Bailieborough Christmas Lights:

There was great excitement amongst the many people gathered at the Market Square on Saturday evening last with the traditional ‘Switching –On’ of the Bailieborough Christmas Lights. Christmas Carols and music was provided by the Bailieborough School of Music and children from the local schools. Santa and his Elves arrived on his sleigh to the great amazement of all the young children present. One of the town’s most noted, sprightly and respected senior citizens, Mrs Rose Fulton, Cavan Road assisted Santa in turning on the lights and everything went to plan when all the dazzling lights lit up to give the town a very Christmassy feel. The children and their parents, then had the opportunity to visit Santa and his Elves in his Grotto.

This year’s lights are magnificent, with everyone commenting on how great they look! It would be well worth one’s while to come along to the town, just to see this terrific display.

The Christmas lights this year is a collective effort of people in our town and highlights the desire to revive it! The number of people who helped out is huge and they gave vast amounts of their time from assembling, erecting and electricians to wire them, and we can’t thank them enough! The Christmas tree was made by local men, Freddie Trotter and Nigel Williamson and the Crib was made by Pat Argue.
Christmas spirit and community spirit is alive and well in Bailieborough and we wish you all, a happy and peaceful Christmas!

 

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 02/12/17.  Numbers Drawn; 2, 4, 8, 23.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Mary Rogers, Rebane, Shercock; Bernadette Mulvihill Lynch, Corglass; Mark Doughty, Drumeva; Conor, Jack and Ava Sheridan, Drumacarrow. Jackpot next week, €2,600.

 

Christmas Mass times at St. Annes, Bailieborough, St. Annes, Killann and St. Patricks, Shercock:

St. Annes, Bailieborough:  Christmas Eve—Sunday, December 24^th: 6.00pm—Children’s Mass—The 6pm Mass is primarily for children and young families—please expect movement and noise during the service.

Midnight Mass: 12 am.

Christmas Day: Monday, December 25^th at 10.00am.

St. Annes, Killann: Christmas Eve at 8.00pm and Christmas Day at 10.00am.

St. Patricks, Shercock: Christmas Eve at 10.00pm and Christmas Day at 11.30am.

 

Social Dancing:

Social dancing takes place in our Community Centre on this Saturday night 11^th of December. This will be a special occasion. Music is by Brendan Magee and Eugene Cunningham. Brendan is well known to country music followers on Sky T.V. Eugene played with showbands but got tired of all the travelling. He is more relaxed now and better than ever on his guitar.

This night is special, it is the Christmas Party Dance. There will be prizes galore and extras with the Supper. A great night with the stars and the extras. All welcome.

 

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

Keep Bailieborough Tidy and reduce the amount of litter by investing in a Reusable Cup for sale in ‘Daybreak’ on Barrack St. This blue cup with the Cavan logo is an ideal present for Cavan fans and Coffee lovers. All proceeds go towards the Bailieborough Tidy Towns.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns annual Christmas raffle, tickets available in all the shops around the town lots of prizes.

 

Bridge Results:

Tuesday, November 21^st: First: Pattie Clarke and Rose Brennan, Second: Marie McNicholas and Maresa Liggan. Best Gross: Tom Moran and John McGahan.

Tuesday, November 28^th: First: Eilish Reynolds and Kathy O’Sullivan, Second: Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson. Best Gross: Patsy Corcoran and Sean Kelleher. Player of the Month: Helen Clarke.

 

Safe Pass: Safe Pass Course at Bailieborough Business Centre – on Wednesday, December 20^th from 8am – 4pm. Cost €100.00. Carvery Lunch and Refreshments included. Call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place.

 

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Christmas Services:

Saturday, December 16^th—‘a Quiet Christmas’—in Bailieborough Church at 11.30am. (This will be a quiet Service, in preparation for the Christmas Celebrations that gives space for reflection, prayer and healing for those grieving or otherwise saddened at Christmas time).

Sunday, December 17^th: ‘Carols for the Family’ at 10.30am in Shercock Church.

‘Carols for the Family’ at 2.00pm in Mullagh Church.

Traditional Carol Service at 7.00pm in Bailieborough Church.

Saturday, December 23^rd: ‘Through the Roof’—at 2.00pm in Knockbride Church. A Christmas Service for adults and children with learning challenges and their carers.

Sunday, December 24^th: Christmas Eve Services: 7.00pm in Shercock Church and 8.30pm in Mullagh Church.

Monday, December 25^th: Christmas Day Services: 10.00am in Bailieborough Church and 11.30am in Knockbride Church. All welcome to all these services.

 

Moybologue Historical Society:

Moybologue old graveyard is featured in the current Winter 2017 edition of Irish Roots Magazine. Copies on sale in Easons and various newsagents, or can be ordered online from the Irish Roots Magazine website.

 

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to daughters, Mai, Margaret, Teresa, Angela and Ann Marie, sons Brian and John, brothers John, Tom and Barney, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren and extended family and friends on the death of Kathleen Nulty (nee Kennedy), St Joseph’s Nursing Home, Virginia and Dundragon, Bailieborough, Co Cavan who passed away peacefully at St Joseph’s Nursing Home on Sunday, November 19^th. Kathleen’s Funeral Mass was held in St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Tuesday, November 21^st with burial afterwards in St. Annes Cemetery.

 

 Beginners Computers:

Computers for Beginners at Bailieborough Business Centre – One class per week for 5 weeks. Cost – Free of Charge. Get started with computers, many other classes offered as follow on classes on completion all FOC. Call 042-969-4716 to register or make further enquiries.

 

St. Vincent DePaul:

St. Annes, St. Vincent De Paul, Bailieborough works in the Parish of Killann, incorporating Bailieborough, Shercock, Killann, Knockbride and Tierworker. Our conference visit families and people in need in this community. Even in our improving economy, the number of people requiring our support is remaining stubbornly high. This year we will spend approximately 50,000 and we expect to spend this again in 2018. The type of support we provide is wide ranging but most often, we help families with basics such as food, heating and education costs. We rely entirely on your support. Please give what you can to the St. Vincent De Paul collection which takes place on Saturday and Sunday next, 9^th and 10^th of December. Thank you and best wishes for Christmas and 2018.

 

Bailieborough Group of Presbyterian Churches: Christmas Services: Sunday, December 17^th: United Carol Service in Ervey Church at 3.00pm.

Sunday, December 24^th: Service in Trinity Church at 10.30am and Corraneary at 12 noon.

Christmas Day, Monday, December 25^th: United Service in Trinity Church, Bailieborough at 10.30am.

New Year’s Eve, Sunday, December 31st: United Service in Corglass at 11.00am. All welcome.

 

Inner City Helping Homeless:

Christmas Shoebox Appeal: Due to demand on supplies, we are starting our ‘Shoe Box’ Appeal early. Pick a shoe box and mark it, male or female. Fill the shoebox with essentials, such as socks, underwear, hats, scarves, gloves, sweets, chocolate and toiletries (NO aerosols, perfumes, aftershave, mouthwash or hand sanitizer). Drop your Shoe Box into the Palliative Care Charity Shop on Main Street. For further information, please contact 089 215 8673.

 

East Cavan Swim Club:

East Cavan Swim Club are very proud of all of these swimmers who excelled at the Ards Junior Christmas Gala on Saturday, December 2^nd. Well done to Maia Finnane, Kelsey Buckland Morris, Kerry Buckland Morris, Kate Kierans, Molly Keegan, Sorsha Cooney, Orlaith Redmond, Oscar Longmore, Johann Behme, Wilhelm Behme and Aaron Redmond.
Fantastic swimming from everyone with lots of Personal Bests and medals (Johann – 3 bronze and 1 gold, Wilhelm-bronze, Kerry – 1 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze, Kate -2 gold, 1 silver and 1 bronze and the age 10 girls trophy, Oscar – 4 gold and Aaron- bronze).
Congratulations to all the swimmers for representing their club so well.

Many, many thanks to all those who supported our Cake Sale on Saturday morning by baking, selling, buying and making donations. Thanks to our own members and to those parents rebooking lessons – East Cavan Swim Club will be there for your children too in the future. Thank you to Bailieborough Leisure Centre for hosting us on Saturday.
We raised a total of €450 which will benefit all the children in the club.
Thank you all for your generosity.

 

Baby and Toddler Group:

Bailieborough Library Baby and Toddler Group starts back every Wednesday at the earlier time of 10am. All babies, toddlers, parents and minders are welcome. No charge.

 

Irish Red Cross:

The Annual Senior Citizen Christmas Party will take place in the Hotel Bailie on Wednesday 6^th of December at 6.30pm. Please contact Julie (086 8968928), Peter (085 1614408) or Helen (087 7431658). Tickets are €10.00 per person. Looking forward to seeing you all!

 

Drumkeery Group Water Scheme:

Scouring of the lines will be carried out between now and Friday, December 15^th. This may cause some disruption to member’s water supply. Should any problems arise, please contact the Maintenance Officer—Seamus McCabe on 086 0466 188. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for December 2017 and January 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church– December 9^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and December 17^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), January 13^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and January 27^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).

 

Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.:

Our Annual General Meeting took place last Friday 1^st, December 2017 in the Clubrooms of St Annes Park, Bailieborough. The following officers were elected for the coming year, 2018.

President – Pat Clarke,

Vice Presidents – Fr. Router, Paddy Kelly, Paddy Matthews, Benny Clarke, Rita Clarke and John Rooney.

CHAIRPERSON – Paddy McDonald.

Vice -Chairman – Donal Clarke.

Secretary – Mark Gilsenan.

Vice-Secretary – Kevin McIntyre.

Treasurer – Eddie Cooney.

Vice-Treasurer – Teresa Reilly.

Club PRO – Gavin Mackey.

Registrar – Cathal Sheridan.

Coaching Officer – Shane Lynch.

Development Officer – Donal Clarke.

Insurance Officer – Gary Heaney.

Youth Officer – Finbarr Clarke.

Irish Officer – Paudge Farrelly.

Children’s Officer – Orla O’Sullivan.

Health & Wellbeing Officer – Finbarr Clarke.

Players Rep – TBC

Lotto committee: Brain Keegan, Mark Gilsenan, Gavin Mackey, David Coleman, Paddy McDonald, Rep from ladies and rep from Camogie.

Pitch Rota -Rita Clarke.

 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 4th December 2017

Under 6/8/10;

Really great work from both groups each week. We trawl far and wide for hurlers and they come from all over to hurl with us at East Cavan Gaels. The Kingscourt group on Thursdays cater for most from the Kingscourt area. We have loads of room in the massive hall so more players are always very welcome to join with us.

The Friday Bailieborough groups continue to go from strength to strength. Players from all over the region hurl with us under the East Cavan Gaels flag. Bailieborough, Shercock, Killinkere, Knockbride, Mullagh and even further afield create a great atmosphere every Friday. Lads making lots of new friends while learning the skills with us. Keep up the good work.

One more week then we call it a day for 2017. Thursday in Kingscourt and Friday in Bailieborough.

Above; The Kingscourt indoor hurling group on Thursday.

Above; The Bailieborough training group U6/8s on Friday.

Above; The Bailieborough U10 training group on Friday.

Under 12/14/16/18; All our sides have now finished their hurling activity for 2017 and take a well-earned break. We will resume for most around the end of January.

Adult hurling; The 7 a side adult league never got going due to fixture congestion and will be rescheduled. We will start again in early 2018 with adult hurling.

Foundation level hurling award/ Child protection/ Garda vetting:

Saturday 9th December in Breffni Park. All interested in getting this important part done contact Willie 086 164 9280.

The week ahead;

Thursday;.Kingscourt indoors in the Community Centre 6.45-7.45.

Friday; Bailieborough indoors at the BCS sports hall U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8.

 

Bailieborough Library:

Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.

Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.

The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.

Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm 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: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.

 

CITIZENS INFORMATION:

Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service.  Any enquiries 076 1075200.

 

Alcoholics Anonymous:

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

 

Hardtimes Chorus:

The recent concert by the ‘Hardtimes Chorus’ raised €9,815. The money will go towards the renovations of St. Annes Church and the Parish Centre. Last week, the Chorus members, their director and manager, all those who attended the concert and all who gave donations were thanked for this wonderful night. This week it is time to acknowledge the great co-operation that was received from local businesses, particularly the Bailie Hotel, SuperValu, and Bailie Stores who sold the tickets, Clarke’s Hardware for the use of their lorry to move equipment and Daybreak for their sponsorship. Thanks also to Anne Ryan Costello who co-ordinated the ticket sales, the Bailieborough Church Area Finance Committee, the ticket sellers on the night and on the weekends leading up to the concert, the stewards in the carpark provided by Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C., those who prepared the church in advance and cleaned it afterwards, Kevin Gorman for his promotion work on Social Media and to Peter Murtagh—MC on the night, for making sure everything ran smoothly.

 

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 18/11/17.  Numbers Drawn; 5, 13, 16, 24.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Bernadette Mulvihill Lynch, Corglass; Patrick Mortimer, Rakeevan; Claire Fay, Highfield; Kyle Higgins. Jackpot next week, €2,400.

 

 32 County Honda Challenge:

So when the ‘easy’ bit of getting around the 32 counties on Hondas was over, the hard bit of collecting money and sponsorship was going on over the last few weeks. On Saturday night last, in Kangley’s—where the whole idea took shape and grew legs—the presentation of the cheque to Bumbleance took place. The Crew had hoped to raise €30,000 on their travels but when all was counted, they had raised an incredible amount of €46,113 for the Children’s Ambulance Service!  A truly great achievement and great thanks must go to the organisers, the riders, the drivers, the collectors, the sponsors, families, friends and the communities who all gave so generously to such a worthy cause.

 

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

Bailieborough Tidy Towns request that no posters or advertisements be put up in the town area that is: Main Street, all approach roads to the town from the 50 kilometre signs in, the roundabouts and the fence opposite Tesco. For a few weeks, there were no signs to be seen, but lately they have made their way back. We thank you for your cooperation.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns annual Christmas raffle, tickets available in all the shops around the town lots of prizes.

 

East Knockbride National School:

East Knockbride N. S are holding an enrolment evening for pupils who wish to enroll for September 2018 on Tuesday next, November 28^th between 6.30pm and 7.30pm in the school. Parents and new pupils are welcome.

 

Bailieborough Heritage Society are hosting a talk on ‘The Evolution of Land Ownership from Landlords to Tenants’ by John O’ Donoghue in Bailieborough Library on Thursday 23rd November at 7.30pm.  Admission free, all welcome.

 

Bailieborough Shamrock’s Underage:

The Underage Presentation for the Underage Boys and Girls is on Saturday 25^th November in the Community School from 5.30pm.  The two men who are attending the Presentation Night are none other than Armagh and Crossmaglen legend Oisin McConville and Cavans very own sharpshooter Seanie Johnson. All welcome.

Also on Saturday night, the Shamrocks are launching the DVD of their very successful ‘Lip Sync Battles’ in Nixys, The Square Bar at 9.00pm. A great night, not to be missed.

 

Charity Dog Walk:

On behalf of Bailieborough Vet Clinic, we (Conor Sheridan’s) would like to thank everyone who participated in our Annual Charity Dog Walk on Saturday 11^th November. A huge thank you to all who donated including ‘Daybreak’ who kindly gave us refreshments for the event. The entire proceeds will be given directly to the Cavan SPCA. Hoping to see you all next year. Final donation figure to be announced later.

 

Classes at the B.D.A. Centre:

Beginners Class: We have Computers for beginners taking place in Bailieborough Business Centre, course is free. Phone: 042-96 94 716 or 086-794-9739 to reserve your place.

 

Mass of Remembrance:

The Annual Mass of Remembrance for all those who have died from the local community and for their bereaved families will take place on Saturday evening next, November 25^th in St. Anne’s Church at 7.00pm.

 

Safe Pass:

Safe Pass course on Friday 14^th December, fee €100 lunch included at Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road. Please call 042-969-4716 or 086-794-9739 to reserve your place.

 

U16 County Champions:

Congratulations to the Bailieborough Community School’s  U16 boys who defeated St Aidan’s Comprehensive, Cootehill in the final of the U16 Cavan Schools competition in the 3G in Kingspan Breffni Park on Wednesday evening last. The lads won the game by 6—12 to 2—11. Well done to all the players involved and their successful management team of Mr Diver and Mr Kavanagh.

 

St. Vincent DePaul:

Now open during lunchtimes and an extra hour in the evenings. Our opening hours are:  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10am to 5pm, Saturdays from 10am to 1pm and 7pm to 9pm on Thursday’s for late night shopping. We would be delighted to accept donations of any unwanted Christmas decorations, trinkets, ornaments, etc. Unfortunately, we cannot accept any electrical items, so please do not donate lights or singing Santas, etc. Thank you for all the donations received since our last appeal. It’s greatly appreciated.

 

Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church:

An ‘Information Meeting’ for all parents of Servers, Choir Leaders, Sacristans, Volunteers, employees in the Parish (Bailieborough, Killann and Shercock) and all interested persons, will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Thursday, November 23^rd at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome and invited to attend.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort:

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort sincerely thank all who supported their recent Community Variety Concert, the amount raised was €5336. Thank you all.

 

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival and Town Events.:

Our Christmas magazine will be printed in next week or so! Thanks to all the businesses who sponsored ads in aid of the Christmas Lights Fund and all the various groups who gave us content for the magazine, we got a fantastic response! Most of the Christmas Lights are now in place and ready for the big switch-on on Saturday, December 2^nd.

 

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:

Another great weekend for the Club’s two senior sides. The Reserve B side had a great away win in Summerhill on Saturday last, when they defeated Summerhill Park Celtic by 2—0. Graham Bayliss with both goals.

On Friday night at the Vale Grounds, the Senior A side had a tough 4-1 win over Rathkenny. Tony O’Reilly, Jude Collins and Conor Noone (2) got the all-important goals to keep the side top of the table.

 

Cavan Birdwatch:

Dundalk is always a favourite with Cavan Birdwatch branch. There is an abundance of waders and migrating birds with great sites to watch them from.

We will be holding an outing to Dundalk bay on Sunday, 26th November. Meet at the docks at 12 noon. Park at Lidl carpark and cross the road to The Spirit Store. Bring a packed lunch and wear warm outdoor gear.

If you have any questions, email cavanbirdwatching@gmail.com

Or on the day phone Michael on 086 8854989 if you need assistance.

Birdwatch Ireland’s Niall Hatch will present a talk about garden birds in the Johnston Library, Cavan on Thursday, 23rd November at 7 p.m. all are welcome. No booking necessary.

 

Bailieborough Social Day Group:

The next get-together of the Social Day Group takes place, today, Wednesday, November 22^nd in the Community Centre from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. New members are always most welcome.

 

Baby and Toddler Group:

Bailieborough Library Baby and Toddler Group starts back every Wednesday at the earlier time of 10am. All babies, toddlers, parents and minders are welcome. No charge.

 

Christmas Craft Fair and Cake Sale:

Ballinamoney Parent’s Association are holding a Christmas Craft Fair and Cake Sale on Sunday 3^rd December, in St. Marys Hall, Tierworker from 10.30am until 1.30pm. Great opportunity to do a spot of Christmas shopping, and pick up some tasty treats.  Guest appearance by Santa. All welcome.

 

Bailieborough Pioneer Association (PTAA):

Seniors or Juniors wishing to join or re-join the association, please contact: 086 3664097 or 086 4054000.

 

The Open Door Sessions:

Mary McEvoy, Jan Muyllaert and Chasing Felix for ‘The Open Door Sessions’ 1^st Birthday/Christmas Party.

Founded in December 2016, The Open Door Sessions, Bailieborough’s monthly Arts and Music Gathering, celebrates their first birthday with a Christmas/Birthday party from 9.00pm on Friday 1^st December at Nixy’s, The Square, Bailieborough.

The Open Door Sessions are delighted to welcome actress Mary McEvoy who will be interviewed and perform a monologue; Jan Muyllaert harp maker /musician and Dublin-based band Chasing Felix.

Mary McEvoy is well-known for her role as Biddy in Glenroe from 1983-2000. Since then Mary has performed in numerous plays, including Big Maggie, Sive, The Field, The Chastitute, The Vagina Monologues, Shirley Valentine, The Matchmaker, The Year of the Hiker, Dancing at Lughnasa, Whippy, The Life and Times of Selma Mae, Moonlight and Music and Jo Bangles. She has just completed a tour of John B. Keane’s The Successful TD with Jon Kenny and Michael Scott.

Jan Muyllaert: Originally from Antwerp, Belgium, Jan has lived in Navan for forty-five years. He is busy fulltime making stringed instruments, mainly harps, but also mandolin, busuki, guitar etc. He is also an accomplished singer/songwriter and practices the guitar and poetry. He loves performing in all sorts of venues purely for the pleasure it brings him. As far as Jan is concerned, ‘any day that nothing creative happens is a not a good one.’
Chasing Felix is a Dublin based band with songs falling into the genres of Electro-Rock, Indietronica and Synth-Pop. Formed in June 2016 the band have recently released their second single, ‘Ghosts (In My Head)’. Band members are Damien Fegan (originally from Ballyjamesduff), Gavin Doyle and Peter Dzvonik. Finger food will be provided on the night.

Admission is free. Donations will be appreciated!

 

Cavan Institute:

To celebrate ‘College Awareness Week’, the Cavan Institute is holding an ‘Information Evening’ for parents of post primary students on Wednesday next, November 22^nd at 7.30pm in its Cathedral Road Campus. Why not join them and find out the benefits of completing a PLC Course in Cavan Institute. Alternately, you and your son/daughter may also consider attending the ‘Drop In’ day on Saturday, November 25^th from 12 noon to 4.00pm. These are great opportunities to chat to their staff, find out about the further education sector and discuss the options available to school leavers and adult learners, so don’t miss out!!

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for November, December 2017 and January 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–November 26^th (Sunday 12.30pm), December 9^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and December 17^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), January 13^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and January 27^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).

 

Bailieborough Library:

Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.

Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.

The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.

Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

 

‘Doubt’: Following a hugely successful run “Doubt “is back by popular demand at the Ramor Theatre on Friday 24^th and Saturday 25^th November at 8.00pm.

Directed by Padraic McIntyre this stunning play in which School Principal Sister Aloysius locks horns with Parish Priest Father Flynn in 1960’s New York.  Who is right?… Who will win the battle?  It might be left with the audience to decide. Booking 049 8547074 or www.ramortheatre.com

 

Annual Christmas Parade of Lights Tractor Run and Family Fun Day

with special guests ‘Grassmen’ hosted by Active Agri Association.

All Vehicles must be—roadworthy and fully insured— welcome.

(Lorries, Tractors, Vans, Cars and Bikes).

Saturday 2nd December 2017.

Proceeds for the Children’s Ward in Cavan General Hospital.

Starting from Killinkere Leisure Centre at 4pm Sharp. The route starts from Killinkere Leisure Centre and will pass through: Cross, Mullagh,

Kingscourt, Bailieborough and then back to Killinkere Leisure Centre.

The route is 51km long and it will take just over 2 hours to complete.

Registration €20 from 11am on the day.

Kids Peddle Tractor Parade at 3pm /Raffle on the day.

For More Details Contact one of the following numbers:

Floyd McNeill (086) 8739323, Charlie McCann (087)3992050, Peter O’Reilly (087)2734338, Alan Kieran (086)3352885, Martin Murray (086)3027193,                                       Ryan Carroll (086)8957348, Pamela Chambers (086)3207728,                         Ciara Byers (087)7106882 or Gwen McNeill (086)1648714.

 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 20th November 2017

Under 6/8/10; These lads continue to beaver away learning the hurling skills in Kingscourt and Bailieborough. This week’s Kingscourt group will train on Wednesday in the Community Centre at 7.15 due to the trade fair preparations from Thursday. Bailieborough group on Friday as normal.

Above; The Kingscourt indoor hurling group on Thursday.

Under 12/13; The lads finished out their season with a good workout on the 3G last week.

Under 16; Our U16s began their 3G games last Wednesday.

Congratulations; Congratulations to Bailieborough Community School on their recent U16 football win. ECG hurling men represented on the squad and congratulations to them also.

Foundation level hurling award/ Child protection/ Garda vetting:

As a club we need to get as many people Garda vetted and through the child protection course to keep the show on the road. It is vitally important that the club is well represented as it is a strict GAA requirement and must be adhered to. Those who wish to do a Foundation Level hurling course are most welcome to also. The next of these are on Saturday 9th December with the child protection and Foundation level hurling on the one day in Breffni Park so a great opportunity to get both done.

The week ahead; Wednesday; U16 Breffni 3G 7pm. Kingscourt indoors in the Community Centre U6/8/10 from 7.15-8.15 (please note the change of day and time for this week.

Friday; Bailieborough indoors at the BCS sports hall U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8.

 

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: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.

 

CITIZENS INFORMATION:

Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service.  Any enquiries 076 1075200.

 

Alcoholics Anonymous:

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

 

Hardtimes Chorus

Only a couple of days left until our new show in St Anne’s Church Bailieborough on Friday night next, 10th November. Have you got your tickets yet? Tickets at €15 now available in Bailie Stores, Hotel Bailie, Supervalu or on the door on the night. The show titled’ Thank You for the Music’ is a celebration of music and song from various artists and genres down the years. The Chorus, Director Claire Reilly and their backing musicians have devoted a huge amount of time and effort in preparing what will be a very special Musical treat. A Choir of 50 singers’ and10 musicians promises a night not to be missed in celebration of the renovation of our beloved St Anne’s Church. Show starts at 8pm, hope to see you all there.

 

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 04/11/17.  Numbers Drawn; 1, 9, 11, 20.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Sharon Ledwith, Cloverhill; Donna Mullen, Maio; Shane Gorman, Borora Park; M Giles, Barrack St. Jackpot next week, €2,200.

 

32 County Honda Challenge:

On Thursday morning, October 26^th, 30 riders on Honda 50’s/70’s/90’s and one Honda 90 trike left Bailieborough to take part in the 32 Counties Honda Challenge—which was to travel through the 32 counties on the island and in doing so to raise funds for ‘Bumbleance’ (The National Children’s Ambulance Service). It is hoped that the funds raised on this epic journey will go towards the purchase of a dedicated Children’s Ambulance for the North Eastern Region. The riders that took part were: Dwayne Lyng, Paddy Rodgers, Gary Gargan, Aidan Cunningham, Conor O’Reilly, Pauric Garvey, John Sheenan, Niall Mulligan (Mohill, Leitrim), Peter Crosby, John McDonald, Gordon Hall, Gary Soden, Brendan Morgan (Wexford), Gerry Martin, Brendan Byrne, Ronan Higgins, Damien Carroll, Paddy Smyth, Darren Gray, Shane Fox, Michael Smith, Paudie O’Reilly, Christopher Denning, Eoghan Smith, Eugene Clarke, Barry Connelly, Tom Heffernan, Matthew Donoghue, Paddy McGuinness and Tommy Martin. Drivers: Brendan Collins, Paul Heffernan and Martin Murray. Collectors: Sarah Fay, Majella Smith, Louise Collins, Aine Collins, Shauna Smith, Ruth Garvey, Laura Plunkett and Roisin McDonald. All the patrons and staff of ‘Kangley’s’, all who donated and anyone else who helped out in any way.

In their epic five-day journey the lads received terrific encouragement everywhere they passed through with people coming out and cheering them on. The weather was mostly kind to them and remarkably there were very few mechanical issues with their machinery. On Bank Holiday Monday, October 30^th, hundreds of people lined Main St, to welcome the lads home. They were joined on the last few legs of the journey by other Honda 50 riders and there were nearly 80 bikes in the cavalcade that entered the town close to 4.00pm, creating a colourful, cheery and noisy spectacle, which is seldom seen nowadays. Local T.D Niamh Smyth welcomed the lads home and event organiser and participant, Gary Gargan also thanked all who had helped in organising and making the event such a success.  The Funds raised from the event will be presented in due course and the question that everybody was asking on Monday evening was, ‘How are we going to surpass that next year’????

 

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Joy, children Jane, Iveagh and Evan and their partners Ernie, Audrey and Eileen, grandchild John, sister Norma, relatives and friends on the death of David Ernest Roberts Jameson, Main Street, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, 26th October 2017. David’s Funeral Service took place in Trinity Presbyterian Church, Bailieborough, on Sunday, October 29^th with burial afterwards in Urcher Graveyard.

 

Classes at the B.D.A. Centre:

Beginners Class: We have Computers for beginners taking place in Bailieborough Business Centre, course is free. Phone: 042-96 94 716 or 086-794-9739 to reserve your place.

 

Annual Sponsored Dog Walk:

The Annual sponsored Dog Walk in aid of CSPCA will take place on Saturday next, 11^th November at 12.30 starting from Bailieboro Veterinary Clinic, (Conor Sheridan’s). Sponsorship cards can be collected at the Clinic and donations accepted. All dogs must be on a lead. Raffle and refreshments on the day. Everyone welcome,

 

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort:

We the committee feel deeply grateful to the exceptionally large crowds who came out on Friday and Saturday nights, to support our Community Variety Concert. To all who sponsored the event and to everyone who gave spot prizes, we wish to acknowledge you all – Millbrook Foods, Oldcastle; Pallas Foods, Dublin; Keelings, Dublin (Cathy Fox); Tesco; Donoghue’s Carry Out; C Mac Electrical (Matthew Cahill); A.C.S. (Adrian Cahill); Waller Bros; McCullagh Construction; Kevin and Gail Carolan; John and Ita Kiernan; Micheal and Joan Giles.

To all the individual artists and musicians, dancers and performers, Bailieborough Drama Group, Don Baker and Eddie Brady and Friends.

To the Hardtimes Chorus thank you for being part of our concert and we wish you every success with your concert “Thank you for the Music” on Friday night 10th November, in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough at 8pm.

And finally to Alex Coleman, Anglo Celt for covering the concert on Friday night.

Without support like this we would not be able to do what we do.

A massive Thank You!

 

Bailieborough Garden Group:

The next meeting of the Bailieborough Garden Group will take place on Monday next, November 13^th at 8pm in Fox’s Lounge, Bailieborough. Eva Fidgeon from The Holistic Gardens, Glassleck will talk to us about how therapeutic gardening can be for both the mind and body and give us some stretching techniques to keep us nimble. Everyone welcome.

 

St. Vincent DePaul:

Our Vincent’s Shop on Main Street has now decided to open during lunchtimes and an extra hour in the evenings and therefore our opening hours have now changed to:  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10am to 5pm, Saturdays from 10am to 1pm and 7pm to 9pm on Thursday’s for late night shopping. Please donate any unwanted Halloween costumes and any paper or plastic bags as well as clothes, household and bric a brac as normal. Thank you for all the donations received since our last appeal. It’s greatly appreciated.

 

Congratulations and Well Done:

Congratulations and well done to the players, managers, mentors and parents of the Bailieborough Shamrocks under 14 boys team who are the County Under 14 Division 1 Championship Winners for the 2nd year in a row. They defeated a strong Castletara side by 10 points to 7 in Kingspan Breffni Park on Sunday last. Also well done to the ‘Shamrocks under 11 Girl’s side who won the County Championship in Kilnaleck on Saturday last, when they defeated Killygarry by 7 points to 5 in the County final replay.

 

Farm Safety Talk:

Peter Gohery from Galway, a farm accident survivor, will give a talk on Farm Safety at the Library on Thursday, November 16^th at 7.30pm. This high impact talk is a must for all farming families. Admission is FREE!

 

Bailieborough Children’s Playground:

AUTUMN CLEAN UP in the playground on Friday next, 10^th November from 10am to 12noon. If you are willing to help out please get in touch. Many hands make light work! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 042-966 66 66.

 

Dhuish Group Water Scheme:

Due to the annual maintenance of the water supply network, there may be a reduction in water pressure in the coming week. This work is necessary in order to maintain the high quality of the water supply.

 

Social Dancing:

Our dance this month will be on next Saturday next, 11^th of November in the Community Centre. Music will be by ‘Show Bud’, with the usual refreshments. Always a good night. All welcome.

 

Introductory Workshop:

‘The Science behind Your Smartphone’ is a 2 hour introductory workshop on how to use smart phones and tablets at the Library on Tuesday, November 14^th at 10.30am. The workshop is FREE but places are limited. Phone 042 9665779 to book your place.

 

Baby and Toddler Group:

Bailieborough Library Baby and Toddler Group starts back every Wednesday at the earlier time of 10am. All babies, toddlers, parents and minders are welcome. No charge.

 

Bailieborough Social Day Group:

Next get-together for the Bailieborough Social Day Group takes place on Wednesday, November 8^th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members are always welcome to come along and join in the activities.

 

Irish Dance Classes:

Irish Dance Classes with World Champion Dancers, Aishling and Emma Fox takes place in Tierworker Hall on Wednesday and Friday evenings. All levels welcome. For more information, please contact: 087 205 9128 or 087 969 9235.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for October and November 2017:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–November 12^th (Sunday, 12.30pm,) November 26^th (Sunday 12.30pm), December 9^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and December 17^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).

 

Bailieborough Library:

Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.

Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.

The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.

Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 6th November 2017

Under 6/8/10; We hope all enjoyed the Halloween break. Indoor hurling returns this week in both Kingscourt and Bailieborough all he a through to early December with some matches v local opposition to come also. New players always very welcome.

Under 12/13; the final round of the U13 takes place this coming Wednesday in Breffni 3G.

Adult and Minor; the first round of the Cavan league is scheduled for next Sunday on the 3G at Breffni Park. Times tbc.

Congratulations; Congratulations to Bailieborough Shamrocks on winning the Cavan Division 1 U14 football title on Sunday last. Lots of ECG hurling men represented on the squad and congrats to them also.

The week ahead;

Wednesday; U13 Breffni 3G 7pm.

Thursday; Kingscourt indoors in the Community Centre U6/8/10 at 6.45.

Friday; Bailieborough indoors at the BCS sports hall U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8.

Sunday; Adult Cavan league Breffni 3G.

 

Local Fundraiser:

A Fundraiser in aid of the Steele family, Killinkere—who recently lost their family home through fire—will take place in Killinkere Leisure Centre on Saturday, November 18^th at 8.30pm. The event will consist of a Table Quiz and Auction and all are most welcome to attend.

 

Tullyvin Musical Society are taking to the stage with ‘9 to 5 the Musical’. Shows are running from November 15th-18th in Tullyvin Community Centre. Show starts at 8pm. Jam packed with great songs, music and plenty of laughs… Don’t miss out! Ticket Hotline : 089-7079960 or contact members of Tullyvin Musical Society for tickets.

 

Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne (Breifne Historical Society)
Invites you to join them on Thursday 16^th  November 2017 at 8pm in the Pastoral Centre, St. Patrick’s College, Cavan for a lecture by Fr. Ultan McGoohan entitled, ‘The Noggin of hell-fire’—The Parish mission movement in Kilmore diocese 1850-80. All welcome.

 

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: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.

 

CITIZENS INFORMATION:

Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service.  Any enquiries 076 1075200.

 

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

 

Bailieborough Poetry Festival:

The 2017 Bailieborough Poetry Prize was awarded to Grainne Tobin from Co. Down, runner up was Christopher James from Nova Scotia. Many thanks to the Hotel Bailie for sponsoring this competition.

 

The Open Door Sessions:

This month’s ‘Open Door Sessions’ will take place on Friday next, October 20^th in Nixys, The Square Bar (downstairs), commencing at 9.00pm. The artists taking part this month are: ‘Wayfarer’—Folk Band, Liz O’Hanlon—Drama and Ronan Leonard—singer/songwriter. All welcome for a great night’s entertainment.

 

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to sister Alice and brother-in-law Peter Kerr, nephews Ronan and Derek, cousins and extended family and friends on the death of Margaret Lynch, Lakeland, Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, Co, Cavan, who passed away on Thursday, 5th Oct. 2017, peacefully at Collage View Nursing Home, Cavan. Margaret’s Funeral Mass took place on Saturday, October 7^th in St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

 

Bailieborough Men’s Shed:

Located at the Beckscourt Centre, the Men’s Shed is an excellent outlet for men to get together, enjoy their time, have a chat and learn new skills. All are welcome. Anyone interested or needing further details, please call into the Centre or call: 042 9694825.

 

Enrolment for Confirmation:

The students in 6^th Class in St. Anne’s N.S., St. Felims N.S. and the Model N.S. who are to be confirmed on Sunday, March 4^th, 2018 will be enrolled for the sacrament at the 7.00pm Vigil Mass on Saturday evening next, October 21^st.

 

32 County Honda Challenge:

The launch night for the ’32 County Honda Challenge’ took place in Kangley’s Bar on Saturday last. This event hopes to raise funds for Bumbleance—The Children’s National Ambulance Service. On Thursday, October 26^th, 32 Honda 50/ 70/ 90’s will leave from Kangley’s at 9.00am and over the following 5 days, they hope to travel through the 32 counties, raising funds for the Children’s Ambulance Service.

The list of towns that the bikes will be passing through each day, is as follows:

Thursday 26th October:

Kingscourt (Cavan), Drogheda (Louth), Skerries (Dublin), Ashbourne (Meath), Maynooth (Kildare), Blessington (Wicklow),
Carlow Town (Carlow), Leighlin Road (Laois), Kilkenny Town (Kilkenny).

Friday 27th October:

New Ross (Wexford), Carrick-On-Suir (Waterford)
Clonmel (Tipperary), Mitchelstown and Mallow (Cork), Kilbeheny (Limerick)
Killarney, Tralee and Listowel (Kerry).

Saturday 28th October:

Ennis (Clare), Loughrea and Ballinasloe (Galway),
Shannonbridge (Offaly), Frenchpark (Roscommon), Athlone (Westmeath),
Longford Town (Longford), Carrick-On-Shannon (Leitrim), Charlestown (Mayo), Sligo Town (Sligo).

Sunday 29th October:

Bundoran (Donegal), Enniskillen (Fermanagh), Omagh (Tyrone), Derry City (Derry), Ballymena (Antrim).

Monday 30th October:

Lurgan and Keady (Armagh), Gilford (Down), Castleblayney (Monaghan), Shercock and Bailieborough (Cavan).

All support and donations are much appreciated.

 

Bailieboro Cancer Comfort presents “A Community Variety Concert” on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th November 2017, in Bailieborough Community Centre at 8.30pm. €10 entrance fee at the door. Please come and enjoy a good night’s entertainment.

 

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 14/10/17.  Numbers Drawn; 1, 8, 16, 23.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Nicola Rogers, Knockbride; Seamus & Cara Clarke, Drumooslin; Elizabeth Ruxton, c/o Crossons; Margaret Carolan, Lisnalea. Jackpot next week, €1,900.

 

St. Annes N.S. celebrates its 60^th Anniversary this year:

The school intends to mark this occasion and wishes to compile a collection of Photographs associated with the school. If you have any photographs to add to this important collection, please call to the school office where photographs will be scanned. All original photographs will be returned.

 

East Cavan Gaels: Hurling Club:

East Cavan Gaels are currently recruiting minor and adult players to join their Club, to enter into competitions for the first time, starting with a new 9-a-side league. All adults/minors from the entire region i.e. Bailieborough, Shercock, Killann, Knockbride, Killinkere, Mullagh areas, who wish to join us are invited to come along. Training takes place every Sunday morning in Kingscourt at 11.00am.

 

‘Vincent’s Shop’, Main St:

Our Vincent’s Shop on Main Street has now decided to open during lunchtimes, so our opening hours have now changed to Monday ,Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10am to 4pm. Saturday, 10am to 1pm and 8pm to 9pm on Thursday’s for late night shopping. Please donate any unwanted Halloween costumes and any paper or plastic bags as well as clothes, household and bric a brac as normal. Thank you for all the donations received since our last appeal—it’s greatly appreciated.

 

Classes at the B.D.A. Centre: Beginners Class: We have Computers for beginners taking place in Bailieborough Business Centre, course is free. Phone: 042-96 94 716 or 086-794-9739 to reserve your place.

 

Hardtimes Chorus will present “Thank You for the Music” a wonderful concert in aid of St Anne’s Church Renovation Project. Tickets are now available in St Anne’s Parish Office (Curate’s House), Virginia Road on Mondays from 10.30am to 3.30pm, Thursday’s from 10.00am to 3.30pm and Fridays from 2.00pm to 6.00pm, Super Valu, Bailie Stores and the Bailie Hotel. Tickets will also be available after weekend Masses.  Your support would be much appreciated. The Show date is Friday 10th November 2017 at 8 pm in St Anne’s Church. Admission €15.00.

 

Skills for Work – Free Computer Training Locally

Skills for Work are currently organising a number of Computer Courses locally in the Enterprise Centre in Bailieboro.  Courses include Spreadsheets, Word and Computers for Farmers.  If you are employed, self –employed or farming, these courses are free.

All enquiries can be directed to Mary – Skills for Work, Cavan on 087 9731103 or email marydalton@cmetb.ie or Regina Clark ALO on 049 8553528 or emailreginaclarke@cmetb.ie

 

 

 

Cavan Birdwatch:

Cavan Birdwatch outing to the Sligo coast on Sunday 22nd of October to see Barnacle Geese and winter migrants.
Meet in Cartron car park, Sligo town, at 11.00 a.m. All are welcome. Contact cavanbirdwatching@gmail.com or 087 7735487 for more information.

 

Bailieborough Community Indoor Bowls:

Bailieborough Community Indoor Bowls take place every Tuesday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.

 

Baby and Toddler Group:

Bailieborough Library Baby and Toddler Group starts back every Wednesday at the earlier time of 10am. All babies, toddlers, parents and minders are welcome. No charge.

 

Irish Dance Classes:

Irish Dance Classes with World Champion Dancers, Aishling and Emma Fox takes place in Tierworker Hall on Wednesday and Friday evenings. All levels welcome. For more information, please contact: 087 205 9128 or 087 969 9235.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for October and November 2017:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–October 22^nd (Sunday, 12.0pm), November 11^th (Saturday 1.30pm) and November 26^th (Sunday 12.30pm).

 

Bailieborough Library: Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.

Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.

The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.

Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

 

 

 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 16th October 2017

Under 6/8/10; Great work going on with both groups. Well done to all especially our new recruits. Training indoors every Thursday and Friday in Kingscourt and Bailieborough respectively.

Under 12/13; Floodlights still out of action in Breffni so we try again this coming Wednesday.

Under 16; The Ballymachugh tournament has been postponed to a later date.

RIP; It is with great sadness that we learned of the untimely passing, after a bravely fought illness, of Teresa Raleigh from the Caiseal Gaels hurling club in Mayo. We hosted Caiseal Gaels in Bailieborough for National Feile in 2015 and Teresa was the driving force of her club in her capacity as Chairperson of the club and we have great memories of a great weekend in her company. We send condolences to her husband Michael and son Michael Jr. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam uasal.

Adult and Minor; We have entered into the Cavan 9 a side adult league beginning in November on the 3G. This will be our first ever taste of adult hurling in the club and will act as preparation for a full 15 a side team in 2018. Training for all adult and minor players will be on Sunday mornings in Kingscourt Stars GAA grounds at 11am sharp.

The week ahead;

Wednesday; U13 Breffni 3G 7pm.

Thursday; .Kingscourt indoors in the Community Centre U6/8/10 at 6.45.

Friday; Bailieborough indoors at the BCS sports hall U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8.

Sunday; Adult and minor training 11am in Kingscourt Stars GAA grounds.

 

THE GALLANT 5KM/10KM CHALLENGE:

In aid of St Christopher’s Hospice Cavan takes place on Saturday 28th October 2017.  This event will start and finish at McSeains Bar, Cornafean and will be marked out and stewarded along the route to guide you along the way to whichever distance you decide to participate in. Main sponsors are MacManus Pharmacies Cavan, O’Neill’s Pub and Shop in Redhills and Garry Smith from Smith’s Catering in Ballyconnell. Over the previous 13 years the Challenge has been an outstanding success raising €367,000 for this wonderful cause. There will be loads of surprises and craic on the day and it will be a fantastic day for the family.  Entry fee on the day to participate in the Challenge is voluntary.  Anyone wishing to donate to this very worthy cause can do so by leaving donations in the Village Foodstore, Crossdoney.  All donations are greatly accepted.

Sponsorship cards are available from St Christopher’s Hospice 049-4332999, Ciaran Weir 086-0753309, William Hughes on 086-3584700 and Village Foodstore in Crossdoney.  Please COME ALONG and support this worthy cause!!

 

Halloween Camps:

Tanagh Forest School (6-11yrs) and Tanagh Bush Camp Craft (12-15yrs) camps are running over the Halloween, 31st Oct, 1st Nov and 2nd Nov. Forest School is in the morning from 10am-1pm and Bush Camp Craft is in the afternoon from 2pm-5pm. Contact Philomena for more information 049-5552988 or email: info@tanaghoutdooreducation.com

Book early to avoid disappointment.

 

 Get Ready, Get Steady, Go :

Have you taken time out to look after family or raise children?  Would you like to meet new people and boost your confidence?  Are you thinking about returning to work? If so then a new programme from Cavan /Monaghan Education and Training Board could be for you.

Get Ready, Get Steady, Go is open to women who are out of the workforce but are not on jobseekers’ payments. You can take part if you are on no payment, or on a payment such as Carer’s Allowance, Disability Allowance or One-Parent Family Payment. Classes will run two mornings a week in your local community. The programme will cover Personal Development and Health and Wellbeing. You will be able to develop a Personal Plan for your future. For more information contact Ceinwen on 087 1967888 or email ceinwenfergus@cmetb.ie

This project is supported by the Irish Government and the European Social Fund (ESF) as part of the programme for Employability, Inclusion and Learning (PEIL) 2014-2020.

 

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: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.

 

CITIZENS INFORMATION: Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service.  Any enquiries 076 1075200.

 

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

 

 

Bailieborough Shamrocks: ‘Lip Sync’ Fundraiser -All Weather Pitch Project.

Major Fundraiser Lip Sync Battles This Saturday night.

Bailieborough Shamrocks Gaa Clubs Major Fundraiser ‘Lip Sync Battles’ takes place this coming Saturday the 7th October 2017 at 8pm in Killinkere Leisure Centre. This show is going to be spectacular and we have 13 amazing Acts who have been rehearsing for the past 6 weeks. The time and effort everyone has put in has been mind blowing and we as a club can’t thank each and every one enough. You are certainly going to blow the roof of Killinkere Leisure Centre with your performances.

Our Judges on the night are Damien O’ Reilly, Countrywide on RTE Radio, Mike Sheehan aka Dean from Fair City and our very own Liz O’ Hanlon (The Night Joe Dolans Car Broke Down).

The whole idea of having this Fundraiser is to construct an All Weather Pitch in our Gaa Grounds. The Contractor moved in last week and work has started so it’s all systems go. We hope to have this project finished by the end of November and it will be available to our ever expanding club members and the wider community and community groups. This facility will allow our teams to train any time of the year. In 8 weeks’ time we will have our Main Playing field, a 117M x 80M training field and our All Weather Pitch. Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA Club will be well equipped after this to cater for our ever expanding membership. Our Facilities will be as good as any in the County bar none. With 1,000 tickets sold we expect a packed venue on the night and I promise you all you won’t be disappointed with the show. So anyone who hasn’t got a ticket yet, hurry as you don’t want to miss this massive production. There will be tickets available at the door on the night. Looking forward to seeing you all there Saturday night.

Bailieborough Poetry Festival:. The Bailieborough Poetry Festival will take place this weekend. Now in its 5th year the Poetry Festival will be host to artist Michelle Boyle, Noel Monahan, Patrick Chapman, Gerard Smyth, Liam McCabe, Linda Opyr and Emily Wills.

Bailieborough Poetry Festival Programme of events.

THURSDAY 5th October-Bailieborough Library 7pm.

Official opening of Poetry Festival AND visual art exhibition by Michelle Boyle in the Library Arts space.
This event will include a selected reading by members of the LitLab collaborating with the artist and her work.

FRIDAY 6th October- Murtagh’s Lounge- 7.30pm.

Noel Monahan, the Cavan and internationally renowned poet, has edited the third anthology of poems by LitLab, entitled ‘Frank Miller Stole My Girl’. He will officially launch the collection, which will be followed by a LitLab reading from the anthology.

Noel Monahan will then read a selection of his own work.

An open mic will follow and then finishing the night will be Liam McCabe, musician with his recent collection of spoken word songs.

SATURDAY 7th October- Bailieborough Library

Bailieborough Library
10am-1pm. Poetry workshop by American poet Linda Opyr.

Bailie Hotel
10am-1pm. Poetry workshop by UK poet Emily Wills.

Bailieborough Library
2.30pm. Bailieborough Poetry Prize presentation by poet Patrick Chapman, followed with readings by winning poets. The following poems have been shortlisted for the Award:

‘My Apple’ – M. McSweeney,
‘The Neuroses of Tralee’ – G. Egan,
‘Open to Interpretation’ – K. O’Connor,
‘Children of the Shadow Men’ – R. Coventry,
‘Before the Flow’ – M. McFadden,
‘Antler’ – G. Moore,
‘Ode to the Red Squirrels of Tollymore Forest’ – G. Tobin and
‘Cranford Park’ – C. James.
‘Hold On’ – C. James
‘Monument’ – L. Sharpe

3.30-4pm. Tea break.
4pm. Reading by Patrick Chapman.
4.30-5pm. Open mic.

Murtagh’s lounge
7.30pm readings by travelling guest poets, Linda Opyr and Emily Wills.
8.30pm reading by renowned Irish poet, Gerard Smyth
Music to finish.

Bailieborough Poetry Festival……………..WHERE WORDS MATTER.

 

Bailieborough Branch of the Irish Red Cross: The Bailieborough Branch of the Irish Red Cross would like to express their gratitude to the people of Bailieborough, Killann and Shercock for their support of their recent collection. We collected €820 for the Donegal Flood Appeal, many thanks to all.

 

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest sympathy is extended to sons, Michael, P.J., Eamon, Eugene and Andrew, daughters Maureen, Agnes, Margaret and Sue, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and large family circle on the death of Mrs. Margaret Lynch (nee Rooney), wife of the late Patrick, Seefin, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan in her 95th year, who passed away peacefully at Fairlawns Nursing Home, Bailieborough on Friday, September 22^nd. Margaret was predeceased by son Thomas, daughter Bridget and grandson Declan Quinn. Margaret’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West on Monday, September 24^th with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

St. Vincent DePaul Appeal: St Vincent De Paul need your help, we are seeking donations of good quality Bric a Brac for the shop. This would include ornaments, dinner sets, tea sets cutlery, plates, dishes, glasses and pictures. Also, good condition curtains, towels, sheets, pillow cases and table linen, which are saleable in the shop. Thank you for your support for this appeal and for all your support in the past. Goods can be handed in to the shop on the Main Street.

‘Free Irish Classes’: FREE Irish Classes, starting at the Library on Tuesday, October 17^th at 2pm. This course is accredited and facilitated by a qualified tutor. Places are limited and may be subject to conditions. Phone 042 9665779 for enquiries.

 

“Spanish Coffee Morning in Bailieborough”: Learn Spanish in a friendly environment with a Native Spanish Teacher, while enjoying a nice cup of tea or coffee. Lesson are every Tuesday from 10 to 11am, Beginners. Price: 5 lessons €50. To enrol please contact Lydia on 0877414735. One to one lessons and grinds also available.

Cootehill Pony Club Charity Drive: The Club had a brilliant turn out for this year’s Charity/Memorial Drive. This year they were raising money for the Children’s Ward and Special Care Baby Unit in Cavan General Hospital. They would like to thank all the drivers who turned out for the day and all those who came along to support the club. Their thanks also goes out to Joe and Mary O’Reilly in the Hideout for their hospitality before and after the drive. The Club would also like to thank all the people and business people in Bailieborough for their help and support in making the day such a success.

Congratulations to Paddy Mulligan on being awarded the Sean McQuillan Perpetual Cup and to Freddie Lockhart on being award the Noel McDermott Perpetual Shield.

 

“Spanish for Children”: Classes will be arranged accordingly with their age group. Children from juniors to 6th class. Children will learn Spanish in a very friendly and dynamic manner. Starting soon!!! Names taken now. Feel free to contact Lydia on 0877414735.

HARVEST THANKSGIVING:   The Annual Harvest Thanksgiving will take place at the Saturday and Sunday Masses on the weekend of October 14^th and 15^th. If you have any produce, that you would like displayed, please contact, Marie Guckian or Geraldine Reilly.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to son Jimmy, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends on the death of Nancy Brady (nee Fitzpatrick), Carrickgorman, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Monday 25^th September. Nancy was predeceased by her husband, James some years ago. Nancy’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Ultan’s Church, Killinkere, on Thursday morning, September 28^th with burial afterwards in St. Ultan’s Cemetery.

Bailieborough Men’s Shed: Located at the Beckscourt Centre, the Men’s Shed is an excellent outlet for men to get together, enjoy their time, have a chat and learn new skills. All are welcome. Anyone interested or needing further details, please call into the Centre or call: 042 9694825.

East Cavan Gaels: Hurling Club: East Cavan Gaels are currently recruiting minor and adult players to join their Club, to enter into competitions for the first time, starting with a new 9-a-side league. All adults/minors from the entire region i.e. Bailieborough, Shercock, Killann, Knockbride, Killinkere, Mullagh areas, who wish to join us are invited to come along.

Classes at the B.D.A. Centre: Computers for Beginners – Tuesday Evenings, 5 weeks for 2 Hours, Print Bank Statements, Book Holidays, Set up Email, On Line Motor Tax and much more.

 Computers for Improvers – Getting your photos from your phone to print, send attachments with email, an introduction to word, excel, social media and much more.

Graphic Design – Create and print posters and advertisements for your small business or club.

Web Design – Create and manage Web sites for your small business or club, computer competency necessary.

 Microsoft Word – Letters, Mail Merges, Setting up and printing documents, booklets, leaflets.

 Microsoft Excel – Keeping records for your small business or club.

 All classes are free – Call 042-969-4716 or 086-794-9739 to Reserve your place.

Hardtimes Chorus will present “Thank You for the Music” a wonderful concert in aid of St Anne’s Church Renovation Project. Tickets are now available in St Anne’s Parish Office (Curate’s House), Virginia Road on Mondays from 10.30am to 3.30pm, Thursday’s from 10.00am to 3.30pm and Fridays from 2.00pm to 6.00pm, Super Valu, Bailie Stores and the Bailie Hotel. Tickets will also be available after weekend Masses from October 8^th.  Your support would be much appreciated. The Show date is Friday 10th November 2017 at 8 pm in St Anne’s Church. Admission €15.00.

Bailieborough Social Day Group: The Group will resume again after the Summer break in the Community Centre, today, Wednesday, October 4^th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. Welcome to all our existing members and hope to see some new members from the wider Bailieborough Community area for lots of activities, chat, outings, music, song, refreshments, etc…

Bailieborough Community Indoor Bowls: Bailieborough Community Indoor Bowls take place every Tuesday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.

Six out of Six!: The Bailieboro Celtic senior ‘A’ team’s winning start to the season continued on Sunday last, when they defeated Drogheda side, Hazel Lane by 1—0 in their top of the table clash in Drogheda. This win sees the side top of the table by two points with a game less played. The senior reserve side also had a great win when they defeated Glenmuir 2nds by 2—1 at the Vale Grounds on Saturday afternoon last. This result places the side third in their division, three points behind the leaders. Well done lads and keep up the good work!!

Baby and Toddler Group: Bailieborough Library Baby and Toddler Group starts back every Wednesday at the earlier time of 10am. All babies, toddlers, parents and minders are welcome. No charge.

Irish Dance Classes: Irish Dance Classes with World Champion Dancers, Aishling and Emma Fox takes place in Tierworker Hall on Wednesday and Friday evenings. All levels welcome. For more information, please contact: 087 205 9128 or 087 969 9235.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for October and November 2017: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–October 14^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), October 22^nd (Sunday, 12.0pm), November 11^th (Saturday 1.30pm) and November 26^th (Sunday 12.30pm).

Bailieborough Library: Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.

Ipads with Social Media for Beginners –   Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm. This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs.  (IPADS are provided). Contact:042 9665779 or

email: fburke@cavancoco.ie

Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.

The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.

Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 2nd October 2017

Under 6/8/10; Indoor hurling is now fully back up and running in both Kingscourt on Thursdays and Bailieborough on Fridays. It has been one of the best new starts in many years with lots of new players joining the fun. Let’s keep up the good work. New players always welcome. Equipment supplied.

Under 12/13; U13 starts Wednesday 4th October on the 3G at Breffni Park. ECG will have two teams. Best of luck to all

Under 14; The 2017 Cavan U14 Hurling Championship Final is set for Monday 2nd October in Breffni 3G at 7pm. Best of luck to all our players, management and mentors as they take on reigning champions Cootehill.

Under 16; The lads head to Ballymachugh for an U16 tournament on Saturday next in what promises to be a good days hurling. Best of luck to all.

Adult and Minor; Adult hurling (it’s here, at last!); We have entered into the Cavan 9 a side adult league beginning in November on the 3G. This will be our first ever taste of adult hurling in the club and will act as preparation for a full 15 a side team in 2018. Training for all adult and minor players will be on Sunday mornings in Kingscourt Stars GAA grounds at 11am sharp.

The week ahead;

Wednesday; U13 Breffni 3G 7pm.

Thursday;. Kingscourt indoors U6/8/10 at 6.45.

Friday; Bailieborough indoors U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8.

Saturday; U16 tournament in Ballymachugh

Sunday; Adult and minor training 11am in Kingscourt Stars GAA grounds.

Midweek updates on our Facebook page- East Cavan Gaels Hurling.

THE GALLANT 5KM/10KM CHALLENGE: In aid of St Christopher’s Hospice Cavan takes place on Saturday 28th October 2017.  This event will start and finish at McSeains Bar, Cornafean and will be marked out and stewarded along the route to guide you along the way to whichever distance you decide to participate in. Main sponsors are MacManus Pharmacies Cavan, O’Neill’s Pub and Shop in Redhills and Garry Smith from Smith’s Catering in Ballyconnell. Over the previous 13 years the Challenge has been an outstanding success raising €367,000 for this wonderful cause. There will be loads of surprises and craic on the day and it will be a fantastic day for the family.  Entry fee on the day to participate in the Challenge is voluntary.  Anyone wishing to donate to this very worthy cause can do so by leaving donations in the Village Foodstore, Crossdoney.  All donations are greatly accepted.

Sponsorship cards are available from St Christopher’s Hospice 049-4332999, Ciaran Weir 086-0753309, William Hughes on 086-3584700 and Village Foodstore in Crossdoney.  Please COME ALONG and support this worthy cause!!

Halloween Camps: Tanagh Forest School (6-11yrs) and Tanagh Bush Camp Craft (12-15yrs) camps are running over the Halloween, 31st Oct, 1st Nov and 2nd Nov. Forest School is in the morning from 10am-1pm and Bush Camp Craft is in the afternoon from 2pm-5pm. Contact Philomena for more information 049-5552988 or email: info@tanaghoutdooreducation.com

Book early to avoid disappointment.

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: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.

CITIZENS INFORMATION: Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service.  Any enquiries 076 1075200.

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