Cavan County Council: Art Workshop – When is a Book Not a Book?

Thursday 17^th  October 2024, from 10.30am-1pm in Bailieborough Library

To book: Contact Elisha: emccaffrey@cavancoco.ie or

call on 086 086 1911.

Volunteers Needed on this Saturday: Old Bailieborough Church of Ireland Graveyard: Volunteers wanted to strim grass.  Please bring your own equipment etc. Meeting at the Graveyard at 11am on Saturday 19^th  October. 

Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting on Tuesday, 29^th October in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. Hope to see you all there. Everyone Welcome.

Halloween ‘Fright Night’: Fright Night is back again!!

Join us for an evening full of fun and scares at the Bailieborough Town Lake from 7.00pm on Monday, October 28^th. Bigger and better than ever. Suitable for all ages.   Car parking available at the Community Centre, Community School or the Church Carpark on the Virginia Road side. No parking available at the event location.. Fancy dress and lights display. This year, ‘The Workshop Dance Acedemy’ will keep all the boys and girls entertained by teaching a fun Halloween Dance! If the lake floods, we will have music, fun, games and fancy dress in the car park too.  Tickets are €5 per person for the ‘Scary Walk’.  The main sponsor this year is Link Credit Union. Contact Tony at 086 399 3430, for further information.

Bailieborough Bowls: Indoor bowls have recommenced in the Bailieborough Community Centre on Wednesday’s at 8pm. Tuition is available free of charge and membership is open to all members of the community.

Bailieborough Drama Group: It’s that time of year again!

Bailieborough Drama Group are heading out on the One-Act Circuit with ‘Dying Minutes’ written by our very own, Liz O’Hanlon.

Starring local actors and legends of the stage Conor Shaffrey, Paddy Sheanon, Cyril Keegan, Fergal Donnelly  and Liz O’Hanlon.

Don’t miss your chance to see our opening night next Friday, in Mullagh Hall at 8pm. Tickets available at the door.

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 Bingo: Thank you so much to Cavan Rose of Tralee 2024, Grace Farrelly for the beautiful cake she dropped in to Bingo last Tuesday evening. Everyone enjoyed it immensely, not a crumb left !!

Grace wanted to express her gratitude to everyone for their kindness, well wishes and support. A true Rose if ever we saw one!

October—Month of the Rosary: The Rosary will be recited for the month of October in St. Annes Church , Bailieborough at 7.30pm. Please note, no Rosary on Saturdays. Everyone is welcome and we look forward to new members joining us.

Bailieborough Library:  We’re kicking off the Halloween season here at Bailieborough Library with a poetry competition for children aged 9-12yrs but kids of all ages are welcome to give it a go!

Gary the Ghost is causing trouble at Bailieborough Library and we need your help to scare him away! The author of the best scariest poem will win a special Halloween hamper to say thank you! Pop into Bailieborough Library to pick up your entry form and poetry template now! Closing date is the 19^th  of October.

Book Club: The next meeting of the Library ‘Book Club’ will take place on Thursday, October 24^th at 6.30pm. This months book to review, is ‘The Queen of Dirt Island’ by Donal Ryan. Copies are available from behind the Library desk.

The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.

Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Best wishes to Bailieborough Shamrocks Minors who play Butlersbridge in the Division 2 Minor Championship Final on Saturday next, 19^th  October in Kingspan Breffni Park at 5.00pm. . Hats, flags or headbands ….. get all your wants in Supervalu to support our Minor lads. Best of luck!

Bailieborough Shamrocks LGFA are preparing for the 2025 season. We are looking for volunteers and coaches for all age grades. No experience required, however there is garda vetting/ safeguarding/ coach mentoring which will be facilitated by our club.

Line Dancing: Line Dancing has resumed on Tuesday’s, at 8.15pm in the Couthouse, Lr. Main St. New members are always welcome. 

Bailieborough Community School presents ‘Oliver’: Bailieborough Community School are staging ‘Oliver’ in the Community School Assembly Hall, on Thursday, 24^th of October, Friday 25^th and Saturday, 26^th . Stage time is 8.00pm each night and the doors close at 7.45pm. Tickets are €15 for adults and €12 for children. All tickets must be paid for and collected by Tuesday next, October 22^nd to facilitate easy admission each night. To book tickets, please email: bscmusical@bailieborocs.ie or please call 087 119 4905, only between 1.15pm and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.  By arrangement with Music Theatre International. Further details to follow.

Al-Anon Meeting: If you are interested in being part of a new in person Al-Anon meeting in Bailieborough, please contact Aidan at 087 132 1462. Confidentiality assured.

East Cavan Swim Club: The Annual General Meeting of the East Cavan Swim Club will take place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road on Thursday, November 7^th at 8.00pm. Please come along and support!

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 Wednesday of each month from 2.15pm-4.30pm. ^.No appointment is necessary. Next month’s date is Wednesday, November 6^th.

Walk, Jog or Run: Hello all,  just an invite to anyone out there on Monday evenings for the winter.  We are having a run, walk or jog at 7pm from the Chapel car park, Lake Shore Bailieborough. No charge, no fee ! All welcome, new and old.  Well lit up route, exercise, stretch before and after.  Meet new friends and give it a try.

Bailieborough Chess Club: Bailieborough Chess Club has returned to Bailieborough Library on Wednesday’s and Friday’s. Contact Daniel at 0879271883 to sign up your children!

Bailieborough Men’s Shed: Bailieborough ‘Men’s Shed’ is open every Tuesday morning from 10.00am to 1.00pm in the Bexcourt Centre, Shercock Road. New members are always most welcome.

St. Vincent De Paul: Required Urgently: We are looking for shopping bags!!If anybody has some spare shopping bags , that they don’t use, please donate to our shop. To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.

East Cavan Gaels:East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club News 14^th  October 2024

Senior; Preparations continue for the Ulster Junior Championship in early November v Omagh who won the Tyrone Championship last week. Training and games to prepare.

U8/10/12/14/16/18; U12/14/16s have training on Monday 7pm, Championships in all grades to come soon. The U14s will be the first into battle in a couple of weeks with their final v Cootehill.

Three good indoor sessions in Shercock, Mullagh and Killinkere over the last week with plenty of options to get your hurling fix!

Cavan GAA have hurling training sessions for all, aged 8-11 at Kingspan Breffni on Mondays from 6.30-7.30. Also 11-14 year olds on Thursdays at 6.30 at Kingspan Breffni 3G.

Save the date!! Our ever popular Table Quiz will return on Friday, 29^th  November in Nixys, The Square Bar in Bailieborough. 

The week ahead;

Monday’s: 8-11 year old training Kingspan Breffni 3G 6.30. U12/14/16 training 7pm, Senior training 8pm, both at Bailieboro Celtic astro.

Wednesday; Indoor hurling Shercock AC U9 4pm, U10/12 5pm.

Thursday; 11-14 year old training Kingspan Breffni 3G 6.30.

Friday; Indoor hurling in Mullagh Hall. U8 4pm, U10/12 5pm.

Saturday; Indoor hurling Killinkere U8 1pm, U10/12 2pm.

Club contacts;

U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U14/16/18/; Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.

Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes:

The ‘Harvest Service’ in Knockbride Parish Church will take place on Sunday, October 6^th at 7.30pm. The speaker will be Rev Mark Smith. All welcome.

Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting on Tuesday, 15^th October in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. Hope to see you all there. Everyone Welcome.

Regretted Death: Rose Fulton (nee Clarke), Cavan Road, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away on Monday,  23^rd  September 2024 in her 99^th  year, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, in the exceptional care of the Newgrange Unit in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda. Rose was predeceased by her beloved grandson Joseph and son-in-law David.

Deeply regretted by her sons Joseph (Eileen) and Paddy (Rosemary), daughters Angela, Marguerite (Pat) and Rosemary (Bert), grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and her many friends.

Rose’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Thursday, September 26^th and afterwards, Rose’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.  

Bailieborough Bowls: Indoor bowls have recommenced in the Bailieborough Community Centre on Wednesday’s at 8pm. Tuition is available free of charge and membership is open to all members of the community. 

Regretted Death: Brenda McDonald (nee Clarke), Chapel Road, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away on Thursday, 26^th  September 2024, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, following a short illness.

Deeply regretted by her loving husband Paddy, daughter Vanessa, son Peter, son-in-law Austin, daughter-in-law Van Anh, grandchildren Emma, Thomas, Leah, Shane, Lily, James and Patrick, brothers Kieran, Tony, Damien and Brian, sister Joan (predeceased by her brothers and sisters Mai, Betty, Eileen, Tricia, Patsy, Raymond, and Peadar), nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Brenda’s Funeral Mass took place on Saturday, September 28^th in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough and afterwards, Brenda’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:   

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

Bailieborough Library:  We’re kicking off the Halloween season here at Bailieborough Library with a poetry competition for children aged 9-12yrs but kids of all ages are welcome to give it a go!

Gary the Ghost is causing trouble at Bailieborough Library and we need your help to scare him away! The author of the best scariest poem will win a special Halloween hamper to say thank you! Pop into Bailieborough Library to pick up your entry form and poetry template now! Closing date is the 19^th  of October.

Book Club: The next meeting of the Library ‘Book Club’ will take place on Thursday, October 24^th at 6.30pm. This months book to review, is ‘The Queen of Dirt Island’ by Donal Ryan. Copies are available from behind the Library desk.

The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.

Line Dancing: Line Dancing has resumed on Tuesday’s, at 8.15pm in the Couthouse, Lr. Main St. New members are always welcome. 

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:

Bailieboro Celtic AFC are delighted to have been chosen for the Tesco blue token collection. A big thanks to Tesco Bailieborough.

So if your doing your weekly shop don’t forget to put your tokens in the Bailieboro Celtic AFC collection point.

Al-Anon Meeting: If you are interested in being part of a new in person Al-Anon meeting in Bailieborough, please contact Aidan at 087 132 1462. Confidentiality assured.

Regretted Death: Mona Reilly (Nee Lynch), Ballinamoney, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, passed away on Sunday,  22^nd  September 2024, peacefully in St. Mary’s Nursing Home, Castleblaney, surrounded by her loving family and the staff of the Drumlins Unit. Mona was predeceased by her loving husband Peter, parents, brothers and sister.

Deeply regretted by her sons Noel, P.J. (Brid) and Michael (Teresa), daughters Bridie (Michael), Helen (Seamus), Ann (Gerry) and Agnes (Damien), grandchildren, great grandchildren, sister Bridie, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and a wide circle of friends.

Mona’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Tuesday, September 24^th and afterwards, Mona’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

Tesco Community Fund—Blue Tokens: Ballinamoney National School Parents Association kindly ask for you to support them in Tesco, Bailieborough over the next twelve weeks by popping the Blue Tokens into their collection point. All support greatly appreciated.

Walk, Jog or Run: Hello all,  just an invite to anyone out there on Monday evenings for the winter.  We are having a run, walk or jog at 7pm from the Chapel car park, Lake Shore Bailieborough. No charge, no fee ! All welcome, new and old.  Well lit up route, exercise, stretch before and after.  Meet new friends and give it a try.

Swim Ireland: Swim Ireland have partnered with Bailieborough Leisure Centre Cavan to deliver ‘HE Swims’

This programme is aimed at males who want to increase their level of physical activity. The classes are a mix of semi structured swimming lessons and some aqua fit movements. There is an important element of social inclusion with this programme, participants forage new friendships while being active in the water. Please contact the Cente, for more information.

Bailieborough Chess Club: Bailieborough Chess Club has returned to Bailieborough Library on Wednesday’s and Friday’s. Contact Daniel at 0879271883 to sign up your children!

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 last Wednesday of each month from 2.15pm-4.30pm. ^.No appointment is necessary.

‘Melting Words-Creative Conversations’: As part of ‘The Art of Life Project’ funded by Creative Ireland, Shared Island and Cavan County Council through Creative Cavan. This FREE mindful art workshop will provide a meaningful and engaging way for adults to explore and start conversations about death and dying. Most of us don’t want to think about what will happen after we die because we are living our lives, however the ending of our stories matter too. When we are open to talk out about death and dying with our loved ones, we create an opportunity to engage in meaningful exchanges before it’s too late.

Dates for workshop: Bailieborough Library 10.30 to 12.00 on Thursday, 10^th  October.  To book your place, please call, 042 966 5779.

Bailieborough Men’s Shed: Bailieborough ‘Men’s Shed’ is open every Tuesday morning from 10.00am to 1.00pm in the Bexcourt Centre, Shercock Road. New members are always most welcome.

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

East Cavan Gaels: East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club News 30th September 2024

Senior; Focus now turns to the Ulster Junior Hurling Championship on the first weekend of November with a home fixture v the Tyrone Junior Championship winners in Kingspan Breffni. Training and challenge games aplenty to prepare. The Cootehill Celtic 7 a side competition will help sharpen the lads for bigger challenge ahead.

U8/10/12/14/16/18;

U12s get a week off and hopefully a game next weekend.

Our indoor season started well in Mullagh on Friday last. This coming week we return to Shercock on Wednesday, Mullagh on Friday and Killinkere on Saturday. Everyone is welcome to any, or all, sessions.

Cavan GAA have hurling training sessions for all aged 8-11 at Kingspan Breffni starting on Monday from 6.30-7.30. Over 60 boys at last Mondays session so a positive start there. Also 11-14 year olds on Thursday at 6.30 at Kingspan Breffni 3G.

Save the date!!

Our ever popular table quiz will return on Friday, 29^th  November in Nixys, The Square Bar in Bailieborough. Always a great social occasion for the club with the welcome addition of the more than welcome Tom Walsh  (Senior Hurling Championship) Cup which will be on display, with photo opportunities too! Mark and Caroline Argue always set the bar high with their tests of knowledge and we look forward to another well attended night with raffle and spot prizes too!

Save the date and spread the word!!

The week ahead;

Wednesday; Indoor hurling Shercock AC U9 4pm, U12 5pm.

Thursday;11-14 year old training Kingspan Breffni 3G 6.30.

Friday; Indoor hurling in Mullagh Hall. U8 4pm, U10 5pm.

Saturday; Indoor hurling Killinkere U8 1pm, U10 2pm.

Club contacts;

U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U14/16/18/; Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.

Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.

Culture Night at Bailieborough Library: ‘The Sound of Art, an exhibition inspired by music—produced by Bailieborough Creative Hub—will be opening on Friday, 20^th September at 7pm in Bailieborough Library, All Welcome.

Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting on Tuesday, 1^st October in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. Hope to see you all there. Everyone Welcome.

Regretted  Death: The death has occurred of Douglas (Dougie) Smyth, Lisball, Bailieborough, Cavan, unexpectedly at his home on Sunday 8^th  September 2024.

Dougie was predeceased by his parents Ina May and William (Willie) and his brother-in-law Tom.

Dougie will be deeply mourned and sadly missed by his siblings Yvonne, Robert and Evelyn. His nephews and nieces Niall, Robert, Andrew, AnnMarie, Sophia, Pamela and Rachael. His sister-in-law Kathleen and his brother-in-law John, relatives, neighbours and his many friends.

Dougie’s Funeral Service took place on Thursday, September 12^th   in Bailieborough Parish Church and afterwards, Dougie’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining graveyard.

Bailieborough Bowls: Indoor bowls have recommenced in the Bailieborough Community Centre on Wednesday’s at 8pm. Tuition is available free of charge and membership is open to all members of the community. 

Bailieborough Rhythmic Dance Twirlers:

Rhythmic Dance Twirlers are currently looking for New members to join us.

Classes are held every Tuesday in the Bailieborough Courthouse from 5-7pm

and also every Friday, from 5-7pm in the Kingscourt Community Centre.

Boys and girls from age 4 are welcome.

Bailieborough School of Music: is enrolling new students for Recorder, Flute, Trumpet, Saxaphone, Clarinet and Guitar—subject to availability. If you have a son/daughter or know anyone interested, please contact us by email at: bboro.som@gmail.com or phone Geraldine at 086 170 6351 with the student’s name, date of birth and instrument of choice.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:   

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

Bailieborough Library:  The sculpture of local man, Bobby Coote will be on display in the Library for the next two weeks.   

The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.

The next ‘Book Club’ meeting will be on Thursday, September 26^th at 6.30pm, in the Library. The book being read this month is ‘My Name is Leon’ by Kit De Waal. Copies are available behind the desk in the Library.

Line Dancing: Line Dancing has resumed on Tuesday’s, at 8.15pm in the Couthouse, Lr. Main St. New members are always welcome. 

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:

Bailieboro Celtic AFC are delighted to have been chosen for the Tesco blue token collection. A big thanks to Tesco Bailieborough.

So if your doing your weekly shop don’t forget to put your tokens in the Bailieboro Celtic AFC collection point.

Bailieboro Celtic AFC is seeking a coach for our Under 7’s (children born 2017). The commitment would be one hour each weekend. If you have any interest in getting involved and inspiring the next generation of soccer players please get in touch via our Facebook page.

Tesco Community Fund—Blue Tokens: Ballinamoney National School Parents Association kindly ask for you to support them in Tesco, Bailieborough over the next twelve weeks by popping the Blue Tokens into their collection point. All support greatly appreciated.

Bailieborough Chess Club: Bailieborough Chess Club has returned to Bailieborough Library on Wednesday’s and Friday’s. Contact Daniel at 0879271883 to sign up your children!

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 last Wednesday of each month from 2.15pm-4.30pm. ^.No appointment is necessary.

Bailieborough Men’s Shed: Bailieborough ‘Men’s Shed’ is open every Tuesday morning from 10.00am to 1.00pm in the Bexcourt Centre, Shercock Road. New members are always most welcome.

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

Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are getting shorter  again, there will be running and walking for all levels,  beginners and advanced. Fun and free, social gathering in the Chapel car park,  Lake Shore,  Bailieborough at 8pm. All old and new people welcome.  Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.

East Cavan Gaels:

Club contacts;

U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U14/16/18/; Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.

Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.

Bailieborough Heritage Society: Following the huge success of our ‘Promenade Theatre Event’ performed for Heritage Week we, the Bailieborough Heritage Society wish to express our gratitude to many people.

Firstly, to Paul Marron, our superb director whose time and patience were immeasurable. To Tommy and Christopher Reilly along with their donkey who added a measure of authenticity as to how famine burials took place. To Tommy Mc Cluskey for a fitting finale to the performance.

Thank you also to Rev. Horner for allowing us use the Church Hall for refreshments and to Kevin Gorman for capturing the essence of the famine stories.

Of course without funding from Cavan Arts and Heritage Offices this event could not have taken place. We do appreciate your help and support.

To everyone who turned out on the day we are truly grateful. Your attendance and wonderful reviews made it all worthwhile.

Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting on Tuesday, 17^th  September in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. Hope to see you all there. Everyone Welcome.

Bailieborough Bowls: Indoor bowls will recommence in Bailieborough Community Centre on Wednesday, 11^th September at 8pm. Tuition is available free of charge and membership is open to all members of the community. 

Bailieborough Rhythmic Dance Twirlers:

Rhythmic Dance Twirlers are currently looking for New members to join us.

Classes are held every Tuesday in the Bailieborough Courthouse from 5-7pm

and also every Friday, from 5-7pm in the Kingscourt Community Centre.

Boys and girls from age 4 are welcome.

Bailieborough School of Music: is enrolling new students for Recorder, Flute, Trumpet, Saxaphone, Clarinet and Guitar—subject to availability. If you have a son/daughter or know anyone interested, please contact us by email at: bboro.som@gmail.com or phone Geraldine at 086 170 6351 with the student’s name, date of birth and instrument of choice.

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, September 4^th: Castle Lake, Bailieborough: Moderate Walk 1.5 hours, Easy Walk 1hr. Walk commences at 7.00pm at the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road, Bailieborough. This is the final walk of the season.  All welcome.

Bailieborough Library:  Come along to Bailieborough Library on Thursday 5^th  September to join us in celebrating the opening of an exhibition and book launch all in response to the legacy work of Tom Barron, The Corleck Head and the landscape of Knockbride!

A combination of two projects with one focus, that features amazing pieces of artwork along with some inspiring poetry! Everybody welcome!

The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.

Line Dancing: Line Dancing has resumed on Tuesday’s, at 8.15pm in the Couthouse, Lr. Main St. New members are always welcome. 

Tesco Community Fund—Blue Tokens: Ballinamoney National School Parents Association kindly ask for you to support them in Tesco, Bailieborough over the next twelve weeks by popping the Blue Tokens into their collection point. All support greatly appreciated.

 Bailieborough Chess Club: Bailieborough Chess Club has returned to Bailieborough Library on Wednesday’s and Friday’s. Contact Daniel at 0879271883 to sign up your children!

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 last Wednesday of each month from 2.15pm-4.30pm. ^.No appointment is necessary.

Bailieborough Men’s Shed: Bailieborough ‘Men’s Shed’ is open every Tuesday morning from 10.00am to 1.00pm in the Bexcourt Centre, Shercock Road. New members are always most welcome.

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

Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are getting shorter  again, there will be running and walking for all levels,  beginners and advanced. Fun and free, social gathering in the Chapel car park,  Lake Shore,  Bailieborough at 8pm. All old and new people welcome.  Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.

Tractor, Car and Motorbike Run: There is a Lavey Tractor, motorbike, vintage car and lorry run taking place on Sunday 8^th  September 2024. All in aid of MAGS DEANE SMITH, a local woman here in Lavey who is in need of a life changing operation in the UK costing in excess of 200k, Mags has experienced debilitating, chronic, agonising and life limiting back pain for over 20 years. Imbalance Spinal Kyphosis is the name of her condition.

The Lavey Tractor, motorbike, vintage car and lorry run will be starting from BallyJamesDuff Mart on Sunday 8^th  September, starting at 12:30 pm SHARP with registration taking place from 10:30 to 12:30, and a monster raffle and auction taking place after this run, with brilliant prizes. All welcome.

East Cavan Gaels:

Club contacts;

U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U14/16/18/; Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.

Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.

Clerical Changes:  Bishop Martin Hayes announced the new clergy appointments last week and these have implications for our Parish. Fr. Ultan McGoohan in addition to remaining Parish Priest of Killann, has also been appointed as Administrator of the Parish of Kilmainhamwood– Moybologue. Fr. Thomas Small has been appointed as a curate in Kilmainhamwood/ Moybologue and will also assist in the wider pastoral area of Killann and Knockbride, as the need arises.

Fr. Antony Kidarathil, our curate based in Shercock, will be returning home to India in the Spring and will not be replaced in the short term, at least. This will mean that from 2025, Fr. Ultan will be the only priest in Killann Parish, while having additional responsibilities in Kilmainhamwood/Moybologue. In the space of 20 years, we have gone from three priests in the Parish, to two and now shortly to one!

The challenge is to make this new reality work and to make it manageable. It has implications for the Mass schedule but also for all areas of Parish Pastoral work. Fr. Ultan proposes to discuss these matters with the Pastoral Council in September and working together, hopefully they can plan a way forward.

Bailieborough Rhythmic Dance Twirlers:

Rhythmic Dance Twirlers are currently looking for New members to join us.

Classes are held every Tuesday in the Bailieborough Courthouse from 5-7pm

and also every Friday, from 5-7pm in the Kingscourt Community Centre.

Boys and girls from age 4 are welcome.

Unveiling of Sculpture: Come and see the unveiling of a sculpture of local legend, ‘A portrait of Bobby Coote’ by Marie Smith Sculpture, Saturday 31^st  August in the Library from 3-5pm! Everyone is welcome!

Bailieborough Heritage Society: Heritage Week –

Bailieborough Heritage presents: ‘Famine Echoes of Bailieborough’ on

Saturday 24^th August, from 3pm–4 pm.

A Promenade Theatre Event Starting at Town Lake Carpark, Bailieborough.

Refreshments afterwards.

Supported by Cavan Arts and Cavan Heritage offices. All welcome.

Regretted Death:The death has occurred of Rose Mary Aherne (née Gillick), Leiter, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.

Rose Mary Aherne (née Gillick), Leiter, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, passed away on Saturday,17^th  August 2024, peacefully, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Rose Mary was predeceased by her husband Michael John.

Deeply regretted by her son Jimmy, brother Eugene, nephews, nieces, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends. May She Rest In Peace

 Rose Mary’s Funeral Mass took place in  St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Monday 19^th  August and afterwards, Rose Mary’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

New Eucharistic Minister: James Harrington who has been a diligent and dedicated Altar Server in St. Annes, will be instituted as a Eucharistic Minister at Mass on Friday evening next, August 23^rd at 7.00pm, in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough. We wish him well as he undertakes this new Ministry in the Parish.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:  Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd, recently received a presentation of €2025 from Seamus O’ Leary, proceeds of a recent fundraising cycle he undertook. Seamus cycled 3500km in 14 days. Enjoy a well deserved rest Seamus and sincere thanks for your support.

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.

Relaghbeg Fundraising Committee: ‘Family Fun Day’ at Smyths Bar, Relaghbeg on Sunday, August 25^th  from 2pm until 5pm. Family Fun to include Relaghbeg’s take on Fittest Family, Bouncy Castles, D.J., Outdoor games, Face Painting and refreshments.  Free event with donations welcome—proceeds in aid of local DEFIB and Services.  a The event takes place in the field beside, Smyths Bar, Relaghbeg. Everyone welcome.

Heritage Week Event: BirdWatch Ireland in association with Cavan Heritage office have organised a talk on Swifts by Annie Birtwistle on Friday, 23^rd  August at the Business Centre, Shercock Rd, Bailieborough at 7.30pm (A82 HH58). Learn some amazing facts about the life cycle of this migratory bird, that returns to our towns and villages each summer to breed. Annie will also discuss the findings of the County Cavan Swift Survey that has taken place this summer throughout the county and tell us how we can help this bird that is now red listed and of high conservation concern. All welcome to this free event. (Survey funded through Cavan County Council Local Biodiversity Action Plan funding ).

Flexercise Classes: (Covers Yoga, Meditation, Pilates, Breathing, Mobility and ROM.). Taking place in Bailieborough Shamrocks Club rooms, every Saturday morning at 10.00am and Monday evenings at 7.30pm. €10 PAYG. All you need is a YOGA MAT. Suitable for all ages, men and women, everyone welcome. Contact Emma on ‘what’s app’ 086 1623501.

Blessing of the Graves: The Blessing of the Graves will take place on the following date:  St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 1^st at 12 noon.

Bailieborough Walking Group:  Wednesday, August 21^st: Deerpark Forest, Virginia. Easy walk, 1—1.5hours. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.50pm. Walk commencing at Virginia Rugby Club entrance to Deerpark Forest at 7.15pm.

Wednesday, August 28^th : Cross, Virginia Road: Moderate walk, 1—1.5 hours. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.50pm. Meeting at St. Mary’s Church, Cross. Walk commences at 7.15pm.  All welcome.

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C. Soccer Academy for Girls: Training sessions will continue throughout the Summer, on Friday evenings from 5.45 to 6.45pm. All girls welcome.

Bailieborough Library: All new Lego table at Bailieborough Library, just ask behind the desk for some bricks!

Summer Stars Storytime every Wednesday this  August from 2:30-3pm, all ages welcome!

Craft Group meets every Friday at 10.30am and new members are always welcome.

Line Dancing: Line Dancing will resume on Tuesday, August 27^th at 8.15pm in the Couthouse, Lr. Main St. New members are always welcome. 

All Stars Programme: This year’s Cavan GAA All Stars program starts in Bailieborough on Friday next, August 23^rd at 5pm.

Please register if interested and share with others who may be also interested in the All Stars program.

Fun activities for children with additional needs.

If you would like volunteer to help or have someone that would like to participate please contact Mark Gilsenan on 087 4158919 for details.

Bailieborough Chess Club: Bailieborough Chess Club is returning to Bailieborough Library from Wednesday, August 28^th ! Contact Daniel at 0879271883 to sign up your kids!

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 last Wednesday of each month from 2.15pm-4.30pm. ^.No appointment is necessary.

Bailieborough Men’s Shed: Bailieborough ‘Men’s Shed’ is open every Tuesday morning from 10.00am to 1.00pm in the Bexcourt Centre, Shercock Road. New members are always most welcome.

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

Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are longer again, there will be running and walking for all levels,  beginners and advanced. Fun and free, social gathering in the Chapel car park,  Lake Shore,  Bailieborough at 8pm. All old and new people welcome.  Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.  

East Cavan Gaels:

Club contacts;

U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U14/16/18/; Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.

Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.