The monthly meeting of Millstreet Gramophone Circle takes place this Friday, 21st Nov. (Presentation Day) at 8.30pm (not 8.15 which is our usual time) at Millstreet Day Care Centre in Clara Road. Our Presenter this month is Michael Drew of Boherbue. All are very welcome to what promises to be a most enjoyable evening of Michael’s musical choices. Admission is free and we have a Draw after the end of part one. (S.R.)
Neil named as Judge for 2015 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Finals
Congratulations to Neil O’Connor who has been announced as a judge for the 2015 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Finals which are to be held in Las Vegas from the 15th to the 19th of April next year.
Neil O’Connor (USA) is a USEF and FEI 3* Judge and Steward and officiates regularly at national and international shows. He has served as President or Member of the Ground Jury at many prestigious U.S. shows such as the Hampton Classic, Pennsylvania National, Winter Equestrian Festival, Washington International, National Horse Show, and the inaugural 2014 Central Park Horse Show. Internationally, O’Connor has officiated at Spruce Meadows and the Royal Winter Fair, both in Canada. A native of (West End) Millstreet, County Cork Ireland, O’Connor now resides in the U.S., and ironically he was the Foreign Judge at the 2014 Dublin Horse Show. – from the Chronicle of the Horse.
—— “Born in West End, Millstreet in County Cork, Mr. O’Connor, 33, has been involved with horses all his life, riding them and grooming them, simply because, he said, ”horses were the biggest thing happening in my town.” Mill Pearl, a horse that [read more …] “Neil named as Judge for 2015 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Finals”
Joanne on the Today Show
Joanne O’Riordan was on the Today Show on RTÉ One TV today with Dáithí O Sé and Maura Derrane.
You can see the show on the RTÉ Player.
Joanne is in the studio for all the show, but her interview is from 31:55 to 39:30.
[read more …] “Joanne on the Today Show”
Millstreet Christmas Market
Millstreet Christmas Market
This weekend
Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th December
12-5pm each day
Visit Santa from 2.30 – 4pm each day
Huge selection of gifts,
crafts, decorations, fashion, art, baking
and much more this year
6th & 7th December – 12-5pm • Santa’s Grotto 2.30 – 4pm Each Day
We’re really excited this year – We have searched far and wide for lots of new and interesting stand holders with everything from Fudge, baking, crafts, Christmas decorations, stained glass and Gifts to Accessories and fashion. Santa will be in his grotto from 2.30 to 4pm each day. [read more …] “Millstreet Christmas Market”
Death Notice: Peggy O’Leary, Ploverfield
O’LEARY (Ploverfield, Cullen): On November 17, 2014, in the tender and loving care of the matron and staff of Millstreet Community Hospital, PEGGY (nee Daly), wife of the late Dan. Deeply regretted by her family Pat, Bridget, Denis and Antonia, sons-in-law Michéal and Matthew, daughter-in-law Claire, grandchildren Daniel, Michael, Stephen, Úna, Donagh, Danielle, Mary and Redmond, sisters-in-law Margaret and Elizabeth, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet tomorrow, Thursday, from 5.30pm to 8pm, followed by removal to the Church of The Nativity, Cullen. Requiem Mass on Friday at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to Millstreet Community Hospital.
Cullen Community Centre
The re-opening
of the
recently refurbished
Community Centre in Cullen
takes place on
Saturday night, December 13th
at 8.00 p.m.
After the official opening, there will be a Mulled
Wine Reception followed by finger food.
Music on the night will be supplied by the Kelts.
Full bar facilities will be available.
Adm. €10.
Draw for €100 on door ticket on the night.
Liam’s Movember Challenge
Click on the link here: http://ie.movember.com/mospace/9995917
“Strings” Superb Performance at Scartaglin Being Broadcast on “Radio Treasures” on Cork Music Station at 9.45 Tonight
www.corkmusicstation.com To access the online radio station just click.
Such has been the local, national and international interest in the 23 minute broadcast tonight that many have requested a repeat broadcast of the Scartaglin Musical Experience with the superb “Strings” – so we’ve decided to repeat the full feature at 9.45pm on Tuesday next 25th Nov. on the very same programme and on the same online radio station. Many thanks for all the uplifting messages from such people as JD Kelleher in London and many more.
And here are the members of the Group (thanks to Emer for the list): Patrick Buckley, Éabha Sheehan, Niamh Smyth, Katie Linehan, Méabh Buckley, Orlaith Twomey, Hannah O’ Regan, Katie Hickey, Anna Buckley, Conor Daly, Alanna Barry, Leah Murphy, Sarah Dennehy, Daniel O’Callaghan, Katie Crowley, Brídelle Cronin, Siobhán Cronin, Orla Twomey, Linda Desmond, Lisa Fitzgerald, Keyboard Darragh Twomey, Diarmuid Cronin, Gemma O’ Regan & Bridelle Cronin.
We received such a warm Sliabh Luachra welcome in Scartaglin with tea, coffee and brack following the night of great presentations where the focus was on a celebration of the life of the Murphy Family of [read more …] ““Strings” Superb Performance at Scartaglin Being Broadcast on “Radio Treasures” on Cork Music Station at 9.45 Tonight”
Pub Quiz – in aid of the Union Hall Lifeboat
Regional Report 1243
by
Eily Buckley
Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a cairde and welcome to News report 1243 from Millstreet .
Fondest greetings dear listeners and I wish you all the very best on this lovely crisp, dry, Tuesday morning.
Please let me tell you, that, the new calendar for 2015 is out. Organised by the Community Council, it is a beautiful publication. Almost an annual report in pictures of all the happenings of Millstreet for the past twelve months and there were many happenings in 2014. They will be in the shops in the next few days.
A meeting of the Community Council will be held at the Wallis Arms Hotel to-night to organise the distribution of the calendars.
Santa is Coming to Aubane !!!!
Millstreet Town Park
17th November 2014
Over the past few months Millstreet Town Park Committee have come under unrelenting ill-considered and intemperate criticisms regarding our management of the Town Park in the local media.
We refer specifically to the criticisms of Mr.Matt Murphy.For the record we enclose a copy of the Town Parks response to his letter of the 29/09/2013 wherein we advised Mr.Murphy of an alternative walk to mitigate any short term inconvenience to the general public.
We are not legislators,as of now coursing is a legal activity governed by conditions imposed by the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht and also comes under the aegis of the Department of Agriculture.
If Mr. Murphy or indeed the Campaign for the Abolition of Cruel Sports or the Association of Hunt Saboteurs Ireland have issues regarding coursing then surely the correct procedure would be to petition the legislators in Dail Eireann for a change in the legislation.
We have particular difficulty with Mr. Murphy’s criticism and the inconsistencies contained in his various letters.
In his letter of 29/09/2013 his concluding paragraph acknowledged the good work done in the Park over the years by the committee and stated that it is a wonderful facility and greatly appreciated.
In his letter of 12/10/2014 he writes of the contempt that he says that our committee has for the people of Millstreet and that the committee is basically a GAA Club in all but name which contentions we totally and emphatically refute.
In his letter of 15/10/2014 he then acknowledges the time and effort that our committee have given to our community over the years. However, it is noted that he is quoted in the Corkman of 13/11/2014 that he has general issues with the Town Park in addition to coursing.
Our committee is made up of people who give unselfishly of their time to enhance the facilities of the Town Park. The amenities in the Park and their constant utilisation speak volumes. Furthermore, several of our members are involved in the operation of the Local Lotto, the proceeds of which benefit the Park and other clubs in our community. ,
Our members were particularly dismayed and saddened by Mr. Murphy’s call in his letter of 12/10/2014 telling the public to stop buying Local Lotto tickets and note that he has made no attempt to retract this admonition. Even at this late stage, a change of heart by Mr. Murphy regarding the Lotto tickets would be a very welcome gesture. Finally, any reduction in the finances available either from the locality or State funding will have serious consequences for the future of the Town Park.
Millstreet Tidy Town Committee
Official Launch of Millstreet Community Singers Magnificent Audio CD
A capacity attendance from far and wide enjoyed one of the most enjoyable, memorable and utterly happiest of occasions ever in Millstreet at this historic official launch. The splendid CD is on sale at: Coleman’s Centra, Herlihy’s Centra, Supervalu, An Siopa Deas, Wordsworth and also from any member of Millstreet Community Singers. All proceeds will be donated to Cancer Research. Let us now observe a further 202 extra pictures recalling the excellent event and the tremendously cheerful atmosphere. Marie Twomey is to be very warmly congratulated in coordinating such an amazing experience with the assistance of such musical experts as Neil Moylan and [read more …] “Official Launch of Millstreet Community Singers Magnificent Audio CD”
Dromtariffe Parish Hall – Annual Bazaar
Counseling Service
Hi, my name is Majella Godfrey. i am qualified in counseling and psychotherapy and i am offering a low cost counseling service. Those of you who may be feeling a little lost and would like a listening ear or maybe having problems with your child, money, or whatever the reason, please contact me on 087/3625905 where you can get the help you need. Confidentiality is guaranteed.
Thank you, Majella.
Diarmuid Receives Teaching Hero Award
Mary Immaculate College lecturer and Millstreet native Diarmuid O’Driscoll, who is Head of Mathematics and Computer Studies at Mary Immaculate College, were amongst those recognised at a special awards ceremony held in Dublin Castle earlier this week. Diarmuid received his award from Prof. Mary McAleese (former president of Ireland)
[read more …] “Diarmuid Receives Teaching Hero Award”
Parish Newsletter – 16th November, 2014
PARISH NEWSLETTER for BALLYDALY-CULLEN-MILLSTREET
Thirty Third Sunday in Ordinary Time – 16th November, 2014
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: Margaret Kelleher, Carriganima & Ballinatona; Mary O’Riordan, Kilbrin; John O’Callaghan, Macroom. [read more …] “Parish Newsletter – 16th November, 2014”
IRD Duhallow Business Awards
Dancing Class Starts in Rockchapel 0n Sat. 22nd Nov.
The class will be conducted by Maurice O’ Keeffe who is a well known young traditional Seán Ós dancer having got the authentic Seán Ós steps from the famed Seán Ós dancing family- the Devanes from Carna in Connemara. We thank Jack Roche for this cultural notice. (S.R.)
Special Scartaglin Event this Saturday Night Featuring “Strings”
Doors open at 7.15pm and the music will start at 8pm pin sharp. Admission: Adults €6; OAP: €5 and Children €3.
We thank Emer Twomey for this very interesting article which gives an excellent insight into Saturday’s Musical Experience in Scartaglin. (S.R.)
Millstreet Winners at the IRD Business Awards
Millstreet had two winners at the IRD Business Awards which were held in Newmarket last night. A huge congratulations to Mike & Pam Thornton Of Coolefield House B&B on winning the award for Best Customer Service, and to Gordon and Breeda O’Keeffe of K & L who won their award as the Best Established Business. Other finalists from Millstreet on the night were Eleanor Leahy of Nibbles who was also in the Best Customer Service category, Justin Black of Just Born Photography in the Creative Industry category, and the Millstreet E-Centre in the Community Enterprise category.
Millstreet's Coolefield House wins Category Award at lavish Duhallow Business Awards @millstreet_town @Corkman_ie pic.twitter.com/Z0vBzd74fd
— John Tarrant (@jgtarrant) November 15, 2014
@millstreet_town based K & L wins overall accolades at glittering Duhallow Business Awards @Corkman_ie pic.twitter.com/6kyLqUi9VI
— John Tarrant (@jgtarrant) November 15, 2014
Splendid Response to Recent Supervalu Halloween Art Competition
Magnificent Response to Recent Marymount Fundraising Project
November & December at “The Lighthouse” in The Square, Millstreet
Superb Atmosphere for TR Dallas & Joe Guerin at Wallis Arms
Here we share a further seven pictures from the very enjoyable occasion where at the end of the Dance Joe & TR got to meet their many fans. Many wished to have their photo taken with [read more …] “Superb Atmosphere for TR Dallas & Joe Guerin at Wallis Arms”
Very Successful Fancy Dress 2014 Event at Wallis Arms Hotel
And now for a further 83 colourful pictures from the very special annual [read more …] “Very Successful Fancy Dress 2014 Event at Wallis Arms Hotel”
Accommodation required for school retreat team members o/n 17th November, Millstreet
There will be a retreat for 2nd year and Junior Cert students on Tuesday 18th November in Millstreet Parish Centre. It will be run by NET Ministries, a group of Catholic young adults who run schools retreats around Ireland. NET teams have been with us in Millstreet running retreats for each of the last seven years.
For the last two years, the team members have been accommodated by local families on the night before the retreat. We are doing the same this year. Accommodation has been found for eight of the ten team members for Monday 17th November. Thank you to those who will be welcoming them into their homes. I still have two team members to find accommodation for. If anyone can provide them with accommodation on Monday night, please contact John Magee at Millstreet Community School (029 70087). Thank you.
Winter Timetable for the Loft
Timetables are subject to change according to class demand
6 weeks course (one class Per Week) – €50
- Pay As You Go €10 per class. Participate in 9 classes get 10th class free with stamped loyalty card (subject to availability)
- Pilates Classes priced separately – please enquire or book with Aoife on 087 963 4676
Liam O’Connor Show at Briery Gap
The Liam O’Connor Show at Briery Gap, Macroom
Friday 21st November at 8:30pm • Tickets €25
A talented musician, Liam brings his high energy performance to Briery Gap for one night only! [see liamoconnormusic.com]
Please contact Box Office on 026-41793 for bookings.