What's on in Cavan
History book launch
WHERE: Belturbet Heritage Railway Station
WHEN: Friday, November 5, 7pm
WHAT: Dr Brendan Scott on the launch of his new book “Dr Henry Jones’ Account of the 1641 Rising. Plantation and War in County Cavan”
Centenary Commemoration
WHERE: West Knockbride
WHEN: Friday, November 5
WHAT: A Centenary Commemoration for the late Paddy Smith TD will take place at 2.30pm in West Knockbride.
Graveside Oration by An Taoiseach Mr Micheal Martin. Everyone welcome. Public health guidelines apply at this event and we recommend social distancing and facial coverings as appropriate.
Table Quiz
WHERE: Maudabawn
WHEN: Friday November 5
WHAT: Maudabawn Macra are hosting a table quiz in aid of SOSAD Ireland in Gallonray House. First question at 9:30pm and €20 entry for a table of 4. All support greatly appreciated
Book launch
WHERE: Crover House Hotel, Mountnugent
WHEN: Friday, November 5, 7.30pm
WHAT: Fermanagh man Bernard O'Connor launches his book recalling his ordeal of being tortured for four days by the RUC. He made history by becoming the first person to successfully sue the RUC. Everyone welcome
CD Release
WHERE: Shercock
WHEN: Saturday, November 6
WHAT: Charlotte Smith, 13 year old daughter of Eamonn and Michelle, is releasing a CD in The Drop Inn, Killann at 9pm on Saturday next. Ellen Tinnelly will also perform. All proceeds are in aid of Shercock Killann Cancer Support and the local branch of Palliative Care.
Championship Final
WHERE: Kingspan Breffni Park
WHEN: Sunday, November 7
WHAT: Ramor and Gowna compete for the St Oliver Pliunkett Cup. Throw-in 3pm.
Charity Bedpush
WHERE: Shercock to Bailieborough
WHEN: Sunday, November 7
WHAT: A Charity 'Bedpush' from Shercock to Bailieborough from 11am-2pm in aid of Sosad/ Grubs Up—Homeless Services. If you would like to donate to this event, please go to GO FUND ME: No Bread, No Bed, No Time to Sleep. Sponsorship cards are available from Tesco, Bailieborough and the Lemon Tree.
‘Lakes of Cavan’
WHERE: Cavan County Museum, Ballyjamesduff
WHEN: Runs until November 26
WHAT: ‘Lakes of Cavan’ photography exhibition by Hu O’Reilly continues at the Eden Gallery. This brilliant exhibition has 365 images of Cavan lakes, one for every day of the year. These images are also presented in an accompanying book, which is on sale in the museum’s craft shop. This fantastic exhibition runs until November 26. Opening Hours – Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Belturbet Zero Waste
WHERE: Belturbet Railway station
WHEN: Monday, November 8 11am
WHAT: Michael O’Gorman gives a presentation to Belturbet Zero Waste on novel infrared heating systems as an option for retrofitting homes. This is the system currently in operation in the Railway Museum Buildings, so an ideal opportunity to evaluate on site. All welcome