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Bailieborough News. September 3rd 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellBailieborough Poetry Festival 2018: Bailieborough Poetry Competition:
The Festival will take place from 4th to 7th October 2018. The Bailieborough Poetry Prize 2018 is now open for entries. The Poetry Prize 2018 will be an open competition with a first prize of €300 for the winning poet. The judge this year is Noel Monahan and the closing date for the submission of entries is Monday next, September 10th, 2018. Full competition rules are available on the Bailieborough Poetry website.
The Bailieborough Poetry Festival officially opens on Thursday 4th 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, 28th September 2018 at 8.30pm. 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. Please Come Along and support.
Bailieborough Mental Health Association:
Bailieborough Mental Health Association will be holding its Annual General Meeting on this Thursday evening, September 6th at 8.30 pm, in the Bailie Hotel. New members welcome.
‘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, September 22nd. 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.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to Peter Crosby and family, Curkish on the recent death of Peter’s brother, Gerard (Carrickmacross). Gerard’s Funeral took place in St. Joseph’s Church, Carrickmacross on Monday last, August 27th.
Bailieborough Walking Group:
Wednesday, September 5th – Castle Lake (M) Walk 1.5 hours (E) Walk 1 hour. Walk commences at 7.15pm at Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road, Bailieborough. This is the final walk of the season. All welcome.
Bailieborough School of Music:
Lotto results for 01-09-2018. Numbers Drawn; 3, 13, 16, 22 No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Gerard and Geraldine Larkin; James Gerard Kellett; Terry Smith; Declan McGuirk. Jackpot next week, €4,500.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
NO POSTERS, please on the Tesco fence or anywhere around the town or on all approach roads from the 50k limit in.
Thanks to all who have already complied with our request.
Children’s Irish Dance Classes;
Irish dance classes with World Champions Aishling and Emma Fox will resume on Wednesday, 5th September at 6pm in Tierworker Hall. For more information, please contact Aishling or Emma on (087) 9699235, (087) 2059128. All newcomers welcome.
Pilates:
Pilates resuming in Bailieboro Trinity Hall on Tuesday September 11th, 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.
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.
Book Reading:
Bailieborough native, Norma MacMaster (née Jameson), will read from her book ‘Silence Under a Stone’ at the Library, on this Thursday September 6th at 7.30pm. All members of the community are invited to this FREE event!
Balloon Release:
The Annual Balloon Release in Memory of our loved ones who died by Suicide, will be held at Lough Sillan Lake, Shercock on Friday 7th of September at 7.30pm, sharp. Please bring your own helium balloons. Songs will be sung and a few words said, to remember all our family and friends gone too soon, but never forgotten. All welcome.
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.
Well Done Leanne:
Well done again to Leanne Kiernan who scored twice for the Republic of Ireland Senior Ladies side in their 4-0 win over Northern Ireland on Friday evening last in Tallaght Stadium, in their FIFA 2019 World Cup qualifier. Leanne also got the ‘Three’ Player of the Match award for her outstanding performance.
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 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.
St. Vincent DePaul: Annual Pilgrimage to Knock:
The annual St. Vincent DePaul Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Saturday next, September 8th. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 8.30am.
First Communion: Parents Meetings:
St. Felim’s, National School, The Vale, –Monday next, September 10th at 8.00pm and St. Anne’s, National School, Tuesday next, September 11th at 8.00pm.
Church of Ireland Services for September:
Saturday 8th September: Knockbride 2pm – ‘Through the Roof Harvest’(Harvest service for adults and children with learning difficulties and their carers).
Sunday 9 September: Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Holy Communion and Sunday Club.
Sunday 16 September: Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – All-Age Service.
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 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.
Hard Luck: Hard Luck but very well done to the Bailieborough Shamrock’s Senior Ladies Football Team and Management in their loss in the Intermediate Championship final on Saturday last. Great experience gained which should help out immensely next year.
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 15th (Saturday, 1.30pm), September 23rd (Sunday, 12.30pm) October 6th (Saturday, 1.30pm), October 28th (Sunday, 12.30pm), November 10th (Saturday, 1.30pm), November 25th (Sunday, 12.30pm), December 15th (Saturday 1.30pm) and December 23rd (Sunday. 12.30pm).
Pilates:
Pilates resumes in Bailieborough Leisure Centre the first week in September for 4 weeks, Wednesday mornings at 10am and Friday mornings at 6:30am.
Also, morning and evening classes available at Cross, Mullagh.
To book, contact Julie 086 3283943, julie@cavanphysicaltherapy.com or FB /JulieCarolanCavanPhysicalTherapy
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, 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.
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.
‘Strides for Life’:
Strides for Life, a 16-week walking programme for people recovering from cancer treatment will begin in Cavan in September. Organised by the Cuan cancer social and support centre, the course is free and is suitable for all levels of ability. Strides for Life is recommended by the Irish Cancer Society and is designed to improve the level of fitness and quality of life of those recovering from cancer treatment. A friend or family member is also welcome to take part. Pre-registration is required. Phone 0868672568 or 0876486076. Email derbhlaotoole@gmail.com
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 3rd September 2018
Under 7/9/11;
No training this week, all back to school! Last outdoor hurling next week. U7/9 match in Carrick Sunday morning at 10am tbc and U11 blitz on 3G Breffni Park Monday 10th at 7pm. We then prepare to move indoors.
Above; ECGs Brién and Tómas Williams hold the All Ireland Hurling U21 trophy in the Gaelic grounds in Limerick last Sunday. Tómas had the honour of being a flag bearer as the teams entered the pitch. ECG zippy tops show well also. Well done lads!
Under 15; The lads had a great win v Carrick in the Monaghan league last week.
Above; Mondays U15 squad.
Adult; History makers!
Senior hurling is now up and running. We had our very first match on Thursday last in Inniskeen, putting in a solid performance for a new side. We hope to have another challenge game this coming week as we prepare to enter the Cavan Senior Hurling Championship for the first time. New players especially welcome.
Above; Thursdays historic first ever ECG senior side.
Above; Special thanks to Lagan Brick for their kind sponsorship of senior jerseys for our new side.
L-r; Willie Gaughan ECG, Barry Reilly Lagan Brick, Kathryn O’Flynn Secretary ECG, Gerry White Lagan Brick, Tony McCaffrey Lagan Brick.
The week ahead;
Monday; U13/15 training in Killann at 7pm.
Thursday; Adult training in Killann or match in Kingscourt 7pm tbc.
Sunday; U7/9 away to Carrick 10am 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.
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.
Bailieborough News. August 27th 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellBailieborough Poetry Festival 2018: Bailieborough Poetry Competition:
The Festival will take place from 4th to 7th October 2018. The Bailieborough Poetry Prize 2018 is now open for entries. The Poetry Prize 2018 will be an open competition with a first prize of €300 for the winning poet. The judge this year is Noel Monahan and the closing date for the submission of entries is Monday, September 10th, 2018. Full competition rules are available on the Bailieborough Poetry website.
Full details soon but there will be poetry readings, open mics, poetry workshops, the Annual Poetry Competition and an associated Art Exhibition.
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.
Blessing of the Graves:
The Annual Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Anne’s Cemetery on Sunday next, September 2nd at 12 noon. Each family is asked to bring along a small container of water, which will be blessed during the service. This water will be sprinkled by a family member on the grave, before the recitation of the Rosary.
All Church stewards are asked to assist with parking and report to the car park at the cemetery by 10.45am. Those attending the ceremony are kindly requested to follow the instructions of the stewards and to co-operate with them at all times. Members of the Parish Pastoral Council will take up a collection for the upkeep of the Cemetery at various different locations before and after the Ceremony.
Bailieborough Mental Health Association:
Bailieborough Mental Health Association will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Thursday, September 6th at 8.30 pm, in the Bailie Hotel. New members welcome.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to parents, Pamela and Pat, sisters Leticha and Reyanna, brother Reece, grandparents, aunties, uncles, cousins and extended family and friends on the death of Baby Willow Clarke, Knockbride East, Bailieborough, who was born asleep with the Angels on Wednesday, 15th August 2018. Funeral Mass of the Angels for Willow took place in St. Bridget’s Chapel, Knockbride East, on Friday 24th August.
FREE Five Week Basic
iPhone, iPad, Tablet and Smartphone class, commencing in Bailieborough Library on Tuesday next, September 4th at 10am. If interested, please enquire at the Library 042 9665779 or call Angela on 046 9280790 to book a place. Classes will be limited to 10 participants.
Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival:
We are calling on the people of Bailieborough, if you have ideas or would like to give us a helping hand with Festival 2019 or the Christmas Lights 2018, we would greatly appreciate it!! Just contact any committee member who will be able to give you further information.
Bailieborough Walking Group:
Wednesday, August 29th, Bruce Hill. (M) – 1.5hrs approx. Meet at Carrickabruise National School just of the N3, 3 miles from Virginia. Leaving Bailieborough library at 6.45pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm.
Wednesday, September 5th – Castle Lake (M) Walk 1.5 hours (E) Walk 1 hour. Walk commences at 7.15pm at Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road, Bailieborough. This is the final walk of the season. All welcome.
Bailieborough School of Music:
Lotto results for 25-08-2018. Numbers Drawn; 4, 10, 14, 16 No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Joe and Patricia Larkin; Michael Clarke; Madeline and Michael; Jim Gorman. Jackpot next week, €4,400.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
NO POSTERS, please on the Tesco fence or anywhere around the town or on all approach roads from the 50k limit in.
Thanks to all who have already complied with our request.
Citizen’s Information:
The service resumes on Tuesday, September 4th at 1.30pm in the Library.
Well Done:
Congratulations and well done to the Players, management team and supporters of the Bailieborough Shamrocks Ladies Team who played Gowna in the Intermediate Championship Semi-Final in Terry Coyle Park on Sunday evening last. The Bailieborough girls won a great game by 4-05 to Gowna’s 2-07 and in doing so, created history, by qualifying for the Intermediate Championship Final for the first time. All roads will lead to Kilnaleck on Saturday afternoon next, when the girls will contest the Intermediate Championship Final against Arva at 4.00pm. All in the community wish the girls, the best of luck in the Final!
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.
Book Reading:
Bailieborough native, Norma MacMaster (née Jameson), will read from her book ‘Silence Under a Stone’ at the Library, on Thursday September 6th at 7.30pm. All members of the community are invited to this FREE event!
Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl!
Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm. 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.
Adult Spanish Lessons:
Spanish Adult Lessons are back in September, in Bailieboro Business Centre. Every Tuesday and Wednesday evening, from completely beginners to intermediate level. Classes commence on Tuesday, September 4th, 7—8pm for beginners, 8—9pm for intermediate. Enrolment evening will be on this Thursday, August 30th in the Business Centre. For more information please ring 087 7414735.
Well Done Leanne:
Well done to Bailieborough native, Leanne Kiernan who scored for West Ham Ladies in their 4-1 FA WSL Continental Tyres Cup win over Lewes FC Women on Sunday last. Leanne appears to be settling in well at West Ham and all wish her continued success in her professional career.
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 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.
St. Vincent DePaul: Annual Pilgrimage to Knock:
The annual St. Vincent DePaul Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Saturday, September 8th. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 8.30am. Booking with €15 bus fare, in Vincent’s Shop, Main Street by Saturday, September 1st.
First Communion: Parents Meetings:
St. Felim’s, National School, The Vale, –Monday, September 10th at 8.00pm and St. Anne’s, National School, Tuesday, September 11th at 8.00pm.
Balloon Release:
The Annual Balloon Release in Memory of our loved ones who died by Suicide, will be held at Lough Sillan Lake, Shercock on Friday 7th of September at 7.30pm, sharp. Please bring your own helium balloons. Songs will be sung and a few words said, to remember all our family and friends gone too soon, but never forgotten. All welcome.
Church of Ireland Services for September: Sunday 2 September
Bailieborough 10:45am – Holy Communion and Sunday Club, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club.
Saturday 8th September: Knockbride 2pm – ‘Through the Roof Harvest’(Harvest service for adults and children with learning difficulties and their carers).
Sunday 9 September: Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Holy Communion and Sunday Club.
Sunday 16 September: Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – All-Age Service.
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 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.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for September and October 2018:
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–September 15th (Saturday, 1.30pm), September 23rd (Sunday, 12.30pm) October 6th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and October 28th (Sunday, 12.30pm).
Pilates: Pilates resumes in Bailieborough Leisure Centre the first week in September for 4 weeks, Wednesday mornings at 10am and Friday mornings at 6:30am. Cost €40.
Also, morning and evening classes available at Cross, Mullagh.
To book, contact Julie 086 3283943, julie@cavanphysicaltherapy.com or FB /JulieCarolanCavanPhysicalTherapy
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, 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.
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.
‘Strides for Life’:
Strides for Life, a 16-week walking programme for people recovering from cancer treatment will begin in Cavan in September. Organised by the Cuan cancer social and support centre, the course is free and is suitable for all levels of ability. Strides for Life is recommended by the Irish Cancer Society and is designed to improve the level of fitness and quality of life of those recovering from cancer treatment. A friend or family member is also welcome to take part. Pre-registration is required. Phone 0868672568 or 0876486076. Email derbhlaotoole@gmail.com
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 27th August 2018
Hurling/Camogie Camp.
We had a great week in Kingscourt at our camp. Some new talent emerging which we hope to see at training in the weeks ahead! Thanks to Kingscourt Stars for the use of their fine facilities and to Keith Greene, Cavan GAA, and Pauric Dowdall and Ryan Gaffney, Ulster GAA for their assistance. Also to Miriam and Agnes for registration and supervision and to Pat, Rory, Cian and Kyle for their help with coaching all week.
Happy Campers in Kingscourt!
Above; Campers in action.
Above; Pauric working with the campers.
Under 7/9/11/13;Training on Monday 6.45 in Killann. We will then take a wee break to get everyone back to school!
Intercounty U14; Cavan lost out to Derry in the Shield Final in the All Ireland competition held in Cloghan on Saturday last. Gaels well represented by Nathan, James, Tadhg, Daire and Gary. Well done lads.
Above; Cavan U14 squad with 5 Gaels men and Waterford manager Derek McGrath.
Adult;
We have entered into the Cavan hurling Championship for 2018. Our first game is scheduled for mid-September.
Training Thursday 7.45pm in Killann or Kingscourt whichever available. Numbers beginning to pick up now that the word is out! New players especially welcome.
The week ahead;
Monday; U7/9/11/13 training in Killann 6.45.
Thursday; Adult training in Killann 7.45pm.
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.
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.
Bailieborough News. August 13th 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellBailieborough Heritage Committee:
The Bailieborough Heritage Committee are holding an ‘Industrial Exhibition’ in Murtagh’s Yard, Main Street, on Saturday next, August 18th from 12 noon to 9.00pm and also on Sunday next, August 19th from 11.00am to 5.00pm. This exhibition will show case Machinery, Garden Furniture, Tools and many items of Historical interest from Bailieborough’s industrial past. If you have any item/s or artefacts that you would like displayed, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 063 5856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488, who will make arrangements for collection and return of items. The Exhibition event is free of charge and all are most welcome.
Heritage Week 2018:
’ My Seven Year Stitch’ Showcases Sally-Ann Duffy’s textile art created during an extraordinary and emotional seven-year period of her life. She believes that the immersion in creative projects through that time has supported her mental health and has been both therapeutic and healing. The art work will be displayed in the beautiful Bailieborough Library arts space until the end of August.
Moybologue Historical Society – Cumann Seanchais Mhaigh Bolg is proud to present details for our Heritage Week 2018 event ‘Moybologue: Stories from the Stones’ on Sunday next, 19th August at 3pm in St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker, Kells, Co. Meath.
This year our event coincides with the annual Blessings of the Graves in the parish of Tierworker and Moybologue and we hope to take this opportunity to #ShareAStory and #MakeAConnection with people from near and far who are in the parish on the day for Cemetery Sunday.
Our event is completely free-of-charge, there is plenty of parking and there will be plenty of refreshments served.
So come along, catch up with your old and new neighbours, and your ancestors while you’re at it, find out what we’ve been up to and tell us your story!
Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival:
We are calling on the people of Bailieborough, if you have ideas or would like to give us a helping hand with Festival 2019 or the Christmas Lights 2018, we would greatly appreciate it!! Just contact any committee member who will be able to give you further information.
Bailieborough Walking Group:
Wednesday, August 15th– Derrygoney/Loughbawn, (A) Walk 2hrs approx. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.45pm. Walk commences at Derrygooney School at 7.15pm. From Shercock travel towards Cootehill, at 3.8kilometeres turn right for Ballybay, a further 2km turn left and continue for a further 2.5kilometeres to the school on the right.
Wednesday, August 22nd – Skeagh/ Knockbride East (M) – 1.5hr approx. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 7.00pm. Meet at Skeaghville Chalets at 7.15pm. From Bailieborough take Cavan road for 3 km, turn right for Cootehill Road R191, at 2km take a right at sign for Skeaghville, continue straight on this road for approx 2km. All welcome.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Kitty, son Raymond, daughters Ann, Carol and Joan, son-in-law Michael, daughters-in-law Rosie, Therese, brothers Aiden, Gerard and Sean Vincent, sister Marie, nieces, nephews, grandchildren Nathan, Alannah, Zarah, Olin, Jill, Brendan and Eleanor, cousins, relatives and friends on the death of Brendan McChesney,
Drumamuck, Bailieborough, Cavan who passed away peacefully at his home, in the loving care of his wife Kitty and Family, following a short illness on Thursday, August 2nd, 2018. Brendan was pre-deceased by his sister Sr. Helen. Brendan’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride East on Saturday, August 4th with burial afterwards in St. Brigid’s Cemetery.
.Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
Keep our town tidy by buying a reusable blue coffee cup. For sale now locally in Bailie Stores. All proceeds go to the Tidy Towns.
Also a ‘ No JUNK MAIL’ on your door helps reduce paper waste. The local ‘Clean Up’ continues on Tuesdays at 7pm. All welcome.
Safe Pass:
Safepass on Friday 24th August from 8am -4pm, lunch included, course fee €100. Please contact Bailieborough Business Centre on 042-96 94 716 for further details.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:
Our under 13’s are getting ready for the coming season, starting September, and training is on Thursday evenings from 7 – 8pm. New players welcome.
Senior pre-season training is on Sunday mornings at 12.00. All players interested in playing in the first short season (August to November) before calendar soccer comes into effect in 2019 are welcome.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife, Ann, son Dermot, daughters Olivia and Sharon, sister Peggy, sons-in-law Brendan and Philip, grandchildren Adam, Tom and Faye, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends on the death of Tenny Sexton, Greaghagibney, Grousehall, Bailieborough, Cavan who passed away peacefully at Cavan General Hospital, after a long illness, surrounded by his wife and family on Thursday, August 2nd. Tenny was predeceased by his sister Maura. Tenny’s Funeral Mass took place in St Michael’s Church, Clifferna on Sunday, August 5th with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Citizen’s Information:
Please note that there will be NO Citizens Information service at the Library for the month of August. The service resumes on Tuesday, September 4th at 1.30pm!
Beginners Yoga:
Beginners Yoga takes place every Saturday morning between 9.30 and 10.30am, in Bailieborough Leisure Centre. €60 for six classes/€12 per ‘drop-in’ class. Contact Darren at 086 846 9581 or email darrenclarke@campus.ie for further information. Bring a yoga mat, an open mind and wear comfortable clothing.
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.
Adult Spanish Lessons:
Spanish Adult Lessons are back in September, in Bailieboro Business Centre. Every Tuesday and Wednesday evening, from completely beginners to intermediate level. For more information please ring 0877414735.
St. Vincent DePaul: Annual Pilgrimage to Knock:
The annual St. Vincent DePaul Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Saturday, September 8th. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 8.30am. Booking with 15 bus fare, in Vincent’s Shop, Main Street by Saturday, September 1st.
Fundraising Table Quiz:
Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA Club’s Brendan Shevlin—who works for Manor Farm, is heading to Haiti to help with the Haven Chicken Project. Brendan is part of a group from Manor Farm who are going over to build Chicken Farms in Haiti. As part of his efforts Brendan also needs to Fundraise and as part of these Fundraising Efforts, he is having a Table Quiz in Nixy’s, The Square Bar at 10pm on Friday next 17th, August 2018. All are invited to turn out and support Brendan in his Fundraising Efforts. What a wonderful thing Brendan is doing. All welcome.
Blessing of the Graves:
The Annual Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Anne’s Cemetery on Sunday, September 2nd at 12 noon. Now would be the ideal time to look after the grave or a plot of a loved one in preparation for Cemetery Sunday.
Dogs Trust Ireland: Workshop in the Library:
Thinking of getting a dog for your family? Dogs Trust Ireland will host a workshop at Bailieborough Library on Thursday, August 16th at 2.30pm, with Education Officer, Paul Cleary and his dog, Magic. The workshop is FREE with lots of information and facts about getting a dog and what to expect!
Church of Ireland Services for August :
Sunday 19 August:
Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.
Sunday 26 August:
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 Poetry Festival 2018: Bailieborough Poetry Competition: The Festival will take place from 4th to 7th October 2018. The Bailieborough Poetry Prize 2018 is now open for entries. The judge this year is Noel Monahan and the closing date for the submission of entries is Monday, September 10th, 2018. Full competition rules are available on the Bailieborough Poetry website.
Full details soon but there will be poetry readings, open mics, poetry workshops, the Annual Poetry Competition and an associated Art Exhibition.
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.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for August, September and October 2018: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–August 19th (Sunday 12.30pm), September 15th (Saturday, 1.30pm), September 23rd (Sunday, 12.30pm) October 6th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and October 28th (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.
All- Ireland Drag Hunt Heats:
The Irish Northern Drag Hunt Association are delighted to host the All Ireland Heats on Saturday the 25th August, starting at 1 pm, at the farm of Patrick Shalvey, Maudabawn. Spectators of all ages very welcome. Presentations, entertainment and refreshments will take place in Connolly’s Pub, Cootehill at 9pm. Everybody very welcome.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 13th August 2018
Hurling Camogie Camp 2018.
3-day Camp in Kingscourt Stars GAA grounds. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 21/22/23rd August from 10-1.30pm. For boys and girls aged 6-12 (primary school ages). €30 per child. All are very welcome. A great way to get introduced to hurling before joining our club if you haven’t played hurling before. Lots of great hurling activity for all to enjoy. Registration from 9.15 on the first day.
Under 7/9/11; Great trip to Carlanstown on Tuesday last in bright sunshine to play new Meath hurling club North Meath Gaels. We had 2 under 9 sides and one large squad of U11s. Great hurling on show. Training on Monday in Killann at 6.45.
U11s in Carlanstown.
U9s in Carlanstown.
2nd U9 team with their North Meath Gaels friends.
Under 13; The lads now await Cavan competitions.
Under 15; A great win after a long trip to Lisbellaw to take on the hosts on Monday last. We received a walkover in the latest round v Monaghan Harps. Two more regular rounds, v Carrick this Thursday, and Blayney Monday 20th, both in Kingscourt, before the knockout stages.
Mondays U15 squad.
Under 17; Proving very difficult to get fixtures during the summer months. More info at training.
Adult; Training Thursday 7.30 in Killann. New players especially welcome.
The week ahead;
Monday; Training for U7/9/11/13/15 in Killann. U7/9/11 6.45. Older lads 7pm.
Thursday; U15s home to Carrick in Kingscourt 7.30. Adult training 7.30 in Killann.
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.
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.
Bailieborough News. August 13th 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.
Bailieborough Heritage Committee:
The Bailieborough Heritage Committee are holding an ‘Industrial Exhibition’ in Murtagh’s Yard, Main Street, on Saturday next, August 18th from 12 noon to 9.00pm and also on Sunday next, August 19th from 11.00am to 5.00pm. This exhibition will show case Machinery, Garden Furniture, Tools and many items of Historical interest from Bailieborough’s industrial past. If you have any item/s or artefacts that you would like displayed, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 063 5856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488, who will make arrangements for collection and return of items. The Exhibition event is free of charge and all are most welcome.
Heritage Week 2018:
’ My Seven Year Stitch’ Showcases Sally-Ann Duffy’s textile art created during an extraordinary and emotional seven-year period of her life. She believes that the immersion in creative projects through that time has supported her mental health and has been both therapeutic and healing. The art work will be displayed in the beautiful Bailieborough Library arts space until the end of August.
Moybologue Historical Society – Cumann Seanchais Mhaigh Bolg is proud to present details for our Heritage Week 2018 event ‘Moybologue: Stories from the Stones’ on Sunday next, 19th August at 3pm in St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker, Kells, Co. Meath.
This year our event coincides with the annual Blessings of the Graves in the parish of Tierworker and Moybologue and we hope to take this opportunity to #ShareAStory and #MakeAConnection with people from near and far who are in the parish on the day for Cemetery Sunday.
Our event is completely free-of-charge, there is plenty of parking and there will be plenty of refreshments served.
So come along, catch up with your old and new neighbours, and your ancestors while you’re at it, find out what we’ve been up to and tell us your story!
Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival:
We are calling on the people of Bailieborough, if you have ideas or would like to give us a helping hand with Festival 2019 or the Christmas Lights 2018, we would greatly appreciate it!! Just contact any committee member who will be able to give you further information.
Bailieborough Walking Group:
Wednesday, August 15th– Derrygoney/Loughbawn, (A) Walk 2hrs approx. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.45pm. Walk commences at Derrygooney School at 7.15pm. From Shercock travel towards Cootehill, at 3.8kilometeres turn right for Ballybay, a further 2km turn left and continue for a further 2.5kilometeres to the school on the right.
Wednesday, August 22nd – Skeagh/ Knockbride East (M) – 1.5hr approx. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 7.00pm. Meet at Skeaghville Chalets at 7.15pm. From Bailieborough take Cavan road for 3 km, turn right for Cootehill Road R191, at 2km take a right at sign for Skeaghville, continue straight on this road for approx 2km. All welcome.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Kitty, son Raymond, daughters Ann, Carol and Joan, son-in-law Michael, daughters-in-law Rosie, Therese, brothers Aiden, Gerard and Sean Vincent, sister Marie, nieces, nephews, grandchildren Nathan, Alannah, Zarah, Olin, Jill, Brendan and Eleanor, cousins, relatives and friends on the death of Brendan McChesney,
Drumamuck, Bailieborough, Cavan who passed away peacefully at his home, in the loving care of his wife Kitty and Family, following a short illness on Thursday, August 2nd, 2018. Brendan was pre-deceased by his sister Sr. Helen. Brendan’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride East on Saturday, August 4th with burial afterwards in St. Brigid’s Cemetery.
.Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
Keep our town tidy by buying a reusable blue coffee cup. For sale now locally in Bailie Stores. All proceeds go to the Tidy Towns.
Also a ‘ No JUNK MAIL’ on your door helps reduce paper waste. The local ‘Clean Up’ continues on Tuesdays at 7pm. All welcome.
Safe Pass:
Safepass on Friday 24th August from 8am -4pm, lunch included, course fee €100. Please contact Bailieborough Business Centre on 042-96 94 716 for further details.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:
Our under 13’s are getting ready for the coming season, starting September, and training is on Thursday evenings from 7 – 8pm. New players welcome.
Senior pre-season training is on Sunday mornings at 12.00. All players interested in playing in the first short season (August to November) before calendar soccer comes into effect in 2019 are welcome.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife, Ann, son Dermot, daughters Olivia and Sharon, sister Peggy, sons-in-law Brendan and Philip, grandchildren Adam, Tom and Faye, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends on the death of Tenny Sexton, Greaghagibney, Grousehall, Bailieborough, Cavan who passed away peacefully at Cavan General Hospital, after a long illness, surrounded by his wife and family on Thursday, August 2nd. Tenny was predeceased by his sister Maura. Tenny’s Funeral Mass took place in St Michael’s Church, Clifferna on Sunday, August 5th with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Citizen’s Information:
Please note that there will be NO Citizens Information service at the Library for the month of August. The service resumes on Tuesday, September 4th at 1.30pm!
Beginners Yoga:
Beginners Yoga takes place every Saturday morning between 9.30 and 10.30am, in Bailieborough Leisure Centre. €60 for six classes/€12 per ‘drop-in’ class. Contact Darren at 086 846 9581 or email darrenclarke@campus.ie for further information. Bring a yoga mat, an open mind and wear comfortable clothing.
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.
Adult Spanish Lessons:
Spanish Adult Lessons are back in September, in Bailieboro Business Centre. Every Tuesday and Wednesday evening, from completely beginners to intermediate level. For more information please ring 0877414735.
St. Vincent DePaul: Annual Pilgrimage to Knock:
The annual St. Vincent DePaul Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Saturday, September 8th. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 8.30am. Booking with 15 bus fare, in Vincent’s Shop, Main Street by Saturday, September 1st.
Fundraising Table Quiz:
Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA Club’s Brendan Shevlin—who works for Manor Farm, is heading to Haiti to help with the Haven Chicken Project. Brendan is part of a group from Manor Farm who are going over to build Chicken Farms in Haiti. As part of his efforts Brendan also needs to Fundraise and as part of these Fundraising Efforts, he is having a Table Quiz in Nixy’s, The Square Bar at 10pm on Friday next 17th, August 2018. All are invited to turn out and support Brendan in his Fundraising Efforts. What a wonderful thing Brendan is doing. All welcome.
Blessing of the Graves:
The Annual Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Anne’s Cemetery on Sunday, September 2nd at 12 noon. Now would be the ideal time to look after the grave or a plot of a loved one in preparation for Cemetery Sunday.
Dogs Trust Ireland: Workshop in the Library:
Thinking of getting a dog for your family? Dogs Trust Ireland will host a workshop at Bailieborough Library on Thursday, August 16th at 2.30pm, with Education Officer, Paul Cleary and his dog, Magic. The workshop is FREE with lots of information and facts about getting a dog and what to expect!
Church of Ireland Services for August :
Sunday 19 August:
Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.
Sunday 26 August:
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 Poetry Festival 2018: Bailieborough Poetry Competition: The Festival will take place from 4th to 7th October 2018. The Bailieborough Poetry Prize 2018 is now open for entries. The judge this year is Noel Monahan and the closing date for the submission of entries is Monday, September 10th, 2018. Full competition rules are available on the Bailieborough Poetry website.
Full details soon but there will be poetry readings, open mics, poetry workshops, the Annual Poetry Competition and an associated Art Exhibition.
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.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for August, September and October 2018: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–August 19th (Sunday 12.30pm), September 15th (Saturday, 1.30pm), September 23rd (Sunday, 12.30pm) October 6th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and October 28th (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.
All- Ireland Drag Hunt Heats:
The Irish Northern Drag Hunt Association are delighted to host the All Ireland Heats on Saturday the 25th August, starting at 1 pm, at the farm of Patrick Shalvey, Maudabawn. Spectators of all ages very welcome. Presentations, entertainment and refreshments will take place in Connolly’s Pub, Cootehill at 9pm. Everybody very welcome.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 13th August 2018
Hurling Camogie Camp 2018.
3-day Camp in Kingscourt Stars GAA grounds. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 21/22/23rd August from 10-1.30pm. For boys and girls aged 6-12 (primary school ages). €30 per child. All are very welcome. A great way to get introduced to hurling before joining our club if you haven’t played hurling before. Lots of great hurling activity for all to enjoy. Registration from 9.15 on the first day.
Under 7/9/11; Great trip to Carlanstown on Tuesday last in bright sunshine to play new Meath hurling club North Meath Gaels. We had 2 under 9 sides and one large squad of U11s. Great hurling on show. Training on Monday in Killann at 6.45.
U11s in Carlanstown.
U9s in Carlanstown.
2nd U9 team with their North Meath Gaels friends.
Under 13; The lads now await Cavan competitions.
Under 15; A great win after a long trip to Lisbellaw to take on the hosts on Monday last. We received a walkover in the latest round v Monaghan Harps. Two more regular rounds, v Carrick this Thursday, and Blayney Monday 20th, both in Kingscourt, before the knockout stages.
Mondays U15 squad.
Under 17; Proving very difficult to get fixtures during the summer months. More info at training.
Adult; Training Thursday 7.30 in Killann. New players especially welcome.
The week ahead;
Monday; Training for U7/9/11/13/15 in Killann. U7/9/11 6.45. Older lads 7pm.
Thursday; U15s home to Carrick in Kingscourt 7.30. Adult training 7.30 in Killann.
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.
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.