Rear of St. Anthony's Church
Clontarf Group runs a Beginner meeting on Friday evenings at 8.30pm, again at St. Anthony's House behind St. Anthony's Church on St. Lawrence Road in Clontarf. Although the meeting is closed, restricting attendance to those with a desire to stop drinking, the Beginner format is specifically geared towards people who are new to Alcoholics Anonymous and may be attending their first ever meeting. Expect a slower pace and more explanation of how AA works compared with the group's other weekly sessions. There is no charge for attending, no registration, and no obligation to speak if you would rather listen. Wheelchair accessibility at St. Anthony's House has not been confirmed, so it is worth asking the group directly if step-free access is important to you.
Is this meeting suitable for someone attending AA for the first time?
Yes. It is run as a Beginner meeting, aimed at people new to Alcoholics Anonymous, though it remains closed to those with a desire to stop drinking rather than open to the public.
Do I need to book or pay to attend?
No. Like all AA meetings it is free and there is no booking system.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
This has not been confirmed for St. Anthony's House, so anyone with access needs may wish to check beforehand.
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