Art lovers to paint it pink for breast cancer charity

Art lovers are being invited to think pink and support an important cause at a special fundraising event in Killarney this week.

Art Jam Studio will host its ‘Paint It Pink’ fundraiser on Friday, July 31, with proceeds going to Breast Cancer Ireland to support breast cancer research.

The day-long event will see participants enjoy a relaxed painting session while raising money for the charity. Guests are encouraged to wear pink and create their own pink-inspired masterpiece, whether on canvas, a tote bag or a tray.

Tickets cost €40 per person, with 50 per cent of the fee being donated directly to Breast Cancer Ireland.

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Methodist church host fundraising summer fête

The Methodist church in Killarney is hosting a summer fête this weekend, Friday and Saturday, to raise badly needed funds for the church and Adapt Kerry Women’s Refuge in Tralee.

Adapt Kerry provides critical, trauma-informed support for women and children escaping domestic abuse and coercive control.

The event, is being held in the church at the bottom of Countess Road, and will host several stalls that will be selling lots of goodies, including household items, plants, home-baking and good-as-new clothes from 10 am to 4pm. Refreshments will also be available.

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