New yoga studio in Salthill — seasoned yogis and complete beginners are welcome to join Yoga With Misha
Thu, May 05, 2022
Misha is a qualified and certified full time yoga teacher. Her unique style of yoga is appropriate for all levels — she believes that yoga is for everyone. Misha focuses on balancing yin and yang — bringing together all of the benefits of holding the poses, connecting with breath, as well as dynamic sequences into one flow.
Read more ...NUI Galway academics rewarded for teaching excellence
Thu, May 05, 2022
Teaching excellence at NUI Galway was celebrated at a special ceremony this week, with awards presented to staff members for outstanding efforts in teaching.
Read more ...Online course in manual and computerised payroll now enroling
Thu, May 05, 2022
Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) presents a comprehensive Pitman Training payroll course, which provides a thorough introduction to payroll principles in the manual section, and in the computerised section students create real life payroll scenarios using Sage Micropay software, in addition to learning about PAYE modernisation. This course is fully funded under the Skills to Advance initiative for those in employment.
This online course will take place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7pm to 9.30pm, commencing May 17.
Read more ...Advance in English or maths this summer with Kumon
Thu, May 05, 2022
The summer months offer a marvellous opportunity for students of all ages and abilities to consolidate and advance their academic skills with the Kumon maths or English programmes. A free diagnostic test establishes the “just right” start point for the student and an individualised study programme for just 20 minutes daily enables the student to develop at his/her own individual pace in the subject of choice.
Read more ...Echo Acting returns with two summer courses
Thu, May 05, 2022
Echo Acting is back at the Connacht Hotel for a summer term of acting for adults. There are two exciting courses available, Acting and Reacting and Shaping the Actor. Both courses are run by founder Rena Bryson who has 10 years of teaching experience alongside her vast hands-on experiences as an actor.
Read more ...NUI Galway to host MBA open evening
Thu, May 05, 2022
NUI Galway’s AMBA and AACSB accredited MBA programme, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, will host a virtual MBA open evening on May 11 at 6pm. The open evening is a great opportunity to learn about the programme and to meet MBA faculty, students, and graduates.
Read more ...Bring home the bacon
Thu, May 05, 2022
Pork and ham/bacon are versatile, tasty, and can be used in a large variety of dishes, suitable for everyday meals and special occasions. As part of its pork, ham, and bacon campaign for 2022 Bord Bia is highlighting the versatility and ease of cooking pork and ham/bacon in tasty, inspirational, meals.
Read more ...Roast shoulder of pork with a dry spice rub
Thu, May 05, 2022
There are just a few simple steps in making this delicious pork roast. The spices add great flavour to both the pork and the gravy.
Serves six. Preparation time: two hours 45 minutes.
Read more ...Summer courses at the French Institute for adults, secondary school students, and children
Thu, Apr 28, 2022
Would you like to make the most of the long summer days while learning, refreshing. or practising your French?
The French Institute is running summer courses this year starting on May 16. There are courses for adults at all levels, from beginners to advanced, and a choice of morning or evening classes. The courses last six weeks, for two hours a week. They will end on the last week of June, just in time for this enjoyable holiday in France.
Read more ...Bord Bia launches recruitment campaign for 2023 marketing fellowship programme
Thu, Apr 28, 2022
Bord Bia, through its Talent Academy, is now accepting applications for its 2023 postgraduate programme with up to 20 fully-funded places on offer. The programme includes a fully funded masters at UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, a bursary, and a guaranteed work placement through the agency’s domestic and global network.
Read more ...New look The Village Inn, Kilchreest, to open this weekend
Thu, Apr 28, 2022
Leonard Catering Ltd, the team behind Peggy’s Bar & Restaurant, The Red Gap Bar & Restaurant, and McHugh’s Traditional Pub & Restaurant, have announced the opening of their new venue, The Village Inn Bar & Restaurant.
Read more ...Magnificent monkfish
Thu, Apr 28, 2022
Monkfish is sometimes referred to as the 'poor man's lobster' and it is easy to see why when you taste it. Packed with protein, this meaty fish is a great option if you want to add more seafood to your diet. This recipe, courtesy of Bord Bia, introduces spicy Asian flavours for a great family meal.
Read more ...Murder and mayhem in Clifden
Thu, Apr 28, 2022
Just before 6am on St Patrick's Day 1921, Monsignor McAlpine, the Catholic parish priest of Clifden, Co Galway, was woken by loud banging on his door. “For God's sake, Canon, come down - the town is ablaze.”
Read more ...The Galway Youth Orchestra, forty years
Thu, Apr 28, 2022
Years ago, there was neither an independent community orchestra nor a musical instrument teaching system in Galway city or county. A handful of schools, mostly run by religious orders, taught a small range of instruments and would put a small orchestra together for their annual school show or operetta, their music teachers being very influential in passing on a love of music to their pupils.
Read more ...Live well with cardiovascular disease: manage your high blood pressure with Croí
Thu, Apr 28, 2022
]Are you, or a loved one, living with high blood pressure? Join Croí, the heart and stroke charity, and leading experts for a webinar to learn how to manage your high blood pressure. The free webinar takes place online using Zoom on Thursday, April 28 from 7pm to 8pm.
Read more ...Live well with cardiovascular disease: manage your high blood pressure with Croí
Thu, Apr 28, 2022
]Are you, or a loved one, living with high blood pressure? Join Croí, the heart and stroke charity, and leading experts for a webinar to learn how to manage your high blood pressure. The free webinar takes place online using Zoom on Thursday, April 28 from 7pm to 8pm.
Read more ...Live well with cardiovascular disease: manage your high blood pressure with Croí
Thu, Apr 28, 2022
]Are you, or a loved one, living with high blood pressure? Join Croí, the heart and stroke charity, and leading experts for a webinar to learn how to manage your high blood pressure. The free webinar takes place online using Zoom on Thursday, April 28 from 7pm to 8pm.
Read more ...Tips for keeping fussy eaters healthy with Evergreen Healthfoods and Nuzest
Thu, Apr 28, 2022
Having a fussy eater in the family can be challenging. There are the practicalities of preparing meals that they will eat, the frustrations over making food and seeing it left or rejected, and the worries about whether they are getting the nutrition they need.
Read more ...Join System 10's six week programme and see 14lb of body fat disappear
Thu, Apr 28, 2022
With total focus on fixing your metabolism, System 10 can help you 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.
Read more ...Walk, run, or wheel 100K in 30 Days this June to raise funds for breast cancer research
Thu, Apr 28, 2022
Registration is now open for the annual 100K in 30 Days fundraiser in aid of Breast Cancer Ireland, where participants are invited to run, walk, or wheel 100km during the month of June to raise sponsorship for this worthy cause.
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