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Bailieborough News. April 16th 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellBailieborough Heritage Society:
Bailieborough Heritage Society Presents ‘Killann and the Parishes of East Cavan 1400-1800’, a lecture by Fr Liam Kelly at Bailieborough Library, Market Square, Bailieborough on Thursday, April 19th, 2018 at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome to this FREE event and refreshments will be served! Enquiries to 042 9665779.
Bailieborough Red Cross:
Congratulations to our Unit Officer Peter McCabe who has been short listed for Unit Officer of the Year.
The Over- all winner will be announced at the Irish Red Cross Volunteer of the Year Awards on Saturday 28th April in Croke Park.
Best wishes to Peter from all in the community.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
The Annual ‘Spring Clean’ will take place in the town on Saturday, April 28th 2018. Meet at Market Square at 11 am.
Bring a litter picker and wear a high viz jacket. Children under twelve must be accompanied by an adult. Join us and help keep out town tidy.
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 and is also available in Bailie Stores. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.
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.
St. Felim’s N.S. First Confession:
First Confession for the students in 2nd class in St. Felim’s will take place in St. Anne’s Church on Thursday, April 19th at 7.00pm. (Please note the change of time).
Birdwatch Ireland:
We will hold our AGM in the Hotel Kilmore on Thursday, 26th April at 8.30 p.m. We would love to see some new faces (as well as the old familiar ones!) this year. It is important to have a strong committee so that we can plan events and cater for the interests of our branch as best we can. Hope to see you there! All welcome.
BAILIEBORO CANCER COMFORT LTD:
We wish to thank everyone who supported our recent Quiz Night and are pleased to confirm that €864 was raised on the night. Sincere thanks for your continued support.
Bailieborough Heritage Society were amongst 4 groups that were short listed in the Communities Award at the Heritage Society Awards. Sadly, we did not win, however, congratulations to the winner and to the staff involved in Heritage Week. Our project was a lovely one and we got great feedback from the community and the staff from Heritage Week. We are now working on this year’s events and if anyone would like to get involved, they are more than welcome. New members always welcome to the Heritage Society, please contact 0872244159 for further information.
Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 14-04-2018.
No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Paddy Matthews, Yvonne and Paul Rooney,
Tyler Cadden and Margaret Carolan. Jackpot next week, €2,500.
Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’:
A Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’ will take place on Sunday, May 6th –organised by the St. Vincent DePaul Society. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 7.30am. To book a seat, please contact John at 086 055 4578 or Pat at 086 063 5856.
The Open Door Sessions:
Bailieborough’s Arts and Music Gathering, taking place at 9.00pm on Friday next, 20th April, Downstairs at Nixy’s, The Square Bar, Bailieborough.
Guests: Elly D (Singer/Songwriter), Carol O’Connor (Visual Artist) and Dean Maywood(Singer/Songwriter). Free admission (donations welcome). All welcome.
Church of Ireland Services: Sunday 22 April:
Mullagh 9:30am – Morning Prayer followed by tea and coffee.
Shercock 9:30am – All-Age Service.
Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.
Friday 27 April: FOCUS Youth Group 8:30-10pm – Trinity Hall.
Sunday 29 April – United Service: Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service.
Bailieborough Hall 11:45am – Parish Lunch and Ignite Vision and Mission Forum.
Mondays (during term time): Badminton, Bailieborough Hall; 7-8pm for primary students, 8-9pm for secondary students.
Computers for Beginners:
Computers for beginners afternoons or evenings Bailieborough Business Centre 042- 96 94 716.
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.
Evening Spanish lessons for Adults:
6 weeks of Spanish for Adults starting on Tuesday, 24th of April in Bailieborough Business Centre.
Lessons will be given by a Native Spanish Teacher.
Times: 7 – 8pm Beginners, and 8 -9pm high beginner and low intermediate.
Price: € 60 for the 6 lessons or €12 per lesson. For more information or to register please ring or message Lydia on 087 7414735.
Cavan Walking Festival:
As part of the Cavan Walking Festival, the Bailieborough Walking group will be hosting three walks. The first of these will take place on Saturday, May 5th around Bailieborough Forest. Distance covered will be 5k and participants are asked to meet at the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road at 11.00am.
The second Walk will be at Dun A Ri, Forest Park, Kingscourt on Tuesday, May 8th at 7.00pm. Please meet at Cabra Central School at 6.45pm and the distance of the Walk is also 5k.
The final walk will take place on Thursday, May 10th at Lough An Leagh. Please meet at the Picnic Area at 6.45 pm. The Walk distance will be 10k and all are most welcome to attend.
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.
Killann Parish Pilgrimage to the World Meeting of Families:
This year’s Killann Parish Pilgrimage will be to the World Meeting of Families in the RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin on Thursday, August 23rd. A bus will be travelling to the RDS from Bailieborough and further details will be announced later. If, however you would like to book a place on the bus, please contact the Parish Office on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am to 3.30pm, Tuesdays from 12pm to 1.30pm and Fridays from 2pm to 6pm. Everyone going that day will also have to register online at www.worldmeeting2018.ie and buy a ticket online for the event. Adults-€38: Senior Citizens/Unemployed/Students over 18-€33; Children-Free –but must be registered with a family group. If you have difficulty doing this, please tell the Parish secretary and they will provide you with assistance. At present, tickets for the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park on August 26th are dependent on registering for the World Meeting of Families during the previous week. It is hoped to organise a bus from Bailieborough on that day too.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for May, June, July and August 2018:
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–May 5th (Saturday 1.30pm), May 20th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 10th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 23rd (Saturday 1.30pm), July 7th (Saturday, 1.30pm), July 15th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 11th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 19th (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 16th April 2018
Under 7/9/11; Under 9 blitz in Carrick next Sunday 11-12.30pm. Really good numbers at our new age grade training for Under 9s and U11s.
Fridays U9/11 training group in Bailieborough.
Under 13; A good win for the lads v Cootehill on Monday last in Kingscourt. Next up is the grading blitz for the new Tain Ulster GAA Under 13 competition in Cloghan next Saturday.
Feile U14; The lads will represent Cavan hurling at National Feile again this year. We will be based in the scenic area of Rosses Point in Sligo with host club Benbulben Gaels Hurling.
Our 2018 Feile squad (minus a couple of injured players) who will head to Sligo in June.
Under 17; Cavan Celtic begins in early May for lads on county squad. New Monaghan league for U17 begins in early May with a game away to Carrickmacross.
The week ahead;
Thursday; Kingscourt indoors U7/9/11 Community Centre 6.45-7.45.
Friday; Bailieborough indoors. U7 6-7 & U9/11 7-8pm.
Saturday; U13 Tain grading blitz, Cloghan.
Sunday; Under 9 blitz in Carrick 11-12.30pm.
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. April 9th 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellBailieborough Heritage Society:
Bailieborough Heritage Society are delighted that one of our events which took place during Heritage Week 2017 has been shortlisted for the Heritage Awards in the category ‘Heritage Communities’. The awards ceremony takes place in the Heritage Council Kilkenny on April 12th. The shortlisted event is the’ Benny Duffy Photographic’ display organised by Carmel O’Callaghan, we wish Carmel well as she travels to Kilkenny on Thursday for the awards ceremony. It is well deserved recognition of Carmel’s work in putting the exhibition together and of Benny Duffy’s interest in capturing images from the past.
New members always welcome to the Heritage Society, please contact 0872244159 for further information.
The Niamh Crosby Memorial Bike Run:
The Niamh Crosby Memorial Bike Run Committee would like to thank you all for your support and help at the Run on Easter Sunday last. Nearly 100 bikes of all shapes, makes and sizes took part in this very successful event. To date, in excess of €6,000 has been raised from the event and this would not have been possible without your generous support. Again, many thanks for all your support from Peter, Anna Mai and the Crosby Family.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
The Annual ‘Spring Clean’ will take place in the town on Saturday, April 28th 2018. Meet at Market Square at 11 am.
Bring a litter picker and wear a high viz jacket. Children under twelve must be accompanied by an adult. Join us and help keep out town tidy.
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 and is also available in Bailie Stores. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.
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.
Free Social Media Course:
Five-week FREE Social Media course starting in Bailieborough Library on Wednesday, April 11th from 2.30pm-4.30pm. Please bring your own smartphone, tablet or laptop. Booking essential as places are limited. Phone 042 9665779 for further information.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to Deirdre, son Gavin, daughters Nicola and Keelin, brother Plunkett, sister Agnes, brother’s-in-law Sean and Owen McAloon (Hollywood, Ballinode, Co Monaghan) sister-in-law Anna-Mai, nephews, nieces and extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Eamonn Connolly, Leiter, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away suddenly on Sunday, 1st April 2018.
Eamonn’s Funeral Mass took place on Thursday, April 5th in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough with burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery.
Birdwatch Ireland:
We will hold our AGM in the Hotel Kilmore on Thursday, 26th April at 8.30 p.m. We would love to see some new faces (as well as the old familiar ones!) this year. It is important to have a strong committee so that we can plan events and cater for the interests of our branch as best we can. Hope to see you there! All welcome.
Bailieborough School of Music:
Lotto results for 31-03-2018. Numbers Drawn; 02, 07, 19, 21. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Sean Keane; Margo Gormley; Peter Clerkin; John Reilly. Jackpot next week, €2,300.
Lotto results for 07-04-2018.
Numbers Drawn; 08, 09, 19, 22. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Finbarr Clarke; Sean Kelleher; DR Smyth; John McGrath. Jackpot next week, €2,400.
Knockbride Ladies G.F.C.:
Knockbride Ladies GFC are holding their annual 5k and 10k Fun-Run/Walk on Sunday next, 15th April 2018. Registration from 11.45am at Knockbride football pitch. Walk/Run commencing at 12.30pm. Adults €10, Children €5, family rates €25. Refreshments afterwards. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’:
A Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’ will take place on Sunday, May 6th –organised by the St. Vincent DePaul Society. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 7.30am. To book a seat, please contact John at 086 055 4578 or Pat at 086 063 5856.
5K Walk/Run:
A 5K Walk /Run will take place on Sunday next, April 15th, commencing at 12 noon from the Community Centre, Chapel Road. Funds raised will help Aisling Claffey towards her participation in an organised trip to Sri Lanka, where Aisling will volunteer in Mental Health Services for six weeks. Your donations and participation are very welcome.
Reading from New Book:
Bailieborough author, Norma MacMaster, will read from her new book ‘Silence Under a Stone’ at the Library on this Thursday evening, April 12th at 7.30pm. All are welcome and refreshments will be served!
New Signs on the Roads leading into the Town:
‘Beauty dies where litter lies’; is the motto on the new Bailieborough Tidy Towns signs erected on all the approach roads into Bailieborough. These new signs are enhanced with the photos of the local environment taken by Kevin Gorman. Bailieborough Tidy Towns want to express thanks to Kevin for his wonderful photos and also Link Credit Union for their sponsorship of this project.
Computers for Beginners:
Computers for beginners afternoons or evenings Bailieborough Business Centre 042- 96 94 716.
Bailieborough Social Day Group: The next get-together of the Bailieborough Social Day Group will take place in the Community Centre, on Wednesday, April 11th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. New members are always most welcome.
Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C.:
Summer Academy Soccer is starting back on Wednesday, 11th April 2018.
Under 7’s (children born 2011) and Under 8’s (children born 2010) will start back on Wednesday 11th April from 6-7pm at the Vale Grounds.
Under 9’s (children born 2009) and Under 10’s (children born 2008) will start back on Thursday 12th April from 6-7pm.
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.
Evening Spanish lessons for Adults:
6 weeks of Spanish for Adults starting on Tuesday, 24th of April in Bailieborough Business Centre.
Lessons will be given by a Native Spanish Teacher.
Times: 7 – 8pm Beginners, and 8 -9pm high beginner and low intermediate.
Price: € 60 for the 6 lessons or €12 per lesson. For more information or to register please ring or msg Lydia on 087 7414735.
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.
Bailieborough Heritage Society:
Bailieborough Heritage Society Presents ‘Killann and the Parishes of East Cavan 1400-1800’, a lecture by Fr Liam Kelly at Bailieborough Library, Market Square, Bailieborough on Thursday, April 19th, 2018 at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome to this FREE event and refreshments will be served! Enquiries to 042 9665779.
Killann Parish Pilgrimage to the World Meeting of Families:
This year’s Killann Parish Pilgrimage will be to the World Meeting of Families in the RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin on Thursday, August 23rd. Other parishes from the Diocese will be travelling to the event along with Bishop Leo O’Reilly on that day. A bus will be travelling to the RDS from Bailieborough and further details will be announced later. If, however you would like to book a place on the bus, please contact the Parish Office on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am to 3.30pm, Tuesdays from 12pm to 1.30pm and Fridays from 2pm to 6pm. Everyone going that day will also have to register online at www.worldmeeting2018.ie. If you have difficulty doing this, please tell the Parish secretary and they will provide you with assistance. At present, tickets for the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park on August 26th are dependent on registering for the World Meeting of Families during the previous week. It is hoped to organise a bus from Bailieborough on that day too.
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, May, June, July and August 2018:
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–April 22nd (Sunday, 1.00pm), May 5th (Saturday 1.30pm), May 20th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 10th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 23rd (Saturday 1.30pm), July 7th (Saturday, 1.30pm), July 15th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 11th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 19th (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 9th April 2018
Presentation night; Thanks to everyone who attended our presentation event in the Bailie Hotel on Sunday last with special thanks to Cavan County Board Chairman, Gerry Brady who presented medals and certificates to all of our players. Pics in next week’s news and Facebook during the week.
New training venue; We are delighted to announce that we have secured the community field in Killann for our training and some matches for most of our teams from U11 upwards. This new facility will give our lads the chance to train together in a neutral venue close to Shercock. We look forward to using it. We still use Kingscourt Stars facility for matches and we are thankful to them for their continued support but this new facility will take the pressure off their main pitch which is very busy.
Under 7/9/11;
Training will remain indoors this week until the ground dries up better, so Thursday in Kingscourt and Friday in Bailieborough. We have a blitz in Carrick close to the end of the month.
Under 13; First league game of the season on Monday v Cootehill in Kingscourt at 6.45. Meeting there at 6.30 sharp.
Under 15; Defeat to Cootehill in the first round of the league last week got the new season up and running. The second round has us at home in Kingscourt to face Monaghan Harps at 6.30 on Monday next 16th April.
Under 17; Cavan Celtic begins in early May for lads on county squad. New Monaghan league for U17 begins in early May with a game away to Carrickmacross.
The week ahead;
Thursday; Kingscourt indoors U7/9/11 Community Centre 6.45-7.45.
Friday; Bailieborough indoors. U7 6-7 and U9/11 7-8pm.
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. April 2nd 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellHoly Week Ceremonies:
Thank you to all those who assisted in preparing and celebrating the Holy Week and Easter liturgies in St. Annes, Bailieborough especially, the Parish Pastoral Council and Liturgy Group, the sacristan May Cassidy and caretaker Sadie Clarke, the Choirs and their directors: Thomas Hanley, Sean O’Reilly and Derek Eakins, the musicians, the Ministers of the Word, the Ministers of the Eucharist, the gift bearers, the Altar servers, the First Communion Parent’s Committee and the parents and children of the First Communion Classes who participated on Holy Thursday and the students from 5th year in Bailieborough Community School, who took part in the Good Friday Services.
A special word of thanks to Marie Guckian, Geraldine Reilly, Brigid Donohoe, Ciaran Purcell, Julie Smith and Sean O’Reilly who gave their time to prepare the Church, to Rose Fitzpatrick and Sheila Clarke who organised the various Ministers, to Thomas Small, who is on Pastoral Placement in the Parish at present, to Andrea Connolly, Pastoral Assistant, to those who attended the Services in such large numbers and to all who helped out in any way over Easter Week.
Moybologue Historical Society Talk:
‘From the Bronze Age to the Middle-Age – what can we say about 3 sites in the Moybologue area so far?’; a talk by well-known Archaeological Geophysicist Kevin Barton of Landscape and Geophysical Services (www.lgs.ie) and members of Moybologue Historical Society, on the results of the geophysical and grave-marker surveys during 2017, ongoing research, future plans and an update on the Conservation and Management Plan for Moybologue old graveyard.
The talk will take place at 8pm on Friday 6th April in St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker.
All welcome. Admission Free. Parking Available. Wheelchair accessible. Voluntary donations accepted.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
The Annual ‘Spring Clean’ will take place in the town on Saturday, April 28th 2018. Further details closer to the event.
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 and is also available in Bailie Stores. All proceeds go towards the local Tidy Towns.
VINCENTS:
There will be scaffolding in front of ‘Vincent’s Shop’, Main St., for the next 6 to 8 weeks, for work to the apartments upstairs. Our shop remains open throughout this period at the normal times. Monday-Friday 10.00am to 5.00pm, Thursday evening from 7pm to 9pm and Saturday from 10.00am to 1.00pm.
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.
Birdwatch Ireland:
April: Sunday 8th. Walk in Ballyconnell Woods: meet in Realta carpark at 10 am. Wear sturdy footwear. (approx. 2 hours)
We will hold our AGM in the Hotel Kilmore on Thursday 26th April at 8.30 p.m. We would love to see some new faces (as well as the old familiar ones!) this year. It is important to have a strong committee so that we can plan events and cater for the interests of our branch as best we can. Hope to see you there! All welcome.
Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’:
A Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’ will take place on Sunday, May 6th –organised by the St. Vincent DePaul Society. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 7.30am. To book a seat, please contact John at 086 055 4578 or Pat at 086 063 5856.
Reading from New Book:
Bailieborough author, Norma MacMaster, will read from her new book ‘Silence Under a Stone’ at the Library on Thursday April 12th at 7.30pm. All are welcome and refreshments will be served!
Computers for Beginners:
Computers for beginners afternoons or evenings Bailieborough Business Centre 042- 96 94 716.
Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C.:
Summer Academy Soccer is starting back on Wednesday, 11th April 2018.
Under 7’s (children born 2011) and Under 8’s (children born 2010) will start back on Wednesday 11th April from 6-7pm at the Vale Grounds.
Under 9’s (children born 2009) and Under 10’s (children born 2008) will start back on Thursday 12th April from 6-7pm.
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.
Bailieborough Shamrocks Ladies Football and Camogie:
The clubs wish to thank each and every one of you who helped to make the Cake Sale such a huge success on Sunday last. To those of you who baked and brought cakes and those of you who came and bought one, a big, big thank you. To the sales team, ticket sellers, tea makers, thank you. A special word of thanks to Lorraine Harris SuperValu for sponsoring the beautiful hamper for the raffle which was won by Sandra McDonnell also to Yvonne Tully who donated a van full of cakes of all shapes and sizes, much appreciated. Thanks also to the Bailie Bunny for making an appearance and still the burning question is, who is the Bunny? Please God we will have you all guessing before Easter Sunday 2019. Once again THANK YOU all, see you same time, same place, next year.
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.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Presentation night;
Sunday April 8th in the Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough from 5.30-7pm.
Presentation event for our U12 Monaghan League division 2 winners and U14 squad who were runners up in Monaghan League in 2017 and reached the All Ireland Feile semi-final and Certs of achievement for all our U6/8/10s. Finger food and soft drinks. Please join with us as we celebrate our achievements in 2017 and look forward to the 2018 season. All welcome.
U12 Monaghan U12 Div 2 champions!
Monaghan U14 league runners up and All Ireland Feile semi-finalists.
Monday hurling; U11/13/15/17. It’s here! First round of ten in the Monaghan U15 league begins Monday 6.30 away to Cootehill. Under 13 Ulster and Monaghan leagues will begin over the next few weeks. Plenty of hurling for all who want it.
Under 6/8/10; Our lads now enjoying the Easter break. We will now start to organise some games locally. 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 13; Outdoor training will return on Monday 9th April in Kingscourt 7-8pm with u13 leagues to start soon.
Under 15; New Monaghan league begins on bank Holiday Monday with a trip to our local Cavan rivals Cootehill Celtic.
Under 17; Cavan Celtic begins in early May.
Killann Parish Pilgrimage to the World Meeting of Families:
This year’s Killann Parish Pilgrimage will be to the World Meeting of Families in the RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin on Thursday, August 23rd. Other parishes from the Diocese will be travelling to the event along with Bishop Leo O’Reilly on that day. A bus will be travelling to the RDS from Bailieborough and further details will be announced later. If, however you would like to book a place on the bus, please contact the Parish Office on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am to 3.30pm, Tuesdays from 12pm to 1.30pm and Fridays from 2pm to 6pm. Everyone going that day will also have to register online at www.worldmeeting2018.ie. If you have difficulty doing this, please tell the Parish secretary and they will provide you with assistance. At present, tickets for the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park on August 26th are dependent on registering for the World Meeting of Families during the previous week. It is hoped to organise a bus from Bailieborough on that day too.
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, May, June, July and August 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), May 20th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 10th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 23rd (Saturday 1.30pm), July 7th (Saturday, 1.30pm), July 15th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 11th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 19th (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.
‘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 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.
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.