The MBAR Logo Content is here! Below are the requirements for submission:
- Submit your design and artwork for consideration to the MBAR Committee
- Each entry should include the conference theme, "Keep It Simple", and the year, "2026"
- Be sure graphics are simple, maximum of 3 colors, and usable for a 2" by 2" logo
- The winning artist's submission will receive free registration to the conference and a T-Shirt - Don't miss out on the Fun and Fellowship!
- Submit Entries by 05/04/25
- Winner will be announced at the June B-Day meeting - 06/28/25
Our annual St. Patrick's Potluck and Speaker Meeting is Sunday, 03/16/25 at 437 Laureles Grade, Carmel Valley. The doors open at 3pm, dinner is at 4pm, and surprise Speaker at 5pm.
Check out more information here
- Funds and Fellowship
- Corned Beef and Cabbage Provided
- Potluck Suggestions by 1st Initial
- 50 / 50 Raffle
- Bring a Chair and Some Friends of Bill W.
- Wear Your Green or Previous MBAR Gear
See you in March!!
New Instagram Page
Live - Official MBAR 2026 Instagram page! This private account ensures a safe, supportive space for our fellowships to share updates, build excitement, and demonstrate the spirituality we are finding with each other. "We absolutely insist on enjoying life!"
We sincerely thank everyone who participated in and contributed to the success of our recent A.A. conference. Your involvement—whether attending, volunteering, or supporting—helped foster an atmosphere of fellowship, recovery, and connection.
As we return to our daily lives, let's reflect on the lessons and insights we shared and continue carrying the message of recovery to those in need. Stay connected, keep coming back, and we look forward to seeing you at future gatherings!
Since 1993, the Monterey Bay Area Roundup (MBAR) has steadily grown in size and significance since its inception, As the event continues to evolve, it remains deeply rooted in the spiritual principles of A.A. and Al-Anon, with a strong focus on fostering personal growth, mutual support, and spiritual development.
Throughout its history, the Roundup has played a vital role in the lives of countless individuals and families, providing a space where they can find hope, healing, and fellowship in their recovery journey.
Explore past conferences, flyers, and A.A./Al-Anon speaker recordings to catch a glimpse of our next MBAR.
Translating a website into Spanish is important because it ensures that essential recovery resources are accessible to Spanish-speaking individuals. In Alcoholics Anonymous(A.A.) and Al-Anon, inclusivity is key to reaching as many people as possible who need support. By offering a Spanish-language version of the site, we can better serve the diverse needs of our community, making sure that everyone, regardless of language, has the opportunity to find help and connect with others on their recovery journey.
Why do we have MBAR?
A.A. conventions are more than just social gatherings; they are spiritual retreats, educational opportunities, and celebrations of sobriety that help individuals and families stay connected to the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. They foster fellowship, provide opportunities for personal and spiritual growth, and serve as a reminder that recovery is a lifelong journey supported by community and a Higher Power.
Frequent contact with newcomers and with each other is the bright spot of our lives.
Big Book p89(Open pdf in browser)
(This is the paragraph from page 89 above.)"Life will take on new meaning. To watch people recover, to see them help others, to watch loneliness vanish, to see a fellowship grow up about you, to have a host of friends—this is an experience you must not miss. We know you will not want to miss it."
It is a fellowship in Alcoholics Anonymous. There you will find release from care, boredom and worry. Your imagination will be fired. Life will mean something at last. The most satisfactory years of your existence lie ahead. Thus, we find the fellowship, and so will you.
Big Book p152(Open pdf in browser)
(This is the paragraph from page 152 above.)"Yes, there is a substitute and it is vastly more than that. It is a fellowship in Alcoholics Anonymous. There you will find release from care, boredom and worry. Your imagination will be fired. Life will mean something at last. The most satisfactory years of your existence lie ahead. Thus we find the fellowship, and so will you."
Over the years, the Monterey Bay Area Roundup has grown to include a variety of activities that support personal and spiritual growth, including:
- Speaker Meetings: These sessions often feature A.A. or Al-Anon members who share their stories of experience, strength, and hope.
- Workshops and Panels: Topics cover the practical aspects of maintaining sobriety, such as sponsorship, emotional well-being, and staying spiritually connected.
- Fellowship and Social Events: Dances, meals, and informal gatherings provide opportunities for participants to bond and share experiences outside of formal meetings.
- Volunteerism and Service: Many participants volunteer their time and effort to help organize the event, reflecting A.A.'s and Al-Anon's tradition of service as a key element of recovery.
