Tag: Visitors to Millstreet

New York Poet Patrick Most Impressed by National Dairy Show 2018

Renowned Poet Patrick Thomas Hammer from New York is presently paying his yearly visit to Ireland and especially to his Millstreet Relations – the O’Rahilly Family of Tanyard Wood.   We thank Patrick for the presentation of his most recent Book of Poetry to the Museum.   He is blessed with such a wonderful sense of humour and is so superbly witty.  He is a magnificent Ambassador for America and so impressively proud of his Irish roots.   As well as visiting Millstreet Museum on Saturday, 20th Oct. 2018 he was truly impressed by a visit to the excellent National Dairy Show at Green Glens – an event which this year received RTÉ television national News coverage.  On a future “Radio Treasures” on CMS we shall feature a special interview with Patrick in which he recalls a splendid visit to John C. Casey’s New York shop.  Here we join Patrick on his Millstreet visit.   Click on the 27 images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Now that’s a very happy photograph!  Poet Patrick with his O’Rahilly Relatives and Friends before visiting the Museum and the National Dairy Show.   There is always such a royal welcome for everyone at the home of Michael and Betty O’Rahilly.   Brendan Murphy provided a most enjoyable Video Presentation of some of our most popular LTV2 programmes….including our snow coverage, storm reports, wind turbines and lots more.
A little surprised how big Millstreet is….on the map!

Media presence!
A Champion Supreme at the 36th National Dairy Show in Millstreet.

 

Nature on Saturday evening as the 36th National Dairy Show comes to an end.  Check out lots more images below of the Show and Patrick’s visit to Green Glens and the Museum.

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Leader of Fianna Fáil, Mícheál Martin, T.D. on “Radio Treasures” Tonight Rebroadcast of Interview…Also John Linehan’s Winning Commentary

Leader of Fianna Fáil, Mícheál Martin, T.D. visited Millstreet on Wednesday, 18th July 2018.   He was given a royal welcome as he began his tour at Coleman’s, dining at Café Aroma and continuing through the town arriving at Millstreet Town Park where the annual Cul Camp was in progress.  He then visited the Carnegie Hall which included a period at Millstreet Museum where he very kindly gave an audio interview which will be rebroadcasted tonight at 10:00 on Cork Music Station on our weekly programme “Radio Treasures” which begins at 9:30 and ends at 11:00pm.   The F.F. Leader was accompanied by Michael Moynihan, T.D. and members of the Millstreet F.F. Cumann.   Here we share some 40 images from the special visit.  Feel welcome to message our live broadcast on the Sean Radley Facebook Page or text 086 825 0074.   And tonight also we listen to John Linehan’s  superb Winning Commentary regarding the purchasing of ice creams for the Family (pictured below). Happy  Listening.  Click on the images below to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Mícheál Martin in Millstreet at The Square
The Linehan Family thrilled having won such a magnificent prize through John’s very witty and funny Commentary.
Mícheál Martin at Minor Row
Mícheál Martin at Café Aroma
Mícheál Martin in Minor Row
Mícheál Martin at Millstreet Museum
Mícheál Martin recording an interview at Carnegie Hall
Mícheál Martin at The Square, Millstreet
Visiting the annual Cul Camp at Millstreet Town Park

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Wild and Wet 👣 The Duhallow Way

Ellie and Carl are walking every National Way-marked Trail in Ireland. They make videos and  photos about each trail and about the heritage of Ireland as they go.  They were on the Duhallow Trail in the last couple of days, walking by Mushera, Millstreet, Clara, Lough Murtagh and and further back into Kerry. Unfortunately they had some showers to contend with, but those are the joys of spring and mountains. This morning they started the Slí Gaeltacht Muscaraí, from Millstreet going south towards Ballingeary.

Ellie is a landscape photographer, while Carl is a software developer. Find out more about them on their website ToughSoles.ie, but also check out some of their lovely videos and their photos on social media: facebook / twitter / instagram / youTube

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Austrian Brothers on a Charity Walk

Marc and Tom are two Austrian brothers who arrived in Millstreet yesterday evening on day 5 of a charity walk along the Ireland Way from Castletownbere to Ballycastle in County Antrim. They are walking in cooperation with Caritas for homeless people and are depending on the generosity and goodwill of people along the way for food and shelter. If you wish to donate here is the link breadlinewalking.com

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Hiking across Ireland, one anxious step at a time

Maysen is hiking across Ireland, one anxious step at a time, for Mental Health Ireland.

“Everyone has mental health, however some of us are more aware of it than others. Most often, we become hyper-aware of our mental health after being diagnosed with a mental illness. From a young age I’ve struggled with my mental health. Anxiety, depression, and self harm are a part of me that I don’t remember ever being without. Yet for many years, I kept that fact to myself. The medical system and the world around me led me to believe that admitting to fighting a battle with my own mind made me weak and undesirable.
Mental Health Ireland is an organization that helps people such as myself. It is a national voluntary organisation which was established in 1966 as the Mental Health Association of Ireland. MHI’s aim is to promote positive mental health and wellbeing to all individuals and communities in Ireland. They have … ” [read her full article on EveryDayHero.com]

Maysen should be in Millstreet today. If you see her, say hello, and maybe give her a hand as others have already done in the last few days.
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Millstreet Welcomes Our European Visitors to Prestigious Equestrian Event

Members of the Polish Team arrive in Millstreet. We look forward to the wonderfully colourful opening Parade at 6.30pm on Wednesday through Millstreet Town. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

Sincerest Thanks

Dear Folks of Millstreet,
My sincerest thanks for your warm and friendly hospitality. The CIE Tour Group enjoyed their visit to Nibbles and The Wallis Arms. Thank you, Seán for an informative overview of Millstreet. I am so grateful to have met my cousins, Brigid and John. I carry so many precious memories home but I’ve left my heart in Millstreet. Until we meet again.
God bless you, Judy Morrison

PS. I’d love to hear from anyone who has information on the Callaghan Clan or the Boyles.

Visiting Millstreet from Florida

Dave and Terry Anne
Dave and Terry Anne

Florida residents, Dave and Terry Anne visited Millstreet in April on historical trip and with the intention on being in Dublin for the Easter Rising Commemorations. Dave is a cousin of Hollywood actor Brian Dennehy, and they share the same links to Millstreet – the home of their grandfather. They stayed in the Wallis Arms overnight, met with Seán Radley, visited the Bridge Bar, and got in a few more local spots. Now they have gone and made a photo journal book of the trip, called “A Return for History”, which gives an insight no how others see us Irish. The book is viewable online, with the overview of the book here, and the book preview is here (Millstreet is at day 8 april 22nd).

In 2014 they visited Millstreet for the first time, and again produced a  photo book of their trip called “Our Pilgrimage to Eire”. Again the book is online with the overview here, and the preview here (Millstreet is at day 17 – page 61).

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Brother Vincent and Brother Patrick Are Special Guests at Wedding

Brother Vincent Corkery chats with the Happy Couple - Georgina & Mark - following Saturday's wonderful wedding at St. Patrick's Church. The Brothers are now on their way back to Malaysia hving been special guests at the wedding. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Brother Vincent Corkery chats with the Happy Couple – Georgina & Mark – following Saturday’s wonderful wedding at St. Patrick’s Church. Both Bro. Vincent and Bro. Patrick are now on their way back to Malaysia having been special guests at the wedding. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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Eily Buckley (Bro. Vincent's sister) gave a guided tour of Millstreet to both Brothers during their brief stay in the area. Here we meet at the Museum which below they attend Mass in St.Patrick's Church.
Eily Buckley (Bro. Vincent’s sister) gave a guided tour of Millstreet to both Brothers during their brief stay in the area. Here we meet at the Museum while below we note the visitors attending  Mass in St.Patrick’s Church.

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Superb Guide Liam Welcomes Mallow Toastmasters to Millstreet

Mallow Toastmasters pictured on Sunday 7th June 2015 before visiting Millstreet Museum. Liam O'Flynn (pictured below) was the supreme guide for the visitors as they called at Drishane, St. Patrick's Church, Green Glens and Millstreet Country Park. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Mallow Toastmasters pictured on Sunday 7th June 2015 before visiting Millstreet Museum. Liam Flynn (pictured below) was the Supreme Guide for the visitors as they called at Drishane, St. Patrick’s Church, Green Glens and Millstreet Country Park to mention but some of the interesting aspects of the tour.  Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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Officially opening "Speaker' Rock" at Millstreet Country Park was Toastmaster President Liam Flynn.
Officially opening “Speakers’ Rock” at Millstreet Country Park was Toastmaster President Liam Flynn.

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Recent Visitors to Millstreet Museum from Kanturk & Australia

Kanturk's Open Doors Group and Australian relatives of the late Jim Forde, Austalia and Liscahane, Millstreet. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Kanturk’s Open Door Women’s Group and Australian relatives of the late Jim Forde, Austalia and Liscahane, Millstreet……All visiting Millstreet Museum on 5th May 2015.  Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

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American Visitors at Millstreet Museum Today

Michael Moynihan of San Francisco USA (5th from left with cap) had visited Millstreet some fifteen years ago. Accompanying Michael on today's visit to Millstreet were relatives and friends from Colerado and from San Francisco. Their visit began at Millstreet Country Park in glorious sunshine, then on to our Museum, to St. Patick's Church and to Millstreet Town Park where they were hugely impressed by our "outdoor gym". Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Michael Moynihan of San Francisco USA (5th from left with cap) had visited Millstreet some fifteen years ago. Michael’s ancestors came from the Millstreet town area. Accompanying Michael on today’s visit to Millstreet were relatives and friends from Colorado and from San Francisco. Their visit began at Millstreet Country Park in glorious sunshine, then on to our Museum, to St. Patrick’s Church and to Millstreet Town Park where they were hugely impressed by our “outdoor gym”.  A special audio interview with our American Visitors will be broadcast on “Radio Treasures” at 10pm on Tues. 31st March.  To access the programme see the Cork Music Station link below.  Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
                                            www.corkmusicstation.com   Click on this link to access “Radio Treasures” on Tues. 31st March 2015 at 10pm.

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Ireland Day 4: Millstreet and Banteer

As if we didn’t already know the extraordinary lengths Seán Radley goes to when it comes to Millstreet, its history, and helping visitors to our town: the Roberts family were here in 2012 have written about their day in Millstreet:

“Sean taught us a bit of Gaelic as he dropped us off: “Slan Abhale” or “Come again!” I hope we can take him up on it. As I stood in the cool, gray air on the train platform, I took the time to reflect on our adventure, that had given us such a genuine Irish experience where we could explore a small town off the beaten path and get a small glimpse into how our family might have once lived.”

Read the full article (includes some nice photos) on anywhereandeverywhereblog.com

Denis Kelleher Visits His Native Minor Row, Millstreet

Kathleen Kelleher of Aubane extends a sincere welcome to Denis Kelleher of Minor Row. Denis who resides in the USA was on home on holiday and is a loyal follower of the Millstreet website. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
Kathleen Kelleher of Aubane extends a sincere welcome on Tuesday, 21st October 2014 to Denis Kelleher of Minor Row. Denis who resides in the USA was on home on holiday and is a loyal follower of the Millstreet website. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

Michael Kelleher – a Native of Killarney Road, Millstreet on Holidays from Australia Receives Royal Millstreet Welcome

Denis Taylor (on left) was one of many local people who were delighted to meet with Killarney Road, Millstreet native - Michael Kelleher who emigrated to Australia over 45 years ago. Michael, one of whose sons has starred in the worldwide television series "Home and Away" is visiting Ireland for the the first time in 12 years. As Francis Duggan alerted us to Michael's visit in his superb poem Michael intends indeed to climb Clara mountain. We shall welcome Michael to Millstreet Museum tomorrow and later next week we shall give the more extended local tour. Michael extends his greetings to all in Australia and continues to meet so many good Friends during his visit. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
Denis Taylor (on left) was one of many local people who were delighted to meet with Killarney Road, Millstreet native – Michael Kelleher (pictured here this Wednesday evening in The Wallis Arms Hotel)  who emigrated to Australia over 45 years ago. Michael, one of whose sons has starred in the worldwide television series “Home and Away” is visiting Ireland for the the first time in 12 years. Michael is of course related to the famous Hollywood actor, Brian Dennehy.  As Francis Duggan alerted us to Michael’s visit in his superb poem Michael intends indeed to climb Clara mountain.   He was very glad to meet Denis Reardon in Tubrid yesterday and expressed his heartfelt thanks for so many great years of “Clara News” – a copy of which was consistently sent to Austaralia by Bridget King of Church Street.  We shall welcome Michael to Millstreet Museum tomorrow and later next week we shall give the more extended local tour. Michael extends his greetings to all in Australia and continues to meet so many good Friends – especially school pals – during his visit. Click on the image to enlarge.   (S.R.)

Fáilte Ireland Tourism Development Meeting at E-Centre Millstreet

With Tourism Development in the Millstreet area as a focus, a special meeting was arranged by Áine Collins, T.D. at the E-Centre in The Square, Millstreet on Thursday evening. Joining representatives from a number of Tourist-related Groups was Martina Canty from Fáilte Ireland and Judith Annett, Fáilte Ireland Mentor. It was a very successful meeting with definite approaches for the future decided upon. A further meeting is scheduled to be held in time. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
With Tourism Development in the Millstreet area as a focus, a special meeting was arranged by Áine Collins, T.D. at the E-Centre in The Square, Millstreet on Thursday evening. Joining representatives from a number of Tourism-related Groups was Martina Canty from Fáilte Ireland and Judith Annett, Fáilte Ireland Mentor. It was a very successful meeting with definite approaches for the future decided upon. A further meeting is scheduled to be held in time. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

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Our Breton Visitors Truly Enjoy Dublin

Fifteen of our eighteen Breton Visitors have just returned to Millstreet following a three-day tour of our capital city. Here we share the beginning of a full feature regarding this full comprehensive visit of Dublin. Thanks to Deputy Áine Collins and her Secretary, Catherine the definite highlight of the visit was a wonderful tour of Leinster House. Our Friends also got to "meet" Molly Malone! Meg Fitzgerald joined us on our first day of the tour. Lots more pictures in our full feature later. Click the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Fifteen of our eighteen Breton Visitors have just returned to Millstreet following a three-day tour of our capital city. Here we share the beginning of a full feature regarding this full comprehensive visit of Dublin. Thanks to Deputy Áine Collins and her Secretary, Catherine the definite highlight of the visit was a wonderful tour of Leinster House. Our Friends also got to “meet” Molly Malone! Meg Fitzgerald joined us on our first day of the tour. Lots more pictures in our full feature later. Click the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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Peter Lonergan – Walking Visitor to Millstreet

Joe Fitzgerald, Willie O'Regan, and Peter Lonergan at the front door of Mount Leader House

A visitor to Millstreet for the last two days was Peter Lonergan, a Cork man living in Australia for the last thirty years who is following the footsteps of the O’Sullivan Beara March of 1603 from West Cork to Leitrim. Of his arrival in Millstreet on Monday he said: ” Running(walking!) behind schedule Joe and Willie welcomed us to Millstreet by leading us over the last climb of the day (Clara Mt.) and into Millstreet. A day that began at 9.15am came to close at 6.15pm and some 20 odd miles covered was again a very special day and I finish by saying a Cead Mile Maith Agaibh to Padraig agus Donal, Rachel agus Cathal, Joe and Willie for their Welcome to Country.”

He stayed for the night at Geararoe B&B with Eily Buckley. The following day he walked with Michael Thornton, who took him across the Boeing, to Derrinagree School, and on to Lismire, and he said of his day: “To end a perfect day Michael brought me to his

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