Have you a Guitar that you are not using?

Have you a Guitar that you are not using?

We have someone who is willing to give guitar lessons for free to the children in Drishane Castle, but we have no guitars! If you have one that is not being used, would you be willing to give a guitar to a good cause? For more information contact Mike Riordan, K.A.S.I. (Killarney Asylum Seekers Initiative) 086 4106363 086 4106364

Macra New Members Night

macra-na-feirme-logoAre you bored heading in to these long Winter evenings with nothing to do?

Would you like to get involved in sports, drama, debating, agriculture and many more activities?

Would you like to meet new people and have a lot of craic along the way?

… then why not come along to Millstreet Macra’s new members night on the 30th of September. Bring a friend and make this an excuse for a night out.There’ll be more information available on the night but in the mean time, if you’re interested please contact James on 086 3023969 or Jerry Murphy on 087 9315783

Millstreet Community School Class of 1991 – 1996 Reunion at Green Glens on Saturday 24th Sept. 2016

A superbly organised 20 Year Class Reunion took place at the exquisite setting of Green Glens on Saturday night 24th Sept. 2016. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
A superbly organised 20 Year Class Reunion took place at the exquisite setting of Green Glens on Saturday night 24th Sept. 2016. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Here we share the first of two features on the truly magnificent occasion.
Here we share the first of two features on the truly magnificent occasion.

1school-reunion-2016-600Key Coordinators Linda and Niamh (pictured 4th and 2nd from left above) together with a very supportive Team organised the Reunion Celebration in such a wonderfully creative manner – tremendous credit is due on such a high level of dedicated preparation.  We’ve lots more images to share in the follow-up feature but here’s one more for now. [read more …] “Millstreet Community School Class of 1991 – 1996 Reunion at Green Glens on Saturday 24th Sept. 2016”

Jerry Pat O’Leary in the Finals of Blas na hÉireann Awards in Dingle

Mushera Mountain as the clouds roll by. The staff at Millstreet Country Park wish Jerry Pat O’ Leary well in the finals of the Blas na hEireann awards in Dingle next weekend. One of his entries is the ‘ Mushera Venison Burger’
Mushera Mountain as the clouds roll by! ….. The Staff at Millstreet Country Park wish Jerry Pat O’Leary well in the finals of the Blas na hÉireann awards in Dingle next weekend. One of his entries is the “Mushera Venison Burger”.  We thank Donie Howard for the picture and for alerting us to the uplifting event.  We all extend our very best wishes to Jerry Pat and his Staff.  Click on the image to enlarge.  (S.R.)

SEAI “One Good Idea” Competition for Schools

The following Link has been shared with us to alert primary and post primary students in the Millstreet and the surrounding areas know about a One Good Idea Competition that SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland) run which has been launched this week.

http://seai.ie/News_Events/Press_Releases/2016/Schools-competition-for-energy-awareness-is-open-for-entries.html

Best of luck to the students decide to enter!

Kind Regards,
Declan O Riordan
Group Energy Manager

We thank Declan of EPSWater for alerting us to this important Competition. (S.R.)

Death Notice: Bill Kelleher, Killowen

The death has occurred on Saturday 24th September 2016 of William (Bill) Kelleher, Killowen, Millstreet, Cork. Peacefully at his residence, brother of the late Dan, Con, Hugh, Mick, sisters Mary, Kit and Peg. Deeply regretted by his nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, relatives, wonderful carers, friends and neighbours. Reposing in Tarrants Funeral Home Millstreet on Sunday Rosary at 8pm. Removal on Monday from 6.30pm to 8pm to St Patricks Church Millstreet. Requiem Mass on Tuesday at 12 midday burial afterwards to St Marys Cemetery Millstreet. ‘May he Rest in Peace’.

Parish Newsletter – 25th September, 2016

PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time – 25th September, 2016
Canon John Fitzgerald P.P.  Tel Nos. Millstreet 029-70043/Mobile 087-7752948
Email:  <email>    www.dioceseofkerry.ie
PARISH OFFICE OPENING HOURS: MONDAY-TUESDAY- WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY
10.00a.m.-1.00p.m. & 2.00p.m.-5.00p.m.

Your prayers are requested for the repose of the souls of the following and for those whose anniversaries occur around this time, and for those for whom masses will be offered during the week:

Mass Intentions this Week-end:
Saturday 24th September:

Millstreet Vigil 6.30 p.m.                                  Alan & Tommy O’Connor, Minor Row
Sunday 25th September:
Ballydaly   9.00 a.m.                                           
Dainne & Peggy O’Sullivan, Two Gneeves
Cullen      10.15 a.m.                                           Catherine Dineen, Carrigaline, Rathmore
Millstreet 11.30 a.m.                                          Dan Cronin, Pound Hill

Anniversaries: Joan Daly, Main Street; Tom Radley,The Square; Mary  & Tim Joe Dennehy, Murphy’s Terrace; Nora O’Keeffe, Murphy’s Terrace;  Ellen O’Riordan, Tullig; Margaret O’Shea, Killowen; Dan McNulty, Lackabawn;  Dan Joe Quinn, Flintfield; Pat Kelleher, Lisnaboy; Mary O’Keeffe, Glountane & Boherbue; Mary Collins, Fedamore; Denis & Nora O’Sullivan, Inches. [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 25th September, 2016”

Pitch & Putt Club News

The winner of last weekend’s pitch and putt competition – a magnificent Tipperary Crystal Bowl was Shane Browne, with Cian O’Connor (Drishane Road) in 2nd place and Jimmy O’Sullivan in third. Cian also received a special prize for his “Hole in One” in the competition.
The juvenile competition was won by Brian O’Sullivan, with Cian O’ Connor (Station Road) in 2nd and Ronan Corcoran in third.  

Competitions will continue next weekend (weather conditions permitting) on Friday evening at 6pm and Saturday at 3pm.

We thank Joan Casey for the updates and pictures.  (S.R.)1millstreet-pitch-putt-club-600 2millstreet-pitch-putt-club-600

Millstreet Parish Newsletter – 18th Sept. 2016

PARISH NEWSLETTER

BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time  

18th september, 2016

Canon John Fitzgerald P.P.

Tel Nos. Millstreet 029-70043/Mobile 087-7752948

Email:  <email>    www.dioceseofkerry.ie

PARISH OFFICE OPENING HOURS:

MONDAY-TUESDAY- WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY

10.00a.m.-1.00p.m. & 2.00p.m.-5.00p.m.

Your prayers are requested for the repose of the souls of the following and for those whose anniversaries occur around this time, and for those for whom masses will be offered during the week:

RECENT DEATHS:             Kathleen Murphy, Drishane Road; Sarah Lane, Macroom.

 

Mass Intentions this Week-end:

Saturday 17th September:

Millstreet Vigil 6.30 p.m.                  Tadhg Moynihan, Killarney Road

Sunday 18th September:                  

Ballydaly   9.00 a.m.                            Mass for People of the Parish             

Cullen      10.15 a.m.                           Edward Byrne, Ahane, Sr Patrick Tarrant &

Sheila & John O’Keeffe

Millstreet 11.30 a.m.                          Eddie O’Mahony, Murphy’s Terrace            [read more …] “Millstreet Parish Newsletter – 18th Sept. 2016”

Grand Class Reunion 1971-1976 on 12th Nov. 2016

  Class Reunion

  1971 – 1976

Calling all our former classmates….a Grand Reunion is being organised for Saturday November 12th 2016 in The Wallis Arms Hotel, Millstreet.

If you started Secondary School [The Tech, The Convent or Garrett’s] in 1971 – or joined us…….or left us at any stage up to Leaving Cert in 1976 we would be delighted to see you there.

Tickets are on a pre-booked basis and cost €35.00

This will include a Buffet dinner and music.

Please contact any of the people below for further details or to make a booking.

Eileen Martha Creedon         087 249 1089

Maura Twomey.                    086 815 1974

Margaret Kiely.                      087 741 2688

John O Sullivan.                     086 4530 852

If anyone has any photographs from that time, we would love to get a copy.

We look forward to seeing you all on the night.

A Photograph of the Class will later be added to this feature.  (S.R.)

“Radio Treasures” tonight from 9.30 to 11.00 With Lots of Variety

“Radio Treasures” tonight from 9.30pm to 11.00pm…All most welcome….We look forward to future interviews including “Winnie” of “Mrs. Browne’s Boys” and Crystal Swing Book Launch.  We chat about lots including the final  Open Air Dancing at Mushera for this season. And we place  focus on the many recent updates of events and happenings in the Millstreet area.   We also include our “Fascinating Facts” feature blended with a sprinkling of humour!     And lots more great music.  Feel welcome to text the programme or send a message to the “Seán Radley” Facebook Page.   To access just log into www.corkmusicstation.com .  Happy Listening!   Below we feature in pictorial form the many topics discussed tonight on the Show.   (S.R.)8radio-treasures-20-sept-2016-6006radio-treasures-20-sept-2016-600 5radio-treasures-20-sept-2016-600 4radio-treasures-20-sept-2016-600 1radio-treasures-20-sept-2016-600And there’s more! [read more …] ““Radio Treasures” tonight from 9.30 to 11.00 With Lots of Variety”

Aubane Community Text Alerts Annual Renewal-Final Reminder

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AUBANE COMMUNITY TEXT ALERTS:

Final reminder for return of Aubane Community Alert renewal forms to be returned before Wednesday Sept 28th to either John F. Kelleher, Secretary, Bernard Crowley, Chairman or Any Member of the Aubane Community Alert Group.

Eily’s report – 20th September

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Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde and welcome to my weekly report from Millstreet.

The heavy rains in recent times left their mark on the outcome of the  all important harvesting of grain throughout the land and it was disturbing to say the least to see on the news, how grain farmers are faced with huge losses as a result. On a day out to the Clonakilty area, on a fine day recently, my gaze was drawn to the rolling plains of golden corn waving in the gentle breeze, and now to think that they have all been ruined by recent downpours. Our sympathy and prayers must surely go to all those who had their dreams of a bountiful harvest dashed.

But the Spirit of the farmers is never broken and this week many of them will be flocking to the National Ploughing Match and we wish them a happy outing.

 

The bad weather over the weekend did not dampen the spirits of the many people who took part in the fundraising events that were held in Carriganima .On Saturday their fun run /walk was very well supported, with the proceeds to be divided between the Millstreet and Macroom Hospitals.

Then on Sunday a spectacular tractor run was held. Not just Vintage but any tractor at all. Again with great results and all the efforts were in aid of the local bus service with they call CART. Well done to all concerned but chiefly to Seanie and Matt at the pub who spearheaded both events.

 

The monthly meetings of the Community Council resumed at the Wallis Arms Hotel on Tuesday night, following their Summer Break.

The Chairman Noel Buckley presided and was aided by  our wonderful secretary Maura Kiely.  Derry Sheehan, chairman of the Tidy Towns Committee attended. And he was asked by Noel Buckley to convey the best wishes of the Council to the Tidy Towns Committee on their wonderful success in the Co. Council Anti Litter Challenge. And he also wished them well at the National Final Results which will be held at the Helix in Dublin on Sept 26th.

It was suggested that in future that all the voluntary bodies in Millstreet would liase with oneanother  on now and then, on future plans for the town etc,for the common good.

[read more …] “Eily’s report – 20th September”

Wonderfully Successful Tractor Run in Carriganima on Sunday for C.A.R.T.

Among those present for the start of the very successful Tractor Run in Carriganima on Sunday, 18th Sept. 2016 in aid of C.A.R.T. Bus Service were Minister for Agriculture, Michael Creed; Cllr. Michael Creed and John O'Sullivan, Mayor of Ballinagree. The marvellous event in which 58 Tractors participated was coordinated by Ryan Tarrant and a supremely dedicated Team. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Among those present for the start of the very successful Tractor Run in Carriganima on Sunday, 18th Sept. 2016 in aid of C.A.R.T. Bus Service were Minister for Agriculture, Michael Creed; Cllr. Michael Creed and John O’Sullivan, Mayor of Ballinagree. The marvellous event in which 58 Tractors participated was coordinated by Ryan Tarrant and a supremely dedicated Team. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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Millstreet Vintage Club, Carriganima Tractor Run 2016 on this Sunday Sept 18

Millstreet Vintage Club, Carriganima Tractor Run 2016 in aid of the CART Transport Service will be Launched by the Lord Mayor of Ballinagree John O`Sullivan, Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed TD will also be Present at the Sign On for The Event at The Pub in Carriganima from 12.30 to 13.30. carriganima-tractor-run-sept-2016-600