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    • July 31, 2026
    • 7:30 PM
    • Eagan, MN
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    Gifted Adult Community Group


    Moonlit Minds: From Golden Hour to Full Moon

    Friday, July 31, 2026

    7:30pm CDT

    Eagan, MN


    Join fellow gifted adults for an evening of connection, conversation, and nature as we experience the transition from sunset to moonlight together. This will be a relaxed, conversational walk with plenty of opportunities to connect with other gifted adults. New members are warmly welcome. 


    We'll gather before sunset for a relaxed walk around the lake during golden hour, enjoying the beauty of the changing sky and getting to know one another along the trail. After completing the first loop, participants can choose to head home or continue for a second relaxed loop as twilight deepens and the nearly full moon rises above the lake.


    Whether you're seeking meaningful conversation, time in nature, intellectual companionship, or simply a peaceful summer evening outdoors, this event offers space for all.


    Two Ways to Participate:
    Sunset Loop (approximately 45–60 minutes)

    • Enjoy a leisurely walk around the lake during golden hour and sunset.

    Full Moon Loop (optional second loop, approximately 45–60 minutes)

    • Stay for a second circuit of the lake as dusk settles and moonlight begins to illuminate the trail.

    Walk one loop or both—whatever feels right for you.


    Free and open to all. Registration Required.

     

    Date: Friday, July 31, 2026
    Time: Gather at 7:30pm; first loop begins at 7:40pm CDT

    Location: Eagan, MN (meeting location provided upon registration)

    Cost: Free and Open to All. Registration is required.

    What to Bring:

    • Comfortable walking shoes
    • Water
    • Bug spray
    • Optional flashlight or headlamp for the second loop

    Questions? Email info@mcgt.net


    The Minnesota Council for the Gifted and Talented (MCGT) is a state-wide 501(c)(3) non-profit support and advocacy organization of parents, educators, and other professionals who live or work with gifted children and are interested in their education and well-being.


    • August 01, 2026
    • 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • Oak Hill Park, 3201 Rhode Island Ave S, St Louis Park, MN 55426
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    MCGT Annual Family Picnic


    Saturday, August 1, 2026 
    10:30am - 1:30pm
    Lunch will be served at 11:30am
    FREE and Open to All - RSVPs Requested



    WHEN: Saturday, August 1, 2026. 10:30am - 1:30pm.


    WHERE: Oak Hill Park, Main Shelter, 3201 Rhode Island Ave S, St Louis Park, MN 55426 

    COST: FREE - RSVPs are requested so that we can plan for food.

    Join MCGT for our annual summer picnic at Oak Hill Park, St Louis Park. MCGT Members and Non-Members are welcome to join us, this event is open to all. Please share this event with other families that are interested in learning more about MCGT. There will be an opportunity to join MCGT at the picnic. 


    The annual picnic is a great way to make new friends among the Minnesota community of families of gifted children. MCGT will provide family activities. Amazing Scott the Balloon Artist will be there from 11:00am - 1:00pm, sponsored by MCGT's CHOICES Chapter!


    MCGT will provide hamburgers, hotdogs, and veggie options. Lunch will be served at 11:30am. 


    Please feel free to bring:

    • A side dish/dessert to share 
    • Beverages for your family (MCGT will have water and lemonade).
    Additional suggestions, but not required:
    • Suntan Lotion
    • Bug Spray
    • Lawn chairs and/or blankets - there is a lot of grassy area around the shelter
    • A favorite game to play with new friends

    Adult Volunteers

    We are looking for adult volunteers for a variety of short 1/2 hour time slots at the picnic, if you are able to help, please fill out the picnic volunteer signup.


    Photo Release

    By attending the MCGT Annual Family Picnic, attendees agree to allow their names, likenesses and images either in audio, photographic or video format, recorded onsite during the picnic to be used by MCGT for educational, promotional, and archival purposes.


    Financial assistance is available from the Betty Johnson Scholarship Fund: Families with gifted & talented children should not be restricted in their participation in MCGT activities because of limited funds. Therefore, the MCGT Board will accept requests for financial assistance which would enable families to attend events sponsored by MCGT, such as the annual conference or speaker events. MCGT also accepts requests for financial assistance for MCGT membership fees. 

    Submit a request from the Betty Johnson Scholarship Fund


    Questions? Email info@mcgt.net


    The Minnesota Council for the Gifted and Talented (MCGT) is a state-wide 501(c)(3) non-profit support and advocacy organization of parents, educators, and other professionals who live or work with gifted children and are interested in their education and well-being.


    • August 17, 2026
    • 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    • Inbound BrewCo, 701 N 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55401
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    Gifted Adult Community Group


    Chess & Cheers:
    Where Good Games Meet Good Company

    Monday, August 17, 2026

    7:30pm - 9:30pm CDT

    Minneapolis, MN


    Join the MCGT Gifted Adult Community for an evening of chess, conversation, and - if you'd like - a drink at a local brewery. Whether you're an experienced player, just learning the game, or simply looking to connect with other gifted adults in a relaxed setting, you'll fit right in.


    Never played before? No problem! Beginners are welcome, and we're happy to teach you the basics. Enjoy casual games, engaging conversation, and a welcoming atmosphere. If you have a chess set, feel free to bring it along, though we'll have boards available.


    Date: Monday, August 17, 2026
    Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm CDT
    Location: Inbound BrewCo, 701 N 5th St, Minneapolis, MN 55401        

    Cost: Free to attend. Food and drinks are available for purchase at your own expense. Registration Required.

      Questions? Email info@mcgt.net


      The Minnesota Council for the Gifted and Talented (MCGT) is a state-wide 501(c)(3) non-profit support and advocacy organization of parents, educators, and other professionals who live or work with gifted children and are interested in their education and well-being.

      • September 15, 2026
      • October 20, 2026
      • 6 sessions
      • Via Zoom
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      Gifted Roads ~
      Support & Resources for Gifted and Multi-Exceptional People



      Navigating Your Relationship with your Adult Gifted/2e Child


      6 Sessions
      Tuesdays, September 15 - October 20, 2026
      7:00 - 8:15pm CDT 

      Via Zoom


      Being the parent or caregiver of gifted and twice-exceptional children doesn’t suddenly become simple when they become adults. How do you stay connected, communicate well, respect independence, and support a gifted or 2e adult child on the bumpy road of adulthood without overstepping? Join us for shared stories, collective wisdom, and compassionate conversation. 

       

      Gifted kids are often bewildering– this doesn’t change when they grow up. In this informal, six-session online conversation series, parents and caregivers gather with others who are also exploring territory parenting books don’t cover. All sessions are guided by experienced facilitators, but the heart of the group is the parents and caregivers themselves. You’ll have space to ask questions, share experiences, and listen to each other. After each session, participants receive a summary of key insights along with access to a shared folder of practical resources that grows throughout the series.

       

      The Details:

      Date:  Tuesdays, September 15 thru October 20, 2026

      Time:  7:00 to 8:15 pm Central Daylight Time (UTC -5)

      Discussion Guides:  Carol Malueg and Joan Larson

      Cost:  $150 per household (includes parenting and caregiving partners)

      Contact support@giftedroads.com for scholarship availability or if you’d like to provide a scholarship for another attendee.
      Location:  Virtual—a Zoom link will be sent to all participants before the first meeting. We encourage you to find a quiet, child-free spot for the discussions as having children present will inhibit some parenting conversations.

      Let us know if you have any questions!  We’ll be happy to hear from you.  You’re welcome here.

      ~Gifted RoadsEmail carol@malueg.com


      What do past participants say about this group?


      “So great to not feel alone!” ~Jill Simons

      “This was fabulous; informative, open-minded, supportive and fun. The resources and suggested reading presented alone are worth gold.” ~Nichole S.

      “The leads and participants in the class were so welcoming and open. I truly appreciate what everyone brought to the conversations.” ~S.B.


      Carol Malueg, M.A., GCT, 2e, is a learning coach and consultant, specializing in gifted and twice-exceptional education and support. Carol serves on the Board of Directors for the Minnesota Council for the Gifted and Talented (MCGT) and the Gifted Homeschoolers Forum (GHF). She was honored with the MCGT Friend of the Gifted Award in 2020. Carol has trained hundreds of Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG) Model Parent Group Facilitators worldwide and was awarded the SENG Presidential Award for Distinguished Service in 2021. She has worked on three Javits Grant research projects focused on improving identification of and services for gifted at-risk students. Her company, Gifted Roads, addresses the gifted and multi-exceptional experience across the lifespan.https://giftedroads.com


      Joan Larson is a gifted education specialist with Minnetonka Public Schools in Minnesota. She was an elementary classroom teacher for ten years, and has been a gifted education specialist for thirty years. Joan earned her Master’s Degree in Gifted, Creative, and Talented education from the University of St. Thomas. She has worked full-time work with gifted and talented students and their families in a variety of capacities, including program and curriculum development, coaching fellow teachers, and helping families navigate school with their gifted children. She has trained hundreds of SENG Model Parent Group Facilitators and led SMPGs with participants from all over the world.

      • September 19, 2026
      • 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
      • New Ulm, MN
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      Gifted Adult Community Group


      Day Trip to New Ulm, Minnesota!

      Saturday, September 19, 2026

      11:00am - 3:00pm CDT**


      Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
      Time: 11:00am - 3:00pm CDT
            **Carpool options available at 9:30am and return at 4:30pm.

      Location: New Ulm, which is nestled in the scenic Minnesota River Valley in South Central Minnesota.

      Why: Exploring Community Connection and some Minnesota History.

      Plan for the Day: **Participants can drive to New Ulm independently or connect with a carpool from the Cities - location to be determined!

      NEW ULM Stops:

      1. Turner Halle/Rathskeller for lunch with a German flair, and history of the Turners. Free parking and restrooms on site - purchase your own food/beverages (check out the menu). 
        Address: New Ulm Turner Hall, 102 S State St, New Ulm, MN 56073
      2. Hermann the German/German Park walk and explore outside. Free parking and restrooms on site. 
        Address: The Hermann Monument Society, 10 Monument St, New Ulm, MN 56073
      3. Schell’s Brewery walk and explore the grounds with QR self-guided tour outside. Sidewalks/paths, inclines, and stairs. Indoor and patio seating. Free parking and restrooms on site- purchase your own food/beverages (check out the menu). 
        Address: August Schell Brewing Co, 1860 Schell's Rd, New Ulm, MN 56073

      Cost: Free and Open to All. Registration is required. Participants will be responsible for the cost of their own food, drink, and activities at event venues. 

      **Please register by Monday, 9/14/26 if you plan to attend, and if you plan to carpool!

        Questions? Email info@mcgt.net


        The Minnesota Council for the Gifted and Talented (MCGT) is a state-wide 501(c)(3) non-profit support and advocacy organization of parents, educators, and other professionals who live or work with gifted children and are interested in their education and well-being.

        • October 21, 2026
        • April 21, 2027
        • 4 sessions
        • via Zoom
        Registration is closed


        A Virtual Professional Learning Series


        Social and Emotional Needs of Gifted and Talented Learners

        Registration is required. Registration opens August 30, 2026.


        4 Sessions, Wednesdays, 12:00-2:00pm CT

        • October 21, 2026
        • December 16, 2026
        • February 17, 2027
        • April 21, 2027

        Supporting the social and emotional needs of gifted and talented learners is essential to helping them thrive in school and beyond. This four‑part professional learning series sponsored by MDE and the Minnesota Council for Gifted and Talented provides educators, school leaders, psychologists, and counselors with practical strategies and research-based insights on key topics affecting gifted students today: anxiety, productive struggle, co‑regulation, and the intersectional identities of twice‑exceptional learners.


        Each session features a nationally recognized expert—Teresa Boatman, Mark Long, Claire Hughes, and Matthew Fugate—who will guide participants in understanding these challenges and applying effective approaches in classrooms, counseling settings, and schoolwide practices.


        All sessions will be recorded and available following the presentation. CEUs will be provided. The fee for the series is $100.


        Who Should Attend:
        Educators, counselors, administrators, gifted education specialists & coordinators, and psychologists.

        Cost: $100 for the 4-session series
        $10 invoicing fee applies to all invoices, invoice 30 days after first workshop

        Additional Details:

        • Virtual format - Zoom link will be emailed prior to each session
        • Earn 8 CEUs from the Minnesota Department of Education
        • All sessions will be recorded and available following the event


        This series is proudly presented in collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota Council for Gifted and Talented.


        Contact - Registration Questions: Jennifer Farner, MCGT, info@mcgt.net

        Contact - Program Questions: Wendy Behrens, 651.582.8786, wendy.behrens@state.mn.us 

        Request for special accommodations must be submitted in writing and received a minimum of 14 business days prior to each session. Please note, we are unable to provide copies of the presentation prior to the presentation.


        If you are paying by check or purchase order, please make your check payable to MCGT (Minnesota Council for the Gifted & Talented) and mail to:

        Minnesota Council for the Gifted & Talented

        PO Box 143

        Hopkins, MN 55343



        The Minnesota Council for the Gifted and Talented (MCGT) is a state-wide 501(c)(3) non-profit support and advocacy organization of parents, educators, and other professionals who live or work with gifted children and are interested in their education and well-being.



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