BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20180311T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20181104T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200305T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200305T203000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20191216T082025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200306T151254Z UID:33900-1583434800-1583440200@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Adult and Caregiver Connect Group - St. Cloud DESCRIPTION:We welcome adults\, caregivers and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. In March we will hear from 3 families who have had different treatment procedures to stop intractable seizures. There will be open discussion time as well to share your questions and your journey. Contact Amy Haugen at 320.203.9722 or amy.haugen@efmn.org with questions. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/adult-and-caregiver-connect-group-st-cloud-2/ LOCATION:St. Cloud Business Center\, 14 North 7th Avenue\, St. Cloud\, MN\, 56303\, United States CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200206T203000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20191216T082025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200210T191107Z UID:33902-1581015600-1581021000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Adult and Caregiver Connect Group - St. Cloud DESCRIPTION:We welcome adults and caregivers affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. February’s meeting will be an open forum. Bring any questions you have about epilepsy\, your specific diagnosis\, etc. As we share our journeys with seizures\, we can learn from one another. Contact Amy Haugen with questions at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/adult-and-caregiver-connect-group-st-cloud-3/ CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200122T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200122T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20200102T170139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200109T165756Z UID:34646-1579719600-1579723200@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Webinar on Epilepsy and Genetics DESCRIPTION:Join the Epilepsy Foundation for an educational webinar where guest speaker Beth Rosen Sheidley MS\, CGC\, and moderator Elaine Kiriakopoulos MD\, MSc\, talk about epilepsy and genetics. They will discuss what we know about the genetics of epilepsy\, the benefits and limitations of testing\, and how to go about getting testing and insurance coverage.\n\nTopics\n\n The basics of genes and genetic testing\n What do we know about the genetics of epilepsy?\n What are the benefits and limitations of testing?\n What genetic tests are available for people with epilepsy?\n How do I go about getting testing and insurance coverage? URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/webinar-on-epilepsy-and-genetics/ CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200102T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200102T203000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20191216T061922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200108T175739Z UID:33893-1577991600-1577997000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Adult and Caregiver Connect Group - St. Cloud DESCRIPTION:We welcome adults\, caregivers and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. January’s topic is “Mental Health and Epilepsy”. Why are these two things inter-related\, and what tips do you have to share with one another about keeping both in balance?\n\nContact Amy Haugen with questions at amy.haugen@efmn.org. 320.203.9722 URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/adult-and-caregiver-connect-group-st-cloud/ CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20190715T190012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191210T153111Z UID:29392-1575572400-1575576000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Adult and Caregiver Connect Group DESCRIPTION:We welcome adults\, caregivers\, and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. December we will have a holiday treat exchange. Bring 4 dozen of your favorite holiday treats to exchange with others and wear your ugliest Christmas attire. Prizes for the best outfit\, and best treats! URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/adult-and-caregiver-connect-group/ CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191109T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191109T140000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20190807T154805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191029T212612Z UID:29919-1573286400-1573308000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Epilepsy & Seizures Expo DESCRIPTION:Join us for the fourth annual Epilepsy & Seizures Expo to connect with others affected by epilepsy. Talk with vendors and attend speaking sessions relevant to you. More info here. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/epilepsy-seizures-wellness-expo/ LOCATION:Graduate Hotel Minneapolis\, 615 Washington Ave SE.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414 CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T203000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20190915T225425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191108T161509Z UID:31106-1573153200-1573158600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Connect Group - St. Cloud DESCRIPTION:We welcome adults\, caregivers and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. November meeting topic is “How to Live Safely with Seizures”. What steps should you take in your home\, what devices and products are available for you to monitor seizure activity\, and why is a seizure action plan a great tool to have with you\, to ensure a safe and appropriate response from bystanders\, should you have a seizure in their presence? Contact Amy Haugen at a.haugen@efmn.org URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/connect-group-st-cloud-2/ CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T140000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20190715T190014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191102T192337Z UID:29396-1571482800-1571493600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Social Event- A & G Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of fall fun that includes two corn mazes\, pick your own pumpkins\, hay rides & cow train rides\, petting the unicorn\, human fooseball\, and great food.\n\nAdmission is free for those who have epilepsy and $5 for all others. \n\nContact Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@efmn.org with any questions. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/social-event-a-g-corn-maze-and-pumpkin-patch/ CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T190000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20190715T190013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200417T134319Z UID:29394-1570728600-1570734000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:West Central Community Workshop DESCRIPTION:When is a seizure not just a seizure? How can we tell the difference between a run-of-the-mill epilepsy and an epilepsy syndrome? What extra information do we gain when we successfully identify and name these rare epilepsy syndromes? Please join us for a presentation by Dr. Douglas Smith\, a pediatric epileptologist at the Minnesota Epilepsy Group and an expert in rare genetic and metabolic causes of epilepsy. Designed to be both practical and interesting\, he will be covering both relatively common and extremely uncommon epilepsy syndromes that will change the way you look at seizures. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/west-central-community-workshop/ CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T203000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20190915T225425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191017T003349Z UID:31108-1570129200-1570134600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Connect Group - St. Cloud DESCRIPTION:We welcome adults\, caregivers\, and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. Heather Besonen\, Advocacy Director at EFMN\, will join us in October to talk about current advocacy work that is being done at the legislative level\, the new Epilepsy Advocate Network EFMN is launching\, and how each of us can be an effective advocate. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/connect-group-st-cloud-3/ CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190920T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190920T210000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20190715T190014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T121846Z UID:29398-1569006000-1569013200@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Awareness Night at the Football Field DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, September 20th at the Milaca vs. Zimmerman high school football game\, as we raise epilepsy awareness\, and cheer on the teams. Wear your favorite EFMN shirt\, or dress in purple (epilepsy awareness color). Halftime recognition\, and free awareness giveaways. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/awareness-night-at-the-football-field/ CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190907 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190908 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20190507T005801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T152256Z UID:20483-1567814400-1567900799@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Family Camp DESCRIPTION:Family Camp is for youth ages 6-17 with additional medical\, developmental\, social\, or emotional needs that cannot be accommodated at Camp Oz. Each camper is required to have at least one parent or guardian attend camp with them. Activities include arts and crafts\, climbing wall\, games\, team building\, and more.\n\n \n\nVisit efmn.org/camp for more information & to register\, or contact mmeuwissen@efmn.org with any questions. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/family-camp/ LOCATION:Camp Christmas Tree\, 6365 Game Farm Rd. E\, Mound\, MN\, 55364\, United States CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190905T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190905T203000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20190514T174745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190906T172843Z UID:27730-1567710000-1567715400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Connect Group - St. Cloud DESCRIPTION:We welcome adults\, caregivers\, and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support others. This meeting’s topic is “Seizures Triggers Throughout the Seasons” with open discussion about if and how seasonal changes impact seizure activity. Contact Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722 with any questions. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/connect-group-st-cloud/ LOCATION:Great River Regional Library\, 1300 W. St. Germain St\,\, St. Cloud\, MN\, 56301\, United States CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190801T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190801T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20190507T001622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190507T171322Z UID:18486-1564678800-1564689600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Rise Above Seizures Walk - St Cloud DESCRIPTION:The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN)’s annual Rise Above Seizures Walk is the single largest fundraising and awareness event in Minnesota and North Dakota to benefit people with seizures. The walk began in 1999 in Rochester\, MN and since then has expanded to four additional cities; Minneapolis/St. Paul\, Duluth\, St. Cloud\, and Fargo/Moorhead. The Rise Above Seizures Walk celebrates people with seizures and raises awareness and funds to support services for the many people EFMN serves annually. Over 3\,500 walkers in five communities come together as a powerful force to help people with epilepsy realize their full potential and stop seizures. Funds raised from the walk are used to educate\, connect and empower people living with seizures and honor their loved ones. 100% of the funds raised in each of our regions are reinvested directly back into the community! URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/rise-above-seizures-walk-st-cloud/ LOCATION:Lake George Municipal Complex\, 1101 7th Street\, St Cloud\, MN\, 56301\, United States CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Haugen":MAILTO:amy.haugen@efmn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190629T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190629T150000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20190514T174746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T182024Z UID:27732-1561813200-1561820400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Willmar Social Event DESCRIPTION:Come meet and connect with others who are impacted by epilepsy. Pizza Ranch will be providing part of our meal\, and shelter is located near Destination Playground\, a one-of-a-kind\, 19\,000 square foot\, community built playground. that is fully accessible making it easier for individuals with disabilities to play. Rubberized surfaces help prevent injuries. Inside this playground you will find areas geared for specific age groups with fun themes like a Barn and Castles. There is so much for everyone to enjoy from swings and slides to zip lines\, ramps and a liberty swing to accommodate those in wheelchairs. Please RSVP for this free event using the form below. Contact Amy Haugen with any questions at amy.haugen@efmn.org. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/willmar-social-event/ CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190627T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190627T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T235002 CREATED:20190508T212748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190729T230751Z UID:27400-1561658400-1561665600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Social Event - St. Cloud Rox Baseball Game DESCRIPTION:It’s time for our annual Rox baseball game! Enjoy a picnic supper before the game at 6 PM and connect with others impacted by epilepsy. At 7 we will watch the St. Cloud Rox take on the Waterloo Bucks! Cost is free for those with epilepsy and $10 for additional guests. Contact Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722 with any questions. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/social-event-st-cloud-rox-baseball-game/ CATEGORIES:St Cloud Region END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR