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APRIL 2012

Access I.T. Ltd basic internet and e-mail for everyday use computer course there are limited places left for when the course finishes at the end of June 2012. The course, run over 2 and half weeks provides 10 hours computer training for €10 and is open to everyone who wants to join. Access I.T. Ltd is a non for profit charitable status company based in the Parish Centre, Ballybeg and can be contacted at 051 37 48 49 / 59 08 73

If you want to improve your overall wellbeing, reduce your stress levels or try to reduce your intake of alcohol or cigarettes then auricular acupuncture may be right for you. Cityside Community Based Drugs Initiative continues to provide a weekly acupuncture clinic which takes place on Monday evenings from 6pm to 8pm at the Edmund Rice Youth and Community Centre, Manor Street, Waterford  and on Tuesday afternoon at 12pm at the Youth and community centre 1 Abbeylands, Ferrybank. 

Nominations are now open for the 2012 People of the Year Awards organised by Rehab. So, if you know someone who has acted above and beyond the call of duty, someone who has made an extraordinary contribution to their community, or someone whose courage and bravery deserves to be recognised, then why not nominate them for a People of the Year Award? To nominate go to www.peopleoftheyear.com. Nominations close on June 29th.

Dunmore East Lifeboat Shop will be open every Sunday from 2.30 - 4.30pm.
Situated in the Lifeboat Station House at the harbour. There is a large and varied selection of R.N.L.I souvenir & gift ideas available to suit all ages. Everyone is welcome!

Halla Deuglán, Ardmore would greatly appreciate donations of articles for the bric-a-brac stall for their upcoming summer bizarre in July in aid of the community hall. Items such as household goods, delph, cutlery, ornaments, books, games, toys etc, would be greatly received.  If you have anything to donate please contact Terry on 087 9477213 or the hall will be open each Saturday from 9.30am to 12noon.

May 17th
The Men’s Shed - a workshop where skilled and unskilled men can share time with each other, swap yarns & work together on their own and on community projects.
The Men’s Shed, Wolfe Tone Road, Dungarvan will be holding their general meeting this Thursday May 17th at 10am. For more info visit www.menssheds.ie

May 17th
A coffee & scone morning will take place in the Kazbar, John Street on Thursday May 17th. Coffee & homemade raspberry scone will only set you back €3 and all proceeds will go to the "Walk for Life" sponsored walk in aid of the Waterford Hospice.

May 17th
A fashion show in aid of the Downs Syndrome Centre will be held at the Grand Hotel, Tramore on Thursday May 17th. This is being run in conjunction with the Buy My Dress charity dress sale and donated dresses will be showcased at the fashion show. Entrance is €5 and everyone gets a fabulous goodie bag .There will also be a silent auction for a stunning vintage dress kindly donated by Imelda May.

May 17th – 20th
Bonmahon G.A.A. Oliver Lennon Memorial Golf Classic will take place in The Gold Coast Golf Club, Dungarvan on Thursday 17th, Friday 18th, Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th. Cost is €20 per person for a team of 3 people or €30 per person to include a dinner. To make a booking ring The Gold Coast Golf Club on 058 44055

May 18th
HB Ice Cream Fundays party in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland will take place this Friday May 18th at Tesco Tramore at 1pm. The party will include free activities for all the family including face painting, balloon modelling and of course plenty of ice cream! Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, the Ice Cream Fundays campaign has to date raised over €2 million for a wide range of supports and services to ensure people with Down Syndrome, young and old, reach their full potential.

May 18th
A pub quiz in aid of Ballyduff Hall Redevelopment will take place on Friday May 18th at 9pm in O’Donnacha’s, Kilmeaden. Tables of 4 are €20. Many great spot prizes.

May 18th
An open evening for all new entrants will take place at Modeligo NS this Friday May 18th between 6:30 and 8pm. The evening is also open to locals and residents to view the school and the new extension.

May 18th
The Portlaw Musical Society are running a fund raising fashion show this Friday May 18th in The Premier Hall, Portlaw at 8pm. Admission is €10.

May 18th
The Hope Foundation Mountain Challenge takes place Friday May 18th at 8pm to Saturday May 19th at 8pm. Are you super fit and an experienced climber? Go for it, enter as an individual and climb all four in 24 hours! Or grab three friends and enter as a team of four, everyone does one mountain each or, enter as a team of two and climb the 4 mountains between you .It’s all for a good cause to help the street children of Calcutta break free of extreme poverty and abuse. Check out more online at www.hopefoundation.ie

May 18th
News & Star “Walk for Life” sponsored walk in aid of Waterford Hospice will be taking place on Friday May 18th at the RSC, kicking off at 10am and will continue for 12 hours. Also there will be Zumba at 4pm, BBQ from 6pm to 8pm and Barrack Street Band will perform from 7pm to 8pm. Your support will be much appreciated.

May 18th & 19th
Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) Workshops are being held by ACT Now Ireland and the Parkinson's Association of Ireland. Workshops will take on May 18th and 19th. Running from 10:30am in the morning to 4:30pm in the afternoon. They will be in Carmichael House on North Brunswick Street, Dublin. For more information contact Grainne, on 087 77 90 670 or access the ACT Now Ireland website at www.actnowireland.com

May 18th
Ballyduff Upper Community Council are holding a pub quiz, in aid of the hall car park, this Friday May 18th at 9pm in the Paddocks bar in Ballyduff. First prize is €100 euro. Tables of 4 are €20.

May 19th
The Kilkenny Youth Orchestra will play a concert in St. Mary’s Church Touraneena on Saturday May 19th at 8:15 after mass. Admission is free. There will be a basket collection with all proceeds going toward the Touraneena Village Improvement. All are welcome.

May 19th
Mattie McGrath TD will hold a Crutches Collection Day this Saturday May 19th in his Constituency Office, The Quay, Clonmel from 10am until 12 noon. Please support this worthy cause and bring along any old crutches that are no longer in use. Old mobile phones and ink cartridges will also be collected on the day in support of the Jack and Jill Foundation.

May 19th & 20th
The Rehab Group Waterford will hold their annual Church Gate Collection this Saturday evening and Sunday, May 19th & 20th, in the Waterford City Area. They would be most grateful for your continued support as all funds raised in the area will go to the local services here in the city. Volunteers are also urgently needed, call Ger 086 880 16 36. 

May 20th
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is holding an Irish Night in T & H Doolin’s this Sunday May 20th from 9.00pm to 11.00pm with Frankie McEvoy spinning the discs. The night is free and all are welcome to attend either for a chat, drink or a cuppa. There will be a small raffle and a collection on the night. If you would like to volunteer or would like to give a donation feel free to contact the office in Henrietta Street, Waterford on 051 87 31 28.

May 20th
Garranbane Area Council are holding a Sponsored Walk on Sunday May 20th.
The 4,5 mile walk will be from Scouts Den, Abbeyside – Ballinroad (along Railway Line). Registration from 2pm at the Scouts Den, Abbeyside. Walk starts at 2.30pm. The proceeds will go towards the Marimanti Hospital Fund in Kenya. All are welcome to come along and any contribution will be greatly appreciated. Sponsorship cards can be got from parish office in Abbeyside or any committee member.

May 20th
Emer Casey Foundation presents the 6th Annual Emer Casey Memorial 10K Road Race/Walk on Sunday May 20th at 1:30pm at Pobalscoil Na Trionoide, Youghal.
Entry fee is €15 before May 1st - €20 thereafter. All proceeds to Ovarian/Uterine/Endometrical Cancer Research.
Facebook: www.emercaseyfoundation.com contact 024-92143 or 087 283 8770

May 20th
The South East Vintage Motor Clubs are running a ‘Family Day’, ‘Vintage Motor Show’ and ‘Dual Vintage Run’ this Sunday May 20th, starting at 11am in the IDA Business Park, Butlerstown, Cork Road, Waterford (Opposite the Whitfield Clinic). Live music from The Bottle Brothers; Scatter the Feathers with Noddy and the Portlaw Pipe Band. There will be amenities for all the family including amusements for the kids. There will also be ‘Family Day’, ‘Vintage Motor Show’ running simultaneously in Quann’s, Dungarvan. Proceeds to South East Radiotherapy Trust (S.E.R.T.).

May 20th
Aglish Charity Gymkhana will be held this Sunday May 20th in Kilmolash, Ballinmeela. 
It is a great family event with show jumping events for all grades and ages. As well a dog show with a Dog Aglity event and more family attractions. Proceeds for the day are going to St. Cartridges, Lismore and the Aglish / Ballinmeela Lourdes Fund. Free admission

May 20th
Whiskey Delta Airsoft team are holding a charity airsoft game called Fighting Cancer one BB at a Time this Sunday May 20th from 10am – 6pm at the Manor, Saleens, Waterford. If you would like to attend the airsoft fundraiser, please contact the Whiskey Delta team phone 089 42 19 249. All proceeds in aid of SECF Solas Centre.

May 20th
The Tramore Coastguard Cultural Centre are holding an exhibition of Shipwreck memorabilia opening this Sunday May 20th at 3pm. There will be a commemoration service and wreath laying ceremony with local Emergency Services and Community groups. A family activity day with entertainment by Tramore Children's Choir, Stagecraft Klub Music and Tramore Gospel Choir, kids workshops, face painting and lots more. Free admission and everyone welcome.

May 21st
Would you like to support local and city wide events such as the Harvest Festival and the WLR Viking Marathon? Have you ever considered volunteering as a hobby, a way to meet new friends, learn new skills? Now is your chance to make a difference for yourself and others. Come along to our information night in the Tower Hotel on Monday May 21st at 7pm to hear more about volunteering and how just a couple of hours spent helping out can be fun.

May 22nd
Waterford Branch of Arthritis Ireland are holding their Annual Fundraising Table Quiz in the Showboat on Tuesday May 22nd at 9pm. Tables of 4 are €20. All are welcome.

May 22nd
A public meeting will be held on Tuesday May 22nd at 8pm in the Abbey Community College regarding the proposed playground for Ferrybank.

May 24th – 27th
A Second Hand Book Fair will be held on Thursday May 24th and Friday 25th in Abbeyside National School from 3pm to 9pm and on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th from 2pm – 5pm. All types of books available. Bargains galore! All proceeds go to the school.

Until May 25th
Currently there is a group of friends, embarking on a 1,000 km cycle around Ireland, taking in 20 counties with a goal of raising in excess of €10,000 for the Make a Wish Foundation. Finishing at The Spire on the evening of Friday May 25th. Donations are being accepted on their mycharity.ie page. For more check out www.spire2spire.org or you can follow them on Facebook and Twitter

May 25th
The students at WIT are hosting a race night in aid of Lasallian Developing World Projects Ireland to help build a school and a hostel for some of the poorest children in Mosadavi, India. The fundraising Race Night event will be held on May 25th in Kervick’s Ballybricken at 7:30pm. Bets are €2 and there will be a raffle on the evening with cash prizes.

May 25th
The Parents Association of Scoil Náisiúnta na Rinne will hold a table quiz to raise funds for the school. The quiz will take place in Mooney’s bar on Friday May 25th at 8:30pm.  The cost per table is €25. There will be prizes for winning team and a raffle with fabulous prizes. A good night is guaranteed. 

May 26th
Waterford Regional Gardening Club will be visiting Coolaught Gardens & Garden Centre, Clonroche, Enniscorthy on Saturday May 26th, meeting at 10.00am and Woodville House Gardens, New Ross, meeting at 3pm. For further information, contact Noreen 086-4083419, Kathleen 051-293911, Anne 087-6502067

May 26th
On Saturday May 26th from 11am and 5pm for the 1st time ever Buy My Dress is coming to the Grand Hotel, Tramore. Now recognized as Ireland's largest one-day charity dress sale! The events last year brought in over 8,000 dresses raising a total of €95,000.  All we would ask is that you donate any much loved nearly new dresses that you may have lying in your wardrobe. Funds raised in 2012 will go towards opening our first Down Syndrome Centre. Find us on facebook on Tramorebuymydress or log onto www.buymydress.ie

May 27th
As part of the Bealtaine Festival, Waterford City Dawn Chorus will take place at William Vincent Wallace Plaza on Sunday May 27th at 7:15am to hear the wonderful choral sounds of the De La Salle Senior and Deise Active Retirement Association. Everyone is welcome

May 27th
Clonea – Rathgormack Community Playgroup 25th Year Celebrations will be held on Sunday May 27th from 2 – 5pm at the Playschool Parish Hall in Clonea Power. A fun filled family day for all with bouncy castle, face painting, story time, art corner, display of photographs and refreshments. All are welcome especially past, present and future children and their families.

May 27th – June 30th
All Ireland athletics medallist 21 year old Alan Corcoran from Waterford will be running 35 marathons, 917 miles in 35 days in aid of Irish Heart Foundation, National Rehabilitation Centre and the Football Village of Hope Charity. Starting from Waterford City on May 27th and will finish with Waterford Viking Marathon on June 30th. Please visit www.35marathonman.ie to make a donation

Until May 31st
The Residents of Killure Bridge Nursing Home are holding as part of the Bealtaine Festival an exhibition of their art work in the Nursing Home until May 31st. All welcome.

May / June
Throughout the months of May and June 2012, Dunmore East TidyTowns will be hosting "Clean Ups" every Wednesday evening from 7:30pm and every Saturday morning from 10:00am (not including 2nd June Bank Holiday). To take part in a session, please meet at the park main entrance in Dunmore East (opposite The Haven Hotel).

JUNE 2012

The Pride of Place Environmental Competition 2012 takes place between June 1st and August 31st. Best Residential Estates large and small, garden competition, most improved residential area and tidiest school can all enter. For more information please contact 84 99 38 or eryan@waterfordcity.ie

June 2nd
“Club 40", a social club for folk in their forties and beyond is being established in the West Waterford area, to incorporate Tallow, Lismore, Ardmore, Cappoquin and Dungarvan. The aim of the club is to promote friendship, allow people to learn new skills and pursue shared interests. A meeting will take place on June 2nd in the Sportsman Bar in Cappoquin. For more info contact Shane Minnock 087 0660677

June 4th
Will you run Flora Women’s Mini Marathon for Rehab on June 4th 2012? Interested runners are to contact the fundraising department at Rehab on 01 2100 520 or fundraising@rehab.ie Closing date for marathon entries is Friday April 20th.

June 7th & 8th
The W.I.T Choral Programme Auditions for new choir members will take place on Thursday June 7th at 5:30-7:00pm and on Friday June 8th from 4:00-6:00pm in the Music School, College Street Campus. All voices and ages from senior infants to 6th year are welcome. In particular there will be vacancies for boys of all ages and rehearsals will begin in September 2012. To book an audition time and for more information phone 051 30 22 77.

June 7th & 14th
As part of the Festival of Food - The Ready, Steady, Fish Cook Off, where two people have a cook off against another pair, 1st Semi Final will be held on Thursday June 7th and 2nd Semi Final on Thursday June 14th. And the final will take place on the opening night of Festival of Food. Admission is €10.

June 30th
Thinking of taking part in the Waterford Viking Marathon? Taking place June 30th 2012.
If so, please consider running for Friends of Assisi House Day Centre for the Elderly to help raise much needed funds in order to keep this vital service available for the senior citizens of Waterford. Entry forms, sponsorship cards and T-shirts are available from Assisi House Day Centre, Old Airmount Maternity Hospital or call 051 371 000 / 086 355 38 29 or email assisidaycentre@eircom.net

JULY 2012

July 13th
The Friends of Waterford Hospice will hold a benefit night on Friday July 13th at 8pm in the Sacred Heart Church, The Folly with Ireland's premier soprano Cara O'Sullivan, who has performed on stage all over the world.

AUGUST 2012

August 12th
The 18th Annual Helvick Swim in aid of the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station is scheduled for Sunday August 12th. Those seeking further information should contact Martin Landers from the fundraising committee at 087 207 6646; rnlihelvick@gmail.com

ONGOING

The Manor Street Community Youth Project is looking for new and enthusiastic volunteers to help lead groups and activities for young people aged between 9 and 21 years of age living in the inner city of Waterford. In particular they are seeking adults over 18 years of age who have a positive attitude towards young people and would like support their positive development. No experience is necessary as training and ongoing support will be provided. Also, they urgently need volunteers for both primary and secondary homework groups to help provide a welcoming and supported study space.  Mondays and Thursdays 3- 4.30pm for primary and Tuesdays and Thursdays 4.30-6pm for secondary. A volunteer with good basic Irish would be greatly appreciated also.
If you are interested in volunteering with either the above or any other group or programme or you are just interested in finding out more in general please contact Mary or Phil on 086 601 89 61 or drop in at the Edmund Rice Youth and Community Multiplex, Manor Street, Waterford City.

Enable Ireland, 36 Michael Street, Waterford urgently need your donations of ladies, gents and children’s clothing and shoes, linen, books and bric-a-brac.
All donations are greatly appreciated.

Waterford MABS (Money Advice & Budgeting Service) have changed their phone number. New number is 0761 07 20 50.

Walk a Mile Share a Smile continues every Monday evening from Nugents Centra Abbeyside at 6.30pm in aid of Abbeyside Ballinacourty Juvenile GAA and SERT

Community South East Simon would like to hear from volunteers interested in befriending and doing light work to help us in supporting people who are homeless and at risk of homeless locally. No experience necessary, training will be provided.
Phone 051 872693 or download a volunteer application form from www.southeastsimon.ie

Waterford County Childcare Committee are holding a free story telling session every Thursday in Kilmacthomas Library. Just drop in with your baby or young child between the times of 10.30 – 11.30am for a lovely morning. For more information please contact Rosemarie Cusack in Waterford County Childcare Committee on 058 48024.

Waterford Youth Information Centre are now recruiting for volunteers to get involved in innovative information projects with young people. Improve your employability by learning new skills and contribute to the community at the same time. If you’ve got a few hours to spare per week and would like a rewarding new experience call in to the Waterford Youth Information Centre and pick up an application form. WYIC will provide supervised training and support and award an in-house certificate on completion. WYIC are located on Manor Street, opening hours: Mon-Thurs 11-7pm, Fri 9.30-5pm.

"Song's for Hope" in aid of The Hope Foundation is held on 2nd and 4th Friday of every month at Essence Yoga Studio in Dungarvan at 7pm. "Song's For Hope" is an exploration of Voice & Chanting. An opportunity to share your voice, uplift our spirits and the spirits of Dungarvan, whilst generating much needed funds for to continue to support the street children of Kolkata. All welcome by donation.
(Studio is above Kelly's Pharmacy Dungarvan. Next to Tennis Club).

Waterford MABS (Money Advice & Budgeting Service) have changed their phone number. It’s now 0761 07 20 50.

Bonmahon Parent / Carer / Toddler Group meets every Wednesday from 10am to 11am in Knockmahon National School, Bonmahon. All parents and carers with their children (4 years and under) are welcome to come along. Teas and coffees served. Loads of toys and games to play with while you have a chat with other parents/carers. Cost is just €2.00 per family.

The 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

Waterford Red Cross are looking for volunteer senior members, ages 18 plus.
Senior First Aid Training takes place every Tuesday night from 8pm – 9.30pm in
35 The Mall, Waterford (across from The Tower Hotel). All are welcome.

The County Arts Office is pleased to announce that entries are currently being accepted for the Molly Keane Creative Writing Award 2012 for short stories under 2000 words. There is no entry fee or age limit. Full details and entry forms can be downloaded from the Arts section of www.waterfordcoco.ie or by contacting the County Arts Office on 058 41416

GAM-ANON is a fellowship of men and women who have been affected by the gambling problem. There is help for family and friends who are seeking a solution for living with this problem. Meeting is held every Thursday night at St. Brigid’s Centre, 37 Lower Yellow Road, Waterford. For further information please call 086 12 54 811

A free course for unemployed construction workers who want to get a foothold into the manufacturing industry is being organised in Waterford. Participants will gain knowledge in lean manufacturing, how to tackle aptitude tests, rebuild confidence and how they can use their transferable skills in a new industry.
It takes place over 5 days, is free of charge and will include a site visit to a local multi-national manufacturing company. Places are limited so anybody interested can contact 051 844546 or email ask@thisisup.com.

Would you like to get fit? A 3.7 mile run will take place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning, meeting at the Woodlands Hotel at 6:45am to run the "Ballygunner loop."

Waterford Animal Welfare is urgently appealing for some blankets.
You can contact on 087 655 11 52 to arrange a collection.
(no pillows please)

Access I.T. Ltd are now providing computer training under the Benifit 3 programme.  The course is to teach people on how to use the internet and email. It is run over 10 hours and costs just €10 and can be joined at any time before the end of May 2012. If you are interested please contact Maeve at 051 59 08 73.  Access I.T. Ltd is a non for profit computer training company based in Ballybeg.

Ad Hoc Chorale are looking for a few new members for the coming season. Rehearsal is on Wednesday nights in De La Salle College from 7.30 to 9-50pm. If you would like to join this award winning choir, contact them at adhocwaterford@gmail.com and they will arrange to meet you. No previous experience required, just a voice and a love of music. You can also ring 086 33 82 901.

The R.N.L.I Shop situated in the Station House at the harbour is open every Sunday from 2.30 - 4.30 pm.

The Men's Development Network, 30 O'Connell Street, Waterford, 051 844260 / 051 844261, e-mail men@mens-network.net or check out www.mens-network.net
The Men's Development Network support men to identify and address the many issues that impact on their lives.

Meals on Wheels deliver 6 days a week in Waterford and surrounding areas. A choice of dinners and desserts. Phone 051 874 056, Lady Lane House, Lady Lane, Waterford. You can e-mail info@waterfordlifetime.com

The De La Salle Scout Pipe Band, Waterford’s champion pipe band, would like to speak to anyone who is interested in learning the Highland bagpipes or drums.
No previous experience is necessary, you do not have to be able to read music either, and tuition is free and is open to all ages from nine years of age up.
So anyone interested in exploring this possibility is invited to call to Stephen Street School any Monday night between 7:30 and 9:30pm.

Art Classes will be held in Bellake Community Centre, Dunmore Road on Monday nights for 8 weeks starting at 6:30pm. All levels catered for. To enrol and for more information please contact 051-382593.

Do you have Arthritis or know of anyone with Arthritis? Arthritis Ireland needs people to run the Dublin City Marathon to raise funds that will change thousands of lives across the country. Call Louise today on 01 6470209 or visit www.arthritisireland.ie to find out more.

A Play Morning for Childminders will be held on the last Tuesday of every month where childminders, parents & children meet up in Run a Muck, Tramore for a play & chat between 10-12 and it costs €3 per child, babies are free.

Cappoquin Parent & Toddler Group meets every Wednesday from 10am to 12 noon in the Cappoquin Community Centre. All mothers, fathers grandparents & childminders with young babies and toddlers are welcome. Only €3 with tea, coffee & biscuits included.

International Women's Group of the ISU will hold their weekly meetings on Friday’s at 10am in the Edmund Rice Centre, Mount Sion, Barrack Street. New members are always welcome to attend. Please contact Beverly on 051 85 25 64 for more information.

The Mount Sion GAA Club along with interested people have now started a
Camogie Club. One of the first initiatives will involve a new idea called “Mum and Me”.
For more check out www.mountsiongaa.ie

Mother 2 Mother Breastfeeding Group meet on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month in The Kids Club Room, Park Hotel, Dungarvan from 10:30am to 12noon. For more info phone 086 3914269 or e-mail mother2motherdgvn@gmail.com

Waterford Area Stroke Support Group will meet on the 1st Thursday of each month in the Edmond Rice Centre at 2.30 – 4.30pm. For further information contact Breda on 087 2794711 or Danette on 087 6787489 or just come along to a meeting.

Auricular Acupuncture Clinics for stress relief, detox, anxiety etc. are available in Millennium Community and Youth Building on Thursday’s from 5-6:30pm and in Ballybeg Community Development Project Building on Friday mornings from 11:30am - 1pm. All treatments are €3. For further information contact 051 35 11 00

Have you got some free time? Would you like to make a difference? The Brothers of Charity are looking for people to support individuals with an intellectual disability to use their communities- such as going to the pub, joining a club or getting involved in their community to make friends. If you think this is something that you would like to become involved in you can contact them for a Volunteer pack on 051-833400 

 F.A.C.T Fathers And Children Together provide support to fathers in the community and county of Waterford. F.A.C.T run a support meeting twice a month the first and third Thursday each month At the Waterford Area Partnership meeting rooms.F.A.C.T  now provide  access to mediation/ physiotherapy  counselling /free legal advice,  all services are provided free and focus on child and parent support and family law. Fact can be contacted on 076-6024871 for less than a local call email info@fact.ie  www.fact.ie

 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. Enquires in relation to this service can be made to Elizabeth Walsh 087 1230407, Tony Tobin 058 46035 / 087 1230805

Cityside Community Based Drugs Initiative weekly clinic for Auricular Acupuncture takes place on Monday evenings from 7pm to 8pm at the Edmund Rice Youth and Community Centre, Manor Street, Waterford. For more info call Sarah at 086 85 61 641.

The Deise Singers: new members are very welcome, just come along to the Town Hall, Friary Street, Dungarvan on a Monday nights at 7.45pm. It is imperative that all members attend practice, if for any reason you cannot attend please contact Lena on 086 8128216 or any choir member to advise same.

The Dungarvan branch of the Caring For Carers Ireland fortnightly support group meetings every Tuesday at 7:00pm at the V.E.C offices located in Dungarvan Shopping Centre. Open to all carers for support and advice. Contact Anne on 087-2809628 for more details.

The Carers Association service in Waterford County operates a day clinic in Dungarvan on Tuesday afternoons in the Dungarvan Partnership Offices from 2:30-5pm. For more information please contact development worker Belinda Foley on 086 04 34 890.

Waterford Male Voice Choir rehearsals take place every Tuesday from 8pm – 10pm. For more details contact Fionán or any choir member on 087 79 86 263

Gaelic Football training for mothers - If you are over 21 years, this is a fun activity for all ladies out there who would like to try a novel fun activity that will help keep you fit, on Tuesday's at 7pm in Pairc Ui Mhurchu, Cleaboy Road, Waterford. All are welcome.

Bumps and Babes Parent and Child Group meets every Wednesday morning from 10.30am to 12.30pm in the back room of Ardkeen Community Centre (next to Super Macs) on the Dunmore Road. Come along for a cuppa and a chat. Lots of toys for your children too! Pregnant mums also welcome. For further information phone: 051 380 669.

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. You can call Citizens Information Centre on 051 351133.
Recruitment of new Girl Guides age 11 upwards Every Wednesday Night at the butler community centre St. John’s park 7pm to 8.30pm Caroline/ Margaret  086-0676719. Call for Volunteer Support The Free Legal Advice Centre (FLAC) Service in Dungarvan will be held on the first Thursday of every month at 1.00pm in the offices of the Citizens Information Centre in Scanlon's Yard. Appointments for the FLAC service can booked by ringing 058 44633.    

Moving On Overcoming Depression (MOOD) is a voluntary organisation which holds support group meetings throughout the Southeast Region. The groups are facilitated by trained volunteers who are experienced in dealing with those affected by depression.
All groups are confidential, non-judgmental and free, they provide an opportunity for all to be heard and listened to in an empathic atmosphere. The Waterford MOOD support group now meets on a Tuesday night in St Brigids Centre Yellow Road at 8pm. Starting tonight 8th March. It no longer meets on Thursday nights. They are also looking for volunteers to facilitate the group, if you are interested please contact Mick on 087 9498100 or email moodsupport@hotmail.com   

Edmond Rice Choral & Musical Society is a four part choir (SATB) in Waterford City. Rehearsals every Thursday at 7.45pm at Mount Sion Chapel, Barrack Street. For more information contact Mary on 087 266 11 34

The Suir Valley Community Based Drug Initiative offers support in Carrick-On-Suir and surrounding areas, including Rathgormack, and Portlaw.
Auricular acupuncture is ideal for helping relaxation and relieving the everyday stresses of our lives. Clinics are Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5pm to 6:30pm. There is also a drop in service on Tuesday evenings. To arrange an appointment contact Maureen on 087 98 27 669 or 051 64 57 75.
 
Crime Victims Helpline is a National Helpline which offers support to victims of crime. Their aim is to listen, support, inform and empower victims of crime and all those affected by crime regardless of when the crime took place, who committed the crime or whether or not you have reported it to the Gardaí. If you are a victim of crime, or affected by crime, and if it would be helpful to talk about what has happened, please contact them on free phone 116006, by text to 085 133 77 33, or through their website www.crimevictimshelpline.ie 

Bereavement Support Services are available through Family Ministry at St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill. Phone: 051 85 87 72 between 9:15 and 12:45 daily or leave a message outside that time

South East Simon Community are appealing to the public in Waterford and throughout the region to be aware of anyone sleeping rough, in their cars or in derelict buildings. Please contact the Simon Community on 051 87 48 38 or 086 120 5476 if you know someone who needs help and support.

Madrigallery, "Kevin O'Carroll's wonderful choir", renowned as one of the South East's longest standing chamber choirs; popular, versatile and fun to sing with potential new members are now invited to contact madrigallery@gmx.ie or phone Kevin at 086 80 52 714 for an initial assessment. Rehearsals take place every Tuesday 8-10 pm in Waterford city.

Ferrybank Steering Committee & Waterford Area Partnership has introduced a new pilot programme aimed at getting people back into the workforce or onto further education and training. For more information please contact John on 087 05 61 234

Co. Waterford Adult Guidance Service can provide information, advice and one-to-one guidance sessions to adults who want to return to education, at any level. They are based in Dungarvan with outreach appointments available in Lismore, Kilmacthomas and Tramore. For further information contact on 058-48228

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, books, bric-a-brac, and any other unwanted items that can be generated into sales to provide homes for those who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. 

Cityside CBDI offers support in the communities of Ferrybank, Inner-city, Hillview and Gracedieu for those affected by drugs in a number of ways. 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  If you are interested in becoming part of a community team please contact Cityside Community Drugs Worker, 086 85 61 641/ 051 851 682

Childline currently answers 62% of calls received they Need Volunteers to help them answer every child’s call. Do you have 4 hours per week to spare?? Would you like to help children? No experience is necessary & full training is provided if this is something you are interested in please contact: Catherine or Joyce: 051 595895 or email:  jokeeffe@ispcc.ie

The 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

Interested in joining a new club and meeting new people, why not give Macra a try. Interested in joining Waterford Macra open to all ages, females and males from all over Waterford and beyond. Please call Ken 0876488874 or check out the website at www.waterfordmacra.ie

Every Friday (term time) - 10.30am Modeligo Parent and Toddler group meets in the Community Hall, Modeligo, situated between Dungarvan and Cappoquin. Mums, dads, grandparents and carers welcome, we have plenty of toys for the 0-5 age group.
The annual membership is just 5 euros and each session is 3 euros, which includes a tea/coffee/juice and biscuits.  We are easy to get to and there is plenty of parking.
If you require more information please call 085 154 1928.

DLS Communicators a Toastmasters Club offers you the opportunity to develop your public speaking and presentation skills in a safe and relaxing environment.  You are most welcome to attend any of the meetings and observe for yourself if Toastmasters is for you.  Meetings on the first and third Tuesday night each month at 8:00pm in Edmund Rice Heritage Centre, Mount Sion, Barrack Street, Waterford  (Insert) www.dlscommunicators.com and info@dlscommunicators.com
 
Roanmore Ladies Gaelic Football Club will be Training on Tuesday in Pairc Ui Mhurucu, Cleaboy at 6pm to 7pm for u12's u14's u16's, Tuesday 7pm to 8pm for G4M and Sundays 12pm to 1pm for all ages. Newcomers are welcome.

Every Tuesday
The Kill National School, Parents Association holds a weekly coffee morning every Tuesday from 9.30am to 12noon in Kill Community Centre. For the very young there is a children’s corner. Tea, coffee and a mid-morning treat will be available. The cost is €3 per adult and all proceeds will go to Kill National School. The selection of baked goods is fantastic and the book fair, too, offers a great selection of used books!

Every Thursday
Are your children bouncing off the walls on a rainy day? Screaming down the house? Pack everybody in the car and come to the play in the hall for an hour of fun & games! Every Tuesday 4.15pm – 5.15pm at Kill Community Centre, cover charge €1 per child. For more information call or text: 087- 4133522

Every Tuesday
A Parent & Toddler group will be held in Fisherman’s Hall, Dunmore East  every Tuesday during term time from 10:00am  - 11:00am €2 per family. Come and have a cup of tea or coffee while your little ones roll, crawl, or race around the hall

Every Thursday
Open public meetings of GAM-ANON (Gamblers Anonymous) take place every Thursday Night at 8pm in St. Brigid’s Centre, 37 Lower Yellow Road, Waterford. Members of the public who have an interest in being informed of the help available, through GAM-ANON are invited. For further information please call 086 3546871or 085 7295050

Every Thursday
An Irish Conversation Group meets each and every Thursday at 7.00 pm in the Tramore Library. All are welcome.