Local Notes: Fitness classes, youth clubs and a quiz night
There is a range of exercise classes for the over 50s in the St John's Park/ Kilcohan area of Waterford. Stock Image.
The death has sadly occurred on Saturday, October 18, 2025, of Mrs. Theresa Colfer, nee Hayes, Larchville, Waterford.
Formerly of St John’s Park, Waterford. Predeceased by her loving husband Noel, grandson Conor and brother Maurice. She is survived by her loving sons Alan, David and Neil, daughters Jean and Miriam, grandchildren Ciara, Cillian, Laura, Sam, Alex, James, Art and Meabh, sons-in-law Mark and Mark, daughter-in-law Suzanne, her sisters Mary, Jo and Helen, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Theresa will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Requiem Mass took place on Tuesday, October 21, at 12pm in the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Butlerstown, followed by burial in the Adjoining Cemetery.
Condolences are extended to Theresa's family, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
We welcome Amelia Christina Moran Nolan, Alaïa Louise Moran Nolan and Sam Richard Dawson into our Christian Community through Baptism. Baptism enquiries / bookings please email: sacredheartparishinfo@gmail.com.
For those who wish to remember anniversaries, birthdays and other special occasions of loved ones, the Mass Intentions Diary for 2026 will be open for bookings from Monday, November 3 2025.
For bookings, phone the Parish Office on 087-1866293 or email: sacredheartparishinfo@gmail.com.
Join us for Family Day at Holy Family Mission, Glencomeragh House, Kilsheelan E91 H584, on Saturday, November 1, 2025.
Special All Saints Party with music, games, dress-up and saints parade! Bring a packed lunch.
Donation only. Pre-booking is essential.
For further information. Email: info@holyfamilymission.ie or Phone 052-6133181.
All are welcome.
Supporting your anxious child -Workshops coming up in November with Play Therapist Treasa Forristal.
Support your child in managing change and anxiety.
Suitable for parents/ guardians/ carers. Central Library, Friday, November 14, 2025, at 10:15am 051 849975.
Ardkeen Library Friday 21 of November 2025 at 10:15am 051 849755.
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.
Are you new to Waterford? Would you like to meet new people and learn how to sew. Would you like to learn how to mend and upcycle your clothes?
On Wednesday, we have a sewing class.
Join us and enjoy learning a new craft in Butler Community Centre, St John’s Park, X91FEP4 for more information 085 8659613.
Golden Girls aerobics Fitness in Butlers Community Hall €6 pay-as-you-go on Mondays from 10.15am – 11am.
All levels class that includes exercises to increase strength, improve coordination.
Fitness and memory retention in a fun non non-intimidating environment.
On Wednesday from 11am – 11.45am chair exercise class: low impact fitness class geared to Active Adults 50+.
Great class for those who wants to improve bone density, cardio fitness, balance to stay strong, mobile and independent.
On Fridays from 11am – 11.45am.
Class combines very gentle mat Pilates exercises for over 50’s who want to develop core strength, find relief from tight muscles and back pain.
Take the class at your own pace and have fun. For further information, contact Anna on 0872881173, email: annahawrylak@icloud.com.
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 Friday, 6–8pm, in Butler’s Community Centre, Waterford.
Let’s play, have fun, and grow together as a community.
The club is looking for new members aged between 10 to 12 Years of age.
We meet in the Butler community centre, John’s Park, every Thursday night from 7 to 8 pm.
Pool, games, Music and pizza. Please contact David 0876542297 for more information.
Foróige clubs Warriors and Outrage Foróige clubs for boys and girls age 10 to 18 are now open for new members, from all across Waterford, every Thursday in the Butler Community Centre, St. John’s Park.
Activities for Warriors, 10-12 year olds, include arts and crafts, games, day trips and lots more. Fun from 7 – 8pm.
Outrage Foroige ages 13 + Activities include sports, weekends away, games , and community work from 8pm - 9:30pm.
All are welcome. For more information, phone David on 0876542297.
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.
The wait is almost over. Halloween at the Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens begins Friday, October 17 to October 31.
Join us every day, 11am–5pm, for our Daytime Halloween Experience: Spirits of the Kwaidan Forest Japanese Spirit Path Ghost & Witches Walk, Spider Web & Skeleton Patch and lots of eerie surprises.
Perfect for adults & little monsters alike, don’t miss it.
Older adults are invited to join us for a Body Positive Movement Workshop with Dance Yourself Free with tutor Sinéad Gould.
This free event is in the Central Library on Wednesday, October 29, at 10am.
Booking is essential, as spaces are limited. Call 051 849755.
Our Festive Tea tickets are now on sale at the Theatre Royal Waterford.
Tickets are €35 available to purchase from Theatre Royal Box Office on 051 874402 or online at https://theatreroyal.ie.
Join us for a fun filled, festive afternoon at the Granville Hotel on Saturday to Sunday, November 29-30, 2025 3pm – 6.30pm.
Tea served sharp at 3pm.
Over 18's event 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, 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.
Applications are now open for the Waterford Young Playwright 2025 award valued at €2500 for a young playwright aged between 15 - 30.
Applicants must have either been born or are living in Waterford or have some connection to the city or county.
Applicants will be invited to submit a ten-page extract from an existing play, along with an outline for a new work and an indication of how the award would benefit them in their pursuit of a playwriting career.
The award will be administered by the Ted and Mary O’Regan Arts Bursary and the closing date for receipt of submissions is Friday, October 31 at 5pm. For further details.
Please visit: https://www.waterfordyoutharts,com.
Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre is running a nine week Free Online Parents Plus Early Years Programme For parents of children aged 0-7 years of age, this will be Online in the evening from 7-9pm on evening a week.
If you or anyone you know may be interested, please ring Anne on 051306728 or email info@sacredheartfrc.ie .
We are hoping to start this in early October to have it completed before Christmas.
Free Creative Mindfulness for children aged between 7-11years of age.
In Sacred Heart Family Resource, Waterford.
Starting on Thursday, October 16, 3:15 to 4.30pm.
If you have a child or know somebody who would benefit from this programme, please ring Anne on 051306728 or email info@sacredheartfrc.ie.
Places are limited, so early registration is recommended.
Book your spot at our family disco, limited tickets available. For info, contact Michelle on 0868557041.
Pumpkin carving competition, scarecrow competition, fancy dress games and dancing on Thursday, October 30 at 5pm in Carbally community centre.
Admission €5, family of five- €20.
Sacred Heart Family Resource Centre is having a Quiz Night to raise funds for a Christmas Party for Older People.
We would love you to join us on the night, €20 per table of 4 people.
There will be a raffle on the night, so come along to Heffernan's Pub, Kilcohan on Thursday, November 6 2025, at 7.30pm and join in the fun.
Worried about electricity or gas bills this winter? You’re not alone.
The CRU has extended key protections for energy customers, including a disconnection moratorium and improved support for those using prepay meters or facing arrears.
Learn what’s changing and how MABS can help you stay connected and in control this winter. Read the blog: https://mabs.pulse.ly/czfemczzo6.
Need support? Call MABS at 0818 07 2000.
