Millstreet Library was delighted to welcome An Tánaiste and Minister for Finance, Simon Harris last Friday. He took the time to hear what the library means to the community and learn about all the events and meetings the library hosts. It was great to show him the plans for the new outdoor area that is currently being developed. The Age Friendly meeting was in full swing during his visit, giving him a wonderful lively welcome. It was lovely to see such enthusiasm and to share the important role libraries play in people’s lives. We sent him on his way with a Millstreet Library goodie bag plus a little library bag for his children. Thank you, Minister, for choosing to visit Millstreet Library. @Corkcoco @LibrariesIre @SimonHarrisTD @johnpauloshea1 #CorkCountyCouncilLibraryAndArtsService #CorkCountyCouncil #MillstreetLibrary #AgeFriendly #AgeFriendlyMeeting #Community #CommunitySpirit #CommunityEngagement #littlelibrarybag #AnTanaiste #MinisterForFinance #SimonHarris

Éidín Griffin who is a social arts practitioner and gardener guided us through the art of saving seeds, simple garden planning and design – sharing practical tips for home gardens and food production. It was an engaging and informative session that left everyone inspired to grow and save more. A huge thank you to Éidín for generously sharing her knowledge and passion. #CorkCountyCoucilLibraryAndArtsService #CorkCountyCouncil #MillstreetLibrary #rebelseed #SkillsForLife

Millstreet Library was delighted to welcome Aisling O’Sullivan from Age Friendly Ireland , Healthy Age Friendly Homes to speak to the Age Friendly group. She spoke about the supports available for older people (age 65 years ) to live in their own home with dignity and independence for as long as possible. Want to learn more? Pop into the library for details. #CorkCountyCouncilLibraryAndArtsService #MillstreetLibrary #CorkCountyCouncil #AgeFriendly #AgeFriendlyIreland #AgeFriendlyIrelandHealthyAgeFriendlyHomes

Ladies in Millstreet Library celebrating strength, resilience, and the power of women everywhere. Here’s to lifting each other up and breaking every barrier. #IWD2025 #MillstreetLibrary #CorkCountyCouncilLibraryAndArtsService #CorkCountyCouncil #KnitAndNatterGroup #TotsTime #WomenEmpowerment

A member of the Adult Book Club in Millstreet Library provided a review of “The Poetry Pharmacy: Tried-and-true Prescriptions for the Heart, Mind and Soul by William Sieghart for Ireland Reads. In this unique collection, William Sieghart has curated a selection of poems that serve as remedies for a variety of emotional struggles. Perfect for both seasoned poetry lovers and newcomers alike, "The Poetry Pharmacy" is an invitation to find relief and reassurance in words, showing just how poetry can act as a balm for the heart, mind, and soul. #MillstreetLibrary #CorkCountyCouncilLibraryAndArtsService #CorkCountyCouncil #IrelandReads #GetLost #EireAgLeamh #AdultBookClubMember #Bookclub

The Knit & Natter group in #MillstreetLibrary had the pleasure of celebrating a very special milestone - Maureen's 94th birthday. Maureen has been an inspiring and treasured member of our group from the beginning, and we are thrilled to celebrate this wonderful occasion with her. The room was filled with laughter, warm wishes, and of course, plenty of knitting and nattering. Everyone had a fantastic time, and it was a beautiful reminder of the joy that community and friendship bring. Here's to many more birthdays, Maureen. #MillstreetLibrary #CorkCountyCouncilLibraryAndArtsService #CorkCountyCouncil #KnitandNatterGroup #KnitAndNatter #LibraryLife #Celebration #CommunitySpirit #HappyBirthday #94YearsYoung @Corkcoco

Millstreet Library welcomed Jennifer and Jonathan from Millstreet Fire Brigade to give an information talk on fire safety in the home. They shared essential tips on preventing fires, using smoke alarms correctly, and having an emergency plan in place. #MillstreetLibrary

Check out our feature in the “The Corkman” Newspaper this week celebrating our Summer Stars Program and the All -Ireland Hurling Final. #CommunitySpirit #SummerStars #HurlingFinal #CorkCountyCouncilLibraryAndArtsService #MillstreetLibrary #CorkCountyCouncil

For Bealtaine, #Millstreetlibrary hosted an Arts & Crafts workshop. The workshop was led by artist Amanda Wright who focused on the intricate art of macrame. Beautiful work! #bealtainefestival #bealtaine #corkcountylibraryandartsservice #corkcountylibrary #corkcountycouncil

Delighted to welcome Aisling O’Sullivan from Healthy Age Friendly Homes programme to speak to our Age Friendly group in #Millstreetlibrary! #agefriendlyireland #agefriendlymillstreetlibrary #healthyagefriendlyhomes #corkcountylibraryandartsservice #corkcountycouncil

Winners of the Easter colouring competition at #MillstreetLibrary! Congratulations to all! #EasterEggDesigns #CorkCountyCouncilLibraryandArtsService #CorkCountyCouncil #EasterColouring #LibraryArtists

This is our new Age Friendly Group who meet every Tuesday at 2 30 pm in Millstreet Library for a game of 45. #agefriendlymeeting #agefriendlyireland #millstreetlibrary

Meet the O’Keeffe family, Iona, Tim, Miriam and Freya taking time out to read for Ireland Reads in #Millstreetlibrary #IrelandReads #GetLost #Éireagléamh #TéigharStrae @LibrariesIre

Book lover and #Millstreetlibrary patron Mary O'Connor Meade contributed no less than three reviews for #IrelandReads 👏📘📕 #IrelandReads #GetLost #Éireagléamh #TéigharStrae @LibrariesIre

The last Age Friendly Gathering for 2023 in #MillstreetLibrary. A delightful morning where people of all ages mingled, engaging in conversations, and enjoying Christmas treats. The next Age Friendly Gathering will be Friday 27th January 2024 at 11 00 am. Everybody welcome.

Dan Casey & Hannah Forde collecting their #SummerStars Reading Certificates & prizes in #MillstreetLibrary. Thanks to all the children who participated in the Summer Reading Challenge. You were all absolutely brilliant!

Tim O’Keeffe collects his “My Little Library Bag” at #Millstreet Library. There is one for each child starting junior infants. Please collect one of our fabulous bags of books to keep and enjoy. Available from ALL branches absolutely FREE! #righttoread #millstreetlibrary #First5

Rory from the Local History Studies was in Millstreet Library explaining how to begin your family history journey. #localhistory #familytree #localhistorystudies #millstreetlibrary #millstreet

Aoibhín Murphy from Knockngree collecting her “Little Library Book Bag” today in Millstreet Library. #first5 #RightToRead #MyLittleLibraryCard #mylittlelibrarybookbag #librariesireland #MillstreetLibrary

Grace's dulcet tones rang out around the high ceilings of #MillstreetLibrary today. She had an enthralled audience hanging on her every word for storytime in honour of National Library Open Day. Your #LocalLibrary...be carried away to far off places with the power of storytelling