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SUMMARY:Camp Oz Info Session
DESCRIPTION:This information session will provide an opportunity to learn more about all Camp Programs at EFMN. In particular\, we will focus on our week-long residential Camp Oz at YMCA Camp St. Croix in Hudson WI. This hour-long session will include Camp Oz EFMN staff providing an overview of what the week of Camp Oz looks like\, having a camp nurse available to answer questions\, and a past camper family sharing their experience with attending Camp Oz. Camp Oz is open to youth aged 9-17. Register below.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/camp-oz-info-session-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T231137
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SUMMARY:Young Adult 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.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \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/young-adult-connect-group-6/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230203T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T231137
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UID:50047-1675450800-1675459800@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Bemidji State Beavers Hockey Game
DESCRIPTION:Individuals and families impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join EFMN at The Sanford Center for a fun night watching the Bemidji State Beavers vs. Michigan Tech. The event is free for individuals living with epilepsy\, the cost for family and friends is $5 each. \n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Lisa Necastro\, Regional Outreach Manager – Western MN at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/bemidji-state-beavers-hockey-game/
LOCATION:Sanford Center\, 1111 Event Center Drive Northeast\, Bemidji\, MN\, 55601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T231137
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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.\n\nFor more information\, contact Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651.287.2315.\n\n\n\nTo 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 provide you with the best experience as a group member.\n\n\n\n\nEmergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time\, we need 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-14/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T231137
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UID:50033-1675796400-1675800000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Customized Virtual Connect: Parents with Epilepsy
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nFor more information\, please contact Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358.\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/customized-virtual-connect-parents-with-epilepsy-7/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T231137
CREATED:20230102T185452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T152537Z
UID:50060-1675877400-1675882800@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Red Wing Social Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Individuals and families impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join EFMN at the Red Wing Public Library in the Community Room to share stories and their experiences during their epilepsy journeys. If you have any questions\, please contact Southern Minnesota Regional Outreach Manager\, Martin Hernandez\, at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507-287-2103.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/red-wing-family-social-social-meet-up/
LOCATION:Red Wing Public Library\, 225 East Avenue\, Red Wing\, MN\, 55066\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T173000
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SUMMARY:Rochester Family Social Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Individuals and families impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join EFMN at the Stewartville Pizza Ranch in the Community Room to share stories and their experiences during their epilepsy journeys. The event is free for individuals living with epilepsy. The cost for family and friends to attend and enjoy dinner is $15.69 per adult; children under 10 pay $1.00 per year of age.\n\nEFMN is committed to supporting all who would like to attend our events\, so please reach out if you have any questions regarding the cost or details for this event\, Southern Minnesota Regional Outreach Manager\, Martin Hernandez\, at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507-287-2103.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/rochester-family-social-meet-up/
LOCATION:Stewartville Pizza Ranch\, 1580 2nd Ave NW\, Stewartville\, MN\, 55976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rochester Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T180000
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UID:50063-1675965600-1675971000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Minneapolis Meet and Connect
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Washburn Library in South Minneapolis for a meet-and-connect gathering. Individuals\, parents\, and families impacted by epilepsy are welcome to attend to share stories and their experiences during their epilepsy journeys. FREE to Attend. If you have any questions\, please contact West Metro Regional Outreach Manager\, Erik Williams\, at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-287-2319.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/minneapolis-family-meet-and-connect/
LOCATION:Washburn Library\, 5244 Lyndale Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55419\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230209T183000
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UID:50101-1675967400-1675971000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Day at the Capitol Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Unsure of what to expect at Day at the Capitol? Not sure if you want to register? Join us for an information session as we cover everything you need to know for Epilepsy Advocacy Day at the Capitol on February 22. Questions? Reach out to Sara Goodno at sgoodno@efmn.org.\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/day-at-the-capitol-info-session/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230210T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T231137
CREATED:20230109T150332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T190317Z
UID:50053-1676055600-1676064600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Fargo Family Social Event: Fargo Force Hockey Game
DESCRIPTION:Individuals and families impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join EFMN at Scheels Arena for a fun night watching the Fargo Force vs. the Sioux City Musketeers. The event is free for individuals living with epilepsy\, the cost for family and friends is $5 each.\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Lisa Necastro\, Regional Outreach Manager- Western MN at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/fargo-family-social-event-fargo-force-hockey-game/
LOCATION:Scheels Arena\, 5225 31st Ave South\, Fargo\, ND\, 58104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fargo/Moorhead Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T231137
CREATED:20230102T180436Z
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UID:50042-1676482200-1676485800@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Grupo de conexión en Español
DESCRIPTION:Miercoles\, 15 de Febrero\, 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. Están bienvenidos personas con epilepsia\, cuidadores\, padres\, o otros seres queridos de alguien con epilepsia. Si tiene preguntas\, por favor contacte a a Angela (651-368-6209\, llamada/texto).\n\n \n\n 	enlace de zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82188284802\n 	ID de reunión:  821 8828 4802
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/grupo-de-conexion-en-espanol-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T231137
CREATED:20230104T224948Z
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UID:50090-1676482200-1676487600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Mankato Family Social Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Individuals and families impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join EFMN at Jake’s Stadium Pizza to share stories and their experiences during their epilepsy journeys. This event is free!\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Southern Minnesota Regional Outreach Manager\, Martin Hernandez\, at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507-287-2103.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/mankato-family-social-meet-up/
LOCATION:Jake’s Stadium Pizza\, 330 Stadium Road\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T193000
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UID:50031-1676572200-1676575800@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Parent/Caregiver 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. \n\nFor more information\, please contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330.\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-caregiver-virtual-connect-group-6/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230218T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T231137
CREATED:20230109T150325Z
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UID:50066-1676723400-1676732400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Twin Cities Shining Stars Ice Skating
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Shining Stars and Shining Stars at heart! Individuals and families of all ages impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join in an afternoon of ice skating at The MN Oval\, the largest outdoor refrigerated ice rink in North America. Connect with other families impacted by epilepsy while enjoying a classic Minnesota winter activity and hot chocolate in the warming house. People with epilepsy skate for free\, additional family and friends are welcome for a suggested donation of $5 per skater. Rental skates\, if needed\, are available at The Oval for $4 per pair (paid separately in cash/check on site).\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Regional Outreach Managers Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209\, or Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-287-2319.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/twin-cities-shining-stars-ice-skating/
LOCATION:Roseville Skating Oval\, 2661 Civic Center Drive\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Twin Cities Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230219T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T231137
CREATED:20230109T150339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T134133Z
UID:50050-1676815200-1676822400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Duluth Family Social Event: Bowling & Pizza
DESCRIPTION:Individuals and families impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join EFMN for a time of bowling\, conversation\, and dinner. The person with epilepsy attends free\, $5 per individual guest or $10 per family.\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Lisa Peterson\, Outreach Manager- Central/ Northeast MN at 218.624.1330 or lisa.peterson@efmn.org
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/duluth-family-social-event-bowling-pizza/
LOCATION:Incline Bowling Center\, 601 West Superior Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Duluth Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230221T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T231137
CREATED:20230104T231515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T231515Z
UID:50094-1677004200-1677007800@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Loss of a Loved One Virtual Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nFor more information contact Amy Haugen\, Programs and Regional Outreach Director at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722\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/loss-of-a-loved-one-virtual-connect-group/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230222T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230222T194500
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CREATED:20221223T143323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T203413Z
UID:49960-1677090600-1677095100@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Wellness Wednesday Webinar: Transition Planning for Youth With Epilepsy
DESCRIPTION:Moving from childhood to adulthood is a major transition period for all youth\, but especially for those with epilepsy. Learn about when to begin the planning process for this transition period\, moving from pediatric to adult medical care\, and consideration of future options\, including guardianship\, living independently\, advancing to continued education\, and joining the workforce. Join Dr. Nicole Williams Doonan from Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare for an exploration of the changes this new time of life brings.\nRegister today.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/wellness-wednesday-webinar-transition-planning-for-youth-with-epilepsy/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T231137
CREATED:20230102T175631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230102T175631Z
UID:50035-1677177000-1677180600@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. \n\nFor more information\, please contact Martin Hernandez 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/adult-virtual-connect-group-16/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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