Local Notes: Youth clubs, learn Spanish and community sport
Pickleball is a paddle sport combining elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, played by two or four players on a badminton-sized court with a net. Stock Image
The death has sadly occurred on Thursday, December 25, of Mr Alan Walsh, St. John’s Park, Waterford, late of O’Sullivans Bar & Restaurant.
Predeceased by his loving grandparents and his nephews, Thomas and Jack. He is survived by his loving son Sean, daughter Ava.
He will be sadly missed by his heartbroken mum, Esther, dad Tommy, brothers Thomas and Mark, sisters Lorraine, Karen and Sarah, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Alan will be sadly missed by all his relatives, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Requiem mass took place on Saturday, January 3, 2026, in the Sacred Heart Church, The Folly, at 2:30 pm, with burial immediately afterwards in St. Otteran’s Cemetery, Ballinaneeshagh, Cork Road, Waterford.
Condolences are extended to Alan's family, relatives and friends.
May he rest in peace.
The death has sadly occurred on Monday, December 22, of Mr Joe (Joseph) Marshall, Ballytruckle Court, Waterford. Formerly of Connolly Terrace, Waterford.
Predeceased by his loving mother Bridget, father Joseph and brother Anthony.
He is survived by his loving son Conor, brother Des, sisters Deborah and Sandra, brother-in-law Paul, Joe’s partner Aimee, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Funeral prayers and Rosary at 1pm on Monday, December 29, followed by burial immediately afterwards in St. Otteran’s Cemetery, Ballinaneeshagh, Cork Road, Waterford.
Condolences are extended to Joseph's family, relatives and friends.
May he rest in peace.
Last week, we welcomed Emelia Grace into our Christian Community through Baptism.
Please keep them, her parents and godparents in your prayers.
Baptism enquiries / bookings please email: sacredheartparishinfo@gmail.com.
Spanish Classes New Term Spanish classes new term in Waterford.
Our new term schedule at Ola Languages is ready, Key Dates & Courses: Term Starts: Week of January 19, 2026, Location: Butler Community Center.
Adults and children, 10-week term, Grinds.
Schedule details & bookings https://olalanguages.ie/waterford/ What’s a class like at Ola Languages?
Expect a dynamic and encouraging space where you will build your vocabulary and practice real-life conversations.
Get pronunciation support. Learn grammar painlessly, all while enjoying the process.
Warriors and Outrage Foróige clubs for boys and girls aged 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.
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.
Ever played indoor pickleball? Try a game at Butler Community Centre, just book at www.sportskey.com, we'll have the court, net, bat and balls ready.
Pickleball is a paddle sport combining elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, played by two or four players on a badminton-sized court with a net.
Players use paddles to hit a plastic ball over the net until a fault is committed, such as failing to return the ball, making a serve illegal, or stepping into the non-volley zone (the "kitchen") to hit the ball.
The game is typically played to 11 points, win by 2, with only the serving team able to score points Table Tennis.
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 Fridays 6–8pm, in Butler’s Community Centre Waterford.
Let’s play, have fun, and grow together as a community.
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.
SHY Centre, St. John’s Park, Waterford 051-876468, 087-6394065.
Hi Folks, I’m writing to remind people that there is community Auricular Acupuncture Clinics being run in your area.
Where: SHY Centre, St. Johns Park.
When: 5pm-6pm, Monday SHY Centre.
Cost: €5.
The benefits of Auricular Acupuncture have been proven to be efficient at reducing 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.
