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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. For more information\, please contact Erik Williams at Ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/young-adult-connect-group-15/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124059
CREATED:20250410T153758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T142245Z
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SUMMARY:Partners of Someone with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
DESCRIPTION:Join other partners 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 \,  JP Yorro at jpyorro@gmail.com or 917.543.8700 or Chris Merrill at cmerrill1@gmail.com or 612-805-1440.\nZoom Link:\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89634617563?pwd=jFJr0ytog1bBgkiFnqNXbxxLxH05be.1\nPasscode: 464980
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/partners-of-someone-with-epilepsy-peer-led-connect-group/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124059
CREATED:20250407T162734Z
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SUMMARY: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/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:20250506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124059
CREATED:20250410T160324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T160324Z
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SUMMARY:Moms Supporting Moms of Adult Children with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
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@yahoo.com or 701-381-2083 to RSVP or to ask questions. Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1431507547698535\n\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89634617563?pwd=jFJr0ytog1bBgkiFnqNXbxxLxH05be.1 Passcode: 464980
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/moms-supporting-moms-of-adult-children-with-epilepsy-peer-led-connect-group/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124059
CREATED:20250410T164059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T160512Z
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SUMMARY:West Metro Adults w/ Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group- In Person
DESCRIPTION:“Adults with epilepsy are welcome to attend this quarterly 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. For question or to RSVP\, contact Meaghan Yorro at meaghanelaine@gmail.com or (202) 321-5451 or Hannah Yokiel at hmyokiel@gmail.com or (507) 327-3321 Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/570658292228158 ”\n\nMeeting at Ridgedale Library Room 172
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/west-metro-adults-w-epilepsy-peer-led-connect-group-in-person/
LOCATION:Ridgedale Library Meeting Room\, 12601 Ridgedale Dr.\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55305
CATEGORIES:Twin Cities Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T193000
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CREATED:20250410T165327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T134541Z
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SUMMARY:Duluth Area Adults with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
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. The group will meet at an open table\, guests are welcome to order their own food/beverage\, and you can text any or the facilitators listed below to confirm the table location once you arrive. Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1575034473435235\n\nFacilitators :\nCodi Saran:  codig21494@yahoo.com\, 715-250-3993\nJhonRae Reeves: jhonrae11@gmail.com\, 218-576-8446\nDesiree Gregorich: pugtekk@gmail.com\, 218-310-4885
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/duluth-area-adults-with-epilepsy-peer-led-connect-group/
LOCATION:Dove Tail Cafe & Market Place\, 1917 W. Superior St.\, Duluth\, MN\, 55806
CATEGORIES:Northeast
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T110000
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CREATED:20250410T171351Z
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SUMMARY:Twin Cities Creative Writing Group for Indviduals 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-creative-writing-group-for-inviduals-impacted-by-epilepsy/
LOCATION:Mojo Coffee Gallery 2205 California St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN 55418
CATEGORIES:Twin Cities Region
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SUMMARY:Arrowwood Water Park Event
DESCRIPTION:All individuals and families impacted by epilepsy 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 others over refreshments in the reserved seating area. EFMN event is from 10AM-2PM but waterpark wristbands are good until 4PM. Lunch will be provided. Lodging is available at $155 +tax. Use group code EPILEPSY FOUNDATION when booking reservation by phone at Arrowwood Resort. 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 Outreach Manager Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/arrowwood-water-park-event/
LOCATION:Arrowwod Indoor Waterpark\, 2100 Arrowwood Lane\, Alexandra\, MN\, 56308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northeast
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Necastro":MAILTO:lisa.necastro@efmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T173000
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CREATED:20250403T164337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T164337Z
UID:53785-1747157400-1747161000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Spanish Connect
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-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124059
CREATED:20250409T173140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T173213Z
UID:53822-1747159200-1747164600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:St. Paul In Person Connect Group
DESCRIPTION:Individuals\, parents and family members impacted by 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 at the Rondo Community Library in St. Paul. If you have questions\, please contact Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/st-paul-in-person-connect-group/
LOCATION:Rondo Community Library\, 461 N. Dale St\, Saint Paul\, 55103
CATEGORIES:Twin Cities Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T193000
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UID:53789-1747161000-1747164600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Teen Connect
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\, please contact Lisa Necastro at Lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/teen-connect/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124059
CREATED:20250410T162620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T162620Z
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SUMMARY:Parenting with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
DESCRIPTION:Adults parenting while 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. 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\nZoom Link:\n\n\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89634617563?pwd=jFJr0ytog1bBgkiFnqNXbxxLxH05be.1\nPasscode: 464980
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/parenting-with-epilepsy-peer-led-connect-group/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T111500
DTSTAMP:20260501T124059
CREATED:20250410T174009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T174009Z
UID:53842-1747304100-1747307700@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders: Awareness\, Networking & Mentoring in the Brainerd Lakes Area- Crosby
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 (612) 236-8954 or Barb Mack at barb.epilepsyadvocate@gmail.com or (218) 839-4702 to RSVP or to ask questions. Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/epilepsyadvocates/
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/epilepsy-seizure-disorders-awareness-networking-mentoring-in-the-brainerd-lakes-area-crosby/
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:20250515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124059
CREATED:20250407T142749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T142749Z
UID:53804-1747333800-1747337400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Parent/Caregiver Connect
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 Necastro at Lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/parent-caregiver-connect-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Necastro":MAILTO:lisa.necastro@efmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T183000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124059
CREATED:20250407T143555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T143555Z
UID:53806-1747938600-1747938600@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 Lisa Peterson at Lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/adult-connect-group-13/
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:20250526T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250526T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T124059
CREATED:20250410T180452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T180452Z
UID:53844-1748278800-1748286000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders: Awareness\, Networking & Mentoring in the Brainerd Lakes Area- Brainerd
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 (612) 236-8954 or Barb Mack at barb.epilepsyadvocate@gmail.com or (218) 839-4702 to RSVP or to ask questions. Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/epilepsyadvocates/
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/epilepsy-seizure-disorders-awareness-networking-mentoring-in-the-brainerd-lakes-area-brainerd/
LOCATION:St. Joseph Hospital\, lower level meeting room 523 N 3rd St. Brainerd\, MN 56401
CATEGORIES:Northeast
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