Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders: Awareness, Networking & Mentoring in BLA
2024-07-18 10:15 - 11:15, 2024-08-15 10:15 - 11:15, 2024-09-19 10:15 - 11:15 (America/Chicago) | Jessie F. Hallett Memorial Library, 101 1st St SE, Crosby, MN, 56441, United States
A place for people to share their experiences, their encouragement and support for one another and to network together.

Supporting each other goes beyond just sending an encouraging message, which we do rely on through difficult stages in our journey and we allow this space for each other to steam out and vent, it also means going to or showing up in support of each others events.

Event Details:
10:15A – 11:15A Jessie F. Hallett Memorial Library Crosby, MN 56441

For more information:

Contact persons: Jenifer or Barb
Contact phone: (218) 833-2199
Contact email: contact@epilepsyadvocates.org

Or message us on Facebook 😊

Rochester Regional Walk
2024-07-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Cascade Lake Park, 88 23rd Ave SW, Rochester, MN, 55902, 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.

Day Camp
2024-07-20 | Camp Christmas Tree, 6365 Game Farm Rd. E, Mound, MN, 55364, United States
Save the date. Registration to open in January.

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

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.

Mankato Regional Walk
2024-07-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Gorman Park, 511 S 5th St, St. Peter, MN, 56082, United States

Duluth Regional Walk
2024-08-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Park Point Pavilion & Beach House, 5000 Minnesota Ave, Duluth, MN, 55802, United States

Young Adult Connect Group
2024-08-01 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 Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345

Family Camp
2024-08-03 | Camp Christmas Tree, 6365 Game Farm Rd. E, Mound, MN, 55364, United States

Southern Minnesota Shining Stars Party
2024-08-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Spring Lake Park Pool, 641 Webster Avenue, North Mankato, MN, 56003, United States
Join us on Aug 4th for waterpark fun at Spring Lake Park pool in North Mankato, MN. This is for our Shining Stars and their friends and family. We will provide cupcakes and bottled water. There are concessions available onsite for purchase. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jessica Devens-Rodning at jessica.rodning@efmn.org or 651.287.2301.

St. Cloud Regional Walk
2024-08-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Lake George Municipal Complex, 1101 7th Street, St Cloud, MN, 56301, United States

Teen Connect Group
2024-08-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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, please contact Erik Williams at Ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345

Parents with Epilepsy Connect Group
2024-08-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Parents 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 Jessica Rodning at Jessica.rodning@efmn.org or 651-287-2301

Spanish Connect Group
2024-08-14 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-09-18 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 Nohely (651-287-2302, llamada/texto). enlace de zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82188284802 ID de reunión: 821 8828 4802

Moorhead Regional Walk
2024-08-15 17:00 - 20:00 | M.B. Johnson Park, 3601 11th Street North, Moorhead, MN, 56560, United States

Parent/Caregiver Connect Group
2024-08-15 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 Lisa Peterson at Lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330

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.

Adult Connect Group
2024-08-22 18:30 - 19:30 | 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 Lisa Necastro at Lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358.

Young Adult Connect Group
2024-09-05 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

Teen Connect Group
2024-09-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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, please contact Erik Williams at Erik.williams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

Parents with Epilepsy Connect Group
2024-09-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Parents 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 651-287-2358.

Duluth Area Adults with Epilepsy In Person Connect Meeting
2024-09-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Miller Dwan, 502 E 2nd St, Duluth, MN, 55805, United States
Adults impacted by epilepsy are welcome to attend this monthly volunteer 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. Location: Miller Dwan adjoining meeting rooms. For questions or to RSVP, please contact Kyah Altier at 218.590.0515 or kkaltiere@gmail.com.

Parent/Caregiver Connect Group
2024-09-19 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 Jessica Rodning at Jessica.rodning@efmn.org or 651-287-2301

Shining Stars at MOA Event
2024-09-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Mall of America, 60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN, 55425, United States
The annual Shining Stars event at Nickelodeon Universe in the Mall of America is an opportunity for families from across the state to come and meet others who have a child with epilepsy/seizures. Enjoy interactive activity stations including photo booth, art projects, STEM activities, games, food and Nickelodeon characters, followed by an afternoon of rides and fun.

This event is specifically for Shining Stars (youth with epilepsy) and their family. However, becoming a Shining Star is easy and free for those who want to join, simply fill out this form here.

Open Gym Family Connect
2024-09-24 17:30 - 18:30 | Explorer Academy 1780 17th St S Fargo, ND 58103, 1780 17th St S, Fargo, ND, 58103
This group gives kids a safe environment to play with their peers and siblings while parents share experiences with each other in regards to epilepsy. Please contact Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358 with any questions.

Adult Connect Group
2024-09-26 18:30 - 19:30 | 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 Erik.williams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

Young Adult Connect Group
2024-10-03 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 Necastro at Lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358
