The Galway Education Centre is offering an ideal opportunity..

Mon, Aug 14, 2017

Ever wanted to see the Great Wall of China, follow the ancient path of the Silk Road or visit the Forbidden City in Beijing? Want to bring greater awareness of the Chinese language and culture to your school? Perhaps your company is doing business within the burgeoning Chinese markets and you want to better equip yourself to deal with your Chinese colleagues? The Galway Education Centre is offering an ideal opportunity to prepare for any visit to China with a series of 10 Chinese culture and language classes being offered this autumn.

A Commercial Club excursion to Cong, 1915

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

The Commercial Rowing Club was set up in May 1875. The Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club had been in existence since 1864, but as it was the only such club on the river, there was a distinct lack of competition for its oarsmen. Commercial provided that competition.

Galway wins at Euro-Toques Food Awards

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

Five Irish producers were honoured at the 2017 Euro-Toques Food Awards on Monday July 31. Although Euro-Toques itself was stablished in 1996, the awards were set up in 2005 to recognise producers of “food of notable flavour and quality” and are the only awards which are bestowed by Irish chefs. They are held annually to celebrate food produced in Ireland, no shortlists or nominations are published. Instead, the committee selects the products or producers whom they believe most deserve to be singled out in any particular year, based on the nominations of its members, with usually only five awards being presented annually.

Spruce up your garden with Colourfence — the ultimate garden fence

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

The holy grail of fencing is transforming gardens across the UK and Ireland. It may do "exactly what it says on the tin" but let's face it, treating a timber fence can never be called fun.

In fact owning a timber fence is not much fun either with costly, time consuming, maintenance and repairs almost every year. The alternative to timber fencing, that goes up and stays up, Colourfence fencing solutions are made from innovative Colourbond steel. This fencing is virtually maintenance free — just give it an occasional wash down with water to keep it looking as good as new, so you never need to pick up that paintbrush again.

Your guide to a beautiful lawn with Greenhand

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

It is the thing that every gardener wants... a beautiful lawn and to be the envy of the neighbourhood with a flawless carpet of healthy grass. With a little bit of work and some sound help and advice it is not so difficult to achieve.

Are you building or renovating? Then it is time to contact Dalgan Windows

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

Dalgan Windows is a family run business manufacturing and installing windows and doors to an international quality standard. The company, which is based in Shrule, Co Galway, is one of the leading suppliers of windows and doors in the country.

New K2 20mm porcelain tile collection now available at Spellman Tiles

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

Spellman Tiles, Bathrooms, and Wood Flooring in Oranmore invites you to visit its showroom where you can view a wide range of wall and floor tiles, bathroom suites, and shower enclosures as well as a wide range of solid, engineered, and laminate flooring.

Lose up to two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

There are three keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss) plan – diet, exercise, and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other. Your metabolism is the most powerful of all the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else. In most people this switch is off.

Metabolism problems such as slow thyroid, type 2 diabetes, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, PCOS, endometriosis, infertility, and digestive problems such as constipation, IBS, and diverticulitis will limit or stop your weight loss, no matter how much dieting or exercise you do. Work on fixing your metabolism problems for amazing results. Combine this with a reasonable diet and a reasonable amount of exercise and you will get the best, the fastest, and the easiest weight loss ever.

Asthma and respiratory relief with Care Cure Acupuncture

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, an asthma attack is the direct result of a deficiency in the lung meridian (channel). Once this lung energy becomes blocked, the chi (vital energy) becomes unstable and triggers an immune system response restricting both inhalation and exhalation. This is accompanied by wheezing and sometimes a cough.

Does size of your bed matter? Two thirds of women say it does

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

Do you know what the best bed size is for you?
There are so many different theories out there on how to get your best night of sleep but sometimes we overlook the most obvious answer to the question: bed size. While it may sound silly, bed size can seriously affect a person’s sleep every night. Have you ever wondered if you were sleeping on the right size mattress?

More than just a check-up at Roscam Family Dental Practice

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

Dr Neysan Chah and the team at Roscam Family Dental Practice believe that a comprehensive dental health assessment is so much more than just an examination, since regular comprehensive dental health checks and cleanings play such an important role in maintaining healthy teeth and gums.

Tips for parents whose children are receiving Leaving Cert results

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

We are only days away from the release of the Leaving Certificate results.

Fermentation for gut health

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

The College of Naturopathic Medicine will host a health talk on fermented foods and their benefits for optimal gut health on Saturday, August 19, at 2pm.

Discover a rewarding career in sports massage and physical therapy

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

Have you thought about a career in treating chronic pain and sports injuries?

Exciting opportunity to start your career in digital sales and marketing with GRETB Training Centre

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

The GRETB Training Centre, Mervue Business Park, Galway, is offering an exciting new career traineeship in digital sales and marketing. If you are looking to upskill or change career and are currently unemployed then this City & Guilds certified traineeship from GRETB could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Lessons from ‘an old schoolmaster’

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

Week III
There is no denying that Éamon de Valera was born in New York ( October 14 1882), and was therefore an American citizen. Following the Easter Rising, he was arrested for his role commanding his battalion at the south east approaches to Dublin at Boland’s Mills by the Grand Canal. He was sentenced to death on May 8 1916 by a military court. His wife Sinéad immediately got the American consul to intervene.

Stylish summer break at g Hotel & Spa Galway

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

Soak up the spirit of Galway in one of its most iconic hotels - the g Hotel & Spa. Whether you are looking for a city break, family holiday or romantic getaway, book an unforgettable getaway in a suite at the g Hotel.

Allianz publishes top tips for driving through Europe

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

Some 34 million holiday trips are made each year with many hiring a car to get around – while more than 11 million take their own car to Europe by ferry or via the Channel Tunnel. Allianz Insurance has published a checklist of things to note for Irish motorists planning to drive in another European country using their own vehicle or a car rental.

A historic Galway hurling team

Thu, Aug 03, 2017

“We are blessed with the most wonderful field game in the world. No sport is more skillful, more graceful, more revealing of those who play it, and nobody who has seen hurling played by its greatest exponents can be in any doubt what beauty is, or graciousness or courtesy either.

‘The Irish Republic is to them, a dream no longer’

Thu, Aug 03, 2017

Week II
Having first been reluctant to stand as the Sinn Féin candidate for East Clare in the summer of 1917, Éamon de Valera threw himself into the fray with enormous energy.

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