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!
October 2025
16
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – Couple (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...
Cost $30.00
$30.00
16
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – 1 Person (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...
Cost $20.00
$20.00
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....
Cost $35.00
$35.00
18
Sat
6:00 PM
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...
Cost $50.00
$50.00
22
Wed
6:00 PM
Newborn Massage For the Pregnant Couple (Virtual)
Virtual Event
Learn about the many benefits of newborn massage as well as infant cues, newborn behavioral states, reflexes and massage techniques you can use with your baby as soon as they...
Cost $35.00
$35.00
23
Thu
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Thursday from October 23 - December 4, 2025 (no session on 11/27) This Class covers all the essentials for preparing for the labor and birth of your...
Cost $175.00
$175.00
25
Sat
10:00 AM
Just for You! Sibling Class & Tour
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
A one hour program for children ages 2 - 10 whose parents are expecting another baby. This class helps older children understand their roles as big brothers and big sisters...
Cost $15.00
$15.00
29
Wed
6:00 PM
Early Pregnancy Class
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This class is specially designed for couples who recently found out they are pregnant (up to 25 weeks) or are hoping to become pregnant in the near future. This class,...
Cost Free
Free
November 2025
04
Tue
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Tuesday from November 4 - December 9, 2025 This Class covers all the essentials for preparing for the labor and birth of your baby in six weeks....
Cost $175.00
$175.00
05
Wed
7:00 PM
Childbirth Refresher – Advanced Comfort Skills for Labor
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This is an interactive class specifically designed for couples who have had a baby before or have taken the Understanding Birth eClass. Perfect for VBAC couples too! The class gives...
Cost $35.00
$35.00
07
Fri
6:00 PM
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Friday 11/7/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 11/8/25 from 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes...
Cost $125.00
$125.00
07
Fri
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – Weekend & Wednesdays
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 11/7/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 11/8/25 from 9:30 - 3:00 pm. Designed for...