Bailieborough Town Centre First Plan:The draft plan will be available for viewing in  Bailieborough Library until Monday, 28^th  August, during Library opening hours.

Bailieborough Community Resource House.

New and additional directors and trustees invited.

The board of directors / trustees of Bailieborough Community Resource House invites expressions of interest in joining the Board of Directors / Trustees of the Charity. Expressions of interest can be sent via email to bailieboroughresourcehouse@gmail.com

Fr. Anthony Fagan’s Retirement Mass: Fr. Anthony Fagan is retiring fromactive ministry in Knockbride Parish at the end of August. A special Thanksgiving Mass will be celebrated in West Knockbride Church (Tunnyduff) on tomorrow evening, Thursday, August 24^th at 7.00pm. The Mass will be followed by refreshments in Tunnyduff Hall. All are welcome to attend.

Best Wishes: Good Luck and Best Wishes are extended to the Killann Under 13 Ladies Football team, who play in the All Ireland Finals of the Community Games in Carlow on Sunday next.

Bailieborough Heritage Society:  Old Church of Ireland Graveyard:The clean up continues for the month of August. Tuesday evenings at 19.00 and Saturdays at 10.00  Volunteers Welcome. Bring gloves and garden rakes.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd  Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.

Walking Tour: Walking Tour to commemorate the 225^th  anniversary of The 1798 Battle of Rebel Hill on Sunday next,  August 27^th  at 2pm. Meeting in the carpark of the Shercock rd/Drumkeery entrance to Bailieborough Forest.

Everyone welcome to this free event.

For more information contact John at Bailieborough Courthouse on 042 9666520 or john@bailieborough.com

Congratulations and Well Done: Congratulations and Well Done to the Bailieborough Shamrocks Under 13 Ladies side who defeated Shercock G.F.C. In the final of the U13 Girls Summer League Div 1, held in Knockbride on last Friday evening. The game was tough and played in terrible conditions. The girls won on a scoreline of Bailieborough 4—6 to Shercock’s 1—6.  Well done girls.

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, August 23^rd : Lough Muckno, Castleblaney: Easy Walk, approx. 1.5hours. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.30pm. Enter Castle Grounds through gates off Market Square, Castleblaney. Meeting at Hope Castle. Walk commences at 7.15pm. Wednesday, August 30^th: Killinkere: Easy walk, approx 1 to 1.5 hours. Meeting at Killinkere  Leisure Centre at 7.15pm.  Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.50pm.  All welcome.

Blessing of the Graves, 2023: The Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 3^rd at 12 noon.

Each family is asked to bring a little bottle of Holy Water to bless your family plot. Toilets will be available in the cemetery grounds. If you are tidying your plot, please bring a bag with you and take home anything that you are removing from your family plot.

Bailieborough Heritage:Lecture will take place at Bailieborough Library on Tuesday, August 29^th  at 7pm.

‘2013-2023. A Photographic Reflection on the Decade of Centenaries – How a photographer contributed to Recording the Historic Anniversaries in Ireland’.

Patrick Hugh Lynch, an independent photographer and researcher returns to Bailieborough to present a unique insight into a photographer’s contribution to a number of seminal events that were held during the Decade of Centenaries.

Patrick’s father was Patsy Lynch, from Market Square, Bailieborough, a famous Cavan Footballer in the 1930’s. All are welcome to this FREE event!

Bailieborough Library:

The next Bookclub Meeting is on Tuesday, September 26^th  at 6.30pm and the book to be discussed is ‘The Appeal’ by Janice Hallett! New members are always welcome and copies of the book are available at the Library desk 

As we approach the end of August, remember that any child starting school this year is entitled to a Free Book Bag at their local library!!

If they are not already a library member, it is free to join!

Make sure you collect yours before they’re all gone!!

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Hubert, heartbroken children Denise, Vincent, Robert and Sinéad, Sinéad’s fiance Joe, brothers Pat and Sylvester, grandchildren Dearbhla, Aoibheann, Roisín, Caoimhe and Evelyn, daughters-in-law Vivienne and Sheena, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and a large circle of friends on the death of Margaret Mulhall (nee McArdle), Rakeevan, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, who passed away on Saturday, 12^th  August 2023, suddenly at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Margaret’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Thursday, August 17^th and afterwards, Margaret’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery. 

Presentation Night : Saturday, August 26^th: Presentation night of the recent Mattie Cahill Fundraising event in the Royal Breffni, Tierworker from 9.30pm. Monies (€95,000) will be presented on the night. Cathal Dolan will provide the music. Admission free and all are welcome.

Bailieborough Craft Group: The Group meets every Friday from 10am-12.30pm in the Library and new members are always welcome regardless of talents or skills.

Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Ken , daughters Caroline, Fiona and Julie, son Peter, sisters Nuala, Rose, Martina, Colette, Claire, Geraldine and Carmel, grandchildren, sister in law, brothers in law, nieces, nephews and extended family and friends on the death of Mary Curtis (nee Clarke) U.K and formerly Monaghanoose, Bailieborough, Cavan, who passed away on  Wednesday, 16^th  August 2023, peacefully at her residence in the U.K. Mary was predeceased by her brothers P.J and Denis.

Mary’s Funeral will take place in U.K. A memorial Mass will take place in Bailieborough at a later date.

Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the first Thursday of each month on Thursday, September 7^th  2023 from 2pm-4.30pm. No appointment is necessary.

FREE study space and WIFI available here for all who are in the middle of studying. Other services for students include printing, photocopying, local history/history resources, reference books, public PCs, staff advice, comfortable warm spaces. All are welcome!

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: Bailieboro Celtic AFC are holding an Open training session for our Girls teams; U12(born 2012/2013) /U14(born 2010/2011) in preparation for the upcoming 2023/2024 CMUL winter season on this Wednesday evening,  23^rd  August, from 6-7pm at The Vale soccer grounds. No previous experience playing soccer necessary.

New friends, new skills and plenty of fun guaranteed.

U-14 BOYS TRAINING

Training for the Bailieboro Celtic Under-14 boys takes place every Wednesday evening from 7pm-8pm. All new and old players welcome! Contact Ollie Kierans for all enquiries.

St. Vincent De Paul: Annual Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine on Saturday, September 9^th: Booking with Noel on 087 265 4787. A coach will be leaving Bailieborough Community Centre at a time to be arranged later.

To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.

Cavan Institute Open Day: Friday, September 1^st from 9.00am to 4.00pm.: If you are taking a gap year, undecided on which career path you wish to take, deferring your CAO course or returning to education to upskill or re-train, please drop in and discuss your options.

Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.:  

 Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!

Walk, Jog or Run:  Run, Walk or Jog takes place at 8pm at the Chapel car park, Lakeshore, Bailieborough on every Monday and Wednesday. It’s a fun, free activity, all newcomers welcome.  All welcome. 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 21st August 2023

Seniors; Attention will turn to the new Cootehill Hurling 7s competition in September before the league starts. Training will return in the next few weeks.

Under 17/15/13/11/9/7; Congratulations to ECGs Liam Brady, Shane Kelly, Finan Kerr,Haiyden Hanratty and Ben O’Flaherty who played and won for Cavan U15s v Louth in Darver on Saturday last.

The U11s had a good game in difficult conditions away to Inniskeen on Friday last. The final round of the league is away to Monaghan Harps on Sunday next.

Under 7 and Under 9 return in September.

The week ahead:

Sunday; U11s away to Monaghan Harps 11am.

Club contacts;

7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

Bailieborough Town Centre First Plan:

Cavan County Council is holding a Community Drop-In Event in the Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough today, Wednesday 16th August from 4pm to 7pm, to enable the local community, and stakeholders give their feedback on emerging ideas and proposals in the Town Centre First Plan for Bailieborough. Everyone is welcome to attend.

The draft plan will be available for viewing in  Bailieborough Library from Wednesday, August 16^th  to Monday, 28^th  August.

Bailieborough Heritage Society:  Old Church of Ireland Graveyard:The clean up continues for the month of August. Tuesday evenings at 19.00 and Saturdays at 10.00  Volunteers Welcome. Bring gloves and garden rakes.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd  Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.

Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, August 16^th : Dartry Forest, Cootehill: Medium Walk, Approx. 1.5 hours: Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.45pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm at the carpark on the Cootehill to Rockcorry Road R188, 1km from Cootehill on the right, before Abbotts factory. 

Wednesday, August 23^rd : Lough Muckno, Castleblaney: Easy Walk, approx. 1.5hours. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.30pm. Enter Castle Grounds through gates off Market Square, Castleblaney. Meeting at Hope Castle. Walk commences at 7.15pm. All welcome.

Blessing of the Graves, 2023: The Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 3^rd at 12 noon.

The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Killann Old Cemetery on Saturday next, August 19^th at 7.00pm and the Blessing of the Graves will take place at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Shercock on Sunday, August 20^th, immediately after 11.30am, Mass. Parishioners are asked to bring a bottle of Holy Water to their gravesides. Ordinary water will also be blessed on the day.

Bailieborough Heritage:Lecture will take place at Bailieborough Library on Tuesday, August 29^th  at 7pm.

‘2013-2023. A Photographic Reflection on the Decade of Centenaries – How a photographer contributed to Recording the Historic Anniversaries in Ireland’.

Patrick Hugh Lynch, an independent photographer and researcher returns to Bailieborough to present a unique insight into a photographer’s contribution to a number of seminal events that were held during the Decade of Centenaries.

Patrick’s father was Patsy Lynch, from Market Square, Bailieborough, a famous Cavan Footballer in the 1930’s. All are welcome to this FREE event!

Bailieborough Library:Celebrating National Heritage Week Living Heritage Craft Exhibition at the Library until Saturday August 19^th ,open during Library hours. There will also be FREE demonstrations and craft activities for all ages on Saturday August 19^th from 11AM TO 1PM. Everyone is welcome!

The Bailieborough Library Book Club is taking a one month holiday. The next meeting will take place on September 26^th . The book we will be discussing will be announced later this month!

FREE library book bag available at the Library for all children starting school in September 2023.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Paddy,  brothers Padraic, Brian, Ambrose and Phelim, sisters Mary, Susan, Paula, Kitty and Barbara, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends on the death of Geraldine Daly (née Brady), Seefin, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Saturday, 5^th  August 2023 unexpectedly at her residence. Geraldine was predeceased by her parents Rosie and Benny.  

Geraldine’s Funeral and Cremation took place at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan on Thursday, 10^th  August.

Save the date: Saturday, August 26^th: Presentation night of the recent Mattie Cahill Fundraising event in the Royal Breffni, Tierworker from 9.00pm. Cathal Dolan will provide the music. All welcome.

Bailieborough Craft Group: The Group meets every Friday from 10am-12.30pm in the Library and new members are always welcome regardless of talents or skills.

Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the first Thursday of each month on Thursday, September 7^th  2023 from 2pm-4.30pm. No appointment is necessary.

FREE study space and WIFI available here for all who are in the middle of studying. Other services for students include printing, photocopying, local history/history resources, reference books, public PCs, staff advice, comfortable warm spaces. All are welcome!

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: U-14 BOYS TRAINING

Training for the Bailieboro Celtic Under-14 boys takes place every Wednesday evening from 7pm-8pm. All new and old players welcome! Contact Ollie Kierans for all enquiries.

St. Vincent De Paul: To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.

National Heritage Week: A ‘Living Heritage Craft Exhibition’ continues in Bailieborough Library until this Saturday, August 19^th as part of National Heritage week. On Saturday, August 19^th, there will be free demonstrations and and Craft activities for all ages. The opening hours of the Exhibition are as follows: Wednesday, August 16^th from 10.00am to 5.15pm, Thursday, August 17^th from 10.00am to 8.30pm, Friday, August 18^th from 10.00am to 5.15pm and Saturday, August 19^th from 11.00am to 1.00pm and 2.15pm to 5.15pm. All welcome.

Some crafts are in danger of becoming extinct as they rely on skilled hands passing the techniques down through the generations.
As we become a more technology based society and with little or no crafts taught in schools we are in danger of losing some traditional crafts for good!
Bailieborough has a rich pool of crafters creating all kinds of objects from textiles, wool, wood and more and we hope to put a shining light on to some heritage craft practices.
Our exhibition and demo day will showcase a variety heritage crafts where visitors can watch crafters at work and try some crafts for themselves and maybe they will be inspired to start a new creative hobby.

Fifty Year Commemoration: Wellman International Ltd are 50 years in businness, this year. To mark this special occasion, they are holding a ‘Service of Thanksgiving and Celebration’ on Friday, August 18^th at 7.00pm, in the Sports Centre, Mullagh. All past and present employees are invited to the Service. Refreshments will be served in the Killian’s Lodge Hotel, after the event.

Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.:  

 Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!

Moybologue Historical Society: Join the committee of Moybologue Historical Society and Kevin Barton, Archaeological Geophysicist (www.lgs.ie) for an update on the fieldwork, conservation work and promotional activities undertaken at Moybologue church and graveyard to date, as well as a discussion on what the future might hold for this wonderful space and resource in our local community on Wednesday, August 16^th from 7.30pm to 8.30pm at St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker.
The occasion will also mark the formal launch of the digital audio guide and visitor information brochure for Moybologue church and graveyard. Refreshments served afterwards.

Relaghbeg Fundraising Committee: ‘Family Fun Day’ at Smyths Bar Relaghbeg on Sunday, August 20^th  from 2pm until 5pm. Fittest Family challenge, Bouncy Castle, Outdoor games, Face Painting, Food and music by D.J Deano. Free entry and the event takes place in the field beside, Smyths Bar Relaghbeg. All welcome.

Walk, Jog or Run:  Run, Walk or Jog is back for the lovely bright evenings at 8pm at the Chapel car park, Lakeshore, Bailieborough on every Monday and Wednesday. It’s a fun, free activity, all newcomers welcome.  Other activities will be added as the weeks go on, like open water swimming, cycling and kayaking. All welcome. 

Words on Water: Friends of Castle Lake Catchment presents: To celebrate National Heritage Week—Living Heritage on Saturday, August 19^th at 12 noon, at the Castle Lake, Bailieborough (Drumkeery car park entrance). Ben Malone –local Authority Waters Pogramme—will give a talk on The Science of Life Under Water.

Fidel Hogan Walshe (Poet) will weave her Nature Inspired Poetry and Elizabeth McKenna (Birdwatch Ireland) will talk about, What Lives Above the Water. All welcome.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 14th August 2023

Seniors;

Cavan SHC Final

Cootehill 2-19

East Cavan Gaels 3-14

The dust has settled on the Championship and Cootehill have retained their title but not without a serious test of their mettle by our lads. Ultimately the poor start was to cost us but we were toe to toe with the Champions for most of the game and the lads now know the level they need to be at to claim the ultimate prize. We are extremely proud of their efforts and there is still a league title to defend later in the Autumn. Many thanks to all who came out in big numbers to support the lads.

Under 17/15/13/11/9/7;

Congratulations to Lee Barry who has been selected to play for the Ulster U16 squad. Another top class ECG player getting to play at the highest level.

Cavan U15 league should start in September. Lots of our lads working well with Bo Last on the Cavan U15 Development squad with upcoming games v Louth and Longford.

Cavan U13 league will start in September.

The U11s have two more rounds of the Monaghan league v Inniskeen on Friday and Monaghan Harps on Sunday tbc.

The U7s and U9s will return indoors in early September.

Hurling/Camogie Cúl camp;

The first Cavan GAA organised hurling/camogie Cul Camp was a great success in Bailieborough GAA club this past week. Thanks to Keith Greene and his team for making it a success. We hope that this will become an annual fixture in the calendar.

The week ahead: Monday’s; U11 training 6pm, U13/15 training 7pm, both on the astro. County U15 training 6-7.15pm Kingspan Breffni 3G.

Friday; U11s away to Inniskeen 7pm

Sunday; U11s home to Monaghan Harps, tbc.

Club contacts;

7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

Bailieborough Town Centre First Plan:

Cavan County Council is holding a Community Drop-In Event in the Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough on Wednesday 16th August from 4pm to 7pm, to enable the local community, and stakeholders give their feedback on emerging ideas and proposals in the Town Centre First Plan for Bailieborough. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Bailieborough Heritage Society:  Volunteers wanted to clean up the Old Church of Ireland Graveyard, on Tuesday evenings from 19.00 to 20.30 and on Saturday’s from 10 am ‘til noon. This will continue for the month of August. Please bring your own gardening tools.

Heritage Week: Bailieborough Heritage will lead a walk and talk around the Vale area on Saturday, 12^th  August at 3.00pm. Meet at the Hideout car park. Refreshments will be served afterwards. This event is supported by Cavan Heritage Office.

Mattie’s Fundraiser: Many thanks to everybody who contributed to the recent Cancer Funraiser, in Tierworker, which turned out to be a huge success.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd  Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.

Bailieborough Walking Group:  Wednesday, August 9^th: Bailieborough Town Walk: Medium Walk, approx. 1.5hrs. Walk commences at Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road, Bailieborough, at 7.15pm. As part of Heritage Week, this will be an informative walk.

Wednesday, August 16^th : Dartry Forest, Cootehill: Medium Walk, Approx. 1.5 hours: Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.45pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm at the carpark on the Cootehill to Rockcorry Road R188, 1km from Cootehill on the right, before Abbotts factory.  All welcome.

Blessing of the Graves, 2023: The Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 3^rd at 12 noon.

The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Killann Old Cemetery on Saturday, August 19^th at 7.00pm and the Blessing of the Graves will take place at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Shercock on Sunday, August 20^th, immediately after 11.30am, Mass. 

Cavan Kayakarun: The 12^th  edition of the Cavan Kayakarun takes place on Saturday , August 12^th  , starting at 12 noon from Gallonray House , Maudabawn.

The race will follow the same route as last year, starting with a 4 k run from Gallonray House and coming back to there. Competitors will then transition to their bikes and head out on a 16k cycle which will take them to Barnagrow Lake. There they will swop their bikes for kayaks and take to the water for a 1.5k row. Back on dry land, its on the bikes again for an 18k cycle which will bring them back to Gallonray House to complete the final hurdle, a 4k run on the same course as the starting loop. Best wishes to all taking part.

Bailieborough Library:The Bailieborough Library Book Club is taking a one month holiday. The next meeting will take place on September 26^th . The book we will be discussing will be announced later this month!

FREE library book bag available at the Library for all children starting school in September 2023.

Bailieborough Craft Group: The Group meets every Friday from 10am-12.30pm in the Library and new members are always welcome regardless of talents or skills.

Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the first Thursday of each month on Thursday, September 7^th  2023 from 2pm-4.30pm. No appointment is necessary.

FREE study space and WIFI available here for all who are in the middle of studying. Other services for students include printing, photocopying, local history/history resources, reference books, public PCs, staff advice, comfortable warm spaces. All are welcome!

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: U-14 BOYS TRAINING

Training for the Bailieboro Celtic Under-14 boys starts next Wednesday the 9^th  of August, from 7pm-8pm. All new and old players welcome!

Contact Ollie Kierans for all enquiries.

 We would like to say a massive thank you to Kieran Donohoe at Fáilte Bar who has kindly sponsored new match balls, shorts and socks for the Bailieboro Celtic Senior Men’s team.

The support is greatly appreciated from all here at Bailieboro Celtic, this will go a long way in helping the lads as they prepare to return to action very soon.

St. Vincent De Paul: To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.

National Heritage Week: A ‘Living Heritage Craft Exhibition’ will take place in Bailieborough Library from next Friday, August 11^th to Saturday, August 19^th as part of National Heritage week. On Saturday, August 19^th, there will be free demonstrations and and Craft activities for all ages. The opening hours of the Exhibition are as follows: Saturday, August 12^th from 10.15am to 5.15pm, Tuesday, August 15^th from 1.00pm to 8.30pm, Wednesday, August 16^th from 10.00am to 5.15pm, Thursday, August 17^th from 10.00am to 8.30pm, Friday, August 18^th from 10.00am to 5.15pm and Saturday, August 19^th from 11.00am to 1.00pm and 2.15pm to 5.15pm. All welcome.

Some crafts are in danger of becoming extinct as they rely on skilled hands passing the techniques down through the generations.
As we become a more technology based society and with little or no crafts taught in schools we are in danger of losing some traditional crafts for good!
Bailieborough has a rich pool of crafters creating all kinds of objects from textiles, wool, wood and more and we hope to put a shining light on to some heritage craft practices.
Our exhibition and demo day will showcase a variety heritage crafts where visitors can watch crafters at work and try some crafts for themselves and maybe they will be inspired to start a new creative hobby.

Fifty Year Commemoration: Wellman International Ltd are 50 years in businness, this year. To mark this special occasion, they are holding a ‘Service of Thanksgiving and Celebration’ on Friday, August 18^th at 7.00pm, in the Sports Centre, Mullagh. All past and present employees are invited to the Service. Refreshments will be served in the Killian’s Lodge Hotel, after the event.

Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.:  

 Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!

Moybologue Historical Society: Join the committee of Moybologue Historical Society and Kevin Barton, Archaeological Geophysicist (www.lgs.ie) for an update on the fieldwork, conservation work and promotional activities undertaken at Moybologue church and graveyard to date, as well as a discussion on what the future might hold for this wonderful space and resource in our local community on Wednesday, August 16^th from 7.30pm to 8.30pm at St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker.
The occasion will also mark the formal launch of the digital audio guide and visitor information brochure for Moybologue church and graveyard. Refreshments served afterwards.

Relaghbeg Fundraising Committee: ‘Family Fun Day’ at Smyths Bar Relaghbeg on Sunday, August 20^th  from 2pm until 5pm. Fittest Family challenge, Bouncy Castle, Outdoor games, Face Painting, Food and music by D.J Deano. Free entry and the event takes place in the field beside, Smyths Bar Relaghbeg. All welcome.

Walk, Jog or Run:  Run, Walk or Jog is back for the lovely bright evenings at 8pm at the Chapel car park, Lakeshore, Bailieborough on every Monday and Wednesday. It’s a fun, free activity, all newcomers welcome.  Other activities will be added as the weeks go on, like open water swimming, cycling and kayaking. All welcome. 

Words on Water: Friends of Castle Lake Catchment presents: To celebrate National Heritage Week—Living Heritage on Saturday, August 19^th at 12 noon, at the Castle Lake, Bailieborough (Drumkeery car park entrance). Ben Malone –local Authority Waters Pogramme—will give a talk on The Science of Life Under Water.

Fidel Hogan Walshe (Poet) will weave her Nature Inspired Poetry and Elizabeth McKenna (Birdwatch Ireland) will talk about, What Lives Above the Water. All welcome.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Club contacts;

7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

Local Boy is ‘Woodies Heroes Ambassador’:

Eight year old Daniel Gilsenan from Bailieborough and his dog Piper are this year’s Woodie’s Heroes ambassadors on behalf of Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland.

This is the 9^th  year of the Woodie’s Heroes Campaign which has raised €3 million for Irish children’s charities since 2015.

Daniel’s father Mark says Piper has not just changed Daniel’s life but the family as a whole.

He added that before Piper’s arrival Daniel was a constant “flight risk” and even the simplest of tasks of going to the shop for milk was extremely difficult.

However, since Piper joined the household, Mark says the whole family’s lives has been transformed.

It costs €25,000 to fully train an autism assistance dog, however the funds raised through Woodie’s Heroes campaign will enable AADI to train more puppies and change the lives of more children who need the support of a dog like Piper.

Pastoral Council: Thanks to the Pastoral Council for organising a wonderful Parish Day last Sunday. Thanks to the huge number of parishioners who turned out for the walk and enjoyed the beautiful refreshments afterwards in the Community Centre. Thanks also to the Gardai, to John Brady for sharing some local history with us as we walked and to Peter Mc Cabe, who was available to provide medical assistance.

Bailieborough Heritage Society:  Volunteers wanted to clean up the Old Church of Ireland Graveyard, commencing this Tuesday evening 4^th August from 19.00 to 20.30 and on Saturday at 10 am ‘til noon. This will continue for the month of August. Please bring your own gardening tools.

Moybologue: The Blessing of the Graves in Moybologue will take place on Sunday next, August 6^th after 11.15am Mass. Please note, change of Mass time, [New cemetery first, followed by the Old graveyard].

Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine: The Parish is running a bus to Knock for the Diocesan Pilgrimage on Wednesday, August 9^th. To book a seat please contact the Parish Office during office hours only by Friday next, August 4^th.

Heritage Week: Bailieborough Heritage will lead a walk and talk around the Vale area on Saturday, 12^th  August at 3.00. Meet at the Hideout car park. Refreshments will be served afterwards. This event is supported by Cavan Heritage Office.

Congratulations to Patsy and Frances Pritchard, Cavan Road,  who celebrated the Golden Jubilee of their marriage at Mass on Saturday evening last.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd  Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.

Bailieborough Walking Group: 

 Wednesday, August 2^nd: Lough Curragh Lake: Medium Walk, 1.5 hours approx. Leaving Tesco Carpark at 6.45pm. Walk commences at Lough Curragh Lake at 7.15pm. 12 kms from Bailieborough on the Cavan Road. Carpark on the left, just after the Lake.

Wednesday, August 9^th: Bailieborough Town Walk: Medium Walk, approx. 1.5hrs. Walk commences at Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road, Bailieborough, at 7.15pm. As part of Heritage Week, this will be an informative walk.  All welcome.

Blessing of the Graves, 2023: The Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 3^rd at 12 noon.

The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Killann Old Cemetery on Saturday, August 19^th at 7.00pm and the Blessing of the Graves will take place at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Shercock on Sunday, August 20^th, immediately after 11.30am, Mass. 

Summer Showcase 2023: Bailieborough Creative Hub are hosting  their annual ‘Summer Showcase’ Art Exhibition in the old Bailieborough Courthouse until Monday, August 7^th. Come along and support the artists. Everyone is welcome.

Cavan Kayakarun: The 12^th  edition of the Cavan Kayakarun takes place on Saturday , August 12^th  , starting at 12 noon from Gallonray House , Maudabawn.

The race will follow the same route as last year, starting with a 4 k run from Gallonray House and coming back to there. Competitors will then transition to their bikes and head out on a 16k cycle which will take them to Barnagrow Lake. There they will swop their bikes for kayaks and take to the water for a 1.5k row. Back on dry land, its on the bikes again for an 18k cycle which will bring them back to Gallonray House to complete the final hurdle, a 4k run on the same course as the starting loop. Best wishes to all taking part.

Bailieborough Library:Due to popular demand, ‘The Man Who Wanted to Fly’ Bobby Coote Exhibition will remain open until Tuesday,  August 8^th . The exhibition may be viewed during library opening hours, and all are welcome.

FREE library book bag available at the Library for all children starting school in September 2023.

Bailieborough Craft Group: The Group meets every Friday from 10am-12.30pm in the Library and new members are always welcome regardless of talents or skills.

Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the first Thursday of each month on Thursday, August 3^rd 2023 from 2pm-4.30pm. No appointment is necessary.

FREE study space and WIFI available here for all who are in the middle of studying. Other services for students include printing, photocopying, local history/history resources, reference books, public PCs, staff advice, comfortable warm spaces. All are welcome!

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: Bailieboro Celtic are hosting a ‘Family Fun Day’ on Sunday next, August 6^th from 12 noon to 3.00pm at the Vale grounds. Bouncy Castles, 5-a side games, Ducking Chair, Cross Bar Challenge and a BBQ are just some of the events taking place. All welcome.

St. Vincent De Paul: To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.

National Heritage Week: A ‘Living Heritage Craft Exhibition’ will take place in Bailieborough Library from Friday, August 11^th to Saturday, August 19^th as part of National Heritage week. On Saturday, August 19^th, there will be free demonstrations and and Craft activities for all ages. The opening hours of the Exhibition are as follows: Saturday, August 12^th from 10.15am to 5.15pm, Tuesday, August 15^th from 1.00pm to 8.30pm, Wednesday, August 16^th from 10.00am to 5.15pm, Thursday, August 17^th from 10.00am to 8.30pm, Friday, August 18^th from 10.00am to 5.15pm and Saturday, August 19^th from 11.00am to 1.00pm and 2.15pm to 5.15pm. All welcome.

Some crafts are in danger of becoming extinct as they rely on skilled hands passing the techniques down through the generations.
As we become a more technology based society and with little or no crafts taught in schools we are in danger of losing some traditional crafts for good!
Bailieborough has a rich pool of crafters creating all kinds of objects from textiles, wool, wood and more and we hope to put a shining light on to some heritage craft practices.
Our exhibition and demo day will showcase a variety heritage crafts where visitors can watch crafters at work and try some crafts for themselves and maybe they will be inspired to start a new creative hobby.

Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.:  

 Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!

Moybologue Historical Society: Join the committee of Moybologue Historical Society and Kevin Barton, Archaeological Geophysicist (www.lgs.ie) for an update on the fieldwork, conservation work and promotional activities undertaken at Moybologue church and graveyard to date, as well as a discussion on what the future might hold for this wonderful space and resource in our local community on Wednesday, August 16^th from 7.30pm to 8.30pm at St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker.
The occasion will also mark the formal launch of the digital audio guide and visitor information brochure for Moybologue church and graveyard. Refreshments served afterwards.

Walk, Jog or Run:  Run, Walk or Jog is back for the lovely bright evenings at 8pm at the Chapel car park, Lakeshore, Bailieborough on every Monday and Wednesday. It’s a fun, free activity, all newcomers welcome.  Other activities will be added as the weeks go on, like open water swimming, cycling and kayaking. All welcome. 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – ANNOUNCEMENT!

14 years since our foundation, 6 since we started an adult section and 1 year since annexing our first domestic silverware in winning the League our Seniors have qualified for the CAVAN SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL!!!!

It will be played on Sunday next, August 6^th  at 1pm in Kingspan Breffni v Cootehill Celtic.

This is another significant step in the development of this squad backboned by some superb young local talent who have spent many years learning and honing their craft, with the addition of some immensely talented lads who’ve come to live and work in our community.

We encourage all Gaels from our local communities to come and support the lads as they go in search of a first, historic, championship.

The challenge is tough. Reigning Champions Cootehill will be a stern test for our lads but one they are up for!

Stick the date in the diary, Sunday August 6th 1pm

Club contacts;

7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.