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
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
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
06
Mon
6:00 PM
Full! 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...
Cost $175.00
$175.00
07
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
14
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
14
Tue
6:00 PM
The Bradley Method® Classes for Natural Childbirth
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This 8 week series runs from Tuesdays, October 14 - December 2 The Bradley Method® teaches natural childbirth and views birth as a natural process. The focus and belief is that most women with proper education, preparation, and the help of a loving and supportive coach can be taught to give birth naturally. The Bradley...
Cost $325.00
$325.00
16
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class In Person
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
17
Fri
6:00 PM
Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This class explains the advantages of nursing, breastfeeding techniques and positions, breast milk expression and storage, ways to prevent common problems, handling the first few weeks at home and more. Fathers and support persons are encouraged to attend. Taught by our Certified Lactation Consultants. Breastfeeding book provided with class. *Class Fee is per couple: 1...
Cost $35.00
$35.00
18
Sat
9:30 AM
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This 2 session class runs Saturday, 10/18/25 from 9:30 am - 3:00 pm. Morning session is Postpartum Care and Afternoon Session is Baby Care. There will be a 30 minute lunch break from 12:00 - 12:30 pm. Lunch is available to purchase in the cafeteria or bring lunch with you. For expectant parents who wish...
Cost $50.00
$50.00
21
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...