Gigs to look forward to in 2009

Once the festivities and revelry of Christmas and New Year’s night is over, the country will face into a winter of discontent as the recession truly reveals itself over January.

While economically it will be a time of tightness and little, musically it will be a time of riches and plenty with many first rate acts coming to play the city to provide much needed happiness, entertainment, and stimulation for mind, body, and soul.

Pursue the arts

Dear Galway First,

It is good news that the economies of Galway city and County may be boosted by bringing the International Rally to Galway. (Galway First, December 15)

Cinema Previews

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