32 County Honda Challenge:

Tomorrow morning, Thursday, October 26^th, 32 Honda 50/ 70/ 90’s and their support crews and vehicles will leave from Kangley’s, Main St., at 9.00am to take part in what will be a massive undertaking to try and complete the ’32 County Honda Challenge’ and in doing so, they hope to raise funds for Bumbleance—The Children’s National Ambulance Service. The event will take 5 days to complete and they hope to have travelled through the 32 counties when they arrive back in Bailieborough on Monday evening. So, come out early on Thursday morning to wish these hardy souls well on their journey and if you cannot make it on Thursday, then please welcome them back on Monday evening.

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).

If you have friends, relatives or workmates along any of the routes, please ask them to come out and encourage the riders on this epic fundraiser.

All support and donations are much appreciated.

‘Scary Walk’!!:

The Midsummer Festival and Christmas Lights committee are hosting a ‘Scary Walk ‘for all the family on Friday next, 27th October at 7pm from St Anne’s car park (beside the lake). Please come and support. Entry fee: €10 per family, €5 per child. Fun, hot drinks and nibbles, face painting and plenty of scary stuff!!!! Join your ‘Community frights for Christmas Lights’!!

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 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 from the 50k signs in to the town, the roundabouts and the fence opposite Tesco. We thank you for your cooperation.

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 21/10/17.  Numbers Drawn; 6, 7, 20, 24.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Donna Mullen, Maio; Aoife and Lian Moore, Bracklin; Sean Clarke, c/o Fox’s; John Ed Sheanon, Market Sq. Jackpot next week, €2,000.

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.

Bailieborough Celtic AFC:

Winter Academy for under 7’s and under 8’s year born 2010/2011. Price €20 per child to cover registration and weekly subs over 8 week period. Beginning Saturday 28th October depending on numbers. Contact Keith Burke on (086) 163 1538 for further information.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to family Sinead, Fiona, Sam and Joan, mother Nora, sister Mary, brother in law Declan, grandchildren Conor, Cian, Daniel, Ryan, Sophie and Alex, sons-in-law Peter and Tom, Sam’s partner Lisa, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and beloved pets Mara and Trixie on the death of Brian (Timothy) Duggan, Twin Oaks, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away suddenly on Monday, 16^th  October, 2017, at his residence. Brian’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, on Thursday, October 19^th followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

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.

Cavan Masters:

Good luck to the Bailieborough players who will be part of the Cavan Masters Team that will be playing Sligo in the Masters All Semi-finals in Drumlish on Saturday next, October 28^th, at 5pm.

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 3 Weeks to go to our brand new show ‘Thank You For The Music’ in St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough at 8pm. Tickets are now on sale costing €15 each from Bailie Stores, Bailie Hotel, Supervalu and after all weekend Mass’s in St Anne’s Church. FRIDAY 10th NOVEMBER is the date you need put in your diary, it’s a show you won’t want to miss. Our best yet! Spread the word and get your ticket soon.

Christmas Lights:

New lights have been ordered for the Town which will include Churches, Christmas Tree and Library and some light weight lights for across the street, to add to existing the ones. The Committee are preparing a Christmas booklet and would appreciate any donations or advertisements from business in the local area. They are also looking for content from any club or any organisation in the town—from the year 2017. Please contact any committee member. Santa will be on the Market Square on Saturday, December 2nd. Looking for all your support and also volunteers to help put up the lights next month!

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

Knockbride Fun Run:

Tunnyduff N.S. Parents Association are organising a 5k fun-run as well as a 10k run on Sunday next, 29^th October at 1.30pm. Registration takes place from 12pm onwards at Tunnyduff Community Hall. Refreshments will be available after the run. All support will be greatly appreciated.

Learn to Jive:

‘Learn to Jive’ with Mairéad Gaffney and Craig Lovett. Five week course commencing at 8.30pm on Tuesday, 7th November in The Hideout, Bailieborough.  No partner needed.  Contact 086 1763044/ 086 1928568 for further details.

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–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 23rd October 2017

Things beginning to quieten down……

Under 6/8/10; Great work going on with both groups. We lost this week’s sessions due to the stormy conditions but we are ready again for this week. Some games v local opposition coming up soon. Well done to all especially our new recruits. Training indoors every Thursday and Friday in Kingscourt and Bailieborough respectively.

Under 12/13; Our 2 sides performed very well on Wednesday last in Breffni. Round 2 this Wednesday.

Wednesdays U13 squad in Breffni.

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 News. October 12th  2017. Matthew J. Cullen.

Bailieborough Poetry Festival

Sincere thanks to all who supported Bailieborough Poetry Festival events last weekend. The success of this festival has been made possible by those of you who attended in such large numbers. A special word of thanks to Fiona Burke and all the staff of Bailieborough library whose assistance has been invaluable also to Peter Murtagh for his continued generosity in providing us with a wonderful venue.

Bailieborough Shamrocks ‘Lip Sync’

Congratulations to Bailieborough’s own ‘Hardtimes Chorus’ who were the winners of the Bailieborough Shamrocks ‘Lip Sync Battle’ held in the Killinkere Leisure Centre on Saturday night last.  Well done also to all the other acts who contributed to such a brilliant show and well done to the hard working committee from Bailieborough Shamrocks on hosting such a terrific event.

John Paul II Award

Congratulations to the following students from Bailieborough Community School who received their John Paul II Award from Bishop Leo O’Reilly at a special presentation ceremony in the Cavan Crystal Hotel: Amy Smyth, Kirsten Lokko, David Kivlehan, Sean Halton, Danny Halpin, Andrea Arellano, Grace Denning, Lucy O’Neill, Chloe Hogan, Calum Gorham, Smilte Kazlaite, Kevin Molloy, Ronan Moore, Kate McKenna, Aiden O’Connell, Conor Proudfoot, Padraig Reilly, Adrian Smith and Enda Traynor.

The Open Door Sessions

This month’s ‘Open Door Sessions’ will take place on Friday, 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 son Malachy, mother Tish, father Martin, brother Adam, Sally-Ann, step children, Justin, Roxanne , Harrison, grandchildren and extended family and his biker friends on the death of Clark Duffy, formerly of Laytown, Co Meath and Bailieborough, Co Cavan who died on Monday, 25th Sept 2017 following a motor cycle accident. Clark’s Funeral Service took place on Friday, September 29^th with cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

Deepest Sympathy is extended to partner Esko, mother Ita, father Paddy, brother Rory, sister Mary, sister-in-law Geraldine, brother-in-law Brian, nieces Maria, Lily and Eve, nephew Tom and extended family and friends on the death of Piaras Clarke Sario, Phibsboro, Dublin and late of Kells Road, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, at St Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown on Sunday, October 1^st. Piaras’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Chapel on Tuesday morning, October 3^rd followed by cremation in Lakeland Crematorium, Cavan.

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).

‘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.

HARVEST THANKSGIVING:  

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

Public Meeting on Rural Crime

A Public Meeting on ‘Let’s Stop Rural Crime’ will take place in the Hotel Bailie on Monday evening next, October 16^th, commencing at 7.30pm. This meeting will be hosted by local T.D., Niamh Smyth, with guest speaker, Jim O’Callaghan, Fianna Fail Spokesperson on Justice and Equality. All are most welcome to attend.

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.

32 County Honda Challenge

The launch night for the ’32 County Honda Challenge’ will take place in Kangley’s Bar on Saturday next, October 14^th, commencing at 9.30pm. This event hopes to raise funds for Bumbleance—The Children’s National Ambulance Service. On Thursday, October 26^th, 32 Honda 50’s will leave from Kangleys at 9.00am and over the following 5 days, they hope to travel through the 32 counties, raising funds for the Childrens Ambulance Service. All are welcome to the Launch Night, where music will be provided and a raffle will also take place.

Bailieborough School of Music

Lotto results for 30/09/17.  Numbers Drawn; 1, 2, 10, 23.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Mairead Donnellan, Leitrim; Peter Brady; Thomas Cunningham, Tattyreagh; Patsy Clarke, Cross.

Lotto results for 7/10/17.  Numbers Drawn; 3, 8, 19, 22.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Oisin Sheridan, Cloverhill; Marion Carolan, Lisgrey Gardens; Brendan and Collette Gavin, Rakeevan; Philip Sheridan, Galboly. Jackpot next week, €1,800.

Congratulations and Well Done

Huge congratulations to local man, Killian Heery who was crowned The National Adventure Race Champion 2017 after his win in the Quest Adventure Race in Killarney on Saturday last.

With wins in Dingle, Moxie and Achill Adventure Races, already this year, Killian wins his second National in 2017 along with the Triathlon Ireland Duathlon Series.

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

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.

Mountainlodge Tractor Run

On Sunday next, October 15^th, the Annual Mountain Lodge ‘Tractor Run’ will take place. All tractors—old or new and all vintage cars are welcome. Proceeds in aid of the Children’s Ward in Cavan General Hospital. For further details, please contact Samuel on 086 822 6879 or Aidan at 086 386 1103.

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.

Social Dancing: Our monthly dance takes place in the Community Centre on Saturday next, 14th of October. Music is by J & S Sound. This group is well known for its soft melodious music and has a big following. It should be a great night. Supper to refresh you will be provided. All welcome.

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.

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 9th 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.

Above; Kingscourt U6/8/10s.

Above; Bailieborough group U6/8s.

Above; Bailieborough group U10s.

Under 12/13; Floodlight failure coupled with horrendous weather conditions put paid to the first round of the U13 which is now going to start this coming Wednesday on the 3G. Fermanagh, Longford and Cavan teams will make for a good evenings hurling.

Under 14; Commiserations to our U14s in the Championship Final on Monday last. A solid first half performance was undone by a physically more powerful Cootehill side.

ECG joint captains Conor and Colin.

Mondays U14 championship final squad.

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

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.

Saturday;

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.

As you all may know now, we are running a Major Club Fundraiser ‘Lip Sync’ Battles on Saturday 7th October in Killinkere Leisure Centre. This fundraiser is vital for our Club as we will be starting to construct a 60M x 25M All Weather Pitch this week. In the next couple of days you will see the machines move in and construction begin. The Training pitch will be realigned also and there will be extensive work done on our Entrance from the Shercock Road with new fencing etc. This is an ambitious project and we will need as much support as possible from our members and the wider community. If anyone would like to advertise with us for our Fundraiser or by placing their business sign on our Main Pitch or on the Astro Pitch please contact any executive member. For non-business people, we would appreciate if you would buy a ticket or 2 for the show. It will be an amazing night and you won’t be disappointed with what you will witness. Again this facility will help us cater for our growing playing numbers and it will also be available to the wider community, schools, local groups / organisations etc. We as a club always get great support from the Community and we greatly appreciate all everyone has done for us over the years. In 8 week’s 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.

Lip Sync Launch Night.

Last Friday night we had a great turnout for our Launch Night for our Major Fundraiser Lip Sync Battles in Nixys Square Bar. We have 13 Acts taking part in the show and 10 were in attendance on the night. Our thanks to everyone who turned up and especially to our Acts who are the most important people in this show, as without them we wouldn’t have a show. The amount of effort they are putting in is amazing and we as a Club cannot thank them enough. From the bottom of our hearts Thank you all so much. To Paddy Sheanon our MC and Ian McCabe the Anglo Celt photographer we appreciate ye rushing back from Breffni Park to help with our Launch Night. And to our Club Members, supporters and the Wider Community we would appeal to everyone to get their tickets quickly as they are selling fast. We expect a crowd of 1,000 to be in our venue in Killinkere Leisure Centre on Saturday 7th October 2017. All our Acts have tickets as well as all Club teams managers and selectors and anyone who is looking for tickets can contact Gavin the PRO on 086 7956796. Looking forward to seeing you all on the night, its going to be an amazing show.

Bailieboro Cancer Comfort Ltd greatly acknowledge the generosity of the local community and surrounding areas. Family Forest Walk held on Saturday, 19^th August raised €1135, Blue Coin Box’s counted €1046, Raffle Cards of the Blanket made and donated by Valerie Scannell and her Junior Craft class raised €450 and TESCO Door collection on Saturday, 2nd September raised €1405.

We the committee— Thank You for your on-going support and generosity.

Library Renovations:

Due to minor renovations, the Library will remain closed on Friday, September 29^th and Saturday September 30^th. We will re-open on Tuesday October 3^rd at 10am!

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.

FRUIT BAGS FOR OXFAM BAILIEBORO FRUIT BAGS FOR OXFAM was held on Monday 18^th of September. The damsons had to be picked earlier. Thank you so much to everyone who supported the event. There will not be a stall on the 28^th.

“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.

Bailieborough Library: Reading Group:

Why not join Bailieborough Library Reading Group? We are starting back on Thursday, September 28th at 6pm. Everyone is welcome to our informal group and there is no charge. Book to read for October is Sebastian Barry’s ‘Days Without End’, copies of which will be available on the night! Refreshments will be on offer! Why not give it a try!

“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.

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.

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 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.

Bailieborough Women’s Group:

The Bailieborough Women’s Group will resume on Friday, September 29^th, meeting in the Community Centre from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Lots of interests and activities planned. New members are most welcome.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd are preparing for their forthcoming Annual Variety Concert in November and would love to hear from local talent who would be interested in taking part. Contact any committee member or leave your details in to Fox’s Bar and Lounge before September 30^th.

Five out of Five!:

The Bailieboro Celtic Senior ‘A’ team continued their terrific start to the new season with a hard fought 4—1 win against Redeemer Celtic at the Vale Grounds on Sunday morning last. Harry Eager, Ben Hannigan and Jamie Fitzgerald (2) scored the all-important goals. This weekend the side travel away to Hazel Lane which will be a top of the table clash. The ‘B’ Reserve team also had a good result on Saturday afternoon last when they defeated Killmessan by 2—0, with Graham Bayliss and Seamus O’Neill getting the goals.

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.

Bailieborough Red Cross:

Thanks to all who supported our Collection in Aid of The Donegal Flood Appeal last Saturday evening and Sunday morning in Bailieborough, Killann and Shercock.

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 23/09/17.  Numbers Drawn; 4, 5, 18, 20.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Oliver Cooney, Grousehall; Florrie McCabe, Lake View; Conor Kavanagh, Maple Court; Damien Callaghan, Beckscourt View. Jackpot next week, €1,600.

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 Poetry Festival: Coming soon is the annual Bailieborough Poetry Festival from October 5th-7th so keep that weekend free.

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 (watch for regular updates).

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.
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 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 25th September 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.

Above; Kingscourt U6/8/10s

Above; Bailieborough group U10s

Above; Bailieborough group U6/8s.

Under 12; These lads had a good game with Carrick on Sunday morning. U13 starts Wednesday 4th October on the 3G at Breffni Park.

After school Hurling; Cavan GAA and Ulster GAA will provide 5 weeks of after school hurling coaching in Kingscourt Community Centre continuing this coming Tuesday 4-5.15pm for those in 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th class. New and existing players, from the entire region, very welcome. These are very good sessions free from the sometimes difficult elements working on key hurling skills with a lot of fun also.

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

Under 16 and Minor; Unfortunately after a very encouraging start to both Ulster competitions at these age grades, we had to pull out of these competitions as local Gaelic football fixtures meant we could not access our players. We hope fixtures, both locally and in Ulster, can be streamlined more effectively in 2018 to give Gaels the opportunity to play both codes of which very many wish to do but cannot.

Adult hurling (its coming!); We have entered into the Cavan 9 a side adult league beginning in November likely 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 Sundaymorning in Kingscourt Stars GAA grounds at 11am sharp.

Training times;

U12/14/16/18;

All training at BCS pitch Wednesday 6.30pm TBC as there is football again this week.

Players will receive a text.

The week ahead;

Tuesday; After school hurling in Kingscourt Community Centre for boy in 3rd-6th class. 4-5.15pm. No charge Equipment supplied.

Wednesday; U14/16/18 training at BCS pitch 6.30pm TBC.

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

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

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

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.

Autumn Craft and Gift Fair: Autumn Craft and Gift Fair, Sunday 1st October, from 12-5pm, in the Slieve Russell Hotel, Ballyconnell, free admission. For more information visit downlandcrafts.ie or ring 049 436 4877.

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.

Opening of New Lakeland Dairies Facility:

Over 80 new jobs are to be created locally with the opening of a new €36m milk drying facility in Bailieborough for Lakeland Dairies.

The farmer-owned co-operative currently employs more than 800 people. The new jobs are expected to come on stream by 2019.

Lakeland Dairies processes milk supplied by 2,400 farmers from both sides of the border with over 1.2 billion litres of farm produced milk annually. The company produces milk powder and butter, exporting products and ingredients to more than 80 countries worldwide.

This is the company’s third milk drying plant at its Bailieborough process centre. The new facility was blessed on Wednesday morning by Fr. Michael Router P.P., the Reverend Ian Horner and Reverend Daryl Edwards and it was officially opened on Thursday last by Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed and is understood to be one of the largest facilities of its kind in Europe. During the building process over 180 construction workers were employed.

Blessing of the Graves:

Thank you to all who attended the Blessing of the Graves in St. Anne’s Cemetery on Sunday, September 3^rd. As usual there was a very large crowd present. Thank you to the Church stewards, who managed the parking and traffic very well and to the Pastoral Council who organised the Ceremony and who took up the collection—which this year, thanks to your generous contributions amounted to €4,418.88. Thank you also to the members of the Community Employment Scheme who had the cemetery looking so well, to the readers Geraldine Reilly, Brigid Donohoe and Julie Carolan, the local Legion of Mary who led the Rosary, to Tommy McCluskey who played a beautiful instrumental piece during the Service and to Fr. Joseph Fidelis Bature for his assistance.

Moybologue Historical Society: Old Photograph Request:

The society would be very grateful to hear from anyone who has old photographs at or inside Moybologue old graveyard, or at the Moat, particularly before the last restoration works in 1988-89. Please contact the society at moybologuehs@gmail.com, or via Facebook.

Bailieborough Church of Ireland Harvest Service:

The Harvest Service in Bailieborough Parish Church takes place this Sunday, 17^th September at 7:30pm.  The speaker will be Dean Nigel Crossey and the service will be followed by refreshments in the hall.  All are invited and all are welcome – we’d love to see you there!

Bailieborough ‘Stop Waste Food’ Challenge:

Stop Food Waste are challenging Irish households to reduce their food waste. Taking this challenge will start you on the road to less food waste and could save you as much as €60 each month. Interested? Bailieborough Stop Food Waste Challenge will take place at the Library on Thursdays, September 14th, 21^st and 28th. This is a FREE event and all members of the community are welcome to attend. Register your interest by emailing info@cavancoco.ie

FRUIT BAGS FOR OXFAM is a locally organised event that will take place on Thursday, September 28^th outside Tesco in Bailieboro.

Small bags of locally picked Damson fruit will be sold. We would like to raise awareness and funds for the Developing World Charity, Oxfam.

More info  https://www.oxfamireland.org/bailieboro-fruit-bags-oxfam

FIRST COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION PARENTS MEETING:

A meeting of all the parents of children in the parish receiving the sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation in the parish in 2018 will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Thursday next, September 14^th, at 7.30pm.

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.

Motor Neurone Fund Raiser:

In Cross Hall there will be a Fund Raiser on Thursday 14^th of September. The Mill Race Drama Group will present their Hilarious Comedy “I’m the One for You “. This comedy is about the struggle to find love in rural Ireland. It is written by Jimmy Keary and directed by John Sheridan one of the founding members of the Mill Race Drama Group. The Proceeds of the night will go towards a local Motor Neurone fund. The play will start a 9pm and admission is €10. All welcome.

The ‘Open Door’ Sessions:

Bailieborough’s Monthly Arts and Music Gathering presents Sarah Something, Mairead Donnellan and Daragh Slacke. Commencing at 9pm on Friday next, 15^th September in Nixys, The Square Bar, The Square, Bailieborough. All welcome.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extend to mother, Katie, sisters Pauline, Bridget, Cathy, Janet and Delores, brothers Frank and Bernard, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends on the death of Bernadette Cahill, Tullyattin, Newcastle, Moynalty Co Meath who died on Friday,1^st  September 2017, peacefully at Cavan General Hospital. Bernadette’s Funeral Mass took place in St Mary’s Church, Newcastle on Monday, September 4^th with burial afterwards in Moynalty Cemetery.

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.

KEEP THE DATE:

A special Concert featuring ‘The Hardtimes Chorus’ entitled ‘Thank You for the Music’ to mark the renovation of St. Anne’s Church and to raise funds for the work, will take place in the Church on Friday, 10^th November at 8.00pm. Tickets for the event costing €15 will be on sale soon in local shops and in the church after weekend masses.

Speech and Drama continues this year, the classes in the Community Hall in Bailieborough are full, but there are still spaces in the Community Hall in Tunnyduff. Any enquiries please contact Kate Kelly on 0863148407.

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.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd are preparing for their forthcoming Annual Variety Concert in November and would love to hear from local talent who would be interested in taking part. Contact any committee member or leave your details in to Fox’s Bar and Lounge before September 30^th.

Children’s Art Classes:

‘Artful Badger’ presents a new term of Kids Art Classes in the Wesleyan Chapel, Shercock Road, Bailieborough and in Kingscourt commencing on Saturday, September 16^th. These classes are facilitated by two trained artists and further information can be had by calling 087 636 5342 for more details.

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.

Pilates in Trinity Hall:

Pilates in Trinity Hall on Tuesday, September 19^th.  Beginners at 6.15pm and mixed ability at 7.30pm. 6 week course. Suitable for all fitness levels. Booking essential. Call Anne 087 2601454 for further details.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to Frances Smith and Josie Farrelly and their families, Crossmakeelan on the recent death of their sister, Kathleen Dale (nee Nulty) who died in Manchester.

SOSAD Outreach, Bailieborough:

SOSAD Cavan are happy to announce due to so many requests over the years, they are opening up for 2 afternoons (Tuesdays and Thursdays) in the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough. Please contact 083 040 4833 for further information. Appointment only.

The run continues! :

 Once again the Senior ‘A’ team had a fine away win on Sunday last, when they defeated Navan side Parkvilla by 2—1 thus keeping their unbeaten start to the season intact.

The 2017/2018 C.M.U.L. season gets underway this coming weekend with the underage teams down for the following fixtures;
SATURDAY 15th
Under 12’s HOME V Cavan Shamrocks B at 10.00am,
Under 14’s HOME V Ballyjamesduff at 12 noon,
Under 16’s HOME V Cootehill Harps at 2.00pm.
SUNDAY 16th
Under 13’s HOME V Cavan Shamrocks B at 10.00am.
Best of luck to all teams for the coming season and enjoy.

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 9/09/17.  Numbers Drawn; 2, 15, 17, 18.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Julia Giles, Barrack St; Brian Moore. Bracklin; Killian and Aidan Byrne, Highfield; McMahon family, Cormeen. Jackpot next week, €1,400.

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 Poetry Festival:

Coming soon is the annual Bailieborough Poetry Festival from October 5th-7th so keep that weekend free.

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 (watch for regular updates).

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.
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 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.

National Cultural Night:

As part of National Culture Night, a lecture on the history of Freemasonry in Co. Meath and Oldcastle will be held in Oldcastle
Masonic hall, preceded by a tour of the Lodge room. After the lecture
there will be a Q & A session with Provincial Grand Archivist Mr.
Eugene Markey and refreshments will be served. 6.30pm-10pm. 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.

New Pedestrian Crossings:

Works are well underway for the new pedestrian crossings on the Virginia Road and the Cavan Road in which will provide safe access to the local national schools and secondary school. These works are funded through Clár Funding. Works on the Cavan Road will be completed within two weeks and the lighting on the pedestrian crossing on the Virginia road will be installed as soon as possible.

Bailieborough Poetry Festival:

Bailieborough Poetry Festival details are online now.
A great line-up of poets from Ireland, the UK and the USA, including Noel Monahan, Patrick Chapman and Gerard Smyth, American poet Linda Opyr and Emily Wills from the UK.
The festival takes place from Thursday, 5^th to Saturday 7^th October 2017.
Full details here: http://www.bailieboroughpoetry.com/poetry-festival/
Details of the poetry competition are also online. Judge this year is Patrick Chapman and the closing date is Friday next, 1^st September.
http://www.bailieboroughpoetry.com/2017-poetry-prize/

Blessing of the Graves:

The Annual Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Anne’s Cemetery on Sunday next, September 3^rd at the earlier time of 12 noon (please note change of time). Each family is asked to bring along a small container of water, which will be blessed during the service. This water will be sprinkled by a family member on the grave before the recitation of the Rosary.

All Church stewards are asked to assist with parking and report to the carpark at the Cemetery by 10.45am. Those attending are kindly requested to follow the instructions of the stewards and to co-operate with them at all times.

Members of the Parish Pastoral Council will take up a collection for the upkeep of the Cemetery at various different locations before and after the ceremony.

Beckscourt Centre:

A Gardening Course will commence on Friday, the 8th of September at the Beckscourt Centre. Those interested should give the Centre a call on 0429694825.

New C.D. Release for Local Singer:

Local girl, Coralee Carolan has released her first CD entitled, “You’re looking at Country “. Coralee is the daughter of Kevin and Gail Carolan, Pine Grove. We wish her success in this music career and the cds are available in local shops: Bailieborough –‘ Carry Out’ and ‘Wallers’, Canningstown- Shop, Kingscourt- McCormack’s Petrol Station and
Shercock- Sillan Fries.

New Bench:

All in the community would like to sincerely thank local business men Russell and Leslie Waller for donating a new bench at the Town Lake for the people of Bailieborough to enjoy. After vandals destroyed the old bench Michelle Monaghan-Weir contacted local County Councillor, Sarah O’Reilly to offer assistance from Russell and Leslie. Michelle and David painted the bench a fabulous duck egg green to match in with its beautiful surroundings at the Town Lake. We are very grateful to Leslie and Russell Waller Hardware, Cavan Road, Bailieborough for their very kind gesture and hope that the new bench will enjoy many years of longevity!

Moybologue Historical Society:

On Saturday morning next, September 2^nd from 11am to 12.30pm, Research Archaeologist—Mary B. Timoney, MA, MIAI, will lead a walk through Mybologue Old Cemetery and will provide commentary on some of the interesting grave memorials along the way, followed by a talk in Bailieborough Library from 3.00pm to 4.00pm entitled ‘Graveyards, Memorials and their Decoration: Moybologue and Elsewhere’. Refreshments served and all are most welcome.

Michael Benson Memorial Trophy- Annual 25 Card Game to be held in The Drop Inn, Killann on Saturday next, September 2nd at 9pm. This event is to raise money for much needed defibrillators for the East Knockbride area. Tickets are available at €10 – €500 cash prize on ticket raffle and plenty more spot prizes on the night. Come along for a great night.

FIRST COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION PARENTS MEETING:

A meeting of all the parents of children in the parish receiving the sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation in the parish in 2018 will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Thursday, September 14^th, at 7.30pm.

VINCENT DEPAUL PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK on Saturday, 9^th September.  Bus leaving from the Community Centre at 8.30am.  Booking with €15 bus fare in Vincent’s Shop, Main Street by Saturday, 2^nd September.

Safepass:

Safepass at Bailieborough Business Centre on September 8^th at 8.00am.  Cost €100.00, please call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place.

Adoration:

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will return to St. Anne’s Church today, Wednesday from 10.00am to 6.50pm and on Friday from 6.00pm to 7.50pm. Adoration will take place in the Children’s Room until further notice. Many thanks to the Board, Principal and staff for allowing us to use the Community School Oratory since the end of June.

Pilates:

Pilates resumes in Bailieborough Leisure Centre on Wednesday, 6^th September at 10am and Cormeen Sports Complex on Tuesday, 12^th September at 10am. Classes also available at Cross, Mullagh.

Contact Julie 086 3283943, julie@cavanphysicaltherapy.com or FB  /JulieCarolanCavanPhysicalTherapy

Parish Youth Officers:

A meeting of all Youth Officers and people involved in working with young people in the Parish of Killann takes place in the Bailie Hotel on Wednesday, September 13^th at 7.30pm. It is very important that all Youth Officers attend this meeting.

Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, August 30th – Seeorum, Bailieborough:

(M) Walk 1 Hour 30 min. Departing Bailieborough Library at 6.45pm. Walk commencing at the home of Jennifer and Nigel Williamson, Duneena at 7.00pm. Located on the Bailieborough/ Cootehill (R191), 5km from Bailieborough and 5km from Canningstown.

Wednesday, September 6th – Castle Lake Bailieborough

(M) Walk 1 Hour 30 min. (E) Walk 1 Hour. Walk commences at 7.00pm at Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Rd., Bailieborough. This is the final walk of the season. All welcome.

SOSAD Outreach, Bailieborough:

SOSAD Cavan are happy to announce due to so many requests over the years, they are opening up for 2 afternoons (Tuesdays and Thursdays) in the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough. Please contact 083 040 4833 for further information. Appointment only.

“Spanish Coffee Mornings in Bailieborough”:

“Spanish Coffee Mornings” Only a few places left on Tuesdays and Fridays. Lessons will start on Tuesday 12th of September from 10 to 11am and Friday 15^th, from 10 to 11, both beginners. Price: 5 lessons €50. To enrol please contact Lydia on 0877414735.

Great Start:

The Bailieboro Celtic Senior ‘A’ side had a very convincing 8—3 win over Oldcastle Utd, on Friday evening last, at the Vale Grounds. Tommy Rogers, Jamie Fitzgerald, Conor Noone (4), Aaron Cundelan and Leon Garagan got the all-important goals in a thrilling game. A great early start to the season for this talented group of players.

Bailieborough School of Music:

Bailieborough School of Music are still accepting registration for music lessons for the coming school year, for further information contact, Ann 0877858509.

Lotto results for 26/08/17.  Numbers Drawn; 7, 8, 10, 20.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Sarah O’Reilly, Lisnalea; Aoife Mulligan, Galbolie; Enda Sheridan, Galbolie; Garry Cosgrove, Drumeva. Jackpot next week, €1,200.

Tierworker Active Age:

Tierworker Active Age are going for a three day break, starting on Monday, September 4^th to the Holyrood Hotel, Bundoran. For full details of events and to book, please contact Sheila at 087 248 7579 or Sean at 086 405 4000 for further details.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for September, October and November 2017: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–September 2^nd (Saturday, 1.30pm) and September 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), 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.

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board, Adult Education and Training Centre, Ballyjamesduff, Co. Cavan

Part time Adult Education Courses – FREE to Eligible Participants.

OPEN DAY – Wednesday 6^th September – 10.00am to 8pm.

Come along and discover our wide range of courses.

This OPEN Day covers, Ballyjamesduff, Bailieborough, Kingscourt and Cootehill.

Contact Regina Clarke, reginiaclarke@cmetb.ie 049 8553528 for further information.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 28th August 2017.

Under 6/8/10; Training will resume on September 7th In Kingscourt and September 8th in Bailieborough. More info next week.

Under 12; The 12s take a deserved break as they now prepare for the Cavan U12 Championship.

Under 16; We are due another round of the Ulster league and the Cavan Championship.

Minor; No games this week.

Inter county; Well done to the ECG contingent in the South Ulster squad who won the All Ireland U14 Shield v Monaghan in Cloghan on Saturday last. Players from ECG, Cootehill, Annalee, Castlerahan and Ballymachugh did their club and county proud with some assured displays. Well done lads.

Above; Colin, Tadhg, Charlie and Conor after winning the Shield for South Ulster on Saturday last in Cloghan.

Training times; U12/14/16/18;

All training at BCS pitch Wednesday 7pm.

Players will receive a text.

The week ahead; Wednesday; U14/16/18 training at BCS pitch 7pm.

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

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.