Charles Lindberg lands in Paris - heralds new era of air travel

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Week IV
If Capt J Alcock and Lieut AW Brown were shy public speakers almost to the point of being self-deprecating about their extraordinary achievement of flying the Atlantic in, what we would consider to be, a primitive machine, the next to fly the Atlantic was the polar opposite.

If Capt J Alcock and Lieut AW Brown were shy public speakers almost to the point of being self-deprecating about their extraordinary achievement of flying the Atlantic in, what we would consider to be, a primitive machine, the next to fly the Atlantic was the polar opposite.

GMIT medscience student wins top prize in national science competition

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Students from the BSc (hons) in medical science in GMIT have won the top national prize for the second year in a row at the biannual LabCon2019 conference, co-hosted by the Academy of Clinical Science and Laboratory Medicine (ACSLM) and the Medical Laboratory Scientists Association (MLSA).

Learn the art of beauty make-up and the intricacies of prosthetics with the School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

The International School of Make-up Artistry has been in business for more than 30 years, specialising in make-up artistry. The school's trainers are all highly skilled with many years' experience in the industry and are eager to share their knowledge with the students.

The school offers a variety of courses to suit all ages and levels. Whether you want to upskill and add to your existing qualifications in beauty therapy or make-up artistry, or you are starting from the beginning, the school can offer suitable courses for all levels.

‘I ate myself healthy again with CNM and wrote a book’

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

My new book Super Nutrition is my life’s work; it outlines the ways I have used nutrition and my passion for food to improve and heal my body and mind.

New casual dining menu at Massimo

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

One of Galway’s most beloved bars, Massimo, located at 10 William Street West in Galway’s West End, recently launched a new menu as part of a special collaboration with Galway based catering and events company, The Works.

Celebrate with cake from Builín Balsta Café & Bakery

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Builín Blasta Café & Bakery has introduced its new cake menu. Homemade and hand decorated, these modern cakes are perfect for all occasions including birthdays, christenings, family reunions, and baby showers. Serving anywhere from 10 to 40 people per cake, these cakes are perfect for parties big and small and range in price from €25 to €80.

Splendid summer lamb sensations

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

By Mark Gallagher
Lamb is great any time, but at this time of the year it is fantastic.

Lamb is great any time, but at this time of the year it is fantastic.

Red Bean at The Clayton Hotel Galway

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

The Clayton Hotel has plenty of strings to its bow. You can enjoy a swim in the 20 metre swimming pool which has an all-around depth of 1.2 metres, popular with families who are residents of the hotel. A range of swimming classes, aqua aerobics classes, group swimming classes, and one-to-one swimming lessons for both adults and children are available throughout the year. The leisure centre at Clayton Hotel Galway is also home to baby swim classes by Waterbabies Galway.

Beat the bulge

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Are you getting married, have an occasion coming up, or just need a bit of help with the battle of the bulge? Ardrahan Laser Lipo may have the answer.

Look after your mental health with Miriam Lynch bio-energy therapy

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Mental health is key to being healthy in today’s world. While nutrition and exercise are vital for our mental health, but we also need to look at our electrical energy system. Feeling down and depressed means there is a blockage somewhere in the body’s energy system.

The power of metabolic weight loss

Thu, Jul 04, 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.

The Respa adjustable electric bed

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

The Respa adjustable electric bed is part of Respa’s luxury collection of electric adjustable beds and mattresses.

Galway Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lisieux

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Joe Walsh Tours, one of Ireland’s leading travel operators specialising in pilgrimages since 1961, is working alongside the Diocese of Galway to deliver a very special pilgrimage this autumn. It is organising a tailor-made, six-night tour of Lisieux and Paris, departing from Dublin on September 27.

Make memories that last a lifetime with a summer staycation at the Johnstown Estate

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Treat you and your family to a sensational summer break with a two-night midweek stay at the Johnstown Estate in Enfield, Co Meath, including full Irish breakfast. Choose from elegant spacious family rooms or a luxury self-catering lodge located on the grounds. Enjoy a delicious two course dinner with coffee on an evening of your choice in the vibrant setting of The Coach House Bar.

The Johnstown Estate has something for everyone. Little guests can enjoy fun in the sun at the summer kids club, play in the outdoor playground, explore the magical woodland fairy trail, or make a splash in the pool.

One of Galway’s most beloved bars, Massimo launches brand new menu!

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

One of Galway’s most beloved bars, Massimo, located at 10 William Street West in Galway’s West End, recently launched a brand new menu as part of a special collaboration with Galway based catering and events company, The Works. Aiming to continue to provide the people of Galway with high quality, casual dining options, the new menu features exciting dishes such as The Massimo Beef Burger served on a brioche bun with chipotle mayo, maple bacon, Irish Cheddar & fries, Karaage Chicken with sriracha mayo and house pickles as well as a variety of pizzas including ‘The Works’ topped with mushrooms, bacon, mozzarella, garlic, marscapone and tomato which customers can enjoy while catching up with friends over a beer or watching sports on one of their eight large screen TVs.

Treat yourself at Francis' Soap Shop

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Francis' Soap Shop offers dermocosmetics for all skin types, Oriental beauty elixirs, cleansing gels, firming salts from the Dead Sea, and bath milk.

A little sage advice….

Tue, Jul 02, 2019

Looking for some fabulous colour in the garden this summer? Then here’s a little sage advice – get hold of some salvias to bring the bling into your summer borders.

HAY FEVER AND MICRO-IMMUNOTHERAPY (A NEW AND NATURAL APPROACH)

Tue, Jul 02, 2019

Hay fever (acute seasonal allergic rhinitis) is the most common type of allergy. Symptoms include itchy red eyes also known as allergic conjunctivitis, watery discharge from the nose and eyes, sneezing, fatigue, headache and nervous irritability. It can mimic the symptoms of common cold and affects 30% of the population worldwide. Post nasal drip of mucus can lead to a cough, and nose bleed in severe cases. Tree and grass pollen is the usual cause of hay fever in spring and summer-time but perennial allergic rhinitis can be caused by some or all of the following: animal hair, dust, feathers, fungus, spores and moulds the symptoms of which can stay with you in any part of the year. Some of us are born to be allergic from birth it occurs in both males and females and anywhere in the world, hay fever is not contagious.

Race Week at The Galmont

Tue, Jul 02, 2019

And they’re off..! Highly anticipated, much loved and always great craic, yes it’s almost time for the 2019 Galway Races! The stakes are high and as always, The Galmont Hotel & Spa is the hub of all the excitement. You can bet that this year will be no exception, with the #GalmontGirlSquad hosted by Irish influencer Ciara O' Doherty and a superb Race Week line-up to look forward to including legendary rock band, Aslan, our headline act for the Galway Races 2019. Be part of the most exciting social event of the summer calendar.

Power struggles - The human struggle for power

Mon, Jul 01, 2019

Being able to let go of power struggles is a liberating and self-compassionate act. The anguish, pain, torment and turmoil that these struggles cause over months or even years is inexplicable. Often, the attachment may be too strong or the issues appear too important to walk away from. Ending the tug of war may take a lot of work.

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