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Activities to keep the kids happy this summer

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It won't be long until the school summer holidays come along and Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre have just the activities for the little ones.

They have just launched their School Tour Programme for May/June this year and are delighted to announce it is now open for bookings.

"Our aim is to cater for all age groups with the emphasis being on fun and fitness," Daniel O'Donoghue, from Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre, said.

"All our activities are based on the principles of fitness and core fundamental movement skills. In 2019 we catered for a total of 35 schools throughout the summer with our largest school having 110 pupils."

Schools can choose either a half day or a full day option, he explained.

The Half Day Option is available from 9.30-1pm, for €13 per child.

The Full Day Option is available from 9.30am to 3pm and is €16 per child.

The day is split into three sections however we can adjust to suit your own needs:

Section one is Ice Breakers and Invasion Games.

During the early morning slot the instructors build a rapport with the pupils to set the tone for the day. This is best achieved by fun icebreakers. Invasion games such as soccer, football, basketball, dodge ball and much more.

"Finally we finish off the morning slot with some parachute games and fun on our bouncy castles and brand new target game.

Section two is the Pool Inflatable.
"The second part of the day is spent in the pool on our 20m obstacle inflatable course. This is hugely popular and great fun."

Section three is all about Team Building.

"Finally after some lunch it’s off to do some Team Building and obstacle courses in the Sports Hall. Here the instructors will take a more passive role and set tasks for the pupils to solve themselves. To finish the day we have an obstacle course and relay race designed on the principles of fitness."

Start and finish times can be accommodated to suit your travel requirements. The activities can also be accommodated to suit your pupil’s needs.

Contact Daniel on 064 6636554 or alternatively you can email dan.odonoghue@killarneyleisure.com.

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Centenary exhibition to chart early years of Fianna Fáil in Kerry

. The exhibition, which runs from March 10 to March 31, explores the foundational years of the political party within the county between 1926 and 1933. The exhibition details how […]

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The exhibition, which runs from March 10 to March 31, explores the foundational years of the political party within the county between 1926 and 1933.

The exhibition details how the party established itself in a county where Civil War divisions were particularly deep-seated. It covers the transition of local figures from revolutionary activities to parliamentary politics and the intense election battles of the late 1920s. Visitors will be able to view documents and archives that illustrate how the party built its organisation across South Kerry in its first decade.

As part of the event, local historian and author Dr. Owen O’Shea will give a public lecture at the library on Thursday, March 26, at 7:00 p.m. His talk will focus on the foundation of the party and the “bullets to ballots” transition in Kerry politics. The exhibition is free to attend and will be open during the library’s scheduled operating hours throughout the month of March.
The project is the result of extensive research funded by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media. The grant was awarded under the Commemorations Bursary Scheme for 2025-2026 and managed by the Royal Irish Academy. This scheme supports local research that helps the public better understand the political and social evolution of Ireland following the Civil War.

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St Brendan’s College travel to London

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5th year students from St Brendan’s College went to London on their English school trip.

They enjoyed a production of ‘The Book of Mormon’ at the Prince of Wales theatre.

The following morning was spent touring Tate Modern before attending a tour and a brilliant interactive workshop in Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre focusing on their Leaving Certificate single text “Othello”.

The focus of the workshop centred on the performative elements of the play in relation to themes and character development. 

All students performed with great theatrical verve. 

A brilliant experience for all before attending an acclaimed production of the play in the Theatre Royal.

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