Events
Welcome to our Events Page!
Throughout the year, we offer 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!
May 2026
06
Wed
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Wednesday from May 6, 2026 to June 10, 2026 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, newborn...
Cost $175.00
$175.00
09
Sat
11:30 AM
New Parents’ 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 PARENTS, please join us for an informal support group on Saturday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Time: 11:00 am -12:00 pm The group is facilitated by an FBC staff...
Cost Free
Free
11
Mon
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Monday from May 11, 2026 - June 22, 2026 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, newborn...
Cost $175.00
$175.00
12
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
15
Fri
6:00 PM
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean & 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 Childbirth Birth Classes. Perfect for VBAC couples too! The class gives couples a hands-on opportunity to get more in-depth information on comfort & coping skills for labor. In this class, participants will practice labor coping skills...
Cost $50.00
$50.00
16
Sat
9:00 AM
Bump, Baby & Me Fitness
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Rooms B & C
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Join us for a gentle exercise class designed for pregnant and newly postpartum parents. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator and Birth Doula. Classes will include a warmup, low impact cardio workout, circuit and strength training, stretching and relaxation techniques. Individual attention is offered to help participants achieve their...
Cost $20.00 – $100.00
$20.00 – $100.00
19
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
19
Tue
12:00 PM
Diabetic Community Resources (Sweet Talk Support Group)
Miller Building, Manchester Memorial Hospital
75 Haynes Road, Manchester , CT
“Sweet Talk” is a support group for people with diabetes and prediabetes. The group meets regularly on the third Tuesday of the month from 12-1 PM at Manchester Memorial Hospital located at 71 Haynes Street, Manchester CT. Please join us and network with other people with diabetes. Feel free to bring a friend or caretaker....
Cost Free
Free
21
Thu
6:00 PM
Lactancia para Parejas Embarazadas en Español
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Lactancia para la Pareja Embarazada Esta clase explica los benecificios de ammantar, las técnicas y posiciones, como expressar la leche materna y almacanamiento, maneras de prevenir problemas comunes, giando las primeras semanas en casa y mucho mas. Pardes y personas de apoyo son alentadas a attender. Enseñado por nuestras consultoras de lactancia. Se incluye un libro...
Cost $40.00
$40.00
23
Sat
9:00 AM
Family Birthing Center Tour – 2 people
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Family Birthing Center Tours are available by registration only. Tours are limited to expectant parents (Pregnant parent plus one additional partner only). Absolutely no children or walk ins allowed. (1 ticket = 2 people). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email. Plan to arrive 10 - 15 minutes prior to your tour...
Cost Free
Free
23
Sat
4:30 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 and gets them familiar with The Family Birthing Center. Parents are encouraged to attend with their little ones. An age appropriate Family Birthing Center Tour...
Cost $15.00 – $35.00
$15.00 – $35.00
26
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...