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A.A. Conference
with
Al-Anon Participation

We're excited to announce our upcoming MBAR on
Labor Day weekend!

Virtual Kick-Off Zoom Meeting(Opens Zoom Application)

August 30th at 8:00pm PDT
Speaker: Oliver D. from Delaware
Meeting ID: 831 4306 2293
Passcode: 2024
This meeting is open to everyone, and we encourage you to join!

In-Person Meetings

August 31st and September 1st at the Monterey Conference Center
Please note that registration is required for the in-person event.

We are excited to have you join us! Please come over to the registration table to sign up in person, as online registration is now closed. We can't wait to welcome you!

MBAR's Schedule of Events

Adobe PDF icon MBAR's Program 2024(Open pdf in browser)
Main meeting room stage with A.A. conference banners.

Friday Night, August 30th - Free for All

8:00pm
A.A. Zoom Meeting
ID: 831 4306 2293
Password: 2024
Speaker: Oliver D., Delaware
Topic: Experience, Strength, and Hope
(ASL Interpretation Provided)
9:30pm
Online 50/50 Drawing
(Following the Speaker)

Saturday, August 31st
Steinbeck Ballroom (2 and 3)

8:00am
Registration Opens
8:00am
A.A.(English): Marathon Meetings Begin - Colton 1
(See insert for scheduled times)

A.A.(Spanish): Marathon Meetings Begin - Colton 1
(See insert for scheduled times)

Al-Anon(English): Marathon Meetings Begin - Steinbeck 1b
(See insert for scheduled times)
9:00am
Al-Anon(Spanish): Marathon Meetings Begin - Steinbeck 1a
(See insert for scheduled times)
10:00am
A.A. Kick-Off Speaker
Speaker: Mark S., Salinas, CA
Mark S.

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Secretary: Jean T.
(ASL Interpretation Provided)
Preamble: Katherine J.
Twelve Traditions: Todd S.
More About Alcoholism: Arthur T.
How It Works: Samantha C.
Vision For You: Aubrey G.
Closing Prayer: Cole T.
11:30am
A.A. / Al-Anon Double Winner Panel
Panelist: Annette C. and Micha C.
Annette C.

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Micha C.

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Secretary: Kathleen S.
1:00pm
Speed Fellowship - Stevenson 2
2:00pm
A.A. / Al-Anon Speaker Meeting
Al-Anon Speaker: Shelly S., Newport Beach, CA

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Secretary: Jane H.
(ASL Interpretation Provided)
Al-Anon Welcome: Su C.
Al-Anon Preamble: Olya O.
Al-Anon Twelve Steps: Susan A.
Al-Anon Closing : Dawn C.
A.A. Speaker: Denis D., Santa Cruz, CA

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Secretary: Renee C.
(ASL Interpretation Provided)
Twelve Traditions: Maryam H.
More About Alcoholism: Paul F.
How It Works: Sean B.
Vision For You: Gina H.
Closing Prayer: T.C. W.
3:30pm
Goose Chase Scavenger Hunt - Stevenson 2
5:00pm
Meet the Speaker's Dinner - Bethlehem Lutheran Church ∆
7:30pm
A.A. Speaker Meeting
Speaker: Krystal M., Sacramento, CA
Krystal M.
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Secretary: Chris T.
Countdown: Carolyn H. and Arthur T.
(ASL Interpretation Provided)
Preamble: Kathleen S.
Twelve Traditions: Jill V.
More About Alcoholism: Joel Y.
How It Works: Mark F.
A Vision For You: Micah C.
A Vision for You in Spanish: Robert
Closing Prayer: Phillip E.
8:00pm
The Al-Anon Silent Auction Closes
8:30pm
Roundup Prize Raffle and 50/50 Drawing - Must be present to win
(Immediately Following Speaker Meeting)
9:30pm
Fun and Fellowship Masquerade Dance

Sunday, September 1st
Steinbeck Ballroom (2 and 3)

8:00am
Registration Opens
8:00am
Round-Up Breakfast and Bingo Games - Bethlehem Lutheran Church ∆
9:00am
A.A.(English): Marathon Meetings Begin - Colton 1
(See insert for scheduled times)

A.A.(Spanish): Marathon Meetings Begin - Steinbeck 1a
(See insert for scheduled times)

Al-Anon(English\Spanish): Marathon Meetings Begin - Steinbeck 1b
(See insert for scheduled times)
9:30am
A.A. Panel - Experience Exchange: Foundation for the Future
Panelist: Pasquale C., Lisa M., Mike V., and Jill V.
Pasquale C.

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Lisa M.

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Mike V.

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Jill V.

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Secretary: Maryam H.
10:00am
A.A.(Spanish): Marathon Meetings Begin - Steinbeck 1a
(See insert for scheduled times)
11:00am
Al-Anon Speaker Meeting
Speakers: Chris W. and Eileen W.(Parents), Redding, CA
Chris W.

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Secretary: Jane H.
(ASL Interpretation Provided)
Eileen W.

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Open with Serenity Prayer: Terrill K.
Al-Anon Welcome: Natalie A.
Al-Anon Preamble: Michelle M.
Al-Anon Twelve Steps: Natalie S.
Al-Anon Closing: Liz M.
Su C. Singing the Opening Prayer

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12:00pm
Paint Party - Stevenson 2
1:00pm
Werewolf Fellowship Game - Stevenson 2
1:30pm
Alateen Speaker Meeting
Speaker: Amelia - 16 year old and Ask-it-Basket

MBAR abides by the B-17 NCWSA Requirement for Alateen Member Safety - For more information contact Concetta C. at concettacuva@gmail.com or Marge S. at msch1993@gmail.com

Amelia

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Secretary: Marge S.(Chair)
(ASL Interpretation Provided)
Open with Serenity Prayer
Al-Anon Welcome: Jody E.
Al-Anon Preamble: Susan A.
Al-Anon Twelve Steps: Jackie H.
Al-Anon Closing: Concetta C.
2:00pm
Cornhole and Fellowship Hour - Stevenson 2
3:00pm
Ice Cream Social - 2nd Floor Terrace
4:00pm
A.A. Trivia: General Service - Stevenson 2
5:00pm
A.A. Speaker Meeting
Speaker: Dean S., Salinas, CA
Dean S.

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Secretary: Roger M.
(ASL Interpretation Provided)
Preamble: Samantha C.
Preamble in Spanish: Robert
Twelve Traditions: Mark S.
More About Alcoholism: Conor R.
How It Works: Rick
Vision For You: Naomi B.
Closing Prayer: Arthur T.
6:30pm
Al-Anon Prize Raffle Drawing - Must be present to win
(Immediately Following Speaker Meeting)
7:00pm
Conference Ends - Until 2026
Δ Location of Event is different than conference site.
Disclaimer: This schedule is subject to change.

Conference Services: Keep it Simple

Shuttle service will be available as to drive from the conference center to the Bethlehem Lutheran Church for the Sunday morning breakfast and the Saturday evening Meet the Speaker's Dinner. Go to the registration desk for more information about this complimentary service.

This is the Monterey Conference Center floor plan for navigating MBAR.
Monterey Conference Center MapAdobe PDF icon(Open pdf in browser)

See our local A.A. Central Office website www.aamonterey.org(Opens a new window) for a current listing of meetings in the area.

Bethlehem Lutheran Church(Opens a new window)

Triangular warning sign with an exclamation point.Please note: Breakfast and Dinner will be held at
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, located at 800 Cass Street in Monterey.
(It is a little over one mile from the Conference Center.)


Monterey Conference Center(Opens a new window)

MBAR 2026 on Labor Day weekend!

Virtual Kick-Off Zoom Meeting

August 28th at 8:00pm PDT
This meeting is open to everyone, and we encourage you to join!

In-Person Meetings

August 29th and August 30th at the Monterey Conference Center
Please note that registration is required for the in-person event.

We look forward to seeing you then!