Local Notes: Christmas mass and clubs and classes for the new year
New Term Spanish classes- new term in Waterford. Stock Image.
The death has sadly occurred on Saturday, December 13, of Mr Sean Cuddihy, Ursuline Crescent, Kilcohan, Waterford. Formerly of St. John's Park, Waterford. Late of Waterford Crystal.
Predeceased by his loving brothers and sisters. He is survived by his loving wife Eileen, sons Des, Johnny, David, Gavin, daughters Sandra, Linda, daughters-in-law Trish, Jacqui, Nicola, son-in-law Mickey, his 21 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Sean will be sadly missed by all his relatives, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Requiem Mass took place on Monday, December 15, in the Sacred Heart Church, The Folly, Waterford, at 1pm, followed by burial in Slieverue Church Cemetery, Co. Kilkenny.
Condolences are extended to Sean family, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
The death has sadly occurred on Monday, December 15 2025, of Mrs Eileen (Eily) Ryan née Power, Saint John’s Park, Waterford.
Predeceased by her beloved daughters, Maria and Sharon.
She is survived by her loving husband Peter, her loving children Teresa, Billy, Peter, Bernadette, Paul, Noleen, Denise, David, Gary, Elaine and Michelle, her adoring grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-granddaughter.
Eily will be fondly remembered by her sisters Breda, Josie and Teresa, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, extended family, neighbours and wide circle of friends.
Eileen (Eily) will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family, neighbours and wide circle of friends.
Requiem Mass took place on Friday, December 19, at 11am in The Sacred Heart Church, The Folly.
Eily was laid to rest in Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Ballygunner.
Condolences are extended to Eileen's family, relatives and friends.
May she rest in peace.
We welcome Freya Everleigh Ryan and Isaac J. Anthony Ryan into our Christian Community through Baptism.
Please keep them, their parents and godparents in your prayers.
Baptism enquiries / bookings please email: sacredheartparishinfo@gmail.com.
December Monday 22nd - 10am and 7pm. Tuesday 23rd - 10am and 7pm Christmas Eve: 10am (Confessions after Mass), 7pm. Midnight Christmas Day: 8:30am; 10am; 11:30am. Friday 26th - 10am. Saturday 27th - 10am and 6:30pm * Sunday 28th - 8:30am; 10am and 11:30am * Monday 29th - 7pm * Tuesday 30th - 10am * Wednesday 31st - 10am and 7pm January 2026 * Thursday 1st - 10am * Friday 2nd - Regular Mass schedule resumes.
The annual Christmas Day dinner for those in need, under the auspices of the Knights of St. Columbanus, will take place as usual, at 12:30pm on Christmas Day at St. Joseph’s School, Parnell Street, Waterford.
This function has now been running without a break for well over 80 years.
Anyone, particularly those who are far from home who would not otherwise enjoy a Christmas dinner on that day are very welcome - just turn up at 12:30pm.
The dinner is completely free to all attending.
The Centre will close on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 and will re-open on Friday, January 2, 2026.
The Management and Staff of the Butlers Centre wish all their Customers a very Happy Christmas and a Peaceful and Prosperous New Year.
Outrage Foróige club and Warriors junior Foróige club held a joint Christmas party last Thursday. A great time was had by everyone.
Both clubs would like to thank the management and staff of Butler’s Community Centre, parents, and leaders for all their help and support during the year clubs will close on Thursday, December 18 and will be back in January for another exciting year.
Whist Club (card game) at the Butler Center, 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.
Ever played indoor pickleball? Try a game at Butler Community Centre, just book at www.sportskey.com, we'll have the court, net, bat and balls ready. Pickleball is a paddle sport combining elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, played by two or four players on a badminton-sized court with a net.
Players use paddles to hit a plastic ball over the net until a fault is committed, such as failing to return the ball, making a serve illegal, or stepping into the non-volley zone (the "kitchen") to hit the ball.
The game is typically played to 11 points, win by two, with only the serving team able to score points.
Whether you're brand new to table tennis or looking to sharpen your basics, come join us in a friendly and fun environment, led by qualified coaches who will guide you every step of the way.
Our Open Play sessions on Tuesdays 8–10pm and Fridays 6–8pm, in Butler’s Community Centre, Waterford.
Let’s play, have fun, and grow together as a community.
New Term Spanish classes- new term in Waterford. Our new term schedule at Ola Languages is ready.
Key Dates & Courses: Term Starts: Week of January 19, 2026, Location: Butler Community Centre.
Adults and children, 10-week term, grinds.
Schedule details & bookings https://olalanguages.ie/waterford/
Early bird discount: secure your spot and pay your deposit before December 31, 2025 and get: €20 off all adult courses and grinds €10 off all children’s courses.
What’s a class like at Ola Languages?
Expect a dynamic and encouraging space where you’ll: Build your vocabulary.
Practice real-life conversations. Get pronunciation support.
Learn grammar painlessly, all while enjoying the process.
Over 65 years of age and living in Waterford City? Garden care and maintenance, smoke alarm installation, power washing, minor DIY and repairs and more.
Just contact the Care & Repair Team for your free on-site visit. 0830927806/051841740 or email: careandrepair@wap.ie.
Our Care and Repair Team is experienced and fully Garda Vetted.
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 are available, including counselling, art therapy, acupuncture, music therapy, reflexology reiki, cranio sacral therapy, life coaching.
One to one supports 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.
The Solas Men’s Hub is a new monthly activity-based group for men living with a cancer diagnosis.
Join a group of men who understand what you’re going through.
Our group offers connection and support through shared activities.
Gentle group activities once a month - gentle sporting activities, games, visits to places of interest.
Peer support from men who’ve been there.
Relaxed, friendly meet-ups.
We would like to say a special thank you to all the young people and parents who donated items to the homeless.
We donated it all to Helping Hand Waterford and they were delighted with it.
We hope all the young people and parents have a Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. We are finishing up on December 19 and we will be back in the New Year. Tracey, Lesley & Ceilinn"
Southside Community Auricular Acupuncture Clinics
SHY Centre, St. John’s Park, Waterford 051-876468, 087-6394065
Hi Folks I’m writing to remind people that there is community Auricular Acupuncture Clinics being run in your area: Where? SHY Centre, St. Johns Park.
When: 5pm-6pm, Monday, SHY Centre. How Much €5 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.
What should I expect to happen?
When you arrive at a clinic, you will be invited to sit down and fill out a consent form.
The worker will explain the treatment. The worker will place five sterilised needles into the outer shell of each ear at specific points.
You then sit back and relax for forty minutes listening to nice music in a room surrounded by candles.
Why not come along and give it a go?
