HMB 48 District 16 October 2016 Page: 1. Upcoming Area Events. Shokan, NY HMB District 16 PO Box 471 Saugerties, NY 12477

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A group or member should ever, in such a way as to implicate A.A., express any opinion on outside controversial issues particularly those of politics, alcohol reform, or sectarian religion.

Concept 10 Every service responsibility should be matched by an equal service authority, with the scope of such authority well defined.

1 HMB 48 District 16 October 2016 Page: 1 HMB 48 District 16 October 2016 Newsletter I am responsible. When anyone, anywhere, reaches out for help, I want the hand of AA always to be there. And for that I am responsible. Step 10 Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it. Tradition 10 No A.A group or member should ever, in such a way as to implicate A.A., express any opinion on outside controversial issues particularly those of politics, alcohol reform, or sectarian religion. The Alcoholics Anonymous groups oppose no one. Concerning such matters, they can express no views whatever. Concept 10 Every service responsibility should be matched by an equal service authority, with the scope of such authority well defined. Upcoming Area Events October 12: Booker s Meeting, 6p, Christ the King Church, 3021 Route 213, Stone Ridge October 21-23: HMB Area Convention, Queensbury Hotel & Conference Center, Service opportunities available, hmbconvention@aahmbny.org Online registration available at October 28-30: ESCYPAA III Empire State Convention, Hyatt Regency Hotel, 1717 Motor October 30: Halloween Hop, KYPAA, Old Dutch Church, Kingston 9-12 Parkway, Hauppauge, NY More info: November 12: HMB Fellowship Day, Western Cluster District 12 (9) November 12: 2016 Bill W. Dinner, 7p-2a, NY Hilton Hotel, Grand Ballroom, 3rd floor, 1335 Avenue of the Americas, NYC, Proceeds benefit NY Inter-groups 12th Step Work $125 per ticket HMB District 16 PO Box 471 Saugerties, NY District 16 meets the 3rd Tuesday of each 7 the Reservoir United Methodist Church; 3056 Route 28, Shokan NY ULSTER COUNTY BOOKERS MEETING - 2nd Wed in Jan., Apr. July, Oct.; 6 PM before District 7 the King Church; 3021 Route 213, Stone Ridge NY We need your help with Service Support at all events. You can help with setup, breakdown, food, Check for more information or talk with District 16 DCM Diane R. District16DCM@aahmbny.org or Functions Chair Dave M. District16functions@aahmbny.org

HMB 48 District 16 October 2016 Page: 2. Why get a subscription to the Grapevine, AAs meeting in print? It comes in English (The Grapevine) or Spanish (La.

history Who else would publish a book called A Rabbit Walks Into a Bar? We are not a glum lot and AA celebrates that every month.

2 HMB 48 District 16 October 2016 Page: 2. Why get a subscription to the Grapevine, AAs meeting in print? It comes in English (The Grapevine) or Spanish (La. Vina) Experience, strength & hope for just $28.97 per - year. Perfect gift for sponsees and friends celebrating an anniversary. You can send in your story and become part of AA. history Who else would publish a book called A Rabbit Walks Into a Bar? We are not a glum lot and AA celebrates that every month. If you get a subscription for someone new, Grapevine will keep, coming even if they don t. Reading it makes me less restless, irritable and discontent. See District 16 s Grapevine & Literature Chair Kevin H B for more information, District16grapevine@aahmbny.org - Anniversaries KYPAA: Last Thursday of October which is October 27th there will be four celebrants: Quinn p with 3 years Brandon g 1 year Rob with 90 days Carrie 90 days Congrats everyone Fresh Start 28 Year Anniversary celebration, last Monday in October with eating meeting at 6:00pm (beginners meeting will not be held that night. If you are so inclined, bring a dish to share. Centerville If Nothing Changes Nothing Changes: two celebrants the last Saturday in October: Gabe with 9 years & Marygrace with 6 years. Also the group will be celebrating their 28 th group anniversary the end of November (date to be determined) at 6:30 Answering Service: It is time to update the call lists for the answering service. Here is the Answering Service Sign-Up Sheet and Volunteer Guidelines. Print it, fill it out and give to your group GSR or bring it or mail it to the district meeting.

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Thought to Ponder... Forgiveness is the final form of love. AA-related Alconym... T U F = Tolerance, Understanding, Forgiveness.

Thought to Ponder... Forgiveness is the final form of love. AA-related Alconym... T U F = Tolerance, Understanding, Forgiveness. District 12 Unity News May 2016 Forgiveness The moment we ponder a twisted or broken relationship with another person, our emotions go on the defensive. To escape the wrongs we have done another, we resentfully