Tips for getting your child to sleep at night

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

A good night’s sleep is critical for your child’s growth, memory, and cognitive development. Sleep problems can cause your child to become hyper, irritable, forgetful, and to have extremes in behaviour. Children are happier and healthier when they get sufficient, quality, sleep. Making it a habit now is not just a good idea — your child’s ability to reach his/her full potential may depend on it.

Lose up to two stone before Christmas party season

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, System 10 can transform your weight loss, energy, sleep, health and much more. A good metabolism is the foundation of everything you are. A good metabolism gets you burning more fat every hour, 24 hours a day. Nothing can beat it for results. It is your weight loss master switch.

Let your genes personalise your healthcare

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

In recent years it has become clear that our genetic make-up has a strong influence on body weight and how we respond to different foods and forms of exercise. With scientific advances, we are now able to use the information in our DNA to predict which diets, lifestyle choices, and exercise work best for each individual person.

Premier Wardrobes; a name you can trust

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

It is well known that wardrobes play a crucial role in keeping our valuables, particularly our clothes and shoes, organised. But they also enhance the overall look of the entire room, so it is important that when installing a wardrobe it should complement the room's décor. So when it comes to having a wardrobe custom made we want a name we can trust to provide us with the best of quality and style.

Insulate for winter with new improved grant

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

Galway company West Coast Insulation is advising homeowners to take advantage of the increased Government grants and insulate before the cooler months set in.

GRETB Training Centre apprenticeship information days

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

Are you considering an apprenticeship as a career? As part of EU Vocational Skills Week, which aims to promote the value of vocational education and training, the GRETB Training Centre is hosting information days on October 15 and 16.

ESRI’s John Fitzgerald to speak at GMIT

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

Professor John Fitzgerald, adjunct professor in economics at Trinity College Dublin and former research professor at the Economic and Social Research Institute, will deliver his annual lecture on 'The Irish economy and policy challenges' to GMIT business students in GMIT’s Galway campus on Tuesday October 15 at 12 noon. The lecture will take place in Room 99, and members of the public are welcome to attend.

Professor Fitzgerald is currently a member of the Commission of the Central Bank of Ireland and of the Independent Expert Panel established in 2014 by the Department of Communications, Energy, and Natural Resources. He has been a research affiliate at the ESRI since November 2014 and prior to that was a research professor at the ESRI and programme co-ordinator of the Macroeconomics Research Area.

GTI launches SLÁINTE programme to promote student wellbeing

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

We are all aware of the value of time and investing time into what really matters. At Galway Technical Institute (GTI) further education college, every student is valued and that is why the SLÁINTE programme was launched this week, by past pupil of GTI and now Mayor of Galway Mike Cubbard.

Making the most of fifth year

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

A lot of students in fifth year have a tendency to put work on the back burner, deciding that they will worry about it in sixth year. However, because you have more time than a sixth year student to do in-depth revision, the work you do this year can sometimes have more of an effect than what do you do in Leaving Cert, and will certainly lay the groundwork for great success in the Leaving Cert exams. Here are some tips to make the most of the year.

NUI Galway launches new online network for overseas Irish language learners

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

Gaeltacht.net, a new research project launched at NUI Galway this week, provides a social network for Irish learners living overseas to help them make contact with fellow learners and to develop their language skills.

An arts degree — is it worth it?

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

A common question from students this time of year is, “What exactly is an arts degree? Otherwise known as humanities education, this is a broad qualification offering a wide range of two-subject combinations to degree level. Bachelor of arts degrees are diverse and encompass a wide interest area, including English, history, geography, psychology, law, music, computers, and languages. Humanities students could also have BAs in media, business, economics, maths, and politics. In addition to academic study, students acquire transferable skills in critical thinking, problem solving, communications, digital expertise, and creative solutions to problems.

Be bowled over by incredible sights on your Dubai holiday

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

Picture the world’s tallest skyscraper, the Burj Khalifa, soaring into the sky, or the sail shaped Burj Al Arab, set against gleaming Jumeirah Beach. Explore the man-made Palm Islands, stretching theatrically into the Persian Gulf, or the glitzy shopping malls, dripping with luxury. Admire shimmering jewels in the Gold Souk, breathe the smell of cinnamon in the Spice Souk, or haggle for silks in the Textile Souk, fitting in an abra ride across Dubai Creek.

Sundays on Sandy Road

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

The Maldron Hotel on Sandy Road is a modern building on the the fringes of the city, a landmark with its glazed exterior and its location opposite The Menlo Park Hotel in an area not lacking in hotels. The glass front points you towards the Headford Road, and inside, the high-vaulted reception space combines international airport chic and modern design which has been nicely updated since opening over a decade ago. Set back from the busy road that encircles the city, it also has the advantage of being just minutes from the centre of town with free underground parking. The grey and gold decor runs throughout and recent improvements keep the look low key and elegant.

Fáilte Ireland launches Taste of Place training programme for chefs

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

Renowned chef Jess Murphy has teamed up with Fáilte Ireland to call on chefs across the country to participate in a Taste of Place training programme.

A taste of the Wild Atlantic Way at The Claddagh Restaurant

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

For those who love adventurous cooking experiences, it is time to mark Saturday October 19 in the diary as Michelin star chef Dammika Sarath hosts along with head chef, Ravi, a two-hour tasting experience in The Claddagh Restaurant from 7pm.

Papa'z Bistro - Food Review with Ann Maire Carroll.

Wed, Oct 09, 2019

Middle Street would have been considered for many years a culinary no-go zone. In fact it was safe to say that the best thing about it as far as food was concerned, aside from the late lamented Da Tang Noodle House, was the short cut into the back door of the King's Head.

We’re all drinking plastic. Here’s how to stop.

Wed, Oct 09, 2019

Like most things that are destroying this tiny planet we call home, plastic started out as a miracle material.

Healthy Eating Cooking Demonstration with QVC Chef Malcolm Harradine at Anthony Ryans Homestore this Friday and Saturday.

Tue, Oct 08, 2019

QVC Celebrity Chef, Malcolm Harradine will be at Anthony Ryans Homestore cooking up a storm this Friday and Saturday from 10am - 4pm.

Scents of an Ending

Tue, Oct 08, 2019

If asked to name some autumn scented plants could you do it? It might be trickier than you think, as the scents we associate with autumn usually tend towards the woodsmoke / damp leaves / spiced pumpkin variety, no? Actually I suspect spiced pumpkin has more to do with Starbucks than with autumn, in this part of the world anyway, thanks to the cult status of the PSL in recent times. (For those aged 21 and over that’s the Pumpkin Spiced Latte, obviously).

People of the Tribes: Meet Mal.

Tue, Oct 08, 2019

Like many people I came to Galway for a weekend and forgot to leave. Music and craic is what kept me here. The Blue Notes choir is full of both. What started out with a text has blossomed into a community of 35 beautiful melodic voices under the tuition of the wonderful Tracy Bruen. Check out the video on their page to see how much they mean to The Blue Note and to each other.

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