Elgin’s Community Christmas Dinner

We are proud to announce the first annual community Christmas dinner. There be plenty of free food, beverages, desserts, music and games and face painting for the kids. Free for all.

Since our first Thanksgiving dinner in 2009, these get togethers have truly evolved into “community” events. Everyone is welcomed and many people from all walks of life have become friends. It is a time to get together, meet others and share a meal. Our dream for these dinners is to grow them into community wide “family” dinners just like you would have in your own home…just a bit bigger. Where everyone does their part and then sits to enjoy each other and the food at the same time.

Because of all of the support from our donors, partners, volunteers and patrons, these dinners are evolving into just that.

Please come join us at the Community Dinner. Please spread the word.

Volunteer shifts
8-10:30 (set up and food prep()
11-1pm (service)
1-3pm (service/tear down)

Monesotary Donations are accepted. Mail or Drop off to:
In The Neighborhood Deli (ITN Deli) (c/o Community Dinner; 185 Edison Ave; .Elgin, Il 60123
***Please make checks payable to Elgin Community Network with Community Dinners in memo.

Desert donations accepted at the Deli on Friday until 3pm or at the dinner location the event Saturday until 11am.

Thanks, Jeff and Anthony

Christmas Day Open House

The Elgin Alano Club invites you to enjoy a

Christmas Day Open House

Sunday December 25th, 2016

Time: 12:00 – 5:00 pm   |   Food – Fellowship – Fun!

All are Welcome!

EAC will be open for friends and visitors on Christmas Day!  There will be food to share, the gift shop, plasma flat screen TV (football broadcasts) and members lounge are open, kids room activities (Disney & Wii) and lots more!  Bring a dish to pass, DVD or Board Game to share and stop in to make some new friends.

Our regular closed meeting will be in session at 6:30 pm in the main meeting room.

Elgin Alano Club – 73 S. Riverside Dr. Downtown Elgin

www.ElginAlanoClub.org – Laurie Faith 815-263-7658

District 22 Christmas Party – 12.3.2016

District 22 Christmas Party – Saturday, December 3, 2016

Doors open at 5pm until 9pm

First United Methodist Church 216 E. Highland Ave. Elgin, Illinois 60120

We are accepting donations for raffle prizes.

Please bring a dish to share.

If interested in helping or serving on the committees please contact; Susan or Wade L. (847) 687-5117

Christmas Day Open House

The Elgin Alano Club invites you to enjoy a

Christmas Day Open House

Friday December 25th, 2015

Time: 12:00 – 5:00 pm   |   Food – Fellowship – Fun!

All are Welcome!

EAC will be open for friends and visitors on Christmas Day!  There will be food to share, the gift shop, big screen TV (digital antenna broadcasts) and members lounge are open, kids room activities (Disney & Wii) and lots more!  Bring a dish to pass, DVD or Board Game to share and stop in to make some new friends.

Our regular closed meeting will be in session at 1:30 pm in a private meeting room.

 

Elgin Alano Club – 73 S. Riverside Dr. Downtown Elgin

www.ElginAlanoClub.org – Laurie Faith 815-263-7658

 

Holiday Parties: 5 Tips to Stay Safe and Sober 

  • Be Prepared to Turn Down a Drink – It’s common to be offered a drink at a party, so be prepared to turn one down. An effective way to avoid an awkward line of questioning is to claim an allergy to alcohol. Addicts and alcoholics have an abnormal reaction to alcohol and in this sense we are indeed “allergic” to it!
  • Hold a Non-alcoholic Drink – Keeping a non-alcoholic drink in-hand will ward off potential offers of a drink. People will likely assume anything that isn’t water is alcohol.
  • Use the Buddy System – When attending a party, it helps to buddy up with someone who is available to talk. That individual can also be in attendance or connected by phone. For those with a designated support system – such as a sponsor for those in AA – plan to check in both before and after the event.
  • Reach Out to Others – Support networks are extremely useful during the holidays, so be sure to use them. Reach out to sober friends and supporters, even if you’re not in trouble. It’s important to stay plugged in, especially during this time. The Sober Grid community is a great place to connect with others with similar experiences.
  • Take a Break – Maintaining sobriety is more important than any party. Don’t be afraid to step outside, or even leave if necessary.
  • Travel Smart –  If traveling, plan out support group meetings – AA, NA a local Alano Club or other 12-step fellowships- in advance. You can visit a 12-step fellowship or local district website, or use addiction.com/meeting-finder/ to get information about resources in different areas when traveling.