Local Notes: Tai Chi, musical theatre and student fundraiser night
If you are curious about Tai Chi or looking for a healthy habit to care for your body and mind, you are very welcome to the class at the Butler Community Centre. Stock Image.
The death has sadly occurred on Sunday, January 18 2026, of Mrs Bernie Dwyer, nee Ryan Castlewoods, Ballinamona, Old Tramore Road, Waterford. Formerly of Pearse Park, Ursuline Road, Waterford.
Predeceased by her loving husband Johnny, her brothers and sisters, son-in-law Tommy and grandsons Jason and Mark.
She is survived by her loving son Michael, daughters Jean, Bernadette (Bernie) and Mary, daughter-in-law Rita, sons-in-law Tommy and Stephen, her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Bernie will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Requiem Mass took place in Sacred Heart Church, The Folly, on Wednesday, January 21, at 1pm, followed by burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ballygunner.
Condolences are extended to Bernie's family, relatives and friends.
May she rest in peace.
Check out our latest art display in Ardkeen Library.
Ayona is a second year student in St Angelas Ursuline and a very talented artist who works in paint marker, watercolours and digitally.
Saturday, January 31 Mount Sion C.B.S. and Scoil Lorcain are hosting a fundraiser night at Kilcohan Park Greyhound Stadium on Saturday, January 31, at 7pm in support of their Student Lorek and his family.
Tickets cost €10 and are available from the office at Mount Sion CBS, Barrack Street. There will also be a raffle on the night.
Please support this worthy cause and have fun doing so.
All girls welcome to try out Gaelic football, come along on Mondays, 6 – 7pm.
It’s free, ages under 8s – under 10s in Butlers Centre, St John’s Park, Waterford.
Build new skills and confidence while having fun and making new friends.
Contact Liz 0879368847.
Another term of these fantastic classes starts in mid-January.
Build your child's confidence and make new friends at Butlers Community Centre, St John’s Park, Waterford fully qualified dance and drama teacher, all inclusive classes, beginners welcome.
Preschool 9am, Junior and senior infants 10am and first and fourth class 11am.
To register Contact Sarah Whatsapp: 0863728263, email: sarahacorcoran8@gmail.com.
Are you looking for a gentle way to improve your health, balance, and overall well-being?
I warmly welcome new beginners to join my Tai Chi classes.
Tai Chi is a slow and mindful practice that helps to: Improve balance and stability Support physical and mental health, reduce stress and tension, and increase body awareness and relaxation.
No previous experience is needed. The movements are easy to learn and suitable for all ages.
We take things step by step in a calm and supportive environment.
If you are curious about Tai Chi or looking for a healthy habit to care for your body and mind, you are very welcome to join us.
Feel free to message me for more details. I look forward to practising together, starting Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 10am to 11am in Butler Community Centre, Waterford (051) 876907, mobile 0874343527.
We also have a Tai chi class on Monday night and Wednesday morning. No experience required.
Gentle movements All Welcome.
Warriors Junior Foróige Club are looking for new members, boys and girls aged between 10 to 12 years of age.
We meet in Butler Community Centre every Thursday night, 7 to 8 pm.
Foróige Club is a place for young people to hang out, meet new friends, get involved in activities and have a voice.
Limited places available⯠Outreach Foroige Youth Club Outrage Foroige Youth Club meet in Butler Community Centre every Thursday night, 8pm -9.30pm.
Meet new friends, get involved in activities and have a voice.
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 are on Tuesdays 8–10pm, and on Fridays 6–8pm in Butler’s Community Centre, Waterford.
Let’s play, have fun, and grow together as a community.
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 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.
For enquiries, please feel free to call the Solas Cancer Support Centre on 051 304604 or email info@solascentre.ie.
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.
Put on your comfy shoes and come join us for a fun, feel-good dance fitness class every Thursday from 7pm–8pm at the Solas Cancer Support Centre.
We kick things off on Thursday, January 15 and will be dancing together for six weeks — no experience needed, just come as you are and enjoy moving to the music!
This class is open to female clients of Solas with a cancer diagnosis.
Well Festival of Arts and Wellbeing 2026 invite readers to share their favourite feel-good poetry and prose.
Do you reach for a poem to be inspired? Does a good book lift your spirits?
If yes, then the Well Festival of Arts and Wellbeing 2026 would love to hear from you!
The festival is calling on literature lovers to submit their favourite piece of writing (not self-written) for consideration for Sunshine: sharing writings to brighten our souls, the ever-popular event to celebrate the joy of reading.
The Book Centre, Waterford, on Friday, February 20, 2026.
Submissions should be emailed to info@realta.ie by Tuesday, February 3, with “Sunshine” in the subject line.
Successful applicants will be invited to share their selections with the public at this uplifting evening of readings and music.
Further details about the festival will be available from www.wellwaterford.com from Tuesday, January 27.
The Playful Communities initiative supports children and adults to safely play outdoors, and resident groups and support agencies are invited to apply to participate.
Building on last year’s success, several Playful Neighbourhoods and Communities initiatives will be delivered across Waterford City and County between May and September 2026.
To apply :https://www.surveymonkey.com. For more information, please email eoinmorrissey@waterfordcouncil.ie by Friday, February 13, 2026.
SHY Centre, St. John’s Park, Waterford 051-876468,â¯087-6394065
Hi Folks, I’m writing to remind people that there are 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 reducingâ¯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 than sit back and relax for forty minutes listening to nice music in a room surrounded with candles.
Why not come along and give it a go?
Play Pack Loan Schemes: Play Pack Loan Schemes are available now in Ardkeen Library and Central Library.
The scheme was designed to foster creativity, learning and fun for families and children within the community.
The carefully curated Play Packs contain a variety of engaging toys, games and sporting equipment suitable for children of various ages.
From toys and building blocks to puzzles and imaginative play sets, these packs are designed to spark curiosity and encourage active and imaginative play.
Author Talk with Karen Power in Central Library, Waterford: Join Karen Power, author of Butterfly Barn and On Butterfly Wings, for an engaging author talk.
Karen will share her approach to writing, research and publishing, offering insight into how her novels are brought to life.
On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 6:30pm in the Central Library, Waterford.
She will also introduce her forthcoming novel, set in Waterford, which weaves together the story of a nineteenth-century lady and a twenty-first-century woman in a rich blend of historical and contemporary fiction. Booking essential - please contact us on 051849975 or CentralLibrary@waterfordcouncil.ie to book your spot.
Are you caring for or supporting a loved one with mental health challenges?
This free five-week online programme is designed especially for family carers and supporters.
Explore self-care, recovery concepts, boundaries, communication skills, and available supports & services. Dates: 15, 22, and 29 of January 15, 22 and 29 and February 5 & 12. Time: 10am – 12.30pm.
Online | Limited spaces – booking essential. To register,email:recoverycollegesoutheast@gmail.com Or call: 086 174 6330 Because no one should have to care alone. In partnership with Mental Health Ireland, Family Carers Ireland & HSE Mental Health Services.
