Goodlife Programs & Activities

Christmas with Tony Bennett & Barbara Streisand: A Holiday Tribute
2025-12-04
Presenter: GoodLife and Best of Times Travel
Date: Thursday, December 4 (Exact departure time will be announced closer to trip date)
Cost: $136, Transportation, Lunch, Meal Tax & Gratuity, & Show Ticket There are no refunds for cancellations received after 11/12/25. Best of Times Travel reserves the right to issue any refunds, in whole or part, in the form of a Future Travel Credit.
Registration Link: https://tri.ps/rmemE
Contact: GoodLife Programs & Activities, Katelyn Patterson-Gagnon, (603)228-6630
Meal: Apple Cranberry Stuffed Chicken or Vegetable Lasagna Also Included: Salad, Potato, Vegetables, Breads, Dessert, Coffee/Tea
Pickup/Drop off Location: GoodLife Programs & Activities, 254 N State St, Unit L, Concord, NH
Show Location: Castleton Banquet Center, Windham, NH
Sharon Owens & Carmen Romano come together to honor two of the greatest musical legends of our lifetime – Barbra Streisand & Tony Bennett. Sharon & Carmen’s resemblance in both physical and vocal appearance have earned them critical acclaim at venues across the nation and all over the world. The tribute show “Smile” is a wonderfully enjoyable day full of the songs these two icons are best known for such as “People”, “The Way We Were”, “I Left My Heart in San Francisco”, “Fly Me to the Moon” as well as coming together for your favorite duets such as “Lady is a Tramp”, “New York, New York”. But wait there’s more, with a special guest appearance by “Lady Gaga” who will perform with “Tony” some of their favorite songs from their GRAMMY AWARD winning Album Love for Sale. But of course NO Christmas show would be complete without some of our very favorite Christmas songs. Enjoy your favorite holiday classics in a way only these harmonious voices can do. Both Sharon & Carmen share delightful personalities along with witty conversation with the audiences that will leave you smiling from ear to ear. This classy duo will WOW you with the songs you know and love while paying tribute to these legendary performers – it’s a night not to be missed.

Healing Yoga
2025-12-04 08:30 - 09:30, 2025-12-11 08:30 - 09:30 (America/New_York)
Instructor: Alethea Kehas, MFA, RYT, RMT, EM Yoga Foundations Teacher
Date/Time: Thursdays, December 4-February 5, 8:30-9:25am (no class 12/25, 1/1)
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.

Stretching for Mobility
2025-12-04 17:15 - 18:00, 2025-12-11 17:15 - 18:00
Instructor: Carol Ellis
Date/Time: Thursdays, December 4-February 5, 5:15-6pm (no class 12/25, 1/1)
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class will be held in-person only***
We will be using a variety of movements to impact the body’s connective tissue by releasing tension, hydrating, stimulating, and rejuvenating connective tissue through static floor postures allowing you the space to explore and experience a movement with curiosity, mindfulness, and self-care through stillness and receptivity. Mat based class. Students will need to bring a yoga mat, (if students have yoga blocks, they may be useful for some poses.)

Core & More
2025-12-05 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-12-12 09:00 - 10:00
Instructor: Adriana Grillo, CPT
Date/Time: Fridays, December 5-January 30, 9-9:55am (no class 12/26)
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class is in-person only***
Build strength, improve balance, and keep your body moving with this fun and functional workout designed for active older adults. This low-impact class focuses on strengthening your core while incorporating exercises to improve posture, stability, and flexibility. All movements can be performed standing or seated, making it accessible for every fitness level. Light weights, resistance bands, and gentle bodyweight exercises are used to help you move confidently in daily life while keeping your joints happy.

Your Body Tune Up
2025-12-05 10:00 - 11:00
Instructor: Erica Mumford, CPT
Date/Time: Fridays, November 21-January 23, 10- 10:55am (no class 11/28, 12/26)
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.

Allied Caregivers
2025-12-05 12:30 - 13:30
Presenter: Travis Cram
Date/Time: Friday, December 5, 12:30-1:30pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by December 4th 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***
The holidays are full of love and togetherness, but they can also feel overwhelming when there’s so much to do. That’s where Allied Caregivers comes in—we provide kind, dependable in-home help for families across Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and
Massachusetts. From companionship and meal prep to light housekeeping and daily support, our caregivers treat your loved ones like family. We’ll work with you to create a care plan that keeps everyone safe, comfortable, and cared for. We’d love to talk about how we can make life a little easier for your family.

Fitness & Core- Monday
2025-12-08 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-12-15 10:30 - 11:30
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Mondays, December 8-February 2, 10:30-11:25am (no class 1/19)
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.

Natural Balance
2025-12-09 12:15 - 13:00, 2025-12-16 12:15 - 13:00
Instructor: Cindy Falabella, M. Ed
Date/Time: Tuesdays, December 9-January 27, 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.

Top Ten Estate Planning Questions Part 2 – Understanding Trusts
2025-12-10 13:00 - 14:00
Instructor: Tina Annis, Annis & Zellers
Date/Time: Wednesday, December 10, 1-2pm
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register by December 9th at 12pm.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
Whether or not you are able to attend the first session on wills and probate, this program will introduce you to the concept of trusts and debunk some of the myths about them.  Topics covered will include: What is a Trust? What is the difference between a Revocable Trust and an Irrevocable Trust? What is the role of a Trustee? How much does it cost to create a Trust?  How can a Trust benefit my family after my death?

2026 Cruise Informational Presentation
2025-12-11 16:00 - 17:00
Presenter: Susan Barry, Barry Brokerage
Date/Time: Thursday, December 11, 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.

Yoga for Brunch
2025-12-15 11:30 - 12:15, 2025-12-22 11:30 - 12:15
Instructor: Cindy Falabella, CYT, M.Ed.
Date/Time: Mondays, December 15-February 9, 11:30am-12:15pm (no class 1/19)
Cost/Registration: $55. You must register in advance.
***This class will be held in-person only***
Take a mid-day break. This class is a gentle full body stretch to help you decompress, focus, and reset. Come as you are, do some yoga and return to your day. Standing and chair based with modifications for mat.

Holiday Cookie Swap
2025-12-17 13:00 - 14:00
Presenter: GoodLife
Date/Time: Wednesday, December 17, 1-2pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register in advance.
***This is an in-person event***
Let’s celebrate the holiday with an abundance of goodies together as a community. Guests should let us know what type of cookie they are bringing so we can ensure we have a variety. All cookies must be homemade, not store-bought. Additionally, a cookie exchange doesn’t have to be limited to cookies only. You can include brownies, bars, scones etc. Bring 36-48 cookies to ensure everyone receives a fair share of treats and prevent anyone from feeling overwhelmed. You want plenty of cookies for guests to take home. Send Katelyn your recipe (if you would like) a few days before the exchange so that she will print them out for others to take home. kgagnon@goodlifenh.org Everyone bring something to take cookies home!

Indoor Chair Volleyball
2025-12-18 14:00 - 15:00
***Canceled***
Presenter: GoodLife
Date/Time: Thursday, December 18, 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.

Flowing Movement
2025-12-22 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-12-29 09:00 - 10:00
Instructor: Carol Ellis
Date/Time: Mondays, December 22-February 23, 9-9:55am (no class 1/19, 2/16)
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!

Yoga for 50+
2025-12-23 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-30 17:00 - 18:00
Instructor: Cindy Falabella, CYT, M.Ed.
Date/Time: Tuesdays, December 23-February 10, 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.

Closed
2025-12-29
Closed due to winter storm.

Closed
2026-01-01

Open Studio Art
2026-01-02 10:00 - 12:00
Date/Time: Fridays, 10am-12pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! Drop in event, no registration required.
***This is an in-person only event***
Bring whatever art or craft project you are working on to our Open Studio every Friday morning! Spend time getting to know other local artists and their craft while working on your own.

Book Drop Off
2026-01-05 09:00 - 16:00
Books can be dropped off January 5-9, (please do not leave outside). If you are dropping off books for donation after Wednesday 1/7, please call GoodLife at 603-228-6630 to ask if we still have space.

Stretch & Strengthen
2026-01-05 13:00 - 13:45
Instructor: Joe Devito, CPT
Date/Time: Mondays & Thursdays, 1-1:45pm (No Class 1/1, 1/19, 2/16)
Cost: 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***
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.

Chair Yoga
2026-01-06 09:00 - 09:45
Instructor: Cindy Falabella
Date/Time: Tuesdays, January-March, 9-9:45am
Cost: 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 ages, 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. You are sure to leave calmer, refreshed and rejuvenated!

New Year Wellness Walk
2026-01-06 10:00 - 11:30
Instructor: Linden Rayton
Date/Time: Tuesday, January 6, 10-11:30am
Weather make-up day: Friday, January 9, 10-11:30am
Cost/Registration: $15. You must register in advance.
Location: Oak Hill, Concord
***This class is in-person only***
Start the New Year off with a walk at Oak Hill Trails in good company. We’ll hike up to the Merrimack Valley overlook, to look for evidence of resident wildlife such as pileated woodpeckers, snowshoe hares, coyotes and foxes, and boost our endorphins with fresh air and conversation. Program will be cancelled for freezing rain or hazardous weather; weather make-up session included. This walk is about 1.5 miles on a woodland trail with a steady incline.
