The Legacy of Paddy Smith – National Statesman
Paddy Smith was one of six children born to Knockbride parents in 1901. At the tender age of 16, the events of Easter week 1916 made a deep impression on this young man’s mind, so much so that by the time the war of independence was in full swing he was a commandant in the Carrickallen Battalion – the youngest commandant in the country at only 19 years old.

In 1921, Smith was tried by Court Martial – where he was found guilty of “treason and levying war” and subsequently sentenced to death. However, negotiations later led to his release and when the Civil war broke out he reported back for active service after a brief respite at his Cavan home.

This founding member of the Fianna Fáil party later became Minister for Agriculture, Minister for local Government and Minister for Social Welfare before his retirement from public life in 1977.

Dr. Martin Mansergh will give a detailed talk on the life and times of Paddy Smith with special guest speakers on the night. Dr Mansergh was educated at Oxford University and wrote his doctoral thesis on late eighteenth century French history. He joined the Department of Foreign Affairs in 1974, moved to the Taoiseach’s department in 1980 and worked closely with leaders of Fianna Fáil as advisor on Northern Ireland. He played a major role in the negotiations that led to the Good Friday agreement. In 2002 he was elected a member of Seanad Éireann.

A tribute night to this important figure in Irish history, Paddy Smith, will be held on Thursday the 13th October @ 8pm in the Wesleyan Chapel Arts & Cultural Centre, Bailieborough and everyone is welcome.

Annual Blessing of Infants and Young Children:
The Annual Blessing of Infants and Young Children will take place in St. Anne’s Church on Sunday, October 16th at 11.30am Mass.

Harvest Thanksgiving:
As we begin the season of Thanksgiving for Harvest, Services of will be held in Trinity Presbyterian Church, Bailieborough on Sunday next, October 9th, in Corglass Presbyterian Church on Sunday, October 16th and Coraneary Presbyterian Church on Sunday, October 23rd. All Services will be at 11.00am and 7.30pm and all are visitors will be very welcome.

Bailieborough Community Council:
Members of the Community Council recently organised an event to acknowledge outstanding achievement locally. Amy Kierans—Gold Medal winner in National Swimming Competition—and Alan Parr—Gold Medal winner in World Apprenticeship Competition—were formally congratulated and received presentations to acknowledge their very special achievements.

At a meeting with local engineer, Mr. Peadar McGuinness, issues of concern were raised including the delay in completing the Pedestrian crossing, the inadequate Town Lighting, the emptying of litter bins and concerns about access on Curkish Lane. The Council is also seeking to advance further development of the Town Car Park.

The next Community Council meeting will take place on Monday next, October 10th, when members will commence discussion on arrangements for the election of a new Council in December.

BAILIEBOROUGH CREDIT UNION:
POSTER COMPETITION Theme is: 'Credit Unions Can Make it Happen' Young local artists up to 18 years of age and over are being invited to submit entries for this year's Credit Union National Poster Competition which has been launched by Bailieborough Credit Union, using the theme 'Credit Unions Can Make it Happen'.
Now in its 22nd year, the competition attracts up to 50,000 entries through 300 credit unions nationwide and caters for all ages, with categories ranging from under 7 to over 18 years of age. There is also a Special Category for those with physical or intellectual disabilities.

Winners, runners-up and merit award winners at national level will be presented with their prizes at a special ceremony in Dublin in early 2006 when the winning posters will be displayed at the prize-giving ceremony.

Bailieborough Credit Union is affiliated to the Irish League of Credit Unions, which represents over 530 credit unions serving some 2.9 million, members with estimated savings of approximately €10.9 billion. All schools in the Common Bond Area have been written to. For further details please contact Credit Union.
Closing date: Friday 4th November 2005.

Bailieborough Social Day Centre:
Get together will take place on Wednesday next, October 12th from 2.30pm to 5.30pm, in the Community Centre. All members please attend and new members are very welcome to come along for chat, music, activities, etc…Anyone requiring transport contact Jim Johnston—Bailieboro Cabs at 086 1075241.

Friends of Lough Derg:
The amount collected at the recent Tea and Toast Morning, held in Mrs. Sue Sheanon’s was €780. Thank you all for your generous support.

Breast Feeding Support Group:
The Breast Feeding Support Group meets on the first and third Tuesday of every month in the Bailieborough Health Centre, Kells Road from 11.00am to 12.30. All breast-feeding mothers, mums and dads to be and babies in arms welcome. An Information Stand will be on display in Bailieborough Library untill tomorrow October 6th for National Breast Feeding Week. For further information please contact the Public Health Nurse at 042 9666089—Monday to Friday, from 9.30am to 11.00am.

The Wildlife Club:
The Wildlife Club re-opens on Friday, October 21st in the Community Resource House in Woodview, from 8.00pm to 9.30pm. The Wildlife club is ideal for Boys and Girls interested in learning more about birds and animals and their habitats. New members aged 11 years or older welcome. For further details please contact, Sinead McBride, Ronan Geraghty or Sean Daly at Bailieborough Garda Station.

Citizens Information Centre:
The County Cavan Citizens Information Service Outreach Services takes place in Bailieborough, every Thursday morning, in the Adult Learning Centre, Anne Street, from 9.30am to 11.00am. Information officers provide a wide range of information and advice on all rights and entitlements.

The Citizen Information Services are a free and confidential service. Everyone welcome. For further details on Freephone: 1800 49 49 49.

All Ireland Junior Karate League Finals:
Good luck to Thomas Brady, Madeline O’Neill and John Tully—members of the Bailieborough Karate Club—who will compete at the All Ireland Junior Karate League Finals in Shannon, Co. Clare on this Saturday, October 8th. The trio qualified for the Finals after winning the Leinster final in September.

Thomas Brady will be competing in 10-year-old bracket, Madeline O’Neill will be competing in the 14-year age bracket and John Tully will be competing in 15-year-old category. These three children will be competing against the qualifiers from the other three provinces and hopes are high that they can bring home ‘Gold’. The club also had several runners-up positions in the Leinster Finals, Jack Walsh, Kevin Brady, Padraic McGovern, Mark Tully and Lauren Doyle.

Safety in Winter:
Now that the dark winter's evening are approaching all walkers be advised "Be Safe" Be Seen" If you are going out walking be responsible and wear a reflector jacket. They are not expensive and could save your life, it is also a consideration to motorists who literally cannot see you if you are not lit up.

The Family Outreach Project:
The Family Outreach Project are organising a ‘Parent’s Plus Programme’. This will be a positive and practical guide to parenting young children aged 0 to 6 years. An eight-week course will commence in the Wesleyan Chapel on Wednesday, October 19th, from 10.00am to 12 noon. For further information please contact, Darina at 087 2906147 or Nora at 087 2787060.

St. Vincent De Paul Society:
The St. Vincent De Paul Society would be most grateful to receive used stamps. Please pop them into an envelope or bag and leave them in ‘Fred’s Fashions’, Anne Street.

Bailieborough Community School Parent’s Association:
The Bailieborough Community School Parents Association is proud to present THE CELTIC TENORS with Deirdre Shannon and special guests Prima Diva, In The Killinkere Leisure Centre, on this Thursday evening 6th October 2005. Also on the night the Bailieborough Community School Choir will be performing. The evening starts at 8.30pm so come on time to secure your seat. Tickets for this event have sold out. This will be an extraordinary occasion and is one not to be missed.

BAILIEBOROUGH GARDENING CLUB:
The Bailieborough Gardening Club's monthly meeting will be held in the Church of Ireland Hall, Lower Main Street on Wednesday 12th October at 8.30pm. We will have Billy Flynn of Irish Wildlife Trust talking to the club about composting. Having heard him speak previously we are guaranteed an enjoyable evening. The meeting will be followed by a raffle and refreshments and everyone is welcome.

LEISURE CENTRE:
AQUAFIT pay as you go classes have commenced in the Leisure Centre. Cost is €7.30. No need to be able to swim, just come along and enjoy this fun exercise class in water.

CLASSES. Classes starting in October. Now taking bookings for the following classes. Places are limited so book early. Gym weight loss class Wed Oct 5th 7.30-8.30pm. Ladies intensive gym class, 2 mornings per week Mon and Wed from Oct 10th. Water weight loss class Tues 8-9pm starting Oct 18th. Phone [042] 9666644 for more details. Coming soon gent’s fitness class on Thursday night, leave your name on the poster in the reception if you are interested in taking part.

Thank you to all the customers who took part in our September charity challenge to raise money for the Irish Heart Foundation and the Diabetes Federation of Ireland. Results will be displayed in the Leisure Centre.

A reminder to parents of children doing swimming lessons, Assessment week is from Monday 3rd October.

Beginners Bridge:
Beginners Bridge Classes take place every Monday night in the Hotel Bailie at 8.00pm. All are welcome to come along and learn this entertaining game.

‘Caring for Carers’ Support Group:
The Monthly meeting of the ‘Caring for Carers’ Support Group will take place in the ‘Bilberry’ Lounge on Monday, October 17th at 8.00pm, sharp. All carers welcome to attend.

Cavan Ploughing Association:
The Cavan Ploughing Association is holding a ‘Welcome Home’ dance in the ‘Hide-Out’, the Vale on this Friday night, October 7th. Music will be provided by ‘Country Pride’ and all are welcome to attend. Subscription is voluntary and all proceeds will go to local Charities.

Bailieborough Library:
Mother and Toddler Group due to take place on Wednesday 12th October will meet on Friday 14th October and also the meeting due to take place on Wednesday 19th October will take place on Friday 21st October. This is to facilitate Children’s Book Festival.

Art classes with Olivia Burns started on Monday October 3rd and will continue for 6 weeks. The classes are fully booked, but it is intended to run a second course before the end of the year. If you are interested please ring 042 9665779. The course is free and is supported by Arts Office Cavan County Council.

Children’s Book Festival will take place this year in Cavan Libraries from Wednesday October 12th to Friday October 21st. The aim of the Festival is to boost children’s awareness of literature and reading. At Bailieborough Library authors Maeve Friel and Vincent McDonnell will read and answer questions and professional storytellers Liz Weir, Toby Kinsella and Niall De Burca will entertain with tales from around the world. Children and teachers from seven local schools will visit the Library during the Festival.

The preliminary round of the inter-branch Library quiz will take place on Wednesday October 26th to choose a team to represent the Library at the final in the Theatre in November. There is a ‘Who Am I?’ and a colouring competition for 5-8 year olds and a crossword competition for 9-12 year olds. In addition there are two major schools competitions taking place for all schools in the county. All prizewinners will be invited to an Awards Night in Council Chambers in Cavan in December. Festival Programmes will be available at the Library next week or ring 042 9665779 for enquiries

Everybody interested in any form of writing will be interested to know that author Noelle Harrison will hold a course in Creative Writing every Thursday evening from this Thursday 6th-27th October at 7pm-8.30pm at the Library. This is a unique opportunity to avail of the advice and guidance of a very successful author.
Noelle Harrison's first novel 'Beatrice' received excellent reviews and her
new novel 'A Small Part Of Me' is to be published this month. Places will be limited and the course is free of charge. Phone 042 9665779 for further
details.

COMPUTER CLASSES:
SAGE Computerised Accounts course starting on Tuesday the 11th of October from 7-9.30pm. Cost: €275. Learn how to use this very popular accounts package in 6 weeks.

A Digital Photo Editing Workshop will be held on Thursday the 13th of October from 6.30-9.30pm. Cost: €40. This workshop is for anybody who wants to learn how pictures are transferred from the digital camera to the computer and how the photographs can be edited, printed and send by email.

ECDL course is now full. Bookings for next course are currently being taken. This course will be starting on Thursday the 3rd of November from 6.30-9.30pm. Cost: €555 (ALL Inclusive).

Only very basic computer skills needed. Courses are run at the BDA Training & Consulting's ICT Centre, Stonewall, Virginia Rd, Bailieborough. For more information call 042 - 96 666 383 or check out our NEW website on www.bailieborough.com/training

Athletics:
Last week was wet and everybody expected a difficult Cross-Country course in Kilnaleck. Amazingly it was in perfect condition even after 2 hours of racing. Bailieboro's ‘Masters’ team were passed fit to walk and brazenly stood at the start of the 3000m race. They ran in tight formation and a tense struggle for 4th place ensued. Their lack of altitude training cost them this coveted position as they finished in 5th, 6th and 7th respectively, legs buckled and defiant gold medal winners in the team event. Congratulations to John Donnellan, Nicholas Comey and Jimmy O'Dowd. The U9 and 11 boys Ryan Meehan, Conor Smith and Colin Comey were in the top 10 and their chances will be better in the next race.

The U13 girls was a different story as the top three runners including Ciara Donnellan 2nd and Aoife Nulty 3rd, ran clear of the field in impressive style. Estelle Sheanon, Helena O’Dowd and Niall Comey (3rd U15) and Daniel Byrne ran very well in their longer events.

Scouts ‘Open Night’:
The Bailieborough Scouts will have an ‘Open Night’ in the Community Centre tonight Wednesday, October 5th at 7.00pm. Any parent who has a child in Beavers, Cubs or Scouts or who wishes to enrol their child must attend. Places in all sections of Scouting are very limited so your attendance on the night is essential.

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.
It was a great weekend for the Senior sides & Brian Gorman in particular. The 2nd’s advanced to the next round of the Reserve Cup with a hard fought 1-0 win away to Torro Utd with Brian scoring the only goal and he repeated the trick the following day when his lone goal, this time for the 1st team again decided the points in their win against Dundalk side Woodview.

The U11’s continued their unbeaten run with a hard fought victory over Navan Town, Michael Argue continuing his scoring form with a hat-trick in a 3-1 win, other notable contributions came from a brilliant goal line clearance from Cillian Leddy and a brave penalty save by Joseph Flanagan.

A depleted 12’s outfit went down heavily 7-1 to Athboy, Owen Brannigan getting the lone consolation, while the U14’s received a walkover from St Kevins who failed to travel.

Well done to Cillian Sheridan who along with his Rep of Ireland teammates have qualified for the Elite stages of the European Championship next spring. Once again Cillian played a vital part scoring Ireland’s first goal in a 2-2 draw with Italy. Coincidentally Ireland’s second goal was scored by Terry Dixon whose mother Marian ( nee Brady ) hails from Drumbannon .Terry is currently on the books of Tottenham Hotspur and is reckoned to be a very exciting prospect. What price a couple of Bailieboro lads heading the Premiership goal scoring charts in the near future !!!!

Bailieboro Shamrocks G.F.C.
Well done to the Seniors who finally got off the mark in the league with a well deserved win over Gowna, let’s hope we have finally turned the corner. Best of luck to our U14’s next Saturday when they take on Championship favourites Kingscourt in the Semi-Finals. A lot of hard work has gone into preparing this team to get to this stage, so let’s hope the lads can repay this faith on the field.

An abundance of the Arts!
The Wesleyan Chapel Arts and Cultural Centre, Bailieborough is now offering classes in the following arts: Learn to relax and find your feet with Yoga and Personal Development. Explore your creative side with our Adult painting course or Art Alive for Kidz. Leaving certificate students determined to get a head start on enrolling for Art College can enrol for our Portfolio Preparation Course. Other tutorials for Leaving and Junior Certificate Students include French, Business Studies, Music, Maths, German and Geography. Other classes for Kidz include Speech and Drama for the 8 years +, Ballet, Hip-Hop for Kidz our Parent and Toddler group. For those of you wanting helpful suggestions in everyday parenting issues, our Parents Plus Course begins in October.

For further details please call Niamh Smyth, Curator @ 042 – 966 66 66 or check out www.wesleyanchapel.com

Childcare Funding:
Mr. Brendan Smith T.D., Minister of State has announced that the Minister of Justice, Equality and Law Reform, Mr. Michael McDowell T.D. has approved further funding for Bailieborough under the Equal Opportunities Childcare Programme. Minister Smith stated that a staffing grant of €31,744 had been approved for Bailieborough Development Association.

Hatha Yoga:
Hatha Yoga classes have commenced in St. Mary’s Hall, Tierworker on Tuesday evenings at 8.30pm. All are welcome to attend.

Starlight Express Modern Line Dancing Club:
The Starlight Express Modern Line Dancing Club has resumed in the Hotel Bailie on every Wednesday night. Beginners are catered for from 8.00pm to 9.00pm, while Intermediate and Advanced takes place from 8.30pm to 11.00pm. All are welcome and new dancers are especially welcome.