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Bailieborough News. September 29th 2016
/in News /by PetraBailieborough News. September 29th 2016. Matthew J. Cullen
Bailieborough Poetry Festival
This year we are celebrating the fourth Bailieborough Poetry Festival—a weekend including the launch of Elena Duff’s Art Exhibition, readings, writing workshops, music and open mic sessions. This year we welcome Guest Poet, Monica Corish and Gallery Press Poets, Peter Fallon, Vona Groake and Tom French.
Bailieborough Poetry Festival Programme of Events 2016:
Thursday, October 6th- Bailieborough Library, 7pm,
Official opening of Poetry Festival with the launch of artist Elena Duff’s exhibition in the Library arts space. This will also feature the launch of pop-up gallery, ‘Gallery Thing’ in the town, presenting a public display of art works from invited artists. The exhibition will be launched by Ollie Burns, a founder of the CO Club in Oldcastle.
There will be a poetry reading by LitLab writers at the launch which will feature new writing based on the art work of Elena Duff. Sips and nibbles provided.
Friday, October 7th – Murtagh’s Lounge:
7.30pm-INTERVIEW and POETRY READING
Poet, Monica Corish in an interview with Irene O’Dea, featuring amongst other things, a discussion on her recent publication A Dying Language which was published by the Hospice Foundation.
8.00pm to 8.30pm: Open mic hosted by Andy Jones.
9.30pm: Music by Luna.
Saturday, October 8th -various venues:
Bailie Hotel; 10am-1pm. Poetry workshop with Vona Groarke (places limited, please book in advance).
Bailieborough Library; 2.30-3.30pm. Announcement of the Bailieborough Poetry Prizewinners (sponsored by the Bailie Hotel). Judges Michael Farry and Mairead Donnellan.
Bailie Hotel; 4-6pm. ‘Flash Fiction’ workshop by John Mulligan (limited to 12 places, advance booking essential).
Murtagh’s Lounge; 7.30pm: GALLERY GOES presents poets
Peter Fallon, Tom French and Vona Groarke.
8.30pm; Music by Sam Geraghty.
9pm; Poetry reading by selected LitLab poets to close festival.
See www.bailieboroughpoetry.com/poetry-festival/ for further information.
Book Signing
Alan O’Mara Author of the best-selling book “The Best is yet to Come”, is coming to Bailie Stores on Saturday, 1st October at 12pm to do a book signing. Alan’s book is flying off the shelves all over the country.
Please come along and show your support for this young local man.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes
The following services and events will be happening over the Harvest season at the Bailieborough Group of Parishes. As ever, it’s an open house and so all are invited and welcome to come along.
Sunday 2nd October: 7:30pm Shercock Church, Speaker Philip McKinley (Chaplin to DCU).
Sunday 9th October: 8pm Knockbride Church, Speaker Rev Alastair Donaldson.
BAILIEBOROUGH TIDY TOWN’S GROUP – MOVING FORWARD
A meeting will take place on Tuesday next, 4th October in the Bailie Hotel at 8pm sharp. Aimed at developing the group and forming a new committee for 2017. If you are concerned by Bailieboro town and surrounding environment, please attend. New ideas and assistance very welcome.
Meeting for All Parents of First Communion and Confirmation Candidates
Bailieborough, Killann and Shercock: A meeting for all the parents and guardians of the First Communion and Confirmation Classes in St. Anne’s, St. Felim’s and St. Patrick’s National Schools will take place on Monday, October 10th in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, at 7.30pm. The main speaker on the night will be Ms. Claudine Marron, Pastoral Assistant in Monaghan Parish.
Lakelands Arch Club
WE’RE BACK!!!!!New season of our arch club is starting again on the last Wednesday of every month from 7-9pm in the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road. Wednesday, September 28th (fun and games), October 26th (Halloween crafts night) and November 30th (Christmas craft night). December date to be confirmed. Please share with all your friends. New members always welcome and looking forward to seeing our regulars. All info available through Facebook page or email lakelandsarchclub@eircom.net
Local Data Needed
Bailieborough Development Association is in the process of compiling a database with all community groups contact details in the area. If you are involved with any group as a member or a volunteer, be it sports, keep fit, community employment, youth work, anything at all, please call 042-969-4716 with the contact details for the group or email bda@bailieborough.com, don’t think that somebody else will call with the details. This database will be a valuable resource for the whole community, and will help us all communicate with each other on matters involving our community.
Classes and Services at Bailieborough Business Centre
COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS AND ONLINE SKILLS COURSE
at Bailieborough Business Centre starting Tuesday, 4th October and will run for four weeks, two hours per week 7-9pm. Course fee €20. Contact Business Centre 042 9694716.
Spaces available for Information and Technology QQI Level 4. A 40-week full time course covering Communications, Computer Applications, Digital Media, IT Skills, Maths, Work Experience, Personal Effectiveness and Workplace Safety. Call: 042-969-4716 / 049-433-1494 for details.
Food Safety and HACCP Level with Anne O Grady at Bailieborough Business Centre 8th October. Cost €85.00. Call 042-969-4716 / 087-260-1454.
Internet Safety for Parents. A 2 hour session for parents, guiding you through the various Apps and Social Media sites that children are accessing. Call 042-969-4716.
A4 Colour Copying and Printing available at Bailieborough Business Centre.
Bailieborough Mental Health Association
As part of Mental Health Week, Bailieborough Mental Health Association will be hosting a walk from the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road at 2 pm on Sunday, October 9th and will return to the Business Centre at 4 pm for refreshments. All welcome to come along and take part.
Bailieborough Community Bowls
Bailieborough Community Bowls have resumed in the Community Centre, Chapel road, on Wednesday evenings at 8.00pm. All members are requested to attend and new members are most welcome.
Library
Education Guidance for all adults at the Library at 3pm on first Tuesday of each month. Free service run by ETB. Information on courses available, funding and grants.
Parent, Baby and Toddler group: Weekly meeting at Bailieborough Library.
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 Outreach Service in Bailieboro (The Library) on Tuesdays, from 1.30pm – 2.30pm. This is a weekly service. Any enquiries 076 1075200.
Date for your Diary: Bailieboro Parish Church Funds—Fundraiser—presents CONAL GALLEN
One of Ireland’s funniest comedians returns to the Hotel Bailie for a night of Fun and Laughter on Friday, 18TH November – DOORS OPEN 7.30pm for show at 8.30pm. Tickets available at reception of Hotel Bailie – Admission €25.
‘Dance Mania’
Street Dance and Musical Theatre dance classes take place every Wednesday evening from 5.00pm to 6.00pm for 4 to 7 yrs and from 6.00pm to 7.00pm for 8 to 12 yrs at Bailieborough Leisure Centre, Chapel Road. Contact 087 401 6069 for further details.
Dance Classes
Dance classes in Cross Hall. Friday nights from 9–11pm. Tuition in, Jive, Quick Step, Waltz, Foxtrot and many more. Contact 086 2003739 for further information. New beginners welcome.
Speech and Drama Classes
Speech and Drama Classes take place on Saturdays in Community Centre, Bailieborough and also in Tunnyduff Community Hall. Pre-school from 10 to 11am, Primary from 11am to 12 noon and Secondary from 12 noon to 1.00pm. For further information, please contact Kate Kelly at 086 314 8407 or email: katesdean@hotmail.com
Date for your Diary: The ‘Celtic Tenors’ and Guests will be in concert in the Killinkere Leisure Centre on Saturday, November 12th. Further details, shortly.
CAVAN/MONAGHAN PALLIATIVE CARE
HARDTIMES CHORUS’ present an evening of “Songs of Love” in aid of Cavan/Monaghan Palliative Care in St. Bridget’s Church, Laragh on Friday, 14th October at 8.30pm sharp. Admission by ticket only. Cost €15. Please call 086 2597617 to reserve your ticket or tickets available in Bailie Stores, Main Street.
Walk, Jog Or Run
Exercising Is FUN! Every Monday and Wednesday evenings at 8pm join us at Bailieborough Community Centre! All welcome—no matter what your fitness levels are!. Ok folks, join us to run, jog or walk and most importantly tea, biscuits, fruit and chat afterwards.
IRISH DANCING CLASSES
In Tierworker Hall on Wednesday/Friday evenings. Available to all levels. Contact 087 9699235 for further information.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for October and November 2016
The following are the dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church for October, November and December – October 22nd (Saturday 1.30pm), November 6th (Sunday 12.30pm), November 26th (Saturday 1.30pm), December 11th (Sunday 12.30pm), December 17th (Saturday 1.30pm).
WeightWatchers
WeightWatchers takes place each Monday in The BDA Shercock Rd, Bailieborough at 8pm and also each Monday in The Matt Talbot Hall Kingscourt 6pm to 7.15pm.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 26th September 2016
Under 6/8/10; The indoor season is now up and running. Kingscourt on Thursdays and Bailieborough on Fridays. New players are always very welcome. Remember our catchment area covers Bailieborough, Kingscourt, Shercock, Knockbride, and Killinkere all the way over to Mullagh and Virginia. Indoors will continue all the way to May 2017 with a few blitzes thrown in as well. We are always on the lookout for new talent to join with us. Equipment is supplied while you learn the game with us.
Above; Our U10s in Blayney on Sunday last.
Our Under 10s had a good outing in Castleblayney on Sunday last where they got good games v Blayney and Clontibret. Well done to all the players and management of Colin and Ben.
Training for Under 11s will commence next Sunday from 10-11am on the astro at the Vale. This is open to all club players aged 9.10 and 11.
Under 12/14; We await the fixture for the U14 Championship Shield final.
Under 16/18; Just the Cavan Championships remain for these two sides. Dates tbc.
Dual GAA Stars; Congrats to Bailieborough U16 on winning their Championship recently captained by our own Jack Barry. Kingscourt won the Minor Division 3 Championship and Knockbride have qualified for the Minor Division 1 Championship final. Well done to all.
Lots of ECG men on club squads leading the way for the dual stars.
Above; Jack Barry with the U16 trophy (and mum!)
Hurling training times and venues; Under 6/8; Kingscourt group;
Thursday 6.30-7.30 for U6/8 only in the Community Centre. €3 each and bring water bottle.
Bailieborough group U6/8; Friday at the Bailieborough Community School Sports Hall. U6/8 from 6-7 & U10 from 7-8. €3 each and bring the water bottle.
For all U8/10 information contact Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
Under 11; Sunday morning 10-11am on the astro at the Vale. Moulded studs only please. €3 each and please bring water. All players to be there for 9.55.
Under 12/14/16/18; Training for all ages (unless there is a game) from Under 12 to Under 18 on Wednesday 6.30pm at Bailieborough GAA grounds St.Annes Park.
For all U12-U18 information contact Kathryn O’Flynn 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.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.
The Samaritans
The Samaritans have a new Freephone number: 116 123 for people who are struggling to cope. The line is open and free 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.
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. September 22nd 2016
/in News /by PetraBailieborough News. September 22nd 2016. Matthew J. Cullen.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes
The following services and events will be happening over the Harvest season at the Bailieborough Group of Parishes. As ever, it’s an open house and so all are invited and welcome to come along.
Saturday 24th September: 3pm Bailieborough Hall: Messy Church. Fun, craft, celebration time and food. Everyone is invited – young and old alike, adults, children, teenagers, carers, grandparents. Come as a family or come on your own. Children must bring an adult with them.
Sunday 25th September: 3pm Mullagh Church, Speaker Rev Nick Jones
Sunday 2nd October: 7:30pm Shercock Church, Speaker Philip McKinley (Chaplin to DCU).
Sunday 9th October: 8pm Knockbride Church, Speaker Rev Alastair Donaldson.
Bailieborough Community School Parents Association
The Bailieborough Community School Parents Association are holding a Tractor, Vintage Car and Motorcycle Run on Sunday next, September 25th in aid of the Student Canteen Upgrade Fund. Registration and refreshments from 11am at the Community School. The Run will commence at 12 noon. Admission fee is €20 per entrant and all entrants must be over 18 years of age. Spot Prizes galore on the day! For further details, please contact Breda at 086 155 4808 or Russell at 086 887 0066.
HARVEST DISPLAY
The annual Harvest Display will be in the sanctuary next weekend in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, and in St. Patrick’s Church, Shercock. The display will be blessed at the weekend Masses and prayers of thanksgiving will be offered for the natural gifts God has given for us to enjoy and protect in this world.
BAILIEBOROUGH TIDY TOWN’S GROUP – MOVING FORWARD
A meeting will take place on Tuesday, 4th October in the Bailie Hotel at 8pm sharp. Aimed at developing the group and forming a new committee for 2017. If you are concerned by Bailieboro town and surrounding environment, please attend. New ideas and assistance very welcome.
Lakelands Arch Club
WE’RE BACK!!!!!New season of our arch club is starting again on the last Wednesday of every month from 7-9pm in the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road. Wednesday, September 28th (fun and games), October 26th (Halloween crafts night) and November 30th (Christmas craft night). December date to be confirmed. Please share with all your friends. New members always welcome and looking forward to seeing our regulars. All info available through Facebook page or email lakelandsarchclub@eircom.net
BAILIEBOROUGH GARDENING GROUP
Resumes on Monday next, 26th September at 8pm in Fox’s Bar and Lounge, Main Street, with a talk by Barry Kavanagh on pre winter tidy up in your garden and seed swopping. All welcome.
HOPE
Ten years ago John had a liver transplant as a direct result of addiction to drugs and alcohol. Today, John devotes all his time to bringing hope to those who maybe in need—especially the homeless, those suffering from addictions, suicide, self-harmers and people with eating disorders. Come and hear his life changing story and his message of hope on Wednesday, 21st September in the Bailie Hotel at 7.30pm.
Bailieborough Mental Health Association
The Cootehill Pony Club are holding their Annual Pony Drivers and Friends Memorial Drive 2016 in aid of the Bailieborough Mental Health Association and the Cavan Autism Parents Support Group on Sunday next, September 25th in Ballyconnell, commencing at 2.00pm. Barbeque, Raffle and Auction afterwards in ‘Lizzie Buggies’, Ballyconnell. Everyone welcome.
Local Data Needed
Bailieborough Development Association is in the process of compiling a database with all community groups contact details in the area. If you are involved with any group as a member or a volunteer, be it sports, keep fit, community employment, youth work, anything at all, please call 042-969-4716 with the contact details for the group or email bda@bailieborough.com, don’t think that somebody else will call with the details. This database will be a valuable resource for the whole community, and will help us all communicate with each other on matters involving our community.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd
On August 19th we held our annual Forest Walk, and are delighted to say that donations received amounted to €1080. To all who braved the wet evening to walk with us and to those who donated in any way we sincerely thank you all.
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.
Classes and Services at Bailieborough Business Centre
Spaces available for Information and Technology QQI Level 4. A 40-week full time course covering Communications, Computer Applications, Digital Media, IT Skills, Maths, Work Experience, Personal Effectiveness and Workplace Safety. Call: 042-969-4716 / 049-433-1494 for details.
Food Safety and HACCP Level with Anne O Grady at Bailieborough Business Centre 8th October. Cost €85.00. Call 042-969-4716 / 087-260-1454.
Internet Safety for Parents. A 2 hour session for parents, guiding you through the various Apps and Social Media sites that children are accessing. Call 042-969-4716.
A4 Colour Copying and Printing available at Bailieborough Business Centre.
NIALL MELLON FUND
Mary McFadden would like to thank everyone who helped her to raise €4,500 for the Niall Mellon Educate Charity. Your help, support and prayers are greatly appreciated.
Bailieborough Community Bowls
Bailieborough Community Bowls have resumed in the Community Centre, Chapel road, on Wednesday evenings at 8.00pm. All members are requested to attend and new members are most welcome.
Library
Education Guidance for all adults at the Library at 3pm on first Tuesday of each month. Free service run by ETB. Information on courses available, funding and grants.
Parent, Baby and Toddler group: Weekly meeting at Bailieborough Library.
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.
BAILIEBOROUGH SOCIAL DAY GROUP
Bus leaves from the Community Centre at 1.30pm on Wednesday, 21st September to go to Kilnaleck.
Advance Notice: Bailieboro Parish Church Funds—Fundraiser—presents CONAL GALLEN –one of Ireland’s funniest comedians returns to the Hotel Bailie for a night of Fun and Laughter on Friday, 18TH November – DOORS OPEN 7.30pm for show at 8.30pm. Tickets available at reception of Hotel Bailie – Admission €25.
‘Dance Mania’
Street Dance and Musical Theatre dance classes take place every Wednesday evening from 5.00pm to 6.00pm for 4 to 7 yrs and from 6.00pm to 7.00pm for 8 to 12 yrs at Bailieborough Leisure Centre, Chapel Road. Contact 087 401 6069 for further details.
BAILIEBOROUGH WOMEN’S GROUP
The Bailieborough Women’s Group will resume on Friday next, 23rd September meeting in the Community Centre from 2-4pm. Lots of interesting activities and holidays. New members most welcome.
‘Well-Being’ Workshop
A ‘Well-Being’ Workshop will take place in Bailieborough Business Centre on Saturday next, 24th September from 10-5pm. A day of fun and positivity – importance of looking after your mental health. Why you need to put yourself first! Lunch will be served. Suitable for everyone over the age of 13 (special rates for teenagers). Call or text Gloria 086 6076712 or email: weareholistic@gmail.com.
Speech and Drama Classes
Speech and Drama Classes take place on Saturdays in the Community Centre, Bailieborough and also in Tunnyduff Community Hall. Pre-school from 10 to 11am, Primary from 11am to 12 noon and Secondary from 12 noon to 1.00pm. For further information, please contact Kate Kelly at 086 314 8407 or email: katesdean@hotmail.com
The Bailieborough Poetry Festival and Poetry Competition 2016
This year we are celebrating the fourth Bailieborough Poetry festival and in keeping with previous festivals we have expanded the number of artists and poets coming to Bailieborough on the weekend of 6th -8th October.
The LitLab group of writers are hosting a weekend of readings, workshops, open mic sessions, art exhibitions, etc. The festival this year welcomes Gallery Press and this promises to be a significant addition to the 2016 festival. One of the highlights of the weekend in past years has been the live adjudication of the shortlisted poets in The Bailieborough Poetry Competition. Full programme of events will be published next week.
CAVAN/MONAGHAN PALLIATIVE CARE: ‘HARDTIMES CHORUS’
Present an evening of “Songs of Love” in aid of Cavan/Monaghan Palliative Care in St. Bridget’s Church, Laragh on Friday, 14th October at 8.30pm sharp. Admission by ticket only. Cost €15. Please call 086 2597617 to reserve your ticket or tickets available in Bailie Stores, Main Street
Walk, Jog Or Run
…. Exercising Is FUN! Every Monday and Wednesday evenings at 8pm join us at Bailieborough Community Centre! All welcome—no matter what your fitness levels are!. Ok folks, join us to run, jog or walk and most importantly tea, biscuits, fruit and chat afterwards.
Learn to Jive with Mairéad Gaffney and Craig Lovett
Five week course commencing Wednesday, 21st September at 8.30pm in Kingscourt Community Centre. No partner needed. Contact 086 1763044 / 086 1928568 for further details.
IRISH DANCING CLASSES
in Tierworker Hall on Wednesday/Friday evenings. Available to all levels. Contact 087 9699235 for further information.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for October and November 2016
The following are the dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church for October and November –October 2nd (Sunday 12.30pm), October 22nd (Saturday 1.30pm), November 6th (Sunday 12.30pm), and November 26th (Saturday 1.30pm).
WeightWatchers
WeightWatchers takes place each Monday in The BDA Shercock Rd, Bailieborough at 8pm and also each Monday in The Matt Talbot Hall Kingscourt 6pm to 7.15pm.
ASSIST (APPLIED SUICIDE INTERVENTION SKILL TRAINING):
Places are available for this training course which is aimed at professionals and individuals who are working in an area where they are likely to come into contact with someone who is at risk of suicide. This free two-day course will take place in the Kilmore Diocesan Pastoral Centre, Cullies, Cavan on Wednesday, 28th and Thursday, 29th September from 9-5pm. For further information, please contact Emer Mulligan 086 1717563 or by email: emer.mulligan@hse.ie
Alcoholics Anonymous
Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.
The Samaritans
The Samaritans have a new Freephone number: 116 123 for people who are struggling to cope. The line is open and free 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.
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. September 15th 2016
/in News /by PetraBailieborough News. September 15th 2016. Matthew J. Cullen.
Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA
The Shamrocks Golf Society are running a 4 Person Team Event in Virginia Golf Club on the 16th and 17th September 2016 in aid of Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd. Each and every one of us has had a family member, relation or friend who has had to battle cancer and we are just trying to raise money for this wonderful cause. If anyone would like to enter a team please contact 086 0532174. Cost of teams is €100. Or if you can’t play and want to contribute we are offering tee box and green sponsorship at €50.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes
The following services and events will be happening over the Harvest season at the Bailieborough Group of Parishes. As ever, it’s an open house and so all are invited and welcome to come along.
Sunday 18th September: 7:30pm Bailieborough Church, Speaker Rev Arthur Young.
Saturday 24th September: 3pm Bailieborough Hall: Messy Church. Fun, craft, celebration time and food. Everyone is invited – young and old alike, adults, children, teenagers, carers, grandparents. Come as a family or come on your own. Children must bring an adult with them.
Sunday 25th September: 3pm Mullagh Church, Speaker Rev Nick Jones
Sunday 2nd October: 7:30pm Shercock Church, Speaker Philip McKinley (Chaplin to DCU).
Sunday 9th October: 8pm Knockbride Church, Speaker Rev Alastair Donaldson.
Bailieborough Community School Parents Association
The Bailieborough Community School Parents Association are holding a Tractor, Vintage Car and Motorcycle Run on Sunday, September 15th in aid of the Student Canteen Upgrade Fund. Registration and refreshments from 11am at the Community School. The Run will commence at 12 noon. Admission fee is €20 per entrant and all entrants must be over 18 years of age. Spot Prizes galore on the day! For further details, please contact Breda at 086 155 4808 or Russell at 086 887 0066.
Blessing of the Graves
Thank you to all who attended the Blessing of the Graves in St. Annes Cemetery on Sunday week last. As usual there was a very large attendance present. The event was very well marshalled by the Church Stewards who managed the parking and traffic very well. Thank you to them and the Pastoral Council who organised the ceremony and who took up the collection which this year, thanks to your generous contributions amounted to €4,551.30. Thank you also to the members of the Community Employment Scheme who had the cemetery looking so well, to the readers, the local Legion of Mary who led the Rosary, to Tommy McCluskey who played a beautiful instrumental piece during the Service and to Thomas Small, who was on pastoral placement in the parish, for his assistance.
Bailieborough Heritage Society presents
Recording the Memories of These Old Walls – the Homes of Our Great-Grandparents in the parishes of County Cavan’. An audio visual presentation by Philip Donnelly, author of ‘The Eyes That Shone’ taking place at Bailieborough Library on Tuesday, 20th September at 7.30pm. All are welcome and admission is free!
Classes and Services at Bailieborough Business Centre
Spaces available for Information and Technology QQI Level 4. A 40-week full time course covering Communications, Computer Applications, Digital Media, IT Skills, Maths, Work Experience, Personal Effectiveness and Workplace Safety. Call: 042-969-4716 / 049-433-1494 for details.
Food Safety and HACCP Level with Anne O Grady at Bailieborough Business Centre 8th October. Cost €85.00. Call 042-969-4716 / 087-260-1454.
Internet Safety for Parents. A 2 hour session for parents, guiding you through the various Apps and Social Media sites that children are accessing. Call 042-969-4716.
A4 Colour Copying and Printing available at Bailieborough Business Centre.
Bailieborough Community Bowls
Bailieborough Community Bowls resumes in the Community Centre, Chapel road, tonight, Wednesday, September 14th at 8.00pm. All members are requested to attend and new members are most welcome.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to brother Matt, sister Kathleen, brother-in-law John, sister-in-law Shirley, cousins, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends on the death of Andrew Argue, Ballinamoney, Bailieborough, on Saturday, September 3rd, suddenly, at his residence. Andrew’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Patrick’s Church, Tierworker, on Tuesday, September 6th, with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough.
Deepest Sympathy is extended to son Terence, daughters Bernadette, Geraldine and Carmel, sons-in-law John, Michael, Brian and daughter-in-law Mary, grandchildren Sinead, Sean, Cathal, Liam, Kevin, Sarah, Niall, Luke, Claire and Emmet, nephews, nieces and a large circle of friends on the death of Donald McCabe, Tunnyduff Post Office, Bailieborough, at Fairlawns Nursing Home, Bailieborough on Friday, September 2nd. Donald was predeceased by his wife Kitty and daughter Mary, brothers, sisters, brother-in-law and sisters in law. Donald’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West, on Monday, September 5th with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Irish Heart Foundation
Come along and support the Irish Heart Foundation who are holding a ‘Coffee Morning’ at Daybreak Service Station, Barrack Street, Bailieborough on Friday morning next, September 16th. All funds raised will be donated to the Irish Heart Foundation.
Bailieboro Parish Church Funds—Fundraiser presents CONAL GALLEN
One of Ireland’s funniest comedians returns to the Hotel Bailie for a night of Fun and Laughter on Friday, 18TH November – DOORS OPEN 7.30pm for show at 8.30pm. Tickets available at reception of Hotel Bailie – Admission €25.
BAILIEBOROUGH SOCIAL DAY CENTRE
Meets again in the Community Centre on Wednesday, 14th September from 2.30-4.30pm for lots of activities. All members and new members always very welcome.
‘Dance Mania’
Street Dance and Musical Theatre dance classes take place every Wednesday evening from 5.00pm to 6.00pm for 4 to 7 yrs and from 6.00pm to 7.00pm for 8 to 12 yrs at Bailieborough Leisure Centre, Chapel Road. Contact 087 401 6069 for further details.
‘Well-Being’ Workshop:
A ‘Well-Being’ Workshop will take place in Bailieborough Business Centre on Saturday, 24th September from 10-5pm. A day of fun and positivity – importance of looking after your mental health. Why you need to put yourself first! Lunch will be served. Suitable for everyone over the age of 13 (special rates for teenagers). Call or text Gloria 086 6076712 or email: weareholistic@gmail.com.
Speech and Drama Classes
Speech and Drama Classes take place on Saturdays in Trinity Hall, Bailieborough and also in Tunnyduff Community Hall. Pre-school from 10 to 11am, Primary from 11am to 12 noon and Secondary from 12 noon to 1.00pm. For further information, please contact Kate Kelly at 086 314 8407 or email: katesdean@hotmail.com
Walk, Jog Or Run
Exercising Is FUN! Every Monday and Wednesday evenings at 8pm join us at Bailieborough Community Centre! All welcome—no matter what your fitness levels are!. Ok folks, join us to run, jog or walk and most importantly tea, biscuits, fruit and chat afterwards.
IRISH DANCING CLASSES
In Tierworker Hall on Wednesday/Friday evenings. Available to all levels. Contact 087 9699235 for further information.
Library
Parent, Baby and Toddler group: Weekly meeting at Bailieborough Library.
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.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for October and November 2016
The following are the dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church for October and November –October 2nd (Sunday 12.30pm), October 22nd (Saturday 1.30pm), November 6th (Sunday 12.30pm), and November 26th (Saturday 1.30pm).
WeightWatchers
WeightWatchers takes place each Monday in The BDA Shercock Rd, Bailieborough at 8pm and also each Monday in The Matt Talbot Hall Kingscourt 6pm to 7.15pm.
ASSIST (APPLIED SUICIDE INTERVENTION SKILL TRAINING):
Places are available for this training course which is aimed at professionals and individuals who are working in an area where they are likely to come into contact with someone who is at risk of suicide. This free two-day course will take place in the Kilmore Diocesan Pastoral Centre, Cullies, Cavan on Wednesday, 28th and Thursday, 29th September from 9-5pm. For further information, please contact Emer Mulligan 086 1717563 or by email: emer.mulligan@hse.ie
Learn to Jive with Mairéad Gaffney and Craig Lovett
Five week course commencing Wednesday, 21st September at 8.30pm in Kingscourt Community Centre. No partner needed. Contact 086 1763044 / 086 1928568 for further details.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 12th September 2016
Under 6/8/10; Our Bailieborough/Shercock/Knockbride U6/8/10 group got our new indoor season up and running on Friday last in the Community School Sports Hall. Over 30 weeks of hurling activity lie ahead. This is the perfect time with which to join with us. Indoors gives the opportunity to learn the skills and play games in a fun environment away from the elements. New players are always very welcome. Equipment is supplied while learning the game with us.
Our Kingscourt U6/8 group should begin this coming Thursday in the Community Centre.
Above; Bailieborough/Shercock/Knockbride U6/8s who returned last week
Above; Bailieborough/Shercock/Knockbride U10s returning to action last Friday.
Under 12/14; Our U14s went down to a narrow defeat to Annalee Gaels in the Championship and have now qualified for the Championship Shield Final v St. Felim’s this Wednesday at 6.30 on the 3G at Breffni Park. Best of luck to them.
Under 16/18; Our Under 16s travel to Carrickmacross on Thursday next in the Ulster League.
Dual Stars; The very best of luck to Bailieborough Shamrocks, Knockbride and Kingscourt in U14, U16 and Minor Championship football squads in knockout stages of Championships this coming week. Lots of ECG men on club squads leading the way for the dual stars. Best of luck to all.
Hurling training times and venues;
Under 10s will continue outdoors. Players will receive a text.
Under 6/8; Kingscourt group;
Thursday 6.30-7.30 for U6/8 only in the Community Centre. €3 each and bring water bottle.
Bailieborough group U6/8;
Friday at the Bailieborough Community School Sports Hall. U6/8 from 6-7 & U10 from 7-8. €3 each and bring the water bottle.
For all U8/10 information contact Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
Under 12/14/16/18;
Training for all ages (unless there is a game) from Under 12 to Under 18 on Wednesday 7pm at Bailieborough GAA grounds St.Annes Park.
For all U12-U18 information contact Kathryn O’Flynn 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.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.
The Samaritans
The Samaritans have a new Freephone number: 116 123 for people who are struggling to cope. The line is open and free 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.
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