Learn Spanish with the Spanish Institute

Thu, Sep 04, 2025

The autumn term 2025 at the Spanish Institute is just around the corner. A variety of courses are starting the week of September 22 for adults of all levels, from beginner to advanced. The new schedule of courses is available on the institute’s website www.spanishinstitute.ie.

The Spanish Institute, which has been running for the last 10 years and has become the centre of the Spanish language and Hispanic culture in Galway, is located in the Bridge Mills, in the heart of Galway city.

Lecture on the university and the Great War

Thu, Sep 04, 2025

The experience of Galway university students and graduates in the First World War (1914-18) is the subject of the inaugural lecture in the winter series hosted by the Galway Archaeological and Historical Society. The speaker is Ronan McGreevy, and the lecture will be held in the Harbour Hotel at 8pm on Monday, September 8.

Group bodhrán classes

Thu, Sep 04, 2025

Everybody has rhythm, and there is no better time than now to take up a new challenge and learn a new instrument. If you have always wanted to play music but don’t know where to start, or you are already playing but don’t know how to take your playing to the next level, now is the time. The hugely popular Mr Bodhrán adult group beginner courses are registering now and starting very soon in the city centre at a school venue with very easy and free parking. Simply park at the door and go in and play.

Qualify as an office administrator in one year

Thu, Sep 04, 2025

Galway Community College Office Administrator Course is an extremely popular course due to its continued success rate, as 90 per cent of its graduates obtain full-time and part-time employment within six months of graduating. The remainder of the students progress to higher education courses in ATU and University of Galway, and to apprenticeship programmes.

With a strong focus on employability and hands-on experience, this course offers a valuable stepping stone into careers across various sectors including healthcare, legal practices, medical practices, hospitality and public service. It is a full time course qualifying with an Office Administration Award QQI Level 5, where you obtain the following skillsets: proficient in the usage of software packages such as MS Office Suite; Olympus Audio Transcription; 50 wpm typing speed; produce legal, medical and general documents in a range of commonly used business layouts and styles.

Helping children cope with grief

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

Many children will sadly, early in their lives, face the devastation and heartbreak caused by the death of a loved one. The “Growing Up in Ireland” study revealed that 2.2 per cent of nine-year-olds have lost a parent, one per cent, a sibling, and 28 per cent have experienced the death of a grandparent. Previous reports suggest that 30 per cent of adolescents have had at least one sudden loss in their lifetime.

Final reminder for National Brown Bread Baking Championship

Thu, Jul 24, 2025

Ready, set, bake - the deadline for entries to the National Brown Bread Making Competition is 11am tomorrow (Friday).

From clinic to click: ShoesForKids.ie celebrates 20 years in Claregalway

Thu, Jul 03, 2025

What began 20 years ago as Foot Health Podiatry in Claregalway has grown into something extraordinary: Shoes for Kids, a family-run business trusted by parents and supported by podiatrists who truly understand growing feet.

Spread 'pawsitivity' this Father's Day while supporting the ISPCA

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

The ISPCA has launched its one-of-a-kind “Paws for Dad Jokes” campaign to celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday, June 15, offering a celebration of all the cheesy, groan-worthy, heartwarming dad jokes.

The importance of Father’s Day

Thu, Jun 12, 2025

Father’s Day is an occasion that holds great significance in recognising and appreciating the role of fathers and father figures in our lives. It is a day dedicated to honouring and celebrating the contributions, sacrifices, love, and guidance that fathers provide to their children and families.

Hands-on activities at University of Galway’s Youth Academy

Thu, May 15, 2025

The University of Galway Youth Academy is launching a series of week-long summer courses for primary and secondary school students in July 2025. The courses offer a unique opportunity for learners to explore their passions, develop new skills, and experience university life with like-minded young people.

Men's Aid - supporting male victims of domestic abuse

Mon, Apr 28, 2025

Men’s Aid is Ireland’s national dedicated domestic abuse support service for men, their children and families experiencing domestic violence, including coercive control.

Talking to children about the death of a loved one

Thu, Mar 13, 2025

"Why did Mammy die?" or "Can Granny still see us?". These may be some of the questions that children ask after a loved one has passed away.

Helping children cope with grief

Thu, Mar 06, 2025

Imagine you are six-years-old. You live in a happy home with your parents and younger sister. The days pass in a blur of fun, laughter, and childish playfulness.

Helping your child with play therapy

Thu, Feb 13, 2025

Play therapy is a gentle intervention that utilises the power of play that allows children to resolve emotional and behavioural difficulties. Often children don’t feel comfortable communicating how they feel using words, but they mostly always feel comfortable expressing how they feel through play, as “play is their language and toys are their words.” Just like adults attend therapy to talk out their problems, children attend therapy and use the space to play out their feelings and release their anxieties.

Children under the influence

Thu, Jan 09, 2025

You are relaxing at home with a glass of wine in one hand and the remote control in the other. Your 15-year-old daughter has one eye on her phone and the other one on your brimming glass of Sauvignon Blanc. "Can I try that, mum?" she asks. You say "No" half-heartedly and then give in. Sure, there's no harm in having a sip, you tell yourself, at least she is having her first drink in the safe confines of her home under your watchful gaze.

Children under the influence

Wed, Jan 08, 2025

You are relaxing at home with a glass of wine in one hand and the remote control in the other. Your 15-year-old daughter has one eye on her phone and the other one on your brimming glass of Sauvignon Blanc. "Can I try that, mum?" she asks. You say "No" half-heartedly and then give in. Sure, there's no harm in having a sip, you tell yourself, at least she is having her first drink in the safe confines of her home under your watchful gaze.

An easy guide to your dream Caribbean cruise from JWT Cruises

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Planning a dream Caribbean cruise? Caroline O’Toole, head of cruises and luxury holidays at JWT Travel, shares her top tips.

Locally made gifts galore at Umbrella Le Chéile Artisan Market this weekend

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Shopping local couldn’t be easier this Christmas with the wonderful Umbrella Le Chéile Artisan Market, taking place this Sunday, November 17, from 11am to 5pm at the Galway Rowing Club. Situated right on the River Corrib in Woodquay, this fabulous indoor venue will hold host to an array of handcrafted products by artists, designers and producers from the west of Ireland.

A group run by traders, for traders, Umbrella Le Chéile’s focus is helping to support and promote local products that are handmade, environmentally friendly and sustainable. From fine art to handbags, gorgeous festive gifts to photography, there’s something for everyone, and maybe a little something for yourself!

Fahy travel to introduce new tours

Thu, Oct 24, 2024

Fahy travel, in association with Sunway Holidays will be offering a new range of special interest tours designed to cater to a large array of passions and interests.

Eileen Penrose from Sunway joined Fahy Travel in a special presentation to the Knocknacarra Women’s Social Club recently to launch their programme in Galway.

Wildlife and biodiversity wonders in Ballyhoura

Thu, Oct 24, 2024

In recent years, biodiversity has emerged as a vital theme in rural tourism, and the Ballyhoura region is no exception. But what does biodiversity really mean? It refers to the variety of living organisms, from plants and animals to ecosystems like woodlands, wetlands and grasslands. It is essential for keeping the natural world in balance and provides us with important services such as clean air, water and healthy soils.

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