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If you think you may be a compulsive eater, give yourself a chance for recovery by trying the OA program. Compulsive eaters differ and our symptoms vary, but we share a common bond and all can find recovery in our program. We look forward to welcoming you!

Are You a Compulsive Overeater?

  • 15 Questions… take the OA Quiz. If you answer “yes” to several of these questions and decide you may be one of us, we invite you to join us to learn more about the OA program.
  • Where Do I Start? Everything a Newcomer Needs to Know – This single pamphlet is packed with key info about OA’s Twelve Step program of recovery, including Tools, Plans of Eating, OA Promise, “Welcome Home” story, and much more. Download the free Newcomer PDF
  • Introducing Overeaters Anonymous: Many Symptoms, One Solution
  • CIIG Meeting List – check for in-person and Zoom meetings in Santa Barbara County & Ventura North County.
  • OA.org Find A Meeting search worldwide online or face-to-face meetings for your time zone

Surviving the Holidays Meeting Marathon

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American Thanksgiving – November 27th, 5:30 AM-5:00 PM (PST)

Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025

Hosts and Co-hosts Needed! https://volunteersignup.org/RMFJC

At each meeting we will have a speaker who has survived the holidays in years past and will share their experience, strength, and hope about getting through the holidays. 

First meeting: 5:30 AM (PST)
Starting at 7:00 AM, meetings begin each hour
Last meeting: 4:00 PM

Click here for information on how to join the meeting.

Upcoming Events

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November 2025

Surviving the Holidays Meeting Marathon
(American Thanksgiving)

Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025

Hosts and Co-hosts Needed! https://volunteersignup.org/RMFJC

At each meeting we will have a speaker who has survived the holidays in years past and will share their experience, strength, and hope about getting through the holidays.

First meeting: 5:30 AM (PST)
Starting at 7:00 AM, meetings begin each hour
Last meeting: 4:00 PM

Click here for information on how to join the meeting.

January 2026

66th ANNUAL OA BIRTHDAY PARTY!

(Click on the title above to register and find out more!)

Friday thru Sunday, January 16-18, 2026
LAX Hilton – 5711 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045

What is the Birthday Party?

On the second or third weekend of January each year (whichever is MLK weekend), fellows gather in Los Angeles to celebrate the 1960 founding of Overeaters Anonymous by Rozanne S. in the city where it all began. This 3-day conference serves to enhance personal recovery in OA and highlight fellowship and service, with a healthy dose of fun in the evenings. It is also the largest fundraiser of the year for the Overeaters Anonymous Los Angeles Intergroup. Please direct all questions to  bdp@oalaig.org.

2025 Events Worldwide

  • Click here for information on events in the San Fernando Valley.
  • Click here for information on events in the Los Angeles area.
  • Click here for information on more events in Region 2.
  • Click here for information on events sponsored by the World Service Office.
  • Click each region name for information on events in that area: Region 1, Region 3, Region 5, Region 7, Region 8, Virtual Region.

Service Workshop June 21!

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CIIG OA Workshop | Service Is Its Own Reward

Service Is Its Own Reward

Saturday, June 21st 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Pacific Time — Zoom only

All are welcome, no matter where you are in your recovery!
Come discover how service can transform your recovery, your fellowship, and your life.

Zoom Meeting ID: 764 663 562
Text or Call for Passcode: 805-940-3655

Sponsorship Workshop March 15

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Channel Islands Intergroup of Overeaters Anonymous Presents

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Sponsorship Workshop

Saturday, March 15, 2025 — In-person only

    • Fellowship and bring your own lunch from Noon – 1:00 pm
    • Panelist speaker share, questions & answers 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Carpinteria Community Church
1111 Vallecito Rd, Carpinteria, CA 931013

Are you thinking about becoming a sponsor?
Are you a sponsor now and have questions?
Are you looking for a sponsor?
Are you looking for a sponsee?

This workshop is designed to allow our fellowship to learn from recovered members who will share experience, strength, and hope gained through the crucial service of sponsorship. This workshop is also intended to facilitate sponsor and sponsee connections.

Join Us!

7th Tradition suggested donation $10

Questions? Christine B. 323-573-7448