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SUMMARY:Sauk Rapids Family Fun Event: Sleigh Rides
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nThis is free for people with epilepsy\, and $10 for each guest or family member. Please pay at the event. Financial assistance is available.\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact Central Northland Regional Outreach Manager Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.\n\n*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.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/sauk-rapids-family-fun/
LOCATION:RJ Stables\, 4074 5th Ave NE\, Sauk Rapids\, MN\, 56379\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220305T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220305T150000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20211216T010001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T212113Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED: Duluth Family Fun Event: Sleigh Rides
DESCRIPTION: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! \n\nIf you have questions\, please contact Central Northland Regional Outreach Manager Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/duluth-family-fun-event-sleigh-rides/
LOCATION:Countryside Rides\, 4488 W Lismore Rd\, Duluth\, MN\, 55803\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T193000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220215T231227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T231309Z
UID:46921-1646764200-1646767800@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Teen Virtual Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\n\nIn 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:\n\n 	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.\n 	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.\n\n\n\n\nEmergency 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.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/teen-virtual-connect-group-6/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220118T214634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T025311Z
UID:46527-1646937000-1646940600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Virtual Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\n\nIn 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:\n\n 	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.\n 	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.\n\n\n\n\nEmergency 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.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/young-adult-virtual-connect-group-03102022/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220315T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220315T193000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220215T030310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T030916Z
UID:46896-1647369000-1647372600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Rare Epilepsies Virtual Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nContact Martin Hernandez with any questions at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507-287-2103.\n\n\n\nIn 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:\n\n 	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.\n 	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.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/rare-epilepsies-virtual-connect-group-03102022/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220321T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220321T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220214T223326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T154659Z
UID:46865-1647883800-1647889200@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul Open To All Social Event: Interpretive Nature Hike
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nMeet 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!\n\nFor more information\, please contact Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209.\n\n*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.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/st-paul-open-to-all-social-event-interpretive-nature-hike/
LOCATION:Dodge Nature Center\, 365 Marie Ave W\, West St. Paul\, MN\, 55118\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220322T183000
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UID:46869-1647973800-1647977400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Open To All Social Event: Bingo Night
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact West Metro Regional Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/virtual-open-to-all-social-event-bingo-night/
LOCATION:MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220215T005947Z
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UID:46876-1648058400-1648062000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Mankato Open to All Social Event - Community Meal
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact Southern MN Regional Outreach Manager Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103.\n\n*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.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/mankato-open-to-all-social-event-community-meal/
LOCATION:Mankato Pizza Ranch\, 1551 Tullamore St.\, Mankato\, MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220215T012257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220218T184922Z
UID:46879-1648144800-1648148400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Austin Open to All Social Event - Community Meal
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact Southern MN Regional Outreach Manager Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103.\n\n*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.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/austin-open-to-all-social-community-meal/
LOCATION:Austin Pizza Ranch\, 1300 18th Ave NW\, Suite B\, Austin\, MN\, 55912\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T193000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220215T032458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T205430Z
UID:46902-1648146600-1648150200@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Parent Virtual Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\n\nIn 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:\n\n 	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.\n 	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.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/parent-virtual-connect-group-11/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220328T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220328T193000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220215T020228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T020346Z
UID:46884-1648492200-1648495800@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Open To All Social Event: Family Feud Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some friendly competition at EFMN’s Virtual Family Feud Night for all ages! Get to know your fellow teammates and take turns answering questions as we see who will come out on top. Survey says… it’s sure to be a fun night!\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact East Metro Regional Outreach Manager Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/virtual-open-to-all-social-event-family-feud/
LOCATION:MN\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220329T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220329T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220215T023319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T231124Z
UID:46888-1648576800-1648580400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Rochester Open to All Social Event - Community Meal
DESCRIPTION:Come together with others in your community for food and conversation at Pizza Ranch in Rochester. 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.\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact Southern MN Regional Outreach Manager Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/rochester-open-to-all-social-event-community-meal/
LOCATION:Stewartville Pizza Ranch\, 1580 2nd Ave NW\, Stewartville\, MN\, 55976\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220329T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220329T200000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220215T021411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T231143Z
UID:46882-1648576800-1648584000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Open to All Social Event - Group Games
DESCRIPTION:Meet others\, find support\, and have fun while playing board games\, corn hole\, pool\, and more at the Kiesler Wellness Center in Grand Rapids. This event is open to people of all ages impacted by epilepsy along with family members.  Dinner is included.  The cost is $3 per person\, you can pay by cash or check payable to EFMN at the event\, and financial assistance is available.  \n\nIf you have questions\, please contact Northland/Central MN Regional Outreach Manager Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/grand-rapids-open-to-all-social-event-group-games/
LOCATION:Kiesler Wellness Center\, 3130 SE 2nd Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MN\, 55744\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T190000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220215T024326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T231148Z
UID:46891-1648663200-1648666800@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Metro Open to All Social Event - Richardson Nature Center Bonfire
DESCRIPTION:Bundle up and get outside and connected at the Richardson Nature Center Bonfire in Bloomington. All ages are invited to join for fun outdoor activities like track finding and scavenger hunts or simply stay toasty warm by the fire. And what’s a bonfire without tasty s’mores to go with it? Free for all to attend.\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact West Metro Regional Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/metro-open-to-all-social-event-richardson-nature-center-bonfire/
LOCATION:Richardson Nature Center\, 8737 East Bush Lake Road\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55438\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T194500
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220218T193918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T195725Z
UID:46929-1648665000-1648669500@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Wellness Wednesday Webinar: Navigating Your Epilepsy Diagnosis
DESCRIPTION:Successful seizure and epilepsy management begins with understanding your diagnosis. Dr. Alexandra Sequeira (Epileptologist) from Sanford Health\, and Dr. Bryan Mendes (Pediatric Epileptologist) from Minnesota Epilepsy Group\, join us to share important information for newly diagnosed individuals and families.\n\nJoin us to learn about the first steps to take following a diagnosis\, such as finding the right level of care\, important testing steps and options\, medication information\, seizure action plans\, and sharing with others about your seizures. We’ll also talk about driving\, employment/school needs\, and the importance of creating a social and emotional support system.\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/wellness-wednesday-webinar-navigating-your-epilepsy-diagnosis/
LOCATION:MN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T193000
DTSTAMP:20260521T094145
CREATED:20220215T031656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T031656Z
UID:46900-1648751400-1648755000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Adult Virtual Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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 Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209.\n\n\n\nIn 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:\n\n 	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.\n 	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.\n\n\n\n\nEmergency 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.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/adult-virtual-connect-group-10/
LOCATION:MN
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