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!
September 2025
22
Mon
1:30 PM
Mastering Your Balance: A Fall Prevention Program
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Rooms A, B & C
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
September is fall prevention month. Falls and balance problems are a significant concern, especially for aging adults, and are the second leading cause of unintentional deaths. Falls are often preventable through simple lifestyle adjustments and home modifications. Join Mary Pesce, PTA, LSVT, CPT, CET as she shares information on changes as we age. She will...
Cost Free
Free
23
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
23
Tue
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Virtual Series
Virtual Via Zoom
Class runs every Tuesday virtually via Zoom from September 23 - October 28 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 $175.00
$175.00
24
Wed
10:00 AM
Infant Massage for Mom and Baby (3 Week Series)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Wednesdays morning from September 24 - October 8, 2025 This program provides an opportunity for mom and baby to deepen their bond and develop relaxation skills that will last a lifetime! A variety of hands-on techniques are taught to aid digestion, improve sleep patterns, help soothe fussiness and enhance baby’s growth and development....
Cost $50.00
$50.00
25
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – Couple (Virtual)
Virtual Event
Originally scheduled for 9/18. 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...
Cost $30.00
$30.00
25
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – 1 person (Virtual) (Originally scheduled for 9/18)
Virtual Event
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
$20.00
25
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – 1 person (Virtual)
Virtual Event
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 class...
Cost $20.00
$20.00
30
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
October 2025
03
Fri
6:00 PM
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Friday 10/3/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 10/4/25 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
03
Fri
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The All Weekend Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 10/3/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 10/4/25 from 9:30 - 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. 2. Breastfeeding for...
Cost $175.00
$175.00
05
Sun
11:00 AM
“Celebrating Your Journey”, ECHN’s 21st Annual Cancer Survivors Day Event!
Hartford/Windsor Marriott
28 Day Hill Rd, Windsor , CT
John A. DeQuattro Cancer Center Presents "Celebrating Your Journey", ECHN's 21st Annual ECHN Cancer Survivors Day Event! Cancer survivors, and their families, friends, and caregivers who have supported them through their journey are invited to join ECHN for a complimentary brunch and share a time of inspiration and hope. Our Keynote Speaker this year is...
Cost Free
Free
06
Mon
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Monday from October 6 - November 17, 2025 (no session on 10/13) 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...