Believe it and achieve it this spring
Thu, Apr 22, 2010
With so much emphasis on the importance of regular physical activity these days, we are more aware of the benefits of exercise than we have ever been. The Kingfisher Club can assist you in making exercise not only purse friendly, with membership starting from as little as €9 per week, it has also introduced a special welcome pack worth some €200 that will help kickstart your fitness regime. The fitness starter pack is available to the first 50 new members that sign up during April to avail of free classes and personal training, so no more excuses!
Read more ...Must have handbags for spring
Thu, Apr 22, 2010
This spring there are certainly plenty of handbags to pick from whether they are sleek, sexy, cute, or casual. Check out these must haves for this spring.
Read more ...Salsa Slims shape up for summer
Thu, Apr 22, 2010
Stepping Out has just announced the course dates for its shape up for summer programme, which is available at a recession busting price of €100.
“I‘m delighted to be able to launch the course at such a good saving for people,” Stepping Out founder Sharon Tinkler said at the launch of the programme. “Everyone has money on their minds at the moment so we are trying to make the course as affordable for as many people as possible.
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Free landscape design at Coole Gardening Complex
Thu, Apr 22, 2010
If you are thinking about how to make the best of your outdoor space around the house this spring, then think about a trip to Tobermore Paving and Walling and Coole Gardening Complex, Gort.
Read more ...Save on heating costs with Solar Home Ireland
Thu, Apr 22, 2010
With home heating oil having increased 30 per cent in the last six months and a further eight per cent expected over the comings weeks with the new carbon tax, there has never been a better time to consider installing solar panels on your home. A system, if properly specified, will generate 65 per cent of your home’s domestic hot water requirements free from the sun.
Read more ...Modern Homes and Building exhibition celebrates twenty one years
Thu, Apr 22, 2010
The 21st Galway Modern Homes & Building Exhibition was a great success last weekend. A large crowd attended the event over the three days at Leisureland, Salthill, which was an ideal venue to host the 21st anniversary celebration for Modern Homes & Building Exhibitions.
Read more ...Congratulations to McGrath’s butchers, Mervue
Thu, Apr 22, 2010
Late last year McGrath butchers in Plunkett Avenue, Mervue was destroyed by fire and as it was near Christmas they knuckled down to get it refurbished and ready for the big Christmas trade, a good plan you might say. However all the good work was destroyed when another fire broke out and gutted the shop once more.
Read more ...Bella Roma — a welcome addition to Galway’s dining options
Thu, Apr 22, 2010
Co-owned by Rome native Sandro Perna and the familiar Richy Gorman, Bella Roma presents Italian cuisine in grand style with a great atmosphere and warm presence.
The menu boasts a wide selection of regional Italian cuisine with rustic accents under the direction of chef Giulio Delfino.
Read more ...Living with the effects of Thalidomide
Thu, Apr 15, 2010
Every day is a challenge for thalidomide survivor Maggie Woods. From when she wakes up until she lays her head down at night she must deal with situations that most of us take for granted.
“A day doesn’t go by without I being aware of my disability,” says the mother of two grown up sons who was born with short arms and is 3’ 8” in height. “Every day is a challenge from opening doors to going to the bathroom. I have to do nearly everything differently. My body is the size of a child’s. I have learned to open doors, turn keys and lift a saucepan of spuds with my teeth. I pull floor to ceiling curtains in the same way.
Read more ...Living with the effects of Thalidomide
Thu, Apr 15, 2010
Every day is a challenge for thalidomide survivor Maggie Woods. From when she wakes up until she lays her head down at night she must deal with situations that most of us take for granted.
Read more ...Fighting for justice
Thu, Apr 15, 2010
Maggie Woods, who is the chairperson of the Irish Thalidomide Association, says the “thalidomide catastrophe” was not inevitable.
“Early warning signs of the tragic effect of this wholly untested drug were ignored. And, even after it was known that it caused birth defects the Irish Government delayed for several months in withdrawing it.”
Read more ...Hot shoes to wear this season
Thu, Apr 15, 2010
If you are looking forward to updating your shoe collection this spring, here are some styles to look out for.
Read more ...Ytsara expert day at the Spa, Courtyard by Marriott
Thu, Apr 15, 2010
Does your skin need a boost? Do you need to unwind from day to day tensions? Why not take a break and book in for a body recharge or a facial refresh with Ytsara, the organic and natural Thai spa line.
Read more ...Promoting food allergy awareness at Evergreen
Thu, Apr 15, 2010
The number of diagnosed food allergies in this country is continuing to grow. Whether you are being told to stay off gluten, wheat, dairy, or eggs, the world of restrictive diets can be a confusing one.
Read more ...Tips for yellows
Thu, Apr 15, 2010
Yellow is one of the best colours in interior design and also one of the most delicate as it is a primary colour. The right shade of yellow brings cheer to dreary rooms. Some bright yellows, however, cause people pain in interior design.
Read more ...Blush professional make-up courses
Thu, Apr 15, 2010
The average girl has to guess by trial and error what works for her — until now. Create celebrity make-up looks with Ireland's leading teacher, who will teach you and your friends how to look like a star.
Blush make-up boutique offers courses for beauty industry professionals as well as for those who wish to pick up tricks of the trade. This course gives you a chance to gain a comprehensive understanding of what is involved in this field. It will help you develop confidence and give you a wealth of knowledge and experience to explore your potential. It provides invaluable insights into the latest looks and advice on how to get started as a make-up artist. This course alone is not sufficient training for you to work as a make-up professional, but it will teach you highly useful, practical skills to give you an idea on whether this is a career you want to take further.
Read more ...Do you want to win a handful of fantastic family prizes?
Thu, Apr 15, 2010
Just email a photograph of you enjoying some time with your family and you could win a super family prize thanks to FamilyTime and the Galway Advertiser.
Whether it's walking the Prom, playing in a park, or out enjoying a nature walk, send in your favourite photograph of your family enjoying some of the activities available in Galway. The sender of the best picture will win a Pentax digital camera, a year's membership of Atlantaquaria, a €100 voucher to The Twelve hotel in Bearna, a family membership for 2010 to Brigit's Garden in Roscahill, and a €100 voucher to City Limits family entertainment centre in Oranmore. You might even be lucky enough to have your picture published in this year's edition of FamilyTime, a guide to Galway.
Read more ...Fine food in the city centre
Thu, Apr 15, 2010
For a place that I had not heard many reports about I was surprised to see Sam Baileys full of customers at about 11.30 one morning, happily munching away on some very tasty looking morsels.
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