New Mocha Beans Newcastle cafe opens to mark 20th year!

Wed, Nov 22, 2017

Two decades on for Mocha Beans as the café, roastery and Galway favourite turns twenty

Woolies, Wellies and Jobs to do!

Mon, Nov 20, 2017

Regular readers of Gardenwise will know that I’m firm believer in making your garden work all year round and in enjoying it for twelve months of the year. It’s very tempting as the days grow shorter and colder to retreat inside and forget all about the garden until spring rolls around. Whether we like it or not though, the garden’s still there and still visible from inside all winter long, even if we’re not spending much time outside. A little time and effort now will help keep things looking well throughout winter and beyond and ensure that the garden is ready to spring into growth next year, ideally without too much winter weather damage.

Zip-Lines Ireland’s into Big Business

Fri, Nov 17, 2017

Zip-Lines Ireland, the Award-winning business based in Athenry, is upping the ante with the introduction of a Commercial Zip-Line Range.

Pádraic Ó Conaire: man and monument

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

On October 6 1928, writer, journalist, teacher, and raconteur Pádraic Ó Conaire died in tragic poverty in Richmond Hospital, Dublin, at the age of 46. Since the turn of the century he had established himself as one of the leading lights of the Gaelic Revival, an innovative writer who pioneered the short story in Irish.

Under 16 Bish

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

This was the team representing St Joseph’s College which won the Rosebowl Cup in 1968.

Letter from Ted Hughes to Assia’s sister, Celia Chaikin, April 14 1969

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

Week III
Dear Celia, I should have written to you long ago but I’ve felt so absolutely smashed and not capable of talking to any one about what happened (three weeks earlier, her sister Assia had gassed herself, with her four-year-old daughter, Shura,). Your letter was a lot of support to me. I always liked you in your letters, and in what Assia told me about you, and you said just what was needed .

Dear Celia, I should have written to you long ago but I’ve felt so absolutely smashed and not capable of talking to any one about what happened (three weeks earlier, her sister Assia had gassed herself, with her four-year-old daughter, Shura,). Your letter was a lot of support to me. I always liked you in your letters, and in what Assia told me about you, and you said just what was needed .

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

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

The International School of Make-up Artistry spans more than 30 years, specialising in make-up artistry.

New Study Hub for fifth and sixth years at The Ardilaun

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

It is that time of the year again — the CAO is open for registration, the mocks are quickly approaching, and time is precious. Do you feel you would benefit from some extra supervised study time with an individual directed work plan? Well this could be your perfect opportunity.

Get career ready for 2018 with a payroll and bookkeeping award

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

GPA Solutions is offering a range of QQI Level 5 business awards catering for learners wishing to advance their business skills or for those who simply wish to gain an introduction to payroll or computerised accounts.

CPR and AED course at Western Management Centre

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

Anyone at any time can come upon someone having a heart attack or choking. Wouldn’t it be great if you could help someone survive such a life threatening situation? CPR and AED (automated external defibrillator) are indispensable and essential life skills. CPR, and using an AED, can be critical elements in the chain of survival when someone has a heart attack. The AED (or defibrillator as it is more commonly known) shocks the heart back into a normal rhythm.

Thoughts on transition year

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

Transition year is often described as the year where students can explore their options for the future and grow as individuals. It encourages the development of a student's social and personal skills while taking a break from the stress of exam years. This programme gives them more time to make a decision based on what job they would like to have, to master their weaknesses and mature in many different ways.

Making it in the global village

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

The CAO online application system has just recently opened, bringing many students to that critical juncture regarding decisions about their life path. Those who are considering apprenticeships, post Leaving Cert courses (PLCs), private colleges, and gap years still have time to mull over their options while they prepare for exams. Students who are seeking to enter programmes in a wide range of disciplines, in systems where entry requirements are low, need to make those big decisions soon.

Open day at St Mary's College

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

St Mary’s College will hold an open evening on Monday November 20 from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.

Get started on Christmas dinner with Heaney Meats

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

With Christmas just around the corner what better way to prepare than to start paying for your Christmas dinner now.

The Heaney Meats Christmas Club is now open. Customers can visit the factory shop and make payments of any amount each week or each time you are in store. Place an order in store or call in just before Christmas to pick up your meat.

Christmas entertaining

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

As the Christmas holiday season approaches, we often have guests calling to visit and it can be hard to think of healthy recipe alternatives to offer. Mince pies are always a crowd pleaser but the store-bought options generally come loaded with butter, sugar, and fat. Preparing your own healthier alternative is easier to do than you may think. These gluten free mince pies store well in an air tight container too, meaning you will always be ready for unexpected guests to arrive.

Discover authentic Italian cuisine this Christmas at Venice Restaurant

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

Venice Italian Restaurant is settling into its new, larger, premises at No 11 Lower Abbeygate Street, and this popular eatery is expanding its menu and wine list to celebrate the move.

Christmas is delicious with Cakes Devoured

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

Cakes Devoured specialises in personally designed and handcrafted cakes for all occasions and corporate events.

Christmas lunch filled with festive flavour at Hotel Meyrick

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

The luxury four star Hotel Meyrick is a magical winter wonderland each December with the Christmas market directly outside on Eyre Square and the elegant façade beautifully lit for the season. Guests are welcomed to Hotel Meyrick with seasonal scents and sights, twinkling with festive delight. The bustling Gaslight Bar & Brasserie on the ground floor is the perfect place to enjoy the party season. The atmosphere is second to none and sash windows offer incredible views of the Christmas Market and Ferris wheel on Eyre Square.

Walking through the doors of the hotel, guests will see beautifully adorned Christmas trees and a traditional gingerbread house display which is synonymous with the Meyrick at Christmas time. It truly is the home of Christmas in Galway each year.

Celebrate the season at 56 Central

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

56 Central is the ideal location for family gatherings this Christmas. This time of year is all about getting your close friends and family together to celebrate.

With large tables and plenty of room to relax, 56 Central is a must for large families who want to enjoy the Christmas festivities in a casual, child friendly, environment.

Hats off to new afternoon tea at the g Hotel

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

Long recognised as one of the best afternoon teas in Galway, the g Hotel has just introduced a new millinery inspired edition celebrating its design director and haute couture milliner Philip Treacy.

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