Adult Virtual Connect Group
2021-11-23 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
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, 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.

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.

Teen Virtual Connect Group
2021-12-14 18:30 - 19:30, 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.

Parent Virtual Connect Group
2021-12-16 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 Amy Haugen 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.

Adult Virtual Connect Group
2021-12-21 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, 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.

Young Adult Virtual Connect Group
2022-01-06 18:30 - 19:30
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 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.

Teen Virtual Connect Group
2022-01-11 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 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.

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.

Virtual Social Event: Trivia Night
2022-02-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Join us for a Harry Potter-Themed Trivia Night! Come solo or with a team to spend an evening with others to test your Harry Potter knowledge and get to know others living with epilepsy! (It’s a plus if you come knowing what house you belong to.)

If you have questions, please contact Southern Minnesota Regional Outreach Manager Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103.

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.

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.

Wellness Wednesday Webinar: Medical Cannabis in Minnesota
2022-02-23 18:30
A complete overview of medical cannabis for treating epilepsy in Minnesota. Included in this webinar is a pharmacist from Leafline Labs who shares how medical cannabis works to treat epilepsy and how it differs from over-the-counter CBD products. We’ll also touch on how to access medical cannabis and how to work with a doctor to decide if it’s an appropriate treatment option. This is a great introduction for those interested in learning more and curious if it might be a potential treatment for their specific seizure types and epilepsy.
REGISTER HERE

Adult Virtual Connect Group
2022-02-24 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 Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@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.

Lake of the Isles Walkabout (Non-EFMN Event)
2022-02-27 10:00
Join Outdoor Mindset at Isles Bun and Coffee (1424 W 28th Street, Mpls, 55408) at 10 AM and from there we will walk to Lake of the Isles. Walk around the lake or walk on the lake! Everyone will return to Isles Bun & Coffee for bus rides home. Please dress warm! Cost is free, however, guests may purchase food/drink at the coffee shop.
Please contact Deb Winsor to RSVP and for assistance with directions and bus information at debwinsor1@hotmail.com.

About Outdoor Mindset: We unite and empower people affected by neurological challenges through a common passion for the outdoors.

Sauk Rapids Family Fun Event: Sleigh Rides
2022-03-01 18:00 - 19:00 | RJ Stables, 4074 5th Ave NE, Sauk Rapids, MN, 56379, United States
Families impacted by epilepsy can meet others, find support, and have fun while enjoying the outdoors through sleigh rides at RJ Stables in Sauk Rapids. This event is open to youth, teens, and adults with epilepsy along with their families.

This is free for people with epilepsy, and $10 for each guest or family member. Please pay at the event. Financial assistance is available.

If you have questions, please contact Central Northland Regional Outreach Manager Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.

*All attendees of in-person events must bring with them proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test result, taken within the last 48 hours. All attendees are encouraged to wear masks.

CANCELED: Duluth Family Fun Event: Sleigh Rides
2022-03-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Countryside Rides, 4488 W Lismore Rd, Duluth, MN, 55803, United States
Thank you for your interest. This event has been canceled due to the freezing-rain forecast. Please continue to visit the calendar for more in-person events!

If you have questions, please contact Central Northland Regional Outreach Manager Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.

Teen Virtual Connect Group
2022-03-08 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 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.

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.

Young Adult Virtual Connect Group
2022-03-10 18:30 - 19:30
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. Contact Martin Hernandez with any questions 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.

Rare Epilepsies Virtual Connect Group
2022-03-15 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.

Contact Martin Hernandez with any questions 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.

St. Paul Open To All Social Event: Interpretive Nature Hike
2022-03-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Dodge Nature Center, 365 Marie Ave W, West St. Paul, MN, 55118, United States
Stretch your legs and enjoy the great outdoors at the Dodge Nature Center in West St. Paul! One of Dodge’s naturalists will lead us on a leisurely walk (<1 mile) to explore the prairie, ponds, and forests to find out what the wildlife at Dodge Nature Center is doing as winter turns into spring. Warm beverages will be provided and participants will have access to indoor bathrooms as needed.

Meet the group in the parking lot at 365 Marie Avenue W in West St. Paul. The event is free for individuals living with epilepsy and $5 for guests. All are welcome!

For more information, please contact Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209.

*All attendees of in-person events must bring with them proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test result, taken within the last 48 hours. All attendees are encouraged to wear masks.

Virtual Open To All Social Event: Bingo Night
2022-03-22 18:30 - 19:30 | MN, United States
All ages are welcome 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.

Mankato Open to All Social Event - Community Meal
2022-03-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Mankato Pizza Ranch, 1551 Tullamore St., Mankato, MN, United States
Come together with others in your community for food and conversation at Pizza Ranch in Mankato. This gathering is open to all people with epilepsy and family members and guests are welcome to join. The cost per person is $14 for the buffet, paid to Pizza Ranch.

If you have questions, please contact Southern MN Regional Outreach Manager Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103.

*All attendees of in-person events must bring with them proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test result, taken within the last 48 hours. All attendees are encouraged to wear masks.

Austin Open to All Social Event - Community Meal
2022-03-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Austin Pizza Ranch, 1300 18th Ave NW, Suite B, Austin, MN, 55912, United States
Come together with others in your community for food and conversation at Pizza Ranch in Austin. This gathering is open to all people with epilepsy and family members and guests are welcome to join. The cost per person is $14 for the buffet, paid to Pizza Ranch.

If you have questions, please contact Southern MN Regional Outreach Manager Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103.

*All attendees of in-person events must bring with them proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test result, taken within the last 48 hours. All attendees are encouraged to wear masks when possible.

Parent Virtual Connect Group
2022-03-24 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 Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@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.
