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Nature day helps raise money for women’s charity 

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By Michelle Crean  

Over 20 people gathered on Tuesday to celebrate the Feast Day of Brigid and managed to help raise €500 for a local women's charity.

The event was hosted by Kerry Walker of The Nature Hub in Beaufort and the charity gathering also sought to revive some of the traditions and customs of Brigid a.k.a. Mhuire na nGael.

Kerry said that it was "wonderful to share the natural space with people of all ages and revive the traditional crafts and customs of Ireland in a community setting".

"The day marks the beginning of spring in the Celtic calendar and is also known as Imbolc. Spring is an important time in nature as the dormancy of winter begins to stir. As the days get longer and COVID restrictions are lifted there is a sense of hope and new beginnings in the air," she said.

"The gathering allowed attendees to socialise and share insights into what Brigid's Day means to them while crafting a traditional Brigid's Cross from soft rushes.

Some attendees hadn't made a Brigid's Cross in many, many years, but were able to do so eventually through the assistance of others. The outdoor event was a great success with attendees enjoying the scones, cake and company. €500 raised for ADAPT Kerry Women's Refuge and Support Services."

Catherine Casey, the Manager of ADAPT Kerry was in attendance.

"I am so happy to be in such a beautiful setting in The Nature Hub surrounded by supporters of our charity," she said. "All donations are most welcome to help us continue our vital work as the only women's refuge in Kerry," she added. 

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The Oaks Hotel in Killarney will host ‘Spring into Your Best Life’ on April 5, an event organised in association with Breast Cancer Ireland and Irish Country Magazine. The event, […]

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The Oaks Hotel in Killarney will host ‘Spring into Your Best Life’ on April 5, an event organised in association with Breast Cancer Ireland and Irish Country Magazine.

The event, running from 12:30pm to 5:30pm, aims to provide attendees with advice on beauty, wellness, fashion, health, and happiness.
Hosted by Maura Derrane and James Patrice, the event will feature speakers including fashion expert Celia Holman Lee, pharmacist Laura Dowling, wellness expert Oonagh O’Hagan, and fitness coach Orla Hopkins.
Dr. Brian Cotter from Sisu will discuss aesthetics, while Christina Foley will focus on holistic wellbeing. Life coach Ariana Dunne will also speak on personal and professional success.
The event will include a drinks reception, a gourmet lunch, beauty and fashion masterclasses, and shopping opportunities. Attendees can win prizes throughout the day. A special Mother’s Day draw will take place for those attending with their mothers or daughters.
Tickets are available for the event via: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/your-best-life-kerry-fun-style-wellness-giveaways-breast-cancer-ireland-tickets-1021537374787?aff=oddtdtcreator

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KCC Students Receive Social Enterprise Award

Killarney Community College students Cian Walsh, Sophie Ballard, and Ella Whiteley received the Runners Up award for Social Enterprise at the Kerry County Council Annual Student Enterprise Awards. Their business, […]

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Killarney Community College students Cian Walsh, Sophie Ballard, and Ella Whiteley received the Runners Up award for Social Enterprise at the Kerry County Council Annual Student Enterprise Awards.

Their business, ‘Moods & Moments’, was recognised at the county final held at Munster Technology North Campus on Friday last (March 14).
The event saw 20 mini businesses created by secondary school students, focusing on business development, finance, marketing, and business plan presentation. Students operated their mini companies over several months, experiencing real-world entrepreneurship.
Prizes were awarded across Junior, Intermediate, and Senior levels.
Tomás Hayes, Head of Local Enterprise Office said: “I am pleased to see the level of innovation, resourcefulness, planning and development of all 20 projects in this year’s awards. This is a real-life exercise. It involves idea generation and actual trading. Profits are generated and finance is secured. It is a taste of business and all the issues involved from finding the right idea, funding the business, collecting the money, and building the team. I must commend the teachers for their efforts and the mentors for their support. The judges had a very difficult task.”

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