Goodlife Programs & Activities

Tai Chi and Chi Kung
2026-01-20 13:00 - 14:15 (America/New_York)
Instructor: Richard Ellis
Date/Time: Tuesdays, January 13-March 3, 1:30-2:15pm
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.

Dance Fitness
2026-01-21 09:00 - 10:00
Instructor: Erica Mumford, CPT
Date/Time: Wednesdays, January 14-March 4, 9-9:55am
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class is in-person only***
Come enjoy the benefits of a fun cardio workout while moving to music. Time will fly by as we step, tap, sway, mamba, dance, and strike a pose. Let the music move you! All levels welcome!

Cardio for Heart Health
2026-01-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-28 10:00 - 11:00
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Wednesdays, January 21–March 11, 10–10:55am
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.

Indoor Chair Volleyball
2026-01-22 14:00 - 15:00
Presenter: GoodLife
Date/Time: Thursday, January 22, 2- 3pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register in advance.
***This is an in-person event***
Indoor chair volleyball is fun and easy, plus is good exercise. You will use a beach ball all volleyball rules apply. We need a minimum of 14 to run the class.

Closed
2026-01-26
GoodLife will be closed on Monday, January 26th due to the winter storm.

Bereavement Group
2026-01-27 10:00 - 12:00
Presenter: Jodi Plitman, Shelly Genest, Bereavement Coordinators, Hospice (CNH) | BAYADA
Date/ Time: Tuesday, January 27, February 17, March 17, 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.

Pilates for 50+
2026-01-27 10:15 - 11:15, 2026-02-03 10:15 - 11:15
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Tuesdays, January 27 -March 17, 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.

Book Club
2026-01-27 13:00 - 15:00
Presenter: GoodLife Participants
Date/Time: Tuesdays
Cost/Registration: FREE! Drop in event. No registration required.
***Book Club is held in-person only***
A classic Book Club! Read some great books and discuss with friends!
January 27, 1:00pm The Seven Sisters by Lucinda Riley
February 17, 2:00pm The Borrowed Life of Henry Fife by Anna Johnston
March 31, 1:00pm This Is Happiness by Niall Williams Ireland

2026 Cruise Informational Presentation
2026-01-27 16:00 - 17:00
Presenter: Susan Barry, Barry Brokerage
Date/Time: Tuesday, January 27, 4-5pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register in advance.
***This class is being held in-person only***
Norwegian Cruise Line Boston to Bermuda
May 3-10, 2026
Let’s go to Bermuda! From the historic streets of Boston to the pink sand beaches of Bermuda, enjoy an incredible 7-day journey aboard Norwegian Breakaway. Follow the Freedom Trail and stop at historic taverns along the way in Beantown. Then in Halifax, enjoy a commanding view of the harbor from the 19th century fort on Citadel Hill. With two days at the Royal Naval Dockyard, you’ll have plenty of time to play a round of golf on Bermuda’s famous Port Royal Golf Course and enjoy a sunset sail on a glass-bottom boat.
Holland America Cruise Line: Canada & New England
October 3-10, 2026
Cruise to Canada’s dynamic cities and Maine’s alluring ports roundtrip from Boston. Halifax’s tunning waterfront, Sydney’s giant fiddle and Portland’s eclectic boutiques await on this 7-day cruise out of Boston.
Princess Alaskan Cruise
May 9-16, 2026
We will be going on a 7-day round trip cruise with Princess Cruises from Seattle, WA! Join us on their ship the Royal Princess where you’ll enjoy more living space, wonderfully enhanced amenities and a culinary journey at sea that will reach new heights with an abundance of fresh restaurant choices and dining options aboard. From revitalized top deck venues to brand new casual restaurants, there’s something for every palate. The trip includes stops at five different ports, including Glacier Bay National Park.

2026 Trips Informational Presentation
2026-01-28 10:00 - 11:00
Presenter: Andrew Leighton, Collette
Date/Time: Wednesday, January 28, 10-11am
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register in advance.
***This event is in-person only***
Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park
June 16-27, 2026
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Ice fields, rushing waterfalls, glacial peaks, and towering summits are just a few of the wonders awaiting you in the Canadian Rockies and Glacier National Park. Visit Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the world’s
oldest, best preserved buffalo jumps. Stop at Athabasca Glacier and choose to ride across this mass of glacier ice or take a walk on the glass-bottom platform at the Columbia Icefield Skywalk. Get ready for an adventure that brings together the expanse of the prairies, the majesty of the Canadian Rockies, and Montanaís Glacier National Park.
Plains of Africa
September 27- October 10, 2026
The Plains of Africa with GoodLife Programs & Activities
Enjoy Kenya’s scenic vistas and magnificent wildlife as you traverse the African plains on an intimate safari adventure. In Swahili, “safari” means journey; to you, it will mean that — and so much more. Discover the thriving cultures and innumerable natural wonders that make this one of the most popular African countries to visit. Go in search of elephants, lions, buffalo, rhinos, and leopards — collectively known as the “Big 5” and other animals on 13 game drives. Visit with Rothschild giraffes at the Giraffe Sanctuary. Visit the beautiful Masai Mara Game Reserve, and top off a full day game drive with a traditional dinner in the bush and a Masai dance performance.

Granite VNA- Walk-In Wednesday
2026-01-28 10:00 - 12:00
Presenter: Granite VNA
Date/Time: Wednesday, January 28, 10am-12pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! Drop in event, no registration required.
***This event is in-person only***
A Granite VNA Social Worker/Notary Public is available to:
• Connect with you to discuss your end-of-life wishes
• Review your Advance Directives to make sure it reflects your decisions regarding future medical care
• Assist with filling out your Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare and/or Living Will
• Provide information about resources and services that may benefit you or a family member

Thrive As We Age
2026-01-28 12:30 - 13:30
Instructor: Kelli Anaya, MPH, Community Health Educator, Granite VNA
Date/Time: Wednesday, January 28, 12:30 – 1:30pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! No registration required, walk-in.
***This class is in-person only***
Learn ways to stay active and involved as you age by exploring the seven dimensions of wellness.

Fitness & Core- Thursday
2026-01-29 09:30 - 10:30
***SOLD OUT***
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Thursdays, January 29-March 19, 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.

An OUTstanding Life
2026-01-29 18:00 - 20:00
Presenter: Andrea Lucas, MS. CTRS/L
Date/ Time: Thursday, January 29, February 26, March 26, 6-8pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! Drop in. No need to register in advance.
Location: GoodLife, 254 N State St, Unit L, Concord, NH
***This event is being held in-person only***
This group in an intentional and welcoming space for older adults across the spectrum of sexual orientations and gender identities, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersex, asexual etc. (LGBTQIA+) in the community to come together, connect, experience joy, and thrive for a healthy community and connected life.

Your Body Tune Up
2026-01-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-06 10:00 - 11:00
Instructor: Erica Mumford, CPT
Date/Time: Fridays, January 30–March 20, 10- 10:55am
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.

Your Legacy Matters
2026-02-02 14:30 - 15:30
Presenter: Michelle Velazquez, Campaign Support Coordinator, Bennet Funeral Home
Date/Time: Monday, February 2, 2:30–3:30pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by February 2nd at 8am. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
Join us for an informative and meaningful session on writing obituaries that truly honor a life well lived. Whether you’re preparing in advance or supporting a loved one, this seminar will provide guidance on capturing memories, milestones, and messages that matter most. Our team will share helpful tips, examples, and ways to make the process easier and more personal. Bennett will be raffling off a gift basket!!!

Zentangle
2026-02-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-10 10:00 - 12:00
Presenter: Sherry Gamble, CZI
Date/Time: Tuesdays, February 3-17, 10am–12pm
Cost/Registration: $50. You must register by February 2nd at 8am. All Supplies are included.
***This class will be held in-person only***
Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful art images by drawing structured patterns. We call these patterns tangles. You create tangles with combinations of dots, lines and simple curves. Zentangle is a meditative art form which can be done by anyone!

Winter Animal Tracking
2026-02-04 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-02-11 10:00 - 11:30
***Canceled***
Instructor: Linden Rayton
Date/Time: Wednesdays, February 4, 11, and 18, 10-11:30am
Weather make-up day: Friday, February 20, 10-11:30am
Cost/Registration: $30. You must register in advance. Minimum of 15.
Location: Marjory Swope Park, Concord
***This class is in-person only***
Marjory Swope is home to porcupines, snowshoe hares, and bobcats, as well as squirrels, deer, and foxes. Learn how to spot these tracks in the snow and enjoy winter mornings in the woods. All participants will receive a take-home guide to animal tracks! Trails at Swope range from flat and wide, to narrow, uphill and challenging. Program will be cancelled for freezing rain or hazardous weather; weather make-up session included. Ice spikes a must, hiking poles recommended.

FlexAble - Get a Stretch by a Stretch Coach
2026-02-04 12:30 - 13:30
Presenter: Nate Lavallee, owner of FlexAble
Date/Time: Wednesday, February 4, 12:30–1:30pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by February 3rd at 12pm.
***This class is being held in-person only***
FlexABLE helps people move comfortably, stay active, and feel their best through personalized sessions with a Stretch Coach. Our approach restores mobility, eases stiffness, and supports joint health — empowering you to enjoy everyday activities with confidence, independence, and energy. Because feeling good shouldn’t fade — it should evolve. Join us for complimentary demo stretches with Nate Lavallee & Nick Godbois. There will be room for 12 volunteers (10-minute demo stretches) and plenty of room if you want to just check it out!

Fitness & Core- Thursday
2026-02-05 09:30 - 10:30
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Thursdays, January 29-March 19, 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.

Self-Discovery Through Writing
2026-02-05 10:00 - 11:00
Instructor: Alethea Kehas, MFA, RYT, RMT, EM Yoga Foundations Teacher
Date/Time: Thursdays, February 5–26, 10-11am
Cost/Registration: $50. You must register in advance.
***This class will be held in-person only***
Our bodies hold the stories of our lives as well as our unexpressed words. During this 4-week session, we’ll use creative writing as an act of exploration through the mediums of poetry and memoir. Please bring a journal and writing implement to each class.

Creative Flow Cards
2026-02-09 10:30 - 13:30
***Canceled***
Instructor: Carol Ellis
Date/Time: Monday, February 9–March 9, 10:30–1:30 (no class 2/16)
Cost/Registration: $50. You must register in advance. All supplies included.
***This class will be held in-person only***
Create a beautiful, personal creative deck that’s full of inspirational art prompts!
• Aiding you to find ideas and solutions.
• Allowing you to connect to your inner artist, and let her/him show you the way.
• Silencing your inner critic and taking some time to focus again on the joy of making art.
• Exploring an extensive variety of watercolor and collage techniques.
Join me in “Creative Flow Cards” to create a unique card deck which is personal to you and supports you to get unstuck, so you can reconnect with your inner desires!

Natural Balance
2026-02-10 12:15 - 13:00
Instructor: Cindy Falabella, M. Ed
Date/Time: Tuesdays, February 10-March 31, 12:15-1pm
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class will be held in-person only***
This class combines a variety of gentle yoga and Tai Chi exercises for stability, strength, flexibility, and balance. The class will include chair and standing exercises.

2026 Cruise Informational Presentation
2026-02-10 16:00 - 17:00
***Canceled. Call Susan Barry with cruise questions!***
Presenter: Susan Barry, Barry Brokerage
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 10, 4-5pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register in advance.
***This class is being held in-person only***
Norwegian Cruise Line Boston to Bermuda
May 3-10, 2026
Let’s go to Bermuda! From the historic streets of Boston to the pink sand beaches of Bermuda, enjoy an incredible 7-day journey aboard Norwegian Breakaway. Follow the Freedom Trail and stop at historic taverns along the way in Beantown. Then in Halifax, enjoy a commanding view of the harbor from the 19th century fort on Citadel Hill. With two days at the Royal Naval Dockyard, you’ll have plenty of time to play a round of golf on Bermuda’s famous Port Royal Golf Course and enjoy a sunset sail on a glass-bottom boat.
Holland America Cruise Line: Canada & New England
October 3-10, 2026
Cruise to Canada’s dynamic cities and Maine’s alluring ports roundtrip from Boston. Halifax’s tunning waterfront, Sydney’s giant fiddle and Portland’s eclectic boutiques await on this 7-day cruise out of Boston.
Princess Alaskan Cruise
May 9-16, 2026
We will be going on a 7-day round trip cruise with Princess Cruises from Seattle, WA! Join us on their ship the Royal Princess where you’ll enjoy more living space, wonderfully enhanced amenities and a culinary journey at sea that will reach new heights with an abundance of fresh restaurant choices and dining options aboard. From revitalized top deck venues to brand new casual restaurants, there’s something for every palate. The trip includes stops at five different ports, including Glacier Bay National Park.

Kokedama (hanging moss balls)
2026-02-11 10:00 - 12:00
Presenter: Alison & Alyssa from Penumbra
Date/Time: Wednesday, February 11, 10-12pm
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register by February 10th at 8am. All Supplies are included. Limited to 12.
***This class will be held in-person only***
Join Penumbra and make your own kokedama. What’s a kokedama you ask? Kokedama means “moss ball” in Japanese and refers to a style of garden art where a plant’s root ball is covered in soil and then wrapped in moss. These plants can then be displayed on a tray or hung up with string. We will teach you everything you need to know to make one to take home with you. Cost covers all supplies, including plants.
