Letter from Ted Hughes to Sylvia Plath’s mother, Aurelia, March 15, 1963

Thu, Nov 02, 2017

Dear Aurelia, It has not been possible for me to write this letter before now...

I shall never get over the shock and I don’t particularly want to. I’ve seen the letters Sylvia wrote to my parents, and I imagine she wrote similar ones to you, or worse.

Tips for winter decorating

Wed, Nov 01, 2017

"Oh the weather outside is frightful," says Dean Martin, and as we enter December, it will only get colder, wetter, and darker.

Irish designer Joanne Hynes pops up for two weeks only in Dunnes Stores, Eyre Square!

Wed, Nov 01, 2017

Renowned fashion designer Joanne Hynes launches a two week pop up in Dunnes Stores, Eyre Square this Saturday. Joanne will unveil her latest collection with an exclusive event in the Galway store where customers can get the chance to meet the designer herself, enjoy a fashion presentation and shop!

Taking the pulse of a people....

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

Part II
‘One night there was a man and his wife and family sitting around the fire and a knock came to the door. The man was getting up to open it when someone struck him with a sod of turf on the back. A great number of fairies came in and they started beating the man and his wife and children. They brought the man away with him. After a few days, he came back to his wife and he said to her, “You can save me tomorrow night. We will have a race and I will be on the third horse and when I will be passing you out, throw a sod of turf at me and I will be saved.” Next night when he was passing her out, she threw a sod of turf at him and he was saved. The reason the fairies beat him was because he had no water in the house. He kept enough water in the house after that.’

Looking west on Shop Street, c120 years ago

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

The first thing you notice about this image is the state of the street surface with its animal droppings and puddles. You had to be careful crossing the street, which is why they laid down cobbles between footpaths, you can see them at the entrance to Church Lane and Churchyard Street.

Annual GMIT lecture on Irish economy open to the public

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

Professor John Fitzgerald will be giving his annual lecture on the Irish economy to GMIT business students at the Galway (Dublin Road) campus on Wednesday next ( November 1).

Members of the public are welcome to attend this lecture, entitled 'The Irish Economy: Current trends and risks to outlook'.

Women in the west respond to EMPOWER entrepreneurship call as two programmes commence

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

Places are filling up on the EMPOWER programme, less than a month since its launch in the Connacht Hotel, Galway.

College supports for students with disability

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

It is that time of year when students start to consider their options before the central applications system opens in November. It may be particularly worrying for students with disabilities as they question their suitability for certain courses based on what they feel may be a restriction.

Galway Community Further Education College launches Erasmus+

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

This year for the first time, Galway Community College will be sending students on an Erasmus+ programme. Eight students and two teachers will travel to Evora in Portugal at the end of October for three weeks to learn new skills and competencies, for the exchange of best practice in vocational education and for students to gain invaluable work experience.

Discover a rewarding career in make-up artistry

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

The International School of Make-up Artistry spans more than 25 years, specialising in make-up artistry courses, from beginners to advanced levels, and is constantly updating with cosmetic products and fashion trends. The college offers a variety of full time and part time options.

The diploma course at the School of Make-up Artistry covers all areas of beauty make-up including day, evening, bridal, different age groups, fashion/trend, special effects make-up, and much more. The course also includes a module on make-up for professional photo shoots. Qualifications from this course are recognised in Ireland, UK, Australia, Bahrain, Channel Islands, China, Cyprus, Kenya, Malta, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, South Africa, USA, and Zimbabwe.

Mid term revision maths course

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

The school year is back in full swing and it is time to get serious about your exams. Students preparing for exams should think carefully about the benefits of a structured revision course.

The Halloween mid-term break is an excellent time to start getting your exam preparation off to a great start. Starting with algebra, there will be a series of focused courses for both senior and junior cycle maths students. The courses are targeted for higher level students, and are suitable for transition year up to Leaving Cert students and third year higher level students only. The courses will take place in NUIG on Saturday November 4 and Sunday November 5 and will run for three hours from 10am to 1pm.

Start a new and exciting career as a nail technician with Glam Gals Academy

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

Over the past few years, there has been a huge growth in the nail care and colour market. Interest in 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.

Many west of Ireland students choosing Dutch universities

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

There are currently more than 1,000 Irish students registered on degree programmes, taught through English, in Dutch universities, a number that has nearly doubled in recent years.

Bring mindfulness into your life

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

There will be a day-long introduction to mindfulness in Esker Retreat Centre in Athenry this Saturday October 28.

Halloween fancy dress dinner party at SALT

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

SALT Restaurant and Bar has become the new hot spot in Galway, having quickly established a reputation for fine food, creative cocktails, and enchanting entertainment. This month, the team at SALT will be celebrating Halloween in style with a fancy dress dinner party on bank holiday Sunday night, October 29, and it looks set to be an event you definitely will not want to miss.

The Salthill Social, casual dining at its finest

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

Opened in March by proprietors Spencer and Sandra Lacey, The Salthill Social is more than just another restaurant, it is part of the fabric of Salthill and wider Galway community.

Private functions and festive cheer at John Keogh’s The Lockkeeper

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

John Keogh's The Lockkeeper was recently named as one of Ireland's best gastro pubs by Hospitality Ireland

Sushi in the sky

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

A quarter of a century ago, in the nineties, Ireland was far from being a multicultural society and ‘ethnic’ in restaurant terms almost always meant a Chinese. It is a completely different story today, we have a bewildering choice of world cuisines, including many far better Asian offerings than before. One cuisine that was slow to establish was Japanese, initially the arrival of Wagamama caused some excitement in Dublin back in 1998, and, although sushi bars are now popular both here and in the capital, the idea of dining out on almost exclusively cold food remains strange to many Irish people.

Why am I so tired?

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

Chronic fatigue syndrome (ME): Anyone suffering from ME would have wide ranging symptoms and severity. The most common symptom is overwhelming exhaustion or fatigue after doing things which did not make you feel tired before. Other symptoms can include flu-like symptoms, swollen glands, and painful joints. It is a difficult condition to diagnose.

One day workshop on improving your self esteem

Thu, Oct 26, 2017

In 2017 we are no longer blind to the devastating effects of mental health difficulties. Whether it is a Facebook post or an item on the news we are finally at a place where people are beginning to see the importance of minding their own mental health.

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