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.

COME JOIN CATHERINE AND EUGENE FOR THE CHAT AND THE CRAIC AT THIS STUNNING LOCATION FOR YOUR FAVORITE COFFEES AND SWEET TREATS, THE BEST HOT-CHOCOLATE WITH MARSHMALLOWS AND ICE-CREAMS WITH ALL YOUR FAVORITE TOPPINGS.

OPEN FOR BUSINESS SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 9.30AM-5PM

Parish Walk and Gathering: Sunday, July 23^rd; The Parish Pastoral Council has designated Sunday, July 23^rd as a Parish Day. People are invited to meet at the Community Centre at 1.30pm to participate in a leisurely 3km Walk from the Community Centre to the Brothers Graves in the wood and back again to the Community Centre for refreshments. Those who can’t participate in the walk are invited to the Community Centre for refreshments, music and chat at 3.oopm. This invitation is open to all age groups and all in our Parish community. Please let people know and reach out the hand of friendship to those who may need transport.

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.

Art Exhibition: Bailieborough Library is delighted to host an exhibition of artwork by local man Bobby Coote, star of the production ‘The Man Who Wanted to Fly’. The Exhibition was opened by local historian Eugene Markey on Thursday, June 29^th , and will remain on view until end of July during Library opening hours! All are welcome!

Bailieborough Walking Group: 

Wednesday, July 5^th: Barnagrow Lough, Knockbride: Medium Walk, approx 1.5 hrs. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.45pm. Meeting at the Church of Ireland, Knockbride at 7.00pm—on the Canningstown/Shercock road. From there to follow our leader’s car to start of walk.

Wednesday, July 12^th : Deerpark Forest, Virginia: Easy walk, 1—1.5 hrs. Approx. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.50pm. Walk commencing at Virginia Rugby Club entrance to Deerpark Forest 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, 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. 

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

Fusion Dance School FREE Hip Hop dance workshops  on in the Library on Thursday July 27^th  and Friday July 28^th  at 2.30pm-3.45pm for children aged 8-12 years. This is part our #summerstar event program. Places will book out very quickly – ring 042 9665779 to book a place.

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, July 6^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: Massive win for Bailieboro Celtic on Friday night last, as they advanced to the next round of the PM Blinds and Shutters Challenge Cup, with a 2-1 win against Premier Division side Bellurgan United at The Vale. Brilliant performance from all the lads in what was a very impressive win against a tough Premier Division side, as Bailieboro maintain their undefeated run.

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.

Bailieborough Red Cross: Please support Bailieborough Red Cross.

We have been selected as one of the Charities in the Tesco Store.

We are currently fund raising to buy 2 new defibrillators to replace the current defibrillators at Day Break and The Carry Out.

Please support this Tesco Token Collection.

Ten years ago, Bailieborough Red Cross supplied two public access defibrillators and heated wall mounted cases. As these machines are now at the end of their useful lives and spares and servicing are no longer available, they need to be replaced. The Tesco Community Funds will help add to our fundraising efforts.

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 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 –  Hurling News 3^rd  July 2023:

Seniors; CuChulainn League round 4.

Cootehill 3-11: East Cavan Gaels 5-19.

Illness, injury, J1, football and a new baby, congratulations

to Dave and Aishling on the new baby boy!, made for a host of changes in this “Cavan Derby” victory in the CuChulainn league. Callum Shiel deputised for the aforementioned Dave and performed well under some serious pressure. With both sides shorn of many of their regulars this was an opportunity for Adam Baldwin to ring the changes around the field and get more minutes into the squad who are enjoying the regularity of consistent games in the summer for the first time in a long while.

Canice was ably assisted in midfield by Tadhg, deputising for the elder Barry in USA, to put in a good shift with both helping to create opportunities for the inside forwards of which Rory Farrell continues to catch the eye with some scintillating runs which always caused all sorts of problems for the hosts.

Nicky Kenny kept the scoreboard ticking over while Daire Leddy and Kyle McGuinness continue their rapid improvement this season with some eye catching scores of their own. Conor Walsh continues to go well in the half forward line although hes comfortable on either “40” which shows his flexibility. Jack McGuinness, Baldwin and Derek Argue continue to hold a tight defensive half back line while Cian McEntee and Darragh Madden continue to get good minutes and exposure in the full back line. All in all another good night but you can be sure that the line ups will be different later in the summer when these sides meet again in the Cavan Senior Hurling Championship.

Onwards to next week in what looks like a group decider in a Farney/Breffni derby when local rivals Carrickmacross come to town.

Under 11/13/15/17;

Busy groups at the minute. The U11s had a good game v Latton away on Sunday. Captained by Reece this week they worked really hard and had a good mornings hurling in good conditions. The U13s had a good match v Cootehill on Saturday with some solid performances while the U15s continued their development with a good game against Naomh Aodghan in the Fermanagh league. No training for the U11s or 13s this week as holiday season kicks in while the U15s head back towards Enniskillen as they take on Belnaleck in the league.

Under 7/9; The season for these lads is almost done as holiday season is upon us. We’ll try for the odd game but a couple of training sessions and focus will return to the indoor season in September.

Monday’s; Senior training Bailieborough 8pm.

Wednesday; Seniors home to Carrickmacross, Mullagh 8pm.

Club contacts;

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

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