Author: Joanne Griffin

Dairy Delights Homemade Ice-cream by Joanne Griffin

Hire an experience – a memory to treasure!

Why not make a special day that bit more memorable by having a classic ice cream cart and ice cream expert present to give out homemade, handmade Dairy Delights ice cream to your guests?

At Dairy Delights, Eva Grafstrom feels really privileged to be involved with something which gives others so much pleasure and enjoyment. Her ice cream is made with a total commitment to quality and a genuine love for what she does. Dairy Delights Ice Cream can offer its customers new and exciting products that match trends, growing with demand to buy fresh, natural and wholesome country made produce.

From the very start of the business using a recipe that dates back eighty years or more, there has been an emphasis on balancing nutrition with luxurious quality. Eva is a passionate and highly professional lady with a strong creative drive, entrepreneurial qualities and business acumen and it is to this end that this new venture has emerged.

Whilst striving to create stunningly flavored ice cream Eva uses no preservatives or artificial additives. Dairy Delights has created all their ice creams on the philosophy that unless you put the best things in, you can’t expect to get the best out.

Eva can usually be found trading at a Farmers Market near you from Kenmare to Killarney, Tralee and beyond. However, if you are planning a dinner party, BBQ, wedding, corporate function or fete, Dairy Delights would be happy to discuss your requirements by mobile on 087 612 2570 or by email on [email protected]

This exciting new enterprise has emerged in 2011 with the help of the Back to Work Enterprise Allowance (BTWEA) facilitated by South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd (SKDP). This scheme encourages people getting certain social welfare payments to take up self employment opportunities by allowing them to retain a proportion of their social welfare payment, plus secondary benefits.

For further information on the BTWEA, please contact an Enterprise Officer from SKDP in your area. Joanne Griffin (Killorglin and Kenmare) on 087 615 2660 or Anne O Riordan (Cahersiveen and Killarney) on 066 947 2724.

 

Rachel John Counselling Services by Joanne Griffin

We all have times in our lives that are more difficult than others. Sometimes this leads to our feelings and emotions becoming overwhelming or out of control or more than we can cope with. Counselling offers time, space and safety to express feelings; to feel understood and to discover the way forward. Counselling can enable people to recognise their strengths and find more effective ways of coping.

Rachel John Counselling Services offers an emphatic, safe, and confidential environment in which to explore any issues that are troubling you.  Rachel’s philosophy is to foster an environment that promotes diversity, equality, deep learning and growth in a humanistic and integrative manner.

Rachel graduated with a BA degree in Counselling and Psychometric Testing from the National Counselling Institute of Ireland in Limerick and has also trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with PCI College, Dublin.

This dynamic new business was established by Rachel John in 2013 as a private practice based in Milltown, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Rachel also works closely with the Killorglin Family Resource Centre where there exists a strong commitment to delivering a low-cost, confidential counselling service to all members of the community.

In times gone by, Counselling held a stigma for many people. Mental Health issues were something to be avoided. Thankfully today, people are beginning to recognise the benefits that counselling can provide. Rachel is familiar with the poignancy and delicacy of the mixed feelings that a client may experience – part of a person may want to go for counselling and part will definitely not. However, it is at this stage that a client needs to let go of the immense pressure that has been built up by a denial that one is “absolutely ok”.

Further details of this new venture can be found on www.racheljohncounselling.com by email at [email protected] on facebook @ Rachel John Counselling Services or speak directly to Rachel on 085 216 0125

This exciting new enterprise has emerged in 2013 with the help of the Short Term Enterprise Allowance (STEA) facilitated by South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd (SKDP). This scheme encourages people getting certain social welfare payments to take up self employment opportunities by allowing them to retain a proportion of their social welfare payment, plus secondary benefits.

For further information on the BTWEA or STEA, please contact an Enterprise Officer from SKDP in your area. Joanne Griffin (Killorglin and Kenmare) on 087 615 2660 or Anne O Riordan (Cahersiveen and Killarney) on 066 947 2724.

More than 50 small business owners from the Greater Killorglin area attended a Networking Night in the Manor Inn on Thursday last as part of an initiative to encourage them to develop new beneficial links and establish new business opportunities amongst themselves. The initiative was organised through the Back to Work and Short Term Enterprise Allowance schemes administered by South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd. Amongst the speakers at the event were SKDP CEO Noel Spillane, Colm Healy owner of Skellig Chocolates, Gail McCarthy from the Department of Social Protection and Paul Murphy of SKDP Skillnets.

In his address, Colm Healy pointed out that business owners must have confidence in what they do and not to undervalue what they do and what they are worth. He also stressed to the business owners the importance of having a business plan and a strategic plan as he pointed out that if you don’t know where you are going, you can’t get there. Mr. Healy also emphasised the need for a business to decide on the end goal.

SKDP CEO Noel Spillane pointed out that on-going support to small businesses is vitally important – particularly in the early years of the business.  “This support can be the difference between success and failure” he added.  He said that there tends to be a focus by agencies on supporting new business start-ups – but it is vitally important that those that are supported to establish a business can access on-going supports if they are to survive beyond the initial start up phase, enable them to grow the business and prosper.  Noel added that networking evenings such as this are important in terms of ensuring that small businesses are aware of these continuing supports and how they can access them as well as giving them an opportunity to establish new business contacts with other small business owners in their area..

The Back to Work Enterprise Allowance and the Short Term Enterprise Allowance schemes offer qualifying people the chance to retain all or some of their social welfare entitlements for a period while they are setting up the business. In addition, other assistance such as grant aid for training or for capital elements relating to the business may be available. To date this year some 130 people in South Kerry have availed of the schemes.

Organiser of last Thursday night’s event, Enterprise Officer Joanne Griffin said that she received phenomenal feedback from her clients since the event and they found the presentations very informative and motivating.

For further information on the schemes please contact Enterprise Officers Anne O’Riordan for the Cahersiveen or Killarney areas on 066 9472724 or Joanne Griffin for the Killorglin and Kenmare areas on 066 9761615. You can also check out www.southkerry.ie. Further such networking evenings are planned for other areas of South Kerry later in the year.

Sinéad Hurley Homeopathy by Joanne Griffin

“Homeopathy cures a larger percentage of cases than any other treatment and is beyond all doubt safer, more economical, and the most complete medical science,” said Mahatma Gandhi.

Homeopathic remedies are made from highly-diluted tinctures from plants, animals, and minerals and prescribed to stimulate and strengthen the body’s own healing response or immune system. Sinéad Hurley is a licensed, registered homeopath with the Irish Society of Homeopaths having studied at the Irish School of Homeopathy in Cork for four years. Sinéad is in the process of giving talks and lectures on homeopathy, remedies for use in travel and during cold and flu season at local schools, community centre’s, libraries, and businesses. Having an extensive background in adult education, Sinéad is happy to give talks or courses to interested groups

Homeopathy is a holistic system of medicine, which means that the whole person is treated. An initial consultation with Sinéad can last between 1 and 1 ½ hours. At this consultation, you may be asked details of your medical history, plus any information relevant to your situation.

This dynamic new business was established by Sinéad Hurley in 2013 and is located in Kenmare, Co. Kerry. Along with her clinic in Kenmare, Sinéad has opened a new clinic in Skibbereen, Co. Cork. Sinéad’s philosophy is to offer her clients a 5 star service coupled with the highest quality of advice and treatment at the right price. Sinéad takes great pride in ensuring she listens to client needs.

Further details of this exciting new venture can be found on www.sineadhurleyhomeopath.com or you can also contact Sinéad directly on 087 20 40 200 or email [email protected]

This exciting new enterprise has emerged in 2013 with the help of the Back to Work Enterprise Allowance (BTWEA) facilitated by South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd (SKDP). This scheme encourages people getting certain social welfare payments to take up self employment opportunities by allowing them to retain a proportion of their social welfare payment, plus secondary benefits.

For further information on the BTWEA, please contact an Enterprise Officer from SKDP in your area. Joanne Griffin (Killorglin and Kenmare) on 087 615 2660 or Anne O Riordan (Cahersiveen and Killarney) on 066 947 2724.

KGC Bicycle Repairs by Joanne Griffin

KGC (Killorglin General Cycles) Bicycle Repairs is becoming a trusted institution in Killorglin, Co. Kerry due to the personal and informed service that is offered to customers. KGC Bicycle Repairs was founded by Kieron Corcoran who is passionate about bikes and fully experienced to deal with everything from a puncture repair to a full bike rebuild including Go Cart and Buggy repairs.

Kieron tries to cater for all custom from kids to adults and can also provide expert advice on elite bikes that may be custom built to order.  Kieron realises that people are becoming more health conscious and will use cycles not only to commute, but as a form of fitness and relaxation. Cycling to and from work is as good, if not a better, form of healthy living than going to the gym in today’s hectic lifestyle.

KGC Bicycle Repairs customers benefit from the practical and sound advice offered by Kieron on bikes and accessories including clothing, of which Kieron also supplies a comprehensive range of and which can be ordered upon request if not in stock.

KGC Bicycle Repairs are happy to do every type of job from small adjustments to major reconditions, frame repairs and will work on all types of bikes including new and old such as High Nelly’s and also offers a mobile service whereby they will provide a pick up and drop off service.

Further details on KGC Bicycle Repairs can be obtained by contacting Kieron directly on 087 283 3814.

This exciting new enterprise has emerged in 2012 with the help of the Short Term Enterprise Allowance (STEA) facilitated by South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd (SKDP). This scheme encourages people getting certain social welfare payments to take up self employment opportunities by allowing them to retain a proportion of their social welfare payment, plus secondary benefits.

For further information on the BTWEA or STEA, please contact an Enterprise Officer from SKDP in your area. Joanne Griffin (Killorglin and Kenmare) on 087 615 2660 or Anne O Riordan (Cahersiveen and Killarney) on 066 947 2724.

Kenmare Family Centre, in partnership with Southwest Counselling, has launched a new low cost counselling service in Kenmare to help those who face difficulties in the current times.

Deirdre Fleming, Education and Training Co Ordinator for SKDP

“Given the stresses people are facing in their day to day lives now, be it through the economic pressuresor indeed the social pressures, there is a clear need to have services in place to assist people come through these difficult times. Southwest counselling is providing such services in the greater Kenmare Area and we at SKDP are delighted to support their work which we feel will benefit all the community”

Photo supplied courtesy of Ger Cronin

Marianne Wiley Make Up Artist by Joanne Griffin

An understated modern approach to beauty makes Marianne Wiley Make up Artist’s talents indispensable. These skills combined with her infectious personality have helped Marianne to become a favourite with all her clients.

A qualified Beauty Therapist ITEC, CIBTAC and FETAC, Marianne advanced her makeup artistry talents at the LA College of Creative Arts in Dublin. Marianne aims to make every woman feel beautiful, brave and confident.

A vast suite of services are offered by Marianne from Bridal Parties and Special Occasions to Makeup Lessons, Hen Parties and even Girls Night In. Marianne is based in Kenmare but her services can be offered in the comfort of your own home, hotel or a location of your choice throughout Munster. The range of products used by Marianne includes well known and respected designer brands such as: YSL; MAC and Make up Forever Paris.

Marianne is a passionate and highly professional makeup artist with a strong creative drive, entrepreneurial qualities and business acumen and it is to this end that this new venture has emerged.

Further information can be found by contacting Marianne directly on 087 7730775.

This exciting new enterprise has emerged in 2013 with the help of the Back to Work Enterprise Allowance (BTWEA) facilitated by South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd (SKDP). This scheme encourages people getting certain social welfare payments to take up self employment opportunities by allowing them to retain a proportion of their social welfare payment, plus secondary benefits.

For further information on the BTWEA, please contact an Enterprise Officer from SKDP in your area. Joanne Griffin (Killorglin and Kenmare) on 087 615 2660 or Anne O Riordan (Cahersiveen and Killarney) on 066 947 2724.

Cheveux Hair Salon by Joanne Griffin

Cheveux Hair Salon cordially invites you to relax, retune, breathe….and feel rejuvenated while Melissa O Connor the Manageress takes care of you.

Melissa’s philosophy is to offer her clients a 5 star service coupled with the highest quality of creative hairdressing at the right price. Melissa takes great pride in ensuring she listens to client needs and then transforms their hair into a design that both suits them and exceeds their expectations.

Cheveux Hair Salon is a modern Ladies & Gents Hair Salon located in Callinafercy, Milltown but in order to facilitate and accommodate her clients, Melissa offers early and late appointments together with a Mobile Service to allow you to avail of the salon services from the comfort of your own home.

Melissa is a passionate and highly professional hairdresser with a strong creative drive, entrepreneurial qualities and business acumen and it is to this end that this new venture has emerged.

Cheveux Hair Salon is proud to announce the availability of their Wedding Package to all Brides. Further details on this Bridal Hair & Make up package and all the Salon Services can be discussed directly with Melissa on 087 6883102 or on face book @ cheveuxmelissaoconnor

This exciting new enterprise has emerged in 2012 with the help of the Back to Work Enterprise Allowance (BTWEA) facilitated by South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd (SKDP). This scheme encourages people getting certain social welfare payments to take up self employment opportunities by allowing them to retain a proportion of their social welfare payment, plus secondary benefits.

For further information on the BTWEA, please contact an Enterprise Officer from SKDP in your area. Joanne Griffin (Killorglin and Kenmare) on 087 615 2660 or Anne O Riordan (Cahersiveen and Killarney) on 066 947 2724.

 

Kenmare Fishing Tours by Joanne Griffin

Dream of landing the Big Catch? Then dream no more as Robert White is making dreams come true for novice and avid anglers alike.

Fishing in Ireland is an experience not to be missed and Robert will offer a unique knowledgeable guided tour catered to your needs.

So surprise yourself this year with a fishing trip in Kenmare, Co. Kerry and catch more than the majestic views around you!

Kenmare Fishing Tours welcomes all age groups and a friendly and educational atmosphere is guaranteed.  Robert has been fishing himself since 1960 and Robert will show you that fishing isn’t only just standing with a rod, it is one of the most relaxing and soothing pursuits one can find.

The solitary nature of fishing is one aspect that makes this sport more alluring and Robert’s tour will help you escape from the ever increasingly busy world we find ourselves in today.

All fishing equipment is provided so all you need to do is make that booking and”Come and Fish with us” at Kenmare Fishing Tours.

Further information on this exciting new venture can be found at www.fishwithus.ie by email on [email protected] or by mobile on 087 3748 985.

This exciting new enterprise has emerged in 2012 with the help of the Back to Work Enterprise Allowance (BTWEA) facilitated by South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd (SKDP). This scheme encourages people getting certain social welfare payments to take up self employment opportunities by allowing them to retain a proportion of their social welfare payment, plus secondary benefits.

For further information on the BTWEA, please contact an Enterprise Officer from SKDP in your area. Joanne Griffin (Killorglin and Kenmare) on 087 615 2660 or Anne O Riordan (Cahersiveen and Killarney) on 066 947 2724.