HISTORY of the CORAL GABLES GROUP of ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
The Coral Gables Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, known by all as the Coral Room, was founded in 1947 by a few alcoholics living in the area and wanting to get sober. The first location was Minorca Ave, a storefront with chairs lining the walls, a coffee bar, and a nicotine-stained board with the Twelve Steps. Newcomers were greeted by a large “YOU ARE NOT ALONE” sign. There is hope when we do this together. The Room moved to LeJeune Road, where the 7:30 and 5:30 rush-hour meetings began, and then to its last location on Ponce De Leon Blvd. Once the COVID-19 Pandemic hit, we closed the physical location and took all meetings online.
Today, the Coral Gables Group (The Coral Room) remains a strong Alcoholics Anonymous Group both online and at our new location back on Ponce de Leon Blvd.
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The Coral Room has an important role in South Florida Alcoholics Anonymous and recovery from Alcoholism, and we welcome anyone who has a desire to stop drinking.
No matter the challenge, the Group always pulls together and, with the help of a Higher Power, sustains itself and grows stronger. We are Coral Room Strong, Sober, and Free.