Classes & Support Groups

UVM Health offers support groups and educational classes to help you connect with others with similar interests and needs. Explore resources on parenting, mental health, addiction, dementia, breastfeeding, grief and more.

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Bosom Buddies of Central Vermont

Date: February 22, 2026

Time: 3:30 - 5pm

Location: Montpelier, VT

Support group to explore common topics around breastfeeding.

How to Breastfeed Prenatal Class

Date: February 24, 2026

Time: 4:30 - 6pm

Location: Berlin, VT

An introductory class for expectant parents covering breastfeeding basics — both in-person and online.

Nature's Way Baby Cafe

Date: February 26, 2026

Time: 10am - 12pm

Location: Plattsburgh, NY

A welcoming, child-friendly group offering breastfeeding support and peer connection in a relaxed setting.

VeggieVanGo Mobile Food Pantry

Date: February 27, 2026

Time: 9 - 10:30am

Location: Barre, VT

Central Vermont Medical Center hosts the Vermont Foodbank's VeggieVanGo at the Barre Auditorium on the fourth Friday of every month.

Understanding Breastfeeding

Date: March 10, 2026

Time: 6 - 8pm

Location: Middlebury, VT

An introductory class covering the basics of breastfeeding.

Prenatal Breastfeeding Class

Date: March 12, 2026

Time: 6 - 8pm

Location: Plattsburgh, NY

Lactation classes for pregnant individuals and their partners or support persons to help prepare for a successful breastfeeding journey.

Hello Babe Childbirth Education: Weekend Classes - Plattsburgh

Date: March 14, 2026

Time: 9am - 5pm

Location: Plattsburgh, NY

Classes designed to help you prepare for childbirth and make a successful transition to parenthood.

Shamrock Shuffle 5K

Date: March 14, 2026

Time: 11am - 1pm

Location: Plattsburgh, NY

The Foundation of Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital and Adirondack Coast Events Annual Shamrock Shuffle 5K will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 11 a.m.

VeggieVanGo Mobile Food Pantry

Date: March 18, 2026

Time: 10 - 11am

Location: Bristol, VT

VeggieVanGo is a mobile fresh produce distribution offered by the Vermont Foodbank in partnership with Porter Medical Center.

Easter Egg Hunt

Date: April 4, 2026

Time: All day

Location: Plattsburgh, NY

Join us for our annual Easter egg hunt, known as the fastest two-minute event in Plattsburgh.

Advance Directive Day

Date: April 15, 2026

Time: 8am - 5pm

Location: Berlin, VT

Advance Directive Day, observed annually on April 16, is a nationwide initiative that encourages individuals to take an active role in advance care planning and to share their healthcare wishes.

Doc Lopez Run for Health

Date: April 25, 2026

Time: 9 - 11am

Location: Elizabethtown, NY

Each spring, the Doc Lopez Run for Health brings runners, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts together for a refreshing start to the season, all while supporting population health efforts with Elizabethtown Community Hospital.

Jim Abbott, Dick Coffey & Pat Russell Golf Tournament

Date: June 5, 2026

Time: All day

Location: Peru, NY

The annual golf tournament at Adirondack Golf Course is sponsored by The Hoffman Eells Group in memory of Jim Abbott, Dick Coffey and Pat Russell. Sponsorship includes a team of four players, hole sponsorship sign, lunch along with a post golf awards ceremony.

Grandparent Refresher: Preparing for a New Baby

Date: See event details

Location: Online Event

This free, one-hour virtual session offers new and expectant grandparents and caregivers up-to-date guidance on child safety, including car seats, safe sleep, childproofing and more.