Frank Tracy, eminent historian, will speak to us on Queen Victoria's visit to Killarney in 1861. Not much is known of this visit nor indeed written about it, but according to Frank, it is a fascinating subject and much in demand, and her visit helped to put Killarney on the map and make it the famous place it is today.

Google Maps says it can't be done. Actually it said "Can't seem to find a way there". Well Peter and his bike found a way!

He will recount his trip for us which promises to be quite an adventure. Not to be missed - one show only.

Wicklow historian Dr Joan Kavanagh has teamed up with Australian author and academic Dr Dianne Snowden for a book entitled Van Diemens Women: A History of Transportation to Tasmania.

Using original records, this book reveals the reality of transportation, together with the legacy left by these women in Tasmania and beyond, and shows that perhaps for some, this Draconian punishment, was for some, a life-saving measure.

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Dietary management is essential for people as they age. Their dietary requirements change and if they are not receiving adequate food intake with essential vitamins etc, their health will suffer. So this day's talk should give us an insight on what is necessary for ones daily dietary requirements to provide optimal health and benefits..

Kevin will speak to us about his grand aunt Margaret, a teacher, who lived out in the Seychelles and taught there in the late 1800s. In her letters she refers to the Prussian invasion of Paris and the effect on the local community. He will include the history of the Seychelles in his presentation. His talk will be based on extracts from his grand aunt's letters home. She died when she was only 35 years old.