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MACademy is creating a very talented bunch!

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Unique performing arts school The MACademy empowers its students to grow and develop as they discover new skills and interests.

CAMP: 'Camp MACademy' will run for the midterm break from November 1 to 4 in The Holy Cross School.

Founded by Lily MacMonagle and located in the heart of Killarney town, it is the place to be if music, theatre and drama is what you want this year.

The school runs weekly classes every Thursday, consisting of 45 minutes of dance, 45 minutes of drama, and 45 minutes of singing from four to 18 years of age.

"As a passionate performing arts school, we take great pride in every course we teach," Lily told the Killarney Advertiser.

"We have a highly interactive and engaging teaching style that has made us an extremely popular performing arts school. The students train all year to perfect all three talents whilst working towards their 'MACademy Show'."

Term two begins on November 10 and if you would like to book in just visit www.themacademy.ie or call Lily on 087 6296152.

"We also have a MAC Babies Parent and Toddler music class every Tuesday and Thursday down in The Ross Golf Course. Our next six week course begins on October 25 and 27. Booking can be made on our website."
MIDTERM BREAK

'Camp MACademy' will run for the midterm break from November 1 to 4 in The Holy Cross School. "This musical camp welcomes kids and young adults who are ready to engage in a fun musical and dramatic experience. We offer an incredible variety of programmes and activities, music, drama and dance, with some arts and crafts and games thrown in for good measure. We have top-of-the-line facilities and qualified staff who are committed to the enjoyment and safety of all our MACademers. This Halloween we will be focusing on all things ghoulish, with music from some of our favourite's like 'The Nightmare Before Christmas', 'Hocus Pocus', 'The Addams Family' and 'Rocky Horror Picture Show'. For pricing and times please email themacademypa@gmail.com or visit our website www.themacademy.ie.

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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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