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Bailieborough News. August 8th 2022 . Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraBailieborough Heritage Society: Bailieborough Library are delighted to host a photographic exhibition entitled, ‘Portraits of Bailieborough Town’ collated by Bailieborough Heritage Society, depicting many images of days gone by in the town of Bailieborough. Celebrating Heritage Week, the exhibition is on display in the Library until September 20th 2022 during Library opening hours and is free to view to all the public!
Lough an Leagh Moonwalk 2022 : The Lough an Leagh ‘Moonwalk’ will take place this Saturday evening, August 13th, commencing at 7.00 pm. The walk’s starting point will be at the Picnic Area. All proceeds will go to local Cancer charities. Entry fee €10. Refreshments afterwards. All welcome.
Pianist Needed: The St. Annes Folk Choir are seeking a pianist/keyboard player. The Choir has been in existence for thirty years and has added grestly to so many Parish celebrations. The Choir are also interested in inviting guitar players or other instrumentalists to join them. For more information, please contact the Parish Office.
Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, August 10th- Lough an Leagh.Walk 1.5hrs ( approx.) Leaving Bailieborough Library at 7.pm. Walk commences at the Picnic Area on Lough an Leagh at 7.15pm.
Wednesday, August 17th – Taghart -Bailieborough/Kingscourt Rd.
(M) Walk 1.5hrs approx. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.55pm. Take Kingscourt Road out of Bailieborough. R165 After 7km Take a sharp left. L3523. Meeting at O’Reilly’s Quarry.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: Edel Fox 086 1004030.
Library: FREE Storytime at the Library on Wednesday 10th , 17th and 24th August from 11am-11.45am for children aged 4-7years.
Keep your child reading over the holidays with our Summer Star Reading programme designed to encourage a love of books and reading. Also FREE children’s workshops including clay modelling, lego, drumming, story time and puppet show available at the library over the summer. Places are limited and booking is essential Phone 042 9665779 for details or Bailieborough Library FB page.
.Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:Players Wanted: Players wanted to join our Bailieboro Celtic AFC Girls Under 14 (2009), Under 13 (2010) and Under 12 (2011/2010) teams for the upcoming Autumn/Winter season. Whether you dream of following in the footsteps of local International and Liverpool player, Leanne Kiernan or simply want to get involved with a great team sport, with like minded girls, then this is the opportuinity for you! Training takes place every Monday evening from 6.15pm to 7.15pm at the Vale Soccer Grounds. For further information, please message the club’s Facebook page and they will be back in contact asap.
Great turn out at our Academy Soccer training for Girls and Boys on Wednesday nights. We train every Wednesday evening from 6.30pm to 7.30pm at the Vale Soccer grounds. Have fun, make new friends and learn some new skills
Heritage Week 2022 Event – A Guided Walk through Moybologue Old Graveyard : Join us for a relaxed walk and talk through Moybologue old graveyard as we explore the origins of this historic and tranquil place in our local community. From the arrival of the earliest peoples to the area after whom the place takes it’s name, through less peaceful times, to the array of modern-day wildlife and biodiversity that both inhabit and pass through the site on a daily and nightly basis, Moybologue old graveyard never fails to reveal something new to the visitor, something previously unknown, and has deservedly held a special place in the hearts and memory of our local community for generations. This event will take place on Saturday, 20th August 2022 from 14:00-15:00. All welcome.
Blessing of the Graves in Moybologue: The Blessing of the Graves in Moybologue will take place on Sunday, August 21st after the 10.00am Mass in Tierworker.
The Blessing of the Graves in Killann Old Cemetery will take place on Saturday, August 20th at 7.30pm. Mass afterwards in St. Annes Church, Killann at 8.30pm.
The Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 4th at 12 noon.
Relaghbeg Fundraising Committee : Community Fun Day on Sunday, August 21st at 2.00pm: A Little get together for all in our community with fun and games for kids to include Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Outdoor games, Music and Refreshments. Come and have a chat and a cuppa with your neighbours get to know all the people in your community. Over the last 2 years with covid we have not held a proper event, so it’s time to get back in touch. Free Event, everybody is welcome. Event being held no matter the weather in the field beside Smyth’s Bar, Relaghbeg, Relaghbeg, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan A82 RX24.
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.
Bailieborough News. August 1st 2022 . Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraPedestrian Crossing at the Model National School:
Works to get underway in early August. The Works will be ongoing for 3 weeks.
These works will also see the footpath on the opposite side of Church Street – adjacent to Church of Ireland – widened. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to exercise extreme caution while these works are in progress.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Rose, sons Matthew and Declan, daughter Rosaleen, daughters-in-law Orla and Lorraine, sister Anne, brother Peter, grandchildren Lauren, Chloe, Rian, Michael and Aidan, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends on the death of Mattie Cahill, Copponagh, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully at Cavan General Hospital surrounded by his loving family, following an illness bravely borne on Wednesday, July 27th, 2022. Mattie was predeceased by his parents Michael and Anna and brothers Patrick and Michael.
Mattie’s Funeral Mass took place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt on Monday, August 1st and afterwards, Mattie’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.
Pianist Needed: The St. Annes Folk Choir are seeking a pianist/keyboard player. The Choir has been in existence for thirty years and has added grestly to so many Parish celebrations. The Choir are also interested in inviting guitar players or other instrumentalists to join them. For more information, please contact the Parish Office.
Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, August 3rd – Senator Billy Fox Park/Derrygooney: (M)Walk 1.5hrs. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.45pm. From Shercock travel towards Cootehill, at 3.8km turn right for Ballybay, after 1 km turn left( L80001) and continue, take next left and Billy Fox Park will be on left.
Wednesday, August 10th- Lough an Leagh.
(M) Walk 1.5hrs ( approx.) Leaving Bailieborough Library at 7.pm. Walk commences at the picnic area on Lough an Leagh at 7.15pm.
All welcome.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: A big “Thank You ” to Breffni Vintage Club who raised €2310 from a Tractor Run in memory of Cecil and Rose Millar, Kells Road.
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.
Library: Keep your child reading over the holidays with our Summer Star Reading programme designed to encourage a love of books and reading. Also FREE children’s workshops including clay modelling, lego, drumming, story time and puppet show available at the library over the summer. Places are limited and booking is essential Phone 042 9665779 for details or Bailieborough Library FB page.
.Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:Players Wanted: Players wanted to join our Bailieboro Celtic AFC Girls Under 14 (2009), Under 13 (2010) and Under 12 (2011/2010) teams for the upcoming Autumn/Winter season. Whether you dream of following in the footsteps of local International and Liverpool player, Leanne Kiernan or simply want to get involved with a great team sport, with like minded girls, then this is the opportuinity for you! Training takes place every Monday evening from 6.15pm to 7.15pm at the Vale Soccer Grounds. For further information, please message the club’s Facebook page and they will be back in contact asap.
Great turn out at our Academy Soccer training for Girls and Boys on Wednesday nights. We train every Wednesday evening from 6.30pm to 7.30pm at the Vale Soccer grounds. Have fun, make new friends and learn some new skills
Heritage Week 2022 Event – A Guided Walk through Moybologue Old Graveyard : Join us for a relaxed walk and talk through Moybologue old graveyard as we explore the origins of this historic and tranquil place in our local community. From the arrival of the earliest peoples to the area after whom the place takes it’s name, through less peaceful times, to the array of modern-day wildlife and biodiversity that both inhabit and pass through the site on a daily and nightly basis, Moybologue old graveyard never fails to reveal something new to the visitor, something previously unknown, and has deservedly held a special place in the hearts and memory of our local community for generations. This event will take place on Saturday, 20th August 2022 from 14:00-15:00. All welcome.
Blessing of the Graves in Moybologue: The Blessing of the Graves in Moybologue will take place on Sunday, August 21st after the 10.00am Mass in Tierworker.
The Blessing of the Graves in Killann Old Cemetery will take place on Saturday, August 20th at 7.30pm. Mass afterwards in St. Annes Church, Killann at 8.30pm.
The Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 4th at 12 noon.
Cavan Sports Partnership : Open water swimming for women. Info and booking links on our website: http://www.cavansportspartnership.ie/Default.aspx… 3 week programme (2 evening sessions per week) coming to 4 locations this August led by experienced Cavan water safety instructors. One of these locations will be at the Bailieborough Town Lake, with classes commencing on Tuesday, August 9th at 7.00pm. Booking for these classes is essential. Beginners: Intro to open water, improve confidence and technique. Advanced: Improve technique, confidence and distance in open water.
Relaghbeg Fundraising Committee :
Community Fun Day on Sunday, August 21st at 2.00pm: A Little get together for all in our community with fun and games for kids to include Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Outdoor games, Music and Refreshments. Come and have a chat and a cuppa with your neighbours get to know all the people in your community. Over the last 2 years with covid we have not held a proper event, so it’s time to get back in touch. Free Event, everybody is welcome. Event being held no matter the weather in the field beside Smyth’s Bar, Relaghbeg, Relaghbeg, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan A82 RX24.
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.
Bailieborough News. July 25th 2022 . Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraVolunteers Required: Volunteers are required from the community to assist at the Bailieborough hub for the Cavan GAA All stars Programme for children with special needs.
The programme will run for 1 hour over the course of ten weeks, commencing the 1st/2nd week of August. It is understandable that full commitment for volunteers may be an issue however this will not be a problem and any assistance for a number of weeks is most grateful.
A training session for helpers/coaches will take place prior to the start of the programme.
If you are interested and available to volunteer please complete the registration form via the link, https://bit.ly/AllstarsVolunteerReg
Also please make your interest known to Mark Gilsenan by text/Whatsapp 087 4158919 or email gilseym@gmail.com
Bailieborough Creative Hub: Our ‘Summer Showcase, Art Exhibition’–in conjunction with Bailieborough Midsummer Festival and Town Events—takes place at Bailieborough Courthouse and Bridewell. The exhibition was officially opened by John Paul Feeley, Cathaoirleach of Cavan County Council on Sunday last. There are over 20 artists, from all around the country exhibiting and the opening times are as follows: Wednesday, July 27th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm, Friday, July 29th from 5.30pm to 7.30pm and Saturday, July 30th from 10.00am to 2.00pm. All welcome.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Margaret-Rose, daughter Mary, son Padraic, son-in-law Stephen, grandchildren Dervla, Niamh, Aoife, Cliona, James and Ellen, sister Eileen (Chicago), brother Sean (Ballinamoney), nieces, nephews, relatives and friends on the death of Jim Reilly, Dromore, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully at Lisdarn Care Unit, Cavan on Saturday, 23rd July 2022 . Jim was predeceased by his brother Michael (Chicago).
Jim’s Funeral Mass took place in St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Tuesday, July 26th and afterwards Jim’s remains were laid to rest in St Anne’s Cemetery.
Pianist Needed: The St. Annes Folk Choir are seeking a pianist/keyboard player. The Choir has been in existence for thirty years and has added grestly to so many Parish celebrations. The Choir are also interested in inviting guitar players or other instrumentalists to join them. For more information, please contact the Parish Office.
Bailieborough Walking Group:
Wednesday, July 27th – Killann/Shercock: Walk 1.5hrs approx. Meet at St. Annes Church, Killann. Take a left approx. 7km from Bailieborough heading towards Shercock. Leaving Bailieborough
Library at 6.55pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm.
Wednesday, August 3rd – Senator Billy Fox Park/Derrygooney:
(M)Walk 1.5hrs. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.45pm. From Shercock travel towards Cootehill, at 3.8km turn right for Ballybay, after 1 km turn left( L80001) and continue, take next left and Billy Fox Park will be on left.
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: Edel Fox 086 1004030.
Library: ‘Thrice Remembered’: ‘Thrice Remembered’ is a new anthology edited by Heather Brett, which contains stories and writings from Cavan people, including amusing, simple scripts, nostalgic poetry, heart-warming reminiscences and beautiful artwork.
The launch of this book will take place at Bailieborough Library on this Wednesday afternoon, July 27th at 3pm.
Copies of the book will be on sale on the day and light refreshments will be served. All welcome!
Claymodelling Workshops for 8-12 yr olds with artist Marie Smith at Bailieborough Library ( Wednesday, 27th July 10.45am and 12.00pm ). Booking out fast, so ring today to secure your child’s place. Bailieborough 042 9665779. FREE of charge!
Keep your child reading over the holidays with our Summer Star Reading programme designed to encourage a love of books and reading. Also FREE children’s workshops including clay modelling, lego, drumming, story time and puppet show available at the library over the summer. Places are limited and booking is essential Phone 042 9665779 for details or Bailieborough Library FB page.
.Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.: Great turn out at our Academy Soccer training for Girls and Boys on last Wednesday night. We train every Wednesday evening from 6.30pm to 7.30pm at the Vale Soccer grounds. Have fun, make new friends and learn some new skills
Players born 2011-2014 interested in joining the club please get in contact. Like every other club we need a helping hand with coaches and volunteers.
Also, the FAI Summer Camp is back from August 15th -19th . Online portal is open for bookings. https://bookings.summersoccerschools.ie/s/
Bailieborough Craft Group: The work that these ladies do for local Charities is phenomenal – checkout the blankets for the local Fairlawns Nursing Home and the teddy bears/cardies for the neo-natal unit in Cavan General Hospital. The bakes are scrummy too – a real Friday treat! New members are always welcome – phone 042 9665779 for details!
Blessing of the Graves in Moybologue: The Blessing of the Graves in Moybologue will take place on Sunday, August 21st after the 10.00am Mass in Tierworker.
Car Treasure Hunt: A Car Treasure Hunt in aid of the Alzheimers Society of Ireland will take place on Saturday, July 30th, commencing at St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker. Enrty fee is €20 per car and the event runs from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. All welcome.
Cavan Sports Partnership : Open water swimming for women. Info and booking links on our website: http://www.cavansportspartnership.ie/Default.aspx… 3 week programme (2 evening sessions per week) coming to 4 locations this August led by experienced Cavan water safety instructors. One of these locations will be at the Bailieborough Town Lake, with classes commencing on Tuesday, August 9th at 7.00pm. Booking for these classes is essential. Beginners: Intro to open water, improve confidence and technique. Advanced: Improve technique, confidence and distance in open water. Music Rehearsals: Tullyvin Musical Society having a first rehearsal for ‘The Addams Family’ on Tuesday, 2nd August at 6pm in Tullyvin Community Centre. All welcome to come along and see what’s involved. If you are interested but can’t make it please contact the Facebook page or email tullyvinmusicalsociety2015@gmail.com or text 086 3582722. Looking forward to meeting you. 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.
Cavan Sports Partnership : Open water swimming for women. Info and booking links on our website: http://www.cavansportspartnership.ie/Default.aspx… 3 week programme (2 evening sessions per week) coming to 4 locations this August led by experienced Cavan water safety instructors. One of these locations will be at the Bailieborough Town Lake, with classes commencing on Tuesday, August 9th at 7.00pm. Booking for these classes is essential. Beginners: Intro to open water, improve confidence and technique. Advanced: Improve technique, confidence and distance in open water.
Music Rehearsals: Tullyvin Musical Society having a first rehearsal for ‘The Addams Family’ on Tuesday, 2nd August at 6pm in Tullyvin Community Centre. All welcome to come along and see what’s involved. If you are interested but can’t make it please contact the Facebook page or email tullyvinmusicalsociety2015@gmail.com or text 086 3582722. Looking forward to meeting you.