Meeting basics
Planning your visit
Local context
Freedom From Bondage gives Iowa residents an evening AA option in Newell. It meets on Friday at 7:00 PM, so it can work well for people building a predictable weekly recovery routine.
This directory currently lists 2 AA meetings around Newell, which can help if you need a nearby backup time or a different format. Across Iowa, there are 179 listed Friday meetings in this directory.
Getting there
The listed address is 310 E 3rd St, Newell, IA 50568, 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
The listing does not include a specialized format tag, so expect a general AA meeting format unless the group announces otherwise.
- Give yourself a small time buffer; AA meetings often start promptly.
- You do not need to bring paperwork, insurance information, or a referral.
- 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
Arrive a few minutes early, grab a seat anywhere, and stay after to say hello if you're comfortable. There are no dues or fees — a basket is passed for voluntary contributions. Nobody will make you talk.