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!
August 2025
08
Fri
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
08
Fri
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
20
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
22
Fri
6:00 PM
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Friday 8/22/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 8/23/25 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
22
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 8/22/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 8/23/25 from 9:30 - 3:00 pm. Designed for...
Cost $175.00
$175.00
27
Wed
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
September 2025
02
Tue
6:00 PM
Early Pregnancy Class
Virtual Event
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
03
Wed
6:00 PM
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This is a two week series: Wednesdays 9/3/25 & 9/10/25 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
04
Thu
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Thursday from September 4 - October 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
12
Fri
6:00 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...
Cost $15.00
$15.00
13
Sat
11:30 AM
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Fitness Series (Medical Clearance Required)
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This class will run 4 Saturdays: September 13, September 27, October 11 & October 25 from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm. We are excited to launch a new prenatal exercise...
Cost $80.00
$80.00
16
Tue
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Tuesday from September 16 - October 21, 2025 This Class covers all the essentials for preparing for the labor and birth of your baby in six weeks....