Launch of Fairtrade Fortnight 2010 (February 22nd-March 7th)

Fair-trade representatives visited Gael Scoil Chorain, Pobal Scoil Na Trionoide and Youghal Library today (Thur. 25th Feb. 2010) to launch the Fair- trade fortnight in Youghal.
Photo: B. Murphy YoughalOnline.com

Make A Difference: Make The Big Swap

‘THE BIG SWAP’ is the theme for Fairtrade Fortnight 2010, which will also highlight the continued growth in Fairtrade sales and support in Ireland.

“The Big Swap is all about encouraging people to swap some of their usual purchases – tea, coffee, chocolate and bananas for example – for a Fairtrade Certified product,” says Peter Gaynor, Executive Director, Fairtarde Mark Ireland.

“Thousands of Irish consumers have already made the big swap; regularly switching some of their spending to Fairtrade products and in doing so making a real difference to the lives of producers in developing countries.”

The proof of this is in retail sales of FAIRTRADE Mark products in Ireland which increased by estimated 27% in 2009 to €118million – and expected to grow further in 2010.

“We expect Fairtrade sales to grow again in 2010,” says Gaynor. “In the last few months, and again this week, some of the best known brands in Ireland have announced they are switching over to Fairtrade.”

In recent months, significant conversions to Fairtrade have been announced by Cadbury Ireland and Nestlé.  And this week, Ben & Jerry Ice Cream announced that it will complete the global conversion of its entire product range to Fairtrade ingredients by 2013.

“The big manufacturers are realising that Fairtrade is also good for business,” says Peter Gaynor. “It’s also important to acknowledge that Fairtrade’s growth in this country is a testimony to the work of our volunteers – they believed in Fairtrade when it was perceived as a worthy but unrealistic niche business.”

Volunteers have driven the Fairtrade Towns and Schools initiatives and 45 towns and cities north and south, including Dublin, Belfast, Cork and Galway, are now certified Fairtrade Towns. Three more – Tuam, Tipperary and Carrick-on-Suir – will be Fairtrade-certified in the next fortnight.  An additional 29 towns are working towards Fairtrade Town status.

These towns will be hosting their own Fairtrade Fortnight events over the next two weeks and some other Fairtrade Fortnight highlights include:

·         Appearances by Fairtrade ‘ambassadrice’ Stefan Steverink, aka Dutch housewife ‘Gerri’

·         Bewley’s ‘The Big Swap Wall” campaign – customers are invited to sign their support for Fairtrade on a wall at Bewley’s Grafton Street shop. For each signature received, the company will donate €1 directly to a Nicaraguan coffee co-operative

·         Oxfam’s nationwide swap-a-cuppa campaign

Three overseas producers will also be touring the country during Fairtrade Fortnight 2010 to share their first hand experience of the difference that Fairtrade’s support has made for their families and communities. They are:

* Hella Alikuru: Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Hella is the Africa Region Coordinator for the International Union of Food & Agricultural Workers (IUF)

* Josephat Sylvand: Josephat is a coffee producer and the Assistant Export Manager of Kagera Co-operative Union Ltd (KCU Ltd) in Tanzania

* Oscar González: Oscar is the communications director for the Coomprocom coffee co-operative in Matagalpa, Nicaragua

Tickets on sale at Scotts 137 North Main Street Youghal  024 90333 or  087 9957102

Declan will be supported on the night by local band deburca with special guests Jenny Stack  – Kate Mulcahy & Jack Hussey

Contributions are welcome on the night to support Bobby Lee John Riordan and Davie Murphy on their trip to Haiti on building project in April with Haven.

Declan O’Rourke used to be one of Ireland’s best kept secrets, but rave reviews for his debut album ‘Since Kyabram’, a growing international fanbase and an enviable collection of eminent devotees, including Paul Weller, Snow Patrol and Kate Rusby, are rapidly changing that.

On its release in Ireland, ‘Since Kyabram’ reached double platinum status and garnered Hot Press magazine’s ‘Best Debut Album’ award. A major record deal with V2 and a publishing deal with BMG followed, as did patronage from his peers – invitations to support Snow Patrol at Marlay Park in Dublin, Teddy Thompson on his UK tour, The Divine Comedy for dates in Germany and the U.K., and to perform at the legendary 100 Club at the request of Paul Weller.

The buzz is growing, based on the simplicity of great songs and a unique voice. Declan’s lyrics touch on all aspects of the individual, his songs focus on the centre of everyday emotions and his voice irresistibly draws the listener in. He has an understated charm, a quick-wittedness that make him highly endearing live and equally at home playing to one person as he is to thousands.

“Singing in a velvet-tinged bartitone with a killer falsetto….it’s a rare gift that his music can bear comparison with so many classic era troubadours, Fred Neil, Jackson Browne and Bruce Springsteen while still sounding so completely original” Nigel Williamson, Uncut

From the opening melody of ‘No Place To Hide’, the first song on ‘Since Kyabram’, to the final key of ‘Marrying The Sea’, Declan’s ability to tell a story unfolds. Each track on the album gives a feeling of being part of a collection of short films; the connecting thread being Declan’s flowing and dreamy lyrics. The album embodies the roots of his Irish heritage, but also has a distinct rock edge, reflecting, in part, his time spent in Australia from age fourteen to his return to Ireland

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Brideview Drama’s festival entry for this year, “Pied a Terre” was played to a very appreciative audience in Tallow over the weekend. The feedback received from those who attended was most encouraging and comments like “the best festival production coming from Brideview in a long time” and “superb set” were most encouraging.

Directed by Jack Aherne the play is an adult story with comedy as well as some very emotional scenes playing out the drama between three characters; Katie, a nineteen year old prostitute (Irene Kelleher), Jack, a fifty year old lawyer (Eddie Kelly) and Jack’s sister (Vanessa Hyde). There are many twists and turns in the plot and the audience is kept guessing right up until the final scene. With a superb set designed by Mary Sheehan and built by Peter Seeley, Mary Sheehan and Judy Burton and with help from James Hyde and Des Fitzsimons – the drama is played out in the New York apartment setting which is plush and not at all “conventional”.

Brideview would like to thank our Sponsors, Ted Keniry and Daybreak in Tallow and all those kind supporters who donated raffle prizes. Thanks once again to Paddy and Margaret Geary for handling front of house and to Mary Curley, Carmel McDonnell, Audrey Sheehan and Veronica Henley for their help with the interval refreshments.

Pied a Terre will now be performed at the Cork Arts Theatre this week from Thursday to Saturday (25th – 27th February) so please let your friends and family in Cork know that we are on! Tickets €15 can be pre-booked at 021 4505624 are at the door on the night. Curtain at 8pm.
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Vanessa Hyde
PRO
Brideview Drama, Tallow
Co Waterford, Ireland
087 6733 782

Lambert Puppet Theatre presents ‘Snow White’ At The Mall Arts Centre, Youghal.
Venue: Mall Arts Centre Youghal
Date: Sunday March 7th. 2 performances 2pm + 4pm
Tickets €10 on sale at Crees Card Shop

Win two free tickets to see the first performance of snow white at 2pm by answering the following question…..

Name 4 Of Snow Whites 7 Dwarfs ?

SEND YOUR REPLIES TO themallartscentre@gmail.com by noon Friday March 5th, with your name and telephone number.   The winner will be announced on Youghalonline.com on Friday evening. Good Luck !

Congratulations to Kay Donnelly from Youghal who answered the question correctly and won 2 tickets for the show.

The Lambert Puppet Theatre with presenter Paula Lambert is now widely recognised as the premier puppet touring theatre company in Ireland and also internationally renowned for its many fine productions in theatres throughout Ireland, the UK and  Europe..

From its earliest beginning the Lambert family has been involved with RTE TV, working on the hugely popular series Wanderly Wagon featuring Eugene Lambert and Judge.

Paula Lambert was the ‘Bosco’ voice on TV for seventeen years and indeed Bosco is still a firm favourite with the younger children and will make a nostalgic appearance in the opening part of the Show.

This is a beautifully produced show with large puppets, colourful sets and exquisite lighting and is suitable for an age group up to ten years of age.

Venue: Mall Arts Centre Youghal
Date: Sunday March 7th. 2 performances 2pm + 4pm
Tickets €10 on sale at Crees Card Shop

Contact: Aileen Ahern, Youghal Socio-Economic Development Group
Tel: 024-81814      E:tourism@youghal.ie

The second annual Youghal Tourism Networking Showcase is set to kick-start Youghal’s Tourism season with over fifty tourism product providers gathering in The Walter Raleigh Hotel on Saturday 27th February 2010 at 1.30 pm. Photo: YoughalOnline.com

The event, organised by Youghal Chamber of Tourism & Commerce will also open to the general public from 3.30- 5.30 pm following the business to business structured networking session.

Speaking in advance of the event, Aileen Ahern of The Youghal Socio-Economic Development Group commented: “This years event has been gathering momentum and there is a great buzz among product providers wanting to get out there and work on developing joint packages, making referrals, all with the intention of keeping tourists in the area that bit longer, and spending more money here.  This type of approach leads to a win-win situation all round”.

The event will also feature the official launch by Failte Ireland of it’s ‘Family Fun Destination’ Brochure on Youghal followed by a presentation by Mr. Martin Finn on the importance of targeted marketing.  The Showcase will open to the general public at 3.30 pm.

“The general public’s knowledge of Youghal’s products and services cannot be underestimated in today’s climate.  Visitors are always looking for local knowledge and this is an opportunity which we hope as many Youghal people will use to find out as much as they can about their towns wonderful products and services.  Many providers have also promised discounts and offers to the public as an added incentive, which we are thrilled about.” said Aileen.

Attendees will include representatives from accommodation and product providers throughout East Cork and West Waterford, recognising Youghal’s geographic position and natural base for tourists visiting both regions.

Contact:

Aileen Ahern

Youghal Socio-Economic Development Group

Tel: 024-81814

E:tourism@youghal.ie

Pauline Neville Scott started painting in her teens and, from the very first time she took a paint brush in her hand, she knew that painting would be one of the loves of her life. Pauline paints in oil and her work covers mainly landscapes and seascapes.
Denise FitzGerald Reports – Photo: Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com

In a chat with the East Cork Journal, Pauline said  “All my life I got a lot out of this town and it was time that I gave something back to the community”, Youghal Community Hospital,” she continued, “is a most wonderful institution giving the very best in care to those from the town and area who require it. It means that patients can remain close to home, where family and friends can visit them on a regular basis.”

Funds are always needed to maintain such a great Community Hospital, and so Pauline decided that her way of “putting something back” would be to produce a Calendar of her paintings which could be sold to raise much needed funds for the Hospital. Pauline first of all sought, and received, the permission of Youghal Community Hospital to sell the calendars in their name. Flanagan Printers came on board to print them, and Youghal Credit Union kindly agreed to exhibit the paintings, all of which helped very much to promote the calendar. Pauline herself selected the various paintings from her collection, and decided on an appropriate painting for each month of the year so that the four seasons were reflected throughout.

On Wednesday last, Youghal’s Pauline Neville, presented a cheque to the value of €4,000 to Anne Dwyer, Acting Matron of Youghal Community Hospital, which was the proceeds from the sale of 800 calendars sold in the town over the past five months or so. Pauline herself was delighted with the great response of the people, and with the huge financial success of her calendars. She extended sincere thanks to Flanagan Print, Youghal Credit Union and “especially to the wonderful people of Youghal who bought the calendars which raised this great amount”.

Everyone is a winner in this story – Youghal Community Hospital for the funds, the artist herself for organising such a great event, and the people who bought the Calendars and can enjoy forever, Pauline’s wonderful paintings.

Youghal Credit Union Winter car draw which will take place this  Saturday Feb. 27th 2010 at 11.00 a.m. in the main office of Youghal Credit Union. The lucky winner will be the proud owner of  the new Kia Ria 1.5 lx diesel 4 door which is supplied by Kia motors, Youghal.
Entry to the draw costs €6.00 which will be deducted from a members credit union account. If you have not entered the draw you have a few days remaining to do so.
Photo: Michael Hussey YoughalOnline.com

Pictured below are some of the lucky winners in the Youghal Credit Union 2009 Car Draw. It could be you! So make sure your entry for the draw is in before Saturday Feb. 27th 2010

Youghal Credit Union Ltd is a financial co-operative owned and controlled by our members, for the benefit of our members and the community. Consistent with the principles, philosophy and values of the credit union movement, Youghal Credit Union provides safe, superior, financial services in a friendly and professional manner with respect for the worth and dignity of all our members. We aim to meet the needs of our member-owners, enhancing their lives and financial well-being while maintaining the strength of the credit union. We thrive in an environment of trust, respect, integrity and honesty.

Serving the community – Building lifelong relationships – One member at a time.

IRISH RED CROSS – YOUGHAL BRANCH

The AGM of the Youghal Branch of the Irish Red Cross was held at on Tues.9th.Feb.at 8pm in Shalom House.

Those elected for the coming year were as follows:

CHAIRMAN                John Godfrey
VICECHAIR               Angela Kearns
HON SEC.                June Arnott
HON TREAS.      Nora Beattie
PRO                     Kay Donnelly
COMMUNITY
OFFICER         Leslie Godfrey
EMERGENCY
OFFICER         Eileen Kiely

COMMITTEE               Sheila Keneally
Ber O’Mahony
Thomas Bermingham
DELEGATES       June Arnott
Nora Beattie

Youghal United AFC will this June attempt to do something no other Irish football club has ever done, break the Guinness Book of Records 5-a-side record which currently stands at 27 hours and 15 mins Photo: Michael Hussey YoughalOnline.com

Youghal’s June Bank Holiday weekend will be filled with the sounds of soccer at Youghal United’s home ground ‘Ardrath Park’ where sixteen brave souls will attempt to break the current Guinness World Record for a 5-A-Side soccer match.

Youghal United Schoolboys/girls and Academies will benefit from funds raised during this gruelling challenge. The current record stands at 27 hours and 15 minutes and is held by two teams from Surrey County Council in England.

The day to day running costs such of a soccer club as everyone knows is significant with cost such as transport, equipment, maintenance amongst many other costs during the season.

So with great passion the powers that be at Youghal United AFC will use this mammoth challenge as an opportunity to seek sponsorship and raise as much funds as possible during this unique record breaking attempt.

This particular challenge is known throughout the World and prior to Youghal United’s attempt, Liverpool and England International soccer star Jamie Carragher is also attempting to break the current record, which could even set a tougher task for the Youghal men.

Youghal United Promotion Committee member Jock Gallogley said “To promote this key event we will have a fun filled family day to run in conjunction with the challenge. We believe that this challenge will carry very strong media interest, after all it is the first time an Irish club has ever attempted to break this record. We are seeking sponsorship from local and national organisations to help us fund this challenge, all support would be really appreciated. This opportunity will offer a great platform for advertising and branding for those sponsors”.

If you want to take part in sporting history and raise money for a great cause

Please contact Kevin Gallogley 087 2750855 / Emmett Perry  087 2835286 or email record@youghalunited.com

The annual playing of the Bertie Dempsey Memorial Trophy took place at Youghal Golf Club over the weekend, where a huge amount of members and guests alike turned up to honour the memory of a great man, and a fantastic character. The Competition was won by Martin Desmond. Paul Dempsey representing the ‘Dempsey Family’ presented Martin with the trophy at Bertie Dempsey’s Bar last Saturday night (20th of Feb. 2010)
Photo: Michael Hussey YoughalOnline.com

The society unveiled a new Captain’s and Presidents board at the presentation ceremony. Bertie’s Golf Society would like to thank Youghal Golf Club for the use of their magnificent facilities and Bertie’s would also like to thank, the Bar Staff, Catering, Liam Burns and the Course Staff for their help on the day.
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Donal Kenny, Captain Bertie’s Golf Society, prizewinners Ger Walsh and Donie Leahy with Paul Dempsey, Bertie’s Bar
Donal Kenny, Captain Bertie’s Golf Society, prizewinners Alan Downing and Brendan Keniry with Paul Dempsey, Bertie’s Bar
Donal Kenny, Captain Bertie’s Golf Society, ‘Sars and Stars’ prizewinners John Moloney, Martin Hennessy and Paddy Heaphy with Paul Dempsey, Bertie’s Bar
Donal Kenny, Captain Bertie’s Golf Society with Jimmy Morey, guest of honor, representing Youghal Golf Club and Paul Dempsey, Bertie’s Bar
Donal Kenny, Captain Bertie’s Golf Society, prizewinner Johnny Cahill and a slightly “ticklish” Paul Dempsey, Bertie’s Bar
Donal Kenny, Captain Bertie’s Golf Society, prizewinner Liam Sloane with Paul Dempsey, Bertie’s Bar
Donal Kenny, Captain Bertie’s Golf Society, prizewinner Dermot Hogan with Paul Dempsey, Bertie’s Bar
Donal Kenny, Captain Bertie’s Golf Society, prizewinners Colin Heaphy with Paul Dempsey, Bertie’s Bar
Donal Kenny, Captain Bertie’s Golf Society, Winner Martin Desmond with Paul Dempsey, Bertie’s Bar
Paul Dempsey and Jimmy Morey
Paddy Heaphy and Paul Dempsey unveil the new board
Miley Griffin and Patrick Hogan