On-the-job TV production training with Gréasán na Meán Skillnet

Thu, Oct 04, 2018

Acadamh Ros na Rún is an exciting new training initiative, giving successful applicants a unique opportunity to develop their skills and train in a live set environment on TG4’s longest running drama series.

GMIT offers free course in food innovation and entrepreneurship

Thu, Oct 04, 2018

High profile entrepreneurs to deliver part-time course at the Galway campus

Galway Rural Development offers a wide range of courses in County Galway

Thu, Oct 04, 2018

Galway Rural Development (GRD) still has a number of courses being run throughout the county this autumn.

Cregal Art to host two free demonstrations this October

Thu, Oct 04, 2018

The team welcomes Lesley Price to Cregal Art to host a free card making demonstration on Saturday October 6 from 10am to 4pm. There will be lots of tips and techniques to update your card making skills

Horizon: Zero Dawn - when women shall inherit the Earth

Games Reviews Thu, Oct 04, 2018

THE BEST science fiction, in whatever form it takes, is often less a prediction of the future, than a reflection on contemporary concerns, anxieties, and sometimes hopes. The best sci-fi is always very aware of the moment in which it exists, and few games know their moment better than Horizon: Zero Dawn.

Late Bloomers

Tue, Oct 02, 2018

If I asked you to name shrubs that flower in autumn, I wonder how many you could think of? I’d imagine many of us would struggle as a lot of our favourite garden shrubs tend to flower in spring and summer. Then you have the wonderfully scented winter blooming shrubs, daphnes, witch hazels and lots of other gorgeous things, but we tend to associate the autumn months with fruiting and berrying plants and those whose foliage gives us the spectacular display of gold, scarlet and copper. There are some shrubs that will offer you flower colour at this time of year though and its well worth finding room for one or three in your garden, to keep the flowering season going just that little bit longer. These three will look super alongside bright autumn foliage too. Here are a few to consider:

Keeping warm this winter

Fri, Sep 28, 2018

Unfortunately, it is coming into the time of year where we must start thinking seriously about keeping our home warm for the winter. There is nothing worse than sitting in the cold and it is important we use the most economical fuel available to keep heating costs down over the cold period. The reality is that Ireland unfortunately gets very cold in the winter and fuel is big business.

MERROW AT PÁLÁS OPENS TODAY

Fri, Sep 28, 2018

Friday 28th September sees the opening of Merrow, a new addition to Galway’s thriving dining scene that will further enhance the city’s burgeoning reputation as the unofficial culinary capital of Ireland.

Little miracles in Rwanda

Thu, Sep 27, 2018

In August 1994, as soon as it was considered safe, Dr Dom Colbert, and a medical team of four sister-nurses, Brenda, Fionnuala, Dorothea and Eileen, drove across the Ugandian border into Rwanda. They had no mandate from anyone or any organisation to be there.They were motivated by a deep sense of shame and anger that such an appalling holocaust could have happened.* They had their medical skills, a little money, and an old clapped out pick-up truck.

New Docks Road, c1900

Thu, Sep 27, 2018

This photograph was taken from the far side of the docks c1900 and shows New Docks Road in the distance and Bonham Quay on the right.

Don’t Look Back in Anger.....

Tue, Sep 25, 2018

Now that the Autumn Equinox has passed and it’s absolutely, officially, positively autumn, it’s time to take stock of this summer, or this growing season in the garden, and decide what worked for you and what didn’t. If nothing at all worked and it’s time for a redesign, you know where to find me. (Hint – look at the top of the page). If it was mostly a good year though, and you’re happy with things in general, now’s a good time to plan a few tweaks.

People of the Tribes: Meet Isla.

Fri, Sep 21, 2018

Hello, my name is Isla Mhic Dhonnacha. I was born in Isla Mujeres, Mexico and I am thriving in Connemara. I am a finalist in Miss Bikini Ireland and this is my story.

GRETB Training Centre showcased its range of professional courses at open day

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

The GRETB Training Centre, Mervue Business Park, Galway, held its open day on Wednesday September 5 to showcase the vast range of courses available at the facility. There was a big turn out on the day and the response from the visitors to the centre was very positive.

The open day took place from 10.30am to 3.30pm and gave attendees the chance to learn more about the many training options available in full time, evening, Saturdays, blended learning, apprenticeship, and upskilling options for those in employment. There was a big response to the one-to-one guidance counselling which helped many of the visitors to choose their career options.

Young students excel at Kumon awards

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

Three young students achieved the highest Kumon academic awards as gold medallist English completers at the Kumon Galway City West awards ceremony.

Accountancy course at Western Management Centre

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

The ACCA diploma in accountancy and business course is now starting in the Western Management Centre. Classes take place over two evenings per week from September 2018 to May 2019. In that time, participants can gain an international qualification, plus it offers a pathway into further studies with students having the opportunity to transfer into the ACCA professional route.

Further your career at Galway Community College

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

The further education college in Galway Community College offers QQI Level 5 and 6 courses commencing in September. There are limited places available in sport, business, motor technology, graphic design, and in the performance department. To apply and register, visit www.galwaycc.ie, call into the college, or phone 091 755464.

Cregal Art autumn art classes

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

Cregal Art will host a variety of art classes, workshops, and demonstrations this autumn to cater for both adults and children.

Music lessons in Moycullen

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

Maoin Cheoil na Gaillimhe launched a proposal for a Galway School of Music last year in the hope of generating momentum in the light of the city’s growth as a cultural centre, but also because the spotlight will focus squarely on Galway for 2020, when the city will become the first capital of culture not to have a school of music.

Learn set dancing in Renmore

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

Renmore Set Dancing Classes take place in Lakeview School, Renmore (just up from the g Hotel), every Tuesday night. The classes are a great evening's fun and are good for the body, mind, and soul.

GMIT to host third annual Green Campus open day next week

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

GMIT’s Green Campus committee will host the institute's annual green open day at the Dublin Road (Galway) campus on Monday.

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