14th Annual Bailieborough Mini-Marathon—Sponsored by Northern Sound Radio:
This year will be the 14th staging of the Annual Bailieborough Mini-Marathon—sponsored by Northern Sound Radio—and it will take place on Sunday next, June 13th, commencing at 2.30pm from the Market Square. Why don’t you come along and Walk, Jog or Run for the Charity of your choice or just enjoy a family day out.

The event is open to people of all ages and has proven to be a ‘hit’ year after year. As in previous years, two routes will be available to all participants—a six-mile course and an easier four mile one. Refreshments and awards will be presented in the Community Centre. Entry fee is €5, payable on the day. Facilities of the Leisure Centre will be available free of charge for all participants on the day. For full details, intending participants can contact Mary at 042 9665978 or Yvonne at 042 9666036.

Bailieborough 400th Celebrations - Exhibition and Lecture in Brakey Hall:
The Orange Order in association with the Ancient Order of Hibernians, are hosting a function in Brakey Hall on this Friday, 11th June at 8pm including an exhibition of banners and memorabilia from both traditions, and performances from parade bands.

This historic occasion is something not to be missed. Speakers will give brief talks on both organisations. This is an all inclusive community event and all are most welcome.

Summer Courses:
Computers for Beginners 5th or 7th July, ECDL 6th July, Microsoft Office 7th or 8th July, Kids Summer Camp 26th July 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.

Knock—Annual Kilmore Diocesan Sunday Pilgrimage:
Sunday, June 20th. Bus leaving from the Bailie Hotel at 8.30am. To book please contact: Marie Donoghue, 046 924 2091.

Bailieborough 400th Anniversary:
To celebrate Bailieborough’s 400th anniversary a display of local history projects from the local national schools has been on display in the Bailieborough Library from 3rd June. Projects include: history of the Model School, the Castle and Castle Lake area, Lough An Lae and the Folklore surrounding the area and the Workhouse and it’s history.

This exhibition has been funded by Peace 3 and facilitated by the B.D.A. The exhibition will be open during Library hours and all are most welcome to attend. Contact BDA on 0429694716 for details.

Beauty Care at Home Workshop:
Beauty care workshop with questions & answers section and handout. Bailieborough Business Centre, 4th August, 7-9.30pm, €20. Tel 0429666383.

Bailieborough Social Day Centre:
The Bailieborough Social Day Centre’s ‘Summer Outing’ will take place from July 19th to July 22nd. Contact any committee member or call 087 798 9037 for further details.

Bailieborough Shamrocks Underage: Under 14s win County Final
Well done to the Under 14s who won the Roinn A League final against Ramor United on Thursday evening last. The game which was played in perfect conditions in Kingscourt attracted a large crowd of supporters from both clubs who contributed to a great atmosphere. The players in turn responded and we were treated to a thrilling encounter. Bailieborough won by 3 points after hard fought contest. In his acceptance speech, team captain Harry O’ Neill praised the Ramor team for their contribution to a hard sporting match and thanked mentors Hughie Brady, Philip Dunne, Michael Clarke and Oliver Tierney for their help and encouragement. Great credit also to Kingscourt for the professional manner in which they hosted the game. The team returned to the town amid a sea of red and white to a well-deserved meal in the Hotel Bailie.

Table Quiz:
As the under 14 team now turn their thoughts to the National Feile finals in Derry they will be involved in fundraising to help defray the cost of the event. Next Friday (11th June) the club are holding a Table Quiz in Giles’ Lounge to support the team. The Quiz will commence at 9.30 costing ?40 for a table of four. So come on and support the lads on and enjoy a good evening of crack.

Under 16s:
The Under 16s have qualified fro the semi final of the league and will play table toppers St Finbarr’s on a date to be confirmed.

Under 12s:
The under 12s took part in the final day of their competition on the afternoon of Bank Holiday Monday when the group stages were played off in Kingspan Breffni park.

Girls Football:
Well done to the under 14 girls who are on a good run at the moment and are undefeated in the league. Following a win over Ramor last week they will host Knockbride at home this week.

The under 8 and under 10 girls had a good day out on Saturday when they took part in a blitz in Knockbride – well done to everyone involved.
The under 12 girls having qualified for the Ulster semi final of the community games are training hard and taking part in the league. This week they play Lurgan.

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.

Rambling House:
Rambling House on this Friday, June 11th, 2010. Why not make an effort to attend this great evening, where music, storytelling and generally just having a good night out are all part of the fun! The evening commences at 9.30pm and all are most welcome to attend.

Practical First Aid Course:
A practical first aid course will be run in the Red Cross Office on the Cavan Road on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th of June. In order to complete the course it will be necessary to attend both days. If you would like to enroll for the course please contact 087 2346526. Alternately you can email bailieboroughirishredcross@eircom.net Places are limited so please book early.

Senior citizens are reminded that the annual outing will take place on Wednesday July 7th. Final preparations are being put in place and tickets will be distributed later this month.

Bailieborough Anniversary:
Colm Tobin will give a talk titled ‘The shadow of Bailieborough’ on Henry James in The Church of Ireland on 22nd June and will unveil a commemorative plaque at the ancestral home on Bailieborough Main St. Tel BDA on 0429694716 for details.

Bailieborough Gardening Club:
Bailieborough Gardening Club are holding a ‘Charity Table Quiz’ on Friday, June 25th in Fox’s Lounge at 9.30pm—in aid of the Bailieborough Cancer Fund. Table of 4 and all are welcome for a fun night. The club meet every second Tuesday of each month in Foxes Lounge, Main St. Anybody interested in growing vegetables or flowers are very welcome. Enquiries to Barry 087 6555252.

Dancing for Pleasure:
Dancing is taking place on this Saturday, June 12th 2010 with music from ‘Footsteps’, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, commencing at 10.00pm. Always a good night.

Bailieborough MHA's "Mental Health 400" Essay Project:
The prize giving for the Annual East Cavan Essay Project run by Bailieborough Mental Health Association for the last 10 years, takes place at 7.30pm on Friday 18th June in the Bailie Hotel. In light of the town's anniversary this year's theme was "Mental Health 400 - Mental Health in the Past, Present and Future". The Minister for Mental Health and Disability
John Moloney TD will attend in person to present the prizes. All are most welcome to attend.

One day for Rehab – 17th June 2010:
An afternoon not to be missed! RehabCare Bailieborough is having a Family Fun Day, Barbeque, Cake Sale, Children’s entertainment and live Music. Derek Smith is shaving his beard in aid of the Centre. Exhibition by Betty Denning. The official opening of our relaxation room – not to be missed.
Tickets for the Barbeque is Six euro - available in the RehabCare centre or by phoning 0429675819. Please come along and support

Rain, Hail or Shine the event will be a great day as it will be all under Marquee and in the RehabCare Centre, Bailieborough Business Centre—just off the Shercock Rd.

BAILIEBOROUGH AGRICULTURAL SHOW.:
As our contribution to Bailieborough's 400th Celebrations, we are mounting an Exhibition of Bailieborough's Industrial Past, particularly with a farming connection. With this in mind, we are appealing for items from any of the following;

Roger's Foundry, Henry Street - Sherriff's Sawmills - Corrie's Ironworks - the late Roy White, Cornanaff - the late John Robert Fleming, Dunena - the late Cewell Jones, Corraneary.

Contact Alan on 042 - 9665413 or 086 - 2046841 or any member of Committee.

Library:
Bailieborough Library Summer Dance & Theatre at the Library, Market Sq. on Monday July 26th to Friday, July 30th for children aged 9-12 years. Modern dance, theatre games, physical theatre. Booking essential at 042 9665779. €20 per child for week.

Innovative Fundraising Event:
RehabCare Bailieborough is about to embark on an innovative and dynamic fundraising event. Betty Denning had devoted her time and skills to produce a picture depicting the fashion worn in the Victorian era. Peter Stolks, Fundraising Manger Rehab, described the picture as an incredible work of art put together with immaculate precession.

This is a once of time original exclusive to this award-winning designer and is well worth viewing. The picture will be on display at the auction room of Peter Murtagh, Main Street, Bailieboro from Friday the 11th June. It will be also auctioned at the Virginia Fair day at approximately 3.30pm by local auctioneer, Eugene O’Dwyer.

On the 17th June at the Rehabcare Centre, Betty has kindly offered to exhibit some of award winning memorable pieces. It will be the first time she had exhibited her art in the Bailieboro area.

Fundraising Kettlebell Class:
Outdoor class this Saturday at 9.30am on the Community School Pitch with all proceeds going towards the big event; 'Conquering The Garden of Ireland'- Cycling from Bailieborough to Glendalough and back again! Please call/text Berenice to confirm a place @ 086-3636206.

East Cavan Hurling:
Our under 12s performed very well in the recent finals blitz in Breffni Park 3g. They picked up some valuable tips from the Ulster Council coaches who were there on the night. Under 8, 10 and 12 blitz this Wednesday, 9th June, in Killinkere versus South Cavan and Drumgoon.

New players welcome. Training every Wednesday at 7 for everyone. Adult team coming soon, contact Francis Clarke 0868551933 or Willie Gaughan 0861649280. Juvenile contact Kathryn O' Flynn 0872441371 or eastcavanhurling@gmail.com Check out our Facebook page- East Cavan Hurling.

Walking for Pleasure:
On Wednesday, June 9th, the walk will be in the Billis area. Bailieborough walkers please meet at the Market Square at 6.45pm. On Wednesday, June 16th the walk will take place from Laytown to Balbriggan. Bailieborough walkers please meet at the Market Square at 6.00pm. For more details on any of the walks, please contact 042 9665342.

Alcoholics Anonymous:
Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.

'Out of Canada' comes to Bailieborough, June 19th 2010:
As part of its summer events programme, Bailieborough Arts and Cultural Centre will host a performance of ‘Out of Canada’ by Canadian actor, Mark Finnan on Saturday June 19th.

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. Book Early and avoid disappointment – Demand for places is very high!

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.

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

Royle Fitness Classes:
Ladies Fit Ball Classes in Bailieborough on Wednesday the 9th of June at 6pm. Course lasts four weeks, so why not get in shape this summer, tone up and get great abs. To enrol just text or contact Dave on 0857859289.
Taebo class also starting in Bailieborough Friday 18th of June at 6pm, so why not increase your Cardio, get in shape this summer. Contact Dave on 0857859289
Ladies Fit Ball Classes starting in GYM ON RI KINGSCOURT, Course lasts four weeks so why not get in shape this summer tone up and get great abs. To enrol just text or contact Dave on 0429698792.

Bailieborough Athletic Club:
Bailieboro Athletic Club would like past and present members to look at home for club items e.g. batons, singlets etc and pass on to any member of the committee or drop down on Thursday between 7.30 and 8.30. Thanking you in advance.

Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C.:
The Club AGM will take place in The Bailie Hotel on this Friday evening, 11th June at 8.30 pm. All are most welcome to attend.

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

Bailieborough Women’s Group:
The group has now finished for the Summer and are ending with a five day trip to Killarney. A donation of €250 each has been given to Foroige and Scouts for their activities with children. The group are also working on a Garden project—creating a Garden to celebrate Bailieborough 400. The Group will complete this project when they return in September when everyone will be able to come and visit it. Happy holidays to all.

Summer Fitness Classes:
Morning and Evening fitness classes to get you into great shape this summer!! Classes include; Fab Abs, Boxercise, Shape and Tone, Kettlebells and Fat Burner. Contact Berenice at 086-3636206 / fit2goclasses@hotmail.com for further details.

Bailieborough Cancer Fund:
The Bailieborough Cancer Fund Committee is 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.

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.
Bikini Body blitz. The next weeklong intensive set of classes to tone the body starts on June 14th. Places limited, so book early.
Now taking bookings for Celines Fitness Class starting Wednesday 16th June at 8.15, plus Linda’s fitness class starting on Monday June 28th at 8.15.

Attention all students – Discounted rates on 3 months membership. Keep the boredom away from as little as €49.95 for 3 months.

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.

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-mail mattie42@eircom.net