Ger’s Memorial Vintage Run gives lift to local causes

The Ger Kennelly Memorial Vintage Run was a great success on Sunday last as it revved up to raise proceeds for two worthy local beneficiaries.

Moyvane Community Centre and the Nano Nagle Special School in Listowel are set to benefit from the run held each year in memory of the much missed Ger Kennelly. 

A native of Lisselton, Ger lived in Moyvane and during his lifetime was a great advocate for fundraising and supporting the community.

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Finuge festival to honour harping legacy

The rich tradition of harp music in North Kerry in centuries past will be celebrated at the second Cornelius Lyons Harp Summer Festival this weekend.

Hosted by Teach Siamsa in Finuge, the festival from Friday June 19th to Sunday 21st will feature workshops, concert and musical performances.

This special festival honours the legacy of Cornelius Lyons, the renowned 18th-century Kerry harper, while bringing together musicians, learners and lovers of traditional Irish music for a weekend of workshops, performances and cultural connection in the heart of Finuge.

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