Community Courses:
Digital Photo Editing 7th May, Reptile Mania 14th May, Microsoft Office 19th May, Computers for Beginners 20th or 21st May, Computers for over 55’s 25th May, Holistic Therapies 9th June, ECDL 6th July, Kids summer camp 26th Jul or 9th August and Sage on request. After school computer classes for children and adults with reading, writing or spelling difficulties, incl dyslexia. Phone Bailieborough Community Training on 042 9666383.

Birdwatch Ireland Cavan Branch. Dawn Chorus Walk:
On Sunday morning next, 9th May, the local branch of Birdwatch Ireland have organized a ‘Dawn Chorus’ walk at the Castle Lake Woods. Meet at the main car park, Lear entrance at 4.40a.m.

Swimming Pool and Leisure Centre:
Summer Intensive lessons for children, now taking bookings for July and August. Check with reception for more details 042 9666644. Now booking for a Mens four-week fitness class starting Thursday May 6th. A Ladies 6-week Fitness class starting Wednesday night 5th May.
Bikini Body blitz. A weeklong intensive set of classes to tone the body starts May 17th. Places limited so book early.

Bailieborough 400th Anniversary:
To celebrate the 400th anniversary a performance by the newly formed primary schools Cross Community School Choir, consisting of children from all four local schools, the School of Music and the recently reformed Adult Cross Community Choir, will take place in Bailieborough Community School, May 14th, funded by Peace 111 under the reconciling communities initiative. The performance is free of charge. Phone 042 9694716 for details.

Bailieborough Shamrocks:
La Na gClub: Next Sunday 9th May has been designated La na gClub or National Club day. To mark the occasion the Shamrocks are hosting an open day in St Anne’s Park, which will provide an opportunity for all ages in the club to play for fun. There will also be an opportunity for people to view the new facilities before the official opening. The event runs from 2pm to 4pm.

Bailieborough Shamrocks G.A.A. wish to say a sincere ‘Thank You’ to all those who supported the ‘Peter Pritchard Recovery Fund Dance. A total of €5,730 was raised.

Under Age: The Under 16s are continuing to show good form and had a victory over Denn in St Anne’s Park on Tuesday last. They will now play Ballymachugh followed by a home game against St Finbarr’s next Tuesday night.

The Minors played Lavey in the semi final of the league on Saturday last in Virginia but unfortunately lost out in a close fought game. Having acquitted themselves well throughout the Shamrocks had a one point lead with 6 minutes to go but conceded a goal at this stage. Despite their best efforts in the remainder of the game they were unable to regain the lead even though a number of chances appeared to be goal bound including one, which struck the post. Nevertheless they can be proud of their efforts as they fought hard and on another day may have shaded the result. Best of luck to Lavey and Cavan Gaels in the final.

The Under 14s travelled to Laragh and ran out winners in a game in which they dominated proceeds in the first half. However Laragh came into the game in the second half as Bailieborough emptied the bench to give all the squad a run out and the game proved quite entertaining in the end. The next game is this Thursday night against Kingscourt.

Girls Football
A large squad of under 14 girls made the long journey to Templeport on Bank Holiday Monday to take part in the County Feile competition. There are no results to hand at the time of writing. Training for under 8s and under 10s is ongoing on Tuesday evenings at 6 on the Community School pitch for the 8s and at 7 in St Anne’s Park for the 10s. All children are welcome to join. Parents can meet the mentors at training.

Bailieborough Cancer Fund; Annual Fundraiser:
The Bailieborough Cancer Fund is hosting their Annual Fundraising event ‘Stars in their Eyes 2010’ on Friday next, May 7th. Numerous local acts are participating in this special fundraising night so for a great night’s entertainment please comes along to Fox’s. The Bailieborough Cancer Fund Committee is now available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information contact: Neil Royal 087 8296164, Edel Fox 086 1004030 or Geraldine Gormley 087 7949448.

Congratulations:
Congratulations to all who made their First Holy Communion in St. Annes on Saturday last. Sincere thanks on behalf of the families and parish to the teachers involved in preparing the children; Paul O’Dowd, Leanne Maguire and Tara Carolan.

Lay Apostle Prayer Group:
There will be a Lay Apostle Prayer Group meeting in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Thursday evening next, May 6th. There will be a Eucharistic Holy Hour at 8.00pm, which includes the Rosary and the Monthly Message. Bring your prayer requests and special intentions. Offer the Holy Hour for someone you love. There will be an opportunity for Confessions before and after Holy Hour. Come yourself and bring a friend.

St. Vincent DePaul:
One day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg on Sunday, May 9th. There are still a few seats available, please contact any member of staff in ‘Vincent’s Shop’, Anne St. Please note that the bus will be leaving from the Community Centre at 7.30am, sharp.

Community Resource House:
Free Pre school Year in Early Childhood Care and Education at Bailieborough Resource House, Drumbannon, Bailieborough. To avail of the scheme in September 2010 your child must be born between 2nd February 2006 and 30th June 2007. Limited places available in the afternoons. For information please call Yvonne or Ann at 042 9666068.

Alzheimer Tea Mornining:
Please support the Alzheimer Tea Morning on this Friday 7th May in the Bailie Hotel from 10.30am to 12.30pm.

Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes:
The Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from May 27th to June 1st and will be led by Bishop Leo O’Reilly. Booking with McGinnity Travel, Cavan on 049 43 31811.

Balmoral Show:
Coach to Balmoral Show on Wednesday May 12th. Leaving Bailieborough at 7.30am from car park, Kingscourt road. To book ring 086 2046841 or 087 2956985.

May—Mary’s Month:
The Rosary will be recited at the ‘Grotto’ on the Virginia Road at 8.00pm, for the month of May and excluding Saturdays. All are invited to come along and participate.

Bailieborough So Good!:
I purchased a property in Bailieborough (A Blow In) approximately 3yrs ago. I spend most of my time working in the oil/gas and construction industry with stays in Bailieborough being of short periods.

Throughout my construction travels, which are vast, I have encountered many different cultures and people, I must say that Bailieborough folk are about the friendliest I have met; everyone has a kind word and a pleasant attitude. I couldn't ask for better neighbours who are always there to help in any way.

It is a pleasure living amongst such nice and amicable people. Bailieborough for the Premier League. Kind regards Tony Oliver.

Social Day Centre:
The next get-together of the Bailieborough Social Day Centre will take place, today, Wednesday, May 5th from 2.30pm to 5.00pm, in the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road. New members are very welcome.

Walking for Pleasure:
This evening, Wednesday, May 5th sees a walk being held in Virginia. Walkers please meet at New Road (off Main St, Virginia) at 7.00pm. For further information please contact, 9665342.

Cruse Bereavement Care:
For those who are finding it hard to cope with the death of a loved one there is a free and confidential service. Trained counsellors are available to meet you privately in Cavan, Bailieborough, Clones, Monaghan, and Carrickmacross. Phone 049 4371363 or 049 4372 999 for an appointment.

Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C.:
The senior side had a fine 1—0 victory over near neighbours Kingscourt at the Vale Grounds on Wednesday evening last, with Gordon Clarke scoring the all-important goal. The side’s last league fixture for this season takes place on Sunday afternoon next, when the side play Chord Celtic away at 2.30pm.

The Club are holding a’ Summer Soccer School’ in conjunction with the F.A.I., from Monday, July 19th to Friday, July 24th at the Vale Grounds. The Camp will be open to Boys and Girls aged 6 to 14 years and further information and application forms can be had by contacting Kieran on 986 341 1187.
For all the clubs fixtures, results, etc…. visit their website www.bailieboroceltic.com

"Weight Watchers”:
Weight Watchers continues each Monday in The Matt Talbot Hall, Kingscourt At 6pm.Class also takes place in The Mill Bar Virginia Tuesdays 6 and 7.15pm and The Hotel Bailie, Thursdays at 6 and 7.15pm. Follow the Discover Plan for an easier, healthier way to lose weight and look great. Details contact Jenny 086 2418361.

East Cavan Hurling:
First Match: East Cavan Gaels Hurling, an amalgamation of Kingscourt, Knockbride, Killinkere, Cuchulainns, Shercock and Bailieborough under 12s, play their very first competitive hurling match this coming Wednesday, May 5th, at 6.30 in Killinkere against another of the new hurling teams, South Cavan (Virginia), an amalgamation of Ramor, Munterconnaught and Maghera. Please show your support for hurling in the area by attending this match if possible.

These children have put in a lot of effort since last July learning the skills of the game and hope to equip themselves appropriately next Wednesday and throughout the league, which runs each Wednesday through May and June culmanating with a finals day at the end of June on the new 3g, pitch in Breffni Park. If you cannot attend then let as many people you know who may be interested about this game. Admission is free and all are welcome.

Do You Like to Draw?:
Cartoons/Movies/Animation Classes starting in Bailieborough Library on Thursday, May 6th running for 8 weeks. Ages 7—10 from 4.00pm to 5.15pm and ages 11 and upwards from 5.15pm to 6.30pm. Contact Shane at 086 220 3658 for further information.

Kettlebells Class:
Kettlebells will help get you fit, burn body fat and redefine the whole body fast!! Saturday morning class starting 8th May on the Community School Pitch; 9.30am-10.15am. Places are limited for phone/email Berenice @ 086-3636206/fit2goclasses@hotmail.com to book your place!!

Primary School Camogie:
Under 8 coaching takes place indoors in the Community School Sports Hall on Saturday mornings from 10.00am to 11am. Under 13 coaching is outdoor from 11.00am to 12 noon, on the School Pitch. New players always welcome.

Fit 2 Go Classes:
Get fit and tone up... Just in time for summer!!! Morning and evening fitness classes in Bailieborough. Classes include; Fab Abs (Intensive tummy toning class), Boxercise (A great stress busting class helping to improve your fitness levels and re-shape the body!), Shape and Tone (Aerobics and body toning class helping you get fit and tone up!) and Kettlebells (Burn body fat fast while re-sculpting your whole body!).

Contact Berenice @ 086-3636206 for further details.

Nevin Maguire Cookery Night:
"Tickets are still available for the Nevin Maguire cookery night being held in the Creighton Hotel on May 12th. Proceeds are in aid of the Gaelscoil Eois, Eanach Cille, and tickets are available by contacting the school on 047 52162. Alternatively, you can get tickets from one of the following: Leona McNaughton, 0872143105, Mark Hughes 0868344766, Brian Carroll 0857117215, Rosemary McCooey 0863507216."

Exciting new Shows and Events:
With the coming of summer, Bailieborough Arts and Cultural Centre @ the Wesleyan chapel will be providing a feast of literary, drama and art events for the people of East Cavan to enjoy and savour.

First up on the Saturday 19th June will be a performance of ‘Out of Canada’ by Canadian actor, Mark Finnan. This entertaining and informative concert tells of the trials and triumphs, hardships and heartbreak, losses and loves of some of the Irish in early Canada, with extracts from Mark Finnan’s Canadian folk plays ‘The Corktown Man’ and the ‘Ballad of D’Arcy McGee.’ Mark will be accompanied by Canadian Traditional musician Glen Caradus who will perform period pieces from the time and modern pieces composed especially for this concert.

At the end of June as the primary schools shut for their summer holidays, Bailieborough Arts and Cultural Centre will once again hold their annual Arts, Crafts, Drama and Dance Summer Camps for boys and girls aged 5-12. Week One runs from Monday 28th June to Friday 2nd July with Week Two commencing on Monday 5th July to Friday 9th July. Classes run from 10am to 2pm daily and the cost per child is €65.

For further information or to book tickets or places, please contact Niamh Smyth on 042-966 66 66 or 087-998 22 22.

Smyth elected Treasurer of Fianna Fáil Councillors National Executive:
Bailieborough Fianna Fáil County Councillor, Niamh Smyth who topped the poll in the June 2009 Local Elections was elected Joint Treasurer of the Fianna Fáil National Councillors Executive in Leinster House last week.
Following the AGM held in Leinster House, which brings together all of the representatives of Fianna Fáil Town and County Councillors from across the state, Cllr. Niamh Smyth ‘It’s a great honour for me and the local Cavan Fianna Fáil organisation.

We have a lot of work to do over the next number of years and I think there is massive role to be played by our local authority members in reinvigorating the Fianna Fáil organisation.’

I am looking forward to using this new role to actively articulate the
concerns of both Fianna Fáil councillors and indeed local residents here in Cavan’, concluded Cllr. Smyth.

Co. Cavan Citizens Information Service:
Citizens Information will host an Outreach Service at the Library, Market Sq, Bailieborough, every Tuesday from 1.30pm-4.30pm.

Cavan Drug Awareness:
‘Do you have worries or concerns about someone in your family using drugs or alcohol? Do you need help or support?’ Call 042 96 66983.

Alcoholics Anonymous:
Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: St. Louis Convent, Carrickmacross—Wednesday and Sunday at 8.30pm, Mercy Convent, Castleblaney—Monday and Wednesday at 8.30pm, Cuan Mhuire, Ballybay—Mondays at 8.30pm and Thursdays at 1.00pm, St. Mary’s Hall, Kingscourt—Thursday at 8.30pm, and the Medical Centre, Fair Green, Cootehill—Monday at 8.30pm.

Samaritans:
Are you feeling isolated, alone, stressed out or depressed? If so, there is always help available by contacting the Samaritans at 1850 60 9090.

Items for Bailieborough Notes:
Any group, individual or organization with items of interest to be included in the Bailieborough notes, please contact Matthew at 042 9666200
or e-mai lmattie42@eircom.net