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.

Bailieborough News. March 3rd 2016. Matthew J. Cullen.

Congratulations:

Congratulations and well done to local councillor, Niamh Smyth T.D, who on Sunday last was elected to Dail Eireann to represent the Cavan/Monaghan constituency, on her first attempt. Despite being only added to the ticket at the last minute, Niamh and her team did Trojan work canvassing leading up to the election and it all paid off when she won the last seat in the constituency after a nail biting 10th count against outgoing local T.D., Joe O’Reilly. Niamh is the first ever female TD from Cavan to be elected to the Dail and all wish her well in her endeavours.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade:

The Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on Thursday, March 17th in Bailieborough will commence at 2.30pm—starting at the Community School on the Virginia Road. This year the parade will have ‘The 1916 Rising’ as its theme. There are prizes for the best 1916 themed Float and there are also prizes for the Best Dressed 1916 themed Window display. So come along and celebrate our National Holiday and enjoy the parade.

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER:

An Ecumenical Service of Prayer will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough with the theme ‘Receive Children, Receive Me’ on Friday next, March 4th, at 8pm. The service will include participation by members of the local Presbyterian and Church of Ireland communities. Martha Lievens, Principal of Bailieborough Community School, will be the keynote speaker. Music will be provided by St. Anne’s Choir and the Shercock Children’s choir. All welcome.

East Knockbride N.S.:

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

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 Garden Group:

Next meeting is on Monday 7th March at 8pm in Fox’s Bailieborough. Janet McGuigan will share her vast knowledge of gardening with us and will also have some plants and seedlings for sharing. New members very welcome.

Holy Hour:

The monthly ‘Holy Hour’—hosted by Direction for Our Times will take place on Thursday evening, March 3rd in St Anne’s Church, beginning at 8 p.m. This will be followed by the Sacrament of Reconciliation. All are welcome.

Strut(r) Fitness

Starts on Thursday 3rd March at 7pm in Trinity Hall, Bailieboro. Strut(r) is the newest dance fitness class sweeping the country with an easy to follow structure, so that everybody can do it and learn to dance in the process! With well-known music, this will get you moving and hooked immediately! For all info please contact 0872841850.

Round Table Quiz:

Bailieboro Shamrocks Gaa Underage Quiz on Saturday next 5th March at 9.30pm in The Square Bar.
This quiz is to raise funds for ALL juvenile players’, equipment and facilities. We would URGE ALL Parents and ALL sections of the club, Senior Men, Ladies Section and Camogie Section to support this night. These nights are always a great night’s craic and gives parents and mentors time to get to know each other better and promotes a social aspect to our GAA Club. Table of 4 persons is €40 and all are most welcome to attend.

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.

PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL:

Meeting will take place in the Parish Centre (Parochial House) on Tuesday next, 8th March at 8pm. All members are asked to attend.

“Learn to Jive”:

5 week course commencing on Friday 4th March at 8.30pm in Cormeen Sports Complex. No partner needed. Contact 086 192 8568 or 086 1763044 for further details.

Annual Knockbride Bazzar:

The Annual Knockbride Bazaar takes place in Tunnyduff Hall on Friday 4th March starting at 9 p.m. Good selection of prizes and everyone welcome.

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.

Annual Knockbride Variety Show:

The Knockbride Annual Variety Show will take place on Thursday 10th, Friday 11th and Saturday 12th March at 8.30pm in Tunnyduff Hall. An extravaganza of comedy, music, song and dance. A night not to be missed and all are most welcome to attend.

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.

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.

Oral Irish Workshop:

Oral Irish Workshop at the Library on Saturday, April 2nd from 2.30pm-5pm for Leaving Cert students. Places are limited at €5 per student. An essential boost for your oral Irish exam preparation. Phone 042 9665779 for further info.

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 March and April 2016:

The following are the dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church for the Months of March and April- Sunday 13th March, Sunday 20th March, Saturday 26th March Easter Vigil 9pm, Sunday April 17th and Sunday April 24th. –Please note that Baptisms will take place on Sundays at 12.30pm for the foreseeable future.

Irish Dance Classes:

Scoil Rince Ni Halla, Irish dance Classes every Thursday, in Bailieborough Community Hall. Beginners class 6-7pm. All welcome from ages 4+ (faoi rialacha Cumann Rince Naisiunta). For details call: 085-7712282.

Hurling News:

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 29th February 2016
Under 6/8/10; Indoor returned with a bang this week with great numbers enjoying the indoor season in Kingscourt and Bailieborough. Our next blitz is scheduled for possibly the 12th March in Carrick and this time we might bring our U6 squad for their first ever games. More info next week. New players continue to be welcome. Equipment supplied while you learn the game.
Hydration; We advise that all boys who play with us bring their own water bottle and have it filled with water only please. Juices/fizzy drinks are of no addition to you if you need to hydrate during training/games.

Under 12/14/16/18; RETURNS THIS WEEK!
Registration for all Under 12-Under 18 players as well as training will commence this coming Wednesday 2nd March in Bailieboro Community School Sports Hall from 7.30 sharp. Registration is just €15 for the year. You must be registered with East Cavan Gaels GAA Hurling Club to play hurling with East Cavan Gaels.
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; 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; Wednesday 7.30 in Bailieboro Community School Sports Hall. €2 each please.

Kayak Skills:

Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre will be running a Kayak Skills Camp on the 29th-31st March from 10am-2pm for 9-16 year olds. The camp will introduce paddlers to the basic kayak skills. Participants will be required to travel each day to and from the centre. The camp includes coaching, assessment and certificate which is carried out by our highly qualified and experienced instructors. Contact Philomena to book your place 049-5552988.

Aughawillan Drama: Breaking News:

Don’t be disappointed if you weren’t able to get to see the show “Mother Knows Best”, we have great pleasure in announcing that the decision has just been made to run the play for some extra nights. This is due to the huge demand and popularity we have seen for the past few nights. We apologise to anyone who travelled to see us and couldn’t get in we hope you will come again. Dates have yet to be announced but keep an eye on your local notes and like us on Aughawillan Drama Facebook for update. Also listen out to Shannon Side Northern Sound.

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.

Genealogy Night:

Bailieborough Heritage Society will hold a Genealogy Night in Bailieborough Business Centre on Thursday next, 25th February at 8pm. Carmel O’Callaghan will share her vast knowledge on the subject, so come along and learn how to research your family tree, what sources are available and how to overcome obstacles that you may encounter along the way. All welcome.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to the families, relatives and friends of Colm Clarke (late of Main St.) and son of Francis and Sheila Clarke, Virginia Road on the sudden death of Colm’s wife, Gemma Carcaterra, Killaloe, Co. Clare on Thursday last and whose funeral took place on Monday, to the families, relatives and friends of Mrs. Mary Smith, Kells Road whose funeral took place on Sunday, to the families, relatives and friends of Mrs. Betty Gilsenan, Woodview, whose sister, Nell McKennedy, Essex, England died recently, to the relatives, families and friends of Bobby O’Callaghan, The Mews, Virginia Road, on the death of his mother, Sheila O’Callaghan, Birr, Co. Offaly, and the families, relatives and friends of Pat Tierney, brother of Pauline McEvoy, Barrack St., who died last week.

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER:

An Ecumenical Service of Prayer will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough with the theme ‘Receive Children, Receive Me’ on Friday, March 4th, at 8pm. The service will include participation by members of the local Presbyterian and Church of Ireland communities. Martha Lievens, Principal of Bailieborough Community School, will be the keynote speaker. Music will be provided by St. Anne’s Choir and the Shercock Children’s choir. All welcome.

Knockbride Heritage Group:

Minister Heather Humphreys T.D. will unveil the Knockbride Historical Map and Corleck Head Sign at Corleck/Drumeague crossroads, Bailieborough on Thursday, 18th February 2016 at 2pm. Refreshments afterwards in Knockbride Church of Ireland Hall. Everyone most welcome. A Project by Knockbride Heritage Group. (Location: 5 km from Bailieborough Creamery/Bailie Foods on the L3515).

ST. VINCENT DePaul CONFERENCE:

BAILIEBOROUGH wish to express appreciation to the parishioners of Bailieborough, Shercock, Killann, Knockbride and Tierworker Churches for their generous contributions to the Annual Christmas Appeal. Your generosity at Christmas and throughout the year enabled the Conference to respond to the many requests received for assistance from those in need in our communities. Good wishes to all for 2016.

East Knockbride N.S.: Enrolment Forms are available for pupils wishing to enrol in September 2016. Please contact school on 042 9660244 or e-mail : eastknockbridens@yahoo.com

Well Done:

Well done to Leanne Kiernan who fired in a late goal to help the Republic of Ireland Women’s Under 17s draw 1-1 with Poland in a friendly in Warsaw, in preparation for the side’s three Elite Phase qualifiers in March. Also, well done to the Bailieboro Celtic Senior side who defeated Dunshaughlin Youths by 10—0 in their game at the Vale Grounds on Sunday last.

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.

Services and Events at the Bailieborough Group of Parishes:
Thursday 18 February: Bible Study 8:30-9:30pm at the Rectory.
Friday 19 February: Focus Youth Group 8:30-10pm.
Sunday 21 February: Mullagh 9:30am – All-Age Service, Shercock 9:30am – Morning Prayer, Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer and Knockbride 12noon – All-Age Service.
Thursday 25 February: Bible Study 8:30-9:30pm at the Rectory.
Sunday 28 February: Mullagh 9:30am – Morning Prayer, Shercock 9:30am – All-Age Service, Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service and Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

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.

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.

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.

Oral Irish Workshop:

Oral Irish Workshop at the Library on Saturday, April 2nd from 2.30pm-5pm for Leaving Cert students. Places are limited at €5 per student. An essential boost for your oral Irish exam preparation. Phone 042 9665779 for further info.

Keep Fit and Learn Self-Defence:

New ‘Shinken-Do’ Martial Arts classes taking place at the Wesleyan Chapel on Wednesday evenings at 8.00pm. These are practical self-defence classes 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. Classes are open to both male and female.
First class is free to all beginners and it has an age limit of over 14 year olds.
For further information you can call David on 0863398325.

Skills for Farmers:

Free Classes for farmers at Bailieborough Business Centre – 1 evening per week for 8-14 weeks. Learn E-mail, Online Herd Registration, Farm Record Keeping and Communications. Classes run from 7 in the evening, small class sizes, friendly atmosphere, ample parking. Call 042-969-4716 or 087-929-3531 for more details and to book your place.

Web Design Classes:

Web Design Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre starting Tuesday and Thursday Afternoons at Bailieborough Business Centre. QQI Level 4. Call 042-969-4716 for more details.

Computers for Improvers:

If you have taken a beginners class and want to learn more. Offering QQI Level 3, all work is class based, all assignments done in class, one morning per week for 14 weeks. Call 042-969-4716 for more details.

Health and Safety Awareness :

This is a great course which will cover basic Health and Safety in the workplace and will also cover defibrillators, first aid and basic fire safety training. All for Free. One evening per week. Call 042-969-4716 / 087-972-1103 for more details.

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.

Computers for Beginners:

Computers for Beginners at Bailieborough Business Centre. Would you like to be able to surf the internet, shop on-line, pay bills on-line, learn some basic computer skills. Don’t get left behind in 2016. Call 042-969-4716 and we will be get you up and running. Course is 2 hours once a week for 4 weeks €10. Come along, bring a friend enjoy the friendly relaxed atmosphere of the class and the centre.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for February and March 2016:

The following are the dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church for the Month of February and March- Sunday 28th February (Fr. Michael), Sunday 13th March (Fr. Michael), Sunday 20th March (Fr. Michael), Saturday 26th March Easter Vigil 9pm (Fr. Michael) –Please note that Baptisms will take place on Sundays at 12.30pm for the foreseeable future.

Irish Dance Classes:

Scoil Rince Ni Halla, Irish dance Classes every Thursday, in Bailieborough Community Hall. Beginners class 6-7pm. All welcome from ages 4+ (faoi rialacha Cumann Rince Naisiunta). For details call: 085-7712282.

Hurling News:

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 15th February 2016
Under 6/8/10; Good work continues at training in both Kingscourt and Bailieborough. We had our first U8/10 blitz of the year away to our friends in Carrick on Saturday last where the boys did really well. Lots more of these blitzes to come.

Under 13; The Under 13 finals night, was played on Monday last on the 3G in Breffni Park in very cold conditions. Our first team did well and our second team did really well reaching the Shield Final, a great achievement for them as a lot of this squad was made up from our junior boys aged 11 upwards and was their first taste of real hurling after moving up from U10.
The Under 12 Spring league is next up in Feb/March.

Under 14/16/18; Training plans are being finalised and training will resume in the next few weeks. All players will receive a text.

Community School football; Commiserations to the Bailieboro Community School boys who put up a great fight in the replay but ultimately were defeated.
Hurling training times and venues;
NO TRAINING THIS COMING WEEK. 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; 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; Training will return in the next few weeks. All players will receive a text.

Tullyvin Musical Society:

We take to the stage for our first ever shows on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th February at 8pm in Tullyvin Community Centre. With performances from talented locals, “Celebrating Musical Theatre” promises to be a fun night of all your favourite show tunes and not to be missed! Tickets €10 at the door. Find us on Facebook for more updates.

Kayak Skills Camp:

Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre will be running a Kayak Skills Camp on the 29th-31st March from 10am-2pm for 9-16 year olds. The camp will introduce paddlers to the basic kayak skills. Participants will be required to travel each day to and from the centre. The camp includes coaching, assessment and certificate which is carried out by our highly qualified and experienced instructors. Contact Philomena to book your place 049-5552988.

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. February 4th  2016.  Matthew J. Cullen.

Rev. Damien Kivlehan R.I.P

It was with great sadness that the parish received the news of the death of Deacon Damien Kivlehan on Tuesday morning last. Damien was ordained a deacon on the 5^th of October, 2014 and took up his appointment here in this parish the following month. Ill health, unfortunately, limited Damien’s involvement during the ensuing fourteen months but he assisted at weekend Masses in St. Anne’s and ministered to the residents of Fairlawns Nursing Home. His work here enabled us to add an extra slot for Baptisms on Saturday afternoons, he also attended and contributed to the Baptismal preparation meetings in recent months and always made sure to be present for Pastoral Council meetings. His friendly and warm personality will be sadly missed among us.

Damien was born in 1953 in Strandhill, Co. Sligo and he spent most of his working life in the Navy and the Army. He was involved in many local organisations in Cootehill, where he lived, and was a Town Councillor there serving as Lord Mayor in 2012. As a parish we extend our deepest sympathies to his wife Margaret, his daughters Connie, Carrie and Norrie, his sons Richard, Damian, Adrian, Keith and Garth, his mother Norrie, his brothers and sisters and to all his extended family and friends. May he rest in peace.

St. Anne’s Church Carpark:

The new markings clearly indicate a one way system, no parking areas and also disabled parking bays. Please observe these markings especially when attending church services. Household rubbish has, unfortunately, been dumped in the hedges around the carpark over the past few weeks. Those responsible are asked to stop this illegal practice immediately.

BAILIEBOROUGH MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION:

Annual Round Table Quiz in the Bailie Hotel Ballroom on Friday evening next, 5^th February at 8pm sharp.  Teams of four €40.  Special ‘early bird’ round for extra points if you arrive on time!! All welcome.

PIONEER MASS:

Next Friday evenings Mass (February 5^th) at 7pm will include the presentation of silver and gold pins to those who have 25 and 50 years of membership of the Pioneers respectively and the presentation of Fr. Cullen Medals to those to those who have 60 years membership. Through this presentation we honour those who continue to provide tremendous example through their abstinence from alcohol.

Leisure Centre News: Membership Special:

2 month Pool and Gym membership €80.00.

Easter intensive Swimming Lessons, now booking.  Week beginning March 28^th. All levels catered for. One hour, 5 days, €65.00.

€30 for 30 days membership pool or gym membership still available.

Adult Swimming Lessons, Monday at 11am, Wednesday at 8pm, mixed ability class.

Swim Fitness/ Tri Train Class with Janis, Monday and Tuesday nights. Improve your Swimming Technique and fitness.

Pilates: Wednesday am at 10.00, Step Aerobics Wednesday night, call for more details 042 9666644.

Check us out on www.bailieboroughleisurecentre.com  or find us on facebook for regular updates.

Bailieborough Agricultural Show:

The Annual General Meeting of Bailieborough Agricultural Show is to be held in the Hotel Bailie this Thursday (4th February) at 9pm. All new members welcome to attend.

St. Brigid’s N.S. Tunnyduff:

St. Brigid’s National School, Tunnyduff is currently inviting applications for enrolment for the 2016-2017 school year.  Forms are available from the school by phoning 042-9660368 or emailing tunnyduff@hotmail.com. Completed forms to be returned to school by Friday, 12^th February 2016.

HOLY HOUR:

The Monthly Holy Hour hosted by Direction for Our Times will take place on Thursday evening—February 4^th, in St. Anne’s Church beginning at 8pm. All welcome.

LAKELANDS ARCH CLUB:

Social Club for young adults with disabilities in the Cavan Region – Child Protection/Vulnerable Adult Training in the Bailie Hotel on Friday 12^th February at 8pm.  This training is important for all signed up volunteers of the club and those wishing to become a volunteer.  The club would appreciate if all volunteers could attend.  Information will also be given on the night re start-up of the club.  For more information please email: lakelandsarchclub@eircom.net  

JOSEPH’S YOUNG PRIESTS SOCIETY:

Meeting on Wednesday, 3^rd February in the Prayer Room at 7.30pm.  New members welcome.

Congratulations Leanne:

Shelbourne Ladies FC are delighted to announce the signing of Leanne Kiernan to the National League side from their under 18’s. Bailieborough native Leanne Kiernan (daughter of John and Ita and pupil at Bailieborough Community School) has featured for Bailieboro Celtic, Kingscourt Harps, the Ulster Schools and has represented Cavan at G.A.A. underage level.

Leanne is currently an under 17 Irish International—who hopefully will be playing in the U.E.F.A. Under 17 Elite qualifying Round which takes place in France from March 19^th to 24^th.  She will wear the number 19 shirt for Shelbourne seniors.

Leanne is an exciting young player with a promising future and Shelbourne are delighted to have her on board with their Women’s National League side.

Pancake Coffee Morning:

Cara Pharmacy are hosting their annual Pancake Tuesday tea /coffee Morning next Tuesday, February 9th, all proceeds in aid of Bailieborough Cancer Fund. 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.

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.

Computers for Beginners – Computers for Beginners at Bailieborough Business Centre.

Would you like to be able to surf the internet, shop on-line, pay bills on-line, learn some basic computer skills. Don’t get left behind in 2016. Call 042-969-4716 and we will be get you up and running. Course is 2 hours once a week for 4 weeks €10. Come along, bring a friend enjoy the friendly relaxed atmosphere of the class and the centre.

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.

Skills for Farmers

 Free Classes for farmers at Bailieborough Business Centre – 1 evening per week for 8-14 weeks. Learn E-mail, Online Herd Registration, Farm Record Keeping and Communications. Classes run from 7 in the evening, small class sizes, friendly atmosphere, ample parking. Call 042-969-4716 or 087-929-3531 for more details and to book your place.

Bailieborough Shamrocks Under 6’s:

The Bailieborough Shamrocks Under 6’s train each Saturday morning in the sports complex beside Bailieborough Community School. It’s from 11am to 12 Midday. Anyone wishing to attend just needs runners and a tracksuit each week along with €2. All new members welcome. Frank Cooney’s mobile number is 087 2224887. Parents if you send your contact details to Frank he will include you on the weekly text informing you about training.

Web Design Classes:

Web Design Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre starting Tuesday and Thursday Afternoons at Bailieborough Business Centre. QQI Level 4. Call 042-969-4716 for more details.

Walk, Jog Or Run….

Exercising Is FUN! Every Monday and Wednesday evenings at 8pm join us at Bailieborough Community Centre! All welcome—no matter what your fitness levels are!.

Computers for Improvers

If you have taken a beginners class and want to learn more. Offering QQI Level 3, all work is class based, all assignments done in class, one morning per week for 14 weeks. Call 042-969-4716 for more details.

Oral Irish Workshop:

Oral Irish Workshop at the Library on Saturday, April 2^nd from 2.30pm-5pm for Leaving Cert students. Places are limited at €5 per student. An essential boost for your oral Irish exam preparation. Phone 042 9665779 for further info.

Health and Safety Awareness

– This is a great course which will cover basic Health and Safety in the workplace and will also cover defibrillators, first aid and basic fire safety training.  All for Free. One evening per week. Call 042-969-4716 / 087-972-1103 for more details.

Keep Fit and Learn Self-Defence:

New ‘Shinken-Do’ Martial Arts classes taking place at the Wesleyan Chapel on Wednesday evenings at 8.00pm. These are practical self-defence classes 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. Classes are open to both male and female.
First class is free to all beginners and it has an age limit of over 14 year olds.
For further information you can call David on 0863398325.

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 February 2016:

The following are the dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church for the Month of February and March- Sunday 14^th February (Fr. Michael), Sunday 28^th February (Fr. Michael), Sunday 13^th March (Fr. Michael), Sunday 20^th March (Fr. Michael), Saturday 26^th March Easter Vigil 9pm (Fr. Michael) –Please note that Baptisms will take place on Sundays at 12.30pm for the foreseeable future.

Irish Dance Classes:

Scoil Rince Ni Halla, Irish dance Classes every Thursday, in Bailieborough Community Hall. Beginners class 6-7pm. All welcome from ages 4+ (faoi rialacha Cumann Rince Naisiunta). For details call: 085-7712282.

‘Learn to Dance’:

Learn to Dance classes in Cross Hall, Mullagh on Friday nights from 9pm-11pm. Tuition in Waltz, Quickstep, Foxtrot and Jive. Light refreshments served. For more information please contact 086 0702026.

Tullyvin Musical Society:

We take to the stage for our first ever shows on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th February at 8pm in Tullyvin Community Centre. With performances from talented locals, “Celebrating Musical Theatre” promises to be a fun night of all your favourite show tunes and not to be missed! Tickets €10 at the door. Find us on Facebook for more updates.

‘Mother Knows Best’:

Aughawillan Drama Troupe is proud to present “Mother Knows Best” a comedy by Jimmy Keary and directed by Brian Dolan in Aughawillan Hall. The smash hit three act comedy will be on for four nights 11th, 12th, 13th and 14th of February 2016 commencing at 8.30 sharp. There is no need to book and admission is €10.00. Please come early to avoid disappointment.  Like us on facebook: Aughawillan drama.

SENIOR HELP LINE:

  Do you need someone to talk to?  Senior Help Line is a confidential listening service for older people provided by trained older volunteers for the price of a local call anywhere in Ireland.  LoCall 1850 440 444.  Senior Help Line is open every day of the year, from 10am to 10pm.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 1st February 2016

Registration nights;

We had a great response to both registration nights in Kingscourt and Bailieborough this past week with lots of new players wishing to play the game of hurling with us. Do not worry if you missed it, you can register at any of our training sessions. €15 for the year.

All players MUST be registered with ECG HC to play with us.

Above; Kingscourt Thursday night U6/8

Above; Bailieborough Friday night U6/8

Minor; Commiserations to our minor squad who were defeated by a far more experienced Cootehill side in the 2015 Minor Championship Final played this past Saturday on the 3G at Breffni Park. We will return with a bigger and more experienced side for 2016!

Community School football;

The journey continues for Bailieboro CS as they have progressed into the knockout stages of the Ulster Schools competition. Well done to all involved and especially to our own ECG HC contingent. Keep up the good work.

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;

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;

Training will return at the end of the month. All players will receive a text.

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.