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Matthew Farrelly Exhibition
/in Events, News /by PetraBailieborough Courthouse is delighted to host an exhibition of local artist Matthew Farelly. Opening day Saturday 20th of January from 2 pm. All welcome!!!
Bailieborough News. January 8th 2024. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraBailieborough Tidy Town Raffle Results.
1st : Mark and Aisling Gilsenan.
2nd: Anna Brennan.
3rd: Noel O’Callaghan.
4th: Leah Mc Mahon.
5th: Siobhan Carolan.
6th: Ann Hanley.
Congratulations to all winners and many many thanks to all who bought lines and to the business people who facilitated the sale of cards in their premises. The raffle surpassed our expectations by raising €3,418 in total.
Many thanks also to our Sponsors: The Bailie Hotel, Turning Heads, Super Valu, Clarkes Albany, Total Health and an anonymous donor.
Bailieborough Christmas Day Swim Committee:
Great turn out on the day. We would just like to remind people to return their cards and sponsorship to Brendan 087 275 8890, Mary 086 0688 714, any Cavan MS committee member or leave at Bailieborough Leisure Centre reception for collection.
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Any players interested in playing Camogie with a Bailieborough Shamrocks Senior Team in 2024 please contact Declan on 086 8342682.
Congratulations to Erelle O’Sullivan who has been selected for the U14 County Squad 2024. Wishing her all the best representing her club and county.
The Bailieborough Shamrocks Ladies Committee are holding a coaching/volunteer meeting Thursday, 11th January at 8pm in the clubhouse.
This meeting is open to all current and new coaches/volunteers or anyone interested in helping with our underage teams in 2024.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: A big “Thank You ” to each and everyone who supported our ‘Singing Santas’ on Christmas Eve. You raised €6215.00.Your support is greatly appreciated.
Thank you to local girl, Lucy McCormack who donated a dolls house to Bailieborough Cancer Comfort raising €1000.00. Well done Lucy!
The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.
‘Outdoor Classroom’: An ‘Outdoor Classroom’ has been created on Parish land at the Town Lake. This will highlight the biodiversity in this wetland area.This work has been carried out by the Parish Green Group with the support of a grant from Co. Cavan Municipal Council. The area is located on the Chapel Road carpark side and close to the boat slipway.
Bailieborough Bowls: Bowls resumes on Wednesday, January 10th at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members are very welcome.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.: SENIOR TEAM REGISTRATION NIGHT
The Bailieboro Celtic senior men’s team registration night for the upcoming season will take place in the clubhouse at The Vale on Wednesday the 10th of January, at 7pm.
There will also be a training session following the registration, beginning at around 8pm.
All players, current and new, are more than welcome to come down and train, with the possibility of having 2 teams if numbers are strong this season.
If you can’t make the registration night and if you have any queries contact the coach:
Andy Maguire – 086 661 9010.
St. Felim’s. N.S., (The Vale) invites applications for admission to Junior Infants for 2024/2025 from Monday, January 8th 2024. A copy of the school’s Admission Policy, Annual Admission Notice, including details on how to make an application, are available at : http://www.thevalens.com/index.php/admissions or by contacting the school at : office@thevalens.com or by calling 042 9665605. The school will cease accepting applications on Friday, January 26th, 2024.
Cavan Darts: A Great day was had by everyone last week in Canningstown for the ‘Ryder Cup Of Darts’. Thanks to all who helped make it a great day, To everyone would donated spot prizes for the raffle, bought raffle tickets, and donated to the bucket. Thanks to Natalie for selling the tickets and to Adrian and Carmel in the Bridge Tavern for having us, Well done to Bobby and the men from the West on winning the Michael O’ Brien cup this year and a big thanks to all the lads from the East and the West for taking the time out at this busy time of year to play in this great tournament, €1620 was raised for Cavan/Monaghan Palliative Care. Well done everyone!
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Bonnie Lynch, Ardmone, Mountain Lodge, Cootehill, Co. Cavan and formerly of Tullylurkin, Bailieborough, who passed away on Thursday 4th January 2024, peacefully surrounded by her loving family.
Deeply regretted by her loving husband Kevin, her daughters Mary Doyle (Farrell), Veronica Smith (Martin), Nuala Rogers (Kieran), Eithne Cooney (Paul), Eileen Church (Pete), Margaret Donohoe (Michael), Una Rogers (Noel), Carmel Lynch and Majella Sheridan (Damien), her adored 22 grandchildren, sons-in-law, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Bonnie’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West on Sunday, January 7th and afterwards, Bonnie’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.
Bailieborough Walking Group–‘Turkey Walk’: During the Charity Walk on St. Stephen’s Day, a total of €2,400 was raised and donated to two local charities, SOSAD Cavan and the Parkinsons Association. Thanks to all who donated and participated on the day.
Bailieborough Heritage Society: Check those attics!! Bailieborough Heritage are digitising Peter McConnell’s newsletters for our website and are missing some, we will collect, scan, digitise and return any copies received. If you have some please ring 087 2244159.
Bridge: Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Bailie Hotel at 7.30pm and new members are always welcome.
Lakelands Taekwondo and Self Defence, Adult Classes: Improve your strength, fitness, flexability, stamina and agility. Takes place every Friday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8.00pm. Adult classes resume on Friday, January 19th at 8.00pm. All enquiries to 085 127 1979.
Deepest Sympathy: Sam Reilly, Carnaville, Moynalty, Kells, Co Meath/ Tierworker, Cavan passed away on Thursday, 28th December 2023. Sam was predeceased by his infant son Francis and grandson Frank.
Deeply regretted by his loving wife Maggie (Nana), son Paddy (Michelle), daughters Maggie (John), Joan (Eddie), Eileen (Barry), grandchildren Packie, Mark, Ryan, Glenn, Natasha, Cheryl and Paul, great-grandchildren Ruby, Yvonne, David, Kayla, Lily May, Rían and Frank Junior, brothers Patsy and Robert, sisters Sadie and Biddy, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.
Sam’s Funeral Mass took place St. Patrick’s Church, Tierworker on Monday, January 1st 2024 and afterwards Sam’s remains were laid to rest in the new Moybologue Cemetery.
Bailieborough Library: Chess Club starting in the Library on Friday, January 12th, 2024 from 4.15pm-5.15pm for children aged 7+. All enquiries to Daniel at 087 9271883.
Booking essential and places are limited – ring 042 9665779.
Library Craft Group every Friday at 10.30am-12.30pm. Enjoy a chat and a cuppa whilst sharing ideas. All Welcome!
Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the first Wednesday—please note the change of day— of each month from 2pm-4.30pm. The advisors will be present on Wednesday, January 10th 2024 . No appointment is necessary.
Bailieborough Men’s Shed: Bailieborough ‘Men’s Shed’ is open every Tuesday morning from 10.00am to 1.00pm in the Bexcourt Centre, Shercock Road. New members are always most welcome.
St. Vincent De Paul:
To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.
Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are short again, there will be running and walking for all levels, beginners and advanced. Fun and free, social gathering in the Chapel car park, Lake Shore, Bailieborough at 8pm. All old and new people welcome. It’s a well lit up run. Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club:
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Upcoming courses at Bailieborough Business Centre
/in Activities, News /by PetraStart your new year by enrolling on a Day Course with CMETB!
We have a new range of day courses starting in January 2024 in Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road, Bailieborough!
Computer Skills QQI Level 2 – commencing 16/01/24 9.30-1pm (every Tuesday)
-Use frequently-used keys appropriately, e.g. enter, space bar, upper and lower case, delete.
-Use a software package, involving opening a package, entering and manipulating text/image/data, save to file, print and exit safely.
-Identify common information/symbols.
-Access websites on the internet
https://www.fetchcourses.ie/course/finder…
Smartphones and Tablets- commencing 16/01/24 2-5pm (every Tuesday)
-Familiarity with frequently apps
-Common information/symbols.
-Access websites on the internet
-Internet safety
https://www.fetchcourses.ie/course/finder…
Check out the full timetables at:
https://www.fetchcourses.ie/course/finder?search=7&view=0
Or visit www.fetchcourses.ie to search for a course near you
Email: info@cmetb.ie for all enquiries/applications