Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota

Adult Connect
2025-07-24 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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 Erik Williams at Ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

Day Camp
2025-07-26 09:30 - 16:00 | MN
Day Camp is for youth ages 6-12 and are intended to help prepare eligible campers for future attendance at Camp Oz. Activities include sports, team building, arts and crafts, and outdoor adventures. Day Camp will have an RN/nurse present to dispense medications and ensure safety.

Register Here for Day Camp 2025!

Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders: Awareness, Networking & Mentoring in the Brainerd Lakes Area- Brainerd
2025-07-28 17:00 - 19:00 | St. Joseph Hospital, lower level meeting room 523 N 3rd St. Brainerd, MN 56401
Join Jenifer and Barb to connect with others impacted by epilepsy at their monthly meeting in Crosby and/or Brainerd. This is a safe space to share experiences and provide encouragement and support for one another. Build your network of support and learn more about epilepsy as create new connections. Please contact Jenifer Williams at contact@epilepsyadvocates.org or (612) 236-8954 or Barb Mack at barb.epilepsyadvocate@gmail.com or (218) 839-4702 to RSVP or to ask questions. Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/epilepsyadvocates/

Moorhead United in Epilepsy Walk
2025-08-05 17:00 - 19:30 | Gooseberry Park, Large Pavilion, 100 22nd Ave S, Moorhead, MN, 56560, United States
Strength in Support. Power in Community.

Join the Moorhead 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!

Duluth United in Epilepsy Walk
2025-08-07 17:00 - 19:30 | Park Point Pavilion & Beach House, 5000 Minnesota Ave, Duluth, MN, 55802, United States
Strength in Support. Power in Community.

Join the Duluth 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!

Partners of Someone with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
2025-08-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Join other partners for an hour to discuss the highs and lows of your journey and hear from other significant others about how we best care for ourselves while caring for our loved ones with epilepsy. For questions, contact James Schaefer at james.schaefer84@gmail.com or 612.280.9643, JP Yorro at jpyorro@gmail.com or 917.543.8700 or Chris Merrill at cmerrill1@gmail.com or 612-805-1440.

Find them on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1215068256936784/?rdid=X0aShBou5twD736b#

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!

Moorhead Community Picnic
2025-08-12 17:30 - 20:00 | Gooseberry Park, Large Pavilion, 100 22nd Ave S, Moorhead, MN, 56560, United States
Join us on August 12th for a picnic gathering for individuals, families, and friends impacted by epilepsy. The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota will provide food and fun. Feel free to bring a lawn game to share. If you have questions, please contact Outreach Manager Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651.287.2358.

Parenting with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
2025-08-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Adults parenting while living with 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. Significant others and children of the adult with epilepsy are welcome to join the meeting with their person. For questions, please contact Kelly Schaefer at kelannschaefer@gmail.com or 952.412.1904 or KariAnn Buntrock at buntrock@bektel.com or 701.400.9017.

Rochester United in Epilepsy Walk
2025-08-14 17:00 - 19:30 | Cascade Lake Park, 88 23rd Ave SW, Rochester, MN, 55902, United States
Strength in Support. Power in Community.

Join the Rochester 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!

Family Camp
2025-08-16 10:00 - 15:00 | MN
Family Camp is intended for youth with epilepsy ages 5+ who have additional healthcare needs, e.g. medical, emotional, developmental, social, etc. At least one adult/caregiver must be present for the session however the whole family is welcome. Activities are structured so your family can move at your own pace and hard gravel paths facilitate the use of wheelchairs or other mobility aids as needed. Register here for Family Camp 2025!

St. Paul Metro Picnic
2025-08-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Como Regional Park, West Picnic Shelter, 1300 Midway Pkwy, St. 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 Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.

West Metro Adults with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
2025-08-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Ridgedale Library Meeting Room, 12601 Ridgedale Dr., Minnetonka, MN, 55305
“Adults with epilepsy are welcome to attend this quarterly peer-led in-person group to meet others who can relate to their experiences of managing epilepsy. You’re welcome to bring a store-bought item to share, and please plan to bring your own non-alcoholic beverage. For question, contact Meaghan Yorro at meaghanelaine@gmail.com or (202) 321-5451 or Hannah Yokiel at hmyokiel@gmail.com or (507) 327-3321 Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/570658292228158 ” Meeting at Ridgedale Library Room 172

Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders: Awareness, Networking & Mentoring in the Brainerd Lakes Area- Crosby
2025-08-21 10:15 - 11:15, 2025-09-18 10:15 - 11:15 | Jessie F. Hallett Memorial Library, 101 1st St SE, Crosby, MN, 56441, United States
Join Jenifer and Barb to connect with others impacted by epilepsy at their monthly meeting in Crosby and/or Brainerd. This is a safe space to share experiences and provide encouragement and support for one another. Build your network of support and learn more about epilepsy as create new connections. Please contact Jenifer Williams at contact@epilepsyadvocates.org or (612) 236-8954 or Barb Mack at barb.epilepsyadvocate@gmail.com or (218) 839-4702 to ask questions. Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/epilepsyadvocates/

Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders: Awareness, Networking & Mentoring in the Brainerd Lakes Area- Brainerd
2025-08-25 17:00 - 19:00 | St. Joseph Hospital, lower level meeting room 523 N 3rd St. Brainerd, MN 56401

EFMN In Person Connect Group
2025-09-02 18:00 - 19:30 | FM Area Foundation, 409 7th St. S, Fargo, ND, 58103
Adults living with 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. This group gathers in the meeting room at FM Area Foundation. If you have questions, please contact Outreach Manager Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651.287.2358.

Young Adult Connect Group
2025-09-04 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
A space for young adults with epilepsy to meet others and talk about life updates, challenges, and successes with others who understand the epilepsy journey. This is a young adult-led 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.

Twin Cities Creative Writing Group for Individuals Impacted by Epilepsy
2025-09-13 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.

Twin Cities United in Epilepsy Walk
2025-09-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Wolfe Park, 3700 Monterrey Dr, St. Louis Park, MN
Strength in Support. Power in Community.

Join the Twin Cities 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!

Spanish Connect Group
2025-09-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
La epilepsia puede ser una condición aislante sin el apoyo de otros, pero creemos que nadie debería tener que enfrentar la epilepsia solo. Esta reunión virtual es una oportunidad para conectarse con otras personas hispanohablantes, compartir experiencias y dar/recibir apoyo. Son bienvenidos personas con epilepsia, cuidadores, padres, u otros seres queridos de alguien con epilepsia. Si tiene preguntas, por favor contacte a Angela (651-368-6209, llamada/texto). enlace de zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82188284802

Parent/Caregiver Connect
2025-09-18 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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, please contact Erik Williams at Ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

Adult Connect Group
2025-09-25 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event
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 Lisa Necastro at Lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-2878-2358.

EFMN Brainerd Event: Training, Pizza & Social Hour
2025-09-29 17:00 - 19:30 | St. Joseph Hospital, lower level meeting room 523 N 3rd St. Brainerd, MN 56401
Community members of all ages impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join EFMN for an opportunity to learn how to recognize and respond to seizures, enjoy a pizza dinner, and connect with others impacted by epilepsy. Games and kids-friendly activities will be available, and you’re welcome to bring something to share.
If you have any questions, please contact Outreach Manager, Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.

Youth and Family Connect Pizza Party
2025-09-30 17:30 - 18:30 | Levity Arcade & Tumble Gym, 344 Sheyenne Street, West Fargo, MN, 58078, United States
Families of children living with epilepsy are invited to gather together to connect with other families and enjoy a pizza party, arcade games, and a tumble gym. If you have any questions, please contact Outreach Manager, Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358.

Partners of Someone with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect
2025-10-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting

Parents/ Caregivers of a Nonverbal Child with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
2025-10-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Join other parents/caregivers of a nonverbal child with epilepsy for a space to share your experiences and support and encourage one another. This meets quarterly over Zoom, and it is led by EFMN volunteer, Joel Virtue or Carissa Burns. To RSVP or ask questions, you can reach Joel by email at joeljvirtue@gmail.com or text/call at (612) 730-0351 or Carissa at crpfarr@gmail.com or 612-644-9201 Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nonverbalepilepsykids

Duluth Area Adults with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
2025-10-09 18:30 - 19:30 | Dove Tail Cafe & Market Place, 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth, MN, 55806
Adults impacted by epilepsy are welcome to attend this monthly peer-led in-person group to meet others who can relate to their experiences of managing epilepsy. The group will meet at an open table, guests are welcome to order their own food/beverage, and you can text any or the facilitators listed below to confirm the table location once you arrive. Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1575034473435235 Facilitator: Desiree Gregorich: pugtekk@gmail.com, 218-310-4885
