Events
Welcome to our Events Page!
Throughout the year, we offer a wide variety of educational programs designed to educate and support all individuals within our community. Please explore our diverse offerings including childbirth and parent education courses, diabetes education, nutrition and wellness classes, free seasonal health education programs, and more.
Join us as we aim to create a healthier, more informed community. Together, we are making healthy happen!
May 2026
28
Thu
12:00 PM
Food Is Medicine Series – Session 1: Vitamins and Minerals
Virtual Via Zoom
Join Sarah Khan, MS, RD in the Food is Medicine series to learn how everyday foods can support your health from the inside out. Each week focuses on a different nutrient group and how it fuels your body, supports disease prevention, and fits into a balanced lifestyle. Session Dates and Topics: Please register for each...
Cost Free
Free
28
Thu
12:00 PM
Food Is Medicine Series – Session 2: Carbohydrates
Virtual Via Zoom
Join Sarah Khan, MS, RD in the Food is Medicine series to learn how everyday foods can support your health from the inside out. Each week focuses on a different nutrient group and how it fuels your body, supports disease prevention, and fits into a balanced lifestyle. Session Dates and Topics: Please register for each...
Cost Free
Free
28
Thu
12:00 PM
Food Is Medicine Series – Session 3: Proteins
Virtual Via Zoom
Join Sarah Khan, MS, RD in the Food is Medicine series to learn how everyday foods can support your health from the inside out. Each week focuses on a different nutrient group and how it fuels your body, supports disease prevention, and fits into a balanced lifestyle. Session Dates and Topics: Please register for each...
Cost Free
Free
28
Thu
12:00 PM
Food Is Medicine Series – Session 4: Fats
Virtual Via Zoom
Join Sarah Khan, MS, RD in the Food is Medicine series to learn how everyday foods can support your health from the inside out. Each week focuses on a different nutrient group and how it fuels your body, supports disease prevention, and fits into a balanced lifestyle. Session Dates and Topics: Please register for each...
Cost Free
Free
28
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class (Virtual)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This class gives expectant grandparents the opportunity to learn how to best support the new family. Talk with other grandparents about your expectations, joys and concerns. Learn what has changed and why in regards to birthing practices, baby care, infant feeding and safety. Refresh your baby care skills with some hands on learning too! The...
Cost $20.00 – $30.00
$20.00 – $30.00
29
Fri
6:00 PM
Weekend Prepared Childbirth Education
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Class meets Friday 5/29/26 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 5/30/26 from 9:30 am - 3:00 pm. Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes includes all the vital components to prepare you for labor and birth....
Cost $175.00
$175.00
29
Fri
6:00 PM
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Friday 5/29/26 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 5/30/26 from 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes includes all the vital components to prepare you for labor and birth. *Class Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple Class does not...
Cost $125.00
$125.00
30
Sat
8:00 AM
At Your Own Pace Childbirth Education
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This class option includes pre-recorded versions of our childbirth classes. Resources will be sent via email within a week of purchase. Contact Lauren in Perinatal Services at lsembersky@echn.org with any questions.
Cost $30.00 – $75.00
$30.00 – $75.00
30
Sat
9:00 AM
Bump, Baby & Me Fitness
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Rooms B & C
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Join us for a gentle exercise class designed for pregnant and newly postpartum parents. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator and Birth Doula. Classes will include a warmup, low impact cardio workout, circuit and strength training, stretching and relaxation techniques. Individual attention is offered to help participants achieve their...
Cost $20.00 – $100.00
$20.00 – $100.00
June 2026
02
Tue
10:00 AM
New Mothers’ Group
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
If you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms, please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Time: 10 - 11 am The group is usually facilitated by an FBC...
Cost Free
Free
08
Mon
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Virtual Series
Virtual Event
Class runs every Monday virtually via Teams from June 8 to July 16 This Class covers all the essentials for preparing for the labor and birth of your baby in six weeks. Topics include: stages of labor, relaxation and breathing techniques, comfort measures, positioning for labor, partner's role, analgesia, anesthesia, cesarean birth, postpartum adjustment, breastfeeding,...
Cost $200.00
$200.00
09
Tue
10:00 AM
New Mothers’ Group
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
If you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms, please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Time: 10 - 11 am The group is usually facilitated by an FBC...