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Jimmy Deenihan and Sonia O’Sullivan to harness pedal power in Killarney in aid of Temple Street
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FORMER Government Minister and Kerry footballer Jimmy Deenihan will be joined by a host of hugely accomplished speakers for a corporate cycling forum in aid of Temple Street Children’s Hospital taking place on Friday, June 30, in the Europe Hotel in Killarney.
The ‘Contribution of Cycling to a Healthier Workforce’ forum takes place on the weekend of the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle and along with a host of high profile CEOs, Mr Deenihan has secured Irish Olympian Sonia O’Sullivan to speak at the event before she takes on the 180km cycle the following day.
The forum will take place between 3pm and 5pm and will address the benefits of encouraging cycling in the workplace. Experts will weigh in on how this can lead to a healthier lifestyle, personal wellbeing and development as well as relationship building within the work place along with networking and team building.
Tickets for the event cost €50 with all proceeds going to Temple Street Children’s Hospital, one of the charities aligned with the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle. Tickets can be purchased in advance via: https://goo.gl/VeWAuS
Other speakers on the day will include Ollie Brogan MD of ESB International, Barney Whelan formerly of An Post, Joyce Farrell HR Manager of ESB International and Jim Breen CEO of Pulse Learning.
Before the event Jimmy Deenihan said: “I am delighted to be involved in the ‘Contribution of Cycling to a Healthier Workforce’ forum. It is now, more than ever, so important to look after ourselves both mentally as well as physically and cycling is an outlet that can help this tenfold. The Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle is the perfect event for our forum to coincide with as the biggest one day charity fundraising event in Ireland and we are thrilled that the money raised will go directly to one of the beneficiary charities of this year’s cycle.”
Speaking ahead of the cycle Sonia O’Sullivan said: “I am really looking forward to taking part in the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle. I have been cycling regularly to prepare for the 180km cycle but can’t wait to appreciate the stunning scenery that Kerry has to offer especially as this is a cycle to enjoy and not a race.” She went on to say: “I’m excited to share my enjoyment of cycling with other cycling enthusiasts at the ‘Contribution of Cycling to a Healthier Workforce’ forum where we all share a common bond in the joy of cycling and how it keeps us both mentally and physically fit.”
To book tickets for the forum visit the website and for more information on the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle visit www.ringofkerrycycle.ie
Herbert descendants visit Muckross House
Scott and Sandra Patterson recently visited Muckross House and Gardens to explore their family heritage, meeting with Muckross House Research Library archivist Patricia O’Hare.
The couple are the great-great-grandchildren of Charles Herbert (1842-1891), the second son of Colonel Henry Arthur Herbert and Mary Balfour. Following their marriage in 1837, Colonel Herbert and Mary Balfour moved to Killarney and began construction on the current Muckross House, which was completed in 1843.
The family, which included children Eleanor, Henry Arthur, Charles, and Blanche, spent much of the Great Famine years in England. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan
Rotary Club welcomes District Governor
Killarney Rotary Club was honoured to welcome Rotary District Governor George Roche and his wife, Maeve, during their official visit to the club, marking an important occasion in the Rotary calendar and celebrating the club’s commitment to serving the local community.
The visit provided members with an opportunity to showcase the work being undertaken in Killarney and to discuss plans for the year ahead as Rotary clubs across the district embrace this year’s theme, Creating Lasting Impact.
Newly elected President of Killarney Rotary Club, Yolande Nieman, welcomed the District Governor and Maeve on behalf of the club.
“It was a pleasure to welcome George and Maeve to Killarney and to share the enthusiasm and dedication of our members,” said Ms Nieman. “Rotary has a proud tradition of bringing people together to improve lives, both locally and internationally. As President, I am excited to lead our club in supporting this year’s message of Creating Lasting Impact. Together, we want to continue delivering projects that strengthen our community, support local organisations, and create positive change that will be felt for years to come.”
During the visit, District Governor George Roche commended the members of Killarney Rotary Club for their commitment to service and encouraged them to continue identifying opportunities where Rotary can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Killarney Rotary Club has a long history of supporting local charities, community groups, youth development initiatives, and international humanitarian projects. Under President Yolande Nieman’s leadership, the club will continue to build on that legacy while developing new partnerships and initiatives that respond to the evolving needs of the Killarney community.
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