Bailieborough News. May 26th 2016.  Matthew J. Cullen.

Bailieborough Community Choir:

Bailieborough Community Choir will be holding a ‘May Madness’ variety concert on Saturday next, May 28th at 8.30 in Bailieborough Community Centre with a donation from proceeds going to Bailieborough Cancer Comfort fund.

There is no charge at the door but there will be an opportunity to make a voluntary donation and there will also be a raffle.

There will be a number of young soloists, musicians, a comedy act and the choir will be performing some new pieces as well as a choral medley of Les Miserables !!

Please support the night as it will be a first time performance for many of the young people.

FIRST COMMUNION:

Congratulations to the children in 2^nd Class in St. Felim’s National School who received their First Communion on Saturday last in St. Annes.

The children from St. Anne’s and The Model School will receive for the first time, their First Holy Communion on Saturday next, 28^th May in St. Anne’s Church at 11am.

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.

Bailieboro Celtic AFC:

The A.G.M. of Bailieboro Celtic AFC takes place in the Club Rooms, The Vale on Friday 17th June at 8:00 pm .All member’s nomination’s and motions should be made in writing, proposed and seconded and posted to Sec. Eric McCullagh, Kilnacross, before 3rd June 2016.

Bailieborough School of Music

would like to thank everyone who helped make our fundraising concert for Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin a very big success. Thank you to everyone who bought a ticket, attended on the night or made a donation. Our raffle was very generously supported and we really appreciated the spot prizes received from La Mirage, Fox’s Bar, Lydia Uceda (Caramelos Lydia), Eugene and Patricia Brady (Medal Plaque Displays) Geraldine Cosgrove, Muriel Lambert, Norma Sherlock, Georgina Rogers, Angela Pidgeon, Consuelo Halpin, Maggie Donohoe, Marie Logan and the others who dropped items off anonymously. Thank you to our teachers in particular David McGauran, Liam McCabe and Laurina Cooney who performed on the night. Thank you to our Musical Director, Micheal Gaskin who worked very hard as always to put the show together. We are very thankful to Bailieborough Community School, for the venue and support we received from the Principal and staff. Finally thank you to the members of our Junior and Senior Bands for their performances on the night and especially the members of ‘The Groove’ who reformed for the occasion, you were magnificent. A fantastic total of €1965.50 was raised to date.

Students can still register for Music Lessons, starting in September. For more details contact Ann 0877858509 or visit Website, www.bailieboroughschoolofmusic.com or facebook.

Classes and Services at Bailieborough Business Centre:

Place available on our last round Computers for Beginners. Come in and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while learning new skills. Call 042-969-4716.

4 places still available for Safepass on Thursday, 2rd June with Cathal Bannon. Call 042-969-4716.

Cuteknit Crafts are running Wet Felting Training and Needle Felting training on 1^st of June for more details call 0429500111.

Internet Safety for Parents. A 2 hour session for parents, guiding you through the various Apps and Social Media sites that children are accessing. Call 042-969-4716.

A4 Colour Copying and Printing available at Bailieborough Business Centre.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to the Family, Relatives and Friends of Mrs Philomena Lynch, Dromore, Bailieborough whose Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes on Thursday morning last followed by interment in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

The Vale N.S. (St Felim’s)

were recently crowned winners in the Connacht/Ulster Region for their water conservation project, under the Green Flag School’s scheme. Four children from the school were chosen to receive the award on behalf of the school. Ms Purcell, from the teaching staff, took the four to Dublin. They were very excited to see their photo in the Irish Times newspaper on the following day. The students were Garry Leddy, Soirse Cooney, Caoimhe Clarke and Barry Cahill. Well done to all concerned. 

BRIDGE CLUB RESULTS for APRIL 2016

Tuesday, 5th April:1st: Pauline McEvoy and Rosaleen Keegan; 2nd: Betty Olwell and Noreen Maguire; Best Gross: Teresa O’Reilly and Ita Clarke; 3rd: Olive Kellett and Gemma McCabe.

Tuesday, 12th April: 1st: Patty Clarke and Pauline McEvoy; 2nd: Elizabeth Murphy and Olive McCabe; Best Gross: Teresa O’Reilly and Patsy Corcoran; 3rd: Mona McCormack and Betty Olwell.

Tuesday, 19th April: 1st: Noreen Maguire and Betty Olwell; 2nd: Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson; Best Gross: Vera Kelly and Kathy O’Sullivan; 3rd: Pauline McEvoy and Rosaleen Keegan.

PRESIDENT’S PRIZES (26th April 2016):  1st: John McGahan and Tom Moran; 2nd: Mona McCormack and Eilish Reynolds; Best Gross: Patsy Corcoran and Sean Kelleher; 3rd: Rose Brennan and Patty Clarke; 4th: Pauline Hutchinson and Olive McCabe; 5th: Vera Kelly and Kathy O’Sullivan.

Player of the Month for April:  Joint Winners:  Pauline McEvoy and Patty Clarke.  Congratulations to all Prize Winners.

The Bailieborough Bridge Club AGM was held on Tuesday, May 3rd at 8.00pm in The Bailie Hotel.  Prior to the AGM, the outgoing President, Betty Olwell made the presentation to the winners of her Prize, namely, Tom Moran and John McGahan, and to all the other prize winners named above.  The incoming President, Noreen Maguire complimented Betty on her excellent year and wished all the members a healthy and happy summer.  She said she looked forward to the resumption of Bridge on October 4th at 7.30pm. Any new member wishing to join the club should contact her at 086 0666170.  The members then enjoyed a tasty supper provided by The Hotel Bailie.

MASS FOR THE SICK:

To coincide with the beginning of the Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes, a special Mass for the Sick will take place in St. Anne’s Church tonight, Wednesday, 25^th May at 7pm.  The sacrament of the sick will be administered during the Mass to those who feel the need of its grace at this time.

IRISH HORSE CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY LIMITED:

An Extraordinary General Meeting of the society will be held at The Hotel Bailie, Main Street, Bailieborough, Cavan on Wednesday, 8th June, 2016 at 8.00pm. If you or anybody you know is or was a member, please attend or call for more details call 042-969-4716.

Library:

Education Guidance for all adults at the Library at 3pm on first Tuesday of each month. Free service run by ETB. Information on courses available, funding and grants.

Good Luck and Best Wishes:

Good luck and best wishes are extended to the Bailieborough Shamrocks players on the senior county panel in their quarter-final match against Armagh in the Ulster Championship in Kingspan Breffni Park on Sunday afternoon next.

Bailieborough Walking Group: May 25th – Dun a Rí Kingscourt:

(E) Walk – 1 Hour (M) – 1 Hour 30 min. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.50pm. Walk commencing at Cabra School entrance to Dun a Rí Forest Park, Shercock Road, Kingscourt at 7.15pm.

Wednesday, June 1st – The Hideout, Bailieborough:

(A) Walk 2 + hours (approx). Walk commencing at the Hideout, Bailieborough at 7.15pm. All welcome.

Forthcoming ‘Blue Plaque’ Unveiling:

As part of Cavan County Council’s 1916/2016 Centenary programme of events and in association with the Ulster History Circle, a Blue Plaque to honour Francis Sheehy Skeffington will be unveiled on Thursday June 9th at 7.30.pm. Dr Micheline Sheehy Skeffington, granddaughter of Francis and Hanna Sheehy Skeffington will  unveil the plaque at Bailieborough Library.

Library:

Parent, Baby and Toddler group: Weekly meeting at Bailieborough Library.

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.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for June, July and August 2016:

The following are the dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church for the months of June, July and August –  June 5^th, June 26^th, July 10^th, July 17^th, August 14^th, August 28^th. Baptisms will take place on Sundays at 12.30pm.

 East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 23rd May 2016

Under 6/8/10; We had a good evening in bright sunshine in Cloghan on Wednesday last as our Under 8s and 10s had good games v Carrick, Blayney and Clontibret. Under 10 tournament coming up in June. Carrick Under 10s will come to us on Wednesday for a challenge.

Above; U8s in Cloghan

Above; U10s in Cloghan

under 12; We host Castlerahan this coming Wednesday at 7 as we prepare for the U12 Championship.

Under 14; Excitement is now building for National Féile na nGael which is just under a month away as we continue preparations for our trip to Tipperary.

Our Monaghan league game v Truagh and this week’s game v Carrick have been postponed until local football championship is finished to avoid clashing.

Under 16/18; New players are especially welcome. Equipment supplied while learning the game.

Inter county news; Celtic Challenge;

Heartbreak for the boys as two very late Monaghan goals snatched victory from their grasp on Wednesday last. Next up it’s Longford this Wednesday. Best of luck to all involved.

Lucky first goal; Scratch cards will be distributed to all players and parents in the next week. Please support when you can as this is our major fundraiser for this year.

Hurling training times and venues; Under 6/8/10; Kingscourt group;

Training will move to Wednesdays from this coming Wednesday from 6 at Kingscourt Stars pitch.

Bailieborough group U6/8/10;

Training will remain on Friday at the Community School pitch. U6/8 from 6-7 and No Under 10 this week as lads will play Carrick on Wednesday.

For all U8/10 information contact Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

Under 12/14/16/18; Training for all ages from Under 12 to Under 18 on Wednesday 7pm at Bailieborough GAA grounds St.Annes Park.

For all U12-U18 information contact Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.

Check out our social media;

https://www.facebook.com/eastcavangaelshurling/

https://twitter.com/ECG_GAA

 Psychotherapy/Counselling Service

 Cavan Family Resource Centre offer a professional and confidential Psychotherapy/Counselling service. All therapists are fully qualified & accredited with the I.A.C.P. (Irish Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists).  The Centre operates on a sliding scale fee.   Please phone 049 437 1363, or email info@cfrc.ie for further information.

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.

The Samaritans:

The Samaritans have a new Freephone number: 116 123 for people who are struggling to cope. The line is open and free 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.

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 12th 2016.  Matthew J. Cullen.

Smiley O’Reilly—Presentation Evening:

On Tuesday evening last, 3rd May there was a memorial Mass in Tierworker for Sean Smiley O’Reilly followed by light refreshments in the Hall where there was a presentation to both the Bailieborough and Kingscourt Cancer Funds of proceeds raised from the Smiley O’Reilly Memorial Tractor run which was held on Sunday, April 3rd.
Both charities received a cheque for €4070 from the O’Reilly family.
The organisers of the Smiley O’Reilly Memorial Run and parents of Sean would like to thank everyone who attended the Tractor Run on 3rd April. An incredible 327 vehicles took part on the Run. They would also like to thank everyone who helped out in any way, all the marshals, the women who baked, donated and served the food, anyone who donated a spot prize, The Royal Breffni for the use of their field, Tierworker Community for the use of their Hall and the Order of Malta for attending on the day as well.
They hope everyone had had an enjoyable day and hope to see you all again next year.

Sean Smiley O’Reilly’s brother Padraig,parents Francis and Evelyn and the organisers of the Smiley O’Reilly memorial Run with members of both the bailiborough and kingscourt cancer funds receiving their cheques

Bailieboro Celtic AFC:

Congratulations to the senior players on beating Rathkenny from division 2 in the semi-final of the Fitzsimons cup on Friday last. The team won 1—0 after extra time with Ben Hannigan getting the all-important goal from the penalty spot. A great team performance and made all the better by the record of not being beaten at home since the first game of the league last August.  Best of luck lads in the final.

We are delighted to be hosting an FAI Summer Soccer Schools Camp again this year for boys and girls aged between 6 and 14 years of age. This year’s camp runs from Monday 4th July till Friday 8th July between 10.30 am and 3.00 pm. Prices remain the same as last year at €65 per child with family discounts and each child receives a full kit (jersey, shorts and socks) backpack and ball. For more information or booking log on towww.summersoccerschools.ie or Call 1890 653 653.

Congratulations:

Congratulations and well done to the teachers, staff and pupils of St. Felim’s, The Vale who won a National Award at this year’s Irish Water Green-Schools “Water of the Year” awards. The awards recognise the dedication and innovation shown by schools that have been working on the Water theme, and are receiving the Green Flag for Water this year. St Felim’s National School in Bailieborough, County Cavan, took home the award the Regional Award for Ulster/Connaught for their success in reducing their school’s water usage, and for raising awareness about water issues.

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.

Cavan BirdWatch:

 Dawn Chorus Day, Sunday 15th May (10th annual event): Bailieborough Castle Lake Forest. Meet at the Lake shore car park, Shercock road at 4.30am.

This is a great opportunity to learn about birdsong while enjoying an early morning walk.

Come along and join in! Contact Elizabeth 086 8336675 or email cavanbirdwatching@gmail.com

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to the Family, Relatives and Friends of Pat Dunne, Drumacarrow, who died on Saturday last. Pat’s Funeral Mass and interment took place in St. Anne’s on Monday morning.

Deepest Sympathy is extended to the Family, Relatives and Friends of Vincent Clarke, Moylett, Bailieborough who died on Saturday last and whose Funeral Mass and interment took place in St. Mary’s Church, Clonaphilip on Tuesday morning.

Deepest Sympathy is extended to Phillis Farrell, Rakeevan, on the death of her brother, Murty Kelly whose funeral took place in Portmarnock on Tuesday last.  Deepest Sympathy is extended to Una McKenna, Tanderagee, on the death of her brother, Charlie O’Reilly, Surrey, England who died last week.

Deepest Sympathy is extended to the Family, Relatives and Friends of Patricia Breen, nee Smith, London and Lakeview, whose ashes were buried in St. Anne’s Cemetery last Sunday week.

Annual ALZHEIMER’S TEA MORNING

on Friday next, the 13th May in the Bailie Hotel from 10.30 am until 12 noon.  Please support.

Relaghbeg Fundraising Committee:

Thanks to everyone who took part in the Fun Run on Sunday week last, luckily the rain stayed away until everyone was back safe and dry at Smyth’s Bar Relaghbeg. The winners on the day were Bailieborough Run: Tony Gregory, Lucia Crossan, Rory O’Connell, James and Ellie Flanagan and Caoimhe Cooney.

Mullagh Run: Martin Smith, Olive Coleman, Clodagh Smyth, Siobhan and Ellen Daly and Holly McCabe and Lola. Well done to everyone. We will keep you posted on the final figure raised for Bailieborough Cancer Fund. Thanks to all our Stewards and Registration Crew, Tea Ladies, Bakers and Sandwich makers and a big thanks to Thomas and all the staff at Smyth’s Relaghbeg for their help, it’s greatly appreciated

LAVEY TO LOURDES CYCLE:

Five people from the diocese, including Stephen Gregory from Bailieborough, are undertaking a cycle from Lavey to Lourdes to help raise much needed funds to bring wheelchair and assisted pilgrims to the shrine as part of the Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage.  Those who are doing this cycle would like to invite all cyclists to join them on the first stage of the cycle to Lourdes.  The cycle starts at 8am on Sunday next, May 15th from Lower Lavey Community Centre.  It continues to Ballyjamesduff, Castlepollard and finishes in Carlow town.  Why not try just part of the way? There is no need to worry, lots of rescue vehicles will be available.  More info www.facebook/Laveyto Lourdes or phone 0872420777.   Donations can be made on-line at www.idonate.ie/kilmorelourdes.

Well Done Ladies:

Congratulations to the ladies responsible for a truly magnificent clean and tidy-up at Carricknamadoo Mass Rock (near Grousehall) and Holy Well last week. Your work is very much appreciated by the local community.

FELIM’S, The Vale

are holding a 5Km Fun Run/Walk on Sunday next, 15^th May.  Registration from 11.30am at the Community Centre.  Family €10, single €5.  Light refreshments served afterwards, all welcome.

Library:

Education Guidance for all adults at the Library at 3pm on first Tuesday of each month. Free service run by ETB. Information on courses available, funding and grants.

Bailieborough Walking Group: May 11th – Deerpark Forest, Virginia.

(Easy) Walk – 45 – 60 min. (Moderate) 1 hour 30 min. (approx.).

Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.50pm. Walk commences

at Virginia Rugby Club entrance to Deerpark Forest at 7.15pm.

Wednesday: May 18th – Mullaghmeen Oldcastle. (A) Walk – 2 + hours (approx). Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.30pm. Meet at Millbrook Oldcastle at 7.05pm. Walk commences at Mullaghmeen Forest at 7.15pm. All welcome.

Bailieborough School of Music

present ‘An Evening of Music’ in aid of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin in Bailieborough Community School on Saturday May 14th at 8pm. Featuring Bailieborough Senior and Junior Youth Bands, Teacher’s Collective featuring Liam McCabe, special appearance of ‘The Groove’ Big Band. This is an enjoyable summer evening of music while also supporting a very worthy cause. Admission is €10. Tickets will be on sale in the Community School on Friday, May 6^th from 4—9pm, Saturday, 7^th May from 9.30am—4pm and Friday, May 13^th from 4—9pm or call Ann at 087 7858509. All welcome.

CONGRATULATIONS

and well done to Louise Kierans on finishing the Belfast Marathon last Monday in a time of 3 hours 28 mins.

Fianna Fail:

The AGM of West Knockbride Fianna Fail Cumann will take place in the Community Centre, Tunnyduff on Thursday 12^th May 2016 at 9.00pm.  Public Representatives will be in attendance.  New member’s welcome.

Forthcoming ‘Blue Plaque’ Unveiling:

As part of Cavan County Council’s 1916/2016 Centenary programme of events and in association with the Ulster History Circle, a Blue Plaque to honour Francis Sheehy Skeffington will be unveiled on Thursday June 9th at 7.30.pm. Dr Micheline Sheehy Skeffington, granddaughter of Francis and Hanna Sheehy Skeffington will  unveil the plaque at Bailieborough Library.

Bailieborough School of Music: Registration Evening:

The Bailieborough School of Music are holding their ‘Registration Evening’ on Monday, May 16^th in Bailieborough Community School from 7 to 8.30pm. New students are very welcome to come along and try out the various instruments. Further information is available from: www.bailieboroughschoolofmusic.com

RUN/WALK/JOG/CRAWL

: Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to run, walk, jog or crawl at Bailieborough Community Centre at 8pm.  Enjoy tea, biscuits and fruit afterwards.  All welcome.

Library:

Parent, Baby and Toddler group: Weekly meeting at Bailieborough Library.

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.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for May, June, July and August 2016:

The following are the dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church for the months of May, June, July and August – May 8^th, May 22^nd, June 5^th, June 26^th, July 10^th, July 17^th, August 14^th, August 28^th. Baptisms will take place on Sundays at 12.30pm.

  East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 9th May 2016

Under 6/8/10; We finally got our outdoor season up and running when we hosted Carrickmacross in Kingscourt on Wednesday last. Thanks to Kingscourt Stars for the use of their facilities. This coming Wednesday we will have an in-club blitz where all our club U6/8/10 players will play against each other in Bailieborough, again thanks to Bailieborough GAA for the use of their facilities. The following week we will head to Cloghan for another big outdoor blitz.

Our summer hurling schedule will mean more blitzes /games and less training with most blitzes taking place on Wednesdays as this is the designated hurling day for hurling in the county. We have already had over 30 weeks indoors so the lads are ready to demonstrate their skills in the games environment outdoors.

Above; ECG GAA U6/8s in Kingscourt. Below; Under 10s.

Under 12; We will now schedule a number of challenge games over the next month to get these lads ready for the Under 12 Championship which begins on Wednesday 8th June.

Under 14; The final round of the Under 14 league is this coming week when we play Woodford Gaels with the semi-finals down for next Sunday and the final on Sunday 22nd May.

Under 16/18; New players are especially welcome. Equipment supplied while learning the game.

Celtic Challenge; Congratulations to Rory Farrell, Cian McEntee, Kyle McGuinness and Jack Barry on their participation in the inter county U17 Celtic Challenge competition midweek v Sligo. Round 2 this Wednesday v Louth.

Above; The Cavan Celtic Challenge U17 squad who played Sligo this past week.

Bag Pack; Very gracious thanks to Lorraine Harris and the staff of Supervalu Bailieborough for allowing our bag pack on Saturday last. We thank all our players and their parents who helped throughout the day to raise money for the club and our trip to Tipperary to play National Féile in June. Special thanks to all the customers of Harris Supervalu for their generosity on the day.

Lucky first goal; East Cavan Gaels GAA Club are delighted to announce our major club fundraiser for this year- Lucky First Goal in the All Ireland Senior Hurling Final 2016. For just €2 you could win the top prize of €500 if you select the winning scratch card with the correct time of the first goal scored in the Final. We continue to rely on our local communities for our funding for our 7 club teams, from Under 6 up to Minor (U18) and our National Féile na nGael representatives who travel to Tipperary in June which will be the third year in a row that we have provided the Féile experience to our club players. Cards are available from all ECG GAA players and committee members. Get scratching and good luck to all!

Hurling training times and venues;

Under 6/8/10;

Kingscourt group;

Training will move to Wednesdays in the next few weeks. This coming Wednesday we will be in Bailieborough for an in house blitz and Cloghan the following week so no training.

Bailieborough group U6/8/10;

Training will remain on Friday but priority will be given to the Wednesday blitzes.

Both sessions are open to anyone from the region to attend.

For all U8/10 information contact Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

Under 12/14/16/18;

Training for all ages from Under 12 to Under 18 on Wednesday 7pm at Bailieborough GAA grounds St.Annes Park.

For all U12-U18 information contact Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371

Check out our social media;

https://www.facebook.com/eastcavangaelshurling/

https://twitter.com/ECG_GAA

Lourdes:

 The annual Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes takes place this year from 27^th May to 1^st June. Bookings should be made as soon as possible – because places are limited – through the Kilmore Pastoral Centre, Cullies, Cavan (St Patrick’s College) or Tel 049 4375 004 – Office hours are 10.00 am to 1.00 pm Monday to Friday. Booking Forms are available by contacting the office. Anyone wishing to travel on the Assisted Pilgrim Section – staying in Accueil Notre Dame –  should contact Fr Kevin Fay, Upper Lavey, Ballyjamesduff Tel 049 433 0018 / 087 857 9968. Lourdes is a really special place as anyone who has ever visited will confirm.

KIERAN FLYNN MEMORIAL TRACTOR RUN

In aid of ‘FARM ACCIDENT SUPPORT GROUP (EMBRACE)’.

On Sunday 22^nd May, 2016.

Registration at 11 am – Starting at 1pm.

From Ballyjamesduff Livestock Mart, Ballyjamesduff, Co. Cavan

Auction and Raffle also on the day. Please come and support this worthy cause.

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.

The Samaritans:

The Samaritans have a new Freephone number: 116 123 for people who are struggling to cope. The line is open and free 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.

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 28^th 2016.  Matthew J. Cullen.

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Bailieborough Walking Group commence their 2016 walking season by hosting four walks during this year’s Cavan Walking Festival. On Saturday April 30^th, two walks commence at 11am at Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Rd.  A 3km, 1 hour,

easy Nature Trail, ideal for families with children. The second walk is a 8km, 1.5 hour, moderate Forest Walk.

On Tuesday May 3rd an 8km moderate walk commences at 7.15pm at Cabra School entrance to Dun a Rí, Shercock Rd., Kingscourt.

On Thursday May 5th a 5km, 1.5 hour moderate walk commences at 7.15pm at the picnic area, Lough an Leagh. All welcome.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort LTD:

The recent ‘Bucket Collection’ held at Tesco, Bailieborough raised €1,405. Sincere ‘Thank You’ for your continued support.

Relaghbeg Fundraising Committee – May Bank Holiday – Fun Run For Bailieborough Cancer Fund

   Sun May 1st – 6Km- ish Fun Run / Walk/ Jog. Everybody welcome. Walk commences at 1pm from the Market Square Bailieboro (There is also a Fun Run departing Mullagh at the same time) Finish line is Smyth’s Bar, Relaghbeg where refreshments will be served. Free return transport to your starting point will be provided. Registration from 12noon. Registration fee Adults €10 / Under 18’s €5 / Under 12’s free.  All proceeds in aid of the Bailieborough Cancer Fund. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Bailieborough Gardening Group:  Day Trip:

Join us for a trip to Wicklow on Sunday, May 8th visiting Huntingbrook Gardens and the beautiful Mount Usher. Depart Tesco car park at 8.30am. €25 members, €30 non-members. Tea, coffee and cakes on arrival. All welcome. Enquiries to Eilish (086) 8273470.

CONFIRMATION:

On Saturday last, Bishop Leo O’Reilly administered the Sacrament of Confirmation to 74 children from the Parish in St. Annes Chapel. Although cold, the weather held good for the children’s big day. Thank you to their teachers especially Ms. Fallon, Ms Traynor and Ms Keegan for having the children so well prepared, the St. Anne’s School Choir, under the direction of Ms McCabe, Ms O’Sullivan and Michael Gaskin, and the principals and staff of the schools in the local are who are always so co-operative and helpful. Thanks also to the St. Annes Sacristan, May Cassidy, caretaker Sadie Clarke, St. Felim’s secretary, Marie Brady and also the members of the CE Scheme who prepared the Church for the event.

Bailieboro Celtic AFC:

We are delighted to be hosting an FAI Summer Soccer Schools Camp again this year for boys and girls aged between 6 and 14 years of age. This year’s camp runs from Monday 4th July till Friday 8th July between 10.30 am and 3.00 pm. Prices remain the same as last year at €65 per child with family discounts and each child receives a full kit (jersey, shorts and socks) backpack and ball. For more information or booking log on towww.summersoccerschools.ie or Call 1890 653 653.

Self Defence and Kick Boxing Classes:

 Self-defence martial arts classes’ takes place in Bailieborough Leisure Centre on Wednesday nights at 8pm. It is a practical self-defence class in which you do not need to be flexible or fit in order to train therefore it is for everyone. It is a fun way to learn self-defence and get fit by doing so.
First class is free to all beginners and it has an age limit of over 14 year olds.
For further information please call David on 0863398325.

Bailieborough Agricultural Show:

The Show committee are running a bus to the forthcoming Balmoral Show on Thursday, May 12^th. The bus will be leaving the Tesco carpark at 7.30am, sharp and will be in Kingscourt at 8.00am. Bookings must be made by Tuesday, May 10^th and can be made with either Dougie Smyth (087 2070 849) or Robert McCullagh (086 061 1731).

Dhuish Group Water Scheme:

Bi-annual maintenance of the Dhuish Group Water Scheme will continue until Friday 6th of May. There may be interruptions to the water supply during this time for which we apologise.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes:

If you’re interested in the Parish Summer outing to St Patrick’s Church, Greystones and The National Garden Exhibition Centre in Kilquade on May 1, get in touch with Valerie\Damien (Mullagh) Donald Howell (Knockbride) Victor Scott (Shercock) Russell Waller\John Anderson (Bailieborough) as soon as possible.

Coach cost – €10 per person (assuming over 50 people)
Lunch cost €19.95 ( 2 courses).
Deposit €10. Bus leaves Tesco Bailieborough at 8am and the hotel in Mullagh at 8:20.

Library:

Education Guidance for all adults at the Library at 3pm on first Tuesday of each month. Free service run by ETB. Information on courses available, funding and grants.

Bailieborough School of Music

present ‘An Evening of Music’ in aid of Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin in Bailieborough Community School on Saturday May 14th at 8pm. Featuring Bailieborough Senior and Junior Youth Bands, Teacher’s Collective featuring Liam McCabe, special appearance of ‘The Groove’ Big Band. This is an enjoyable summer evening of music while also supporting a very worthy cause. Admission is €10. Tickets will be on sale in the Community School on Friday, May 6^th from 4—9pm, Saturday, 7^th May from 9.30am—4pm and Friday, May 13^th from 4—9pm or call Ann at 087 7858509. All welcome.

East Knockbride N.S. Enrolment 2016/2017:

Enrolment Forms are available for pupils wishing to enroll in Sept. 2016. Please contact the school on 042 9660244 or e-mail: eastknockbridens@yahoo.com

Pilates:

Pilates continues in Trinity Hall Virginia Rd, Bailieboro on Tuesday evenings at 6.15pm and 7.30pm. Booking essential. Suitable for all fitness levels.  Please call Anne 087 2601454 for further details.

Bailieborough School of Music: Registration Evening:

The Bailieborough School of Music are holding their ‘Registration Evening’ on Monday, May 16^th in Bailieborough Community School from 7 to 8.30pm. New students are very welcome to come along and try out the various instruments. Further information is available from: www.bailieboroughschoolofmusic.com

RUN/WALK/JOG/CRAWL:

Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to run, walk, jog or crawl at Bailieborough Community Centre at 8pm.  Enjoy tea, biscuits and fruit afterwards.  All welcome.

Library:

Parent, Baby and Toddler group: Weekly meeting at Bailieborough Library.

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.

FAMILY FUNDAY!!!!!!!!!!!:

Bailieborough Shamrocks have a huge Family FUNDAY organised for Sunday 8th May 2016….

Some of the events planned for the day, include underage schools matches, egg and spoon races, sack races, underage parents matches and a FR TED SLOW FOOTBALL MATCH for OVER 5O’s with all players dressed as Fr Ted characters….. Fr Dougal, Mrs Doyle, Fr Jack etc!!!! Now that will be worth seeing….

So please everyone keep the date free and attend our FUNDAY. Lots for the young and old. There will also be a BBQ and Music to finish of the day. Look forward to welcoming everyone to Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA Grounds!!! See you there. Free admission and all are welcome.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for May and June 2016:

The following are the dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church for the Months of May and June -, Sunday May 8^th, Sunday May 22^nd, Sunday June 5^th and Sunday June 26^th –Baptisms will take place on Sundays at 12.30pm.

  East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 25th April 2016

Under 6/8/10;

Hopefully the first round of outdoor blitzes will take place over the coming weeks.

Hopefully this will be the last indoor week for Kingscourt group. Our Bailieborough/Shercock group will train again outdoors this week at the astro at the Vale. This week we will train all U6/8/10 together from 6.15-7.45.

Under 12;

There are a couple of postponed games to catch up on over the next few weeks.

Under 14;

The lads beat Monaghan Harps and were defeated by Castleblayney in the opening rounds of the Monaghan League.

Under 16/18;

New players are especially welcome. Equipment supplied while learning the game.

Celtic Challenge;

Wishing Rory, Jack, Kyle and Cian the very best of luck with the Cavan Celtic Challenge squad as they prepare for this new inter county competition.

Hurling training times and venues;

Under 6/8/10;

Kingscourt group;

Thursdays at Kingscourt Community Centre Under 6/8 from 6.45-7.45 and Under 10 from 6.45-8.15. €3 each please.

Bailieborough group U6/8/10;

Fridays – All U6/8/10 at the astro at the Vale, Bailieboro AFC 6.15-7.45.€3 each please.

Both sessions are open to anyone from the region to attend.

For all U8/10 information contact Willie Gaughan 086 – 164 9280

Under 12/14/16/18;

Training for all ages from Under 12 to Under 18 on Wednesday 7pm at Bailieborough GAA grounds St.Annes Park.

For all U12-U18 information contact Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371

Check out our social media;

https://www.facebook.com/eastcavangaelshurling/

https://twitter.com/ECG_GAA

Lourdes:

 The annual Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes takes place this year from 27^th May to 1^st June. Bookings should be made as soon as possible – because places are limited – through the Kilmore Pastoral Centre, Cullies, Cavan (St Patrick’s College) or

Tel 049 4375 004 – Office hours are 10.00 am to 1.00 pm Monday to Friday. Booking Forms are available by contacting the office. Anyone wishing to travel on the Assisted Pilgrim Section – staying in Accueil Notre Dame –  should contact Fr Kevin Fay, Upper Lavey, Ballyjamesduff Tel 049 433 0018 / 087 857 9968. Lourdes is a really special place as anyone who has ever visited will confirm.

Lavey 2 Lourdes:

A number of Cyclist’s are taking on the challenge to Cycle from Lavey to Lourdes on Sunday 15^th May and hope to be there when the Pilgrimage arrives. This is to raise funds for the Kilmore Pilgrimage – Assisted Pilgrim Section. If you would like to support this venture all contributions will be gratefully appreciated. Donations to Fr Kevin Fay.

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.

The Samaritans:

The Samaritans have a new Freephone number: 116 123 for people who are struggling to cope. The line is open and free 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.

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 14^th 2016.  Matthew J. Cullen.

Cavan Birdwatch:

The Annual General Meeting of ‘Cavan Birdwatch’ will be held on Thursday, 21st April in the Bailieborough Business Centre.

The meeting will commence at 7 p.m. and will be followed by a talk at 8 p.m.  by Olivia Crowe from Birdwatch Ireland entitled, ‘Tracking the fortunes of our Greenland White-fronted Goose’. This is a free event and all are welcome—especially new members.

Phone 087 7735487 or email cavanbirdwatching@gmail.com for more information.

Parent and Toddler Group:

Bexcourt Parent and Toddler Group continues in the Bexcourt Centre from 10.00am to 12 noon on every Wednesday morning. Meet other parents, compare notes and organise activities and events. For further details, please contact 042 9694825 or just come along and drop into the Centre.

BAILIEBOROUGH SHAMROCK’S LADIES

are holding ‘Registration Nights’ for all players both underage and senior not yet registered for 2016 on Friday 15^th  and 22^nd  April from 7.30-9pm in the Club Rooms, St. Anne’s Park.  All those players wishing to play for the 2016 season must be registered by the latest 22^nd  April.

Forthcoming Lecture:

Cumann Seanchais Bhreifne Lecture entitled ‘Victoria Cross Recipients from County Cavan’ by Leslie McKeague at Library on Tuesday, April 19^th at 8pm. All welcome. Free event.

CONFIRMATION

: The sacrament of Confirmation will be administered in the parish by Bishop Leo O’Reilly on Saturday, 23^rd April in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, at 12 noon.

Bailieboro Vintage Car and Tractor Run:

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the ‘Bailieboro Vintage Car and Tractor Run’—due to be held on Monday the 2nd of May, has been cancelled. It is hoped that the event will be held in the near future.

CAVAN INSTITUTE OPEN DAYS

15^th and 16^th April (10-4pm and12 noon-4pm respectively).  Information on over 80 full time courses starting September 2016 available.

Relaghabeg Fundraising Committee:

Come and Test your Knowledge while helping to raise funds for the general service and maintenance of the Relaghbeg Defibrillator. The Defibrillator is for the use of the community hopefully it won’t need to be used but it is peace of mind knowing that it is there and is in proper working order if needed. We are holding a Table Quiz on Friday, April 15^th at 9.00pm in Smyth’s Bar, Relaghbeg to raise funds to help keep the servicing of this life saving equipment up to date. A Table of four persons costs €40. Plenty of spot prizes on the night. It Promises to be a fun night for all. Please come and support.

Breifne Historical Societies:

talk entitled ‘Victoria Cross Recipients from County Cavan‘ will take place on Tuesday April 19th in Bailieborough Library at 8pm.. This talk is based on an essay in the 2015 journal of Cumann Seanchais Bhreifne. Initially the date was set for April 14th but due to a clash with the launch of the 1916 exhibition at Cavan County Museum the date was changed to April 19th

Bailieboro Celtic AFC:

We are delighted to be hosting an FAI Summer Soccer Schools Camp again this year for boys and girls aged between 6 and 14 years of age. This year’s camp runs from Monday 4th July till Friday 8th July between 10.30 am and 3.00 pm. Prices remain the same as last year at €65 per child with family discounts and each child receives a full kit (jersey, shorts and socks) backpack and ball. For more information or booking log on towww.summersoccerschools.ie or Call 1890 653 653.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes:

If you’re interested in the Parish Summer outing to St Patrick’s Church, Greystones and The National Garden Exhibition Centre in Kilquade on May 1, get in touch with Valerie\Damien (Mullagh) Donald Howell (Knockbride) Victor Scott (Shercock) Russell Waller\John Anderson (Bailieborough) as soon as possible.

Coach cost – €10 per person (assuming over 50 people)
Lunch cost €19.95 ( 2 courses).
Deposit €10. Bus leaves Tesco Bailieborough at 8am and the hotel in Mullagh at 8:20.

Library:

Education Guidance for all adults at the Library at 3pm on first Tuesday of each month. Free service run by ETB. Information on courses available, funding and grants.

Bailieborough Agricultural Show: The Show committee are running a bus to the forthcoming Balmoral Show and if you are interested in going, please contact any committee member.

Knockbride Ladies GAA’ Fun Run’:

Knockbride Ladies GAA are holding a fundraising ‘Fun Run’ on Sunday next, April 17^th. Registration takes place at 11.45am, at the Knockbride GAA pitch with the Run/Walk commencing at 12.30pm. Run for fun—Race for place, all welcome, tell your friends and bring your family!! Two distances, 5km and 10km.

FIT 2 GO Fitness Classes:

A full range of fitness classes’ available running on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6.15pm in Bailieborough Arts and Cultural Centre, Shercock Road. Contact; Berenice (086-3636206) for further details.

Training at Bailieborough Business Centre: April 26^th:

Computers for Beginners – Learn everything from ‘Where is the On Button to On-line payments. Call 042-969-4716.

Pilates:

Pilates continues in Trinity Hall Virginia Rd, Bailieboro on Tuesday evenings at 6.15pm and 7.30pm. Booking essential. Suitable for all fitness levels.  Please call Anne 087 2601454 for further details..

RUN/WALK/JOG/CRAWL

: Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to run, walk, jog or crawl at Bailieborough Community Centre at 8pm.  Enjoy tea, biscuits and fruit afterwards.  All welcome.

Library:

Parent, Baby and Toddler group: Weekly meeting at Bailieborough Library.

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 Walking Festival:

As part of the programme for the Cavan Walking Festival, a walk will be held in Bailieborough.

The ‘Bailieborough Forest Walk’ will take place on Saturday 30th of April.

Participants please meet at the Bailieborough Business Centre at11am. The duration of the walk will be approx.1 1/2 hours and the distance is 8 km.

Contact the Department of Community and Enterprise for further details: 049 437 8582. All welcome.  

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for April, May and June 2016:

The following are the dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church for the Months of April, May and June – Sunday April 17^th,  Sunday April 24^th, Sunday May 8^th, Sunday May 22^nd, Sunday June 5^th and Sunday June 26^th –Baptisms will take place on Sundays at 12.30pm.

Lourdes:

The annual Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes takes place this year from 27^th May to 1^st June. Bookings should be made as soon as possible – because places are limited – through the Kilmore Pastoral Centre, Cullies, Cavan (St Patrick’s College) or

Tel 049 4375 004 – Office hours are 10.00 am to 1.00 pm Monday to Friday. Booking Forms are available by contacting the office. Anyone wishing to travel on the Assisted Pilgrim Section – staying in Accueil Notre Dame –  should contact Fr Kevin Fay, Upper Lavey, Ballyjamesduff Tel 049 433 0018 / 087 857 9968. Lourdes is a really special place as anyone who has ever visited will confirm.

Lavey 2 Lourdes:

A number of Cyclist’s are taking on the challenge to Cycle from Lavey to Lourdes on Sunday 15^th May and hope to be there when the Pilgrimage arrives. This is to raise funds for the Kilmore Pilgrimage – Assisted Pilgrim Section. If you would like to support this venture all contributions will be gratefully appreciated. Donations to Fr Kevin Fay.

  East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 11th April 2016

Under 6/8/10; Training continues indoors in Kingscourt and Bailieborough as the weather and pitch conditions remain unsuitable for moving outdoors yet. The Under 10s will play a challenge v Carrick on Wednesday next at the astro, Bailieboro Celtic AFC, at the Vale from 6-7. Players to meet from 5.45pm.

Above; Kingscourt U6/8s on left and Bailieborough/Shercock U6/8s on right.

Above; Kingscourt U10s, left, and Bailieborough/Shercock U10s on right.

Under 12; Unfortunately Wednesdays game v Annalee was postponed. This coming Wednesday we play St. Felim’s in the Spring League.

Under 14; A huge congratulations to our U14 squad who qualified for National Feilé na nGael which this year will be in “The home of hurling” Tipperary after reaching the Cavan Feilé final v Cootehill on the 3G at Breffni on Saturday last. Both sides will now represent Cavan hurling on the 17th-19th June. Well done to the players and management of Kathryn, Maurice, Sharon and Brendan.

This coming week we play Castleblayney in the Monaghan league on Wednesday tbc.

Above; The under 14 squad who qualified for National Feilé.

Under 16/18; New players are especially welcome. Equipment supplied while learning the game.

You must be registered with East Cavan Gaels GAA Hurling Club to play hurling with East Cavan Gaels. Forms available at training.

Hurling training times and venues; Under 6/8/10; Kingscourt group;

Thursdays at Kingscourt Community Centre Under 6/8 from 6.45-7.45 and Under 10 from 6.45-8.15. €3 each please.

Bailieborough group U6/8/10; Fridays – Under 6/8 from 6-7pm. Under 10 from 7-8pm in Bailieboro Community School Sports Hall. €3 each please.

Both sessions are open to anyone from the region to attend.

For all U8/10 information contact Willie Gaughan 087 164 9280.

Under 12/14/16/18; Matches this week so keep an eye out for text.

Training for all ages from Under 12 to Under 18 on Wednesday 7pm at Bailieborough GAA grounds St.Annes Park unless there is a game.

For all U12-U18 information contact Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.

Check out our social media;

https://www.facebook.com/eastcavangaelshurling/

https://twitter.com/ECG_GAA

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.

The Samaritans:

The Samaritans have a new Freephone number: 116 123 for people who are struggling to cope. The line is open and free 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.

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 1st  2016.  Matthew J. Cullen.

HOLY WEEK AND EASTER CEREMONIES:

Thank you to all those who assisted in preparing and celebrating the Holy Week and Easter liturgies in St. Anne’s Bailieborough, especially the Parish Pastoral Council and Liturgy subcommittee, the sacristan and caretaker, the choirs and their directors Thomas Hanley, Sean Reilly and Derek Eakins, the musicians, the Ministers of the Word, the Ministers of the Eucharist, the Apostolic Society, the altar servers and the parents and children of the First Communion classes who participated on Holy Thursday.

A special word of thanks to Marie Guckian, Geraldine O’Reilly, Mella Denning, Ciaran Purcell, Stephen Mulligan, Eugene Brady and Sean Reilly who gave their time to prepare the church, Rose Fitzpatrick and Sheila Clarke who organised the various ministers, those of you who attended in such large numbers and all who helped in any way.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest sympathy is extended to the family, relatives and friends of Liam Heery, Wilton, whose funeral took place on Thursday last and also to the family, relatives and friends of Rose Smyth nee Sheanon, formerly of Drumanespic, who died recently in Annacloy, Downpatrick, Co. Down.

Kids Craft Workshop:

PATCH (Nature’s Patch Network) Kids craft workshop with Janet McGuigan at Bailieborough Library on Friday next, April 1st from 2.30pm -4.30pm for children aged 5 to 11 years. Pom-pom chicks, butterflies, clay bird eggs and more. €3 per child. Family concessions.  Book at library or phone (042) 9665779.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes:

Thanks to all those who worked so hard to make the Easter weekend a special one in the Bailieborough Group of Parishes. There was a lovely reflective atmosphere in Shercock on Good Friday, and again in Mullagh on Saturday evening. An amazing breakfast made up for slightly icy hands at the Sunrise service in Knockbride. There were more foodie treats in the hall after a fun service in Bailieborough. Congrats to baby Jamie on his baptism. And it was all topped off with an amazing rainbow over Bailieborough on Sunday afternoon.

Leaving Cert. Oral Irish Workshop

at Library on Saturday next, April 2nd from 2.30pm-4.30pm. There are still a few places left. Give your oral Irish a boost for that all important exam. Qualified hons. Irish teacher. Ph. 042- 9665779

Parent and Toddler Group:

Bexcourt Parent and Toddler Group continues in the Bexcourt Centre from 10.00am to 12 noon on every Wednesday morning. Meet other parents, compare notes and organise activities and events. For further details, please contact 042 9694825 or just come along and drop into the Centre.

Fund Raising Event in aid of the Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage Fund:

Thank you so much to everybody on Saturday…all the cyclists, collectors, and helpers. Absolutely fantastic effort put in by everyone and the amount raised was an amazing 3000.00 euro. Thank you all again for your support and to Supervalu and Lorraine Harris.

Tunnyduff Parents Association:

Tunnyduff Parents Association present “The Sand Park” written and performed by Seamus O’Rourke, with support act, on Saturday 9^th April 2016 at 8.30 sharp, in Tunnyduff Hall. For tickets please contact Sophie Smith 087 6561724.

CAVAN INSTITUTE OPEN DAYS

  15^th and 16^th April (10-4pm and12 noon-4pm respectively).  Information on over 80 full time courses starting September 2016 available.

‘Bailie Bunny’ is revealed at Shamrocks Camogie Cake Sale!:

 So Kevin Smith—from Bailie Stores, is the ‘Bailie Bunny’!!!!!!! Congratulations to Paul McEvoy and Bailieborough Camogie Club on a brilliant fund raising idea. Huge credit to all the people involved. And great to see such big numbers turn out for the Cake Sale on Sunday morning. Thanks to everyone who supported this event and purchased tickets.

Library:

Education Guidance for all adults at the Library at 3pm on first Tuesday of each month. Free service run by ETB. Information on courses available, funding and grants.

Bailieborough Agricultural Show:

The Bailieborough Agricultural Show are holding a Table Quiz in Fox’s Bar and Restaurant, Main Street on Friday next, April 1^st commencing at 9.00pm. Lots of spot prizes on the night and all are most welcome to attend.

The Show committee are running a bus to the forthcoming Balmoral Show and if you are interested in going, please contact any committee member.

The ‘Smiley Reilly’ Memorial Run:

The ‘Smiley Reilly’ Memorial Run—in memory of Sean ‘Smiley’ O’Reilly—will take place on Sunday next, April 3^rd, 2016. The Run will commence from Tierworker Community Hall at 1.00pm. All Vintage Cars, Tractors and Bikes welcome. Registration will take place from 12 noon and the reg. fee is €20. Refreshments afterwards in Tierworker Community Hall. All welcome and the proceeds will go to local Cancer Charities. For more information, please contact: 087 763 1817.

THE MODEL SCHOOL:

Enrolment  for  new  junior infants for  the  new  school  year  September  2016 /2017  is  now  taking  place. Please contact the office on 042 9665689 or by email at: themodelbailieborough@gmail.com by Friday, April 8th 2016.

FIT 2 GO Fitness Classes:

A full range of fitness classes’ available running on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6.15pm in Bailieborough Arts and Cultural Centre, Shercock Road. Contact; Berenice (086-3636206) for further details.

Training at Bailieborough Business Centre:

April 6^th: Skills for Farmers – Some places still available. Call 042-969-4716. April 12^th: Get with IT – Information evening for Parents. Cost €5. Call 042-969-4716.

April 26^th: Computers for Beginners – Learn everything from ‘Where is the On Button to On-line payments. Call 042-969-4716.

: Information and Communications Technology – 40 Weeks QQI Level 4 Call: 049-433-1494 / 042-969-4716.

Pilates:

Pilates continues in Trinity Hall Virginia Rd, Bailieboro on Tuesday evenings at 6.15pm and 7.30pm. Booking essential. Suitable for all fitness levels.  Please call Anne 087 2601454 for further details..

RUN/WALK/JOG/CRAWL

: Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to run, walk, jog or crawl at Bailieborough Community Centre at 8pm.  Enjoy tea, biscuits and fruit afterwards.  All welcome.

Library:

Library Parent and Toddler Group every Wednesday 10.30am-12pm; 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.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for April, May and June 2016:

The following are the dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church for the Months of April, May and June – Sunday April 17^th,  Sunday April 24^th, Sunday May 8^th, Sunday May 22^nd, Sunday June 5^th and Sunday June 26^th –Baptisms will take place on Sundays at 12.30pm.

 East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 28th March 2016

Under 6/8/10; No training this week. Hurling/Camogie/Football/Rounders Camp from Easter Tuesday in Kingscourt (see poster below). We hope to get outside hurling in early April.

Under 12; Round 2 of the Spring League saw ECG host Castlerahan where we ran out winners in a good entertaining game in difficult weather conditions. The next round will be on Wednesday April 6th.

Under 14/16/18; outdoor training has now returned.

Training for all ages from Under 12 to Under 18 on Wednesday 7pm at Bailieborough GAA grounds St. Anne’s Park.

The clocks have now changed and we now have natural light for outdoor hurling at last, we are just waiting on the Spring to arrive as well!.

New players are especially welcome. Equipment supplied while learning the game.

You must be registered with East Cavan Gaels GAA Hurling Club to play hurling with East Cavan Gaels. Forms available at training.

For all U12-U18 information contact Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371

Hurling training times and venues; no U6/8/10 training until after the Easter break.

Under 12/14/16/18;

Training for all ages from Under 12 to Under 18 on Wednesday 7pm at Bailieborough GAA grounds St.Annes Park.

‘Mother Knows Best’:

Aughawillan Drama Troupe are proud to announce two extra night’s performance on the 8th and 9th of April at 8.30 pm in Aughawillan Hall, Co Leitrim.  “Mother Knows Best” by Jimmy Keary is a three act comedy which was performed to roars of laughter and due to public demand we are delighted to entertain you again.  There is no need to book and admission is €10.00.  Please turn up early to avoid disappointment.  Listen out for Aughawillan Drama in the community notices Shannon Side Northern Sound and like us on facebook at Aughawillan Drama.

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.

The Samaritans:

The Samaritans have a new Freephone number: 116 123 for people who are struggling to cope. The line is open and free 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.

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.