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PHOTOS: A Run In The Sun To Raise Funds For St John’s Parochial School

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Maura O’Sullivan, Carol O’Sullivan and Yuliya Meriakri at the St John’s Parochial School run in the Town Park on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean

IT was a glorious Sunday morning in Tralee Town Park as families gathered for a fundraiser for a local school.

The community from St John’s Parochial School in Ashe Street were out in force for a fun run to raise funds for school yard and play space upgrades.

“We’re delighted with the turnout from the school community and we’ve a lovely day for it here,” said Principal Mike O’Toole.

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“We thank them for supporting us and we’ve already raised over €2,000 on the gofundme page. It’s been great to see people come out for to support the event. With the funds we’re hoping to put down an astro-pitch/multi-play surface in an area at the school,” said Mike.

After a warm-up, the participants set off on 2k and 5k routes around the Park just after 11am and there was a lovely atmosphere generated by the close-knit school community. Scroll down for photos…

Grace Kemple, Theo Bastible, Emer Kemple and Sarah Kemple at the St John’s Parochial School run in the Town Park on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Kane Brassil, Marie O’Flaherty and June Noonan at the St John’s Parochial School run in the Town Park on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Katie Treacy and Amy Auchincloss with Dorian and Alexandra O’Keeffe, Joshua Auchincloss and Aoife Drummey at the St John’s Parochial School run in the Town Park on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Alice McCoy, Muireann McCoy, Danny Murphy and Ciara Culloty at the St John’s Parochial School run in the Town Park on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Steph Lawlor, Sara Clifford and Lisa Mulvihill at the St John’s Parochial School run in the Town Park on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Ogemdi and Emma Ohomele with Colette Price at the St John’s Parochial School run in the Town Park on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Taking off on the St John’s Parochial School run in the Town Park on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Taking off on the St John’s Parochial School run in the Town Park on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Taking off on the St John’s Parochial School run in the Town Park on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Family Fun Run On Sunday To Help Local School

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Teacher Maura O’Sullivan, Principal Mike O’Toole and teacher Danny Murphy with pupil looking forward to the St John’s Parochial School Fundraising Run which takes place on this Sunday, May 19. Photo by Dermot Crean

THE folks at St John’s Parochial School on Ashe Street, Tralee are looking forward to welcoming the wide community to an event this Sunday morning as a fundraiser for their school.

The children, their parents and staff are planning the school’s second annual fun run in Tralee Town Park to help fund school yard and play space upgrades.

The Principal of St John’s Parochial School, Mike O’Toole, said: “Our numbers have doubled in recent years – from 38 to 75 students and from two to four teachers – since 2022. The play spaces have become more crowded and we would love to make these areas as productive and play friendly as possible.

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“Astro Pitches and Playgrounds cost up to €20,000 and €45,000 respectively and proceeds from this year’s fun run will go towards our Yard Rejuvenation Fund. Unfortunately, and despite being a DEIS school, there is no funding from the Department or grant available to bring our children’s dreams to fruition.”

Anyone who wants a fun day out, while keeping fit at the same time can register from 10.15am at the park entrance opposite the KDYS on Denny Street while the run itself will start at 11am.

Anyone who is not in a position to take part in the fun run can support the school’s fundraising efforts by making a donation online at https://www.gofundme.com/st-johns-parochial-school.

For more information, please contact info@jschooltralee.com or phone 066 7128142 during school hours.

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Children’s Fancy Dress Fun Run In The Town Park

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Starting off on the fun run in the Town Park last year. Photo by Dermot Crean

THE annual Family Fancy Dress Charity Fun Run in the Town Park tomorrow is one of the highlights of the Easter family fun in Tralee this weekend.

This year’s event starts from 12.30pm and children of all ages are encouraged to book their place early at www.eventbrite.com.

The entry fee is only €5 with all profits being donated to Down Syndrome Ireland and every registered child who takes part will receive an Easter Egg thanks Garvey’s Supervalu Tralee.

The event will eggsplode into action with a Zumba Warm-up with Linda Flanagan from Zumba Kerry, while there will be face painting, music and a prize of family lunch at the Ashe Hotel for the Best Dressed Family among other prizes. To register click here

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PHOTOS: Rockies Enjoy 5k Fun Run In Aid Of Irish Powerchair Team

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Austin Stacks’ Darragh Long, Daniel Bohan and baby Sonnie, Shane Guthrie, Paul Lucey, David Mannix, Jonathan Conway and baby Harry and Kieran Donaghy supporting the clubs 5K Fun Run last Sunday morning. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin

THE Austin Stacks Senior Men’s team  organised a 5K fun run/walk/Jog last Sunday in sunny Connolly Park.

The event was arranged to fundraise and support the Irish Powerchair team who are playing in the FIFA World Cup in Orlando.

Their senior team manager, Pat Flanagan, and his son Patrick are currently representing Ireland at the games.

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Around 130 Austin Stacks supporters of all ages participated in this sporting fundraiser which was held within the grounds of Austin Stacks Club in Connolly Park.

Francie Breen provided the musical motivation and refreshments were compliments of Lidl on the day.  A grand total of €670 was raised for the Power Chair Team. Scroll down for Adrienne McLoughlin’s photos from the day…

A fine morning for a run. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin
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Participants gather at the start. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin
Setting off on the run. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin
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Fun on the run. Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin
Photo by Adrienne McLoughlin.
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VIDEO/PHOTOS: Kids Brave The Elements For Fun Run In The Town Park

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Erin, Ger and Lily Collins at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Erin, Ger and Lily Collins at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean

THE kids are made of sterner stuff here in Tralee and it showed as they braved the rain this afternoon for the  fun run in the Town Park.

Held as part of the Tír Na nÓg Children’s Festival and supported by Tralee Chamber Alliance, the bad weather meant that the planned Zumba warm up from Linda Flanagan had to wait until nearly 1pm as the rain abated.

She kept the youngsters entertained along with Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Woody and Buzz and Sofia The First, but, with drops starting to fall again, it was decided to get the fun run underway and about 80 children and adults set off on the circuit.

The kids had to endure another heavy shower before finishing with a well-deserved certificate, medal and, of course, an Easter egg, waiting for them. Well done to the organisers and those who took part despite the weather. Scroll down for a short video of the start and photos below…

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John and Caroline Collins with Seoda, Jack and Aria Collins at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
John and Caroline Collins with Seoda, Jack and Aria Collins at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
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In front; Hugo Logins, Violate Logina, Elizabeth Silina.At back; Inta Logina, Kristine Sasko and Edgars Sasko at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
In front; Hugo Logins, Violate Logina, Elizabeth Silina.At back; Inta Logina, Kristine Sasko and Edgars Sasko at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Laura and Tomas Herlihy at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Laura and Tomas Herlihy at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Having fun before the start of the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Having fun before the start of the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
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In front; Molly Manley, Jasmine O'Sullivan Foley and Rachel O'Connor. At back; Maria Manley and Jacinta O'Connor at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
In front; Molly Manley, Jasmine O’Sullivan Foley and Rachel O’Connor. At back; Maria Manley and Jacinta O’Connor at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Calum, Scott, Yvie and Catriona Ross at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Calum, Scott, Yvie and Catriona Ross at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Nora and Aoibhin O'Sullivan with Mickey at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Nora and Aoibhin O’Sullivan with Mickey at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Joanne Ellard and Eliza Lynch with Mickey at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Joanne Ellard and Eliza Lynch with Mickey at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean

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at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Alanna, Mark, Mark and Kelly O’Sullivan at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Linda Flanagan at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Linda Flanagan at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Participants at start of the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Creanat the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Participants at start of the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Participants at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Participants at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Participants at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Participants at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Participants at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Participants at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Participants at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Participants at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Participants at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
Participants at the Tir Na nOg Fun Run in the Town Park on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Local Business Sponsors Trophies For CBS Fun Run This Sunday

 

 

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Kieran Ahern of Foley’s Spar Express on the Castlemaine Road delivers the trophies for the CBS Fun Run to the school. Also included are students and teachers Helen Kelliher and Karen Tobin.

WITH only days to go until the inaugural CBS The Green 5k and 3k fun run, organisers are still encouraging runners to register for the event.

Taking place on this Sunday, September 27 at 1pm sharp, the fundraising event marks the beginning of a new school year and the continuation of the school’s fundraising initiatives for their new astro turf facility.

The run received a welcome boost  as local man Norman Foley of Foley’s Spar Express on the Castlemaine Road is sponsoring the medals and trophies to the school.

Norman said that he was “happy to help out, in any way he could and that the astro turf facility will be of huge benefit to the school community.”

Preparations are well afoot for what promises to be a great day out for all the family.  Local business people have provided refreshments, bouncy castles and face painting.

All participants will receive a medal and goodie bag upon crossing the finishing line.

The running bug has well and truly been established in the Green school as a result of the very successful classroom to 5k programme.

CBS teachers Helen Kelliher and Karen Tobin, organisers of this event, are both keen runners and members of Born To Run marathon Club.

The race will commence and finish in the school grounds, taking in the town park and outlining areas, making the routes fast, flat and safe. The less challenging 3k is aimed at novice runners and local primary school children, while the 5k will suit all ages and abilities.

The cost of this event is €5 for children/students and €10 for adults. This will be a timed race. There will be plenty of prizes on the day and a medal for all participants.

Registration forms are available from the school and all information can be found on our Facebook page (CBS, The Green Inaugural 5k and 3k Fun Run) or by contacting the school on (066) 7145824.