Local Notes: Bereavements, dancercise, cooking classes and much more

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Local Notes: Bereavements, dancercise, cooking classes and much more

The free men's cooking classes will take place in the Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre. Stock image

Bereavement

The death sadly occurred on Tuesday, January 7, of Mrs. Sharon Goulding (née: Ryan), Bramble Court, The Grange, John's Hill and formerly of Saint John’s Park, Waterford, late of the Laundry Department UHW. Predeceased by her beloved sister Maria, she is survived by her heartbroken parents Eileen and Peter, her loving children Joseph, Louise and Aoife and their father Dessie, her adoring grandchildren Adam, Mia, Fionn, Bella, Sophia, Arabelle and Éabha. Sharon will be fondly remembered by her five brothers and six sisters, sons-in-law John Paul (O'Dwyer) and Sean (Butler) and Joseph's partner Emma (Nam), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. Sharon will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family and friends. Requiem Mass took place on Friday, January 10, at 12 noon in The Sacred Heart Church, The Folly, followed by burial immediately afterwards in Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Ballygunner. Condolences are extended to Sharon's family, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Bereavement

The death sadly occurred on Friday, January 3, of Mrs. Stella Mackey (nee: Tubbritt), Laurel Park, Cherrymount, Waterford. Formerly of Pearse Park, Waterford. Predeceased by her loving husband John, sisters Masie, Josie and Nancy, brothers Willie and John, she is survived by her loving son John, daughter-in-law Linda, Pat and his wife Jemma, Mary and her husband Sammy, grandchildren Melissa, Kellie, Lauren, Gavin, Owen, Sean and Alex, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Stella will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family neighbours and friends. Requiem Mass took place on Thursday, January 9, in the Sacred Heart Church, The Folly at 1pm followed by burial in St. Otteran’s Cemetery, Waterford. Condolences are extended to Stella's family, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Sacred Heart Church

For Baptism Celebration enquiries or bookings please email sacredheartparishinfo@gmail.com.

Butler Community Centre

The new term of Sarah Corcoran’s Musical Theatre will begin on January 18, at Butler Community Centre, St. John’s Park, Waterford (X91FEP4). Sarah is a fully qualified drama teacher and there are very limited places left. It's a fabulous opportunity for children aged 3 to 8 years and activities will include singing, dancing and acting. The classes will take place on Saturdays at 9am, 10am and 11am. For more details contact 086 3728263 or email: sarahacorcoran8@gmail.com 

Dancercise

Waterford’s original Dancercise Classes are back with upbeat music while learning different styles of dance such as Cha Cha, Samba, Jive, Disco to hits from the 70’s 80’s, 90’s and 00’s. No dance partner needed, but I advise to bring some friends along. Suitable for all levels, the classes will start on January 14 and for more information contact 086 1651026.

Shy Centre

Southside Community Auricular Acupuncture Clinics, take place in the Shy Centre, St. John’s Park, Waterford (051 876468 or 087 6394065). The clinics take place on Mondays from 5pm to 6pm. A 40-minute treatment costs €5. However the first treatment is free. The benefits of Auricular Acupuncture have been proven to be efficient at reducing stress and promoting detox. Regulars also report a whole host of other benefits such as pain relief. Clinics are run in a group setting there is no need to book. 

Knitting Classes

Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre will be hosting free knitting classes for beginners, one day a week, beginning on Thursday, February 6. THe 10-week course will take place from 2pm -4pm each week. The Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre is located at Richardson's Meadow, Old Tramore Road, Waterford (X91DNYO). For more information contact Elaine on 051 306728 or email: info@sacredheartfrc.ie 

Men's Cooking Classes

Free men's cooking classes will be taking place in Waterford over the coming weeks. The classes will begin on Friday, January 24, and will take place one day a week for 10 weeks. The classes will be in the Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre, Richardson's Meadow, Old Tramore Road, Waterford (X91DNYO). For more information contact Elaine on 051 306728 or email: info@sacredheartfrc.ie 

Baking Classes

Free baking classes will take place one morning a week in the Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre, in Richardson's Meadow, Old Tramore Road, Waterford. The classes will continue for eight weeks and will begin on Tuesday, February 4, and will be held from 10am to 12noon. For more information contact Elaine on 051 306728.

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