Well Done Leanne:

Congratulations and well done to local girl, Leanne Kiernan on winning the Senior Women’s Player of the Year Award at the 29^th ‘Three’ FAI International Awards on Sunday night last. The awards were held in the R.T.E. Studios and were televised live on R.T.E. Well done Leanne on winning this terrific award and onward and upward for the rest of 2019!

Confirmation:

 On a cold, blustery, March Saturday morning, the Sacrament of Confirmation was administered in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough by Fr. Kevin Donohue P.P. V.F. Ballyjamesduff, who was the principal celebrant. Congratulations to the 84 young people from the parish who received the Sacrament. The following are the students who received the Sacrament: St. Anne’s National School, Bailieborough: Emilija Auskalnyte, Amelia Binello-Whelehan, Nathan Byrne, Josh Carolan, Klara Carolan, Natasha Carolan, Nicole Carolan, Alexis Clarke, Sarah Cullen, Louisa Farrell, Peggy Flanagan, Laura Foran, Jade Gaffney, Jill Martha Giles, Sean Hewitt, Kristina Jokubauskyte, Keane Keating, Darragh Kennedy, Kate Kierans, Michael McDonagh, Rio Murray, Oisin O’Shaughnessy, Aela O’Sullivan, Filip Papic Pesec, Hannah Reel, Craig Reilly, Tina Ruske, Luke Shevlin, Ryan Smith, Jessy Williams and Thomas White.

St. Felim’s National School, The Vale:

 Katlyn Brady, Wayne Brown, Chloe Cahill, Miah Kate Carroll, Ava Clarke, Caoimhe Clarke, Ella Kate Clarke, Ryan Coleman, Alanna Cooney, Sarah Corcoran, Nathan Dunne, Oisin Fox, Connor Gaffney, Grace Gormley, Rian Kearney, Darragh Keegan, Molly Keegan, Cora Kelly, Conor McIntyre, Conor Monaghan, Aoibheann Mulligan, Josh O’Neill, Ruby Parsons, Orlaith Redmond, Katie Mai Reilly and Shannon Smith.

St. Patrick’s National School, Shercock:

Jenna Boylan, Lucas Burns, Oisin Byrne, Ava Campbell, Billie Jean Cespedes, Aaron Clarke, Shauna Clarke, Fayth Daly, Arnas Dadura, Beth Dickson, Noah Fidgeon, Lily Foster, Roman Hrushchak, John Lambe, Zach Lynch, Abbie McCabe, Laura McCaul, Blathnaid McCaul, Sophia McEvoy, Andrew Murray, Lee Murray, Rebecca O’Reilly (Darkley), Rebecca O’Reilly (Tullybrick), Jane Ruxton and Blanaid Smith. Adult: Lukasz Bobatow.

Bailieborough Heritage Society 

is hosting a talk by Aogán Ó Fearghaíl, (Ex-President of the GAA) on Gaelic Sunday, the GAA 1918 Rebellion, when 100,000 GAA players faced down the British Empire. The talk will take place in the Bailieborough Development Association Centre, Shercock Road, Bailieborough on Tuesday next, 26^th March at 8.00 pm.  All welcome, refreshments served.

Singers Needed:

The Folk Choir, who usually sing at the 7.00pm Vigil Mass on Saturday evenings, are looking for new members to boost their numbers. If you would like to join, you can either go up to the Gallery before Mass on Saturday evenings, to give your contact details to Choir Director, Sean O’Reilly or you can send a text message to 087 4407990.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade:

 On Sunday afternoon last, the 18^th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade took place in the town. The organisers were lucky this year in that, the Parade started and finished in between the showers and the sun shone for most of it. The Parade proved to be an enjoyable event for young and old.  Mr. P.J. Barry—MC for the event—kept the attendance amused and informed about the various participants in the Parade. Two marching bands took part in the parade—the Aughnamullen Pipe Band and St. Mary’s Brass and Reed Band, Kingscourt. Local businesses, sporting clubs, organisations and charities were well represented, with some organisations making a very welcome return to the parade.

The Prize-winners on the day were, Best Float—Kingscourt Play Centre, Best Window ‘Clarke’s Hardware’, Best Comedy Float: Bailieborough Creative Hub and Best Club, Bailieborough Shamrocks.

Thank you all to everyone who bought tickets for the raffle. The winners are.

1st Prize: Emma Shelvin (Weekend in Westport).

2nd Prize:  Stacey Comiskey (Westlife tickets).

3rd: Glenn Argue (Rod Stewart tickets).

4^th:  Alannah Maguire (Smart TV).

One for all voucher:  Tommy McCabe.

Lisa Regan and Kathleen Gormley  won a gift voucher for the Bailie Hotel.

THANK YOU to all the volunteers, entrepreneurs, voluntary and community groups, local businesses and anyone who helped out in this year’s Parade, without your help and enthusiasm, there would be no Parade! and despite the weather and other events taking place, you all made it a very enjoyable event.

Bailieborough School of Music:

 Lotto results for16-03-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 13, 15, 29, 30.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Seán and Damien, Galbolie; Áine Liggan; Amelia O’Brien; Damien Clarke. Next week’s Jackpot €3,400.

Knockbride Annual Variety show:

 The Annual Knockbride Variety Show will take place on Thursday 28^th, Friday 29^th and Saturday 30^th March 2019 in Tunnyduff Hall, Bailieborough.

Doors open at 8.00 with the show starting at 8.30pm.

A fun filled night of comedy, song, music and dance. All welcome.

First Confession:

 First Confession for the children in 2^nd class in St. Anne’s National School will take place in St. Anne’s Church on Tuesday, March 26^th, at 7.30pm.

Bailieborough Men’s Shed:

 You will find them at the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough from Monday to Thursday (10 – 2), come and join them for a cup of tea and a chat and see what they are working on!

First Aid and CPR Training:

 3 Hour Parent First Aid and CPR Training in Bailie Hotel, Tuesday 26th March from 7.00 – 10pm, €50. Call or text Daniel Mahon to book 087-6759493. Booking is essential.

Deepest Sympathy:

 Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Rose, children Brian, Martin and Ann, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and extended family and friends on the death of Tom McGuinness, Corlurgan, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital on Monday, March 11^th, 2019. Tom’s Funeral Mass took place on Thursday, March 14^th in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery.

Bailieborough Social Day Group:

The next social afternoon for the Bailieborough Social Day Group will take place on Wednesday, March 20^th in the Community Centre from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. New members are always welcome.

First Aid Responders Course:

 First Aid Responder Course takes place from Monday, March 25^th for three Mondays thereafter from 9am to 4pm at the Bailieborough Business Centre. Call 042-9694716 or 087-619 0040 for further information.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort:

‘Quiz Night’: Bailieborough Cancer Comfort are holding a ‘Quiz Night’ in Fox’s Bar and Lounge, Main Street, on Friday, March 22^nd. ‘Early Bird’ round commences at 9.00pm, sharp. Entry fee is €40 per table of four. Great prizes on the night and your support would be greatly appreciated.

Bailieborough Creative Hub:

Bailieborough Creative Hub meeting at 6.30pm on Tuesday evening next, 26^th March in Bailieborough Library, Market Sq. New members welcome. Think It! Create It! Share It!

Security Guarding and Door Security Course:

 Bailieborough Business Centre Security Guarding and Door Security QQI Level 4. Duration 5 days over 3 weeks. Call 042-9694716 or 087 619 0040  for further information.

‘Adult Irish Dance and Ceilí Classes’:

Adult Irish dance classes will take place in Tierworker Hall at 5:00pm every Wednesday evening. For more information please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.

Registration Night:

 ‘Darkness into Light’ Bailieborough, will be holding a registration evening on Friday 29^th  March, in The Lemon Tree, on Barrack St. Bailieborough, between 6.00 and 9.00pm. The event will be taking place on Saturday 11^th May 2019. Early Bird registration rates are: Adult 18+, €20, Student 18+, €15, Job-Seeker, €15, Senior 65+ €15, Children 6—17yrs €5 and children under 5, free.

The route for the 2019 Darkness into Light in Bailieborough on May 11th 2019 will start at approximately 4.15 am from the Community Centre on Chapel Road. Heading towards main street it will turn left onto New Road passing the back of Supervalu. At the Model School we will turn right on to Church Street following onto Main street and up to the Market Square. From there we head on to Rakeevan along the Institute Road passing Terra before turning right for the Kells Road. Turning right the route follows the Kells Road back into town where we will turn left onto the Virginia Road. At the Chapel car park we turn right towards the Chapel and turn right at the lake car park to finish up at the Community Centre. What better way to start the day? We look forward to seeing you on the day.

Bridge:

 Bridge lessons for beginners takes place in the Hotel Bailie, Bailieborough, at 7.30pm, each Monday night.

Senior’s Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm, in the Hotel Bailie.  Everybody welcome.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes:

Wednesday 20^th March: ALPHA Course – Bailie Hotel 8-9:30pm.

Friday 22^nd March: FOCUS Youth Group 8-10:30pm Trinity Hall.

Sunday 24^th March: Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club.

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

Bailieborough Gardening Club:

 The Bailieborough Gardening Club resumes on Monday evening next, March 25^th at 8.00pm, in Fox’s Lounge, Main St., with a talk by Horticulturist, Barry Kavanagh on ‘What we can do at this time of the year in our garden, to prepare for the season ahead’. New members very welcome.

CMETB Adult Education Guidance and Information Service (Aegis):

 Are you an adult thinking about returning to education or training? If so, an Adult Guidance Councillor will be available for drop-in queries, every second Thursday, commencing on Thursday, March 21^st at Bailieborough Library from 10.00am to 2.00pm.

Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl!

 Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm.  It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome.  Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back for 2019 and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough AT 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.

Citizen’s Information:

The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc.  No appointment necessary.

The ‘Open Door Sessions’:

A gathering of talents with music from Néamh O’Donoghue and Brendan Melia and the magical sculptures of the Celtic Fairy Collection, will take place ‘Downstairs @ Nixys’, The Square Bar, on this Friday, March 22^nd, commencing at 9.00pm. Free admission. Assisted by Cavan County Council Arts Office.

Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’:

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

Bailieborough Business Centre:

Excel Level 4, Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.

Computers for Beginners, Level 2 Wednesdays.

Word Level 4, Thursdays 10-1pm.

Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087– 619 0040 for further information.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for March, April and May 2019:

 The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–March 24^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 6^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 20^th (Saturday, 9.00pm), April 28^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), My 12^th (Sunday,12.30pm) and May 26^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).  

Bailieborough Library:

Craft Group takes place every Friday from 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm on the last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:

 The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.

Alcoholics Anonymous:

Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.

East Cavan Gaels: Hurling News: IMPORTANT EXCITING NEWS!!
 2019 will see us celebrate 10 years of local hurling with East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club. We are sure you will agree that the regional model which we implemented has been a tremendous success so far in so far that boys from the region, and now men also, have their own hurling teams for which to play for. To further our development and to continue the journey to the next phase we have decided, in conjunction with Cavan County Board, to fully affiliate as an Official GAA Hurling Club. It is the next logical step in this club’s development. We have proven over the last 10 years that there is a healthy appetite for hurling in the East Cavan area and that players are willing to join with us. This is a very big and brave step to take but it could not have happened without your continued support. We have in place a transitional committee in place from which to start the next phase but we will need your input into how we move forward as an Official Club. To that end we will have a meeting for all our interested parties this coming Thursday in the Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough at 9pm upstairs. We would really appreciate it it if you could give us an hour of your time to hear what you have to say about how we begin the next ten years. This is truly an historic time for hurling and we hope you continue to be a part of this new very exciting part of our development. 9pm Thursday 21st March in the Bailie. We look forward to seeing you there. Mise le meas, Kathryn O’Flynn, Runai, East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club.

TWO ONE ACT PLAYS:

The Bailieboro Drama Group present the award winning play, ‘Smile Handsome’ by Liz O’Hanlon and Millrace Drama Group present ‘Thirst’,in the Bailie Hotel on Friday next, 8^th March at 8pm and Saturday, 9^th March in Mullagh Hall at 8pm. Admission €10 – Pay at the door. All welcome. 

Singers Needed:

The Folk Choir, who usually sing at the 7.00pm Vigil Mass on Saturday evenings, are looking for new members to boost their numbers. If you would like to join, you can either go up to the Gallery before Mass on Saturday evenings, to give your contact details to Choir Director, Sean O’Reilly or you can send a text message to 087 4407990.

Bailieborough School of Music:

 Lotto results for 02-03-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 2, 16, 23, 25.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Mary Tully; John Reilly; Liz Rogers; Terence Smith. Next week’s Jackpot €3,200.

Bailieborough Men’s Shed:

 You will find them at the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough from Monday to Thursday (10 – 2), come and join them for a cup of tea and a chat and see what they are working on!

St Patrick’s Day Festival: Parade Draw:

Bailieborough St Patrick Day Parade is calling on all local businesses, companies, tradesmen and local clubs and society’s to participate in our Parade this year. The entry of floats in the Parade is completely free. Floats entering the Parade are requested to meet at Bailieborough Community School at 1.30pm. The Parade will be starting at 2.30pm, sharp!! Prizes will be awarded for: Best Float, Best Comedy Float,

Best Club and Best Window.

There are currently tickets on sale in the local shops and business’s to help defray the costs of running the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5 available in local businesses.

St Patrick’s Day Parade Festival Draw: Prizes:  First Prize: Weekend break for 2 people in the 4 star Castlecourt Hotel, Westport.

Second Prize:  4 tickets to Westlife in July.

Third Prize:  2 Tickets to Rod Stewart 4th December in Dublin.

Fourth Prize: Smart TV.

Your support would be greatly appreciated and the draw will be held in the Hotel Bailie on Monday night, March 18^th at 9.00pm.

Library:

Would you like to rekindle/learn some basic Irish? FREE ‘Basic Irish for Beginners’, will start at the Library on Tuesday, March 12^th from 10.30am-12.30pm and will continue for 6 weeks. Booking essential as class is limited. Phone 042 9665779 for further information.

‘Who Do You Think You Are’?? Are you interested in finding out about researching your family tree? A FREE genealogy course facilitated by CMETB will start at the Library on Wednesday, March 13^TH from 2pm-4pm. Course will last six weeks and places are limited. Phone 042 9665779 to secure your place!

First Aid Responders Course:

 First Aid Responder Course takes place from Monday, March 25^th for three Mondays thereafter from 9am to 4pm at the Bailieborough Business Centre. Call 042-9694716 or 087-619 0040 for further information.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort:

‘Quiz Night’: Bailieborough Cancer Comfort are holding a ‘Quiz Night’ in Fox’s Bar and Lounge, Main Street, on Friday, March 22^nd. ‘Early Bird’ round commences at 9.00pm, sharp. Entry fee is €40 per table of four. Great prizes on the night and your support would be greatly appreciated.

Bailieborough Social Day Group:

The Bailieborough Social Day Group will meet again on Wednesday, March 6^th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. We need some more people to join the group for lots of activities—refreshments, chat, bingo, music, song and dance, day trips, etc…, every second Wednesday in the Community Centre.

‘Adult Irish Dance and Ceilí Classes’:

 Adult Irish dance classes will take place in Tierworker Hall at 5:00pm every Wednesday evening. For more information please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.

Bridge: Bridge results for Tuesday, 19^th  February:  Brennan Cup:  
First: Sean Kelleher and Patsy Corcoran. Second: Kathy O’Sullivan and Ita Clarke. Best Gross: Teresa O’Reilly and Rosaleen Mackey.
Results for Tuesday, 26^th  February: First: Anne Brady and Mona McCormack.
Second: Kathy O’Sullivan and Ita Clarke. Best Gross: Maresa Liggan and Stella McElherron. Third: Sean Kelleher and Patsy Corcoran.

Bridge lessons for beginners takes place in the Hotel Bailie, Bailieborough, at 7.30pm, each Monday night.

Senior’s Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm, in the Hotel Bailie.  Everybody welcome.

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:

 Bailieboro Celtic AFC are starting an under 13s Girls team. We are looking for players born between 2006 – 2011. Training will start next Saturday from 3 – 4pm at the Vale Grounds. If you are interested contact Owen on 087 2772596. So why not come down and show your skills and have some fun.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes:

Wednesday 6^th March: ALPHA Course – Bailie Hotel 8.00 -9:30pm.

Friday 8^th March: FOCUS Youth Group 8.00-10:30pm in Trinity Hall.

Sunday 10^th March: Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Holy Communion and Sunday Club.

Wednesday 13^th March: ALPHA Course – Bailie Hotel 8.00-9:30pm.

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

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

 Well done to the Bailieborough Tidy Towns and helpers who planted 200 whips / trees on the bank beside the Tesco road on Wednesday morning last. Many hands make light work. Hopefully everyone can enjoy this colourful bank in the Summer and Autumn.

Mutt Mitt dispensers are now in our town. Tidy Towns erected four dispensers around the town in January last. No excuse now for a dog fouling the pavements!!

Reduce waste…. Buy a reusable blue coffee cup in Bailie Stores. Ideal present for Cavan supporters and coffee lovers…Only €5…all proceeds go to the Tidy Towns. 

Confirmation:

The Sacrament of Confirmation will be administered in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Saturday, March 16^th at 12 noon. Fr. Kevin Donohue P.P. V.F. will be the principal celebrant. A practice for all the young people receiving the Sacrament will take place on Thursday, March 14^th at 6.00pm, in St. Annes Church. At least one parent/guardian is asked to accompany their child and, if they are available and living close by, their sponsor is welcome to come along as well.

Spanish with Lydia:

‘Spanish with Lydia’ takes place at the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road (beside the playground). New lessons for adults and school children of all ages, starting soon. Places available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For more information, please contact Lydia at 087 741 4735.

Lent: Masses during Lent on Tuesdays and Thursdays will be at 8.00am.

Bailieborough Community Bowls:

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

Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl!

 Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm.  It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome.  Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back for 2019 and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough AT 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.

Citizen’s Information:

 The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc.  No appointment necessary.

Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’:

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

Bailieborough Business Centre:

Excel Level 4, Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.

Computers for Beginners, Level 2 Wednesdays.

Word Level 4, Thursdays 10-1pm.

Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087– 619 0040 for further information.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for March, April and May 2019:

 The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–March 24^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 6^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 20^th (Saturday, 9.00pm), April 28^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), My 12^th (Sunday,12.30pm) and May 26^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).  

Bailieborough Library:

 The next meeting of the Bailieborough Book Club takes place on Thursday, March 7th from 6.30 – 7.30 PM. All are welcome.

Craft Group takes place every Friday from 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm on the last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:

The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.

Alcoholics Anonymous:

 Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.

The death has occurred of Gerald (Ger) CLARKE
Rathborne Court, Ashtown, Dublin / Bailieborough, Cavan

The death has occurred of James (Jimmy) Brady
Acorn Road, Dundrum, Dublin / Bailieborough, Cavan

Leanne scores a Hat-trick:

 Fresh from receiving the Anglo Celt ‘Sportsperson of the Year’ award last week, Leanne Kiernan got back to the hustle and bustle of playing for West Ham Utd on Sunday last. Leanne scored a hat-trick, on her return to the starting 11, in the 8—1 defeat of Huddersfield Town Ladies—which was the pinnacle of a fantastic afternoon at Rush Green Stadium with Kate Longhurst, Alisha Lehmann, Jane Ross, Rosie Kmita and Brianna Visalli also getting on the scoresheet to put the Irons into the quarter-finals of the SSE Women’s FA Cup. West Ham manager, Matt Beard said after the game, “I’m really pleased for Leanne. She had her injury problems over the last few months so for her to get the start today was terrific, and she’s taken her chance.” Well done Leanne and hoping that the rest of the season goes well for you.

Bailieborough School of Music:

 Lotto results for 16-02-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 2, 7, 8, 9.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Liz Sheanon; Sean Clarke; Melissa Soden; Paddy Murray. Next week’s Jackpot €3,000.

Bailieborough Men’s Shed:

You will find them at the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough from Monday to Thursday (10 – 2), come and join them for a cup of tea and a chat and see what they are working on!

New Arrangements for booking Bailieborough Community Centre:

 Contact or call into, the Parish Office during it’s public opening hours to request a booking form. The usual opening hours are: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 12pm—1.30pm and Friday, 3.30pm to 5.00pm. The contact number for the office is 042 9665117 and the email is stannesbailieboro@gmail.com Outside of opening hours, you can email your request for a booking form or text 087 4407990. The booking form will need to include insurance and Child Safeguarding (if applicable) details for your group. The charge for the use of the Centre is €10 per hour including set-up and clean up time. For stand-alone events this charge is payable at the time of booking. For a long term booking, an arrangement can be made with the Parish Office to pay after an agreed period of time. If paying by cheque, please make it out to Bailieborough Church No 2 A/C. The user is liable for all damages to the hall incurred during the period of use. The Bailieborough Church Area Finance Committee has the right to refuse any booking.

St Patrick’s Day Festival: Parade Draw:

There are currently tickets on sale in the local shops and business’s to help defray the costs of running the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5 available in local businesses.

St Patrick’s Day Parade Festival Draw: Prizes:  First Prize: Weekend break for 2 people in the 4 star Castlecourt Hotel, Westport.

Second Prize:  4 tickets to Westlife in July.

Third Prize:  2 Tickets to Rod Stewart 4th December in Dublin.

Fourth Prize: Smart TV.

Your support would be greatly appreciated and the draw will be held in the Hotel Bailie on Monday night, March 18^th at 9.00pm.

Bailieborough Social Day Group:

 The Bailieborough Social Day Group will meet again on Wednesday, February 20^th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. We need some more people to join the group for lots of activities—refreshments, chat, bingo, music, song and dance, day trips, etc…, every second Wednesday in the Community Centre. The ‘Christmas Day Swim’ Draw, will take place on the day.

Knockbride Bazaar:

 Knockbride Bazaar will take place in Tunnyduff Hall on Friday 22^nd February and Friday 1^st March at 9 p.m. each night. Good selection of prizes and everyone welcome.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Nicholas, daughter Rosemarie, son-in-law Vincent, sister Chrissie, grandchildren Dylan and Laura, sister-in-law Ann, brother-in-law Vincent, nephews, nieces and extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Pauline Smith (nee Clarke) Killann, Shercock and formerly Shancrock, Druminespic, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Tuesday, 5^th February 2019, peacefully at Cavan General Hospital. Pauline’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Thursday, February 7^th, with burial afterwards in St. Annes Cemetery.

Operation Transformation:

Get out and get walking!! Ireland Lights Up is back! We will again see Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA club turn on their lights around the running track at St. Anne’s Park between 7pm-9pm each Thursday evening until 21^st February, 2019. So, let’s get out walking and enjoy the fun!

Women’s World Day of Prayer:

The Annual Women’s World Day of Prayer will be held in Corglass Presbyterian Church on Friday, March 1^st. The Speaker will be the Reverend Tanya Woods. Everyone welcome.

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to sons Martin, Patrick and Paul, daughter Catherine, brother Pat, sisters Mary Dolan and Annie Tierney, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, grandchildren, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Micheal Nulty, Derrydamph, Bailieborough , Co. Cavan, who passed away on Wednesday, 13^th  February 2019, peacefully in his 93rd year at his daughter and son-in-law, Catherine and Pat Byrne residence Dunaree Lane, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan. Micheal was predeceased by his wife Annie, sisters Bridget and Josie, brothers, John, Gerard and Sean. Micheal’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride East on Friday, February 15^th with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

.

Bridge:

 Bridge Results for Tuesday,5^th February, First: Tom Moran and John McGahan. Second: Rosaleen Mackey and Sean Kelleher. Best Gross: Teresa O’ Reilly and Joy Jameson. Third: Helen Clarke and Kathleen McArdle.
Tuesday, 12th February: First: Vera Bell and Mona McCormack. Second: Sean Kelleher and Jimmy Stafford. Best Gross: Tom Moran and Rose Brennan. Third: Malcolm Cross and Betsy McDermott.

Bridge lessons for beginners takes place in the Hotel Bailie, Bailieborough, at 7.30pm, each Monday night.

Senior’s Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm, in the Hotel Bailie.  Everybody welcome.

Deepest Sympathy:

The death has occurred of Micheal Nulty
Derrydamph, Bailieborough, Cavan

 Deepest Sympathy is extended to sister Rose, niece Mairead Kierans, Mairead’s husband Joe, family and friends on the death of Peggy McCabe, Curkish, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Friday, 15^th February 2019, suddenly, at her residence. Peggy’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Monday, February 18^th with burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

The death has occurred of Peggy Mc Cabe
Curkish, Bailieborough, Cavan

The death has occurred of Hamilton (Hammie) Pringle
Institute Road, Bailieborough, Cavan

Bailieborough Group of Parishes:

Wednesday 20^th February:

ALPHA Course – Bailie Hotel 8-9:30pm.

Friday 22^nd February: FOCUS Youth Group, 8pm–10:30pm Trinity Hall.

Sunday 24^th February: Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service followed by tea and coffee. Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club.

Wednesday 27^th February:  ALPHA Course – Bailie Hotel 8-9:30pm.

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

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

 Reduce waste…. Buy a reusable blue coffee cup in Bailie Stores. Ideal present for Cavan supporters and coffee lovers…Only €5…all proceeds go to the Tidy Towns. 

Vintage Tractor and Honda Run:

 A Vintage Tractor and Honda Run in aid of St. Brigid’s N.S, Tunnyduff will take place on Sunday 3^rd March commencing at Tunnyduff Hall, Bailieborough.

Registration will take place at the hall from 12-1, with the Run starting at 1.30pm. There will also be a raffle on the day. All welcome and all support greatly appreciated.

Spanish with Lydia:

 ‘Spanish with Lydia’ takes place at the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road (beside the playground). New lessons for adults and school children of all ages, starting soon. Places available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For more information, please contact Lydia at 087 741 4735.

St. Brigid’s N.S. Tunnyduff: Enrolment:

 Enrolments are now being taken for St. Brigid’s N.S. Tunnyduff for September 2019. Please telephone the school at 042 9660368 for an enrolment pack.

Closing date for enrolment is 1st March 2019.

Bailieborough Community Bowls:

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

Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl!

 Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm.  It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome.  Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back for 2019 and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough AT 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.

Citizen’s Information:

 The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc.  No appointment necessary.

Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’:

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

Bailieborough Business Centre:

Excel Level 4, Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.

Computers for Beginners, Level 2 Wednesdays.

Word Level 4, Thursdays 10-1pm.

Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087– 619 0040 for further information.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for March, April and May 2019:

 The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–March 3^rd (Sunday, 12.30pm), March 24^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 6^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 20^th (Saturday, 9.00pm), April 28^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), My 12^th (Sunday,12.30pm) and May 26^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).  

Bailieborough Library:

 The next meeting of the Bailieborough Book Club takes place on Thursday, March 7th from 6.30 – 7.30 PM. All are welcome.

 Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:

 The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.

Alcoholics Anonymous:

 Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 18th February 2019

Under 7/9/11; Strong numbers at our registration night on Friday. Good training with both groups also. New text groups will be set up this week for all groups especially those moving up a year.

The U11s had a strong outing in Dundalk on Sunday with games v Monaghan, Armagh, Down and Louth clubs. Our lads were well able to hold their own.

Our U7s begin the final round of blitzes on Sunday next 10-12pm.

Sundays U11s in Dundalk.

U13/15/17;

Club training will be on Tuesdays for the next month to facilitate local football clubs and our lads at county training on Mondays. Training will be at Kingscourt Harps astro pitch and we thank them for the use of their facilities. Training will return to hurling day of Monday at the end of March. U17 with the County squad are to be in Breffni 3G for 7pm start on Monday. U15s with county squad are playing Longford on Friday afternoon (mid-term).

Club Senior; Senior training on this Thursday at 8 on the astro at the Vale. New players always very welcome.

Cavan Senior; Congratulations to our own Jack Barry who made his Senior inter county debut on Sunday last in the NHL game v Sligo. Another small piece of history for the club, our first county senior! Well done Jack! Cavan play Longford in the NHL in Breffni Park on Sunday at 12.30 before the Senior NFL football match v Roscommon.

The week ahead;

Monday; County U17 at Breffni 3G 7pm.

Tuesday; U13/15/17 training at Kingscourt Harps astro. 6.45-8pm.

Thursday; Senior training at 8 at the Vale astro.

Friday; Cavan U15 v Longford U15 Breffni 3G.

Indoor training in the Community School Sports Hall, Bailieborough. U7/9 from 6-7pm and U11 from 7-8pm. €3 each and the water bottle please.

Sunday; U7s in DKIT blitz Dundalk 10-12pm. Cavan v Longford NHL rd 3 at 12.30pm.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

Aughawillan Drama Troupe presents “Cash On Delivery” a hilarious comedy written by award winning playwright Michael Cooney. This comedy will be performed for your entertainment on 1 extra night February 24th at 8.30pm sharp inAughawillan Hall.  Like us on Aughawillan Drama Facebook and listen out for us on Shannonside Radio. Tickets €10.00 please come early to avoid disappointment. Looking forward to seeing you there.

Safety Improvement Works on the Virginia Road:

 Funding of €50,000 has been granted for safety improvement works on the Virginia Road, Bailieborough—which is a treacherous part of the R178 road. There are two Churches and a secondary school on this short stretch of road, which many drivers approach at high speed. Cavan County Council understood the concerns of the residents, including St. Anne’s Church, and submitted the application for road safety measures. We are delighted that this application was successful, receiving the second highest allocation of funding in the county. Thank You to Councillor Sarah O’Reilly, Cavan County Council, the Road Safety Authority, An Garda Siochana and the residents of the Virginia Road for working hard on this project.

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 02-02-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 6, 21, 25, 26.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Sean Keane; Ollie Lynch; Marie and Owen Fitzpatrick; Margo Gormley. Next week’s Jackpot €2,800.

Bailieborough Men’s Shed:

You will find them at the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough from Monday to Thursday (10 – 2), come and join them for a cup of tea and a chat and see what they are working on!

Bailieborough Red Cross:

 Following last Monday night’s Annual General Meeting, the new committee for 2019 who were elected on the night are :
Chairman .. Peter McCabe, Secretary… Liam Maguire, Treasurer… Julie O Brien, Assistant Treasurer… Helen Eagleton. Committee members Joanne Finnegan and Patricia Quinn. Congratulations to the incoming committee.

VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE: Can all clubs and businesses who have Defibrillators, please make sure that they are serviced and any new updates applied.

Bailieborough Social Day Group:

 The Bailieborough Social Day Group will meet again on Wednesday, February 6^th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. We need some more people to join the group for lots of activities—refreshments, chat, bingo, music, song and dance, day trips, etc…, every second Wednesday in the Community Centre. Anyone who has not returned their ‘Christmas Day Swim Cards’, please bring them in, on the day.

Operation Transformation:

 Get out and get walking!! Ireland Lights Up is back! We will again see Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA club turn on their lights around the running track at St. Anne’s Park between 7pm-9pm each Thursday evening until 21^st February, 2019. So, let’s get out walking and enjoy the fun!

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to sons John, Hugh, Martin and Charlie, daughters Eileen, Margaret, Rosann, Kathleen, Bernadette, Lizzy, Patricia, Pauline and Evelyn, sisters Josephine Farrelly (Crossmakeelan) and Patsy Nulty (Manchester), daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and extended family, neighbours and friends of Frances Smith (née Nulty), Crossmakeelan, Shercock, Co. Cavan who passed away peacefully at her daughter Pauline’s residence (Leiter, Bailieborough) on Saturday, January 19^th, 2019. Frances was predeceased by her husband James, sons Plunkett, Ned and Peter and daughter Anne. Frances’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Tuesday, January 22^nd with burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

Bridge:

 Bridge Results for Tuesday, January 29^th: First: Tom Moran and John McGahan. Second: Maresa Liggan and Marie McNicholas. Best Gross: Pauline McEvoy and Rosaleen Keegan.

Bridge lessons for beginners takes place in the Hotel Bailie, Bailieborough, at 7.30pm, each Monday night.

Senior’s Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm, in the Hotel Bailie.  Everybody welcome.

Bailieborough Mental Health Association: Annual Quiz:

 The Bailieborough Mental Health Association’s Annual Round Table Quiz Night will be taking place in the Bailie Hotel Ballroom at 8.30pm sharp on this Friday night, 8th February, 2018.  “A fun night for young and old”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Teams of 4 for €40. Special ‘Early Bird’ round for extra points if you arrive on time!! “A Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body’!! All welcome.

Confirmation Preparation Mass:

 The candidates for Confirmation in St. Anne’s N.S. and St. Felim’s N.S. will take part in the 7.00pm, Vigil Mass next Saturday evening, February 9th.

Deepest Sympathy:

 Deepest Sympathy is extended to the three children, Katelyn, Emma and Cian, family, relatives and friends of Caroline Martin, 51 Ardkille Place, Ballinagh, Cavan / Ballybay, Monaghan and formerly from Crocknahattina, Bailieborough, who passed away suddenly, at her home on Monday, January 21^st 2019. Predeceased by her parents William and Margaret Martin, Lisgoran, Ballybay, Co. Monaghan, Caroline will be sadly missed by her loved ones and all who knew her. Caroline’s Funeral Service was held on Wednesday, 23rd January 2019, in the First Ballybay Presbyterian Church, Co. Monaghan, with interment afterwards in the adjoining churchyard.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes:

Wednesday 6^th February:

ALPHA Course – Bailie Hotel 8.00-9:30pm.

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

Knockbride 12noon – Holy Communion and Sunday Club.

Wednesday 13^th, February:

ALPHA Course – Bailie Hotel 8.00-9:30pm.

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

Social Dancing:

 This month’s ‘Dancing for Pleasure’ will take place on Saturday evening next, February 9^th in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. Dancing is from 9.30pm to 12.30am. Music will be provided by Robert Brown and all are most welcome to attend.

ST. ANNE’S NS ENROLMENT:

Parents seeking to enrol their child or children in St. Anne’s N.S. for the 2019/2020 school year are requested to return a completed Enrolment Application before, Thursday, February 14^th, 2019. Enrolment application forms are available from the school office, by phoning 042 9665242 or by emailing: naomhainecc.ias@eircom.net.  Closing date for receipt of Enrolment forms is Thursday, February14th, 2019.

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:

 Our under 8’s (children born in 2011) will be back in pre-season training very shortly. We are just waiting for the CMUL to confirm the date for the start of the league fixtures. This year the Cavan Monaghan Underage League is adopting a Calendar year format for all age groups which means the season will run in over a longer period with games likely to start in April.
All children born during 2011 are eligible to play at under 8’s level and we look forward to seeing everyone back soon as well as new players. For more information, contact Keith Burke on 086 1631538.

Under 11s training starts on the 9th February from 6:15pm to 7:15pm. All welcome. Kids born in 2008. Please Contact Damien Cadden on 0892403190.

Just to remind all players born in 2007, that Under 12 pre-season training starts back this Wednesday from 6.00 – 7.00 pm. New players welcome. For more information, contact Keith Burke on 086 1631538.

Under 15’s (players born in 2004/2005) pre-season training starts back on Wednesday, 6^th February from 7.00 – 8.00pm. Contact Alan Keating 087 7671319 for more information.

Under 17’s (players born in 2002/2003) pre-season training starts back on Wednesday 6th February from 8.00 – 9.00pm. Contact Alan Keating 087 7671319 for more information.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

Reduce waste…. Buy a reusable blue coffee cup in Bailie Stores. Ideal present for Cavan supporters and coffee lovers…Only €5…all proceeds go to the Tidy Towns. 

Spanish with Lydia:

 ‘Spanish with Lydia’ takes place at the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road (beside the playground). New lessons for adults and school children of all ages, starting soon. Places available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For more information, please contact Lydia at 087 741 4735.

Bailieborough Community Bowls:

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

Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl!

Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm.  It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome.  Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back for 2019 and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough AT 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.

The Open Door Sessions:

 Gathering music and arts together to show off new and emerging talent, with a night of free entertainment and fun.
This month’s line up: Dean Wright, singer/songwriter, Lizzy Byrne, poet and songwriter and Joy Booth with her folk/blues blend, coupling captive melodic tunes with disarmingly honest lyrics.

The event will be taking place at 9pm on Friday 15^th, February 2019, downstairs @ Nixy’s, The Square Bar, Market Square, Bailieborough. All welcome. 

Citizen’s Information:

 The service takes place every Tuesday at 1.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc.  No appointment necessary.

Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’:

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

Bailieborough Business Centre:

Excel Level 4, Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.

Computers for Beginners, Level 2 Wednesdays.

Word Level 4, Thursdays 10-1pm.

Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087– 619 0040 for further information.

Blood Transfusion Service: The mobile unit of the Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be in attendance at the Bailieborough Community School on Tuesday, February 19^th from 5.00pm to 8.30pm. All blood donors are requested to attend and new donors will be especially welcome.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for February, March and April 2019:

 The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–February 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), February 16^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), March 3^rd (Sunday, 12.30pm), March 24^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 6^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 20^th (Saturday, 9.00pm) and April 28^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).

The death has occurred of Pauline Smith (née Clarke)
Killann, Shercock, Cavan / Bailieborough, Cavan

Bailieborough Library:

 Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:

The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.

Alcoholics Anonymous:

 Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 4th February 2019

Under 7/9/11; We lost both training sessions and the Dundalk blitz to the frosty conditions! Some changes ahead of next week. The Kingscourt group will now amalgamate with the Bailieborough group on Friday from this week onwards. This will give them more age specific coaching and better all round games. U9s make second trip to Dundalk this coming Sunday.

We will put registration back a week and register all on Friday 15th in Bailieborough.

U13/15/17; U13s training on Monday on the astroturf at the Vale on Monday 14th 7-8pm. €2 each and bring water bottle. Any U15/17 with the County or Colleges squad are to be in Breffni 3G for 7pm start. The rest of lads to the Vale.

Club Senior; The Seniors had their first session of the year at The Vale on Sunday last. Spring league in Monaghan coming up soon. New players always very welcome.

The week ahead;

Monday; U13/15/17 training at the Vale 7-8pm. €2 each please. County U15/17 at Breffni 3G 7pm.

Thursday; The Kingscourt group now moves to Friday in Bailieborough. See

below for times.

Friday; Indoors in the Community School Sports Hall, Bailieborough. U7/9 from 6-7pm and U11 from 7-8pm. €3 each and the water bottle please.

Sunday; U9s in DKIT blitz Dundalk 10-12pm. Senior training at The Vale 11-12pm.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

‘Cash on Delivery’: BOOKINGS ONLY For “Cash On Delivery”. 

(087) 6486804. Call/text Michelle with—

-The contact name and phone number for envelope 

(to be picked Up at the door)

-The night you require

-Number of tickets adult/children. 

Aughawillan Drama Troupe are excited to present a comedy “Cash On Delivery” by Michael Cooney.  This intoxicating comedy is directed by Brian Dolan in Aughawillan Hall on the 14^th,15, 16^th and 17^th of February at 8.30 sharp.  Please book early to avoid disappointment.  Guaranteed to deliver a brilliant night’s entertainment!

 Looking forward to seeing you there. 

Bailieborough Creative Hub, Meeting:

Welcome to Bailieborough Creative Hub. A place for creatives to come together and share their work in a safe environment. Our aim is to encourage and support. The first meeting of Bailieborough Creative Hub will take place on Tuesday, January 29^th at 6.30pm in the Arts Space at Bailieborough Library.

This group will meet once a month, and the idea is to provide a place for creatives to come together and share their work in a safe environment.

Our aim is to encourage and support, get together, share talents and ideas in a nonthreatening, relaxed environment.

Drop in at any time no matter where your talents lie, and get together with a like-minded group.

Bailieborough Recycling Centre:

 There will be free recycling of real Christmas trees during the month of January.

Bailieborough School of Music:

Lotto results for 19-01-2019.  Numbers Drawn; 10, 12, 14, 24.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Mairead McCabe; PJ Smith; Martin McGuinness; Noel Lawlor. Next week’s Jackpot €2,600.

Bailieborough Men’s Shed:

 The Bailieborough Men’s Shed were delighted to receive funding under the Community Enhancement Programme—announced last week—of €1500 for the purchase of new equipment for the group. You will find them at the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough from Monday to Thursday (10 – 2), come and join us for a cup of tea and a chat and see what we are working on!

Operation Transformation:

Get out and get walking!! Ireland Lights Up is back! We will again see Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA club turn on their lights around the running track at St. Anne’s Park between 7pm-9pm each Thursday evening until 21^st February, 2019. So, let’s get out walking and enjoy the fun!

Bridge:

 Bridge Results for Tuesday, 8^th January, 2019. First: Mona Mc Cormack and Eilish Reynolds. Second: Maresa Liggan and Stella McElherron.
Best Gross: Tom Moran and John McGahan. Third: Helen Clarke and Kathleen McArdle.

Results for Tuesday, 15^th  January 2019.
First: Noreen Maguire and Marie McNicholas. Second: Olive Kellett and Rose Brennan. Best Gross: Teresa O’Reilly and Una Stafford. Third: Pauline Mc Evoy and Ita Clarke.

Bridge lessons for beginners will take place in Hotel Bailie, Bailieborough, at 7.30pm, each Monday night.

Senior’s Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm, in the Hotel Bailie.  Everybody welcome.

Bailieborough Mental Health Association: Annual Quiz:

The Bailieborough Mental Health Association’s Annual Round Table Quiz Night will be taking place in the Bailie Hotel Ballroom at 8.30pm sharp on Friday, 8th February, 2018.  “A fun night for young and old”                                             

Teams of 4 for €40. Special ‘Early Bird’ round for extra points if you arrive on time!! “A Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body’!! All welcome.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes:

Wednesday 23^rd January: ALPHA Course – Bailie Hotel 8.00–9:30pm.

Sunday 27^th January: Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club.

Wednesday 30 January

ALPHA Course – Bailie Hotel 8.00-9:30pm.

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:

Just to remind all players born in 2007, that Under 12 pre-season training starts back this Wednesday from 6.00 – 7.00 pm. New players welcome. For more information, contact Keith Burke on 086 1631538.

Under 13’s (players born in 2006) pre-season training starts back on Thursday, 31^st January from 7.00 – 8.00pm. Contact Owen Keating 087 2772596 for more information.

Under 15’s (players born in 2004/2005) pre-season training starts back on Wednesday, 6^th February from 7.00 – 8.00pm. Contact Alan Keating 087 7671319 for more information.

Under 17’s (players born in 2002/2003) pre-season training starts back on Wednesday 6th February from 8.00 – 9.00pm. Contact Alan Keating 087 7671319 for more information.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:

Reduce waste…. Buy a reusable blue coffee cup in Bailie Stores. Ideal present for Cavan supporters and coffee lovers…Only €5…all proceeds go to the Tidy Towns. 

Bailieborough Red Cross:

The Bailieborough Irish Red Cross Branch Annual General Meeting will take place on Monday night next, 28^th January at 8.00pm in the Bailieborough Community Resource House.  All members are asked to attend and new members are most welcome.

Deepest Sympathy:

 Deepest Sympathy is extended to the neighbours and friends of Marian Parker (nee Kelly), Tandragee, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Tuesday, 25^th December 2018 at Cavan General Hospital. Marian’s Funeral Service took place in Bailieborough Parish Church on Thursday, January 17^th followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining graveyard.

The death has occurred of Caroline MARTIN
51 Ardkille Place, Ballinagh, Cavan / Bailieborough, Cavan / Ballybay, Monaghan

Lakelands Arch Club:

 Lakelands Arch Club are back on Wednesday 30^th January from 7-9pm in the BDA Centre, Shercock Rd, Bailieborough. Hope to see you all there!

Bailieborough Community Bowls:

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

ST. FELIM’S National School (THE VALE)

is currently inviting applications for enrolment for the school year— 2019-2020.  Forms are available directly from the school, by phoning 042 9665605 or by emailing: thevalesns@outlook.ie, download from website:  wwww.thevalesns.com under the Scoil Documents section.  Completed forms to be returned to the school by Friday, 1^st February, 2019.

Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl!

Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm.  It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome.  Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back for 2019 and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough AT 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.

 The service takes place every Tuesday at 1.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc.  No appointment necessary.

Citizen’s Information:

Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’:

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

Bailieborough Business Centre:

Improvers Computers Mondays 6.30 -9.30pm.

Computers for Beginners Level 2 Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.

Word Level 4 Thursdays 10-1pm.

Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087– 619 0040 for further information.

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for February, March and April 2019:

 The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–January 26^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), February 10^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), February 16^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), March 3^rd (Sunday, 12.30pm), March 24^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 6^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 20^th (Saturday, 9.00pm) and April 28^th (Sunday, 12.30pm).

Bailieborough Library:

 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.

“Learn to Jive with Craig Lovett and Mairéad Gaffney’:

  Five week course commencing Monday 28th January in Virginia Show Centre and Friday 1st February in Mullagh Hall.  8.30pm start.  No partner needed.  Booking not required.  Further details contact 086 1928568.  

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 21st January 2019

Under 7/9/11; Great numbers at all 3 sessions this week as we returned indoors. Thursdays Kingscourt session and the two sessions in Bailieborough on Friday. Great to see all the new hurlers joining with us also.

The U9s went to DKIT arena in Dundalk for a blitz v teams from Louth, Armagh and Down and won all five of their games playing very well. Next week it’s the turn of the U11s.

Training this coming week. Thursday in Kingscourt Community Centre from 7-8pm. No training this Friday 25th in Bailieborough. We return 1st Feb with registration for all 7th and 8th Feb. New players very welcome from the entire region.

Above; Our U9s in Dundalk on Sunday.

Above; Fridays Bailieborough U7/9 group.

Above; Fridays Bailieborough U11 group.

Above; Thursdays group in Kingscourt.

U13/15/17;

Training on Mondays on the AstroTurf at the Vale on Monday 14th 6.50-8pm. €2 each and bring water bottle.

Club Senior; Our Seniors will return to training on Sunday 3rd February on the astro at the Vale. 10.30-11.30am. Spread the word please. More new players are always very welcome.

Cavan; We wish Jack, Rory and Cian all the best as they prepare for their first competitive adult intercountry match with the county side as they play Leitrim in the first round of the NHL on Sunday next. The very first East Cavan Gaels men to make the county Senior squad. Best of luck lads from us all at East Cavan Gaels.

Monday’s; U13/15/17 training at the Vale 7-8pm. €2 each please.

Thursday; Indoor hurling for U7/9/11 in Kingscourt Community Centre. €3 each please and bring water bottle.

Friday; No Bailieborough indoor this week. We return next week 1st Feb.

Sunday; U11s in DKIT blitz Dundalk 10-12pm. Cavan v Leitrim NHL 2pm venue tbc.

Club contacts; U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:

 The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.

Alcoholics Anonymous:

 Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.