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Ladies Lifestyle event raises €7,000 for local charities

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By Michelle Crean

500 people from across the county heard about all the latest trends in nutrition, fitness and style tips on Thursday last at the Dawn Milk and National Dairy Council Ladies Lifestyle Evening.
Held in the INEC Killarney, the evening was a fantastic success raising €7,000 for the Donal Walsh Livelife Foundation and the Ian O’Connell Trust.
On arrival ladies were welcomed with a cookies and milk reception, and also received a goody bag on the night. The evening also included a fantastic raffle with some amazing prizes including a VIP Day at the Dawn Milk Ladies Day at the Killarney Races on Thursday, July 18, and two tickets to the Spice Girls concert in Croke Park in Dublin this summer.
The event commenced with advice on how to ‘Shape Up Your Nutrition’ with well-known dietitian and author Paula Mee, who sifted through the jargon and gave the audience practical tips and advice that works. One of Ireland’s most successful personal trainers and health blogger Nathalie Lennon gave lots of fitness and well-being advice. Nathalie also demonstrated exercises that could be completed at home with the assistance of MC Alan Finn of Radio Kerry.
Following the interval, style queen Celia Holman Lee revealed all her secrets in a Beauty and Lifestyle Q&A with MC Alan Finn. Celia also showcased a fabulous style segment with fashion from local Killarney boutiques MacBees, Scarlett Boutique and Weardrobe.
“We would like to thank everyone who attended the Ladies Lifestyle Evening and supported our two charities,” John O’Sullivan, General Manager, Dawn Milk said.
“The evening was a great success with lots of advice and tips from our guest speakers Paula Mee, Nathalie Lennon and Celia Holman Lee.”

[caption id="attachment_25475" align="aligncenter" width="2807"] FUN AND FITNESS: Jerry Dwyer (Lee Strand), Celia Holman Lee (The Celia Holman Lee Modelling Agency), Alan Finn (Radio Kerry), John O'Sullivan (Lee Strand), Ian O'Connell (The Ian O'Connell Trust), Paula Mee (Nutritionist) and Finbarr Walsh (The Donal Walsh Foundation), Nathalie Lennon (Fitness Blogger) and Eammon Carroll Cahir pictured at the Dawn Milk and NDC Ladies Lifestyle evening in The INEC on Thursday. Photos: Sally MacMonagle[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_25476" align="aligncenter" width="2807"] Emma Cooper, Rena Cooper, Laura Phelan, Muireann Hughes and Carmel Buckley from Rathmore.[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_25477" align="aligncenter" width="2807"] Olivia Buckley, Mary Buckley and Bernadette Slattery from Castlegregory with guest speaker Celia Holman Lee.[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_25478" align="aligncenter" width="2807"] Marie Ryan, Kathleen Clifford, Mary B‡n, Tralee, and Moss Allen from Lixnaw.[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_25479" align="aligncenter" width="2807"] Teresa Higgins Walker, Sinead Joy and Imelda O'Connor from Ballymac pictured with Celia Holman Lee.[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_25480" align="aligncenter" width="2807"] Tina Slabys, Caitriona Brosnan, Irene Warton and Mary Murphy from Rathmore, pictured with guest speaker Celia Holman Lee.[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_25481" align="aligncenter" width="2807"] Eileen Keller from Banteer, Jackie Gavaghan, Liz Foley from Tralee, and Marion Horgan from Millstreet with guest speaker Celia Holman Lee.[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_25482" align="aligncenter" width="2807"] Mary Griffin, Mary Ashe, Bred Costello, Katlyn Coffey and Kathleen Coffey from Killorglin pictured with Celia Holman Lee.[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_25483" align="aligncenter" width="2806"] Siobhan Devane, Anne Devane, Kielduff, Judith Dillane, Carmel Patton and Joan Hill and Celia Holman Lee.[/caption]

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Gleneagle Concert Band opens recruitment drive for new members

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The Gleneagle Concert Band is inviting new members of all ages to join the ensemble as it prepares for its new season starting this September.



Open to children, young people, and adults from Killarney and surrounding areas, the band offers specialist instrumental tuition starting from age nine. Beginners can take lessons in clarinet, flute, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, French horn, euphonium, tuba, percussion, and drums before progressing into the main band.

No previous experience is required for adults or children. The band also welcomes adults who already play an instrument or wish to return to music after a break.

“What makes Gleneagle special is that our musicians don’t just rehearse in a room and play the occasional concert,” said Music Development Officer Vincent Condon. “They perform at major events, festivals and community occasions, take part in film productions, travel internationally and, importantly, have fun together as a band. The band is open to everyone. We welcome young people who want to learn an instrument, as well as adults who have previous musical experience and would like to return to playing.”

For information on registration and lessons, contact 087 222 9513 or visit the band’s social media pages.

Busy summer of events


The Gleneagle Concert Band has concluded a busy 12 months featuring public performances, festival appearances, and charity work.

Highlights included the annual summer street concerts in Killarney town, along with performances at Puck Fair, the Rose of Tralee, and the Summer in Killarney Festival. Band members were also involved in the filming of Jimmy, an upcoming Hollywood biographical drama based on actor Jimmy Stewart.

Community fundraising remained a focus over the past year, with the band supporting local causes including the Kerry Stars Special Olympics Sports Club and Recovery Haven Kerry Cancer Support House alongside a sold-out Annual Concert.

Following a tour to Seville in 2025, the band has confirmed its next overseas trip to Bilbao and San Sebastián in northern Spain, scheduled for August 2027.

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New seating unveiled as Spa GAA celebrates

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It has been a busy period at Spa GAA as the club continues to develop its ground facilities while also marking a major milestone in its sporting history.

The club recently completed further ground improvements with the installation of new seating on the clubhouse side of the pitch.

Located over the terrace area directly on the halfway line, the new seating offers an upgraded viewing area for spectators.

Club volunteer John Hannon of JH Fitout Ltd, who also coaches the Under 10 boys team, assisted with the installation work.


Alongside the developments on the pitch, over 100 people gathered for the club’s annual mass, which was celebrated by Club President Fr Tim O’Sullivan and Club Vice President Fr Michael O’Donoghue.


Following the service, Spa GAA held a special presentation to honour the 60th anniversary of the 1966 O’Donoghue Cup winning team.

All surviving members of the historic side attended the gathering, alongside family representatives of deceased players and team mentors.

The evening provided a chance for the club community to come together, reflect on past successes, and share memories of one of the most famous teams in Spa GAA history.

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