Tag: Millstreet Library

Bluegrass Music Magic at Millstreet Library 2016

“Mile Twelve” Bluegrass Group from Boston presented an hour long magical music experience in the world of the hugely popular Bluegrass music genre on Thursday, 5th May as part of Bealtaine Festival 2016. A million thanks to Breda at Millstreet Library for according us all such a marvellous privilege hearing this splendid Band and to John Nyham for organising the Irish Tour of these wonderfully talented Musicians. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

2Bluegrass Music Magic at Library 2016 -6003Bluegrass Music Magic at Library 2016 -6004Bluegrass Music Magic at Library 2016 -6006Bluegrass Music Magic at Library 2016 -600 We accorded our distinguished Visitors a tour of Millstreet Museum after which they enjoyed refreshments in the Library.  On my “Radio Treasures” programme on Cork Music Station next Tuesday at 10.30pm I shall be sharing some of their superb music as well as an interview with the very talented young people. [read more …] “Bluegrass Music Magic at Millstreet Library 2016”

Bluegrass Music at Millstreet Library on Thurs. 5th May at 3pm

We thank Breda at Millstreet Library for the interesting notice. (S.R.)
We thank Breda at Millstreet Library for the interesting notice.  Last year’s Bluegrass Musical Group was truly superb and undoubtedly this new Group will also be splendid.  Click on the Poster to enlarge.   (S.R.)

Most Enjoyable Poetry “Revolution” at Millstreet Library

A wide variety of wonderful poems by such Poets as Bernard O'Donoghue, Karen O'Connor and the late Marie Ryan were share at Millstreet Library on Thursday, 29th April 2016 in "Poetry Revolution".
A wide variety of wonderful poems by such Poets as Bernard O’Donoghue, Karen O’Connor and the late Marie Ryan were shared at Millstreet Library on Thursday, 28th April 2016 in “Poetry Revolution”. Click on picture to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Celebrating St. Brigid’s Day 2016 at Millstreet Library

The annual wonderfully creative St. Brigid's Crossmaking Workshop took place in the Library on Friday, 29th Jan. 2016 coordinated by Michelle O'Keeffe and Librarian Breda. Here we view the splendid crosses made by the very enthusiastic participants. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
The annual wonderfully creative St. Brigid’s Crossmaking Workshop took place in the Library on Friday, 29th Jan. 2016 coordinated by Michelle O’Keeffe and Librarian Breda. Above – the recently painted St. Bridgid Statue at St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet.   Below we view the splendid crosses made by the very enthusiastic participants. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

3St. Brigid Crosses Workshop at Library 2016 -6004St. Brigid Crosses Workshop at Library 2016 -600Over the years very dedicated people such as Breeda Kelleher and the late Teresa Tangney provided excellent instruction on the making of the traditional St. Brigid’s Crosses.  St. Brigid’s Day is celebrated on Monday, 1st February 2016. [read more …] “Celebrating St. Brigid’s Day 2016 at Millstreet Library”

Book of Condolence for Paris November 2015 at Millstreet Library

The Book of Condolence will remain open for signing for the next fortnight. We thank Denis O'Shea of the Millstreet Branch of Cork Co. Council for alerting us to this important notice. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
The Book of Condolence will remain open for signing for the next fortnight. We thank Denis O’Shea of the Millstreet Branch of Cork Co. Council for alerting us to this important notice. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

 

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Millstreet Library Art with Amanda – Revised Times


Millstreet Library

Millstreet Library Summer Arts Workshops  

 

                Come and Make an art piece for the library wall with local Artist Amanda Wright based on the theme‘Under The sea’ starring the Book

                               ‘The Rainbow Fish’

Have some Fun with paint/collage Printing and mixed media making sea creatures.

Next Wednesday’s workshop – July 8th – will take place from 4-5pm.

On Wed July 15, 22, 29, they will take place   from 3-4pm.

Please book as places are strictly limited to 15max.

                           Tel : 029 21920

Bealtaine Festival Events at Millstreet Library

Please note: the Ceramic Bird Box Workshop (below) has been replaced by a Craft a Habitat for Little Critters workshop

Catch the Petersons tomorrow at 3pm in Millstreet Library. A concert not to be missed! Read a little more on the Petersons playing in Ireland here.

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Seachtain na Gaeilge @ Millstreet Library

Seachtain na Gaeilge Events at Cork County Library & Arts Service

Millstreet Library: Bi-lingual storytelling session for children with Kathleen Moynihan

Thurs 5th & Thurs 12th from 11.15am to 12.15pm

The full list of Seachtain na Gaeilge (snag.ie) events being run by the Cork County Library & Arts Services can be seen here

Wonderfully Creative Christmas Crafts at Millstreet Library Today

Coordinated by Librarian Breda and superb Instructors Norma & Katie Guerin from Dromsicane, Millstreet the very talented young people created truly magical Christmas works of art with lots of colourful glitter and imaginative approaches. What a real blessing it is to have such a very welcoming Library of the highest standard here in Millstreet. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
Coordinated by Librarian Breda and superb Instructors Norma & Katie Guerin from Dromsicane, Millstreet the very talented young people created truly magical Christmas works of art with lots of colourful glitter and imaginative approaches. What a real blessing it is to have such a very welcoming Library of the highest standard here in Millstreet. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

Christmas Crafts 2014

Presentation of Certs in Library Following Very Successful Summer 2014 Reading Challenge

On Saturday, 27th Sept. 2014 Michelle O'Keeffe presented splendid certificates to the many young people who participated in the 2014 Millstreet Library Summer Reading Challenge. Librarian, Breda had a special Book Token for Claire Lyons having won this award. Then followed a Sweet Treat Party in celebration. The enjoyable event was held under the auspices of the Cork Co. Library & Arts Service. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
On Saturday, 27th Sept. 2014 Michelle O’Keeffe presented splendid certificates to the many young people who participated in the 2014 Millstreet Library Summer Reading Challenge. Librarian, Breda had a special Book Token for Claire Lyons who won this award. Then followed a Sweet Treat Party in celebration. The enjoyable event was held under the auspices of the Cork Co. Library & Arts Service. Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

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