Local Notes: Big anniversary for Fóroige club, Argentinian tango and a clothes swap
Bring up to five pieces of clean adult clothing (in good repair) to the library, and swap them for a voucher for the same number of pieces
The death has sadly occurred on Friday, March 20, of Mrs Mary Lanigan, née Halligan, Killure Bridge Nursing Home, Airport Road, Waterford. Formerly of Connolly Place and Ivy Cottage, Upper Grange, Waterford.
The family would like to thank the staff of the Killure Bridge Nursing Home for the exceptional care shown to Mary.
Predeceased by her loving husband, Tom and her many brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her loving sons Pat, Michael and Tom, daughters Maria and Barbara, daughters-in-law Sheila, Helen and Verena, sons-in-law Jan and Nicky, grandchildren Colm, Brian, Kevin, Niall, Elaine, Jan, Emma, Connor and Fiona, great-grandchildren Katie, Leo, Aoife, Daniel, Fiadh, Oscar, Lauren and Oisin, brother Ned, brother-in-law Pakie, sister-in-law Maria, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Mary will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family, neighbours and friends. Requiem Mass took place in the Sacred Heart Church, The Folly, on Monday, March 23, at 1pm, followed by burial in St Mary’s Cemetery, Ballygunner, Waterford.
Condolences are extended to Mary's family, relatives and friends.
May she rest in peace.
The death has sadly occurred on Saturday, Marchâ¯21, of Mr Richard (Richie) O’Brien, St. John’s Park, Waterford City, Waterford / Mooncoin, Kilkenny, formerly of Suir Crescent, Mooncoin, County Kilkenny.
He is survived by his loving parents, Kieran and Kathleen, son Jamie, brothers and Sisters Joseph, Martin, Pamela, Mary, Aileen and Killian, extended family and friends.
Richard will be sadly missed by all his relatives, extended family and friends.
Requiem Mass took place on Thursday, March 26, at 11am, in the Church of the Assumption, Mooncoin. Followed by burial afterwards in the new Cemetery.
Condolences are extended to Richard's family, relatives and friends.
May he rest in peace.
Baptism Celebration
We welcome Alijah-Joe Morris Smith, Ace-Jacob Morris Smith, Cúán Mícheas Hutchinson and James Kavanagh into our Christian Community through Baptism.
Please keep them, their parents and godparents in your prayers.
Baptism enquiries/bookings please email: sacredheartparishinfo@gmail.com.
Volunteer driver required for delivery of Meals on Wheels in the St. John's Park area. The route would take an hour a week and would require the use of a vehicle.
For further information, contact Lady Lane House.
Phone: 051-874056 or email: ladylanehouse1@gmail.com.
St. Carlo Acutis Retreat for teens, aged 13-19, The Prayer Centre, Knock Shrine, April 19 from 11am - 2:30pm.
Games, testimonies, basic catechesis, crafts. Lunch will be provided.
Gift pack for each participant. Led by Fr Patrick Cahill and Holy Family Mission.
Organised by the Apostolate of Eucharistic Adoration. Limited numbers.
Must pre-register. Contact Bairtle on 086-3020948 or email carmeluich@gmail.com.
As part of the Pope John Paul II Award programme, current parish volunteer, Katelyn, a Transition Year Student in Waterpark College, will travel with the Pilgrimage, which takes place from April 15 to 22.
Katelyn has kindly offered to bring your petitions with her to Medjugorje.
Petition cards are available at the main entrance to the church.
We wish Katleyn well on her journey.
Outrage Foróige Club is inviting all past members to their 25th Anniversary celebrations on Thursday, April 16, in the Butlers Community Centre at 7:30pm.
All are Welcome.
Waterford Holistic Market on Saturday, April 4, from 2pm to 5pm, free entry in Butlers Community Centre, St John’s Park.
Holistic products, wax melts, candles, jewellery, homemade gifts, gift sets, healing treatments, crystals, angel card reading and lots more.
All welcome.
Butlers Community Centre Wellbeing for elderly people on Saturdays from 11am to 12pm, over 50s singing classes, group breathing control, vocal technique and warm-ups, singing songs you love.
Open for new members, love singing.
Join us, free Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and biscuits.
Ten per Class pay as you go booking 0894158263, maria.musicclasses@gmail.com.
Argentinian tango every week on Tuesdays from 8pm – 10pm at Butler Community Centre, St John’s Park.
Call Hernon 085 142 5573.
Whist Club (card game) at the Butler Centre, St John's Park has changed to Wednesdays at 7pm -9pm.
They would love to see all their old players and new players would be most welcome, €5 per person.
All new members welcome.
Are you looking for a gentle way to improve your health, balance, and overall well-being?
I warmly welcome new beginners to join my Tai Chi classes.
Tai Chi is a slow and mindful practice that helps to: improve balance and stability, support physical and mental health Reduce stress and tension, and increase body awareness and relaxation.
No previous experience is needed.
The movements are easy to learn and suitable for all ages. We take things step by step in a calm and supportive environment.
If you are curious about Tai Chi or looking for a healthy habit to care for your body and mind, you are very welcome to join us.
Feel free to message me for more details.
I look forward to practising together, starting Tuesday 20 January 20, from 10am to 11am in Butler Community Centre, Waterford (051) 876907, mobile 0874343527.
We also have a Tai chi class on Monday night and Wednesday morning, no experience required.
Gentle movements.
All welcome.
Support services @solascancersupportcentre 051 304604 / info@solascentre.ie.
Free professional support services are available to those affected by cancer, their families and carers in the Waterford and West Waterford area.
A wide range of services is available, including counselling, art therapy, acupuncture, music therapy, reflexology, Reiki, craniosacral therapy, and life coaching.
One-to-one support for children and adolescents. Art therapy, music therapy, play therapy and counselling.
For enquiries, please feel free to call the Solas Cancer Support Centre on 051 304604 or email info@solascentre.ie.
Services are free of charge.
For enquiries, please feel free to call the Solas Cancer Support Centre on 051 304604 or email info@solascentre.ie.
As part of Waterford Walking Week 2026, we’re inviting you to come along and try Activator Pole Walking at a free taster session.
Activator Poles are a brilliant way to get moving and are suitable for adults of different abilities.
They can help improve aerobic fitness, mobility, strength and balance – all while enjoying a walk and a chat.
Thursday, April 16, at 2pm, Dunmore East Library.
No experience needed – just come along, give it a try and see how it feels!
Free session – booking here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/.../come-try-activator-poles.
Bring a friend and join us for a relaxed and friendly walk. Let’s get active together, #Waterfordwalkingweek.
Carbally community centre annual Easter hunt on Saturday, April 42026 at 3pm.
All welcome.
Admission €3.
The Spinnaker presents a night with Penny Royal in aid of Carbally community centre on Saturday, April 11, doors open 7pm, DJ Peter till late, finger food and raffle on the night, admission €12, tickets available from committee members and in the Spinnaker, free bus back to town at the end of the night.
Refresh your wardrobe and find something new for you Europe Direct Waterford, Waterford Council's Climate Action Team and Waterford Libraries are coming together to organise a Clothes Swap on Wednesday, April 15 in Central Library, Lady Lane in Waterford City from 5pm – 6:30pm with clothes drop off from 11am onwards.
This is a free event and all are welcome.
Book your spot at:â¯https://www.eventbrite.ie/.../waterford-clothes-swap.
The Details: Bring up to five pieces of clean adult clothing (in good repair) to the library, between 11am and 5pm and swap them for a voucher for the same number of pieces.
The Swap opens from 5pm where you can browse the donated pieces and find out more about mending and bringing new life to your clothes.
The EU has a Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles to create a greener textiles sector.
The aim is a major shift inside the industry and among consumers, creating a whole new sustainable ecosystem for textiles by the end of this decade.
This event is also part of the Waterford Lifelong Learning Festival 2026.
The Arts Office, Waterford City and County Council, by kind permission of the Keane family, is now inviting entries for a previously unpublished short story for this year’s Molly Keane Creative Writing Award.
Apply online at https://waterford.submit.com/show/366.
The closing date for receipt of entries is Friday, May 1 2026, at 2pm.
Join Us for the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Charity Cycle. This Easter Sunday the 5 of April 2026, cycle with us to make a difference!
Choose between a 50K or 30K scenic cycle and help raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.
Starting Point: Leamybrien, Co.Waterford Registration: 8am. Start Time: 9am Entry Fee: €25 (Donations welcome).
Your support can help break the stigma, encourage courageous conversations around suicide, and promote mental well-being in our communities.
Grab your bike, rally your friends, and let's cycle for a great cause!
Register now by scanning the QR code or calling Liam at 087 211 9203.
Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre is hosting a Fundraising Bingo Night in the Forum on Tuesday, April 21.
If you or anyone you know would like to buy a ticket, please call the Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre, Richardson's Meadow, Old Tramore Road, Waterford.
Tickets are €10 each and there will also be a raffle on the night.
Doors open at 7pm. Eyes down at 8pm.â¯
Join Rainbows Ireland for a one-hour Zoom session for parents.
Learn how peer support helps children and young people cope with parental separation, loss and bereavement, and why it is often more effective than one-to-one support for many children.
On Wednesday, March 25 from 12:30am – 1:30pm via Zoom to register https://rainbowsireland.ie/parents.../peer-group-support.
