Leaving Cert 2019 — moving on

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Congratulations to all the Leaving Cert students who received college offers in CAO round 1 and to those who have planned alternate routes for themselves into other career paths. The hard slog is over and a realisation hopefully that there are myriad pathways nowadays in which to arrive at our preferred destinations through PLCs, apprenticeships, and other access routes. Nonetheless at the moment there are students who remain indecisive about future roads which require prompt decisions. While the vast majority are happy enough to accept their top preferences, others find themselves at a crossroads. Students that have been offered their third or fourth choices (or lower) ask themselves, should they accept a lower choice or repeat the Leaving Cert?

CNM has launched my career change — I have clients on six of the seven continents

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

I honestly went back to school to learn about the body so I could fix me. Now my life is all about preventing my fate for the millions of children prescribed steroids for eczema at a very early age.

Join the ever-growing nail and beauty industry

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Naoise Martin, owner, lead nail technician, and beauty therapist at Glam Gals, has been in the industry for more than 20 years. Noticing it was very difficult to find good staff qualified in nail extensions, she decided to open her own training academy in 2015 which she now runs together with her beauty salon on Shop Street, Galway.

Autumn at the French Institute

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Parlez-vous Français? Take up, improve, or practise your French this autumn. The French Institute Galway offers a full range of classes for children (from age four), secondary school students, and adults, both daytime and evenings, starting the week of September 9.

Leaving and Junior Cert tuition, study skills classes, and adult Irish courses at Galway Study Centre

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Bookings have been ongoing since early July for the weekly after school and Saturday classes which the Study Centre at Mill Street is offering to sixth year, fifth year, and Junior Cert students from September 16. An extensive range of subjects is available with a good choice of times, particularly at Leaving Cert level. Leaving Cert and fifth year study skills classes will commence from Wednesday, September 25, and will run once a week for four weeks.

Enjoy a career in treating chronic pain and sports injuries

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

With a qualification in sports massage and neuromuscular therapy from the National Training Centre (NTC) you can set up your own private practice, work within an established clinic, work with football teams, athletes, or become the resident therapist in one of the growing number of health clubs and personal training centres that are becoming so popular nationwide.

Train for employment with Galway Rural Development

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Galway Rural Development is offering courses this autumn which will give participants the skills to be job ready. There are courses in SafePass, manual handling, HACCP, First Aid Responder, and hairdressing. Many of the labour market courses we offer are delivered in partnership with Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board.

School of music secures major funding

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Galway school of music, Maoin Cheoil na Gaillimhe, is about to celebrate its 10th anniversary. Eighteen months ago the school launched a public campaign to build support for State funding for a school of music for Galway. As part of that campaign the school pursued multiple strands of enquiry and support. The Lifes2Good foundation has agreed to back this initiative and provide major financial support to get things started.

Speech and drama training — the key to natural self confidence

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Speech and drama classes are rooted in encouraging students to develop a love of literature, poetry, and drama, and improving their standard of communication through the spoken word. The Garvey School of Speech and Drama works at developing students' self-confidence and a broad range of essential life skills that will support them in the future.

Waste not want not

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

We are programmed to just buy and not even think about what it is that we are buying. A new grocery experience here in Galway is aiming to change all that, and a visit to The Filling Station on Abbeygate Street certainly is a bit of an eye opener. The concept is simple — the store offers you the opportunity to significantly decrease your consumption of single use plastics by bringing your own container or bag. The shop has a range of foodstuffs and household products — just go in, fill, weigh, and pay.

Lunch box ideas

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Back to school time is looming. Along with new books and uniforms the old school lunch box will be dusted off, and a collective sigh can be heard as parents everywhere try to figure out what to fill it with. Like a New Year resolution, we all think this year lunches will fun be and healthy before defaulting to the old reliable by October.

Here are some tips that may help to shake off old habits and hopefully make life a little easier in the long run.

A seafood sensation at the g Hotel

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

G is for great gastronomy fresh from Galway Bay. The five star g Hotel takes much inspiration from its environs and its location on the shores of the stunning Galway Bay, which is renowned for the best fish and seafood in Ireland. The g Hotel’s highly talented culinary team led by head chef Jason O’Neill are always inspired by the wonderful seafood and fresh fish caught daily in Galway. On Thursday, September 5, the g will celebrate this Galway tradition with a stunning Seafood Sensations evening in the award winning Restaurant gigi’s.

Midweek food specials at The Skeff

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Ideally located in the centre of Galway city, looking out onto picturesque Eyre Square, The Skeff Late Bar is a monument of the city’s social scene. Soak up the atmosphere of the city over after-work cocktails, sip on a coffee, or relax with a creamy pint.

Ideally located in the centre of Galway city, looking out onto picturesque Eyre Square, The Skeff Late Bar is a monument of the city’s social scene. Soak up the atmosphere of the city over after

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Specsavers Galway stores specialise in children’s eyecare and can provide you with expert advice on the best eyewear ranges for your little ones. This includes contact lenses, which are perfect for after school sports and other recreational activities ahead of the new school year.

Complete home fit packages at Cherrymore

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Cherrymore Kitchens and Bedrooms has complete home-fit packages which offer amazing value for money. The company manufactures directly to offer unbeatable value in kitchens, utility rooms, luxury fitted wardrobes, playrooms, home office, and boot rooms.

Weed control with Gardener’s Choice bark mulch

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Gardener’s Choice is the safe solution to the problem of weeding. A layer of Gardener’s Choice bark to a depth of 4in (100mm) will prevent the emergence of weeds.

Perfect washing every time with N17 Superstores and Bosch intelligent i-Dos

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Get perfect results with every wash thanks to the Bosch intelligent dosing system i-DOS, now available at N17 Superstores, Briarhill and Milltown.

How much is too much detergent or too little? Save water by saving detergent: the i-DOS detergent saving system determines the precise amount of liquid detergent and always gets it just right. The machine precisely adjusts the dosage according to the amount of clothing, the type of fabric, and the degree of soiling. As a result, there is no more overdosing, which will prevent additional rinse cycles to remove the soap scum from washing detergents, leading to a more efficient wash. Your laundry will be washed with the optimal amount of detergent, water, and energy.

Beautiful Bali with Intrepid and Explore Worldwide at Fahy Travel

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Travel to Bali and discover Indonesia's beautiful island escape. Dotted with small, character-filled villages, smouldering volcanoes rising out of lush rich fields, idyllic beaches, and colourful reefs, Bali is the perfect island getaway. Conquer the slopes of simmering Mount Batur, explore an underwater world in Bali Barat National Park, feast on delicious Balinese cuisine, and enjoy moments of absolute peace in Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, a Hindu-Buddhist lake temple dedicated to the goddess of the waters. Fall in love with the warmth of the people, the ornate customs, and welcoming culture that is synonymous with beautiful Bali.

Make memories that last a lifetime with a summer staycation at the Johnstown Estate

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

Treat you and your family to a sensational summer break with a two-night midweek stay at the Johnstown Estate in Enfield, Co Meath, including full Irish breakfast. Choose from elegant spacious family rooms or a luxury self-catering lodge located on the grounds. Enjoy a delicious two course dinner with coffee on an evening of your choice in the vibrant setting of The Coach House Bar.

The Parochial School

Thu, Aug 22, 2019

This is the time of the year when children are preparing to go back to school, a time when many of us would think back to our own schooldays, the happiest days of our lives.

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