Clarin College Athenry to hold annual colour fun run

Thu, May 09, 2019

Clarin College Athenry will host its annual colour fun run on Sunday May 12. This is an event for the whole family and children under 12 can take part for free.

Summer courses for adults and secondary school students at the French Institute

Thu, May 09, 2019

Would you like to make the most of the long summer days while learning, refreshing, or practising your French?

Wide range of fitness courses at Galway Community College

Thu, May 09, 2019

Galway Community College offers the widest range of fitness courses in the west of Ireland. By registering on any of GCC's QQI Level 5 sports courses, students obtain an award in sport, recreation, and exercise and have the opportunity to qualify as fitness instructors and sports coaches. GCC is accredited with the NCEF in University of Limerick and ITEC and provides a wide range of additional qualifications from NGBs such as GAA, Basketball Ireland, and FAI.

'Studying at CNM was the best investment I could have made'

Thu, May 09, 2019

I loved studying at CNM as it showed me the most natural yet powerful way to health — our diet.

Parents’ guide to the CAO change of mind facility

Thu, May 09, 2019

The CAO change of mind facility is now open and will remain open until July 1 at 5.15pm. This is a great service and can really help ease some of the pressure for Leaving Cert students (and indeed parents) still concerned about third level choices.

Lead a fun and active life without incontinence worries

Thu, May 09, 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.

The power of metabolic weight loss

Thu, May 09, 2019

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, System 10 can transform your weight loss, energy, sleep, health and much more. A good metabolism is the foundation of everything you are. A good metabolism gets you burning more fat every hour, 24 hours a day. Nothing can beat it for results. It is your weight loss master switch.

Studying for exams? Keep calm and get focused

Thu, May 09, 2019

Good nutrition is vital at any time of year, but especially during exam time when your brain and body are under stress. Whether you are studying for your Junior Cert, Leaving Cert, or college exams, it is important to look after your mind during this stressful period.

Energy health screening open day with medical herbalist Patrick Murphy

Thu, May 09, 2019

Medical herbalist Patrick Murphy will be hosting his energy health screening open day at The Clayton Hotel, Galway, on Sunday May 19 from 9am to 6pm using the Supertronic health screening device.

Insulate your home the easy way with West Coast Insulation

Thu, May 09, 2019

West Coast Insulation is recommending homeowners take advantage of the new grant scheme which is now the highest level it has ever been at €1,123. Homeowners can contact the Galway company for a free quotation for cavity wall and attic insulation.

Beautiful array of quality Irish furniture and accessories at Siopa Troscán

Thu, May 09, 2019

See the full range of quality Irish manufactured suites at An Siopa Troscan, where all suites can be made to order. The full range of styles covers everything from modern to traditional.

Design tricks for small living rooms from EZ Living Furniture

Thu, May 09, 2019

If your living room is small and you are looking for ideas to maximise your space, take inspiration from these clever design tricks to make the smallest of rooms feel perfectly proportioned and to unlock the potential of your home. The most important tip to help you get started is to find the most suitable pieces and begin to plan a furniture arrangement that will add to the overall look of your space.

Cloran’s Cross

Thu, May 09, 2019

In May, 1846, as part of a Famine relief project, 175 people were employed to build a road linking Dangan to Salthill. Part of that road was known as Bóthar na Mine (the Road of the Indian Meal) because all of the wages were used to buy oatmeal. I have never been able to find out how, when, or why this name was translated into English as Threadneedle Road.

Two funerals at Menlo Castle cemetery

Thu, May 09, 2019

I have mentioned recently Sir William Wilde’s energetic guide to Lough Corrib - Its shores and Islands (published 1867), and his excitement as he and his family steamed across Ireland from Dublin, to begin their long summer holiday at their holiday home, Moytura Lodge, Cong, at the very north of the lake. From steam train to the Eglinton steamer, which left Galway every day to service the villages on the lakeshore, including Cong, the Wildes steamed passed the ancient home of the Blakes at Menlough (Menlo)* located just before the river enters the great lake.

Built in 1569, this original tower house saw many additions during its three and a half centuries, until a fire, and tragic loss of life, destroyed it in 1910. It has remained an ivy-clad ruin ever since; yet its distorted beauty holds our gaze as we pass it today.

Energy Health Screening open day at The Clayton Hotel, Galway with medical herbalist Patrick Murphy

Thu, May 09, 2019

After hugely successful open days , Medical herbalist Patrick Murphy will be hosting his Energy health screening open day at The Clayton Hotel, Galway on Sunday 19th May from 9.00am to 6.00pm using the Supertronic health screening device.

Tips for selling a wedding dress online

Thu, May 09, 2019

It is often said that a wedding day is one of the biggest days of the couple's life. What is rarely said it is one of the most expensive too.

Bank Holiday Breaks at Athlone Springs Hotel

Tue, May 07, 2019

What nicer way to plan your next breakaway than extending your weekend break a little longer. Sit back relax and book your next breakaway now. Take some time to explore our newly refurbished Leisure Centre and take a dip in our luxurious 20-metre pool, sauna Jacuzzi and steam room. Discover all that Athlone has to offer and make the most of your getaway.

People of the Tribes: Meet Enda.

Tue, May 07, 2019

Doing it for the Kids……

Tue, May 07, 2019

If you’re a parent you’ll know that along with the incredible joy children bring, there are always….costs. As a loving parent, you take this in your stride, but if you’re like me, you’d prefer to invest wisely when it comes to playing and leisure, so that your little darlings get the most value out of what you’re spending that hard earned money on. The throwaway culture of recent times has led to so much waste, and toys have to be one of the biggest culprits. We have some lovely wooden toys that provided hours of amusement and are still in my office today, coming down from the shelf occasionally when a client has to bring a little one along to a meeting. But the number of plastic things that broke after a few outings – and therefore couldn’t be passed on to the thrift shop, for instance – still bothers me.

Foxford is a contemporary Irish lifestyle brand created in Foxford Co. Mayo.

Fri, May 03, 2019

Established in 1892 and now one of the last working mills in Ireland, Foxford Woollen Mills is a thriving business with master craftspeople creating beautiful throws, scarves and baby blankets which are sold in Foxford and Westport Co. Mayo, independent retail stores throughout Ireland and available online at www.foxfordwoollenmills.com.

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