Copake Breakaway

Meeting Format

• Big Book
• Newcomer
• Meditation
• Open
• Speaker

Big Book

The group reads from and discusses the book Alcoholics Anonymous (the "Big Book").

Newcomer

Designed for people in their first days or weeks. The format usually covers the basics of the program and how meetings work.

Meditation

Includes a period of silent or guided meditation, usually followed by sharing.

Open

Open meetings welcome anyone — family, friends, students, and people who are simply curious — not only those with a drinking or drug problem.

Speaker

One or more members share their story at length. Speaker meetings are a good fit if you would rather listen than talk.

Notes from the Group

Myself and two or three others meet Wednesdays at the Church Street Deli and Pizzeria in Copake, NY at 6:30pm. Our meeting is currently going through some changes, but if we get enough people who want a dedicated MA meeting in a dedicated space, we will again aim to do that, per the group conscience. For now, we try to consistently be available at this restaurant for newcomers and those still suffering. We listen and share our experience, strength and hope. At 7pm, across the street is an AA meeting open to all sufferers of any substance addiction. We usually go in order to enjoy a larger meeting, strong recovery, and fellowship. We hope you’ll join us. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Gregg at [email protected].