MIAFG 2026 Annual State Convention

Schedule

Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am to 08:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Prince Conference Center and Hotel | Grand Rapids, MI

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Michigan Al-Anon Family Groups Annual State Convention with AA participation!
About this Event

An entire day immersed in the Al-Anon Family Groups with speakers and panels for the whole family celebrating the 75th Anniversary of Al-Anon/Alateen!

Lunch is included in the registration price of $45 as well as water, hot tea, and/or coffee for the day.

Deli Style Lunch Buffet: An assortment of pre-assembled sandwiches served with sides. With gf - gluten free, vg โ€“ vegan, nf - nut free, df - dairy free, and v - vegetarian options.

Dinner Banquet Options: $35 a person

Calvin Herbed Chicken Email [email protected] if needing allergy or dietary information.

Or

Stuffed Portobello Email [email protected] if needing allergy or dietary information.

Note: *Must choose your banquet option in advance and you cannot purchase a banquet ticket on the day of the event*

Cut off date for mail in registrations is April 15th, 2026.

Cut off for online registrations is April 21st, 2026.

Walk in registrations will be $50 a person - and no banquet available when registering day of the event. Walk-ins will be able to come see the speaker without purchasing a banquet ticket.



Agenda

๐Ÿ•‘: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Panel on The Three Obstacles to Success in Al-Anon

Info: A panel with multiple speakers exploring the 3 Obstacles to Success in Al-Anon: Gossip, Dominance, and Religion


๐Ÿ•‘: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Finances in Recovery

Info: A moderated Q&A panel using questions from the World Service Office on applying Al-Anon principles to finances.


๐Ÿ•‘: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Without Such Spiritual Help...

Info: A moderated Q&A panel using questions from conference approved literature exploring spirituality in Al-Anon recovery.


๐Ÿ•‘: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch Break
๐Ÿ•‘: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Conflict Resolution Workshop

Info: An interactive workshop using the Traditions and conference approved literature to resolve conflict.


๐Ÿ•‘: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Legacy Panel: Looking Back on the Journey

Info: A moderated Q&A panel of Al-Anon members with 40+ years in Al-Anon exploring the journey and celebrating 75 years of recovery.


๐Ÿ•‘: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Future Panel: Moving Forward with Many Voices

Info: A moderated Q&A panel of Al-Anon members ages 35 and under exploring the future of Al-Anon and Alateen.


๐Ÿ•‘: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
BREAK

Info: Two hours of break time. There will be space at the facility for fellowship, connection, and quiet. The facility is also very close to shopping, food, and recreation.


๐Ÿ•‘: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Banquet
๐Ÿ•‘: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Main Speaker
๐Ÿ•‘: 08:30 PM
Convention Closing and Goodbyes
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Where is it happening?

Prince Conference Center and Hotel, 1800 East Beltline Avenue Southeast, Grand Rapids, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 39.19 to USD 49.87

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