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Bailieborough News. March 19th 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellSt. Patrick’s Day Parade:
On Saturday afternoon last, the 17th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade took place in the town. On a bitterly cold afternoon, with bits of snow falling, a smaller than usual crowd was present on Main Street to watch the Parade. Although the Parade was smaller than other years, it proved to be an enjoyable event for young and old. Mr. P.J. Barry—MC for the event—kept the attendance amused and informed about the various participants in the Parade. Two marching bands took part in the parade—the Corduff Pipe Band and St. Mary’s Brass and Reed Band, Kingscourt. Local sporting clubs, organisations and charities were well represented with some organisations making a very welcome return to the parade.
The Prize-winners on the day (which were independently judged) were, Best Float—Kingscourt Play Centre, Best Comedy Award went to ‘East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club’, the Best Dressed Shop Window went to ‘La Mirage’, Main Street and this year’s new award for Best Club and a prize of €500 went to Tierworker Irish Dancing Club.
THANK YOU to all the volunteers, entrepreneurs, voluntary and community groups, local businesses and anyone who helped out in this year’s Parade, without your help and enthusiasm, there would be no Parade! and despite the Artic weather and other events taking place, you all made it a very enjoyable event.
Confirmation 2018:
Congratulations to the 68 people from the Parish, who received the Sacrament of Confirmation in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Sunday week last. The ceremony was administered by Monsignor Liam Kelly, The Vicar General of the Diocese. The following were the people who received the Sacrament:
St. Annes National School, Bailieborough: Lorena Arra, Katie Blackburn, Emily Byrne, Nathan Byrne, Stephen Byrne, Alannah Carolan, Dina Collins, Joshua Coyle, Tiernan Flanagan, Meghan Gavins, Caitlin Halpin, Molly Harris, Luca Heerey, Eric Hughes, Rugile Karzauskaite, Thomas Liggan, Thomas Maher, Kenzie McCabe, Nealla McDaid, Chloe Pritchard, Dean Smith, Eva Thunder, Shannon Toal, Dylan Ward and Abi Rose Whyte.
St. Felims National School-The Vale: Philip Angus Cahill, Barry Cahill, Odhran Donohoe, Rebecca Englishby, Joe Farrelly, Rebekah Gaynor, Andrea Gillick-Uceda, Sinead Hall, Sarah Keegan, Lukas Keuck, Daire Leddy, Gearoid Lynch, Emily McCormack, Luke McNeill, Evelyn McPhillips-Chapman, Cliona Mulligan, Shane Mulligan, Emma O’Neill, Lorcan Reilly, Orla Reilly, Caitlyn Tierney, Rebecca Tully and Lillie Tynan.
The Model School, Bailieborough: Philip Cundelan.
St. Patrick’s National School, Shercock: Ryan Browne, Alannah Clarke, Dylan Coughlan, Eoin Duffy, Aoife Farrelly, Glenn Keenan, Louise Kennedy, Keane Mallabar, Lauren McCabe, Caoimhe McElroy, Conor McIntyre, Hannah McPhillips, Jody McPhillips, Michael Morrissey, Dean Nulty, Leah O’Brien and Ava O’Reilly.
Adult: Jana Juricova.
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Official Opening of Astro Turf Pitch and Dressing Rooms.
Bailieborough Shamrocks Gaa Club will be officially opening their new Astro Turf Pitch and Dressing Rooms on Saturday next, March 24th at 8pm. They are delighted to announce that the Guest of Honour will be the outing President of the GAA and Cavan native Mr Aogán Ó Fearghail. This will be a wonderful Day for the Club and they appeal to all Club Players, Supporters, Members and the Wider Community to come out on the night to join them on this momentous occasion.
Knockbride Variety Show:
Knockbride Variety Show are hosting their 10th Annual Variety Show on Thursday 22nd, Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th of March. The show is on in Tunnyduff Hall in Knockbride, it’s pay at the door, adults are €10 and children under 12 is €5.
Doors open each night at 8pm and the show will commence at 8.30pm sharp. A fun filled night of Comedy, Song, Music and Dance and as this is our 10th year, a great night’s entertainment is guaranteed. All welcome.
Honda Motorcycle RUN:
Due to the treacherous road conditions on Sunday last, the decision was taken to cancel the Honda Run. This Run is in aid of raising funds for ‘The Family Comfort Room’ in St. James’s Hospital, Dublin and is in memory of the late, Niamh Crosby, Curkish, Bailieborough. The Run has now been rescheduled for Sunday the 1st of April. Registration will take place from 10.00am to 12 noon, with a 12.15pm start at Enagh House (located approx. 2kms from Virginia on the Virginia—Bailieborough Road). The run distance is 55miles and the entry fee is €20. All bikes are welcome and light refreshments will be served before and after.
The food from the cancelled run didn’t go to waste as the organisers donated the food to the ‘Soup Kitchen’ in Navan. So, well done lads.
For further information, please contact: Peter at 087 0910 345 or Brendan, 087 225 8944. Supported by Kangleys 32 County Honda Challenge Club.
Reconciliation Service for Easter:
A ‘Reconciliation Service for Easter’ will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Sunday next, March 25th (Passion Sunday) at 7.00pm. Confessions will be heard by the Priests of the Pastoral Area as part of a Scripture Service. Confessions will also take place in St. Anne’s, Bailieborough on Holy Saturday, March 31st from 12 noon to 3.00pm.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
Reduce waste and keep Cavan tidy by investing in a reusable blue coffee cup with Cavan logo. Ideal for coffee lovers and Cavan fans. This cup is for sale in Daybreak on Barrack Street. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Tony, brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends on the death of Rose Mulroy (nee Lennon), Woodview, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and formerly Ballybailie, Ardee, Co. Louth, who passed away peacefully on Friday, March 9th at St Joseph’s Nursing Home, Virginia. Rose’s Funeral Mass took place in St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Monday, March 12th with burial in Louth Village Cemetery, Co. Louth.
Photographic Exhibition:
‘An Essence of Presence’ a photographic exhibition by Suella Holland, depicting Forsaken Ireland, now open at the Library until the end of May. All welcome.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes:
Thursday 22 March: Bailieborough General Easter Vestry 8:30pm in the Hall.
Friday 23 March: FOCUS Youth Group 8:30-10pm – Trinity Hall.
Saturday 24 March: ‘Through The Roof’ – Knockbride Church 2pm.
Sunday 25 March
Mullagh 9:30am – Morning Prayer.
Shercock 9:30am – All-Age Service.
Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.
Friday 30 March – Good Friday
Shercock, 7pm.
Knockbride, 8:30pm.
Sunday 1 April – Easter Sunday
Mullagh 7am – Sunrise Service.
Bailieborough 10:45am – Holy Communion.
Badminton takes place in Bailieborough Hall on Monday evenings; 7-8pm for primary students, 8-9pm for secondary students. All welcome.
Bailieborough Historical Society:
The Bailieborough Historical Society is planning an exhibition of artefacts manufactured in and related to Bailieborough’s industrial past. This will take place during Heritage Week in August. If you have anything that you would like to exhibit, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 0635 856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488.
‘Spin-A-Thon’:
A ‘Spin-A-Thon’ in aid of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Fund will take place next Saturday, March 24th from 9.00am to 9.00pm at Tesco, Bailieborough. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
Adult Irish Ceilí Dance classes:
A new term of Ceilí dance classes has commenced on Wednesdays at 8:45pm in Tierworker Hall. All new-comers welcome. For more information please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.
Stations of the Cross:
The Stations of the Cross will take place during Lent immediately after the 7.00pm Mass on Friday, 23rd March.
Birdwatch, Cavan: DUSK CHORUS BIRD WATCHING EVENT
Birdwatch Ireland, Cavan Branch in conjunction with The Holistic Gardens Retreat Centre presents a visit to the Holistic Gardens, Glasleck, Shercock, Co Cavan, on Friday next, March 23rd at 6.15pm.
Short walk (weather permitting) followed by Indoor Talk on bird song identification for beginners.
Please dress accordingly. All ages welcome. Children must be supervised by Parents at all times. Donations appreciated. Tea, Coffee and Hot Chocolate in the Centre after the Talk. Contact Eva: 087 135 5502 for further information.
Bridge:
Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Hotel Bailie at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for April and May 2018:
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–April 7th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 22nd (Sunday, 1.00pm), May 5th (Saturday 1.30pm) and May 20th (Sunday, 12.30pm).
Bailieborough Community Bowls:
Bailieborough Community Bowls continues every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members most welcome with free tuition for beginners.
Bailieborough Library:
Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm
Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.
Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.
The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.
Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 19th March 2018:
Saint Patrick’s Day Parades; What a great day! Despite the biting cold Donald Trump joined us and our hurling wall, with Mexicans on the other side, as we made our way firstly through the Kingscourt and then Bailieborough parades. Thanks to all who made the float, Brenden, Des, Kathryn, Tadhg and Miriam. A lot of hard work paid off with prizes won in both parades. Thanks to our Mexicans who would not be used to the cold and to older players Joseph, Daire, Aaron, Gary, Charlie and Michael and to all players and families who paraded with us. Thank you.
Monday Hurling; Most hurling fixtures for 2018, be that Ulster GAA, Monaghan and Cavan GAA will be scheduled for Mondays. Nine counties are beginning to use Monday as their hurling fixtures day this year which is a big step forward for hurling development. We expect all our players ages from U11 upwards to be available to us going forward. There will be no Gaelic football fixtures on Monday, as like last year, so we hope many more Gaels who have not had the opportunity to play hurling will now take this chance as there should be no reason not to as Monday will be free from other GAA activity. The dual GAA star is still out there, join us.
Under 6/8/10; Training indoors away from the elements continues in Kingscourt on Thursday, no Bailieborough hurling this Friday. Thanks to all who registered so far. It will continue until all are registered. You must be registered to be insured to play hurling.
Under 12/13; Outdoor training will return on Monday 26th March. This will also act as registration day for all our older players from U11 upwards.
Under 15; Outdoor training starts 26th March.
Under 17; Cavan Celtic challenge squad training Monday in Breffni Park 6pm. with the competition beginning in early May.
The week ahead; Monday; Cavan Celtic Challenge U17 squad training, Breffni Park 3G 6pm.
Thursday; Kingscourt indoors in the Community Centre U6/8/10 6.45-7.45. €3 each.
Friday; No Bailieborough hurling indoors this week.
‘Nobody’s Talking To Me’:
The Latin School Players wish to present their play “Nobody’s Talking To Me” by Tommy Marren in the Latin School, Moyne Community Centre on Sunday 1st April, Monday 2nd April, Friday 6th April, Saturday 7th April and Sunday 8th April. Tickets can be purchased in Moyne Cross Stores, Corrigans, Lynches of Arva and McSeains of Cornafean.
Tickets cost €10.
For those living outside the area who wish to purchase a ticket you can ring on 086-6038190 or 086-6059069 between 6pm-9pm only.
This is a hilarious comedy suitable for both young and old. As per other productions the play starts at 8.30pm sharp.
Tanagh Outdoor Centre Easter Camps:
Tanagh’s Kayak Skills Camp 26th-28th March, 10am-2pm daily, suitable for those aged 9-16yrs.
Tanagh’s Forest School 4th-6th April, 10am-2pm daily, suitable for those aged 6-11yrs.
Exciting new mountain bike programme starting at Tanagh ‘Gearing up off road’ . Limited spaces. Gearing up off road Taster session, 4th April, 9.30am-1.30pm, and Tanagh’s Gearing up off road certified programme, 5th+6th April, 9.30am-2.30pm, suitable for those aged 12-16yrs
Book early to avoid disappointment on all these courses. Limited spaces available. Contact Philomena on 049 5552988.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:
The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.
CITIZENS INFORMATION:
Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service. Any enquiries 076 1075200.
Alcoholics Anonymous:
Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.
Bailieborough News. March 12th 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellSt. Patrick’s Day Parade:
The Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the town will take place on Saturday next, 17th March. The Parade will commence at 2.30pm. This year there will be €1,500 in prizes, prizes for best club, comedy, business, and window display. In an effort to invigorate the parade in our town, we are looking for more help and ideas from you all, we are proposing a special category for clubs in the area with a prize of €500 for best club float or pageant. We’d really appreciate all businesses big or small to put in a float (all entered free). Any ideas please get in touch with any committee member. Also we will need stewards to help on the day for a few hours. Please contact 0868222155 or 0862836157 or any committee member for more information. Floats will have free entry. All help and ideas welcome.
Confirmation:
Confirmation took place in St. Anne’s on Sunday last, March 11th. Monsignor Liam Kelly, Vicar General of Kilmore Diocese, administered Confirmation to the children from the local schools on a mild, bright Sunday afternoon.
Bailieborough School of Music:
Lotto results for 06-03-2018. Numbers Drawn; 15, 16, 18, 20. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Carmel O’Callaghan, Nolagh; Lorraine O’Halloran; Paul and Wendy Heerey, Corner Manor; Conor O’Reilly. Jackpot next week, €1,900.
Lotto results for 10-03-2018. Numbers Drawn; 01, 08, 11, 13. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Sean Kelleher; Mark McCabe, c/o Florrie; Ciaran Guckian; Michelle Clarke. Jackpot next week, €2,000.
Knockbride Variety Show:
Knockbride Variety Show are hosting their 10th Annual Variety Show on Thursday 22nd, Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th of March. The show is on in Tunnyduff Hall in Knockbride, it’s pay at the door, adults are €10 and children under 12 is €5.
Doors open each night at 8pm and the show will commence at 8.30pm sharp. A fun filled night of Comedy, Song, Music and Dance and as this is our 10th year, a great night’s entertainment is guaranteed. All welcome.
Reconciliation Service for Easter:
A ‘Reconciliation Service for Easter’ will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Sunday, March 25th (Passion Sunday) at 7.00pm. Confessions will be heard by the Priests of the Pastoral Area as part of a Scripture Service. Confessions will also take place in St. Anne’s, Bailieborough on Holy Saturday, March 31st from 12 noon to 3.00pm.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
Reduce waste and keep Cavan tidy by investing in a reusable blue coffee cup with Cavan logo. Ideal for coffee lovers and Cavan fans. This cup is for sale in Daybreak on Barrack Street. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to nephew Tony, niece-in-law Margaret, grandnephew, grandnieces, cousins and friends on the death of Monica M. Carolan (28 Cloverhill, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and formerly 11 Hillside, Monaghan) who passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 4th, in the excellent care of the staff of Fairlawns Nursing Home, Bailieborough, in her 97th year. Monica’s Funeral Mass took place on Friday, March 9th in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough followed by burial in St. Anne’s Cemetery.
The Open Door Sessions:
This month’s ‘Open Door Sessions’ will take place on Friday, March 16th, Downstairs at Nixy’s, The Square Bar, commencing at 9.00pm. This month’s arts and music gathering features Sharon Argue (Trad)
Sam Geraghty (Singer/Songwriter), Dave Hynes (Comedy/Poetry) and Pine the Pilcrow (Indie/folk Band). We’re sure to be in for a great night’s entertainment. All welcome.
Photographic Exhibition:
‘An Essence of Presence’ a photographic exhibition by Suella Holland, depicting Forsaken Ireland, now open at the Library until the end of May. All welcome.
‘Honda Run’:
A motorcycle run will take place on Sunday next, March 18th in aid of raising funds for ‘The Family Comfort Room’ in St. James’s Hospital, Dublin. This run is in memory of the late, Niamh Crosby, Curkish, Bailieborough. Registration will take place from 10.00am to 12 noon, with a 12.15pm start at Enagh House (located approx. 2kms from Virginia on the Virginia—Bailieborough Road). The run distance is 55miles and the entry fee is €20. All bikes are welcome and light refreshments will be served before and after. For further information, please contact: Peter at 087 0910 345 or Brendan, 087 225 8944. Supported by Kangleys 32 County Honda Challenge Club.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes:
Sunday Services: Sunday 18 March
Mullagh 9:30am – All-Age Service.
Shercock 9:30am – Morning Prayer.
Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – All-Age Service.
Monday 19 March: Messy Church – 2-4pm in Bailieborough Hall.
Thursday 22 March: Bailieborough General Easter Vestry 8:30pm in the Hall.
Friday 23 March: FOCUS Youth Group 8:30-10pm – Trinity Hall.
Saturday 24 March: ‘Through The Roof’ – Knockbride Church 2pm.
Sunday 25 March
Mullagh 9:30am – Morning Prayer.
Shercock 9:30am – All-Age Service.
Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.
Friday 30 March – Good Friday
Shercock, 7pm.
Knockbride, 8:30pm.
Sunday 1 April – Easter Sunday
Mullagh 7am – Sunrise Service.
Bailieborough 10:45am – Holy Communion.
Badminton takes place in Bailieborough Hall on Monday evenings; 7-8pm for primary students, 8-9pm for secondary students. All welcome.
Bailieborough Historical Society:
The Bailieborough Historical Society is planning an exhibition of artefacts manufactured in and related to Bailieborough’s industrial past. This will take place during Heritage Week in August. If you have anything that you would like to exhibit, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 0635 856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488.
Adult Irish Ceilí Dance classes:
A new term of Ceilí dance classes will begin on Wednesday, 14th of March, at 8:45pm in Tierworker Hall. All new-comers welcome. For more information please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.
Moybologue Historical Society:
Dr. Gary Pennington, Professor Emeritus at the University of British Columbia in Canada is undertaking an ambitious research project called ‘Childhood Memories’. For several years they have been collecting stories from people around the world about their play experiences as children. The goal is to compile a broad database of information about children’s play that will be useful to people in many fields. Plans are to make the results of the study available in book form and on the internet. It is an ambitious effort to chronicle the play of youth over many generations and in different cultures.
While they have thousands of stories from people around the world, as yet they have very few from Ireland. To enhance their work, they would like to have many stories of childhood from the Emerald Isle, particularly from our seniors. They invite the Irish public to participate in the project. In addition to contributing to the study they believe that there are significant personal benefits to people who participate. They encourage respondents to make a copy of their completed form as part of a family history record. They have also found that once people have written their stories that small gatherings to share experiences are very rewarding.
Gary Pennington is from Canada with Mulligan Irish ancestors on his late mother’s side. One of his ancestors is buried in Moybologue Old Graveyard and he has attended several blessings of the graves ceremonies in recent years.
Further Information on ‘Childhood Memories’ can be found at http://www.childhoodplaymemories.com or by contacting Gary Pennington directly at gazpen@gmail.com
Stations of the Cross:
The Stations of the Cross will take place during Lent immediately after the 7.00pm Mass on Friday, 16th March and 23rd March.
Bridge:
Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Hotel Bailie at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for March, April and May 2018:
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–March 18th, (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 7th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 22nd (Sunday, 1.00pm), May 5th (Saturday 1.30pm) and May 20th (Sunday, 12.30pm).
Bailieborough Community Bowls:
Bailieborough Community Bowls continues every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members most welcome with free tuition for beginners.
Bailieborough Library:
Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm
Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.
Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.
The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.
Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 12th March 2018
Saint Patricks Day Parades; This year, for the very first time, we will partake in two parades, in Bailieborough, and for the first time, in Kingscourt. We hope as many of our young hurlers will participate, in one or both parades, especially our younger generation. The float is under construction in a secret location. All will be revealed on St. Patricks Day.
Confirmation; Confirmation season is with us again and we wish all our hurlers being confirmed and their families a great day.
Monday hurling; Most hurling fixtures for 2018, be that Ulster GAA, Monaghan and Cavan GAA will be scheduled for Mondays. Nine counties are beginning to use Monday as their hurling fixtures day this year which is a big step forward for hurling development. We expect all our players ages from U11 upwards to be available to us going forward. There will be no Gaelic football fixtures on Monday, as like last year, so we hope many more Gaels who have not had the opportunity to play hurling will now take this chance as there should be no reason not to as Monday will be free from other GAA activity. The dual GAA star is still out there, join us.
Under 6/8/10; Training indoors away from the elements continues in Kingscourt on Thursday and Bailieborough on Friday. Registration this Thursday 15th March in Kingscourt and Friday16th March in Bailieborough. €15 per player or €25 per family. We hope all our player families register with us.
Kingscourt group indoor hurling on Thursday.
Bailieborough group U6/8 indoor hurling on Friday.
Bailieborough group U10 indoor hurling on Friday.
Under 12/13; Outdoor training will return on Monday 26th March. This will also act as registration day for all our older players from U11 upwards.
Under 15; Outdoor training starts 26th March.
Under 17; Cavan Celtic challenge squad training Monday in Breffni Park 6.45 with the competition beginning in early May.
The week ahead;
Thursday; Kingscourt indoors in the Community Centre U6/8/10 6.45-7.45. €3 each. Friday; Bailieborough indoors at the BCS sports hall U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8. €3 each.
Tanagh Outdoor Centre Easter Camps:
Tanagh’s Kayak Skills Camp 26th-28th March, 10am-2pm daily, suitable for those aged 9-16yrs.
Tanagh’s Forest School 4th-6th April, 10am-2pm daily, suitable for those aged 6-11yrs.
Exciting new mountain bike programme starting at Tanagh ‘Gearing up off road’ . Limited spaces. Gearing up off road Taster session, 4th April, 9.30am-1.30pm, and Tanagh’s Gearing up off road certified programme, 5th+6th April, 9.30am-2.30pm, suitable for those aged 12-16yrs
Book early to avoid disappointment on all these courses. Limited spaces available. Contact Philomena on 049 5552988.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:
The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.
CITIZENS INFORMATION:
Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service. Any enquiries 076 1075200.
Alcoholics Anonymous:
Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.
Bailieborough News. March 5th 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellStorm Emma and ‘The Beast from the East’:
During the past week, both of the aforementioned events had an effect on the people living in the town and surrounding areas. From Tuesday of last week, biting cold temperatures were the norm and local shops and supermarkets were quickly sold out of basic foodstuffs. Snow fell on Tuesday night and continued to fall over the next few days with varying degrees of intensity. The local County Council crews were out gritting and salting the main roads around the town which helped traffic to keep moving. The worst of the snow fell on Thursday and Friday and most people heeded the warnings to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Some shops were open for a few hours on Friday afternoon but most stayed closed along with all the local schools. By Saturday morning, Main St. was passable, mainly due to the hard work of the council crews, shop owners and employees and the help of the local farming community and machinery operators who used their machinery to clear the main roads around the town. Most businesses were open for trade and by late Saturday evening, most people were able to replenish their larders with stocks of fresh food. On Sunday, a slight thaw set in but some religious services were cancelled or postponed due to the weather—most notably the Confirmation of local schoolchildren due to be held in St. Annes and which is rescheduled for Sunday next. Most other social events were either cancelled or deferred to a later date along with most sporting activities. At the time of writing (Monday morning), all the main roads are clear into the town and the thaw has well and truly set in, but there still remains a lot of snow on outlying roads and lanes which will take some time to remove.
So, hopefully, the worst storm over the past few years has now gone and life will be able to get back to normal for all the people of Bailieborough and its hinterland.
Confirmation:
Unfortunately, due to health and safety concerns Confirmation was postponed in Bailieborough on Sunday last. Because of the ongoing adverse weather conditions, the poor and impassable state of roads in many parts of the parish and the icy conditions around the church carpark/avenues Fr. Router had no option but to make this decision.
Confirmation is rescheduled for next weekend on Sunday, March 11th, at 3pm. Bishop Leo will not be able to attend as he has a full schedule of confirmations in other parishes until the end of May. Monsignor Liam Kelly, Vicar General of Kilmore Diocese, has agreed to administer confirmation.
The Model N.S.:
The Model School, Bailieborough is now open for enrolment for Junior Infants starting September 2018. For an information pack and enrolment form, please contact: themodelbailieborough@gmail.com or phone the office on 042-9665689.
Knockbride Bazaar:
Following the cancellation on Friday last, March 2nd, Knockbride Bazaar will now take place in Tunnyduff hall on Friday, 9th March at 9 p.m. Great selection of prizes and everyone welcome.
Women’s World Day of Prayer:
The annual Women’s World Day of Prayer Service will this year be held in Trinity Church, Virginia Road on Friday, March 9th at 8.00pm (re-arranged due to the bad weather last Friday). The Special Speaker will be Barbara Geddes from Killinkere. Please make a special effort to attend and share in worship with all the Churches in the area. Please also remember men are very welcome!!
FREE Paediatric First Aid Classes:
Taking place in Bailieborough Library on Thursday, March 8th from 10am-1pm.
All parents and babies are invited to drop in for free demos and advice. Ring 042 9665779 for more information!
Social Dancing:
Social Dancing in the Community Centre this month is on Saturday next, 10th of March. Music is by the popular Dermot Mc Connell and son. The usual refreshments will be served. Dancing starts at 10.00 and ends at 12.30 in the Community Centre. All welcome.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
Reduce waste and keep Cavan tidy by investing in a reusable blue coffee cup with Cavan logo. Ideal for coffee lovers and Cavan fans. This cup is for sale in Daybreak on Barrack Street. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to the nephews, nieces, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends of Tommie Carolan, Corravilla and late Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Thursday, February 22nd, in his 99th year, peacefully at the Sacred Heart Nursing Home, Clones. Tommie’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Bridgid’s Church, Knockbride West on Saturday, February 24th with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
The Open Door Sessions:
This month’s ‘Open Door Sessions’ will take place on Friday, March 16th, Downstairs at Nixy’s, The Square Bar, commencing at 9.00pm. This month’s arts and music gathering features comedian/poet Dave Hynes, Dublin indie-folk band Pine the Pilcrow and traditional musician Sharon Argue. We’re sure to be in for a great night’s entertainment. All welcome.
Free Computer Classes:
Great interest in this course so dates have been decided – there will be 5 sessions beginning on Thursday March, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th April 5th from 2pm-4pm here in the library. There are a few places left – a wonderful opportunity for all those who wished they had the confidence to use the Internet. Phone 0429665779 to secure a place! Remember classes are FREE and for ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS!! Participants will need a laptop!
‘Honda Run’:
A motorcycle run will take place on Sunday, March 18th in aid of raising funds for ‘The Family Comfort Room’ in St. James’s Hospital, Dublin. This run is in memory of the late, Niamh Crosby, Curkish, Bailieborough. Registration will take place from 10.00am to 12 noon, with a 12.15pm start at Enagh House (located approx. 2kms from Virginia on the Virginia—Bailieborough Road). The run distance is 55miles and the entry fee is €20. All bikes are welcome and light refreshments will be served before and after. For further information, please contact: Peter at 087 0910 345 or Brendan, 087 225 8944. Supported by Kangleys 32 County Honda Challenge Club.
Aontas Adult Learners Week:
FREE classes in Bailieborough Library: FREE introduction to social media class here on Wednesday March 8th at 10am-11pm. Everyone welcome to drop in!. Social Media for beginners; Thursday, March 8th 10am-1pm Paediatric Massage. Contact 042 9665779 for further details!
Bailieborough Historical Society:
The Bailieborough Historical Society is planning an exhibition of artefacts manufactured in and related to Bailieborough’s industrial past. This will take place during Heritage Week in August. If you have anything that you would like to exhibit, please contact either, Pat Fitzpatrick at 086 0635 856 or Leslie McKeague at 086 2588 488.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade:
The Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the town will take place on Saturday, 17th March. The Parade will commence at 2.00pm. This year there will be €1,500 in prizes, prizes for best club, comedy, business, and window display. In an effort to invigorate the parade in our town, we are looking for more help and ideas from you all, we are proposing a special category for clubs in the area with a prize of €500 for best club float or pageant. We’d really appreciate all businesses big or small to put in a float (all entered free). Any ideas please get in touch with any committee member. Also we will need stewards to help on the day for a few hours. Please contact 0868222155 or 0862836157 or any committee member for more information. Floats will have free entry. All help and ideas welcome.
Stations of the Cross:
The Stations of the Cross will take place during Lent immediately after the 7.00pm Mass on Friday, 9th March, 16th March and 23rd March.
Safe Pass:
Safe Pass on Friday 9th March (€100 lunch included), in Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road. Also Beginners Computer Classes taking place at moment. Call 042-969-4716 or 086-794-9739 to reserve your place.
Bridge:
Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Hotel Bailie at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.
Ballinamoney Parents Association:
Ballinamoney Parents Association are holding a ‘Table Quiz’ in the Royal Breffni, Tierworker on Friday, March 9th commencing at 9.00pm. 40 per table of four. All welcome.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for March, April and May 2018:
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–March 10th (Saturday, 1.30pm), March 18th, (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 7th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 22nd (Sunday, 1.00pm), May 5th (Saturday 1.30pm) and May 20th (Sunday, 12.30pm).
Bailieborough Community Bowls:
Bailieborough Community Bowls continues every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members most welcome with free tuition for beginners.
Bailieborough Library:
Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm
Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.
Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.
The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.
Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 5th March 2018
The Beast from the East didn’t stop the McGuigans from Stradone building their own hurler! Full back?
Child protection; Thanks to all club members who recently completed their child protection course given in the Bailie Hotel by Cavan GAA. Along with Garda vetting and GAA coaching award it ensures all our coaches/mentors/managers have all the requirements to be involved in hurling for the year ahead.
Saint Patricks Day Parades; This year, for the very first time, we will partake in two parades, in Bailieborough, and for the first time, in Kingscourt. We hope as many of our young hurlers will participate. The float is under construction in a secret location.
Monday hurling; Most hurling fixtures for 2018, be that Ulster GAA, Monaghan and Cavan GAA will be scheduled for Mondays. Nine counties are beginning to use Monday as their hurling fixtures day this year, which is a big step forward for hurling development. We expect all our players ages from U11 upwards to be available to us going forward. There will be no Gaelic football fixtures on Monday, as like last year, so we hope many more Gaels who have not had the opportunity to play hurling will now take this chance as there should be no reason not to as Monday will be free from other GAA activity. The dual GAA star is still out there, join us.
Under 6/8/10; Training indoors away from the elements in Kingscourt on Thursday and Bailieborough on Friday. Registration forms will be given out this week with registration Thursday 15th March in Kingscourt and Friday 16th March in Bailieborough.
Under 12/13; Indoor training Thursday 7.45-8.45 in Kingscourt Community Centre. The final round of DKIT blitz is Sunday next. Registration and outdoor training coming soon.
Under 15; Outdoor training coming soon.
The week ahead;
Thursday; Kingscourt indoors in the Community Centre U6/8/10 6.45-7.45. €3 each.
U13 Kingscourt Community Centre 7.45-8.45.
Friday; Bailieborough indoors at the BCS sports hall U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8. €3 each.
Tanagh Outdoor Centre Easter Camps: Tanagh’s Kayak Skills Camp 26th-28th March, 10am-2pm daily, suitable for those aged 9-16yrs. Tanagh’s Forest School 4th-6th April, 10am-2pm daily, suitable for those aged 6-11yrs. Exciting new mountain bike programme starting at Tanagh ‘Gearing up off road’ . Limited spaces. Gearing up off road Taster session, 4th April, 9.30am-1.30pm, and Tanagh’s Gearing up off road certified programme, 5th+6th April, 9.30am-2.30pm, suitable for those aged 12-16yrs
Book early to avoid disappointment on all these courses. Limited spaces available. Contact Philomena on 049 5552988.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:
The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Michael Cullen 087 154 2447 or Edel Fox 086 1004030.
CITIZENS INFORMATION:
Co. Cavan Citizens Information Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service. Any enquiries 076 1075200.
Alcoholics Anonymous:
Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.