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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 

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  • 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.

District 22 Christmas Party – 12.12.2015

NIA District 22 Annual Christmas Party
Proudly Presents… a festive fellowship of Sweet Desserts and Holiday Celebration! All are Welcome!

Saturday, December 12, 2015
Doors Open at 5:00 pm with Potluck & ‘Sweet Desserts’ until 9:30 pm
Visitor from the North Pole and Musical Entertainment

First United Methodist Church
216 E. Highland Avenue, Downtown Elgin, IL 60120

Raffles, Prizes and 50/50!
Kids Games, Youth Activities and Gifts
“Mystery” Entertainment and Ugly Sweater Contest

Please bring a ’Small Dish to Pass’ as indicated below:
Your Last Name begins with:

  • A-M : Appetizers or Hors d’oeuvre
  • N-Z : Finger Foods or Snacks
  • There will be no dinner entrées served this year, District 22 will be providing a vast dessert and sweets table for all!

Co-Chair: Joe N. @ 630-391-8263 | Co-Chair: Tina R. @ 224-355-5002
Contact Kevin B. with Raffle Donations @ 224-245-1624

For more information: http://dist22.aa-nia.org/events.html

*New Location* Plenty of Free Parking available at the Spring Street Parking Deck – Between Chicago St. and Highland Ave!

Christmas Day Open House

The Elgin Alano Club invites you to enjoy a

Christmas Day Open House

Thursday December 25th, 2014

Time: 12:00 – 7:00 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 meetings will be in session at 1:30 and 7:00 pm in a private meeting room.

 

Elgin Alano Club – 5 N. Union Street, Elgin, IL 60123

www.ElginAlanoClub.org – John McG. 847-334-6236