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Bailieborough News. February 16th, 2017
/in News /by PetraBailieborough News. February 16th, 2017 Matthew J. Cullen.
Bailieborough Mental Health Association: Annual Quiz
The Bailieborough Mental Health Association’s Annual Round Table Quiz Night will be taking place in the Bailie Hotel, Ballroom at 8.30pm sharp on Friday next, 17th February, 2017. “A fun night for young and old” Teams of 4 for €40. Special ‘Early Bird’ round for Extra points if you arrive on time!! “A Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body’!! All welcome.
Doodle 4 Google Competition: Vote for Michella
Michella Cundelan, a sixth class pupil in St. Felim’s National School (The Vale) is a finalist in her category in the National Doodle 4 Google Competition. The Theme of the competition was ‘If I could create anything it would be…’ and Michella’s doodle brilliantly illustrates her hope for peace in the world. Winners are chosen from an online public vote. Please support this very talented girl and our school by voting online on the Doodle 4 Google website. Voting closes on Tuesday next 21st February. https://doodles.google.ie/d4g/
Grandparents Mass
Tomorrow, Thursday 17th the 9.30am morning Mass will be offered for all the grandparents in the Parish. The children from St. Anne’s N.S. will attend.
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.
Deepest Sympathy
Deepest Sympathy is extended to daughter, Carmel, sons Séamus and Damien, son-in-law Martin, daughters-in-law, Helen and Sandra, grandchildren Peter, Fergal, Niamh, Sarah and Megan, brothers Eddie, Michael, Eugene and Jim, sisters Phyllis and Rosaleen, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends on the death of Peggy Clarke (nee Reilly), Tullywaltra, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who died peacefully on Sunday, 29th January 2017. Peggy was pre-deceased by her husband Peter. Peggy’s Funeral Mass took place in St Bridgid’s Church, Knockbride West on Tuesday, January 31st with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Deepest Sympathy is extended to sister, Lena, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends on the death of Andy Tully, Lurganbawn, who died on Thursday, 2nd February 2017 peacefully, at Fairlawns Nursing Home. Andy’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church on Saturday, February 4th with burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery.
Deepest Sympathy is extended to Rosemary Martin and family, Woodview, on the death of Rosemary’s father, Kevin McHugh, Station Road, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare who died on Friday, February 3rd , 2017, in Naas General Hospital. Kevin’s Funeral Mass took place in St Anne’s Church, on Wednesday, February 8th with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery.
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.
Preparation for Confirmation
The children in 6th Class in St. Anne’s N.S., St Felim’s N.S. and the Model N.S., who are preparing for Confirmation and their parents and guardians, will take part in the 10am Mass on next Sunday morning, February 19th.
Cavan Ladies Darts
A ‘Table Quiz’ in aid of Cavan Ladies Darts will take place in Smyth’s of Relaghbeg on Friday, February 17th commencing at 9.00pm, sharp. Table of four is €40 and there will be plenty of spot prizes. All welcome for a great night’s entertainment.
Bailieborough Community School in Association with Bailieborough Drama Group: In aid of Student Canteen Upgrade Fund
Presents “The Tide”, written by Tara Maria Lovett and directed by Conor Sheridan on Friday 24th February and Saturday, 25th February, 2017 at 8.30 p.m in Bailieborough Community School. – Tickets €12.00 and doors open at 8.00pm.
Tickets available at the following outlets: Pat’s Shop, Kingscourt, Hall’s Main St, Bailieborough, Waller Bros Ltd., Cavan Rd. Bailieborough, Bailie Stores, Main St. Bailieborough and Bailieborough Community School. Your support would be greatly appreciated and all are most welcome.
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.
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 11/02/17. Numbers Drawn, 6, 15, 17, 24. No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners; Anne Kennedy, Shercock Rd; Philip Sheridan, Galbolie; Michael Clarke, Dunena; Micheal Gaskin, Dundalk. Jackpot next week, €1,700.
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.
Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre
Digital Media Skills – If you have basic computer skills and would like to improve your abilities, learn how to create albums, collage, email attachments and much more. Cost €30 for 6 weeks, starting 16/02/2017. Call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for February, March and April 2017
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–February 25th (Saturday, 1.30pm), 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.
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.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 13th February 2017
Under 6/8/10; Our registration nights for both groups went very well. A warm welcome to all our new young hurlers. It is not too late to register if you missed it this week. Just collect a form at any training session and return it filled with the relevant details. For all info on these groups then please contact Willie 086 164 9280.
Under 12/14/16/18; Under 12 outdoor training will return this Saturday at 3.30 on the astro at the Vale. €3 each and bring moulded boots and water bottle. Special thanks to our good friends at Bailieboro Celtic AFC who continue to make their fine facilities available to us. The Under 12 Spring hurling league will begin on Saturday 4th March and every Saturday till early April. The U14 league will begin in early April on Mondays once the clocks change and we get the bright evenings again. For all info on these age groups then please contact Kathryn 087 244 1371.
Hurling training times and venues; Under 6/8/10; Kingscourt group; 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; 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.
Ballyjamesduff Musical Society
Present ‘Hall of Fame Frolics’–on
Wednesday 1st /Thursday 2nd/Friday 3rd / Thursday 9th/Friday 10th/ Saturday 11th March plus matinee on Sunday 5th March.
Booking office will open on Monday 20th February.
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.
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.
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. February 9th, 2017
/in News /by PetraBailieborough News. February 9th, 2017 Matthew J. Cullen.
Planned Renovation of Bailieborough Courthouse
On last Monday week, January 23rd, Allen McAdam of M.C.A. Consulting gave a presentation on the proposed Renovation of Bailieborough Courthouse in the Bailieborough Business Centre. He outlined the progress of the project so far. Funding has been secured from Enterprise Ireland to conduct a Feasibility Study – which would involve enterprise only. Also secured is €100,000 from REDZ (Rural Economic Development Zone) for PHASE I Capital work and plans for further redevelopment of the Courthouse and Bridewell. A lease is due to be signed shortly by the BDA with Cavan County Council for the Courthouse and Bridewell.
The feasibility study involves renovating the Courthouse in Bailieborough and restoring the old adjoining Bridewell Jail as a commercial, tourism and community resource and also investigating the potential to secure some funding from the Rural Development Programme (LEADER), PEACE IV.
The terms of reference of the project are: investigate the need for a centre of this nature in the greater Bailieborough Area, conduct a community needs analysis, consult with key local stakeholders, consult with any relevant statutory bodies, Assess insurance requirements and/or options, research and assess funding options, research and document needs and proposed usage patterns and recommend on-going maintenance options.
Allen then outlined a brief history of the Courthouse. It was erected in 1817, with the addition of the Bridewell Jail in 1833, for the use of the inhabitants of Co. Cavan. The jailer and his family lived on the first floor above the detention cells. The Bridewell and its history are unique. It was also used by the Courts Service and Cavan County Council until recent years and is currently in need of major refurbishment.
As part of the Community Consultation part of the project, an online survey was conducted by the B.D.A. over the past two months. 243 responses were received from all sections and ages of the local community. Over 75% of respondents were aware that funding has been secured to carry out initial works on the renovation and redevelopment of the former Courthouse and Bridewell in Bailieborough as an economic hub for the greater Bailieborough area. Over 98% of respondents wanted to see the property fully renovated and put to productive use.
The proposed schedule of works for the project is that it will be done in three phases: PHASE 1 Upstairs at front – Rentable office space/tourism information/staging posts for tours/Castle Lake – walks etc. PHASE 2 Multi-purpose community space- performance space, school of music etc. PHASE 3 Bridewell Museum and Visitor centre – Plantation town story, Bridewell and jail and people of note from Bailieborough.
The timescale for the proposed redevelopment is: Application lodged to PEACE IV in January 2017, in March 2017, EI Study Completed, in March/April 2017 – Architect appointed, December 2017 – PHASE 1 Completed, 2017/2018 – PHASE 2 and 3 – funding permitting.
For people who would like view the results of the feasibility study, it will be available to view on the Bailieborough Development Association’s facebook page and on the History page on Bailieborough.com
Bailieborough Mental Health Association: Annual Quiz
The Bailieborough Mental Health Association’s Annual Round Table Quiz Night will be taking place in the Bailie Hotel, Ballroom at 8.30pm sharp on Friday, 17th February, 2017. “A fun night for young and old”
Teams of 4 for €40. Special ‘Early Bird’ round for Extra points if you arrive on time!! “A Healthy Mind in a Healthy
Doodle 4 Google Competition: Vote for Michella
Michella Cundelan, a sixth class pupil in St. Felim’s National School (The Vale) is a finalist in her category in the National Doodle 4 Google Competition. The Theme of the competition was ‘If I could create anything it would be…’ and Michella’s doodle brilliantly illustrates her hope for peace in the world. Winners are chosen from an online public vote. Please support this very talented girl and our school by voting online on the Doodle 4 Google website. Voting opens on Tuesday 7th February and closes Tuesday 21st February. https://doodles.google.ie/d4g/
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.
Social Dancing
Next Saturday, 11th of February, is the night of this month’s Social Dancing in the Community Centre. Music this month is by the soft tones of the popular ‘J & S Sound’. You can enjoy a good supper as well and get back on the floor refreshed and ready to dance the night away. You are sure to enjoy another great night. All welcome.
Deepest Sympathy
Deepest Sympathy is extended to Eddie Gargan, Curkish, Bailieboro, on the recent, sudden death of his brother Tommy, Grays, Essex, England.
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.
Hedges and Verges
Bailieborough Tidy Towns have been informed that the cutting of hedges and verges on the approach roads into town is the responsibility of the landowners. As we are trying to improve the appearance of our town and surrounding area, we would appreciate if you would help out by cutting the hedges and verges on your road frontage. Thanking you for your cooperation and playing your part in keeping our town and its environs tidy.
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.
Cavan Ladies Darts
A ‘Table Quiz’ in aid of Cavan Ladies Darts will take place in Smyth’s of Relaghbeg on Saturday night, Friday, February 17th commencing at 9.00pm, sharp. Table of four is €40 and there will be plenty of spot prizes. All welcome for a great night’s entertainment.
Bailieborough Community School in Association with Bailieborough Drama Group: In aid of Student Canteen Upgrade Fund:
Presents “The Tide”, written by Tara Maria Lovett and directed by Conor Sheridan on Friday 24th February and Saturday, 25th February, 2017 at 8.30 p.m in Bailieborough Community School. – Tickets €12.00 and doors open at 8.00pm.
Tickets available at the following outlets: Pat’s Shop, Kingscourt, Hall’s Main St, Bailieborough, Waller Bros Ltd., Cavan Rd. Bailieborough, Bailie Stores, Main St. Bailieborough and Bailieborough Community School. Your support would be greatly appreciated and all are most welcome.
Congratulations Leanne: Anglo Celt Young Sports Person of the Year
Congratulations to Bailieborough’s own, Leanne Kiernan who has won the Anglo Celt Sports Awards, Young Sports Person Of the Year Award which took place in the Cavan Crystal Hotel, on Friday evening last, February 3rd. Well done Leanne on receiving this award and best wishes to you from all in Bailieborough for a very successful 2017!
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.
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 4/02/17. Numbers Drawn, 8, 13, 15, 19. No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners; Stephanie Bell, Lisgrey; Bernard Stafford, Tierworker; Mary Carolan, Cormeen; PJ Reilly. Jackpot next week, €1,600.
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 Pioneers (PTAA)
Bailieborough Pioneers would like to compile a list of all Pioneers in the Parish of Killann (Bailieborough, Killann and Shercock). Members could then be informed of events that might be relevant or of interest. Names can be given to Martina at 086 366 4097 or Sean at 086 405 4000. Your cooperation would be appreciated.
Mortgage Arrears Workshop
There will be a Mortgage Arrears Workshop being held on February 11th from 10am – 1pm in the Hotel Kilmore, Cavan. Areas covered will be: Mortgage arrears and how they can occur, Demystifying Standard financial statements, Possible Solutions, The MARP process and Your banks obligations to you. Places are filling up fast so to book their place they can contact 089 416 8595. This event is free with donations accepted to cover the cost of the room hire, etc…
Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre
Digital Media Skills – If you have basic computer skills and would like to improve your abilities, learn how to create albums, collage, email attachments and much more. Cost €30 for 6 weeks, starting 16/02/2017. Call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for February, March and April 2017
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–February 12th (Sunday, 12.30pm), February 25th (Saturday, 1.30pm), 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.
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.
Fíor Ceili: Fíor Céili practice takes place in the Killinkere GAA Centre every Wednesday at 8.30pm. All welcome.
AUGHAWILLAN DRAMA TROUPE
Aughawillan Drama Troupe are on a high rehearsing for the sinfully hilarious play “Drinking Habits” written by award winning playwright, Tom Smith. This comedy will be performed for your entertainment on the 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th of February in Aughawillan Hall at 8.30pm sharp. Watch and listen out for us in your local notes, newspapers, Shannonside Radio and like us on Aughawillan Drama facebook. Looking forward to seeing you there.
‘A NIGHT NOT TO BE MISSED’
Triona Marshall, World famous Harpist accompanied by Martin Tourish and guest star Janice Igoe, will perform in Gallonray House Maudabawn on Saturday 11th February at 8.00pm. Entry can be paid on the door. Admission: €10.00. Everyone welcome. ’The most wonderful Harpist in the whole wide world’ Paddy Moloney.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 6th February 2017
Under 6/8/10; Week 3 and the lads are flying with our younger crews in Bailieborough and Kingscourt. Players from all over the region getting plenty of hurling. Keep up the good work. The next round of Ulster U10 in Dundalk is this coming Sunday from 10-12. Friday U6/8 Bailieborough training group. Kingscourt U10s group Kingscourt U6/8s group.
2017 Player Registration; U6/8/10; THIS WEEK THIS WEEK THIS WEEK! Registration for all existing and new players will be as follows. Thursday, February 9th from 6.45pm in Kingscourt Community Centre.
Friday, February 10th from 6pm in Bailieborough Community School Sports Hall. €15 for the year. For all info on these groups then please contact Willie 086 164 9280.
Under 12/14/16/18; A huge amount of activity lined up for these boys in 2017. Training will return very soon with the league for Under 12s getting going in March. For all info on these age groups then please contact Kathryn 087 244 1371.
Hurling training times and venues; Under 6/8/10; Kingscourt group; Thursday, 6.45-8pm for U6/8/10 in the Community Centre. €3 each and bring water bottle.
Bailieborough group U6/8/10; 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.
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.
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. Feburary 2nd 2017
/in News /by PetraBailieborough News. Feburary 2nd 2017 Matthew J. Cullen.
Illegal Dumping
There has been a noticeable increase in Illegal Dumping of rubbish in various places around the town in recent weeks and the Church property around St. Annes has not escaped the scourge! The skip that is located in St. Anne’s Cemetery to assist parishioners in the maintenance of family plots has been used to dump domestic rubbish and land between St. Annes N.S. and the Town Lake has been used as a dumping ground for several black bags filled with household waste. Hopefully those responsible will discontinue this practise as soon as possible. Dog owners who walk their dogs in the cemetery, and on the Church grounds, also around the Town Lake and the streets of the town are also asked to keep their pets on a lead and to ensure that they clean up after them!
Also on the same theme, 31 BAGS OF RUBBISH REMOVED FROM TOWN LAKE!
The Waste Management Department in Cavan County Council have confirmed that 31 bags of rubbish have been removed from the Town Lake in Bailieborough. This is absolutely disgraceful!! Bailieborough Town Lake is a beautiful amenity and has a lovely walkway for people and families to walk around. It is home to ducks and swans which could have been poisoned by this litter. There is a recycling centre in Bailieborough where it is very affordable to dispose of household rubbish and anything recyclable is free. Cavan County Council has been asked by our local T.D. and County Councillors to monitor this area regularly for litter.
Renovations to St. Anne’s Church
Murphy-Carolan have been appointed as the main contractor for the renovation work that will be carried out on St. Annes Church and Parish Centre over the coming months. Contracts were signed between the Church Area Finance Committee and the contractor on last Monday week. The work will be supervised by Niall Smith Architects, Kingscourt and will commence on Tuesday, February 7th.
The external work on the Sacristy extension will be the main focus of the project until Easter along with the alterations to the Parish Centre. After Easter—during April and May—the internal work in the Church will commence, involving the old Sacristy, toilets, electrical and mechanical fixes as well as the repairs to the roof. Repair work on the windows, alterations to the Sanctuary, Confessionals and Side Chapel will take place from Mid-May until the end of June. Repairs to the Bell Tower and Gallery will also take place during June and the floor work and main decoration will complete the work in July and August. Renovations and alterations to the Parish Centre will continue in conjunction with the work in the Church until they are finished in July. All works should be complete in the Church by the end of August.
As you can see from this schedule, there will be times when the use of the Church will be restricted between April and the end of August. Hopefully, these restrictions will be kept to a minimum but they may involve some closures on weekdays as the work progresses. The Church will not be closed at weekends.
Holy Hour: The monthly Holy Hour hosted by Direction for Our Times will take place on Thursday evening, February 2nd in St. Anne’s Church commencing at 8.00pm. All welcome.
Preparation for First Communion
The children in 2nd Class in St. Anne’s N.S., St. Felim’s N.S. and The Model N.S. and their parents will participate in the 7pm Mass next Saturday evening, February 4th in St. Annes Church.
Bailieborough Pioneers (PTAA)
Bailieborough Pioneers would like to compile a list of all Pioneers in the Parish of Killann (Bailieborough, Killann and Shercock). Members could then be informed of events that might be relevant or of interest. Names can be given to Martina at 086 366 4097 or Sean at 086 405 4000. Your cooperation would be appreciated.
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.
BAILIEBOROUGH TIDY TOWNS; ‘ADOPT A ROAD / STREET or ESTATE’ scheme
If you would like to help out and keep your road / estate/ or street litter free, please contact, Bernie 0861608842, Seamus 0862836157 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.
Bailieborough Community Choir
Bailieborough Community Choir have their rehearsals on every Monday, in Trinity Hall, Virginia Road under the baton of Thomas Hanley,, Come along and join the plans for 2017. We meet each Monday evening in Trinity Hall on the Virginia Road. If interested contact Ann at hanleyann09@gmail.com
Cavan Birdwatch
Our next event will be on next Sunday, 5th February.
Meeting at Crover House Hotel, Mountnugent at 10.30 a.m. (please note change of time). Bring a lunch and wrap up well. It gets cold out there! Michael will be taking us to some great spots to view Lough Sheelin.
If you have any queries please feel free to contact Ashley Wynne on 087 7735487.
BAILIEBOROUGH SOCIAL DAY Group
The next get-together of the Social Day Group will take place in the Community Centre on Wednesday, 1st February from 2.30-4.30pm for usual activities. New members always welcome.
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.
Bailieborough Walking Group
Bailieborough Walking Group wish to sincerely thank all who took part and supported the charity walk after Christmas in memory of our esteemed member and friend the late PJ Byrne. We are very pleased to have presented a cheque for the proceeds amounting to €1500 to Cavan/Monaghan Palliative Care Group.
As a group we hope to resume our weekly walks in early May and look forward to the continued support of all members and friends.
L-R Philomena Byrne, Jimmy O’Donnell Cavan/Monaghan Palliative Care, Pat Fitzpatrick, Jennifer Williamson, Isobel Davidson all members of BWG
Moybologue Historical Society
The Annual General Meeting of the Moybologue Historical Society will take place on Saturday 4th February in St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker at 11am. All Committee Members requested to attend. New members welcome.
Bailieborough Community School Parents Association
The Bailieborough Community School Parents Association proudly present ‘The Tide’ by Tara Marie Lovett, starring—Conor Sheridan, Mary Cronin and Niall Donnelly—in the Community School on Friday, February 24th and Saturday, February 25th at 8.30pm. Tickets are available from, Bailie Stores, Halls, Waller’s, Pat’s Shop in Kingscourt and Bailieborough Community School. Proceeds in aid of the Bailieborough Community School Canteen Fund and Bailieborough Drama Group.
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.
Moybologue Historical Society: ‘Recording and Presenting Your Graveyard: Research, Maps and Documenting Plots and Headstones’
Kevin Barton, Landscape and Geophysical Services (www.lgs.ie), will discuss and present examples of how community groups can organise, participate in and present the results from different types of historic graveyard recording. This will include potential sources of information and methods for historical research, mapping and documenting plots and headstones, and the uses of non-invasive geophysical survey where hidden features such as graves and foundations may exist. Some ideas and examples on the presentation of the results of surveys will be also be presented. This event will take place on Tuesday 07th, February at 8pm in St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker.
All Welcome.
Funding provided for a new classroom for St. Felim’s N.S., Bailieborough
Fine Gael Senator for Cavan and Monaghan, Joe O’Reilly is pleased that the Department of Education and Skills has allocated funding to St. Felim’s National School, Bailieborough for a new mainstream classroom with ensuite toilets, and a new WC for assisted users.
Bridge Results: Tuesday, January 17th: First: Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson, Second: Kathleen McArdle and Helen Clarke. Best Gross: Elizabeth Murphy and Rosaleen Mackey.
Tuesday, January 24th: First: Patsy Corcoran and Sean Kelleher, Second: Kathy O’Sullivan and Maresa Liggan. Best Gross: Tom Moran and John McGahan. Third: Pauline McEvoy and Rosaleen Keegan.
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 28/01/17. Numbers Drawn, 2, 16, 17, 19. No Jackpot Winner. Luck Dip (€25) Winners; Kate Kelly, Seeorum; Asha Connolly, Institute Rd; Abby Reilly, Knockbride; Donna Mullen, Tierworker. Jackpot next week, €1,500.
Help Needed!: A very talented and gifted performer, Emma Clarke – a second year student in Bailieborough Community School is taking part in the Matheson Junior Debating National Mace, which also incorporates “The Speech” competition – The adjudicators will only select the top 3 videos for adjudication based on likes received. Please support Emma by liking her video on Facebook. Voting closes 3rd of February. Your support is greatly appreciated and PLEASE spread the word!
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.
Mortgage Arrears Workshop
There will be a Mortgage Arrears Workshop being held on February 11th from 10am – 1pm in the Hotel Kilmore, Cavan. Areas covered will be: Mortgage arrears and how they can occur, Demystifying Standard financial statements, Possible Solutions, The MARP process and Your banks obligations to you. Places are filling up fast so to book their place they can contact 089 416 8595. This event is free with donations accepted to cover the cost of the room hire, etc…
Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre
Due to popular demand an additional Spreadsheets class has been added. Learners will have opportunity to: Learn the Basics of Microsoft Excel, Understand its uses and benefits,
Create worksheets and Workbooks and Use formulae to do simple calculations.
Wednesday evening 6.30 – 9.00pm starting at the end of January. Call 042-969-4716 to book your place.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for February, March and April 2017: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–February 12th (Sunday, 12.30pm), February 25th (Saturday, 1.30pm), 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.
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.
Fíor Ceili
Fíor Céili practice takes place in the Killinkere GAA Centre every Wednesday at 8.30pm. All welcome.
AUGHAWILLAN DRAMA TROUPE
Aughawillan Drama Troupe are on a high rehearsing for the sinfully hilarious play “Drinking Habits” written by award winning playwright, Tom Smith. This comedy will be performed for your entertainment on the 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th of February in Aughawillan Hall at 8.30pm sharp. Watch and listen out for us in your local notes, newspapers, Shannonside Radio and like us on Aughawillan Drama facebook. Looking forward to seeing you there.
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.
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.