Meeting basics
Planning your visit
Local context
Big Book Group gives Iowa residents a daytime AA option in Algona. It meets on Wednesday at 12:00 PM, so it can work well for people building a predictable weekly recovery routine.
This directory currently lists 8 AA meetings around Algona, which can help if you need a nearby backup time or a different format. Across Iowa, there are 187 listed Wednesday meetings in this directory.
Getting there
The listed address is 600 N Ridgley St, Algona, IA 50511, USA. Use the directions button before leaving, and allow a little extra time for parking, building entrances, elevators, gates, or room changes.
Meeting-specific guidance
Based on the format tags for this listing, it is closed to people who have a desire to stop drinking; Big Book reading or discussion may be part of the meeting.
- If you are new, getting there a few minutes early makes it easier to ask where the room is.
- You can sit quietly and listen; sharing is optional.
- Confirm the time and location with the group or intergroup when possible, especially around holidays.
This guidance is generated from the meeting schedule, address, format tags, local area fields, and intergroup/source notes stored for this listing.
Meeting format notes
This is a closed meeting — attendance is limited to people who have a desire to stop drinking. If that's you, you belong here, even on day one.
This group studies the Big Book (Alcoholics Anonymous). Bring a copy if you have one — most groups have loaners.