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37th Annual
Florida North
AFG Convention
2027

Desperately Seeking Serenity

August 27 – 29, 2027

TradeWinds Resort

St. Pete Beach

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Registration

Pre‑registration is $40 & ends on Friday, August 20th, 2027 at 11:59pm Eastern; walk‑in registration will be $50.

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Paper Registration Forms

Only use for paying by check or credit card by mail.

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Convention Refund Policy

Convention refund requests must be received in writing to [email protected] prior to 08/20/2027. Please include your name & phone number in your email.

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Alateen

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Souvenirs

To buy souvenirs, use the registration form as many times as you like.

T‑Shirts

All t‑shirts are heathered black with double‑sided print. Fabric is a tri‑blend of 50% polyester, 37% cotton, & 13% rayon.Sizes available:
S, M, L, XL, 2X, & 3X

Magenta

Long Sleeve - $20

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Cyan

Short Sleeve - $15

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Neck Wallets

This durable 420D nylon neck wallet combines a clear badge pocket, secure velcro compartment, cash slot, & pen holder into one compact, all‑in‑one organizer. It's a practical, lightweight way to keep your badge, cards, cash, & pen handy & hands‑free all day long.

Quantity 1 - $5

Quantity 2 - $10

To purchase additional souvenirs after registering, please fill out an additional form & be sure to select "Already Registered".Pre‑purchased items will be available for pickup at Convention.

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Meals

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Saturday Lunch*

Boxed Sandwich Lunch Options:

  • Grilled Herbed Chicken Breast

  • Chef’s Choice Vegetarian

Details:

All sandwiches come on a Kaiser roll, with lettuce, tomato, swiss cheese, pesto mayo, & a side of chips

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Saturday Banquet*

Starter:

Salad – field greens, berries, baby tomatoes, candied walnuts, crumbled goat cheese with sun‑dried cherry vinaigrette (or comparable)

Main Course Options:

  • Honey‑Glazed Roasted Pork Loin

  • Oregano‑Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast

  • Cedar‑Sheet Salmon

  • Chef’s Choice Vegetarian

Dessert:

Traditional key lime pie

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Sunday Morning Breakfast Buffet*

Details:

Choice of 1 egg, 1 meat, & 1 potato, assorted cereals, sliced seasonal fresh fruits with berries, display of baked goods, selection of jams, marmalades, butter, fresh‑squeezed orange juice, chilled milk, coffee & hot tea

Pricing

From 8/29/26
thru 9/30/26:

Bundle (all three meals)

$126

Individual Meals

Saturday Lunch: $33
Saturday Dinner: $58
Sunday Morning
Breakfast Buffet: $35

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From 10/1/26
thru 5/31/27:

Individual Meals

Saturday Lunch: $40
Saturday Dinner: $68
Sunday Morning
Breakfast Buffet: $42

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From 6/1/27
thru 8/20/27:

Individual Meals

Saturday Lunch: $46
Saturday Dinner: $80
Sunday Morning
Breakfast Buffet: $49

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No alcohol will be used in any of the meals.Every attempt will be made to meet your dietary needs.*Menu choices may vary due to chef’s choice.Email the Banquet Chair for special requests.

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Hotel

TradeWinds Resort

40 acres with two hotels (the Island Grand & RumFish Beach hotels) sitting right on St. Pete Beach, with 5 pools, 5 restaurants & additional specialty food outlets. Designed to delight... prepared to serve us in style!

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Amenities for Convention Registrants

The following are included for every registered TradeWinds Resort guest (includes Island Grand & RumFish Beach hotels) during the days of the event (including the prior 3 & post 3 days):

  • Welcome drink upon check‑in (champagne or water) at front lobby

  • Each room offers:

  • Coffee maker & coffee

  • Microwave

  • Refrigerator

  • Dishware

  • Toaster

  • Safe

  • Included leisure activities (by pool or beach – refer to resort maps around the property):

  • Beach Loungers (2 per room)

  • Beach Umbrella

  • Miniature Golf

  • Paddleboats

  • 3‑Story High Tide Slide

  • Pickleball

  • Nightly S’mores

  • Access to the free St. Petersburg Trolley System

  • Free beach rides on open air vans

  • 5 Pools, 2 whirlpools & direct access to St. Pete Beach

  • Wireless internet access

  • Use of Fitness Center

  • Business Center & internet use

  • Variety of spa experiences with 10% discount for registered guests

  • Dining Options (outside of Convention Package meals)

  • 5 Restaurants on site (casual & sit‑down options spanning beachfront bars, grills, & Italian dining) plus other specialty food service outlets

  • Convenient access to all restaurants & bars located at RumFish Beach & Island Grand

  • Golf cart transportation throughout TradeWinds Resort

  • Parking for overnight guests at $15.00/day
    Drive‑in daytime guests’ rate is $10.00/day

Suggestion: Download "TradeWinds Resort" app in the App Store.

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Hotel Refund Policy

Hotel refund requests must be made directly to TradeWinds (or the hotel you reserved), according to hotel policy.

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Program

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Volunteer

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Boutique

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Literature

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Raffle

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Hospitality

Want Ads

Looking for friends to enjoy refreshments
& great conversations.
Meet me at the Hospitality Room.
Times to be announced.
❤️
Judy & Karyn

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Desperately Seeking Volunteers
for Hospitality Suite.
Help us make our
Hospitality Suite Awesome!!
Respond to:
[email protected]

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Serenity Room

A quiet place to pause, reflect, create, & reconnect. Sometimes, even in the middle of a wonderful convention, we need a little space to simply be.

The Serenity Room is a peaceful retreat available throughout the convention – a welcoming space to step away from the activity, quiet your mind, connect with your Higher Power, & experience serenity in your own way.

Come for five minutes or stay awhile.
Take what you need & leave the rest.

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What You'll Find

Throughout the Serenity Room, you’ll discover simple activities designed around reflection, creativity, gratitude, & the Al‑Anon principles that help us find peace – one day, & sometimes one moment, at a time.

Some activities:

  • Quiet meditation

  • Reflection & journal prompts

  • Serenity through creativity:
          coloring,
          doodling,
          simple craft...
    No artistic ability needed. Just a willingness to try.

  • Gratitude Wall – Be sure to stop by at some point during the convention & add to the Gratitude Wall.

Volunteer Opportunities:

  • Set up & take down

  • Welcome Host

  • Refreshing room & tidying activities

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Contact Us

For website/tech questions:

Pink Pat

[email protected]

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Alateen Registration Info

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To volunteer:

Michelle

[email protected]

For website/tech questions:

Pink Pat

[email protected]

For everything else:

C.J.

[email protected]

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Looking for 12‑Step & handcrafted items including:

Bookmarks
God boxes
Painted garden rocks
Frameable artwork with 12‑Step theme
Throws & quilts
Shell art
Jewelry

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Raffle

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Serenity Room Activities

A quiet place to pause, reflect, create, & reconnect. Sometimes, even in the middle of a wonderful convention, we need a little space to simply be.

The Serenity Room is a peaceful retreat available throughout the convention – a welcoming space to step away from the activity, quiet your mind, connect with your Higher Power, & experience serenity in your own way.

Come for five minutes or stay awhile.
Take what you need & leave the rest.

Some activities:

  • Quiet meditation

  • Reflection & journal prompts

  • Serenity through creativity:
          coloring,
          doodling,
          simple craft...
    No artistic ability needed. Just a willingness to try.

  • Gratitude Wall – Be sure to stop by at some point during the convention & add to the Gratitude Wall.

Volunteer Opportunities:

  • Set up & take down

  • Welcome Host

  • Refreshing room & tidying activities

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Hours of Operation

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Areas To Choose From

  • Greeter

  • AA

  • Alateen*

  • Banquet/Meals

  • Boutique

  • Decorations/Signage

  • Entertainment

  • Hospitality

  • Info/First Aid/Security

  • Literature

  • Publicity

  • Raffle

  • Registration

  • Serenity Room

  • Sergeant‑at‑Arms

  • Spanish

  • Workshops

  • Anywhere!

*Must be a certified AMIAS (Al‑Anon Member Involved in Alateen Service) by the start of the Convention.

Info About Workshops

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A quiet place to pause, reflect, create, & reconnect. Sometimes, even in the middle of a wonderful convention, we need a little space to simply be.

The Serenity Room is a peaceful retreat available throughout the convention – a welcoming space to step away from the activity, quiet your mind, connect with your Higher Power, & experience serenity in your own way.

Come for five minutes or stay awhile.
Take what you need & leave the rest.