Annual Pony Drivers and Friends, Memorial Drive 2018:

Preparations are well underway for this year’s Memorial/Charity Drive. The Drive will be taking place in Bailieborough at The Hideout on Sunday next, the 23rd September, starting at 2pm. This year we are raising money for Cavan/Monaghan Palliative Care. On the day there will be refreshments, raffle, auction and music. The Noel McDermott Perpetual Plaque and The Sean McQuillan Memorial Cup will be presented on the day to ‘the best turned out’ Ponies. We look forward to seeing everyone there to support a very worthy cause.

 

‘Race for Grace’:

Come join us in a 5km or 10km Run, Walk or Crawl for ‘Feileacain’ and ‘A Little Lifetime Foundation’—both charities support anyone who has lost a baby in pregnancy or after— in memory of Orla Dean’s grand- daughter Grace, who gained her wings far too soon, on Saturday next, September 22^nd. They are both amazing charities and every cent raised will go towards supporting families affected by the death of a baby during or after pregnancy. Registration for the event will open at 11am at Bailieborough Community Centre and the event will start at 12pm.
Registration prices are; €5—5km, €10—10km and €15 for Families.
Everyone who registers will be entered into a raffle on the day.
Tea and Sandwiches will be served back at the Community Centre after the event.
Really hope to see you there! All support is greatly appreciated.

 

Bailieborough School of Music:

The Annual General Meeting of the Bailieborough School of Music will take place on Thursday, September 27^th at 9.00pm, in the Hotel Bailie. All welcome.

Lotto results for 08-09-2018.  Numbers Drawn; 3, 5, 8, 14   No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Sarah O’Reilly; Dingo and Monty, c/o Failte; Kathleen Gormley; Eileen McCabe.

Lotto results for 15-09-2018.  Numbers Drawn; 3, 5, 7, 11   No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Marie Logan; Sarah and Rebecca Carolan; Rena Coleman; John Reilly. Jackpot next week, €4,700.

 

Culture Night at the Open Door Sessions:

Featuring special guests Michael Gallen, Gerry Hodgers, Ollie Gargan, The Giant Wolf Theatre Company and Leona Daly.

The Open Door Sessions, Bailieborough’s free monthly arts and music night is hosting a special gathering of talented musicians and artists from 8.30pm to celebrate Culture Night on Friday next, 21st September, in Nixy’s Bar, The Square, Bailieborough.

Well into its second year, The Open Door Sessions continues to host new, original music and arts on a monthly basis. Culture Night is an expansion of the Sessions regular programme of talented, established and up-and-coming musicians and artists.

If you haven’t attended before this is a great opportunity to try it out.

Admission to The Open Door Sessions is free and you are welcome to come along to support and enjoy some of the extraordinary talents that exist within our country.

 

Culture Night:

Bailieborough Masonic Lodge are holding an ‘Open Evening’ on Friday, September 21^st at 8.00pm, in the Masonic Hall, Market Square, Bailieborough. A talk will be given on the history of ‘Freemasonry in East Cavan’ by Eugene Markey. All are welcome and refreshments will be served afterwards. Admission is free for this event.

 

Bailieborough Poetry Festival 2018:

The Bailieborough Poetry Festival officially opens on Thursday 4^th of October in Bailieborough Library at 7pm. This will include the official opening of the Art Exhibition by Ruth McDonnell in the Library Arts space which runs in conjunction with the Festival. Members of LitLab writing group have been collaborating with the artist and will read some poems inspired by her artworks.

Poets definitely taking part are Annemarie Ní Churreáin, Enda Wyley and Brendan McCann.

Enda Wyley will be reading and facilitating a workshop at Bailieborough Poetry Festival 2018.Watch out for full programme soon.

 

‘Hardtimes Chorus’:

‘Hardtimes Chorus’ are delighted to announce of their upcoming concert, ‘A Million Dreams’ in aid of the Down Syndrome Centre North East. It will be held in St Annes Church on Friday evening, 28^th September 2018 at 8.30pm. Special Guests on the night will be the fantastic ‘Song Sisters’ and ‘Kudos’!

The Down Syndrome Centre North East has been set up by a group of parents to provide essential services, information and support to people with Down Syndrome and their families living in the North East. The centre is due to open its doors in October 2018 in Carrickmacross, Co Monaghan. Tickets are now available in SuperValu, the Bailie Hotel, Bailie Stores, Turning Head’s Hair Salon and St Anne’s Parish Office during office hours. Please Come Along and support.

 

Bailieborough Social Day Group:

A Bus will leave from the Community Centre on Wednesday, 19^th September at 1.00pm to go the Kilnaleck Group for lunch and entertainment.

 

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to son Stuart, daughter Sandra, son-in-law Ronnie, sister Florrie, cherished grandchildren Ross and Ryan, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, cousin Rose, nephews, nieces and extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Violet Cox (née Bingham), Urcher, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan who passed away peacefully at Esker Lodge Nursing Home, Cavan on Wednesday, September 5^th 2018. Violet was predeceased by her husband Willie some time ago. Violet’s Funeral Service took place in Trinity Presbyterian Church on Friday, September 7^th with burial afterwards in Urcher Graveyard.

 

Spanish Lessons:

Spanish Lessons for Primary School Children, from Junior infants to 6th class. Different groups available.  Also, Adult group Lessons available every Tuesday and Wednesday. All lessons are now taking place in the Bailieboro Business Centre (besides the playground) for more information or to register please contact Lydia on 0877414735.

 

Congratulations:

Congratulations to Dearbhla Molloy and Peter Lafferty, who were married last Sunday week in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough.

 

Children’s Irish Dance Classes;

Irish dance classes with World Champions Aishling and Emma Fox have resumed on Wednesdays, at 6pm in Tierworker Hall. For more information, please contact Aishling or Emma on (087) 9699235, (087) 2059128. All newcomers welcome.

 

Local Robbery:

On Friday morning last, a shed at a residence in Woodview was broken into between 2.00am and 8.00am and a quantity of Power Tools were stolen to the value of €1,500. If anyone was in the vicinity between those hours and seen anything out of the ordinary or have been offered power tools for sale, then please contact Bailieborough Garda Station at 042 969 4570.

 

Confirmation Parent’s Meeting:

A meeting of parents who would like their children—presently in 6^th class in St. Anne’s, St. Felim’s and the Model National Schools—to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation next year, will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Thursday, October 4^th at 8.00pm.

 

Pilates:

Pilates have resumed in Bailieboro Trinity Hall on Tuesdays. Classes at 6.15pm and 7.30pm. Suitable for all levels of fitness, booking essential. Please call Anne 087 2601454.

 

Adult Irish Dance and Ceilí Classes:

Adult Irish dance classes will take place in Tierworker Hall at 8:30pm every Wednesday. For more information, please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.

 

Citizen’s Information:

The service continues on every Tuesday, at 1.30pm in the Library.

 

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to mother Tina, sisters Patricia, Ann and Eileen, husband Winston, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends on the death of Pauline O’Reilly-Davis, Monaseed, Gorey, Co. Wexford and formerly of Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, peacefully at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Dublin on Tuesday, 11^th September 2018. A Service was held for Pauline at the Victorian Chapel, Mount Jerome, Harold’s Cross, Dublin on Friday afternoon, September 14^th followed by cremation.

 

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.

 

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.  Anyone want to try kayaking? If you do, be at the Town Lake at 7.00pm. Tea, coffee, fruit and biscuits afterwards. All newcomers welcome.

 

St. Anne’s Folk Choir:

Practice for the Folk Choir take place every Tuesday evening at 8.15pm, in St. Anne’s Church. The future of the Choir depends greatly on the involvement of the parishioners in our Church, so new members would be very much appreciated and welcomed.

 

‘Vincent’s Shop’:

‘Vincent’s Shop’ on Main St., are urgently seeking Gents Clothing and any paper or plastic bags, that they can use in the shop. Thank you for all the kind donations of clothes, toys and bric-a-brac and for generously buying from the shop. All money raised is used for local deserving causes.

 

 

Church of Ireland Services for September:

Saturday 22nd September: Bailieborough Hall 2-4pm – ‘Messy Church Harvest’.

Sunday 23 September: Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service, followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

Sunday 30 September: United Service in Mullagh 10:30am – All-Age Service followed by tea and coffee.

Sunday 30 September: Harvest Service, Knockbride Church 7:30pm.

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

 

Bailieborough Business Centre:

 Classes: Beginners Computer,

Improvers Computers , Mondays 7pm to 10pm.

Spreadsheets, Tuesdays, 10am to 1pm.

Word, Thursdays, 10am to 1pm.

Safepass, Saturday 6^th October.

 

Bailieborough Indoor Bowls:

Indoor Bowls continues on Wednesdays, at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre. New members are always most welcome.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for September, October, November and December 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–September 23^rd (Sunday, 12.30pm) October 6^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), October 28^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), November 10^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), November 25^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), December 15^th (Saturday 1.30pm) and December 23^rd (Sunday. 12.30pm).

 

Bailieborough Library:

Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

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

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

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

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

 

 

 

 

 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 17th September 2018

Under 7/9; Outdoor hurling for U7/9/11 has now finished for the year. Thanks to all who came out especially during the school holidays which we ran for the first time. Indoor hurling will return from early October, Thursday 4th in Kingscourt and Friday 5th in Bailieborough.

U11;

A good evening blitz at a soggy 3G at Breffni park on Monday with our U11s. Well done to all.

 

Under 15; The lads had a great win v league leaders Castleblayney in Kingscourt on Wednesday last. We have now qualified for the Shield final which should be next week tbc.

 

ECG Captain Conor Ruxton before Wednesday’s win v Blayney.

Senior; Training Thursday 7pm. Venue tbc. Players will receive text. Cavan Senior Championship coming up end of the month. New players arriving each week which is positive and more are very welcome.

The week ahead;

Thursday; Adult training in Killann/ Kingscourt/Bailieborough 7pm tbc.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13; Colin Higgins 087 276 9086.

U15; Pat O’Flaherty 087 450 1524.

U15/17; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

Adult; Willie/Kathryn above.

 

Irish Night:

Gerard Kiernan is putting put on an Irish Night and Gospel Concert in Kilnaleck Réaltóg Centre with Proceeds to Kilnaleck Comhaltas Branch on Thursday night, 27^th September 2018 at 8.30pm. Fabulous entertainment and local Artists and Raffle on the night.

Light refreshments served and voluntary donations accepted. Everybody welcome for a great night of craic and fun!

 

AUTUMN CRAFT and GIFT FAIR,

Sunday 30^th September, Woodford Suite, Slieve Russell Hotel, Ballyconnell Co. Cavan. 12.00pm – 5.00pm. Come and join us for our annual autumn fair. It’s the perfect place for some retail therapy and helps support your local crafting community. There’ll be a whole host of handmade crafts, quality giftware and craft supplies to see and purchase making it a great day out for all the family. It’s free admission too! For further information visit downlandcrafts.ie or ring 049 436 4877.

 

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:

The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.

 

Alcoholics Anonymous:

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

 

 

Lakelands Arch Club:

The Annual General Meeting of the Lakelands Arch Club will take place in the Hotel Bailie on Wednesday, June 20^th at 7.30pm. The Arch Club is a social meeting place which takes place once a month for people of all ages with Special Needs. Anyone interested in joining or becoming a volunteer is most welcome to attend the A.G.M. for further information. Your attendance would be greatly appreciated.

 

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, June 13th – Castle Lake, Bailieborough.

(E) Walk – 1 Hour (M) – 1 Hour 30 min.

Walks commences at the Castle Lake car park at 7.15pm.

Wednesday, June 20th – Corraneary/Mountainlodge:  

(A) Walk 2 + hours (approx) (M) – 1 hour

Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.50pm. Walk commences at Corraneary Presbyterian Church car park at 7.15pm. From Canningstown driving towards Shercock turn left at crossroads, 2.7 kilometres from Canningstown. Drive a further 1 kilometre. All welcome.

 

Congratulations and Well Done:

Congratulations and Well Done to East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club who are the All Ireland Champions of the John West Féile na nGael Division 8 Hurling Shield Final that took place over the weekend. A truly historic weekend as our lads landed a National Hurling title for their efforts in Sligo and Mayo this past weekend! Facing off opposition from Donegal, Sligo twice, Mayo, Down and Mayo again in the final to lift the Division 8 Shield in front of an ecstatic support in Ballyhaunis on Sunday. Friday started with a very narrow defeat to Sligo club Castleconnor in a very exciting game. A defeat to a strong St. Eunans from Letterkenny, who eventually went on to the Cup final, was no disgrace. The lads dusted themselves down and on Saturday began by defeating host club Ben Bulben Gaels to finish third in the group. Off to Connaught Centre of Excellence in Ballyhaunis to face off against Beal Atha Bhearraigh from Mayo for a place in the semi-final. A dominant 5-11 to 1-02 win got them to Sunday morning in Tooreen in Mayo to face Down club St Peters Warrenpoint. In a gripping encounter the lads held out by a point 1-04 to 1-03 to advance to the Shield final for the second successive year. This time we played our old but good friends from Caiseal Gaels in Mayo, whom we hosted at National Feile in 2015 in Bailieborough. The first half started well but a couple of soft goals left a bit of doubt in the minds at half time. In fairness to the lads they kicked on considerably in the second half with all sectors of the field contributing to a stirring yet decisive win. Joyous scenes as Diarmuid and Nathan received the Shield from GAA President Jack Horan.

We must give many thanks to number of individuals and groups who made this success possible. To Kathryn and Pat, the Feile management team who delivered in what was a challenging week off the field in the run up to the competition. To Kathryn for all her administrative work in the lead up to Feile. To Colin and Ben who prepared the U13s in the squad to a great standard. To Bridie Rahill for her brilliant transport all over the West of Ireland for the whole weekend. To Nixy’s Bar in Bailieborough for the fine spread at short notice to welcome home the boys. To the cavalcade and supporters who turned out in large numbers to welcome the lads home. To the host families in Sligo and the host Club Ben Bulben Gaels for the excellent hospitality over the entire weekend. To our player families who travelled West in large numbers and were vociferous in their unflinching support for the lads. To all our sponsors and supporters especially McGuirk Engineering who kindly sponsored the new training tops for the boys. And finally to the lads themselves who can now call themselves All Ireland Champions. Well done from us all in the club.

 

Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
Bailieborough Tidy Towns request that all business, property and home owners would help out, by giving their property a face lift in preparation for the Tidy Towns Competition. The local ‘Clean Up’ continues on Tuesdays at 7pm.  All welcome.

 

Bailieborough School of Music:

 Lotto results for 09-06-2018.  Numbers Drawn; 01, 08, 17, 23.  No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; John Reilly; Hannah McCabe; Gerry and Lisa Clarke; Gemma Lambe. Jackpot next week, €3,300.

 

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:

The Club’s Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday evening, June 21^st  in the Clubrooms at the Vale Complex at 8.15pm.

 

The ‘Open Door Sessions’:

The Open Door Sessions will take place at 9.00pm on this Friday, 15^th June in Nixy’s, The Square Bar, Bailieborough.

Performers on the night will be ‘Bowery Boy’, Justyna Domaradzka and
James Bentley. Free admission and all welcome.

 

Bailieborough Heritage Society :

New members always welcome to the Heritage Society, please contact 0872244159 for further information.

 

Well Done:

Well done to local man, to Tony Gregory who came 1^st in the over 40s event at the Crooked Lake Triathlon held on Saturday last in Camlough, Co. Down. Also well done to the local members of the Cavan Kayakarun Club who took part in the Dingle Adventure Race on Saturday last…. Dessie Duffy came in at 2nd in the big race with Killian Heery in 6th despite carrying an injury.

Niall Smith finished a brilliant 2nd in the Sport Race with Ciaran Galligan and Mick Fitzpatrick finishing well!

 

St. Felim’s N.S., The Vale:

The Board of Management and the Parents Association are holding a ‘Sponsor A Tree’ Fundraiser for a new play surface. The cost is €50. Full details can be found on www.thevalens.com or by contacting, the School Office at 042 9665605, Catherine Cahill at 086 608 2663 or Helen Sheridan at 089 424 0969. We are reaching out to all parents, past pupils, businesses and community members to help us.

 

Evening Spanish lessons for Adults:

 Join our 6 -week course if you want to learn Spanish in a friendly and relax setting. Lessons will be based on a day to day situations to help you while in Spain.

The courses are starting on Tuesday, 19th of June in Bailieborough Business Centre. (Next to the Recycling Centre).

Lessons will be given by a Native Spanish Teacher.

Times: 7 – 8pm Beginners, and 8 -9pm Intermediate.

Price: € 60 for the 6 lessons or €12 per lesson.

For more information or to register please ring or message:  Lydia on 087 7414735.

 

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.

 

Blessing of the Graves:

The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Killann on Saturday, August 18^th at 7.00pm, in Shercock on Sunday, August 19^th after 11.30am Mass and in Bailieborough on Sunday, September 2^nd at 12 noon.

 

Bailieborough Community School Class of 1988 Reunion

We are going to attempt to reunite. Anyone from the Class of ’88 who went to Bailieborough Community School anytime between 1983-1988 are welcome. We are aiming to have the reunion in October somewhere in Bailieborough. Please contact the ‘BCS Class of 88 Facebook page’ for further information.

 

Church of Ireland Services for June:

Sunday 17^th June:

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

Knockbride 12noon – All-Age Service.

Sunday 24^th June:

Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service, followed by tea and coffee.

Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.

 

Bailieborough Business Centre:

  Food Safety Training HACCP at Bailieborough Business Centre. One-day Course – Cost €60. This course is a must for anybody in the food preparation and provision business, places are limited to 10 participants. Call 042-969-4716 to reserve a space.

Computers for Beginners – learn a new skill over the Summer. The course will introduce you to email, social media, on line transactions, and many more ways to make your life easier with the internet. Call 042-969-4716 – Classes are free of charge.

Classes for the Autumn Schedule at Bailieborough Business Centre. Call to let us know what you are interested in doing and we will register your interest with the ETB. Please call 042-969-4716 for further information.

 

Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival: Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival will be taking place from Friday, 20^th of July until Sunday, 22^nd of July. If anyone has any ideas for this year’s Festival, you can email us at

bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com

It’s only 6 weeks to the Festival.  Calling all crafters! We are looking for unique and high quality makers for the Midsummer Festival. If you are a local business and would like to have a promotional stall please contact:
Caroline 087-176-2628 or email: bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com to request an application form.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for June, July and August 2018:

The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–June 23^rd (Saturday 1.30pm), July 7^th (Saturday, 1.30pm), July 15^th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 11^th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 19^th (Sunday 12.30pm).

 

Bailieborough Library:

Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm

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

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

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

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

 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 11th June 2018

Feile na nGael All Ireland Champions!!!

A truly historic weekend as our lads landed a national hurling title for their efforts in Sligo and Mayo this past weekend! Facing off opposition from Donegal, Sligo twice, Mayo, Down and Mayo again in the final to lift the Division 8 Shield in front of an ecstatic support in Ballyhaunis on Sunday. Friday started with a very narrow defeat to Sligo club Castleconnor in a very exciting game. A defeat to a strong St. Eunans from Letterkenny, who eventually went on to the Cup final, was no disgrace. The lads dusted themselves down and on Saturday began by defeating host club Ben Bulben Gaels to finish third in the group. Off to Connaught Centre of Excellence in Ballyhaunis to face off against Beal Atha Bhearraigh from Mayo for a place in the semi final. A dominant 5-11 to 1-02 win got them toSunday morning in Tooreen in Mayo to face Down club St Peters Warrenpoint. In a gripping encounter the lads held out by a point 1-04 to 1-03 to advance to the Shield final for the second successive year. This time we played our old but good friends from Caiseal Gaels in Mayo, whom we hosted at National Feile in 2015 in Bailieborough. The first half started well but a couple of soft goals left a bit of doubt in the minds at half time. In fairness to the lads they kicked on considerably in the second half with all sectors of the field contributing to a stirring yet decisive win. Joyous scenes as Diarmuid and Nathan received the Shield from GAA President Jack Horan.

We must give many thanks to number of individuals and groups who made this success possible. To Kathryn and Pat the Feile management team who delivered in what was a challenging week off the field in the run up to the competition. To Kathryn for all her administrative work in the lead up to Feile. To Colin and Ben who prepared the U13s in the squad to a great standard. To Bridie Rahill for her brilliant transport all over the West of Ireland for the whole weekend. To Nixys Bar in Bailieborough for the fine spread at short notice to welcome home the boys. To the cavalcade and supporters who turned out in large numbers to welcome the lads home. To the host families in Sligo and the host Club Ben Bulben Gaels for the excellent hospitality over the entire weekend. To our player families who travelled West in large numbers and were vociferous in their unflinching support for the lads. To all our sponsors and supporters especially McGuirk Engineering who kindly sponsored the new training tops for the boys. And finally to the lads themselves who can now call themselves All Ireland Champions. Well done from us all in the club.

Joint Captains Nathan and Diarmuid at the Feile Final.

Hundreds of Feile pictures on our Facebook and Twitter pages!

Under 7/9/11;

Training Monday in Killann 6.45-8pm. A couple of blitzes in the pipeline coming up soon.

Under 13/15/17;

Nothing this week due to exams and Feile boys can take a well-earned rest!

State Exams;

Continued best wishes to all our players who sit the Junior and Leaving Certificate exams this coming week.

Club contacts;

U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13; Colin Higgins 087 276 9086.

U14/15; Pat O’Flaherty 087 450 1524.

U14/15/17; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

 

 

Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre are now taking bookings for their Outdoor Adventure Summer Camps, Summer Forest Schools and Adults Learn to Kayak sessions. Contact Philomena on 049 5552988 or email info@tanaghoutdooreducation.com for more details on dates and cost. Book early to avoid disappointment.

 

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:

The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.

 

CITIZENS INFORMATION:

Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service.  Any enquiries 076 1075200.

 

Alcoholics Anonymous:

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

 

Bailieborough News. July 21^th 2016.  Matthew J. Cullen.

 

PARISH PILGRIMAGE – LOUGH DERG

This year’s parish pilgrimage is to Lough Derg on Monday, 22^nd August for a One Day Retreat (10am-4pm).  The cost of the day is €40.  This fee includes boat transfer, tea and scones on arrival and a light lunch.  If there is enough interest the parish will provide bus transport on the day.  To book a place please call or text Caroline 086 3817857 or Mella 083 8007054.

Rhythmic Dance Twirlers

The Bailieborough ‘Rhythmic Dance Twirlers’ are holding a ‘RDT Got Talent’ talent show on Friday evening next, July 22^nd in ‘Sky Bar’, Main St. Show starts at 7.00pm and entry is €5. For more information, please contact Kelly on 085 245 0690. All welcome.

Lakelands Arch Club

Wednesday, July 20th. Junior club from 7-8pm and Senior club from 7-9pm at the Bailieborough Business Centre. Break in August for summer holidays.  New members always welcome.

Bailieborough Parish Church Annual BBQ

 Many thanks to all who organized yet another brilliant parish BBQ. Once again, this tremendous initiative of Revd. Joyce Rankin, was a great community event. Fun, food and fellowship for a ‘sunny’ Saturday afternoon!

Foroige Summer Camps

For young people aged 12-15 yrs taking place in Beckscourt Centre 26^th – 28^th July and 15^th – 17^th August 10am – 4pm. Activities include team games, arts, sports and outdoor pursuits.

Cost 10euro pp. Family rates available. For more info contact Louise McPhillips 086 0481761.

Moon Walk on Lough An Leagh

Moonwalk on Lough an Leagh on Saturday evening next, 23rd July at 9 pm approx. 5 km walk/run, entry fee €10 starting at the Picnic Area. All proceeds go to local Cancer Charities, refreshments afterwards. All welcome

Classes and Services at Bailieborough Business Centre:

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

A4 Colour Copying and Printing available at Bailieborough Business Centre.

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.

The seniors are back in pre-season training every Tuesday at 7.30pm.  New players welcome and for more information please contact 0858256347.

Deepest Sympathy

Deepest Sympathy is extended to the cousins, relatives and friends of Elizabeth (Lizzie) Melady, Curkish, who died on Monday last, July 11^th. Lizzie’s Funeral Mass took place on Wednesday morning, 13th July, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

 

Bailieborough Walking Group

July 20th – Dartrey Forest Cootehill: (M) Walk 1 Hour 30 min. (E) Walk 1 Hour. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.45pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm at the car park on the Cootehill to Rockcorry road R188. 1 kilometre from Cootehill on the right before Abbott’s factory.

July 27th – Derrygooney / Loughbawn: (A) Walk 2 + hours (approx) Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.45pm. Walk commences at Derrygooney School at 7.15pm. From Shercock travel towards Cootehill, at 3.8 kilometres turn right for Ballybay, a further 2 kilometres turn left and continue for a further 2.5 kilometres to the school on the right. All welcome.

 Irish Blood Transfusion Service

The Mobile Unit of the Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be in attendance at Bailieborough Community School,
on Wednesday next, 27th July 2016 from 5:00pm – 8:30pm. All current donors are requested to attend and new donors are especially welcome.

Cemetery Sunday:

The Blessing of the Graves in St. Anne’s Cemetery will take place on Sunday, September 4^th at 2.00pm. Now would be the ideal time to look after the grave or a plot of a loved one in preparation for Cemetery Sunday.

Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’

Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’ is still going strong for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you want any small jobs done or even just for a chat. Just give Ann a call at 042 9694825 from 9.00am to 2.00pm, Monday to Friday. We would love to hear from you!

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 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.

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.

CITIZENS INFORMATION:  every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; 

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.

 

Baptism Dates in St. Annes for August and September 2016:

The following are the dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church for August –August 14^th, August 28^th, and September 10^th. Baptisms take place on Sundays at 12.30pm.

 

Cavan Kayakarun

It’s time once again for the 7^th edition of the Cavan Kayakarun Adventure Race. This year’s event takes place on Saturday 6^th of August, at Gallonray House, Maudabawn, Cootehill.

The Junior event for U12-14, U 14-U16 and U 16 –U18 starts at 12 noon

The CKR XL Challenge and the CKR Challenge commence at 1.00pm.

The format for this year remains the same. The XL Challenge starts with a 5k run, followed by a 2k kayak, and then a cross-country run and concludes with a 52 k cycle.

The Challenge event starts with a 5k run, a 1k Kayak and finishes with a 16k cycle.

There is one change to the junior event format. This year it will start with a short Kayak, followed by a 4 k run on a flat circuit and will conclude with a 16 k cycle on a mainly flat course.

All details are on the website. www.cavankayakarun.com. Online registration is also available from the website. There is a free T Shirt with all entries.

The Cavan Kayakarun run is a unique event in this part of the county. Participants in the past have commented on the fun they’ve had taking part in the event and thus the reason why so many continue to return to it year after year. Safety both on road and the water is paramount to the organizers and all routes, junctions and transition areas are well marshaled.

So make a date for a great day’s fun, exercise and competition on Saturday August 6^th. Do it as an individual or maybe even better still as part of a two or three person team.

And if you can, remain on for the post Kayakarun Party on Saturday night in Gallonray House. There will be music and celebration. Meet and make new friends in the sporting and adventure race world.  Everyone’s a winner who takes part. The Cavan Kayakarun is all about the joy of entering. Be part of it this year.

     

 

 

  East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 18th July 2016

Under 6/8/10; All these groups are now on a well-earned summer break.

Local Cúl Camps began this past week in Kingscourt, with plenty of hurling being played, with Shercock and Bailieboro Camps in the coming weeks so lots of hurling at these camps also. Our own Hurling/ Camogie Fun Camp comes up in August. More info below.

Under 12; While defeated in the Championship semi-final to Cootehill on Wednesday last the lads still have a chance of winning some silverware as they take on St. Felim’s in the Shield final this coming Wednesday in Breffni 3G.

Under 14; The U14 Hurling Championship begins on 27th July. Fixtures next week.

Under 16/18; The Cavan U16 Hurling Championship will take place at the end of August. In the meantime there is a new Ulster GAA minor and U16 competitions coming up. We have a bye in the first round of the Under 16 and the Minor competition begins next week with a game v Carrickmacross.

Lucky first goal; The scratch cards are now distributed. Please support when you can as this is our only major fundraiser for this year and with 9 club teams we need to raise as much funding as we can. If you would like to buy/sell extra tickets then please contact any player or coach. Scratch cards are just €2 each.

Hurling/Camogie Camp;

Keep the following dates for your diary. August 16/17/18th will be for our 2016 Hurling/Camogie Camp. This year it will be held in St. Annes Park, Bailieborough GAA. This camp will be for boys and girls aged 6-16. No previous hurling/camogie experience is required and all equipment will be provided. These camps get bigger and better with each passing year with this year’s promising to be the biggest ever! More info in the weeks ahead.

Hurling training times and venues;

Under 6/8/10; Kingscourt group; No training till end of August after the camp.

Bailieborough group U6/8/10; No training till the end of August after the camp.

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

Under 12/14/16/18;

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

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

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.

 

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 10 2016.  Matthew J. Cullen.

Free Lecture in the Library:

Bailieborough Library will host a lecture on Paddy Smith, the longest serving TD in the history of Dáil Éireann, and grand uncle of newly elected TD Niamh Smyth, on Thursday evening, March 10^th at 7.30pm. Dr Tom Feeney, who lectures in modern Irish history in UCD and the Institute of Public Administration, will deliver the talk. All are welcome and admission is free. The Event is part of Cavan’s 1916 Centenary Programme.

 

St. Patrick’s Day Parade:

The Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on Thursday, March 17^th 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.

 

BRIDGE NEWS AND RESULTS:

The news that our esteemed member and friend, Anne Moran passed away last Friday was met with huge shock and regret by all our members.  We extend our deepest sympathy to Tom, their girls, Aileen and Janet and son, Raymond and the extended family. Anne was President of our club in 1997/98 and was very involved in the activities of the club, serving on the Handicap Committee in recent years.  Ar dheis De’ go raibh a anam dilis.

February’s “Player of the Month” was Jimmy Stafford.  Congratulations to Jimmy and all Prizewinners.

Bridge Results for Tuesday, February 3rd, as follows: 1st: Una Mansell and Anne Brady;  2nd: Ita Clarke and Jimmy Stafford;  Best Gross: Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson; 3rd: Betty Olwell and Noreen Maguire.

Bridge Results for Tuesday, February 10th, as follows:  1st: John McGahan and Sean Kelleher; 2nd: Jimmy Stafford and Philomena Finnegan; Best Gross: Teresa O’Reilly and Maresa Liggan; 3rd: Gemma McCabe and Pauline Hutchinson.

Bridge Results for Tuesday, February 16th, as follows: 1st: Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson; 2nd: Rose Brennan and Patty Clarke; Best Gross: Pauline McEvoy and Rosaleen Keegan; 3rd: Tony Carolan and Jimmy Stafford.

Bridge Results for Tuesday, February 24th, as follows: 1st: Vera Bell and Tony Carolan; 2nd: Ita Clarke and Anne Brady; Best Gross:  Joy Jameson and Teresa O’Reilly.

 

Thank You:

Thanks to Seán Galligan for donating his wonderful book ‘Lough an Lae and Muff, Songs and Poems, Heritage and Folklore’ to the Cavan Library service.

 

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.

 

Deepest Sympathy:

Deepest Sympathy is extended to the family, relatives and friends of Mrs Eileen Sheehy (née Flanagan), Navan who died recently. Eileen is survived by her brothers and sisters Peadar, Tony and Joan (all London), Damian, Brian and Brenda (all Bailieborough) and Kieran (Dundalk).

Deepest Sympathy is also extended to the families, relatives and friends of Ann Moran, Rakeevan, whose Funeral took place on Monday and for Jimmy Fitzsimons, Woodview, Tony Carroll, Drumanespic and Christine O’Leary, Woodview, whose funerals took place during the past week.  Our sympathies to all their relatives and friends.

 

 

Bailieborough Shamrocks Registration Weekend:

Registration weekend for Bailieborough Shamrocks on Friday 11 March from 7pm to 8.30pm and Saturday, 12 March from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. All players must be registered to play for the 2016 season, as it is a requirement for insurance purposes. All u6, u8 and u10 boys and girls are free for 2016, but must be registered.

Remember, only paid up members are eligible and insured to use the Club facilities and grounds. Special family rate available.

Contact Tom Farrelly 087 9598050, Patricia McGuirk 087 2512113 or Paul McEvoy (Camogie) 086 8595000.

 

 

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.

 

World Day of Prayer:

Thank you to all those who attended the ecumenical service to mark the World Day of Prayer on Friday night in St. Anne’s Church and to the members of the local Presbyterian and Church of Ireland communities for their participation. Thank you also to Martha Lievens, Principal of Bailieborough Community School, who was the keynote speaker. The music and singing on the night was provided by Derek Eakins, Isobel Davidson, Bert Coote and the Shercock Children’s Choir who were excellent.  The Pastoral Council did great work in bringing it all together and thank you to those who provided the beautiful and plentiful refreshments afterwards.

 

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.

 

Social Dancing:

Next Saturday night 12th of March, we have a new band, Jimmy Hynes and the Crusaders. This is a three piece band with a live drummer. The other instruments are a keyboard and a guitar. They are highly regarded. You are sure to have a good night with the band and the other goodies. Dancing is from ten till twelve thirty. Everyone is welcome to have a go at the social dancing.

 

FIRST CONFESSIONS:

First Confessions will take place on Tuesday evening next, March 15^th at 7.30pm for participating children in St. Anne’s, St. Felim’s and The Model Schools.

 

 

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.

 

Blood Transfusion Clinic:

The Mobile Unit of the Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be in attendance at Bailieborough Community School, on Wednesday, 23rd March 2016 from 5:00pm – 8:30pm. All regular Blood Donors are invited to attend and new donors are especially welcome.

 

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.

 

BAILIEBOROUGH SOCIAL DAY CENTRE

:  Next Get Together in the Community Centre on Wednesday, 9^th March from 2.30-4.30pm.  New members always very welcome.

 

Learn to Jive:

 Learn to Jive commenced on Friday 4th March. The lessons take place at 8.30pm in Cormeen Sports Complex.  No partner needed.  Contact 086 192 8568 or 086 1763044 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.

 

EXTRA IRISH DANCING CLASSES

commencing on Friday evenings in Tierworker Hall from 5-6.15pm.  All new and existing members welcome.  For more information please contact Emma 087 2059128.

 

Learn to Dance:

Learn to dance classes in Cross Community Hall, Mullagh on Friday nights from 9-11pm. Tuition on following dances, Waltz, Quickstep, Foxtrot and Jive. Everyone welcome. Light refreshments served. Contact 086 0702026.

 

Oral Irish Workshop:

Oral Irish Workshop for Leaving Cert students at the Library on Saturday, April 2^nd from 2.30pm-5pm. €5 per student. Give your oral Irish a boost for that all important exam. Places filling up and are strictly limited. Phone 042 9665779.

 

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 13^th March, Sunday 20^th March, Saturday 26^th March Easter Vigil 9pm, Sunday April 17^th and Sunday April 24^th.  –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.

 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Hurling Club – Hurling News 7th March 2016

 

Under 6/8/10; Another good week with both groups training away indoors while some of our Under 10s went to Dundalk on Saturday to play 5 games v other clubs from Ulster. More of these big blitzes ahead. We head to Carrick this coming Saturday. More info at training.

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.

Above; Bailieborough/Shercock Under 10s.

Above;Bailieborough/Shercock U6/8s.

Above; Kingscourt U10s

Above; Kingscourt U6/8s

Above; Some of our U10s at a blitz in the DKIT astro in Dundalk on Saturday last.

 

Under 12/14/16/18; training has now returned.

Training has now returned for the older boys on Wednesdays indoors in Bailieborough Community School Sports Hall.

Under 12 and Under 14 from 7-8pm and Under 16 and Under 18 from 8-9pm. €2 each and please bring water.

First round of the Under 12 Spring league is on Saturday 19th March away to Cootehill.

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; 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; Wednesdays in Bailieboro Community School Sports Hall.

Under 12 and Under 14 from 7-8pm and Under 16 and Under 18 from 8-9pm. €2 each please. 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

 

Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre

will be running a Kayak Skills Camp on the 29^th-31^st 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.