Willowbrook – a flawed Eden. A memoir of growing up in Millstreet

2013-07-16 Willowbrook - a Flawed Eden - Book Cover“Willowbrook – a flawed Eden. A memoir of growing up in Millstreet, Co. Cork” by Jim O’Brien is the latest publication from the Aubane Historical Society.

The author was evacuated with his brothers from London during WWII and they were sent to live with their aunts at Willowbrook House in Cloghboolabeg.

He paints a very vivid picture of his experiences at the house, of the people who owned and lived there and of those who worked there. He also gives entertaining pen-pictures of the local ‘characters’ he got to know. He describes them ‘warts and all’ and they are thereby made unforgettable.

Like all good stories it operates at many levels – the story of children separated from their parents and the effects this had on both; the issue of property relations within families and its consequences for individual members, particularly women; the relations between men and women, sexual and otherwise; the relations between adults and children; the class distinctions that were prevalent at the time and the consequences of this.

All the farm activities are well described with the attendant social activities that brought people together and showed the [read more …] “Willowbrook – a flawed Eden. A memoir of growing up in Millstreet”

Results & Fixtures: 16th July 2013

2013-07-13 Parade before the Humphery Kelleher Final between Cork East and Kerry South in the Town Park photo from Duhallow GAA
Parade before the Humphery Kelleher Final between Cork East and Kerry South in the Town Park – photo by Duhallow GAA

GAA: Munster Junior Football Championship Final: Waterford 0-9 Cork 1-18 July 11 7:30pm in Dungarvan [full details] Michael Vaughan #24 for Cork, Kevin Crowley in the panel too.

Humphrey Kelleher Cup Final: Cork East 3-07, Kerry South 3-13, played in Millstreet

Humphrey Kelleher Shield Final: Kerry North 7-13, Limerick 3-04, played in Millstreet

JBFC1: KnocknagreeGAA 1-13 St Johns 3-02,@ Millstreet, 8pm Saturday, July 13

Munster Senior Hurling Final: Limerick 0-24 Cork 0-15, Gaelic Grounds, 14th July – Mark Ellis is listed was #20 for Cork

2013-07-13 Triona O'Sullivan on wins the PUMA British Champinoships in TaeKwon-DoKCU JAFC R1: Kilbrin 2-7 Millstreet 1-12, @ Rathcoole, 7:45pm Monday, July 15

Under 16 A Football Championship: Millstreet 1-16 Pobail Uí Chaoimh 1-21, 15th July 7pm (Also doubled as a league game)

 

TaeKwon-Do: Boherbue girl Triona O’Sullivan who trains with the Millstreet Club in the GAA Hall won gold at the PUMA British Championships this weekend.

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lovely pups free to good homes

THREE 5 MONTH OLD TERRIER CROSS PUPS FREE TO LOVING HOMES. I’ve found homes for 3, but have had no luck with the remainder. There’s 1 boy and 2 girls – they’re almost completely black, small, very cute, clever and playful, are showing signs of making good hunters like their mother. I hate to let them go, but can’t afford to keep them as I have the mother and another dog already. They’re vaccinated and wormed and ready for a new home. Thanks for taking time to read this.

PLEASE CONTACT 087 6777090. (Cullen area)

Genealogy: McNamara’s over the Post Office

I am a Benedictine nun writing from the USA, and I was hoping to be in touch with someone who knows anything of the family of my great grandfather, Jeremiah McNamara who emigrated to the USA and settled in Boston late 19th, early 20th century.

My father, now deceased, told me that his ancestors lived in Millstreet, County Cork, above the Post Office. However, the sister of his grandfather was born in Macroom.

Her name was Mary and her parents, Daniel and Margaret McNamara, came to Boston with their five sons and five daughters. Mary (Sr. Rosalie Josephine) became a Little Sister of the Poor in Jamaica Plain, Boston, but died in the motherhouse in London, England.

I have put in this query to the folks in Macroom as well.

Thank you so much for any hints you may have!

Mother Therese McNamara, O.S.B. <email>

Baby Massage Classes

Baby Massage classes for parents resume from Thursday 15th August at Millstreet Country Park @ 1:30pm
Parents will learn techniques to help calm & relax baby, alleviate tummy & sleep issues and much more. You’ll also meet new friends and fun is guaranteed! Babies will be pampered of course.

5 week course €120 and if your health insurance covers baby massage you’ll receive a €100 rebate.
Ring 0879721149 to book
You can also find me on Facebook @ Babyfeet Therapies & Courses Cork
Thank you
Pat Murphy MNRRI, Cimi, yoga teacher <email>

Annual Cork North West MS Pilgrimage to Knock

Pictured at Knock, Co. Mayo in St. Mary's Grounds with the Original and Apparation Churches and the Basilica in the background - the many people who participated in the Annual Three-day Pilgrimage of Cork North West MS Group to Knock Shrine.  Also included is Fr. Charles and Sr. Maureen Cahill  who was Spiritual Guide (3rd from left in front row)
Pictured at Knock, Co. Mayo in St. Mary’s Grounds with the Original and Apparition Churches and the Basilica in the background – the many people who participated in the Annual Three-day Pilgrimage of Cork North West MS Group to Knock Shrine. Also included is Fr. Charles and Sr. Maureen Cahill who was the Group’s Spiritual Guide (3rd from left in front row).    The magnificent weather and the uplifting spirit of the Pilgrims added greatly to the success of this annual event.  Click on the image to enlarge.  (S.R.)