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Great Southern Killarney to celebrate 170 years in February
Next year marks a significant milestone for Great Southern Killarney, one of Ireland's most iconic hotels, as it proudly celebrates its 170th anniversary.
Great Southern Hotel's longest serving staff member Martina O’Leary pictured at front is joined by fellow staff members from left Kathleen Buiyan also a long standing member Brian O’Doherty Aoibheann O’Leary Aine McMahon Kathy O’Callaghan Betty Doody and Blissford Barreto at the launch of the Killarney GSH Evening of Celebration which will take place on February 10th. Former colleagues and staff are invited to the night marking 170 years in hotel hospitality.
Photo: Don MacMonagle
Mark Scally and Michael Jacobi join current staff for another historic photograph on the iconic steps of the Great Southern Hotel Killarney for the launch of the Killarney GSH Evening of Celebration which will take place on February 10th. Former colleagues and staff are invited to the night marking 170 years in hotel hospitality.
Photo: Don MacMonagle
Great Southern Hotel's longest serving staff member Martina O’Leary pictured at front is joined by fellow staff members from left Kathleen Buiyan also a long standing member Brian O’Doherty Aoibheann O’Leary Aine McMahon Kathy O’Callaghan Betty Doody and Blissford Barreto at the launch of the Killarney GSH Evening of Celebration which will take place on February 10th. Former colleagues and staff are invited to the night marking 170 years in hotel hospitality. Photo: Don MacMonagle
Mark Scally and Michael Jacobi join current staff for another historic photograph on the iconic steps of the Great Southern Hotel Killarney for the launch of the Killarney GSH Evening of Celebration which will take place on February 10th. Former colleagues and staff are invited to the night marking 170 years in hotel hospitality. Photo: Don MacMonagle
To commemorate the event, Great Southern Killarney has planned an ‘Evening of Celebration’ on February 10 and will welcome past team members and friends from throughout the years to join them for an evening of fun, camaraderie and celebrations as they mark the incredible friendships and contribution made by staff throughout the years.
Michael Jacobi, Managing Director, Hayfield Family Collection said: “We are delighted to mark 170 years of the Great Southern Killarney with a wonderful celebration of all the amazing people who have made this hotel such a special place for so many years. We invite our colleagues, old and new, to join us at Great Southern in commemorating this momentous occasion."
A great night is promised, with entertainment, drinks reception, finger food and more.
Tickets to the event are available to book on Eventbrite by searching “Great Southern Killarney Staff Reunion” or by contacting us on 064 663 8000 or email events@greatsouthernkillarney.com.
Tickets are priced at €25 per person, in aid of Comfort for Chemo Kerry, to assist in their goal of building a state-of-the- art purpose-built Chemotherapy Unit for the people of Kerry.
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Camera Club exhibition opens at Killarney House
Killarney Camera Club’s 25th anniversary exhibition is open to the public at Killarney House until Sunday, October 4.
Mayor of Killarney Councillor John O’Donoghue officially opened the event, which features a wide range of work from local photographers capturing landscapes, people, and moments from home and abroad.
Speaking at the opening, Mayor O’Donoghue highlighted the rich natural surroundings available to local photographers. “We are so fortunate to live in such a beautiful part of the world, with dramatic mountains, lakes, rivers, forests, and a vibrant town centre, as well as beaches and open sea just a short distance away,” he said.
In a lighthearted admission, the Mayor admitted to storing hundreds of photos on his phone, adding that seeing the standard of work on display inspired him “to finally print some of my own photographs for posterity.”
The club was founded in 2001 as the Photographic Society of Killarney at the Park Place Hotel before adopting its current name in 2006. Founding member Seamus Long recalled starting with just eight members, contrasting it with today’s membership of over 30 photographers who meet at the ANAM Arts and Cultural Centre.
“There is nothing better than seeing your images in print, mounted and framed and hanging on a wall,” Mr Long said, referencing the club’s shift from traditional darkrooms to modern digital photography.
To mark the anniversary, the club has published a commemorative booklet featuring 25 select images from members past and present. The limited-edition booklet is available at Eason’s and directly from the club.
The exhibition runs daily at Killarney House until October 4. Admission is free and all are welcome.
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