Milano on Middle Street

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

It is easy to see why many parents of young children avoid restaurants and prefer to eat at home. The thrown food will hit only members of the immediate family, and few things match the embarrassment of a meltdown in a restaurant. But sometimes it’s necessary, and even fun, to eat out. Many parents want to dine out in a way that doesn’t involve plastic trays or eating leftover cocktail sausages while watching over your child in a pool of multi-coloured balls. It is important to choose a child-friendly restaurant, preferably one casual and loud enough to absorb any noise your little darlings might make. Years ago, before Dominos had come to town and Papa Johns was not even invented, there were only two options for pizza, for two different stages of your life. Monroe’s in Dominick Street was our preference for a slice before children, a great pre– or post–pub spot. In Galway, when you first have a baby, the traditional starting point is Milano on Middle Street.

Ditch the Brand

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

Have you ever had a birthday coming up and been asked by your significant other, parents or children what you would like as a gift? Have you ever felt like you should get the latest handbag, watch or boot made by the designer of the moment (hello Mr Kors), not because you absolutely adored the design, but because you felt it was the “in” thing? Of course you have.

Considering your CAO 2017 application, courses, and costs

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

By now the majority of students have been given their own copy of the CAO Handbook 2017. This, along with the CAO website www.cao.ie, is a vital source of information, application procedures, and important dates. Keep it nearby at all times.

Learning the art of awareness

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

What is awareness? This is such a simple question and yet no one can give an answer.

Begin your career in the beauty industry with the International School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

The International School of Make-up Artistry is currently taking enrolments for its full time and part time courses. For those who currently hold an ITEC qualification, the teacher training part time course may be of interest.

Free training in computer networking

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

GRETB in conjunction with PFH Technology Group is running the Cisco CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) qualification.

QQI Level five and six payroll awards

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

GPA Solutions is delivering its successful QQI Level 5 and 6 payroll awards this autumn. These awards will give learners a working knowledge of the Irish payroll system and provide a valuable qualification to add to one's CV.

Large number of posts in European institutes

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

The European Union recently ended the derogation it had granted Ireland providing an adequate number of trained translators in the Irish language to take up posts in European institutes. The union has now announced that it will fill up to 150 posts in the near future so that the required translation of all documents in the Irish language is made available.

Coeliac awareness event in Tuam next week

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

The Coeliac Society of Ireland, in association with SuperValu, will hold an in-store event in Tuam next week as part of a nationwide series of events on coeliac disease and gluten-free living.

Participants can look forward to samples of gluten-free products, advice from The Coeliac Society, tips on understanding food labels, and an opportunity to speak with a dietician.

Learn to swim, an essential life saving skill

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

Everyone is capable of learning to swim. The team at Braemor SC have successfully taught the very young to the more senior age groups to swim.

The power of emotion

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

Emotions are not just feelings. They are powerful, high-energy, biological and psychological events.

Emotions impact your mind and every cell in your body. When emotions are suppressed or too intense, they are often dangerous and can even kill you (as an example, a heart attack brought on by rage).

The Galway Observer

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

Fifty years ago this weekend, on October 1 1966 to be precise, the last issue of the Galway Observer newspaper was published. It was founded in 1881, published on a Thursday (which was a half day in Galway) and circulated extensively in the city and county. In 1905 it declared itself as the “official advertising medium for the following public bodies – The Galway County Council, The Galway Town Council, Galway Rural District Council and Board of Guardians, Loughrea Rural District Council and Board of Guardians, Gort Rural District Council and Board of Guardians, Clifden Rural District Council and Board of Guardians, Galway Harbour Board, etc, etc.

Racing the Union’s blockade of Confederate ports

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

The American Civil War (1861-1865) offered rich pickings to qualified seamen and shipowners looking for quick profits. The Union blockade of southern ports was beginning to have an effect on Confederate trade. But any ship which steamed safely through the blockade could command high prices for its cargo. On the homeward journey, if you were lucky, large profits could be made on a cargo of cotton which was in big demand in Britain.

Corrib Travel top 10 winter destinations

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

If you are planning some winter sun holidays, the advice from Corrib Travel is as always to book as soon as possible.

The Show Ain’t Over – Last Blast of the Perennials!

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

As the Autumn Equinox approaches, it’s time to stock up on firewood and pull out the woolly blankets and snuggly cushions, as the evenings draw in and we get ready for cosy nights catching up on those Booker- nominated novels (or binging on Netflix – whatever’s your thing....) There’s still lots to enjoy outside though, and I’m still hoping we’ll get some of those golden autumn days when time seems to stand still. If you have a fire pit or chiminea and are lucky enough to have a sheltered garden, it’s not too late to enjoy some time outside, even as the autumn chill creeps in.

Galway University Hospitals launches Ireland’s first dementia awareness programme

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

Galway University Hospitals and Saolta University Health Care Group, in collaboration with the founder of the Butterfly Scheme, Barbara Hodkinson, officially launched the Butterfly Scheme in Galway University Hospitals last week.

Planting Bulbs for Spring Scent-sation!

Fri, Sep 23, 2016

At the time of writing it looks as though the much hoped for Indian Summer is not going to put in an appearance this September, and instead of the golden, sunny afternoons a damp, browny-green sogginess is the order of the day. If there’s one thing gardeners have lots of though, it’s hope, and it’s already time to think about next spring and what we might have to look forward to.

Juicy Lucy brings ‘no added anything’ juices to the market

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

For many, this time of year means a new start. Many people make plans for an October and November light on wine and carbs and heavy on kale, ginger, and cucumber to look their best for the party season. A large number of people turn to juices because they feel bloated and sluggish, dependent on caffeine and junk food cravings; there are many options for home-made juices and smoothies and myriad books and gizmos to aid you in the quest for perfection,

Taking stock

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

As summer draws to a close, now is a good time to look around your garden, taking note of what worked and what didn’t, and planning for the rest of the year and indeed the year ahead. As everyone with school-going children knows, the rain soaked Irish summer tends to give way in September to calm, sunny weather just as the new term starts.

An Apple a Day

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

If there is one kind of tree most of my clients ask for, it’s an apple tree. If you’re lucky enough to have the space for an orchard, there are many magical ways to incorporate such a wonderful feature, but even much smaller gardens can accommodate a fruit tree or two with careful planning.

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