Yoga Shala breaking new boundaries

Thu, Jul 21, 2011

David and Laragh Cunningham of the Yoga Shala have just launched their teacher training programme and the programme which is fully subscribed sees them working with Australia’s most respected yoga teachers and physiotherapists. Simon Borg Olivier and Bianca Machliss have propelled yoga into mainstream Australian life through their innovative teachings over the past 25 years and Borg Olivier pays his first teaching visit to Europe on August 19 for what will be an amazing weekend workshop. There are still some places available but the workshop is only recommended for those who have an established yoga practice.

Lose weight in ten days

Thu, Jul 21, 2011

According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), the root of excess weight is an imbalance within the body caused by malfunctioning of the spleen and liver organ systems. Acupuncture with TCM can make it easier to deal with stress, frustration, and anxiety that can trigger over-eating and bingeing on fattening foods.

Preparing to paint for the summer

Thu, Jul 21, 2011

Painting your home inside and out is one of those things that we have to do whether we like it or not, every few years, so the key is to prepare for the event and that is half the battle.

Aibheil of Adare Summer Sale – One Day Only

Thu, Jul 14, 2011

Due to popular demand, Aibheil of Adare Bridal Boutique is holding a sale for one day only on Saturday July 23 from 9am to 6pm. This is a perfect chance to buy a dream wedding dress for a great price. Every bride wants to wear a stunning wedding dress, whatever her budget. The sale at Aibheil of Adare is an opportunity to buy that amazing dress and save money.

Brown Thomas gets racy

Thu, Jul 14, 2011

This is the very best time of the year in Galway, and in the run up to the Galway Races Brown Thomas will become a world of designer delights with special pop-up accessory collections in store. Some of the exciting labels to look forward to are Alexander McQueen clutches, Stella McCartney's fallabella bag, and clutches from Anya Hyndmarch. The YSL Belle De jour evening clutch is to die for. You could have a love affair with this bag. And it would not end in heartbreak.

No 1 Pery Square Hotel and Spa Georgian Quarter, Limerick

Thu, Jul 14, 2011

You may be wondering why I have strayed from my usual turf all the way to Limerick; one reason is that with our new roads it is perhaps closer than you think, less than an hour to get there, and the second reason is that No 1 Pery Square is a jewel that really is worth a visit.

A complete weight loss package

Thu, Jul 14, 2011

Diet and exercise are critical to a good weight loss programme but the most important and powerful key of all is your metabolism. Your metabolism is the switch that allows your weight loss to happen. Your metabolism controls the benefits of any diet and exercise, but it in turn depends on your diet and exercise to operate properly. In other words the three keys interconnect; metabolism correction, diet, and exercise give a weight loss plan specifically designed to target stubborn body fat especially on the stomach, hips and thighs. This weight loss plan is the only way to re-balance top or bottom heavy bodies.

Yoga Shala launches new training programme

Thu, Jul 14, 2011

David and Laragh Cunningham of the Yoga Shala have just launched their teacher training programme. The programme which is fully subscribed sees them working with Australia’s most respected yoga teachers and physiotherapists. Simon Borg Olivier and Bianca Machliss have propelled yoga into mainstream Australian life through their innovative teachings over the past 25 years and Borg Olivier pays his first teaching visit to Europe on August 19 for what will be an amazing weekend workshop. There are still some places available but the workshop is only recommended for those have an established yoga practice.

La Maison Chic launches La Boutique

Thu, Jul 14, 2011

Laurent Billiet, one of the West’s most prestigious, trendsetting interior designers has finally launched his long awaited and much anticipated interior design boutique. Located on 11 lower Abbeygate Street, Galway City (Tel 091530694), it is open Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm.

Interiors from OLMI sliding wardrobes

Thu, Jul 14, 2011

OLMI designers work with KOMANDOR sliding wardrobes – a leading world renowned company. It has a new computerized facility and is able to manufacture any wardrobe design. KOMANDOR can produce any element to millimetre precision, and there is no such thing as a standard dimension. Everything is custom made.

Keeping your children safe

Thu, Jul 14, 2011

Your children are playing with their friends at the end of the street. You can hear their excited voices from the kitchen. However, you still glance out the window every few minutes to check if they are safe and worry if they disappear from view.

While incidents involving children being abducted or attacked are fortunately rare it is still every parent’s worst nightmare that something would happen to them.

Bowling Green of yesteryear

Thu, Jul 14, 2011

In 1883, a sub-committee of the town commissioners reported on the sanitary conditions of the houses in this area. Some were occupied in tenements, others were held by single families. “In none of these houses is there any provision as to water closets, privies or drains which in itself is deplorable; but your committee feel it would be but ill discharging their duty if they stopped short at such an exposition and remain silent as to the absence of every feature which would recommend them as habitations for human beings. The poor can only hope for impoverished dwellings, but when a gentleman enters into commercial relations with them, and on a well intended profitable scale to himself .... he should not be exempted from the obligation of providing them with accommodation somewhat better than Indian wigwams.”

What hope has a kitten in a town full of dogs?

Thu, Jul 14, 2011

There were disturbing echoes of the Imelda Riney murders in a wood near Whitegate, Co Clare, in April 17 years ago, in Enda Walsh’s new play Misterman, which opened this years Arts Festival on Monday. Imelda and her young four-years -old son and a priest were shot by Brendan O’Donnell, who later killed himself in prison. Woods are beautiful in springtime, but since our childhood fairy tales have told us that woods can be sinister places. In a superb piece of stage business Thomas Magill leads his angelic Edel into the woods along a green carpet which rolls out ahead of them, leading to the river where they sit. We don’t hear of Edel’s fate till the last moments of the play, but we have our suspicions.

Style Counsel

Thu, Jul 07, 2011

Are you looking for a figure flattering dress for the upcoming racing festival? I have selected some showstopping numbers that will turn you into an glamorous racegoer.

For a sultry summery day look with a vintage feel, go for this stylish floral dress from Standun in Spiddal. The wide waistband with floral prints and the lace up will show off your waist, and the cap sleeves are elegant and comfortable. Wear it with an oversized hat and blue gloves for a sixties look.

Notes for the season

Thu, Jul 07, 2011

A good make-up brush can create a flawless finish, and specific brushes are made for specific tasks. Invest in the best quality you can, because they will give you greater control, come with more hairs to grab more pigment, and you will be able to distribute colour more evenly.

Get a whiter than white Hollywood smile with a Polar White Pro Pen at Therapie

Thu, Jul 07, 2011

Teeth whitening has been taken to a whole new level with the arrival of the Polar White Pro Pen, available at Therapie Clinic on Shop Street. Developed by professionals, it has been clinically proven to gently but dramatically whiten even the most stained and tarnished teeth, by up to six shades after just six applications. It is an entirely safe and painless treatment and suitable for even the most sensitive teeth.

Gloss it up in the kitchen

Thu, Jul 07, 2011

Cooke & Lewis kitchens, now available at B&Q, offers the best products ensuring that your hub of the home is the place to be.

Tolco Antiques celebrate forty years in business

Thu, Jul 07, 2011

Founded in 1971, 2011 sees Tolco Antiques celebrate 40 years in business. On Tuesday July 12, Tolco is relocating to its new store. The official transition to the store, beside its old outlet, will take place at 10am.

To celebrate, Tolco is offering up to 30 per cent off all items and provides a free delivery service within a 60 mile radius. Tom and Breda are looking forward to welcoming all their existing and new customers to their new premises.

Get a great garden for less with McDonogh’s summer bargains

Thu, Jul 07, 2011

Get your summer off to a flying start with McDonogh’s in Ballybane, which is offering a minimum of 10 per cent and up to 30 per cent off all barbecues, barbecue accessories, pots and planters, water features, and garden furniture.

Spruce up your garden

Thu, Jul 07, 2011

You don’t have to do an entire overhaul of your garden to get it to feel fresh again. By making a few simple changes to your garden you can make it feel like new again, and even add value to your home.

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