People of The Tribes: Meet Paul

Fri, Apr 06, 2018

Hi, I'm Paul McGuigan. I'm originally from Cavan but have been living in Galway for the past 12 years. My family used to come here on holidays when I was small and I always felt this town had a dreamlike quality-there's magic in these streets. I originally came to Galway to study art and design in GMIT. Like the song, I lost my heart to a Galway girl and have been here ever since.

Luxury escorted tours with Insight Vacations and Fahy Travel Worldchoice

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Fahy Travel has teamed up with Insight Vacations, which provides premium escorted journeys that embody ‘the art of touring in style’. Insight Vacations introduces you to Europe, the eastern Mediterranean, and North America, with destinations expertly brought to life by renowned tour directors. With Insight Vacations, enjoy a variety of smaller-group touring styles guaranteed to suit your preferences and fulfil your travel dreams.

GRETB Training Centre welcomes Lorraine Higgins, CEO of Retail Excellence

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

From left: Eithne Nic Dhonnchadha (director of further education and training), Ken Farragher (area manager), Lorraine Higgins (CEO of Retail Excellence Ireland), and Carmel Conlon (assistant manager) pictured at GRETB Training Centre.

Drawing and painting classes at GTI

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Have fun this spring, explore your creativity, and get back to drawing and painting with a group of like-minded people at Galway Technical Institute.

Classes will begin on Monday April 9, Tuesday April 10, and Wednesday April 11 from 7pm to 9.30pm at GTI, and will run for eight weeks. Monday evenings will be dedicated to fine art drawing techniques for absolute beginners and improvers.

Choosing the perfect veil.

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

The best piece of advice when choosing your wedding veil may seem obvious but must be remembered – first choose your gown, then choose your accessories to complement it. Remember that it is the design of the headpiece and veil that transform a beautiful dress into a stunning bridal gown. All your accessories should most definitely not drown you, but complement and enhance your wedding dress and you as the bride.

Loughrea’s ‘Greatest Loser’ is a winner

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

A super slimmer is proving to be a winner at the losing game after shedding five stone 1lb and being named Slimming World Loughrea's ‘Greatest Loser’ 2018.

Choosing a bed that is right for you

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Many of us will suffer a bout of back pain at some point, and if you are one of the unlucky ones, you will find that the state of your bed will quickly become a priority.

Dr Bhatti’s gut health and restoration clinic

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Dr Bhatti runs a complementary clinic specialising in gut health and restoration. He has been practising natural gut health restoration for more than 25 years with excellent results.

Poor gut health can affect you physically as well as mentally and can lead to many illnesses.

Holistic therapists’ day in Tullamore

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Due to popular demand, Hazel Devine is holding a special mind, body, and spirit holistic therapists' day in the Tullamore Court Hotel on Sunday, April 8, from 11am to 6pm.

Hazel Devine says she has a rare gift, a special ability to read people’s physical, emotional, and mental health. She works with all types of people and all ages, including children and babies.

Six stone lighter, new Weight Watchers coach to open class in Moycullen

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Valerie Leahy, a busy, working mum-of-two, celebrated her 50th birthday last year over six stone lighter, thanks to Weight Watchers. She lost 85lb in only 11 months, going down five clothes sizes, and reversing two serious health conditions in the process (largely due to weight loss benefits).

Saint Anthony’s College

Thu, Apr 05, 2018

The Franciscans first came to Galway in 1296 and founded the Abbey. In 1483, a school of advanced theology was instituted there. When the Cromwellians invaded the city, the friars were expelled. In 1657, the friary was destroyed and the church was turned into a courthouse — the present courthouse stands on the same site. In 1660, a new church was erected on the present site of the Abbey. There were 13 friars there in 1766, and eight years later a novitiate was opened here. The present friary was built or rebuilt in 1820, and the present church opened c1836. It was renovated in the 1970s and became the first Franciscan parish in 1971.

The business of hair at Yourells Hair Group, Ten Years on

Tue, Apr 03, 2018

Ten years of doing the business of hair, Yourells Hair Group now with three locations in Galway on Eyre Street, in Moycullen and in Oranmore are really only getting started!

Climbing plants for boundaries

Tue, Apr 03, 2018

As we talked about garden boundary options last week, you might like to hear about some climbing plants that can be used to good effect around the perimeters of the garden. A word of warning first though – when I’m called in to design garden plans, clients often assume that planting climbers is a good way to disguise an unattractive boundary. It can work, but you have to be careful, as you could end up drawing attention to the very feature you’re anxious to conceal.

People of The Tribes: Meet Tiago

Tue, Apr 03, 2018

Hi, My name is Tiago and I'm originally from Portugal. I moved over here 6 years ago and have never looked back. Galway is now my home! When you first move to a different country you have a preconceived idea of how hard life will be adapting to a new place but Galway has proved me wrong! This great city with its very accepting & friendly people have made all the challenges I faced over the last 6 years much more enjoyable and rewarding. After working in a few hotels in Galway, I am now managing McGettigans on Eyre Square. The hospitality industry has given me the opportunity to work with people from all walks of life and through this, I have made lifelong friends! Gaillimh Abú!

Upskill with a QQI bookkeeping and payroll award

Thu, Mar 29, 2018

GPA Solutions has announced its spring schedule of business courses in Galway.

Easter revision courses at Galway/Mayo Mathematics Academy

Thu, Mar 29, 2018

Galway/Mayo Mathematics Academy (GMMA) is running Easter maths revision courses in preparation for Leaving Cert examinations in 2018.

Broaden your business horizons with a course in Chinese language and culture

Thu, Mar 29, 2018

With trade between Ireland and China approaching €10 billion per year, this is an exceptionally good time to investigate the opportunities that exist for Irish companies to do business in the emerging Chinese markets.

Twenty years of teaching natural therapies

Thu, Mar 29, 2018

This year marks the 20th anniversary of CNM (College of Naturopathic Medicine) being established in Ireland. Today, CNM is Ireland and the UK’s leading training provider in a range of natural therapies. CNM diploma courses range from nutrition, to herbal medicine, acupuncture, natural chef, and more.

School of Rock returns with weekly sessions

Thu, Mar 29, 2018

Galway’s acclaimed School of Rock will be hosting new weekly sessions, starting next month.

These sessions will include tuition in vocals, guitar/bass, and percussion, and a jam.

Where will your career in make-up artistry take you?

Thu, Mar 29, 2018

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 if you currently have a qualification in make-up or beauty and you would like to enhance your skills, the school has courses designed to suit.

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