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<!--Generated by Squarespace Site Server v5.11.5 (http://www.squarespace.com/) on Fri, 03 Sep 2010 05:47:20 GMT--><rss xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" version="2.0"><channel><title>SCINA News and Announcements</title><link>http://www.scina.org/home/</link><description></description><lastBuildDate>Sat, 28 Aug 2010 04:44:01 +0000</lastBuildDate><copyright></copyright><language>en-US</language><generator>Squarespace Site Server v5.11.5 (http://www.squarespace.com/)</generator><item><title>September InterGroup Meeting -Picnic and Elections</title><dc:creator>Administrator</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 28 Aug 2010 04:42:29 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.scina.org/home/2010/8/27/september-intergroup-meeting-picnic-and-elections.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">351349:3736576:8702075</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>Check back shortly for information on the September Intergroup Meeting. &nbsp;We will have the annual Picnic along with Elections for the Upcoming Year. &nbsp;Come on out meet people from other Meetings and Getan opportunity to be of service in the next year... Stay tuned!</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.scina.org/home/rss-comments-entry-8702075.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Intergroup Meeting on Sunday!</title><dc:creator>Administrator</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jun 2010 04:35:39 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.scina.org/home/2010/6/18/intergroup-meeting-on-sunday.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">351349:3736576:8028049</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>The Monthly Meeting of the Intergroup is Coming up This Sunday , June 20, 2010.</p>
<p>All are welcome and we can use more representation of the meetings in the area. &nbsp;Follow the <a href="http://www.scina.org/intergroup/">link</a>&nbsp;To get information on how to get to the meeting.</p>
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<p>&nbsp;Look Forward to seeing new faces there!</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.scina.org/home/rss-comments-entry-8028049.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>11th Annual Retreat - Now Taking reservations. July 17 -18, 2010</title><dc:creator>Administrator</dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 16 May 2010 16:17:49 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.scina.org/home/2010/5/16/11th-annual-retreat-now-taking-reservations-july-17-19-2010.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">351349:3736576:7691091</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span><strong>Who?  Nicotine Anonymous members and Guests. </strong></span></p><p><span><strong>What?  A two day retreat focused on prayer and meditation.</strong></span></p><p><span><strong>Where? Joshua Tree Retreat Center at the Institute of Mental Physics.</strong></span></p><p><span><strong>When? 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 17, 2010 until 12:00 p.m. July 18, 2010.</strong></span></p><p><span><strong>Why? To Broaden our spiritual life within the framework of the Nicotine Anonymous Steps and Traditions.</strong></span></p><p><span><strong>How? In one-hour workshops on Saturday and Sunday, we will use meditation and prayer to study our relationship with the God of our understanding. On Saturday night, we&rsquo;ll hold a Nicotine Anonymous meeting under the desert stars in the shadow of Joshua Tree National Park. </strong></span></p><p><span><strong>Cost? $100.00 - This includes Lunch and Dinner on Saturday, Breakfast on Sunday and Lodging for your overnight stay. ($130.00 if paid after May 31, 2010)</strong></span></p><p><span><strong> </strong></span></p><p><span><strong>To sign up , or for more information:</strong></span></p><p><span><strong>Contact Jane Haskell at (323) 852-1518</strong></span></p><p><strong><a href="http://www.scina.org/information/Scina%20Retreat%202010.pdf">Get the Flyer here.</a></strong></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.scina.org/home/rss-comments-entry-7691091.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>World Services Nicotine Anonymous - Call to Service</title><dc:creator>Administrator</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2010 14:38:20 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.scina.org/home/2010/3/24/world-services-nicotine-anonymous-call-to-service.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">351349:3736576:7114227</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><strong><em>Nicotine Anonymous World Services is in need of Volunteers to take on the Following open positions:</em></strong></p>
<p><strong>Bylaws Coordinator</strong></p>
<p>The bylaws coordinator compiles suggested changes to the Bylaws and presents them to the annual Conference.</p>
<p><strong>Web Coordinato</strong>r</p>
<p>This coordinator monitors our World services website for up to date information and ease of use and recommends improvements to the Chairperson as well as posting updates to the Current Events, Public Outreach and Archives sections of the website. Our Current Coordinator will be resigning in April 2011. This position requires technical expertise and we would like to identify a replacement early so you can work with our current webmaster for transition period.</p>
<p><strong>Telephone and E-mail Servants</strong></p>
<p>From the comfort of your own home, you can respond to telephone calls and e-mails from those who are just starting our on their<strong><em><span style="font-weight: normal;"> path</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"> to freedom</span>.</em></strong></p>
<p><strong>Translators</strong></p>
<p>Help us spread the word by translating our literature, or step up to the plate when foreigh-speaking inquiries come to our attention.</p>
<p>For further information about any of these positins, please contact</p>
<p>Nicotine Anonymous World Services</p>
<p>419 Main Street, PMB #370</p>
<p>Huntington Beach, CA 92648</p>
<p>or email &nbsp;<a href="mailto:chairperson@nicotine-anonymous.org">chairperson@nicotine-anonymous.org</a></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.scina.org/home/rss-comments-entry-7114227.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Save the Date: Wednesday January 13, 2010 - Post Holiday Dinner Meeting</title><dc:creator>Administrator</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:03:42 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.scina.org/home/2009/12/20/save-the-date-wednesday-january-13-2010-post-holiday-dinner.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">351349:3736576:6108458</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>Come Celebrate &nbsp;After the Holidays at the 16th Annual Nicotine Anonymous Holiday Dinner Meeting.</p>
<p>Wednesday January 13, 2010 at 6:30pm at the Sizzler, 1401 North Harbor, Fullerton, CA</p>
<p>There will be Guest Speakers and Fellow ship - all are welcome!</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.scina.org/home/rss-comments-entry-6108458.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Tenth Annual Marathon Meeting Sat. November 21, 2009</title><dc:creator>Administrator</dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2009 05:04:04 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.scina.org/home/2009/10/17/tenth-annual-marathon-meeting-sat-november-21-2009.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">351349:3736576:5513636</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>Each year, The Southern California Intergroup of Nicotine Anonymous ( SCINA), hosts a Marathon Meeting. Members from across Southern California lead meetings, every hour, on the hour, for one whole day . This event is a wonderful opportunity to share our experience, strength and hope with other members across the region.</p>
<p>Join us at the Calvary Baptist Church for an hour or the whole day!</p>
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<h3>Date: &nbsp;Saturday, November 21, 2009</h3>
<h3>Time: &nbsp;9:00 am to 9:00 p.m.</h3>
<h3>Location: Calvary Baptist Church</h3>
<h3>Family Center, Conference Room B</h3>
<h3>14722 Clark Avenue, Bellflower, CA</h3>
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<p><span>Nicotine Anonymous Meetings held every hour on the hour!</span></p>
<p><span>&nbsp;Slots are available to lead a meeting.</span></p>
<p><span>&nbsp;To sign up to lead a meeting contact:</span></p>
<p><span>&nbsp;</span><span><strong> Call Joseph W@&nbsp; (562) 644-5225</strong></span></p>
<p><span><strong>&nbsp;or by Email at </strong><a href="mailto:jojosplace@earthlink.net"><span><strong>jojosplace@earthlink.net</strong></span></a></span></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.scina.org/information/scina%20Marathon%20Flyer.pdf">&nbsp;Download the Marathon Meeting Brochure here</a>.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>You Can down load it <a href="http://www.scina.org/information/Nicotine_Anonymous_Chips.pdf">here.</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;If you or someone you know is looking for a meeting near there - Download the flyer and check it out.</p>
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<p>SUNDAYS AT 5:00 PM &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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<p>ST. GEORGES CHURCH</p>
<p><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=St+George+Church&amp;sll=33.587024,-117.708893&amp;sspn=0.097956,0.188313&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;ll=33.614047,-117.708893&amp;spn=0.097926,0.188313&amp;z=13&amp;iwloc=A">23802 Avenida De La Carlota</a></p>
<p>Laguna Hills, CA</p>
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<p>WEDNESDAYS AT 7:30 PM</p>
<p>WELLS FARGO BUILDING</p>
<p><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=32222+Camino+Capistrano,+San+Juan+Capistrano&amp;sll=34.046747,-118.434237&amp;sspn=0.006294,0.01177&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;z=17&amp;iwloc=A">32222 Camino Capistrano (upstairs)</a></p>
<p>San Juan Capistrano, CA</p>
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<p>&nbsp;It will be held in Palms Park on September 20, 2009. &nbsp;Meeting will be at 10:00 am for election of SCINA officers for the coming year. &nbsp;A Potluck Picnic follows &nbsp;from 12:00pm until 4pm. &nbsp;Its for anyone in Nicotine Anonymous or family or friends. Bring something to share and come out and have some fun! &nbsp;Celebrate your smobriety with us!</p>
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<p>Information can Be found on the link to the Event in the menu bar - or by clicking <a href="http://scina.squarespace.com/scina-2009-picnic/">here</a>.</p>
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<p>&nbsp;Flyer can be downloaded by <a href="http://scina.squarespace.com/information/SCINA%20PIcnic%20Flyer%202009-1.pdf">clicking here.</a></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.scina.org/home/rss-comments-entry-5002549.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Get Ready for the Annual SCINA Picnic!</title><category>Intergroup</category><category>Picnic</category><category>The Annual Picnic</category><category>events</category><category>scina</category><dc:creator>Administrator</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2009 06:36:31 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.scina.org/home/2009/7/19/get-ready-for-the-annual-scina-picnic.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">351349:3736576:4681923</guid><description><![CDATA[<p>Every September, on the third Sunday of the Month - SCINA holds a picnic for all the members of NicA who would like to attend. &nbsp;It is also the time of year where we elect out new officers for the comming year. &nbsp;This year it will be held in the Los Angeles Area &nbsp;- in Culver City at Palms Park.</p>
<p>More detailed information , including a flyer and a map will be posted shortly .</p>
<p>Check back on the web site for more information shortly!</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://www.scina.org/home/rss-comments-entry-4681923.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Time to Sign up The 10th Annual Nicotine Anonymous Retreat</title><dc:creator>Administrator</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:23:24 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.scina.org/home/2009/4/27/time-to-sign-up-the-10th-annual-nicotine-anonymous-retreat.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">351349:3736576:3816097</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.scina.org/information/">Download the Brochure here</a></p>
<p><strong>To sign up , or for more information:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Contact Jane Haskell at (323) 852-1518</strong></p>
<p><span><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Who?</span> :Nicotine Anonymous members and Guests.</strong></span></p>
<p><span><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">What? </span>A two day retreat focused on prayer and meditation.</strong></span></p>
<p><span><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Where? </span>Joshua Tree Retreat Center at the Institute of Mental Physics.</strong></span></p>
<p><span><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">When?</span> 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 2009 until 12:00 p.m. July 12, 2009.</strong></span></p>
<p><span><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Why?</span>To Broaden our spiritual life within the framework of the Nicotine Anonymous Steps and Traditions.</strong></span></p>
<p><span><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">How? </span>In one-hour workshops on Saturday and Sunday, we will use meditation and prayer to study our relationship with the God of our understanding. On Saturday night, we&rsquo;ll hold a Nicotine Anonymous meeting under the desert stars in the shadow of Joshua Tree National Park.</strong></span></p>
<p><span><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Cost?</span> $130.00 - This includes Lunch and Dinner on Saturday, Breakfast on Sunday and Lodging for your overnight stay.</strong></span></p>
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