Liam Ó Briain, Irish rebel

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

Liam Ó Briain was born in Dublin in 1888. In 1916 he helped print the Proclamation and he served with Michael Mallin in the College of Surgeons during the Rising. He was subsequently interned in Wandsworth Prison and in Frongoch. In 1917 he was appointed professor of romance languages in UCG. He was jailed in Belfast in 1919/20. When he returned to Galway he was appointed as a judge in the Republican Courts In late 1920, he was having dinner in college when he was arrested by the Black and Tans, and jailed for 13 months in Galway and the Curragh. Some of his experiences in prison are vividly described in a recently published book.

A ‘cheerful, and amiable saint’.

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

In the early years of the 16th century, Stephen Lynch fitz Dominick was returning from an extended trading voyage in Spain. He set out with a full cargo, probably of hides, wool, and fish, which he hoped to trade for wine and iron with Spanish merchants. As he approached Galway port he was surprised to see a church and buildings almost completed on Fort Hill (originally called St Augustine’s Hill), a prominent site visible from both the town and the sea. They were not there when he left.

Training with the College of Naturopathic Medicine for a new career in nutrition

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

Retraining as a naturopathic nutritional therapist can open the door to a rewarding career helping yourself and others to better health. A diploma course in naturopathic nutrition can be studied part time at the College of Naturopathic Medicine in Galway, Dublin, or Cork.

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre sponsors young adults returning to education in Kenya

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre, a Department of Education recognised training institute, now in its 32nd year of business, is a quality school with Cambridge Exams Centre recognition, EAQUALS, Quality English, ACELS/QQI, and FETAC accreditation.

Happy New Year 2019 from the French Institute

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

This is the time of the year for les bonnes résolutions. Start 2019 by joining a French class in the pleasant environment of the French Institute, Galway's very own French school, located in the Bridge Mills. The friendly staff are fully qualified, very experienced, and native, thus ensuring all students are immersed in an authentic linguistic and cultural experience.

How to choose a coaching course

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

Choosing a course can be difficult. How do you distinguish between all the available options?

Card making demonstration and new class programme launch at Cregal Art

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

Cregal Art will host a free card making demonstration by Midi Walsh from Docraft on Saturday January 12. This will be a wonderful event full of ideas, tips, and techniques to be learned on the day.

Adult Irish language classes at Conradh na Gaeilge

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

Conradh na Gaeilge will hold a 10-week Irish language course, starting later this month.

There will be four different levels available on this course with a choice between Tuesday and Wednesday evening classes. The teachers have several years of experience facilitating classes to enable learners to develop what they hear, read, and speak in the language.

Learn to dance sean-nós in Club Áras na nGael

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

The next term of sean-nós dancing will commence on January 29 in Club Áras na nGael from 7pm onwards. There will be a beginners class from 7pm to 8pm, and an improvers class from 8pm to 9pm.

Higher Level Junior and Leaving Cert maths grinds course

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

Why not get a head start and master your maths problems now? The school year is moving fast, so now is a great time to get to work on your maths.

Bodhran Magic — a brilliant course for the new year

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

Rhythm is in all of us and January is the best time to start up on a new instrument. If you have always wanted to play music then the bodhran is the perfect instrument to get going on. The new Bodhran Magic adult group courses are registering now and starting very soon in the city centre.

New science toolkit to be distributed to schools across Ireland

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

A new science toolkit designed to teach children about environmental science will be distributed to 300 classrooms throughout Ireland. Launched during the 2018 Science Week at Scoil Iosef Naofa in Oranmore, the free educational toolkit ‘Spikey’s Journey: an Exploration Box’ is the culmination of a two year-long European project developed in Ireland by NUI Galway Cell EXLORERS, ProActivate Ireland, and Toodlelou Creativity Lab.

Heavily subsidised degree for women in business, enterprise, and community development

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

EQUAL Ireland is now offering a part-time three year BA degree in business, enterprise, and community development (accredited by AIT) commencing this January in Galway city.

Come for dinner, stay for free at Nox Hotel

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

There will be no such thing as singin’ the January blues this month thanks to the kindness and generosity of the people at Nox Hotel Galway. As 2019 begins, twinkling fairy lights and festive feasts might seem like a long time ago but with a great offer from Nox Hotel, there is still much to smile about.

See New England’s fall foliage with Insight Vacations and Fahy Travel Worldchoice

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

As a global leader in premium guided holidays, Insight Vacations has been crafting magical journeys that embody the “art of travelling in style” for 40 years. Through meticulous planning, detailed preparation, and boundless passion, Insight’s collection of award-winning itineraries showcase the most outstanding destinations and curated experiences in Europe and North America.

Is food making you ill?

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

Go out to a restaurant with friends, or take your child to a birthday tea, and chances are there will be someone there who cannot eat something because of a food allergy.

Spice up your January

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

January is a month for staying in beside a big fire and staying warm. The spicy dishes will help you do just that.

Low fat chicken curry

New year food trends

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

Food trends are pretty interesting if you are into that sort of thing. We have reached full saturation point with kale, quinoa, and avocado. Middle Eastern cuisine is now considered everyday, and the once mysterious coconut water has become available in the chilled drinks cabinet in all but the most rural of shops.

Athlone Springs Hotel - Springs Sale!

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

To celebrate jumping into the New Year Athlone Springs Hotel are launching their Spring Sale!

Shaking Up 2019 with New Cocktail Menu at DNA Nightclub

Thu, Jan 10, 2019

DNA Nightclub are launching their brand-new Cocktail Menu this Saturday, 12th January, with doors open from 11 pm. It’s a night not to be missed, with a delicious selection of Cocktails being shaken ‘n’ stirred up to be enjoyed.

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