The following notices are ongoing...
for a date by date breakdown of events, scroll down to your preferred month

To place a your Community Notice call 051 872248
or email reception@wlrfm.com

Waterford Carers Group meeting takes place in Cheshire Home on third Tuesday every month at 7:30pm.

If there is any musicians, set dancer available on St. Patrick’s Day afternoon from 2:30pm to 3:45pm to play in a hospital, please contact on 086 109 89 93

South East Simon is a large provider of homes and food for the homeless.
They support this from their shop in Michael Street and Johnstown Industrial Estate, Waterford and are totally dependent on voluntary labour and greatly on donations.
They would appreciate any clothing and food that maybe surplus to your requirements.  If you have any queries about a donation contact 051-874838 

Fun - Adventure - Friendship - New Girl Guide Company is looking for girls age 5 - 11 to join in Waterford City area. Please contact Orla on 087 97 64 867.

In the coming few weeks there will be members of the Ballybeg Community Development Project conducting a door to door survey on the training and employment needs of the local Community. They would be very grateful for your co-operation in this matter. Without community participation Ballybeg CDP will not be able to perform to its full potential but moreover we will not be able to address and provide the services which are deemed necessary by the community. Please help them to help you by participating in the survey. Ballybeg CDP 051 35 88 29 e-mail: keyprojectballybeg@hotmail.com

Mrs. Quinn’s Charity Shop, Main Street, Dungarvan in association with the National Council for the Blind urgently requires donations of clothes and bric-a-brac. If you have a donation please contact 087 94 95 305 and a big thank you to all who have made donations already.

The Open Door by South East Simon is looking for your donations of quality men, women’s and children’s clothing, bags, shoes, coats, belts and scarves, bed linen etc. They are delighted to take baby equipment, books and bric-a-brac too. Contact 051 31 11 55 or  87 48 38. All monies raised by the shop go to fund South East Simon Community’s services throughout Waterford and the South East.
South East Simon Community is delighted to announce the start of its food distribution service from Unit 32, Johnstown Industrial Estate, Johnstown, Waterford. This is a no questions asked service and is open on Tuesday and Thursday afternoon’s between 2-4pm. To collect a food pack outside of these times contact Chris on 051 856782 or 086 120 5476. Food packs are available subject to supplies.

Dungarvan Toastmasters - develop leadership skills learn to speak and communicate effectively while having fun. Its enlightening great for building confidence when speaking in public. Then, come along and be the guest feel free to join us at the Park Hotel Dungarvan on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month at 8pm. Remember, nothing ventured, nothing gained 

Portlaw Community mother and baby swim a song programme is available to parents and also a 6 week child play and activity programme, which includes a manual to take home and use. All these are free, so contact Ronnie Moore on 086 85 69 503 or 051 39 60 06 as places are limited.

The Kilmeaden Knitting Group meets in the village room over Londis store at 10.30am on Thursday’s. They will be knitting and crochet shawls and blankets. If you are interested, come along. Wool is provided, just bring your needles. Contact Ronnie Moore 086 85 69 503.

Ballybeg Community Development Project is running a Women's Personal and Social Health course starting mid February in the Parish Centre, Ballybeg. The course is for ages 18 to 30 years. If you are interested and would like further information please contact Una at 350100 or call to meet her at the Parish Centre on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. If you are looking for a new activity for yourself? Ballybeg Community Singers meets every Wednesday at 7pm in the Parish Centre, Ballybeg. This is a new group and is led by a VEC music tutor. Why not come along, meet new people and enjoy a sing along. All are welcome. For further information please contact Una at the Parish Centre or call 350100. 

Home Instead Senior Care will be at Ardkeen Stores on the Dunmore Road every Friday from 10am to 12noon. They will have information about osteoporosis and advice on some of the foodstuffs that can help keep bones healthy. You will also be able to pick up their free information booklet “Beat the Break” – a guide to osteoporosis, healthy bones and fall prevention.     

If anyone has any musical instruments, keyboards, brass, guitars - anything at all, that they no longer want, the Klub Muzik in Tramore would be most grateful for them for pupils who do not have instruments to practice on. Contact Kay 087 9577661 or David 086 3180143. They are a non profit music club and are in the process of charitable status.

AA Public Information meeting will be held on the second Tuesday of every month in St. Paul’s Parish Meeting Room at 8pm. All are welcome. 

March 13th
To help the Simon Community recover from the theft of their fundraising efforts, the Waterford City Centre Retailers Association are holding an appeal / bucket collection on Saturday March 13th in aid of the Waterford Simon Community.

March 13th 
Top live acts have teamed up for the Haiti Earthquake Appeal on Saturday March 13th at Electric Avenue, Waterford. Hear 'The Butterfly Band', 'All Mod Cons', 'Tasty Edits' and 'UNTZ Sound System' for only €10 and all proceeds go to Haven 'Build It Week'. Gig starts at 9pm. Bring a friend! 

March 13th
Waterford Regional Garden Club’s visit to Delta Sensory Gardens in Carlow takes place on Saturday 13th. Meeting at the Dolman Hotel, Old Waterford Road, Carlow at 10:30am. Members and visitors €4(group of 10 or more). Booking is essential.
Contact Kathleen on 051 29 39 11.

Until March 15th
The Autistic Spectrum Disorder Classes in Ballygunner have been shortlisted for this Year’s AIB Better Ireland Programme Awards by our local branch at Ardkeen. Voting is now underway until 15th March and all information is available on www.betterireland.ie You can vote online or by texting: Ardkeen, followed by a space, followed by: A to 51303 (standard sms rates apply)

From March 16th
Breast Cancer Ireland 2010 in association with Waterford Harley Davidson are asking you to put away your green this St. Patrick’s Day and show your support by going pink the new pink t-shirt to raise funds for Breast Cancer Research will be available from March 16th at Waterford Harley Davidson, Ozier Park.  

March 17th & 20th
The Kilmoganny Hunt is running two Sponsored Cross Country Rides in aid of charity on St. Patrick’s Day Wednesday March 17th in Grangemockler, Co. Tipperary and on Sunday March 21st in Kells, Co. Kilkenny. Both Sponsored Cross Country Rides will commence at 12:30pm. The Cross Country Rides will be over new and exciting courses of approx 10 miles with plenty of jumping to suits all levels. For further information contact 086 25 20 301 or 086 82 48 451. 

March 18th
The month meeting of the Waterford Branch of the Naval Association will take place in The Roanmore Centre, Cleaboy Road on Thursday March 18th at 8pm. All members are requested to attend. New members welcome! So if you have done service with An Slua Muiri, Maritime Inscription, Naval Reserve or Naval Service why not come along or you could become an associate member.  

March 18th
Waterford Regional Garden Club’s meeting takes place on Thursday March 18th at 8pm Waterford Crystal Sports & Leisure Centre, Cork Road Illustrated talk by Billy Moore, plants man and gardening writer. Visitors are most welcome €5ea. Followed by raffle. Click www.thewrgc.com or contact Richard on 086 19 03 050, Kathleen on 051 29 39 11 or Anne on 087 65 02 067. 

March 19th 
A sponsored head shave in aid of Neo Natal at Waterford Regional Hospital will be held in Bridgie Terries on Friday March 19th at 9:00pm. Those being scalped are: Chopper Hayes, Patrick Ahearne, Paul Quinlan and Ollie Fahey. Music and craic and spot prizes on the night.  

March 19th
Dunmore Badminton Club is holding a Table Quiz in Beckett’s Bar and Restaurant, Dunmore Road on Friday March 19th, starting at 7:30pm. €15 per table of 3. There will also be a raffle with lots of prizes. A fun night is guaranteed. 

March 21st
Spring into Easter! Top of the Town Easter Market in aid of Waterford Educate Together National School takes place on Sunday March 21st from 12 – 3pm at the old Jute Factory, Ard Na Greine. Cakes, chocolates, crafts, food and the Easter Bunny.
All very welcome!  

March 21st – 25th & 29th - 31st   
The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will hold a Blood Donation Clinic at The Woodlands Hotel on Sunday March 21st from 12:15pm- 3:45pm and Monday 22nd, Tuesday 23rd, Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th from 4pm – 7pm. Also there will be a clinic in De La Salle, College, Newtown on Monday March 29th, Tuesday 30th and Wednesday 31st from 4pm – 7pm. Help ensure essential blood supplies are always available by giving blood regularly. 

March 23rd 
Waterford Cheshire will be holding its Annual Fundraising Table Quiz at its premises on John's Hill on Tuesday March 23rd starting at 8pm. Friends and supporters are warmly welcomed and if unable to attend are invited to drop in a spot prize in advance. 

March 23rd, April 13th & 27th
The Mother 2 Mother Group is the county's only independent breastfeeding support group in Co. Waterford. They meet twice a month, the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month in Dungarvan Youth Club, Ringnasillogue, Dungarvan. They provide a relaxed, social environment where we aim to offer advice and information in a manner that makes a mother feel empowered of her own parenting abilities. They have a library from which people coming to group can borrow books and magazines on all aspects of breastfeeding and baby care, pregnancy and baby weaning. They have a selection of toys for toddlers to play with while mums are talking. Meetings last from 10.30am to 12 noon. Next scheduled meetings are March 23rd and 13th and April 27th. Come along for a coffee and chat. Telephone 086 3914269 or e-mail mother2motherdgvn@gmail.com  

March 24th
Ballybeg Community Development Project is delighted to announce that their Health Day is happening on Wednesday March 24th from 10am to 2.30pm in the Cill Barra Community Sports Centre, Ballybeg. Are you from Ballybeg and surrounding areas, if so, then why not join them and avail of cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar and glaucoma testing, mini reflexology & massage treatments, chiropody, mini facials and nail care. Also various fitness tests and general information on many health related topics. Healthy refreshments provided. So come along and enjoy a great morning of pampering, some TLC while also focusing on your health and well being.
They are pleased to announce that the WLRfm Blastercaster with Billy McCarthy will broadcast the Deise AM programme from outside Cill Barra on the day.
This day is funded by the HSE South.

March 26th
Waterford Massed Bands presents their Annual Charity Concert 2010 on Friday March 26th at 8pm in The Sacred Heart Church, The Folly. You will hear Barrack Street Band, T.F Meagher Fife & Drum Band, Pipes and Drums of De La Salle Scout Group, City of Waterford Brass. Charities involved are: the Cardiac Rehab Unit at WRH, Waterford Simon Community (32 Johnstown Industrial Estate) and The South East Cancer Foundation (The Solas Centre). Admission is €10. Tickets are on sale from John Palmer’s, Georges Street, Waterford, Cahill’s, Main Street, Tramore, Butler’s, O’Connell Street, Dungarvan and from all the bands and charities involved.  

Until April 17th 
The Old Market House Arts Centre, Lower Main St., Dungarvan is currently showing a solo exhibition by Rayleen Clancy. In ‘Market 10’ there is a wide range of art and craft work from various artists. These exhibitions will continue until April 17th. The Arts Centre is open Tuesday to Friday 11am to 5pm and Saturdays 1pm to 5pm. Admission is free agus tá fáilte roimh gach aoinne.  

The Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on the 2nd of May. Details to follow later. This is just a preliminary notice to let people know the Pilgrimage will be going ahead this year
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Sue Ryder Foundation is a large provider of homes for the elderly.  They support this from their shop in Ballybricken, Waterford and are totally dependent on voluntary labour and greatly on donations. They would appreciate any clothing, toys, books or furniture that maybe surplus to your requirements.  If you have any queries about a donation contact 051-879425 

New Girl Guide Company in Waterford City area is looking for girls age 5 - 11 to join. 
Please contact Clare on 085-2843412 or www.girlguidesireland.ie

F.A.C.T (Fathers and Children Together) are a non profit voluntary group who provide support to single and unmarried and separated fathers in Waterford City and County.
They would like to inform people that we have a walk in support clinic on the 3rd Thursday every month where fathers experiencing separation from their children can obtain either group or one to one support and information, our service is strictly confidential and private so come along for a cup of tea and a friendly chat meetings are held at the offices of the Waterford Area Partnership, Westgate Business Park, Tramore Road, Waterford at 7pm on the 3rd Thursday each month. F.A.C.T are supported by the Waterford Area Partnership under the NDP. 

Powerboat Club for The Southeast
A new power boat in the South-East region (Dungarvan, Ardmore, Youghal, Ballycotton) has been formed. GoPowerboating will cover all powered water sports: cruising, racing, fishing, diving, wakeboarding, etc. The club will work to bring exciting activities for its members and endeavour to enhance and lobby for improved marine facilities. More information is available from www.gopowerboating.com

Would you like to improve your ability to speak in public? Men and women all over the world share a common fear of standing up in public and expressing their ideas and opinions. Speaking in public can include everything from job interviews, wedding speeches, presentations, social events, etc. Toastmasters provides a safe learning environment where you can practice speaking skills. It lets you experiment with your speaking and listening skills in a safe and positive environment. If you would like to find out more then come along to De La Salle Communicators Club, on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 8pm - 10pm at Waterford Crystal Sports and Leisure Centre. 

New Auricular Acupuncture Clinic is taking place on Monday’s between 5pm and 6.30pm in CDP Building Ballybeg. The clinic is open to community members who are seeking stress relief treatment. All treatments are €3 and treatments last between 30 and 45 minutes. The clinic is provided by the Waterford Community Based Drugs Initiative. You can phone on 051-351100 for more information. 

'The Open Door' by South East Simon at 41 Michael Street needs donations of clean, good quality clothing, shoes, bags, belts and ties, books and small ornaments and households goods for its charity shop. We also have exciting opportunities for volunteers in the shop. All monies raised from the shop supports our work with people experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless in Waterford and throughout the South East. Contact Pauline Cox, Shop Manager on 051 311166 for more information or to arrange your donation.

Dungarvan Cycling Club host a weekly beginner cycle every Sunday at 9:35am.
Meet at the Square outside Tom Curran shop. 10 kms 20 kms? We will give you a cycle to remember at your pace...if you keep it up for 10 weeks, your pace will be our pace! Contact Padraig 087-2071388 wicklow200@hotmail.com 

The Free Legal Advice Centre (FLAC) Service in Waterford will be held on the first and third Wednesday evening of every month in St. Brigid's Family and Community Centre on the Lower Yellow Road. Anybody interested in making an appointment should phone the Citizens Information Centre on 051 351133. The service is both free and confidential. Queries on all areas of law are welcome however the service is unavailable to anyone who has already engaged a solicitor to deal with the matter.

Community Response to substance misuse
Do you have questions about drugs? Do you feel you need support for yourself or someone else around drug issues? Or just want to know more to be prepared? Then you may want to contact Cityside Community Based drugs initiative (CBDI). Cityside CBDI offers support in the communities of Ferrybank, Innercity, Hillview and Gracedieu for those affected by drugs in a number of ways. If you are interested in becoming part of a community team please contact Cityside. For any services please contact Cityside Community Drugs Worker, 086 85 61 641/ 051 851 682 

If you have 4 hours per week to spare and would like to help children,
Childline is looking for volunteers for its Waterford unit. No experience necessary, full training will be provided. Contact Karne Parle on 051-595895 or e-mail kparle@ispcc.ie 

Training takes place every Monday at the R.S.C track from 7:30pm – 8:30pm for €2 per person. The Tuesday training meeting at 6:30pm in the R.S.C car park has changed to Thursday’s, meeting at Waterford Crystal Social Centre car park at 6:30pm. For more information please contact Derek Grant via waterfordac.com.

Deise Boxing Club is open at the Northern Extension. All are welcome. 

NAS (Nursing and Allied Services) is compiling a database of sports clubs, businesses and centres that have AED’s (defibrillators). They are encouraging all business and groups with an AED to register by logging onto www.nas.ie.
The information obtained will be used by NAS to get more AED’s strategically located around Waterford City and County, and subsequently the South East. 

Are you seeking residential care or respite care for an elderly relative……if so you should perhaps consider Rosedale Residential Home, Kilmacow, which is a registered charity and run by a voluntary committee as a home for the elderly of the region. You are invited to view their facilities and may do so by telephoning 051 885125 and arranging a meeting.   

The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (ISPCC) have recently opened a new mentoring project in Waterford to help support young people and families in the area. We are currently recruiting volunteers to help with this service. For more info contact Catherine at 051 591631 or email codonohoe@ispcc.ie 

Larchville Lisduggan Community Development Project recently set up a knitting group for beginners and experienced knitters which meets on Thursday mornings in the Manor St. John Building, Lisduggan. They have knitted hats which will be donated to the premature babies in WRH, and are hoping to knit some more for good causes. The group is looking for donations of wool, so if you have any leftover wool that you'd like to get rid of, please contact Tina on 051 351205.

The Causeway Tennis Club, Dungarvan is holding open for all bowling sessions every Tuesday and Thursday between 10.30 and 12.30. For more information please contact Peter Jones at Waterford Sports Partnership on 058 21191 or Miriam Matthews at the Causeway Tennis Club on 087 2885851  

The Family Support Network is announcing the set up of a Men’s Support Group. The group is for fathers living with drug use in the family. The men’s group provides critical support for fathers in this situation through meeting with other fathers in a safe and confidential environment. Support for yourself can help the whole family.For further information contact Family Support Network on 051 312 010 or 086-604 5805

Waterford Community Based Drugs Initiative, based at the Millennium Centre in Lisduggan, offers one-to-one and family support and provides education and awareness in the community on drug-related issues. You can phone on 051-351100 for more information.

South East Radiotherapy Trust (SERT) would like to advise that a free minibus service operates to University Hospital Cork & Whitfield Clinic, Waterford for 5 days a week Monday to Friday for cancer patients attending radiotherapy. Patients are collected at their homes and returned to their homes after treatment. Enquires in relation to this service can be made to Elizabeth Walsh 087 1230407 Tony Tobin 058 46035 / 087 1230805

Cityside CBDI provides a safe space in the form of a Family Support Group for concerned family members to come together to share their experiences and to support one another to get through the crises that arise. Family Support Groups meet weekly in confidence and are open to anyone who shares this concern. The main purpose of these groups is to combat the isolation and fear that substance misuse causes. There is no need to be alone with this problem for one moment longer. 
To find out more just contact the Sarah at Cityside CBDI 086 856 16 41/ 051 851 682

SOUTH: A Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Community Support Group for the South East. Host drop in evenings 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month for friendly and confidential chat to socialise and meet new people from 8-10pm in Chesire Homes, Johns Hill, Waterford. All are welcome. A LGBT DVD and book library is also available. Phone: 086 2147633 for information and free counselling service or e-mail southlgbt@gmail.com

"Tosach" have a drop-in every Wednesday morning from 10am to 12pm at 42 Barracks Street, Waterford for single mothers regarding social welfare information, rights and entitlements, general information etc.  Free of charge. For more information contact: Amy or Veronica on 051 352866

A knitting group meeting takes place in the cafe in the Manor St. John building every Thursday morning at 10:30am. Whether you are an experienced knitter or would like help starting off, you are more than welcome to bring along your needles and wool and join in. If you would like to find out more about the group, contact Tina on 351343, or call in to the CDP office in the Manor of St. John.

Roanmore Camogie Club are outdoor coaching every Saturday at 2:30pm in the Roanmore pitch, Cleaboy Road. For girls aged 5 and upwards. For further information contact: Kira Kenneally 087-6257432 or Michael Wadding 087-6793854

The Farronshoneen Youth and Community Centre offers a wide range of events for young people aged 10 to 21 living in the Dunmore Road Neighbourhood. A broad range of recreational and issue based programmes are available, such as youth groups, music and singing, crafts, dance and Warhammer. A crucial part in running these groups is the support of volunteers from the community. If you are interested in volunteering, or if you are a young person wanting to join, please contact Maeve, Marian or Emma on 051872528 or 0879506364.

Cityside Community Based Drugs Initiative has set up a weekly clinic for those wishing to receive Auricular Acupuncture as part of its plan to offer a wide range of support to local people. The clinic takes place on Monday evenings from 5pm to 6.30pm at the Edmund Rice Youth and Community Centre, Manor Street, Waterford. Anyone is welcome at the clinic and if you want to attend just ring Sarah at (086 8561641)

Support in the Community
The Community Based Drugs Initiative offers support in communities (Ferrybank, Innercity, Hillview and Gracedieu) to those affected by drugs in a number of ways. It offers one to one support for individuals and families it also provides the facility for family support groups to come together. The priority at all times is to provide a safe, confidential and non judgmental space for people who may be going through a very difficult time in their life because of drugs including alcohol. A focus of the Community Based Drugs Initiative is to promote prevention of drug misuse through raising awareness in local communities, by offering drug awareness/education programmes for Parents, Young People, Community and Voluntary Groups. Communities are supported and encouraged to identify the needs in their own area and are helped to develop plans to respond to the drug misuse issues in their community. Drop in to Abbeylands from 3-5pm on a Thursday or call to meet at a time that suits you. Available to meet in the inner city also. Contact: Cityside Community Drugs Worker on 086 8561641.

Health and fitness for older adults everyday 11am – 1pm in Cill Barra Community Sports Centre, Ballybeg. Followed by refreshments and a chat. Gym and sit fit at your own pace.
€4 for 2 hour programme. Contact: Andrew or Mick at 350 800 for more information.

Since July 2003 Waterford Cheshire has been offering short breaks away from home to people with physical disabilities. Well over a hundred people have availed of the service and many return on a regular basis. To avail of the service you must be aged 18 to 65 years and reside in the HSE Southern Region. For further details please contact: Nuala Kirwan, Head of Care, Waterford Cheshire, John's Hill, Waterford, phone 051 871993

Fun 4 All Wheelchair Sports Club for children and teenagers takes place every Friday evening from 6:30pm – 8:00pm at the Kingfisher Club, Tramore Road. Activities include basketball, rounders, football, parachute play and more. New members are welcome and for more information please contact Helen on 051 35 11 58 or Rose on 051 88 09 81

Foróige Ferrybank Youth Services will run a “Coffee House” for young people of the area in the Community House at 58 Ard Daire. Here the young people can access youth information, get a hot drink and a snack, play computer games, have a chat, read a magazine or just relax. First Years are invited to come along on Thursday afternoons from 5pm to 6pm. Second Years and older can use the facility on Tuesday evenings from 7:45pm to 9pm and Friday afternoons from 4pm to 6pm. All are welcome. For further information please call or text Kate on 086 6035457 or Suzie on 086 2485977.

The Waterford Network of People with Disabilities in Ireland (PWDI) and the Waterford Centre for Independent Living (WCIL) has opened their new office at Unit 2, Aylesbury Manor, Millers Marsh, Johnstown, Waterford. If you have any queries relating to people with disabilities, entitlements etc, call into their office or ring on 051 856958 (PWDI), 051 856997 (WCIL). All enquiries are dealt with in strict confidence.

Gaeilge Conversational Group meets in the Gingerman Bar at 9pm every Thursday. From beginners to advanced, all levels are welcome. Emphasis is on spoken Irish, in a relaxed and friendly environment.

The Carers Association have an Outreach Service operating in Dungarvan on Tuesdays in Mitchell Street. The Outreach Service offers support meetings, training and Information to family carers. For more information on the outreach and our services:Contact Belinda on 086 0434890 or call in for a tea/coffee

The Lifeboat Shop is open every Saturday and Sunday from 2:30pm- 4:30pm in the Station House in the harbour Dunmore east.  Great selection of souvenirs and gift ideas in stock and it is well worth a visit.

If you want to be free of constant worry, pressure, negativity and stress the practice of regular meditation can give you a life that is calm, peaceful, happy and relaxed. Why not come along to the Parish rooms at the back of St. Saviour’s Church every Tuesday evening from 7:15pm till 8.45pm for guided meditation sessions. There is no cost for this, though you are asked to give a donation of whatever you feel can afford or is appropriate for you, which will be passed on to a good cause, care of parish priest. For further details contact Eileen on 086-2642169

There is a Walking and Ramblers Club in the area of Dunmore East, Woodstown, Cheekpoint, Passage East and the surrounding areas. The Ramblers Club will be suitable for people who want to enjoy a short walk. There will be a leader for all walkers and ramblers and will be fully organised. Please contact 086-385 4728 for more information

St. Brigid’s Family Resource Centre in partnership with Waterford City Council’s Central Library have started Parent and Toddler Group for Waterford City. The Parent and Toddler Group will be run in the newly refurbished Children’s Corner of Waterford City Council’s Central Library in Ladylane and will take place each week on Tuesday mornings from 10.30 to 12noon. There will be some fun activities, storytelling and entertainment for the toddlers, and for the parents we hope to include some information and invite guest speakers on various relevant topics of interest. All are very welcome!!! If you have any questions or would like more information please don’t hesitate to contact Liz or Anne on 051 – 375261

Parent/Carer & Toddler Group on Wednesdays 10:30-12:00 (during school term) in Butler Community Centre, John's Park. Parents, grandparents, childminders welcome, newborns-preschoolers welcome. Toys and snacks for the kid’s available and tea and chat for the grown-ups. For more info call 087 925 79 00

The Carers Association service in Waterford County. The areas for outreach are: Dungarvan, Cappoquin, Tramore and Kilmacthomas. Service will provide carers with support, training and information on their rights and entitlements closer to home. Service will operate a day clinic in Dungarvan on Tuesday afternoons in the Dungarvan partnership offices from 2:30-5pm. For more information please contact Belinda Foley, development worker on 086 04 34 890.

Co. Waterford Community Drug Awareness
Your community drugs worker is available to you for support, information, advice and drug education. Stress relief and substance detox clinic is available to entire community. This service offers you a chance to relax and detox for 1 hour a week. Clinic runs every Thursday morning 11-12:30pm in Tramore Library and evening 6:30-7:30pm in Community Building, Ard and Ghleanna, Tramore. Cost is €2 - €5. Further information contact your community drugs worker Vicki Spencer on 086 852 71 73 or 051 338 723.

Rainbows is a support programme for children aged 6 to 12 years who are experiencing loss due to the death of a relative or parental separation. A Rainbows programme is available each Wednesday from 7pm - 8pm throughout the school term in St. Brigids Family and Community Centre, 37 Lower Yellow Road, Waterford. Contact Bernie O'Mahony at 051-375261

The Active Retirement Group Dungarvan Branch will meet at the Causeway Tennis Club Abbeyside each Thursday from 2:00pm – 4:30pm. New members welcome, just come along