. 12 Traditions - Matt Y. Speaker - Candice M. Vision for You - Saturday, November 11 (cont.) 12:00-1:30 p.m. H&I Speaker Meeting...University Room Leader - George H. Chapter 3 - Mark J. Chapter 5 - Corey C. 12 Traditions - John L. Panel - Carol B., Doug K., Ron E., Becky 2:00-4:00 p.m. Long Timers Meeting...University Room Leader - Ladd C. Chapter 5 - Kathleen W. 6:00 p.m. Banquet Doors Open 6:15-7:30 p.m. Banquet...Ballroom Invocation - Gary P. 7:30-7:40 p.m. Acknowledgements - Hotel Staff, Board... Committees 7:40-9:00 p.m. Speaker Meeting Leader - Duke W. Chapter 5 - Alex R. 12 Traditions - Stacy W. Speaker - Carla R. Vision for You - Carolyn V. 9:30 - Midnight Dance... Ballroom Sunday, November 12 7:00-10:00 a.m. Hospitality Room... Loma Linda 8:00-9:30 a.m. AA Business Meeting... Riverside 9:30-11:30 a.m. Spiritual Meeting... Ballroom Leader - John C. Countdown - Mike S. Opening Prayer - Annette R. Chapter 5 - Barbara C. 12 Traditions - Art A. Speaker - Dirk D. Vision for You - Stacey W. 6 7

5 2016 AA MARATHON MEETINGS COLTON/ONTARIO ROOMS (Meetings will end 10 minutes before the hour) 2016 AA MARATHON MEETINGS COLTON/ONTARIO ROOMS (Meetings will end 10 minutes before the hour) Friday, November 10 TIME TOPIC LEADER 4 p.m. We Absolutely Insist On Having Fun... Bill H. 5 p.m. Powerless! My Last Drunk...Lynn C. 6 p.m. First Step... Ann M. 7 p.m. Following Dr. s Orders Or Cheating My Sobriety...David F. 8 p.m. Speaking From The Heart... Chris G. 9 p.m. Honesty In Recovery. A Life Of Generosity...Gary P. 10 p.m. Gratitude Keeps Us Humble...Debbe R. 11 p.m. If Nothing Changes, Nothing Changes... Dixie S. Saturday, November 11 TIME TOPIC LEADER 12 a.m. Surrendered Life? Or Lip Service And A Reservation...Tracy B. 1 a.m. Our Sex Powers Selfish Or Not?... Leta A. 2 a.m. Recovery From Pain And Loneliness 3 a.m. Uncover, Discover, Recover...Sharon-Dave C. 4 a.m. Hello Emotions!... Tim P. 5 a.m. Have I Switched My Obsession To Something Else... John W. 6 a.m. The Most Important Things I Learned From My Sponsor...Amanda N. 7 a.m. Faith Without Works Is Dead... Jen E. 8 a.m. Symptoms Of Sobriety... Missie A. 9 a.m. Restraint Of Pen And Tongue... Adam R. 10 a.m. Making Amends. What Was It Like For You?...Dianna J. Saturday, November 11 (cont.) TIME TOPIC LEADER 11 a.m. Surrender You Son Of A Bitch... Eric L. 12 p.m. Anger-Dubious Luxury Of Normal Men... Darlene H. 1 p.m. Rendered Sweetly Reasonable... Angel L. 2 p.m. Emotional Sobriety...Jen R. 3 p.m. Resentment VS. Forgiveness...Jerry H. 4 p.m. Into Action! Walking Not Just Talking...Bree D. 5 p.m. Now That Your Sober, Do Something With Your Life... Donna L. 6 p.m. Fighting Temptation To Drink...Darryl C. 7 p.m. Living The Program Daily. What s That Mean?...Kim D. 8 p.m. Freedom...Thomas C. 9 p.m. Relationships In Sobriety...Denise M. 10 p.m. Progress Not Perfection... Chris T. 11 p.m. Depending On My Creator...Michelle H. Sunday, November 12 TIME TOPIC LEADER 12 a.m. We Never Apologize For Relying On God...Barbara E. 1 a.m. Finding Peace...Fletcher L. 2 a.m. Pitiful & Incomprehensible Demoralization... Don M. 3 a.m. Keep It Simple Sweetheart... Chevy T. 4 a.m. Going To Any Lengths 5 a.m. Contempt Prior To Investigation... Fred W. 6 a.m. Faith VS. Fear... Elizabeth S. 7 a.m. The Family Afterwards...Kim D. 8 9

6 2017 AL-ANON OFFICERS OFFICERS Chairperson Dana M. Co-Chairperson Mary Ann W. Past Chair Lisa M. Secretary Cheryl C. Treasurer Sandy P AL-ANON PLANNING COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON CO-CHAIRPERSON AA Liason Dave M. Hilary B. Alateen Sponsors Jan L. Suzie M. Archives & Bylaws Susen M. Decorations Tammy O Misty S. Graphics Lindy A. Lily K. Literature Marilyne P. Outreach Hilary B. Dave M. Marathons Julie H. Programs Anna R. Timi H. Raffles Shannon S. Veronica WAYS & MEANS COMMITTEE Beth Suzie M. Carmen PAST AL-ANON CHAIRPERSONS 2016 Lisa M Becky C Maria D Beth G J.R. D June D. Janice F. - Chairperson Emeritus (Deceased) 2010 Jay P Cheryl B Debbie C J.R. D Marilyne P Carmie F Susanne E Anna R Sharon H P.K. S Jann S Judy S Marie J Tammy S Julie O Lynn I. (Deceased) 1994 Terri 1993 Gina 1992 Laurie M Georgia D Suzie K Valerie F Evelyn B. (Deceased) 10 11

7 2017 IEACC Al-Anon Program and Marathon Schedule REDLANDS ROOM Friday, November 10 5:00-5:50 p.m. Marathon - When Life Is A Circus, We Share Our Experience, Strength, And Hope Topic: Easy Does It 6:00-7:30 p.m. Opening: Al-Anon Program & Welcome Opening Speaker: Jody G., Corona When Life Is A Circus, We Practice Acceptance 8:00-8:50 p.m. When Life Is A Circus, We Do Play Al-Anon Fun Night - Al-Anon Bingo Test Your Al-Anon Knowledge 9:00-9:50 p.m. Marathon - Topic: First Things First 10:00-10:50 p.m. Marathon - Saturday, November 11 8:00-8:50 a.m. Marathon - Topic: How Important Is It? 9:00-10:30 a.m. Service Panel: When Life Is A Circus, We Volunteer For Service Speaker: Bob L., Sun City Panel: Mary B., Jan L., Marion 11:00-2:00 a.m. Al-Anon Luncheon & Raffle Leader: Dana M., Perris, Al-Anon Chair Speaker: Adolfo, Riverside 11:00-11:50 a.m. Marathon - Topic: Just For Today 12:00-12:50 p.m. Marathon - Topic: Keep It Simple 1:00-1:50 p.m. Marathon - Topic: Keep An Open Mind 2:00-2:50 p.m. Al-Anon Business Meeting Al-Anon Co-Chair Election By-Law Changes Saturday, November 11 (cont.) 3:00-4:45 p.m. Family Panel: When Life Is A Circus, We Practice Detachment Timi H. & George H., Canyon Lake Peggy B., & Mary, Riverside Jacob & Monique L., Murrieta 5:00-5:50 p.m. Marathon - Topic: Let Go Let God 6:00-6:50 p.m. Marathon - Topic: Let It Begin With Me 7:00-7:50 p.m. Marathon - Topic: Live & Let Live 8:00-8:50 p.m. Marathon - Topic: One Day At A Time 9:00-10:50 p.m. Marathon - Sunday, November 12 9:00-10:30 a.m. Al-Anon Closing Leader: Mary Ann Wilcox Speaker: Stacy M., Eastvale 2017 IEAAC Alateen All Day Program Saturday, November 11, 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. WE WOULD LIKE TO SHOW OUR APPRECIATION TO EVERYONE WHO PARTICIPATED IN OUR CONVENTION 2016 WE WERE ABLE TO CONTRIBUTE CENTRAL OFFICE - $2, AREA 09 - $ GENERAL SERVICE OFFICE - $ Thank You! 12 13

8 Conference and Banquet Room Floor Plan God, I offer myself to Thee - to build with me and do with me as Thou wilt. Relieve me of the bondage of self, that I may better do Thy will. Take away my difficulties, that victory over them may bear witness to those I would help of Thy Power, Thy Love, and Thy Way of life. May I do Thy will always! Alcoholics Anonymous pg

9 Acceptance was the Answer Until I could accept my alcoholism, I could not stay sober; unless I accept life completely on life s terms, I cannot be happy. I need to concentrate not so much on what needs to be changed in the world, as on what needs to be changed in me and in my attitudes. Alcoholic Anonymous pg. 417 NOTES & PHONE NUMBERS