Our Annual GDI Fall Retreat: "Uncover, Discover, and Recover"
Oct
9
to Oct 11

Our Annual GDI Fall Retreat: "Uncover, Discover, and Recover"

  • Colombiere Conference and Retreat Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Registration for our Fall Retreat (October 9-11, 2026, at Colombiere Center in Clarkston, MI) is now closed. To be added to the waitlist, you can register with a credit card here; we will notify you if a place opens up.
Questions? Call or text 248.559.7722, or email the Retreat Registrar (oadetroitretreatregistrar@gmail.com).
To provide service during the retreat, sign up for Service here—together we can do what we cannot do alone.

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Our monthly Intergroup meeting
Oct
24
11:15 AM11:15

Our monthly Intergroup meeting

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Join us for our monthly Intergroup meeting—all are welcome—from 11:15 am-12:45 pm on the OA GDI Zoom line
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6990245549?pwd=RnVmcGNwSlFRcitaK1lXS2FNWHVyUT09
Meeting ID: 699 024 5549  |  Passcode: Detroit12
Telephone 312-626-6799  | Meeting ID: 699 024 5549 | Telephone Passcode 990 439 745

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OA Open Talk--Family & Friends are welcome!
Nov
8
6:30 PM18:30

OA Open Talk--Family & Friends are welcome!

  • Henry Ford Hospital-Rochester (1st floor auditorium) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Two guest speakers will be sharing their OA stories and this event is open to the public. Please spread the word!

11/8/26 Open OA Talk at Henry Ford Rochester Hospital-1st floor auditorium
An OA greeter will be at the main hospital entrance. No need to reserve your space—spread the word!

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Monthly GDI Intergroup Meeting
Sep
26
to Sep 27

Monthly GDI Intergroup Meeting

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us at our monthly meeting of the Greater Detroit Intergroup, and see how we support members of OA and the groups they attend:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6990245549?pwd=RnVmcGNwSlFRcitaK1lXS2FNWHVyUT09

Meeting ID: 699 024 5549 | Passcode: Detroit12
Telephone 312-626-6799  | Meeting ID: 699 024 5549 | Telephone Passcode 990 439 745

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Jun
27
12:30 PM12:30

Register now for the Greater Ann Arbor Summer Retreat, "Sunlight of the Spirit"

The Ann Arbor Intergroup is hosting an in-person retreat day on Saturday, June 27th, from 12:30-6 pm EDT at the Michigan Friends Center. The 7th Tradition of $10+ at the door is appreciated; all are welcome and no one will be turned away. Please join us!

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OA-GDI's Spring 2026 Retreat
Apr
10
to Apr 12

OA-GDI's Spring 2026 Retreat

  • St. Paul's Retreat Center (map)
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Registration for the Spring 2026 Retreat is now closed. If you are attending, please click on this link so you can volunteer to serve (such as being a greeter, passing the “Ask-It Baskets,” lead a meditation, etc.

We’re gathering to discuss the Principles of the Twelve Steps of OA—our speakers will share their experiences and growth through the Steps, as well as offer practical methods to attain/maintain abstinence physically, emotionally, and spiritually. There is a solution! All are welcome, including newcomers.

To see our flyer, click here. The Spring 2026 Retreat website is available to view; the Retreat Registrar will send participants an informative email at the start of the week we’re gathering (April 6 or 7, 2026) so you’ll have the information you need. See you there!
Your Spring 2026 Retreat Committee

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OA Unity Day
Feb
21
1:00 PM13:00

OA Unity Day

“Unity Day is a day to celebrate the connection of all members and groups of OA to one another.” -- Overeaters Anonymous

This event is being hosted by the Greater Detroit Intergroup, the Ann Arbor Area Intergroup, and Southwest Michigan Intergroup. We hope to energize you & invite you closer into the OA community. Let’s build some fellowship!
Zoom ID: 846 7759 7350 Password: 508288

Questions? Call, text, or email Norma B. (616-780-1768 odatnormab@gmail.com)

Click here for the flyer

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OA In-Person Fall Retreat
Oct
11
10:00 AM10:00

OA In-Person Fall Retreat

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Join us for the Fall 2025 OA Greater Detroit Intergroup’s

Retreat Day (in-person only)

Thriving Through the Holidays: Abstinence While Celebrating in Your Own Way

When: Saturday October 11, 2025

Where: Trinity Health-Livonia Hospital, 36475 Five Mile Rd, Livonia, MI MI  48154

Time: 10:00am-4:00pm EDT (check-in begins 9:30 am EDT)

Cost:  $10 plus small website fee

For registration and other retreat information —> Click Here

Questions?  Call the OA Helpline at 248.559.7722 OR

Email: OADetroitRetreatRegistrar@gmail.com

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Roots of our Recovery - In Person Retreat
Jun
8
12:30 PM12:30

Roots of our Recovery - In Person Retreat

Spring In-Person Retreat/Workshop: Roots of Our Recovery

Sponsored by Greater Ann Arbor Area Intergroup

When: Sunday, June 8th from 12:30 to 5:30

Where: At the Michigan Friends Center in Chelsea MI

  • Simple lunch, water and tea provided (or bring your own).

  • No cost to attend, though 7th Tradition is welcome ($10 suggested).

  • Raffle: includes items to nurture the roots of your recovery.

PLEASE HELP US PLAN FOR THE DAY BY REGISTERING ASAP!

******* Click here for more info and to register! ******

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OA Greater Detroit Intergroup Spring Retreat
May
2
to May 4

OA Greater Detroit Intergroup Spring Retreat

Registration for our 2025 Spring Retreat is now OPEN!
OA’s Greater Detroit Intergroup invites you to attend
“Together We Can Do What We Could Never Do Alone,”

Date: May 2-4, 2025
Location: Colombiere Center, Clarkston, MI
We will study OA’s Twelve Steps using the AA Big Book, provide various workshop sessions, and have OA meetings both evenings and Saturday afternoon.

Access a tentative schedule and register online (credit and debit cards only, no personal checks) here: https://oagreaterdetroit.regfox.com/2025-oa-spring-retreat

All registered attendees will receive an email packet (with the schedule, menus, map, etc.) during the week of the retreat.

For questions about programming, contact Ira H.: Call/Text: 818.903.6559 or Email: theiray@gmail.com

For questions about registration, please email questions with your contact information to the retreat registrar, Coleen T., at oadetroitretreatregistrar@gmail.com

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OA Open Talk (In-Person)
Mar
16
6:30 PM18:30

OA Open Talk (In-Person)

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS
OPEN TALK MEETING (in person)
SUNDAY, March 16, 2025  6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Join us in the journey to recovery!

We will have 2 Guest Speaker(s) sharing their story.  Open to Family and Friends and anyone wanting to learn more about OA.

 Where: HENRY FORD (formerly Crittenton) HOSPITAL, 1st Floor Auditorium, 1101 West University Dr., Rochester Hills, MI  48307

An OA greeter will be at main hospital entrance to welcome you.  NO need to RSVP

 Contact persons:  Nicki at 248-464-5896, Marjorie at 248-202-2120.

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OA Unity Day in Michigan, USA (Virtual event)
Feb
22
2:00 PM14:00

OA Unity Day in Michigan, USA (Virtual event)

“Together We Get Better!”

Your Hosts: Southwest Michigan Intergroup
Greater Detroit Intergroup
The Greater Ann Arbor Area Intergroup

When: February 22, 2025 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM ET

Where: Zoom Meeting ID# 846 7759 7350 Password 508 288

Let’s all join together in a Zoom meeting to celebrate Unity Day, get to know each other better, and make new connections! We will have a speaker who will talk about our disease of isolation in regards to unity, then time for everyone to introduce themselves and share! All OA members, those interested in joining OA, and their family and friends, of any intergroup, state, or country are welcome!

Questions? Call, text, or email Norma B. 616-780-1768 odatnormab@gmail.com

“Always to extend the hand and heart of OA to all who share my compulsion; for this I am responsible.”

CLICK HERE FOR FLYER

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Thanksgiving Day Gratitude Meeting
Nov
28
9:00 AM09:00

Thanksgiving Day Gratitude Meeting

Thursday November 28, 2024 Thanksgiving Day

9:00-10:00 AM Birmingham Unitarian Church

38651 Woodward (North of Lone Pine)
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304

Two speakers will share for five minutes each about gratitude followed by the opportunity for sharing from others in attendance.

***This is an Open Meeting*** Anyone who has the desire to stop eating compulsively as well as anyone who is interested in learning about the disease of compulsive overeating is welcome.

Click here for flyer

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Region 5 2024 Convention
Sep
6
to Sep 8

Region 5 2024 Convention

Cleveland Central Intergroup of Overeaters Anonymous presents:
Region 5 2024 Convention
Welcome Home (Many Symptoms; One Solution)

When: September 6 – 8, 2024

Where: Holiday Inn Cleveland – S Independence, Ohio

Follow the 12 Step Road To the first in-person Region 5 Convention since 2019

EARLY REGISTRATION EXTENDED TO JULY 5!!!

Website for Details, Registration and Flyer —> Click Here

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Spring Into Recovery Retreat
Apr
12
to Apr 14

Spring Into Recovery Retreat

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Overeaters Anonymous
SPRING INTO RECOVERY
Retreat Sponsored by OA Greater Detroit

Registration is closed effective 3/10/24
If you would like to be added to waiting list, please contact:
Leslie Thacker  248-755-9353
Susanne Gunsorek 248-756-1570

Information about Clothing Boutique - click here

When: April 12-14, 2024 Friday evening through Sunday morning
Location: Colombiere Retreat Center 9075 Big Lake Road Clarkston, MI 48346

Single or Double Rooms
Meals Included
Hear OA Speakers
Enhance your Recovery
Make New Friends

Retreat Flyer (including registration info): 2024 Spring Into Recovery Retreat

For more information, Call Sue S. (248) 408-2340

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OA Greater Detroit Intergroup - Unity Day
Feb
24
2:00 PM14:00

OA Greater Detroit Intergroup - Unity Day

OA Greater Detroit Intergroup
Unity Day

When: Saturday February 24, 2024 - 2:00-3:30 pm
Where: Birmingham Unitarian Church,
38651 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Hills,48304
Contact: GDI PIPO Committee (313) 585-3637

Newcomers Encouraged and Welcome to Attend!!

“Unity with Diversity” Policy THE FELLOWSHIP of Overeaters Anonymous encourages and promotes acceptance and inclusivity. All are welcome to join OA and are not excluded because of race, creed, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other attribute. We welcome all who share our compulsion

Click here for flyer

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Thanksgiving Day Meeting (In-Person)
Nov
23
9:00 AM09:00

Thanksgiving Day Meeting (In-Person)

  • OA Greater Detroit Intergroup (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Wednesday Morning in person meeting is hosting a Thanksgiving Day Meeting. Anyone with a desire to stop eating compulsively is welcome at this meeting.

Thursday November 23, 2023  9:00 am

Location: Birmingham Unitarian Church
38651 Woodward Ave
Bloomfield Hills 48304

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OA Fall Retreat (In Person)
Oct
27
to Oct 29

OA Fall Retreat (In Person)

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OA Fall Retreat
A Big Book Workshop
Sponsored by OA Greater Detroit

NOTE: Retreat is Full! However if you are interested, please call Suzanne G (248) 756-1570 to be placed on a wait list.

When: October 27-29, 2023

Where: Colombiere Center, 9075 Big Lake Road, Clarkston MI 48346
(248) 625-5611

Schedule:
4:00-6:00 pm Friday, Check-in/Welcome Room
6:00 pm Friday, Dinner Buffet
7:00 pm Friday, Program Begins
12:00 pm Sunday, Program Ends

Bring Your Big Book!!

See Flyer For Registration Form and Instructions: Fall Retreat Flyer

Cost Per Person:
$179 Double occupancy with community bath
$207 Single occupancy with community bath
Cost includes 5 meals, coffee, tea and water

Scholarships Available! Contact Suzanne G (248) 756-1570

Registration Deadline: September 27, 2023 (No Refunds after Deadline)

** Masks Optional Unless required by the Venue **

SPREAD THE WORD!!!!

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Stepping Into the Promises
Sep
9
9:00 AM09:00

Stepping Into the Promises

Region 5 2023 Virtual Convention

Hosted by Members of Region 5 Via Zoom

Saturday, September 9th, 2023
One Day Virtual Convention – 8 AM to 4 PM CT/9 AM to 5 PM ET

Zoom Links will be sent the day prior to the Convention.

The Convention will feature:
- Guest Speakers focusing on the OA Promises within each of the 12 Steps.
- Pitches from attendees. Newcomers session. Recovery from relapse session.

Click HERE to register online.
Online registration open through September 8, 2023.

Click HERE to download mail-in registration
Due on or before August 26th, 2023. All mail-in registrations and checks should be sent to: Region 5 Overeaters Anonymous P.O. Box 221224 Shaker Heights, Ohio 44122 Attn: Convention Registration

Donations for the event are welcome. The Convention is the main annual fundraiser for Region 5. Everyone is invited, regardless of ability to pay. Please join us!

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Newcomer Open House
Sep
9
1:00 AM01:00

Newcomer Open House

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  • Google Calendar ICS

OA Virtual Region and
Overeaters Anonymous (OA) Greater DETROIT Intergroup
Invite you to attend
Newcomer Open House!

Saturday, September 9, 2023, 1- 4PM est

Struggling with food? Overeating? Binge Eating? There is a solution!! You no longer have to do It alone! No Dues ~ No Fees ~ No Weigh-ins ~ no diets ***Overeaters anonymous members will be onsite to answer your questions**** Books and free Literature will be available

Where?
Detroit Public library - Main Branch
In “Explorers Room” located on the A-level 5201
Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202

You can also join us via zoom:
Zoom ID: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88051276988? pwd=bmhpQXo0TytkREN1Vmo3RmNMSUF3dz09
Meeting ID: 880 5127 6988
Passcode: 101112

For more info contact: 248 - 559 -7722

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OA Greater Detroit - In-Person Fellowship Gathering
Jul
29
10:00 AM10:00

OA Greater Detroit - In-Person Fellowship Gathering

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  • Google Calendar ICS

     OA GREATER DETROIT

IN PERSON FELLOWSHIP GATHERING

Saturday July 29, 2023, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Birmingham Unitarian Church
38651 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304

Come and learn interesting OA history. Fun trivia game to share your knowledge.
Hear long time members share their experience, strength and hope.Time for sharing and fellowship

Inside and Outside Event (weather permitting)

ALL ARE WELCOME

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Pamela Henderson memorial
Jun
1
5:30 PM17:30

Pamela Henderson memorial

Arrangements for Pamela Henderson

Pam's Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, June 1, 2023 at
6 P.M. with a gathering at 5:30 P.M. 

Sacred Heart Catholic Church
1000 Eliot
Detroit, Mi 48207

There will be a light repast after the Mass in the Activities Center.

Please come prepared to share love and memories of our beloved Sister. 

PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD!


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