Local Notes: New dance class, choirs and a creative writing award
No pressure. Just real progress. Your first class starts Monday, May 11, in Ballygunner GAA Club at 7pm.
The death has sadly occurred on Friday, April 3, of Margaret (Maggie) Barr, late of Airfield Point, Dunmore East, Co. Waterford.
Predeceased by her beloved parents, Joan and Thomas Barr. She is survived by her loving son, Patrick (Paddy), cherished mother-in-law to Christina and devoted grandmother to Matilda.
Maggie's brothers Jim and Tommy, sisters-in-law Alison and Martina, her nieces and nephew, extended family, neighbours, and her many friends, both near and far.
Margaret will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family and wide circle of friends.
The funeral took place in Christ Church Cathedral, Cathedral Square, Waterford, on Thursday, April 9, at 11am, followed by private cremation.
Condolences are extended to Margaret's family, relatives and friends.
May she rest in peace.
The death has sadly occurred on Wednesday, April 8, of Mr Derek Coade, Grantstown Village, Waterford. Predeceased by his loving grandparents, Jack, Maureen, Jimmy and Nancy.
He is survived by his loving parents Cormac and Esther, sister Laura, brother-in-law Owen, niece Myla, nephew Danny, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Derek will be sadly missed by all his relatives, extended family, neighbours and friends. Requiem Mass took place in St. Mary’s Church, Ballygunner, on Saturday, April 11, at 12pm, followed by private cremation at a later date.
Condolences are extended to Derek's family, relatives and friends.
May he rest in peace.
Volunteer Meals-on Wheels drivers and relief drivers, can you spare an hour per week to deliver meals around the city, Monday to Friday from about 11.15am to 12.15pm.
Please contact Paula at 051 874056 or email ladylanehouse1@gmail.com.
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock on Sunday, the 3 of May 2026, led by Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan. Departure Times: Tramore (Church Car Park): 6.30am.
Waterford (Miller’s Marsh Car Park): 7am.
There will be a break at Tipperary on both the outward and return journeys.
The bus will depart from Knock at 5.30pm for the return trip. Ticket Price: €35.
Tickets are available at the Parish Office at the Cathedral, as well as at Dominican, Ferrybank, Holy Family, and St Paul’s Churches during normal office hours.
For more information or to book your seat, please contact: Michael Drohan: 089-4204804, Anne O’Connor: 051-381351, Grace O’Brien: 087-6354491.
Concert of hope in aid of Pieta featuring Adam Mernin, Dunmore East Christian Fellowship Choir, Daniel Mernin, John Stone, Katie & Molly Power, Karissa Thatcher, Mernin Brass Quartet, SETU Music School, Guitar Ensemble, Waterford Indian Sangam in St Andrew’s Church, Dunmore East on Friday, May 1, at 8pm.
Tickets €15 from John Palmer Music, Georges Street, Waterford –Costcutter, Dock Road, Dunmore East – Sean McGrath on 087 9384465.
The Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) is recruiting volunteers in Waterford to support its home visitation work – offering much-needed support, a listening ear, and practical help to people facing difficult times.
Through SVP’s local conferences, volunteers meet individuals and families in their homes, help them explore options, offer practical support, and signpost them to additional services.
A typical commitment is just a couple of hours a week, with Induction Training, Garda Vetting & guidance from experienced members.
If you are interested in becoming a Home Visitation volunteer in your community in Waterford City or the county, you can take the first step today.
Request an application form online at svp.ie/volunteer.
If you would like a chat with our Member Support Officer prior to submitting an application to hear more about what’s involved, please contact Sinead by email on sinead.wall@svp.ie or by call/text to 086 0412328.
Waterford Male Voice Choir will celebrate its 25th Anniversary by hosting an Anniversary Charity Concert in aid of the Little Sisters of the Poor, Waterford, on Friday, May 15, in the SETU Chapel, College Street, Waterford, commencing at 7.30pm.
Guest performers on the night will be the Barrack Street Concert Band and De La Salle Senior Choir, together with soloist Stephanie Ní Fhoghlú.
Tickets cost €20 can be purchased from choir members and the Little Sisters of the Poor and include Anniversary Prize Draw entry.
Limited tickets available at the door on the night (cash only).
100% of the proceeds will go directly to the charity.
A Memorial Concert in the memory of Carmel Nairn will be held in Christ Church Cathedral on Saturday, May 16, starting at 7pm, in aid of two Waterford charities that were close to Carmel's Heart, The Waterford and South Kilkenny Branch of Down Syndrome Ireland and the Waterford Viking Branch of the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind.
There will be 11 acts in total performing, comprising of choirs, soloists , Brass Band, to name but a few.
Tickets cost €20 and are available on Eventbrite, also from the Cathedral shop, or from any committee member.
Also, a Raffle on the night Solas Cancer Support Centre 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.
Let’s Talk Scam Spotting Let’s talk scam spotting on Wednesday, April 15, at 3pm in Ardkeen Library with Sgt Deirdre O Neill. Learn about common scams and online fraud and when to report to the gardaí. Booking advised 051 849755.
Spring Time Choirs at Ardkeen Library Springtime choirs at Ardkeen library this April. The Solas Choir on Tuesday, the 14 of April at 7pm, with SETU Music Department refreshments from 6.30pm, everyone is welcome.
Spring Time Choirs at Ardkeen Library Springtime choirs at Ardkeen library this April, Cor Chroi Waterford HSE Staff Choir with Waterford Healing Arts on Tuesday, April 21 at 6.30pm, refreshments from 6pm, everyone is welcome.
Comeragh Active Retirement Knitting and Crochet Group Comeragh Active Retirement Knitting and Crochet Group meeting details first and third Thursday of the month at 2pm – 4pm in Ardkeen Library. No need to book. All welcome.
Tuesday night Talk ’The Canadian Trial of the Century: the Story of Valentine Shortis with Cian Manning in Ardkeen Library on Tuesday, April 28, at 6.30pm.
This is a free event, but booking is required on 051 849755 or ardkeenlibrary@waterfordcouncil.ie.
Central Library Clothes Swap- Refresh your wardrobe and find something new to 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: 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, at 2pm.
Spring into Learning with WWETB and Waterford Libraries Central Library Waterford on Wednesday, April 15, from 1pm - 2pm.
Find out More about Apprenticeships, College, Services to Business and Skills to Advance with WWETB Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board and how your local library can help.
Martin Halley 5K Memorial Fun Run Run or walk with us on Friday, May 8, at Carbally Community Centre, Rathmoylan, Ballymacaw, Dunmore East, Co. Waterford X91 NW64.
Registration is at 6pm. Starting time: Walkers 7pm – Runners 7.30pm timed event.
Entry fee €10 for Runners – €5 for Walkers, 15 for a Family, children under 12 free. The event will be followed by the presentation of the medals at the Carbally Community Centre.
Tea and sandwiches will be available on the night.
All proceeds will go towards further development of the Carbally Community Centre.
For further information, contact Eleanor – 085 1344403.
Accent Dance Studio Elegance, made simple. No skills? Perfect. Accessible for everyone, You Can dance ballroom and Latin dance— we’ll prove it.
No pressure. Just real progress. Your first class starts Monday, May 11, in Ballygunner GAA Club at 7pm.
For more information or to book your place, contact Volodymyr Belei 087 614 053.
Dancing with Ger Get your dancing shoes on for all those Dance summer festivals coming up.
Learn to dance in a fun and relaxed way.
Suitable for everyone over 18, no partner needed. Learn to Jive, Quickstep, Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, and many more.
Beginners, 7-8pm or intermediate from 8pm to 9pm.
Contact Ger on 0868568107 Whatsapp for more info in Ballygunner GAA Club, Bishopcourt, Waterford.
