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Bailieborough News May 23rd 2019
/in News /by Liz FlemingBailieborough News. May 23rd 2019. Matthew J. Cullen.
Charity Walk/Run in Memory of Ann Clerkin, Curkish: A Charity Walk/Run in memory of Ann Clerkin, Curkish will take place on Saturday next, May 25th commencing at 11am from the B.D.A. Offices, Shercock Rd, Bailieborough. Funds raised will be donated to the Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Fund, Ataxia Foundation, Ireland and the Parkinsons Association of Ireland. Donations voluntary on the day and all are most welcome to attend.
Mass of Celebration in thanksgiving for the Ministry of Fr. Michael Router: A Special Mass will be held in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Friday evening, June 21st at 7.00pm, to congratulate Fr. Michael on his appointment as Auxiliary Bishop of Armagh and to celebrate his outstanding, selfless ministry in service of our Parish. Light refreshments will follow in St. Annes Community Centre, Chapel Road. All parishioners, from each of the Church areas in the Parish are most welcome to attend.
May—Month of the Rosary: The Rosary will be said at the Grotto on the Virginia Road at 7.30pm every evening for the month of May (except Saturday’ s). Everyone is welcome to come and pray for various intentions.
Irish Dancing Classes: Irish Dancing Classes will be held every Thursday evening in St. Anne’s Community Centre, Chapel road from 6.00pm. All levels from Beginners to Advanced. Ages from 4+ welcome. For further information, please contact Tracey at 085 771 2282.
First Communion: The children in 2nd Class in St. Anne’s National School will receive their First Holy Communion next Saturday morning in St. Annes Church at 11.00am.
Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 18-05-2019. Numbers Drawn; 2, 6, 19, 23. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Carmel O’Callaghan; Patrick Murray; Martina Nulty; Niamh Mulligan. Next week’s Jackpot €4,300.
Bailieborough School of Music Registration/Open Evening will be held in the Community School on Thursday May 30th from 7pm-8.30pm. This is an opportunity for students to try out the various woodwind/brass instruments. New students welcome.
Security Guarding and Door Security Course: Bailieborough Business Centre Security Guarding and Door Security QQI Level 4. Duration 5 days over 3 weeks. Call 042-9694716 or 087 619 0040 for further information.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to sister Margaret Timothy (Galway), brother Seamus (Baltinglass, Co. Wicklow), sister-in-law Maire Kelly, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, his former parishioners, relatives and large circle of friends on the death of Fr. Felim Kelly, retired P.P Castlerahan, late of The Vale, Bailieborough, who passed away peacefully in Cavan General Hospital, on Wednesday 1st May. Fr. Felim was predeceased by his parents Annie (nee Lynch) and Pat Kelly and brother-in-law Pat Timothy. Deeply regretted by retired Bishop Leo O’Reilly and the Clergy of the Diocese of Kilmore. Fr. Felim’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Mary’s Church, Castlerahan, on Saturday, May 4th followed by burial in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough.
Bailieborough Community School Graduation: Well done to the Leaving Cert students in Bailieborough Community School who graduated on Wednesday last during a beautiful service and ceremony in the school assembly area. We wish them the best of luck in their upcoming exams and their future lives.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns: Bailieborough Tidy Towns appeals to all business, property and home owners in the Town area to give their property a makeover. Washing walls, footpath’s and painting would be appreciated. Judging begins in early June.
General clean up on Tuesday evenings, meet at the Library at 7pm. More help needed—its only for an hour. All welcome. Come along for an hour and help keep Bailieborough litter free.
Bailieborough Social Day Group: The next get-together of the Bailieborough Social Day Group will take place in the Community Centre on Wednesday, May 22nd from 2.30 to 4.30pm. Booking deposits taken on the day for trip ‘Tour of the Titanic’ on June 11th. Further details later. New people always welcome.
Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, May 22nd—Mullaghmeen, Oldcastle: (A) Walk 2 hours (approx). Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.30pm. Meet at Millbrook, Oldcastle at 7.05pm. Walk commences at Mullaghmeen Forest at 7.15pm.
Wednesday, May 29th – Annaghmakerrig. Newbliss Rd,
{M} Walk 1 hour 30 minutes approx. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.40 pm. From Cootehill take Monaghan Road. After 3km Turn left for Newbliss R189. Continue on this road and park at The Black Kesh Bar (Disused) on the right-hand side. Walk commencing at 7.15pm. All welcome.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Sunday 26th May:
Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club.
Bailieborough Women’s Group: Meeting on Friday, May 24th in the Community Centre from 2.00pm to 4.00pm and fortnightly thereafter. Activity for this term will be ‘Flower Arranging’. New members welcome.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to sons and daughters Maureen, Una, Patrick, Stephen, Noeleen, Charlie, Rita, Helen, Betty, Mary Lou, Paul and Gary, sister Sr. Rita Shalvey, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Agnes Clarke (nee Shalvey) Granafarna, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully at her residence on Friday, May 3rd. Agnes was predeceased by her husband Tommy, son Philip and grandson Tommy Michael. Agnes’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Mary’s Church, Clanaphilip on Monday, May 6th with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Mass for the Sick: A Mass for the Sick will take place in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Friday, May 31st. This date coincides with the start of the Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes. The Mass will include the Sacrament of the Sick for those who feel in need of its healing graces at this time.
Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre: We are now taking names for the following Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre, please call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place for these free classes.
Computers for Beginners· Find your way around the · Internet, · Learn Email, Motor Tax, · Online Shopping and more.
Computers for Improvers Level 2· Advanced email· Attachments· Social Media· Revenue.
Diocesan and Parish Pilgrimage to Knock: This year’s Parish Pilgrimage will be to Knock and will take place on Sunday, June 16th—the same day as the Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage. Anyone interested in travelling on a Bus from Bailieborough is asked to give their name to the Secretary in the Parish Office during opening hours (042 9665117).
Bridge: Bridge lessons for beginners takes place in the Hotel Bailie, Bailieborough, at 7.30pm, each Monday night.
Senior’s Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm, in the Hotel Bailie. Everybody welcome.
CMETB Adult Education Guidance and Information Service (Aegis): Are you an adult thinking about returning to education or training? If so, an Adult Guidance Councillor will be available for drop-in queries, every second Thursday, the next one taking place at Bailieborough Library from 10.00am to 2.00pm on Thursday, May 30th.
Bailieborough Shamrock’s Senior Ladies Karaoke Fundraiser 31st May.
Bailieborough Shamrocks Senior Ladies are running a Fundraising Karaoke Night on Friday, 31st May in Nixy’s The Square Bar. Anyone who is interested in putting an act in, please contact Conor Gilsenan or any of our Senior Ladies Football Team. This promises to be a great night’s fun and entertainment. Let’s give our Senior Ladies the Support they deserve. Here’s hoping it will be a fantastic 2019 Season for our Senior Ladies. Everyone welcome.
Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl! Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm. It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome. Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back for 2019 and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough AT 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.
Citizen’s Information: The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc. No appointment necessary.
Bailieborough Community School Class of ‘89 re-union: The Bailieborough Community School Class of 1989 are hosting a reunion on Saturday 28th September 2019, in ‘Nixy’s’ The Square Bar, Bailieborough. For more details, please contact Caroline on 087 1517479 or email crlnclarke@eircom.net
Bailieborough ‘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.
Bailieborough Celtic Underage Girls: Training for girls born between 2006/2010 has been moved to Thursday’s from 7pm-8pm at the Vale Grounds.
All new players welcome.
Celebrating Bealtaine Festival: Free oil painting classes with Martin Fullen at the Library, on Wednesday May 22nd and 29th from 2.30pm-4.30pm. This course of classes is open to retired members of our community. Booking essential at 042 9665779.
Bailieborough Business Centre:
Excel Level 4, Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.
Computers for Beginners, Level 2 Wednesdays.
Word Level 4, Thursdays 10-1pm.
Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087– 619 0040 for further information.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for May, June, July and August 2019: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–May 26th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 8th (Saturday, 1.30pm), June 23rd, (Sunday 12.30pm), July 20th, (Saturday 1.30pm), July 28th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 10th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 24th (Saturday, 1.30pm).
Bailieborough Library: Craft Group takes place every Friday from 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm on the last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
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.
Alcoholics Anonymous: Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 20th May 2019:
Senior; We had to give Carrick a walkover as lads unavailable due to work/college commitments. A good workout v Castleblayney on Thursday last. Next up is a trip to Clontibret this coming Thursday.
Monaghan Reserve league fixtures, all away and all Thursdays.
23/05 v Clontibret
30/05 v Mattock Rangers, Collon, Co. Louth.
Congratulations to Jack Barry and Cian McEntee on the Cavan Lory Meagher panel on Saturday v Fermanagh. Jack made his Senior championship debut at wing forward. Well done lads.
U13/15/17; Training for U13s will now be on Mondays at 6.45 in Killann. We will be getting a series of games to prepare for Ulster Feile in June.
The U15s continue their impressive form with another win in the Tain Og league.
Cavan U15 squad. Great ECG representation on the Cavan U15 squad on Monday last.
Tain U15 league fixtures (all Mondays)
03/06 H v Carrick.
Under 7/9/11; A great evening in Castleblayney on Wednesday last as we finally got outside to grass and good weather. We head for Cloghan this coming Wednesday for a Monaghan GAA U7 and U9 blitz. 7pm start.
Under 11s will train with the U13s in Killann on Monday 6.45.
Wednesdays U7/9 squad in Blayney.
The week ahead;
Thursday; Seniors away to Clontibret 7.45.
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Bailieborough News. November 19th 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellBreak-in at Parochial House: In the early hours of Sunday morning, the Gardaí in Bailieborough responded to an alarm activation at the Parochial House in Bailieborough. On arrival it became apparent a break – in had occurred. A follow up search of the grounds was conducted which resulted in the arrest of a man. He has been charged in connection with the incident and appeared at a special sitting of Monaghan District Court on Sunday evening.
Bailieborough Parish Church:
Mondays (during term time): Badminton, Bailieborough Church of Ireland Hall; 7-8pm for primary students, 8-9pm for secondary students.
Annual Dog Walk: Bailieborough Veterinary Clinic are hosting their Annual Charity Dog Walk for the CSPCA on this Saturday 24th, November, commencing at 12pm. All welcome, with light refreshments and raffle prizes afterwards. Dogs must be on a lead during the event.
Bailieborough Leisure Centre: Board of Management Annual General Meeting: The Bailieborough Leisure Centre’s Board of Management’s Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday December 6th at 8.00pm in the Bailie Hotel.
Nominations of persons wishing to seek election to the Board should reach Board Chairman, Paul Mc Fadden, by Friday, November 30th. Nominations should be left at reception for the attention of Paul Mc Fadden.
‘Science of Cancer’ a talk in Bailieborough Library by Dr Jade Pollock next Thursday, November 22nd at 7pm! We’re all familiar with the word ‘Cancer’ but do we know how one of the deadliest diseases begins in cells? Come to the talk to learn about common myths about cancer, the role of pharmaceutical companies, ideal diet and learn about new advances in cancer research. All welcome to this FREE presentation!
St. Vincent DePaul ‘Fashion Show’: The Bailieborough branch of the St Vincent’s de Paul are hosting a ‘Fashion Show’ on Thursday 29th, of November at 7.30pm in the Hotel Bailie. Doors will open at 7.15pm and we will be modelling a vast array of the clothes, that are for sale in the shop on Main St. Tickets for the event are priced at €10 for a fantastic, fun filled evening ending with a disco after the Fashion Show until 12.30am. There will be an opportunity to buy after the show, so you can have a special Christmas outfit at a very reasonable price! We look forward to seeing you there and your support would be greatly appreciated.
Tickets are available from the Hotel reception or the Bailieborough St. Vincent de Paul on Main St.
Bridge: Bridge Results for Tuesday, 13th, November 2018: First: Patti and Ita Clarke, Second: Pauline McEvoy and Kathleen McArdle. Best Gross: Patsy Corcoran and Teresa O’Reilly.
Bridge lessons for beginners will take place in Hotel Bailie, Bailieborough, at 7.30pm, each Monday night. Everybody welcome.
Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival and Town Events.: Santa will be back in Bailieborough on the 1st of December at 5pm, sharp. After a great turn out last year, Santa has brought more helpers and promises you won’t be waiting as long in the cold. The Tractor Parade of Lights will be bringing him to town. There will be the turning-on of the town’s Christmas Lights—which were erected last week—Christmas Carolling and lots of other festive fun! For more information or if you would like to volunteer, please visit on Facebook—‘Bailieborough mid-Summer Festival and Town Events’ or e-mail: bailieboroughmidsummerfestival@gmail.com
Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 17-11-2018. Numbers Drawn; 1, 15, 17, 27. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Sean and Damien, Galbolie; Dingo; Peter Tully; Eddie Farrelly. Jackpot next week, €1,800.
Mass of Remembrance: The Annual Mass of Remembrance for all those who have died from the local community and for their bereaved families will take place on Saturday evening, November 24th in St. Anne’s Church at 7.00pm.
School Enrolment: East Knockbride National School Enrolment for 2019/2020 school year – Open Information Evening in the School on Wednesday 21st November 2018 between 7pm and 8pm. Parents and Children welcome to attend.
Congratulations and Well Done: Congratulations and well done to the Bailieborough Shamrocks Minor Camogie team who defeated Drumgoon by 6.13 to 0.02 points in the Minor Division 2 Championship Final on Saturday last in Drumgoon. Well done to all the players, selectors, manager and sponsors on this great achievement.
Congratulations and well done also to the Shamrock’s Under 13 Boys Division 5 Team who defeated Mullahoran by 6—9 to 2—8 in the Championship Final on Tuesday last on the 3G Kingspan Breffni. Great achievement for the Shamrocks Club doing the double at this age group!
Citizen’s Information: The service continues on every Tuesday, at 1.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc. No appointment necessary.
Storytime and Christmas Crafting: As part of the Christmas Lights switch-on, taking place on Saturday, December 1st, Bailieborough Library are having a Story Time and Crafts day. Christmas Storytime for children aged between 4 and 8 from 2.30pm to 3.1pm and Christmas Crafting (Booking Essential) from 3.30pm to 4.30pm. Please come along and support.
Art Competition Winners: Congratulations to all the Art Competition Winners who took part in this year’s Link Credit Union Art Competition, whose theme was: ‘The Force of Nature’.
Aged 7 and Under: First: Eva Pilipaviciute – St Felim’s National School,
Second: Katie Shevlin – The Model National School, Third: Nadine McKenna – Muff Laragh National School.
Aged 7 and under (special category): First: Shea Daly – St. Anne’s National School, Second: Nicola McGauran – Ballinamoney National School and Third: Joshua McGlynn – St. Anne’s National School.
Aged 8-10: First: Samantha Nicole Carolan – Carlanstown N.S., Second: Emma Gavins – St. Anne’s National School and Third: Emily Martin – The Model School.
Aged 8-10 (special category): First: Charlie Geraghty – St Patrick’s, Ughtyneil NS, Second: Katie Clay – St. Anne’s NS and Third: Saoirse O Neill – St. Killian’s NS.
Aged 11-13: First: Alexandra Kocis – St. Joseph’s NS, Second: Kelsey Buckland – Morris – Colaiste Dun na Ri and Third: Binh Hanratty – Colaiste Dun na Ri.
Aged 11-13 (special category): First: Calum Reilly – St. Annes NS, Second: Milosz Tomczyk – Colaiste Dun na Ri and Third: Chantelle Martin – The Model School.
Aged 14-17: First: Jessica Dunne – Bailieborough Community School, Second: Tatianna Ormiston – Eureka School and Third: Aoife Sherriff – Colaiste Dun na Ri.
Aged 14-17 (special Category): First: Ronin Madden – Colaiste Dun na Ri.
18+: First: Paula O Reilly – Moynalty Art Group and Second: Olivia Larkin.
Library: A beautiful selection of art from the Tyrone Guthrie Centre in Annaghmakerrig is currently on show at the Library until the end of November. Do drop in to visit!
Bailieborough Community Alert: Bailieborough Community Alert are hosting a ‘Property Marking Event’ from Thursday, November 29th to Tuesday, December 4th. The machine will visit different townlands and areas and booking is essential as there is limited availability. Call Alison on 089 439 5654 to book a slot, when the machine is in your area. You must submit your Eircode. For further details please contact Kevin Carolan, Pine Grove or Seamus Sheridan, Kells Road.
Class of 1993—Bailieborough Community School: 25 years since we left the Community School! Reunion is planned for Saturday, December 29th. See Facebook page (Bailieborough Community School Class of 93 Reunion) or text Lisa Hanna (nee Monaghan) at 087 915 0004 to confirm your interest. Looking forward to a great catch up!
‘Night Walk’: Thank You to everyone who took part in the recent ‘Night Walk’ on October 26th last, in aid of Parkinson’s Disease and Aware. €750 was raised for these worthy causes.
Bailieborough ‘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.
Bailieborough Business Centre: Classes: Beginners Computer,
Improvers Computers, Mondays 7pm to 10pm.
Spreadsheets, Tuesdays, 10am to 1pm.
Word, Thursdays, 10am to 1pm.
Beginners Yoga in Bailieborough Leisure Centre: Every Saturday from 9.30am to 10.30am. Bring a Yoga mat and an open mind. Wear comfortable clothing. Contact Darren Clarke 086 846 9581 or darrenclarke@campue.ie for further information.
Bailieborough Indoor Bowls: Indoor Bowls continues on Wednesdays, at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre. New members are always most welcome.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for November and December 2018: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–November 25th (Sunday, 12.30pm), December 15th (Saturday 1.30pm) and December 23rd (Sunday. 12.30pm).
Annual Christmas Parade of Lights Tractor Run and Family Fun Day
hosted by Active Agri Association.
All Vehicles must be—roadworthy and fully insured— welcome.
(Lorries, Tractors, Vans, Cars and Bikes).
Saturday 1st December 2018.
Proceeds for the Children’s Ward in Cavan General Hospital.
Starting from Killinkere Leisure Centre at 4pm Sharp.
Registration €20 from 12 noon on the day.
Kids Peddle Tractor Parade at 2pm /Raffle on the day.
Live music by ‘Mad 4 Trad’ following the Run.
For more details contact one of the following numbers:
Floyd McNeill (086) 8739323, Gerard McCann (087) 2268659 or Peter O’Reilly (087)2734338.
Bailieborough Library: 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.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 19th November 2018:
Under 7/9/11; All back in full swing now. Thursday in Kingscourt and Friday two groups in Bailieborough. Great to see lots of new men joining our ranks this season which is our tenth indoor season hurling. Jerseys/training tops from most of the local GAA clubs on show, Bailieborough Shamrocks, Kingscourt Stars, Killinkere, Knockbride, Shercock, Cuchulainns (Mullagh) all setting aside their football rivalry to give hurling a shot in the arm. All are very welcome. Indoors will run through all the way to early June 2019 so plenty of time to catch the bug! Equipment supplied to those who don’t have any yet while learning with us. No Kingscourt group training this coming Thursday as the local trade fair have the hall for this week. See you next week.
Under 13; These lads are now finished for the year. We would like to thank them for their commitment this year and congratulate those who won both Feile and U15 league this year. Lots of promise in this squad which we hope will continue into 2019. Thanks to our coaches Colin, Ben and Willie for all their work all year.
Under 15; These lads are now also finished for the year. We thank them for their continuing commitment and recognise their success in both Feile and in the Monaghan league and were only a puck of the ball away from the Cavan Championship. We look forward to 2019 with these lads. Well done.
Senior; Again these lads are now finished for the year. Planning for 2019 is well under way.
The week ahead;
Thursday; No Kingscourt group this week due to trade fair.
Friday; Indoor hurling in Bailieborough Community School Sports Hall tbc. U7/9 from 6-7 and U11 from 7-8. €3 each and water bottle also.
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Cavan Institute: Cavan Institute is holding an ‘Information Day’ for post primary students on Saturday, November 24th from 12 noon to 4.00pm in its Cathedral Road Campus. This will be a great opportunity to discuss career and progression options. For further information, please contact 049 43 32633.
Christmas Craft Fair: Christmas Craft and Gift Fair, Sunday 9th December, Slieve Russell Hotel, 12-5pm, free admission.
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.
Bailieborough News. September 10th 2018. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by Lee McDonnellBailieborough Poetry Festival 2018:
The Bailieborough Poetry Festival officially opens on Thursday 4th of October in Bailieborough Library at 7pm. This will include the official opening of the Art Exhibition by Ruth McDonnell in the Library Arts space which runs in conjunction with the Festival. Members of LitLab writing group have been collaborating with the artist and will read some poems inspired by her artworks.
Poets definitely taking part are Annemarie Ní Churreáin, Enda Wyley and Brendan McCann.
Enda Wyley will be reading and facilitating a workshop at Bailieborough Poetry Festival 2018.Watch out for full programme soon.
Bailieborough Mental Health Association:
On Thursday the 6th of September, the Bailieborough Mental Health Association had their annual AGM in the Bailie Hotel and after many long years Winston Turner decided to retire as the Chairperson of the Bailieborough Mental Health Association, This was a very sad day for the association as Winston had served so well and done a fantastic job as the Chairperson but it is has given us the ability to bring the Association into a new era as, there was elected a great and energetic new Chairperson Colm Colgan, Vice-Chairperson Séan McKiernan, the current Treasurer stays on Ann Hanley, Audrey Rogers remains as secretary being assisted by Johnny Kerins who also be in charge of our social media accounts, we look forward to keeping all of you up to date on what events we have coming up.
‘Hardtimes Chorus’:
‘Hardtimes Chorus’ are delighted to announce of their upcoming concert, ‘A Million Dreams’ in aid of the Down Syndrome Centre North East. It will be held in St Annes Church on Friday evening, 28th September 2018 at 8.30pm. The Down Syndrome Centre North East has been set up by a group of parents to provide essential services, information and support to people with Down Syndrome and their families living in the North East. The centre is due to open its doors in October 2018 in Carrickmacross, Co Monaghan. Tickets are now available in SuperValu, the Bailie Hotel, Bailie Stores, Turning Head’s Hair Salon and St Anne’s Parish Office during office hours. Please Come Along and support.
‘Race for Grace’:
Come join us in a 5km or 10km Run, Walk or Crawl for ‘Feileacain’ and ‘A Little Lifetime Foundation’—both charities support anyone who has lost a baby in pregnancy or after— in memory of Orla Dean’s grand- daughter Grace, who gained her wings far too soon, on Saturday, September 22nd. They are both amazing charities and every cent raised will go towards supporting families affected by the death of a baby during or after pregnancy. Registration for the event will open at 11am at Bailieborough Community Centre and the event will start at 12pm.
Registration prices are; €5—5km, €10—10km and €15 for Families.
Everyone who registers will be entered into a raffle on the day.
Tea and Sandwiches will be served back at the Community Centre after the event.
Really hope to see you there! All support is greatly appreciated.
Family Carers:
Are you a family carer? Family Carer Support Group’s first meeting will be on Wednesday 12th September from 11am-1pm and every second Wednesday after that at Bailieborough Library. All carers welcome. Do drop in and say Hello!
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
NO POSTERS, please on the Tesco fence or anywhere around the town or on all approach roads from the 50k limit in.
Thanks to all who have already complied with our request.
Spanish Lessons:
Spanish Lessons for Primary School Children, from Junior infants to 6th class. Different groups available. Also, Adult group Lessons available every Tuesday and Wednesday. All lessons are now taking place in the Bailieboro Business Centre (besides the playground) for more information or to register please contact Lydia on 0877414735.
Head Shave and Quiz for Haiti.:
A huge thanks to Paul Cooney Junior for raising €1500 by having his head shaved in Nixy’s Square Bar on All Ireland Sunday. This money along with the Quiz and Sponsorship that Brendan Shevlin organised brings the total to €2700. All this money is going to Haven Charity Haiti. Brendan is travelling to Haiti on 15th September to build Chicken Houses as part of this charity. A huge thanks to all who sponsored and gave money along the way to help Brendan raise funds for this great cause.
Children’s Irish Dance Classes;
Irish dance classes with World Champions Aishling and Emma Fox will resume on Wednesday, 5th September at 6pm in Tierworker Hall. For more information, please contact Aishling or Emma on (087) 9699235, (087) 2059128. All newcomers welcome.
Water Hydrant:
Work is ongoing on replacing the water hydrant on Adelaide Row in Bailieborough which was damaged earlier this summer. The hydrant should be back in place and working before the weekend. Work is also continuing on the footpaths on the corner of Church Street and should be completed soon.
Pilates:
Pilates resuming in Bailieboro Trinity Hall on Tuesdays. Classes at 6.15pm and 7.30pm. Suitable for all levels of fitness, booking essential. Please call Anne 087 2601454.
Adult Irish Dance and Ceilí Classes:
Adult Irish dance classes will take place in Tierworker Hall at 8:30pm every Wednesday. For more information, please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.
Blessing of the Graves:
Thank you to all who attended the Blessing of the Graves in St. Anne’s Cemetery on Sunday, September 2nd. As usual there was a very large crowd in attendance. Thank you to the Church stewards who managed the parking and traffic very well and to the Pastoral Council who organised the ceremony and who, along with members of the Finance Committee, took up the collection, which this year thanks to your generous contributions amounted to €3921.46. 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 McCloskey who played a beautiful instrumental piece during the service and to Fr. Martin Gilcreest for his assistance.
Citizen’s Information:
The service continues on every Tuesday, at 1.30pm in the Library.
Bailieborough ‘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.
Congratulations:
Congratulations to Lisa Cullen, Woodview and Brendan Byrne, Magheracloone, who were married in St. Anne’s Church on Saturday last, September 8th.
Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl!
Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm. It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome. Anyone want to try kayaking? If you do, be at the Town Lake at 7.00pm. Tea, coffee, fruit and biscuits afterwards. All newcomers welcome.
St. Anne’s Folk Choir:
Practice for the Folk Choir take place every Tuesday evening at 8.15pm, in St. Anne’s Church. The future of the Choir depends greatly on the involvement of the parishioners in our Church, so new members would be very much appreciated and welcomed.
‘Vincent’s Shop’:
‘Vincent’s Shop’ on Main St., are urgently seeking Gents Clothing and any paper or plastic bags, that they can use in the shop. Thank you for all the kind donations of clothes, toys and bric-a-brac and for generously buying from the shop. All money raised is used for local deserving causes.
Social Day Centre:
The Bailieborough Social Day Centre returns on Wednesday, September 12th in the Community Centre from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. Hoping to see some new faces for fun, entertainment and outings, etc… All welcome.
The ‘Open Door Sessions’:
Featuring special guests Michael Gallen, Gerry Hodgers, Ollie Gargan, The Giant Wolf Theatre Company and Leona Daly.
The Open Door Sessions, Bailieborough’s free monthly arts and music night is hosting a special gathering of talented musicians and artists from 8.30pm to celebrate Culture Night on Friday 21st September, in Nixy’s Bar, The Square, Bailieborough.
Well into its second year, The Open Door Sessions continues to host new, original music and arts on a monthly basis. Culture Night is an expansion of the Sessions regular programme of talented, established and up-and-coming musicians and artists.
If you haven’t attended before this is a great opportunity to try it out.
Admission to The Open Door Sessions is free and you are welcome to come along to support and enjoy some of the extraordinary talents that exist within our country.
Church of Ireland Services for September:
Sunday 16 September: Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – All-Age Service.
Saturday 22nd September: Bailieborough Hall 2-4pm – ‘Messy Church Harvest’.
Sunday 23 September: Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.
Sunday 30 September: United Service in Mullagh 10:30am – All-Age Service followed by tea and coffee.
Sunday 30 September: Harvest Service, Knockbride Church 7:30pm.
Mondays (during term time): Badminton, Bailieborough Hall; 7-8pm for primary students, 8-9pm for secondary students.
Bailieborough Business Centre:
Classes for the Autumn Schedule at Bailieborough Business Centre. Call to let us know what you are interested in doing and we will register your interest with the ETB. Please call 042-969-4716 for further information.
Bailieborough Indoor Bowls:
Indoor Bowls resumes on Wednesday, September 12th at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre. New members are always most welcome.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for September, October, November and December 2018:
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–September 15th (Saturday, 1.30pm), September 23rd (Sunday, 12.30pm) October 6th (Saturday, 1.30pm), October 28th (Sunday, 12.30pm), November 10th (Saturday, 1.30pm), November 25th (Sunday, 12.30pm), December 15th (Saturday 1.30pm) and December 23rd (Sunday. 12.30pm).
Annual Pony Drivers and Friends, Memorial Drive 2018:
Preparations are well underway for this year’s Memorial/Charity Drive. The Drive will be taking place in Bailieborough at The Hideout on Sunday, the 23rd September, starting at 2pm. This year we are raising money for Cavan/Monaghan Palliative Care. On the day there will be refreshments, raffle, auction and music. The Noel McDermott Perpetual Plaque and The Sean McQuillan Memorial Cup will be presented on the day to ‘the best turned out’ Ponies. We look forward to seeing everyone there to support a very worthy cause.
Bailieborough Library:
Everyday Irish – Tuesday evenings 3pm to 5pm
Beginner Conversational Irish Class for Adults who would like to learn the basics.
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.
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.
‘Strides for Life’:
Strides for Life, a 16-week walking programme for people recovering from cancer treatment will begin in Cavan in September. Organised by the Cuan cancer social and support centre, the course is free and is suitable for all levels of ability. Strides for Life is recommended by the Irish Cancer Society and is designed to improve the level of fitness and quality of life of those recovering from cancer treatment. A friend or family member is also welcome to take part. Pre-registration is required. Phone 0868672568 or 0876486076. Email derbhlaotoole@gmail.com
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 10th September 2018
Under 7/9; Outdoor hurling now finished for the year. Thanks to all who came out especially during the school holidays which we ran for the first time this year and thanks to those who attended camp. Indoor hurling will return in the next few weeks which will run to May 2019! Watch this space for info.
Under 13; Training on Monday with the U15s in Killann at 7pm.
Under 15; Last round of the Monaghan League v leaders Castleblayney on Wednesday in Kingscourt at 6.30. We should be in the Shield Final coming up in a couple of weeks.
Senior; Training Thursday 7pm. Venue tbc. Players will receive text. Cavan Senior Championship coming up end of the month. New players arriving each week which is positive and more are very welcome.
The week ahead; Thursday; Adult training in Killann/ Kingscourt/Bailieborough 7pm tbc.
Saturday; U16 intercounty blitz.
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13; Colin Higgins 087 276 9086.
U15; Pat O’Flaherty 087 450 1524.
U15/17; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Adult; Willie/Kathryn above.
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.