Goodlife Programs & Activities

Make-up Class: Yoga for 50+
2024-03-05 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
This is a make-up date for the class missed on 1/16/24 due to inclement weather.

BEMER Appointments
2024-03-06 11:45 - 13:00
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Wednesdays, March-May, 11:45am- 1pm
Cost/Registration: $10, You must register in advance. Appointments are in 15 minute intervals.
***This is an in-person event! To register, please call GoodLife at 603-228-6630.***
BEMER is a class 2 medical device that can increase your overall blood flow by up to 30%. The effects of a single 15 minute BEMER session can last up to 12 hours. Regular use can lead to improved relaxation and enhanced physical fitness.

Chair Yoga
2024-03-07 11:00 - 11:45
Instructor: Tom Sherman, CYT
Date/Time: Thursdays, 11-11:45am
Cost/Registration: FREE! Drop in class for up to 30 people. First come first served.
***This class is held in-person and live via Zoom. If you need the Zoom information, please call GoodLife at 603-228-6630.***
Older adults and seniors of all age, those with yoga experience or with none, and all levels of physical ability are encouraged to join us and try this gentle yoga class. Yoga can help your mind, body and spirit and enhance your quality of life.

Navigating this Wild Real Estate Market-What do You Need to Know?
2024-03-11 14:30 - 15:30
Instructor: Bobbie Gaudette, Realtor® with Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan and is a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) with the National Association of Realtors
Date/Time: Monday, March 11, 2:30-3:30pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by March 8th at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
How long will we see home prices continue to rise? Are interest rates going to drop this year? Would you consider selling your home now, but you’ve heard getting into a new home is nearly impossible. Whether you’re curious about the real estate market and what it means to you as a homeowner, or you’ve been contemplating a move-we’ll sort out what’s fact and what’s fiction in the real estate market today. Join us with your questions for a casual discussion.

Yoga for 50+
2024-03-12 17:00 - 18:00
***SOLD OUT***
Instructor: Cindy Falabella, CYT, M.Ed.
Date/Time: Tuesdays, March 12-April 30, 5-5:55pm
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class will be held in-person only***
Yoga is a gentle way to stretch, strengthen, build muscular endurance and flexibility, and relieve stress. We will be learning several classic yoga poses, as well as focusing on breath work. This moderate level class is great for yogis of all abilities and fitness levels. We will be using modifications to make all feel welcome and comfortable. This is a mat-based class.

Art w/ Steve: Wine Time
2024-03-13 13:00 - 15:00
Presenter: Steve Pascucci
Date/Time: Wednesday, March 13, 1-3pm
Cost/Registration: $35. You must register by March 12th at 8am. All supplies included.
***This is an in-person event!***
Please join us for a fun 2-hour painting class where Steve walks you through a step-by-step technique.

Fitness & Core- Thursday
2024-03-14 09:30 - 10:30
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Thursdays, March 14-May 2, 9:30-10:25am
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class will be held in-person only***
A fitness class for every skill level. This workout focuses on core strength, flexibility, and total body conditioning. A perfect mix of body sculpting exercises designed to attain or maintain your healthy physique. You will need to provide weights.

Exploring Diverse Mobility Solutions as Needs Arise with Top Glides
2024-03-14 14:30 - 15:30
Instructor: Scott Cameron
Date/Time: Thursday, March 14, 2:30-3:30pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by March 13th at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
When faced with reduced mobility, the choice of mobility aids becomes crucial for enhancing everyday life. From walkers and canes to wheelchairs and mobility scooters, selecting the right aid should align with personal needs. The right mobility aid should seamlessly integrate into daily life, allowing individuals to regain independence and participate fully in their communities. Top Glides dares to challenge the status quo by infusing vibrancy and personalization into the world of mobility. Top Glides enables individuals to express their distinctive style while improving their mobility, nurturing feelings of confidence, individuality, uniqueness, and fostering happiness in a space where these qualities are typically overlooked.

Technology One on One
2024-03-15 09:00 - 12:00
Instructor: Roland Beauregard
Date/Time: Friday, March 15, 9am- 12pm
Cost/Registration: $10, You must register in advance. Appointments are in 30 minute intervals.
***This is an in-person event! To register, please call GoodLife at 603-228-6630.***
30 minute 1 on 1 session where participant can ask questions on any device (computer, phone or tablet)

Core Stability - Why we Need it to be Mobile & Healthy
2024-03-15 12:00 - 13:30
Instructor: CPTE
Date/Time: Friday, March 15, 12-1:30pm
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register by March 14th at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
Our core is critical for movement and fall prevention. What is our core and how does it function when we sit, stand, and move. Poor core strength and flexibility can increase your risk of falling and affect your health. You can train your core strength.

NEW CLASS: Flowing Meditative Movement
2024-03-18 09:00 - 10:00
Instructor: Carol Ellis
Date/Time: Mondays, March 18-May 6, 9-9:55am
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class will be held in-person only***
This movement class will focus on nourishing, restoring and nurturing the body, breath, and spirit through the flowing and fluid movements of qigong. Qigong is the ancient Chinese art and science of becoming aware of our life energy(qi) through a flowing choreography of postures, movement, respiratory technique, and meditations. You will gain better health, increased vitality, and leave class with an awakened and peaceful wellbeing!

A Walk Among the Incas
2024-03-19 13:00 - 14:00
Instructor: Jon Pearse
Date/Time: Tuesday, March 19, 1-2pm
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register by March 18th at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
Travel with me to Peru and glimpse into the vast culture of the Incas, climb with me through the amazing places where Incas lived, ruled and worshiped. I will show you cities such as Machu Pichu, Ollantaytambo, and Sacsayhuaman with a final look at the seat of Incan government, Cusco.

Gel Print Making
2024-03-19 13:00 - 15:00
Instructor: Carol Ellis
Date/Time: Tuesdays, March 19-April 9, 1-3pm
Cost/Registration: $45. You must register in advance. All supplies included.
***This class is in-person only!***
Discover the exciting possibilities of this medium!!!! Printmaking fosters a supportive vibe where artists of all levels have the freedom to experiment and learn new techniques and color applications, through the printmaking materials. This screenprinting series can offer individuals exposure to one or more of the following: relief, monoprinting, gel printing. These techniques can be incorporated into individual pieces, collage, fabric, 3-D Objects + more! The process of printmaking honors tradition, innovation, community and collaboration. Explore, experiment and expand visual expression with natural and manmade objects.

Luncheon
2024-03-20 12:00 - 13:00
Presenter: Community Action Program
Date/Time: Wednesday, March 20, 12- 1pm
Cost/Registration: FREE for those 60 and up with a suggested donation of $3.00; Under 60 years old cost is $6. Cash only. You must register by March 13th at 8am.
*** This is an in-person event! Please bring cash the day of the lunch.***
Come join us for lunch! Your support and donation help to keep our Meals on Wheels and Congregate Meal programs thriving. Our chef inspired meals are sure to fill you up while enjoying time with your friends. Take-out lunches are also available.
Menu:
Sweet and Sour Chicken, Rice Vegetable, Milk, Fruit, Bread, Dessert

Bereavement Group
2024-03-21 10:00 - 12:00
Presenter: Jodi Plitman, Bereavement Coordinator, Hospice (CNH) | BAYADA
Date/ Time: Thursday, March 21, 10am- 12pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! Drop in. No need to register in advance.
***This event is being held in-person only.***
Join us for a monthly bereavement group facilitated by bereavement counselors from Bayada Hospice, with approximately one hour of structured, educational time and one hour of open discussion and socialization time. No need to register, just drop in, but feel free to contact Jodi Plitman, bereavement coordinator with Bayada Hospice, at 603-724-6689 or Jplitman@bayada.com with any questions.

ZOOM: Rock the Bands
2024-03-22 09:00 - 10:00
Instructor: Rhonda Duhamel, CPT
Date/Time: Fridays, March 22-May 10, 9-9:55am
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register by March 21st at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held on Zoom only ***

Boost your exercise routine with a resistance band. This small but mighty piece of equipment can strengthen and condition every muscle from head to toe. Tone your legs, arms, abs, and more. Oh, and resistance bands are a safe way to fight osteoporosis and increase bone density, with less force on the joints. Let’s “band” together and stay fit!

Make-Up Class: Your Body Tune Up
2024-03-22 09:45 - 10:40
This is a make-up class for the session missed on 3/1.

Decluttering and Downsizing-Exploring the Possibilities
2024-03-22 13:00 - 14:00
Instructor: Bobbie Gaudette, Realtor® with Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan and is a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) with the National Association of Realtors
Date/Time: Friday, March 22, 1-2pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by March 21st at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
Only you know when it’s time to change your living arrangements, which may include a move or “downsizing.” That decision can be especially overwhelming when you’ve acquired a half century of belongings. Don’t know where to start? Join us for this discussion and walk away with some helpful tips and resources to make some headway on decluttering and simplifying your life.

Cruise from San Juan to Miami
2024-03-23
Please call Susan Barry at 603-731-3895 to register for this trip…
Presenter: Virgin Voyages & Circle Travel
Dates: March 23-31, 2024
Estimated Prices per Cabin:
-Sea Terrace: $4,112
-Sea View: $3,622
-Insider: $3,218
(pricing is subject to change based on Virgin Voyages)

The Virgin Voyages Experience

Easy port access in San Juan
Have all the must-see spots within walking distance with the ship docked in the heart of Old San Juan, and soak up Puerto Rico’s effervescent vibes.
Hassle-free embarkation
Pre-upload your travel docs to the Virgin Voyages app, get Ready to Sail before leaving home, and make boarding a (sea)breeze in just a few minutes.
Late stays and overnights
No more rushing from A to Sea. Our itineraries feature late stays and overnights, so you can explore it all from morning to night (and morning again).
Exclusive access to The Beach Club at Bimini. From beach bonfires to private cabanas and floaty pool parties — all in a resort-like experience where you can actually let your salty hair down.

CLICK HERE to see a video presentation by Virgin Voyages on this Cruise!
Insurance Information: https://affinitytravelcert.com/document/pdfs/VV_LandingPage.html

Taoist Yoga for Balance & Aging Gracefully
2024-03-26 12:00 - 12:45
Instructor: Tom Sherman
Date/Time: Tuesdays, March 26-May 14, 12-12:45pm
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class will be held in-person only***
This program teaches Chinese Yoga exercises for balance and musculoskeletal health. Balance exercises counteract the effects of aging, help us avoid falls and keeps the body / mind agile and alert. Balancing exercises are essential for aging gracefully. For Tai Chi and Yoga students who are beginners or experienced practitioners.

Tai Chi and Chi Kung Ongoing
2024-03-26 13:00 - 13:45
***SOLD OUT*** Try our new class: Flowing Meditative Movement on Mondays at 9am!
Instructor: Tom Sherman
Date/Time: Tuesdays, March 26-May 14, 1-1:45pm
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class will be held in-person only***
Tai Chi employs breathing techniques, postures, movement and meditation to strengthen and increase the flow of blood and vital life force (Chi) throughout the body. This ancient Tai Chi short form is a slow, meditation in motion workout; graceful and yet powerful. Good for beginners and experienced practitioners. Benefits include: – Integration of mind, body and spirit – Stretches and tones all muscles, connective tissue and increase musculoskeletal health – Slims the body and improves stamina – Counteracts the effects of aging – leads to stress management and relaxation and an overall feeling of wellbeing.

Be Safe and "Smart" at Home and on the Go
2024-03-28 10:00 - 11:30
Instructor: Brian Burke, ADT
Date/Time: Thursday, March 28, 10-11:30am
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register by March 27th at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
This interactive presentation on safety and security for seniors covers three main topics for staying safe and knowledgeable in today’s environment: technology, family involvement and preparedness. It also explains and simplifies the current landscape of security, including making sense of the TV commercials we see and the various companies and technology we hear about–such as “smart” technology.

Your Body Tune Up
2024-03-29 09:45 - 10:45
Instructor: Erica Mumford, CPT
Date/Time: Fridays, March 29-May 17, 9:45-10:40am
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class is in-person only!***
Join us for this fun class that offers something for everyone, regardless of your current fitness level. This class will help you improve your overall strength, flexibility, and balance through low impact cardio exercise.

NEW CLASS: Core & Back Stabilization
2024-03-29 12:00 - 13:30
Instructor: CPTE
Date/Time: Fridays, March 29-May 17, 12-1:30pm
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class is in-person only!***
Learn the importance of core stability. Understand the anatomy of the core, we will do core strengthening and flexibility exercises. This class follows up from the presentation of Core Stability on March 15.

Pilates for 50+
2024-04-02 10:15 - 11:15
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Tuesdays, April 2- May 21, 10:15-11:10am
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class is in-person only!***
This class uses the Pilates technique for added resistance to increase strength and flexibility. The routine involves standing and chair work. Try this unique Pilates based workout.

ZOOM: Rev It Up
2024-04-03 09:00 - 10:00
Instructor: Rhonda Duhamel, CPT
Date/Time: Wednesdays, April 3-May 22, 9-9:55am
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register by April 2nd at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom link a business day before the class.
***This class is being held on Zoom only ***
Boost your metabolism with a combo of cardio and strength training. Make your workouts do double duty. No equipment is required but add your weights and bands for that extra bang!

Cardio for Heart Health
2024-04-03 10:30 - 11:30
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Wednesdays, April 3-May 22, 10:30–11:25am
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class is in-person only!***
Join us for this fun class that offers something for everyone, regardless of your current fitness level. Improve your overall strength, flexibility, and balance through low impact cardio exercise.

Volunteer Fair
2024-04-03 14:00 - 16:00
Presenter: GoodLife
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 3, 2-4pm
Cost/Registration: Free, drop-in, open to the public.
GoodLife is hosting a volunteer fair with various non-profits looking for some help for their organizations. You will be able to talk with them and find out what they are looking for. Volunteering is good for the soul!
Organizations Include: Granite VNA, AARP, Concord Hospital, Friends Program, Alzheimer’s Association, Amedisys, Pierce Manse, Community Action Program, Overcomers Refugee Services, Pathways Healthcare, Capital Center for the Arts, Bayada Home Hospice

Closed
2024-04-04
Closed due to winter storm.

Healing Yoga
2024-04-04 08:30 - 09:30
Instructor: Alethea Kehas, MFA, RYT, RMT, EM Yoga Foundations Teacher
Date/Time: Thursdays, April 4- May 23, 8:30-9:25am
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class will be held in-person only***
An all-levels, gentle, and inclusive yoga class designed to help boost your body’s immune system, improve balance, and achieve a greater sense of well-being. Gentle tapping, meridian tracing, and self-massage are incorporated with gentle yoga postures and breath-work. This is a mat-based class.
