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Bailieborough News. March 23rd 2017
/in News /by PetraBailieborough News. March 23rd 2017 Matthew J. Cullen.
Bailieborough St. Patrick’s Day Parade
On Friday afternoon last, the 16th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade took place in the town. On a cold, wet and breezy afternoon, the crowds thronged 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. Phillip Fyfe—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 (who are celebrating their Centenary this year) 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 R.T.E. cameras were present with a small segment of the Parade being shown on the six o’clock evening news.
The Prizewinners on the day (which were independently judged) were, Best Commercial Float, Blackwell Construction, Best Comedy Award went to ‘Knockbride Variety Show’, The Special Achievement Award went to Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C. and the Best Dressed Shop Window went to Black’s Butchers, Main Street.
A big THANK YOU to all the fantastic creative volunteers, entrepreneurs, voluntary and community groups, local businesses and famous faces who hit our streets to entertain and celebrate our National Patron Saint Patrick. A special word of thanks to RTE News and Sinead Hussey for covering the Bailieborough parade. A fusion of colour, razzmatazz and spectacular entertainment to all who gazed despite the weather. Here’s looking forward to next year’s Parade!
Damage to Car in St. Anne’s Church Carpark
Serious damage was done to a car in St. Anne’s Church Carpark on Sunday morning, March 12th –before or during the 10.00am Mass. The car in question was sideswiped by another car (probably red in colour) whose owner did not stop to report it. If the driver of the car wishes to accept responsibility or if there were any witnesses to the incident, they are asked to contact Fr. Michael Router at 087 4407990. Witness details will be kept confidential—if they so wish.
Parking at St. Annes: The above incident highlights the need for careful parking and driving around the Church. There is only space for four cars near the front doors of the Church and these are for people with disabled permits only. No other cars should be parked outside of the bays in the main carpark and certainly not in the avenues blocking entrances and exits. As an example of such thoughtlessness—a car was recently seen driving over the grass in order to park in the avenue, destroying a St. Vincent DePaul donation box in the process.
Deepest Sympathy
Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife, Joanne and son Thomas on the death of Patsy Cooney (Old Station Yard, Kirby Thore, Penrith, Cumbria U.K and formerly of Crocknahattina, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan on Friday, March 3rd, 2017, peacefully at home. Sympathy is also extended to Patsy’s sisters, Angela, Rose, Agnes, Rita, Carmel and Theresa, his mother-in-law, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Patsy’s Funeral and interment service took place at St. Margaret and St. James’ Church, Long Marton on Monday, March 13th, 2017. A Memorial Mass for Patsy will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough at a later date.
Deepest Sympathy is extended to sisters Sue and Rita brothers Brendan, Tom and Vincent, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and friends on the death of Phil Reilly, Glanadara, Tierworker, Bailieborough, who passed away peacefully at Cavan General Hospital on Wednesday, March 8th. Phil’s Funeral Mass took place on Friday, March 10th in St. Patrick’s Church, Tierworker with burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough.
Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Violet, son Stuart, daughter Sandra, son in law Ronnie, grandchildren Ross and Ryan, sisters Ann and Edith, brother-in-law Gaunie, sister-in-law Florrie, nieces, nephews and extended family and friends on the death of William (Willie) Cox, Urcher, Bailieborough, who passed away peacefully at Cavan General Hospital on Wednesday, 8th March 2017. Willie’s Funeral Service took place in Trinity Presbyterian Church, Bailieborough on Friday, March 10th with burial afterwards in Urcher Graveyard.
Ballinamoney Parents Association: Ballinamoney Parents Association are holding a Table Quiz in The Royal Breffni, Tierworker, on Friday 24th March, kicking off at 9pm sharp. €40 per table of 4. All welcome. Guaranteed to be a great night.
Bailieborough Model School: The Model School, Bailieborough is now open for enrolment for Junior Infants starting in September 2017. For an information pack and enrolment form, pleasecontact: themodelbailieborough@gmail.com or phone the office on 042-9665689.
‘Emer’s Evening’: (All proceeds go to St. Felim’s N.S. Playground)
Padraic and Lisa McIntyre held a fundraiser for Temple Street Children’s Hospital after their daughter Emer was born. It was called ‘Emer’s Evening for Temple Street’. To mark the fifth anniversary of this occasion, they are hosting it again. This time they have kindly offered that all proceeds will go to St. Felim’s N.S. Playground.
Emer’s Evening will take place in the Bailie Hotel, on Sunday, April 9th. Doors will open at 7.30pm with the show starting at 8.00pm, sharp. Tickets are €25 and are on sale from The Bailie Hotel and SuperValu.
The line –up for this event is one of the best ever assembled in the town: House Band—Kudos, MC’S on the night—Neal and Fergal Tully (The Goggle Box Twins), The Strypes, Charlie McGettigan (Eurovision Winner), Kevin McGahern (The Republic of Telly), Elenor Shanley (Singer), Michael Harding (Writer), Seamus O’Rourke (Writer and Actor), Saramai Leech (Singer/Songwriter), Geoff Minogue and Mike Sheehan (Fair City), Jane McGrath and Pa Ryan (Red Rock), Aoibhinn McGinity and Ian Lloyd Anderson (Love/ Hate), Manus Halligan (Actor), Peter Daly (Actor), Janet Moran (Actress), Aaron Monaghan (Actor), Clare Monnelly (Actress) and Jayne Origan and friends (Musical Theatre).
As the event will probably sell-out very quickly, patrons are advised to secure them as quickly as possible for what will be one of the events of the year!!
Bailieborough Social Day Group: The Bailieborough Social Day Group wish to sincerely thank Brendan O’Reilly and the Swim Club who organised the Christmas Day Swim and Annual Christmas Draw and all who supported them in raising the necessary funds for the Social Day Group. The total proceeds raised amounted to €1,844 which will go towards lots of activities for the Senior citizens in the area.
Bailieborough Mental Health Association: Bailieborough Mental Health Association would like to thank most sincerely all the people who supported their recent Round Table quiz. Over €1000 was raised on the night and this will be put to good use in the community.
East Cavan Swim Club: Well done to the 56 swimmers who have competed in the South West Minor League this year, with a series of meets with swim clubs from Omagh, Enniskillen, Sligo and Ballyshannon. This is a development league which gives swimmers their first experiences of competing and is very important to the club. A number of our swimmers will progress to the finals of the league which will take place in May in Omagh.
East Cavan Swim Club swimmers at Ballyshannon Leisure Centre, Co. Donegal.
LEND A HAND: ‘Lend a Hand’ is for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you need a job done, or even just a chat. Phone Ann on 042 9694825.
RUN/WALK/JOG/CRAWL: Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to run, walk, jog or crawl at Bailieborough Community Centre at 8pm. Enjoy tea, biscuits and fruit afterwards. All welcome.
Bridge Results: Tuesday, March 8th: First: Elizabeth Murphy and Rosaleen Mackey, Second: Helen Clarke and Kathleen McArdle. Best Gross: Pauline McEvoy and Rosaleen Keegan. Third: Malcolm Cross and Gemma McCabe.
Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Hotel Bailie at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.
Bailieborough School of Music: Bailieborough School of Music AGM will be held in Bailie Hotel on Wednesday next, March 29th at 8pm, everyone welcome.
Lotto results for 18/03/17. Numbers Drawn; 5, 13, 22, 23. No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners, Mary McDonald, Lear; Janet Bolger; Linda Gargan, Barrack St, Maggie Owens, c/o Giles Bar. Jackpot next week, €2,200.
Knockbride Variety Show: Knockbride Variety Show are hosting their 9th Annual Variety Show on Thursday 30th, Friday 31st of March and Saturday 1st of April. Doors open each night at 8pm and the show will commence at 8.30pm. An extravaganza of Comedy, Song, Music and Dance.
BAILIEBOROUGH TIDY TOWNS – ADOPT A ROAD/STREET/ESTATE SCHEME: If you would like to help out and keep your road, estate or street litter free, please contact Bernie 086 1608842, Seamus 086 2836157 or Kevin in Bailie Stores. All those who are already picking up litter on their road, please contact us as well. Thanking you for help in keeping Bailieborough tidy.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for April, May and June 2017: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–March 26th (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 8th (Saturday, 1.30pm), Saturday, April 15th (Easter Vigil, 9.00pm), April 30th (Sunday, 12.30pm), May 6th (Saturday, 1.30pm), May 21st (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 10th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and June 25th (Sunday, 1.00pm).
Bailieborough Library
Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm
Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.
Ipads with Social Media for Beginners – Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm. This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs. (IPADS are provided). Contact:042 9665779 or
email: fburke@cavancoco.ie
Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.
The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.
Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis;
Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm;
Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month;
Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre will be running a Kayak Skills Camp on the 10th-12th April from 10am-2pm daily for 9-16 year olds and a Forest School Camp Craft on the 19th-21st April from 10am-2pm daily for 6-12 year olds. Camps are run by highly qualified and experienced instructors. Contact Philomena on 049 5552988 to book your place.
‘Patrick’s Quest for Mayor’: Presents Rambling House in Gallonray House in Gallonray House on Saturday 25th of March starting at 8.30pm, sharp. Free Admission. Refreshments and raffle on the night. The best of music, stories and dance. A night not to be missed. Come for the craic.
Fíor Ceili: Fíor Céili practice takes place in the Killinkere GAA Centre every Wednesday at 8.30pm. All welcome.
Gerard Kiernan Tea Dance: In Aid of Kilnaleck Comhaltas on Tuesday night 28th March ,2017 in the Realtog Centre Kilnaleck at 8 30 pm.
Fabulous Entertainment and Local Artists, Raffle on the night, Light Refreshments served, Voluntary Donation and Everybody welcome, for a great night of crack and fun.
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.
If any readers have items of interest to be included in the Bailieborough News, (Obituaries, News Items, Sports, etc…), please e-mail: mattie42@eircom.net or call 042 9666200.
Bailieborough News. March 16th 2017
/in News /by PetraBailieborough News. March 16th 2017 Matthew J. Cullen.
Bailieborough St. Patrick’s Day Parade to be the highlight on the green calendar
The community of Bailieborough in East Cavan is gearing up to host the largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the County. The new and improved Parade will host large crowds and impressive floats are expected on the day to make it a very memorable occasion. RTE will also be in attendance, supporting the festivities of the day. Music, face painters, and magicians will be provided to ensure fun for the whole family.
Once again, competition will be fierce to win one of the four main prizes on offer: Best Dressed Window, Best Comedy Float, Best Commercial Float and the Special Achievement Award. There will be prize money of €100 in each category.
The parade will start at 2pm and all those taking part must start to assemble from 1pm at the Community School on the Virginia Road. It is free to enter the parade and everyone is welcome to take part.
For further information, please contact the Chairperson of the Committee, Philip Fyfe or the Secretary, Niamh Smyth on 042-966 66 66.
Bailieborough St. Patrick’s Day Committee Members (L-R) Raymond Gilsenan– Treasurer; Cllr. Paddy McDonald, P.R.O.; Niamh Smyth T.D.,Secretary; Philip Fyfe, Chairman; Seamus Rahill, Treasurer; Kieran Donohoe, P.J. Barry, Fiona Sheils, and Malcom Gargan (missing from photo)
Confirmation
Bishop Leo O’Reilly administered the Sacrament of Confirmation to sixty-one children from St. Annes N.S., The Vale N.S. and St. Patrick’s N.S., Shercock on Saturday last, in St. Anne’s Church. On a dull, damp but mild morning, Bishop Leo administered the sacrament to the following: St. Annes N.S.: Jamie Carolan, Callum Clerkin, Jade Clinch, Grace Cooney, Kelly Cox, Sean Daly, Dylan Doyle, Amber Lee Dunne, Grace Farrelly, Daniel Foran, Olin Giles, Joshua Gilsenan, Kian Gorman, Moya Gregory, Ben Halpin, Amanda Hawthorne, Shane Hogan, Rian Kellett, Sean Patrick Lagbas, Eleanor Liggan, Lydia McBrine, Tara McCabe, Caelinn McEntee, Jessie McEntee, Lauren McGowan, Amy Maloney, Aidan O’Neill, Zarah Rogers.
St. Felim’s N.S. The Vale: Lauren Cahill, Reyanna Clarke, Sorsha Cooney, Katie Cosgrove, Michella Cundelan, Gary Leddy, Calvin McPhillips, Shane Monaghan, Michael O’Reilly, Noah O’Sullivan, Aaron Redmond, Ellen Reilly, Ava Sheridan, Kyle Sullivan, Shane Traynor, Callum Trumper, Luke Tully.
St. Patrick’s N.S., Shercock: Daisy Cox, Louis Fidgeon, Holly Gaughan, Kate Gilbride, Kerry Halpin, Adam Hand, Caleb Kiely, Lucia Lambe, Maria McCaul, Tomas McCaul, Ava McEvoy, Emily McPhillips-Sheridan, Patryk Mecinski, Caolan Roberts, Aisling Sankey and Luke Sheridan.
Castle Lake Demense
Thank you, thank you, thank you all, what a wonderful 2 days we had at Castle Lake planting our Hardwood Peace Forest. Bailieborough you gave a great account of yourself, you should be very proud. There were so many groups and organisations that got us over the line, to start naming them would offend the ones we forgot, you know who you are. We always knew there was a great community spirit in Bailieborough and March 8th and 9th 2017, proved that. Well done all.
Ballinamoney Parents Association
Ballinamoney Parents Association are holding a Table Quiz in The Royal Breffni, Tierworker, on Friday 24th March, kicking off at 9pm sharp. €40 per table of 4. All welcome. Guaranteed to be a great night.
Bailieborough Social Day Group: The next get-together of the Bailieborough Social Day Group will take place on Wednesday, March 15th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members are always welcome for a great afternoon’s chat, fun and music.
Bailieborough Model School: The Model School, Bailieborough is now open for enrolment for Junior Infants starting in September 2017. For an information pack and enrolment form, pleasecontact: themodelbailieborough@gmail.com or phone the office on 042-9665689.
‘Direction for Our Times’—Important Notice
The first Thursday, Lay Apostle Prayer Meeting has now moved from St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough to Tearmann Anama (formerly Kilnacrott Abbey). There will be a new start time of 7.00pm beginning on the first Thursday in April. If you have any queries, please call 049 437 3040 or 083 4877 325.
Co. Cavan Citizens Information Services: Co. Cavan Citizens Information Service is in The Library, Market Square, Bailieborough on Tuesdays from 1.00pm – 2.30pm, providing Information, Advice and Advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc. No appointment necessary.
Deepest Sympathy
Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband, Sean, daughter Maria, sons Kevin and Oliver, brothers, John, Brian, Donal and Gerard, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends on the death of Maureen Kelleher (nee Murray), Institute Road, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, on Monday 27th February, 2017, peacefully, at her residence. Maureen was a former teacher at Bailieborough Community School and such was the high esteem that Maureen and her family was held by the local community, that the attendance at her Funeral on Wednesday, March 1st in St. Annes Church was one of the biggest ever witnessed. Following her Funeral Mass, Maureen’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery.
LEND A HAND: ‘Lend a Hand’ is for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you need a job done, or even just a chat. Phone Ann on 042 9694825.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.: Well done to the Club’s Under 18 side, who defeated Cootehill Harps by 5—2 in the quarter-final of the C.M.U.L. Cup on Thursday evening last. Also well done to the players and management of the Under 12 side who recently won the C.M.U.L Under 12 League.
RUN/WALK/JOG/CRAWL: Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to run, walk, jog or crawl at Bailieborough Community Centre at 8pm. Enjoy tea, biscuits and fruit afterwards. All welcome.
Bridge: Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Hotel Bailie at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.
Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 11/03/17. Numbers Drawn; 4, 7, 8, 9. No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners, Sean Keane, Lisball; Emma Gormley, Beckscourt; Linda Gargan, Barrack St, Pat Clarke, Woodview. Jackpot next week, €2,100.
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 TIDY TOWNS – ADOPT A ROAD/STREET/ESTATE SCHEME: If you would like to help out and keep your road, estate or street litter free, please contact Bernie 086 1608842, Seamus 086 2836157 or Kevin in Bailie Stores. All those who are already picking up litter on their road, please contact us as well. Thanking you for help in keeping Bailieborough tidy.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for March and April 2017: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–March 18th (Saturday, 1.30pm), March 26th (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 8th (Saturday, 1.30pm), Saturday, April 15th (Easter Vigil, 9.00pm) and April 30th (Sunday, 12.30pm).
Bailieborough Library: Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm
Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.
Ipads with Social Media for Beginners – Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm. This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs. (IPADS are provided). Contact:042 9665779 or
email: fburke@cavancoco.ie
Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.
The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.
Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis;
Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm;
Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month;
Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre will be running a Kayak Skills Camp on the 10th-12th April from 10am-2pm daily for 9-16 year olds and a Forest School Camp Craft on the 19th-21st April from 10am-2pm daily for 6-12 year olds. Camps are run by highly qualified and experienced instructors. Contact Philomena on 049 5552988 to book your place.
Fíor Ceili: Fíor Céili practice takes place in the Killinkere GAA Centre every Wednesday at 8.30pm. All welcome.
Irish Night: Irish Night on Saturday 18th March in Killinkere GAA Centre.
Singing, dancing, music, recitations and comedy. 8.30pm. All welcome.
Gerard Kiernan Tea Dance: In Aid of Kilnaleck Comhaltas on Tuesday night 28th March ,2017 in the Realtog Centre Kilnaleck at 8 30 pm.
Fabulous Entertainment and Local Artists, Raffle on the night, Light Refreshments served, Voluntary Donation and Everybody welcome, for a great night of crack and fun.
Pro Life Meeting Cavan: Calling all people who care about protecting life, Sadly Our Country has possibly one last opportunity to protect those who cannot protect themselves. Your help is urgently requested to attend a Prolife information session in the Farnham Arms Hotel Cavan on 22nd of March at 7.30 pm. For any more info contact 087 3627533.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 13th March 2017 Under 6/8/10; We had a great day on Saturday last when quite a large group, almost 30 boys and their parents, went to Carrick to play the hosts in Under 6/8/10. A great afternoon was had and a big shout out to all the boys who were playing in their first ever games. They all did very well. More of these blitzes coming up. Thanks to Carrick for hosting and to Ben and Amy and our parents for their assistance.
Saturdays big U6/8/10 squad in Carrick.
Under 12/14/16/18;
The weather, again, put paid to the rearranged first round of the U12 league as Mullahoran was waterlogged. Thankfully Cootehill came in and played our boys in a small challenge game on the astro at the Vale. The next round is scheduled for next Saturday.
Above; Saturdays U12s.
The Under 14 blitzes will now be played on Mondays starting from next week. The league will follow on from that.
Under 16 and minor club training will commence once the minor football league concludes.
Celtic Challenge, intercounty U17 competition this year in May. A competitive group with Meath/Cavan/Louth/Monaghan/Longford and Leitrim.We aim to have even more of our boys on this panel this year. Training this Wednesday at 6.30 on the 3G.
Hurling training times and venues;
Kingscourt group; Under 6/8/10;
Thursday 6.45-7.45pm for U6/8 and 6.45-8.15 for U10 in the Community Centre. €3 each and bring water bottle.
Bailieborough group U6/8/10; no training this week, St. Patricks Day.
Friday at the Bailieborough Community School Sports Hall. U6/8 from 6-7. Under 10 from 7-8pm. €3 each and bring the water bottle.
Under 12/14/16/18;
Under 12 league this Saturday.
Under 16/18s will begin training when the minor football league is over.
For all info on these age groups then please contact Kathryn 087 244 1371 The week ahead; Thursday Kingscourt U6/8/10 training indoors in the Community Centre No Friday Bailieborough U6/8/10- St. Patrick’s Day Saturday, U12 league game, U14s training.
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.
If any readers have items of interest to be included in the Bailieborough News, (Obituaries, News Items, Sports, etc…), please e-mail: mattie42@eircom.net or call 042 9666200.
Bailieborough News. March 9th 2017
/in News /by PetraBailieborough News. March 9th 2017 Matthew J. Cullen.
Castle Lake Forest Demense
Exciting News, We are delighted to announce that Coillte are preparing the recently harvested area at Rebel Hill for re-planting. They have also confirmed that there will be an extensive planting of Hardwoods in the area. These will include 1,000 Oak plants, 200 Hazel, 100 Holly, 500 Larch and 200 Scott’s Pine. It will be called the Peace Forest and will stand in commemoration of victims of the Troubles. The Northern Ireland Woodland Trust have agreed to plant 2,000 hardwoods north of the Border, also in commemoration of victims of the Troubles. We will be asking the community to get involved in the planting as this will be the largest Community Planting Project to take place in the Republic.
Have your chance to plant a tree and take your place in History. The planting will be going ahead tomorrow (Thursday, 9th) and Friday, March 10th from 12 noon—weather permitting! You will need to bring your own spade. For further details, please contact 042 9694716, if you would like to take part in this momentous event.
Confirmation
Bishop Leo O’Reilly will be present to administer the Sacrament of Confirmation to sixty-one children from the Parish, on Saturday next, March 11th at 12 noon in St. Anne’s Church.
A practise for the young people receiving Confirmation, their parents and sponsors will take place on Wednesday night in St. Anne’s Church at 8.00pm.
Bailieborough Men’s Shed
Bailieborough Men’s Shed would like to invite new participants to the recently formed group at the Bexcourt Centre. If interested please phone 0429694825 for further details.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on Friday, March 17th in Bailieborough will commence at 2.00pm—starting at the Community School on the Virginia Road. There are prizes for the best Float, best Comedy Float and there are also prizes for the Best Dressed Window display. So come along and celebrate our National Holiday and enjoy the parade.
Ballinamoney Parents Association
Ballinamoney Parents Association are holding a Table Quiz in The Royal Breffni, Tierworker, on Friday 24th March, kicking off at 9pm sharp. €40 per table of 4. All welcome. Guaranteed to be a great night.
Congratulations
Congratulations and well done to Lorraine Harris and staff on their winning of ‘Store of the Year’ in their category at the SuperValu National Conference which was held in the Malton Hotel, Killarney last week. It is great to see National recognition for all the hard work that, Lorraine and her staff and management have put into the store.
Bailieborough Social Day Group
A bus will leave from the Community Centre on Thursday, March 9th at 7.15pm to go to ‘Hall of Fame Frolics’ in Ballyjamesduff. A great night’s entertainment.
Bailieborough Model School
The Model School, Bailieborough is now open for enrolment for Junior Infants starting in September 2017. For an information pack and enrolment form, please contact: themodelbailieborough@gmail.com or phone the office on 042-9665689.
Social Dancing
Dancing on next Saturday evening in the Community Centre is by Brendan Magee and Eugene Cunningham. Brendan is well known to Sky viewers of Country Music. Eugene is regarded as one of the best guitar players in this country. They make a great combo. Make sure you don’t miss them. Usual refreshments. All welcome.
Co. Cavan Citizens Information Services: Co. Cavan Citizens Information Service is in The Library, Market Square, Bailieborough on Tuesdays from 1.00pm – 2.30pm, providing Information, Advice and Advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc. No appointment necessary.
School Enrolment
Enrolments are now being taken for St. Brigid’s N.S. Tunnyduff for September 2017. Please telephone the school at 042 9660368 for an enrolment pack.
LEND A HAND
Lend a Hand’ is for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you need a job done, or even just a chat. Phone Ann on 042 9694825.
RUN/WALK/JOG/CRAWL
Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to run, walk, jog or crawl at Bailieborough Community Centre at 8pm. Enjoy tea, biscuits and fruit afterwards. All welcome.
Bridge Results: Tuesday, February 21st: Brennan Cup
First: Rose Brennan and Pattie Clarke, Second: Mona McCormack and Eilish Reynolds. Best Gross: Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson. Third: Rosaleen Mackey and Elizabeth Murphy.
Tuesday, February, 28th: First: Noreen Maguire and Betty Olwell, Second: Philomena Finnegan and Ita Clarke. Best Gross: Gemma McCabe and Patsy Corcoran. Third: Tom Moran and John McGahan.
Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Hotel Bailie at 8.00pm. New members are always most welcome.
Bailieborough School of Music
Lotto results for 04/03/17. Numbers Drawn; 1, 5, 8, 12. No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners, Anji Pidgeon, Ballinamoney; Jean Brennan, Urcher; John Reilly; Aislinn Carmody, Roscommon. Jackpot next week, €2,000.
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.
Cavan Birdwatch
Cavan Birdwatch have been invited to come along and participate in the following event.
You are invited to come along to a tree planting event at Castle Lake Forest Bailieboro on Friday next at 2pm.
This is part of an initiative called “Peace Forest Community Planting” in commemoration of the victims of the Troubles, on Friday 10th March. This area will be called the Peace Forest.
Coillte have sponsored the plants and will be on hand at the event.
Bring along spade and wellies. There will be no heavy work involved.
Our branch have used this forest over the past decade for our Dawn Chorus events as well as for individual Birdwatching, and many local members put in a lot of time and effort in erecting and maintaining nest boxes there so it would be wonderful if we could give them as much support as we can.
Drumkeery Group Water Scheme
Essential maintenance work will be carried out at Corravilla Reservoir on Wednesday, March 8th. There will be no water supply from 10.00am to 3.00pm. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
BAILIEBOROUGH TIDY TOWNS – ADOPT A ROAD/STREET/ESTATE SCHEME
If you would like to help out and keep your road, estate or street litter free, please contact Bernie 086 1608842, Seamus 086 2836157 or Kevin in Bailie Stores. All those who are already picking up litter on their road, please contact us as well. Thanking you for help in keeping Bailieborough tidy.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for March and April 2017
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–March 18th (Saturday, 1.30pm), March 26th (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 8th (Saturday, 1.30pm), Saturday, April 15th (Easter Vigil, 9.00pm) and April 30th (Sunday, 12.30pm).
Bailieborough Library: Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm
Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.
Ipads with Social Media for Beginners – Wednesday afternoons 2.15pm-4pm. This course will help those wanting to get to grips with Social Media using IPADs. (IPADS are provided). Contact:042 9665779 or
email: fburke@cavancoco.ie
Bailieborough Library Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has proven to be a vital life line for all stay-at-home parents who may be new to the area and wish to get out of the house and make new friends. There is a huge range of toys for children to play with, while parents can enjoy a cup of tea and chat.
The group meets at the Library Arts space every Wednesday at 10.30am-12pm. Why not join their Facebook Group and keep up to date with news and events.
Citizens Information every Tuesday 1.30pm-2.30pm on a first come first served basis;
Craft Group every Friday 10.30am-1pm;
Book Club 6pm-7pm last Thursday of every month;
Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre will be running a Kayak Skills Camp on the 10th-12th April from 10am-2pm daily for 9-16 year olds and a Forest School Camp Craft on the 19th-21st April from 10am-2pm daily for 6-12 year olds. Camps are run by highly qualified and experienced instructors. Contact Philomena on 049 5552988 to book your place.
Ballyjamesduff Musical Society: Present ‘Hall of Fame
Frolics’–on Thursday 9th/Friday 10th/ Saturday 11th March.
E-mail: bjdmusicalsociety@gmail.com. Booking Office 049 855 1000.
Fíor Ceili: Fíor Céili practice takes place in the Killinkere GAA Centre every Wednesday at 8.30pm. All welcome.
Irish Night: Irish Night on Saturday 18th March in Killinkere GAA Centre.
Singing, dancing, music, recitations and comedy. 8.30pm. All welcome.
Gerard Kiernan Tea Dance: In Aid of Kilnaleck Comhaltas on Tuesday night 28th March ,2017 in the Realtog Centre Kilnaleck at 8 30 pm.
Fabulous Entertainment and Local Artists, Raffle on the night, Light Refreshments served, Voluntary Donation and Everybody welcome, for a great night of crack and fun.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 6th March 2017:
Under 6/8/10; Training indoors continues each week in Kingscourt and Bailieborough. Groups now working well with those making the move up to U10 now settled into their new group. We hope to travel to Carrick this coming Saturday to the Phoenix Centre 4-5pm with as many U8/10s that want to travel. No Bailieborough U6/8/10 indoors Friday 10th, (Confirmation) or 17th (St. Patrick’s Day). Blitz Saturday and also welcome to Kingscourt training on Thursday instead. Kingscourt U6/8/10s at training Thursday.
Under 12/14/16/18; First round of U12 hurling league lost to bad weather. Will be refixed for later date, next round next Saturday. Celtic Challenge, intercounty U17 competition again this this year in May. A competitive group with Meath/Cavan/Louth/Monaghan/Longford and Leitrim. We aim to have even more of our boys on this panel this year. Training this Wednesday at 6.30 on the 3G.
Hurling training times and venues; Kingscourt group; Under 6/8/10; Thursday 6.45-7.45pm for U6/8 and 6.45-8.15 for U10 in the Community Centre. €3 each and bring water bottle. Bailieborough group U6/8/10; no training this week. Friday at the Bailieborough Community School Sports Hall. U6/8 from 6-7. Under 10 from 7-8pm. €3 each and bring the water bottle. Under 12/14/16/18; Under 12 league this Saturday. Under 16/18s will begin training when the minor football league is over. For all info on these age groups then please contact Kathryn 087 244 1371.
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.
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