Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota

Teen Virtual Connect Group
2022-02-08 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
This space is for teens with epilepsy to meet others who understand the journey they’re on. Join us to hang out, make new friends, and talk about growing up and living with epilepsy. For more information, contact Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:

A device that enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.

Emergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number), and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.

Rare Epilepsies Virtual Connect Group
2022-02-15 18:30 - 19:30
A space for people impacted by a rare epilepsy or complex diagnosis to meet others and talk about life updates, challenges, and successes with others who understand the rare epilepsy/complex diagnosis journey. This includes parents and caregivers to children with rare epilepsy, as well as adults. This is a group looking to create peer-to-peer support and connection. For more information, please contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:

A device that enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.

Parent Virtual Connect Group
2022-02-17 18:30 - 19:30
Meet other parents, grandparents, and caregivers who live day-to-day caring for a child with seizures and/or epilepsy. This is an opportunity to meet others, offer peer-to-peer support, share resources and experiences, and talk honestly about the triumphs and challenges of a child’s epilepsy journey. For more information, contact Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507-287-2103.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:

A device that enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.

Virtual Event: Bingo Night
2022-02-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Open to all ages, we welcome you to participate in EFMN’s Virtual Bingo Night! Make fun connections with others living with epilepsy while competing for gift card prizes for some of your favorite treats.

If you have questions, please contact West Metro Regional Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.

To provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this event, please make sure you have the following:

A device that enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.

St. Cloud Regional Walk
2022-08-04 17:00 - 19:30 | Lake George Municipal Complex, 1101 7th Street, St Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
Epilepsy is what unites us, and together we will walk in solidarity for epilepsy. In 2022, EFMN will host walks in eight cities across Minnesota – Bemidji, Duluth, Fargo-Moorhead, Mankato, Marshall, Rochester, St. Cloud, and the Twin Cities. The walks are the largest fundraising and awareness event in Minnesota to benefit people impacted by epilepsy. Join the thousands who will walk across the state this fall to raise awareness for epilepsy, raise funds for EFMN, and raise a sense of community with others impacted by epilepsy.

Saint Cloud Picnic
2023-06-04 16:30 - 18:30 | Lion’s Park, 4310 Dublin Dr,, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
Join us on June 4 for a gathering for individuals, families, and friends impacted by epilepsy. The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota will provide the main course and bottled water. Feel free to bring a store bought food item to share. You are also welcome to bring a lawn game to share. For more information contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330

St. Cloud Fall Fun and Crafts Social Event
2023-10-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St,, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
Individuals and family members of all ages impacted by epilepsy are invited to join EFMN for a Fall Fun Event with crafts and activities at the Great River Regional Library in St. Cloud. You’re welcome to bring a store bought potluck item. Contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330

Northwest and Central MN Shining Stars Event
2024-05-18 11:00 - 14:00 | Arrowwod Indoor Waterpark, 2100 Arrowwood Lane, Alexandra, MN, 56308, United States
Calling all Shining Stars to come make a splash with EFMN! All individuals and families impacted by epilepsy are invited to join in a day of fun at the Big Splash Waterpark Arrowwood Resort in Alexandria, MN to celebrate our EFMN Shining Stars. Your adventure can take you on three 4-story-tall waterslides, float down the Lazy River on an inner tube, relax in the tropical whirlpool spa, try the basketball shootout, lily pad water walk, and more! Also enjoy the opportunity to connect with others over a slice of pizza and soft drink. People with epilepsy receive a free all-day waterpark wristband and additional family and friends are welcome for a cost of $5 per individual guest or $10 per family. EFMN event is from 11A-2P but waterpark wristbands are good until 9P so feel free to stay as long as you like until 9P. Lunch will be provided.

Lodging is available at $149 +tax. Use group code EPILEPSY FOUNDATION when booking reservation by phone at Arrowwood Resort. EFMN is committed to supporting all people who would like to attend our social events. If you need financial support, please check the box in the payment section of the form below. If you have any questions, please contact Regional Outreach Manager Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358.

Central Minnesota Picnic
2024-07-23 17:30 - 19:00 | Lion’s Park, 4310 Dublin Drive, St. Cloud MN, MN, 56301
Join us on July 23rd for a picnic gathering for individuals, families, and friends impacted by epilepsy. The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota will provide the main course and bottled water. Feel free to bring a store bought food item to share. You are also welcome to bring a lawn game to share. If you have questions, please contact Amy Haugen, Interim Associate Executive Director, Mission and Strategy at 320.203.9722 or amy.haugen@efmn.org

St. Cloud Regional Walk
2024-08-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Lake George Municipal Complex, 1101 7th Street, St Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
Epilepsy is what unites us, and together we will walk in solidarity for epilepsy. In 2024, EFMN will host walks in six cities across Minnesota – St. Cloud, Moorhead, Mankato, Duluth, Rochester, and the Twin Cities. The walks are the largest fundraising and awareness event in Minnesota to benefit people impacted by epilepsy. Join the thousands who will walk across the state this fall to raise awareness for epilepsy, raise funds for EFMN, and raise a sense of community with others impacted by epilepsy.

Register here.

St. Cloud United in Epilepsy Walk
2025-08-12 17:00 - 19:30 | Lake George Municipal Complex, 1101 7th Street, St Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
Strength in Support. Power in Community.

Join the St. Cloud community for an afternoon of fun, games, and connection as we raise awareness and support for those impacted by epilepsy. This is one of Minnesota’s largest fundraising events for the epilepsy community. Whether you’re walking solo or rallying team, get ready and register here!
