Healthy breakfast options

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

The team at Evergreen Healthfoods are constantly being asked for healthy, nutritious, and tasty breakfast ideas. Here is one of their favourites — homemade muesli topped with vegan yoghurt.

Homemade vegan yogurt

Escorted tour information afternoon in Fahy Travel Worldchoice

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

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.

Teenage Stage now enrolling for international summer school

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

Teenage Stage International Summer School, the advanced theatrical holiday for 11 to 19-year-olds, has announced four Ireland and UK student locations for summer 2017.

Gain an internationally recognised qualification in make-up artistry

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

The International School of Make-up Artistry has been in business for more than 25 years, specialising in make-up artistry courses, from beginners to advanced levels, and is constantly updating with cosmetic products and fashion trends. The college offers a variety of full time and part time options.

The course covers all areas of beauty make-up, including, day, evening, bridal, different age groups, fashion/trend, special effects make-up, and much more. The diploma course at the School of Make-up Artistry also includes a module on make-up for professional photo shoots. Qualifications from this course are recognised in Ireland, UK, Australia, Bahrain, Channel Islands, China, Cyprus, Kenya, Malta, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, South Africa, USA, and Zimbabwe.

Open day at renowned Dingle boarding school

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

Coláiste Íde an t-aon Mheán Scoil Chónaithe lán-Ghaelach 7 lá in Éirinn. Lonnaithe i gCiarraí, in eastáit stairiúil le hais Bhá an Daingin, cuireann Coláiste Íde sár chaighdeán iar-bhunoideachais ar fáil dos na daltaí a fhreastalaíonn air.

Tá fócas láidir ag an gColáiste ar fhorbairt phearsanta na ndaltaí agus cinntítear go sroicheann gach dalta buaic a gcumas i dtimpeallacht a spreagann féinmhuinín, neamhspleáchas agus féinmheas. Tugann daltaí Choláiste Íde aghaidh ar an saol mar dhaoine neamhspleách, muiníneach, sár oilte agus ullamh lena n-áit a ghlacadh sa sochaí.

NUI Galway science initiatives awarded €250,000 for public engagement and education

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

Four NUI Galway public engagement and education initiatives have been awarded funding of more than €250,000 through the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme.

Seven in ten find medtech work after completing this course

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

Ireland's growing medtech industry is creating exciting new opportunities for jobseekers. With more than 29,000 people already working in this sector, Ireland is the highest medtech employer, per capita, in Europe. However many medtech companies are finding it difficult to find suitably qualified quality engineers. The Government funded Irish Medtech Springboard Certificate in Quality Engineering can give you the skills you need to cross over into newer realms of engineering in this thriving sector.

Merlin Park - An epilogue

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

Merlin Park House was a large late Georgian pile surrounded by trees, but built on a sufficient height that it enjoyed views of Galway Bay. It was originally built in the early 19th century by the influential Blake family, who were renowned for throwing wild parties and hunting with the hounds.

The Church of St James, Barna

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

The first church in the Barna area that we know of was a small stone building with a thatched roof on the right of the road down to Silver Strand, just opposite the entrance to Tobar Éanna. You can still see some of the remains there. It was in use until December 1839. On June 4, 200 adults were confirmed by Bishop Browne there.

Further your education at Galway Community College PLC open day 2017

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

Galway Community College (GCC) has been serving the educational needs of the people of Galway since 1969 and is situated close to the city centre at Moneenageisha junction. GCC continues to offer a broad range of Level 5 and 6 QQI courses in a variety of disciplines. The courses provided are designed to offer the best in education and training for school leavers and for people wishing to enhance their professional development or to change their career.

The Pain and Powerlessness of Resistance!

Wed, Mar 01, 2017

Resistance is not accepting, rebelling against or fighting back. This can be seen in all areas of life. It is wanting things to be, as I believe they should be. It is believing that I know best as to how my life, and the lives of others, should be (played out). It a form of God complex, some would say! Non – resistance on the other hand , is the absolute and complete acceptance of life as it is and as it unfolds. It is submitting to life.

St Nicholas’ Parochial School and MADRA join paws for fundraising event/open day on Pancake Tuesday

Mon, Feb 27, 2017

St Nicholas’ Parochial Primary School is a co-educational, multi-denominational, child-centred, school with a long tradition of serving the youth of Galway. It is centrally located in Woodquay (beside The Town Hall Theatre) and due to this central location, the pupils have the opportunity to attend many different educational events held in The Town Hall Theatre, Dubray Book Shop, The Black Box, Galway City Museum, Galway City Library, and many other interesting locations.

The school has a low pupil teacher ratio, large spacious classrooms, and high tech IT facilities. The school aims to create a safe and secure learning environment where children feel valued and happy. Children are offered support and opportunities to develop life skills that will help them to engage with further education and personal development throughout their lives.

Time to get the chimney cleaned.

Fri, Feb 24, 2017

Now that winter is officially over, supposedly, it’s time to get down to brass tacks and tackle some of those necessary jobs around the house. One of the most important, and occasionally over looked tasks, is getting the chimney cleaned. Typically it isn’t a job homeowners would want to take on themselves which means hiring the professionals is a necessity. So with that in mind here are three simple tips on what to look out for when hiring a chimney cleaner.

Builin Blasta - A treat for the senses..

Fri, Feb 24, 2017

Builin Blasta has all the best ingredients for a great meal experience. Based in the Ceardlann Craft village across from Spiddal Beach in Connemara the cafe serves up wholesome, tasty comfort food in a relaxed and friendly way. The café is inspired by its seaside landscape, by the kitchen garden that grows herbs, edible flowers and berries for its summer menu and by the famous Irish welcome that Canadian born (but Irish at heart) chef/owner Heather Flaherty has grown to know and love.

Party ideas for 8-12 year olds (Tweens)

Fri, Feb 24, 2017

Are you looking for inspiring party ideas for your tween? This age can be tricky as some children still want the whole class to attend and others simply want a few of their close friends. And they nearly all want different parties from those their friends have had! Be inspired with our Party Ideas for 8-12 Year Olds (Tweens).

Top tips for happy car journeys with children

Fri, Feb 24, 2017

With the mid-term break in full swing many families will strike out for day trips with the kids, some may venture even further afield. But let’s face it car journeys with the kids can be a bit of an endurance test. From the ‘are we nearly there yet?” to the multiple toilet breaks and requests for food, you can be left feeling overwhelmed. As a mum of two, who has travelled the country and taken the kids abroad by car, I have some Top Tips For Happy Car Journeys with Kids to make the trip a positive experience.

Easy pancake recipes and tasty topping ideas

Fri, Feb 24, 2017

Pancake Tuesday happens this year on February 28. There are a million and one ways to make pancakes from the fluffy American style pancakes that require a thick batter to thin French style crepes made using a runny batter.

The key to stylish dressing....

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

 Are you a stylish dresser? Do you put effort into your appearance and rarely leave the house without making sure you are perfectly co-ordinated? Are you often complimented on the way you look?

Mother’s Day at Clayton Hotel Galway

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

There is just one day a year when we have the opportunity to universally acknowledge our mothers. This year it is Sunday March 26 – Mother’s Day.

Incredible Edibles – empowering children to make healthy food choices

Thu, Feb 23, 2017

Agri Aware, the independent agri-food educational body, has launched its annual Incredible Edibles initiative – which teaches primary level students how to grow and cook their own seasonal Irish fruit, vegetables, and herbs. Primary school teachers can avail of this free resource by logging on to www.incredibledibles.ie and registering by Friday February 24.

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