Opening of New Lakeland Dairies Facility:

Over 80 new jobs are to be created locally with the opening of a new €36m milk drying facility in Bailieborough for Lakeland Dairies.

The farmer-owned co-operative currently employs more than 800 people. The new jobs are expected to come on stream by 2019.

Lakeland Dairies processes milk supplied by 2,400 farmers from both sides of the border with over 1.2 billion litres of farm produced milk annually. The company produces milk powder and butter, exporting products and ingredients to more than 80 countries worldwide.

This is the company’s third milk drying plant at its Bailieborough process centre. The new facility was blessed on Wednesday morning by Fr. Michael Router P.P., the Reverend Ian Horner and Reverend Daryl Edwards and it was officially opened on Thursday last by Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed and is understood to be one of the largest facilities of its kind in Europe. During the building process over 180 construction workers were employed.

Blessing of the Graves:

Thank you to all who attended the Blessing of the Graves in St. Anne’s Cemetery on Sunday, September 3^rd. As usual there was a very large crowd present. Thank you to the Church stewards, who managed the parking and traffic very well and to the Pastoral Council who organised the Ceremony and who took up the collection—which this year, thanks to your generous contributions amounted to €4,418.88. Thank you also to the members of the Community Employment Scheme who had the cemetery looking so well, to the readers Geraldine Reilly, Brigid Donohoe and Julie Carolan, the local Legion of Mary who led the Rosary, to Tommy McCluskey who played a beautiful instrumental piece during the Service and to Fr. Joseph Fidelis Bature for his assistance.

Moybologue Historical Society: Old Photograph Request:

The society would be very grateful to hear from anyone who has old photographs at or inside Moybologue old graveyard, or at the Moat, particularly before the last restoration works in 1988-89. Please contact the society at moybologuehs@gmail.com, or via Facebook.

Bailieborough Church of Ireland Harvest Service:

The Harvest Service in Bailieborough Parish Church takes place this Sunday, 17^th September at 7:30pm.  The speaker will be Dean Nigel Crossey and the service will be followed by refreshments in the hall.  All are invited and all are welcome – we’d love to see you there!

Bailieborough ‘Stop Waste Food’ Challenge:

Stop Food Waste are challenging Irish households to reduce their food waste. Taking this challenge will start you on the road to less food waste and could save you as much as €60 each month. Interested? Bailieborough Stop Food Waste Challenge will take place at the Library on Thursdays, September 14th, 21^st and 28th. This is a FREE event and all members of the community are welcome to attend. Register your interest by emailing info@cavancoco.ie

FRUIT BAGS FOR OXFAM is a locally organised event that will take place on Thursday, September 28^th outside Tesco in Bailieboro.

Small bags of locally picked Damson fruit will be sold. We would like to raise awareness and funds for the Developing World Charity, Oxfam.

More info  https://www.oxfamireland.org/bailieboro-fruit-bags-oxfam

FIRST COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION PARENTS MEETING:

A meeting of all the parents of children in the parish receiving the sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation in the parish in 2018 will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Thursday next, September 14^th, at 7.30pm.

Bailieborough Men’s Shed:

Located at the Beckscourt Centre, the Men’s Shed is an excellent outlet for men to get together, enjoy their time, have a chat and learn new skills. All are welcome. Anyone interested or needing further details, please call into the Centre or call: 042 9694825.

Motor Neurone Fund Raiser:

In Cross Hall there will be a Fund Raiser on Thursday 14^th of September. The Mill Race Drama Group will present their Hilarious Comedy “I’m the One for You “. This comedy is about the struggle to find love in rural Ireland. It is written by Jimmy Keary and directed by John Sheridan one of the founding members of the Mill Race Drama Group. The Proceeds of the night will go towards a local Motor Neurone fund. The play will start a 9pm and admission is €10. All welcome.

The ‘Open Door’ Sessions:

Bailieborough’s Monthly Arts and Music Gathering presents Sarah Something, Mairead Donnellan and Daragh Slacke. Commencing at 9pm on Friday next, 15^th September in Nixys, The Square Bar, The Square, Bailieborough. All welcome.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extend to mother, Katie, sisters Pauline, Bridget, Cathy, Janet and Delores, brothers Frank and Bernard, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends on the death of Bernadette Cahill, Tullyattin, Newcastle, Moynalty Co Meath who died on Friday,1^st  September 2017, peacefully at Cavan General Hospital. Bernadette’s Funeral Mass took place in St Mary’s Church, Newcastle on Monday, September 4^th with burial afterwards in Moynalty Cemetery.

Classes at the B.D.A. Centre: Computers for Beginners – Tuesday Evenings, 5 weeks for 2 Hours, Print Bank Statements, Book Holidays, Set up Email, On Line Motor Tax and much more.

 Computers for Improvers – Getting your photos from your phone to print, send attachments with email, an introduction to word, excel, social media and much more.

Graphic Design – Create and print posters and advertisements for your small business or club.

Web Design – Create and manage Web sites for your small business or club, computer competency necessary.

 Microsoft Word – Letters, Mail Merges, Setting up and printing documents, booklets, leaflets.

 Microsoft Excel – Keeping records for your small business or club.

 All classes are free – Call 042-969-4716 or 086-794-9739 to Reserve your place.

KEEP THE DATE:

A special Concert featuring ‘The Hardtimes Chorus’ entitled ‘Thank You for the Music’ to mark the renovation of St. Anne’s Church and to raise funds for the work, will take place in the Church on Friday, 10^th November at 8.00pm. Tickets for the event costing €15 will be on sale soon in local shops and in the church after weekend masses.

Speech and Drama continues this year, the classes in the Community Hall in Bailieborough are full, but there are still spaces in the Community Hall in Tunnyduff. Any enquiries please contact Kate Kelly on 0863148407.

Bailieborough Community Indoor Bowls:

Bailieborough Community Indoor Bowls take place every Tuesday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd are preparing for their forthcoming Annual Variety Concert in November and would love to hear from local talent who would be interested in taking part. Contact any committee member or leave your details in to Fox’s Bar and Lounge before September 30^th.

Children’s Art Classes:

‘Artful Badger’ presents a new term of Kids Art Classes in the Wesleyan Chapel, Shercock Road, Bailieborough and in Kingscourt commencing on Saturday, September 16^th. These classes are facilitated by two trained artists and further information can be had by calling 087 636 5342 for more details.

Irish Dance Classes:

Irish Dance Classes with World Champion Dancers, Aishling and Emma Fox takes place in Tierworker Hall on Wednesday and Friday evenings. All levels welcome. For more information, please contact: 087 205 9128 or 087 969 9235.

Pilates in Trinity Hall:

Pilates in Trinity Hall on Tuesday, September 19^th.  Beginners at 6.15pm and mixed ability at 7.30pm. 6 week course. Suitable for all fitness levels. Booking essential. Call Anne 087 2601454 for further details.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to Frances Smith and Josie Farrelly and their families, Crossmakeelan on the recent death of their sister, Kathleen Dale (nee Nulty) who died in Manchester.

SOSAD Outreach, Bailieborough:

SOSAD Cavan are happy to announce due to so many requests over the years, they are opening up for 2 afternoons (Tuesdays and Thursdays) in the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough. Please contact 083 040 4833 for further information. Appointment only.

The run continues! :

 Once again the Senior ‘A’ team had a fine away win on Sunday last, when they defeated Navan side Parkvilla by 2—1 thus keeping their unbeaten start to the season intact.

The 2017/2018 C.M.U.L. season gets underway this coming weekend with the underage teams down for the following fixtures;
SATURDAY 15th
Under 12’s HOME V Cavan Shamrocks B at 10.00am,
Under 14’s HOME V Ballyjamesduff at 12 noon,
Under 16’s HOME V Cootehill Harps at 2.00pm.
SUNDAY 16th
Under 13’s HOME V Cavan Shamrocks B at 10.00am.
Best of luck to all teams for the coming season and enjoy.

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 9/09/17.  Numbers Drawn; 2, 15, 17, 18.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Julia Giles, Barrack St; Brian Moore. Bracklin; Killian and Aidan Byrne, Highfield; McMahon family, Cormeen. Jackpot next week, €1,400.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for October and November 2017:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–October 14^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), October 22^nd (Sunday, 12.0pm), November 11^th (Saturday 1.30pm) and November 26^th (Sunday 12.30pm).

Bailieborough Poetry Festival:

Coming soon is the annual Bailieborough Poetry Festival from October 5th-7th so keep that weekend free.

Now in its 5th year the poetry festival will be host to artist Michelle Boyle, Noel Monahan, Patrick Chapman, Gerard Smyth, Liam McCabe, Linda Opyr and Emily Wills.

Bailieborough Poetry Festival Programme of events (watch for regular updates).

THURSDAY 5th October-Bailieborough Library 7pm.

Official opening of Poetry Festival AND visual art exhibition by Michelle Boyle in the Library Arts space.
This event will include a selected reading by members of the LitLab collaborating with the artist and her work.

FRIDAY 6th October- Murtagh’s Lounge- 7.30pm.

Noel Monahan, the Cavan and internationally renowned poet, has edited the third anthology of poems by LitLab, entitled ‘Frank Miller Stole My Girl’. He will officially launch the collection, which will be followed by a LitLab reading from the anthology.

Noel Monahan will then read a selection of his own work.

An open mic will follow and then finishing the night will be Liam McCabe, musician with his recent collection of spoken word songs.

SATURDAY 7th October- Bailieborough Library

Bailieborough Library
10am-1pm. Poetry workshop by American poet Linda Opyr.

Bailie Hotel
10am-1pm. Poetry workshop by UK poet Emily Wills.

Bailieborough Library
2.30pm. Bailieborough Poetry Prize presentation by poet Patrick Chapman, followed with readings by winning poets.
3.30-4pm. Tea break
4pm. Reading by Patrick Chapman.
4.30-5pm. Open mic

Murtagh’s lounge
7.30pm readings by travelling guest poets, Linda Opyr and Emily Wills.
8.30pm reading by renowned Irish poet, Gerard Smyth
Music to finish.

Bailieborough Poetry Festival……………..WHERE WORDS MATTER.

Bailieborough Library: Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.

Ipads with Social Media for Beginners –   Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm. This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs.  (IPADS are provided). Contact:042 9665779 or

email: fburke@cavancoco.ie

Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.

The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.

Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

National Cultural Night:

As part of National Culture Night, a lecture on the history of Freemasonry in Co. Meath and Oldcastle will be held in Oldcastle
Masonic hall, preceded by a tour of the Lodge room. After the lecture
there will be a Q & A session with Provincial Grand Archivist Mr.
Eugene Markey and refreshments will be served. 6.30pm-10pm. All 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: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.

CITIZENS INFORMATION: Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service.  Any enquiries 076 1075200.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.

New Pedestrian Crossings:

Works are well underway for the new pedestrian crossings on the Virginia Road and the Cavan Road in which will provide safe access to the local national schools and secondary school. These works are funded through Clár Funding. Works on the Cavan Road will be completed within two weeks and the lighting on the pedestrian crossing on the Virginia road will be installed as soon as possible.

Bailieborough Poetry Festival:

Bailieborough Poetry Festival details are online now.
A great line-up of poets from Ireland, the UK and the USA, including Noel Monahan, Patrick Chapman and Gerard Smyth, American poet Linda Opyr and Emily Wills from the UK.
The festival takes place from Thursday, 5^th to Saturday 7^th October 2017.
Full details here: http://www.bailieboroughpoetry.com/poetry-festival/
Details of the poetry competition are also online. Judge this year is Patrick Chapman and the closing date is Friday next, 1^st September.
http://www.bailieboroughpoetry.com/2017-poetry-prize/

Blessing of the Graves:

The Annual Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Anne’s Cemetery on Sunday next, September 3^rd at the earlier time of 12 noon (please note change of time). Each family is asked to bring along a small container of water, which will be blessed during the service. This water will be sprinkled by a family member on the grave before the recitation of the Rosary.

All Church stewards are asked to assist with parking and report to the carpark at the Cemetery by 10.45am. Those attending are kindly requested to follow the instructions of the stewards and to co-operate with them at all times.

Members of the Parish Pastoral Council will take up a collection for the upkeep of the Cemetery at various different locations before and after the ceremony.

Beckscourt Centre:

A Gardening Course will commence on Friday, the 8th of September at the Beckscourt Centre. Those interested should give the Centre a call on 0429694825.

New C.D. Release for Local Singer:

Local girl, Coralee Carolan has released her first CD entitled, “You’re looking at Country “. Coralee is the daughter of Kevin and Gail Carolan, Pine Grove. We wish her success in this music career and the cds are available in local shops: Bailieborough –‘ Carry Out’ and ‘Wallers’, Canningstown- Shop, Kingscourt- McCormack’s Petrol Station and
Shercock- Sillan Fries.

New Bench:

All in the community would like to sincerely thank local business men Russell and Leslie Waller for donating a new bench at the Town Lake for the people of Bailieborough to enjoy. After vandals destroyed the old bench Michelle Monaghan-Weir contacted local County Councillor, Sarah O’Reilly to offer assistance from Russell and Leslie. Michelle and David painted the bench a fabulous duck egg green to match in with its beautiful surroundings at the Town Lake. We are very grateful to Leslie and Russell Waller Hardware, Cavan Road, Bailieborough for their very kind gesture and hope that the new bench will enjoy many years of longevity!

Moybologue Historical Society:

On Saturday morning next, September 2^nd from 11am to 12.30pm, Research Archaeologist—Mary B. Timoney, MA, MIAI, will lead a walk through Mybologue Old Cemetery and will provide commentary on some of the interesting grave memorials along the way, followed by a talk in Bailieborough Library from 3.00pm to 4.00pm entitled ‘Graveyards, Memorials and their Decoration: Moybologue and Elsewhere’. Refreshments served and all are most welcome.

Michael Benson Memorial Trophy- Annual 25 Card Game to be held in The Drop Inn, Killann on Saturday next, September 2nd at 9pm. This event is to raise money for much needed defibrillators for the East Knockbride area. Tickets are available at €10 – €500 cash prize on ticket raffle and plenty more spot prizes on the night. Come along for a great night.

FIRST COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION PARENTS MEETING:

A meeting of all the parents of children in the parish receiving the sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation in the parish in 2018 will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Thursday, September 14^th, at 7.30pm.

VINCENT DEPAUL PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK on Saturday, 9^th September.  Bus leaving from the Community Centre at 8.30am.  Booking with €15 bus fare in Vincent’s Shop, Main Street by Saturday, 2^nd September.

Safepass:

Safepass at Bailieborough Business Centre on September 8^th at 8.00am.  Cost €100.00, please call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place.

Adoration:

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will return to St. Anne’s Church today, Wednesday from 10.00am to 6.50pm and on Friday from 6.00pm to 7.50pm. Adoration will take place in the Children’s Room until further notice. Many thanks to the Board, Principal and staff for allowing us to use the Community School Oratory since the end of June.

Pilates:

Pilates resumes in Bailieborough Leisure Centre on Wednesday, 6^th September at 10am and Cormeen Sports Complex on Tuesday, 12^th September at 10am. Classes also available at Cross, Mullagh.

Contact Julie 086 3283943, julie@cavanphysicaltherapy.com or FB  /JulieCarolanCavanPhysicalTherapy

Parish Youth Officers:

A meeting of all Youth Officers and people involved in working with young people in the Parish of Killann takes place in the Bailie Hotel on Wednesday, September 13^th at 7.30pm. It is very important that all Youth Officers attend this meeting.

Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, August 30th – Seeorum, Bailieborough:

(M) Walk 1 Hour 30 min. Departing Bailieborough Library at 6.45pm. Walk commencing at the home of Jennifer and Nigel Williamson, Duneena at 7.00pm. Located on the Bailieborough/ Cootehill (R191), 5km from Bailieborough and 5km from Canningstown.

Wednesday, September 6th – Castle Lake Bailieborough

(M) Walk 1 Hour 30 min. (E) Walk 1 Hour. Walk commences at 7.00pm at Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Rd., Bailieborough. This is the final walk of the season. All welcome.

SOSAD Outreach, Bailieborough:

SOSAD Cavan are happy to announce due to so many requests over the years, they are opening up for 2 afternoons (Tuesdays and Thursdays) in the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough. Please contact 083 040 4833 for further information. Appointment only.

“Spanish Coffee Mornings in Bailieborough”:

“Spanish Coffee Mornings” Only a few places left on Tuesdays and Fridays. Lessons will start on Tuesday 12th of September from 10 to 11am and Friday 15^th, from 10 to 11, both beginners. Price: 5 lessons €50. To enrol please contact Lydia on 0877414735.

Great Start:

The Bailieboro Celtic Senior ‘A’ side had a very convincing 8—3 win over Oldcastle Utd, on Friday evening last, at the Vale Grounds. Tommy Rogers, Jamie Fitzgerald, Conor Noone (4), Aaron Cundelan and Leon Garagan got the all-important goals in a thrilling game. A great early start to the season for this talented group of players.

Bailieborough School of Music:

Bailieborough School of Music are still accepting registration for music lessons for the coming school year, for further information contact, Ann 0877858509.

Lotto results for 26/08/17.  Numbers Drawn; 7, 8, 10, 20.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Sarah O’Reilly, Lisnalea; Aoife Mulligan, Galbolie; Enda Sheridan, Galbolie; Garry Cosgrove, Drumeva. Jackpot next week, €1,200.

Tierworker Active Age:

Tierworker Active Age are going for a three day break, starting on Monday, September 4^th to the Holyrood Hotel, Bundoran. For full details of events and to book, please contact Sheila at 087 248 7579 or Sean at 086 405 4000 for further details.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for September, October and November 2017: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–September 2^nd (Saturday, 1.30pm) and September 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), October 14^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), October 22^nd (Sunday, 12.0pm), November 11^th (Saturday 1.30pm) and November 26^th (Sunday 12.30pm).

Bailieborough Library: Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.

Ipads with Social Media for Beginners –   Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm. This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs.  (IPADS are provided). Contact:042 9665779 or

email: fburke@cavancoco.ie

Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.

The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.

Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board, Adult Education and Training Centre, Ballyjamesduff, Co. Cavan

Part time Adult Education Courses – FREE to Eligible Participants.

OPEN DAY – Wednesday 6^th September – 10.00am to 8pm.

Come along and discover our wide range of courses.

This OPEN Day covers, Ballyjamesduff, Bailieborough, Kingscourt and Cootehill.

Contact Regina Clarke, reginiaclarke@cmetb.ie 049 8553528 for further information.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 28th August 2017.

Under 6/8/10; Training will resume on September 7th In Kingscourt and September 8th in Bailieborough. More info next week.

Under 12; The 12s take a deserved break as they now prepare for the Cavan U12 Championship.

Under 16; We are due another round of the Ulster league and the Cavan Championship.

Minor; No games this week.

Inter county; Well done to the ECG contingent in the South Ulster squad who won the All Ireland U14 Shield v Monaghan in Cloghan on Saturday last. Players from ECG, Cootehill, Annalee, Castlerahan and Ballymachugh did their club and county proud with some assured displays. Well done lads.

Above; Colin, Tadhg, Charlie and Conor after winning the Shield for South Ulster on Saturday last in Cloghan.

Training times; U12/14/16/18;

All training at BCS pitch Wednesday 7pm.

Players will receive a text.

The week ahead; Wednesday; U14/16/18 training at BCS pitch 7pm.

Midweek updates on our Facebook page- East Cavan Gaels Hurling.

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: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.

CITIZENS INFORMATION: Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service.  Any enquiries 076 1075200.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.

BAILIEBORO CANCER COMFORT FUND:

Annual Family Forest Walk will take place on Saturday next, 19th August 2017 at 10:30am. Registration from Fox’s, Main Street from 10:00am – €10. Refreshments afterwards back at Fox’s. All welcome.

Bailieborough Christmas Lights:

Following on from a successful festival in Bailieboro this summer with great community spirit, there will be a meeting to discuss the Christmas lights next Tuesday, August 22nd in the Business Centre, Shercock Road at 8.30pm. Anyone that has any ideas and is willing to help out to organise the Christmas lights and events for the town please come along.

Bailieborough Poetry Festival:

Bailieborough Poetry Festival details are online now.
A great line-up of poets from Ireland, the UK and the USA, including Noel Monahan, Patrick Chapman and Gerard Smyth, American poet Linda Opyr and Emily Wills from the UK.
The festival takes place from Thursday, 5^th to Saturday 7^th October 2017.
Full details here: http://www.bailieboroughpoetry.com/poetry-festival/
Details of the poetry competition are also online. Judge this year is Patrick Chapman and the closing date is Friday 2 September.
http://www.bailieboroughpoetry.com/2017-poetry-prize/

Blessing of the Graves:

The Annual Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Anne’s Cemetery on Sunday, September 3^rd at the earlier time of 12 noon (please note change of time). Now would be the ideal time to look after the grave or a plot of a loved one in preparation for Cemetery Sunday.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

The battle against weeds and litter continues every Tuesday. Meet at Market Sq at 7pm. All welcome.  We would appreciate if all Business and home owners in the town and surrounding area would paint their properties, sweep the paths and trim the verges.  Thanking you for playing your part in keeping Bailieborough tidy.

Heritage Week – Bailieborough Activities:

Saturday 19^th August at 4.00pm in Bailieborough Library: “People, place and time” an exhibition of Benny Duffy’s (Nolagh), photographs and memorabilia. Benny Duffy took many photographs. This personal collection contains black and white images of family, friends and neighbours when many did not have cameras or the prudence to preserve and archive their photographs. These photographs should have a particular interest to people from the Bailieborough, Shercock and Kingscourt areas. Bailieborough Library will host the exhibition upstairs at The Market House. Admission Free, Refreshments Served. Exhibition will be on display for the duration of Heritage Week.

Saturday 26^th August at 8.00pm sharp – Doors 7.30 – Bailieborough Business Centre: “A Wilde Victorian Evening” presented by Patrick Walsh and guest on the life, loves, wit and wisdom of Oscar Wilde. Admission Free, Refreshments Served, Victorian Dress Encouraged, Not suitable for young children.

Cavan Institute—Open Day:

With Leaving Cert results looming – some students and their parents/guardians are now unsure about what the next step should be. Let us help you. Call in to our Open Day on August 24 from 12 noon until 4pm. Applications still being accepted for courses starting this September.

Hardtimes Chorus:

Hardtimes Chorus are proud to announce that their new show ‘Thank You for the Music’ will take place on Friday, 10^th November next in St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough. Proceeds will go towards the renovation of St Anne’s Church. It’s a brand new show not to be missed with song and music to suit everyone, so please spread the word. Thank You.

Bailieborough Heritage Society invites you to ‘People, Place and Time’, an exhibition of Benny Duffy’s (Nolagh) photographs and memorabilia, opening on Saturday, August 19^th at 4pm at Library. Admission is free and all members of the community are invited. Refreshments will served!

Moybologue, Geophys in a Graveyard:  All of the grave marker inscriptions in Moybologue old cemetery have now been uploaded and are available to everyone at www.historicgraves.com.

Hosted by Moybologue Historical Society – Cumann Seanchais Mhaigh Bolg in Bailieborough Library on Saturday, August 26^th from 4.00pm to 5.00pm.

Kevin Barton, Landscape and Geophysical Services, will present the results of a community remote sensing survey at Moybologue old graveyard as well as preliminary results from a survey of a ring-barrow. All welcome.

FREE CONCERT – MONDAY, 28 AUGUST AT 7.30PM IN ST. ANNE’S CHURCH, BAILIEBOROUGH:

All monies raised (donations at the door) will go the Autistic Unit, Bailieborough Community School.  Guests include:  Lambay Singers, Donabate, Castletown Accordion Orchestra, Mullagh and our very special guests the world famous ‘Akkordeon Landejugendorchester’ from Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, who have performed in many European countries as well as the USA, Canada, Russia, China, Brazil, South Africa, Namibia, Cost Rica, New Zealand, Fiji and India.  They are currently touring Ireland and the UK and we are delighted to host them at this wonderful concert.  Your support would be much appreciated.

Congratulations:

Following on from Diarmuid Donnellan last week our own Tadhg Barry, representing East Cavan Gaels and Ballinamoney NS, played at half time in the Cork/Waterford game on Sunday last in Croke Park. What a great experience to play in front of over 70’000 people. Well done Tadhg and Diarmuid!

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, August 16th – Girley Bog, Kells:

(M) Walk 1 Hour 30 min. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.40pm. Meet at Cloncat Service Station, 8.5km from Kells to Clonmellon Road., N52 at 7.15pm. Walk commencing at Girley Bog at 7.30pm.

Wednesday, August 23rd  – Lough an Leagh:  

(M) Walk 2 hours (approx). Leaving Bailieborough Library at 7pm. Walk commences at the picnic area on Lough an Leagh at 7.15pm. All welcome.

“Spanish Coffee Mornings in Bailieborough”

Learn Spanish in a friendly environment with a Native Spanish Teacher, while enjoying tea or coffee. Lessons will start on Tuesday 12th of September from 10 to 11am and Friday the 15^th from 10 to 11, both Beginners. Price: 5 lessons €50. To enrol please contact Lydia on 0877414735. One to one lessons and grinds also available.

Bailieborough School of Music:

Bailieborough School of Music are still accepting registration for music lessons for the coming school year, for further information contact, Ann 0877858509.

Lotto results for 12/08/17.  Numbers Drawn; 4, 6, 7, 11.  Congratulations to Jackpot Winner, (€4,200); Dominic Gormley, Leiter, Bailieboro. Jackpot next week, €1,000.

Entries to ‘Summer Draw’, Terence McGuinness, Ollie Gargan, Claire Campbell, Jean Brennan.

Moybologue Blessing of the Graves: The Annual Blessing of the Graves will take place in Moybologue Cemeteries (Old and New) on Sunday next, 20^th August 2017 after 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s, Tierworker.

Tierworker Active Age: Tierworker Active Age are going for a three day break, starting on Monday, September 4^th to the Holyrood Hotel, Bundoran. For full details of events and to book, please contact Sheila at 087 248 7579 or Sean at 086 405 4000 for further details.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for August, September and October 2017:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–August 20^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), September 2^nd (Saturday, 1.30pm) and September 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), October 14^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and October 22^nd (Sunday, 12.0pm) .

Bailieborough Library: Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.

Ipads with Social Media for Beginners –   Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm. This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs.  (IPADS are provided). Contact:042 9665779 or

email: fburke@cavancoco.ie

Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.

The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.

Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre are hosting a Heritage Canoe Paddle on the Dromore River from 10am-3pm on Wednesday the 23rd August. This is a relaxing canoe paddle suitable for all ages especially those interested in history, archaeology and natural beauty. Booking Essential. Contact Philomena on 049-5552988 for more information.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 14th August 2017

Under 6/8/10; A few more games lined up during August for these groups before we get back to full action again in September.

Under 12; Preparations in full swing for the Monaghan U12 league final coming up.

Under 14; The first round of the Cavan U14 Championship is scheduled for next Monday 21st August.

Under 16; A home league game on Monday v Cootehill in Kingscourt at 7.

Minor; The minors began their campaign on Saturday last in the South Ulster league where played very well in beating Knockbridge.

Above; Saturdays Minor squad in Ulster league.

U12/14/16/18;

All training at BCS pitch Wednesday 7pm.

Players will receive a text.

Croke Park; Following on from Diarmuid last week our own Tadhg Barry, representing East Cavan Gaels and Ballinamoney NS, played at half time in the Cork/Waterford game on Sunday last. What a great experience to play in front of over 70’000 people. Well done Tadhg!

Above; Tadhg Barry in Croke Park

The week ahead;

Wednesday; U14/16/18 training at BCS pitch 7pm.

Midweek updates on our Facebook page- East Cavan Gaels Hurling.

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: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.

CITIZENS INFORMATION: Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service.  Any enquiries 076 1075200.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival:

Bailieborough Midsummer Festival was buzzing over the Festival weekend. Congratulations to the Bailieborough Midsummer Festival team who did an amazing job of bringing community spirit back into the town. To the Committee – Kieran Donohoe – Chairperson; Seamus Rahill – Vice Chair; PJ Barry – Secretary; Aidan Clarke – Treasurer; Peadar Clerkin – Vice Treasurer; Gareth Mulhall – PRO, all the stewards, sponsors and helpers and all who turned up at all the events over the weekend,–thank you for all your hard work and dedication. The atmosphere and feedback from people has been amazing and for once, the weather played ball!! which helped enormously with the ‘feel good’ factor over the weekend. See you all again next year for Bailieborough Midsummer Festival 2018!!

Update on St. Anne’s Renovations:

St. Anne’s Church is on course to be opened on time for the 7.00pm Mass on Saturday evening next, August 5^th. Painting, decorating, electrical and plumbing work is nearing completion in the main body of the Church and the floor work—which will include sanding and waxing of the floorboards and the laying of a stone carpet on the main aisle and sanctuary, will take place over the coming week. The project will not be completely finished on the 5^th of August—just the elements that required the total clearance of the seating from the Church and the use of scaffolding. Work will continue on St. Joseph’s Chapel, the Sacristy, storerooms, the roof and the Parish Centre throughout August. Some minor works will also require completion in the main body of the Church in the weeks after it re-opens.

Blessing of the Graves:

The Annual Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Anne’s Cemetery on Sunday, September 3^rd. Now would be the ideal time to look after the grave or a plot of a loved one in preparation for Cemetery Sunday.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to Brian Flanagan, Bexcourt, Damien Flanagan, Urcher and Mrs. Brenda McDonald, Chapel Road on the death of their brother, Peadar (Peter) Oliver Flanagan, Clonbur, Galway and formerly Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and Forest Hill, London, who passed away on Sunday, July 23^rd. Peadar’s Funeral Mass took place in Saint Patrick’s Church, Clonbur on Wednesday, July 26^th.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

The battle against weeds and litter continues every Tuesday. Meet at Market Sq. at 7pm. All welcome.  We would appreciate if all Business and home owners in the town and surrounding area would paint their properties, sweep the paths and trim the verges.  Thanking you for playing your part in keeping Bailieborough tidy.

Arts and Cultural Centre:

‘Sons of Southern Ulster’, originally from the town will play the Bailieborough Arts and Cultural Centre on Friday next, August 4 commencing at 9.00pm. All welcome for what should be a terrific night.

Heritage Week – Bailieborough Activities:

 Saturday 19^th August at 4.00pm in Bailieborough Library: “People, place and time” an exhibition of Benny Duffy’s (Nolagh), photographs and memorabilia. Admission Free, Refreshments Served. Exhibition will be on display for the duration of Heritage Week.

Saturday 26^th August at 8.00pm sharp – Doors 7.30 – Bailieborough Business Centre: “A Wilde Victorian Evening” presented by Patrick Walsh and guest on the life, loves, wit and wisdom of Oscar Wilde. Admission Free, Refreshments Served, Victorian Dress Encouraged, Not suitable for young children.

Cavan Institute—Open Day:

With Leaving Cert results looming – some students and their parents/guardians are now unsure about what the next step should be. Let us help you. Call in to our Open Day on August 24 from 12 noon until 4pm. Applications still being accepted for courses starting this September.

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, August 2nd – Lough Curragh Lake: (A) Walk 2 + Hours.  Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.45 pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm at Lough Curragh Lake. 12km from Bailieborough on Cavan Road. Car park on left just past the lake.

Wednesday, August 9th – Bellamount Forest, Cootehill.

(E) Walk 1.5 hours (approx.) Leaving Bailieborough Library

at 6.45pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm at the R.C. Church car park, Station Road, Cootehill. All welcome.

“Spanish Coffee Morning in Bailieborough”

Learn Spanish in a friendly environment with a Native Spanish Teacher, while enjoying tea or coffee. Lessons will start on Tuesday 12th of September from 10 to 11am and Friday the 15^th from 10 to 11, both Beginners. Price: 5 lessons €50. To enrol please contact Lydia on 0877414735. One to one lessons and grinds also available.

‘Reflections’ is a beautiful exhibition of paintings featuring some Cavan landscapes, by Wexford artist, Niki Purcell, which is on show at the Library until Tuesday August 15^th. All welcome and admission is free!

‘Bailieborough Prom Night’

Bailieborough ‘Prom Night’ will take place on Friday 11^th, August 2017 in the Bailie Hotel at 8pm, in aid of the Bailieborough Rhythmic Dance Twirlers. Tickets are €40 per couple and are available from the Hotel Reception. Dress to Impress!!!

 Cross Field Day: Bank Holiday Monday, August 7^th.
U-10 G.A.A. Tournament Teams games start at 1.30.
Killinkere, Ramor, Knockbride, Cuchulainns, Kingscourt, Castlerahan,
Bailieborough, St Judes.
Field activities include: Ducking chair, Darts, Tractor Run, Face painting Inflatable Slide, Children’s races, Dog show at 3pm with 8 classes—great prizes, produce stall, Children’s entry is Free. All welcome.

Computers for Beginners – Computers for Beginners at Bailieborough Business Centre are continuing throughout the summer. Classes are once a week for 2 hours. Come along and enjoy the friendly atmosphere while learning a few new skills. Call 042-969-4716 to reserve a place.

Bailieborough School of Music: Bailieborough School of Music are delighted to announce the date for our 30 year Anniversary Concert; February 25th, 2018, at the Helix Theatre, DCU. Looking forward to the celebrations.

Lotto results for 29/07/17.  Numbers Drawn; 5, 15, 20, 20.  No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners; Liam and Margaret Fay, Galbolie; Mary Murry, c/o Crossons; Kevin O’Reilly, Kells Rd; Liam Clarke, Adelaide Rd. Jackpot next week, €4,100.

Entries to ‘Summer Draw’, Margaret Rose Traynor; Margo Gormley; Monica McDonagh; Byron Davidson.

Moybologue Blessing of the Graves: The Annual Blessing of the Graves will take place in Moybologue Cemeteries (Old and New) on Sunday, 20^th  August 2017 after 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s, Tierworker.

Tierworker Active Age: Tierworker Active Age are going for a three day break, starting on Monday, September 4^th to the Holyrood Hotel, Bundoran. For full details of events and to book, please contact Sheila at 087 248 7579 or Sean at 086 405 4000 for further details.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for August and September 2017: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–August 12^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), August 20^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), September 2^nd (Saturday, 1.30pm) and September 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).

Bailieborough Library: Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.

Ipads with Social Media for Beginners –   Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm. This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs.  (IPADS are provided). Contact: 042 9665779 or

email: fburke@cavancoco.ie

Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.

The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.

Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

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: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.

CITIZENS INFORMATION: Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service.  Any enquiries 076 1075200.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.

Mid-Summer Festival:

Only 2 days away! Posters and signs are now up on the main roads leading into the town and further afield!! The Programme of Events has been published and the flyers are available in the shops in the town or on the Mid-Summer Festival Facebook page. All that is needed now, is for the weather to be kind and the crowds to turn out over what promises to be a very exciting and entertaining weekend for the town.

Friday, July 21^st, Midsummer Festival Duathlon:

Run: 5k/2.5k, Cycle: 10k/20k Run: 5k/2.5k. Registration from 6.00pm, with the event starting at 7.00pm. Registration fees: €15 individuals/€20 teams. Cash prizes/Free BBQ for all entrants.  Also 5k Fun Run/Walk. Registration €5. All welcome. The starting point will be at the Thomas Street Car Park (Kingscourt Road) and the event will finish at the pedestrian crossing on Main St.  For further information, please contact Tony at 086 3993430.

Barbecue and DJ at the prize-giving lorry beside the old bank.

Poetry Evening at 8.00pm, in Murtagh’s Auctioneering Rooms.

Play: ‘The Sacred Hearts Right Hand Man’, in the Bailie Hotel. Doors open at 9.00pm with the play commencing at 9.30pm. Admission €10.

Midnight Madness Sale:

Late night shopping around town with loads of stores participating.

Northern Sound will be broadcasting live outside Clarke’s of Bailieborough on Friday.

Saturday, July 22^nd: Soccer Skills—

11am to 4.00pm at the Community School Pitch. Under 10, Under 13 and Under 18’s.

Aged from 6 to 10yrs, from 11am to 12.15pm. Featuring: Water Sports/ Hole in The Wall and X A-Side. Party bags for taking part. €2 covers all the events.

Aged from 11 to 13 yrs., from 12.30pm to 2pm. Featuring: 3 touch 5 a-side, Penalty Shootout and Crossbar Challenge. Party bags for all taking part. €3 covers all the events.

Aged from 14 to 18yrs, from 2.30pm to 4pm. Featuring: ‘You Know The Drill’, Penalty Shootout and Crossbar Challenge. Medals for the winners and runners-up in each event. €3 covers all the events.

Teddy Bear Picnic at 2.00pm in Trinity Church Hall, Virginia Road.

Arts Workshop in the Library at 3.00pm.

Under 10 Football Blitz in St. Anne’s Park at 4.30pm.

Walking Treasure Hunt at 4.30pm.

Car Treasure Hunt at 4.30pm.

DJ Gareth in the Marquee at 6.00pm.

Line Dancing in the Marquee at 8.00pm.

Plenty of fun activities including, Skittles, Darts Football and Basketball Challenge!

Sunday, July 23^rd: Main Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from 11.00am to 6.00pm.

Family Fun Day.

Admission €5, children Under 16 free!

Featuring: Pelican Bouncing Castles, Stevie Dee Disco Dome, Novelty Obstacle Course, Face Painting, Ducking Chair, Local Clubs Display, Craft Stalls, Wheel Barrow Race, Tyre Race, Bar Man’s Race, Bale Race, Buskers. All vintage vehicles welcome for display— Cars, Tractors, Bikes and Lorries. There will be a prize for the best vintage vehicle.

Johnny Brady and his band will play from 4-6 pm on Main Street and this will include the ‘Jiving competition’.  Judged by dance champion Gerard Butler.
Winner will qualify for the All-Ireland Jiving Finals in the Shearwater Hotel in Ballinasloe plus accommodation.

Johnny Brady will be taking control on the Sunday and Brendan Jermyn will be on the warm up duties. We will also have Elite Country Radio on the day as well!

Festival Finale Dance in the Hotel Bailie with Eddie Quinn and Matt Leavy—Admission Free!

SVP St. Anthony’s Shop Conference Bailieborough:

Our Annual Sale of New Stock started in the shop on Monday July 17^th for one week. As always we would like to thank all the customers who visit our shop regularly, as well as the many donors who provide quality clothing, footwear, handbags, bed linen, furniture, and household items.

Only items of reasonable quality and suitable for sale should be donated.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to Geraldine Brady, (Woodview), Rosaleen McPhillips, (do) and Thomas Browne (do) and families on the death of their brother, Patrick Browne, Corgrea, Shercock. Patrick’s Funeral Mass took place in St Patrick’s Church, Bawn, on Wednesday last, July 12^th with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Blessing of the Graves:

The Annual Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Anne’s Cemetery on Sunday, September 3^rd. Now would be an ideal time to tend the plot of a family member or loved one.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

The battle against weeds and litter continues every Tuesday. Meet at Market Sq. at 7pm. All welcome.  We would appreciate if all Business and home owners in the town and surrounding area [from the 50k

sign in] would paint their properties, sweep the paths and trim the verges.    Thanking you for playing your part in keeping Bailieborough tidy.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to Kathleen O’Reilly and family, Barrack St. on the death of Kathleen’s brother, Brian Geraghty, Moynalty, on Wednesday last, July 12^th. Brian’s Funeral Mass took place in Moynalty Church on Friday, July 14^th with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

‘Tree of Hearts and Tears’ an art workshop facilitated by poet, Heather Brett, on Saturday, July 22nd at 2.30pm-4pm for all children over 9 at Bailieborough Library. A wonderful opportunity to engage with art and poetry under the guidance of Heather. Finished pieces will be displayed on a tree of ‘Hearts and Tears’ in the library! Free workshop supporting Bailieborough Summer Festival, but booking essential at 0429665779.

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:

After a great response the Soccer Academy will be going ahead for children born in 2010 and 2011 starting on Saturday 12th of August from 12.30 to 1.30pm. We will be registering children in advance of the start date to ensure no disruption to the sessions, 10 euro per child, we will provide more information closer to the date. Feel free to contact Keith Burke on 0861631538 or pm the Club’s Facebook page.

Pre-season training for our Under 16’s team (players born in 2002) will start on Thursday 20th July at 7pm and continue each Thursday until the start of the 2017-2018 season in mid-September. Looking forward to seeing all of last year’s squad as well as any new players interested in being part of the team for the coming season.

Pre-season training for our Under 13’s team (players born in 2005) will start on Wednesday 26th July at 7pm and continue each Wednesday until the start of the 2017-2018 season in mid-September. Looking forward to seeing all of last year’s squad as well as any new players interested in being part of the team for the coming season.

Senior pre-season training continues on Tuesday and Thursday evenings @7.30 sharp at the Vale Grounds. For further details, please call or text, 085 825 6347.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to Brian McSherry on the death of his sister, Nuala Reilly (née McSherry), Coolacanadis, Ballyhaise, Cavan on Saturday, July 8^th. Nuala’s Funeral Mass took place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Drung on Wednesday, July 12^th with burial afterwards in Bunnoe Cemetery.

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, July 19th – Deerpark Forest, Virginia.

(M) Walk 1 Hour 15 min. (E) Walk 1 Hour. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.50pm. Walk commences at Virginia Rugby Club entrance to Deerpark at 7.15pm.

Wednesday, July 26th – Derrygooney / Knappagh

(M) Walk 1.5- 2 hours (approx.) Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.45pm. Walk commences at Derrygooney School at 7.15pm. From Shercock travel towards Cootehill, at 3.8 kilometres turn right for Ballybay, a further 2 kilometres turn left and continue for a further 2.5 kilometres to the school on the right. All welcome.

‘Reflections’ is a beautiful exhibition of paintings featuring some Cavan landscapes, by Wexford artist, Niki Purcell, which is on show at the Library from Thursday July 20^th to Tuesday August 15^th. All welcome and admission is free!

Computers for Beginners – Computers for Beginners at Bailieborough Business Centre are continuing throughout the summer. Classes are once a week for 2 hours. Come along and enjoy the friendly atmosphere while learning a few new skills. Call 042-969-4716 to reserve a place.

Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 15/07/17.  Numbers Drawn; 3, 12, 14, 24.  No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners; Bernadette Mulvihill Lynch, Corglass; Liam Clarke, Adelaide Rd; Martin Davis; Michael McKenna, c/o Castle Inn. Jackpot next week, €3,900.

Entries to ‘Summer Draw’, Mairead McCabe, Drumanespic; Maggie Owens, c/o Giles; John Farrelly; Mairead McGuirk, Curkish.

The ‘Open Door’ Sessions:

We’re delighted to welcome back local musician Sam Geraghty with his new three-piece band Safari. Safari have a sound that is difficult to describe, one part surf-pop, one part neo-punk, either way their live shows are reported to be well worth experiencing.

Niki Purcell is a landscape artist who is exhibiting at the Bailieborough Library in conjunction with the Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival. We’re looking forward to her interview with resident interviewer, Elena Duff.

​Paul McCann is singer/songwriter from Co Cavan. He has performed with The Strypes, Sandy Kelly, Duncan Maitland (Picturehouse) and Nelson Bragg (Brian Wilson Band/Beach Boys), among others. In 2015 Paul released his highly-acclaimed debut EP which was titled ‘The Magician’. July 2017 will see the release of his second self-produced and home recorded EP titled ‘Press Record’. Come along to Fox’s Bar and Restaurant, Main St. on Friday, July 21^st from 9pm. All welcome.

Bailieborough Red Cross—New Defibrillator:

Well done to the Local Red Cross who installed a very important piece of life saving equipment beside the ‘Carry Out Shop’ on the corner of Bailieborough Main Street and the Shercock Road over the weekend. Defibrillators are so important in every area. They can be the difference between life and death. We never know when someone in our community will need one. Please respect this vital piece of life saving equipment. A big WELL DONE and MASSIVE PRAISE most go to the Local Red Cross who always have our best interests at heart.

Mybologue Historical Society:

The committee are absolutely bowled over by the turnout and response they have had over the weekend. A strong community spirit and willingness of people to volunteer and give of their time is definitely alive and well in the parish of Kilmainhamwood and Moybologue, the surrounding townlands, Bailieboro, Killann, Maudabawn, Nolagh, Shercock and East Cavan in general! A huge thank you to everyone who turned out over the last few days from near and far to volunteer and support. It is all hugely appreciated.

With your help we managed to number all 337 grave-markers, photograph the inscriptions of all 337 grave-markers, and record in excess of 170 of the inscriptions. This was no mean feat in two days!

Thank you to John Tierney from Eachtra Archaeological Projects for leading the project so efficiently, in sunshine and rain, and keeping everyone interested and involved over the two days.

To the volunteers who took part in numbering, photographing and recording; Eamonn Donnelly, Joe Gargan, Amy Gargan, Carmel O’Callaghan, Lloyd Forde, Tony McCabe, Catherine McCormack, Lil McCormack, Patricia Brady, Bernard McEntee and John Joe O’Reilly.

To those who came along and provided information regarding loved ones interred in the graveyard, especially Patricia Brady, who also gave us great information on the two grave-markers made by her grandfather Jemmie O’Reilly from Bailieboro, Rose McCabe and Joe McCabe and William Daly who all gave information about their ancestors buried in the graveyard.

To T.P. Callaghan, Ultan Callaghan and Matt Donnellan who came along and provided invaluable insight into the restoration works on the graveyard in 1988 and local history of the graveyard throughout the years.

To the many people who called in to observe and chat over the last few days, Fr. John Cooney PP, Kathleen Cooney, Terence Dunne, Vincent Meleady, Justin O’Reilly and many others.

Last but not least, the committee wishes to publicly acknowledge the financial support received by means of a very generous financial donation from Matt Carolan, originally from the townland of Srahan next door to the graveyard, and residing for many years in the USA, which enabled this graveyard inscription recording project to take place. Words cannot express our collective gratitude to you Matt, and we hope you take great enjoyment and pride in what you have helped to bring about in your native parish of Moybologue.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for July, August and September 2017:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–July 30^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 12^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), August 20^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), September 2^nd (Saturday, 1.30pm) and September 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).

Bailieborough Library: Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.

Ipads with Social Media for Beginners –   Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm. This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs.  (IPADS are provided). Contact: 042 9665779 or

Email: fburke@cavancoco.ie

Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.

The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.

Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

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: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.

CITIZENS INFORMATION:

Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service.  Any enquiries 076 1075200.

Alcoholics Anonymous:

Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.