Lakelands Arch Club:

The Annual General Meeting of the Lakelands Arch Club will take place in the Hotel Bailie, tonight, Wednesday, June 20^th at 7.30pm. The Arch Club is a social meeting place which takes place once a month for people of all ages with Special Needs. Anyone interested in joining or becoming a volunteer is most welcome to attend the A.G.M. for further information. Your attendance would be greatly appreciated.

 

Well Done:

Well done to local girl Kayley McDonald, who was part of the Cavan Under 14 girls squad who played in the All Ireland Under 14A Final against Dublin on Saturday last in Dunleer, Co. Louth.  The Cavan girls had a great win by 4—06 to 2—09 in a highly entertaining game and are now All-Ireland Champions at this grade for the first time since 2015.

 

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, June 20th – Corraneary/Mountainlodge:  

(A) Walk 2 + hours (approx) (M) – 1 hour

Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.50pm. Walk commences at Corraneary Presbyterian Church car park at 7.15pm. From Canningstown driving towards Shercock turn left at crossroads, 2.7 kilometres from Canningstown. Drive a further 1 kilometre.

Wednesday, June 27^th: Tower of Lloyd, Kells, Co Meath.

(M) 1.5 hrs. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.30pm.

Meet at Spire R163 Oldcastle Road out of Kells. Walk commences at 7.15pm.

All welcome.

 

5K/10K FUN-RUN/WALK

East Knockbride N.S. Parents Association are holding their annual 5k and 10k Fun-Run/Walk on Sunday 24^th June 2018 at 3.00pm.  Registration from 2.15pm in school, Walk/Run commencing at 3.00pm.  Adults €10, Children €5, family rates available.  Refreshments in school afterwards.  Your support would be greatly appreciated.

 

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
Bailieborough Tidy Towns request that all business, property and home owners would help out, by giving their property a face lift in preparation for the Tidy Towns Competition. The local ‘Clean Up’ continues on Tuesdays at 7pm.  All welcome.

 

‘Moonwalk’:

A ‘Moonwalk’ will take place on Lough an Leagh on Saturday next, 23rd June at 9 pm approx. 5 km walk/run, entry fee €10 starting at the Picnic area. All proceeds go to local Cancer Charities, refreshments afterwards. All welcome.

 

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:

The Club’s Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday evening, June 21^{st in} the Clubrooms at the Vale Complex at 8.15pm.

 

Cuinniú na nÓg at Bailieborough Library FREE storytelling with one of Ireland’s finest storytellers, Niall De Burca, on Saturday June 23^rd from 3pm-4pm for all children aged 7-12 years. Phone 042 9665779 for more info.

 

Bailieborough Social Day Group:

The group’s Annual Day Tour to the Irish National Stud and Japanese Gardens will take place on Tuesday, June 26^th. The tour is open to non-members. For further information, please contact 086 4008753 or 087 242 9503.

 

Bailieborough Heritage Society:

New members always welcome to the Heritage Society, please contact 0872244159 for further information.

 

SVP Shop, Bailieborough:

We wish to inform you that Cavan County Council has instructed the Society to remove the SVP clothes bin in the Tesco Car Park. This bin has provided the Society with valuable donations for our local community. From now on, we are requesting donors to take donations to the bin in the Church Car Park or directly to the shop. It would seem to be a commercial decision on the part of Cavan County Council since, unlike other bin providers, we haven’t heretofore been required to rent the bin space. Thank you for all donations and we would like to emphasise that we are open as normal even though there is scaffolding in front of the shop.

 

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to the family, relatives and friends of Albert McKinley Lisgar, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital, on Sunday, June 10^th 2018. Albert’s Funeral Service took place in Corglass Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, June 12^th with burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.

 

St. Felim’s N.S., The Vale:

The Board of Management and the Parents Association are holding a ‘Sponsor A Tree’ Fundraiser for a new play surface. The cost is €50. Full details can be found on www.thevalens.com or by contacting, the School Office at 042 9665605, Catherine Cahill at 086 608 2663 or Helen Sheridan at 089 424 0969. We are reaching out to all parents, past pupils, businesses and community members to help us.

 

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.

 

Irish Blood Transfusion Service:

The mobile unit of the Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be in attendance at the Bailieborough Community School on Thursday, June 28^th from 5.00pm to 8.30pm. All regular donors are requested to attend and new donors would be especially welcome.

 

Church of Ireland: Annual Barbeque:

The Bailieborough Church of Ireland Annual BBQ will take place on Saturday, July 7^th from 5.00pm onwards in the Church Hall. Please come along and bring your friends—everybody very welcome.

 

Blessing of the Graves:

The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Killann on Saturday, August 18^th at 7.00pm, in Shercock on Sunday, August 19^th after 11.30am Mass and in Bailieborough on Sunday, September 2^nd at 12 noon.

 

Drumkeery Group Water Scheme:

Scouring of the lines has commenced and will be carried out until Friday, July 13^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.

 

Bailieborough Community School Class of 1988 Reunion

We are going to attempt to reunite. Anyone from the Class of ’88 who went to Bailieborough Community School anytime between 1983-1988 are welcome. We are aiming to have the reunion in October somewhere in Bailieborough. Please contact the ‘BCS Class of 88 Facebook page’ for further information.

 

Church of Ireland Services for June:

Sunday 24^th June:

Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service, followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

 

Bailieborough Business Centre:  

Food Safety Training HACCP at Bailieborough Business Centre. One-day Course – Cost €60. This course is a must for anybody in the food preparation and provision business, places are limited to 10 participants. Call 042-969-4716 to reserve a space.

 

Computers for Beginners – learn a new skill over the Summer. The course will introduce you to email, social media, on line transactions, and many more ways to make your life easier with the internet. Call 042-969-4716 – Classes are free of charge.

 

Classes for the Autumn Schedule at Bailieborough Business Centre. Call to let us know what you are interested in doing and we will register your interest with the ETB. Please call 042-969-4716 for further information.

 

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival:

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival will be taking place from Friday, 20^th of July until Sunday, 22^nd of July. If anyone has any ideas for this year’s Festival, you can email us at

bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com

Only 5 Weeks away. Signs are starting to hit the roadside. Finalised details coming soon and hoping to bring a bit of community spirit to the town and looking for all your support.

If you are a local business and would like to have a promotional stall please contact:
Caroline 087-176-2628 or email: bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com to request an application form.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for June, July and August 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–June 23^rd (Saturday 1.30pm), July 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), July 15^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 11^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 19^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 18th June 2018

Under 7/9/11;

Training Monday in Killann 6.45-8pm. A couple of blitzes in the pipeline coming up soon.

Under 13;

Tain league v Longford Slashers in Mountnugent on Monday 18th at 7.30.

Under 15;

Next round of Monaghan league is Monday 25th away to Carrickmacross.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13; Colin Higgins 087 276 9086.

U14/15; Pat O’Flaherty 087 450 1524.

U14/15/17; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

 

Ramor Theatre:

The Virginians present Geiliúradh na Gaeilge Concert in the Ramor Theatre on Sunday 24^th June. Featuring the Tracy Taaffe Dance School, the Cadden Family and many more local artists. This concert is a part of the 2018 Bliain na Gaeilge programme which celebrates the revival of the Irish Language. There will be a special emphasis on welcoming Irish emigrants home and the concert will include works from Irish poets and writers. Time 8pm Admission €10 booking 049 8547074 or www.ramortheatre.com

 

Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre are now taking bookings for their Outdoor Adventure Summer Camps, Summer Forest Schools and Adults Learn to Kayak sessions. Contact Philomena on 049 5552988 or email info@tanaghoutdooreducation.com for more details on dates and cost. 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.

 

CHARITY WALK / RUN:

Thank you to the many, many people who took part in the Charity Walk in memory of Ann Clerkin, Curkish, which took place on Saturday last in glorious sunshine. The funds raised on the day will be donated to Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Fund, Drumlin House Cootehill and MS Ireland (The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Ireland) Cavan Branch.

 

First Communion:

Congratulations to the children in St. Anne’s National School and the Model National School who received their First Holy Communion on Saturday last, in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough. Thank you to their teachers, Mr. Bannon and Ms. Keogh, the Pastoral Assistant, Ms. Connelly, their parents and guardians and to the principal, vice-principal and staff of the schools for all their co-operation and assistance.

 

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, May 30th – Dartry Forest, Cootehill

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

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

 

Wednesday, June 6th – Mullaghmeen Oldcastle.  Walk, 2 + hours (approx) Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.30pm. Meet at Millbrook, Oldcastle at 7.05pm. Walk commences at Mullaghmeen Forest at 7.15pm. All welcome.

 

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

Help to reduce waste by putting a ‘No Junk Mail ‘sign on your door. The clean-up around the town continues, every Tuesday evening at 7 pm, meet around Main Street each week.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns request that all business, property and home owners would help out, by giving their property a face lift in preparation for the Tidy Towns Competition. The judging will begin on June 1st. The local ‘Clean Up’ continues on Tuesdays at 7pm.  All welcome.

 

Bailieborough School of Music:

 Lotto results for 26-05-2018.  Numbers Drawn; 02, 08, 14, 23.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; McMahon Family; John Reilly; Mary Smith; Brian McFadden. Jackpot next week, €3,100.

 

Bailieborough Heritage Society :

New members always welcome to the Heritage Society, please contact 0872244159 for further information.

 

St. Felim’s N.S., The Vale:

The Board of Management and the Parents Association are holding a ‘Sponsor A Tree’ Fundraiser for a new play surface. The cost is €50. Full details can be found on www.thevalens.com or by contacting, the School Office at 042 9665605, Catherine Cahill at 086 608 2663 or Helen Sheridan at 089 424 0969. We are reaching out to all parents, past pupils, businesses and community members to help us.

 

FAMILY FUNDAY:

Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA Club’s ‘Family Funday’ will now take place on Sunday, 10^th June in St. Anne’s Park. Further details next week.

 

Bailieborough Model School ‘Fun Run’:

A 5km ‘Fun Run/Walk/Crawl’ in aid of the Parent’s Association’s Fund to complete a Sensory Garden for the School will take place on Saturday, June 9^th.  The Run starts at 11.30am from the Model School. This is not a timed event and refreshments will be served afterwards. It is for the whole family to enjoy.
The price for registration is €5 Child, €10 Adult or €15 Family. All 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.

 

Blessing of the Graves:

The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Killann on Saturday, August 18^th at 7.00pm, in Shercock on Sunday, August 19^th after 11.30am Mass and in Bailieborough on Sunday, September 2^nd at 12 noon.

 

Bailieborough Community School Class of 1988 Reunion

After 30 LONG YEARS it’s finally happening. We are going to attempt to reunite. Anyone from the Class of ’88 who went to Bailieborough Community School anytime between 1983-1988 are welcome. We are aiming to have the reunion in October somewhere in Bailieborough. Please contact the ‘BCS Class of 88 Facebook page’ for further information.

 

Bailieborough Craft Group:

 A tour has been arranged to Wicklow town on Thursday, 14th June.  Open to non-members.  If interested and for further details, please contact Mary at 087-9750561 or any club member.

 

‘Job Club’:

Monaghan Integrated Development CLG in conjunction with DEASP are running a Job Club for unemployed people in the Bailieborough area, commencing Tuesday 5^th June 2018 in the Beckscourt Centre, Beckscourt View, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.  The Job Club runs for 3 weeks from 10am-1pm Mondays to Thursdays and includes Job Searching, C.V. preparation, Cover Letter Writing, Interview Techniques and Mock Interview. Anyone interested in taking part can contact Linda on 042-9748090/086-8105058 or email to lbolger@midl.ie

 

Church of Ireland Services for June: Sunday 3^rd June:

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

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

Sunday 10^th June:

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

Knockbride 12noon – Holy Communion.

Sunday 17^th June:

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

Knockbride 12noon – All-Age Service.

Sunday 24^th June:

Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service, followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

 

Bailieborough Business Centre:

‘Safe Pass’ takes place on Saturday, June 9^th from 8am -4pm, lunch included €100 at Bailieborough Business Centre. Please call 042-96 94 716 for further information.

Food Safety Training HACCP at Bailieborough Business Centre. One-day Course – Cost €60. This course is a must for anybody in the food preparation and provision business, places are limited to 10 participants. Call 042-969-4716 to reserve a space.

Computers for Beginners – learn a new skill over the Summer. The course will introduce you to email, social media, on line transactions, and many more ways to make your life easier with the internet. Call 042-969-4716 – Classes are free of charge.

Classes for the Autumn Schedule at Bailieborough Business Centre. Call to let us know what you are interested in doing and we will register your interest with the ETB. Please call 042-969-4716 for further information.

 

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival:

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival will be taking place from Friday, 20^th of July until Sunday, 22^nd of July. If anyone has any ideas for this year’s Festival, you can email us at

bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com

It’s only 8 weeks to the Festival. We will be calling around this week to local businesses to finalise the Midsummer Festival Brochure. Anyone that’s interested in putting in an ad can email us on bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com

Also, Calling all crafters! We are looking for unique and high quality makers for the Midsummer Festival. If you are a local business and would like to have a promotional stall please contact:
Caroline 087-176-2628 or email: bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com to request an application form.

 

East Cavan Gaels: Fundraising Table Quiz;

What a great night! A great social event for the club. Some questions simple enough some a bit more challenging! Thanks to all who attended and made our Table Quiz such a success again.

Thanks to Nixy, Noreen and all the staff at The Square Bar who kept all fed and watered!

Thanks again to Mark and Caroline for all their expertise in setting and running the quiz. It runs so well due to their skill at these events.

Thanks to quiz main sponsor Husqvarna for their generosity and to Cyril Carey for his kind sponsorship.

Thanks to Joan Carolan, The Lemon Tree, Pat O’ Flaherty and Anthony Barry for their spot prizes.

Thanks to Agnes, Kathryn and Pat for their organisational skill in keeping the show on the road on the night. Looks easy but not so.

Special thanks to our first and second place quiz teams who donated their winnings back to the club. We appreciate your generosity.

Congratulations to Brian O’Reilly, Shercock, who won the Husqvarna lawnmower. Thanks to all our players and families who sold lines/cards and to all who bought lines/cards to aid our club and to all who attended the quiz itself. It is only through your continued support that this club continues to thrive.

Thank you all so much.

 

Well Done:

Well done to the players, management and parents of the Bailieborough Shamrocks Ladies Under 12 side who defeated near neighbours Shercock in a highly entertaining game in the final of the County Division 1 held in Mullagh on Thursday evening last.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for June, July and August 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–June 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 23^rd (Saturday 1.30pm), July 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), July 15^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 11^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 19^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 28th May 2018

Under 7/9/11; Training Monday in Killann 6.45-8pm. A couple of blitzes in the pipeline coming up soon.

The fun continues in Killann

Under 13; A very good win in the first round of the new Tain U13 league against Wolfe Tones of Longford in Mountnugent on Monday last. Next up is another round of the Monaghan league v Carrickmacross in Carrick on Monday at 7pm.

Above; U13 squad in Mountnugent on Monday last.

Feile; Feile is now just under 2 weeks away and what a weekend we hope to have in store in Sligo in the shadow of Ben Bulben.

Under 15; This competition now takes a break till after the exams.

Under 17; Monaghan fixtures will have to be refixed due to the imminent Leaving Cert.

Fundraising table quiz;

What a great night! A great social event for the club. Some questions simple enough some a bit more challenging! Thanks to all who attended and made our table quiz such a success again.

Thanks to Nixy, Noreen and all the staff at The Square Bar who kept all fed and watered!

Thanks again to Mark and Caroline for all their expertise in setting and running the quiz. It runs so well due to their skill at these events.

Thanks to quiz main sponsor Husqvarna for their generosity and to Cyril Carey for his kind sponsorship.

Thanks to Joan Carolan, The Lemon Tree,

Pat O’ Flaherty and Anthony Barry for their spot prizes.

Thanks to Agnes, Kathryn and Pat for their organisational skill in keeping the show on the road on the night. Looks easy but not so.

Special thanks to our first and second place quiz teams who donated their winnings back to the club. We appreciate your generosity.

Congratulations to Brian O’Reilly, Shercock, who won the Husqvarna lawnmower. Thanks to all our players and families who sold lines/cards and to all who bought lines/cards to aid our club and to all who attended the quiz itself. It is only through your continued support that this club continues to thrive.

Thank you all so much.

First and second prize winners of our table quiz.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13; Colin Higgins 087 276 9086.

U14/15; Pat O’Flaherty 087 450 1524.

U14/15/17; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

 

Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre are now taking bookings for their Outdoor Adventure Summer Camps, Summer Forest Schools and Adults Learn to Kayak sessions. Contact Philomena on 049 5552988 or email info@tanaghoutdooreducation.com for more details on dates & cost. 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.

Bailieborough News. May 28^th 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.

CHARITY WALK / RUN:

Thank you to the many, many people who took part in the Charity Walk in memory of Ann Clerkin, Curkish, which took place on Saturday last in glorious sunshine. The funds raised on the day will be donated to Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Fund, Drumlin House Cootehill and MS Ireland (The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Ireland) Cavan Branch.

 

First Communion:

Congratulations to the children in St. Anne’s National School and the Model National School who received their First Holy Communion on Saturday last, in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough. Thank you to their teachers, Mr. Bannon and Ms. Keogh, the Pastoral Assistant, Ms. Connelly, their parents and guardians and to the principal, vice-principal and staff of the schools for all their co-operation and assistance.

 

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, May 30th – Dartry Forest, Cootehill

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

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

 

Wednesday, June 6th – Mullaghmeen Oldcastle.  Walk, 2 + hours (approx) Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.30pm. Meet at Millbrook, Oldcastle at 7.05pm. Walk commences at Mullaghmeen Forest at 7.15pm. All welcome.

 

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

Help to reduce waste by putting a ‘No Junk Mail ‘sign on your door. The clean-up around the town continues, every Tuesday evening at 7 pm, meet around Main Street each week.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns request that all business, property and home owners would help out, by giving their property a face lift in preparation for the Tidy Towns Competition. The judging will begin on June 1st. The local ‘Clean Up’ continues on Tuesdays at 7pm.  All welcome.

 

Bailieborough School of Music:

 Lotto results for 26-05-2018.  Numbers Drawn; 02, 08, 14, 23.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; McMahon Family; John Reilly; Mary Smith; Brian McFadden. Jackpot next week, €3,100.

 

Bailieborough Heritage Society :

New members always welcome to the Heritage Society, please contact 0872244159 for further information.

 

St. Felim’s N.S., The Vale:

The Board of Management and the Parents Association are holding a ‘Sponsor A Tree’ Fundraiser for a new play surface. The cost is €50. Full details can be found on www.thevalens.com or by contacting, the School Office at 042 9665605, Catherine Cahill at 086 608 2663 or Helen Sheridan at 089 424 0969. We are reaching out to all parents, past pupils, businesses and community members to help us.

 

FAMILY FUNDAY:

Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA Club’s ‘Family Funday’ will now take place on Sunday, 10^th June in St. Anne’s Park. Further details next week.

 

Bailieborough Model School ‘Fun Run’:

A 5km ‘Fun Run/Walk/Crawl’ in aid of the Parent’s Association’s Fund to complete a Sensory Garden for the School will take place on Saturday, June 9^th.  The Run starts at 11.30am from the Model School. This is not a timed event and refreshments will be served afterwards. It is for the whole family to enjoy.
The price for registration is €5 Child, €10 Adult or €15 Family. All 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.

 

Blessing of the Graves:

The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Killann on Saturday, August 18^th at 7.00pm, in Shercock on Sunday, August 19^th after 11.30am Mass and in Bailieborough on Sunday, September 2^nd at 12 noon.

 

Bailieborough Community School Class of 1988 Reunion

After 30 LONG YEARS it’s finally happening. We are going to attempt to reunite. Anyone from the Class of ’88 who went to Bailieborough Community School anytime between 1983-1988 are welcome. We are aiming to have the reunion in October somewhere in Bailieborough. Please contact the ‘BCS Class of 88 Facebook page’ for further information.

 

Bailieborough Craft Group:

 A tour has been arranged to Wicklow town on Thursday, 14th June.  Open to non-members.  If interested and for further details, please contact Mary at 087-9750561 or any club member.

 

‘Job Club’:

Monaghan Integrated Development CLG in conjunction with DEASP are running a Job Club for unemployed people in the Bailieborough area, commencing Tuesday 5^th June 2018 in the Beckscourt Centre, Beckscourt View, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.  The Job Club runs for 3 weeks from 10am-1pm Mondays to Thursdays and includes Job Searching, C.V. preparation, Cover Letter Writing, Interview Techniques and Mock Interview. Anyone interested in taking part can contact Linda on 042-9748090/086-8105058 or email to lbolger@midl.ie

 

Church of Ireland Services for June: Sunday 3^rd June:

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

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

Sunday 10^th June:

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

Knockbride 12noon – Holy Communion.

Sunday 17^th June:

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

Knockbride 12noon – All-Age Service.

Sunday 24^th June:

Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service, followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

 

Bailieborough Business Centre:

‘Safe Pass’ takes place on Saturday, June 9^th from 8am -4pm, lunch included €100 at Bailieborough Business Centre. Please call 042-96 94 716 for further information.

Food Safety Training HACCP at Bailieborough Business Centre. One-day Course – Cost €60. This course is a must for anybody in the food preparation and provision business, places are limited to 10 participants. Call 042-969-4716 to reserve a space.

Computers for Beginners – learn a new skill over the Summer. The course will introduce you to email, social media, on line transactions, and many more ways to make your life easier with the internet. Call 042-969-4716 – Classes are free of charge.

Classes for the Autumn Schedule at Bailieborough Business Centre. Call to let us know what you are interested in doing and we will register your interest with the ETB. Please call 042-969-4716 for further information.

 

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival:

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival will be taking place from Friday, 20^th of July until Sunday, 22^nd of July. If anyone has any ideas for this year’s Festival, you can email us at

bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com

It’s only 8 weeks to the Festival. We will be calling around this week to local businesses to finalise the Midsummer Festival Brochure. Anyone that’s interested in putting in an ad can email us on bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com

Also, Calling all crafters! We are looking for unique and high quality makers for the Midsummer Festival. If you are a local business and would like to have a promotional stall please contact:
Caroline 087-176-2628 or email: bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com to request an application form.

 

East Cavan Gaels: Fundraising Table Quiz;

What a great night! A great social event for the club. Some questions simple enough some a bit more challenging! Thanks to all who attended and made our Table Quiz such a success again.

Thanks to Nixy, Noreen and all the staff at The Square Bar who kept all fed and watered!

Thanks again to Mark and Caroline for all their expertise in setting and running the quiz. It runs so well due to their skill at these events.

Thanks to quiz main sponsor Husqvarna for their generosity and to Cyril Carey for his kind sponsorship.

Thanks to Joan Carolan, The Lemon Tree, Pat O’ Flaherty and Anthony Barry for their spot prizes.

Thanks to Agnes, Kathryn and Pat for their organisational skill in keeping the show on the road on the night. Looks easy but not so.

Special thanks to our first and second place quiz teams who donated their winnings back to the club. We appreciate your generosity.

Congratulations to Brian O’Reilly, Shercock, who won the Husqvarna lawnmower. Thanks to all our players and families who sold lines/cards and to all who bought lines/cards to aid our club and to all who attended the quiz itself. It is only through your continued support that this club continues to thrive.

Thank you all so much.

 

Well Done:

Well done to the players, management and parents of the Bailieborough Shamrocks Ladies Under 12 side who defeated near neighbours Shercock in a highly entertaining game in the final of the County Division 1 held in Mullagh on Thursday evening last.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for June, July and August 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–June 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 23^rd (Saturday 1.30pm), July 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), July 15^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 11^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 19^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 28th May 2018

Under 7/9/11; Training Monday in Killann 6.45-8pm. A couple of blitzes in the pipeline coming up soon.

The fun continues in Killann

Under 13; A very good win in the first round of the new Tain U13 league against Wolfe Tones of Longford in Mountnugent on Monday last. Next up is another round of the Monaghan league v Carrickmacross in Carrick on Monday at 7pm.

Above; U13 squad in Mountnugent on Monday last.

Feile; Feile is now just under 2 weeks away and what a weekend we hope to have in store in Sligo in the shadow of Ben Bulben.

Under 15; This competition now takes a break till after the exams.

Under 17; Monaghan fixtures will have to be refixed due to the imminent Leaving Cert.

Fundraising table quiz;

What a great night! A great social event for the club. Some questions simple enough some a bit more challenging! Thanks to all who attended and made our table quiz such a success again.

Thanks to Nixy, Noreen and all the staff at The Square Bar who kept all fed and watered!

Thanks again to Mark and Caroline for all their expertise in setting and running the quiz. It runs so well due to their skill at these events.

Thanks to quiz main sponsor Husqvarna for their generosity and to Cyril Carey for his kind sponsorship.

Thanks to Joan Carolan, The Lemon Tree,

Pat O’ Flaherty and Anthony Barry for their spot prizes.

Thanks to Agnes, Kathryn and Pat for their organisational skill in keeping the show on the road on the night. Looks easy but not so.

Special thanks to our first and second place quiz teams who donated their winnings back to the club. We appreciate your generosity.

Congratulations to Brian O’Reilly, Shercock, who won the Husqvarna lawnmower. Thanks to all our players and families who sold lines/cards and to all who bought lines/cards to aid our club and to all who attended the quiz itself. It is only through your continued support that this club continues to thrive.

Thank you all so much.

First and second prize winners of our table quiz.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13; Colin Higgins 087 276 9086.

U14/15; Pat O’Flaherty 087 450 1524.

U14/15/17; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

 

Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre are now taking bookings for their Outdoor Adventure Summer Camps, Summer Forest Schools and Adults Learn to Kayak sessions. Contact Philomena on 049 5552988 or email info@tanaghoutdooreducation.com for more details on dates & cost. 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.

 

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

A big ‘Thank You’ to all who came on Spring Clean day, 63 bags of rubbish were collected. Great work and great to see community spirit in action.

Every Tuesday  at 7 pm, the clean-up continues, meet around Main Street each week.
Reduce waste and keep Cavan tidy by investing in a reusable blue coffee cup with Cavan logo. Ideal for coffee lovers and Cavan fans. This cup is for sale in Daybreak on Barrack Street and is also available in Bailie Stores. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.

 

1916—Lecture:

‘The 1916 Rising – An Oral Legacy’ a lecture by Maurice O’Keeffe of ‘Irish Life and Lore’ at the Library on this Thursday evening, May 10^th at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome to this FREE event and refreshments will be served! Enquiries to 042 9665779.

 

Photographic Exhibition:

‘An Essence of Presence’ a photographic exhibition by Suella Holland, depicting Forsaken Ireland, now open at the Library until the end of May. All welcome.

 

May is Mary’s Month:

The Rosary will be recited at the Grotto on the Virginia Road every evening during the month of May at 7.30pm. No Rosary on Saturdays. Everyone welcome to offer prayer for the sick of our Parish as well as any private intention.

 

Bailieborough Community Alert is hosting a Public Meeting regarding the possible installation of CCTV around our town and on all approach roads to the town. This meeting will take place on Monday, May 21^st at 8.00pm, in the Hotel Bailie. The installation of these cameras will be vital in assisting with policing in our community and protecting residents and their property. Your attendance will be warmly welcomed. For further information, please contact: Niamh Smyth TD, Seamus Sheridan, Adrian Cahill or Kevin Carolan.

 

Fundraiser:

Fundraiser night of music and craic to raise funds for Bailieborough Powerlifter, Gar Walsh, who is attempting to compete in two European and two World Championships in 2018. Competitions are in England, Dublin, Scotland and Malta. He is currently National Champion in all three events and World deadlift champion in his category. He is also a musician and is releasing a single for this event. The event is taking place in the Hide-Out, The Vale on Saturday, May 19^th at 9.00pm. Raffle on the night. All welcome.

 

Bailieborough Heritage Society:

New members always welcome to the Heritage Society, please contact 0872244159 for further information.

 

Social Dancing:

Social Dancing this month is on Saturday next, 12th May in the Community Centre. Music on the night will be supplied by J. and S. Sound, who are noted for their mellow sounds. Dancing is from 10.30pm till 12.30am with supper served while the music is flowing. All welcome.

 

CHARITY WALK / RUN:

In memory of Ann Clerkin, Curkish, will take place in Bailieborough on Saturday 26^th May, commencing at 11.00 am from BDA offices, Shercock Road, Bailieborough. Funds raised will be donated to Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Fund, Drumlin House Cootehill and MS Ireland (The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Ireland) Cavan Branch. Donations voluntary on the day and all are most 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.

 

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to sons, Patrick and Brian, daughters, Honora and Angie, daughter-in-law Bernie, grandchildren Caoimhe, Cian, Sadhbh, Oisin, Ava, Zoe, sister Kay, brothers Christie and Sean, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends on the death of Roisin Campbell (nee Gregory) wife of the late Orial, Lakeview, Drumbannon, Bailieborough, who passed away peacefully on Monday, April 23^rd surrounded by her loving family at Cavan General Hospital. Roisin’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church on Thursday morning, April 26^th and afterwards, her remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

 

Oil Painting Classes:

Oil Painting Classes with Martin Fullen will take place at Bailieborough Library on Wednesday, May 16^th, May 23^rd and May 30^th at 2.30pm. Classes are free—but must be booked in advance as places are limited, at 042 9665279.

 

Bailieborough Model School—Parents Association:

The Model School Parents Association’s ‘MEGA DRAW LAUNCH NIGHT’ takes place on Friday evening, 11^th May 2018 at the Model School from 7-8pm.

Refreshments will be served. We look forward to seeing Parents, teachers and the community on this very special evening.

This is more than a Mega draw, it is an exponential fundraiser and a unique fundraising event which benefits everyone.

There has already been a huge response to this Mega Draw and a demand for tickets. So come along and join us as tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis.

There is a mini draw that evening for one lucky ticket holder who purchases one of the tickets. A prize which will light up any home!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tickets are €50 each. But they are valid for all draws from July 2018 to December 2018. Over €5000 worth of prizes. Sold on a first come first served basis and open to the whole community of Bailieborough.

 

Hardtimes Chorus:

Well done to the members of the Hardtimes Chorus who have been nominated for a Cavan County Council, Cathaoirleach’s Award which will take place in Cavan on Friday 18th May. Hopefully the group will receive the recognition they deserve for all the funds they have raised for local charities over the years.

 

Church of Ireland Services for May:

Friday 11 May: FOCUS Youth Group 8:30-10pm – The Rectory, Bailieborough.

Sunday 13 May: Bailieborough 10:45am – Holy Communion and Sunday Club, followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Holy Communion.

Sunday 20 May: Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club, followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – All-Age Service.

Sunday 27 May: Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service, followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

Mondays (during term time): Badminton, Bailieborough Hall; 7-8pm for primary students, 8-9pm for secondary students.

 

Bailieborough Business Centre:

Spanish Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre Tuesdays 7-9 Beginners and Improvers, Tutor is a native Spanish Speaker. Call 042-969-4716 for more details.

Computers for Beginners – Places available for Thursday evening 7-9pm, register your interest or book your place. Classes are Free to all 042-9694716.

 

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival:

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival will be taking place from Friday, 20^th of July until Sunday, 22^nd of July. If anyone has any ideas for this year’s Festival, you can email us at

bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com

The newest addition to the Festival this year, will be Food Tents for all you foodies out there! We are calling all local food merchants, handmade artisans, local food vendors, food trucks to join us in displaying your delicious wares, sell, sample and showcase your unique products. Demonstrations are a welcome way to engage with everyone and to help people recognise the need for wonderful local producers. This event will be held on Sunday July 22nd on the Main St. in the middle of all the hustle and bustle providing valuable exposure for you to showcase your products.

Spaces will be limited so if you are interested please contact:
Caroline 087-176-2628 or e-mail bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com

Details of spaces etc. to follow…

 

Bailieborough Historical Society:

The Bailieborough Historical Society is planning an exhibition of artefacts manufactured in and related to Bailieborough’s industrial past. This will take place during Heritage Week in August. If you have anything that you would like to exhibit, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 0635 856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488.

 

Cavan Walking Festival:

The final walk of this year’s Walking Festival will take place on Thursday, May 10^th at Lough An Leagh.  Please meet at the Picnic Area at 6.45 pm. The Walk distance will be 10k and all are most welcome to attend.

 

Table Quiz:

East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club are holding a ‘Table Quiz’ in Nixy’s, The Square Bar on Friday evening, May 25^th, commencing at 9.00pm.

Table of four, €40. All welcome.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for May, June, July and August 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–May 20^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 23^rd (Saturday 1.30pm), July 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), July 15^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 11^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 19^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 7th May 2018

Under 7/9/11;

A great start for our U7/9/11s training in Killann last week. This week’s training on Monday a little earlier due to the Bank Holiday 5.15-6.30 in Killann.

 

Above; Pictures from our first ever training for U7/9/11s in Killan on Monday last.

Under 13;

The U13s continue the Monaghan league with an away trip to Castleblayney on Monday 7th.

Under 15;

Our U15s put in a great shift v Lisbellaw in Kingscourt on Monday last. 4-08 to 3-04 defeat. Only a last minute goal by the visitors pulled them away in the end but our squad performed very well against a top side at this level. Well done lads and management of Kathryn and Pat.

Above: U15s v Lisbellaw.

Special thanks to Kingscourt Stars again for the kind permission to use their fine facilities.

The next round sees us away to Castleblayney next Monday 14th.

Under 17;

Monaghan fixtures will have to be refixed due to the imminent Leaving Cert.

Fundraising table quiz:

Table quiz in the Square Bar Bailieborough Friday 25th May. Last year’s quiz was a great success and a great social event for parents before we venture to Sligo for Feile in early June. All are welcome.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13; Colin Higgins 087 276 9086.

U14/15; Pat O’Flaherty 087 450 1524.

U14/15/17; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

 

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 Tidy Towns:

The Annual ‘Spring Clean’ will take place in the town on Saturday next, April 28th 2018. Please meet at Market Square at 11 am.
Bring a litter picker and wear a high viz jacket. Children under twelve must be accompanied by an adult. Join us and help keep out town tidy.
Reduce waste and keep Cavan tidy by investing in a reusable blue coffee cup with Cavan logo. Ideal for coffee lovers and Cavan fans. This cup is for sale in Daybreak on Barrack Street and is also available in Bailie Stores. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.

 

Photographic Exhibition:

‘An Essence of Presence’ a photographic exhibition by Suella Holland, depicting Forsaken Ireland, now open at the Library until the end of May. All welcome.

 

Birdwatch Ireland:

We will hold our AGM in the Hotel Kilmore on Thursday, 26th April at 8.30 p.m. We would love to see some new faces (as well as the old familiar ones!) this year. It is important to have a strong committee so that we can plan events and cater for the interests of our branch as best we can. Hope to see you there! All welcome.

Bailieborough Heritage Society:

New members always welcome to the Heritage Society, please contact 0872244159 for further information.

 

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 School of Music:

Lotto results for 21-04-2018.  Numbers Drawn; 03, 19, 23, 24.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Aine McCabe; Lorna Traynor; Elizabeth Ruxton; David Coleman. Jackpot next week, €2,600.

 

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Ernest, family Jason, Lorna, Amanda and David, daughter-in-law Maria, sons-in-law Alan and Stephen, brothers, sisters, grandchildren and extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Claire Bell (nee McCabe), Dromore, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, who passed away peacefully at Cavan General Hospital on Monday, April 16^th. Claire was predeceased by her grandson Dylan. Claire’s Funeral Service took place in Bailieborough Parish Church on Wednesday, April 18^th with burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Lexi, son Jason, daughter Georgina, son in law Rodney, grandchildren Ben and Megan, sister Rhoda, brother Victor and extended family and friends on the death of Kathleen Bell (nee Donaldson) Drumkeery, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Wednesday, 18^th April, in the loving care of her family, peacefully at home. Kathleen’s Funeral Service took place in Corglass Presbyterian Church on Friday, April 20^th with burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.

Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’:

A Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’ will take place on Sunday, May 6^th –organised by the St. Vincent DePaul Society. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 7.30am. To book a seat, please contact John at 086 055 4578 or Pat at 086 063 5856.

 

Oil Painting Classes:

Oil Painting Classes with Martin Fullen will take place at Bailieborough Library on Wednesday, May 16^th, May 23^rd and May 30^th at 2.30pm. Classes are free—but must be booked in advance as places are limited, at 042 9665279.

 

Church of Ireland Services:

Friday 27 April: FOCUS Youth Group 8:30-10pm – Trinity Hall.

Sunday 29 April – United Service: Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service.

Bailieborough Hall 11:45am – Parish Lunch and Ignite Vision and Mission Forum.

Mondays (during term time): Badminton, Bailieborough Hall; 7-8pm for primary students, 8-9pm for secondary students.

 

Pilates:

New course starts on Tuesday, May 1^st in Trinity Hall, Bailieborough at 7pm—suitable for all fitness levels. Booking essential, please call Anne 087 2601454 for further details.

 

 

Bailieborough Business Centre:

Spanish Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre Tuesdays 7-9 Beginners and Improvers, Tutor is a native Spanish Speaker. Call 042-969-4716 for more details.

Computers for Beginners – Places available for Thursday evening 7-9pm, register your interest or book your place. Classes are Free to all 042-9694716.

 

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival:

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival will be taking place from Friday, 20^th of July until Sunday, 22^nd of July. If anyone has any ideas for this year’s Festival, you can email us at

bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com

We’d like to announce that the one and only Johnny Brady and his band is returning this year to the Festival. There is so much more to be announced so please drop in to our Facebook page, where all the details will be posted.

 

Bailieborough Historical Society:

The Bailieborough Historical Society is planning an exhibition of artefacts manufactured in and related to Bailieborough’s industrial past. This will take place during Heritage Week in August. If you have anything that you would like to exhibit, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 0635 856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488.

 

Cavan Walking Festival:

As part of the Cavan Walking Festival, the Bailieborough Walking group will be hosting three walks. The first of these will take place on Saturday, May 5^th around Bailieborough Forest. Distance covered will be 5k and participants are asked to meet at the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road at 11.00am.

The second Walk will be at Dun A Ri, Forest Park, Kingscourt on Tuesday, May 8^th at 7.00pm. Please meet at Cabra Central School at 6.45pm and the distance of the Walk is also 5k.

The final walk will take place on Thursday, May 10^th at Lough An Leagh.  Please meet at the Picnic Area at 6.45 pm. The Walk distance will be 10k and all are most welcome to attend.

 

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:

Academy Summer Soccer Registration evenings (Children born 2008 to 2011) on Wednesday 25^th and Thursday 26^th, April 2018 between 6 and 7pm at the Vale Grounds. Players registering with the club for the first time need to bring a copy of their birth cert.

 

Killann Parish Pilgrimage to the World Meeting of Families:

This year’s Killann Parish Pilgrimage will be to the World Meeting of Families in the RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin on Thursday, August 23^rd. A bus will be travelling to the RDS from Bailieborough and further details will be announced later. If, however you would like to book a place on the bus, please contact the Parish Office on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am to 3.30pm, Tuesdays from 12pm to 1.30pm and Fridays from 2pm to 6pm. Everyone going that day will also have to register online at www.worldmeeting2018.ie and buy a ticket online for the event. Adults-€38: Senior Citizens/Unemployed/Students over 18-€33; Children-Free –but must be registered with a family group. If you have difficulty doing this, please tell the Parish secretary and they will provide you with assistance. At present, tickets for the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park on August 26^th are dependent on registering for the World Meeting of Families during the previous week. It is hoped to organise a bus from Bailieborough on that day too.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for May, June, July and August 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–May 5^th (Saturday 1.30pm), May 20^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 23^rd (Saturday 1.30pm), July 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), July 15^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 11^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 19^th (Sunday 12.30pm).

 

Bailieborough Community Bowls:

Bailieborough Community Bowls continues every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members most welcome with free tuition for beginners.

 

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.

 

Bailieborough Heritage Society:

Bailieborough Heritage Society are delighted that one of our events which took place during Heritage Week 2017 has been shortlisted for the Heritage Awards in the category ‘Heritage Communities’. The awards ceremony takes place in the Heritage Council Kilkenny on April 12th. The shortlisted event is the’ Benny Duffy Photographic’ display organised by Carmel O’Callaghan, we wish Carmel well as she travels to Kilkenny on Thursday for the awards ceremony. It is well deserved recognition of Carmel’s work in putting the exhibition together and of Benny Duffy’s interest in capturing images from the past.
New members always welcome to the Heritage Society, please contact 0872244159 for further information.

 

The Niamh Crosby Memorial Bike Run:

The Niamh Crosby Memorial Bike Run Committee would like to thank you all for your support and help at the Run on Easter Sunday last. Nearly 100 bikes of all shapes, makes and sizes took part in this very successful event. To date, in excess of €6,000 has been raised from the event and this would not have been possible without your generous support. Again, many thanks for all your support from Peter, Anna Mai and the Crosby Family.

 

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

The Annual ‘Spring Clean’ will take place in the town on Saturday, April 28th 2018. Meet at Market Square at 11 am.
Bring a litter picker and wear a high viz jacket. Children under twelve must be accompanied by an adult. Join us and help keep out town tidy.
Reduce waste and keep Cavan tidy by investing in a reusable blue coffee cup with Cavan logo. Ideal for coffee lovers and Cavan fans. This cup is for sale in Daybreak on Barrack Street and is also available in Bailie Stores. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.

 

Photographic Exhibition:

‘An Essence of Presence’ a photographic exhibition by Suella Holland, depicting Forsaken Ireland, now open at the Library until the end of May. All welcome.

 

Free Social Media Course:

Five-week FREE Social Media course starting in Bailieborough Library on Wednesday, April 11^th from 2.30pm-4.30pm. Please bring your own smartphone, tablet or laptop. Booking essential as places are limited. Phone 042 9665779 for further information.

 

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to Deirdre, son Gavin, daughters Nicola and Keelin, brother Plunkett, sister Agnes, brother’s-in-law Sean and Owen McAloon (Hollywood, Ballinode, Co Monaghan) sister-in-law Anna-Mai, nephews, nieces and extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Eamonn Connolly, Leiter, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away suddenly on Sunday, 1st April 2018.

Eamonn’s Funeral Mass took place on Thursday, April 5^th in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough with burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

 

Birdwatch Ireland:

We will hold our AGM in the Hotel Kilmore on Thursday, 26th April at 8.30 p.m. We would love to see some new faces (as well as the old familiar ones!) this year. It is important to have a strong committee so that we can plan events and cater for the interests of our branch as best we can. Hope to see you there! All welcome.

 

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 31-03-2018.  Numbers Drawn; 02, 07, 19, 21.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Sean Keane; Margo Gormley; Peter Clerkin; John Reilly. Jackpot next week, €2,300.

Lotto results for 07-04-2018. 

Numbers Drawn; 08, 09, 19, 22.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Finbarr Clarke; Sean Kelleher; DR Smyth; John McGrath. Jackpot next week, €2,400.

 

Knockbride Ladies G.F.C.:

Knockbride Ladies GFC are holding their annual 5k and 10k Fun-Run/Walk on Sunday next, 15^th April 2018. Registration from 11.45am at Knockbride football pitch. Walk/Run commencing at 12.30pm. Adults €10, Children €5, family rates €25. Refreshments afterwards. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

 

Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’:

A Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’ will take place on Sunday, May 6^th –organised by the St. Vincent DePaul Society. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 7.30am. To book a seat, please contact John at 086 055 4578 or Pat at 086 063 5856.

 

5K Walk/Run:

A 5K Walk /Run will take place on Sunday next, April 15^th, commencing at 12 noon from the Community Centre, Chapel Road. Funds raised will help Aisling Claffey towards her participation in an organised trip to Sri Lanka, where Aisling will volunteer in Mental Health Services for six weeks. Your donations and participation are very welcome.

 

Reading from New Book:

Bailieborough author, Norma MacMaster, will read from her new book ‘Silence Under a Stone’ at the Library on this Thursday evening, April 12^th at 7.30pm. All are welcome and refreshments will be served!

 

New Signs on the Roads leading into the Town:

‘Beauty dies where litter lies’; is the motto on the new Bailieborough Tidy Towns signs erected on all the approach roads into Bailieborough. These new signs are enhanced with the photos of the local environment taken by Kevin Gorman. Bailieborough Tidy Towns want to express thanks to Kevin for his wonderful photos and also Link Credit Union for their sponsorship of this project.

 

Computers for Beginners:

Computers for beginners afternoons or evenings Bailieborough Business Centre 042- 96 94 716.

 

Bailieborough Social Day Group: The next get-together of the Bailieborough Social Day Group will take place in the Community Centre, on Wednesday, April 11^th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. New members are always most welcome.

 

Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C.:

Summer Academy Soccer is starting back on Wednesday, 11^th April 2018.
Under 7’s (children born 2011) and Under 8’s (children born 2010) will start back on Wednesday 11th April from 6-7pm at the Vale Grounds.
Under 9’s (children born 2009) and Under 10’s (children born 2008) will start back on Thursday 12th April from 6-7pm.

 

Bailieborough Historical Society:

The Bailieborough Historical Society is planning an exhibition of artefacts manufactured in and related to Bailieborough’s industrial past. This will take place during Heritage Week in August. If you have anything that you would like to exhibit, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 0635 856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488.

 

Evening Spanish lessons for Adults:

6 weeks of Spanish for Adults starting on Tuesday, 24th of April in Bailieborough Business Centre.

Lessons will be given by a Native Spanish Teacher.

Times: 7 – 8pm Beginners, and 8 -9pm high beginner and low intermediate.

Price: € 60 for the 6 lessons or €12 per lesson. For more information or to register please ring or msg Lydia on 087 7414735.

 

Adult Irish Ceilí Dance classes:

A new term of Ceilí dance classes has commenced on Wednesdays at 8:45pm in Tierworker Hall. All new-comers welcome. For more information please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.

 

Bailieborough Heritage Society:

Bailieborough Heritage Society Presents ‘Killann and the Parishes of East Cavan 1400-1800’, a lecture by Fr Liam Kelly at Bailieborough Library, Market Square, Bailieborough on Thursday, April 19^th, 2018 at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome to this FREE event and refreshments will be served! Enquiries to 042 9665779.

 

Killann Parish Pilgrimage to the World Meeting of Families:

This year’s Killann Parish Pilgrimage will be to the World Meeting of Families in the RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin on Thursday, August 23^rd. Other parishes from the Diocese will be travelling to the event along with Bishop Leo O’Reilly on that day. A bus will be travelling to the RDS from Bailieborough and further details will be announced later. If, however you would like to book a place on the bus, please contact the Parish Office on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am to 3.30pm, Tuesdays from 12pm to 1.30pm and Fridays from 2pm to 6pm. Everyone going that day will also have to register online at www.worldmeeting2018.ie. If you have difficulty doing this, please tell the Parish secretary and they will provide you with assistance. At present, tickets for the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park on August 26^th are dependent on registering for the World Meeting of Families during the previous week. It is hoped to organise a bus from Bailieborough on that day too.

 

Bridge:

Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Hotel Bailie at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for April, May, June, July and August 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–April 22^nd (Sunday, 1.00pm), May 5^th (Saturday 1.30pm), May 20^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 23^rd (Saturday 1.30pm), July 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), July 15^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 11^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 19^th (Sunday 12.30pm).

 

Bailieborough Community Bowls:

Bailieborough Community Bowls continues every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members most welcome with free tuition for beginners.

 

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 9th April 2018

Presentation night; Thanks to everyone who attended our presentation event in the Bailie Hotel on Sunday last with special thanks to Cavan County Board Chairman, Gerry Brady who presented medals and certificates to all of our players. Pics in next week’s news and Facebook during the week.

New training venue; We are delighted to announce that we have secured the community field in Killann for our training and some matches for most of our teams from U11 upwards. This new facility will give our lads the chance to train together in a neutral venue close to Shercock. We look forward to using it. We still use Kingscourt Stars facility for matches and we are thankful to them for their continued support but this new facility will take the pressure off their main pitch which is very busy.

Under 7/9/11;

Training will remain indoors this week until the ground dries up better, so Thursday in Kingscourt and Friday in Bailieborough. We have a blitz in Carrick close to the end of the month.

Under 13; First league game of the season on Monday v Cootehill in Kingscourt at 6.45. Meeting there at 6.30 sharp.

Under 15; Defeat to Cootehill in the first round of the league last week got the new season up and running. The second round has us at home in Kingscourt to face Monaghan Harps at 6.30 on Monday next 16th April.

Under 17; Cavan Celtic begins in early May for lads on county squad. New Monaghan league for U17 begins in early May with a game away to Carrickmacross.

The week ahead;

Thursday; Kingscourt indoors U7/9/11 Community Centre 6.45-7.45.

Friday; Bailieborough indoors. U7 6-7 and U9/11 7-8pm.

 

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.