Bump.
A great story. I was very lucky to strike a big book sponsor. In my town we had about 60 meetings a week, all discussion groups. There were no steps or big book studies. In recent years that has changed, thank goodness. Still the same number of meetings, but a good number of step and big book meetings are now available, and knowledge of the program along with quality of recovery seem to be getting better.
I also notice the literature based meetings tend to have more regular attendees, more women, and concentrate on the solution. There is little or no drama. Altogether a much more positive environment.