Bailieborough News. July 25th 2019. Matthew J. Cullen.

Congratulations: Congratulations to Fr. Michael Router on becoming Auxiliary Bishop of Armagh. Fr. Michael was ordained Bishop at a ceremony in Armagh Cathedral on Sunday last, which was conducted by Archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin, Papal Nuncio Archbishop Okolo and former Bishop of Kilmore Leo O’Reilly. Congratulations Bishop Michael from all the people of Bailieborough and the surrounding areas and we all hope that you will be a very welcome visitor to our town in the future.

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival: Bailieborough Midsummer Festival was buzzing over the Festival weekend. Congratulations to the Bailieborough Midsummer Festival team who did an amazing job of bringing community spirit back into the town. To the Committee, all the stewards, sponsors and helpers and all who turned up at all the events over the weekend, –thank you for all your hard work and dedication. Although the weather gods didn’t play ball on Sunday afternoon, the event was overall, a great success!! The atmosphere and feedback from people has been amazing which helped enormously with the ‘feel good’ factor over the weekend. See you all again next year for Bailieborough Midsummer Festival 2020!!

Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 20-07-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 10, 15, 20, 24.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Kelly Family, Curkish; Gráinne Smith; P Ruxton; Maureen Sheridan. Next week’s Jackpot €5,200.

Bailieborough Walking Group: July 24th Townly Hall, Drogheda

(M) Walk 1.5-2hrs. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.15pm. Meeting at Tullyallen National School. From Collon follow the R168(Drogheda Road). After 6 km turn right for Tullyallen. Signed for Glen Emmets GAA. Follow this road and after football grounds turn left and the school is on your left.

Wednesday, July 31^st – Dromone- Oldcastle.

Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.30pm. Meet at Millbrook, Oldcastle at 7.05pm or at Dromone Engineering. A82 YH63.

6km from Oldcastle following the L2800 turn right for Dromone.

Walk commencing at 7.15pm. All welcome.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband, P.J, sons Mark, Peter, Owen and Ally, brothers Séan, Patrick, Ignatius, sisters Margaret and Regina, Mark’s partner Michelle, Peter’s partner Niamh, nieces, nephews and all extended family and friends on the death of Bridget Smith (nee Doogan), Galbolie, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, at her residence on Monday, July 15^th.  Bridget was predeceased by her father Jack and mother Madge.  Bridget’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Thursday, July 18^th with burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Bailieborough Group of Parishes BBQ:

The Rev. Ian and the parishioners of the Bailieborough Group of Parishes would like to thank the community for their tremendous support at the Annual BBQ at the beginning of July.  Rev Ian would also like to thank the Parish for the enormous and enthusiastic effort that was put in by so many in providing a wonderful meal in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.  A great evening was had by all.

Sunday 28^th July: Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

Sunday, August 4^th: Bailieborough 10:45am – Holy Communion followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre: We are now taking names for the following Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre, please call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place for these free classes.

Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre: We are now taking names for the following Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre, please call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place for these free classes.

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Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to son,Richard, daughters, Karen, Sandra, Gill, Edel and Lisa, brother John Anthony, sisters, Mary Rose, Margaret, Pauline, Philomena, Kathleen and the late Eugene on the death of Patrick (Paddy) Clarke, Knockmore, Arklow, Wicklow / Bray, Wicklow / and formerly of Bailieborough, Cavan, who passed away peacefully at Asgard Lodge Nursing Home on Thursday, July 18^th.

Paddy was predeceased by his wife Katrina and his death is deeply regretted by his sons-in-law Diarmuid, Seán, Jude, Mervyn and John, daughter-in-law Michelle, grandchildren Jamie, Kai, Kaydan, Freya, Chloe, Kyle, Ben, Sam and Ruby, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Paddy’s Funeral Mass took place on Monday, July 22^nd in St. Joseph’s Church, Templerainey, with burial afterwards in Kilcarra Cemetery.

Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl! Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm.  It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome.  Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough at 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.

Cemetery Sunday: The annual Blessing of the Graves in St. Anne’s Cemetery will take place on Sunday, September 1^st at 12 noon. Now would be the ideal time to tend to your family grave or plot.

Citizen’s Information: The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc.  No appointment necessary.

Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’: ‘Lend a Hand’ is for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you need a job done, or even just a chat. Phone Ann on 042 9694825.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for July and August 2019: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–July 28^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 24^th (Saturday, 1.30pm).   

Bailieborough Library: Craft Group takes place every Friday from 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm on the last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

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

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

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 22nd July 2019

Quiet time of the year!!

Under 13/15/17;

Holiday season in full swing. We will train when all available. Players will get text.

Under 7; Next blitz is Monday 29th in Mullahoran.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

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

Bailieborough News. July 11^th 2019. Matthew J. Cullen.

Parish Arrangements for this Summer: Fr. Martin Gilcreest C.C. will be the Administrator of the Parish until a new Parish Priest takes up residence in late August. Fr. Martin can be contacted at 087 1952 673—please note that the 087 4407 990 number will no longer be in use. We extend a very warm welcome to Fr. Joseph Bature, who has arrived to help Fr. Martin during the summer months and he will be based in the Parish Centre, Bailieborough. Fr. Joseph will say the weekday Masses in Bailieborough, officiate at Baptisms and will alternate between all the Churches in the Parish at weekends. Fr. Martin will look after any Funerals that may occur. To contact Fr. Joseph, please call 042 96 65117.

Ordination of Fr. Michael to Auxiliary Bishop of Armagh: Fr. Michael Router’s Episcopal Ordination will take place on Sunday, July 21^st at 3.00pm, in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh and will be available to watch on https://www.churchservices.tv/armaghcathedral

Saturday, July 20^th, 7.00pm: Vigil Mass will take place in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh. During the Mass, the blessing of the Pontifical Insignia will take place. As we gather on the Feast of the Dedication of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Archbishop Eamon Martin will bless Bishop Michael’s Pastoral Ring, Staff and Mitre. After Mass there will be Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, concluding with Benediction at 8.30pm, during which time we will pray for Fr. Michael as he begins his new Ministry. Everyone welcome.

Sunday, July 21^st, 3.00pm: Ordination Ceremony in St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Monday, July 22^nd, 7.30pm: Mass of Thanksgiving in St. Malachy’s Church, Armagh. Bishop Michael will celebrate his first Mass of Thanksgiving, to give thanks to God for his calling as Bishop and to pray God’s blessing on his work and ministry in the years to come. After Mass, Bishop Michael will impart his blessing to all present. Everyone welcome.

Congratulations and Well Done: Congratulations and Well Done to the Bailieborough Shamrocks Senior Ladies side who defeated Lavey by 3—14 to 1—7 in the Division 3 League Final, played in Munterconnaught on last Monday evening, July 1^st.  Well done to the players, managers and mentors on this terrific result and for their hard work and dedication throughout the year.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns: Bailieborough Tidy Towns appeals to all business, property and home owners in the Town area to give their property a makeover. Washing walls, footpath’s and painting would be appreciated.

Help to reduce plastic waste, buy your fruit and vegetables loose. Just a small change that that could make a big difference to our environment. 
General clean up on Tuesday evenings, meet at the Library at 7pm.  More help needed—its only for an hour. All welcome.  Come along for an hour and help keep Bailieborough litter free.

Bailieborough MidSummer Fest: Bailieborough MidSummer Festival will be taking place from Friday the 19^th of July until Sunday 21^st of July.

‘The Man Who Wanted To Fly’!! Screening in the newly renovated Court House at the bottom of Main St. This is the irresistible story of 80-something bachelor farmer Bobby Coote who never lost sight of a lifelong dream to fly. Capturing the wonder of one man’s dream, this film is a unique journey into a disappearing Irish border hinterland.

With massive demand we are delighted to announce we are showing a second screening of ‘The Man Who Wanted To Fly’. With kind thanks to loosehorse productions we can announce we have a matinee show on Saturday 20th at 4.30pm, tickets on sale in the Bailie Hotel.

Vintage, classic and sports vehicle run. Saturday July 20^th. Featuring cars, bikes and tractors from many an era. In aid of Bailieborough and Killan Cancer funds. Registration from 4:30 in Market Square. Run starts at 5.00pm.

We are delighted to announce, a collective Photography Exhibition, of local talented photographers. Official opening Thursday 18th July at 7:15pm, upstairs in Bailieborough Library, Market Square. Running through the Festival weekend, up until August 12th. Admission free and everyone welcome.

Photographs by: Oliver Gargan, Sueann Nulty, Suella Holland, Colette Gemmell, Bertha Waller, Kevin Gorman, Breen Smyth, Maria Jordan O’Reilly, 
Shirley Hall, Barbara Englishby, Corey Davenport and Melanie Love.

Our Walking Treasure Hunt will take place on Saturday, July 20^th from 12pm-5pm. Registration from Reception in The Bailie Hotel.

Our Car Treasure Hunt will take place on Saturday between 4pm and 7pm.

Registration from The Bailie Reception.

Entry €10 per car. 

Who’s up for the challenge?

This year we will be holding a Vintage Day on Sunday the 21st of July.

Cars, Bikes, Tractors and Lorries.

Please not there is a limited entry to this entry anyone interested in bring a vehicle please contact 086 775 5566.

All entries are free.

Bailieborough’s Got Talent U16’s: Please send your Name, Age, Talent and

Contact No, to bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com

We are now accepting applications for stalls on Main St. on Sunday July 21st from 12-6pm. For more details, /application forms please email:

bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com or call Caroline at 087-176-2628.

Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 29-06-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 04, 14, 16, 22.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Teresa Cooney; C O’Reilly; Pearse Og Smith; Gavin Galligan.

Lotto results for 06-07-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 06, 16, 22, 23.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Nathan Gaskin; Ultan Murphy; Jim Tierney; Micheal Clarke. Next week’s Jackpot €5,000.

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, July 10th – Corraneary/Knockbride East:

Walk 2 + hours. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.55pm. Walk commences at Corraneary Presbyterian Church car park at 7.15pm.  From Canningstown driving towards Shercock turn left at crossroads, 2.7 kilometres from Canningstown. Drive a further 1 kilometre.

Wednesday, July 17^th-– Lough Curragh Lake:

(M) Walk 1.5 Hours.  Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.50 pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm at Lough Curragh Lake. 12km from Bailieborough on Cavan Road. Car park on left just past the lake. All welcome.

Well Done: Well done to local man, Robert Cullen (Seefin), who completed the Ironman, Ireland event held in Youghal, Cork on Sunday, June 23^rd. Robert’s time of 10 hours, 45 minutes placed him 265^th overall in the event which had attracted an entry of over 2,500 from over 60 countries and which was held in terrible conditions, with rain falling from early morning. Robert was joined in the event by his ‘Mac’s Misfits’ teammates, Kevin McElhinney, 12h 20m, (Virginia), Trevor McWeeney, 12h 34m (Virginia) and Sandra McQuade, 13h 01m, (Killinkere). A brilliant result for all, considering that the course consisted of a 180km cycle followed by a full 26.2mile marathon—the swim part of the event was cancelled due to the rough conditions in the sea.  Also well done to all the other athletes from the county who took part in the event, the training now starts for next year’s event!!

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Sunday 14^th July: 

Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Holy Communion.

Sunday 21^st July:

Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre: We are now taking names for the following Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre, please call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place for these free classes.

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‘Hardtimes Chorus’: ‘Hardtimes Chorus’ are holding an ‘Open Choir Evening’ to welcome new members on Thursday, July 18^th at 8.00pm, in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough. The Choir has a number of concerts planned for this autumn and would be delighted if you would like to join them. If you can sing or even play an instrument, please come along and to hear a sample of our music. Light refreshments will be served on the night.

Irish Heart Foundation: Church Gate Collection will take place on Saturday and Sunday, 20^th and 21^st July.

Dhuish Group Water Scheme: Due to annual maintenance of our water mains in the week until Monday, 15^th July there may be some disruption to the group water supply resulting in reduced pressure

to some of our members. We will endeavour to keep disruption

to the minimum. Please bear with us in this regard.

Library: Places are filling up fast for our Summer Programmes for kids and the good news is that they are all FREE. Pick up a leaflet at the library desk or phone 042 9665779 to book!

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: On Saturday, July 20^th as Fr. Michael Router prepares for his Episcopal Ordination, the Family Matters Faith Group will have Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough after the Saturday, 7.00pm Vigil Mass concluding with prayers at 9.30pm. All are welcome.

Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl! Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm.  It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome.  Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough at 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.

Citizen’s Information: The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc.  No appointment necessary.

Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’: ‘Lend a Hand’ is for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you need a job done, or even just a chat. Phone Ann on 042 9694825.

Bailieborough Business Centre:

Excel Level 4, Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.

Computers for Beginners, Level 2 Wednesdays.

Word Level 4, Thursdays 10-1pm.

Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087– 619 0040 for further information.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for July and August 2019: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–July 20^th, (Saturday 1.30pm), July 28^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 24^th (Saturday, 1.30pm).   

Bailieborough Library: Craft Group takes place every Friday from 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm on the last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

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

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

Craft and Gift Fair: Summer craft and gift fair, Slieve Russell Hotel, Ballyconnell, Sunday 14th July, 12-5 pm, free admission. Handmade crafts, craft supplies and quality giftware. See downlandcrafts.ie for more information or ring 049 436 4877.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 8th July 2019

Senior; Lads awaiting the final regular round of the Championship.

Under 13/15/17; Holiday season in full swing. We will train when all available. Players will get text.

Under 11; A great days hurling in Derrynoose, Co. Armagh on Sunday as the Under 10s got 5 very good games in bright sunshine. Next up is a trip to Breffni 3G on Monday.

Sundays squad in Derrynoose.

Under 7/9; Under 7/9 blitz Monday 8th on Breffni 3G. 

The week ahead; 

Wednesday; Possible U13/15/17 training tbc.

Thursday; Senior training tbc.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

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

Bailieborough News. June 27^th 2019. Matthew J. Cullen.

‘Thank You’ to the People of Killann Parish from Fr. Michael Router: “The Mass of Thanksgiving and Farewell on Friday night last was, as I take my leave of this wonderful Parish, a truly memorable and emotional occasion for me. The generosity, kindness and support that I have received on a daily basis over the past 5 years seemed to be augmented and magnified for me during those wonderful hours of prayer and communal togetherness, that we shared on Friday. I was humbled by your presence, your kind words and your love and I know that nothing I can say or do will ever fully express my gratitude to you.

Since I stepped down as Parish Priest over a week ago to begin preparing for my new role in the Archdiocese of Armagh, I have felt the sadness of loss as I realise that my time in this Parish has come to an end. It is difficult and daunting to brgin again and to start all over in a place where I know so few people but I always know that I have your support and prayers in the years ahead. Prayer is the lifeblood of all our endeavours as Christians. Prayer changes everything and makes all things new. Keep me in your prayers and I will keep you in mine.

I would like to thank all those who were involved in the Mass and function on Friday night especially the Pastoral Council and Finance Committees of the Parish who organised the event under the leadership of Peter Foster, Anne Ryan, Andrea Connelly and Fr. Martin Gilcreest. Thank you also to Fr. Martin for his lovelt sermon. Thank you to all the combined Parish Choirs, who were exceptional and who greatly enhanced the Liturgy, to the concelebrating Priests and the Rev. Ian Horner, Church of Ireland Rector of the Bailieborough Group of Parishes, to Sacristan May Cassidy, to the Altar servers, the Ministers of the Word, those who read the Prayers of the Faithful, Eucharistic Ministers, stewards and the symbol and gift bearers. Thank you to all who prepared the Community Centre for the function afterwards and to Fox’s Catering for the beautiful refreshments.

Thanks to all who were present, to those who sent messages of regret that they couldn’t be there and to all who have phoned me, sent cards, letters, emails and texts over the past six weeks. Your kindness I will never forget and I hope that God will bless you and your families with strong faith, good health and much happiness in the future”.

For those who may have missed Fr. Michael’s Thanksgiving and Farewell Mass, it is available by clicking on: church tv services/Bailieborough St Annes…

Information Meeting: The Co. CavanChildcare Committee will host a FREE Information Session on the new National Childcare Scheme at the Library on Thursday, June 27^th at 7.30pm. This may be of benefit to all families who are working with children aged 24months to 15years who are attending any Tusla Registered childcare service.

Parish Arrangements for this Summer: Fr. Martin Gilcreest C.C. will be the Administrator of the Parish until a new Parish Priest takes up residence in late August. Fr. Martin can be contacted at 087 1952 673—please note that the 087 4407 990 number will no longer be in use. We extend a very warm welcome to Fr. Joseph Bature, who will arrive from Rome on Wednesday next, June 26^th to help Fr. Martin during the summer months and he will be based in the Parish Centre, Bailieborough. Fr. Joseph will say the weekday Masses in Bailieborough, officiate at Baptisms and will alternate between all the Churches in the Parish at weekends. Fr. Martin will look after any Funerals that may occur.

Episcopal Ordination: Fr. Michael Router’s Episcopal Ordination will take place on Sunday, July 21^st at 3.00pm, in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh and will be available to watch on https://www.churchservices.tv/armaghcathedral

Annual Parish BBQ: Bailieborough Church of Ireland Group of Parishes Annual BBQ takes place on Saturday, 6^th  July, from 5pm onwards in Bailieborough Parish Church Hall.
This is always a great community event. Everyone welcome, please come along and bring your friends!

Thank You all so much: The Pastoral Council and Finance Committees of our Parish, wish to thank all those who attended Friday evening’s Mass of Celebration and Thanksgiving for the appointment of Fr. Michael as Auxiliary Bishop of Armagh. Your presence was a clear reflection of the respect and appreciation we all have for him. The evening was a hugely enjoyable and successful occasion due to the hard work and commitment of many people—too many to list here!! We would like to express our most sincere gratitude to everyone who played their part over the last few weeks in the huge ‘jigsaw’ of organising, planning and running the evening. Without doubt, each and every piece fitted together seamlessly to make the ‘big picture’ a wonderfully heartfelt farewell to or most esteemed Parish Priest and great friend. Congratulations on a job well done!

Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 22-06-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 07, 20, 25, 27.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Susan Fulton; Seán Keane; Jean Jennings; ‘Monty’, Eastborough. Next week’s Jackpot €4,800.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to brothers, sisters, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, nephews, nieces and extended family and many friends of Robert Bell, Tandragee and formerly Dromore, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, on Saturday, 15^th June 2019, at his residence. Robert’s Funeral Service took place in Bailieborough Parish Church on Monday, June 17^th with burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns: Bailieborough Tidy Towns appeals to all business, property and home owners in the Town area to give their property a makeover. Washing walls, footpath’s and painting would be appreciated.

Help to reduce plastic waste, buy your fruit and vegetables loose. Just a small change that that could make a big difference to our environment. 
General clean up on Tuesday evenings, meet at the Library at 7pm.  More help needed—its only for an hour. All welcome.  Come along for an hour and help keep Bailieborough litter free.

Good Luck and Best Wishes: Good luck and best wishes are extended to the Bailieborough Shamrocks Senior Ladies side who play Lavey in the Division Three League Final in Kilnaleck on Sunday evening next, June 30^th at 7.00pm. 

Bailieborough MidSummer Fest: Bailieborough MidSummer Festival will be taken place on Friday the 19^th of July until Sunday 21^st of July.

We are delighted to announce, a collective Photography Exhibition, of local talented photographers. Official opening Thursday 18th July at 7:15pm, upstairs in Bailieborough Library, Market Square. Running through the Festival weekend, up until August 12th. Admission free and everyone welcome.

Photographs by: Oliver Gargan, Sueann Nulty, Suella Holland, Colette Gemmell, Bertha Waller, Kevin Gorman, Breen Smyth, Maria Jordan O’Reilly, 
Shirley Hall, Barbara Englishby, Corey Davenport and Melanie Love.

More info coming soon….

Our Walking Treasure Hunt will take place on Saturday, July 20^th from 12pm-5pm. Registration from Reception in The Bailie Hotel.

Our Car Treasure Hunt will take place on Saturday between 4pm and 7pm.

Registration from The Bailie Reception.

Entry €10 per car. 

Who’s up for the challenge?

This year we will be holding a Vintage Day on Sunday the 21st of July.

Cars, Bikes, Tractors and Lorries.

Please not there is a limited entry to this entry anyone interested in bring a vehicle please contact 086 775 5566.

All entries are free.

Bailieborough’s Got Talent U16’s: Please send your Name, Age, Talent and

Contact No, to bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com

We are now accepting applications for stalls on Main St. on Sunday July 21st from 12-6pm. For more details, /application forms please email:

bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com or call Caroline at 087-176-2628.

Summer Party: The Bailieborough Red Cross are hosting their annual ‘Summer Party’ in the Bailie Hotel on Thursday, July 4^th at 6.30pm. If you have not yet got an invitation, please call Julie on 086 8968 928.

Bailieborough Walking Group: June 26^th – Killann/Shercock.

{M} Walk 1.5hrs approx.Meet at St. Annes Church, Killann. Take a left approx 7km from Bailieborough heading towards Shercock.  Leaving Bailieborough at 6.55pm. Walk commencing at 7.15pm. All welcome.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Sunday 30^th June: United All-Age Service at Knockbride 10:30am.

Saturday 6^th July: FOCUS Youth Group 8-10:30pm The Rectory.

Sunday 7^th July: Bailieborough 10:45am – Holy Communion followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre: We are now taking names for the following Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre, please call 042-9694716 to reserve your place for these free classes.

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Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to mother, Margaret, brother Peter, sisters Mary and Rosina, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends on the death of Michael Brady Junior, Kells Road, Bailieborough, Co Cavan who passed away on Monday, 17^th June at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin. Michael was predeceased by his father Michael. Michael’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church on Thursday, June 20^th with burial afterwards in St. Annes Cemetery.

Dhuish Group Water Scheme: Due to annual maintenance of our water mains in the weeks from Monday, 1^st July until Monday, 15^th July there may be some disruption to the group water supply resulting in reduced pressure

to some of our members. We will endeavour to keep disruption

to the minimum. Please bear with us in this regard.

Library: Places are filling up fast for our Summer Programmes for kids and the good news is that they are all FREE. Pick up a leaflet at the library desk or phone 042 9665779 to book!

 Martin Fullen, celebrating Bealtaine Festival. Martin will facilitate a one day still life programme on Saturday, July 6^th from 10.30am-4.30pm at a cost of €35 pp. There are a few places available. Contact us on 042 9665779 if interested!

CMETB Adult Education Guidance and Information Service (Aegis): Are you an adult thinking about returning to education or training? If so, an Adult Guidance Councillor will be available for drop-in queries, every second Thursday, the next one taking place at Bailieborough Library from 10.00am to 2.00pm on Thursday, June 27^th. 

Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl! Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm.  It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome.  Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough at 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.

Citizen’s Information: The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc.  No appointment necessary.

Bailieborough Community School Class of ‘89 re-union: The Bailieborough Community School Class of 1989 are hosting a reunion on Saturday 28^th September 2019, in ‘Nixy’s’ The Square Bar, Bailieborough. For more details, please contact Caroline on 087 1517479 or email crlnclarke@eircom.net

 Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’: ‘Lend a Hand’ is for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you need a job done, or even just a chat. Phone Ann on 042 9694825.

Bailieborough Celtic Underage Girls: Training for girls born between 2006/2010 has been moved to Thursday’s from 7pm-8pm at the Vale Grounds.

All new players welcome.

Soccer Summer Camps spaces are filling up fast. Book now to avoid disappointment. The Camp takes place from Monday, July 29^th to Friday, August 2^nd, from 10.30am to 3.00pm, each day at the Vale Grounds.

Bailieborough Business Centre:

Excel Level 4, Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.

Computers for Beginners, Level 2 Wednesdays.

Word Level 4, Thursdays 10-1pm.

Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087- 619 0040 for further information.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for July and August 2019: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–July 20^th, (Saturday 1.30pm), July 28^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 24^th (Saturday, 1.30pm).   

Bailieborough Library: Craft Group takes place every Friday from 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm on the last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

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

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

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 24th June 2019

Senior;

East Cavan Gaels 1-09 Cootehill 0-13.

The proverbial “game of two halves “ in the first round of the Senior Championship played in ideal conditions in Kingscourt on Saturday v Cootehill. A very solid first half performance was not replicated in the second as Cootehill reeled us in to win by the minimum. With lessons learned we now switch focus on to next Sunday’s game v Mullahoran.

Saturdays Seniors v Cootehill

Under 17; We have entered into the new Monaghan Under 17 league which will be up and running by the end of June. Fixtures next week.

Under 13; These lads are now back in training preparing for the Cavan championship. Training on Monday at 6.30 in Killann.

Under 11; These lads head for Castleblayney on Saturday next for another challenge. No training on Friday.

U11s at training Friday last.

Under 7/9; Bright sunshine at last on Friday for training. Training again this Friday 6pm at the Vale unless we get a midweek game.

U7/9s at the Vale.

The week ahead;

Monday; U13 training 6.30-7.30 in Killann. U15s away in Cloghan. Seniors training 8-9 in Killann.

Thursday; Senior training tbc.

Friday; U7/9 training on the astro at the Vale 6-7pm. No U11 training. €3 each and water bottle please.

Saturday; U11s away in Castleblayney 2pm

Sunday; Senior Championship round 2 away to Mullahoran 1pm.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

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

Bailieborough News. June 13^th 2019. Matthew J. Cullen.

Episcopal Ordination: Fr. Michael Router’s Episcopal Ordination will take place on Sunday, July 21^st at 3.00pm, in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh and will be available to watch on https://www.churchservices.tv/armaghcathedral

Armagh Archdiocesan Staff are organising the ticketing arrangements for the event and have allotted 80 tickets to Killann Parish. Fr. Michael has submitted a list to them which totals 129 people, representing the three Church Areas: The Pastoral Council, The Finance Committees, office and Church Staff, the School’s, chairs of the Board of Management, ministry co-ordinators, Choir Leaders, political representatives, etc… Hopefully they will find the extra tickets for those on the list. Anyone else who would like to attend, is welcome to travel on the day, as there should be plenty of space in the Cathedral.

Along with Fr. Michael’s Family, 240 Priests have been invited, mainly from the Dioceses of Kilmore and Armagh, along with the Bishops, representatives from each of the 61 Parishes and 22 Pastoral Areas in the Armagh Archdiocese, representatives from each of the Parishes and Schools, Fr. Michael worked in previously, representatives of various nationwide Catholic Groups and representatives from each of the other main Christian Churches.

East Knockbride N.S.: 5K/10K FUN-RUN/WALK:

East Knockbride N.S. Parents Association are holding their Annual 5k and 10k Fun-Run/Walk on Sunday next, 16^th June at 12.30pm.  Registration from 11.45pm in the School, Walk/Run commencing at 12.30pm.  Adults €10, Children €5, family rates available.  This year we are having a “Pyjamas” theme (optional). Refreshments in school afterwards. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Mass of Celebration in thanksgiving for the Ministry of Fr. Michael Router: A Special Mass will be held in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Friday evening, June 21^st at 7.00pm, to congratulate Fr. Michael on his appointment as Auxiliary Bishop of Armagh and to celebrate his outstanding, selfless ministry in service of our Parish. Light refreshments will follow in St. Annes Community Centre, Chapel Road. All parishioners, from each of the Church areas in the Parish are most welcome to attend.

Security Guarding and Door Security Course:  Bailieborough Business Centre Security Guarding and Door Security QQI Level 4. Duration 5 days over 3 weeks. Call 042-9694716 or 087 619 0040  for further information.

Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 01-06-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 02, 05, 15, 28.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Áine McCabe; Mark McCabe; Ellen Sheridan; John Farrelly.

Lotto results for 08-06-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 07, 24, 29, 30.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Marie Logan; Noel McCormack; Glen Smith; John Mooney. Next week’s Jackpot €4,600.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to the Family, relatives and friends of Doreen Mack (nee Hall) formerly of Millmount, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, who passed away in Scotland on Tuesday, 14^thMay 2019.

Doreen’s Funeral Service took place in Trinity Presbyterian Church, Bailieborough on Saturday, June 8^th and was followed by interment of her ashes in the family grave at Corglass Presbyterian Church.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns: Bailieborough Tidy Towns appeals to all business, property and home owners in the Town area to give their property a makeover. Washing walls, footpath’s and painting would be appreciated.
 General clean up on Tuesday evenings, meet at the Library at 7pm.  More help needed—its only for an hour. All welcome.  Come along for an hour and help keep Bailieborough litter free.

Bailieborough MidSummer Fest: Bailieborough MidSummer Festival will be taken place on Friday the 19^th of July until Sunday 21^st of July.

The Festival Committee are delighted to announce that Declan Nerney and his Band will be taking the stage on Main St. on Sunday afternoon, July 21^st with support provided by John McNicholl and his Band.

The Midsummer Festival Duathlon is back on Friday 19^th of July this year with new exciting routes to suit all levels! Also 5k Family Walk or Run. The event will start and finish on Main Street and it will be followed by a BBQ for all participants and marshals, sponsored by Fox’s Bar and Restaurant and afterwards will be the presentation of prizes. 

Calling all crafters, vendors, clubs and local producers for the Bailieborough Midsummer Festival 2019!!
We are now accepting applications for stalls on Main St. on Sunday July 21st from 12-6pm. For more details, /application forms please email:

bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com or call Caroline at 087-176-2628.

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, June 12^th – Tower of Lloyd, Kells, Co Meath

(M) 1.5 hrs. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.30pm. Meet at Spire R163 Oldcastle Road out of Kells. Walk commences at 7.15pm.

June 19^th – Castle Lake, Bailieborough.

(E) Walk 1 hr, (M) 1.5hrs.   Walk commences at the Castle Lake car park at 7.15pm. All welcome.

Irish Blood Transfusion Clinic: The Mobile Unit of the Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be in attendance at the Bailieborough Community School on Tuesday, June 25^th from 5.00pm to 8.30pm. All current blood donors are requested to attend and new donors would be especially welcome.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes:

Sunday, 16^th June: Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – All-Age Service.

Sunday, June 23^rd: Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club.

Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre: We are now taking names for the following Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre, please call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place for these free classes.

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The Diocesan and Parish Pilgrimage to Knock: This year’s Parish Pilgrimage will be to Knock and will take place on Sunday next, June 16^th—the same day as the Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage. All seats on the bus are now taken and it will leave St. Anne’s Church Carpark in Bailieborough at 9.00am.

The Open Door Sessions: Come and join us for our Midsummer Sessions, where there’ll be music from Fergus Daly and Danny Forde and an insight into pottery by artist Olivia Canavan. Hosted by The Open Door Sessions: Bailieborough’s Arts and Music Gathering, this will be a great evening’s entertainment at ‘Downstairs at Nixy’s’, The Square Bar, Bailieborough from 9.00pm on Friday, June 21^st. Free admission. Donations welcome.

Library: Martin Fullen, celebrating Bealtaine Festival. Martin will facilitate a one day still life programme on Saturday, July 6^th from 10.30am-4.30pm at a cost of €35 pp. There are a few places available. Contact us on 042 9665779 if interested!

CMETB Adult Education Guidance and Information Service (Aegis): Are you an adult thinking about returning to education or training? If so, an Adult Guidance Councillor will be available for drop-in queries, every second Thursday, the next one taking place at Bailieborough Library from 10.00am to 2.00pm on Thursday, June 13^th. 

Parish Office: The Parish Office in Bailieborough will be closed for annual leave until 12pm on Friday, June 14^th. On Friday the 14^th, the office will only be open from 12 noon to 3.00pm.

Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl! Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm.  It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome.  Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough at 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.

Citizen’s Information: The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc.  No appointment necessary.

Bailieborough Community School Class of ‘89 re-union: The Bailieborough Community School Class of 1989 are hosting a reunion on Saturday 28^th September 2019, in ‘Nixy’s’ The Square Bar, Bailieborough. For more details, please contact Caroline on 087 1517479 or email crlnclarke@eircom.net

 Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’: ‘Lend a Hand’ is for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you need a job done, or even just a chat. Phone Ann on 042 9694825.

Bailieborough Celtic Underage Girls: Training for girls born between 2006/2010 has been moved to Thursday’s from 7pm-8pm at the Vale Grounds.

All new players welcome.

Bailieborough Business Centre:

Excel Level 4, Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.

Computers for Beginners, Level 2 Wednesdays.

Word Level 4, Thursdays 10-1pm.

Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087- 619 0040 for further information.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for June, July and August 2019: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–June 23^rd, (Sunday 12.30pm), July 20^th, (Saturday 1.30pm), July 28^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 24^th (Saturday, 1.30pm).   

Bailieborough Library: Craft Group takes place every Friday from 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm on the last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

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

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

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 10th June 2019

Bag pack; Very kind and appreciative thanks to all who came out and supported our bag pack recently. Great to see so many parents “putting their shoulders to the wheel” to help the club. Thanks also to Tesco Bailieborough for their continued support for local hurling and to their customers who were most generous.

Exam time!;

Best wishes to all the ECG crew who sit exams at this time.

Senior; The lads rounded off the regular league season with a win v Latton on Thursday last. They now contest the Shield semi-final v Mattock this coming Thursday. Games bringing these lads on.

Under 17; We have entered into the new Monaghan Under 17 league which will be up and running by the end of June.

Under 15; The lads made it a clean sweep in the Tain league by winning their final group game v Carrick on Monday last. Winning all their games now sets them up nicely for the semi-final.

Tain U15 league fixtures (all Mondays)

17/06 semi-final tbc

Under 13; These lads are now back in training preparing for the Cavan championship.

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Under 11; A very good workout by these boys on Friday with two teams playing North Meath at the Vale. Despite giving some serious size advantage to the opposition these lads gave a very good account of themselves. They now head to Latton on Saturday next to play the hosts and Cootehill.

The U11s with North Meath on Friday last.

Under 9; A great game v North Meath on Friday last at the Vale. Some very good performances.

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The U7/9s with North Meath on Friday last.

Under 7; These lads had great fun when North Meath came to visit on Friday at the Vale. Again some serious skill as well as some incredible chats during the game. I suppose it’s all about making new friends as well as the hurling!! Well done to all.

Special thanks to all our parents who helped with Fridays games at the Vale especially Una, Martin and Declan. Great to see 60+ ECG boys hurling away.

The week ahead;

Monday; U11 training 7-8 in Killann. U13 training 7-8 in Killann. U15 county in Breffni 7pm. Seniors 8-9 in Killann.

Thursday; Seniors semi-final away to Mattock Rangers 7.45 tbc.

Friday; U7/9 training on the astro at the Vale 6-7pm €3 each and water bottle please.

Saturday; Under 11s away to Latton and Cootehill in Latton time tbc.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

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

Sing Song/Trad Night: Looking forward to seeing you all for the big sing song/trad night coming up on Friday 14^th June at 10PM in The Tank Pub, Denn. Come along and give us a song, play a tune or tell us a story. Raffle on the night also for Saint Christopher’s Hospice Cavan.  Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. First prize is €200; second prize is a beautiful Hamper plus loads of other prizes on the night. A night not to be missed!!

Lavey Ladies GAA 6th Annual 5k/10k Fun Run is on Sunday, June 16^th in aid of Ballyjamesduff Cancer Support Fund.  Registration starts at 11am at Lavey Community Centre.  The Run starts at 12.30.  €10 for Adults, €5 for kids €20 for family.  Get your running shoes on for a great local cause!

Bailieborough News. May 30^th 2019. Matthew J. Cullen.

Local Elections: Congratulations to Sarah O’Reilly and Paddy McDonald who were elected to Cavan County Council following the local elections on Friday last. Sarah topped the poll and was the first person to be elected in the Bailieborough/Cootehill area, while Paddy had to wait until the final count before securing his seat. In both Councillors, Bailieborough should have a strong voice on the Council for the next five years.

Also, well done to the election candidates of all parties who had removed most of their election posters by late Sunday evening.

Mass of Celebration in thanksgiving for the Ministry of Fr. Michael Router: A Special Mass will be held in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Friday evening, June 21^st at 7.00pm, to congratulate Fr. Michael on his appointment as Auxiliary Bishop of Armagh and to celebrate his outstanding, selfless ministry in service of our Parish. Light refreshments will follow in St. Annes Community Centre, Chapel Road. All parishioners, from each of the Church areas in the Parish are most welcome to attend.

First Communion: The children in 2^nd Class in St. Anne’s National School received their First Holy Communion on Saturday morning last in St. Annes Church. Congratulations to the following 47 children who received the Eucharist for the first time: Michaela Burke, Joshua Byrne, Jamie Byrne, Craig Byrne, Courtney Cadden, Katelynn Collins, Leila Cooney, Erin Daly, Shea Daly, Andrew Donohue, Jake Duffy, Leila Dunne, Freya Farrell, Leon Farrelly, Laila Fee, Ryan Finnegan, Ronan Flanagan, Brooke Flood, A.J. Gorman, Sophia Grimes, Annabela Isla, Ella Hogan, Shelby Hutchinson, Mia Jordan, Grace Kennedy, Louis Kennedy Duffy, Evan Lambe, Andrew Leinster, Lily McCabe, Ellen McCluskey, Shirley May McDonagh, Ruby McEntee, Mya McGuinness, Ava McHugh, Aimee McKenna Murray, Martha Monaghan, Jessica Mullen, Dylan O’Leary, Grace O’Reilly, Kayla Preston Lambe, Jack Rafferty, Ellie Reilly, Michael James Sheridan, Patryk Skrzynski, Aimee Smith, Wiktor Stanik and Ben Toal.

Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 25-05-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 3, 5, 11, 14.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Mairead McCabe; Margo Gormley; Rebecca and Kelli Hynes; Miriam Barry. Next week’s Jackpot €4,400.

Bailieborough School of Music Registration/Open Evening will be held in the Community School on this Thursday evening, May 30^th from 7pm-8.30pm. This is an opportunity for students to try out the various woodwind/brass instruments. New students welcome.

Security Guarding and Door Security Course:  Bailieborough Business Centre Security Guarding and Door Security QQI Level 4. Duration 5 days over 3 weeks. Call 042-9694716 or 087 619 0040  for further information.

Bailieborough Shamrock’s Senior Ladies Karaoke Fundraiser 31^st May.

Bailieborough Shamrocks Senior Ladies are running a Fundraising Karaoke Night this Friday night, 31^st May in Nixy’s ,The Square Bar. This promises to be a great night’s fun and entertainment. Let’s give our Senior Ladies the Support they deserve. Here’s hoping it will be a fantastic 2019 Season for our Senior Ladies. Everyone welcome.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to family Anne, Philip and Padraic, son-in-law Michael, daughter-in-law Treasa, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, brother-in-law Tony Clarke and extended family and friends on the death of Patsy Corcoran, Thomas Street, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully at Cavan General Hospital on Thursday, May 23^rd. Patsy was predeceased by his wife Rosaleen and daughter Mary. Patsy’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Saturday, May 25^th with burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

Bailieborough Community School: Wishing the best of luck to all the pupils from Bailieborough Community School in their upcoming exams, which commence next week.  

Bailieborough Tidy Towns: Bailieborough Tidy Towns appeals to all business, property and home owners in the Town area to give their property a makeover. Washing walls, footpath’s and painting would be appreciated.  Judging begins in early June. 
 General clean up on Tuesday evenings, meet at the Library at 7pm.  More help needed—its only for an hour. All welcome.  Come along for an hour and help keep Bailieborough litter free.

Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, May 29^th – Annaghmakerrig.  Newbliss Rd,

{M} Walk 1 hour 30 minutes approx.  Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.40 pm. From Cootehill take Monaghan Road. After 3km Turn left for Newbliss R189. Continue on this road and park at The Black Kesh Bar (Disused) on the right-hand side.  Walk commencing at 7.15pm.

June 5th –  Dartrey Forest, Cootehill

(M) Walk 1 Hour 30 min. (E) Walk 1 Hour.

Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.45pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm at the car park on the Cootehill to Rockcorry road R188. 1 kilometre from Cootehill on the right before Abbott’s factory. All welcome.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Sunday, 2^nd June:

Bailieborough 10:45am – Holy Communion and Sunday Club followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to sons Patrick and Philip, daughters Rose, Nuala and Imelda, sisters Rose and Bridie, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends on the death of Tess McMahon (nee Smith), Srahan, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, in the loving care of her family on Saturday, May 18^th. Tess was predeceased by her husband Phil. Tess’s Funeral Mass took place in St Patrick’s Church, Tierworker, on Monday, May 20^th with burial afterwards in Moybologue Cemetery.

Mass for the Sick: A Mass for the Sick will take place in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on this Friday evening, May 31^st. This date coincides with the start of the Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes. The Mass will include the Sacrament of the Sick for those who feel in need of its healing graces at this time.

Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre: We are now taking names for the following Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre, please call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place for these free classes.

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Cavan County Museum: New Opening Hours:  Starting on Sunday next, 2^nd June, the Cavan County Museum will open from 2 p.m. – 5.30 p.m. every Sunday for June, July, August and September. Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed Mondays.

Diocesan and Parish Pilgrimage to Knock: This year’s Parish Pilgrimage will be to Knock and will take place on Sunday, June 16^th—the same day as the Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage. Anyone interested in travelling on a Bus from Bailieborough is asked to give their name to the Secretary in the Parish Office during opening hours (042 9665117).

Bridge: President’s Prizes Results: First: Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson.
Second: Maresa Liggan and Marie McNicholas. Best Gross: Tom Moran and John McGahan. Third: Mona McCormack and Kathleen McArdle. Fourth: Rose Brennan and Patti Clarke. Fifth: Pauline McEvoy and Rosaleen Keegan.
Bridge will resume in the Hotel Bailie on Tuesday, 1st October.

CMETB Adult Education Guidance and Information Service (Aegis): Are you an adult thinking about returning to education or training? If so, an Adult Guidance Councillor will be available for drop-in queries, every second Thursday, the next one taking place at Bailieborough Library from 10.00am to 2.00pm on Thursday, May 30^th. 

Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl! Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm.  It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome.  Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back for 2019 and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough AT 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.

Citizen’s Information: The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc.  No appointment necessary.

Bailieborough Community School Class of ‘89 re-union: The Bailieborough Community School Class of 1989 are hosting a reunion on Saturday 28^th September 2019, in ‘Nixy’s’ The Square Bar, Bailieborough. For more details, please contact Caroline on 087 1517479 or email crlnclarke@eircom.net

 Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’: ‘Lend a Hand’ is for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you need a job done, or even just a chat. Phone Ann on 042 9694825.

Bailieborough Celtic Underage Girls: Training for girls born between 2006/2010 has been moved to Thursday’s from 7pm-8pm at the Vale Grounds.

All new players welcome.

Celebrating Bealtaine Festival: Free oil painting classes with Martin Fullen at the Library, on Wednesday 29^th from 2.30pm-4.30pm. This course is open to retired members of our community. Booking essential at 042 9665779.

Bailieborough Business Centre:

Excel Level 4, Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.

Computers for Beginners, Level 2 Wednesdays.

Word Level 4, Thursdays 10-1pm.

Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087- 619 0040 for further information.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for June, July and August 2019: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–June 8^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), June 23^rd, (Sunday 12.30pm), July 20^th, (Saturday 1.30pm), July 28^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 24^th (Saturday, 1.30pm).   

Bailieborough Library: Craft Group takes place every Friday from 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm on the last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

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

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

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 27th May 2019

Bag pack; Tesco Ireland Bailieborough have kindly allowed East Cavan Gaels to do the annual bag pack this coming Saturday from 9-6pm. All hands on deck please as this is a significant fundraiser for the club. Contact Kathryn 087 244 1371 to book your one hour slot. Info at all training sessions and text groups.

Senior; Two good recent league games v Castleblayney and Clontibret. Next up is a trip to Collon in Louth to take on Mattock Rangers on Thursday next.

Monaghan Reserve league fixtures, all away and all Thursdays.

30/05 v Mattock Rangers, Collon, Co. Louth.

Congratulations to Jack Barry and Cian McEntee on the Cavan Lory Meagher panel on Saturday v Leitrim. Jack scored 1-01. Well done lads.

U13/15/17; Training for U13/15/17s will now be on Mondays, if no game, from 7-8 in Killann. We will be getting a series of games for the U14s to prepare for Ulster Feile in June.

The U15s had another good win v Meath side Saints, St Pats, Stamullen and St Colmcilles, on Monday last. Final regular round V Carrick next week in Kingscourt.

Tain U15 league fixtures (all Mondays)

03/06 H v Carrick

Under 7/9/11; Under 7/9s had a good first run on the astro on Friday last. The U11s will move there also from this coming Friday.

The week ahead;

Thursday; Seniors away to Mattock Rangers 7.45.

Friday; U7/9 training on the astro at the Vale 6-7pm U11 from 7-8. €3 each and water bottle please.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

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