Connect Lifestyle April 2024

The lifestyle magazine for Kerry

Made in Kerry, for Kerry

Joe OBrien

Lifetime Achievement Recipient Listowel Garden Centre Celebrates 40 Years in business

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Hi everyone and welcome to April.

We have had a busy month with our Annual Connect Hair and Beauty Awards, it was a fantastic day and everyone had lots of fun, congrats to all our worthy winners and finalists. Its so refreshing to see so many new people coming to that industry too and setting up their own small business.

We have all the images here to view so enjoy looking through all the glamour of the day. Thank you to everyone that has supported us and the Hair and Beauty industry

We are celebrating with Listowel Garden Centre this month as they celebrate 40 years in business!

See you all soon

Mags xx

Listowel Garden Centre

A STORY 40 YEARS IN THE MAKING

The Listowel Garden centre is celebrating its 40th anniversary this April. I asked them some questions about their business and its history, from its inception to its upcoming celebration for 40 years of business. Here’s what they had to say. Back in 1984, Listowel Garden Centre was founded by Liz McAuliffe alongside her husband Nick. Selling a wide range of quality flowers, the business has stayed strong and remains in the family with Liz and Nick’s Son and Daughter, Mairead and Feidhlim working full time to keep things growing in the right direction.

But every business needs people to know about it to thrive, and the Listowel Garden Centre has enjoyed a loyal customer base spreading the word to others. In more recent years they have also embraced social media such as facebook and instagram alongside running ads in local newspapers such as the Kerry’s Eye and the Advertiser, and of course, Connect Kerry magazine. Open all year round, except for St Stephen’s and New Years, the Listowel Garden Centre has worked hard for its place in the local community, they also offer on hand horticultural advice with their in-house horticulturists, Kerry and Emmett, to help ensure that if you take a plant home it stays happy and healthy. They also offer local deliveries, especially during Covid they stayed vigilant with fulfilling local orders while also prioritising the health of everyone involved, ensuring customers got their gardening essentials even during difficult times.

If you’re not looking for gardening, the centre also offers furniture, homeware, gifts, a fashion mimosa boutique and even a cafe, meaning anybody can come and enjoy their time in Listowel . Thyme Out Café has just had its outdoor area expanded allowing customers to enjoy their coffee out in the gardens. The McAuliffe family have worked hard to ensure that the Centre remains an ideal shopping destination that offers something for everyone.

Unlock Your Passion for Beauty and Hair at Kerry College

Do you dream of transforming your love for beauty and hair into a rewarding career? Look no further than Kerry College, where a suite of part-time and full-time courses await, tailored to ignite your creativity and equip you with the skills needed to thrive in the ever-evolving hair and beauty industry.

At Kerry College, we pride ourselves on delivering industryrelevant training that meets the highest standards. Our courses are accredited by world-leading organisations such as ITEC, CIBTAC, CIDESCO, and City & Guilds, ensuring that your qualifications are recognised and respected worldwide.

Our Kerry College of Beauty is a state-of-the-art facility designed to provide learners with world-leading education and training within the hair and beauty industry. With wellequipped classrooms and practical training areas, we ensure learners have everything they need to excel.

Kerry College offers a range of part-time courses, perfect for individuals looking to upskill or retrain whilst balancing other commitments. Whether you're delving into the art of barbering or mastering the intricate techniques of eyelash extensions, there's something for everyone:

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· Eyelash Extensions

· Reflexology

· Manicure & Pedicure

· Nail Technology

“I absolutely loved the practical sessions and our tutor was patient and encouraging. Her love and enthusiasm for reflexology was infectious and I looked forward to these classes every week. The people I met on this course are now friends for life, (a cliché I know) but you just know when you have met your tribe!” - Doreen Fitzell, Reflexology Learner

For those ready to immerse themselves fully in the beauty industry, Kerry College offers comprehensive full-time courses (with NO FEES!) designed to go straight to employment or progress to higher education.

· Hairdressing

· Beauty Therapy

“I matured a lot whilst doing this course. I hope to do an apprenticeship in hairdressing and then potentially a Masters. I’d love to become a colour specialist. This is definitely the industry I want to excel in and this course at Kerry College allowed me to learn this!” - Aisling O’ Carroll, Hairdressing Graduate

Kerry College also offers its learners invaluable opportunities to earn national awards, encouraging them to stand out in the beauty and hair sector. Ciara O’ Sullivan, a graduate of Beauty Therapy, represented Kerry College and Kerry ETB at the prestigious World Skills Competition in 2023. In showcasing her talents, she earned a silver medal which will be an asset to her in her future professional endeavours.

Kerry College remains committed to providing high-quality education and training opportunities to learners, helping them to achieve their academic and professional goals while making a positive impact in the world of hair and beauty and beyond.

“In our hairdressing course, we cover all entry-level aspects of the craft, equipping students with the foundational skills necessary for immediate employability within the industry. By providing them with the essential building blocks of a successful career, we empower our students to embark on their professional journey with confidence."

- Niamh O’ Halloran, Hairdressing Coordinator, Monavalley Campus

To find out more about our Hair and Beauty programmes, see: https://kerrycollege.ie/course-fields-of-learning/hair-beauty/

For application support or further information on entry requirements, funding options, and learning supports, visit one of our Admissions Offices in Tralee or Killarney, call us on (066) 7149696/(064) 6622593, or email us at info@kerrycollege.ie.

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Sunday April 7th saw the return of the annual Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards,  guests from the hair and beauty industry gathered in the Rose Hotel for the annual awards, and lots of fun was had on the day.

It all kicked off at 3pm with a delicious champagne reception

Then it was on to the Lee Suite for a scrumptious 4 course meal created by award-winning head chef at the Rose Odran Lucey accompanied by fine wines,

At 5.30pm the awards ceremony began where all the awards were announced. This was followed by a fantastic after-party where guests enjoyed the entertainment of Ray Stack DJ.

We would like to thank all who attended on the day and all those who supported us as a sponsor or providing spot prizes for our charity raffle for Kerry Parents & Friends Association.

We look forward to welcoming you all to our next awards in June

Connect Kerry Business Development award

PATRICIA MCCARTHY LAVANDER HAIR KERRY/CORK

Connect Kerry Brow Specialist– in association with Rashas Beauty

MONIKA BANACH TRANSFORM BY MON

Connect Kerry Colour Technician – in Association with Listowel Garden Centre

COURTNEY GOGGIN BRUSH N BLUSH

Connect Kerry Rising Star Award

BRID MASON BEAUTY BY BRID

Connect Kerry Wedding /Occasion Hair in association with John Walsh Photo

NOIRIN GOULDING NO 18 HAIR AND BEAUTY LISTOWEL

Connect Kerry Lash Specialist in association with Rashas Beauty

LILLIANA BOJANOWSKA LILLANAS LASHES KILLARNEY

Connect Kerry One to watch in the industry

EMMA O SULLIVAN EILEENS BEAUTY

Connect Kerry Aesthetics Specialist in association with Thermage at Susan Crean Dental & Facial Esthetics

JOAN MARIE PIERCE AESTHETICS LISTOWEL

Connect Kerry Years of service to the Industry

FRANCES, MAUREEN AND ALL AT BRUSH N BLUSH

Connect Kerry Outstanding Knowledge of chosen industry

KAROLYNA NIEMCYK VOGUE HAIR AND BEAUTY

Connect Kerry Best Blow Dry in association with ROCK_IT_KAFTANS

DEMELZA MORIARTY TRALEE HAIR STUDIO

Connect Kerry Team of the Year VOGUE HAIR AND BEAUTY

Connect Kerry Salon Ambience Award SKIN BEAUTY AT THE GLENEAGLE

Connect Kerry Overall Hair Individual ELAINE CASEY PETER MARK TRALEE

Connect Kerry Counter/ Salon/Spa Manager – In association with Billgenie SHAUNA O SHEA EASANNA SPA AT SHEEN FALLS.

Connect Kerry Massage Specialist in association Celebration Events

KATERINA PETROVA

PENINSULA SPA AT DINGLE SKELLIG

Connect Kerry Cutting and Restyling Specialist – in association with K+A Cleaning JEAN COUNIHAN ALLURE HAIR KILLARNEY.

Connect Kerry Male Grooming and barbering in association with Beardsmith MO SALEH THE TURKISH BARBER KILLARNEY.

Connect Kerry Peoples Choice NADUR SPA AT BALLYGARRY ESTATE

Connect Kerry Hair Salon of the year in association with Hairworks Hair and Beauty PETER MARK TRALEE

Connect Kerry Hair Extension specialist of the year – in association with Tracey Grimes hair and extensions

SAMANTHA CLIFFORD VOGUE HAIR AND BEAUTY

Connect Kerry Overall Beauty Individual JACQUELINE O CONNOR NADUR SPA

Connect Kerry Junior Hair/ beauty in association with Kerry College AMY REIDY

Connect Kerry Beauty Salon of the year in association with Kenmare Beauty Rooms MARIONS BEAUTY CASTLEISLAND

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Guests Attending

Connect Kerry Best Educator to the industry

RACHEL ASLETT

Connect Kerry Beauty Therapist of the year

DOREEN ENRIGHT

THE BEAUTY SPOT TARBERT

Connect Kerry Spa of the year Dr Grainne Ryan Aesthetics

THE SPA AT KILLARNEY PLAZA