Irish language recommendations for young readers in Galway this Seachtain na Gaeilge

Thu, Mar 06, 2025

The reading guide is a collaboration between Foras na Gaeilge and Children’s Books Ireland, with the support of Love Leabhar Gaeilge and featured titles range from boardbooks to picturebooks, non-fiction, poetry collections, comics, middle-grade fiction, all the way up to young adult fiction. Copies are available for free to families in 91 participating bookshops and 36 libraries nationwide, including:

Start your career in horticulture with Galway training provider

Thu, Mar 06, 2025

National Learning Network in Galway supports people to make successful transitions, whatever their stage in life. NLN can help with transition from school to the adult environment, with access to vocational training, support with getting a job, recovery and wellness, improving people’s health, enhancing quality of life and achieving successful inclusion in the community.

The turf market

Thu, Mar 06, 2025

James Hardiman, in his history of Galway lists the fuels available in Galway long ago as coal, turf and bog deal. Bog deal was mostly the roots of trees that had been grown over by the bog over the centuries. It was regarded as a nuisance by the turf cutter who likes nice clean lines as he used his sleán. The turf men usually threw this timber up on top of the bog. It gave out a lot of sparkle, like a mini firework, while it burned in the grate.

Train at home or online with Alan Quin – fitness on your terms

Thu, Mar 06, 2025

Local fitness and lifestyle coach Alan Quin has created a programme designed for busy individuals who prefer to exercise in private or outside of a conventional gym setting.

Changing systems for healthier lives

Thu, Mar 06, 2025

Specialists in the Obesity Service, Galway University Hospitals (GUH) are raising awareness of obesity and their campaign calls upon everyone to be a part of positive change needed to deal with obesity.

Suits you

Thu, Mar 06, 2025

With top Irish and international brands like Benetti, Magee, Meyer and Bruhl, Joe Greene Menswear is the perfect destination for every occasion. From smart casual dressing to more formal events all areas are covered.

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.

TY students dive into marine science at the Marine Institute

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

The Marine Institute is currently hosting its annual transition year training week.

Primary school students across Ireland begin their Incredible Edibles journey

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Incredible Edibles, Agri Aware’s flagship primary school healthy eating programme, has begun in primary schools across Ireland this week.

University of Galway to host Engineers Week family fun day this weekend

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

University of Galway is inviting aspiring engineers of all ages to a free full-day family event to celebrate engineering across Ireland with hands-on activities, exciting shows, documentaries and inspiring workshops.

Experience the anti-aging power of bakuchiol

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Redefining night time skincare, Ella & Jo’s award-winning Relax and Renew Night Cream is a luxurious, results-driven formula enriched with bakuchiol – a ground-breaking natural alternative to retinol.

Is double cleansing really necessary?

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

The key to glowing, healthy skin? It all starts with a thorough cleanse. Yon-Ka Paris highlights why double cleansing is the skincare step you should not skip—ensuring your skin is perfectly prepped to absorb the full benefits of serums and moisturisers.

Book now for great savings on escorted tours

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Fahy Travel have seen great interest in Italy, long haul and river cruising since being appointed as official agent for The Travel Department. And the team are excited to announce that the company has now launched its Save on March and April Departures initiative.

Enjoy the ultimate fakeaway with a homemade spice bag

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

This spice bag recipe from Siúcra is the perfect fakeaway to share with friends and family on weekends.

Explore your career possibilities at GCC’s Open Day 2025

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Galway Community of Further Education College (GCC) is gearing up for an exciting Open Day event on March 4, 2025 at their campus, located in Wellpark, Galway City. The college will open its doors to prospective students, offering a unique opportunity to explore the campus, meet teachers and coordinators,, and learn about the diverse range of courses and programs available.

Explore your career possibilities at GCC’s Open Day 2025

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Galway Community College of Further Education (GCC) is gearing up for an exciting Open Day event on March 4, at their campus in Wellpark, Galway. The college will open its doors to prospective students, offering an opportunity to explore the campus, meet teachers and coordinators, and learn about the diverse range of courses and programmes available.

Altar boys in the Abbey

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

An altar boy is a lay assistant to a member of the clergy during a Christian liturgy.

University of Galway announces partnership with Galway Science & Technology Festival

Thu, Feb 20, 2025

University of Galway has announced a new partnership as lead academic partner with Galway Science & Technology Festival, formalising and building on a successful and established collaboration which goes back 15 years.

GTI open day Tuesday March 4th, 2025

Thu, Feb 20, 2025

Galway Technical Institute has announced that its annual open day will take place on Tuesday, March 4 from 9am to 4pm, providing an opportunity for all prospective learners to view the facilities, speak with staff and students and have any queries addressed on the day.

GTI is a long established and highly regarded provider of further education and training courses. We now live at a time when planning for the future poses greater challenges than ever. People today must be ready to face many career shifts over their working lives. Galway Technical Institute is dedicated to developing in its students the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for an ever complex and ever-changing society. In this highly digitised society, transversal skills have never been more important, and GTI is all about learning together. The team aim to provide the launch pad for learners to enter the workplace, start an apprenticeship or progress to further and higher education.

The Galway & Corrib Anglers' Association, the early years

Thu, Feb 20, 2025

On February 6, 1898, Colonel O’Hara from Lenaboy Castle and Henry Hodgson from Currerevagh, Oughterard came together to found The Corrib Fisheries Association for the further improvement of trout fishing on the Corrib. They teamed up with the Board of Conservators of the Galway District to promote proper angling on the Corrib. In 1907, they managed to convince the Department of Agriculture to build a trout hatchery on the Owenriff River in Oughterard. It worked very well for a number of years but eventually fell into decline and closed down in 1924.

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