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Bailieborough News. October 2nd 2017. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellBailieborough Shamrocks: ‘Lip Sync’ Fundraiser -All Weather Pitch Project.
Major Fundraiser Lip Sync Battles This Saturday night.
Bailieborough Shamrocks Gaa Clubs Major Fundraiser ‘Lip Sync Battles’ takes place this coming Saturday the 7th October 2017 at 8pm in Killinkere Leisure Centre. This show is going to be spectacular and we have 13 amazing Acts who have been rehearsing for the past 6 weeks. The time and effort everyone has put in has been mind blowing and we as a club can’t thank each and every one enough. You are certainly going to blow the roof of Killinkere Leisure Centre with your performances.
Our Judges on the night are Damien O’ Reilly, Countrywide on RTE Radio, Mike Sheehan aka Dean from Fair City and our very own Liz O’ Hanlon (The Night Joe Dolans Car Broke Down).
The whole idea of having this Fundraiser is to construct an All Weather Pitch in our Gaa Grounds. The Contractor moved in last week and work has started so it’s all systems go. We hope to have this project finished by the end of November and it will be available to our ever expanding club members and the wider community and community groups. This facility will allow our teams to train any time of the year. In 8 weeks’ time we will have our Main Playing field, a 117M x 80M training field and our All Weather Pitch. Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA Club will be well equipped after this to cater for our ever expanding membership. Our Facilities will be as good as any in the County bar none. With 1,000 tickets sold we expect a packed venue on the night and I promise you all you won’t be disappointed with the show. So anyone who hasn’t got a ticket yet, hurry as you don’t want to miss this massive production. There will be tickets available at the door on the night. Looking forward to seeing you all there Saturday night.
Bailieborough Poetry Festival:. The Bailieborough Poetry Festival will take place this weekend. Now in its 5th year the Poetry Festival will be host to artist Michelle Boyle, Noel Monahan, Patrick Chapman, Gerard Smyth, Liam McCabe, Linda Opyr and Emily Wills.
Bailieborough Poetry Festival Programme of events.
THURSDAY 5th October-Bailieborough Library 7pm.
Official opening of Poetry Festival AND visual art exhibition by Michelle Boyle in the Library Arts space.
This event will include a selected reading by members of the LitLab collaborating with the artist and her work.
FRIDAY 6th October- Murtagh’s Lounge- 7.30pm.
Noel Monahan, the Cavan and internationally renowned poet, has edited the third anthology of poems by LitLab, entitled ‘Frank Miller Stole My Girl’. He will officially launch the collection, which will be followed by a LitLab reading from the anthology.
Noel Monahan will then read a selection of his own work.
An open mic will follow and then finishing the night will be Liam McCabe, musician with his recent collection of spoken word songs.
SATURDAY 7th October- Bailieborough Library
Bailieborough Library
10am-1pm. Poetry workshop by American poet Linda Opyr.
Bailie Hotel
10am-1pm. Poetry workshop by UK poet Emily Wills.
Bailieborough Library
2.30pm. Bailieborough Poetry Prize presentation by poet Patrick Chapman, followed with readings by winning poets. The following poems have been shortlisted for the Award:
‘My Apple’ – M. McSweeney,
‘The Neuroses of Tralee’ – G. Egan,
‘Open to Interpretation’ – K. O’Connor,
‘Children of the Shadow Men’ – R. Coventry,
‘Before the Flow’ – M. McFadden,
‘Antler’ – G. Moore,
‘Ode to the Red Squirrels of Tollymore Forest’ – G. Tobin and
‘Cranford Park’ – C. James.
‘Hold On’ – C. James
‘Monument’ – L. Sharpe
3.30-4pm. Tea break.
4pm. Reading by Patrick Chapman.
4.30-5pm. Open mic.
Murtagh’s lounge
7.30pm readings by travelling guest poets, Linda Opyr and Emily Wills.
8.30pm reading by renowned Irish poet, Gerard Smyth
Music to finish.
Bailieborough Poetry Festival……………..WHERE WORDS MATTER.
Bailieborough Branch of the Irish Red Cross: The Bailieborough Branch of the Irish Red Cross would like to express their gratitude to the people of Bailieborough, Killann and Shercock for their support of their recent collection. We collected €820 for the Donegal Flood Appeal, many thanks to all.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest sympathy is extended to sons, Michael, P.J., Eamon, Eugene and Andrew, daughters Maureen, Agnes, Margaret and Sue, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and large family circle on the death of Mrs. Margaret Lynch (nee Rooney), wife of the late Patrick, Seefin, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan in her 95th year, who passed away peacefully at Fairlawns Nursing Home, Bailieborough on Friday, September 22nd. Margaret was predeceased by son Thomas, daughter Bridget and grandson Declan Quinn. Margaret’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West on Monday, September 24th with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
St. Vincent DePaul Appeal: St Vincent De Paul need your help, we are seeking donations of good quality Bric a Brac for the shop. This would include ornaments, dinner sets, tea sets cutlery, plates, dishes, glasses and pictures. Also, good condition curtains, towels, sheets, pillow cases and table linen, which are saleable in the shop. Thank you for your support for this appeal and for all your support in the past. Goods can be handed in to the shop on the Main Street.
‘Free Irish Classes’: FREE Irish Classes, starting at the Library on Tuesday, October 17th at 2pm. This course is accredited and facilitated by a qualified tutor. Places are limited and may be subject to conditions. Phone 042 9665779 for enquiries.
“Spanish Coffee Morning in Bailieborough”: Learn Spanish in a friendly environment with a Native Spanish Teacher, while enjoying a nice cup of tea or coffee. Lesson are every Tuesday from 10 to 11am, Beginners. Price: 5 lessons €50. To enrol please contact Lydia on 0877414735. One to one lessons and grinds also available.
Cootehill Pony Club Charity Drive: The Club had a brilliant turn out for this year’s Charity/Memorial Drive. This year they were raising money for the Children’s Ward and Special Care Baby Unit in Cavan General Hospital. They would like to thank all the drivers who turned out for the day and all those who came along to support the club. Their thanks also goes out to Joe and Mary O’Reilly in the Hideout for their hospitality before and after the drive. The Club would also like to thank all the people and business people in Bailieborough for their help and support in making the day such a success.
Congratulations to Paddy Mulligan on being awarded the Sean McQuillan Perpetual Cup and to Freddie Lockhart on being award the Noel McDermott Perpetual Shield.
“Spanish for Children”: Classes will be arranged accordingly with their age group. Children from juniors to 6th class. Children will learn Spanish in a very friendly and dynamic manner. Starting soon!!! Names taken now. Feel free to contact Lydia on 0877414735.
HARVEST THANKSGIVING: The Annual Harvest Thanksgiving will take place at the Saturday and Sunday Masses on the weekend of October 14th and 15th. If you have any produce, that you would like displayed, please contact, Marie Guckian or Geraldine Reilly.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to son Jimmy, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends on the death of Nancy Brady (nee Fitzpatrick), Carrickgorman, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Monday 25th September. Nancy was predeceased by her husband, James some years ago. Nancy’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Ultan’s Church, Killinkere, on Thursday morning, September 28th with burial afterwards in St. Ultan’s Cemetery.
Bailieborough Men’s Shed: Located at the Beckscourt Centre, the Men’s Shed is an excellent outlet for men to get together, enjoy their time, have a chat and learn new skills. All are welcome. Anyone interested or needing further details, please call into the Centre or call: 042 9694825.
East Cavan Gaels: Hurling Club: East Cavan Gaels are currently recruiting minor and adult players to join their Club, to enter into competitions for the first time, starting with a new 9-a-side league. All adults/minors from the entire region i.e. Bailieborough, Shercock, Killann, Knockbride, Killinkere, Mullagh areas, who wish to join us are invited to come along.
Classes at the B.D.A. Centre: Computers for Beginners – Tuesday Evenings, 5 weeks for 2 Hours, Print Bank Statements, Book Holidays, Set up Email, On Line Motor Tax and much more.
Computers for Improvers – Getting your photos from your phone to print, send attachments with email, an introduction to word, excel, social media and much more.
Graphic Design – Create and print posters and advertisements for your small business or club.
Web Design – Create and manage Web sites for your small business or club, computer competency necessary.
Microsoft Word – Letters, Mail Merges, Setting up and printing documents, booklets, leaflets.
Microsoft Excel – Keeping records for your small business or club.
All classes are free – Call 042-969-4716 or 086-794-9739 to Reserve your place.
Hardtimes Chorus will present “Thank You for the Music” a wonderful concert in aid of St Anne’s Church Renovation Project. Tickets are now available in St Anne’s Parish Office (Curate’s House), Virginia Road on Mondays from 10.30am to 3.30pm, Thursday’s from 10.00am to 3.30pm and Fridays from 2.00pm to 6.00pm, Super Valu, Bailie Stores and the Bailie Hotel. Tickets will also be available after weekend Masses from October 8th. Your support would be much appreciated. The Show date is Friday 10th November 2017 at 8 pm in St Anne’s Church. Admission €15.00.
Bailieborough Social Day Group: The Group will resume again after the Summer break in the Community Centre, today, Wednesday, October 4th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. Welcome to all our existing members and hope to see some new members from the wider Bailieborough Community area for lots of activities, chat, outings, music, song, refreshments, etc…
Bailieborough Community Indoor Bowls: Bailieborough Community Indoor Bowls take place every Tuesday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.
Six out of Six!: The Bailieboro Celtic senior ‘A’ team’s winning start to the season continued on Sunday last, when they defeated Drogheda side, Hazel Lane by 1—0 in their top of the table clash in Drogheda. This win sees the side top of the table by two points with a game less played. The senior reserve side also had a great win when they defeated Glenmuir 2nds by 2—1 at the Vale Grounds on Saturday afternoon last. This result places the side third in their division, three points behind the leaders. Well done lads and keep up the good work!!
Baby and Toddler Group: Bailieborough Library Baby and Toddler Group starts back every Wednesday at the earlier time of 10am. All babies, toddlers, parents and minders are welcome. No charge.
Irish Dance Classes: Irish Dance Classes with World Champion Dancers, Aishling and Emma Fox takes place in Tierworker Hall on Wednesday and Friday evenings. All levels welcome. For more information, please contact: 087 205 9128 or 087 969 9235.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for October and November 2017: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–October 14th (Saturday, 1.30pm), October 22nd (Sunday, 12.0pm), November 11th (Saturday 1.30pm) and November 26th (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.
Ipads with Social Media for Beginners – Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm. This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs. (IPADS are provided). Contact:042 9665779 or
email: fburke@cavancoco.ie
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 2nd October 2017
Under 6/8/10; Indoor hurling is now fully back up and running in both Kingscourt on Thursdays and Bailieborough on Fridays. It has been one of the best new starts in many years with lots of new players joining the fun. Let’s keep up the good work. New players always welcome. Equipment supplied.
Under 12/13; U13 starts Wednesday 4th October on the 3G at Breffni Park. ECG will have two teams. Best of luck to all
Under 14; The 2017 Cavan U14 Hurling Championship Final is set for Monday 2nd October in Breffni 3G at 7pm. Best of luck to all our players, management and mentors as they take on reigning champions Cootehill.
Under 16; The lads head to Ballymachugh for an U16 tournament on Saturday next in what promises to be a good days hurling. Best of luck to all.
Adult and Minor; Adult hurling (it’s here, at last!); We have entered into the Cavan 9 a side adult league beginning in November on the 3G. This will be our first ever taste of adult hurling in the club and will act as preparation for a full 15 a side team in 2018. Training for all adult and minor players will be on Sunday mornings in Kingscourt Stars GAA grounds at 11am sharp.
The week ahead;
Wednesday; U13 Breffni 3G 7pm.
Thursday;. Kingscourt indoors U6/8/10 at 6.45.
Friday; Bailieborough indoors U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8.
Saturday; U16 tournament in Ballymachugh
Sunday; Adult and minor training 11am in Kingscourt Stars GAA grounds.
Midweek updates on our Facebook page- East Cavan Gaels Hurling.
THE GALLANT 5KM/10KM CHALLENGE: In aid of St Christopher’s Hospice Cavan takes place on Saturday 28th October 2017. This event will start and finish at McSeains Bar, Cornafean and will be marked out and stewarded along the route to guide you along the way to whichever distance you decide to participate in. Main sponsors are MacManus Pharmacies Cavan, O’Neill’s Pub and Shop in Redhills and Garry Smith from Smith’s Catering in Ballyconnell. Over the previous 13 years the Challenge has been an outstanding success raising €367,000 for this wonderful cause. There will be loads of surprises and craic on the day and it will be a fantastic day for the family. Entry fee on the day to participate in the Challenge is voluntary. Anyone wishing to donate to this very worthy cause can do so by leaving donations in the Village Foodstore, Crossdoney. All donations are greatly accepted.
Sponsorship cards are available from St Christopher’s Hospice 049-4332999, Ciaran Weir 086-0753309, William Hughes on 086-3584700 and Village Foodstore in Crossdoney. Please COME ALONG and support this worthy cause!!
Halloween Camps: Tanagh Forest School (6-11yrs) and Tanagh Bush Camp Craft (12-15yrs) camps are running over the Halloween, 31st Oct, 1st Nov and 2nd Nov. Forest School is in the morning from 10am-1pm and Bush Camp Craft is in the afternoon from 2pm-5pm. Contact Philomena for more information 049-5552988 or email: info@tanaghoutdooreducation.com
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. September 25th 2017. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellBailieborough Shamrocks: ‘Lip Sync’ Fundraiser -All Weather Pitch Project.
As you all may know now, we are running a Major Club Fundraiser ‘Lip Sync’ Battles on Saturday 7th October in Killinkere Leisure Centre. This fundraiser is vital for our Club as we will be starting to construct a 60M x 25M All Weather Pitch this week. In the next couple of days you will see the machines move in and construction begin. The Training pitch will be realigned also and there will be extensive work done on our Entrance from the Shercock Road with new fencing etc. This is an ambitious project and we will need as much support as possible from our members and the wider community. If anyone would like to advertise with us for our Fundraiser or by placing their business sign on our Main Pitch or on the Astro Pitch please contact any executive member. For non-business people, we would appreciate if you would buy a ticket or 2 for the show. It will be an amazing night and you won’t be disappointed with what you will witness. Again this facility will help us cater for our growing playing numbers and it will also be available to the wider community, schools, local groups / organisations etc. We as a club always get great support from the Community and we greatly appreciate all everyone has done for us over the years. In 8 week’s time, we will have our Main Playing field a 117M x 80M training field and our All Weather Pitch. Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA Club will be well equipped after this to cater for our ever expanding membership. Our Facilities will be as good as any in the County bar none.
Lip Sync Launch Night.
Last Friday night we had a great turnout for our Launch Night for our Major Fundraiser Lip Sync Battles in Nixys Square Bar. We have 13 Acts taking part in the show and 10 were in attendance on the night. Our thanks to everyone who turned up and especially to our Acts who are the most important people in this show, as without them we wouldn’t have a show. The amount of effort they are putting in is amazing and we as a Club cannot thank them enough. From the bottom of our hearts Thank you all so much. To Paddy Sheanon our MC and Ian McCabe the Anglo Celt photographer we appreciate ye rushing back from Breffni Park to help with our Launch Night. And to our Club Members, supporters and the Wider Community we would appeal to everyone to get their tickets quickly as they are selling fast. We expect a crowd of 1,000 to be in our venue in Killinkere Leisure Centre on Saturday 7th October 2017. All our Acts have tickets as well as all Club teams managers and selectors and anyone who is looking for tickets can contact Gavin the PRO on 086 7956796. Looking forward to seeing you all on the night, its going to be an amazing show.
Bailieboro Cancer Comfort Ltd greatly acknowledge the generosity of the local community and surrounding areas. Family Forest Walk held on Saturday, 19th August raised €1135, Blue Coin Box’s counted €1046, Raffle Cards of the Blanket made and donated by Valerie Scannell and her Junior Craft class raised €450 and TESCO Door collection on Saturday, 2nd September raised €1405.
We the committee— Thank You for your on-going support and generosity.
Library Renovations:
Due to minor renovations, the Library will remain closed on Friday, September 29th and Saturday September 30th. We will re-open on Tuesday October 3rd at 10am!
St. Vincent DePaul Appeal:
St Vincent De Paul need your help, we are seeking donations of good quality Bric a Brac for the shop. This would include ornaments, dinner sets, tea sets cutlery, plates, dishes, glasses and pictures. Also, good condition curtains, towels, sheets, pillow cases and table linen, which are saleable in the shop. Thank you for your support for this appeal and for all your support in the past. Goods can be handed in to the shop on the Main Street.
FRUIT BAGS FOR OXFAM BAILIEBORO FRUIT BAGS FOR OXFAM was held on Monday 18th of September. The damsons had to be picked earlier. Thank you so much to everyone who supported the event. There will not be a stall on the 28th.
“Spanish Coffee Morning in Bailieborough”:
Learn Spanish in a friendly environment with a Native Spanish Teacher, while enjoying a nice cup of tea or coffee. Lesson are every Tuesday from 10 to 11am, Beginners. Price: 5 lessons €50. To enrol please contact Lydia on 0877414735. One to one lessons and grinds also available.
Bailieborough Library: Reading Group:
Why not join Bailieborough Library Reading Group? We are starting back on Thursday, September 28th at 6pm. Everyone is welcome to our informal group and there is no charge. Book to read for October is Sebastian Barry’s ‘Days Without End’, copies of which will be available on the night! Refreshments will be on offer! Why not give it a try!
“Spanish for Children”:
Classes will be arranged accordingly with their age group. Children from juniors to 6th class. Children will learn Spanish in a very friendly and dynamic manner. Starting soon!!! Names taken now. Feel free to contact Lydia on 0877414735.
Bailieborough Men’s Shed:
Located at the Beckscourt Centre, the Men’s Shed is an excellent outlet for men to get together, enjoy their time, have a chat and learn new skills. All are welcome. Anyone interested or needing further details, please call into the Centre or call: 042 9694825.
Classes at the B.D.A. Centre: Computers for Beginners – Tuesday Evenings, 5 weeks for 2 Hours, Print Bank Statements, Book Holidays, Set up Email, On Line Motor Tax and much more.
Computers for Improvers – Getting your photos from your phone to print, send attachments with email, an introduction to word, excel, social media and much more.
Graphic Design – Create and print posters and advertisements for your small business or club.
Web Design – Create and manage Web sites for your small business or club, computer competency necessary.
Microsoft Word – Letters, Mail Merges, Setting up and printing documents, booklets, leaflets.
Microsoft Excel – Keeping records for your small business or club.
All classes are free – Call 042-969-4716 or 086-794-9739 to Reserve your place.
Hardtimes Chorus will present “Thank You for the Music” a wonderful concert in aid of St Anne’s Church Renovation Project. Tickets are now available in St Anne’s Parish Office (Curate’s House), Virginia Road on Mondays from 10.30am to 3.30pm, Thursday’s from 10.00am to 3.30pm and Fridays from 2.00pm to 6.00pm, Super Valu, Bailie Stores and the Bailie Hotel. Tickets will also be available after weekend Masses from October 8th. Your support would be much appreciated. The Show date is Friday 10th November 2017 at 8 pm in St Anne’s Church. Admission €15.00.
Bailieborough Community Indoor Bowls:
Bailieborough Community Indoor Bowls take place every Tuesday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.
Bailieborough Women’s Group:
The Bailieborough Women’s Group will resume on Friday, September 29th, meeting in the Community Centre from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Lots of interests and activities planned. New members are most welcome.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd are preparing for their forthcoming Annual Variety Concert in November and would love to hear from local talent who would be interested in taking part. Contact any committee member or leave your details in to Fox’s Bar and Lounge before September 30th.
Five out of Five!:
The Bailieboro Celtic Senior ‘A’ team continued their terrific start to the new season with a hard fought 4—1 win against Redeemer Celtic at the Vale Grounds on Sunday morning last. Harry Eager, Ben Hannigan and Jamie Fitzgerald (2) scored the all-important goals. This weekend the side travel away to Hazel Lane which will be a top of the table clash. The ‘B’ Reserve team also had a good result on Saturday afternoon last when they defeated Killmessan by 2—0, with Graham Bayliss and Seamus O’Neill getting the goals.
Baby and Toddler Group:
Bailieborough Library Baby and Toddler Group starts back every Wednesday at the earlier time of 10am. All babies, toddlers, parents and minders are welcome. No charge.
Irish Dance Classes:
Irish Dance Classes with World Champion Dancers, Aishling and Emma Fox takes place in Tierworker Hall on Wednesday and Friday evenings. All levels welcome. For more information, please contact: 087 205 9128 or 087 969 9235.
Bailieborough Red Cross:
Thanks to all who supported our Collection in Aid of The Donegal Flood Appeal last Saturday evening and Sunday morning in Bailieborough, Killann and Shercock.
Bailieborough School of Music:
Lotto results for 23/09/17. Numbers Drawn; 4, 5, 18, 20. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Oliver Cooney, Grousehall; Florrie McCabe, Lake View; Conor Kavanagh, Maple Court; Damien Callaghan, Beckscourt View. Jackpot next week, €1,600.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for October and November 2017: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–October 14th (Saturday, 1.30pm), October 22nd (Sunday, 12.0pm), November 11th (Saturday 1.30pm) and November 26th (Sunday 12.30pm).
Bailieborough Poetry Festival: Coming soon is the annual Bailieborough Poetry Festival from October 5th-7th so keep that weekend free.
Now in its 5th year the poetry festival will be host to artist Michelle Boyle, Noel Monahan, Patrick Chapman, Gerard Smyth, Liam McCabe, Linda Opyr and Emily Wills.
Bailieborough Poetry Festival Programme of events (watch for regular updates).
THURSDAY 5th October-Bailieborough Library 7pm.
Official opening of Poetry Festival AND visual art exhibition by Michelle Boyle in the Library Arts space.
This event will include a selected reading by members of the LitLab collaborating with the artist and her work.
FRIDAY 6th October- Murtagh’s Lounge- 7.30pm.
Noel Monahan, the Cavan and internationally renowned poet, has edited the third anthology of poems by LitLab, entitled ‘Frank Miller Stole My Girl’. He will officially launch the collection, which will be followed by a LitLab reading from the anthology.
Noel Monahan will then read a selection of his own work.
An open mic will follow and then finishing the night will be Liam McCabe, musician with his recent collection of spoken word songs.
SATURDAY 7th October- Bailieborough Library
Bailieborough Library
10am-1pm. Poetry workshop by American poet Linda Opyr.
Bailie Hotel
10am-1pm. Poetry workshop by UK poet Emily Wills.
Bailieborough Library
2.30pm. Bailieborough Poetry Prize presentation by poet Patrick Chapman, followed with readings by winning poets.
3.30-4pm. Tea break
4pm. Reading by Patrick Chapman.
4.30-5pm. Open mic
Murtagh’s lounge
7.30pm readings by travelling guest poets, Linda Opyr and Emily Wills.
8.30pm reading by renowned Irish poet, Gerard Smyth
Music to finish.
Bailieborough Poetry Festival……………..WHERE WORDS MATTER.
Bailieborough Library: Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm
Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.
Ipads with Social Media for Beginners – Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm. This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs. (IPADS are provided). Contact:042 9665779 or
email: fburke@cavancoco.ie
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 25th September 2017
Under 6/8/10; Indoor hurling is now fully back up and running in both Kingscourt on Thursdays and Bailieborough on Fridays. It has been one of the best new starts in many years with lots of new players joining the fun. Let’s keep up the good work. New players always welcome.
Above; Kingscourt U6/8/10s
Above; Bailieborough group U10s
Above; Bailieborough group U6/8s.
Under 12; These lads had a good game with Carrick on Sunday morning. U13 starts Wednesday 4th October on the 3G at Breffni Park.
After school Hurling; Cavan GAA and Ulster GAA will provide 5 weeks of after school hurling coaching in Kingscourt Community Centre continuing this coming Tuesday 4-5.15pm for those in 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th class. New and existing players, from the entire region, very welcome. These are very good sessions free from the sometimes difficult elements working on key hurling skills with a lot of fun also.
Under 14; The 2017 Cavan U14 Hurling Championship Final is set for next Monday 2nd October in Breffni. Best of luck to all our players, management and mentors as they take on reigning champions Cootehill.
Under 16 and Minor; Unfortunately after a very encouraging start to both Ulster competitions at these age grades, we had to pull out of these competitions as local Gaelic football fixtures meant we could not access our players. We hope fixtures, both locally and in Ulster, can be streamlined more effectively in 2018 to give Gaels the opportunity to play both codes of which very many wish to do but cannot.
Adult hurling (its coming!); We have entered into the Cavan 9 a side adult league beginning in November likely on the 3G. This will be our first ever taste of adult hurling in the club and will act as preparation for a full 15 a side team in 2018. Training for all adult and minor players will be on Sundaymorning in Kingscourt Stars GAA grounds at 11am sharp.
Training times;
U12/14/16/18;
All training at BCS pitch Wednesday 6.30pm TBC as there is football again this week.
Players will receive a text.
The week ahead;
Tuesday; After school hurling in Kingscourt Community Centre for boy in 3rd-6th class. 4-5.15pm. No charge Equipment supplied.
Wednesday; U14/16/18 training at BCS pitch 6.30pm TBC.
Thursday;. Kingscourt indoors U6/8/10 at 6.45.
Friday; Bailieborough indoors U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8.
Midweek updates on our Facebook page- East Cavan Gaels Hurling.
Halloween Camps: Tanagh Forest School (6-11yrs) and Tanagh Bush Camp Craft (12-15yrs) camps are running over the Halloween, 31st Oct, 1st Nov and 2nd Nov. Forest School is in the morning from 10am-1pm and Bush Camp Craft is in the afternoon from 2pm-5pm. Contact Philomena for more information 049-5552988 or email: info@tanaghoutdooreducation.com
Book early to avoid disappointment.
Autumn Craft and Gift Fair: Autumn Craft and Gift Fair, Sunday 1st October, from 12-5pm, in the Slieve Russell Hotel, Ballyconnell, free admission. For more 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.
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. September 18th 2017. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellKnockbride Church of Ireland Harvest Service:
The Harvest Service in Knockbride Parish Church takes place this Sunday 24th September at 8pm. The speaker will be Revd. Simon Scott and the service will be followed by refreshments in the hall. All are invited and all are welcome – come and join us!
Moybologue Historical Society: Old Photograph Request: The society would be very grateful to hear from anyone who has old photographs at or inside Moybologue old graveyard, or at the Moat, particularly before the last restoration works in 1988-89. Please contact the society atmoybologuehs@gmail.com, or via Facebook.
Library Renovations: Due to minor renovations, the Library will remain closed on Friday, September 29th and Saturday September 30th. We will re-open on Tuesday October 3rd at 10am!
Bailieborough ‘Stop Waste Food’ Challenge:
Stop Food Waste are challenging Irish households to reduce their food waste. Taking this challenge will start you on the road to less food waste and could save you as much as €60 each month. Interested? Bailieborough Stop Food Waste Challenge will take place at the Library on Thursdays, September 21st and 28th. This is a FREE event and all members of the community are welcome to attend. Register your interest by emailing info@cavancoco.ie
FRUIT BAGS FOR OXFAM is a locally organised event that will take place on Thursday, September 28th outside Tesco in Bailieboro.
Small bags of locally picked Damson fruit will be sold. We would like to raise awareness and funds for the Developing World Charity, Oxfam.
More info https://www.oxfamireland.org/bailieboro-fruit-bags-oxfam
“Spanish Coffee Morning in Bailieborough”: Learn Spanish in a friendly environment with a Native Spanish Teacher, while enjoying a nice cup of tea or coffee. Lesson are every Tuesday from 10 to 11am, Beginners. Price: 5 lessons €50. To enrol please contact Lydia on 0877414735. One to one lessons and grinds also available.
Bailieborough Library: Reading Group:
Why not join Bailieborough Library Reading Group? We are starting back on Thursday, September 28th at 6pm. Everyone is welcome to our informal group and there is no charge. Book to read for October is Sebastian Barry’s ‘Days Without End’, copies of which will be available on the night! Refreshments will be on offer! Why not give it a try!
“Spanish for Children”:
Classes will be arranged accordingly with their age group. Children from juniors to 6th class. Children will learn Spanish in a very friendly and dynamic manner. Starting soon!!! Names taken now. Feel free to contact Lydia on 0877414735.
Bailieborough Men’s Shed:
Located at the Beckscourt Centre, the Men’s Shed is an excellent outlet for men to get together, enjoy their time, have a chat and learn new skills. All are welcome. Anyone interested or needing further details, please call into the Centre or call: 042 9694825.
Classes at the B.D.A. Centre: Computers for Beginners – Tuesday Evenings, 5 weeks for 2 Hours, Print Bank Statements, Book Holidays, Set up Email, On Line Motor Tax and much more.
Computers for Improvers – Getting your photos from your phone to print, send attachments with email, an introduction to word, excel, social media and much more.
Graphic Design – Create and print posters and advertisements for your small business or club.
Web Design – Create and manage Web sites for your small business or club, computer competency necessary.
Microsoft Word – Letters, Mail Merges, Setting up and printing documents, booklets, leaflets.
Microsoft Excel – Keeping records for your small business or club.
All classes are free – Call 042-969-4716 or 086-794-9739 to Reserve your place.
Hardtimes Chorus will present “Thank You for the Music” a wonderful concert in aid of St Anne’s Church Renovation Project. Tickets are now available in Super Valu, Bailie Stores, the Bailie Hotel and St Anne’s Parish Office, Virginia Road, Bailieborough. Your support would be much appreciated. The Show date is Friday 10th November 2017 at 8 pm in St Anne’s Church. Admission €15.00.
Speech and Drama: There are still spaces in the Community Hall in Tunnyduff. Any enquiries please contact Kate Kelly on 0863148407.
Bailieborough Community Indoor Bowls:
Bailieborough Community Indoor Bowls take place every Tuesday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.
Bailieborough Women’s Group:
The Bailieborough Women’s Group will resume on Friday, September 29th, meeting in the Community Centre from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Lots of interests and activities planned. New members are most welcome.
Bailieborough Red Cross:
The Annual Bailieborough Red Cross ‘Church Gate Collection’—in aid of the Donegal Flood Appeal—will take place on Saturday next, September 23rd and Sunday, September 24th. The Collection will take place at St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, St. Anne’s, Killann and St. Patrick’s Church, Shercock. Please support.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd are preparing for their forthcoming Annual Variety Concert in November and would love to hear from local talent who would be interested in taking part. Contact any committee member or leave your details in to Fox’s Bar and Lounge before September 30th.
Baby and Toddler Group:
Bailieborough Library Baby and Toddler Group starts back every Wednesday at the earlier time of 10am. All babies, toddlers, parents and minders are welcome. No charge.
Irish Dance Classes:
Irish Dance Classes with World Champion Dancers, Aishling and Emma Fox takes place in Tierworker Hall on Wednesday and Friday evenings. All levels welcome. For more information, please contact: 087 205 9128 or 087 969 9235.
Charity Pony Drive:
Preparations are well underway for this year’s Memorial/Charity Pony Drive organised by the Cootehill Pony Club. The Drive will be taking place in Bailieborough at The Hideout, The Vale on Sunday next, 24th September, starting at 2pm. This year we are raising money for the Children’s Ward and Special Care Baby Unit in Cavan General Hospital. 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.
SOSAD Outreach, Bailieborough:
SOSAD Cavan are happy to announce due to so many requests over the years, they are opening up for 2 afternoons (Tuesdays and Thursdays) in the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough. Please contact 083 040 4833 for further information. Appointment only.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to son Sam (Ballaghadreen), daughters Iris Halliday (Arva), Gladys Carter (Scotland), Sophia Whyte (Ballyconnell), Joan Houlihan (Virginia), Martha Keyes (Ballyconnell) and Barbara Waller (Bailieborough), daughter-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister-in-law, relatives and friends on the death of Sophia Keith (nee Poyntz) wife of the late Edward, Lisball, Bailieborough, Co Cavan who died on Monday, 11th September 2017 at her residence. Sophia’s Funeral Service took place in Arva Parish Church on Wednesday, 13th September followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard.
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.:
Bailieborough Shamrocks proudly presents, ‘Lip Sync Battles’ in Killinkere Leisure Centre on Saturday, October 7th. 15 Acts are to perform on the night and there are a few Celebrity Judges in place as well. Tickets are selling fast and this is guaranteed to be a sell-out show. Tickets are available directly from managers of all Football and Camogie Teams. The funds will be used for the new Astro Turf pitch which is commencing shortly, all kids and adults will have access to this fantastic sports facility in the years ahead and the project will be completed long before next season.
Bailieborough School of Music:Lotto results for 16/09/17. Numbers Drawn; 3, 4, 5, 21. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Garret Callaghan; Adam and Julie Jnr, Leiter Lane; Paddy Clarke, Twin Oaks; Leona McDonnell, Galbolie. Jackpot next week, €1,500.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for October and November 2017: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–October 14th (Saturday, 1.30pm), October 22nd (Sunday, 12.0pm), November 11th (Saturday 1.30pm) and November 26th (Sunday 12.30pm).
Fíor Ceili: Fíor Céilí practice in Killinkere GAA Centre resumes on Wednesday 27th September at 8.30pm. All levels welcome.
Bailieborough Poetry Festival:
Coming soon is the annual Bailieborough Poetry Festival from October 5th-7th so keep that weekend free.
Now in its 5th year the poetry festival will be host to artist Michelle Boyle, Noel Monahan, Patrick Chapman, Gerard Smyth, Liam McCabe, Linda Opyr and Emily Wills.
Bailieborough Poetry Festival Programme of events (watch for regular updates).
THURSDAY 5th October-Bailieborough Library 7pm.
Official opening of Poetry Festival AND visual art exhibition by Michelle Boyle in the Library Arts space.
This event will include a selected reading by members of the LitLab collaborating with the artist and her work.
FRIDAY 6th October- Murtagh’s Lounge- 7.30pm.
Noel Monahan, the Cavan and internationally renowned poet, has edited the third anthology of poems by LitLab, entitled ‘Frank Miller Stole My Girl’. He will officially launch the collection, which will be followed by a LitLab reading from the anthology.
Noel Monahan will then read a selection of his own work.
An open mic will follow and then finishing the night will be Liam McCabe, musician with his recent collection of spoken word songs.
SATURDAY 7th October- Bailieborough Library
Bailieborough Library
10am-1pm. Poetry workshop by American poet Linda Opyr.
Bailie Hotel
10am-1pm. Poetry workshop by UK poet Emily Wills.
Bailieborough Library
2.30pm. Bailieborough Poetry Prize presentation by poet Patrick Chapman, followed with readings by winning poets.
3.30-4pm. Tea break
4pm. Reading by Patrick Chapman.
4.30-5pm. Open mic
Murtagh’s lounge
7.30pm readings by travelling guest poets, Linda Opyr and Emily Wills.
8.30pm reading by renowned Irish poet, Gerard Smyth
Music to finish.
Bailieborough Poetry Festival……………..WHERE WORDS MATTER.
Bailieborough Library: Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm
Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.
Ipads with Social Media for Beginners – Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm. This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs. (IPADS are provided). Contact:042 9665779 or
email: fburke@cavancoco.ie
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 18th September 2017
Under 6/8/10; Indoor hurling is now fully back up and running in both Kingscourt on Thursdays and Bailieborough on Fridays. Let’s keep up the good work. New players always welcome. Anyone wishing to give a hand with these groups then please come to any session and we will certainly get you going.
Above; Kingscourt U6/8/10s
Above; Bailieborough group U10s
Above; Bailieborough group U6/8s.
Under 12;
Training for all on Monday 6.15-7.30 in Kingscourt.
Above; U12s after recent game with Gael Colmcille.
After school Hurling; Cavan GAA and Ulster GAA will provide 5 weeks of after school hurling coaching in Kingscourt Community Centre starting this coming Tuesday 4-5.15pm for those in 4th, 5th and 6th class.. New and existing players very welcome. These are very good sessions free from the sometimes difficult elements working on key hurling skills.
Under 16; No fixtures this week.
Minor; Awaiting re fixture as we lost games to football.
Training times; U12/14/16/18;
All training at BCS pitch Wednesday 6.30pm TBC as there is football again this week.
Players will receive a text.
The week ahead;
Wednesday; U14/16/18 training at BCS pitch 6.30pm TBC.
Thursday; Kingscourt indoors U6/8/10 at 6.45.
Friday; Bailieborough indoors U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8.
Midweek updates on our Facebook page- East Cavan Gaels Hurling.
Halloween Camps: Tanagh Forest School (6-11yrs) and Tanagh Bush Camp Craft (12-15yrs) camps are running over the Halloween, 31st Oct, 1st Nov and 2nd Nov. Forest School is in the morning from 10am-1pm and Bush Camp Craft is in the afternoon from 2pm-5pm. Contact Philomena for more information 049-5552988 or email: info@tanaghoutdooreducation.com
Book early to avoid disappointment.
Autumn Craft and Gift Fair: Autumn Craft and Gift Fair, Sunday 1st October, from 12-5pm, in the Slieve Russell Hotel, Ballyconnell, free admission. For more 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.
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.