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!
February 2026
19
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – Couple (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...
Cost $30.00
$30.00
19
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – 1 Person (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...
Cost $20.00
$20.00
20
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
21
Sat
8:45 AM
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This class held Saturday February 21 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....
Cost $20.00
$20.00
21
Sat
8:45 AM
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Fitness Series (Medical Clearance Required)
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This class will run 4 Saturdays: February 21, 28, and March 7, 14 from 8:45 - 9:45am We are excited to launch a new prenatal exercise class designed for expectant...
Cost $65.00
$65.00
21
Sat
6:00 PM
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
For expectant parents who wish that babies came with an owner’s manual, this class covers diapering, bathing, crying, safety and many other details of newborn care plus postpartum self-care and...
Cost $50.00
$50.00
24
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...
Cost Free
Free
25
Wed
10:00 AM
Massage for Parent and Baby (3 Week Series)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Wednesday mornings, February 25 - March 11, 2026 This program provides an opportunity for (1) parent and baby to deepen their bond and develop relaxation skills that will...
Cost $50.00
$50.00
25
Wed
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets three weeks, Wednesday February 25th, March 4th, and 11th from 6:00 - 8:30 pm. Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This three-session series of classes includes all...
Cost $125.00
$125.00
26
Thu
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Thursday from February 26, 2026 - April 2, 2026 This Class covers all the essentials for preparing for the labor and birth of your baby in six...
Cost Free
Free
March 2026
03
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...
Cost Free
Free
07
Sat
3:00 PM
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...