VETERAN PHOTOGRAPHER BOB ROCK and his family were delighted to present the cheque of 3,000 euros to Trocaire’s Famine Appeal last Thursday (3rd November 2011) at the offices of the Youghal Credit Union. This followed the recent  success of his photographic exhibition called ‘The Beauty of Youghal’. Bob was moved to organise the exhibition after seeing news footage of the starving families in Africa. “It is so tragic to see children and parents suffering like that,I felt compelled to do something to help those unfortunate people.”

At the presentation ceremony Bob thanked everyone in helping to raise such a sizeable sum of money for this worthy charity. He paid particular thanks to Barry Treacy and the staff of the Youghal Credit Union who have the important job of collecting the money. Janet Twomey, Munster Regional Development Officer for Trocaire said she was delighted to accept this magnificent donation towards Trocaire’s East Africa Famine Relief and said that Bob also raised awareness of the starving people who need our help so much.

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Such was the popularity of “The Beauty of Youghal” photographic exhibition in aid of Trocaire’s Famine Appeal at Youghal Credit Union that many of the high quality images hed to be reordered to satisify the demand for the beautiful landscape photographs of Youghal. Twenty of the exhibits sold out within two hours of the official opening!

Bob spent 50 years involved in photography, for 35 of which he recorded for posterity the happiest events in the lives of his community, including almost 2,000 weddings and “often for two generations of a family.”

Bob has exhibited in Dublin, London and Madrid, won silver and bronze medals from the “Photographic Society of Ireland,” was a finalist in the “Kodak Bride of the Year” and has six of his images in the “Best of Irish Professional Photography” archive. He retired from professional photography a decade ago, since when he has been documenting the Irish landscape. “I needed a break from faces” he jokes. Ironically the gaunt, suffering faces from distant Africa now prompt him to publicise his talents again.

Bob Rock’s work can also be viewed on www.bobrock.zenfolio.com

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“The Beauty of Youghal” photographic exhibition in aid of Trocaire’s Famine Appeal at Youghal Credit Union by veteran local photographer Bob Rock is drawing to a close this week. The exhibition was a fantastic success and the Rock family are very pleased with the money raised so far for the famine appeal in East Africa. The remaining unsold prints are now reduced in price from 50 to 25 euro. They would make a lovely Christmas present and also help the charity, so why not drop in to your local Youghal Credit Union and place your order.

Most of these images have never been printed before “and as I’m now 76 years old, probably won’t be printed again!,” smiles Bob. “So it’s an opportunity to own something unique.”

The images are mounted to 18”x 24” ready for framing and are printed on acid free paper using Canon’s Chromalife 100 Inks, meaning they can survive for 100 years behind glass. “They are easily removed from the mount for posting abroad, ” adds Bob.

Bob was moved to organise the exhibition by news footage of the starving families in Africa. “It is so tragic to see children and parents suffering like that,” he reflects. “I felt compelled to do something to help those unfortunate people.”

To visit Bob Rock’s photographic website click here

Following the official opening of “The Beauty of Youghal”photographic exhibition in aid of Trocaire’s Famine Appeal at Youghal Credit Union almost twenty exhibits sold within two hours resulting in disappointment for people who wanted the same prints later. Bob Rock has agreed to reprint any such items as required. So if you were disappointed drop in and place your order.

Bob would like to take this opportunity to thank all of those who contributed to getting the project up and running,John Colbert, Chairman,Youghal Credit Union,Barry Treacy,Manager,All the staff who have the important job of collecting the money, Sandra Mc Lellan,TD, thanks for the memories, Sandra, Councillor Michelle Henessy, thanks for coming Michelle, Janet Twomey, Regional Development Officer,Trocaire,Tony Troy who helped hang the prints,the’re still hanging Tony, Anthony Cooper for making the collection box, if we fill that Tony we’ll have solved the hunger crisis.Finally, thanks to everybody who showed up for the launch,those who bought a print or made a donation and if you have not yet, do drop in even if you are not a customer, they will be glad to see you.

Click on image to enlarge – Pics; Youghalonline.com – Landscape pics by Bob Rock | email: news@youghalonline.com

Veteran Photographer Focuses On Youghal To Aid African Famine Victims.
By Christy Parker

A SERIES OF STUNNING LANDSCAPES form a photographic exhibition in aid of Trocaire’s East Africa Famine Relief opening in Youghal Credit Union from Friday next (Sept 16th). ‘A Human Life’ features approximately 60 pictures by local, veteran photographer Bob Rock, who says they “depict the beauty of Youghal as never seen before.”

Several of the photos were taken either at dawn or at dusk and create portrayals of the town’s harbour, beaches and hillsides that blend nature and soul to leave an indelible impression on the viewer’s consciousness. “They are absolutely amazing. I’ve lived here all my life and have never seen photos to represent the town so magnificently,” says Youghal Credit Union manager Barry Treacy.

Most of these images have never been printed before “and as I’m now 76 years old, probably won’t be printed again!,” smiles Bob. “So it’s an opportunity to own something unique.” As an extra incentive, the photographs will retail at about half the normal price.

The images are mounted to 18”x 24” ready for framing and are printed on acid free paper using Canon’s Chromalife 100 Inks, meaning they can survive for 100 years behind glass. “They are easily removed from the mount for posting abroad, ” adds Bob.

Bob was moved to organise the exhibition by news footage of the starving families in Africa. “It is so tragic to see children and parents suffering like that,” he reflects. “I felt compelled to do something to help those unfortunate people.”

Jovial and sincere, Bob spent 50 years involved in photography, for 35 of which he recorded for posterity the happiest events in the lives of his community, including almost 2,000 weddings and “often for two generations of a family.”

Bob has exhibited in Dublin, London and Madrid, won silver and bronze medals from the “Photographic Society of Ireland,” was a finalist in the “Kodak Bride of the Year” and has six of his images in the “Best of Irish Professional Photography” archive. He retired from professional photography a decade ago, since when he has been documenting the Irish landscape. “I needed a break from faces” he jokes. Ironically the gaunt, suffering faces from distant Africa now prompt him to publicise his talents again.

A Human Face ruins from Friday September 16th for four weeks. Bob Rock’s work can also be viewed on www.bobrock.zenfolio.com.

Youghal Credit Union Car Draw Winner February 2011  Patricia Flanagan

Pictured below Barry Treacy Manager presenting Patricia Flanagan with the keys to her new KIA, also featured Patricia’s husband Jimmy Flanagan and Pat Ryan, Youghal Kia

4 x €500 Winners

Elaine O’ Dwyer

Barry O’Neill

Elizabeth Griffin
David Colbert

The next car draw will take in July 2011 -
only €6.00 per draw.

Youghal Credit Union Winter Car Draw 2011 – Winner Patricia Flanagan

Youghal Credit Union Winter car draw took place last  Saturday (19th Feb. 2011) at 11.00 a.m.  The lucky winner is Patricia Flanagan from Crestfield, Youghal. Particia is now 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 just €6.00. Photo: Michael Hussey YoughalOnline.com  Email: news@youghalonline.com

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.

€500 Winners

Elaine O’ Dwyer

Barry O’ Neill

Elizabeth Griffin

David Colbert

Youghal Credit Union Winter Car Draw this Saturday Feb. 19th 2011

Youghal Credit Union winter car draw and four separate draws for €500 will take place this Saturday Feb.19th 2011 at 11.00 a.m. in the main office of Youghal Credit Union. The lucky winner will be the proud owner of  the new car.

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.

Youghal Credit Union Ltd.

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.

Contact Details

email: info@youghalcu.ie

Youghal Credit Union Ltd
Grattan Street
Youghal
Co Cork

Tel : 024-92325
Fax: 024-91080

THE TREACY FAMILY celebrated 110 years in business last Saturday 12th Feb 2011. Family, friends and customers had a great night dancing and partying to the music of Celtic Invasion. Congratulations to the all the Treacy family. Have You found The Nook! Click here to visit Find The Nook website www.findthenook.ie

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Michael Treacy, proprietor, talks to Christy Parker about the 110th anniversary of the Nook bar in Youghal. The bar will hold a special night celebrating the 110th anniversary this Saturday the 12th of February.

Click below to listen to the interview on CRY Youghal Local Radio – Audio courtesy of CRY

THE TREACY FAMILY are celebrated 110 years in business this Saturday 12th Feb 2011. Family, friends and customers are looking forward to the big birthday party with music by Celtic Invasion. The best of wines, beers and spirits, food and sports are assured. Congratulations to the all the Treacy family. Have You found The Nook!

This pub in Youghal has been in the same family since 1901, when it was bought by Michael Treacy, a local farmer. Previously, the pub had been in the ownership of the O’Mahony family, but it is not known how long it had been in operation. The pub is in the oldest part of Youghal, with Walter Raleigh’s house, which dates from the Elizabethan plantations of the 1560’s, to the rear of it, and thus this pub may have been in operation for several centuries.

When it was bought in 1901, it was a one-roomed bar-cum-grocery, but the Treacy’s extended it by buying four adjoining cottages and converting the former homes into drinking quarters.

In the 1940’s, Michael’s son Joe Treacy became licensee. As the business expanded, the farm was sold. Joe and his wife Maureen continued with the grocery and expanded the bar to include a singing lounge and dance floor. The singing and dancing continues today. The grocery is gone, and is now an off-licence with an eclectic range of beers and spirits and wines. It also has its own deli counter supplying homemade food to go, or to eat in the bar.

Joe’s son Michael Treacy is the current licensee and he is extremely proud of the pub and the central role it plays in the social life of Youghal. Treacy’s is involved in sponsoring lots of local clubs.

As the bar has extended, the décor has been kept in harmony with the pitch-pine of the original premises. Throughout the bar, the walls are covered with photographs of Youghal in times gone by. When the Treacy’s were celebrating their centenary as licensed traders in 2001, all drinks were sold at a penny a pint or a glass.

Over the years, drinking habits have changed, says Michael, with very few customers now asking for the traditional order of “a large whiskey and a pint”. He says:

”As well as drinking less whiskey, people now drink later in the evening. There was a time when I used to have a customer who would come in when we opened in the morning and he would order six whiskeys with a raw egg placed in each of them!”