Events

Welcome to ECHN’s Events Page!

Throughout the year, ECHN offers 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!

November 2025

25
Tue
10:00 AM

New Mothers’ Group

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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
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December 2025

01
Mon
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Virtual Series

Virtual Via Zoom
Details

Class runs every Monday virtually via Zoom from December 1, 2025 - January 5, 2026 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...

Cost $175.00
$175.00
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02
Tue
10:00 AM

New Mothers’ Group

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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
»
03
Wed
6:00 PM

~ Sold Out ~ Postpartum & Baby Care Classes

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This class is sold out! Please see our virtual childbirth series starting on December 1 or Postpartum and Baby Care on January 21st and 28th. This is a two week series: Wednesdays 12/3/25 & 12/10/25 from 6:00 - 8:30 pm For expectant parents who wish that babies came with an owner’s manual, this class covers...

Cost $50.00
$50.00
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04
Thu
6:00 PM

How Stress Affects Your Health: Learn Mindfulness, Biofeedback & More

Virtual Via Zoom
Details

Managing stress effectively involves utilizing various stress regulation techniques, including relaxation exercises, mindfulness, physical activity, healthy lifestyle choices, and strategic time management. Join naturopath Craig Fasullo, ND, for a discussion on how the nervous system functions. He will discuss the relationship between high stress and chronic health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, and...

Cost Free
Free
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05
Fri
6:00 PM

~Sold Out ~ Prepared Childbirth Education – The All Weekend Series

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This class is sold out! Please see our virtual childbirth series starting on December 1 or Just Labor and Birth January 9th, 10th, 14, 21, and 28th. Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 12/5/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 12/6/25 from 9:30 - 3:00 pm....

Cost $175.00
$175.00
»
05
Fri
6:00 PM

~ Sold Out ~ Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This class is sold out! Please see our virtual childbirth series starting on December 1 or Just Labor and Birth January 9th and 10th Class meets Friday 12/5/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 12/6/25 from 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes includes...

Cost $125.00
$125.00
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06
Sat
8:45 AM

Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

This class held Saturday December 6 from 8:45 am - 9:45 am. We are excited to launch a new prenatal exercise class designed for expectant mothers. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator. Classes will include a warm up, pregnancy specific exercises, low impact cardio workout, circuit and strength training,...

Cost $20.00
$20.00
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06
Sat
10:15 AM

Fit After Delivery Postpartum Fitness (Drop In)

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

A postpartum exercise class designed for moms and babies.  Classes include cardio and strength exercises with an emphasis on regaining core strength.  Individual attention is offered to help participants achieve their goals based on their own birth recovery experience.  Babies from 6 weeks to 6 months are welcome and included in class as appropriate.  Enjoy...

Cost $20.00
$20.00
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08
Mon
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Class runs every Monday from December 8, 2025 - January 19, 2026 (no session on 12/29) 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,...

Cost $175.00
$175.00
»
09
Tue
10:00 AM

New Mothers’ Group

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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
»
09
Tue
12:00 PM

Lunch and Learn: Acupuncture

John A. DeQuattro Cancer Center, Conference Room A
100 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Join us at our Lunch and Learn for Cancer Survivors and their caregivers. This Lunch and Learn topic will be presented by Dr. Diana Zitserman. Acupuncture stimulates the body’s natural healing process through non-medical means by way of inserting thin, sterile, disposable needles into specific areas of the body. This ancient practice from traditional Chinese...

Cost Free
Free
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