The Arrid Club is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and welcoming space for all who walk through our doors. The following guidelines apply to all members, guests, and visitors while on Club property or attending Club-sponsored events. The Board of Directors is in full charge of the Club and is answerable to the General Membership.
Guidelines for Members and Visitors
Effective for all members, guests, and visitors
- No one under the influence of alcohol or mind-altering substances is allowed in the Club.
- No alcohol, drugs, or mind-altering substances are allowed in or on the premises.
- Respect fellow members, guests, and visitors. Conduct yourself in a manner that supports a safe, welcoming environment and does not disrupt meetings or Club activities.
- Children under 18 are the sole responsibility of their parent or guardian and cannot be left unattended. Minors attending 12-step meetings must be supervised by an adult.
- No literature, petitions, or solicitations may be circulated or posted without prior Board approval.
- Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times in or on Club property.
- To preserve anonymity, no picture-taking is allowed in or on Club property without permission.
- No smoking is allowed inside the Club.
- No weapons.
- Service animals only.
- No bikes are allowed inside the Club.
- Accessible parking spaces require a valid disabled parking placard or license plate.
- No sitting or loitering on steps, banisters, or ramps.
- All Club monies must be placed in the safe or removed from the Club at the end of each meeting or event.
- Seventh Tradition monies collected during any meeting must not be deposited in the Arrid Club safe.
- Cup number one (1) is always reserved for the newcomer.
The Newcomer's Cup
Cup number one is always reserved for the newcomer. It's one of our most cherished traditions and a simple reminder that those who are new to recovery are our most important guests.