Day: March 22, 2013

Michael’s Musical Choices Prove To Be Real Winners

Some of the many people who attended tonight's superb Millstreet Gramophone Circle presentation by Michael Drew, Boherbue (on extreme right). It was Michael's first presentation and it was a tremendous success enjoyed by a capacity audience including young Daniel and James from Ballinatona, Millstreet.
Some of the many people who attended tonight’s superb Millstreet Gramophone Circle presentation by Michael Drew, Boherbue (on extreme right). It was Michael’s first presentation and it was a tremendous success enjoyed by a capacity audience which included young Daniel and James from Ballinatona, Millstreet.  The next meeting which will take place on Friday, 19th April at 8.15 pm in the Canon O’Donovan Centre will be given by Margaret McCarron, Bandon (nee O’Donoghue, Cullen) – pictured fourth from left.  My job as DJ was made so much easier tonight because Michael had edited his complete programme in just two discs.   Because of the generosity of those present to our usual Draw we shall be making a contribution to the Daffodil Day local organisers.   (S.R.)

Daffodil Day 2013 in Millstreet Wonderfully Well Supported

Phil and Mary were two of the wonderfully dedicated organisers of Daffodil Day 2013 in Millstreet.
Phil and Mary were two of the wonderfully dedicated organisers of Daffodil Day 2013 in Millstreet.   One of the many supporters who arrived while we were taking the photographs outside Coleman’s Centra in Minor Row this afternoon was Paudie Creedon.   The ladies indicated that the overall fund collected at that time of day was well in excess of €2,000.00.   (S.R.)

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Country Park reopening for Easter with New Cycle Trails

2013-03-22 Irish Examiner front page advert for Millstreet Country Park
Today’s Irish Examiner front page advert for Millstreet Country Park

The 500-acre Millstreet Country Park, which has been closed for maintenance since February, is to re-open on Easter Sunday, March 31st with the introduction of new cycling trails. The routes- 3km and 8km in length- range from relaxed, off-road low land trails suitable for all, to more rugged and challenging terrain.

Donie Howard of Millstreet Country Park said cycle-tourism is a growing phenomenon. “There is a dearth of self-contained cycling resorts in this country, and we feel we have hit the nail on the head with this new attraction,” he said. “We’re talking to a number of cycling clubs at the moment on the cycle routes and we also have a stock of leisure bikes for hire for those that want a casual cycle around the Park along our designated leisure trail. This form of leisure is fast, safe, fun, and puts people in direct contact with nature.”

Mr Howard added that those behind Millstreet Country Park are speaking to local accommodation providers with a view to putting together a package holidays especially for cycling enthusiasts.

Upcoming events at the Park include Millstreet Walking Festival on Saturday, April 20th and Sunday, April 21st; Monster Mac adventure challenge on Sunday, April 28th, and the Traditional Craft & Blacksmith Fair on Sunday, May 5th. The Park is [read more …] “Country Park reopening for Easter with New Cycle Trails”

Cullen & District Special Needs Association

grand finaleThe grand finale of our 28th Annual Weigh is on Monday Mar. 25th, when a large number of participants will eagerly await the announcement of the winners in the different categories.

We appeal to all who took sponsorship cards to return them on or before March 25th when trophies, again generously sponsored by Robert Guerin, Ballydaly, will be presented to winners: – 1st , 2nd , 3rd to both ladies and gents for weight loss and 1st , 2nd , 3rd for Sponsorship collected.

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