Bailieborough News. August 19th 2024. Matthew J. Cullen.
Clerical Changes: Bishop Martin Hayes announced the new clergy appointments last week and these have implications for our Parish. Fr. Ultan McGoohan in addition to remaining Parish Priest of Killann, has also been appointed as Administrator of the Parish of Kilmainhamwood– Moybologue. Fr. Thomas Small has been appointed as a curate in Kilmainhamwood/ Moybologue and will also assist in the wider pastoral area of Killann and Knockbride, as the need arises.
Fr. Antony Kidarathil, our curate based in Shercock, will be returning home to India in the Spring and will not be replaced in the short term, at least. This will mean that from 2025, Fr. Ultan will be the only priest in Killann Parish, while having additional responsibilities in Kilmainhamwood/Moybologue. In the space of 20 years, we have gone from three priests in the Parish, to two and now shortly to one!
The challenge is to make this new reality work and to make it manageable. It has implications for the Mass schedule but also for all areas of Parish Pastoral work. Fr. Ultan proposes to discuss these matters with the Pastoral Council in September and working together, hopefully they can plan a way forward.
Bailieborough Rhythmic Dance Twirlers:
Rhythmic Dance Twirlers are currently looking for New members to join us.
Classes are held every Tuesday in the Bailieborough Courthouse from 5-7pm
and also every Friday, from 5-7pm in the Kingscourt Community Centre.
Boys and girls from age 4 are welcome.
Unveiling of Sculpture: Come and see the unveiling of a sculpture of local legend, ‘A portrait of Bobby Coote’ by Marie Smith Sculpture, Saturday 31st August in the Library from 3-5pm! Everyone is welcome!
Bailieborough Heritage Society: Heritage Week –
Bailieborough Heritage presents: ‘Famine Echoes of Bailieborough’ on
Saturday 24th August, from 3pm–4 pm.
A Promenade Theatre Event Starting at Town Lake Carpark, Bailieborough.
Refreshments afterwards.
Supported by Cavan Arts and Cavan Heritage offices. All welcome.
Regretted Death:The death has occurred of Rose Mary Aherne (née Gillick), Leiter, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.
Rose Mary Aherne (née Gillick), Leiter, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, passed away on Saturday,17th August 2024, peacefully, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Rose Mary was predeceased by her husband Michael John.
Deeply regretted by her son Jimmy, brother Eugene, nephews, nieces, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends. May She Rest In Peace
Rose Mary’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Monday 19th August and afterwards, Rose Mary’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery.
New Eucharistic Minister: James Harrington who has been a diligent and dedicated Altar Server in St. Annes, will be instituted as a Eucharistic Minister at Mass on Friday evening next, August 23rd at 7.00pm, in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough. We wish him well as he undertakes this new Ministry in the Parish.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd, recently received a presentation of €2025 from Seamus O’ Leary, proceeds of a recent fundraising cycle he undertook. Seamus cycled 3500km in 14 days. Enjoy a well deserved rest Seamus and sincere thanks for your support.
The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help Cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.
Relaghbeg Fundraising Committee: ‘Family Fun Day’ at Smyths Bar, Relaghbeg on Sunday, August 25th from 2pm until 5pm. Family Fun to include Relaghbeg’s take on Fittest Family, Bouncy Castles, D.J., Outdoor games, Face Painting and refreshments. Free event with donations welcome—proceeds in aid of local DEFIB and Services. a The event takes place in the field beside, Smyths Bar, Relaghbeg. Everyone welcome.
Heritage Week Event: BirdWatch Ireland in association with Cavan Heritage office have organised a talk on Swifts by Annie Birtwistle on Friday, 23rd August at the Business Centre, Shercock Rd, Bailieborough at 7.30pm (A82 HH58). Learn some amazing facts about the life cycle of this migratory bird, that returns to our towns and villages each summer to breed. Annie will also discuss the findings of the County Cavan Swift Survey that has taken place this summer throughout the county and tell us how we can help this bird that is now red listed and of high conservation concern. All welcome to this free event. (Survey funded through Cavan County Council Local Biodiversity Action Plan funding ).
Flexercise Classes: (Covers Yoga, Meditation, Pilates, Breathing, Mobility and ROM.). Taking place in Bailieborough Shamrocks Club rooms, every Saturday morning at 10.00am and Monday evenings at 7.30pm. €10 PAYG. All you need is a YOGA MAT. Suitable for all ages, men and women, everyone welcome. Contact Emma on ‘what’s app’ 086 1623501.
Blessing of the Graves: The Blessing of the Graves will take place on the following date: St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 1st at 12 noon.
Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, August 21st: Deerpark Forest, Virginia. Easy walk, 1—1.5hours. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.50pm. Walk commencing at Virginia Rugby Club entrance to Deerpark Forest at 7.15pm.
Wednesday, August 28th : Cross, Virginia Road: Moderate walk, 1—1.5 hours. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.50pm. Meeting at St. Mary’s Church, Cross. Walk commences at 7.15pm. All welcome.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C. Soccer Academy for Girls: Training sessions will continue throughout the Summer, on Friday evenings from 5.45 to 6.45pm. All girls welcome.
Bailieborough Library: All new Lego table at Bailieborough Library, just ask behind the desk for some bricks!
Summer Stars Storytime every Wednesday this August from 2:30-3pm, all ages welcome!
Craft Group meets every Friday at 10.30am and new members are always welcome.
Line Dancing: Line Dancing will resume on Tuesday, August 27th at 8.15pm in the Couthouse, Lr. Main St. New members are always welcome.
All Stars Programme: This year’s Cavan GAA All Stars program starts in Bailieborough on Friday next, August 23rd at 5pm.
Please register if interested and share with others who may be also interested in the All Stars program.
Fun activities for children with additional needs.
If you would like volunteer to help or have someone that would like to participate please contact Mark Gilsenan on 087 4158919 for details.
Bailieborough Chess Club: Bailieborough Chess Club is returning to Bailieborough Library from Wednesday, August 28th ! Contact Daniel at 0879271883 to sign up your kids!
Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the last Wednesday of each month from 2.15pm-4.30pm. .No appointment is necessary.
Bailieborough Men’s Shed: Bailieborough ‘Men’s Shed’ is open every Tuesday morning from 10.00am to 1.00pm in the Bexcourt Centre, Shercock Road. New members are always most welcome.
St. Vincent De Paul: To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.
Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are longer again, there will be running and walking for all levels, beginners and advanced. Fun and free, social gathering in the Chapel car park, Lake Shore, Bailieborough at 8pm. All old and new people welcome. Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.
East Cavan Gaels:
Club contacts;
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18/; Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.