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MARCH LECTURE: FROM ISLAND TO ISLAND TO ISLAND BY MARY O’DRISCOLL. 8.30pm Parish Centre Cushendall. Friday 21st March 2014. ALL WELCOME

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  In her lecture “From Island to Island to Island”, Mary O’Driscoll, manager of Rathlin Ferries and Cape Clear Holidays will discuss the nature of her work during the summer months on both Rathlin Island http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rathlin_Island and Cape Clear Island http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cape_Clear_Island Mary will also discuss the fascinating islands around the world she has visited.  The … Read more

ARCHAEOLOGICAL DIG- DEADLINE 4TH MARCH

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The society has been invited to take part in an archaeological dig at Cushendun, from  18th – 28th March.  It is an opportunity for members to participate in this dig, however, numbers are limited and places will be allocated on a first- come basis. Any member wishing to be involved should contact the office between … Read more

FORTHCOMING LECTURE “OLD CUSTOMS” LEONARD QUIGG

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In this month of lovers and St. Valentine, Leonard Quigg will dare to delve into the subject of ‘The North Antrim Man in Love’ in his forthcoming talk to The Glens of Antrim Historical Society. Entitled “Old Customs” Leonard Quigg undertakes a light-hearted and none-too-reverent exploration of the characteristic dialect of the area with revelations … Read more

FORTHCOMING LECTURE: MARY-ANN McCRACKEN by DEIRDRE LARKIN . 8.30PM Parish Centre Cushendall. Friday 24th JANUARY 2014. All Welcome.

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MARY ANN McCRACKEN 1770 – 1866                                                              Mary Ann McCracken is too often remembered just as the sister of Henry Joy McCracken, who was executed for his part in the Rising of 1798. However, she is a formidable figure in her own right. During her long life she was in the forefront of social reform … Read more

The Glynns 2013 now available to download!

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We are pleased to announce this years Journal is now on sale for only £5! Click here to buy…. Contents include: ‘County Antrim Hiring Fairs’ Dr Jonathan Bell ‘Childhood Memories’ Maureen Donnelly ‘Blue Plaques in the Glens’ Frank Rogers ‘Memories of the Narrow Gauge’ Anthony McKinley ‘The Guardians at Bunamargy Friary, Co Antrim’ Ignatius Fennessy, … Read more

Glens of Antrim Historical Society committee for 2013– 2014.

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The following members were elected office bearers and committee members for the year 2013-14   Chairperson Mr.  Frank Rogers   Vice- Chair Mr.  Iain Bradley   Hon. Treasurer Miss.  Mary Blaney   Hon. Secretary Mr.  Dominic O’Loan         Committee members Mr. Eamon Duffy     Miss. Eileen McAuley     Mrs. Sheila … Read more