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!

April 2025

09
Wed
6:00 PM

Postpartum & Baby Care Classes

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL. PLEASE SEE VIRTUAL OPTION THURSDAYS APRIL 17 & 24 This is a two week series: Wednesdays 4/9/25 & 4/16/25 from 6:00 - 8:30 pm 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...

Cost $50.00
$50.00
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08
Tue
10:00 AM

New Mothers’ Group

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

cIf 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. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...

Cost Free
Free
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07
Mon
7:10 PM

Family Birthing Center In-Person Tour (7:10 pm)

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

In-person 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 6 couples (1 ticket = 1 couple). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email...

Cost Free
Free
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07
Mon
6:50 PM

Family Birthing Center In-Person Tour (6:50 pm)

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

In-person 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 6 couples (1 ticket = 1 couple). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email...

Cost Free
Free
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07
Mon
6:30 PM

Family Birthing Center In-Person Tour (6:30 pm) – Full

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

In-person 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 6 couples (1 ticket = 1 couple). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email...

Cost Free
Free
»
07
Mon
6:10 PM

Family Birthing Center In-Person Tour (6:10 pm) – Full

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

In-person 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 6 couples (1 ticket = 1 couple). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email...

Cost Free
Free
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07
Mon
5:50 PM

Family Birthing Center In-Person Tour (5:50 pm) – Full

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

In-person 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 6 couples (1 ticket = 1 couple). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email...

Cost Free
Free
»
07
Mon
5:30 PM

Family Birthing Center In-Person Tour (5:30 pm) – Full

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

In-person 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 6 couples (1 ticket = 1 couple). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email...

Cost Free
Free
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03
Thu
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL. CALL 860-647-4790 OR EMAIL: ecrayton@echn.org TO PLACE YOUR NAME ON THE WAITING LIST AND/OR SEEK OTHER OPTIONS: WEEKEND & WEDNESDAYS STARTING MARCH 28; ALL WEEKEND SERIES STARTING APRIL 25 OR VIRTUAL SERIES STARTING MARCH 20 OR MAY 7. Class runs every Thursday from April 3 - May 8, 2025 This...

Cost $175.00
$175.00
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02
Wed
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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01
Tue
10:00 AM

New Mothers’ Group

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

cIf 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. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...

Cost Free
Free
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March 2025

28
Fri
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – Weekend & Thursdays (Hybrid Series) – Newly Added to the Schedule

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education (In-person) – Just Labor and Birth Friday 3/28/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 3/29/25 from 9:30 - 3:00 pm. Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes includes all the vital components to prepare you for labor and birth. 2. Breastfeeding...

Cost $175.00
$175.00
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