Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota

Teen Virtual Connect Group
2022-01-11 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 us at rsvp@efmn.org.

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
2022-01-18 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 Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

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
2022-01-20 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 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.

Adult Virtual Connect Group
2022-01-27 18:30 - 19:30
Adults living with epilepsy come together to meet others, share the triumphs and challenges of living with seizures and connect with those who understand the epilepsy journey. For more information, please 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.

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.

Loss of Loved One Virtual Connect Group
2022-02-01 18:30 - 19:30
Losing a loved one to epilepsy is a difficult journey. EFMN invites you to attend our quarterly Loss of Loved One Connect Group to find peer support, helpful resources, and to talk honestly about your grieving process. This group is specifically open to anyone who has lost a loved one to an epilepsy-related death.

For more information contact Amy Haugen, Regional Outreach Director at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722.

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.

Family Fun Virtual Event: Winter Activity Night
2022-02-02 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Join other families impacted by epilepsy for a virtual activity night with a winter craft and games. Please bring paper, markers, and crayons to your screen for a great time for family members of all ages.

For more information, don’t hesitate to contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.

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.

Adult Virtual Social Event: Create and Chat
2022-02-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Adults living with epilepsy are invited to gather virtually for a time to get creative and connect. Join us with whatever project or creative activity you enjoy – knitting, coloring, scrapbooking, origami – anything goes! Don’t have a current project? Join us to get new ideas and learn a new craft that only requires paper and scissors. We’ll have a chance to share our chosen creative activity or project and chat about life as we create from our own homes.

If you have questions, please contact East Metro Regional Outreach Manager Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651.287.2315.

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.

Teen Virtual Connect Group
2022-02-08 18:30 - 19:30
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.

Twin Cities Regional Walk
2022-09-17 08:30 - 11:30 | Allianz Field, 400 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul, MN, 55104, 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.

Twin Cities Shining Stars Ice Skating
2023-02-18 12:30 - 15:00 | Roseville Skating Oval, 2661 Civic Center Drive, Roseville, MN, 55113, United States
Calling all Shining Stars and Shining Stars at heart! Individuals and families of all ages impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join in an afternoon of ice skating at The MN Oval, the largest outdoor refrigerated ice rink in North America. Connect with other families impacted by epilepsy while enjoying a classic Minnesota winter activity and hot chocolate in the warming house. People with epilepsy skate for free, additional family and friends are welcome for a suggested donation of $5 per skater. Rental skates, if needed, are available at The Oval for $4 per pair (paid separately in cash/check on site).

If you have any questions, please contact Regional Outreach Managers Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209, or Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-287-2319.

Savage Community Pizza Party
2023-04-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Davanni’s Savage, 14125 Highway 13, Savage, MN, 55378, United States
Come share connections and stories with other individuals and families impacted by epilepsy while enjoying a pizza dinner at Davanni’s in Savage. All ages are welcome, dinner is free for the person living with epilepsy and additional family and friends are invited for $5 per person or $10 per family. 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 below form. If you have any questions, please contact West Metro Regional Outreach Manager, Erik Williams, at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-287-2319.

St. Paul Snacks and Conversation
2023-04-25 18:30 - 19:30 | Merriam Park LIbrary, 1831 Marshall Ave, St. Paul, MN, 55104, United States
Come together with individuals and families of all ages impacted by epilepsy for conversation over some tasty snacks! We’ll be gathering in the Meriam Park Library’s Meeting Room B. Children’s activities will be available. All are welcome! For more information contact Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209

Roseville Community Pizza Party
2023-05-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Davanni’s Roseville, 1905W Perimeter Dr, Roseville, 55113, United States
Come share connections and stories with other individuals and families impacted by epilepsy while enjoying a pizza dinner at Davanni’s in Roseville. All ages are welcome, dinner is free for the person living with epilepsy and additional family and friends are invited for $5 per person or $10 per family. 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 below form. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Haugen, Director of Regional Outreach and Programs at 320.203.9722 or amy.haugen@efmn.org

Minnetrista Big Stone Mini Golf Event
2023-05-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Big Stone Mini Golf, 7110 County Rd 110 Ext W, Minnetrista, MN, 55364, United States
Meet up with other individuals and families living with epilepsy at Big Stone Mini Golf and Sculpture Garden to test your golf skills in a wonderfully art-filled course. This event is open to youth, teens, and adults with epilepsy along with their family. Mini Golfing is free for those living with epilepsy and additional family and friends are welcome for a cost of $5 per individual guest or $10 per family.

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

Metro Picnic-St. Louis Park
2023-07-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Oak Hill Park, 3201 Rhode Island Ave S, St Louis Park, MN, 55426, United States
Join us on July 25th 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 West Metro Regional Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.

Metro Picnic- St. Paul
2023-08-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Como Park West Picnic Grounds, 1300 Midway Pkwy, Saint Paul, MN, 55103, United States
Join us on August 22 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 Metro Regional Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.

Metro In Person Connect Group
2023-10-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota, 7760 France Avenue South, Suite 210, Bloomington, MN, 55435, United States
Individuals and family members impacted by epilepsy are invited to come together to meet others, share the triumphs and challenges of living with seizures, and connect with those who understand the epilepsy journey at the EFMN Office in Bloomington. If you have questions, please contact Metro Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.

St. Paul Community Pizza Party
2024-04-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Davanni’s, 41 Cleveland Ave S, St. Paul, MN, 55105
Come share connections and stories with other individuals and families impacted by epilepsy while enjoying a pizza dinner at Davanni’s in St. Paul. All ages are welcome, dinner is free for the person living with epilepsy and additional family and friends are invited for $5 per person or $10 per family. If you have any questions, please contact Metro Outreach Manager, Erik Williams, at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-287-2319.

Metro In Person Connect Group
2024-05-28 18:30 - 20:00 | EFMN Office, 7760 France Avenue South, Suite 210, Bloomington, MN, 55435
Individuals and family members impacted by epilepsy are invited to come together to meet others, share the triumphs and challenges of living with seizures, and connect with those who understand the epilepsy journey at the EFMN Office in Bloomington. If you have questions, please contact Metro Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319

Spanish Connect Group- Session en Persona
2024-06-29 11:00 - 14:00 | CLUES, 797 East 7th St., Saint Paul, MN, 55106, United States
Ha experimentado convulsiones o episodios epilépticos? O Conoce a alguien quien vive con la epilepsia?

Le invitamos a nuestro evento de conversación, conexión, y comida! Son bienvenidos personas con epilepsia, cuidadores, padres, otros seres queridos de alguien con epilepsia, o miembros de la comunidad interesados en aprender más sobre la epilepsia. Este evento es una oportunidad para personas de cualquier edad.

En este evento, puede:

conocer a otras individuos y familias afectados por epilepsia o convulsiones
conocer al equipo hispanohablante de la Fundación para la Epilepsia de Minnesota: Angela Bowles Edwards y nuestra nueva empleada Nohely Arteaga
compartir ideas para actividades y programas que serian útil para su familia

Cuando: Junio 29,2024

Hora: 11:00am-2:00pm

Adonde: CLUES Saint Paul- 797 East 7th St. Saint Paul, MN 55106

Comida: Se proporcionara almuerzo. Cuando confirme su asistencia infórmenos si tiene alguna restricción dietética.

RSVP: Con Nohely Arteaga por email, texto o llamada al 651-287-2302 nohely.arteaga@efmn.org

Metro St. Louis Park Picnic
2024-07-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Oak Hill Park, 3201 Rhode Island Ave S, St Louis Park, MN, 55426, United States
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 Metro Regional Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.

Metro St. Paul Picnic
2024-08-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Como Park West Picnic Grounds, 1300 Midway Pkwy, Saint Paul, MN, 55103, United States
Join us on August 19th 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 Metro Regional Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.

Twin Cities Walk
2024-10-13 09:00 - 13:00 | Allianz Field, 400 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul, MN, 55104, 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.

Metro In Person Connect Group
2024-11-07 18:30 - 20:00 | EFMN Office, 7760 France Avenue South, Suite 210, Bloomington, MN, 55435
Individuals, parents and family members impacted by epilepsy are invited to come together to meet others, share the triumphs and challenges of living with seizures, and connect with those who understand the epilepsy journey at the EFMN Office in Bloomington. If you have questions, please contact Metro Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.

Shining Stars Roseville Ice Skating
2024-12-07 11:30 - 14:00 | 2661 Civic Center Dr. Roseville, MN 55113
Calling all Shining Stars and Shining Stars at heart! Individuals and families of all ages impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join in an afternoon of ice skating at The MN Oval, the largest outdoor refrigerated ice rink in North America. Connect with other families impacted by epilepsy while enjoying a classic Minnesota winter activity. Become a Shining Star TODAY. If you have any questions, please contact Metro Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-287-2319.”

Twin Cities Creative Writing Group for Individuals impacted by Epilepsy
2025-01-11 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-08 09:00 - 11:00 | Mojo Coffee Gallery 2205 California St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Individuals impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join Babs Larson, retired librarian and author living with epilepsy to connect with others as part of creative writing group that meets monthly in Minneapolis at Mojo Coffee Gallery. Bring your notebook or computer, and food and beverage are available for purchase. Please contact Babs Larson to RSVP or ask questions at babsandbeijing@icloud.com or (612) 231-4373.
