Join SE Wisconsin Al-Anon Family Groups for a complimentary educational event created for counselors, therapists, social workers, healthcare professionals, clergy, educators, and other helping professionals. Learn how Al-Anon supports the families and friends of alcoholics through speakers and a Q&A panel. LOCATION: Al-Anon Service Center: Summit Place • Suite 2125 (First Floor) 6737 W. Washington St., West Allis, WI 53214. Find complete details here.
Share Hope. Inspire Recovery. One Book at a Time.
In celebration of National Recovery Month this September, Al-Anon groups are invited to participate in the Forgotten Book Challenge—a simple community outreach project that spreads hope one book at a time.
The Challenge: Each member is encouraged to purchase at least one One Day At A Time (ODAT) book and intentionally “forget” it in a public place where someone who may be struggling can unexpectedly discover a message of hope, encouragement, and recovery.Whether it’s left in a Little Free Library, doctor’s office, coffee shop, park bench, or community center, one book has the potential to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.
Book Pricing: Individual book: $13 • Case of 24 books: $234 ($9.75 per book) Groups are encouraged to order a case together to reduce the cost per participant.
Timeline: August 1–14: Groups collect orders and payments from members. Mid-August
• Books are ordered. First Week of September • Books are distributed to participating groups. Throughout September (National Recovery Month) • Members leave their ODAT books throughout the community.
Why Participate? The Forgotten Book Challenge is an opportunity to extend the Al-Anon message beyond the meeting room. A single book can provide hope, comfort, and encouragement to someone facing the effects of alcoholism or addiction—perhaps at the exact moment they need it most.
Together, we can: help celebrate National Recovery Month by sharing hope; increase awareness of recovery resources in our communities; reach individuals and families affected by substance use and mental health challenges; demonstrate that recovery is possible—one day at a time.
Group Challenge: How many ODAT books can your group “forget” in the community this Recovery Month?Together, let’s spread hope—one book at a time.
Registration for the 3rd Annual Violet Weekend is now open! Speakers, Fellowship, Fun
Join us Friday October 2, 5:00 p.m. through 11:00 a.m. Sunday October 4, 2026 at the Schoenstatt Retreat Center in Waukesha, WI. You may register at this link.
Details can be found on the registration form. Spread the word!
9th Annual Al-Anon Convention: Area 61-Wisconsin & UP of Michigan
Al-Anon/Alateen with AA Participation
SAVE THE DATES: October 23, 24 and 25, 2026
MORE EVENT DETAILS & REGISTRATION AVAILABLE HERE