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Sponsored: Something Special From Ballygarry This Valentine’s Weekend

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THIS will be a Valentine’s weekend like no other, especially for hotels and restaurants who love welcoming loved-up couples to enjoy a lavish, intimate night out with amazing food.

COVID has halted the fun for the moment, but you can still create your own romantic atmosphere with top quality food thanks to the folks at Ballygarry House Hotel this weekend.

If you pre-order a three course meal, they will provide a bottle of wine to include with your delicious dinner. There’s some fabulous choices on the menu (see below) which are sure to suit all palates. The three course dinner and a bottle of wine for two is €85.

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Also, to celebrate Valentine’s Day, head pastry chef Roy Lyons has created a box of delectable treats for you and your loved one to enjoy. This treat box is accompanied with a bottle of delicious J.Moreau French Wine, all for €50 (€30 without the wine).

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The treat box includes: Red Velvet Muffins with Streusel Crumb, Pecan Brownies, Macarons with Raspberry & Chocolate Ganache, Homemade Profiteroles with Chocolate Sauce, Mini Aero Cheesecakes, Meringue Roulades, Ballygarry Double Chocolate Cookies along with a bottle of J Moreau French Wine.

Both choices are for collection only on the following selected dates; 12th, 13th & 14th February. The hotel will contact you to arrange a suitable collection time.

To find out more, contact Ballygarry House Hotel on 066-7123322 or click on the following link https://fe.avvio.com/vouchers/site/Ballygarry%20House/en/index/8796093024474/Valentine’s+Gifts.html?_ga=2.16283953.683030287.1612346644-638661597.1582474843&fbclid=IwAR3dqRq12zQ1pGPxFBEUzhIyPzPxKBBzt8Ja38cLO8uKYTEt7ZHhBvdCG9w 

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Scoil Eoin To Host Fundraising St Valentine’s Ball In Ballygarry

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Looking forward to the Scoil Eoin St Valentine’s Ball.

WE know it’s early, but if you’re making any plans for St Valentine’s night, you might consider this fundraiser from Scoil Eoin, Balloonagh.

There is a great buzz of excitement around the school as they monitor the progress of their new building and the fundraising committee are organising a Valentine’s Ball to raise funds to develop playgrounds and playing areas around the new structure.

“We are so aware of the benefits of play and exercise for our children, that we want to ensure that we are providing them with the best we can, as we face into a new decade,” says principal Kieran O’Toole. Plans for the proposed new playgrounds are due to be unveiled this week.

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“We are hoping to be joined by our past pupils, parents of past pupils, members of our school community and indeed anyone who would like a good night out”.

He also added that he hoped the night might appeal to groups of singletons, looking for a glamorous night out.

The Valentine’s Ball will be held in Ballygarry House Hotel on Friday, February 14. Proceedings will begin with a Garnish Island Gin reception accompanied by classical pianist Deirdre Millane.

This will be followed by a five course meal and then dancing to Arklight followed by a disco by DJ Manus Leane. Tickets priced at €100 each are available from Scoil Eoin Balloonagh reception. Cocktail/black tie attire is optional.

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Pop-Up Valentine’s Craft Market For This Saturday In Roundy’s Bar

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IF you’re looking for something different to do this Saturday — that doesn’t include the Six Nations and the big GAA game — then you can support local artists and craft makers at a Valentine’s Market in Roundy’s Bar at Milk Market Lane in Tralee from 1pm-6pm.

Having previously hosted a number of craft markets over Christmas, Roundy’s willingly offered a space once again to the artists to share their products with the local people of Tralee and surrounds.

The theme for this market is Valentine’s but there will also be amazing gifts, artworks and crafts for other occasions also.

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The artists taking part in this market will be Rebecca Lyons (Origami), Mary G. Sheehan (Oil paintings and digital prints), James Brown (Photography), Inked Hibiscus Designs (Crochet) and Kieran Herlhy (Illustrations).

A  #minimixologist is also on hand with his pop-up Hot Chocolate bar to warm shoppers up as they browse.

All artists are based in Kerry and  all work is hand crafted  and a great chance to pick up something different for a loved one for Valentine’s which is the Thursday after the market takes place.

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Feel The Love At SVP Tralee this Valentines Day

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The SVP shop on Friary Lane will be loved up for Valentines Day.

ST Vincent de Paul Tralee will hold their first customer appreciation event this year on Valentine’s Day, February 14. The customer appreciation day will begin at 12pm and finish at 4pm.

The event will take place in the Saint Vincent de Paul’s Clothes shop, Friary Lane. The society of St Vincent de Paul focuses on practical approaches to dealing with poverty and alleviating its effects on individuals and families.

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Refreshments will be provided at the event, including the most popular Valentine’s dish, chocolate. A raffle will be held on the day, where people will be in with a chance to win a beautiful Valentine’s hamper.

For more information, check out their facebook page by clicking here.

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Win A Valentines Dinner For Two With Kirby’s Brogue Inn

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Kirbys Brogue Inn is always a special place for couples for Valentines.

VALENTINES weekend is just around the corner and what’s more romantic than a night out at a wonderful restaurant?

Well the good folk at Kirbys Brogue Inn recognise that love is in the air and have come up with a delicious menu (see above advert) which will be available from Saturday, February 11 to Valentines Day on Tuesday, February 14.

To celebrate this special menu, they are rewarding three couples – who book a table for dinner on any of the above dates before Friday, February 10 – with a complimentary dinner for two and a bottle of wine.

The three winners will be chosen at random and notified by phone, with their names published on the Kirbys Brogue Inn Facebook page on Friday, February 10.

Remember, you must book a table for dinner for Saturday, Sunday, Monday or Tuesday (February 11-14) to be in with a chance of winning the prize, so call Kirbys Brogue Inn on 066-7181998.

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‘Valentines Night With A Difference’ With Fundraiser In Rose Hotel

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Launching the ‘Valentines With A Difference’ event at the Rose Hotel on Thursday were, seated; Phil Stack and Eileen Comerford of Recovery Haven. Back; Dermot Crowley and Maureen O’Brien of Recovery Haven, Head Chef at The Rose Hotel Odran Lucey and General Manager of The Rose Hotel, Mark Sullivan. Photo by Dermot Crean

NOW this really is a great idea and for an even better cause.

Valentines Day falls on a Tuesday this year and for those of you thinking about a night out, Recovery Haven and The Rose Hotel have come up with something very special.

It’s not just for loved-up couples either. In fact they are looking for friends who want a night out, groups from work, etc. to take tickets at their ‘Valentines With A Difference’ event.

Guests will be treated to champagne on arrival, with Dave Rath playing jazz music in the foyer. Then the Lee Suite will host a five course meal created by Head Chef Odran Lucey followed by entertainment. There’ll be chocolates for the gents and a rose for the ladies.

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On top of all this, one person from every table (of ten) is guaranteed to win a hamper of goodies – sponsored by local businesses – in the raffle.

The cost? A frankly incredible €30 per ticket, with proceeds going to the great cause of the Recovery Haven who expressed their thanks to The Rose Hotel for their generosity in organising the night and to local businesses for sponsoring the hampers.

To buy tickets for the event, contact Recovery Haven on 066-7192122, from The Rose Hotel on 066-7199100 or call Maureen O’Brien on 086-3612912 or Eileen on 087-9209662.

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Five Things To Look Forward To In February…

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What can we look forward to in February?

We’re almost there…

Let’s be honest here and admit that January wouldn’t rank high on everyone’s list of favourite months.

Crap weather, no money, and the hangover, after the party that is December, kicks in.

Bu we’re almost through it and we here at TraleeToday.ie felt that we should give people a lift by showing the fun stuff on the way in February…

‘Five Things You Have To Look Forward To In February…’

1. Springtime is here…

We had to put this at the top of our list – we are Irish after all and we love talking about weather.

With this recent cold snap and mixed weather that we’ve been having, I think that we’re all due a good sustained period of mild weather and sunshine!

Aren’t we Mother Nature? Please?!

Below: Just a typical January day on the hills outside Tralee…

2. Pancake time…

Falling on February 17, it’s that time of the year to start thinking about what toppings you’re going to devour on your pancakes.

If there’s one thing guaranteed to put a stop to that winter slump, it’s knowing that there is a whole day dedicated to the delicious treats!

It’s probably better not to eat your own body weight in them though.

This is how we’ll be cooking them…

3. St Valentine’s Day…

While it may sometimes get cynical press and you may be bombarded by love hearts in every shop you enter, remember, the day is ultimately not just for couples.

It’s for newsagents, jewellers, florists and restaurants of course!

Here’s a tip lads: Cemetery-fresh flowers and a mixed grill in The Snackery does not make for romantic night out…even if you hide the engagement ring in the black pudding.

Oh, and do not do this…

4. Mid-Term Break…

This won’t apply to everyone unfortunately…we’re sorry!

To all the teachers, pupils and lucky college students out there though, it’s getting close to that time when you can afford to put those books down and unwind a bit!

Secondary students should mark their calendars from February 16-February 20 (inclusive) as a time to get more sleep.

Primary schools will have to settle for a little less of a break depending on how their allocation of days has gone so far, with some schools only set to close for a two day period on February 19 and February 20.

Below: Mounthawk students leave school for their mid-term break…

5. Sports, sports and yet more sports…

One for the lads here (mostly). Kerry begin their GAA season, the UEFA Champions League returns and Ireland kick-off in the Six Nations. God we love February…

We know how this guy feels…