Open evening at St Nicholas’ Parochial School

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

St Nicholas’ Parochial primary school will hold an open evening on Wednesday February 13 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. On this evening parents will have an opportunity to take a tour of the school, to meet the teachers and parents, and have a cup of tea and a chat.

Accredited one-year business and executive coach training programme

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

The next Coach Institute of Ireland one-year Business and Executive Coach Training Programme will begin in Galway on Thursday and Friday, April 4 and 5. The programme will be facilitated two full days a month from April to December, with a break for July and August.

Exciting new further education courses at Galway Community College GRETB

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

Galway Community College continues to offer full time further education courses at Level 5 and 6. The GCC tutors are continually developing new courses and modules in line with industry trends in employment and links to higher education. New courses will commence at GCC in September 2019 in business, science, film, trades, sport, and IT.

Payroll 2019 courses in Galway

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

This year has seen some mandatory changes to how payroll is processed. GPA Solutions has scheduled a one day course in Thesaurus payroll on February 25 and a one day course in Collsoft payroll on February 26 in Galway.

Learn to jive in February

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

A new four week total beginner jive course will start next month in a number of venues in Galway city and county.

How to cope with seasonal affective disorder

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is an annually occurring state of low mood and spirits, thought to be triggered by the reduced daylight hours of the colder months. While the mechanism behind SAD is not fully understood, there are several ways we can help ourselves combat SAD.

Open day at the International School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

The International School of Make-up Artistry in Galway has a wide variety of diploma courses to suit all ages and levels. Whether you are just starting out and would like to become a professional make-up artist, or you currently have a qualification in make-up or beauty and would like to enhance your skills, the college has courses designed to suit.

Many graduates are now enjoying freelance careers as make-up artists. There are many great advantages to a freelance career, as you can design your career to suit your lifestyle. Some graduates continue with their full time or part time profession and opt to work part time as a freelance make-up artist, specialising in wedding make-up and special occasions. Others work full time as freelance make-up artists. Others have chosen to work for a cosmetic company. This is a great option also as there is a wide variety of career choices when working for a company, which offers many perks, such as discount on the products, plus opportunities to do make-up for events, such as fashion shows and TV. Every day offers something different for a make-up artist, which is part of the fun when having such a creative career.

Caprice

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

Caprice has been a favourite with Galwegians and accidental passers-by with its great menus since its opening a couple of years back. The first thing you notice about Caprice is that the interior looks like a Pinterest board dream, all calm colours and twinkling lights. It is clear that a great deal of thought has gone into this design. Located at the corner of Church Lane and Market Street, Caprice has added to this area of town. It is a bit off the beaten path, but that doesn't seem to put many people off visiting. A good menu often trumps an out of the way address.

Caribbean dreaming with Cruise Worldwide and Royal Caribbean

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

Do you dream of crystal clear waters, palm trees swaying in the light sea breeze, powder white sand between your toes, and tropical sunshine warming your face? This does not have to be a dream — Caribbean cruises have never been more affordable. Royal Caribbean has some of the best ships in the Caribbean and is offering amazing value for later on this year.

Discover Majorca with TUI from Ireland West Airport Knock

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

Leading tour operator TUI will continue to offer holidays to the Spanish island of Majorca direct from Ireland West Airport for summer 2019.

With a weekly flight every Thursday from June 20 until August 15, holidaymakers throughout the west of Ireland have the opportunity to discover long ribbons of white sand from their local airport. Majorca is home to the popular resorts of Santa Ponsa, Alcudia, and Palma Nova, while also boasting the impressive capital of Palma.

Four star luxury at the Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

The four star Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown, conference centre and gardens, is a luxurious contemporary lively hub, with 155 beautifully appointed bedrooms, very popular with women's groups where shopping or going to the theatre or races is a must. This hotel is easily connected to many of Dublin’s most popular tourist destinations which are right on the doorstep.

Tailored health programmes from Dr Clare

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

Dr Dilis Clare, GP and medical herbalist, has designed six programmes to deal with the main health conditions seen in her Sea Road surgery — sleep problems, digestion issues, stress and adrenals, thyroid and energy, skin problems, health check, and cholesterol.

Droserin cream health benefits

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

Breathing problems and respiratory conditions are notoriously hard to treat but a solution could lie in something as simple as an organic herbal cream, or droserin cream, to be specific. Made from natural ingredients, including thermal water from the Podhajska hot spring, its most important components are Rosa centifolia and the bio-information of Drosera rotundifoli — both have excellent effects on the lungs and skin.

The herbal cream is suitable for helping the energy channels when suffering from asthma, influenza, tonsillitis, cold, sinusitis, cough, heart pain, varicose ulcers, IBS, or constipation. It proves its worth also with recurrent chest infections, bronchitis, and pain in the cervical and middle spine. One of thee droserin components (approximately 50 per cent of volume) is strongly energised water from the Podhajska hot springs. It is tertiary sea water that has beneficial effects on the lungs. Owing to the unique mineral composition its regenerative effect is longer lasting and more profound than the effect of the Dead Sea water. Thanks to this water Droserin contains a high volume of potassium, magnesium, calcium, sodium, sulphur, phosphorus, silicone, boron, lithium, zinc, manganese, and herbs that have a positive effect on the body. The application is speeded up by vitamin E and apple vinegar contained in the cream.

Sleep advice for the over fifties from Better Bedding

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

Many older people experience a change in their sleeping patterns. They differ from the sleep of a younger person in the following ways: The older adult experiences numerous brief arousals in the night, more daytime napping, there is less of a drop in body temperature during sleep, and they prefer earlier bedtimes and earlier wake-up.

Genuine weight loss from System 10 helps you lose two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

There are three keys to a successful weight loss plan – diet, exercise, and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other. Your metabolism is the most powerful of all the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else. In most people this switch is off.

The hottest workout in town

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

National award winning yoga studio, Hot Yoga Galway, was first introduced to Galway in 2005 by Galway native Tracy Dunbar, and to date it still remains the only affiliated, qualified, and certified Bikram hot yoga studio in the west of Ireland. Open seven days a week, this purpose built studio is located on the Tuam Road (opposite the Travelodge Hotel) and offers morning, afternoon, and evening classes.

New out of hours GP service available in Galway

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

A new extended hours GP service has opened its doors in Galway, offering patients access to doctors seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Shape up for the New Year with Ardrahan Laser Lipo

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

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

The Skin Herbalist - FREE SHIPPING FEBRUARY!

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

Patrick Murphy, the Skin Herbalist continues to allow customers to purchase the business' natural herbal and food supplements at the click of a button. The online shop was set up to cope with huge demand from customers outside County Galway. Mr Murphy says; "We had a large demand from people who live outside County Galway. Many of them were phoning the office looking for the natural products and herbs that the business supplies, and sending in cheques and postal orders to pay which was awkward for ourselves and the customer.

Top tips for gardening in 2019

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

It is fair to say that this winter has not been that bad. Yes, it has been cold and wet but we do live in Galway, so rain and wind is par for the course.

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