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UID:53461-1736272800-1736276400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:EFMN In Person Connect Group
DESCRIPTION:Adults living with epilepsy are invited to come together to meet others\, share the triumphs and challenges of living with seizures\, and connect with those who understand the epilepsy journey. This group gathers in the meeting room at FM Area Foundation. If you have questions\, please contact Outreach Manager Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651.287.2358.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/efmn-in-person-connect-group/
LOCATION:FM Area Foundation\, 409 7th St. S\, Fargo\, ND\, 58103
CATEGORIES:Northwest
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Necastro":MAILTO:lisa.necastro@efmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T020047
CREATED:20241204T173417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T174420Z
UID:53433-1736276400-1736280000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Moms Supporting Moms of Adult Children with Epilepsy
DESCRIPTION:Moms of adult children with epilepsy are invited to attend this support group where moms of adult children come together and share their journey and experiences.  We support each by providing a safe space for everyone to express how they are feeling and share about the challenges and joys of being a parent of an adult child with epilepsy.   Please contact Shelly Torgerson at shellynd@yahooo.com or 701.2083 to RSVP or to ask questions.\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89634617563?pwd=jFJr0ytog1bBgkiFnqNXbxxLxH05be.1
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/moms-supporting-moms-of-adult-children-with-epilepsy-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T020047
CREATED:20241202T164356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T142357Z
UID:53419-1736445600-1736451000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Duluth Area Adults with Epilepsy Virtual Connect Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Adults impacted by epilepsy are welcome to attend this monthly peer-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. To RSVP\, please email   codig21494@yahoo.com or jhonrae11@gmail.com.  If you have any questions\, you can call or Codi Sarran at 715-250-3993 or JhonRae Reeves 218- 576-8446.\n\n \n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82023721273?pwd=d1ytCZDYJHFNhlN3psztXRMPklBS7j.1\n\n \n\nMeeting ID: 820 2372 1273\n\nPasscode: 543897
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/duluth-area-adults-with-epilepsy-in-person-connect-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Essentia Health – Miller Dwan: Meeting Rooms 1-3\, 502 E 2nd St\, Duluth\, MN 55805
CATEGORIES:Northeast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T020047
CREATED:20241202T163905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T163953Z
UID:53416-1736447400-1736451000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Parents/Caregivers of a Nonverbal Child with Epilepsy
DESCRIPTION:Join other parents/caregivers of a nonverbal child with epilepsy for a space to share your experiences and support and encourage one another. This meets quarterly over Zoom\, and it is led by EFMN volunteer\, Joel Virtue and Kim Olson. To RSVP or ask questions\, you can reach Joel by email at joeljvirtue@gmail.com or text/call at (612) 730-0351 or Kim at loondancing@gmail.com or text at (218)269-9116.\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89634617563?pwd=jFJr0ytog1bBgkiFnqNXbxxLxH05be.1\nPasscode: 464980
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/parents-caregivers-of/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T020047
CREATED:20241216T174842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T195356Z
UID:53457-1736447400-1736451000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
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. For more information\, please contact Lisa Necastro at Lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/young-adult-connect-group-14/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T020047
CREATED:20241204T172629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T174933Z
UID:53429-1736586000-1736593200@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Twin Cities Creative Writing Group for Individuals impacted by Epilepsy
DESCRIPTION:Individuals impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join Babs Larson\, retired librarian and author living with epilepsy to connect with others as part of creative writing group that meets monthly in Minneapolis at Mojo Coffee Gallery. Bring your notebook or computer\, and food and beverage are available for purchase.  Please contact Babs Larson to RSVP or ask questions at babsandbeijing@icloud.com  or (612) 231-4373.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/twin-cities-creating-writing-group-for-individuals-impacted-by-epilepsy/
LOCATION:Mojo Coffee Gallery 2205 California St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN 55418
CATEGORIES:Twin Cities Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T200000
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CREATED:20241204T173702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T145204Z
UID:53436-1736881200-1736884800@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Parenting with Epilepsy
DESCRIPTION:Adults parenting while living with epilepsy are\ninvited to come together to meet others\, share the triumphs and challenges of living with seizures and connect with those who understand the epilepsy journey.   Significant others and children of the adult with epilepsy are welcome to join the meeting with their person.   For questions or to RSVP\, please contact Kelly Schaefer at kelannschaefer@gmail.com or 952.412.1904 or KariAnn Buntrock at buntrock@bektel.com or 701-400-9017.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89634617563?pwd=jFJr0ytog1bBgkiFnqNXbxxLxH05be.1\nPasscode: 464980
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/parenting-with-epilepsy/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T173000
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CREATED:20241218T165305Z
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UID:53464-1736962200-1736965800@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Spanish Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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). enlace de zoom:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82188284802
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/spanish-connect-group-6/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T111500
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CREATED:20241204T172004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T172004Z
UID:53424-1737022500-1737026100@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders: Awareness\, Networking & Mentoring in BLA
DESCRIPTION:Join Jenifer and Barb to connect with others impacted by epilepsy at their monthly meeting in Crosby and/or Brainerd.  This is a safe space to share experiences and provide encouragement and support for one another. Build your network of support and learn more about epilepsy as create new connections.  Please contact Jenifer Williams at contact@epilepsyadvocates.org or (218) 833-2199 or Barb Mack at macks@brainerd.net or (218) 839-4702 to RSVP or to ask questions.\nFind them on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/epilepsyadvocates/memori
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/epilepsy-seizure-disorders-awareness-networking-mentoring-in-bla-11/
LOCATION:Jessie F. Hallett Memorial Library\, 101 1st St SE\, Crosby\, MN\, 56441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northeast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T020047
CREATED:20241218T171134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T171134Z
UID:53466-1737052200-1737055800@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Parent/Caregiver 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\, please contact Lisa Peterson at Lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/parent-caregiver-connect-group-11/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Peterson":MAILTO:lisa.peterson@efmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T020047
CREATED:20241219T163017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T163017Z
UID:53472-1737657000-1737660600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Adult 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 Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/adult-connect-group-10/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T020047
CREATED:20241204T173117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T162916Z
UID:53431-1737658800-1737662400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Significant Others/Partners of Someone with Epilepsy
DESCRIPTION:Join other significant others for an hour to discuss the highs and lows of your journey and hear from other significant others about how we best care for ourselves while caring for our loved ones with epilepsy.   For questions or to RSVP\, contact James Schaefer at james.schaefer84@gmail.com or 612.280.9643 or JP Yorro at jpyorro@gmail.com or 917.543.8700.\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89634617563?pwd=jFJr0ytog1bBgkiFnqNXbxxLxH05be.1\nPasscode: 464980
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/significant-others-partners-of-someone-with-epilepsy/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250127T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250127T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T020047
CREATED:20241204T172423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T172423Z
UID:53426-1737997200-1738004400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders: Awareness\, Networking & Mentoring in BLA
DESCRIPTION:Join Jenifer and Barb to connect with others impacted by epilepsy at their monthly meeting in Crosby and/or Brainerd.  This is a safe space to share experiences and provide encouragement and support for one another. Build your network of support and learn more about epilepsy as create new connections.  Please contact Jenifer Williams at contact@epilepsyadvocates.org or (218) 833-2199 or Barb Mack at macks@brainerd.net or (218) 839-4702 to RSVP or to ask questions.\nFind them on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/epilepsyadvocates/
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/epilepsy-seizure-disorders-awareness-networking-mentoring-in-bla-12/
LOCATION:St. Joseph Hospital\, lower level meeting room 523 N 3rd St. Brainerd\, MN 56401
CATEGORIES:Northeast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T201500
DTSTAMP:20260421T020047
CREATED:20250113T152447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T153908Z
UID:53513-1738265400-1738268100@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:2025 Camp Oz Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join Camp Director Erik Williams for a 45 minute session to learn more about Camp Oz\, EFMN’s week-long summer camp in June at YMCA Camp St. Croix. Listen to a live presentation and bring any and all questions you might have as you consider registering your 9-17 year old child. Register below.\n\n \n\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88241200331
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/2025-camp-oz-info-session/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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