Fahy Travel to host coffee morning for Galway Simon Community

Thu, Dec 05, 2019

Fahy Travel, Bridge Street, Galway, will host a Christmas coffee morning in aid of Galway Simon Community tomorrow, Friday, from 9.30am to 12 noon. All are welcome to join the team at Fahy Travel to have a chat and a cuppa while supporting a very worthy local cause, especially at this time of the year.

For a festive shopping or theatre break, check into the Carlton

Thu, Dec 05, 2019

For those of you contemplating a pre-Christmas shopping or theatre break in the capital, the four-star Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown is for you — This luxurious contemporary lively hub, with 155 beautifully appointed bedrooms, is very popular with ladies groups where shopping or going to the theatre is a must. This hotel is easily connected to many of Dublin’s most popular tourist destinations which are right on the doorstep.

It is a shopper’s haven — located in close proximity to renowned Blanchardstown Shopping Centre and retail parks, Liffey Valley shopping centre, the National Aquatic Centre Waterpark and of course Fairyhouse Racecourse is just a short trot away.

CHRONIC SINUSITIS LINKED TO DEPRESSION

Wed, Dec 04, 2019

As many as one quarter of people with chronic sinusitis were affected with depression.

The Western All-Stars, 1963

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

After the war, there was a bit of a building boom of dance halls around the country. Radio had introduced popular music to the general public and more and more people wanted to move to the music, so dance bands began to form. Some of those in Galway were Des Fretwells’ Band, Maxie Dooley’s Musicmakers, The Bill Keaveney Orchestra, and Gerry Cahill’s Dance Band. They played the popular music of the day, were mostly seated on stage and reading the music from stands in front of them. Then along came Bill Haley and rock and roll and everything changed. The showbands had arrived. Music stands were forgotten, musicians played standing up and literally began to move with the times.

‘One of the greatest, truest spirits alive’.

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

In what must be the ultimate irony in the compelling story of Ted Hughes and Sylvia Plath, and their brief, but significant visit to Connemara in September 1962, it was Hughes who returned to find solace and peace there. Sylvia had planned to return that autumn, instead she found, what she thought was a refuge in the former home of WB Yeats in London, and despite the onset of severe depression, remained there to write her best poems. It would probably have saved her life if she had taken up the rented cottage she had paid a deposit for, between Cleggan and Moyard. Instead in London she battled against a bitter cold winter, ‘flu, frozen pipes, and minding her two small children while writing furiously most of the night.

GRETB apprentice represents Ireland at the World Skills Competition

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The National Skills Competition was held in the RDS in Dublin in March of this year as part of the Ireland Skills live event. This was a showcase of more than 20 varied skills in a competitive setting, the winners in each event having the opportunity to represent Ireland at the World Skills Olympics in Russia.

Calasanctius College marks World Philosophy Day

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

World Philosophy Day was introduced in 2002 by the UN. Since then, it has taken place on the third Thursday of November annually. The initiative allows for reflection on societal issues. According to UNESCO, by celebrating World Philosophy Day each year, we underline the enduring value of philosophy for the development of human thought, for each culture and for each individual.

How to learn from experience

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Have you often wondered how one person is able to learn from experience while another is not?

How to cope with maths anxiety

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

A common problem for school-going children is getting to grips with mathematics. If students start to feel they are falling behind it is not too long before this can turn into a snowballing problem that becomes maths anxiety.

Christmas at Caprice

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Caprice has been a favourite with Galwegians and visitors 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 does not seem to put many people off visiting. A good menu often trumps an out of the way address.

The Skeff Late Bar & Kitchen — Galway’s meeting place this festive season

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Picture this… It’s a nice crisp afternoon, you have spent the day shopping with friends and it’s time to put the bags down and give your arms a rest. The Skeff Late Bar & Kitchen in Eyre Square is the perfect place to stop off and soak up the magical festive atmosphere in the lead up to the holidays.

Enjoy festive afternoon tea at the Nox

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Nox Hotel is one of Galway’s trendiest and most conveniently located hotels, and with a festive ambience not to be missed it is the perfect place to enjoy a Christmas treat.

Santa’s letters and lunch at the g

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Santa’s forecast is for a very g-ood and g-enerous Christmas this year and he is ready to tell all the boys and girls why, over lunch on Saturday December 14 from 12 noon in the stunning surroundings of the ever stylish and magically festive five star g Hotel.

Feast on festive lunches at The Ardilaun

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The festive season is in full swing on Taylor's Hill with festive lunch or dinners available in The Ardilaun Hotel for the month of December. The award winning kitchen team have introduced a sumptuous Christmas two course and three course menus with tea/coffee and mince pies for €21 and €26.50 per person respectively.

Lead a fun and active life this Christmas without incontinence worries

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

We all know the dreadful feeling of sneezing or coughing suddenly while having coffee with friends or while out shopping and experiencing incontinence. Help is available to give yourself back your freedom without fear of leaks.

Aoife Ni Eochaidh, chartered physiotherapist and winner of the BPW and Irish Permanent Galway Young Business Woman of Year Award, offers physiotherapy for men, women, and children for pelvic conditions and incontinence. She is an experienced and passionate chartered physiotherapist who runs her private clinic from Suite 14, Bon Secours Consultant Clinic, in Renmore.

Vitamin D — how to top up on sunshine this winter

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Widely known as the sunshine vitamin, there is a reason vitamin D is so easy for our bodies to synthesise in the summer months — we need it for a huge variety of functions. Yet, chances are that you are low in it, since it is estimated around one billion people worldwide are deficient or have insufficient levels. So what is vitamin D? Interestingly, it is not simply a fat soluble vitamin that is produced endogenously when UV rays reach our skin at the correct angle, it is actually also a hormone. Its various forms have a range of names; including calcitriol, ergocalciferol, calcidiol, and cholecalciferol.

GMIT scientists present findings of first Irish survey of students’ awareness of antibiotic use and antibiotic resistance

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The findings of the first Irish survey of college students’ awareness and knowledge of misuse and abuse of antibiotics were presented to the public at an open lecture in GMIT on Monday November 18, marking European Antibiotic Awareness Day (EAAD). The findings reveal there is a lack of awareness, understanding, and knowledge about antibiotic use and antibiotic resistance among this demographic.

Getting ready for the Christmas with Plexus Bio Energy

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The lead up to Christmas can be very stressful for lots of people due to financial and emotional issues, but it is up to ourselves how we deal with this stress. It is not all about the material things, it is about our mental health and how we feel — good company, a nice meal, warmth, and little gifts as gestures — are what Christmas is about.

How to theme your Christmas decorations with EZ Living Furniture

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

While putting up the Christmas tree each year is a major tradition, the way we decorate today has become anything but. People are saying goodbye to their flimsy tinsel and multicoloured lights, and instead giving a big warm welcome to bold and often themed décor.

Black Friday at McGaugh’s Gardening Complex

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Call in to McGaugh's Gardening Complex where you will find fabulous Christmas decor with up to 70 per cent off in the bargain den, which is located upstairs in McGaugh's Christmas Emporium.

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