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Kerry College of further Education Open Week

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Kerry College of further Education and Training will run an open week from February 19 to 23 this year.

‘Open Week 2024 ‘offers an exciting opportunity for prospective learners, their families and friends to explore the life-changing opportunities available in our five campuses and other venues across the county.

From Monday, attendees can discover the diverse range of courses and apprenticeships available, state-of-the-art facilities, and the supportive community that sets Kerry College apart.

Interactive demos, virtual reality sessions, information events, and guided tours will provide insight into the various fields of learning on offer.
Prospective learners can meet with instructors, teachers, tutors, current learners, support staff and agencies who can facilitate access to Kerry College.

One of the key event is an unique fibre splicing workshop at Kerry College Monavalley Campus.

Kerry College Monavalley Campus has teamed up with Amazon Web Service (AWS) and Sumitomo Electric Lightwave to launch an exciting new upskilling opportunity.

As part of ‘Open Week 2024’ AWS and Sumitomo Electric Lightwave will run a two-day workshop runs on February 20 and 21.

Anyone 18 years of age or older, with an interest in learning more about fusion splicing, fibre optics and cabling, is welcome to register.
“Amazon Web Services and Sumitomo Electric Lightwave are globally recognized leaders in Cloud computing and optical fibre technologies and solutions for data centre, enterprise, and communication networks,” said Kerry College Monavalley Campus Manager, Con O’Sullivan.

“We are delighted to welcome them to Kerry College, and collaborate with them to deliver this unique learning and development opportunity for Kerry.

“This is a fantastic programme for those already in the industry who want to develop their skills and knowledge even further, but also for potential career changers who are interested in learning more about this exciting and growing industry.”

Registration for this workshop can be completed at https://fiber-aws.pearson.com/fusion-splicing-registration and further information on this and other Open week events can be found on https://kerrycollege.ie/news/open-week-2024/

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Glenflesk GAA hosts cardiac screening clinic

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Glenflesk GAA hosts cardiac screening clinic


Glenflesk GAA Healthy Club recently welcomed the Dillon Quirke Foundation to run a cardiac screening clinic for its young members.


A total of 45 club players aged 12 to 18 underwent vital heart checks designed to promote early detection and heart health awareness among young athletes.
Medical personnel from Advanced Medical Services conducted the screenings with professionalism and care, while the club’s Healthy Club Team oversaw the smooth operation of the event.
The Dillon Quirke Foundation operates without government funding, relying entirely on public support to raise awareness of Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS) and provide non-cost cardiac clinics to sports clubs across Ireland.
Glenflesk GAA encourages anyone wishing to support the foundation’s ongoing screening work to consider making a donation online at dillonquirkefoundation.com.

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Traditions past and present meet at Muckross School House

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Two distinct eras of Irish storytelling collided at Muckross School House last week, showcasing how traditional culture adapts across generations for National Heritage Week 2026.

Representing the classic lineage of Irish folklore, renowned local historian, musician, and seanchaí Dáithí Collopy delivered an authentic masterclass in old-school storytelling.

Performing alongside his children Sadhbh, Siún, and Daithí Óg, Collopy relied on the ancient oral tradition to captivate the audience through spoken word, presence, and music.


Contrastingly, social media creator Eoin Reardon brought traditional heritage into the modern digital age.

Known for sharing his traditional green woodworking craft with millions online, Reardon hosted a hands-on workshop demonstrating traditional utensil crafting techniques while engaging attendees through the lens of modern storytelling.


The events brought together two completely different methods of preserving Irish heritage—one rooted in the timeless art of the fireside seanchaí, the other leveraging modern platforms like TikTok to keep historic skills relevant for a global, digital audience.


Photos: Valerie O’Sullivan.

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