“The Big Decision” - NUI Galway to host Live CAO Facebook Event for students and parents

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Ahead of the Leaving Certificate Change of Mind deadline on 1 July, NUI Galway will gather experts from across campus to help prospective students and their parents with their final CAO decision. NUI Galway is one of the first universities to provide this interactive platform of support to students and parents in making their final CAO choices.

A French student in Galway

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Being French and wanting to learn English I decided to come in Ireland for the summer. I arrived in Galway on June 11.

Learn the art of beauty make-up, and the intricacies of prosthetics with the School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

The International School of Make-up Artistry spans over 25 years, specialising in make-up artistry.

Fancy something fishy?

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

I can’t believe the weather, it’s glorious, then it rains a little and then the sun beams down again. I have been asked lately for a simple, but different way to cook local fish.

Succulent summer lamb dishes

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Lamb is great any time, but this time of the year it is lovely. The weather is usual for our summer, raining one minute, sunny the next and it is hard to eat a proper meal in the heat.

Summer menus and city dining at the Gaslight Bar and Brasserie

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

A new season sees the introduction of summer menus at the city centre Gaslight Bar and Brasserie.

Get into shape in time for summer at Me2UFitness

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

It is fine to want to look and feel good in your swimsuit this summer, but remember that getting fit is about more than weight; it is about strength, endurance, and good health, too.

Fix your metabolism for a weight loss miracle

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

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.

What foods are making you tired, bloated, and fat?

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

There is no secret potion, shake, or pill that will help you lose weight faster than boosting your metabolism. But do you know what foods speed up your metabolism and what foods slow it down?

Summer open day at Galway City Chiropractic

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Galway City Chiropractic has provided services of CAI registered chiropractic care to the public for the past 17 years.

Curves now has free boxercise, body balance, body basic session

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

No matter what age size or shape you are, it is vital to maintain a level of fitness.

Skip the early start this summer at the Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

The four star Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport offers luxurious family accommodation with all the essentials and comforts you would expect. All of the hotel’s 100 bedrooms have recently been refurbished offering maximum comfort for all families travelling this summer.

Make family memories this summer in the heart of Ireland

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

If you are thinking of your well-deserved family break then look no further than The Athlone Springs Hotel; it has it all.

A magical stay in Orlando

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

parks such as Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld, fun is literally around every corner in Orlando; I had the pleasure of experiencing Universal Orlando in May for the first time and it will definitely not be my last.

Lighthouse at Standún — stay in tune with your surroundings

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Lighthouse is the product of an evolved vision to create outerwear that has unique style while maintaining all the practical waterproof features.

Cregmore students discover the deep sea and marine on RV Celtic Explorer leading up to SEAFEST

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Students from 4th class at Cregmore national school recently visited the research vessel RV Celtic Explorer as part of their marine-science and art project building up to SeaFest, Ireland’s national maritime festival. The project places art, marine science and technology in the heart of the classroom where the students have been learning about marine life and activity under the sea for the past six months. It involves TULCA in partnership with Marine Institute Explorers Education Programme, artist Louise Manifold, marine scientist Dr. Andy Wheeler, and Cregmore National School.

The diving tower at Blackrock

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

The warm summer of 1885 encouraged Mr. Moon and his friends to place a springboard at Blackrock where there is a tidal range of 17’3”. This did not please the landlord Col. O’Hara who made life difficult for the bathers, often denying them access to the bathing area.

Girls escape from the workhouse into oblivion

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Week II
The Mountbellew guardians wanted to clear the workhouse of their ‘permanent deadweight’ as quickly as possible. The savings to be had from reducing inmates were considerable, and there was pressure from ratepayers to reduce costs. Furthermore many of the girls were troublesome, arguementative, with nothing to do. They were a bad example to the rest of the inmates. It was agreed that it would be better for everyone if guardians availed of the assisted emigration schemes.

Stunning Raku ceramic and glass wall art at Standún

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

The multi-themed and eye-catching Raku Ceramic & Glass Wall Art by Irish artist Rebeka Kahn is one of the latest additions to the Standún Gift Department.

Each hand formed piece is not only original but is also a once off and includes the signature of the artist. Ideal as a special occasion gift, it is one that the recipient will always associate with the giver. Think of the adventure of hot air balloons, the magic of butterflies, birds in flight, fish with personalities, flowers etc. and enjoy something unique.

Do you need extra storage space this summer?

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

If your home or businss needs extra storage TITAN Containers, Oranmore, Co Galway are there to protect your belongings be it furniture, appliances, cold storage units, you name it, they have got the extra space you need.

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