Meetings at Prism
Find a meeting.
Every meeting at Prism is free and open to anyone who wants to be there. You don't need to sign up, call ahead or say anything when you arrive.
Weekly schedule
This week
Meetings begin at Prism on Monday, November 9. All meetings are at 250 S 12th St.
New to meetings? Wednesday is Beginner night at both CMA Center City and Sober & Gay.
Coming soon: a new Narcotics Anonymous group. Recovery Dharma and other programs will follow.
Each meeting is run by an independent group. Prism provides the space and is not affiliated with any fellowship. Meeting details can change, so check with the group if you're unsure.
First time?
What to expect
Do I have to talk?
No. Most people sit and listen at their first meeting. If someone asks whether you'd like to share, "I'll just listen today" is a complete answer.
Does it cost anything?
No. Groups usually pass a basket to cover their own costs, like coffee and literature. Putting something in is optional, especially when you're new.
Do I have to be sober already?
No. You're welcome if you're thinking about recovery, just starting, or have been sober for years. AA and NA ask only that you have a desire to stop. CMA asks the same about crystal meth.
Is it only for LGBTQ+ people?
Prism is an LGBTQ+ recovery space, and everyone is welcome. Allies, friends and anyone in recovery can walk in.
Will people know I was there?
Anonymity is the foundation of these meetings. What's said in the room stays in the room, and Prism never shares who attends. No photos are ever taken during meetings.
When should I arrive?
A few minutes early is good. It gives you time to find a seat and grab a coffee, and someone will usually say hello.
Meeting types
What the formats mean
- Beginner
- Focused on people who are new. The best first meeting if you're unsure where to start.
- Speaker
- One person shares their story of recovery. You just listen.
- Topic
- The chair picks a subject and people share about it.
- Chair's Choice / Rotating
- The format changes from week to week.
- Round Robin
- People take turns sharing around the room. Passing is always fine.
- Step
- The group reads and talks about one of the Twelve Steps.
- Big Book Study
- The group reads from Alcoholics Anonymous, AA's main text, and discusses it.
- 12 & 12
- The group reads from Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions and discusses it.
- Literature
- The group reads from the fellowship's books or pamphlets and discusses them.
- Living Sober / Came to Believe
- Readings from two short AA books, one on everyday tools for staying sober and one on spirituality in recovery.
More meetings in Philadelphia
Looking for a different time?
Each fellowship keeps its own directory of meetings across the city, including online meetings.
- Alcoholics Anonymous · Southeastern PA Intergroup
- Narcotics Anonymous · meeting search
- Crystal Meth Anonymous · find a meeting
- Recovery Dharma · meetings and resources
