Announcements and Upcoming Events   *Suggested Meeting Contribution Increased
In February, the Board of Trustees made a financial decision to change the suggested meeting contribution to US$5 per meeting. The amount had not been updated in about ten years, and our costs, of course, have risen in that time. We want to uphold our Responsibility Pledge by offering all necessary services to our members—always. When our projected income threatens to compromise our ability to carry the message through these services, the budgeting process becomes extremely challenging. The slogan for contributions is “give as if your life depends on it.” The quality of our lives is clearly improved as we apply the Principles of the Steps and Traditions. I am happy to contribute $5 (still less than a fast food meal these days) for that improved quality of life.

*Tips & Guidelines to Help You stay Abstinent Through The Holidays*
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December 28, 2019 & January 4, 11, 25, 2020: Quick Step the 12 Steps workshop from 1 PM to 3 PM at Semaj Health and Wellness Office in Cranston, RI. Attendance is limited to 6 so preregistration is required. Please contact me or text Diane at 401 – 573 – 3489.
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January 17 – 19, 2020: Freedom in Recovery winter retreat in Chester, CT organized by the New York Metro intergroup.
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January 18, 2020 - Sponsor Training at St. Luke's Church in Gales ferry, CT
11:30 AM to 1 PM
following the regular weekly meeting
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January 22 - April 29, 2020: 15 week Journey through the Steps study on Wednesdays from 7 PM to 9 PM at Westminster Presbyterian Church in West Hartford, CT.  Preregistration required.
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January 26, 2020: Speaker meeting at Grace United Methodist Church located at 10 Park Ave. in Westerly, RI from 6 PM to 7 PM.
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February 29, 2020 - Unity Day celebration with the 12 Steps in 5 Hours workshop
9:30 AM to 3 PM (includes half hour for lunch)
Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London, CT.
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March 1, 2020: early bird registration deadline for the annual retreat in Deep River, CT on June 19 - 21, 2020. Theme will be Tranquility: Living the Program, Walking the Walk. This event is organized jointly by members of SECTOA and SWCTOA.
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