Local Notes: Local market, open community meeting and connected communities
The Connected Communities Roadshow will visit Kilmacthomas on April 7
Stradbally Community Development Group supported by Waterford Leader Partnership is dedicated to developing a community-focused strategy for the future. There will be an open meeting for the whole community on Monday, March 3, 8.15pm in Stradbally GAA Club. This group currently includes individuals and representatives from existing community organisations. If you are interested in joining the group don't hesitate to email us at stradballycomdev@gmail.com.
Following last year's successful initiative, the connecting communities roadshow series returns again this year. Waterford City and County Council, in partnership with community groups and stakeholders, will host a series of Connecting Communities Roadshows from February through to May, throughout the city and county. The initiative is spearheaded by Healthy Waterford and Waterford PPN in collaboration with organisations such as Waterford Leader Partnership, Waterford Area Partnership, Creative Waterford, HSE, Emergency Services, UPMC Whitfield and Waterford Sports Partnership, to name but a few. The nearest roadshow for our local area will be in the Rainbow Hall in Kilmacthomas, on Monday, April 7. This event is free and members of the public are invited to call in anytime between 5.30pm and 7.30pm. Keep an eye out on social media for reminders of where it is all happening from February right through until May. To find out more please contact Eoin Morrissey, Community Department of Waterford City and County Council, or Muriel Tobin PPN Waterford Co-ordinator.
The shoppers were delighted to escape the horrible weather recently and welcomed the lovely warm stove at the Cove Bar. The tables were filled with lovely fresh produce and home baking for sale. There were carrots, potatoes, onions, lettuce, strawberries, tomatoes, oranges and Lemons, honey and eggs, brown, white and currant bread, scones, tarts, buns, sausage rolls, jams, relish, and knitwear. There was something for everyone. The smaller tables were filled with ladies enjoying the tea and chat, You can preorder any of the products on sale by calling Margaret on 087 6337215 just drop by and pick up. Call in any Saturday it all happens from 10am onwards.
