Thursdays7:00PM - 8:00PM
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Providence, Rhode Island
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ClosedDaily ReflectionsDiscussionEnglishGayLGBTQWomen
Meeting Notes:
Group #: Zoom ID # - 841 8228 6335 Passcode - Thursday
Find AA Meetings in Rhode Island
Find AA Meetings in Rhode Island
•Sourced from official Rhode Island AA intergroups
Rhode Island's AA community includes 308 meetings across 44 cities, held daily at churches, community centers, and online. Whether you're looking for a meeting near you, a specific format, or an online or Zoom option anywhere in Rhode Island, this directory lists local AA groups that are open to newcomers and people at every stage of recovery.
Rhode Island is the smallest state but maintains a dense AA fellowship: roughly the size of an average county in many states, but with a meeting calendar concentrated around Providence and reaching the Newport, South County, and Blackstone Valley communities.
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Online AA Meetings in RI
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Thursdays8:00PM - 9:00PM
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Providence, Rhode Island
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DiscussionEnglishNewcomerOpen
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Group #: Meeting Type - Newcomer Zoom ID # - 94163128231 *NEW* Password AAat8
Thursdays8:00PM - 9:00PM
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Warwick, Rhode Island
Meeting Types & Format:
DiscussionEnglishOpen
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Group #: Zoom ID # - 4039218084 Zoom Password - 71012 Telephone Passcode - 4039218084#
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AA Meetings in Rhode Island by the Numbers
Across Rhode Island, the 308 listed AA groups are concentrated in Providence (46 meetings), Warwick (38), and North Kingstown (16), with active groups in 44 cities in total. Monday is the busiest day for meetings, and evening (5–9 PM) sessions are the most common. About 38% of groups (117) offer an online or hybrid option.
Largest AA communities in Rhode Island
- 1.Providence46 meetings
- 2.Warwick38 meetings
- 3.North Kingstown16 meetings
- 4.Westerly13 meetings
- 5.Cranston12 meetings
- 6.Middletown12 meetings
- 7.Narragansett12 meetings
- 8.Newport12 meetings
- 9.South Kingstown12 meetings
- 10.Woonsocket12 meetings
When AA groups meet in Rhode Island
- Sunday59
- Monday89
- Tuesday87
- Wednesday78
- Thursday80
- Friday84
- Saturday69
Meetings per day of the week across Rhode Island. Monday has the most scheduled groups.
What members read between meetings
A.A.'s own literature does most of the heavy lifting between meetings in Rhode Island. These are the books most often spotted on a member's bookshelf, with a short note on what each one is for. Each card is tagged with its language.
The book Bill W. and Dr. Bob wrote first, in 1939. Most members pick up a copy in their first week or two and keep it close.
Look on AmazonBill W.'s longer essays on each Step and each Tradition. The usual companion read once the Big Book starts to feel familiar.
Look on AmazonLiving Sober
EnglishA short, practical book about the day-to-day of staying sober. Often the one a sponsor suggests in the first month.
Look on AmazonDaily Reflections
EnglishOne short A.A. reading for each day of the year, with a thought to carry into it. Members often keep a copy on the kitchen counter.
Look on AmazonAs Bill Sees It
EnglishBrief passages from A.A.'s co-founder, arranged by topic. Some groups read one aloud at the top of every meeting.
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Providence and the metro area
Rhode Island Central Service Office serves the state, with the densest meeting calendar in and around Providence. Downtown Providence, the East Side (Brown University area), Federal Hill, and the West End each have established neighborhood meeting clusters. Cranston, Warwick, and East Providence add suburban-style calendars. Spanish-language and Portuguese-language meetings are present given the state's demographics.
Newport, South County, and the coast
Newport has a year-round meeting calendar that expands during summer tourist season. Middletown, Portsmouth, and Jamestown round out Aquidneck Island. South County (Narragansett, North and South Kingstown, Westerly) maintains steady weekly schedules including some meetings shaped by the URI student population.
Blackstone Valley and Northern RI
Pawtucket, Central Falls, Woonsocket, and the Blackstone Valley communities maintain meeting networks shaped by the region's mill-town history. Northern RI extends into Burrillville and the surrounding rural communities.
Getting to a meeting in Rhode Island
RIPTA covers the entire state with bus service. MBTA Commuter Rail runs from Providence and Wickford Junction to Boston. Amtrak's Northeast Corridor stops at Providence and Kingston. Outside the bus network, driving is the standard option.
Finding AA Meetings in Rhode Island
Alcoholics Anonymous is active across 44 cities in Rhode Island, with 308 meetings listed in this directory. Meetings run mornings, evenings, and weekends, and formats range from open discussions to step study groups, so most people can find something that fits their schedule and where they are in recovery.
Meeting Types Available in Rhode Island
AA meetings in Rhode Island run in several formats, each suited to a different kind of participation. With 308 meetings listed, here is what you can expect to find:
Open Meetings
Open to the public. Family members, friends, and anyone curious about A.A. are welcome to attend. No membership or personal connection to alcohol problems is required.
Closed Meetings
For people who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings are private, and what is shared stays within the room.
Speaker Meetings
A member shares their story of "experience, strength, and hope." These meetings can be grounding for newcomers who want to hear how others have navigated recovery.
Step Study Groups
Groups that work through the 12 Steps together. Found in Providence and across Rhode Island, these meetings focus on applying A.A. principles in practical terms.
Major Cities with AA Support in Rhode Island
Providence, Rhode Island's most active AA community, hosts 46 meetings. Other major cities include Warwick, North Kingstown, Westerly, and more, each running multiple meetings per week.
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Getting to AA Meetings in Rhode Island
Whether you're traveling to Rhode Island for the first time or a longtime resident seeking support, understanding your transportation options can help you access the AA meetings you need. Below is comprehensive information about reaching meetings across the state.
Planning Your Journey to AA Meetings
When traveling to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Rhode Island, call ahead to confirm meeting times, verify the address, and get directions. Many AA groups warmly welcome newcomers, first-timers, and out-of-town visitors. If lack of transportation is preventing you from attending meetings, reach out to local AA groups via the AA hotline—many members volunteer to give free rides to people in early recovery, or can connect you with Zoom meetings and online AA meetings.