Following the Steps of Giants
by Tess Healy Maguire

ON SUNDAY LAST (4th Sept. 2011) Sean Creagh, Cork filmmaker and head of Craze Productions, asked me to join him in Youghal to kick off his new film series.  Starting with John Huston’s film Moby Dick, he plans to revisit places where cinematic classics have been shot in Ireland.

Combining clips from the original films, staged re-enactments, anecdotes and historical trivia, he offers a fresh perspective on both the films and the towns involved.  As I live only a few miles away, I couldn’t resist joining him.  Though the wind and rain tried to sweep us into the sea, we made our way to the Clock Gate for some background shots.  Looking at this beautiful old building, it’s easy to forget it was once used as a prison.

A carved stone slab reminds us that here the hangman plied his trade.  The nearby Paddy Linehan’s pub served as the base for John Huston, the cast and crew of Moby Dick when the film was shot in 1954.  Paintings on the walls and small plaques mark the event.  Gregory Peck played the iconic Captain Ahab.  Such was the popularity of this Oscar winning actor that people would take the train from Cork to Youghal in the hope of catching a glimpse of the man at work.  Hollywood royalty or not, if Mr Peck wanted to call home, he had to join the queue at the pub to take his turn on the one phone available.  Every morning director Huston would go to the pub and plan the day’s shooting.

One of the film’s most memorable scenes, the women waving good bye to their men, was shot just a few feet away in Youghal harbour.  Audiences viewing the finished product cannot imagine how long it can take to capture the few minutes or seconds that appear on the screen.  Our re-enactments were pared down to a handful of actors simply dressed, placed in the spots where cinema legends had used crowds, cameras and cranes to create the illusion of New Bedford whalers.  For this type of “guerrilla filmmaking”, the huge multiple cameras and boom microphones are replaced by a pair of handheld digital cameras and a tiny sound recorder.  Lighting is whatever nature provides so the changeable seaside weather provides an extra challenge.

Despite the sunshine, the cutting wind gave our performances the shivers Herman Melville’s New England coast demanded.  We held our positions and shot the scene.  Our Captain Ahab, Cork actor Raymond Brothers, balanced carefully on his fake peg leg on the edge of the pier.  The gusting wind fought hard to take our captain off to sea.  There were no screens, green or blue, to keep us from the bracing breeze or provide a way to drop in the computer wizardry now standard in feature films.  Of course with films of any size, you shoot the scene from as many angles as you can with and without the actors.  Shots and recordings must be taken of backgrounds and any natural sounds needed.

After all that, you re-shoot because the car horn drowned out the dialogue, the rain returned, an inquisitive dog visited or any of the varied, unpredictable little incidents that turn a minutes work into an hour.  Passersby paused to watch, take photos and share stories.  When told what we were filming, a young boy informed us that his grandad worked on the original.  Despite the hurry-up-and-wait of filming, we managed to get all the outdoor shots done before losing the light.  All the varies pieces will be whittled and woven together during the editing process to create the final short film.

Chilled and tired, Sean and the rest of the cast retired to the pub to try to capture a last bit of the legend before catching a Cork-bound bus.  I crept home to wrap myself around a large mug of tea.  Moby Dick will be followed by a trip to Cong to find The Quiet Man.  Hopefully I’ll defrost before the film debuts on YouTube.

Click on image to enlarge -Pictures: Youghalonline

Mackerel Mania in Youghal
Report: Denise FitzGerald

THEY WERE SMOKED, BARBECUED, PAN FRIED, BAKED AND GRILLED. They were served Caribbean style, with Mexican peppers, flavoured with chilli, dusted with flour, sprinkled with lemon juice, and just turned on the pan in a little butter and black pepper. Whatever way they were done, they were all delicious. Mackerel, traditionally, have been the poor relation of the more popular fish in the seas but for those who like the wonderful taste of this delicious fish, there is nothing as nice as their very first mackerel of the year, fresh from the boat, filleted, cleaned and thrown on the pan.

On Saturday last, (27th Aug 2011) YCC organised the inaugural Mackerel Festival in Youghal and the people came from far and near to find out what it was all about. Well, it was all about the mackerel and those who had never tasted this under-rated delicacy were in for a most pleasant surprise.

Several restaurants from the town set up their stands in the shadows of Youghal’s Clock Gate where they proceeded to cook their mackerel in their own favourite way. Fillets of the fish were served complimentary to all who came along, and the wonderful aroma of freshly cooked fish filled the air. Mackerel Pate was served on brown bread, all home made, and recipes were given and exchanged. The atmosphere which prevailed was festive, and the sun obligingly shone.

Organised by Youghal Concerned Citizens, it was a brilliant way to market – not only the humble mackerel – but also to showcase Youghal and all it can offer.

At 4pm a kiddies fishing competition was held on the quayside, and even though sprats were used by many, it didn’t attract any mackerel. Crabs by the hundreds, however, were caught and this simple activity brought great pleasure to all the ‘fisherchildren’.

At 5pm it was time for brave volunteers to join in the fun, with old and young alike going back to their childhood by jumping into the tide from the quayside. It was great fun, great enjoyment.

Shoals of mackerel arrive in Youghal around August each year. The locals expect them, some fish for them, most buy them from the local shops. Then, these tasty little fish with their shiny bodies leave our waters for another year.

This year they will be remembered for the following three delicious recipes, kindly donated by local restaurants.

Smoked Mackerel Pate, courtesy of Brian McGoran, Walter Raleigh Hotel:

450g smoked mackerel fillets;  75g cream cheese;  75g crème fraiche;  1-2 tbl creamed horseradish;  dash Tabasco Sauce;  juice of half a lemon;   Salt and freshly ground black pepper.

To Cook:  Remove the skin and any bones from the fillets and break up the flesh into a bowl. Add all the other ingredients and mix thoroughly.  Transfer to a serving bowl.

Serving Suggestions:  Set the bowl of pate on a platter with a selection of crackers and celery sticks, or serve on toasted white baguette bread.

Mackerel Livornese, courtesy La Bella Roma

Fry one clove garlic in olive oil in a hot frying pan.  Add capers, olives, oregano, a dash of white wine and a knob of butter to the pan.   Add a cup of tomato sauce, and then place 3-4 fillets of mackerel into the sauce, allowing to simmer for a few minutes until the fish is cooked through.

In the last few minutes, add a few fresh leaves of Basil, and season to taste.  Serve.

Mackerel Wild Way, courtesy The Red Store

Marinade 1:   Green pepper, Black pepper, Lime, Olive Oil, Mixed Spice, Dijon Mustard.

Marinade 2:  Cracked Black pepper, Fresh Thyme, Salt, Olive Oil.

Method:   Marinade the mackerel fillets for the required time and then cook to your liking (grill, pan fry, bake etc).,

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SLUDGE DRYING PLANT ERAS ECO LTD’S plans for a €10m upgrade to enable it to process hazardous waste faces a considerable new challenge as Bord Pleanala questions the validity of the planning application. Last June Cork County Council granted planning permission to Eras Eco Ltd to extend their facilities at Foxhole Youghal to permit the processing of 95,000 tonnes of waste annually, including 30,000 tonnes of hazardous material.

Youghal Chamber of Commerce and Tourism has appealed the decision to An Bord Pleanála, while the company have yet to apply to the EPA for an operating licence.

However Bord Pleanála is now inviting submission from interested parties by September 13th, amidst concerns that the planning application may qualify as Strategic Infrastructure Development and so beyond the remit of regular planning criteria. The Chamber’s appeal is consequently on hold until that status of the original planning application is decided.

The decision has raised the hopes amongst the plan’s opponents. “Youghal Chamber will meet next week to consider our response and to debate the matter of employing Senior Counsel,” says Chamber Director and Youghal Town & Cork County Councillor Barbara Murray.

The plans remain the focus of strong resentment in Youghal, with almost 300 objectors attending a meeting at Youghal GAA pavilion. Seeking to dissuade arrivals, a group of Eras Eco workers distributed brochures on the plant’s existing and intended facilities.

The meeting, convened by the newly formed Blackwater Estuary Action Group (BEAG), recounted Eras Eco’s annual reports to the EPA since it commenced operations in 2007. BEAG co-founder Michelle Ryan-Hennessy noted that 2009 alone saw over 40 breaches of emission limits into the Blackwater, including ammonia, sulphates and suspended solids.

Guest speaker Natasha Harty of the Cork Harbour Alliance for a Safe Environment (CHASE) advocated a “multi-pronged” resistance campaign. Several people questioned the wisdom importing hazardous waste into a tourist town and to a site close to a playground, a business park and a river.

Others called on Youghal Town Council, as site landlords, to seek a meeting with the Eras Eco on foot of their operational record. Details were also given of how to register submissions if and when Eras Eco Ltd apples for an operating licence. “If the community rejects this, it cannot be imposed,” summarised one speaker from the floor.

Click on image to see some of speakers at the Blackwater Estuary Action Group (BEAG) meeting

MR AND MRS JOE MOORE FROM YOUGHAL, known up to Saturday last as Katrina Griffin and Joe Moore, entered the new competition on RTÉ  called ‘Franc’s DIY Brides’.   They were lucky enough to be chosen as the couple who, as they prepared for their wedding day, would be closely mentored by wedding expert Franc, aka Peter Kelly.  In the series Franc will help “brides on a budget” to come up with ideas to make their weddings unique, but he will not be planning the entire wedding for them, just advising the couples and sharing tips with them.

On Saturday last, Katrina and Joe’s wedding day dawned bright and sunny, despite the many dreadful weather predictions. The Wedding Service was held in the pretty Methodist Church in Youghal, just a few steps from Katrina’s parents home in Friar Street. Over one hundred and fifty guests – family and friends – were invited to spend this very special day with the Moores and experience the wedding with a difference.    Following the Wedding Service, the bride and groom received a Guard of Honour from the crew of the local Youghal RNLI, to honour Mary and Joe, one of their members.   The wedding party then moved to the Mall Arts Centre where a lavish wine and canapés reception awaited.   To the astonishment and delight of the guests, a boat was strategically placed in the Mall Arts area, the centre of which was filled with ice which kept all sorts of drinks chilled, and from which the guests could serve themselves.  From this, one could almost guess that the appropriate theme for this wonderful wedding was “The Sea”.  Appropriate when one takes into consideration the groom’s involvement with Youghal RNLI and the bride’s dad, John Griffin, who is part of Youghal’s Aquatrek.

Departing the Mall Arts Centre, the wedding continued at the Walter Raleigh where the extravagant and delightful decor included two boats, one sitting each side of the stage, both beautifully decorated.   After a sumptuous meal, the arrival of the Wedding Cake made heads turn.   Containing several layers, the cake was decorated between each layer with a small fish tank, and inside each tank tiny goldfish were swimming happily.  Obviously, not for consumption!

At 9pm, on a lovely mild autumn evening the Bride and Groom, with their entourage, walked across the N25 to the beautiful and historic Green Park where hundreds of candles lit the way to the Bandstand situated in the centre of the Park.   Resembling a runway, the candles led the couple up the steps where, in true romantic style with absolutely nothing sealike about it, the couple danced their first dance, the Wedding Waltz, to the cheers and delight of their families and friends.    Background music had most of the guests joining in, and Greenpark came alive as it hosted its very first Wedding.

The celebrations went on well into the night and early morning, and by sharing their Wedding Day with the RTE media, Joe and Katrina brought their beloved Youghal into the highlights of television land where exposure of the beauty and attraction of the town is worth more than any advertising.

But perhaps the best part of their wedding celebrations was the fact that their families, friends and relatives – all of whom knew of the Franc DIY competition – were delighted to get involved and help with the arrangements in any way they could.

In fact, you could say that ‘Franc-ly speaking’ it was a very successful DIY (done in Youghal).

Bride to Be with Franc in Youghal story by Denise FitzGerald

Lismore Councillor Concerned Over Youghal Hazardous Waste Application.
By Christy Parker

LISMORE TOWN COUNCILLOR BERNARD LEDDY wants Waterford’s local authorities to oppose the planning permission granted to sludge drying plant Eras Eco Ltd to process hazardous waste in at Foxhole in Youghal. Cork County Council granted the permission to upgrade the plant to facilitate toxic waste treatment last June in a decision that was appealed to An Bord Pleanála by Youghal Chamber of Tourism and Commerce. That appeal is now currently on hold as the Bord investigates whether the original application should have been made under the Strategic Structure Development Act.  ERAS ECO Ltd is solely owned by Ormonde Organics, based at Killowen, Portlaw, Co. Waterford, Ireland.

Cllr Leddy told September’s Town Council meeting that the plant’s intended new technology  -AquaCritox- involving super critical water oxidation, was “absolutely cutting edge technology” of ‘Star Trek’ consideration. He said it might very well be the future of waste treatment with the added bonus of it being an Irish company’s development (Cork-based Super Critical Fluids International- SCFI). The location was the problem, however.

Rhine disaster

The councillor was unhappy with the company’s declared intention to store and treat hazardous waste in a site adjacent to the Blackwater and, by inference, with relevance to Co. Waterford. He cited arsenic, cyanide, hydrofluoric acid, sodium, potassium hydroxide, barium, ammonia, as the beginning of a lengthy list of chemicals the company hoped to treat (some of which are already being processed under its existing licence). “What amazes me is that Cork County Council could allow planning permission for processing this type of material at the mouth of one of the finest salmon rivers in Europe!,” he proceeded. “Because the potential for a major pollution in the river such as happened in the Rhine in 1986 will always be there.”

The councillor then said that the SCFI’s promotional material cites “50,000 people” as necessary to run a pilot scheme  for the treatment of human waste alone, while “Youghal’s population is about 6,500” and that “500,000 to 1½ million people” would be needed to make it commercially viable.  He wondered from where the material would come and by what means. “The Rhine disaster was an absolute accident,” he elaborated, “and if this is allowed to continue, then I believe this is another one waiting to happen.”

Cllr Leddy said County Waterford tourism alone, as pertaining to the Blackwater, merited local authorities in the region registering their concerns to Cork County Council. He then urged that local authorities in county register their interest. Cllr John Heneghan said he would like to know Youghal Town Council’s vies on the matter, while Cllr Leddy agreed to table a motion proper on the issue for October’s meeting.

Sixteen members of The Enterprise Centre in Youghal, Co. Cork got a fantastic surprise when they realised they had matched five numbers plus the bonus number to win €25,000 in the Lotto draw on Saturday 20 August. The lucky syndicate, who purchased their ticket in Tesco, Youghal, have been playing together as a group for over six years. They were only one number away from winning the jackpot prize of €4.5 million.

“We all feel extremely lucky at the moment; it’s a lovely amount to win. All of the mother’s in the group were delighted with the windfall as our children are all going back to school this week and it’s an expensive time of year for every mother,” said Catherine Desmond, one of the members of the syndicate, at today’s photocall in Youghal.

The Enterprise Centre opened its doors in Youghal on Friday 28 November 2008. The state of the art enterprise centre nurtures indigenous small business in the Co. Cork area and is designed to provide a supportive environment to local enterprises, while encouraging them to innovate and grow.

While all 16 staff members expressed themselves ‘delighted’ with their win, no one has yet decided what to do with the windfall. A good staff night out is ‘definitely on the cards’, to celebrate.

Promising Future As Youghal Mackerel Fest Whets The Appetite.
By Christy Parker  

A NEW ANNUAL FESTIVAL may be added Youghal’s calendar of events following an experimental mackerel food fest in the Clock Gate area last Saturday. The event, organised by the Youghal Concerned Citizens, was relatively low key and certainly low budget, but brought high praise as the potential of mackerel as a marketing and festival concept became quickly obvious.

The overriding impression was one of delightful surprise as mackerel grilled, barbecued, smoked, marinated and pate -to name a few variations- were dispensed by local chefs. Youghal youth band Indecision also proved worthy accompaniments.  Local fisherman Kevin Murphy provided the miracle of the fishes with a copious supply of mackerel as the two hour endeavour provided a new and innovative experience that hopefully will float for far longer in years to come.

Unfortunately there were no silver mackerel shoals in the harbour for the children’s fishing line competition, so crabs became the focus instead. Lending an international flavour, young Niall O’Connor from Wimbledon landed an amazing 130 crabs.

As a chilly breeze ruffled the river, the event concluded with a ladies swim. Egged on by an eager and anticipatory crowd, the day’s biggest cheers were raised when a group of ‘mackerel maidens’ –some in old-time costume- took to the briny. Local musician Mark Ansbro provided backing to the bathers.

Fun

The mini-fest can be deemed another success for the fledgling Youghal Concerned Citizens (YCC), in similar vein to the Teddy Bears’ Picnic, the Gold Label Youghal Seafood Pie (available as pledged in every participating eaterie in town, bar a few abstentions), increasing numbers of coach tours and numerous clean-up operations.

Saturday’s enterprise wasn’t  overly spectacular in terms of attendance or economic input but it bore the hallmark of good organisation, commitment, hard work and –significantly- the good humour and fun that seems to define every YCC undertaking. Upcoming YCC projects for 2011 include themed Halloween and Christmas celebrations designed to enthuse locals and lure visitors.

The voluntary group was formed last spring with an accent on developing ideas from the general community on how to improve promote the town’s natural attractions and heritage in a family-friendly manner. “We are pleased with what we have achieved so far,” says YCC Chairman Jim Flanagan “but it’s just a start really. We are very grateful for the support and goodwill of the public, the business community and various organisations and individuals. Hopefully we can build on the achievements of 2011 to make Youghal a more attractive and prosperous place for everyone.”

The next YCC public meeting is on Thursday September 4th at 7.30 in the Red Store. All and anyone are welcome.

The club are bringing the very funny show Santa Ponsa or Bust to the Walter Raleigh hotel on Fri Sept 30th @ 20:30. Visit the site www.santaponsa.ie and see what it’s all about. It’s been given huge reviews in the national newspapers:

“Sure to be a sell out”… Evening Echo

“Brings down the house”… Irish Times

“Go and see it”… Irish Examiner

“You’d want to be in a coma not to enjoy it”… The Star

Ticket’s on sale at Cree’s card shop, Walter Raleigh Hotel & Sammy’s Butchers front strand –Alternatively contact Paudie Sheehan on 087-9450004 or Emmett Perry on 087-2835286 tickets €15 each and a great night is assured. This show was pitched on the RTE show Dragons Den and got the backing of all 5 Dragons. This is a must see show , people will travel from all over so don’t be disappointed and get your tickets early.

Senior’s build up to the new season!

Youghal Utd 1 – 2 Leeside

Youghal Utd 2 – 2 Leeds

Under 16’s

Strand 1 – 4 Youghal United.

Our under 16 team got their season off to a winning start when they travelled to Strand and come away with all three points. Youghal led at half time 1-0 after Strand looked like the better team in the first half. They continued their dominance early in the second half when they got the equaliser. From that point on Youghal’s defence were on top and the lads got the ball on the deck and past it very well controlling the game to the finish. The lads took their chances well with 2 goals each for Danny Walsh & Eric Murphy. Best for Youghal: Sean Farrell & Mathew Farrell

Academy – Calling All Future Soccer Stars.

The 2011/12 Youghal Utd Academy soccer season is upon us with the U10’s (those born in 2002) first training event on Sunday the 4th of September at 4pm. The plan for this season is to hold two training sessions per week at 4pm on Sundays and 5pm on Wednesdays, with the focus on player development through training combined with friendly matches in Sept to Nov and Feb to Mar. This will be followed by participation in the Cork School Boys league in April and May and finish in Jun with the Len Rodgers Memorial Cup Tournament at Clashmore Rambler’s home ground.

The programme for this season concentrates on developing player’s skills and team participation, while ensuring that they enjoy the sport and continue with it for years to come. Following a successfully 2010/11 season the plan is to now build on where we finished in June when a number of the players won the hotly contested Len Rodgers tournament against teams such as Dungarvan Utd, Castlebridge Celtic and Valley Rangers. Following a strong start in the group stage the team progressed through to the semi-final, where they beat East End, and then went on meet Dungarvan A in the final where two great goals scored by Shane Deasy and Cian Coleman Butler secured victory and the Perpetual Shield.

All players and parents are welcome to come along at 4pm on the 4th, including of course those who may not have participated in previous years, to meet the coaches, hear more about the plans for this season and to join in the first training event.

We are also happy to announce that this season Simon Born will join the existing coaching team of Patrick Morrissey and Taras Kennedy, who have completed FAI’s Kick Start Coaching Programmes.

In addition to the U10’s, the U9’s (born 2003) with start training at 12pm on Sunday the 4th, while the U8’s (born 2004) will start at 11am on the 4th. Again all players and parents are welcome to come along to learn more about the Academy and its ambitions for the forthcoming season.

 

Youghal United team that won the Len Rodgers tournament

Front row: Matthew Hogan, Luke Kennedy, Tomas Power, Conor Kenefick

Back row: Adam Danaher, Cullan Morrissey, Kyle Roche, Shane Deasy, Cian Coleman Butler

Club notes!

Match Results!

Notice to all managers – After each game this season could you text or e-mail your result to Anthony Horgan on 086-6013685 or Anthony.horgan@asmpt.com so as we can publish scores or match reports of same. The club will be pushing that we get all results into the paper this season.

Bereavements:

The club wish to extend its deepest sympathy to the Crotty and Daly families. Joe brother of Eugene Crotty & Nelie Mother of Billy Daly who past away in the last week. Our thoughts are with you and your families at this time!

ALL Weather Pitch

Training times have almost been finalised for the coming season on the all weather pitch so if your unsure please contact the number below for clarification.

A new telephone number has been setup and it is 083-3835844 – for all enquiries please call this number to reserve a time slot. The pitch is available for birthday parties, group bookings & club bookings prices from €25 per hour.

Celebrating Cork Past Exhibition 2011

3rd Annual

Family Heritage Festival

Celebrating Cork Past Exhibition 2011

City Hall, Cork City, Irleand.

Friday, September 30th 2011.

by

Richard T. Cooke

Chairperson

www.celebratingcorkpast.com

On Tuesday, October 22nd 2009, Cork City Hall buzzed with excitement as it played host to over forty historical societies and groups from all over the City and County who came together for the first time ever in a unique exhibition that celebrated Cork’s rich, colourful Heritage, Tradition and Culture.

This fascinating educational family exhibition showcased the exciting work carried out by these enthusiastic voluntary heritage groups in their communities.

At the day-long exhibition, the atmosphere was electric as a cross section of the finest historians and ‘caretakers’ of Cork’s rich past sang its praises, passionately speaking of its region’s history and memories as only they know how in an entertaining series of interactive talks and friendly chit chat.

“Celebration and Participation” was the theme of this enlightening exhibition which struck a chord with the continuous stream of people who flocked to the City Hall eager to learn more about their rich local history and was of particular interest to schools and budding young historians.

We all live in areas where the past is all around. This history makes us who we are. Celebrating Cork Past Exhibition is about bringing historical groups together so that they meet each other, chat and share ideas in order that historical societies can plan for the future. The aim is also to present their rich histories to the Cork public.

Due to the tremendous positive success of the inaugural Celebrating Cork Past Exhibition, it has become an annual event wholeheartedly supported by Cork City Council and admission is free.

A Heritage Festival that’s on the pulse of the past with a view to the future, the warm friendly welcome you’ll enjoy at the Celebrating Cork Past Exhibition is sure to put a smile on your face, making it a must see for all the family and for all those who want to learn more about Cork’s rich, colourful Heritage, Tradition and Culture in an fun, homely atmosphere.

You’ll be glad you visited Celebrating Cork Past Exhibition.

The
Family Heritage Festival
will be Launch by
Lord Mayor of Cork Cllr,Terry Shannon and County Mayor, Cllr,Tim Lombard

Any parish/community interested in establishing a Historical Society can contact:

Richard T. Cooke, Chairperson, Celebrating Cork Past Exhibition at richardtcooke@yahoo.com

Mary O’Leary, Secretary, maryhollyoleary@gmail.com

Catryn Power, Consultant, catrynpower@hotmail.com.

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At our recent meeting the Chairman James Tobin welcomed members back after the summer break and looked forward to a busy Autumn Schedule. At the outset we remembered Billy O’ Keeffe a great friend and supporter of the K.G.K. Hall whose untimely death has left a deep void in us all. Billy was the true Community person, quietly helping, encouraging and supporting behind the scenes. His care of our young people and not so young will be hugely missed. Billy had time for everyone, always busy yet always ready for a chat and a few supportive comments. Billy was a true gentleman and we extend our sincere sympathy to his wife Ann, son Kieran, daughter in law Rose grandchildren Rebecca, Colum and Clodagh.

The Vintage run in aid of Cystic Fibrosis was a great success and we would like to thank all who supported this venture. We wish to sincerely acknowledge the help and support of the Gardai in this venture.  We thank Superintendent Tom O’ Grady, Sergeant Noel Wade, Gerry Moloney And Tom Fahey. We would also like to thank Meadow Fresh Foods for their very kind sponsorship toward the food end of the Vintage Run.

The day’s proceedings were completed with the unveiling of a plaque commemorating the win of the pride of Place competition in our category last year.  The plaque is an outstanding piece of work; it was donated by Aidan Walsh and fitted into a magnificent piece of bog oak donated by Tom Joe Murphy. We are very grateful to both Aidan and Tom Joe for their generosity. Also a special word of thanks to Kevin Crawford who erected both pieces.

Proceeds of the day will be presented to representatives of the CF association on Wednesday September 14th @ 9.30. All are welcome. Join us for a cup of tea and chat.

A DVD of the vintage run is available.  It costs 15 euro and is available from Joe Hughes. All photos of the day are also available and can be viewed on http://www.flickr.com/photos/27976537@N05/ you can contact Joe on 087 7994442 for more information.
Presently we are busy helping out with a Fund raising fashion Show in aid of the Hall. This will be held on Tuesday October 4th in the Walter Raleigh hotel Youghal.  We thank two loyal supporters of the Hall, Tess and Theresa O’Brien for donating the proceeds of the Fashion Show to the Hall.  Tess and Theresa are the proprietors of the very popular ladies wear shop in Youghal Touch of Class. So for all those ladies with an eye for the coming season’s fashion this Show is a must. Tickets are 15 euro and are available from committee members and also from Touch of Class Youghal.
There is also a very generous prize on the door ticket. The winner will receive a voucher worth 100 euro for Touch of Class.  Be sure to put Tuesday October 4th in your Diaries.

It is hoped to start up a Heritage Club in the parish. This will be of interest to all those who want to find out about the history of our area or maybe share their knowledge. Anyone interested is invited to come along to a meeting on Thursday September 8th next at 8.30pm in the Hall.

The next committee meeting will be Wednesday 14th at 8.30pm.