Bailieborough News. March 3rd 2025. Matthew J. Cullen
Women’s World Day of Prayer: An Ecumenical Prayer Service will take place in St. Annes Church on this Friday, March 7th at 8.00pm. All welcome and refreshments served afterwards.
RSA ‘Check it Fits’ Service: The RSA ‘Check it Fits’ service will be at Tesco carpark in Bailieborough on Wednesday, March 5th from 10.00am to 5.30pm. A free expert service, which aims to put parents and guardians minds at ease, that their child’s car seat is safely and securely fitted in their car. No booking neccessary.
Bailieborough Shamrocks History Book: Bailieborough Shamrocks are currently engaged in writing a book to chronicle the history of the Club, with particular emphasis on notable events and achievements, over the years. We are looking for photographs or any memorabilia which families may be willing to share. If you would be prepared to allow us to utilise any such material, we invite you to bring it into the Club House at St. Annes Park on Friday, March 7th between 6.00pm and 8.00pm, where we will record it. Or, you are welcome to just drop in for a chat and tell us about any events or people in the Club which might be of interest.
Bailieborough Mid Summer and Town Events: Bailieborough St Patrick’s Day Parade is back. We will need more people to help out stewarding at the Parade! If anyone can spare a couple of hours to help out, please contact any member of the committee.
All floats welcome. Vintage cars, bikes and tractors. Comedy floats, Sports clubs and all Business floats, welcome.
Entry of floats is FREE of charge.
Great chance to promote your business club etc.
P R I Z E S
Best Comedy Float. €1,000.
€100 euro for every juvenile club that enters the Parade.
Best Commercial Float gets a trophy.
Best Window trophy.
The Parade takes place on Monday, March 17th, commencing at 2.30pm.
‘Realta agus Gaolta’: Kevin and Klara Carolan have been selected again as a ‘Wild Card’ to perform for Irelands most talented family on ‘Realta agus Gaolta’, that’s aired on Sunday nights on TG4. Details to follow..
Regretted Death: Bridget (Biddy) Fitzgerald (nee Reilly), Rosehill, Mullagh and formerly of Lisgar, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, passed away on Monday, 24th February 2025, peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Lisdarn Unit, Cavan. Bridget was predeceased by her husband Norman, brothers Sam and Peter and sisters Mary and Kate.
Deeply regretted by her loving family, daughter Ashling, sons Noel (Tracey), Clifford (Emma), Richard (Tara), James (Michelle), Raphael (Elaine), Martin, Declan (Catriona) and Jason (Anita), sister Sadie, brothers Patsy and Robert, daughters-in-law, her partner Ralph Foster, 17 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, her lifelong friend Nellie Brady, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Bridget’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Killian’s Church, Mullagh on Thursday, February 27th and afterwards Bridget’s remains were laid to rest in Mullagh Church Of Ireland graveyard (Teampall Cheallaigh).
Killann Choral Society Choir: Practise for the Choir takes place in St. Annes Chapel, at 7.30pm on Monday evenings. New members are very welcome to join.
Bailieborough Heritage Society: Peter McConnell Newsletters: We at Bailieborough Heritage wish to thank all those that responded previously to our search for Peter’s newsletters. We still have gaps to fill as follows: Issue number 8, 16 to 32 inclusively, 76 and anything after number 91. Please contact us at 087, 2244159 or 086, 8164399, where we will copy and return originals.
Classical Music Club: Is Classical Music your favourite musical genrefor a little peace and reflection? Would you like to meet likeminded people in classical surroundings to listen and explore the genius, charm and glory of Bach, Verdi, Mozart and others? A new Classical Music Club is planned for Bailieborough. Contact Patrick on 042 9694 706 for further information.
New Al-Anon Meeting in Bailieborough: Meetings take place every Thursday evening at 7.30pm, in the Beckscourt Community Centre, (A82 D928). For details, please contact: 087 132 1462. All welcome. AL-ANON is a mutual support programme for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.
Knockbride Bazaar: Knockbride Bazaar takes place in Tunnyduff Hall on this Friday 7th March at 8 p.m. Great selection of prizes. Everyone welcome.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting is on Tuesday 11th March, 2025 in The Courthouse, Lr. Main St, from 2-4pm. Everyone very welcome. Active Age is open to all Men and Women.
Bridge: Our Bridge Club observed a minute’s silence as a mark of respect for the late Gemma McCabe, who was a valued member of our club.
Results for Tuesday, February 18th : Brennan Cup Competition are:
1st: Tom Moran and John McGahan.
2nd:Geraldine Columb and Michael McNicholas.
3rd: Betty McCaffrey and Seán Kelleher.
Best Gross: Tom Moran and John McGahan.
Bridge every Tuesday night in the Bailie Hotel at 7 p.m. New members always welcome.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: 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.
Bailieborough Library: Feeling Creative? Join us in Bailieborough Library on Saturday next, March 8th between 11.00am and 12.30pm for children 8+ to create a ‘Celtic Style’ memory wire bracelet for St. Patrick’s Day. Call the Library on 042 96 65 779 to book your place.
The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.
Tunnyduff N.S. : Tunnyduff NS have been selected to take part in the Tesco Blue Token Campaign, which commenced last week – Monday 26th February for 12 weeks. We ask you to please make sure to get your blue tokens at the checkout each time you shop and pop them into the box. More tokens = more resources for our school! Thanks in advance for supporting.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of James (Jim) Reilly, Finternagh, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.
James (Jim) Reilly, Manchester and formerly of Finternagh, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away on Saturday, 14th December 2024 peacefully at the Royal Hospital, Manchester. Jim was predeceased by his loving wife Jessie, his parents James and Annie, his sisters Peggy and Rose and brothers Chaddie and Peter.
Sadly missed by his sister Agnes, brothers Tom and Owen, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Mass was held in St. Ultan’s Church, Killinkere on Tuesday, 4th March 2025 followed by burial of his ashes in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough.
Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling takes place in the Community Centre, Bailieborough on Wednesdays at 8.00pm until mid-April. New members always welcome.
Leannes Line Dancing:“Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm All welcome.
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.
East Cavan Gaels:
Club contacts;
Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.
New Yoga Classes: New 5wk Yoga classes beginning next week at Rowan Wellness and Gardens, Maudabawn, A81ER82.
Some spaces available in early Monday morning classes- 6.30am to 7.30am and Thursday evening classes- 7.00pm- 8.30pm. A super enjoyable and holistic way to get strong, flexible, fit and stay calm, relaxed and energised.
Classes include Yoga movement, stretches, breathwork, meditation and deep quiet relaxation.
Contact Mary on WhatsApp at 087 2330836 for bookings and further details.