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Pres girls turn back time
WELL, the soundtrack has certainly changed from when the likes of The Bangles and Simply Red were topping the charts, but that didn’t stop the fun as the St Brigid’s Presentation Secondary School Leaving Certificate class of 1989 reunited at the weekend. Friendships were renewed as the past pupils travelled back in time. The Class of ’89 reunion took place in The Brehon Hotel, Killarney, where a drinks reception was followed by dinner.
The St Brigid's Presentation class of 1989 at their reunion in The Brehon on Saturday. PICTURE: DYLAN CLIFFORD
Catwalk show is a stylish success DEDICATED followers of fashion in Killarney generated an impressive €18,101 at the recent Models in Recovery catwalk event. The models, with Majella O’Donnell as MC, strutted their stuff at the INEC in aid of the Killarney branch of the Kerry Hospice Foundation. "We greatly appreciate the generosity of all who attended on the night and those who purchased tickets but were unable to attend,” said Pat Doolan, chairman of the Killarney branch of the Kerry Hospice Foundation. “A big thank you to the courageous models, the participating shops, hair and makeup stylists, our sponsors, INEC staff, ticket sellers, our hardworking committee and all who assisted us in any way. Grateful thanks also to our special guest and compere Majella O'Donnell and fashion designer Don O'Neill for the fantastic designer outfit donation.” Pat added: “We would like to take the opportunity of expressing our condolences to the O'Connor Family, Tralee on the sad passing of Tommy Frank O'Connor, RIP. “Frank had been with us since the first show three years ago and, though in failing health, he courageously came on board as a model again this year. To his wife Sheila and their children we extend our heartfelt sympathies. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dhilis."
Ted Moynihan, chairman, Kerry Hospice, Elsie Hegarty, Margaret Walsh O'Donoghue and Pat Doolan, chairman, Killarney Hospice.
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Killarney Advertiser 28.10.16
Halloween magic at Killarney Outlet Centre GHOSTS and ghouls will mingle with monsters and zombies at the Killarney Outlet Centre Halloween fancy dress parade this Sunday, October 30. The fun commences at 2pm and continues until 6pm with spooky swarms converging on the Outlet Centre. Take it from us, it’s always a spook-tactic event, with covetable prizes and free fun activities for whole family. The lucky winners of the fancy dress parade will receive a Roller RX Scooter for the best-dressed boy and a Speed Scooter for the best-dressed girl, both sponsored by O’Connor’s World of Wonder. The best-dressed family in association with Select Hotels will win a fabulous family break in Kenmare Bay Hotel B&B and one dinner for two adults and two children sponsored by Select Hotels and Kenmare Bay Hotel. The best-dressed adult will collect a family pass for Killarney Ghost Tours. All entrants are asked to donate €1 in support of Killarney Rotary Club’s campaign to End Polio Now. Killarney Outlet Centre manager Paul Sherry said: “Every child will be given a goodie bag, kindly sponsored by Killarney Advertiser and there’s even a treat in store for parents, as everyone who comes along to the party will receive a voucher from Select Hotels of Ireland offering a free second night’s stay when you book one night away at any Select Hotel nationwide.” There will be free children’s entertainment with spooky storytelling sessions and Punch and Judy puppet shows in the yurt from 2pm to 4 pm. Killarney Candle Makers and Clay Fun will also be on hand to help you create a personalised candle or clay design – a small materials charge applies. Ireland’s premier Outlet Centre hosts a bespoke arts, crafts and food fair on the ground floor on Saturday, October 29 and Sunday, October 30.
Chris O'Leary, Ballyhar, and daughters Maebh and Aoife O'Leary were winners of the best dressed family pass for Killarney Ghost Tours, at the annual Halloween fancy dress parade in Killarney Outlet Centre last year. PICTURE: EAMONN KEOGH