U14 County Champions:

Congratulations and well done to the Bailieborough Community School U14 girls who won the Cavan County Football Final against Breifne College. A fantastic overall performance resulted in a comprehensive victory, with BCS winning by a score line of 8-11 to 3-2. The goals came from Ellie McGuinness, Emma McIntyre, Sarah McCullagh, Rebecca Brady, Aine Cooney and Ava Sheridan. Well done ladies and coach Ms Sweeney – it is a great achievement and a wonderful way to end a very successful sporting year for Bailieborough Community School.

 

Good Luck:

Good Luck and best wishes are extended to all the pupils from Bailieborough Community School who undertake their State exams commencing on Wednesday, June 7^th.

 

Free Course:

The Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough are offering a Free Internet/Digital Skills Training Course for anyone who wants to learn a little more about using the internet. The course will cover email, online government services, revenue, banking, shopping,  etc using ‘apps’, Skype, internet safety and security. Contact the Centre at 042 9694825 for more info or to book your place.

 

Fundraiser Walk/Run for Feile Under 14 Girls Footballers on Saturday next, June 10^th 2017:

Bailieborough Shamrocks Under 14 Girls are hosting The Carrickedmond Club from Longford on the weekend of the 23rd -25th June 2017. Their club chairperson is none other than Laura Kelly who is originally from Bailieborough. To help make the weekend a success our Under 14 Girls are hosting a Walk/Run fundraiser on Saturday next, 10^th June at 11.00am. (Please note change of date and time). Registration starts at 10.30am at the Community Centre and it would be great to get everyone to support this event and help our Ladies Football make the Feile weekend a huge success and one that the Shamrocks Club and town can be proud of.

 

Safepass:

Safepass at the Bailieborough Business Centre on Wednesday, 21^st June from 8.00-4.00pm. Cost €100.00 lunch included. Call 042-969-4716 for further information.

 

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

We will continue the clean up every Tuesday at 7pm (for one hour only). Lots of help needed.  We would appreciate if business / home owners in the area would do a ‘clean-up’ also!  Thank you.

 

Bailieborough Community Choir:

Bailieborough Community Choir is looking for new members to join its growing membership. Please contact any choir member or look at their facebook page for further information.

 

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A VOLUNTEER AT THE WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES 2018?  

The World Meeting of Families 2018 will attract thousands of Irish and International Pilgrims.  Organising it and seeing it through will only be possible with the help of generous volunteers who will put their love and talents to service.  Around 2,000 volunteers are required.  Applications to become volunteers are now being sought.  This will include a formal online application and Garda vetting process in line with safeguarding policies.  For further information, log on to www.worldmeeting2018.ie/volunteer or send an email to info@worldmeeting2018.ie with your name and telephone number.

 

East Knockbride N.S.

Enrolment for September 2017.  Application forms are available from the school.  Open morning for new pupils is on Tuesday June 20^th. Please e-mail: eastknockbridens@yahoo.com or phone 042 9660 244 for further details.

 

Bailieboro Celtic AFC:

The Annual General Meeting of Bailieboro Celtic AFC takes place in the Club Rooms, The Vale on Wednesday evening next, 14^th June at 8:00 pm.

Under 10’s game v Cootehill at the Vale on Wednesday, kick off 7pm. There will be 2 games which will run side by side at the same time. All support more than welcome.

 

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.

 

Lough An Leagh:’ Moonwalk’:

A ‘MOONWALK’ will take place on Lough an Leagh on Saturday next, 10^th June at 9 pm, 5 km walk/run, entry fee 10 euro starting at the Picnic area. All proceeds go to local Cancer Charities. Refreshments afterwards. All welcome.

 

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, June 7^th: Castle Lake, Bailieborough: (E) Walk—1 hour, (M) Walk—90 minutes. Walks commence at the Castle Lake Car Park at 7.15pm.

Wednesday, June 14^th: Ballyhaise: (A) Walk—2+ hours (approx.). Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.30pm. Walk commences at Teragasc College, Ballyhaise at 7.15pm. 8 kms from Cavan Town. All welcome.

 

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival:

A new committee has been formed to bring back a Festival to Bailieborough. The members of the committee are: Chairperson – Kieran Donohoe, Vice Chairperson – Seamus Rahill, Society – PJ Barry and Pro Social Media – Gareth Mulhall.

The last Festival took place in 2014, which helped promote our town and community! This year’s Festival will take place between July 21st and July 23^rd and will include sports, entertainment and family fun! Any ideas or if anybody would like to help out, please contact any committee member.  Keep an eye out for updates of schedule and looking forward to your support.

 

‘Bounce Back’ Youth Service:

‘Bounce Back’ Youth Service continues to provide services and supports for young people in Bailieborough from the ages of 10—24 years old. If you or your child would like to find out more information about your local youth service or if you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please contact Cyril Reilly on 087 7933 728 or Sharon Ivers on 087 3501 287. Volunteers play a huge part in our service delivery and your contribution would be greatly appreciated. Training and support will be provided.

 

Joe Connolly Memorial Tractor Run:

The Joe Connolly Memorial Tractor Run raised €1,300 on Sunday week last. It was divided between the Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Fund and Palliative Care in Cavan. We would like to thank everyone who took part and donated to such a great cause—that is very close to our heart. Once again, thank you all, from Anna Mai and Celene Connolly.

 

Computers for Beginners

Bailieborough Business Centre 5 Lessons to introduce you to the Internet/Email/On line Transactions/ and more. FREE of Charge. Come along and enjoy the friendly atmosphere at the Centre, meet new people and learn new skills. Call 042-969-4716.

 

Mindfulness Course:

Introduction to Mindfulness as a form of self-care: the purpose of Mindfulness: learn how to use Mindfulness as a rewarding life skill in your own life and alternative forms of Mindfulness will take place at the Bexcourt Centre on Thursday, June 8^th from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Free class. For booking and more information, please contact 049 433 6070.

 

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 3/06/17.  Numbers Drawn; 5, 14, 20, 21.  No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners, Mickey Smith, Curkish; Paddy Matthews, Drumacarrow; Brendan and Collette Gavin, Rakeevan; Noel Byrne. Jackpot next week, €3,300.

Entries to ‘Summer Draw’, Paula Tevlin, Termon; Keelin Connolly, Elm Court; Margaret Rose Traynor, Shercock; Donal Clarke, Drumlon.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for June,  July, August and September  2017:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–June 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), June 25^th (Sunday, 1.00pm), July 15^th (Saturday at 1.30pm in St. Anne’s Church, Killann), July 30^th (Sunday, 12.30pm),  August 12^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), August 20^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), September 2^nd (Saturday, 1.30pm) and September 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).

 

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

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

Ipads with Social Media for Beginners –   Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm.

This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs.  (IPADS are provided). Contact:042 9665779 or

email: fburke@cavancoco.ie

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

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

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

 

 

 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 5th June 2017

Under 6/8/10;

Two great sessions last week indoors in Kingscourt on Thursday and a great turnout outdoors in Bailieborough on Friday. Same again this week weather permitting.

Under 12;

No training this week. Challenge game next week then back into the league.

Under 14;

Feile na Gael is just under two weeks away. We are staying in Leighlinbridge in County Carlow. It should be another fantastic weekend of hurling. Training Wednesday 7pm at the Community School pitch Bailieborough.

Above; Our 2017 Feile na nGael squad.

Under 16;

No games now until after the Junior Cert.

Adult Hurling;

Will commence when the Leaving Cert is completed to give our older boys the opportunity to join in.

County;

Cavan have been drawn against Kildare in the knockout phase of the Celtic Challenge. Time, venue and date tbc. Best of luck to all our ECG GAA boys in the squad.

Hurling training times and venues;

Kingscourt group;

Under 6/8/10; Thursday 6.45-7.45 in the centre.

Bailieborough group U6/8/10;

Friday weather permitting 6pm outside on school pitch (weather permitting).

U14/16;

U14/16 training at BCS pitch Wednesday 7pm.

Players will receive a text.

For all info on these age groups then please contact Kathryn 087 244 1371.

The week ahead;

Monday;

Tuesday;

Wednesday; U14 and U16 training at BCS pitch 7pm.

Thursday; Kingscourt Group U6/8 in Community Centre 6.45-7.45 tbc.

Friday; Bailieborough U6/8s 6-7pm outside on pitch tbc.

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

 

 

Summer Camps at Cormeen Sports Complex:

The Regular 4 Day Camp runs from Monday 10^th July to Thursday 13^th July from 10am to 2pm. It’s for Primary School Children and costs €40 per child; or €70 for 2 siblings. Booking Essential 086 7732649.

New for 2017 is ‘Campa Spraoi an tSamhraidh’ which is a 5 Day Irish Language Camp including a Day Trip with picnic. It runs from Monday 24^th July to Friday 28^th July from 10am-2:30pm and is for Children aged 7+. Cost is €50 per child and €90 for 2 siblings.  Booking Essential 086 7732649.

Also new for 2017 is STARCAMP which is a 5 Day camp with Acting, Singing, Dancing and TV. It runs from Tuesday, 8^th August to Saturday 12^th August from 9:30am – 2:30pm for children aged 4-12. It costs €90 per child and €160 for 2 siblings. Booking is Online ONLY at www.starcamp.ie

Finally a 2 day camp starts on 22^nd August and should allow parents get ‘back to school’ ready. Again it’s for Primary School Children and costs €20 per child; or €35 for 2 siblings, Booking Essential 086 7732649.

 

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 25^th  2017 Matthew J. Cullen.

 

Summer Recital: School of Music

The Bailieborough School of Music Senior and Junior Bands will perform an open-air ‘Summer Recital’ on the Market Square next Friday evening, May 26^th at 7pm, weather permitting.

If weather does not allow for outdoors, the performance will be in the Community School. Everyone welcome.

 

Bailieborough School of Music

Lotto results for 13/05/17.  Numbers Drawn; 5, 20, 21, 23.  No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners, Anji Pidgeon, Leitrim; Brendan & Collette Gavin, Rakeevan; Killian Byrne, Leiter; Claire Fitzsimons, Highfield. Jackpot next week, €3,000.

Entries to ‘Summer Draw’, Margo Gormley, Beckscourt; Gary Daly, Lisnalee; David Kearns,  Corner Manor; Sean Keane, Lisball.

Lotto results for 20/05/17.  Numbers Drawn; 8, 16, 18, 22.  No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners, Margaret & Liam Fay, Galbolie; Stephen Carolan, Crossmakeelan; Michael Clarke, Dunena; Heather Gibson, Lisball. Jackpot next week, €3,100.

Entries to ‘Summer Draw’, Aisling Dunne, Carngarve; Micheal Monaghan, Lisnalee; Brian Farrell, Tunnyduff; Mary Renihan.

 

First Communion

The children in 2^nd class in St. Felim’s N.S., The Vale received their First Communion on Saturday last in St. Annes Church. Congratulations to the following children: Liam Brady, Lucas Briody, Keely Cadden, Senan Cadden, Grace Clarke, Lucy Clarke, Reece Clarke, Aoife Coleman, Kyle Cundelan, Rhys Englishby, Niall Keegan, Sean Lynch, Eadaoin Lynch, Evan McCormack, Kim McCourt, Tyler McCullagh, Gary McGuinness, Rory McIntyre, Ronan Monaghan, Lian Moore, Dylan Mulligan, James Mulligan, Jasmine O’Neill, Matas Pilipavicius, Niamh Redmond, Oisín Sheridan and Katie Smith.

 

Mass for the Sick 

To coincide with the Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes, a special Mass for the Sick will take place in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Wednesday next, May 31^st at 7.00pm. The Sacrament of the Sick will be administered during the Mass to those who feel the need of its grace at this time.

 

Public Meeting on the ‘River Basin Management Plan’: The streams, rivers and lakes of Cavan will be discussed in the context of the draft River Basin Management Plan for Ireland 2018 – 2021 at a public meeting in the following location: The Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough on Tuesday, June 6^th from 7.30pm to 8.30pm.

If you have an interest in water quality, angling, heritage, biodiversity, tourism or recreational use of your local waters then this is an opportunity to have a say into how they are managed.

Your local Community Water Officer for County Cavan will present this information and explain how you can influence decisions and projects on the waters of your local area. For more information phone 0761 065 262 or email info@lawco.ie

For information on water quality in your area or to find out what local communities are doing around Ireland, check out www.catchments.ie and sign up for the Catchments Newsletter.

 

Bailieborough Tidy Towns: We will continue the clean up every Tuesday at 7pm (for one hour only). Lots of help needed.  We would appreciate if business / home owners in the area would do a ‘clean-up’ also!  Thank you.

 

Abuse of the Skip in St. Anne’s Cemetery: Domestic waste was dumped in the skip at the Cemetery recently. The Clergy of the Parish ask people to refrain from using the skip for their personal waste—it is for Cemetery use only!

 

Congratulations and Well Done: Congratulations to the U14, U16 and Minor Cavan girls’ teams who became Ulster Champions over the weekend. Special mention for local girls Janelle McCabe and Niamh Keenaghan (U16) and Aislinn Keenaghan and Abbi Connor (U14) from Knockbride GFC and Bailieborough Shamrocks ladies, Emma Ryan and Megan McCullagh and well done to the U16 coach Francis Clarke.  Well done to everyone involved.

 

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.

 

Charity Walk/Run: A Charity Walk/Run in memory of Ann Clerkin, Curkish, will take place on Saturday next, May 27^th commencing at 11am, from the BDA Centre, Shercock Road. Funds raised will be donated to the Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Fund, Bailieborough Mental Health Association and the Multi-Sensory Room, in Bailieborough Community School. Donations voluntary on the day and all are most welcome.

 

Hardtimes Chorus: ‘Hardtimes Chorus’ have started work on their New Autumn Show.  Rehearsals take place on Wednesday evenings at 8pm sharp in St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough. New members are most welcome.

 

Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, May 24^th: Dun A Ri, Kingscourt. Easy walk—1 hour, Medium Walk—1 hour 30mins. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.50pm. Walks commence at Cabra N.S. entrance to Dun a RI Forest Park, Shercock Road at 7.15pm.

Wednesday, May 31^st: Corraneary/Maudabawn: (A) Walk 2+ Hours (approx.), (M) Walk 1 Hour. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.50pm. Walks commence at Corraneary Presbyterian Church Car Park at 7.15pm.

Directions: From Canningstown driving towards Shercock—turn left at the crossroads 2.7 kilometres from Canningstown. Drive a further 1 kilometre. 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 Social Day Group

The next ‘get-together’ of the Bailieborough Social Day Group will take place on Wednesday, May 24^th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm in the Community Centre. All members are requested to attend and new members always very welcome.

 

“Canningstown Defibrillator Fundraiser

“Canningstown Defibrillator Fundraiser was held in The Bridge Tavern, Canningstown on Saturday the 13th of May. A donation of €300 was made to the Irish Heart and Stroke Foundation. Sean Lee (right) makes presentation to Seamus McCabe (left).”

 

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival

A new committee has been formed to bring back a Festival to Bailieborough. The last Festival took place in 2014, which helped promote our town and community! This year’s Festival will take place between July 21st and July 23^rd and will include sports, entertainment and family fun! Any ideas or if anybody would like to help out, please contact any committee member—Aiden Clarke or Kieran Donohoe.  Keep an eye out for updates of schedule and looking forward to your support.

 

Computers for Beginners – Bailieborough Business Centre 5 Lessons to introduce you to the Internet/Email/On line Transactions/ and more. FREE of Charge. Come along and enjoy the friendly atmosphere at the Centre, meet new people and learn new skills. Call 042-969-4716.

 

Vintage Tractor Run

There will be a Vintage Tractor Run in Memory of
Joe Connolly on Sunday 28^th of May, leaving at 12 Noon from Fox’s Pub, Main Street, Bailieborough, to return at 4pm approx.!

All models of vintage tractors and cars welcome!
All proceeds will go to Bailieborough Cancer Care and Cavan Palliative Care.

For more information please contact Enda on 087 4673282/ Freddie 087 8978999.

 

New AED Location: Following successful training of the Tierworker Community Defibrillator Group, the new AED is located on the wall outside The Royal Breffni.

Mindfulness Course

Introduction to Mindfulness as a form of self-care: the purpose of Mindfulness: learn how to use Mindfulness as a rewarding life skill in your own life and alternative forms of Mindfulness will take place at the Bexcourt Centre on Thursday, June 8^th from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Free class. For booking and more information, please contact 049 433 6070.

 

Deepest Sympathy

Deepest Sympathy is extended to Tommy McEntee and family, Lisnalee on the recent death of Tommy’s sister, Anna May Oldfield—nee McEntee and formerly of Nolagh—who died in England.

 

Deepest Sympathy is also extended to the family, relatives and friends of Ann Moran, (nee Smith) and formerly of Crossmakeelan, whose Funeral took place in Coventry, England last week.

 

Deepest Sympathy is extended to daughters, Joanne and Linda, sister Kathleen, brother Matthias, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family circle, neighbours and friends on the death of Bridget Smith, Lakeview, Drumbannon, Bailieborough, who passed away peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital on Monday, May 15^th. Bridget was pre-deceased by her daughter Miriam Caroline, some time ago. Bridget’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church on Wednesday, May 17^th and afterwards, Bridget’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

 

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 June and July 2017: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–June 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), June 25^th (Sunday, 1.00pm), July 15^th (Saturday at 1.30pm in St. Anne’s Church, Killann) and July 30^th (Sunday, 12.30pm). .

 

Bailieborough Library

Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

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

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

email: fburke@cavancoco.ie

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

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

Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis;

Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm;

Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month;

Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday.

Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

 

 

East Cavan Gaels: Hurling Club: The East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club would like to sincerely thank all who made their ‘Table Quiz’—held in ‘The Square’ on Friday night last—such an outstanding success. The funds raised will go towards the Club’s various sides and in particular their Feile U14 side who will be heading to Carlow in June.

 

1st place; Team McEntee

2nd place; Team Tierney 

Fundraising Table Quiz; What great support from the community!

What a great night we had at our first ever Table Quiz to raise funding for our various sides in particular our Feile U14 side heading to Carlow in June. A full house of competitors put the grey matter to the test with some superbly set, tough but fair, questions by Mark Argue and Caroline.

When the final tally was done it showed team McEntee, Tosh, Tara, Jason and Ann were popular winners followed closely by the Oliver Tierney/Pat Argue team. Both teams kindly donated their prizes back to the Club which was very generous of them.

Our raffle was a great success with all sections of the club putting the shoulder to the wheel to raise much needed funding.

1st prize: Lawn Mower: Mason Cooper.

2nd prize: Riverside Spa Voucher: Tara McCabe.

Bottle of Hennessy: Martina Byrne.

Bottle of Hennessy: Nicholas Comey.

Bottle of Hennessy: Hugh T O’ Reilly.

Bottle of Whiskey: Toby Cundelan.

Bottle of Vodka:Tommy Brady.

2 bottles of wine: Mel Hutchinson.

These events don’t get organised by themselves so we graciously thank the following for their hard work in making the event a success;

Nixys The Square Bar, Nixy, Noreen and the staff for all the preparation, help and for the food they provided for all – we very much appreciate the support.

Mark Argue and Caroline – who made our work very easy both on the night and in preparing answer sheet, score boards etc..

Thanks to people who helped on the night Ann, and Agnes.

Thanks to the people who sold and those who bought the raffle tickets.

Thanks to those who donated spot prizes – Elaine, Joan , Pat, Kathryn, The Lemon Tree and Riverside Spa.

And finally we want to thank all those who attended the quiz – it was a full house with a great atmosphere and an enjoyable night was had by all.

Many thanks from Kathryn, Pat and Willie and from all at East Cavan Gaels.

 

         

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 22nd May 2017

Under 6/8/10; We will continue training and games through the month. Our next scheduled game for U10s is in Kells on Tuesday 30th May.

Under 12; The next round of the Monaghan Hurling League sees us take on new opposition in Truagh Gaels in Kingscourt on Monday evening at 6.45. All support very welcome.

Under 14; The lads had a good competitive game on Wednesday last v Castleblayney in Kingscourt but came out on the wrong side of a good game. We will now take on the same opposition in the league final. Date, time and venue tbc

Under 16; These lads play their first competitive game of the season in Kingscourt on Monday where they will take on Truagh Gaels in the Monaghan league at 8pm. Best of luck to all.

Adult Hurling; Will commence when the Leaving Cert is completed to give our boys the opportunity to join in.

County; The U17 Celtic Challenge squad went down to a talented Louth team on Wednesday but gave a good account of themselves. Next up is Meath Kings on Saturday next with the final regular round the following Wednesday against Longford. ECG men getting plenty of county experience. Well done lads.

Hurling training times and venues;

Kingscourt group; Under 6/8/10; Thursday 6.45-7.45 in the centre.

Bailieborough group U6/8/10; Friday weather permitting 6pm outside on school pitch.

Players will receive a text.

For all info on these age groups then please contact Kathryn 087 244 1371.

The week ahead;

Monday; U12&U16v Truagh Gaels at 6.45 and 8pm respectively.

Tuesday;

Wednesday;

Thursday; Kingscourt Group U6/8 in Community Centre 6.45-7.45.

Friday; Bailieborough U6/8s 6-7pm possibly outside on pitch.

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

 

Summer Camps at Cormeen Sports Complex

The Regular 4 Day Camp runs from Monday 10^th July to Thursday 13^th July from 10am to 2pm. It’s for Primary School Children and costs €40 per child; or €70 for 2 siblings. Booking Essential 086 7732649.

New for 2017 is ‘Campa Spraoi an tSamhraidh’ which is a 5 Day Irish Language Camp including a Day Trip with picnic. It runs from Monday 24^th July to Friday 28^th July from 10am-2:30pm and is for Children aged 7+. Cost is €50 per child and €90 for 2 siblings.  Booking Essential 086 7732649.

Also new for 2017 is STARCAMP which is a 5 Day camp with Acting, Singing, Dancing and TV. It runs from Tuesday, 8^th August to Saturday 12^th August from 9:30am – 2:30pm for children aged 4-12. It costs €90 per child and €160 for 2 siblings. Booking is Online ONLY at www.starcamp.ie

Finally a 2 day camp starts on 22^nd August and should allow parents get ‘back to school’ ready. Again it’s for Primary School Children and costs €20 per child; or €35 for 2 siblings, Booking Essential 086 7732649.

 

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.

 

If any readers have items of interest to be included in the Bailieborough News, (Obituaries, News Items, Sports, etc…), please e-mail: mattie42@eircom.net or call 042 9666200.

 

Bailieborough News. May 9^th  2017 Matthew J. Cullen.

 

Congratulations and Well Done

Congratulations and Well Done to two leading members of the Bailieborough Branch of the Irish Red Cross, Bert Coote—who won ‘Volunteer of the Year’ and Julie O’Brien—who won ‘Instructor of the Year’  at the Irish Red Cross ‘National Volunteer Awards 2017’, which were held in Croke Park, Dublin on Saturday last, May 6^th. Well done to you both for being such inspirational figures in this great organisation.

 

Bailieborough Leisure Centre

The Annual General Meeting for Bailieborough Leisure Centre takes place on Monday next, 15^th May at 8.30pm in the Bailie Hotel. All nominations should be left in the Leisure Centre for the attention of Paul McFadden, Chairman before May 12^th.

 

Social Dancing

Social Dancing will take place in the Community Centre on Saturday next, 13^th of May. Music on the night is by ‘Show Bud’, two great musicians, Robert Brown and Breege Kelly. Dancing is from 10.00 till 12.30 and supper will be served. All welcome.

 

Bailieborough Tidy Towns

We will continue the clean up every Tuesday at 7pm (for one hour only). All welcome.  Also we would appreciate if the business / house owners in the area would keep their properties clean and presentable and litter free. Thanking you all.

 

Alzheimer Tea Morning

The annual ‘Alzheimer Tea Morning’ will take place on Friday next, 12^th May in the Bailie Hotel from 10.30 am until 12 noon.  Please support.

 

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.

 

Cavan Birdwatch: Dawn Chorus at Castle Lake forest, Bailieborough

Sunday next, 14^th May: Please meet at 4.30 a.m in Lakeshore Carpark—Shercock Road side. Please wear sturdy footwear.

The walk will last about an hour and we recommend wearing warm clothes and bringing along a snack and hot drink to enjoy afterwards. A wonderful opportunity to listen to the beautiful birdsong and experience nature at it’s very best. Phone 087 7735487 or email cavanbirdwatching@gmail.com for more information. Everyone most welcome.

 

Hardtimes Chorus

‘Hardtimes Chorus’ have started work on their New Autumn Show.  Rehearsals take place on Wednesday evenings at 8pm sharp in St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough. New members are most welcome.

 

Knockbride Church of Ireland

Knockbride Church of Ireland is hosting a Service called ‘Through the Roof’ on Saturday next, May 13^th at 2.00pm at Knockbride Church of Ireland. Geared towards adults and children with learning challenges and their Carers. It will be followed by food and fellowship in the Hall. Everyone is welcome.

 

Bailieborough Social Day Group

Next get-together for some more activities, music and chat in the Community Centre on Wednesday, May 10^th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. New members always very welcome.

 

First Communion

The children in 2^nd class in St. Annes N.S. and The Model N.S. receive their First Communion on Saturday next, 13^th May and the children in St. Felim’s N.S. on Saturday, May 20^th. Both Masses will be at 11am.

 

Deepest Sympathy

Deepest Sympathy is extended to sons Terence, Eamonn and Brendan, daughters-in-law Christine, Breda and Aileen, grandchildren Ciara, Maria, Éanna and Maebh and extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Philip (also known as Joe Lynch) Lynch, Bexcourt, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Tuesday, 2^nd May, 2017, peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital. Philip was predeceased by his wife Kathleen some time ago. Philip’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Friday, May 5^th with burial afterwards in St. Brigid’s Cemetery, Tunnyduff, Knockbride West.

 

Deepest Sympathy is extended to daughter Kathleen, sons PJ and Martin, daughter-in-law Abby, grandchildren Ciara and Aoife, sister Lena and extended family and friends on the death of Tessie McMahon, Copponagh, Bailieborough Co Cavan and 29 Castleross Retirement Village, Carrickmacross who passed away peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda on Friday, May 5^th. Tessie was predeceased by her husband Bartle and daughters Geraldine and Lucia. Tessie’s Funeral Mass took place on Sunday, May 7^th in St. Anne’s Church, with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery.

 

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.

 

Computers for Beginners – Bailieborough Business Centre 5 Lessons to introduce you to the Internet/Email/On line Transactions/ and more. FREE of Charge. Come along and enjoy the friendly atmosphere at the Centre, meet new people and learn new skills. Call 042-969-4716.

 

An Introduction to Spreadsheets – Starting Friday 12^th May from 10-1. 10 Lessons will get you familiar with keeping records for your family bills, small business, club or committee, learn simple calculations and formulae, FREE, meet new people and learn new skills. Call 042-969-4716.

 

 

Spanish Coffee Mornings: Learn Spanish in a Friendly environment while enjoying a cup of tea or coffee. Lessons will take place every Tuesday morning: Beginners 10 to 11am and Intermediate Spanish 11 to 12. Cost: €50 per 5 lessons. Starting soon!!! Also one to one and Grinds available…
For more information please ring or text Lydia on 0877414735.

 

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

 

East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club: The East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club are holding a ‘Table Quiz’ in the Square Bar, Bailieborough on Friday, May 19^th, commencing at 9.00pm. All support very welcome.

 

Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 06/05/17.  Numbers Drawn; 1, 17, 20, 24.  No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners, John Reilly; Mary McDonald, Lear; Maria Delaney, Lakeview; Mary Glynn, Ballinasloe. Jackpot next week, €2,900.

Entries to ‘Summer Draw’, Chloe Reilly, Leiter; Pat Argue, c/o Fox’s; Faye Conefrey, Mullagh; Carmel O’Callaghan, Nolagh.

 

 School of Music: Registration for the coming school year 2017/2018 will be held in the Community School on Monday next, May 15th, from 7pm-8.30pm. All students wishing to take music lessons in September should register. There will be an opportunity to try out the various brass/woodwind instruments on the night. Registration Fee €10 per student, €20 family max.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for May, June and July 2017

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church– May 21^st (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), June 25^th (Sunday, 1.00pm), July 15^th (Saturday at 1.30pm in St. Anne’s Church, Killann) and July 30^th (Sunday, 12.30pm). .

 

Bailieborough Library

Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

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

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

email: fburke@cavancoco.ie

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

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

Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis;

Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm;

Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month;

Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday.

Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 8th May 2017

Fundraising Table Quiz; Get your thinking caps on!! We will be hosting a Table Quiz on Friday 19^th May in our good friend Nixys Square Bar in Bailieborough at 9pm. This will act as a general hurling fundraiser as well as a fundraiser for our Feile squad who head to Leighlinbridge in Carlow on June 16^th, so all support is very welcome.

Under 6/8/10; We now move to a period of less training and more games/blitzes over the summer. This week we hope to travel to Cootehill on Thursday with our U10s while our U8s/10s will be at home to Gael Colmcilles from Kells on Friday in Bailieborough. Players will receive a confirmation text Under 12; The lads concluded the Cavan Spring League with a narrow defeat to Cootehill. They now move to the Monaghan League with the first round at home to Clontibret in Kingscourt on Monday 6.45 tbc. Players will receive a text.

Under 14; Féile preparation is now in full swing with more league games coming up.

Under 16; Monaghan U16 HL we play Truagh Gaels at home on 22nd. Time and venue tbc.

County; The best of luck to our county men as they play Monaghan in the 3rd round of the Celtic Challenge this coming Wednesday at 7.30 in Breffni Park. Congratulations; Congratulations to all our hurlers who make their First Holy Communion at this time.

Hurling training times and venues; Kingscourt group; Under 6/8/10; Bailieborough group U6/8/10; Mostly matches from now on. Players will receive a text.

Under 12/14/16/18; Under 14 training possibly on Tuesday this week. Players will receive a text. . For all info on these age groups then please contact Kathryn 087 244 1371.

The week ahead; Monday; U12 match in Kingscourt.

Tuesday; U14 training tbc.

Thursday; U10s away to Cootehill.

Friday; U6/8/10s home to Gael Colmcille in Bailieborough. 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.

 

If any readers have items of interest to be included in the Bailieborough News, (Obituaries, News Items, Sports, etc…), please e-mail: mattie42@eircom.net or call 042 9666200.

 

Bailieborough News. April 27^th 2017 Matthew J. Cullen.

 

‘Cycle Against Suicide’

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Bailieborough Community School are hosting the

‘Cycle Against Suicide’ around Ireland cycle event on Thursday,  April 27th, The only venue in Cavan!

If you are interested in registering for the leg from Castleblayney to Bailieborough, please check out the website. www.cycleagainstsuicide.com

Refreshments and an afternoon of health promotion activities available for all participants. Are you up for it? Please spread the word, if you can, for a very good cause. Much appreciated.

We anticipate over 300 cyclists will be arriving in Bailieborough on Thursday 27^th April, come out and show your support for this very worthy cause.

 

 

 

Emer’s Evening

A huge ‘Thank You’ to everyone who bought tickets, came along, made donations, donated prizes and helped out at ‘Emer’s Evening’ in the Bailie Hotel on Saturday, April 9^th. It was a massive success, raising a total of €12,388.55 for St. Felim’s N.S. Playground, The Vale. Your support was very much appreciated.

 

Bailieborough Tidy Towns

Bailieborough Tidy Towns thank all who helped with the Spring Clean. Well done all.  We will continue the clean up every Tuesday at 7pm (for one hour only). All welcome.  Also we would appreciate if the business / house owners in the area would keep their properties clean and presentable and litter free. Thanking you all.

 

LEND A HAND ‘

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

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for  May and June 2017

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–May 6^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), May 21^st (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and June 25^th (Sunday, 1.00pm).

 

First Communion

The children in 2^nd class in St. Annes N.S. and The Model N.S. receive their First Communion on Saturday, 13^th May and the children in St. Felim’s N.S. on Saturday, May 20^th. Both Masses will be at 11am.

 

Deepest Sympathy

Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife, Nora, sons Kevin, Philip and Paul, sisters Katie and Lena, brother Paddy, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, grandchildren, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends on the death of Philip Clarke, Institute Road, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan who passed away on Wednesday, 19^th  April 2017, suddenly at The Mater Private Hospital, Dublin. Philip’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Saturday, April 22^nd with burial afterwards in St. Annes Cemetery.

 

Deepest Sympathy is extended to brother Mattie, sisters-in-law Ann and Nancy, nephews, nieces, great-grandnephews and nieces, cousins and extended family and friends on the death of Susan McCormack, Anne Street, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Wednesday, 19^th April 2017, peacefully at Fairlawns Nursing Home, Bailieborough. Susan was predeceased by her parents Tommy and Susan and her siblings Anna, Packie and Tommie. Susan’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Chapel on Friday, April 21^st with burial afterwards in St. Annes Cemetery.

Bus to Balmoral Show

Bailieboro Cabs Main St, Bailieboro are now taking bookings for Balmoral Show on Thursday 11^th May. Buses Departing Cab Office 7.30am. Phone 086 1075241 / 042 9666000 or just pop in to the office to book your seats.

Pilates 

Pilates resumed in Bailieborough Leisure Centre on Wednesday, 26^th April at 10am and Cormeen Sports Complex on Tuesday, 25^th April at 10am.

Monday and Wednesday evening classes also available at Cross, Mullagh.

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

 

Well Done: Well done to the Bailieboro Celtic senior side who defeated Navan side, Parkvilla by 1—0 in Navan on Sunday last in the semi-final of the Fitzsimons Cup. Well done lads and the best of luck in the final.

 

St Vincent DePaul: One-Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg

The St. Vincent DePaul One-Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg will take place on Sunday, May 7^th. For further information please contact: John at 086 0554578 or Pat at 086 0635856.

 

“Spanish Coffee Mornings”        Learn Spanish in a friendly environment while enjoying a cup of tea or coffee… Lessons will take place every Tuesday morning from 10 to 11. Starting soon!!! Also one to one lessons and Grinds available.  For more information please contact Lydia on 0877414735.

 

Bridge 

Results for Tuesday, April 18^th: First: Elizabeth Murphy and Rosaleen Mackey, Second: Una Stafford and Vera Bell. Best Gross: Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson. Third: Helen Clarke and Kathleen McArdle.

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

 

Drumkeery Group Water Scheme

Drumkeery Group Water Scheme will be carrying out the biannual maintenance work on the network, which will include scouring of the lines. This may cause some disruption to member’s water supply. If discoloration of the water occurs, run the tap until the water becomes clear. Maintenance work will be carried out until Tuesday next, May 2^nd. Should any problems arise, please contact, The Maintenance Officer, Seamus McCabe at 086 0466188. Your co-operation and understanding is greatly appreciated and we regret any inconvenience caused.

 

 

Bailieborough Social Day Group

A bus leaves from the Community Centre today, Wednesday April 26^th at 10.00am for a trip to Athlone for a great day’s outing!

 

Bailieborough School of Music

Lotto results for 22/04/17.  Numbers Drawn; 9, 12, 18, 20. No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners, Niall Farrell, Tandragee; Mairead Donnellan, Leitrim; Bernice Tierney, c/o Castle Inn; Joe Monaghan, Drumanespic. Jackpot next week, €2,700.

Entries to ‘Summer Draw’, Seamus Rahill, Leitrim; Oliver Tierney, Nolagh; Kelly & Bridget Murray, Maple Court; Margaret Rose Traynor, Shercock.

 

Knockbride Macra

On Saturday next, April 29^th, Knockbride Macra host a ‘Children’s Cinema Day’ in Tunnyduff Hall. Doors open for first movie at 1.00pm and for second movie at 4.00pm. Popcorn and drinks will be included for €5 per child. For further information, please contact 085 756 0534.

 

Bailieborough Walking Group

Bailieborough Walking Group host three walks during this year’s Cavan Walking Festival.

Saturday next, 29th April, 5k Forest Walk commencing at Bailieborough Business Centre at 11am.

Tuesday 2nd May, 5k Dun a Ri forest walk commencing at Cabra School, Shercock Rd., Kingscourt at 7pm.

Thursday 4th May 10k Lough an Leagh walk commencing at the picnic area Lough an Leagh at 7pm. All welcome.

 

 

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.

 

The search for the quickest Quacker in town!!

Hundreds of Rubber Ducks Race to Benefit Families of the North East.

On Easter Monday last week, the Family Addiction Support Network hosted the second annual Open Garden Day, Car Boot Sale and Rubber Duck Race at the beautiful gardens of Brendan & Jackie McKenna, Muff, Kingscourt, Co Cavan.  A great crowd supported the event which was organized by the Family Addiction Support Network.

Festivities began at 2pm with a scenic stroll around the garden full of color where new life and was guaranteed to lift the spirits! One could then meander through the ‘bric o brac’ stalls in the hope of acquiring a satisfying bargain and quench their hunger pangs in Bella’s Kitchen with delicious homemade cakes, pastries, and exotic cheesecakes.

Dudley Farrell, MC for the Duck Race kept the crowd entertained with jokes, spot prizes and exciting commentary as hundreds of little plastic ducks were tumbled over the bridge into the river and jostled each other for the winning positions.  1^st Prize “The Quickest Quacker Cup” and €40 voucher went to Roisin McKenna, 1st Prize in the Garden Quiz went to Audrey Frazer and the winner of the Easter Egg Count was Donna Kierans

The Family Addiction Support Network has been serving the people of the North East for more than 20 years, said Ceinwen Fergus, Chairperson for the Family Addiction Support Network.  “The Open Garden Day & Duck Race celebrates the Network’s commitment to support families affected by addiction and it’s a way for the community to express its gratitude”

“It’s an exciting day here in Muff”, said coordinator Gwen McKenna “and we’d like to thank the volunteers who made this happen and the  community for coming out to join us in the fun, in particular we’d like to thank our sponsors;

Amatino Partners Carrickmacross, Co Monaghan.

P&R Transport, Kingscourt Co Cavan.

Joseph McCabe, Muff, Kingscourt, Co Cavan.

Garmanagh Garden Centre, Nobber, Co Meath.

Dun a Ri House Hotel, Kingscourt, Co Cavan.

Meath GAA, Dudley Farrell, Nobber, Co Meath.

Supervalu, Kingscourt, Co Cavan.

Denise Kierans, Kingscourt, Co Cavan.

Liz Farm Fresh, Kingscourt, Co Cavan.

Tracy Clarke, Muff, Kingscourt, Co Cavan.

Tanya Lay, Curkish, Bailieborough. Co Cavan.

Marlene Thornton, Drogheda. Co Louth.

A total of €1,700 was raised on the day and this will go towards providing the much need services provided by the Family Addiction Support Network to families in the North East.

If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Gwen McKenna at 042 935 5251 or email at info.fasn@gmail.ie.

The Family Addiction Support Network (FASN) is currently a network of four groups in the North East Region that supports family members who have been affected by addiction issues.

We provide support to families of those in addiction, including peer support, counselling, help in dealing with intimidation, and a 24 hour helpline. We cover the North East Region of Louth, Meath, Cavan and Monaghan. It’s the commitment of our fundraisers which allows us to provide these services and to continue to give support to families in times of crisis.

 

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.

 

If any readers have items of interest to be included in the Bailieborough News, (Obituaries, News Items, Sports, etc…), please e-mail: mattie42@eircom.net or call 042 9666200.

Bailieborough News. April 13^th  2017 Matthew J. Cullen.

Easter and Holy Week Ceremonies at St. Annes

Holy Thursday, April 13^th —Chrism Mass in the Cathedral of St. Patrick and St. Felim, Cavan at 11.30am. Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 8.00pm in St. Annes.

Good Friday, April 14^th: Celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 3.00pm. Prayer around the Cross at 8.00pm.

Easter Vigil: Holy Saturday at 9.00pm. Confessions will also take place in St. Anne’s on Holy Saturday from 12 noon to 3.00pm.

Easter Sunday: Mass of the Lord’s Resurrection at 10.00am.

 

 

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Easter 2017.

This Easter we will celebrate at a variety of services.

Friday, April 14^th: Our Good Friday Services will be in Shercock at 7pm and Knockbride at 8.30pm.

Easter Sunday, April 16^th: There will be two services on Easter Sunday:

At 6.20am we will meet outside Mullagh Church for a Sunrise Service followed by a light breakfast.

At 10:45am we will have a traditional Service of Holy Communion in Bailieborough Church, followed by tea and coffee in the hall. All of these services and gatherings are open to everybody.

Monday, April 17^th: Church Family Picnic and Games at 12pm in the grounds of the Rectory in Bailieborough. Food, fun and games for all ages, just remember to bring your lunch and a blanket to sit on!

PRESBYTERIAN EASTER SERVICES: GOOD FRIDAY 14TH April. United Communion service in Corraneary church at 8.30 pm.

EASTER SUNDAY, 16^th April. United Service in Corglass church at 11 am.  All welcome to both Services.

 

Hardtimes Chorus—Easter Monday Fundraiser

Hardtimes Chorus is planning an exciting new show this October. Please support the charity work of our group and take part in this fundraiser on Easter Monday, April 17^th. Run, Jog, Walk or Crawl!! Distances to suit everyone—1K, 3K, 5K or 10K. Registration from 5.30pm at the Community Centre with the event commencing at 6.00pm. Entry fees are Adults, €10, Children, €5 and Family, €15. Prize for the best Easter Novelty Outfit. Refreshments afterwards in the Community Centre.

 

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 Shamrocks: Camogie Club: The Bailieborough Shamrock’s Camogie Club’s Annual Easter Cake Sale will take place on Easter Sunday in the Community Centre following 10.00am, Mass. Please support us by buying, cakes, books, dvds, or just come along for a chat and a cup of tea. If you would like to bake cakes for the Sale, please drop them into the Hall before Mass. The Camogie Club Mascot, ‘The Bailie Bunny’ for 2017 will be revealed!! All welcome.

 

Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C: Registration evening for Summer Soccer (boys and girls aged 7 to 10) is changed to Thursday evening, 13th April 2017, between 7 and 8pm. Depending on numbers interested in registering for Academy Soccer (Under 7 age group) we intend to train on Saturday afternoons. More information on this age group will follow registration evening.

 

 

Bailieborough Social Day Centre: Easter get-together will take place in the Community Centre on Wednesday, April 12^th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. All members and new members always very welcome.

 

Open Garden Day & Duck Race

Looking for a novel way to spend an afternoon?  You are invited to an open Garden Day and Duck Race hosted by Brendan and Jackie McKenna, Muff, Kingscourt, from 2pm-6pm on Easter Monday.  Stroll around the cottage garden full of colour and new life, guaranteed to lift the spirits!  Relax in Bella’s Kitchen to enjoy delicious homemade teas and pastries or rummage through our cosy car boot sale for a fabulous bargain.  Then cheer on the hundreds of ducks as they jostle down the river to the winning post…you just might win a prize!

Admission by donation. Kids go free!

Car Boot Sale Pitch €10

All proceeds go to The Family Addiction Support Network.

Contact Jackie 086 1759419 for further information.

 

 

Pilates Resumes: Pilates resumes in Bailieborough Leisure Centre on Wednesday, 26^th April at 10am and Cormeen Sports Complex on Tuesday, 25^th April at 10am.

Monday and Wednesday evening classes also available at Cross, Mullagh.

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

 

Deepest Sympathy

Deepest Sympathy is extended to sons: Brendan, Aidan and Paul, daughters Bernadette and Ann, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends on the death of Nancy Lynch (nee Clarke), Urcher, Bailieborough, Co Cavan who passed away peacefully, after a short illness at Cavan General Hospital on Monday, April 3^rd, 2017. Nancy was pre-deceased by her husband, Dessie some years ago. Nancy’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Chapel on Thursday, April 6^th with burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

 

Deepest Sympathy is extended to son Chris, daughter Fiona, daughter-in-law Siobhan, son-in-law Michael, sister Sally Rawson (UK) and brother John Fiddler (UK), grandchildren and extended family and friends on the death of  Sue Corrie (nee Fiddler), Rowan Lodge, Knockbride East, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who died on Thursday, 6^th April 2017, suddenly at her residence. Sue’s Funeral Service took place in Knockbride Parish Church on Saturday, April 8^th with burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.

 

Safe Pass: Safe Pass at Bailieborough Business Centre on Friday next, 14^th April from 8am – 4pm. Lunch included €100.00 Call 042- 96 94 716.

 

Easter at the Library: Spring into Storytime at your local Library with stories for children aged 5-8 years on Thursday, April 13^th from 3.15pm-4pm and Thursday April 20^th from 3.15pm-4pm. No charge but children must be registered with the Library to partake. Remember it is FREE to join your local Library!

Easter Workshop for all children aged 6-10 years on Thursday, April 20th from 2.30pm-4.30pm. Bookings to 042 9665779 or at the library desk. Places are limited at €2 per child. Note: all children participating must be registered with the Library and REMEMBER it is FREE to join.

 

Easter Cake Sale: Ballinamoney Parents Association are holding an Easter Cake Sale on Easter Sunday, after 10am Mass, in St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker.

Come along for some delicious treats. Your support would be appreciated.

 

Bridge Results: Bridge Results, Easter Prizes: First: Helen Clarke and Kathleen McArdle, Second: Tom Moran and John McGahan. Best Gross: Anne Brady and Patsy Corcoran. Third: Kathy O’Sullivan and Teresa O’Reilly. Fourth: Pauline McEvoy and Rosaleen Keegan. Fifth: Olive Kellett and Gemma McCabe.

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

 

Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 8/04/17.  Numbers Drawn; 3, 8, 16, 18.  No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners, Sarah O’Reilly, Lisnalea; Florrie McCabe, Lakeview; Helen Vaughan, Dundalk; Margaret Reilly, Kells Rd. Jackpot next week, €2,500.

Entries to ‘Summer Draw’, Paul Wakely, Kingscourt; Tom & Max, c/o Maguire’s Monaghanoose; Margo Gormley, Beckscourt; Teresa Cooney, Tierworker.

 

Bailieborough School of Music Lotto Launch Summer Give-away Draw.

In addition to our usual Jackpot and Lucky Dip Draws, 4 names will be entered into our Summer Give-away Draw which will take place in the Bailie Hotel on Saturday, August 19^th 2017. 1^st prize a Select Hotel Weekend Break for 2, 2^nd prize €50 Bailie Hotel voucher, 3^rd prize €50 Fox’s Bar and Restaurant voucher. Remember envelopes are on sale in usual outlets around the town and through our sellers every Saturday night. Yearly subscription forms are also available and can be downloaded from our website. Your continued support is very much appreciated.

 

Bailieborough Walking Group: Bailieborough Walking Group host three walks during this year’s Cavan Walking Festival. Saturday 29th April, 5k Forest Walk commencing at Bailieborough Business Centre at 11am.

Tuesday 2nd May, 5k Dun a Ri forest walk commencing at Cabra School, Shercock Rd., Kingscourt at 7pm.

Thursday 4th May 10k Lough an Leagh walk commencing at the picnic area Lough an Leagh at 7pm. All welcome.

 

Festival Meeting: There will be a meeting in the Bailieborough Development Association building on Monday, 24 April at 8.00pm, with a view to having a small festival in the town. Anyone who wishes to attend or has any helpful ideas are more than welcome.  All welcome.

 

Holistic and Psychic Health Fair: A ‘Holistic and Psychic Health Fair’ will take place in the Bailie Hotel on Monday next—Easter Monday—from 11.00am to 5.00pm. Psychic Readings-Crystals-Angel Shops-Health Products-Holistic Healers and much more. Admission is free and this is a Charity Event to help build houses for the local community in Zambia. For more information, please contact Geraldine on 087-6730717.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for April, May and June 2017: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–Saturday, April 15^th (Easter Vigil, 9.00pm), April 30^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), May 6^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), May 21^st (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and June 25^th (Sunday, 1.00pm).

 

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 10th April 2017

Under 6/8/10;

The lads take a well-earned break and will return after the Easter break. Some of the U10s will train outdoors with the U12s as they prepare for our tournament through May and June.

Under 12;

Just training this week on Monday in Kingscourt 6.45-7.45.

Under 14;

The lads had an impressive win v Cootehill away in the Monaghan league on Monday last but Cootehill got a measure of revenge with victory in the Cavan Feile final on Saturday. We now qualify for national Feile in June where we head for Carlow. More info in the weeks ahead.

The next round of the Monaghan league sees us play Carrickmacross in Kingscourt on Monday at 6.45. Good luck to all.

Above; Saturdays U14 squad.

Above; James, Tadhg and Diarmuid who have been selected on the Cavan cumbann na mbunscoil squad to play in Croke Park. Well done lads.

Celtic Challenge, intercounty U17 competition this year in May. A competitive group with Meath/Cavan/Louth/Monaghan/Longford and Leitrim. We aim to have even more of our boys on this panel this year. Training this Wednesday at 6.30 on the 3G with challenge games coming up in preparation for the main competition.

Athletics success;

Huge congratulations to our own Colin Gargan who won silver at the All Ireland U15 indoor athletics championships in Athlone at the weekend. All at ECG are very proud of his continuing successful development. Well done Colin.

If any of our club players have success at other disciplines then please send the info on to us here and we will be glad to share it.

Hurling training times and venues;

Kingscourt group; Under 6/8/10; EASTER BREAK NO HURLING

Thursday 6.45-7.45pm for all U6/8/10 in the Community Centre. €3 each and bring water bottle.

Bailieborough group U6/8/10; EASTER BREAK NO HURLING

Friday at the Bailieborough Community School Sports Hall. U6/8 from 6-7. Under 10 from 7-8pm. €3 each and bring the water bottle.

Under 12/14/16/18;

All training mostly on Mondays from now on with both the long evenings and the rule which says hurling to be played on Mondays. 6.30 in Kingscourt Stars pitch.

Under 16/18s will begin training when the minor football league is over.

For all info on these age groups then please contact Kathryn 087 244 1371.

The week ahead;

Monday- U12s training in Kingscourt 6.30.

U14s play Carrick at 6.45 also in Kingscourt

Wednesday – U17 Celtic Challenge Squad training Breffni Park.

 

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.

 

If any readers have items of interest to be included in the Bailieborough News, (Obituaries, News Items, Sports, etc…), please e-mail: mattie42@eircom.net or call 042 9666200.