Goodlife Programs & Activities

Chair Yoga
2023-06-01 11:00 - 11:45 (America/New_York)
Instructor: Tom Sherman, CYT
Date/Time: Thursdays, 11-11:45am
Cost/Registration: FREE! Drop in class for up to 25 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.

Stretch & Strengthen
2023-06-01 13:00 - 13:45
Instructor: Joe Devito, CPT
Date/Time: Mondays & Thursdays, 1-1:45pm (no class 6/19)
Cost: FREE! Drop in class for up to 25 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.***
A great beginner class! Stretch your muscles, increase your coordination, self-confidence & flexibility with gentle exercise, stretching and movement. Build up your strength and get healthy. Older adults of all ages and levels of physical ability are encouraged to try this gentle exercise class. You are welcome to use a chair for stability.

NEW ZOOM CLASS: Rock the Bands
2023-06-02 09:00 - 10:00
Instructor: Rhonda Duhamel, CPT
Date/Time: Fridays, June 2- July 21, 9-9:55am
Cost/Registration: $50. You must register by June 1st 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. Spend 55 minutes with Rhonda and tone your legs, arms, abs, and more. (Did you know Tom Brady’s exercise routine includes bands?). 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!

Cornhole Tournament
2023-06-02 12:30 - 14:30
***CANCELED***
Presenter: Jerry Leavitt, Humana Sales Rep.
Date/Time: Friday, June 2, 12:30-2:30pm
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register by June 1st at 12pm.
***This event will be held in-person only***
Want an afternoon of fun and some friendly competition? Join us for a very amateur cornhole tournament here at GoodLife. Prizes to the winners.

Basket Class
2023-06-05 10:00 - 14:00
Instructor: Diane Perry-Mann
Date/Time: Monday, June 5, 10am-2pm
Cost/Registration: $30.00. You must register in advance.
*** This is an in-person event.***
The basket for March was sold out so quickly we are going to repeat it. The basket features a little 7” hardwood rolling pin for a handle. Useful (and cute!) for the kitchen or just about anywhere!! Give as a gift – or to keep for yourself. It has a filled base so nothing can fall out the bottom. The base is about 8” long, 4” wide, and it’s 3” to the rim. This is a good beginner basket and fun for any level of weaver. Any tools needed will be available for class use. Another great pattern from Joanna’s Collection.

Chair Yoga
2023-06-06 09:00 - 09:45
Instructor: Tom Sherman, CYT
Date/Time: Tuesdays, 9-9:45am (no class 7/4)
Cost/Registration: FREE! Drop in class for up to 25 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.

Hearing Screenings
2023-06-06 16:00 - 17:00
***June is SOLD OUT***
Instructor: Dr. Beth Ann Jacques, AuD, CCC-A, F-AAA at New England Audiology
Date/Time: Tuesdays, 4-5pm by appointment
Cost: FREE! Registration is required. Please call to schedule an appointment: 603-228-6630
***Appointments are in-person only.***
Come see Dr. Beth Ann Jacques who is licensed to practice audiology in New Hampshire and is certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association and is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. She is a great resource to participants at GoodLife and offers the following services at no cost: Hearing Screenings, Ear Cleaning & Hearing Aid Care. Dr. Jacques is at the center every Tuesday from 4-5pm and has appointments at 4:00pm and 4:20pm.

Cardio for Heart Health- Wednesday
2023-06-07 10:30 - 11:30
***You are once again able to register for in-person classes through our website!***
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Wednesdays, June 7- July 26, 10:30–11:25am
Cost/Registration: $50. You must register by June 6th at 12pm.
***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.

BEMER Appointments
2023-06-07 11:45 - 13:00
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Wednesdays, June- August, 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.

Create a Terrarium Garden
2023-06-07 14:00 - 15:00
***SOLD OUT***
Instructor: Lynne Dionne, Programming Director, The Birches at Concord
Date/Time: Wednesday, June 7, 2-3pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by June 5th at 8am.
***This is an in-person only event.***
Join us for a guided demonstration while letting your creative juices flow as you build your own terrarium garden. Lynne Dionne, Programming Director of The Birches at Concord will guide this relaxing and nature inspired workshop. All materials will be provided, and participants will have a beautiful terrarium garden to bring home.

Supporting Bone Health
2023-06-12 15:00 - 16:00
Instructor: Marty Donovan, DCN, RPh, DIP. Herb. Clinical Nutritionist, Pharmacist, Herbalist
Date/Time: Monday, June 12, 3-4pm
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register by June 9th at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom link a day or two before the class if you are attending via Zoom.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
Learn all about bones and how to care for them! You’ll come away with knowing: how bones are active and how they function, how they’re built up and broken down, how to nourish and support them through diet and lifestyle. Whether you’re a young adult in peak bone building age, or a retiree with bone thinning, you’ll learn how to properly care for your bones at any phase of life.

Niagara Falls
2023-06-13
***SOLD OUT***
Presenter: GoodLife and Best of Times Travel
Date: June 13- June 15 (Exact departure and return times will be announced closer to trip date)
Cost:$629 Double, $829 Single
Trips can be paid for with a check made out to GoodLife or a credit/debit card
Contact: GoodLife Programs & Activities, Katelyn Patterson-Gagnon, (603) 228-6630
Day 1 – Niagara Falls, Canada We begin our adventure with an early morning pick-up in your
local town on board a deluxe motorcoach equipped with lavatory. We travel today to Niagara Falls
with multiple rest stops enroute. This afternoon we arrive in Niagara Falls and cross the border
into Canada. PLEASE NOTE: (passport or passport card is required)Our accommodations are at the Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview OR the Sheraton Fallsview – both overlooking the Falls. Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview- This 34 story tower directly overlooks the widely recognized Canadian “Horseshoe” Falls. The property is also attached to the Niagara Fallsview Casino. Sheraton Fallsview – The Hotel is connected to Casino Niagara via indoor walkway and the largest indoor water-park, hotel, and entertainment resort in North America; Falls Avenue Resort. Plus they offer a free Casino Shuttle for guests to visit Fallsview Casino Resort if desired. Enjoy some free time this afternoon to enjoy your hotel property. Tonight enjoy a true Canadian treasure The Greg Frewin Dinner & Magic Show! The Greg Frewin illusion spectacle is a quintessential component of a Niagara Falls vacation. Our show is breath-taking with a Vegas style format and features illusions that are both one of a kind and internationally renowned, performed by the International Grand Champion of Magic, Greg Frewin – having won every major award offered within the magic community.
Day 2 – Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake & Vineyard Tour with Tasting – This
morning enjoy a Deluxe Full American Buffet Breakfast complete with omelet station and
more before embarking on our narrated riding tour of the Niagara Falls area enjoying sights such as the Horseshoe Falls, Table Rock, the Floral Clock, & more. Then its on to Niagara-On-The-Lake, Canada’s prettiest town. This well preserved 19th century village offers charming restaurants and shops and elegant architecture not to mention an incredible selection of over 27 individual wineries in the area. Enjoy free time to explore downtown and have lunch on your own. We’ll then visit one of the area’s great wineries complete with a tour and tasting, YUM! We return to Niagara Falls with FREE TIME to explore sights such as Maid of the Mist , the Skylon Tower with it’s 360 degree observation deck, or the Imax Theatre on your own. Dinner tonight is on our own. After Dinner enjoy the city at your own pace or try your luck at the casino. Whatever you choose you’re bound to enjoy all the night life Niagara Falls has to offer.
Day 3 – Cooperstown/Baseball Hall of Fame – This morning enjoy a Deluxe Full American Buffet Breakfast complete with omelet station and more prior to our departure for Cooperstown. Welcome to Cooperstown, NY where baseball’s past and present unite! Today we pay tribute to our National Pastime by visiting the Baseball Hall of Fame, an institution which honors excellence, preserves history and connects generations. We’ll provide time to explore the Hall of Fame, Doubleday Field and take time to grab a bite to eat in downtown. We’ll depart with rest stop(s) enroute to home with fond memories of our adventure!

Downsizing Your Living Space Without Sacrificing Your Love of Gardening
2023-06-14 12:00 - 13:30
Instructor: Brenda Paradis, REALTOR® SRES, Keller Williams Metropolitan, The Hvizda Realty Group
Date/Time: Wednesday, June 14, 12-1:30pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by June 12th at 8am.
***This is an in-person only event.***
Whether you’re downsizing due to a change in lifestyle or simply looking to simplify your life, this session will provide you with the tools you need to continue pursuing your love of gardening. In this program, we’ll explore the unique challenges and opportunities that come with downsizing and gardening. We’ll cover a variety of gardening techniques and approaches that are well-suited to smaller living spaces, including container gardening, vertical gardening, low-maintenance gardening, and creative ways to incorporate gardening into your living space. Join us and discover how to make the most of your gardening journey, no matter where life takes you. Feel free to bring a plant (not required) if you’d like to share a cutting for propagation with the group. Bring your downsizing and gardening questions and be prepared for some fun and to get your hands dirty!

Bereavement Group
2023-06-15 10:00 - 12:00
Presenter: Jodi Plitman, Bereavement Coordinator, Hospice (CNH) | BAYADA
Date/ Time: Thursdays, June 15, July 20, August 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.

Tips on Using Zoom
2023-06-16 10:00 - 11:00
Instructor: Roland Beauregard
Date/Time: Friday, June 16, 10am- 11am
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register by June 15th at 12pm. GoodLife will send you the Zoom link a day or two before the class.
***This class is being held on Zoom only.***
Calling all Zoom participants, join Roland for an in-depth question and answer session on how to use Zoom on your devices.

Community Action Program Lunch
2023-06-21 12:00 - 13:00
Instructor: Community Action Program
Date/Time: Wednesday, June 21, 12- 1pm
Cost/Registration: FREE for those 60 and up with a suggested donation of $2.00; Under 60 years old cost is $6. Cash only. You must register by June 14th 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.
June Menu:
Grilled Chicken Teriyaki White Rice, Vegetable, Milk Fruit, Bread, Dessert

Norwegian Cruise Line & Circle Travel Presents: Cruise to Bermuda
2023-06-21 14:00 - 15:30
Presenter: Norwegian Cruise Line & Circle Travel
Date/Time: Wednesday, June 21, 2-3:30pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by June 20th at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom link a day or two before the class if you are attending via Zoom.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
GoodLife is going on a cruise for the first time! Join Matthew from Norwegian Cruise Line and Susan from Circle Travel for this informational session about this 2024 cruise. Bring your questions and love of travel along with you!
***There will be a raffle for everyone attending. (in-person & via Zoom!)***
Bermuda Cruise:
May 17-24, 2024
Let’s go to Bermuda! We will be going on a 7-day round trip cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line to Bermuda leaving right out of Boston, MA. Join us on their ship Gem tons of dining choices and no set dining times – FREE STYLE. NCL has it all: chill by the pool, get lucky in the casino, unwind at the spa. Enjoy British style high tea. Broadway style entertainment and shows. The trip includes two days at sea, three days docked in Bermuda for you to explore and enjoy local culture and available excursions. We’ll end the trip with a stop in Bar Harbor Maine before bringing you back to Boston.

Zoom Yoga for All
2023-06-21 17:00 - 18:00
***Session Canceled***
Instructor: Cindy Falabella, CYT, M.Ed.
Date/Time: Wednesdays, June 21- August 9, 5-5:55pm
Cost/Registration: $50. You must register by June 20th at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom link a day or two before the class.
***This class is being held on Zoom only ***
A relaxed paced class for all fitness levels and experience. Set your mind and body for a more relaxing evening by taking a pause between day and night in a gentle, inviting, and welcoming environment. Open the body, stretch the muscles, and relax the mind. You are welcome to practice on a yoga mat, or a chair.

Good Food, Good Mood
2023-06-22 14:30 - 15:30
Presenter: Katy Magoon-Fredette, RDN, LD, Hannaford Registered Dietitian
Date/Time: Thursday, June 22, 2:30-3:30pm
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register by June 21st at 12pm.
***This is an in-person event!***
Did you know that being dehydrated can have an impact on the brain chemicals that affect mood? Eating the wrong foods or not eating enough in general are just a few habits we can work on to prevent food related grumpiness. Keeping your mood up isn’t just about what you eat, but how. This class will explore the benefits that the right nutrition can have on our mood. Join your Concord and Franklin Hannaford Dietitian, Katy Magoon-Fredette, RDN, LD and learn how everyday nutrition can help play a role in your overall mood. Snacks, giveaways, and coupons will be provided!

Technology One on One
2023-06-23 09:00 - 12:00
Instructor: Roland Beauregard
Date/Time: Friday, June 23, 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)

Yoga for 50+
2023-06-27 17:00 - 18:00
Instructor: Cindy Falabella, CYT, M.Ed.
Date/Time: Tuesdays, June 27- August 22, 5-5:55pm (no class 7/4)
Cost/Registration: $50. You must register by June 26th at 12pm.
***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.

Zoom Rev It Up
2023-06-28 09:00 - 10:00
Instructor: Rhonda Duhamel, CPT
Date/Time: Wednesdays, June 28- August 16, 9-9:55am
Cost/Registration: $50. You must register by June 27th 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!

Art w/ Steve: Beach Fence
2023-06-28 13:00 - 15:00
Presenter: Steve Pascucci
Date/Time: Wednesday, June 28, 1-3pm
Cost/Registration: $30. You must register by June 27th at 8am. All supplies included.
*** This is an in-person event!***
Let Steve take you on a journey to the ocean, looking over the white picket fence to the sailboats in the harbor.

Flowers in Watercolors
2023-06-29 13:00 - 15:00
***SOLD OUT***
Instructor: Peter Clive
Date/Time: Thursdays, June 29- July 20, 1-3pm
Cost/Registration: $45. You must register by June 26th at 12pm.
*** This is an in-person event!***
Watercolor is a wonderful and expressive medium. It is also very portable, and the materials and supplies can be easily carried to wherever one may wish. This course will focus on painting roses, hydrangeas, peonies as well other flowers you may wish to paint. This course is designed for those with little or no watercolor experience. Focus on wet and wet into dry watercolor techniques will be a major focus of the course. We will explore color mixing, drawing, lighting and composition as mechanisms to paint the still life set up. Watercolors will be painted from photographs. Demonstrations will be held each day emphasizing the different techniques of the Watercolorist. Personal expression will be encouraged as the artist develops skill with the range of methods open to the watercolor painter.
Watercolor Materials List:
Watercolors: (.5 ounce tubes 15 ml):
Burnt Sienna
Alizarin Crimson
Cadmium Red Medium
Cadmium Orange
Cadmium Yellow Light
Ivory Black
Sepia
Ultramarine Blue
Thalo Green
Brushes:
Round Sable or synthetic: #3, #5, #8
1” wide flat wash brush
Watercolor Palette:
(I prefer the rectangular white plastic “John Pike Palette”, but other brands can work as well).
Paper:
12”x16” Arches Cold Press Block 140 pound weight- (other brands okay)
Other:
3#x4” cellulose sponge (available in the supermarket)
2 jars for water

Fitness & Core- Thursday
2023-07-06 09:30 - 10:30
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Thursdays, July 6- August 24, 9:30-10:25am
Cost/Registration: $50. You must register by July 5th at 12pm.
***This class will be held in-person only***
A fitness class for every skill level. This workout focuses on core strength, flexibility, and a total body conditioning. A perfect mix of body sculpting exercises designed to attain or maintain your healthy physique.

Hearing Screenings
2023-07-11 16:00 - 17:00
Instructor: Dr. Beth Ann Jacques, AuD, CCC-A, F-AAA at New England Audiology
Date/Time: Tuesdays, 4-5pm by appointment
Cost: FREE! Registration is required. Please call to schedule an appointment: 603-228-6630
***Appointments are in-person only.***
Come see Dr. Beth Ann Jacques who is licensed to practice audiology in New Hampshire and is certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association and is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. She is a great resource to participants at GoodLife and offers the following services at no cost: Hearing Screenings, Ear Cleaning & Hearing Aid Care. Dr. Jacques is at the center every Tuesday from 4-5pm and has appointments at 4:00pm and 4:20pm.

Art w/ Steve: Waterfall
2023-07-12 17:00 - 19:00
Presenter: Steve Pascucci
Date/Time: Wednesday, July 12, 5-7pm
Cost/Registration: $30. You must register by July 11th at 8am. All supplies included.
*** This is an in-person event!***
Who doesn’t love a waterfall? The sounds, the spray on your face, the absolute tranquility. Create a masterpiece to take home and enjoy.

Stretch & Strengthen
2023-07-17 13:00 - 13:45
***There will be no Stretch & Strengthen class today, Monday, July 17th. If you have any questions, please call GoodLife at 603-228-6630.***
Instructor: Joe Devito, CPT
Date/Time: Mondays & Thursdays, 1-1:45pm (no class 6/19)
Cost: FREE! Drop in class for up to 25 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.***
A great beginner class! Stretch your muscles, increase your coordination, self-confidence & flexibility with gentle exercise, stretching and movement. Build up your strength and get healthy. Older adults of all ages and levels of physical ability are encouraged to try this gentle exercise class. You are welcome to use a chair for stability.

Taoist Yoga for Balance & Aging Gracefully
2023-07-18 12:00 - 12:45
Instructor: Tom Sherman
Date/Time: Tuesdays, July 18- September 5, 12-12:45pm
Cost/Registration: $50. You must register by July 17th at 12pm.
***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
2023-07-18 13:00 - 13:45
Instructor: Tom Sherman
Date/Time: Tuesdays, July 18- September 5, 1-1:45pm
Cost/Registration: $50. You must register by July 17th at 12pm.
***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.
