Community website for Millstreet, Co. Cork, Ireland
Have you booked for your Holy Communion, Confirmation or Birthdays ?
Book Now!! to avoid disappointment for your special occasion.
We provide Bouncy Castles, Obstacle Courses, Slides, Disco Domes, Princess Castles and much more (we have lots of new equipment).
To find more activities log onto our website www.just4leisure.ie, or give us a call!!!
Contact Kevin or Josie on 029 70640 /087 1821594
(Click their poster right to see it full size)
Kilcorney Parent / Toddler Group
will be on
Monday’s from 10-12 in the Social Centre.
Pre-school children and parents / carers welcome.
Catherine (Shine) Braun, 94 years young, died unexpectedly at her home in Littleton, New Hampshire on January 30, 2016. Born April 17, 1921 in the village of Millstreet, County Cork, Ireland at Knocknagurrane, near Cullen. Mrs. Braun grew up in a typical Catholic family as the youngest of 7 brothers and sisters. She was raised in a cottage with a thatched and sod roof, heated only by a peat stove, and lacking indoor plumbing or electricity. In 1937 she travelled to London to train as a nurse. Catherine lived and worked in that city during the Blitzkrieg, tending to the injured and the ill.
During the 1950’s, Catherine immigrated to Boston to care for a sick relative. There she met the love of her life, Frederick J. Braun. They were married in May 1958 and had a son, Gary, the next year. After living for a short time in Connecticut and Vermont, she and Fred settled down and built a home in Littleton, where she resided for the remainder of her life. Catherine continued with nursing in New Hampshire. She frequently worked as a private nurse, caring for permanently disabled patients or those with terminal illnesses. She was devoted to her patients and worked well into her later years giving comfort to those who lived in pain and discomfort. [read more …] “Death Notice: Catherine Braun (née Shine), NH”
Great credit is due to the Transition Year Students of MCS and to the Production Team of Jennifer O’Donoghue and Margaret Buckley on the magnificent performance of this hugely popular play which is based in the Dublin of 1916. We now share a further 36 pictures from the very memorable presentation of Wednesday night at MCS. [read more …] “Superb Performance of “The Plough & The Stars” at Millstreet Community School”
And we’re off: Taoiseach Enda Kenny dissolved the 31st Dáil this morning, setting in motion the General Election for 2016 for Friday 26th February. Below are the twelve candidates declared for our Cork North-West constituency, of which three will be elected. Click on the photos to see a one minute video from each of the candidates.
Jason Fitzgerald (Renua), Nigel Dennehy (Sinn Féin), Michael Moynihan (Fianna Fáil), Andrias Moynihan (Fianna Fáil)
Steven O’Riordan (Independent), Áine Collins (Fine Gael), Michael O’Donnell(Communist Party of Ireland (new candidate)), Michael Creed (Fine Gael)
Shirley Griffin (Independent/People’s Convention), Diarmuid O’Flynn (Independent Alliance), John Paul O’Shea (Independent), Cormac Manning (Green Party)
Jerry O’Sullivan (Independent)
See what the Cork North West candidates are tweeting about with Marie Collins’ list (here)
[read more …] “General Election 2016: Our Candidates in Cork North-West”
Aubane Social Club A.G.M. will take place at Aubane Community Centre on Thursday, 18th February 2016 at 9pm. We thank John Kelleher for this notice. (S.R.)
This excellent production of
‘The Plough and the Stars’ by Sean O’Casey
will continue tonight (3rd Feb) and tomorrow night (4th Feb)
at 8pm in the school canteen
Tickets are €8 for adults and €5 for children/students.
For more details, contact the school on 029 70087
— The play gives insight on the impact of the rising on the people of Dublin and reflects on the role of violence in social change. A great night at the theatre awaits all. A special invite to previous cast members, especially all who performed this play (millstreetcommunityschool.ie)
KELLEHER (Laught, Rathcoole): On January 31, 2016, unexpectedly, but peacefully, at home, MARY (nee Moynihan), beloved wife of John and much loved mother of Niall and Sean. Sadly missed by her husband, sons, grandsons Conall and Aron, daughters-in-law Elinore and Virginija, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces, nephews, neighbours and much loved friends.
Reposing in Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet on this Wednesday evening from 6pm to 8pm, followed by removal to St John’s Church, Dromagh. Requiem Mass on tomorrow, Thursday, at 11am, followed by burial in St Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet.
Cronin (Ballincollig and late of Prohus, Rathcoole, Co. Cork) On February 1st 2016, peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the Mercy University Hospital Tadgh. Sadly missed by his wife Sheila, sons Conor, Michael, Tim, Trevor, Noel, Kenneth, and Colm, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, brother John Joe, sister Noreen, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.
Lying in repose at Crowley’s Funeral Home, Ballincollig. Rosary on Wednesday (3rd) evening at 8.30pm. Reposing Thursday (4th) from 6.30pm to 8pm followed by removal to the Church of St Mary and St John, Ballincollig. Requiem Mass at 1.30pm Friday (5th). Funeral afterwards to St Oliver’s Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Cuan Mhuire.
Tomorrow (Wednesday 3rd) is Grandparent’s Day. We invite
grandparents of all children to mass in the
Church at 10am. The mass is to celebrate the
wonderful contribution grandparents make to
the lives of their grandchildren. We invite
grandparents to join us after mass in
Presentation N.S. for a cup of tea/ coffee and
to visit the classrooms of your grandchildren.
– PRESENTATION N.S. MILLSTREET
In this, the year of commemorations, the T.Y. Drama Group will perform O’Casey’s classic “The Plough and the Stars”. This will be staged on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, February 2nd, 3rd and 4th, in the school at 8 p.m.This play gives insight on the impact of the rising on the people of Dublin and reflects on the role of violence in social change. A great night at the theatre awaits all. A special invite to previous cast members, especially all who performed this play.
We thank Chris Horan for the caption above and the picture below. (S.R.)
Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde, and welcome.
Very few programs start this week without a mention of Terry Wogan, and I’m glad that our website has given a section all of its own to his memory. It makes wonderful viewing. Please bring it to the notice of the many people who are not online. No doubt some of them have followed the renowned Terry’s career from humble beginnings, to the great heights that he achieved in fifty years. May God reward him for all his goodness and give his soul eternal rest.
Another very interesting feature on our Web this week shows the historic Altamount House, the Before and he After. Again a great feature for those who remembered it in its hey-day.
We’ve moved on to the month of February, and the joys of Spring were welcomed in here in Millstreet when one mother sheep gave birth to three lovely little lambs. In spite of the unusual weather, the daffodils and other spring flowers are making their appearance. They never fail to fill us hope for the future.
Well done to all those involved in our Men’s Shed. They had their official opening last week. A very large crowd turned up to wish them well. The popular Roger Cresswell made it over from his home in England to help cut the tape.
In spite of the awful weather, it was a night of friendship, and music, song and dance and lovely refreshments.
They open every Tuesday both AM and PM, they have 25 members on the books and now with their new premises in Church St, there’s room for more. Contact Bertie Buckley for more information 087 679 38 41.
Unislim Proudly celebrating 44 years as Irelands friendliest slimming club.
Your local class meets on Tuesday in Millstreet Enterprise Centre
Express weigh and go class 7am to 9am
Full class and motivational talk 9am to 10am & 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Contact class leader: Abina Kelliher on 087 7653870
or see: facebook.com/Unislim-MillstreetBallydesmond-1514926905492679/
When Brendan Murphy was in his physical prime of time one must go back a span
Ballydaly’s last blacksmith farrier he was quite a man
He shod his last working horse in his forge in his brother Eddy’s backyard
For his livelihood he is one who did work quite hard
Tall and lean and dark haired and physically quite strong
Ballydaly’s last blacksmith farrier to a rare breed belong
The hooves of the last working horse, mule, jennet and donkey he did pare
Since the demise of the last working equines blacksmith farriers have become rare
[read more …] “Ballydaly’s Last Blacksmith Farrier”
Various speakers addressed the large audience in preparation for the forthcoming General Election. Here we share a further 40 images from the special occasion on Sunday afternoon. [read more …] “Deputy Áine Collins General Election 2016 Campaign Launch”
Brendan Murphy and I recorded a brief sequence also on our visit and this will be seen later on LTV2 Millstreet. We now share some more pictures from our Sunday afternoon visit.
[read more …] “Spring 2016 Arrives in Millstreet with Lamb Triplets!”
Resting on the edge of Millstreet Town, Altamount House is a big old house that dates back to the 18th century. It has had several owners but has not been lived in for over twenty years, and has nearly totally fallen down. Originally an estate house, it was made into an emergency hospital during the famine in the 1840s and massively extended at the time to include a courtyard in the middle. It is sad to see such a fine building being taken over by nature. Photos below thanks to Ola Cashman.
RIP Sir Terry Wogan who passed away today aged 77 following a short illness. “We’ll stay here all night dear” was his famous quote as he commentated for the BBC on the Eurovision in Millstreet, as the organisers tried to get in contact with the last decisive jury from Malta, as the UK and Ireland battled it out for the win. Watch the last moments of the voting below:
Thinking of taking up cycling?
Or
Cycling for a while and would like to meet likeminded people?
We will be running a six week beginner/starter program.
Date – Sunday 14th February
Time –9.30 a.m.
Venue – Teach Iosagain, Rathmore
Contact – 0877023562
or email <email>
The first session will be indoors and won’t be weather dependent.
Don’t forget to bring your bicycle!!
Jesteś zapalonym rowerzysta I chciałbyś nawiazać znajomosci z ludzmi o podobnych zainteresowaniach?
A może dopiero rozpoczynasz swoja przygodę z rowerem.
Dolacz do nas aby poznać innych roweromaniakòw, wymienić sie doświadczeniami i wspòlnie spędzić czas.
Zapraszamy na 6 tygodniowy program dla poczatkujacych.
Info poniżej:
Data – Niedziela 14 lutego
Czas – 9.30
Lokalizacja -Teach Iosagain, Rathmore
Kontakt – 0877023562
Lub email <email>
Pierwsze zajecia odbeda sie pod dachem.
Nie zapomnijcie roweròw!
Millstreet Athletic Club
is holding their registration night
on Tuesday 2nd February
at 7.30pm
in Millstreet Youth Centre.
If you would like to get fit for the New Year it is great value at €15 per child and €20 per adult.
Adults and children (born 2010 upwards) welcome.
PARISH NEWSLETTER
BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
31st January, 2016
Canon John Fitzgerald P.P.
Tel Nos. Millstreet 029-70043/Mobile 087-7752948
Email: <email> 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: Alex Ryan, Old Coach Avenue; Teddy Collins, Rathcoole; Mairead Fouhy, Castletownroche.
Mass Intentions this Week-end:
Saturday 30th January:
Millstreet Vigil 6.30 p.m. Kathleen Corcoran, Dooneen
Sunday 31st January:
Ballydaly 9.00 a.m. Dick Pomeroy, Clara
Cullen 10.15 a.m. Johnny & Hannah Mary Fleming, Mologhroe & Davy & Kitty Fleiming, London & May
Millstreet 11.30 a.m. Peter & Nora Dineen, Cloghoula
Anniversaries: Mary O’Sullivan, Aubane; Patrick Creedon, Mushera; Danny Buckley, Liscahane; Bridget Kelleher, Liscahane Upper; Annie Murphy, Donoughmore & Aubane; Tade & Mary Murphy, Tureen, Knocknagree. [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 31st January 2016”
Over 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”
The Community and Education Department of the Abbey Theatre together with Baboró, presented “Me, Mollser” – a specially commissioned monologue play which introduces “The Plough and the Stars” by Seán O’ Casey to a younger audience by telling the story of the Easter Rising 1916 through the magical power of a performance and workshop. This Thursday (28th Jan. 2016) morning at Presentation N.S., Millstreet 5th & 6th Class pupils from the Presentation N.S., Scoil Mhuire B.N.S. and Cloghoula N.S. experienced this absolutely brilliant production and workshop. It was a true privilege to have been in attendance. (S.R.)
It was such an enriching experience for the senior pupils and was so appropriate to witness such a production in this Centenary Year of 1916. We now share a further 11 images from the inspiring occasion. [read more …] “Truly Magnificent Abbey Theatre Monologue Play at Presentation N.S.”
O’Regan (Deanrock, Togher and formerly of Dromsicane, Millstreet) On 28th January 2015, peacefully at St. Finbarr’s Hospital, Joan, wife of the late Willie and mother of the late Liam. Deeply regretted by her sister Margaret, nephews, nieces, relatives carers and friends. May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Fordes Funeral Home, South Gate Bridge. Removal on Friday (29th) at 6.30pm to Church of the Way of the Cross, Togher. Requiem Mass on Saturday (30th) at 10.00am, funeral afterwards to St. James’s Cemetery, Chetwynd.
Here is just a selection of Photos taken at Cork County Hall last Monday Night of Sean Radley being recognised by the County Mayor John Paul O`Shea for his Irish Broadcasting Hall of Fame Award.A large number of supporters from Millstreet accompanied Sean Radley on the Night with them all travelling together on the C.A.R.T. (Carriginma Area Rural Transport) Bus,a great Night was had by all and we must thank Breeda Piggot for the lovely Photos.
Cancelled tonight due to strong winds (Storm Gertrude)
Millstreet Christmas Lights Committee will meet in the Square on Thursday next 28th at 7pm, and would be very grateful to anyone who would be free to volunteer a few hours to help take down the Christmas lights. Electricians, helpers and cherry pickers are especially required.
Thanks to all who volunteered and gave of their time to put up our wonderful Christmas display this year.
COLLINS (Rathcoole): On January 27, 2016, peacefully, in his 90th year, at his home, in Knockcahill, TED (Collins Transport), beloved husband of Kitty (nee O’Flynn) and dear father of Dáithi, Marie (Buckley), Carmel (Cronin), Maighreád (O’Leary), Patsy (Gallon), Mike, Tadgh, Anne (Morley) and the late infants Colette and Deirdre and brother of Vincent and Kathleen (Crowley). Deeply regretted by his loving wife, family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-in-law Patrick, Denis, Connie, Tim and Derry, daughters-in-law Joan, Kathleen and Esther, sister-in-law Nora, brother-in-law Tadgh, nieces, nephews and a very large circle of friends.
Reposing at McCarthy’s Funeral Home, Banteer. Rosary on this Thursday evening at 8pm. Reposing on tomorrow, Friday evening, from 6pm, followed by removal at 8pm to St John’s Church, Dromagh. Requiem Mass on Saturday at 11am. Burial afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet. May he rest in peace.
Ted (right) was singing in Aubane in 2000, with Seán ‘the Hall’ O’Buachalla of Kilcorney (RIP 2008).
