Meeting basics
Planning your visit
Local context
For people comparing local AA options, PICO BIG BOOK STUDY is a weekly AA meeting on Thursday at 6:00 PM. The notes below focus on the local context, arrival details, and meeting-specific fit.
This directory currently lists 147 AA meetings across Santa Monica, which can help if you need a backup time or a different format. There are 24 listed Thursday meetings in this directory.
Getting there
The listed address is 1819 Pico Blvd Unit B Santa Monica , CA 90405. Use the directions button before leaving, and allow a little extra time for parking, building entrances, elevators, gates, or room changes.
Meeting-specific guidance
The listing does not include a specialized format tag, so expect a general AA meeting format unless the group announces otherwise.
- If you are new, getting there a few minutes early makes it easier to ask where the room is.
- You can sit quietly and listen; sharing is optional.
- Confirm the time and location with the group or intergroup when possible, especially around holidays.
This guidance is generated from the meeting schedule, address, format tags, local area fields, and intergroup/source notes stored for this listing.
Meeting format notes
Arrive a few minutes early, grab a seat anywhere, and stay after to say hello if you're comfortable. There are no dues or fees — a basket is passed for voluntary contributions. Nobody will make you talk.