Bailieborough News. September 12th 2019. Matthew J. Cullen.

Blessing of  the Graves: Thank you to all who attended the Blessing of the Graves in St. Anne’s Cemetery on Sunday week last. As usual there was a very large crowd present. Thank you to the Church stewards, who managed the parking and traffic very well and to the Pastoral Council who organised the ceremony and who, along with members of the Finance committee, took up the collection, which this year, thanks to your generous contributions, amounted to €4,504. Thank you also to the members of the Community Employment Scheme who had the cemetery looking so well, to the readers, the local Legion of Mary who led the Rosary and to Tracey Carroll who played beautiful instrumental pieces during the Service.

End of an Era: This Friday, September 13^th sees the closure of the Post Office, on Main Street at 4.30pm. It is the ‘end of an era’ for Catherine O’Reilly and her family and staff, who have served in the Post Office for many, many years. On behalf of the community in Bailieborough and surrounding areas, we thank you for your excellent service and wish you well in your retirement.

The new Post Office—at the rear of ‘Super-Valu—will open on Monday morning, September 16^th at 10.30am. We wish, Lorraine Harris, all the best in taking over this mainstay, of the local community.

Bailieborough Development Association are proud to announce that Phase 1 and 2 of Bailieborough Courthouse regeneration project is complete. We are inviting interested parties who would like to use the space to give us a call for a viewing. The spaces comprise, individual pay per day Hot Desk, Meeting Space, Training Space, Rehearsal and Performance space, Studio space. We have made the space as versatile as possible to suit all different types of use. Please call Lee on 042-969-4716 or 086-794-9739 or email lee@bailieborough.com

Balloon Release: Annual Balloon Release to remember our loved ones who died by Suicide will take place at Lough Sillan Lake Shercock on Friday next, 13th September at 6pm. Songs will be sung and a few words said to remember those gone too soon. Please bring your own helium balloons. Everyone welcome. 

Bailieborough Social Day Centre: The Bailieborough Social Day Centre will be starting back on this Wednesday, September 11^th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, for the usual entertainment. New members are always most welcome.

Trad Musicians Wanted: Calling all amateur traditional musicians. Bailieborough Development Association would like to encourage amateur musicians to come together to share their musical skills and have the craic. This is a social programme, designed to get people out of isolation and to socialise and share skills. Call 042-969-4716 for further information.

Vincent’s Shop: Some of our current volunteers said that they first volunteered with us to meet new people, make a difference in their local community and felt that it was a good way to spend their free time. We at Vincents, on Main St., Bailieborough are currently looking to add to our current set-up of volunteers, mainly to cover Saturday mornings from 10.00am to 1pm, every Saturday. Should you wish to join us for this role, please call into the Shop to speak to Stephen McGuire, the Shop Manager or call him on 085 1894 922.

Deepest Condolences:  Deepest Sympathy is extended to the family of Eugene Farrelly (Raheny) and formerly Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Saturday, 31st August 2019, peacefully, at home. Beloved husband of Brenda and father of Jacqueline, Miriam, Brenda, Eoghan, Nessa and Aideen, grandfather to Amy, Neal, Eamonn, Aoife, Neasa, Emma, Ben, Ella, Aida and Alex, brother to Patricia and Vera; sadly missed by his daughter and sons in law Caroline, Gerry, Edward, David and Nessa’s partner Phil, extended family and friends, Eugene was predeceased by his brothers and sisters, Frank, Philip, Mary, James, Julia, Mary, John, Bridie, Maud, his twin sister Agneta, Eddie, Tim, and Kevin. Eugene’s Funeral Mass took place in the St John the Evangelist Church, Kilbarrack, Dublin 5, on Monday, September 2^nd  followed by burial in St. Fintan’s Cemetery, Sutton.

Beginners Irish: Six week Beginners Irish course starting at the Library on Tuesday, September 17^th from 10.30am-12.30pm. The classes are facilitated by Cavan/ Monaghan Education and Training Board and are FREE. Classes will be informal and relaxed and all interested please ring library at 042 9665779.

Bowls: Bailieborough Community Bowls resume in the Community Centre on Wednesday, September 11^th at 8.00pm and every Wednesday thereafter, for the new Bowls season. New members—both male and female are most welcome.

Arrangements for Booking Bailieborough Community Centre: Contact or call into the Parish Office during it’s public opening hours to request a booking form. The booking form will need to include insurance and child safeguarding—if applicable—details for your group. The charge for use of the Centre is €10 per hour including set-up and clean-up time. For stand-alone events this charge is payable at the time of booking. For a long term booking, an arrangement can be made with the Parish Office to pay after an agreed period of time. If paying by cheque please make it out to—Bailieborough Church No 2 A/C. The user is liable for all damages to the hall incurred during the period of use. The Bailieborough Church Area Finance Committee has the right to refuse any booking.

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.

Irish Dancing Classes: Irish Dancing Classes will take place every Thursday evening from 6.00 to 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, commencing on Thursday, September 5^th. For further details, please contact: Tracy at 085 771 2282.

Culture Night, Friday, September 20^th: ‘Colourful Cavan and Beyond,’ by Artist Jim McParlin. An Art exhibition comprising of paintings depicting scenes from around the county and locations further afield. Venue: Bailieborough Library, Market Square, Bailieborough, Co Cavan. Time: 4pm to 5:15pm. All welcome.

Spanish Lessons with Lydia: Spanish Lessons with Lydia in Bailieborough will take place in the B.D.A. Centre, Shercock Road, (beside the playground) on Tuesday and Wednesday, ¾ September. Group lessons for school children (all ages), adult lessons, beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. For more information, call or message Lydia on 087 741 4735.

Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 07-09-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 4, 5, 13, 19.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Leona McDonnell; Sean O’Sullivan; Amelia O’Brien; Eddie Farrelly. Next week’s Jackpot €5,900.

‘The Open Door Sessions—Culture Night, Friday, September 20th: A gathering together to celebrate music, poetry, comedy and art.
A celebration of music, poetry, comedy and art, commencing at 9.00pm, in ‘Downstairs @ Nixy’s’, The Square Bar, Bailieborough.  Guests on the night: Faraway Martin (music), Joe Byrne (poet), Hidden Stills (music), Ross Mc Carthy (comedian), Miriam Fitzgerald Juskova (visual artist) and local woman, Fidel Hogan Walsh (poet). Free admission and all are most welcome to attend. .

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.

St. Vincent DePaul Annual Pilgrimage to Knock: The Annual St. Vincent DePaul Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Saturday next, September 14^th. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 8.30am. Bookings with €15 bus fare can be made in Vincent’s Shop, Main St., Bailieborough by Saturday, August 31^st.

Moybologue Historical Society: After the success of ‘Moybologue and the parishes of East Cavan; 1400 – 1800’ in October 2018, Moybologue Historical Society – Cumann Seanchais Mhaigh Bolg is delighted to welcome Monsignor Liam Kelly back to Tierworker for ‘Culture Night‘ 2019 with a talk on ‘Culture Night: The Battle Of Coolnahinch and other troubles in the 1790s,’ in St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker on Friday 20th September at 8:30pm.

Monsignor Kelly is a native of County Leitrim and is current Diocesan Administrator of the Diocese of Kilmore. He was appointed Vicar General of the Diocese of Kilmore in 2015. He is a noted historian and has written several books, his most recent one being The Diocese of Kilmore c,1100-1800 which was published in 2017. Join us on the night to hear his insights into the troubled and tragic events at nearby Coolnahinch in November 1793.

As with all our talks and events, admission is free of charge, refreshments will be served and all are welcome.

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.

Harvest Mission :Between Sunday, 29^th September and Wednesday, 2^nd October, The Bailieborough Group of Church of Ireland Parishes will be taking part in a diocese wide harvest mission called ‘Gathered In’.  All of the mission events are open to everyone and anyone who wants to come along. Here are some notable times and events:

Sunday 29th September at 3pm outside Knockbride Church, Community Tractor Service – polish up the Tractor and bring it out to pray for the harvest. 

Tuesday 1st October at 11am Coffee morning in the Rectory, 7:30pm Wholeness and Healing Service in Bailieborough Church.

Wednesday 2nd October 8pm in the Bailie Hotel, Johnny Cash ‘Walking the Line’ – David Kelly sings the songs of Johnny Cash and relays the ups ad downs of Johnny’s spiritual life story.

For more details contact Rev Ian Horner.  

School Reunion: On Saturday 28^th September, the Bailieborough Community School ‘Class of 89’ are having a school reunion in Nixys, The Square Bar, at 9.30 pm. Please contact Caroline at 042 9666355 for further information.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for September and October 2019: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–  September 21^st (Saturday, 1.30pm), October 6^th (Sunday, 12.30pm) and October 19^th (Saturday, 1.30pm).  

Bailieborough Library: The Craft Group are still going strong with many great memories and hopefully more to come! Not just a craft group, but a place to come, have a cuppa, learn new talents, make new friends and feel very welcome. Everyone is welcome every Friday morning drop in from 10am to 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.

Walking programme for people recovering from Cancer:

The Irish Cancer Society’s, Strides for Life walking programme will start in September. The Strides for Life is a walking programme developed for people recovering from cancer treatment. The programme is organised by Cuan, Cavan cancer support centre and will take place in the grounds of the Farnham Estate and Spa Resort, who have very kindly allowed the use of their grounds. Strides for Life, caters for all levels of ability and comprises of a weekly group walk and an individual training programme. Family members or friends are also welcome. Tea/coffee will be available after each walk. Enquiries and pre-registration text/phone 0876486076 or email mcaleernuala@gmail.com.

Bailieborough News. August 22nd 2019. Matthew J. Cullen.

Heritage Week: ‘Walking Among the Dead’: Bailieborough Heritage Society will host a ‘Walk Among the Dead’ as part of Heritage Week. The walk will take place on Saturday next, August 24^th from 11am to 12 noon at the Old Church of Ireland Graveyard entrance. We will lead a tour of this graveyard. Along the way we will highlight the more interesting epitaphs and the lives of the people interred therein and those who died during the famine.

This old church and graveyard is behind the Church of Ireland at the junction of Main Street and Church St. Bailieborough. Cars may access the site from the Shercock Road. Parking available at the BDA Centre. Admission is free. For further information, please contact, 0872244159.

Bailieborough Development Association are proud to announce that Phase 1 and 2 of Bailieborough Courthouse regeneration project is complete. We are inviting interested parties who would like to use the space to give us a call for a viewing. The spaces comprise, individual pay per day Hot Desk, Meeting Space, Training Space, Rehearsal and Performance space, Studio space. We have made the space as versatile as possible to suit all different types of use. Please call Lee on 042-969-4716 or 086-794-9739 or email lee@bailieborough.com

Bailieborough Creative Hub: Bailieborough Creative Hub present National Heritage Week art exhibition ‘Past Times/Pastimes’.
The exhibition runs until 30^th  August. All welcome. For further information please contact:  bailieboroughcreativehub@gmail.com or bbcreativehub@gmail.com

Trad Musicians Wanted: Calling all amateur traditional musicians. Bailieborough Development Association would like to encourage amateur musicians to come together to share their musical skills and have the craic. This is a social programme, designed to get people out of isolation and to socialise and share skills. Call 042-969-4716 for further information.

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, August 21^st – Lough an Leagh /Tierworker: Walk1.5/ 2hr hours (approx) Leaving Bailieborough Library at 7pm. Meet at Royal Breffni carpark . Walk commencing at 7.15pm.

Wednesday, August 28th –Maudabawn:

(M) Walk 1.5 hours. Leaving  Bailieborough Library at 6.50pm. Meet at St. Patrick’s Church, Gallonreagh, Maudabawn. Walk commences at 7.15pm.  Follow R191 Canningstown /Cootehill Road for 10.5km. Turn right at sign for Maudabawn. All welcome.

Moybologue Historical Society: Heritage Week Event 2019: ‘Old Habits Die Hard: The lore and customs of the old Irish graveyard’ by well known Seanchai and Author Eddie Lenihan, in St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker, on Saturday next, 24th August, from 7-9pm. All welcome, refreshments served.

Deepest Condolences: are extended to brothers and sisters, Joe, Mary, John, Eugene, Delia, Patricia, Rosie, Kathleen, Noel and Julie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends on the death of Michael Murray, Birmingham, England and late of Urcher, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Sunday, 4th August 2019, suddenly in England. Michael was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Mary. Michael’s Funeral Mass took place on Monday, August 12^th in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, with burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes:

Sunday 25^th August: Bailieborough 10:45am–Morning Prayer followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon–Morning Prayer.

Bailieborough Leisure Centre: Bailieborough Leisure Centre are having a ‘Family Fun Day’ at the Centre on Sunday next, August 25^th. The event will commence at 3.00pm and it is part of the Centre’s 20^th Anniversary celebrations. All are welcome to come along and enjoy the day.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to family Kathleen, Bridgid, Eugene, Cathal and Martina, daughter in law, sons in law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchild, nephews, nieces, relatives, friends and neighbours on the death of

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.

Parish Pastoral Council: A combined meeting of the Bailieborough , Shercock and Killann Pastoral Councils will take place on Monday evening next, August 26^th at 8pm in the Parish Centre, Bailieborough. All members are asked to please attend.

The Bailieborough Poetry Festival 2019:

The 7th Bailieborough Poetry Festival will take place this year from 3rd to 5th October. Building on previous years’ events we have a refreshing group of poets, artists, readers and musicians.

In keeping with past festivals, the festival will open with an art exhibition by Cavan-based artist, Jim McPartlin on the Thursday of the weekend in the arts space of Bailieborough Library. This will be followed by LitLab readings. Over the course of the weekend there will be poetry workshops by visiting poets aimed at participants at all levels of writing experience, interviews, open mic events, the presentation of the Bailieborough Poetry prize and a walking tour of local literary places of interest.

This year’s festival welcomes recently appointed Writer-in-Residence, Anthony J Quinn, who has already become involved in numerous projects in the county and across the pre-Brexit border. He hails from County Tyrone and will be reading his own work and providing advice for aspiring writers.

Visiting poets this year will include Pat Boran and Moya Cannon both of whom will be conducting workshops on the Saturday morning of the festival. Early booking is advised as the workshops are always oversubscribed. Cavan poet Kate Ennals will also feature this year.

The Bailieborough Poetry Prize competition is now open. Closing date for entry is Friday, 6th September 2019.

First prize of €300 for winning poem. Each poem must not exceed 50 lines, and should be typed, single-spaced. The competition is open to anybody who has reached their 18th birthday by the 6th September 2019. Up to three poems may be submitted per entry. You may submit as many entries as you wish. A fee of €5 per poem or 3 poems for €10 is payable. Payment should be made via the PayPal button. Further details may be found on www.bailieboroughpoetry.com

Spanish Lessons with Lydia: Spanish Lessons with Lydia in Bailieborough will take place in the B.D.A. Centre, Shercock Road, (beside the playground) on Tuesday and Wednesday, ¾ September. Group lessons for school children (all ages), adult lessons, beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. For more information, call or message Lydia on 087 741 4735.

Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of  Andrew (Andy) Hall, Lear, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Nursing Home, Virginia on Monday, August 12^th. Andy was predeceased by his parents, James and Ethel and brother Jim. Andy’s Funeral Service took place in Corglass Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, August 14^th with burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.

Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 17-08-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 7, 16, 19, 23.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Oliver and Geraldine Clarke; Raymond Gilsenan; Liam Clarke; PJ O’Brien. Next week’s Jackpot €5,600.

Cemetery Sunday: The annual Blessing of the Graves in St. Anne’s Cemetery will take place on Sunday, September 1^st at 12 noon. Each family is asked to bring along a small container of water, which will be blessed during the service. This water will be sprinkled by a family member on the grave before the recitation of the Rosary.

All church stewards are asked to assist with parking and report to the car park at the graveyard by 10.45am. Those attending are kindly requested to follow the instructions of the stewards and to co-operate with them at all times. Members of the Parish Pastoral Council and Finance Committee will take up a collection for the upkeep of the cemetery, at various different locations before and after the ceremony. Please give as generously as you can.

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.

‘Walk for Willow’: The first Anniversary ‘Walk for Willow’ will take place on Saturday, August 31^st. This event will host a walk, run and cycle in memory of Baby Willow Clarke and all the beautiful babies who have learned to fly instead of walk. There will be two parts to the event with a 50k/80k Cycle commencing at 10am from the Community Centre, Chapel Road. Registration will be from 9am and the entry fee is €20. The second part of the event is a 5k/10k Walk, Run or Crawl which will commence at 12.30pm, with registration from 12 noon. Entry fees are €10 or €15 for a family. All proceeds will go to Feileacain Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Association of Ireland.  All donations greatly appreciated and all are most welcome to come along and participate in the events.

St. Vincent DePaul Annual Pilgrimage to Knock: The Annual St. Vincent DePaul Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Saturday, September 14^th. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 8.30am. Bookings with €15 bus fare can be made in Vincent’s Shop, Main St., Bailieborough by Saturday, August 31^st.

Cavan Institute: Cavan Institute are hosting an ‘Open Day’ on this Thursday, August 22^nd from 12 noon to 4.00pm. Everyone welcome.

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 August, September and October 2019: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–August 24^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), September 8^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), September 21^st (Saturday, 1.30pm), October 6^th (Sunday, 12.30pm) and October 19^th (Saturday, 1.30pm).  

Bailieborough Library: The Craft Group are still going strong with many great memories and hopefully more to come! Not just a craft group, but a place to come, have a cuppa, learn new talents, make new friends and feel very welcome. Everyone is welcome every Friday morning drop in from 10am to 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.

Walking programme for people recovering from Cancer:

The Irish Cancer Society’s, Strides for Life walking programme will start in September. The Strides for Life is a walking programme developed for people recovering from cancer treatment. The programme is organised by Cuan, Cavan cancer support centre and will take place in the grounds of the Farnham Estate and Spa Resort, who have very kindly allowed the use of their grounds. Strides for Life, caters for all levels of ability and comprises of a weekly group walk and an individual training programme. Family members or friends are also welcome. Tea/coffee will be available after each walk. Enquiries and pre-registration text/phone 0876486076 or email mcaleernuala@gmail.com.

Bailieborough News. August 8^th  2019. Matthew J. Cullen.

St. Anne’s National School: Book: Last call for photos… St. Anne’s National School plans to publish a book this autumn, covering 70 years of its history. As expected, people have shared many photos but more would be welcome—especially from the early years. Photos will be scanned and returned. Please have a final look for photos for inclusion in this book.

Bailieborough Creative Hub: Bailieborough Creative Hub present National Heritage Week art exhibition ‘Past Times/Pastimes’.
Opening night: Thursday 15^th  August at 7pm in Bailieborough Library.
The exhibition runs until 30^th  August. All welcome. For further information please contact:  bailieboroughcreativehub@gmail.com or bbcreativehub@gmail.com

Congratulations: Congratulations are extended to Carmel and Joe O’Reilly, Dromore and to Anna and Tom Monaghan, Corlurgan, who recently celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversaries. 

Bailieborough Photography Exhibition:

The Bailieborough Photography Exhibition continues upstairs in the Library during normal opening hours until Saturday next, August 10th. Come along and see photos from 12 local photographers showcasing their talents with photos of interest to local and surrounding areas. Don’t miss out on what is an excellent display. All welcome and admission is free.

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, August 7th – Girley Bog (M) Walk 1 Hour 30 min.  Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.30pm. Meet at Cloncat Service Station, 8.5km from Kells to Clonmellon Road., N52 at 7.05pm. Walk commencing at Girley Bog at 7.15pm.

August 14th – – Deerpark Forest,  Virginia.

(M) Walk 1 Hour 15 min. (E) Walk 1 Hour. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.50pm. Walk commences at Virginia Rugby Club entrance to Deerpark at 7.15pm.

All welcome.

Deepest Sympathy:  The entire community and surrounding area were saddened to learn of the passing of Victoria McLeish (née Martin), Waterloo, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and formerly Kingscourt, who passed away peacefully at St. Christopher’s Hospice, Cavan surrounded by her devoted family on Thursday, July 25^th.  Loving wife of Ian, dear mother of Grace, Niall and Sophia. Victoria will be sadly missed by her parents Paul and Patricia, brother Simon, parents in law Grant and Liz, brother and sisters-in-laws, nieces, cousins, extended relatives and a large circle of friends along with kind neighbours. Victoria’s Funeral Mass took place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt on Saturday morning, July 27^th with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Services:  Sunday 11^th  August:

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

Knockbride 12noon—Holy Communion.

Sunday, 18^th August: Bailieborough 10:45am—Morning Prayer followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon—Morning Prayer.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to son Octavian, mother Ann, sister Linda, brother Fran, partner Jim, brother-in- law Mark, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, relatives and many, many friends of Mary Theresa Kelly, Stone Cottage, Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully in the wonderful care of the staff of St Christopher Hospice, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, July 24^th. Mary’s Funeral Service took place on Saturday, July 27^th  at 2pm in Bailieborough Parish Church, followed by Cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Dublin Road Cavan.

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.

Heritage Week: ‘Walking Among the Dead’: Bailieborough Heritage Society will host a ‘Walk Among the Dead’ as part of Heritage Week. The walk will take place on Saturday, August 24^th from 11am to 12 noon at the Old Church of Ireland Graveyard entrance. We will lead a tour of this graveyard. Along the way we will highlight the more interesting epitaphs and the lives of the people interred therein and those who died during the famine.

This old church and graveyard is behind the Church of Ireland at the junction of Main Street and Church St. Bailieborough. Cars may access the site from the Shercock Road. Parking available at the BDA Centre. Admission is free. For further information, please contact, 0872244159.

The Bailieborough Poetry Festival 2019:

The 7th Bailieborough Poetry Festival will take place this year from 3rd to 5th October. Building on previous years’ events we have a refreshing group of poets, artists, readers and musicians.

In keeping with past festivals, the festival will open with an art exhibition by Cavan-based artist, Jim McPartlin on the Thursday of the weekend in the arts space of Bailieborough Library. This will be followed by LitLab readings. Over the course of the weekend there will be poetry workshops by visiting poets aimed at participants at all levels of writing experience, interviews, open mic events, the presentation of the Bailieborough Poetry prize and a walking tour of local literary places of interest.

This year’s festival welcomes recently appointed Writer-in-Residence, Anthony J Quinn, who has already become involved in numerous projects in the county and across the pre-Brexit border. He hails from County Tyrone and will be reading his own work and providing advice for aspiring writers.

Visiting poets this year will include Pat Boran and Moya Cannon both of whom will be conducting workshops on the Saturday morning of the festival. Early booking is advised as the workshops are always oversubscribed. Cavan poet Kate Ennals will also feature this year.

The Bailieborough Poetry Prize competition is now open. Closing date for entry is Friday, 6th September 2019.

First prize of €300 for winning poem. Each poem must not exceed 50 lines, and should be typed, single-spaced. The competition is open to anybody who has reached their 18th birthday by the 6th September 2019. Up to three poems may be submitted per entry. You may submit as many entries as you wish. A fee of €5 per poem or 3 poems for €10 is payable. Payment should be made via the PayPal button. Further details may be found on www.bailieboroughpoetry.com

Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife, Helen on the death of husband, Frank (Norrie) Dowd, Curragh, Gorey, Wexford and formerly of Finaway, Ballyjamesduff, Co. Cavan and Tonyfoyle, Bailieboro, Co. Cavan and Senneleys Park Road, Birmingham.

Frank was the brother of Margaret (Molloy), Paddy, Mattie and Peter (O’Dowd), and cherished son of the late Mattie and Gretta.

Frank’s death is deeply regretted by his brothers, sister, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, great-grand-nephew, extended family, relatives and friends. Frank’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Mary’s Church, Clanaphilip, on Monday 29th July, followed by burial in the adjoining Cemetery.

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.

The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Killann on Saturday, August 17^th at 7.00pm and in Shercock on Sunday, August 18^th following 11.30am Mass.

The Blessing of the Graves in Moybolougue Cemetery (old and new) will take place after the 10am Mass on Sunday, August 18^th.

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.: Hard to believe the FAI soccer camp is now finished, it was a brilliant week and a huge success for the club.

Special thank you to the coaches, Ciaran, Aideen, Rachel, Darren, Lorcan, Francis, Ryan, Mark and also to Thomas Heffernan of the FAI for helping to facilitate the camp.

Thank you to everyone who attended, children and their parents. 100 children took part and there are a lot of talented players, if you are not involved with the club then do get in touch.

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 August, September and October 2019: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–August 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), August 24^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), September 8^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), September 21^st (Saturday, 1.30pm), October 6^th (Sunday, 12.30pm) and October 19^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.

Bailieborough News. July 18^th 2019. Matthew J. Cullen.

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

The Festival kicks off on Friday next with a ‘Photo Exhibition’ at the Library, featuring work from talented local photographers, who all capture beautiful moments and memories. The exhibition runs all through the Festival and will be open until August 12^th.  The Official ‘Opening Night’ of the exhibition will take place on Thursday, July 18^th at 7.15pm in the Library and it will be opened by local Historian, Mr. Leslie McKeague.  

Also on Friday evening, the play ‘The Year of the Hiker’ performed by the Moynalty Drama Group will be coming to the Bailie Hotel at 8.00pm. Tickets are available from the Bailie Hotel reception at only €12. A night not to be missed.

The Midsummer Festival Duathlon is back, also on Friday 20^th of July and this year it is sponsored by Link Credit Union. This year, there are new exciting routes to suit all levels. There will be a 5k Family Walk or Run, followed by a BBQ for all participants, sponsored by Fox’s bar. 

The event will start and finish on Main Street and registration will take place from 6.30pm with the event due to start at 7.15pm. All welcome.

Saturday morning, sees fun and games for all age groups at the Community School pitch from 11.30am to 3.00pm. This event is sponsored by Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.

From 2.00pm to 6.00pm, the Bailieborough Creative Hub will be exhibiting their wares at the Market Square.

On Saturday afternoon, the ever popular ‘Teddy Bear’s Picnic’ takes place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road from 2.00pm onwards. €5 entry fee, with goody bags and drinks and don’t forget your teddies!

Mud Bugs Biodiversity workshop at the Library from 3.00pm to 4.00pm. Celebrate the nature around us with story and craft. Children aged over 7 years. This is a free event for children, but booking is essential at 042 9665779. This event is supported by Cavan County Council.

A ‘Walking Treasure Hunt’—sponsored by Noel Smith Construction—will take place around the town from 12 noon to 5.00pm, with registration at the Bailie Hotel from 11.30am.

From 4.30pm onwards an under 10 GAA Football blitz will take place in St. Annes Park. This event is sponsored by the Bailie Hotel.

From 4.00pm to 7.00pm, a Car Treasure Hunt will take place sponsored by Sean Smith Autos. Registration to take place at the Bailie Hotel.

From 5.00pm, a Vintage, Classic and Sport Vehicle Run will take place, with registration at the Market Square at 4.30pm. This event will feature cars, bikes and tractors from many an era and is in aid of the Bailieborough and Killann Cancer Funds. This will be followed by live music from ‘The Great Pretenders’ from 8.00pm to 10.00pm at the Market Square. There will be an open air barbeque, activities and family fun!

Also on Saturday, the film ‘The Man Who Wanted to Fly’ (about local man, Bobby Coote) will be shown in the newly renovated Court House—at the bottom of Main Street. Both screenings of the film—4.30pm and 8.30pm, have now sold out, but the film is being shown on R.T.E. 1 on Monday, July 22^nd at 9.35pm.

Sunday sees the Family Fun Day taking place on Main Street. The road will be closed from 11.00am to 7.00pm. Admission is €5 for adults, with children going free. There will be: Bouncy Castles, Inflatables, Face Painting, Novelty Obstacle Course, Craft and Food Stalls, Vintage Vehicle Display, Local singers and entertainers and much, much more!!

Also on Sunday morning, at 10.00am, a mixed Historical Walk with John Ed Sheanon will leave the Market Square at 10.00am.

The infamous ‘Ducking Chair’ will be in use all day on Sunday, with the proceeds going to the Bailieborough Shamrocks Ladies G.A.A. Club.

At 1.00pm, the final of ‘Bailieborough’s Got Talent Final’ will take place on the Main Stage.

At 2.00pm, John McNicholl will provide music on the Main Stage.

From 2.30pm, a new attraction, this year, with ‘The Novelty Dog Show’. Sponsored by ‘Graeme’s Groom Room’, this canine celebration features many categories including, ‘Best Trick’ and ‘Waggiest Tail’!!, plus spot prizes for you and your four legged friends on the day. €2 entry fee with the proceeds going to the C.S.P.C.A.

From 4.00pm to 6.00pm, please come and dance along to , this year’s fabulous headline act, Declan Nerney and his Band.

At 10.00pm, the Festival Finale Dance will take place in the Hotel Bailie with free entry.

  A fun-filled weekend for all the family, with plenty of activities for young and old makes this weekend, one not to be missed!

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

All in our local community, wish Fr. Michael ‘all the best’ in his new ministry and thank him for all the dedication, hard work and joy that he brought to the town and parish over the years.

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.

Bus to Bishop Michael’s Mass of Thanksgiving (Monday, July 22^nd): If you would like to attend, Bishop Michael’s first Mass of Thanksgiving as Bishop, in St. Malachy’s Church, Armagh on Monday evening next, July 22^nd, please give your name along with a deposit of €10 to Roisin McDonald, c/o T. Sheridan and Co, Market Square, Bailieborough before Friday evening, July 19^th. For enquiries, please contact, Roisin at 086 338 8485. The bus will depart at 4.45pm sharp, from the Chapel carpark on the Virginia Road.

Moon Walk: 5k Moon walk on Lough an Leagh on Saturday next, 20^th July at 8.30 pm. Entry fee €10, starting point is at the picnic area. All proceeds go to local Cancer Charities. Refreshments afterwards. All welcome.

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.

Lotto results for 13-07-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 02, 20, 21, 22.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Teresa Cooney; Aaron Cullen; Siobhan and Trisha Maguire; Tom A Leddy. Next week’s Jackpot €5,100.

Bailieborough Walking Group:

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.

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.

All welcome.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Betty, brother Jim, children Trisha, Declan, Siobhan, Carmel, Adelene, Martin, Maureen, Antionette, grandchildren, relatives and friends on the death of William (Willie) Bailie, formerly The Kells Road, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan who passed away peacefully in London on Saturday, June 29^th. Willie was predeceased by his son Johnny. Willie’s Funeral Service took place in Bailieborough Parish Church on Monday, July 8^th with burial afterwards in the adjoining Graveyard.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Sunday 21^st July:

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

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

Sunday 28^th 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.

Computers for Beginners· Find your way around the · Internet, · Learn Email, Motor Tax, · Online Shopping and more.

 Computers for Improvers Level 2· Advanced email· Attachments· Social Media· Revenue.

‘Hardtimes Chorus’: ‘Hardtimes Chorus’ are holding an ‘Open Choir Evening’ to welcome new members on this 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.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Mary, daughter Bethanne (Reilly), son Jonathan, son-in-law Bernard, grandchildren Cian, Aoife, Ciarán, J.D, Pearce, Rhys, sisters Eileen, Mary, Nancy, and twin Lily, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends on the death of John Clarke, Beechdale Drive, Navan and formerly of Corlurgan, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, aged 68 years, who passed away peacefully at Our Lady’s Hospital, Navan on Friday, July 5^th. John’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Mary’s Church, Navan on Tuesday, July 9^th followed by burial in St. Finian’s Cemetery, Old Athboy Road, Navan.

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

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.

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 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.

Vintage Run and Show: Last year we got together and decided to raise some money for Cancer Care and with all the help from everyone local and faraway we managed to raise €5086.

This year we hope to match it, and the chosen charities are Cancer Care and 

Cu Chulainn Blood Bikes.

If you would like to come along and bring your vintage motorcycle or car, feel free. everybody is welcome to see the show and please donate to these worthy causes. 

Classic Cars and Vintage Motorbikes from 1940’s upwards will be in Cootehill Town from 11.00am to 1pm and Tullyvin Village from 5pm onwards on Sunday 21^st July. 

For more information contact Kevin Tiernan 0878399630.

Bailieborough News. July 4^st 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.

Thank You: ‘Thank You’ to everyone who supported the ‘Ann Clerkin Memorial Walk’ on Saturday, May 25^th and a very special thanks to all who helped on the day. The event which was a great success raised €6,975.00 and will be divided between Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Fund, Ataxia Foundation, Ireland and Parkinsons Association of Ireland, Cavan Branch, from Peadar Clerkin and Family.

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.

Annual Parish BBQ: Bailieborough Church of Ireland Group of Parishes Annual BBQ takes place on Saturday next, 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!

Darkness into Light, Bailieborough: Sinéad from Pieta House called down to us last week to confirm the total money raised by the ‘Darkness into Light’, Bailieborough event in May of this year. Thanks to all who supported in helping to raise a massive total of €30,623. Well done to the community of Bailieborough and surrounding areas. Here’s looking forward to 2020.

Bailieborough School of Music:

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.

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: Wednesday, July 3^rd July   – Dun A Ri Forest, Kingscourt. (M) Walk – 1.5 hours approx or (E) 1 hour. Commencing at Cabra School entrance to Dun a Rí Forest Park, Shercock Road, Kingscourt at 7.15pm.  Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.50pm.

Wednesday, July 10th – Corraneary/Knockbride East:

(A) 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. All welcome.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: 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 042-969-4716 to reserve your place for these free classes.

Computers for Beginners· Find your way around the · Internet, · Learn Email, Motor Tax, · Online Shopping and more.

 Computers for Improvers Level 2· Advanced email· Attachments· Social Media· Revenue.

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 weeks 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!

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 1st July 2019

Senior;

East Cavan Gaels 2-08 Mullahoran 1-15. A very enjoyable championship encounter in Mullahoran on Sunday morning. Our third encounter with the champions this year and on each occasion we get closer and closer. Once again a very good first half display backed up in the third quarter but in the end the cuteness that Mullahoran have at this level helped them pull clear at the end. We keep building and get on with the final round v Pearse Og in a couple of weeks.

Under 17; We have entered into the new Monaghan Under 17 league.

Under 15; A very good performance but one which wasn’t enough on the night v a good Castleblayney side in the Tain Og U15 semi-final on Monday last. We are as good as our Monaghan counterparts at this level which bodes well for the future.

A weeks break for all our U13/15/17s and we get back together next week.

Mondays U15 squad.

Under 13; These lads are now back in training preparing for the Cavan championship. No training this week.

Under 11; Two big blitzes ahead. Derrynoose hopefully for the U10s on Sunday next and Breffni 3G for all U11s on Monday.

 Under 7/9; Under 7/9 blitz Monday 8th on Breffni 3G. U9 training Friday 6-7 on the astro at the Vale.

Congrats; Huge congratulations to James Tully and Hugh Smith who won football Feile with their club Laragh Utd at the weekend. James has the unique achievement of winning Feile in both football and hurling in successive years. Well done lads.

Laragh squad with James No.9 and Hugh No. 21. Well done lads!

Above; Daire Leddy, front row third from left in ECG top, representing ECG and Cavan at National Feile skills competition in Abbotstown in Dublin last week. In good company but not out of place. Well done Daire!

The week ahead; No U13/15/17 training this week.

Monday; U11 training 6.30-7.30 in Killann.

Thursday; Senior training tbc.

Friday; U9 training on the astro at the Vale 6-7pm. €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.