Dia is mhuire diobh go leir a Cairde and welcome to my weekly Report.
The wild a blustery hurricane Ewan left no doubt in our minds that our annual March Fair would be a non-runner last Sunday. Never in living memory did we see our town so devoid of trade stands and people for this historical event. A few die-hards did brave the elements to bring some horses,mbut they were few to say the least. We can only hope for better luck next tear.
The Community Council held a special meeting on Tuesday night to draw up plans for this years St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The members were very enthusiastic and all were at the ready to take on the running of the event in honour of our Patron Saint. A further meeting will be held in advance of the Big Day. Meanwhile the public are asked to prepare well and be at the ready to take part in the Parade which will held at 5pm on Friday March 17th.
The next organisers meeting will be held on Tuesday March 7th.There are prizes for the best Float, the best Fleet, also a prize for the Best Dressed window and lots more.
In Rathmore they will have their St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held in the afternoon of Sunday March 12th.
This is Shrove Tuesday, the day that we can all fill ourselves with lovely pancakes, before we start the long weeks of Lent until Good Friday, on April 14th. Easter Sunday is on April 16th. In olden times a strict fast had to be kept by all those between to age of 7 to 65 . One full meal and two small meals was the limit in the day . But as time went on this rule was modified and today it is up to the individual to do their own kind of Penance for Lent.
The AGM of our Active Retired Group was held at the Canon O’Donovan Centre last week, and a very large number attended, Sean Radley gave a wonderful talk on his Millstreet Museum and handed out copies of interesting items to those present. He went on to say that the Museum is open four days a week and is an ideal place to bring a visitor .
Sean also said that the recent addition of a photographer at the museum is of remarkable benefit.
At the election of officers Annabel O Sullivan handed the Chair to Mary O Mahony, following her three years of faithful service and she remained on as Vice chair, Kit O Sullivan is secretary and Mary McSweeney Assistant Secretary, Eileen O Riordan is Treasurer, assisted by Margaret Leader. Their program for the coming year is very full and varied to suit all tastes. Well done to the organisers.
This week we extend our best wishes to the Reen Family who will launch their newly extended pharmacy business in the Main Street, and all are invited to celebrate with them on this coming Friday March 3rd. Lots of special offers on the day.
Our state of the art E-Centre in the town Square is not being used to its full potential. It houses an up-to-date Board Room, Kitchen facility and rentable work stations which can be rented for as little as €50 a week, and which are ideal for those needing space to start or to continue with a business etc.
From their information leaflet these are their contacts, 029-21676, 026-20520, Email info@ ecentre.ie, web ecentre.ie. Please give this up to date facility your best support.
E-Centres are backed (for want of a better word) by the Cork Co. Council and IRD Duhallow.
At the Weigh-In in Cullen on Monday night 40 people weighed in and 46 pounds weight lost. Only two nights left.
Here are the results of this weeks parish lotto draw which was held at Tarrant’s Bar on Sunday night. Numbers drawn were 11,18,23,30 and the Jackpot was not won. €100 went to Colm O’Leary Drishane Rd. the seller was James O Leary and he got €50 sellers prize, €50 went to Neil Flahive, Drishane rd. €20 each to Danny Creedon, c/o Corkerys Bar. Shane Hoare, Rathduane. Michelle O Callaghan Rathduane, Kelly & Elaine c/o Tom Carroll. Emer Lane Sandpit Hse. Ashling O Mahony,Altamount, Ann Burke , & JJ Daly, Liscahane,
Jackpot for next week €9,400 the draw at the Bush Bar on Sunday night.
Millstreet Vintage Club is holding a Cars Coffee Chat Morning at the Aroma Café, in Millstreet on Sunday Mar 5th, All Vintage, Classic, & Retro Cars /Tractors/ Bikes as well as new members welcome. Contact Number 086 8545873.
Table Quiz at the Wallis Arms on Friday March 3rd. at 8pm. Proceeds go to fund two 5th year students who will go to Lourdes as helpers with IPT at Easter .
Eucharistic Adoration in Millstreet Church every Tuesday & Wednesday starting after 10am Mass And in Cullen on Thursdays from 10am. Please support it well.
Diocese of Kerry Pilgrimmage to Taize June 25th to July 2nd. Open to young people between 18-30.Cost €400. Further info from the Parish office 02970043.
Parish Mission will be held in Ballydesmond from March 9-12 and all are invited to attend.
Cope Foundation Church Gate collections will be held at all Churches in the Parish this weekend.March 4/5.
Used Clothing wanted by St Johns club. At their pitch Station Rd. March 4th to 11,from 10.30 .
Agus sinn a bfuil, many thanks for joining me agus slán is beannacht Dé libh go léir.
