Sunday lunch at The Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Galway

Tue, Jan 17, 2017

Located on the banks of Lough Atalia and overlooking Galway Bay, the Radisson Hotel certainly has an impressive location. It is just a stone's throw from Eyre Square and all the high profile shops, restaurants, and bars it has to offer, and a handy stroll to the bustling pubs and eateries of Quay Street. It enjoys close proximity to the bus and railway stations, all main city bus routes, and there are taxi ranks aplenty on the doorstep. Ireland West Airport is 88.5km from the hotel while Galway Racecourse is just a 10-minute drive (assuming that it is not during the actual races, when your guess is as good as mine). Despite being so close to all of this activity, it stands slightly aloof, tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac on top of the hill with tranquil views of the water.

The 53 Coffee House has opened in Oranmore Business Park

Tue, Jan 17, 2017

The simplistic and rustic decor of The 53 Coffee House is the perfect setting to enjoy the best coffee around, the aromatic smell of coffee warmly invites you into the light and cosy cafe with a coffee menu that has you spoilt for choice.

Engage ’17: Adult Learning Event that focuses on you!

Mon, Jan 16, 2017

If you are interested in upskilling, changing careers, or are unsure about what study option to take, then come along to Engage ’17 on Saturday, 28th January in the Connacht Hotel from 10-1pm.

Go on an adventure in 2017 with Corrib Travel

Mon, Jan 16, 2017

Our Programme of adventure tours is designed to suit those who don’t mind roughing it occasionally.

Make home improvement your New Year's resolution

Fri, Jan 13, 2017

The New Year has arrived and with it resolutions of self improvement will be made and broken within the first week of January. However, why not make an achievement New Year's resolution by treating yourself and your home to a makeover.

Leaf and Bean brings cafe culture to Tuam

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

The truth of the matter is that in the large town of Tuam there is not much to choose from in the way of cafes and restaurants. When asked for recommendations of where to go for the best food and atmosphere, my advice would have been to pack some sandwiches to eat in your car. Pedros was, for a long time, the safest bet for somewhere to take the kids, until Lumberjacks Woodfired Pizza came along and offered another choice. Still very few places for a town of that size.

Join the cookbook club at Kai Cafe + Restaurant

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

The Kai cookbook club, which runs over four months beginning in January, lets diners experience some of head chef Jess’s favourite cookbooks. Each cookbook club evening focuses on the recipes from one book, cooked Kai style.

MSC to launch new state of the art cruise ships

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

MSC has announced plans to launch 10 new cruise ships in the next 10 years, featuring extraordinary new-era design with innovative technology and spectacular entertainment options.

Last chance to avail of huge savings in G Furniture winter sale

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

The winter sale at G Furniture and Carpets on the Tuam Road, Galway, must end this Sunday with huge savings across all departments. The company guarantees the best value for money in Galway in carpets and furniture with savings of up to 70 per cent on special sale items and end of line ranges.

New Year’s sale continues at An Siopa Troscan, Moycullen

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

See the full range of quality Irish manufactured suites at An Siopa Troscan in Moycullen, where all suites can be made to order. The full range of styles covers everything from contemporary to traditional.

Don’t leave it until secondary school to get help with maths

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

This is the advice for all parents of primary school children who are experiencing difficulties at school with this core subject. Frank Murphy, manager of FCL Galway, explains that one of the keys to success in maths is having a solid fluency in the foundational maths skills that are taught in primary school. Too often, students do not get sufficient practice at the different basic skills and so lack the confidence needed to tackle the more complex ideas that appear in secondary school mathematics and beyond. Often students lack the necessary fluency and feel that they are “no good at maths”.

Maths skills build one on top of the other starting with addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and division with remainders. It is only when the core skills are sufficiently secure that the student can proceed on to more complex computation in fractions, decimals, percentages, and algebra. Mastering maths is similar to mastering the piano: the growth of each skill is gradual and cumulative, each new improvement being built upon earlier achievements.

Making a good start to CAO Application 2017 this month

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

Deadline
The normal closing date for CAO Application 2017 is Wednesday February 1 at 5.15pm, with an online facility to amend course choices from February 6 to March 1 at 5.15pm.

Beechmount Art Studio expands to Oranmore

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

Beechmount Art Studio has launched a range of classes in its new facility at The Glassroom in Brazco Coffee Academy, Oranmore.

Learn the Montessori curriculum at GTI

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

GTI Adult Education term 2 is open for registration with a great choice of programmes on offer for 2017.

Nutrition, a career you will love

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

Every New Year we make resolutions we may or may not keep. “Be healthier. Love my work…” This year, make a real commitment to yourself and your passions.

GMIT secures EU funding to develop food entrepreneur-focused rural economies

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

GMIT has been awarded funding for a unique project called Creating Entrepreneurs in Food, which aims to build food innovation and entrepreneurship-focused rural communities and economies in the west, and develop a model for Ireland and Europe.

Irish classes for adults at Conradh na Gaeilge

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

Register now for Conradh na Gaeilge’s Irish course for adults. Classes focus on conversational Irish and cater to all levels, and commence the week of Monday January 30.

NUI Galway to hold CAO information evening

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

NUI Galway will hold a special information evening for prospective students on Wednesday January 18 from 5.30pm to 8.30pm in the Arts Millennium Building. The event is aimed at mature students, Leaving Certificate students, and parents/guardians.

Sol y Luna Spanish classes for adults, children, and Leaving Certificate intensive preparation seminars

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

Due to the success of Sol y Luna's Leaving Cert classes the company is now offering a block of intensive revision seminars which will be available on a bi-monthly basis.

Bodhran Magic — a brilliant start to 2017

Thu, Jan 12, 2017

Rhythm is in all of us, all you need is the right inspiration to find it. If you have always wanted to play music but do not know where to start, or you are already playing but do not know how to take your playing to the next level, now is the time. The new year Bodhran Magic adult group courses are kicking off soon and running in the city centre.

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