AA Meetings near Effort, Pennsylvania
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Sunlight of the Spirit Group
Starting Monday 3/2/26, you will have to use the door on Prospect Street to enter the building. You will not be able to get in until 5:00pm. If you happen to be late (After 5:30), there will be a phone number to call to get in. The church is installing an ADA bathroom in the main church vestibule. You will not be able to get in from the front door.
Happy Hour Group
ENTER: 17th St EVERYDAY EXIT: Chew St
Freedom On Liberty
POCONO LAKE GROUP
1st Beginners, 2nd-4th Closed Discussion This is a closed meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous. In support of A.A.'s singleness of purpose, attendance at closed meetings is limited to persons who have a desire to stop drinking. If you think you have a problem with alcohol, you are welcome to attend this meeting. We ask that when discussing our problems, we confine ourselves to those problems as they relate to alcoholism.
BASICS GROUP
Beginners, No Children
Happy Hour Group
Celebrations are held on the last Saturday of every month.
Monday Night Beginners Group
Hampton Serenity 24
(HYBRID)
Password: Integrity
Bethlehem Group Beginners Meeting
Meeting will now be held in the Fellowship Hall. Upon entering church property, take first left turn, follow the driveway around and park in the big lot on the north end of the church. Fellowship Hall is through either nearby door. 1st Monday - Step Meeting-12&12 Book (1,2,3) 2nd & 3rd Monday - Living Sober Book 4th Monday - Big Book
Online: ABE Group
This is an online Zoom meeting only. You can also join by phone. If you are on the Meeting Guide App, you may need to click "View Web Page" then on the button beneath "Online Meeting." Meeting ID: 703 410 8213 Passcode: 797565 Most Zoom meetings can be joined by phone. Simply call 929 205 6099, then follow the prompts. You will need to enter a meeting’s ID, then their password.
TANNERSVILLE WOMEN'S GROUP
Two doors down from Syndersville Diner. Do not park at Serenity Dental.
Last Monday Open Celebration/Speaker. Two doors down from Syndersville Diner.
Two doors down from Syndersville Diner. Do not park at Serenity Dental.
Give Time Time Group
1st Monday: Step Meeting 3rd Monday: Tradition Meeting Other weeks are Open Discussion or Anniversary celebrations.
Palmer Men's Group
Located in Palmer Business & Commercial Center. Parking is available to the right of the building, along the fences. Entrance for this meeting is on the right-hand side of the building.
Last Monday of the month is a speaker meeting. Coffee is available.
Located in Palmer Business & Commercial Center. Parking is available to the right of the building, along the fences. Entrance for this meeting is on the right-hand side of the building.
Walk The Talk Women's Group
Plenty of street parking. Outside entrance on right down stairs as you face church.
Unidos Podemos
From front entrance in middle of strip mall- go upstairs, turn right, end of hall on right. From back alley entrance- go upstairs, turn left, end of hall on right.
Use door in the middle of the strip mall up to the second floor, Suite D.
From front entrance in middle of strip mall- go upstairs, turn right, end of hall on right. From back alley entrance- go upstairs, turn left, end of hall on right.
Fireside Chat
Alpha Group
(Meeting entrance in rear)
Cedar Crest Women's Group
NEPA Zoom Meeting
Zoom passcode: 348 076 4589
Zoom passcode: 348 076 4589
Moscow Mountain Group
Practice These Principles
parking lot entrance
parking lot entrance
Ziegels Monday Night Meeting
Stepping Stones Group
Steps
Coopersburg Group
Use Oxford Street entrance
Come join us to read and discuss the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. The church's insurance policy requires we lock the door once our meetings start, so please knock if arriving late.
Use Oxford Street entrance
Traditions Meeting
Traditions
Hackettstown Second Chance
Miracles Of Awareness Group
BRODHEADSVILLE BIG BOOK
This is a closed meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous. In support of A.A.'s singleness of purpose, attendance at closed meetings is limited to persons who have a desire to stop drinking. If you think you have a problem with alcohol, you are welcome to attend this meeting. We ask that when discussing our problems, we confine ourselves to those problems as they relate to alcoholism.
FREEDOM FROM BONDAGE TOO GROUP
Behind Fire Hall
Behind Fire Hall
Nazareth Group
Newcomers welcome! Bring your own coffee. Enter through red door on Prospect St. Take stairs on your right to the second floor.
Second Step Group
Use side steps
Use side steps
Bloomsbury Believers Group
(Greenwich) (Church parking directly across the street)
Washington Monday Night Group
(Warren County)
Surprise Group Beginners Meeting
St Peter's Church
Surprise Group Beginners Meeting
St Peter's Church
Online - 11th Step Meditation
The Zoom meeting can be joined by clicking on the link below (Click on "View Web Page" first, if you are in the Meeting Guide App). Meeting ID: 676-051-718 Passcode: 264120 Call-in Option: (646) 558-8656 Enter Meeting ID, then enter Password
THE JOHNSONVILLE GROUP
Rt. 611
Any questions you can reach out to the group secretary, Rebecca P. 484 241-5066
Rt. 611
Blairstown Country Soberites Group
(at Route 94 )
Online: Our Common Welfare
Based in Lehigh Valley, PA, this is an online Zoom meeting only. You can also join by phone. If you are on the Meeting Guide App, you may need to click "View Web Page" then on the button beneath "Online Meeting." New meeting ID: 842 0702 8979 Passcode: 86489 Call in option: Call +1 929 205 6099, Enter meeting ID: 842 0702 8979 , then passcode. Info: ourcommonwelfare1935@gmail.com
Step By Step Group
Steps
Milford Eye Of The Storm Group
(at Route 519)
Mertztown Group
Off State Street
Effort's Busiest Meeting Locations
Online Meeting - Lehigh Valley,
33Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metropolitan Area, USA
Friends Of Bill W. Club
24165-169 NJ-31, Hampton, NJ 08827, USA
1st Presbyterian Church
10579 Main St, Stroudsburg, PA 18360, USA
AA Meeting Statistics for Effort
Most listings: Thursday with 81 meetings
Most common meeting types: English (493), Open (337), Discussion (292), Wheelchair Access (157), Closed (137)
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About AA Meetings near Effort, Pennsylvania
This directory helps people find Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings near Effort, Pennsylvania. Review current meeting times, formats, addresses, accessibility details, and online attendance options before choosing a meeting.
The 2025 U.S. Census Gazetteer lists Effort as a census-designated place in Pennsylvania covering approximately 5.048 square miles of land. MyMeetings uses its Census reference point to center the nearby meeting search.
MyMeetings currently returns 500 AA meeting listings in and around Effort. Because schedules can change, confirm the latest time and location on the individual meeting page before attending.
Local meetings in Effort are coordinated through the AA in the Lehigh Valley. They serve as the primary point of contact for AA in the area.
Types of AA Meetings Available in Effort
Open Meetings: Anyone interested in learning about AA can attend, including family members, friends, and those curious about the program.
Closed Meetings: Reserved for individuals who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings offer a more intimate setting for sharing.
Speaker Meetings: One or more members share their experience, strength, and hope with the group.
Discussion Meetings: Members discuss a topic related to recovery, with everyone having an opportunity to share.
Big Book/Step Study: Focused study of AA literature including the Big Book and the 12 Steps.
Beginner Meetings: Specifically designed for newcomers who may be attending their first meetings. These groups provide extra guidance on how AA works, the 12 Steps, and getting a sponsor.
Online/Virtual Meetings: Participate from anywhere via video or phone. Virtual listings can help when travel, mobility, or scheduling makes an in-person meeting difficult.
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Recovery Resources in Effort
In addition to AA meetings, Effort residents can access recovery support through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which provides a national helpline (1-800-662-4357) and treatment locator. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) offers evidence-based research confirming that consistent participation in peer support groups like AA significantly improves long-term sobriety outcomes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many AA meetings are in Effort?
MyMeetings currently returns 500 meeting listings in and around Effort. Results may include nearby communities so you can compare more options.
What types of AA meetings are available in Effort?
Current listings near Effort identify formats including 12 Steps & 12 Traditions, As Bill Sees It, Big Book, Child-Friendly, Closed, Daily Reflections, Discussion, and English. Use the filters on this page to review the formats attached to each listing.
Are there AA meetings near Effort every day?
Current listings near Effort include meetings on all seven days of the week. Thursday currently has the most listings, with 81.
Are there online AA meetings available in Effort?
The current directory includes 82 listings near Effort with online access details. Review the individual listing for its current joining instructions.
How do I find wheelchair accessible AA meetings in Effort?
157 current listings are marked as wheelchair accessible near Effort. Confirm specific accommodations with the meeting organizer or venue before attending.
What should I expect at my first AA meeting in Effort?
AA meeting practices vary by group. Open meetings welcome anyone interested in learning about AA, while closed meetings are for people with a desire to stop drinking. You may listen without speaking; review the individual listing for its format and any arrival notes.
How do I contact the local AA office in Effort?
The directory identifies AA in the Lehigh Valley as the local AA office serving Effort. Check the local resources section on this page for available contact information.
How often are AA meeting listings updated for Effort?
This page loads the current MyMeetings directory for the area around Effort. Schedules can still change, so confirm the individual listing before traveling.
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