Bailieborough Heritage Society:

Bailieborough Heritage Society Presents ‘Killann and the Parishes of East Cavan 1400-1800’, a lecture by Fr Liam Kelly at Bailieborough Library, Market Square, Bailieborough on Thursday, April 19^th, 2018 at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome to this FREE event and refreshments will be served! Enquiries to 042 9665779.

Bailieborough Red Cross:

Congratulations to our Unit Officer Peter McCabe who has been short listed for Unit Officer of the Year.
The Over- all winner will be announced at the Irish Red Cross Volunteer of the Year Awards on Saturday 28th April in Croke Park.
Best wishes to Peter from all in the community.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

The Annual ‘Spring Clean’ will take place in the town on Saturday, April 28th 2018. Meet at Market Square at 11 am.
Bring a litter picker and wear a high viz jacket. Children under twelve must be accompanied by an adult. Join us and help keep out town tidy.
Reduce waste and keep Cavan tidy by investing in a reusable blue coffee cup with Cavan logo. Ideal for coffee lovers and Cavan fans. This cup is for sale in Daybreak on Barrack Street and is also available in Bailie Stores. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.

Photographic Exhibition:

‘An Essence of Presence’ a photographic exhibition by Suella Holland, depicting Forsaken Ireland, now open at the Library until the end of May. All welcome.

St. Felim’s N.S. First Confession:

First Confession for the students in 2^nd class in St. Felim’s will take place in St. Anne’s Church on Thursday, April 19^th at 7.00pm. (Please note the change of time).

Birdwatch Ireland:

We will hold our AGM in the Hotel Kilmore on Thursday, 26th April at 8.30 p.m. We would love to see some new faces (as well as the old familiar ones!) this year. It is important to have a strong committee so that we can plan events and cater for the interests of our branch as best we can. Hope to see you there! All welcome.

BAILIEBORO CANCER COMFORT LTD:

We wish to thank everyone who supported our recent Quiz Night and are pleased to confirm that €864 was raised on the night. Sincere thanks for your continued support.

Bailieborough Heritage Society were amongst 4 groups that were short listed in the Communities Award at the Heritage Society Awards. Sadly, we did not win, however, congratulations to the winner and to the staff involved in Heritage Week. Our project was a lovely one and we got great feedback from the community and the staff from Heritage Week. We are now working on this year’s events and if anyone would like to get involved, they are more than welcome. New members always welcome to the Heritage Society, please contact 0872244159 for further information.

Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 14-04-2018.

No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Paddy Matthews, Yvonne and Paul Rooney,

Tyler Cadden and Margaret Carolan. Jackpot next week, €2,500.

Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’:

A Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’ will take place on Sunday, May 6^th –organised by the St. Vincent DePaul Society. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 7.30am. To book a seat, please contact John at 086 055 4578 or Pat at 086 063 5856.

The Open Door Sessions:

Bailieborough’s Arts and Music Gathering, taking place at 9.00pm on Friday next, 20th April, Downstairs at Nixy’s, The Square Bar, Bailieborough.

Guests: Elly D (Singer/Songwriter), Carol O’Connor (Visual Artist) and Dean Maywood(Singer/Songwriter). Free admission (donations welcome). All welcome.

Church of Ireland Services: Sunday 22 April:

Mullagh 9:30am – Morning Prayer followed by tea and coffee.

Shercock 9:30am – All-Age Service.

Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service, followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

Friday 27 April: FOCUS Youth Group 8:30-10pm – Trinity Hall.

Sunday 29 April – United Service: Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service.

Bailieborough Hall 11:45am – Parish Lunch and Ignite Vision and Mission Forum.

Mondays (during term time): Badminton, Bailieborough Hall; 7-8pm for primary students, 8-9pm for secondary students.

Computers for Beginners:

Computers for beginners afternoons or evenings Bailieborough Business Centre 042- 96 94 716.

Bailieborough Historical Society:

The Bailieborough Historical Society is planning an exhibition of artefacts manufactured in and related to Bailieborough’s industrial past. This will take place during Heritage Week in August. If you have anything that you would like to exhibit, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 0635 856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488.

Evening Spanish lessons for Adults:

6 weeks of Spanish for Adults starting on Tuesday, 24th of April in Bailieborough Business Centre.

Lessons will be given by a Native Spanish Teacher.

Times: 7 – 8pm Beginners, and 8 -9pm high beginner and low intermediate.

Price: € 60 for the 6 lessons or €12 per lesson. For more information or to register please ring or message Lydia on 087 7414735.

Cavan Walking Festival:

As part of the Cavan Walking Festival, the Bailieborough Walking group will be hosting three walks. The first of these will take place on Saturday, May 5^th around Bailieborough Forest. Distance covered will be 5k and participants are asked to meet at the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road at 11.00am.

The second Walk will be at Dun A Ri, Forest Park, Kingscourt on Tuesday, May 8^th at 7.00pm. Please meet at Cabra Central School at 6.45pm and the distance of the Walk is also 5k.

The final walk will take place on Thursday, May 10^th at Lough An Leagh.  Please meet at the Picnic Area at 6.45 pm. The Walk distance will be 10k and all are most welcome to attend.

Adult Irish Ceilí Dance classes:

A new term of Ceilí dance classes has commenced on Wednesdays at 8:45pm in Tierworker Hall. All new-comers welcome. For more information please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.

Killann Parish Pilgrimage to the World Meeting of Families:

This year’s Killann Parish Pilgrimage will be to the World Meeting of Families in the RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin on Thursday, August 23^rd. A bus will be travelling to the RDS from Bailieborough and further details will be announced later. If, however you would like to book a place on the bus, please contact the Parish Office on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am to 3.30pm, Tuesdays from 12pm to 1.30pm and Fridays from 2pm to 6pm. Everyone going that day will also have to register online at www.worldmeeting2018.ie and buy a ticket online for the event. Adults-€38: Senior Citizens/Unemployed/Students over 18-€33; Children-Free –but must be registered with a family group. If you have difficulty doing this, please tell the Parish secretary and they will provide you with assistance. At present, tickets for the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park on August 26^th are dependent on registering for the World Meeting of Families during the previous week. It is hoped to organise a bus from Bailieborough on that day too.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for May, June, July and August 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–May 5^th (Saturday 1.30pm), May 20^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 23^rd (Saturday 1.30pm), July 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), July 15^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 11^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 19^th (Sunday 12.30pm).

Bailieborough Community Bowls:

Bailieborough Community Bowls continues every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members most welcome with free tuition for beginners.

Bailieborough Library:

Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

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

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.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 16th April 2018

Under 7/9/11; Under 9 blitz in Carrick next Sunday 11-12.30pm. Really good numbers at our new age grade training for Under 9s and U11s.

Fridays U9/11 training group in Bailieborough.

Under 13; A good win for the lads v Cootehill on Monday last in Kingscourt. Next up is the grading blitz for the new Tain Ulster GAA Under 13 competition in Cloghan next Saturday.

Feile U14; The lads will represent Cavan hurling at National Feile again this year. We will be based in the scenic area of Rosses Point in Sligo with host club Benbulben Gaels Hurling.

Our 2018 Feile squad (minus a couple of injured players) who will head to Sligo in June.

Under 17; Cavan Celtic begins in early May for lads on county squad. New Monaghan league for U17 begins in early May with a game away to Carrickmacross.

The week ahead;

Thursday; Kingscourt indoors U7/9/11 Community Centre 6.45-7.45.

Friday; Bailieborough indoors. U7 6-7 & U9/11 7-8pm.

Saturday; U13 Tain grading blitz, Cloghan.

Sunday; Under 9 blitz in Carrick 11-12.30pm.

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.

Holy Week Ceremonies:

Thank you to all those who assisted in preparing and celebrating the Holy Week and Easter liturgies in St. Annes, Bailieborough especially, the Parish Pastoral Council and Liturgy Group, the sacristan May Cassidy and caretaker Sadie Clarke, the Choirs and their directors: Thomas Hanley, Sean O’Reilly and Derek Eakins, the musicians, the Ministers of the Word, the Ministers of the Eucharist, the gift bearers, the Altar servers, the First Communion Parent’s Committee and the parents and children of the First Communion Classes who participated on Holy Thursday and the students from 5^th year in Bailieborough Community School, who took part in the Good Friday Services.

A special word of thanks to Marie Guckian, Geraldine Reilly, Brigid Donohoe, Ciaran Purcell, Julie Smith and Sean O’Reilly who gave their time to prepare the Church, to Rose Fitzpatrick and Sheila Clarke who organised the various Ministers, to Thomas Small, who is on Pastoral Placement in the Parish at present, to Andrea Connolly, Pastoral Assistant, to those who attended the Services in such large numbers and to all who helped out in any way over Easter Week.

Moybologue Historical Society Talk:

‘From the Bronze Age to the Middle-Age – what can we say about 3 sites in the Moybologue area so far?’; a talk by well-known Archaeological Geophysicist Kevin Barton of Landscape and Geophysical Services (www.lgs.ie) and members of Moybologue Historical Society, on the results of the geophysical and grave-marker surveys during 2017, ongoing research, future plans and an update on the Conservation and Management Plan for Moybologue old graveyard.

The talk will take place at 8pm on Friday 6th April in St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker.

All welcome. Admission Free. Parking Available. Wheelchair accessible. Voluntary donations accepted.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

The Annual ‘Spring Clean’ will take place in the town on Saturday, April 28th 2018. Further details closer to the event.
Reduce waste and keep Cavan tidy by investing in a reusable blue coffee cup with Cavan logo. Ideal for coffee lovers and Cavan fans. This cup is for sale in Daybreak on Barrack Street and is also available in Bailie Stores. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.

VINCENTS:

There will be scaffolding in front of ‘Vincent’s Shop’, Main St., for the next 6 to 8 weeks, for work to the apartments upstairs. Our shop remains open throughout this period at the normal times. Monday-Friday 10.00am to 5.00pm, Thursday evening from 7pm to 9pm and Saturday from 10.00am to 1.00pm.

Photographic Exhibition:

‘An Essence of Presence’ a photographic exhibition by Suella Holland, depicting Forsaken Ireland, now open at the Library until the end of May. All welcome.

Birdwatch Ireland:

April: Sunday 8th. Walk in Ballyconnell Woods: meet in Realta carpark at 10 am. Wear sturdy footwear. (approx. 2 hours)

We will hold our AGM in the Hotel Kilmore on Thursday 26th April at 8.30 p.m. We would love to see some new faces (as well as the old familiar ones!) this year. It is important to have a strong committee so that we can plan events and cater for the interests of our branch as best we can. Hope to see you there! All welcome.

Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’:

A Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’ will take place on Sunday, May 6^th –organised by the St. Vincent DePaul Society. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 7.30am. To book a seat, please contact John at 086 055 4578 or Pat at 086 063 5856.

Reading from New Book:

Bailieborough author, Norma MacMaster, will read from her new book ‘Silence Under a Stone’ at the Library on Thursday April 12^th at 7.30pm. All are welcome and refreshments will be served!

Computers for Beginners:

Computers for beginners afternoons or evenings Bailieborough Business Centre 042- 96 94 716.

Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C.:

Summer Academy Soccer is starting back on Wednesday, 11^th April 2018.
Under 7’s (children born 2011) and Under 8’s (children born 2010) will start back on Wednesday 11th April from 6-7pm at the Vale Grounds.
Under 9’s (children born 2009) and Under 10’s (children born 2008) will start back on Thursday 12th April from 6-7pm.

Bailieborough Historical Society:

The Bailieborough Historical Society is planning an exhibition of artefacts manufactured in and related to Bailieborough’s industrial past. This will take place during Heritage Week in August. If you have anything that you would like to exhibit, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 0635 856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488.

Bailieborough Shamrocks Ladies Football and Camogie:

The clubs wish to thank each and every one of you who helped to make the Cake Sale such a huge success on Sunday last. To those of you who baked and brought cakes and those of you who came and bought one, a big, big thank you. To the sales team, ticket sellers, tea makers, thank you. A special word of thanks to Lorraine Harris SuperValu for sponsoring the beautiful hamper for the raffle which was won by Sandra McDonnell also to Yvonne Tully who donated a van full of cakes of all shapes and sizes, much appreciated. Thanks also to the Bailie Bunny for making an appearance and still the burning question is, who is the Bunny?  Please God we will have you all guessing before Easter Sunday 2019. Once again THANK YOU all, see you same time, same place, next year.

Adult Irish Ceilí Dance classes:

A new term of Ceilí dance classes has commenced on Wednesdays at 8:45pm in Tierworker Hall. All new-comers welcome. For more information please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Presentation night;

Sunday April 8^th in the Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough from 5.30-7pm.

Presentation event for our U12 Monaghan League division 2 winners and U14 squad who were runners up in Monaghan League in 2017 and reached the All Ireland Feile semi-final and Certs of achievement for all our U6/8/10s. Finger food and soft drinks. Please join with us as we celebrate our achievements in 2017 and look forward to the 2018 season. All welcome.

U12 Monaghan U12 Div 2 champions!

Monaghan U14 league runners up and All Ireland Feile semi-finalists.

Monday hurling; U11/13/15/17. It’s here! First round of ten in the Monaghan U15 league begins Monday 6.30 away to Cootehill. Under 13 Ulster and Monaghan leagues will begin over the next few weeks. Plenty of hurling for all who want it.

Under 6/8/10; Our lads now enjoying the Easter break. We will now start to organise some games locally. Thanks to all who registered so far. It will continue until all are registered. You must be registered to be insured to play hurling.

Under 13; Outdoor training will return on Monday 9th April in Kingscourt 7-8pm with u13 leagues to start soon.

Under 15; New Monaghan league begins on bank Holiday Monday with a trip to our local Cavan rivals Cootehill Celtic.

Under 17; Cavan Celtic begins in early May.

Killann Parish Pilgrimage to the World Meeting of Families:

This year’s Killann Parish Pilgrimage will be to the World Meeting of Families in the RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin on Thursday, August 23^rd. Other parishes from the Diocese will be travelling to the event along with Bishop Leo O’Reilly on that day. A bus will be travelling to the RDS from Bailieborough and further details will be announced later. If, however you would like to book a place on the bus, please contact the Parish Office on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am to 3.30pm, Tuesdays from 12pm to 1.30pm and Fridays from 2pm to 6pm. Everyone going that day will also have to register online at www.worldmeeting2018.ie. If you have difficulty doing this, please tell the Parish secretary and they will provide you with assistance. At present, tickets for the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park on August 26^th are dependent on registering for the World Meeting of Families during the previous week. It is hoped to organise a bus from Bailieborough on that day too.

Bridge:

Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Hotel Bailie at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for April, May, June, July and August 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–April 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 22^nd (Sunday, 1.00pm), May 5^th (Saturday 1.30pm), May 20^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 23^rd (Saturday 1.30pm), July 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), July 15^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 11^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 19^th (Sunday 12.30pm).

Bailieborough Community Bowls:

Bailieborough Community Bowls continues every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members most welcome with free tuition for beginners.

Bailieborough Library:

Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

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

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.

‘Nobody’s Talking To Me’:

The Latin School Players wish to present their play “Nobody’s Talking To Me” by Tommy Marren in the Latin School, Moyne Community Centre on  Friday 6th April, Saturday 7th April and Sunday 8th April. Tickets can be purchased in Moyne Cross Stores, Corrigans, Lynches of Arva and McSeains of Cornafean.
Tickets cost €10.
For those living outside the area who wish to purchase a ticket you can ring on 086-6038190 or 086-6059069 between 6pm-9pm only.
This is a hilarious comedy suitable for both young and old. As per other productions the play starts at 8.30pm sharp.

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.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade:

On Saturday afternoon last, the 17^th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade took place in the town. On a bitterly cold afternoon, with bits of snow falling, a smaller than usual crowd was present on Main Street to watch the Parade.  Although the Parade was smaller than other years, it proved to be an enjoyable event for young and old.  Mr. P.J. Barry—MC for the event—kept the attendance amused and informed about the various participants in the Parade. Two marching bands took part in the parade—the Corduff Pipe Band and St. Mary’s Brass and Reed Band, Kingscourt. Local sporting clubs, organisations and charities were well represented with some organisations making a very welcome return to the parade.

The Prize-winners on the day (which were independently judged) were, Best Float—Kingscourt Play Centre, Best Comedy Award went to ‘East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club’, the Best Dressed Shop Window went to ‘La Mirage’, Main Street and this year’s new award for Best Club and a prize of €500 went to Tierworker Irish Dancing Club.

THANK YOU to all the volunteers, entrepreneurs, voluntary and community groups, local businesses and anyone who helped out in this year’s Parade, without your help and enthusiasm, there would be no Parade! and despite the Artic weather and other events taking place, you all made it a very enjoyable event.

Confirmation 2018:

Congratulations to the 68 people from the Parish, who received the Sacrament of Confirmation in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Sunday week last. The ceremony was administered by Monsignor Liam Kelly, The Vicar General of the Diocese. The following were the people who received the Sacrament:

St. Annes National School, Bailieborough: Lorena Arra, Katie Blackburn, Emily Byrne, Nathan Byrne, Stephen Byrne, Alannah Carolan, Dina Collins, Joshua Coyle, Tiernan Flanagan, Meghan Gavins, Caitlin Halpin, Molly Harris, Luca Heerey, Eric Hughes, Rugile Karzauskaite, Thomas Liggan, Thomas Maher, Kenzie McCabe, Nealla McDaid, Chloe Pritchard, Dean Smith, Eva Thunder, Shannon Toal, Dylan Ward and Abi Rose Whyte.

St. Felims National School-The Vale: Philip Angus Cahill, Barry Cahill, Odhran Donohoe, Rebecca Englishby, Joe Farrelly, Rebekah Gaynor, Andrea Gillick-Uceda, Sinead Hall, Sarah Keegan, Lukas Keuck, Daire Leddy, Gearoid Lynch, Emily McCormack, Luke McNeill, Evelyn McPhillips-Chapman, Cliona Mulligan, Shane Mulligan, Emma O’Neill, Lorcan Reilly, Orla Reilly, Caitlyn Tierney, Rebecca Tully and Lillie Tynan.

The Model School, Bailieborough: Philip Cundelan.

St. Patrick’s National School, Shercock: Ryan Browne, Alannah Clarke, Dylan Coughlan, Eoin Duffy, Aoife Farrelly, Glenn Keenan, Louise Kennedy, Keane Mallabar, Lauren McCabe, Caoimhe McElroy, Conor McIntyre, Hannah McPhillips, Jody McPhillips, Michael Morrissey, Dean Nulty, Leah O’Brien and Ava O’Reilly.

Adult: Jana Juricova.

Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Official Opening of Astro Turf Pitch and Dressing Rooms.

Bailieborough Shamrocks Gaa Club will be officially opening their new Astro Turf Pitch and Dressing Rooms on Saturday next, March 24^th at 8pm. They are delighted to announce that the Guest of Honour will be the outing President of the GAA and Cavan native Mr Aogán Ó Fearghail. This will be a wonderful Day for the Club and they appeal to all Club Players, Supporters, Members and the Wider Community to come out on the night to join them on this momentous occasion.

Knockbride Variety Show:

Knockbride Variety Show are hosting their 10^th Annual Variety Show on Thursday 22^nd, Friday 23^rd and Saturday 24^th of March. The show is on in Tunnyduff Hall in Knockbride, it’s pay at the door, adults are €10 and children under 12 is €5.
Doors open each night at 8pm and the show will commence at 8.30pm sharp. A fun filled night of Comedy, Song, Music and Dance and as this is our 10^th year, a great night’s entertainment is guaranteed. All welcome.

Honda Motorcycle RUN:

Due to the treacherous road conditions on Sunday last, the decision was taken to cancel the Honda Run. This Run is in aid of raising funds for ‘The Family Comfort Room’ in St. James’s Hospital, Dublin and is in memory of the late, Niamh Crosby, Curkish, Bailieborough. The Run has now been rescheduled for Sunday the 1st of April. Registration will take place from 10.00am to 12 noon, with a 12.15pm start at Enagh House (located approx. 2kms from Virginia on the Virginia—Bailieborough Road). The run distance is 55miles and the entry fee is €20. All bikes are welcome and light refreshments will be served before and after.

The food from the cancelled run didn’t go to waste as the organisers donated the food to the ‘Soup Kitchen’ in Navan. So, well done lads.

For further information, please contact: Peter at 087 0910 345 or Brendan, 087 225 8944. Supported by Kangleys 32 County Honda Challenge Club.

Reconciliation Service for Easter:

A ‘Reconciliation Service for Easter’ will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Sunday next, March 25^th (Passion Sunday) at 7.00pm. Confessions will be heard by the Priests of the Pastoral Area as part of a Scripture Service. Confessions will also take place in St. Anne’s, Bailieborough on Holy Saturday, March 31^st from 12 noon to 3.00pm.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

Reduce waste and keep Cavan tidy by investing in a reusable blue coffee cup with Cavan logo. Ideal for coffee lovers and Cavan fans. This cup is for sale in Daybreak on Barrack Street. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Tony, brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends on the death of Rose Mulroy (nee Lennon), Woodview, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and formerly Ballybailie, Ardee, Co. Louth, who passed away peacefully on Friday, March 9^th at St Joseph’s Nursing Home, Virginia. Rose’s Funeral Mass took place in St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Monday, March 12^th with burial in Louth Village Cemetery, Co. Louth.

Photographic Exhibition:

‘An Essence of Presence’ a photographic exhibition by Suella Holland, depicting Forsaken Ireland, now open at the Library until the end of May. All welcome.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes:

Thursday 22 March: Bailieborough General Easter Vestry 8:30pm in the Hall.

Friday 23 March: FOCUS Youth Group 8:30-10pm – Trinity Hall.

Saturday 24 March: ‘Through The Roof’ – Knockbride Church 2pm.

Sunday 25 March

Mullagh 9:30am – Morning Prayer.

Shercock 9:30am – All-Age Service.

Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service, followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

Friday 30 March – Good Friday

Shercock, 7pm.

Knockbride, 8:30pm.

Sunday 1 April – Easter Sunday

Mullagh 7am – Sunrise Service.

Bailieborough 10:45am – Holy Communion.

Badminton takes place in Bailieborough Hall on Monday evenings; 7-8pm for primary students, 8-9pm for secondary students. All welcome.

Bailieborough Historical Society:

The Bailieborough Historical Society is planning an exhibition of artefacts manufactured in and related to Bailieborough’s industrial past. This will take place during Heritage Week in August. If you have anything that you would like to exhibit, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 0635 856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488.

‘Spin-A-Thon’:

A ‘Spin-A-Thon’ in aid of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Fund will take place next Saturday, March 24^th from 9.00am to 9.00pm at Tesco, Bailieborough. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Adult Irish Ceilí Dance classes:

A new term of Ceilí dance classes has commenced on Wednesdays at 8:45pm in Tierworker Hall. All new-comers welcome. For more information please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.

Stations of the Cross:

The Stations of the Cross will take place during Lent immediately after the 7.00pm Mass on Friday, 23^rd March.

Birdwatch, Cavan: DUSK CHORUS BIRD WATCHING EVENT

Birdwatch Ireland, Cavan Branch in conjunction with The Holistic Gardens Retreat Centre presents a visit to the Holistic Gardens, Glasleck, Shercock, Co Cavan, on Friday next, March 23^rd at 6.15pm.

Short walk (weather permitting) followed by Indoor Talk on bird song identification for beginners.

Please dress accordingly. All ages welcome. Children must be supervised by Parents at all times. Donations appreciated. Tea, Coffee and Hot Chocolate in the Centre after the Talk. Contact Eva: 087 135 5502 for further information.

Bridge:

Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Hotel Bailie at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for April and May 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–April 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 22^nd (Sunday, 1.00pm), May 5^th (Saturday 1.30pm) and May 20^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).

Bailieborough Community Bowls:

Bailieborough Community Bowls continues every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members most welcome with free tuition for beginners.

Bailieborough Library:

Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

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

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.

  East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 19th March 2018:  

Saint Patrick’s Day Parades; What a great day! Despite the biting cold Donald Trump joined us and our hurling wall, with Mexicans on the other side, as we made our way firstly through the Kingscourt and then Bailieborough parades. Thanks to all who made the float, Brenden, Des, Kathryn, Tadhg and Miriam. A lot of hard work paid off with prizes won in both parades. Thanks to our Mexicans who would not be used to the cold and to older players Joseph, Daire, Aaron, Gary, Charlie and Michael and to all players and families who paraded with us. Thank you.

Monday Hurling; Most hurling fixtures for 2018, be that Ulster GAA, Monaghan and Cavan GAA will be scheduled for Mondays. Nine counties are beginning to use Monday as their hurling fixtures day this year which is a big step forward for hurling development. We expect all our players ages from U11 upwards to be available to us going forward. There will be no Gaelic football fixtures on Monday, as like last year, so we hope many more Gaels who have not had the opportunity to play hurling will now take this chance as there should be no reason not to as Monday will be free from other GAA activity. The dual GAA star is still out there, join us.

 Under 6/8/10; Training indoors away from the elements continues in Kingscourt on Thursday, no Bailieborough hurling this Friday. ​Thanks to all who registered so far. It will continue until all are registered. You must be registered to be insured to play hurling.

Under 12/13; Outdoor training will return on Monday 26th March. This will also act as registration day for all our older players from U11 upwards.

Under 15; Outdoor training starts 26th March.

Under 17; Cavan Celtic challenge squad training Monday in Breffni Park 6pm. with the competition beginning in early May.

The week ahead; Monday; ​Cavan Celtic Challenge U17 squad training, Breffni Park 3G 6pm.

Thursday; ​ Kingscourt indoors in the Community Centre U6/8/10 6.45-7.45. €3 each.

Friday; ​No Bailieborough hurling indoors this week.

‘Nobody’s Talking To Me’:

The Latin School Players wish to present their play “Nobody’s Talking To Me” by Tommy Marren in the Latin School, Moyne Community Centre on Sunday 1st April, Monday 2nd April, Friday 6th April, Saturday 7th April and Sunday 8th April. Tickets can be purchased in Moyne Cross Stores, Corrigans, Lynches of Arva and McSeains of Cornafean.
Tickets cost €10.
For those living outside the area who wish to purchase a ticket you can ring on 086-6038190 or 086-6059069 between 6pm-9pm only.
This is a hilarious comedy suitable for both young and old. As per other productions the play starts at 8.30pm sharp.

Tanagh Outdoor Centre Easter Camps:

Tanagh’s Kayak Skills Camp 26th-28th March, 10am-2pm daily, suitable for those aged 9-16yrs.

Tanagh’s Forest School 4th-6th April, 10am-2pm daily, suitable for those aged 6-11yrs.

Exciting new mountain bike programme starting at Tanagh ‘Gearing up off road’ . Limited spaces. Gearing up off road Taster session, 4th April, 9.30am-1.30pm, and Tanagh’s Gearing up off road certified programme, 5th+6th April, 9.30am-2.30pm, suitable for those aged 12-16yrs

Book early to avoid disappointment on all these courses. Limited spaces available. Contact Philomena on 049 5552988.

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.

Storm Emma and ‘The Beast from the East’:

During the past week, both of the aforementioned events had an effect on the people living in the town and surrounding areas. From Tuesday of last week, biting cold temperatures were the norm and local shops and supermarkets were quickly sold out of basic foodstuffs. Snow fell on Tuesday night and continued to fall over the next few days with varying degrees of intensity. The local County Council crews were out gritting and salting the main roads around the town which helped traffic to keep moving. The worst of the snow fell on Thursday and Friday and most people heeded the warnings to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Some shops were open for a few hours on Friday afternoon but most stayed closed along with all the local schools. By Saturday morning, Main St. was passable, mainly due to the hard work of the council crews, shop owners and employees and the help of the local farming community and machinery operators who used their machinery to clear the main roads around the town. Most businesses were open for trade and by late Saturday evening, most people were able to replenish their larders with stocks of fresh food. On Sunday, a slight thaw set in but some religious services were cancelled or postponed due to the weather—most notably the Confirmation of local schoolchildren due to be held in St. Annes and which is rescheduled for Sunday next. Most other social events were either cancelled or deferred to a later date along with most sporting activities. At the time of writing (Monday morning), all the main roads are clear into the town and the thaw has well and truly set in, but there still remains a lot of snow on outlying roads and lanes which will take some time to remove.

So, hopefully, the worst storm over the past few years has now gone and life will be able to get back to normal for all the people of Bailieborough and its hinterland.

Confirmation:

Unfortunately, due to health and safety concerns Confirmation was postponed in Bailieborough on Sunday last. Because of the ongoing adverse weather conditions, the poor and impassable state of roads in many parts of the parish and the icy conditions around the church carpark/avenues Fr. Router had no option but to make this decision.

Confirmation is rescheduled for next weekend on Sunday, March 11th, at 3pm. Bishop Leo will not be able to attend as he has a full schedule of confirmations in other parishes until the end of May. Monsignor Liam Kelly, Vicar General of Kilmore Diocese, has agreed to administer confirmation.

The Model N.S.:

The Model School, Bailieborough is now open for enrolment for Junior Infants starting September 2018. For an information pack and enrolment form, please contact: themodelbailieborough@gmail.com or phone the office on 042-9665689.

Knockbride Bazaar:

Following the cancellation on Friday last, March 2^nd, Knockbride Bazaar will now take place in Tunnyduff hall on Friday, 9th March at 9 p.m. Great selection of prizes and everyone welcome.

Women’s World Day of Prayer:

The annual Women’s World Day of Prayer Service will this year be held in Trinity Church, Virginia Road on Friday, March 9^th at 8.00pm (re-arranged due to the bad weather last Friday). The Special Speaker will be Barbara Geddes from Killinkere. Please make a special effort to attend and share in worship with all the Churches in the area. Please also remember men are very welcome!!

FREE Paediatric First Aid Classes: 

Taking place in Bailieborough Library on Thursday, March 8th from 10am-1pm.

All parents and babies are invited to drop in for free demos and advice. Ring 042 9665779 for more information!

Social Dancing:

Social Dancing in the Community Centre this month is on Saturday next, 10^th of March. Music is by the popular Dermot Mc Connell and son. The usual refreshments will be served. Dancing starts at 10.00 and ends at 12.30 in the Community Centre. All welcome.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

Reduce waste and keep Cavan tidy by investing in a reusable blue coffee cup with Cavan logo. Ideal for coffee lovers and Cavan fans. This cup is for sale in Daybreak on Barrack Street. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to the nephews, nieces, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends of Tommie Carolan, Corravilla and late Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Thursday, February 22^nd, in his 99th year, peacefully at the Sacred Heart Nursing Home, Clones. Tommie’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Bridgid’s Church, Knockbride West on Saturday, February 24^th with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

The Open Door Sessions:

This month’s ‘Open Door Sessions’ will take place on Friday, March 16^th, Downstairs at Nixy’s, The Square Bar, commencing at 9.00pm. This month’s arts and music gathering features comedian/poet Dave Hynes, Dublin indie-folk band Pine the Pilcrow and traditional musician Sharon Argue. We’re sure to be in for a great night’s entertainment. All welcome.

Free Computer Classes:

Great interest in this course so dates have been decided – there will be 5 sessions beginning on Thursday March, 8^th, 15^th, 22^nd, 29^th April 5^th from 2pm-4pm here in the library. There are a few places left – a wonderful opportunity for all those who wished they had the confidence to use the Internet. Phone 0429665779 to secure a place! Remember classes are FREE and for ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS!! Participants will need a laptop!

‘Honda Run’:

A motorcycle run will take place on Sunday, March 18^th in aid of raising funds for ‘The Family Comfort Room’ in St. James’s Hospital, Dublin. This run is in memory of the late, Niamh Crosby, Curkish, Bailieborough. Registration will take place from 10.00am to 12 noon, with a 12.15pm start at Enagh House (located approx. 2kms from Virginia on the Virginia—Bailieborough Road). The run distance is 55miles and the entry fee is €20. All bikes are welcome and light refreshments will be served before and after. For further information, please contact: Peter at 087 0910 345 or Brendan, 087 225 8944. Supported by Kangleys 32 County Honda Challenge Club.

Aontas Adult Learners Week:

FREE classes in Bailieborough Library:  FREE introduction to social media class here on Wednesday March 8th at 10am-11pm. Everyone welcome to drop in!. Social Media for beginners; Thursday, March 8^th 10am-1pm Paediatric Massage. Contact 042 9665779 for further details!

Bailieborough Historical Society:

The Bailieborough Historical Society is planning an exhibition of artefacts manufactured in and related to Bailieborough’s industrial past. This will take place during Heritage Week in August. If you have anything that you would like to exhibit, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 0635 856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade:

The Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the town will take place on Saturday, 17th March. The Parade will commence at 2.00pm. This year there will be €1,500 in prizes, prizes for best club, comedy, business, and window display. In an effort to invigorate the parade in our town, we are looking for more help and ideas from you all, we are proposing a special category for clubs in the area with a prize of €500 for best club float or pageant. We’d really appreciate all businesses big or small to put in a float (all entered free). Any ideas please get in touch with any committee member. Also we will need stewards to help on the day for a few hours. Please contact 0868222155 or 0862836157 or any committee member for more information. Floats will have free entry. All help and ideas welcome.

Stations of the Cross:

The Stations of the Cross will take place during Lent immediately after the 7.00pm Mass on Friday, 9^th March, 16^th March and 23^rd March.

Safe Pass:

Safe Pass on Friday 9^th March (€100 lunch included), in Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road. Also Beginners Computer Classes taking place at moment. Call 042-969-4716 or 086-794-9739 to reserve your place.

Bridge:

Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Hotel Bailie at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.

Ballinamoney Parents Association:

Ballinamoney Parents Association are holding a ‘Table Quiz’ in the Royal Breffni, Tierworker on Friday, March 9^th commencing at 9.00pm. 40 per table of four. All welcome.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for March, April and May 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–March 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), March 18^th, (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 22^nd (Sunday, 1.00pm), May 5^th (Saturday 1.30pm) and May 20^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).

Bailieborough Community Bowls:

Bailieborough Community Bowls continues every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members most welcome with free tuition for beginners.

Bailieborough Library:

Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

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

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.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 5th March 2018

 The Beast from the East didn’t stop the McGuigans from Stradone building their own hurler! Full back?

 Child protection; Thanks to all club members who recently completed their child protection course given in the Bailie Hotel by Cavan GAA. Along with Garda vetting and GAA coaching award it ensures all our coaches/mentors/managers have all the requirements to be involved in hurling for the year ahead.

 Saint Patricks Day Parades; This year, for the very first time, we will partake in two parades, in Bailieborough, and for the first time, in Kingscourt. We hope as many of our young hurlers will participate. The float is under construction in a secret location.

 Monday hurling; Most hurling fixtures for 2018, be that Ulster GAA, Monaghan and Cavan GAA will be scheduled for Mondays. Nine counties are beginning to use Monday as their hurling fixtures day this year, which is a big step forward for hurling development. We expect all our players ages from U11 upwards to be available to us going forward. There will be no Gaelic football fixtures on Monday, as like last year, so we hope many more Gaels who have not had the opportunity to play hurling will now take this chance as there should be no reason not to as Monday will be free from other GAA activity. The dual GAA star is still out there, join us.

 Under 6/8/10; Training indoors away from the elements in Kingscourt on Thursday and Bailieborough on Friday. Registration forms will be given out this week with ​registration Thursday 15th March in Kingscourt and Friday 16th March in Bailieborough.

 Under 12/13; Indoor training Thursday 7.45-8.45 in Kingscourt Community Centre. The final round of DKIT blitz is Sunday next. Registration and outdoor training coming soon.

Under 15; Outdoor training coming soon.

 The week ahead;

Thursday;​ Kingscourt indoors in the Community Centre U6/8/10 6.45-7.45. €3 each.

U13 Kingscourt Community Centre 7.45-8.45.

Friday; ​Bailieborough indoors at the BCS sports hall U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8. €3 each.

Tanagh Outdoor Centre Easter Camps: Tanagh’s Kayak Skills Camp 26th-28th March, 10am-2pm daily, suitable for those aged 9-16yrs. Tanagh’s Forest School 4th-6th April, 10am-2pm daily, suitable for those aged 6-11yrs. Exciting new mountain bike programme starting at Tanagh ‘Gearing up off road’ . Limited spaces. Gearing up off road Taster session, 4th April, 9.30am-1.30pm, and Tanagh’s Gearing up off road certified programme, 5th+6th April, 9.30am-2.30pm, suitable for those aged 12-16yrs

Book early to avoid disappointment on all these courses. Limited spaces available. Contact Philomena on 049 5552988.

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 School of Music 30^th Anniversary Concert, Helix, DCU:

Final preparations are in full swing ahead of our big concert in the Helix next weekend. Excitement was building with our students at rehearsals this weekend as they polish up their performances.

Tickets for Sunday February 25^th are still available from the Helix website (www.thehelix.ie) or Box office 01 700 7000.  A few places left on bus for audience members, contact Ann 087 7858509.

It’s not too late for past students who want to take part in our 30^th Anniversary Concert.  Music is available via Facebook page (facebook.com/bailieboro.schoolofmusic) or contact us by email bboro.som@gmail for a copy. There will be a rehearsal for all on Friday evening in the Community School, and again on the day in the Helix.

The Model N.S.:

The Model School, Bailieborough is now open for enrolment for Junior Infants starting September 2018. For an information pack and enrolment form, please contact: themodelbailieborough@gmail.com or phone the office on 042-9665689.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

Reduce waste and keep Cavan tidy by investing in a reusable blue coffee cup with Cavan logo. Ideal for coffee lovers and Cavan fans. This cup is for sale in Daybreak on Barrack Street. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 17-02-2018.  Numbers Drawn; 3, 14, 19, 21.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Glen and Kian Argue; Peter Tully; Tommie Murtagh, Lisduff; Brid Murray, Barrack St. Jackpot next week, €1,700.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort are holding a ‘Round Table Quiz’ in Fox’s, Main St. on Friday evening, February 23^rd, commencing at 9.30pm. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Public Information Meeting:

A Public Information Meeting on the ‘Irish Constitution and the 8^th Amendment’ will take place on Thursday, February 22^nd at 8.30pm, in St. Anne’s Community Centre, Chapel Road. A panel of speakers and video presentation will be followed by refreshments. This is an ideal opportunity to understand what is proposed by the Government in the forthcoming referendum.

Free Computer Classes:

Depending on interest, FREE computer classes will start at the Library. Each class will be for 2hours for a 5-week duration. If you know anyone who would be interested then please ring 042 9665779, or call into the library. Remember classes are FREE and for ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS!! Participants will need a laptop!

Knockbride Bazaar:

The Annual ‘Knockbride Bazaar ‘will take place in Tunnyduff Hall on Friday next, the 23rd February and Friday 2nd March at 9 p.m. each night. Good selection of prizes. Everyone welcome.

Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre for 2018

Call 042-969-4716 / 086-794-9739.

Computers for Beginners—5 Weeks 10 Hours.

Internet and Email—14 Weeks, 42 Hours, Mondays from 7-10pm.

Graphic Design—14 Weeks—42 Hours

Tuesdays from 10-1pm.

Microsoft Word –14 Weeks, 42 Hours.

Thursdays from 10-1 pm.

‘Honda Run’:

A motorcycle run will take place on Sunday, March 18^th in aid of raising funds for ‘The Family Comfort Room’ in St. James’s Hospital, Dublin. This run is in memory of the late, Niamh Crosby, Curkish, Bailieborough. Registration will take place from 10.00am to 12 noon, with a 12.15pm start at Enagh House (located approx. 2kms from Virginia on the Virginia—Bailieborough Road). The run distance is 55miles and the entry fee is €20. All bikes are welcome and light refreshments will be served before and after. For further information, please contact: Peter at 087 0910 345 or Brendan, 087 225 8944. Supported by Kangleys 32 County Honda Challenge Club.

St. Brigid’s N.S., Tunnyduff:

Enrolments are now being taken for St. Brigid’s N.S. Tunnyduff for September 2018. Please telephone the school at 042 9660368 for an enrolment pack.

Closing date for enrolment is 2nd March 2018.

Aontas Adult Learners Week:

FREE classes in Bailieborough Library: Wednesday, March 7^th 10am-1pm Social Media for beginners; Thursday, March 8^th 10am-1pm Paediatric Massage. Contact 042 9665779 for further details!

Cavan Birdwatch:

Cavan Birdwatch branch are meeting on Sunday 25th February at 9.30 a.m. at Crover House Hotel, Mountnugent to visit sites along the shores of Lough Sheelin.

All are welcome to attend. Dress warmly and bring a packed lunch. (3-4 hours approx.).

Contact cavanbirdwatching@gmail.com for more information or phone 087 7735487.

Bailieborough Historical Society:

The Bailieborough Historical Society is planning an exhibition of artefacts manufactured in and related to Bailieborough’s industrial past. This will take place during Heritage Week in August. If you have anything that you would like to exhibit, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 0635 856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade:

The Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the town will take place on Saturday, 17th March. This year there will be €1,500 in prizes, prizes for best club, comedy, business, and window display. Please contact 0868222155 or 0862836157 or any committee member for more information. Floats will have free entry. The next meeting of the committee will take place on Monday 19th February in the Hotel Bailie at 8pm. All help and ideas welcome.

Weekday Masses during Lent:

The Parish Pastoral Council decided to have two early Masses each week during Lent at 8.00am on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Masses on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays will be at the normal times.

Stations of the Cross: The Stations of the Cross will take place during Lent immediately after the 7.00pm Mass on Friday, 23^rd February, 2^nd March, 9^th March, 16^th March and 23^rd March.

5K Walk/Run:

A 5K Walk/Run will take place on Sunday, March 4^th at 12 noon, commencing at the Community Centre, Chapel Road in Bailieborough. Funds raised will help Aisling Claffey towards her participation in an organised trip to Sri Lanka—where Aisling will volunteer in Mental Health Services for four weeks. Your donations and participation are very welcome. Tea afterwards in the Community Centre. Hope to see you there!

Bridge: Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Hotel Bailie at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to sons Gary and Declan, daughters Sharon and Alison, son-in-law, brothers, sisters, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends of Eileen Codd (nee McKenna) 33 Lisgrey Gardens, Bailieborough and formerly of Augushland, Cootehill, Co. Cavan. Eileen passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 3^rd, at home surrounded by her loving family. Eileen’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Michael’s Church, Cootehill on Tuesday, February 6^th with burial afterwards in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Cootehill.

Deepest Sympathy is extended to daughters Mary (Relaghbeg), Cathy (California) and Fionnula (Florida), sons-in-law Michael McEntee and Sean Cumiskey, grandchildren Ben, Ayden, Kevin, Ciara, John, Mickie and Eonch, sister Carrie (Sligo), brothers Brendan (Sligo) and Eamon (England), brother-in-law Gerry Rooney (USA) and extended family and friends of John Kevin Byrne, Relaghbeg, Bailieborough and formerly, Carrick Road, Shercock, Co. Cavan and Connecticut, USA who passed away on Friday, 9th February 2018, peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital. John was predeceased by his wife Kathleen and granddaughter Amanda. John’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Patrick’s Church, Tierworker on Monday, February 12^th, with funeral afterwards to Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Paul, children Jack, Nathan and Courteney, mother Rose, sisters Antonette, Noreen and Mary, brother Thomas, father-in-law Denis, mother-in-law Mary, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces and extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Aisling Renihan (nee Smyth) Relaghbeg, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan who passed away on Wednesday, 31st January 2018, suddenly in St. Vincent’s Hospital, Dublin. Aisling’s Funeral Mass took place in St Patrick’s Church, Tierworker on Saturday, February 3^rd with funeral afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

Bailieborough Mental Health Association:

The Bailieborough Mental Health Association would like to extend their sincere thanks to all who supported their recent quiz. Thanks to all the participants, to all the sponsors and of course to the Bailie Hotel.

Birdwatch Ireland is hosting a training session for surveying in Cavan. If you feel that it is something you might like to get involved in, please read the information and follow the link below to register.

The session is a joint CBS/I-WeBS training day. Its aim is to try and recruit some new survey participants and also to give existing surveyors a chance to come along and share experiences.

24^th March (Sat): Farnham Arms Hotel, Cavan.

Both these surveys are long-term projects and very important tools for monitoring how our breeding birds and wetland sites are faring. As a certain level of identification skill is required to carry out the two surveys (and for CBS you would need to be pretty familiar with songs and calls of a good range of our common and widespread species) we suggest you have a look at these two lists below:

CBS list: (by sight & sound): Mistle Thrush, Blackcap, Redpoll, Willow Warbler, Sedge Warbler, Reed Bunting, Dunnock, Treecreeper. And by sight only: Merlin and Whinchat.

I-WeBS list: (by sight only): Wigeon, Teal, Tufted Duck, Goldeneye, Pochard, Knot, Dunlin, Bar-tailed Godwit, Black-tailed Godwit, Greenland White-fronted Goose.

If you could readily identify a minimum of 7 of these CBS or I-WeBS species in the field, then you should be OK. If you have trouble with them, then perhaps these sessions (and these surveys) will be a bit too advanced for you.

The Countryside Bird Survey (CBS) is carried out between 1^st April and 30^th June. It involves two early morning walks to count birds in a 1km square – the work is done by 9 AM!

The Irish Wetland Bird Survey (I-WeBS) is carried out from September to March. Estuaries, lakes, marshes and other wetlands across the country are counted once a month during the autumn, winter and early spring.

Each session will have the same format, starting at 10.00hrs with an entertaining slide show explaining how and why we do these surveys and there will be lots of tips on identification. After lunch (provided), we will have a short outdoor field trip to give you a chance to put theory into practice. We will be finished around 15.30hrs. The sessions are very relaxed and easy going, but also, we hope, informative. All instruction, tea, coffee, biscuits and lunch are free.

If you would like to take part in one of these training days, please register your interest as soon as possible at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Y995Z3P.    We will confirm your place on the session and supply you with directions for the venue and details of what to bring etc when you sign up.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for February, March, April and May 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–February 24^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), March 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), March 18^th, (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 22^nd (Sunday, 1.00pm), May 5^th (Saturday 1.30pm) and May 20^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).

Bailieborough Community Bowls: Bailieborough Community Bowls continues every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members most welcome with free tuition for beginners.

Bailieborough Library:

Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

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

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.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 19th February 2018

The mid term is over so time to get moving…….

Under 6/8/10;

The great work continues. Training indoors away from the elements in Kingscourt on Thursday and Bailieborough on Friday.

Under 12/13;

Well done to the lads who had 3 good wins at DKIT blitz in Dundalk on Sunday morning. Focus now shifts to outdoor hurling with the first of Cavan Academy hurling on Monday from 6.45 on the 3G at Breffni Park.

Indoor training Thursday 7.45-8.45 in Kingscourt Community Centre.

Under 15;

Academy training on Monday on the 3G at Breffni Park.

The week ahead;

Thursday; Kingscourt indoors in the Community Centre U6/8/10 6.45-7.45. €3 each. U13 Kingscourt Community Centre 7.45-8.45.

Friday; Bailieborough indoors at the BCS sports hall U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8. €3 each.

Child protection course in the Bailie from 7pm.

Tanagh Learn to Paddle course starting on Tuesday 6^th of March. This course will run for 4 weeks, every Tuesday from 10am-1pm. Suitable for Adults. Learn to paddle is subsidised by Age and Opportunity Go for Life Programme. Limited spaces so book early. Booking and Payment in advance is essential with Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre. Contact Philomena on 049-5552988 for more information

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.