The Brews Cruise
2020-03-24 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
The McGregor Mug Run and International Beer Festival presents
The Brews Cruise
When: Saturday, June 13, 2020
Only 50 seats available.
Bus leaves at 12:30pm sharp from Lot 10 Brewery.
Doors open at noon for appetizers.
$100/per person includes:
– bus ride
– beer or flight at each stop
– 1 private tour
– dinner
– donation to ESWO
Breweries:
– Lot 10
– The Grove
– The Banded Goose
– GL Heritage
Appetizers to start + Taco Bar Dinner @ Lot 10
19+ event
Portion of proceeds to benefit Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario
For more information call Kristy Raymond at 519-818-4143

All About Horses - Postponed
2020-04-18 10:00 - 17:00 | All About Horses, 8957 Northville Road, Lambton Shores, Ontario, N0M 2N0, Canada
POSTPONED – New Date TBD
All About Horses will be hosting their 3rd Annual Epilepsy Fundraiser on April 18, 2020!
There will be pony/horse rides for ALL ages, face painting, selfie booth with the horses, music, gift baskets, 50/50, raffle, food and drink, petting zoo full of animals and much much more!!
We promise we will have fun for the whole family and ALL proceeds go to Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario.

Be sure to join the Facebook event for updates:
http://ow.ly/2Z0150ywy2E

Epilepsy Care in the COVID-19 Pandemic
2020-04-27 08:00 - 09:00 | Ontario
Join us on Facebook Live as Dr. Seyed Mirsattari MD, Clinical Neurologist of London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), University Hospital discusses epilepsy care during the COVID-19 pandemic. A 15 minute live Q&A to follow.
Watch the LIVE video here: https://www.facebook.com/epilepsyswo/videos/659047811540875/

Coping with the Stress of COVID-19
2020-05-01 14:00 - 15:00 | Ontario
Join us on Facebook Live, Friday, May 1st at 2 pm as Clinical Psychologist Dr. Sarah Vernon-Scott of London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), University Hospital discusses Coping with the Stress of COVID-19. A 15 minute live Q&A to follow.
Watch the Live here.

Neuropsychological Evaluation and Epilepsy
2020-05-19 15:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
We are so excited to welcome Dr. Susan Hayman-Abello and Dr. Brent Hayman-Abello to discuss Neuropsychological Evaluation and Epilepsy. This much-anticipated webinar will take place tomorrow Tuesday, May 19th at 3:00 pm.
There will be ONLY ONE opportunity to watch this webinar, so don’t forget to tune in!!! This webinar will not be recorded.
Register and Save Your Seat:
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hNYG9GufRBWGM6q8JwQk6w

Epilepsy Treatment Options
2020-06-05 14:00 - 15:00 | Ontario
Join us on Facebook Live, Friday, June 5th at 2:00 p.m. as Paediatric Epileptologist, Dr. Andrea Andrade of Children’s Hospital, London Health Sciences Centre, discusses Epilepsy Treatment Options. A 15 minute Q&A to follow.
Click here to watch our LIVE.

Youth Mental Health and Epilepsy
2020-08-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Ontario
Are you a youth who is finding the psychosocial impact of epilepsy too difficult to manage on your own? Are you a parent trying to support your youth as they navigate their mental health during COVID-19 times? You are not alone!
Please join Epilepsy Toronto and Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario as we join forces to bring you our latest webinar focused on youth mental health and its relationship with epilepsy.
Join our expert panel, who will share their experience working with youth mental health, and provide strategies to assist youth during this time. Q&A opportunity to follow.

Return To School Webinar
2020-09-09 19:30 - 20:30 | Ontario
Back to school can be a time of questions and concerns for all parents, but especially parents of students with epilepsy. This year, Covid-19 has multiplied those questions and amplified those concerns. With this in mind, Epilepsy Toronto and Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario have put together a panel of experts to speak directly to parents, offering insight into first aid and Covid-19 protocols in schools, and resources for students returning to the classroom and those opting to learn online.
Join us Wednesday, Sept 9, at 7:30 pm for a Facebook Live Event, with panelists: Carrie Charters (Social Worker, LHSC Children’s Hospital), Dr. Elizabeth Kerr (Program Director The Epilepsy Classroom, SickKids), Steve Lynnette (member of the Special Education Advisory Committee and parent), and Dr. Michelle Science (Infectious Diseases Consultant, SickKids). Find out their answers to the questions they are most often asked by parents, and then participate in a live Q&A, moderated by Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario’s Epilepsy Educator, Jayme Chami.
About The Panel
Carrie Charters is a paediatric social worker for the neurology program at Children’s Hospital – LHSC. In her role she works with inpatients and outpatients to provide clinical counselling and emotional support services, connection to community resources and funding opportunities, and helps families to articulate and advocate for their needs. Carrie’s professional background includes work in the child and youth mental health system and in education. When out of the office, you can find her looking for buses and trucks with her toddler and husband, Zoom-ing with friends and family, googling ‘Best Instant Pot Recipes,’ and watching CNN.

Elizabeth Kerr was awarded her Ph.D. from the University of Calgary, following which she completed a CPA/APA accredited internship in Neuropsychology at the Children’s Hospital of Western Ontario. She has been a Clinical Neuropsychologist at SickKids since 1995, holds an associate scientific appointment in the Division of Neurology, SickKids, and an adjunct clinical academic appointment with the Department of Paediatrics, the University of Toronto. As a full-time clinician, Dr. Kerr heads up the Epilepsy Classroom and provides neuropsychological assessment and consultation to the Epilepsy Classroom, the Epilepsy Surgery program, and Metabolic Genetics.

Steve Lynette has represented Epilepsy Toronto on the SEAC (Special Education Advisory Committee) for the Toronto Board of Education for over 10 years, and previously held the positions of the Chair and Vice-Chair of the committee. SEAC makes recommendations to the board with respect to any matter affecting the establishment, development, and delivery of special education programs and services for exceptional pupils, and participates in the annual review of the special education plan, the annual budget process as it relates to special education, and reviews the board financial statements as they relate to special education. Steve is also a business owner and a parent of a child living with epilepsy.

Michelle Science, Ph.D., works in the Division of Infectious Disease in Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children; she has in-depth expertise in COVID and schools.

Seize the Day Windsor
2020-09-12 08:30 - 2020-09-27 23:30 | Ontario
On Your Marks…Get Set…Go: The 4th Annual Seize the Day Windsor Goes Virtual!
Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario (ESWO) kicks off the 4th Annual Seize the Day Windsor 5k Run / 2.5k Walk on Saturday, September 12, 2020.
Even though we have been forced to host the event virtually, the goal is the same….to raise funds to provide support and educational services for people living with epilepsy, their families and their communities throughout Southwestern Ontario.
Whether you are participating to honour someone you sadly lost to a seizure, supporting those affected by epilepsy, or want to help raise awareness, we invite you to join us for this special occasion. If you are a marathon runner, a leisurely jogger or a casual walker…everyone is welcome to participate! We hope you can join us and help make this annual event even bigger this year to show people living with epilepsy that they are not alone!
Visit our Facebook page for regular updates: https://www.facebook.com/epilepsyswo/
How It Works
A virtual run is a race that can be run (walked or in a wheelchair/stroller) from any location you choose. You get to create your own route, participate at your own pace and time it yourself (if you so desire). You have from September 12 – 27, 2020 to complete your 2.5 or 5K.

Register your team (waived registration fee this year)
Order your event t-shirt ($20 – $25 each) no later than August 7, 2020 if desired (no delivery – predetermined pick up locations in London, Windsor area, Seaforth only).
Collect pledges from your friends and family.
Download your “I am walking for” sign. Download here.
Mark your calendar to tune into the Opening Ceremony via Facebook Live or our YouTube live stream on Saturday, September 12, 2020, at 10 a.m.
Have your team complete your walk or run between the specified time period (take lots of pictures and tag us on social media…let’s see your purple!) You can also upload your pictures directly on our Race Roster page by selecting the “View Gallery” tab on the left.
Download a generic participant certificate (download here) or print your own personalized certificate once you submit your results on Race Roster.
Celebrate with us! Join us for the Closing Ceremony via Facebook live or YouTube live stream on Sunday, September 27, 2020, at 4 pm. Total raised and prize winners will be announced

Prizes will be awarded for:

Team Captain with the most participants
Team Captain with the highest team pledges
Top individual pledge earner, London
Top individual pledge earner, Windsor
Best themed team uniform

Walk as a Team

Register as a team! Teams must have a minimum of 4 people and must register in advance
We have created a Team Captain’s Kit for those who are interested in organizing a team for the event.

Sponsorship Opportunities are available. Please contact events@epilepsyswo.ca for more information for you or your business!
Exclusive Presenting Sponsor:

Seize the Day London
2020-09-12 08:30 - 2020-09-27 23:30 | Ontario
On Your Marks…Get Set…Go: The 7th Annual Seize the Day London Goes Virtual!
Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario (ESWO) kicks off the 7th Annual Seize the Day London 5k Run / 2.5k Walk on Saturday, September 12, 2020.
Even though we have been forced to host the event virtually, the goal is the same….to raise funds to provide support and educational services for people living with epilepsy, their families and their communities throughout Southwestern Ontario.
Whether you are participating to honour someone you sadly lost to a seizure, supporting those affected by epilepsy, or want to help raise awareness, we invite you to join us for this special occasion. If you are a marathon runner, a leisurely jogger or a casual walker…everyone is welcome to participate! We hope you can join us and help make this annual event even bigger this year to show people living with epilepsy that they are not alone!
Visit our Facebook page for regular updates: https://www.facebook.com/epilepsyswo/
How It Works
A virtual run is a race that can be run (walked or in a wheelchair/stroller) from any location you choose. You get to create your own route, participate at your own pace and time it yourself (if you so desire). You have from September 12 – 27, 2020 to complete your 2.5 or 5K.

Register your team (waived registration fee this year)
Order your event t-shirt ($20 – $25 each) no later than August 7, 2020 if desired (no delivery – predetermined pick up locations in London, Windsor area, Seaforth only).
Collect pledges from your friends and family.
Download your “I am walking for” sign. Download here.
Mark your calendar to tune into the Opening Ceremony via Facebook Live or our YouTube live stream on Saturday, September 12, 2020, at 10 a.m.
Have your team complete your walk or run between the specified time period (take lots of pictures and tag us on social media…let’s see your purple!) You can also upload your pictures directly on our Race Roster page by selecting the “View Gallery” tab on the left.
Download a generic participant certificate (download here) or print your own personalized certificate once you submit your results on Race Roster.
Celebrate with us! Join us for the Closing Ceremony via Facebook live or YouTube live stream on Sunday, September 27, 2020, at 4 pm. Total raised and prize winners will be announced.

Prizes will be awarded for:

Team Captain with the most participants
Team Captain with the highest team pledges
Top individual pledge earner, London
Top individual pledge earner, Windsor
Best themed team uniform

Walk as a Team

Register as a team! Teams must have a minimum of 4 people and must register in advance
We have created a Team Captain’s Kit for those who are interested in organizing a team for the event.

Sponsorship Opportunities are available. Please contact events@epilepsyswo.ca for more information for you or your business!
Exclusive Presenting Sponsor:

T-Shirt Sponsors:

Event Sponsors:

Tee’in Off for Epilepsy
2020-09-18 - 2020-09-19 | White Squirrel Golf Club, 72538 Bluewater Hwy, Zurich, Ontario, N0M 2T0, Canada
Hosted by: Team Oke
Date: Friday, September 18, 2020, and Saturday, September 19, 2020
Location: White Squirrel Golf Club (72538 Bluewater Hwy, Zurich On)
A Fundraiser for Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario
Cost: $500.00 for a 4 person team registration
All teams must register by email and payment by e-transfer must be received by September 11th
Fee Includes:
– Golf & Cart
– Prizes
– Raffle
– Lunch
– Games
Shuttle service will be available again this year for those who wish to use it. If interested please contact Dusty at (519) 236 – 4030 for pricing and to reserve your ride.
For more information please contact Joanne Oke at Jcoke@okewoodsmith.com
Click here to download a Registration Form

Virtual Gala
2020-11-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Ontario
Our 34th Annual Gala was scheduled to be held in the spring, but with the current pandemic, ESWO took necessary precautions and postponed this fundraising event. We are now hosting our Gala VIRTUALLY to raise funds and epilepsy awareness from the comfort of our own homes!
On Friday, November 6, 2020, from 7:00 – 9:00 pm, you are invited to join us live virtually for our Annual Gala! Take this opportunity to get dressed up, order from our dinner partner, and show your support for individuals and families affected by epilepsy across our community!
The event will be streamed LIVE, ticket holders will receive a hyperlink by email to attend. The evening will be hosted by CTV News London Reporter, Nick Paparella, and will include live entertainment, online silent auction, and recognition of our H.O.P.E. award recipient: The Oke Family. Our goal is to raise $35,000 to help support our Public Education Programs throughout Southwestern Ontario, and we truly need your support!
Where: The comfort of your own home.
When: Friday, November 6, 2020 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm.
Tickets: $25 per household, includes live entertainment and digital swag bags.
CLICK TO PURCHASE TICKETS
Payment: Purchase online, through cheque made payable to ‘Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario’, by calling 519-433-4073 or by e-transfer to accounting@epilepsysupport.ca and emailing bailey@epilepsyswo.ca to let us know who you’re paying for.

Virtual Silent Auction
Auction opens: Friday, October 30 at 12:00 noon
Auction closes: Gala Night! Friday, November 6 at 9:00 pm
This year’s silent auction will be brought to you at home. Bid on a number of exciting items including a Dyson vacuum, a signed Suzuki jersey, restaurant gift cards, family experience days, and beautiful gift baskets. The link to view items will be updated shortly. Silent auction items will need to be picked up at the ESWO head office. Please note that auction items were collected for our spring gala; check the expiry date listed in the notes section.
ENTER SILENT AUCTION
Host Nick Paparella
We are very excited to introduce Nick Paparella as our honourary host for our ESWO Virtual Gala!
Nick is the longest serving News Reporter at CTV News London.
Nick has been married to his high-school sweetheart Evelyn for more than 30 years. They have three very active and happy adult sons. Among his many interests Nick supports a number of charities and community organizations with his time.

Pre-Party with Sarina Haggarty
Join us for our pre-party entertainment as we welcome Singer/Songwriter, Sarina Haggarty for a live performance. Not only is Sarina a talented musician who is currently releasing new music, but she is also a client and ambassador of Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario, Children’s Hospital, London Health Sciences Centre, and Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Live Entertainment
Featuring Joe from Main Street Dueling Pianos. If you have joined us for our Dueling Pianos Fundraiser in the past then you will know, what a great performance this will be!
Joe has played over 200 weddings in the past 5 years alone and travels to Las Vegas several times each year to play the dueling piano bar/casino circuit.
This event is Joe’s 5th performance for ESWO.

Dinner Partner
We have collaborated with Cravings Creative to offer charcuterie boxes for you to take home and enjoy while you tune in live. Add on a box when ordering your ticket, a portion of your dinner will come back to ESWO!
Pickup location: La Casa Restaurant (117 King St. London). Pickup times to be arranged. When ordering please include allergy or food restrictions (e.g. vegetarian).
There are two sizes available for purchase, small (2-4 people) for $35 and large (4-6 people) for $50. Order deadline October 30th at 4:00 pm. A portion of every order will be donated back to ESWO.

To become an event sponsor or to contribute to our silent auction, please contact bailey@epilepsyswo.ca
Check back for regular updates, we can’t wait to see you then!

Pre-Party Sponsor:

Entertainment Sponsor:

Hope Sponsors:

Entertainment Sponsor:

VNS Presentation for Windsor, Chatham, and Sarnia
2020-11-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Ontario
LivaNova has offered to host a free VNS Presentation for Windsor, Chatham, and Sarnia on Monday, November 23 from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm.
For more information or to register for the presentation, please email sarah@epilepsyswo.ca.

Purple Daisy Days
2021-03-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Ontario
The Purple Pansy flower boutique has teamed up with ESWO to raise money for epilepsy education and support services in Chatham-Kent. Purchase a bunch of purple daisies for $11 and the proceeds will be donated back to ESWO.
Pick-up is March 12, 2021! Order yours today by calling 519-354-5555!

International Purple Day Charity Stream
2021-03-25 13:30 - 2021-03-26 23:30 | Ontario
Do you love online games? Are you a gamer looking for a new way to support your community this March? What better way to contribute to Epilepsy Awareness Month and beat the pandemic blues than join together online and play some games?! Tune into twitch.tv/ladyrosalique Thursday, March 25 between 1:30pm to 1:30am and Friday, March 26 between 12:00pm to 12:00am. This event is open to all regions! All donations made during the stream go towards ESWO! For more information, contact sarah@epilepsyswo.ca! Happy Gaming!

Purple Palooza
2021-03-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Ontario
Although we decided to postpone the gala in 2020 to the fall in hopes of being able to host in person, we have decided to resume our regular spring timeframe for our 35th Annual Gala and plan for a VIRTUAL event, raising funds and epilepsy awareness from the comfort of our homes!
New this year, we will host our Spring Gala on March 26, 2021, which is recognized as National Purple Day. Purple Day is dedicated to spreading epilepsy awareness and was established several years ago by nine-year-old Cassidy Megan, who will join us as a guest speaker. Cassidy wanted everyone living with epilepsy to know they were not alone, which makes Purple Day the perfect day to celebrate by hosting our second virtual gala.
On Friday, March 26 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm, you are invited to join us live virtually for our Purple Palooza! Take this opportunity to celebrate March Epilepsy Awareness month, wear your purple, order from one of our dinner partners, and show your support for individuals and families affected by epilepsy across our community! Our goal is to raise $35,000 to help support our Public Education Programs throughout Southwestern Ontario, and we truly need your support!
Where: The comfort of your own home.
When: Friday, March 26, 2021 from 6:30pm – 8:30pm.
Tickets: $25/household, includes live entertainment and digital swag bags.
Payment: Purchase online, through cheque made payable to ‘Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario’, by calling 519-433-4073 or by e-transfer to accounting@epilepsyswo.ca and emailing bailey@epilepsyswo.ca to let us know who you’re paying for.
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS
Virtual Silent Auction
Auction opens: Friday, March 19 at 12:00 noon
Auction closes: Gala Night! Friday, March 26 at 9:00 pm
This year’s silent auction will be brought to you at home. Bid on a number of exciting items including gift baskets, golf packages, family outings, and more.
The link to view items will be updated shortly. Silent auction items will need to be picked up at the ESWO head office.
ENTER SILENT AUCTION HERE

Mystery Booze Auction
If you’ve been to Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario’s Gala in person, then you’re familiar with our wine pull! This year, we’ve added a fun twist to our virtual ‘pull’ as part of our Purple Palooza Gala – included this year is wine AND booze. Pick out your mystery number and select “BUY NOW” to purchase the corresponding bottle. $20 per bottle. 19+ to purchase. You could win anything from the photo to the left! Our team member Bailey will email you following the event to share what wine/alcohol bottle you’ve won.
Thank you to our amazing supporters: Coopers Hawk Winery, Frisky Beaver, Peller Estates, Wellington Brewery, Equals Brewery, Blackly, Lisa Jorgensen, Elaine Swan, Susan Pushelberg, Tom Stadnisky, Meaghan Lee, Karen Lucas, Tabitha Cook, Krista Doyle, Sharron Berry Ross, Katelynn Thibert, Josie Swan-Merrison, Melissa Pushelberg, Greg & Michelle Franklin, Brian Tschirsow, Rheault Distillery, and Lynn Shainline.
ENTER MYSTERY BOOZE AUCTION HERE – SOLD OUT

Macbook Air Raffle
Working from home? Kids online learning? Buy a raffle ticket for a chance to win a new Apple MacBook Air! 13.3″ w/ touch ID (2020) Value $2300. Tickets: $25, available until March 25. Big thank you to Festival City Glass & Tint for sponsoring!
The winner will be announced LIVE during our Purple Palooza event!
Contact bailey@epilepsyswo.ca to purchase your tickets.
Host Nick Paparella
We are very excited to introduce Nick Paparella as our honourary host for our ESWO Virtual Gala!
Nick is the longest serving News Reporter at CTV News London.
Nick has been married to his high-school sweetheart Evelyn for more than 30 years. They have three very active and happy adult sons. Among his many interests, Nick supports several charities and community organizations with his time.
Virtual Magician
Keith Brown
Keith Brown is a world-class VIP entertainer and keynote speaker. He has inspired wonder in over 22 countries & counting. He was chosen Toronto’s BEST Magician and he’s not even from Toronto… Most recently, Keith performed for the President and First Lady of Iceland. When he’s not touring his show or entertaining at private events Keith trains Ivey MBAs & business executives in effective communication and high impact presentation skills.
“Very Entertaining” – Eliza Reid, First Lady of Iceland
“You’re Incredible!” – Dave Grohl, Foo Fighters
“WOW!” – Joe Thornton, San Jose Sharks
https://www.absolutemagic.ca/

Special Guest Speaker
Cassidy Megan, Founder of Purple Day for Epilepsy
Cassidy started Purple Day several years ago when she was just nine years old to raise awareness for people with epilepsy and to let them know that they aren’t alone.
Today, Purple Day is celebrated all around the world in over 100 countries. You can show your support by wearing purple on March 26th every year and taking part in activities in your community.
H.O.P.E. Award Recipient
Every year at our gala we present a H.O.P.E. award (Helping out People with Epilepsy) to a person, group of people or organization who has shown great care and compassion and made a difference in the lives of people living with epilepsy. Techdoz has allowed Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario (ESWO) to remain current and thrive in an ever changing technological world. With the in-kind support of Techdoz, the professionalism of ESWO online events have been enhanced, and client support has been made more accessible. Their staff team works tirelessly to provide prompt knowledge and expertise, addressing any technical difficulties that arise. On behalf of ESWO, thank you, Techdoz for your continuous sponsorship and support.
Music Bingo
Interactive Game
Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go, What’s Love Got To Do With It, Happy from Despicable Me, Call Me Maybe… what do all these songs have in common? They might just be the square you need to win during our live music bingo game! Music Bingo ran by Team Trivia.
Dinner Partners
We have collaborated with two local restaurants for you to bring home your favourite food to enjoy while you tune in! Order and pick up your dinner option with either partner listed below.
Palasad
London, ON
Support ESWO by ordering contactless pickup at either Palasad location. For every pick up order over $25, Palasad will donate $10 to ESWO. Further order details to come.
Cook for a Cause Information
Oven 360
Chatham, Windsor, Emeryville, LaSalle, Leamington & Sarnia, ON
Order a pizza or panini for pickup at any of the Oven 360 locations and ESWO will receive a 20% kickback. Available for PICKUP ONLY.
Kickback does not apply if using a delivery service such as Uber Eats. You MUST include a note in your online order that it is for the ESWO gala or mention the ESWO gala to the cashier at the time of pickup for a kickback to be received.
Please note, since it’s a Friday night, please order early.
Become a Sponsor
To become an event sponsor or to contribute to our silent auction, please contact bailey@epilepsyswo.ca
Check back for regular updates, we can’t wait to see you then!
Our Generous and Valued Contributors
Pre-Party Sponsor:

Entertainment Sponsors:

Oke Woodsmith Building Systems has shared a promotional video for you to watch and learn more about them and what they do.

Gala Participant:

Hope Sponsors:

Purple Sponsors:
BlueStone Properties
Hyde Construction Limited
Elgin Contracting and Restoration Ltd.
Wayne and Harold Smith Construction Ltd.
Technology Supporter:
Techdoz

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Curbside for a Cause
2021-04-28 10:00 - 2021-05-02 20:00 | White Squirrel Golf Club, 72538 Bluewater Highway #21, Zurich, Ontario, N0M 2T0, Canada
White Squirrel Golf Club and Restaurant wanted to spread a little positivity so they are teaming up to help support ESWO.

How it works: Order for curbside pickup from April 28-May 2 and $2 from each meal, beer/wine, or feature dessert will be donated to ESWO!

For pre-orders call or text 519-282-9713.
For menu see: www.whitesquirrelgolfclub.com/take-out/

Online Support Group for Adults (18+)
2021-06-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Ontario
In response to recent feedback from our clients, Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario has decided to develop a new online support group for adults (18+) who are living with epilepsy within the ESWO service area. The group will meet bi-weekly on Tuesdays from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm, beginning June 8th. This is a drop-in group with weekly planned topics to facilitate conversation about issues that are important to people living with epilepsy. Our hope is to provide a space for our community members to meet others with epilepsy and have an opportunity to share their experiences and coping strategies. For more information contact Holly O’Neill at holly@epilepsyswo.ca.

ESWO Chatham-Kent Drive-Thru Ribfest
2021-06-11 - 2021-06-13 | Chatham Memorial Arena, 82 Tweedsmuir Ave W, Chatham, Ontario, N7M 2A4, Canada
Dates and Times:
Friday, June 11, 2021 12pm – 8pm

Saturday, June 12, 2021 11am – 8pm

Sunday, June 13, 2021 11am – 7pm

Location:

Memorial Arena Parking Lot 80 Tweedsmuir Ave W, Chatham

ESWO is excited to host its first-ever Ribfest on June 11-13, 2021 in Chatham. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this event will be drive-thru only, guests will pick up their food from vendors and enjoy in the safety of their own vehicles or home. The event will comply with all health and safety standards and recommendations as set out by the Municipality of Chatham-Kent.
Our goal is to raise $15,000 to help support programming in the Chatham-Kent area. If you’re interested in supporting this event, please connect with sandra@epilepsyswo.ca
The event will be entry by donation.
Ribber Menus:

More information and all event details: https://epilepsyswo.ca/ck-drive-thru-ribfest/

Online Support Group for Teens (Ages 14-17)
2021-06-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Ontario
Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario is excited to announce that we will be facilitating a new online support/social group for teens aged 14-17 living with epilepsy. Open to all clients in the ESWO area, the group will meet bi-weekly on Tuesdays from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm, beginning June 15th. The goal of the group is to build peer relationships and community for teens living with epilepsy. We will have planned weekly discussion topics related to epilepsy, as well as offer an opportunity to learn from each other’s experiences. For more information contact Holly O’Neill at holly@epilepsyswo.ca.

Quarter Auction
2021-06-25 08:00 - 2021-06-30 21:00 | Ontario
THIRD-PARTY EVENT – We’re grateful to be the recipient of funds raised for the upcoming quarter auction.
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/groups/266004508074131/?ref=share
A quarter auction is part auction, part raffle, part fundraiser, and all parts fun! You purchase a paddle for $5, which is to be used with quarters for bidding on items. 16 vendors will auction off items and donate part to ESWO.
You must have a paddle to participate in the auction. There will also be a golden paddle (which allows you to bid on every item for free).
Paddles and 50/50 tickets will go on sale on June 25, 2021. Bidding will take place June 27 – 30 and the live draw will be held on July 2 at 6 pm.
ESWO will receive donations from this third-party event through the purchase of paddles, part of the bids, and the 50/50 sales. Thank you for your support!
Please visit the Facebook page for more information.

Wacky Weekday Camp: Edible Science
2021-07-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
Hey kids! ESWO invites you to take part in our Wacky Weekdays virtual summer camp filled with fun crafts, silly games, and even tasty treats!
The Virtual Wacky Weekday Summer Camp has been created for children living with epilepsy and their siblings between the ages of 4 and 12 from any region of Southwestern Ontario.
Monday, July 12th: Edible Science (Ice Cream in a Bag)
Want to beat the summer heat this summer with a fun edible science project? Ice cream in a bag is the perfect solution! Join us Monday, July 12th at 3 pm on Zoom as we make a delicious treat.
Email kidscamp@epilepsyswo.ca for registration details.

Family Movement and Mindfulness
2021-07-14 15:00 - 15:30, 2021-07-21 15:00 - 15:30 | Ontario
Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario and one of our wonderful parents who is also a Yoga Teacher have developed a wonderful opportunity for your family (or your child alone) to participate in a Mindful Movement Series.
“Mindful movements access our mind-body connection and support and improve our physical, mental and emotional strength. Through breathing exercises, movements, brain breaks and relaxation techniques we increase our internal awareness and are able to better calm and focus our minds and bodies.”
Instructor: Kimberley Webb, BA(Hons.), B.Ed, YTT-200, CYT, PYT

Wednesday’s at 3:00 pm (30 min to 45 min)
July 14 to August 11, 2021
All ages included
Accessible virtually to all through ZOOM

If you are interested in participating in Family Movement and Mindfulness Sessions, please contact kidscamp@epilepsyswo.ca for more information.

Wacky Weekday Camp: Christmas in July
2021-07-16 15:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
Hey kids! ESWO invites you to take part in our Wacky Weekdays virtual summer camp filled with fun crafts, silly games, and even tasty treats!
The Virtual Wacky Weekday Summer Camp has been created for children living with epilepsy and their siblings between the ages of 4 and 12 from any region of Southwestern Ontario.
Friday, July 16th: Christmas in July
Got a case of the Summer Blues? Join us on July 16th at 3 pm for Christmas in July as we play a fun Christmas-themed game! We encourage you to dress up for the occasion!
Email kidscamp@epilepsyswo.ca for registration details.

Wacky Weekday Camp: DIY Lava Lamp
2021-07-19 15:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
Hey kids! ESWO invites you to take part in our Wacky Weekdays virtual summer camp filled with fun crafts, silly games, and even tasty treats!
The Virtual Wacky Weekday Summer Camp has been created for children living with epilepsy and their siblings between the ages of 4 and 12 from any region of Southwestern Ontario.
Monday, July 19th: DIY Lava Lamp
Bubbles, fizz, colours, and more. You can experience all the wonders of science with this do-it-yourself Alka-Seltzer Lava Lamp! Join us Monday, July 19th at 3 pm as we create our own personal Lava Lamps.
Email kidscamp@epilepsyswo.ca for registration details.

Virtual Adult Support Group
2021-07-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Ontario
Making connections and building meaningful relationships can be an important part of living a happy and healthy life. Epilepsy can sometimes pose a barrier for people and make it more challenging to establish meaningful relationships. Our virtual support group meets bi-weekly on Tuesdays from 1:00 – 2:00 pm.
This is a drop-in group with weekly planned topics to facilitate conversation about issues that are important to people living with epilepsy. Our hope is to provide a space for our community members to meet others with epilepsy and have an opportunity to share their experiences and coping strategies. If you are interested in this session or future sessions, email holly@epilepsyswo.ca to register.

Wacky Weekday Camp: Jello Aquarium
2021-07-24 15:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
Hey kids! ESWO invites you to take part in our Wacky Weekdays virtual summer camp filled with fun crafts, silly games, and even tasty treats!
The Virtual Wacky Weekday Summer Camp has been created for children living with epilepsy and their siblings between the ages of 4 and 12 from any region of Southwestern Ontario.
Saturday, July 24th: Jello Aquarium
Do you miss seeing the different types of fish the world has to offer since the temporary closure of Aquariums? Now you can make your own edible version with this family-friendly activity, where your fish are completely edible! Join us Saturday, July 24th at 3 pm to make your own edible aquarium.
Email kidscamp@epilepsyswo.ca for registration details.

Wacky Weekday Camp: Toilet Paper Roll Zoo
2021-07-26 15:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
Hey kids! ESWO invites you to take part in our Wacky Weekdays virtual summer camp filled with fun crafts, silly games, and even tasty treats!
The Virtual Wacky Weekday Summer Camp has been created for children living with epilepsy and their siblings between the ages of 4 and 12 from any region of Southwestern Ontario.
Monday, July 26th: Toilet Paper Roll Zoo
Let’s take a trip to the Savanna, The Arctic, The Jungle, and more from the comfort of our own homes. With this Toilet Paper Roll Zoo craft, we will journey through these different ecosystems by making the animals that live there. Join us Monday, July 26th at 3 pm when we will create these cute creatures!
Email kidscamp@epilepsyswo.ca for registration details.

Virtual Teen Support Group
2021-07-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Ontario
