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Bailieborough News. December 4th 2017. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellBailieborough Christmas Lights:
There was great excitement amongst the many people gathered at the Market Square on Saturday evening last with the traditional ‘Switching –On’ of the Bailieborough Christmas Lights. Christmas Carols and music was provided by the Bailieborough School of Music and children from the local schools. Santa and his Elves arrived on his sleigh to the great amazement of all the young children present. One of the town’s most noted, sprightly and respected senior citizens, Mrs Rose Fulton, Cavan Road assisted Santa in turning on the lights and everything went to plan when all the dazzling lights lit up to give the town a very Christmassy feel. The children and their parents, then had the opportunity to visit Santa and his Elves in his Grotto.
This year’s lights are magnificent, with everyone commenting on how great they look! It would be well worth one’s while to come along to the town, just to see this terrific display.
The Christmas lights this year is a collective effort of people in our town and highlights the desire to revive it! The number of people who helped out is huge and they gave vast amounts of their time from assembling, erecting and electricians to wire them, and we can’t thank them enough! The Christmas tree was made by local men, Freddie Trotter and Nigel Williamson and the Crib was made by Pat Argue.
Christmas spirit and community spirit is alive and well in Bailieborough and we wish you all, a happy and peaceful Christmas!
Bailieborough School of Music:
Lotto results for 02/12/17. Numbers Drawn; 2, 4, 8, 23. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Mary Rogers, Rebane, Shercock; Bernadette Mulvihill Lynch, Corglass; Mark Doughty, Drumeva; Conor, Jack and Ava Sheridan, Drumacarrow. Jackpot next week, €2,600.
Christmas Mass times at St. Annes, Bailieborough, St. Annes, Killann and St. Patricks, Shercock:
St. Annes, Bailieborough: Christmas Eve—Sunday, December 24th: 6.00pm—Children’s Mass—The 6pm Mass is primarily for children and young families—please expect movement and noise during the service.
Midnight Mass: 12 am.
Christmas Day: Monday, December 25th at 10.00am.
St. Annes, Killann: Christmas Eve at 8.00pm and Christmas Day at 10.00am.
St. Patricks, Shercock: Christmas Eve at 10.00pm and Christmas Day at 11.30am.
Social Dancing:
Social dancing takes place in our Community Centre on this Saturday night 11th of December. This will be a special occasion. Music is by Brendan Magee and Eugene Cunningham. Brendan is well known to country music followers on Sky T.V. Eugene played with showbands but got tired of all the travelling. He is more relaxed now and better than ever on his guitar.
This night is special, it is the Christmas Party Dance. There will be prizes galore and extras with the Supper. A great night with the stars and the extras. All welcome.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
Keep Bailieborough Tidy and reduce the amount of litter by investing in a Reusable Cup for sale in ‘Daybreak’ on Barrack St. This blue cup with the Cavan logo is an ideal present for Cavan fans and Coffee lovers. All proceeds go towards the Bailieborough Tidy Towns.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns annual Christmas raffle, tickets available in all the shops around the town lots of prizes.
Bridge Results:
Tuesday, November 21st: First: Pattie Clarke and Rose Brennan, Second: Marie McNicholas and Maresa Liggan. Best Gross: Tom Moran and John McGahan.
Tuesday, November 28th: First: Eilish Reynolds and Kathy O’Sullivan, Second: Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson. Best Gross: Patsy Corcoran and Sean Kelleher. Player of the Month: Helen Clarke.
Safe Pass: Safe Pass Course at Bailieborough Business Centre – on Wednesday, December 20th from 8am – 4pm. Cost €100.00. Carvery Lunch and Refreshments included. Call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Christmas Services:
Saturday, December 16th—‘a Quiet Christmas’—in Bailieborough Church at 11.30am. (This will be a quiet Service, in preparation for the Christmas Celebrations that gives space for reflection, prayer and healing for those grieving or otherwise saddened at Christmas time).
Sunday, December 17th: ‘Carols for the Family’ at 10.30am in Shercock Church.
‘Carols for the Family’ at 2.00pm in Mullagh Church.
Traditional Carol Service at 7.00pm in Bailieborough Church.
Saturday, December 23rd: ‘Through the Roof’—at 2.00pm in Knockbride Church. A Christmas Service for adults and children with learning challenges and their carers.
Sunday, December 24th: Christmas Eve Services: 7.00pm in Shercock Church and 8.30pm in Mullagh Church.
Monday, December 25th: Christmas Day Services: 10.00am in Bailieborough Church and 11.30am in Knockbride Church. All welcome to all these services.
Moybologue Historical Society:
Moybologue old graveyard is featured in the current Winter 2017 edition of Irish Roots Magazine. Copies on sale in Easons and various newsagents, or can be ordered online from the Irish Roots Magazine website.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to daughters, Mai, Margaret, Teresa, Angela and Ann Marie, sons Brian and John, brothers John, Tom and Barney, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren and extended family and friends on the death of Kathleen Nulty (nee Kennedy), St Joseph’s Nursing Home, Virginia and Dundragon, Bailieborough, Co Cavan who passed away peacefully at St Joseph’s Nursing Home on Sunday, November 19th. Kathleen’s Funeral Mass was held in St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Tuesday, November 21st with burial afterwards in St. Annes Cemetery.
Beginners Computers:
Computers for Beginners at Bailieborough Business Centre – One class per week for 5 weeks. Cost – Free of Charge. Get started with computers, many other classes offered as follow on classes on completion all FOC. Call 042-969-4716 to register or make further enquiries.
St. Vincent DePaul:
St. Annes, St. Vincent De Paul, Bailieborough works in the Parish of Killann, incorporating Bailieborough, Shercock, Killann, Knockbride and Tierworker. Our conference visit families and people in need in this community. Even in our improving economy, the number of people requiring our support is remaining stubbornly high. This year we will spend approximately 50,000 and we expect to spend this again in 2018. The type of support we provide is wide ranging but most often, we help families with basics such as food, heating and education costs. We rely entirely on your support. Please give what you can to the St. Vincent De Paul collection which takes place on Saturday and Sunday next, 9th and 10th of December. Thank you and best wishes for Christmas and 2018.
Bailieborough Group of Presbyterian Churches: Christmas Services: Sunday, December 17th: United Carol Service in Ervey Church at 3.00pm.
Sunday, December 24th: Service in Trinity Church at 10.30am and Corraneary at 12 noon.
Christmas Day, Monday, December 25th: United Service in Trinity Church, Bailieborough at 10.30am.
New Year’s Eve, Sunday, December 31st: United Service in Corglass at 11.00am. All welcome.
Inner City Helping Homeless:
Christmas Shoebox Appeal: Due to demand on supplies, we are starting our ‘Shoe Box’ Appeal early. Pick a shoe box and mark it, male or female. Fill the shoebox with essentials, such as socks, underwear, hats, scarves, gloves, sweets, chocolate and toiletries (NO aerosols, perfumes, aftershave, mouthwash or hand sanitizer). Drop your Shoe Box into the Palliative Care Charity Shop on Main Street. For further information, please contact 089 215 8673.
East Cavan Swim Club:
East Cavan Swim Club are very proud of all of these swimmers who excelled at the Ards Junior Christmas Gala on Saturday, December 2nd. Well done to Maia Finnane, Kelsey Buckland Morris, Kerry Buckland Morris, Kate Kierans, Molly Keegan, Sorsha Cooney, Orlaith Redmond, Oscar Longmore, Johann Behme, Wilhelm Behme and Aaron Redmond.
Fantastic swimming from everyone with lots of Personal Bests and medals (Johann – 3 bronze and 1 gold, Wilhelm-bronze, Kerry – 1 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze, Kate -2 gold, 1 silver and 1 bronze and the age 10 girls trophy, Oscar – 4 gold and Aaron- bronze).
Congratulations to all the swimmers for representing their club so well.
Many, many thanks to all those who supported our Cake Sale on Saturday morning by baking, selling, buying and making donations. Thanks to our own members and to those parents rebooking lessons – East Cavan Swim Club will be there for your children too in the future. Thank you to Bailieborough Leisure Centre for hosting us on Saturday.
We raised a total of €450 which will benefit all the children in the club.
Thank you all for your generosity.
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 Red Cross:
The Annual Senior Citizen Christmas Party will take place in the Hotel Bailie on Wednesday 6th of December at 6.30pm. Please contact Julie (086 8968928), Peter (085 1614408) or Helen (087 7431658). Tickets are €10.00 per person. Looking forward to seeing you all!
Drumkeery Group Water Scheme:
Scouring of the lines will be carried out between now and Friday, December 15th. This may cause some disruption to member’s water supply. Should any problems arise, please contact the Maintenance Officer—Seamus McCabe on 086 0466 188. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for December 2017 and January 2018:
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church– December 9th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and December 17th (Sunday, 12.30pm), January 13th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and January 27th (Sunday, 12.30pm).
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.:
Our Annual General Meeting took place last Friday 1st, December 2017 in the Clubrooms of St Annes Park, Bailieborough. The following officers were elected for the coming year, 2018.
President – Pat Clarke,
Vice Presidents – Fr. Router, Paddy Kelly, Paddy Matthews, Benny Clarke, Rita Clarke and John Rooney.
CHAIRPERSON – Paddy McDonald.
Vice -Chairman – Donal Clarke.
Secretary – Mark Gilsenan.
Vice-Secretary – Kevin McIntyre.
Treasurer – Eddie Cooney.
Vice-Treasurer – Teresa Reilly.
Club PRO – Gavin Mackey.
Registrar – Cathal Sheridan.
Coaching Officer – Shane Lynch.
Development Officer – Donal Clarke.
Insurance Officer – Gary Heaney.
Youth Officer – Finbarr Clarke.
Irish Officer – Paudge Farrelly.
Children’s Officer – Orla O’Sullivan.
Health & Wellbeing Officer – Finbarr Clarke.
Players Rep – TBC
Lotto committee: Brain Keegan, Mark Gilsenan, Gavin Mackey, David Coleman, Paddy McDonald, Rep from ladies and rep from Camogie.
Pitch Rota -Rita Clarke.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 4th December 2017
Under 6/8/10;
Really great work from both groups each week. We trawl far and wide for hurlers and they come from all over to hurl with us at East Cavan Gaels. The Kingscourt group on Thursdays cater for most from the Kingscourt area. We have loads of room in the massive hall so more players are always very welcome to join with us.
The Friday Bailieborough groups continue to go from strength to strength. Players from all over the region hurl with us under the East Cavan Gaels flag. Bailieborough, Shercock, Killinkere, Knockbride, Mullagh and even further afield create a great atmosphere every Friday. Lads making lots of new friends while learning the skills with us. Keep up the good work.
One more week then we call it a day for 2017. Thursday in Kingscourt and Friday in Bailieborough.
Above; The Kingscourt indoor hurling group on Thursday.
Above; The Bailieborough training group U6/8s on Friday.
Above; The Bailieborough U10 training group on Friday.
Under 12/14/16/18; All our sides have now finished their hurling activity for 2017 and take a well-earned break. We will resume for most around the end of January.
Adult hurling; The 7 a side adult league never got going due to fixture congestion and will be rescheduled. We will start again in early 2018 with adult hurling.
Foundation level hurling award/ Child protection/ Garda vetting:
Saturday 9th December in Breffni Park. All interested in getting this important part done contact Willie 086 164 9280.
The week ahead;
Thursday;.Kingscourt indoors in the Community Centre 6.45-7.45.
Friday; Bailieborough indoors at the BCS sports hall U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8.
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.
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. November 27th 2017. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellBailieborough Christmas Lighting Event:
Santa is coming to Bailieborough town this Saturday, December 2nd at 5.30pm to turn on the new Christmas tree and lights! The Bailieborough School of Music along with lots of local school children will be singing Christmas Carols, Santa’s Grotto will be open, and lots of other jolly entertainment to enjoy. Everyone is welcome to come along and join the Christmas festivities. #itsyourtown
Bailieborough School of Music:
Lotto results for 25/11/17. Numbers Drawn; 5, 9, 15, 16. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Kay Liggan, Kingscourt Rd; Sandra Smith, Galbolie; Damien and Sean, Galbolie; Kevin Donohoe, Ballyjamesduff. Jackpot next week, €2,500.
Christmas Mass times at St. Annes, Bailieborough, St. Annes, Killann and St. Patricks, Shercock:
St. Annes, Bailieborough: Christmas Eve—Sunday, December 24th: 6.00pm—Children’s Mass—The 6pm Mass is primarily for children and young families—please expect movement and noise during the service.
Midnight Mass: 12 am.
Christmas Day: Monday, December 25th at 10.00am.
St. Annes, Killann: Christmas Eve at 8.00pm and Christmas Day at 10.00am.
St. Patricks, Shercock: Christmas Eve at 10.00pm and Christmas Day at 11.30am.
Meeting on Rural Crime:
A Public meeting on Rural Crime will take place in the Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough at 7.30pm on Monday evening next, December 4th. This meeting is being hosted by Niamh Smyth TD and Justice Spokesperson Jim O’Callaghan will be guest speaker on the night. Gardaí and security companies will also be in attendance to offer advice to members of the public. All are welcome.
Bailieborough’s Fittest Family: Christmas Special:
Bailieborough’s Fittest Family, ‘Christmas Special’ will take place on Sunday next, December 3rd, commencing at 12.30pm at the Community Centre, Chapel Road. Take part in the ‘Fun Run with a Difference’—1k, 3k, 5k and 10k—Enjoy Christmas Music, Fun, Food, Laughter and a lot more! Win your full Christmas Shopping and more with SuperValu, Bailieborough and other local shops. For more information, please call Tony at 086 399 3430.
Well Done:
Well done to the boys from St. Felim’s N.S., The Vale and their coach, Mr Geraghty on winning the Cumann Na Mbunscoil Football Championship Final in Breffni Park on Saturday, November 11th by defeating near neighbours, Shercock N.S.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
Bailieborough Tidy Towns request that no posters or advertisements be put up in the town area that is: Main Street, all approach roads to the town from the 50 kilometre signs in, the roundabouts and the fence opposite Tesco. For a few weeks, there were no signs to be seen, but lately they have made their way back. We thank you for your cooperation.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns annual Christmas raffle, tickets available in all the shops around the town lots of prizes.
Annual Christmas Parade of Lights Tractor Run and Family Fun Day
with special guests ‘Grassmen’ hosted by Active Agri Association.
All Vehicles must be—roadworthy and fully insured— welcome.
(Lorries, Tractors, Vans, Cars and Bikes).
Saturday 2nd December 2017.
Proceeds for the Children’s Ward in Cavan General Hospital.
Starting from Killinkere Leisure Centre at 4pm Sharp. The route starts from Killinkere Leisure Centre and will pass through: Cross, Mullagh,
Kingscourt, Bailieborough and then back to Killinkere Leisure Centre.
The route is 51km long and it will take just over 2 hours to complete.
Registration €20 from 11am on the day.
Kids Peddle Tractor Parade at 3pm /Raffle on the day.
For More Details Contact one of the following numbers:
Floyd McNeill (086) 8739323, Charlie McCann (087)3992050, Peter O’Reilly (087)2734338, Alan Kieran (086)3352885, Martin Murray (086)3027193, Ryan Carroll (086)8957348, Pamela Chambers (086)3207728, Ciara Byers (087)7106882 or Gwen McNeill (086)1648714.
Safe Pass: Safe Pass Course at Bailieborough Business Centre – on Thursday, December 14th from 8am – 4pm. Cost €100.00. Carvery Lunch and Refreshments included. Call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place.
Bailieboro’ Church of Ireland Annual Sale :
The Annual Bailieborough Church of Ireland Christmas Sale takes place on Saturday, 2nd December – in the Church Hall, doors open at 2pm. Lots of bargains. All the usual stalls and more. Everybody very welcome. Please come along and bring your friends.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to the family of Patrick (Paddy) Keaskin, (Warrenpoint) who passed away on Monday, 6th November 2017 peacefully at his home, 94 Clermont Gardens, Warrenpoint, Co. Down and formerly of Seeorum, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, dearly loved husband of Catherine and the late Anne (nee Byrne) and much loved father of Sinead, Aideen, Crona and Ronan and stepfather to Micheal and Sonia Murtagh, grandchildren, brothers, sisters and entire family circle.
Paddy’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Brigid’s Church, West Knockbride on Wednesday, November 8th followed by interment in the adjoining Cemetery.
Beginners Computers:
Computers for Beginners at Bailieborough Business Centre – One class per week for 5 weeks. Cost – Free of Charge. Get started with computers, many other classes offered as follow on classes on completion all FOC. Call 042-969-4716 to register or make further enquirers.
St. Vincent DePaul:
Now open during lunchtimes and an extra hour in the evenings. Our opening hours are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10am to 5pm, Saturdays from 10am to 1pm and 7pm to 9pm on Thursday’s for late night shopping. We would be delighted to accept donations of any unwanted Christmas decorations, trinkets, ornaments, etc. Unfortunately, we cannot accept any electrical items, so please do not donate lights or singing Santas, etc. Thank you for all the donations received since our last appeal. It’s greatly appreciated.
Inner City Helping Homeless:
Christmas Shoebox Appeal: Due to demand on supplies, we are starting our ‘Shoe Box’ Appeal early. Pick a shoe box and mark it, male or female. Fill the shoebox with essentials, such as socks, underwear, hats, scarves, gloves, sweets, chocolate and toiletries (NO aerosols, perfumes, aftershave, mouthwash or hand sanitizer). Drop your Shoe Box into the Palliative Care Charity Shop on Main Street. For further information, please contact 089 215 8673.
Confirmation Preparation:
The children in 6th Class in St. Annes N.S., St. Felims N.S. and the Model N.S. who will make their Confirmation in St. Annes, next March will be enrolled at the 10.00am Mass next Sunday, December 3rd.
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 Red Cross:
The Annual Senior Citizen Christmas Party will take place in the Hotel Bailie on Wednesday 6th of December at 6.30pm. Please contact Julie (086 8968928), Peter (085 1614408) or Helen (087 7431658) if you want to book a place by Sunday, 3rd of December. Tickets are €10.00 per person. Looking forward to seeing you all!
Lakeland’s Arch Club:
The Lakelands Arch Club are holding their ‘Santa Day’ at the BDA Centre, Shercock Road, on Sunday next, December 3rd at 3.00pm. All welcome.
Christmas Craft Fair and Cake Sale:
Ballinamoney Parent’s Association are holding a Christmas Craft Fair and Cake Sale on Sunday 3rd December, in St. Marys Hall, Tierworker from 10.30am until 1.30pm. Great opportunity to do a spot of Christmas shopping, and pick up some tasty treats. Guest appearance by Santa. All welcome.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extend to the relatives, neighbours and many friends of Charles Carolan, Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, who passed away on Friday, 17th November. Charlie’s Funeral Mass took place on Sunday, November 19th in St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery
Bailieborough Pioneer Association (PTAA):
Seniors or Juniors wishing to join or re-join the association, please contact: 086 3664097 or 086 4054000.
The Open Door Sessions: Mary McEvoy, Jan Muyllaert and Chasing Felix for ‘The Open Door Sessions’ 1st Birthday/Christmas Party.
Founded in December 2016, The Open Door Sessions, Bailieborough’s monthly Arts and Music Gathering, celebrates their first birthday with a Christmas/Birthday party from 9.00pm on Friday 1st December at Nixy’s, The Square, Bailieborough.
The Open Door Sessions are delighted to welcome actress Mary McEvoy who will be interviewed and perform a monologue; Jan Muyllaert harp maker /musician and Dublin-based band Chasing Felix.
Mary McEvoy is well-known for her role as Biddy in Glenroe from 1983-2000. Since then Mary has performed in numerous plays, including Big Maggie, Sive, The Field, The Chastitute, The Vagina Monologues, Shirley Valentine, The Matchmaker, The Year of the Hiker, Dancing at Lughnasa, Whippy, The Life and Times of Selma Mae, Moonlight and Music and Jo Bangles. She has just completed a tour of John B. Keane’s The Successful TD with Jon Kenny and Michael Scott.
Jan Muyllaert: Originally from Antwerp, Belgium, Jan has lived in Navan for forty-five years. He is busy fulltime making stringed instruments, mainly harps, but also mandolin, busuki, guitar etc. He is also an accomplished singer/songwriter and practices the guitar and poetry. He loves performing in all sorts of venues purely for the pleasure it brings him. As far as Jan is concerned, ‘any day that nothing creative happens is a not a good one.’
Chasing Felix is a Dublin based band with songs falling into the genres of Electro-Rock, Indietronica and Synth-Pop. Formed in June 2016 the band have recently released their second single, ‘Ghosts (In My Head)’. Band members are Damien Fegan (originally from Ballyjamesduff), Gavin Doyle and Peter Dzvonik. Finger food will be provided on the night.
Admission is free. Donations will be appreciated!
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for December 2017 and January 2018: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church– December 9th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and December 17th (Sunday, 12.30pm), January 13th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and January 27th (Sunday, 12.30pm).
Bailieborough Library: Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm
Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.
Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.
The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.
Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
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. November 20th 2017. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellHardtimes Chorus:
The recent concert by the ‘Hardtimes Chorus’ raised €9,815. The money will go towards the renovations of St. Annes Church and the Parish Centre. Last week, the Chorus members, their director and manager, all those who attended the concert and all who gave donations were thanked for this wonderful night. This week it is time to acknowledge the great co-operation that was received from local businesses, particularly the Bailie Hotel, SuperValu, and Bailie Stores who sold the tickets, Clarke’s Hardware for the use of their lorry to move equipment and Daybreak for their sponsorship. Thanks also to Anne Ryan Costello who co-ordinated the ticket sales, the Bailieborough Church Area Finance Committee, the ticket sellers on the night and on the weekends leading up to the concert, the stewards in the carpark provided by Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C., those who prepared the church in advance and cleaned it afterwards, Kevin Gorman for his promotion work on Social Media and to Peter Murtagh—MC on the night, for making sure everything ran smoothly.
Bailieborough School of Music:
Lotto results for 18/11/17. Numbers Drawn; 5, 13, 16, 24. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Bernadette Mulvihill Lynch, Corglass; Patrick Mortimer, Rakeevan; Claire Fay, Highfield; Kyle Higgins. Jackpot next week, €2,400.
32 County Honda Challenge:
So when the ‘easy’ bit of getting around the 32 counties on Hondas was over, the hard bit of collecting money and sponsorship was going on over the last few weeks. On Saturday night last, in Kangley’s—where the whole idea took shape and grew legs—the presentation of the cheque to Bumbleance took place. The Crew had hoped to raise €30,000 on their travels but when all was counted, they had raised an incredible amount of €46,113 for the Children’s Ambulance Service! A truly great achievement and great thanks must go to the organisers, the riders, the drivers, the collectors, the sponsors, families, friends and the communities who all gave so generously to such a worthy cause.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
Bailieborough Tidy Towns request that no posters or advertisements be put up in the town area that is: Main Street, all approach roads to the town from the 50 kilometre signs in, the roundabouts and the fence opposite Tesco. For a few weeks, there were no signs to be seen, but lately they have made their way back. We thank you for your cooperation.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns annual Christmas raffle, tickets available in all the shops around the town lots of prizes.
East Knockbride National School:
East Knockbride N. S are holding an enrolment evening for pupils who wish to enroll for September 2018 on Tuesday next, November 28th between 6.30pm and 7.30pm in the school. Parents and new pupils are welcome.
Bailieborough Heritage Society are hosting a talk on ‘The Evolution of Land Ownership from Landlords to Tenants’ by John O’ Donoghue in Bailieborough Library on Thursday 23rd November at 7.30pm. Admission free, all welcome.
Bailieborough Shamrock’s Underage:
The Underage Presentation for the Underage Boys and Girls is on Saturday 25th November in the Community School from 5.30pm. The two men who are attending the Presentation Night are none other than Armagh and Crossmaglen legend Oisin McConville and Cavans very own sharpshooter Seanie Johnson. All welcome.
Also on Saturday night, the Shamrocks are launching the DVD of their very successful ‘Lip Sync Battles’ in Nixys, The Square Bar at 9.00pm. A great night, not to be missed.
Charity Dog Walk:
On behalf of Bailieborough Vet Clinic, we (Conor Sheridan’s) would like to thank everyone who participated in our Annual Charity Dog Walk on Saturday 11th November. A huge thank you to all who donated including ‘Daybreak’ who kindly gave us refreshments for the event. The entire proceeds will be given directly to the Cavan SPCA. Hoping to see you all next year. Final donation figure to be announced later.
Classes at the B.D.A. Centre:
Beginners Class: We have Computers for beginners taking place in Bailieborough Business Centre, course is free. Phone: 042-96 94 716 or 086-794-9739 to reserve your place.
Mass of Remembrance:
The Annual Mass of Remembrance for all those who have died from the local community and for their bereaved families will take place on Saturday evening next, November 25th in St. Anne’s Church at 7.00pm.
Safe Pass:
Safe Pass course on Friday 14th December, fee €100 lunch included at Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road. Please call 042-969-4716 or 086-794-9739 to reserve your place.
U16 County Champions:
Congratulations to the Bailieborough Community School’s U16 boys who defeated St Aidan’s Comprehensive, Cootehill in the final of the U16 Cavan Schools competition in the 3G in Kingspan Breffni Park on Wednesday evening last. The lads won the game by 6—12 to 2—11. Well done to all the players involved and their successful management team of Mr Diver and Mr Kavanagh.
St. Vincent DePaul:
Now open during lunchtimes and an extra hour in the evenings. Our opening hours are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10am to 5pm, Saturdays from 10am to 1pm and 7pm to 9pm on Thursday’s for late night shopping. We would be delighted to accept donations of any unwanted Christmas decorations, trinkets, ornaments, etc. Unfortunately, we cannot accept any electrical items, so please do not donate lights or singing Santas, etc. Thank you for all the donations received since our last appeal. It’s greatly appreciated.
Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church:
An ‘Information Meeting’ for all parents of Servers, Choir Leaders, Sacristans, Volunteers, employees in the Parish (Bailieborough, Killann and Shercock) and all interested persons, will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Thursday, November 23rd at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome and invited to attend.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort:
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort sincerely thank all who supported their recent Community Variety Concert, the amount raised was €5336. Thank you all.
Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival and Town Events.:
Our Christmas magazine will be printed in next week or so! Thanks to all the businesses who sponsored ads in aid of the Christmas Lights Fund and all the various groups who gave us content for the magazine, we got a fantastic response! Most of the Christmas Lights are now in place and ready for the big switch-on on Saturday, December 2nd.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:
Another great weekend for the Club’s two senior sides. The Reserve B side had a great away win in Summerhill on Saturday last, when they defeated Summerhill Park Celtic by 2—0. Graham Bayliss with both goals.
On Friday night at the Vale Grounds, the Senior A side had a tough 4-1 win over Rathkenny. Tony O’Reilly, Jude Collins and Conor Noone (2) got the all-important goals to keep the side top of the table.
Cavan Birdwatch:
Dundalk is always a favourite with Cavan Birdwatch branch. There is an abundance of waders and migrating birds with great sites to watch them from.
We will be holding an outing to Dundalk bay on Sunday, 26th November. Meet at the docks at 12 noon. Park at Lidl carpark and cross the road to The Spirit Store. Bring a packed lunch and wear warm outdoor gear.
If you have any questions, email cavanbirdwatching@gmail.com
Or on the day phone Michael on 086 8854989 if you need assistance.
Birdwatch Ireland’s Niall Hatch will present a talk about garden birds in the Johnston Library, Cavan on Thursday, 23rd November at 7 p.m. all are welcome. No booking necessary.
Bailieborough Social Day Group:
The next get-together of the Social Day Group takes place, today, Wednesday, November 22nd in the Community Centre from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. New members are always most welcome.
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.
Christmas Craft Fair and Cake Sale:
Ballinamoney Parent’s Association are holding a Christmas Craft Fair and Cake Sale on Sunday 3rd December, in St. Marys Hall, Tierworker from 10.30am until 1.30pm. Great opportunity to do a spot of Christmas shopping, and pick up some tasty treats. Guest appearance by Santa. All welcome.
Bailieborough Pioneer Association (PTAA):
Seniors or Juniors wishing to join or re-join the association, please contact: 086 3664097 or 086 4054000.
The Open Door Sessions:
Mary McEvoy, Jan Muyllaert and Chasing Felix for ‘The Open Door Sessions’ 1st Birthday/Christmas Party.
Founded in December 2016, The Open Door Sessions, Bailieborough’s monthly Arts and Music Gathering, celebrates their first birthday with a Christmas/Birthday party from 9.00pm on Friday 1st December at Nixy’s, The Square, Bailieborough.
The Open Door Sessions are delighted to welcome actress Mary McEvoy who will be interviewed and perform a monologue; Jan Muyllaert harp maker /musician and Dublin-based band Chasing Felix.
Mary McEvoy is well-known for her role as Biddy in Glenroe from 1983-2000. Since then Mary has performed in numerous plays, including Big Maggie, Sive, The Field, The Chastitute, The Vagina Monologues, Shirley Valentine, The Matchmaker, The Year of the Hiker, Dancing at Lughnasa, Whippy, The Life and Times of Selma Mae, Moonlight and Music and Jo Bangles. She has just completed a tour of John B. Keane’s The Successful TD with Jon Kenny and Michael Scott.
Jan Muyllaert: Originally from Antwerp, Belgium, Jan has lived in Navan for forty-five years. He is busy fulltime making stringed instruments, mainly harps, but also mandolin, busuki, guitar etc. He is also an accomplished singer/songwriter and practices the guitar and poetry. He loves performing in all sorts of venues purely for the pleasure it brings him. As far as Jan is concerned, ‘any day that nothing creative happens is a not a good one.’
Chasing Felix is a Dublin based band with songs falling into the genres of Electro-Rock, Indietronica and Synth-Pop. Formed in June 2016 the band have recently released their second single, ‘Ghosts (In My Head)’. Band members are Damien Fegan (originally from Ballyjamesduff), Gavin Doyle and Peter Dzvonik. Finger food will be provided on the night.
Admission is free. Donations will be appreciated!
Cavan Institute:
To celebrate ‘College Awareness Week’, the Cavan Institute is holding an ‘Information Evening’ for parents of post primary students on Wednesday next, November 22nd at 7.30pm in its Cathedral Road Campus. Why not join them and find out the benefits of completing a PLC Course in Cavan Institute. Alternately, you and your son/daughter may also consider attending the ‘Drop In’ day on Saturday, November 25th from 12 noon to 4.00pm. These are great opportunities to chat to their staff, find out about the further education sector and discuss the options available to school leavers and adult learners, so don’t miss out!!
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for November, December 2017 and January 2018:
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–November 26th (Sunday 12.30pm), December 9th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and December 17th (Sunday, 12.30pm), January 13th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and January 27th (Sunday, 12.30pm).
Bailieborough Library:
Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm
Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.
Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.
The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.
Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis; Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
‘Doubt’: Following a hugely successful run “Doubt “is back by popular demand at the Ramor Theatre on Friday 24th and Saturday 25th November at 8.00pm.
Directed by Padraic McIntyre this stunning play in which School Principal Sister Aloysius locks horns with Parish Priest Father Flynn in 1960’s New York. Who is right?… Who will win the battle? It might be left with the audience to decide. Booking 049 8547074 or www.ramortheatre.com
Annual Christmas Parade of Lights Tractor Run and Family Fun Day
with special guests ‘Grassmen’ hosted by Active Agri Association.
All Vehicles must be—roadworthy and fully insured— welcome.
(Lorries, Tractors, Vans, Cars and Bikes).
Saturday 2nd December 2017.
Proceeds for the Children’s Ward in Cavan General Hospital.
Starting from Killinkere Leisure Centre at 4pm Sharp. The route starts from Killinkere Leisure Centre and will pass through: Cross, Mullagh,
Kingscourt, Bailieborough and then back to Killinkere Leisure Centre.
The route is 51km long and it will take just over 2 hours to complete.
Registration €20 from 11am on the day.
Kids Peddle Tractor Parade at 3pm /Raffle on the day.
For More Details Contact one of the following numbers:
Floyd McNeill (086) 8739323, Charlie McCann (087)3992050, Peter O’Reilly (087)2734338, Alan Kieran (086)3352885, Martin Murray (086)3027193, Ryan Carroll (086)8957348, Pamela Chambers (086)3207728, Ciara Byers (087)7106882 or Gwen McNeill (086)1648714.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 20th November 2017
Under 6/8/10; These lads continue to beaver away learning the hurling skills in Kingscourt and Bailieborough. This week’s Kingscourt group will train on Wednesday in the Community Centre at 7.15 due to the trade fair preparations from Thursday. Bailieborough group on Friday as normal.
Above; The Kingscourt indoor hurling group on Thursday.
Under 12/13; The lads finished out their season with a good workout on the 3G last week.
Under 16; Our U16s began their 3G games last Wednesday.
Congratulations; Congratulations to Bailieborough Community School on their recent U16 football win. ECG hurling men represented on the squad and congratulations to them also.
Foundation level hurling award/ Child protection/ Garda vetting:
As a club we need to get as many people Garda vetted and through the child protection course to keep the show on the road. It is vitally important that the club is well represented as it is a strict GAA requirement and must be adhered to. Those who wish to do a Foundation Level hurling course are most welcome to also. The next of these are on Saturday 9th December with the child protection and Foundation level hurling on the one day in Breffni Park so a great opportunity to get both done.
The week ahead; Wednesday; U16 Breffni 3G 7pm. Kingscourt indoors in the Community Centre U6/8/10 from 7.15-8.15 (please note the change of day and time for this week.
Friday; Bailieborough indoors at the BCS sports hall U6/8 6-7. U10 7-8.
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.