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!

November 2025

25
Tue
10:00 AM

New Mothers’ Group

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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
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December 2025

02
Tue
10:00 AM

New Mothers’ Group

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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
»
03
Wed
6:00 PM

~ Sold Out ~ Postpartum & Baby Care Classes

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This class is sold out! Please see our virtual childbirth series starting on December 1 or Postpartum and Baby Care on January 21st and 28th. This is a two week series: Wednesdays 12/3/25 & 12/10/25 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
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05
Fri
6:00 PM

~Sold Out ~ Prepared Childbirth Education – The All Weekend Series

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This class is sold out! Please see our virtual childbirth series starting on December 1 or Just Labor and Birth January 9th, 10th, 14, 21, and 28th. Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 12/5/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 12/6/25 from 9:30 - 3:00 pm....

Cost $175.00
$175.00
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05
Fri
6:00 PM

~ Sold Out ~ Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This class is sold out! Please see our virtual childbirth series starting on December 1 or Just Labor and Birth January 9th and 10th Class meets Friday 12/5/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 12/6/25 from 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes includes...

Cost $125.00
$125.00
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08
Mon
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Class runs every Monday from December 8, 2025 - January 19, 2026 (no session on 12/29) 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,...

Cost $175.00
$175.00
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09
Tue
10:00 AM

New Mothers’ Group

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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
»
11
Thu
5:00 PM

Family Birthing Center Tour – 2 people

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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. Each 30 minute tour is limited to just 7 couples (1 ticket = 2 people). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email. Plan...

Cost Free
Free
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12
Fri
6:00 PM

Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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
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13
Sat
6:00 PM

Postpartum & Baby Care Classes

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This class is sold out! Please see our virtual childbirth series starting on December 1 or Postpartum and Baby Care on January 21st and 28th. This 2 session class runs Saturday, 12/13/25 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
»
16
Tue
10:00 AM

New Mothers’ Group

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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
Fri
6:00 PM

Just for You! Sibling Class & Tour

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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 welcome/encouraged to attend with their little ones free of charge. **Fee for families with...

Cost $15.00
$15.00
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