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50 Ukrainian children experience Halloween for the first time

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By Sean Moriarty

A group of 50 Ukrainian children now living in the Eviston House Hotel on New St experienced the Irish traditions of Halloween for the first time last week.

Just like their counterparts at the Innisfallen Hotel (as featured in last week’s Killarney Advertiser), this was another new Irish experience for the children fleeing their war-torn country.

The event was organised by resident Natalia Eismont.

She explained: “There were three workshops on making Halloween decorations and a quest with an intriguing scenario at the Eviston Hotel.

“The children were divided into groups and had to boldly come together to pass the tests, after which they would open the rooms where the sweets were stored, each room had its own candy keeper, which scared them.
“Children ate witch’s eyes, rat brains, earthworms from sweets, drank witch’s blood (from grape juice) and took out sweets from flour.

“Having passed these and other tests, the children got access to all the rooms and rushed forward to have fun for their treasures, for their favourite treats!

“We, Ukrainians, have never celebrated Halloween like this before, we opened it from a new side, studied the history of this holiday and plan to make it just as fun and bright next year.”

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Kilcummin GAA announces return of annual Pink Night

The Ladies’ Committee of Kilcummin GAA Club has announced the return of its annual Pink Night, set to take place in The Klub Bar on Saturday, January 3. Now in […]

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The Ladies’ Committee of Kilcummin GAA Club has announced the return of its annual Pink Night, set to take place in The Klub Bar on Saturday, January 3.

Now in its 12th year, the event will support Comfort for Chemo for the fifth year running. The evening promises both fun and fundraising for the charity.

Guests will be greeted with a Prosecco reception and chocolate-dipped strawberries to start the post-Christmas celebration.
While attendees are encouraged to wear pink, dressing up is optional, with the focus on community and support for the cause. Prizes will be awarded for Best Dressed Female and Best Dressed Male.

The event begins at 8:00pm. Entertainment will be provided by Derry and Rosie Healy followed by Barry McGrath playing late into the night.

A raffle and door prizes, kindly provided by local sponsors, will take place on the night. Committee member Kathleen Ryan said the continued support of the local sponsors is deeply appreciated.

Admission to the event is free, and all are welcome to attend the celebration.

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A winter ascent of the MacGillycuddy Reeks is always special

Killarney resident and experienced mountaineer Melissa Trant recently shared incredible photographs and her account of climbing the snow-capped MacGillycuddy Reeks, highlighting the unique experience of the mountain range during winter. […]

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Killarney resident and experienced mountaineer Melissa Trant recently shared incredible photographs and her account of climbing the snow-capped MacGillycuddy Reeks, highlighting the unique experience of the mountain range during winter.

The MacGillycuddy Reeks at Christmas time offer a cure for whatever the heart needs, whether it is peace, relaxation, or reflection. Melissa described spending time there as magical at any point of the year, but particularly during the winter months when the mountains are covered in snow.
Climbing one of the winter routes on Carrauntoohil, Ireland’s highest mountain, requires essential safety gear, including crampons, an ice axe, and a helmet, making the experience “incredibly exciting and fun.”
Melissa said that she enjoys visiting the stunning peaks of the MacGillycuddy Reeks often because it is a place she can never get enough of. She finds that mountains make her feel alive, giving her joy, thrill, satisfaction, and peace. She added that the feeling of tranquility and calm on the mountains encompasses every ounce of her.
With Ireland’s finest and highest mountain range on our doorstep in Killarney, Melissa said she feels blessed to be able to head up whenever the mountains are calling

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