The inaugural ‘Black and White Party’ night held by the Youghal Arts Network and Youghalonline.com at The Marine Bar, Upper Strand, was a great success and everyone had a ball in one of Youghal’s most popular pubs. Thanks to all who supported the fun night.It was great to see everyone getting into the ‘Black and White Party’ theme. Photo: M. L. Horse Photography

Highlight of the night was the ‘Lovely Girl’ competition which had a large number of female entrants.The contest revolves around various imitations of typical events-of these three were MANdatory:
1 Sandwich construction
2 Walking (Between Bar Stools)
3 Laughing/Giggling. (A giggle is often considered a very feminine laugh)

Hazel Terry from Youghal was ultimately deemed the winner by the sober judges. Her prize was a specially commissioned ‘My Lovely Horse’ Plaque. Congratulations to lovely girl Hazel on winning the inaugural award. Second prize went to Jenny Kirwan and Kay O’Connor (Stepford Wives imitation) and third prize to Paula McGrath (Best Giggle). Better luck next year to all the lovely girls who entered the fun competition in aid of the Youghal branch of Cork Amnesty Group.

Such was the number of Lovely Girl ertrants in The Lovely Girls competition that it is hoped that it will become an annual event in the successful Youghal Arts Network/Youghalonline collaboration. Mr. Donacha O’Cearuill chairman of the Youghal Arts Network said he was delighted with the night and congratulated the Youghalonline team for their input in this successful event.

Proceeds from the night were presented to Mr. Jay Flavin from the Youghal branch of Cork Amnesty Group. Mr. Flavin said the monies would go towards their current campaign by the Cork Amnesty Group for justice for victims of war crimes in Gaza and Israel and would like to thank the Youghal Arts Network and Youghalonline teams for their help towards this worthy cause. Michael Hussey from Youghalonline thanked all who supported the event and the patrons of The Marine Bar.

Thanks also to DJMO’C and the Marine Bar staff Brian, Blaise and Muiris Sheehan. Thanks to Bobby White ( Youghal News) for designing the posters and Kieran McCarthy for ‘Facebooking’ the event also to Becky Grice and Denise FitzGerald from the East Cork Journal and  Bernard Cashman-Events co-ordinator. A special word of thanks to Mr. Jim Furey who did an outanding job as MC. and to My Lovely Horse without whom the event would have not been such a feckin’ success.
Click on image to see who was at the Youghal Arts Network/Youghalonline Black & White Party- Photo: M.L. Horse Photography

Now on sale “2010 calender”, featuring prints from original paintings by Pauline Neville. Pauline a well known local artist and business woman has produced this calendar in aid of Youghal Community Hospital and Hospice. The Youghal Hospital provides a very valuable and much needed service for the people of Youghal. A worthy cause, your support is invaluable, leaving you to enjoy the wonderful creations of Paulines work.
Photo: Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com  E Mail news@youghalonline.com

Calendars available at Wm Nevilles, Scotts, Crees cards, Galvins /costcutters, Pad Mc Carthys, Youghal Credit Union, Quinns Ardmore, and Colemans Ballymacoda. For all enquires phone 024 92767

FIRST CUT Film Festival took place in County Hall Cork last Saturday

FILMS made by groups of young people from all over East Cork and South of the Harbour were screened to a large audience. 18 shorts and 5 animations were made by almost 200 young people who took part in the FIRST CUT Film Project.

Despite tough competition from groups in Youghal, Cobh, Glanmire , Carrigtwohill and Midleton this years Best New Short Film Award was given to Ballincollig Community School. This is their first year taking part in the film making project. The film, THE CHICKEN ROLL, (6 minutes long), selected through an audience vote, was action packed and very entertaining and  really displayed the varied talents of the group of 13.
Karen Forde,TY Coordinator, who facilitated the project within the school said “We are delighted here with our win. The students had a great day and really enjoyed the whole experience.”
The group received a prize from Cork Film Festival Director Mick Hannigan, who formally opened this inaugural youth film festival. The group of young film makers from Ballincollig will be guests for a day at Cork Film Festival in November.

Close runners up were young people from was really enjoyed by the audience, and clearly the group had great fun in the making of it. Those involved were :

1.       Nathan Twomey
2.       Bronwen Howley
3.       Laura Cunningham
4.       Patricia O Neill
5.       Ellie Budds
6.       Thomas Budds
7.       Jason O Sullivan
8.       Gavin Curley
9.      Ricky Roche
Youthreach made a 5 min film about the serious consequences of drug abuse called HAND BALLED.
The Inch/ Killeagh Foroige Club always make a strong contribution.. this year RTE1 NEWS UPDATE , 6 mins, was hilarious take off of RTE1 News with a local news twist.

“Saturday was Brill!!!!!” was Gavin Curleys comment on the day. At the Festival members of the group were zombified with special make up effects and t shirts with help from Nicola Lucey, Foroige Youth Worker, who was there to support all the groups efforts in making this film and in participating in the festival, The day was a great success, a real festival atmosphere with workshops, information and of course most exciting of all the screeening of films.

AS FASHION OBSERVER FOR www.youghalonline.com it was my enviable task to attend Rachel Darcy’s South Beach Boutique’s 2nd Birthday event at her beautifully appointed fashion space South Main Street, Youghal.  On the night of Tuesday 29th September, the store was buzzing with excitement as Rachel unveiled her autumn/winter collection for her customers and invited guests.
Report: Maria Moynihan fashion reporter www.youghalonline.com Photos: Martina Pace, Emanuele Borra, Claire Regan and Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com  E Mail news@youghalonline.com
Models: Marie McKiernan, Micheala Bailey and Erin Walsh   Style Coach: Avril Geary
Catering: La Bella Roma-North Main St. Youghal   Web: Kieran McCarthy

Models Micheala Bailey, Maria McKiernan and Erin Walsh did not disappoint!  As they showed us the hottest catwalk-worthy trends of the season. Also covered by seasonal trends were the perfect accessories to complete the look. I was impressed by the diversity of price points on the fashion items on offer in Rachel’s store.  For further information, please feel free, browse through her impressive new collection in store, and look out for many on-trend as well as unusual pieces from the now legendary ‘Otazu’ Spanish fashion jewelery range.

Showcased on the night were the hottest looks, some uniquely effortless pieces and super-glam frocks! Rachel now carries exquisite foot ware by the Italian label ‘Bourne’.
The guests were treated to wine and gourmet nibbles courtesy of Joseph of La Bella Roma in an easy and informal atmosphere. Stylist and beautician Avril Geary, gave us one of her inimitable style talks with the emphasis on individualism, and awareness of body-shape.

The “Best Dressed Lady” prize was awarded at the culmination of the evening to Marie Duggan ( sponsored by South Beach, La Bella Roma and Avril Geary) who rocked it out in a classic black ‘old-school’ Vivian Westwood dress. Well done Avril and Emma (Bailey) for your inspired choice, proving once again that a simple classic style with a twist never dates! The judging panel had a most difficult task in picking the winner as all in attendance were worthy of a prize

A final nod to all the South Beach team who helped to make the night such a testament to glamour from the amazing hairstyles by ‘Team Bailey’ to the exemplary hosting skills-(take a bow Hillary Hurst and Christina Clohessy). Guest photographers on the night were Emanuela Borra, Martina Pace from Turin, Italy and Claire Regan. Special mention to Damian Moore fresh from his escorting duties at the Rose of Tralee Festival who greeted all Rachel’s guests on the red carpet with charm and grace.  Last but not least to all who attended as guests, ladies take heart, breaking the bank isn’t essential to looking fabulous as was evident on the night in all your beautifully crafted ‘looks’.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Rachel Darcy, and all at South Beach. Long may you provide us with amazing fashion options. Thank you for a superb evening of fashion and fun!
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A large group of women from Youghal and the surrounding area attended the Health & Herbal Remedies event held at the Red Store on Wednesday night ( Sept. 29th 2009)
Photo Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com

Medical herbalist, Áine Marie Reilly (MIIMH, MNIMH, MCPP, Dip. Coun.) led the event presentations by outlining the role and use of herbal remedies in supporting, balancing and promoting health. Liz O’Connell, Horan’s Health Store, Youghal, highlighted the broad range of food supplements, herbal remedies, essential oils, eco-friendly and low chemical products, chilled soya, oils, juice products and personal attention on offer in your local health food stores. Jill Bell proprietor of Well & Good, Midleton – East Cork’s first health food store -gave a very comprehensive presentation on the importance of maintaining a healthy digestive system in promotion of long-term health and wellbeing. The next Youghal Women’s Network event – scheduled for Wednesday, November 25th – will have a Christmas theme – all are welcome!
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The Youghal Women’s Network Event Key to Photo
1147 Jean Healy, Kitty Stack, Sylvia Stack and Margaret Griffin
1449 Noreen Power and Bernie Hynes
1451 Tish Flanaghan and Christine Ahern
1456 Liz O’Connell, Horan’s Health Store, Youghal,  Margaret Griffin and Áine Marie Reilly (MIIMH, MNIMH, MCPP, Dip. Coun.)
1457 Bree Smiddy, Bree Power and Bernie Kennedy
1461 Philippa Beirne, Mark Golden and Jackie O’Sullivan
1463 Mary Kay Solomon-Sunflower Cookery and Christine Fawl-Youghal Women’s Network
1465 Mary Kay Solomon-Sunflower Cookery,Áine Marie Reilly (MIIMH, MNIMH, MCPP, Dip. Coun.) Jill Bell, proprietor of Well & Good, Midleton and Christine Fawl-Youghal Women’s Network