People of the Tribes : Meet Vicky

Wed, Nov 15, 2017

Hi, my name is Vicky Casey and I'm from Galway! I am a busy mum of two. My children, Ava and Spencer are the reason for everything I do including creating Caprice with my husband John. I love meeting and greeting all our fabulous customers and friends... Creating a beautiful space to catch up with loved ones. There is always something going on in Galway city it's such a young and vibrant city which makes us unique to other cities around Ireland.

For Galway's newest children's boutique, check out Little Bo Peep!

Tue, Nov 14, 2017

Selling a beautiful range of traditional and Spanish children's wear, Little Bo Peep is Galway's newest children's boutique.

Les Jumelles Celebrates 20th Anniversary in Style!

Mon, Nov 13, 2017

One of Galway’s premier boutiques, Les Jumelles celebrate their 20th Anniversary this year. To mark the occasion they are hosting an afternoon of celebrations at the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Galway on Friday, November 24th from 3:30 pm with event MC, beauty and fashion journalist and presenter, Triona McCarthy.

An arts degree: Is it worth it?

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

A common question from students this time of year is, “What exactly is an arts degree”? Otherwise known as humanities education, this is a broad qualification, offering you a wide range of two-subject combinations to degree level. Bachelor of Arts degrees are diverse and encompass a wide interest area, including English, history, geography, psychology, law, music, computers, and languages. Humanities students could also have BAs in business, economics, maths, and politics. In addition to academic study, students acquire transferable skills in critical thinking, problem solving, communications, digital expertise, and creative solutions to problems.

Structure of arts

Natural chef diploma course in Dublin

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

The CNM natural chef course is a three-part diploma course covering everything you need to know to become a successful natural chef; from how the digestive process works, to building a culinary career. CNM’s natural chef training consists of 420 hours of life-changing education, followed by an internship of 100 additional hours.

Have you ever wanted to be a nail technician?

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

Over the past few years, there has been a huge growth in the nail care and colour market. Gel polish manicures continue to grow in popularity. Because of this, there are many opportunities available for professional, dedicated, qualified, nail techicians in the west of Ireland. If you are interested in a career in the beauty industry, training as a qualified nail technician is the first step towards reaching that goal.

Find the right make-up artistry course for you

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

The School of Make-up Artistry offers a wide range of specialised make-up artistry courses, ranging from beginners to advanced levels, which are suitable for adults of all ages. If you are interested in a career in make-up artistry, or if you would like to enhance your current qualification in beauty or make-up, the School of Make-up Artistry can provide a training course to suit you.

'Her teacher made a comment on how much she has improved in maths'

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

This primary school student went to First Class Learning struggling at maths and was not confident in her abilities. An individualised programme was devised to suit her needs and ability. Working just 10 minutes a day can make all the difference — after 18 months' work, this student had progressed to a nine out of 10 in maths. Her confidence was restored and she was ready to tackle maths concepts that were new to her.

Visual display unit assessor training course

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

The Safety, Health, and Welfare at Work Act 2005 requires that all hazards in a workplace be identified, risk assessed, and that adequate control measures be put in place. This also applies to employees’ workstations, offices, etc. Where an employee is sitting at a desk and working on a computer the law states that the workstation should be assessed and where necessary adapted to fit the worker. The term used is ergonomics, and the process is called a VDU assessment (visual display unit, ie, laptop, computer, etc). The aim of the VDU assessment is to identify and subsequently reduce the amount of strain put on the body and eliminate visual and musculoskeletal stress and damage.

GRETB Training Centre apprenticeship information day

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

Are you considering an apprenticeship to start your career? As part of the EU Vocational Skills Week, which aims to promote the value of vocational education and training, the GRETB Training Centre is hosting an apprenticeship information day on Thursday, November 23.

Rock on — Gort chef Aisling named winner of prestigious international title at European Young Chef awards

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

Aisling Rock, a 21 year old culinary student from Gort, who represented the European Region of Gastronomy Galway at this year’s European Young Chef Awards in Barcelona was rewarded with the prestigious title of European Young Chef of the year this week.

Family entertainment guaranteed at gaming convention this weekend

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

Galway City is gearing up for the arrival of GamerFest 17 this weekend, expected to be the biggest gaming convention ever held in the west of Ireland. Taking place in the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, the event promises to be an awe-inspiring celebration of video games and entertainment for visitors of all ages and levels.

The crane at Woodquay

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

In the early 19th century, most of the area we see in our photograph would have been under water. Woodquay was so called because of the 150 feet wooden quay that ran the length of it. It was a kind of second docks for the city, attracting a lot of commercial traffic down the river. The Corrib Drainage Scheme in 1852 began to change the face of the space we are looking at, and later, when Steamer’s Quay was built, the area was gradually filled in and reclaimed.

Letter from Ted Hughes to his brother Gerald, April 1966.

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

Week II
This place is a mild paradise for me at present. We moved yesterday, from our sumptuous home, to a much older, wilder place - £2 a week, a house annexed to a big farm (big for this region) at the top of Cleggan bay - right on the west coast. I have a ramshackle roomful of silence to work in. I look out at a heathery hillside, and if I stand I see the open Atlantic. The village is about 1 mile away. It’s a blue, still day. I’ve worked fairly steadily for 6 weeks and now I’m going quit smoothly, and plenty of improvement still in hand. The kids are brimming over. Assia is here with me and a complete success. We have a good local girl, Teresa, helping us...

Skin diaries

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

Having spoken about the importance of looking after your skin from the inside out last week, and before we move onto the more detailed steps when looking after your skin, I would like to introduce my favourite ESPA facial with an exclusive offer for readers of the Galway Advertiser.

Wedding dresses with pockets

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

Can you guess what one of our favourite wedding fashion trends is? Pockets! They are a detail that makes any wedding dress more casual and comfortable, and they are also useful. If you do not want to carry a purse on your wedding day, this trend is for you. Brides to be love these styles with extra hidden storage for their big day.

Lunch at The Ardilaun Bistro

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

In the last major chef shuffle in the west, The Ardilaun got a winning hand in securing Ultan Cooke as executive head chef. He has an impressive pedigree, after graduating from GMIT, Cooke moved to London to work in the renowned Savoy Grill, The Conservatory at the Lanesborough Hotel, as well as working with John Torode in his restaurants Smiths of Smithfield and The Luxe.

AA rosette for Marina’s Grill at Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

Marina’s Grill at Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Galway, has been awarded an AA rosette for 2017. The AA has been awarding rosettes annually since 1955 to hotels producing fine cuisine. The aim of the rosette scheme is to provide AA members, its guidebook readers, and the general public reliable information about where to eat, with rosettes awarded on a rising scale of 1 to 5.

Chic new SALT café and restaurant opens on Galway’s east side

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

SALT @ The Glass Factory is a chic new café and restaurant on Galway’s east side. Located above the Galway Crystal factory store on the Old Dublin Road, the interior at SALT gives a nod to the elegance and luxury of the building’s heritage.

Quality furniture at An Siopa Troscan, Moycullen

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

See the full range of quality Irish manufactured suites at Siopa Troscán, Moycullen, where all the suites can be made to order. The full range of styles covers everything from contemporary to traditional. Pictured is the Roisin suite, now €1,949 (was €2,499).

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