Thrive! hosts a variety of events throughout the year, with a focus on fun, socialization and health education.
Check this page for upcoming events, or visit our classes & events calendar for a full list of Thrive! events.
Mommy & Me Walking Group
Tuesdays, April 7 - June 9, 2026 | 9:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Veteran’s Field, Behind the Ridgewood Public Library, 125 N. Maple Ave., Ridgewood
Bring your little ones and get moving with moms in your community.
This event is free, but registration is required.
Toddler Time
Friday, April 17, 2026 | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Stew Leonard’s, 700 Paramus Park, Paramus
Join our fun, seasonal-inspired Toddler Time! Let’s celebrate the spring season with sensory play, crafts, and snacks!
This event is free, but registration is required.
Nurturing Your Maternal Well-Being
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Virtual
Presenter: Linda Arce, MD Obstetrics and Gynecology
The physical, emotional, and mental aspects of pregnancy and beyond can be challenging! Let us support you and your growing family from the start! Learn how to take care of yourself while taking care of your baby, too.
Menopause & Hormone Replacement Therapy: Facts, Myths, and Choices
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
The Ridgewood YMCA 112 Oak Street, Ridgewood
Presenter: David Garfinkel, MD Obstetrics and Gynecology
Menopause is a natural life stage that every woman will experience. Let’s explore what’s happening in the body, symptoms you may experience, treatments like hormone replacement therapy that can help, and how you can make informed choices for your body and health.
Find Your Village: Socializing With a Newborn
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Virtual
Presenter: Erin Smith, LCSW, PMH-C A Work of Heart Counseling
The newborn stage can be both joyful and overwhelming. Let’s explore the importance of social connection during this time and learn ways our community can help support you!
Women's Self-Defense
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
The Valley Center for Health and Wellness 1400 MacArthur Blvd., Mahwah
Presenter: Master Fred Bargiacchi, American Self Defense & Fitness Center
Self-defense starts with awareness, preparation, and prevention. Join us for a one-hour women’s self-defense workshop that can arm you with the tools you need to keep yourself and your loved ones out of harm’s way. When it comes to self-defense, you never want to think, “It will not happen to us.” Instead, you say, “I hope it never happens, but if it does, I know what to do.” Let us help you be prepared and safe.