Local Notes: Drama classes, chair yoga, coffee morning, ladies lunch and more
The Solas Walk and Run for Life will take place in October. Stock image
The death sadly occurred on Thursday, August 22, of Mr Frank Ryan, College Mews, The Folly, Waterford, and formerly of Priory Lawn, Ballybeg, Waterford and Ruskie, Roscommon. Predeceased by his loving wife Mary, he is survived by his loving sons Kevin and Pat, daughters Michelle, Clare and Laura, Kevin’s partner Aimee, Pat’s partner Sharon, son-in-law Sean, grandchildren Clodagh, Adam, Zoe, Alana, Saoíse, Lucy and Alex, brothers Jim, Gerald, Dermot, Kevin and John, sister Maura, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Frank will be sadly missed by all his family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Requiem Mass took place on Wednesday, August 28, at 10 am in St. Saviour's Church, Ballybeg, followed by burial in Kilbarry Cemetery. Condolences are extended to Frank's family, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
The death sadly occurred on Wednesday, August 28, of Eleanor Power, St. John's Park, Waterford and late of Tesco, Ballybeg, Waterford. A loving daughter, mother, sister, aunt and friend she was predeceased by her loving mother Dina. She is survived by her loving father Jim, daughter Katie and son Kyle, brothers John and Frank, her sister Gemma, sisters-in-law Karen and Siobhan, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends. Eleanor will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family, neighbours and friends, Requiem Mass took place on Saturday, August 31, in the Sacred Heart Church, The Folly, Waterford, at 11am, followed by burial in St Otteran's Cemetery, Ballinaneeshagh, Cork Road, Waterford. Condolences are extended to Eleanor's family, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
Sacred Heart Church welcomes Brooke Lena Hanrahan, Tyler John Murphy and Mikey Richard Fitzgerald into our Christian Community through Baptism. Please keep them, their parents and god-parents in your prayers. Baptism enquiries / bookings please email: sacredheartparishinfo@gmail.com
The Children’s Liturgy group will resume on Sunday, September 1, at the 11.30am Mass. Children’s Liturgy is a structured time during Mass where children of primary school age are invited to the parish centre, under the supervision of the children’s liturgy team of adults, to reflect on the scripture readings of the day at a language and comprehension level that is suitable for their age group.
A new term of Yes Drama is back at Butler Community Centre. The sessions take place on Saturdays from 10am for those aged 4 to 7 and at 11am for those aged 8 to 12. To register contact yesdrama.contact@gmail.com or contact Fabi on 083 8103977. There is a siblings discount available.
Chair Yoga in Bulter Community Centre, Room 5, St John’s Park Waterford (X91 FEP4) will take place from Monday, September 23, from 10am to 10.45am. The cost will be €8. Move with confidence, improve your flexibility, mobility, balance and co-ordination with chair yoga, classes lead by experienced yoga and Pilates teacher. For more information or to book your place contact Grainne on 087 6370502 or email hello@graforfitness.ie
Alternatively, to book online go to www.graforfitness.ie/class-schedule
The Whist Club in the Butler Community Centre, St. John's Park, takes place on Tuesday’s at 7.30pm. They would love to see all their old players attend and new players are also very welcome. The cost is €5 per person.
Waterford Shotokan Karate beginners classes are starting now in Butler Community Centre. We Teach Traditional Shotokan Karate self defense, respect, leadership skills, confidence building, self discipline and it develops character. All ages are welcome on Tuesdays 7pm to 8pm and Thursdays, also from 7pm to 8pm.
An Age Well Coffee Morning will take place on Friday, September 13, in the Tower Hotel, Waterford at 9.45am to be seated. Please register by Friday, September 6. For more information or to register email edelfinan@wwetb.ie or telephone on 086 0845354
Waterford Older People’s Council will hold its Annual General Meeting in the Mary Strangman (Large Room) at City Hall, Waterford, on Wednesday, September 18. All are invited to the event which will take place from 2pm to 4pm. It will be chaired by the Older People’s Council Executive, Susan O’Connor and addressed by the Ombudsman, Ger Deering. Light refreshments will be provided for those attending the event. Information will also be provided at several stands located throughout the room.
A very big happy birthday is wished to John Tebay, who celebrated his 70th birthday on Wednesday, August 28. John celebrated over the weekend with his family and friends, Birthday wishes come to you John from all your family and wide circle of friends. Happy 70th Birthday John. A very big happy birthday is also wished to Helen Hayes, who celebrated her 40th birthday on Wednesday, August 28. Helen celebrated over the weekend with her family and friends. Birthday wishes come to you Helen from all your family and wide circle of friends. Happy 40th birthday Helen.
The Solas Ladies Lunch will take place on Saturday, September 14, in Faithlegg House Hotel. Due to late cancellations we have limited tickets available for the event. For more information or to book tickets contact 051 304604 or email: events@solascentre.ie
The Solas Run and Walk for Life will return in October to the streets of Waterford City and Dungarvan. The event will take place in Dungarvan on Saturday, October 12, and in Waterford City on Sunday, October 13.
The 10K Run and Walk in Dungarvan will start at 10am at Walton Park while the event in Waterford City will begin, the following day, on the Quay. A new 4K family walk has been added to both Waterford and Dungarvan this year to encourage families to take part in tandem with the 10K routes. The popular virtual option is also available and workplaces are being encouraged to once again #GoOrangeForSolas. Registration is open online at www.solascentre.ie. The registration fee is €25 per adult and €15 per child. This fee includes a t-shirt and an event medal, kindly sponsored by Eirgen Pharma.
Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre Waterford will be running a free, seven-week, 'Nutrition & Pilates for Menopause' programme, beginning on Tuesday, September 17, for one morning a week, from 9.30am to 11.30am. For more information or to register for your place please contact Maria on 051 306728.
A free Parents Plus Programme will be taking place in Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre, Waterford, for parents of children aged up to 7 years. It will begin on October 2, and will take place from 10am to 12.30pm, one morning a week. If you would like to reduce your stress as a parent and build your child's confidence, learning and positive behaviour then why not come along to this programme. To register your place now ring Anne on 051 306728.
A free support progamme for parents of children experiencing anxiety will be running in Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre, Waterford, from Friday, September 13. The programme will run one morning a week from 9.30am to 11.30am. This programme will be facilitated by a Creative Arts Therapist in a confidential space. For more information or to register for your place please contact Elaine on 051 306728. Participants must be willing to commit to the 10 weeks of the programme.
Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre Waterford would love you to join us for our Creative Writing Programme which will be starting on Thursday, September 12, for 10 weeks. The sessions will take place from 11am to 1pm. The programme will be free to attend and is being funded by WWETB Adult & Community Education. It will be facilitated by Derek Flynn. For more information ring Elaine on 051 306728, however, places are limited so ring to secure your place.
The Shy Project, Waterford & South Tipperary Community Youth Service, are seeking volunteers, (one to two hours weekly commitment), to join their Homework Club. The club offers homework support for primary school boys on Monday and Thursday afternoons from 2.30pm to 3.30pm. This is an opportunity to develop relationships with the younger generation in your community and make a positive impact on their lives. For further information please contact Rachel: 086 8589871 or Tracey on 086 1831555.
