Chandler-Tullamore Sister Cities
Celebrating 15 years — 2009-2024
Chandler-Tullamore Sister Cities
Celebrating 15 years — 2009-2024
About Us
Chandler, Arizona
Tullamore, County Offaly, Ireland
Tullamore, County Offaly, Ireland
Chandler is located in the East Valley, in the southeast part of the Greater Phoenix area. It was named for a veterinarian, Dr. A. J. Chandler, who settled in the area in 1891. The town of Chandler began in 1912, with the opening of the Hotel San Marcos in 1913. In 1920 the Town of Chandler incorporated, with Dr. Chandler as its first
Chandler is located in the East Valley, in the southeast part of the Greater Phoenix area. It was named for a veterinarian, Dr. A. J. Chandler, who settled in the area in 1891. The town of Chandler began in 1912, with the opening of the Hotel San Marcos in 1913. In 1920 the Town of Chandler incorporated, with Dr. Chandler as its first Mayor. The City of Chandler has worked diligently to make the downtown area a dining and entertainment destination, and their efforts are paying off as boutique shops, art spaces and eclectic cafes have steadily increased their presence. The downtown storefronts have been restored to a modern version of their original turn-of-the-century look, and the plaza has been redesigned and named after the City's founder. The Center for the Arts, new parks, restaurants and retail centers mark an exciting future for the City.
Tullamore, County Offaly, Ireland
Tullamore, County Offaly, Ireland
Tullamore, County Offaly, Ireland
Located in the Midlands of Ireland, Tullamore boasts a unique geographic location. The Slieve Bloom Mountains lie to the south, while north of the town are the Arden Hills, a gravel ridge which is a product of the Ice Age. The boglands, for which this part of County Offaly is known, lie to the east and west. Beyond the boglands on th
Located in the Midlands of Ireland, Tullamore boasts a unique geographic location. The Slieve Bloom Mountains lie to the south, while north of the town are the Arden Hills, a gravel ridge which is a product of the Ice Age. The boglands, for which this part of County Offaly is known, lie to the east and west. Beyond the boglands on the eastern side lies Croghan Hill, an extinct volcano. The River Shannon flows to the southwest of the town, while the town itself is divided by the Tullamore River.
The capital town of Offaly and the powerhouse of the Country, Tullamore has a population of 250,000 serving a 30-mile radious. Tullamore is the administrative capital of County Offaly, and is linked with the main cities through excellent road, rail and telecommunication networks.
12th annual Southwest Tea
Sat, Nov 16 | 10:00am - 12:30pm | Avion Center, 1733 E Northrop Blvd, Chandler
Join us for a delightful afternoon filled with delicious teas, scrumptious pastries great company, chances to win raffle baskets and amazing prizes!
2024 Chandler Volunteer Recognition Awards
Mayor's Choice Award – Ellen Harrington
Ellen Harrington started Chandler-Tullamore Sister Cities fifteen years ago and has made an indelible mark on the Chandler and AZ Irish community since. For over ten years, Ellen has spearheaded the student exchange program between students in Chandler and Tullamore, Ireland which has welcomed dozens of students to Arizona and sent the same to Ireland.
Given the ties between Chandler-based companies like Intel, PayPal, and Microchip sending ex-pats to Arizona, resulting in Maricopa county having the 4th largest Irish population in the United States, this connection is essential to the diverse community of Chandler. Her volunteer efforts have resulted in economic development initiatives, youth exchanges, art and culture exchanges, and Chandler's exposure to an international market.Ellen also joined the Board of Trustees for the Irish Cultural and Learning Foundation (DBA Irish Cultural Center and McClelland Library) in 2021, bringing further connection to Phoenix and Chandler and other cities through the Arizona-Irish Sister Cities programs (six in total). Ellen is a master connector whose passion for both Irish heritage and the City of Chandler combines to perfectly position her for success in these roles. Her volunteer efforts cannot be overlooked nor diminished in their impact to the community.
Congratulations Ellen Harrington: 2024 Irish person of the year
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Your generous monetary donation helps us maintain the Chandler Irish connection through exchanges, events and more. Your donation is tax deductible.
