Local Notes: Tractor run, a bingo night for a good cause and Christmas movie magic returns
Forum Bingo in Waterford is hosting a bingo night on Tuesday, November 18, fundraising for Waterford Helping the Homeless. Stock Image.
The death has sadly occurred on Saturday, November 1, 2025, of Mrs. Mary Everett Ballydavid, Woodstown, Co. Waterford and Rathmines, Dublin. Late of the Central Bank of Ireland.
Predeceased by her loving father Alan.
She is survived by her loving Mother, Annette, sister Catherine, brother-in-law Edgardo, nieces Nola, Bebhinn and José, her ex-husband Edmond Hearne and her aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.
Mary will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family and friends.
Requiem Mass took place on Wednesday, November 5, in St. John the Baptist Church, Crooke, at 1:30pm, followed by burial in Crooke Cemetery.
Condolences are extended to Mary's family, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
The death has sadly occurred on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, of Mr. Jimmy Bambrick, Callaghane Road, Ballygunner, Waterford.
Late of University Hospital Waterford.
Predeceased by his loving parents Madge and Paddy, sisters Catherine, Agnes, Ann and Eileen, brothers Patrick and Tommy.
He is survived by his loving wife Mary, sons Shane and Gary, daughter Linda and partner, grandchildren Rian and Maryann, sisters, brothers, daughter-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Jimmy will be sadly missed by all his relatives, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Requiem Mass took place in St. Mary’s Church, Ballygunner, Waterford, on November 8 at 10.30am.
Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Condolences are extended to Jimmy's family, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
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The Novena Of Masses For All Souls The Novena Of Masses For All Souls will begin on Monday, November 10, at 10.30am and continue until Tuesday, November 18. On Sunday, November 16,
Mass will be at 10am. All the envelopes containing the names of your loved ones will be placed in front of the altar during those Masses.
All are welcome to join us, in person or via livestream, as we remember and give thanks for our departed family and friends.
Safeguarding representatives for our Parish are Michael Maher and Mary O’Sullivan. If you have a safeguarding concern, contact the Diocesan Designated Liaison Person, Mr Stephen Plunkett at 085 1651518 or Anne Walsh at 089 485 8845.
Loop Induction System Hearing aid users at St. Joseph & Benildus Church: digital aids work automatically, while others should switch to "T" for clear PA sound.
Coffee Morning Every Wednesday morning immediately after 10.30 am Mass at St. Joseph & Benildus Church. Everyone is welcome to attend. No booking required, just show up. We hope to see some new faces.
Lourdes tractor and vintage run, Sunday, 9 of November 2025, Gardenmorris Estate, Kill, Co. Waterford.
Registration at 11:00am. Raffle on the day. Refreshments Served.
In aid of Lourdes Pilgrimage Volunteers Travel Fund.
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, the 29 or Sunday, November 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, 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.
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.
On Monday, November 10 the Men’s Hub will meet in the Butlers Centre, St John’s Park, Waterford, for Walking Soccer.
The Group will meet at 11am and have refreshments afterwards.
All abilities are welcome- this is a modified version of soccer that uses walking instead of running, making it a low-impact activity.
Booking is essential, please call 051 304604 or email info@solascentre.ie to reserve a place.
There is no charge for these activities, and we would ask participants to make their own transport arrangements.
Forum Bingo in Waterford is hosting a bingo night on Tuesday, November 18, fundraising for Waterford Helping the Homeless.
Tickets are €10 each and there will also be a raffle held on the night.
If you're interested in buying tickets for the bingo, please get in touch.
Thanks again to Forum Bingo, who have always been good friends to Waterford Helping the Homeless.
The Street Where You Live has been overwhelming, and as such, I have decided to open the launch of the book to the public.
The launch will be on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 7 to 9 o'clock in the Trinity Suite, Granville Hotel, The Quay, Waterford.
If you are living in Waterford and the surrounding districts, please make it to the launch.
If you can’t make it, I will make alternative arrangements to get the book to you.
I will be signing the book for those who purchase it at the launch. The cost of the book will be €30.
Supporting your anxious child Workshops 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, November 21, 2025 at 10:15am 051 849755.
The Silent Book Club Are you someone who likes peace and silence? Do you love to read but find book clubs just too full of chatter?
Try our new Silent Book Club starting at Ardkeen Library on Tuesday, November 11 - the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded book-lovers!
All welcome - just come along, bring a book and find out more!
On the History of Irish Lifting Stones" with David Keohan in Ardkeen Library on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at 6:30pm- Free Event - Booking Required.
Contact Ardkeen Library on 051 849755 or ardkeenlibrary@waterfordcouncil.ie.
David Keohan talks to us about the Irish ancient art of stone lifting, his own research into the practice through the his travels around Ireland and historical research. David AKA Indiana Stones, an avid musician and kettlebell athelete, is working to reanimate an entire lost culture of strength in Ireland, namely Stone lifting, following old folklore stories and mythologies.
Join us in Waterford Central Library for the next talk in our Central Conversations series on Wednesday, November 19 at 6:30pm.
We are delighted to welcome Architectural Historian, Dr. Siobhan Osgood, who will speak about the architectural history of Waterford Railway Station.
This is a free event, but booking is essential.
For more information and bookings, please contact Central Library on 051 949975.
Volunteer Opportunity at Ardkeen Library, Waterford.
Passionate about helping others, become a Volunteer Tutor with Age Action’s Getting Started Programme and make a real difference in someone’s life!
Help older people learn vital digital skills like: - Sending emails - Booking flights & shopping online and much more. Location: Ardkeen Library, Waterford, on Wednesdays, from 2.30pm – 4.30pm.
Get involved today! volunteering@ageaction.ie.
We're bringing back our much-loved Christmas movie as part of Winterval 2025. Giant screen, plenty of seating, cosy atmosphere, festive treats, and gluhwein for your busy parents Kicking off on Friday, November 21, you can catch ELF on the big screen at The Reg Venue.
Show times Thursday and Fridays 1pm and 3pm, Saturday and Sundays 1pm, 3pm and 5pm.
Our next Charity Breakfast fundraiser in aid of Waterford Hospice will take place on Saturday, November 15, at 10am. Breakfast will be served from 10am at our Carvery with Tea/Coffee for €15, with all proceeds going to the charity. There will be live music with Gavin the Piano Man. Join us for another great fundraiser.
