Saint Cloud Tacos and Game Night
2023-05-02 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | 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 tacos and potatoe ole’s from Taco John’s, conversation, and activities. You’re welcome to bring a store bought potluck item and/or a board games/activity to share. For more information contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330

Brainerd Tacos and Game Night
2023-05-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Brainerd Public Library, 416 S 5th St, Brainerd, MN, 56401, United States

Young Adults Connect Group
2023-05-04 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 group looks to create peer-to-peer support and connection. For more information, please contact Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

Shining Stars Splash at Arrowwood
2023-05-07 09:00 - 14:30 | Arrowwod Indoor Waterpark, 2100 Arrowwood Lane, Alexandra, MN, 56308, United States
Calling all Shining Stars to come make a splash with EFMN! Shining Stars and their families are invited to join in a day of fun at the Big Splash Waterpark at Arrowwood Resort in Alexandria, MN. 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 other Shining Stars families over a slice of pizza and soft drink. People with epilepsy splash for free, and additional family and friends are welcome for a cost of $5 per individual guest 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 form below.

If you have any questions, please contact Regional Outreach Manager Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358.

Teen Connect Group
2023-05-09 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 Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358

Parents with Epilepsy Connect Group
2023-05-09 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 Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330.

Adler Presents: Art Therapy Discovery Day!
2023-05-13 13:00 - 17:00 | Adler Graduate School, 10225 Yellow Circle Drive, Minnetonka, MN, 55343
Join Adler Graduate School for a fun-filled afternoon of learning, experiencing and understanding art therapy. This is an open house style public event for anyone interested in learning more about the profession, the Art Therapy Program at Adler Graduate School, and the positive impact art therapy has in the community.

Go to https://www.alfredadler.edu/ to learn more.

Bemidji Pizza Night
2023-05-16 17:00 - 18:30 | Bemidji Pizza Ranch, 1635 Paul Bunyan Dr NW, Bemidji, MN, 56601, United States
Individuals and family members of all ages impacted by epilepsy are invited to join EFMN for pizza and time to connect with others at Pizza Ranch. The pizza buffet is free for individuals living with epilepsy and $5 per individual guest or $10 per family. For more information contact Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358

Loss of Loved One Connect Group
2023-05-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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, Programs and Regional Outreach Director at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722

Grupo de conexión en Español,17 de mayo
2023-05-17 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Miercoles, 17 de mayo , 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).

Unirse a la reunión de zoom

ID de reunión: 821 8828 4802

Parent/Caregiver Connect Group
2023-05-18 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 Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358

Camp Oz Orientation and Tour
2023-05-20 10:00 - 12:00 | YMCA Camp St. Croix, 532 County Rd F, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States
Camp families are encouraged to attend this orientation to Camp Oz session, being held at Camp St. Croix in Hudson, WI. Time will be spent providing information about the camp experience, and a tour of the camp grounds. Any Camp Oz family is invited to attend; new camp families are strongly encouraged to attend. Have questions about this event? Contact Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@efmn.org or Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org.
Register below.

Marshall Pizza Night
2023-05-22 17:00 - 18:30 | Marshall Pizza Ranch, 1420 Boyer Dr., Marshall, MN, 56258, United States

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.

Adult Connect Group
2023-05-25 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 Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722

Ellis and Friends Family Connect
2023-05-30 17:30 - 18:30
This group gives kids a safe environment to play with their peers and their siblings, while parents share experiences with each other in regard to epilepsy. RSVP to lacey@tntfitness.org.

Young Adult Connect Group
2023-06-01 18:30 - 20:00 | 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

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

Duluth Picnic
2023-06-11 16:30 - 18:30 | Hartley Nature Center, 3001 Woodland Ave, Duluth, MN, 55803, United States
Join us on June 11 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

Teen Connect Group
2023-06-13 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
2023-06-13 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 Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358

Parent/Caregiver Connect Group
2023-06-15 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.

Grand Rapids Picnic
2023-06-17 16:30 - 18:30 | Veterans Park, 10 NE 8th Ave,, Grand Rapids, MN, 55744, United States
Join us on June 17 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

Grupo de conexión en Español, 21 de junio
2023-06-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Miercoles, 21 de junio, 5:30-6:30pm. 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).Unirse a la reunión de zoom

ID de reunión: 821 8828 4802

Wellness Wednesday Webinar: Making the Epilepsy Diagnosis - The Overall Process and Testing that Plays a Role
2023-06-21 18:30 - 19:45 | Virtual Event
An individual who has experienced one or more seizures may undergo an array of tests on the way to a diagnosis of epilepsy, and it can be confusing to understand why they are being done and what the results mean. Join Elaine Wirrell, MD, director of Pediatric Epilepsy at Mayo Clinic, for a comprehensive discussion of the diagnostic process, including exams, assessments and common tests – how they are done, what information they provide, and the implications of the results in diagnosis and treatment.
Register today.
Sponsored by Mayo Clinic.

Adult Connect Group
2023-06-22 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 Virtual Connect
2023-07-06 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 Virtual Connect Group
2023-07-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting

Parents with Epilepsy Virtual Connect Group
2023-07-11 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 Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330
