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!
March 2026
07
Sat
9:00 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 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
06
Fri
1:00 PM
~POP UP~ Family Birthing Center Tour – 2 people
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
We are excited to now offer weekday tours! 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...
Cost Free
Free
06
Fri
10:00 AM
Massage for Parent and Baby (3 Week Series)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Wednesday mornings, March 6, 13, and 20 2026 This program provides an opportunity for (1) parent and baby to deepen their bond and develop relaxation skills that will last a lifetime! A variety of hands-on techniques are taught to aid digestion, improve sleep patterns, help soothe fussiness and enhance baby’s growth and development....
Cost $50.00
$50.00
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 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
02
Mon
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. 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
February 2026
28
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
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 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
25
Wed
6:00 PM
Cancelled – 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 the vital components to prepare you for labor and birth. *Class Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple Class does not include Breastfeeding...
Cost $125.00
$125.00
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 last a lifetime! A variety of hands-on techniques are taught to aid digestion, improve sleep patterns, help soothe fussiness and enhance baby’s growth and development....
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 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
22
Sun
3:30 PM
~POP UP~ 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
22
Sun
1:00 PM
Unless I’m at a Birth – Doula Education
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
The Doula and the Medicated Birth Join Manchester Hospital Preferred Doula's new series, Unless I'm at a Birth, for a variety of CEU and educational programs designed for the new and experienced doula. The first session will be facilitated by Lauren Sembersky, RN, our Perinatal Education Coordinator, a labor and delivery nurse and former doula....