Westport drama group beat the recession blues with Galway performance of classic play

Thu, May 26, 2011

St Patricks Drama Group Westport, a non-profit organisation founded in 1964, are coming to Galway next week with their newest production Widows Paradise. This three-act comedy, written by Sam Cree, is one of the most entertaining plays ever staged by the group and will transport the audience to nostalgic moments of the 60s and will be staged at the Town Hall on Thursday June 2.

Martin's Mad about Galway Bay seafood

Thu, May 26, 2011

This week Galway’s favourite fish shop, Galway Bay Seafood’s will feature on the popular RTE programme Martin’s Still Mad About Fish. The programme is presented by chef Martin Shanahan whose mission is to get people eating more fish!

Body Benefits offers summer specials

Thu, May 26, 2011

Body Benefits at The Cornstore, Augustine Street, Galway tick all the right boxes for skincare and medical laser treatment, with on-site medically qualified staff, and over 17 years’ clinical experience and gold standard medical laser and IPL treatments.

Cobwebs — a haven for jewellery lovers

Thu, May 26, 2011

Nestling on the edge of Galway’s Latin Quarter, Cobwebs is a haven for jewellery lovers boasting an eclectic collection of both antique and new jewellery. Chosen for beauty and quality each piece is a reflection of the owner’s passion for and knowledge of, jewellery throughout history.

Beautiful and affordable lingerie at Change

Thu, May 26, 2011

For great quality lingerie at an affordable price, make your way to bra fitting specialist Change Lingerie Galway, located at No. 11 Eglinton Street.

Four decades of design excellence at the Kilkenny Shop

Thu, May 26, 2011

The Kilkenny Shop, 6/7 High Street is Ireland's largest emporium for Irish-designed products. It offers customers a modern and contemporary interpretation based on the very best in Irish traditions.

Lift staff recuitment embargo to achieve a one tier public health system, pleads councillor

Thu, May 26, 2011

A former vice chairperson of the HSE West’s regional health forum says the new Government must lift the embargo on staff recruitment at the city’s public hospitals if it is seriously committed to a one-tier public health system.

Country and Irish as Gaeilge with John Beag

Thu, May 26, 2011

JOHN BEAG agus Na hAncairí are well known throughout Connemara as a highly popular country and Irish band, but it is very rare they play Galway city.

That changes tomorrow when they play the Town Hall Theatre at 8.30pm. Band leader John Beag Ó Flatharta ‘an tAncaire’ has played across Connemara for more than 20 years, creating a niche for himself through his country songs as Gaeilge.

What is to be found in a girl’s face?

Thu, May 26, 2011

SUMMER OF Love, an installation of photographic images by the Not Abel collective, is currently on show in Bar 8, Dock Road.

Future is bright for Lighthouse Networks

Thu, May 26, 2011

Galway-based company Lighthouse Networks has just announced the expansion and enhancement of its wireless broadband service in several rural areas of County Galway and County Clare. These include areas around Barna, Headford and Moycullen which have “line of sight” to Tonabrucky. Other areas which now enjoy enhanced coverage include Kinvara, Gort and Loughrea in County Galway, as well as Lahinch, Miltown Malbay and Spanish Point in County Clare.

LookWest.ie shortlisted for Social Media Award

Thu, May 26, 2011

LookWest.ie, the Western Development Commission’s online guide to living, working, and doing business in Ireland’s Western Region, is in the running for a Social Media Award at tonight’s award ceremony. The campaign has been shortlisted in the Use Of Social Media By A State Body category.

Chrysalis Dance selected for Dublin Dance Festival

Thu, May 26, 2011

GALWAY DANCE company Chrysalis Dance have had their piece Connect For included in this year’s Dublin Dance Festival.

Nine decades of racing at Ballinrobe marked by two day festival

Thu, May 26, 2011

Ballinrobe Racecourse is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a two day meeting on Monday and Tuesday. After a sterling crowd attended the opening meeting of the year, the course commitee will be eagerly anticipating another large attendance for the first two day meeting of the year. This fixture traditionally attracts a big crowd as the holiday season draws closer.

“This meeting is very popular. It attracts a lot of groups of people, many of which travel in buses from several regions. This year we hope will be no exception and already we’re practically booked up as far as the corporate hospitality is concerned, with the Corrib Restaurant booked out for both evenings. This all augurs well for another good meeting,” commented racecourse manager John Flannelly.

Bag yourself a bargain at Buy My Dress this Saturday

Thu, May 26, 2011

Designer labels and bargain prices don’t often occur together, however, much to the delight of Galway ladies the ‘Buy My Dress’ one day pop-up dress shop will offer this on Saturday May 28 in the g Hotel. With much anticipation the doors will open to the public at 10am with admission free. The Galway event is part of Ireland’s largest one-day charity dress sale 'Buy My Dress' taking place in Galway, Cork, Dublin, Kerry, Mayo, Kilkenny, Wexford and Wicklow in aid of Down Syndrome Centre. Last year over 1,000 dresses were collected in Galway alone and hopes are high for a similarly successful event this time around.

Funderland – just three days of fun remaining

Thu, May 26, 2011

Funderland – the thrilling new sensation gracing the Galway docks will remain open to the public until this Sunday May 29.

Sports funding available to local organisations

Thu, May 26, 2011

Sports organisations wishing to receive financial help can now apply to the County Galway Local Sports Partnership.

Each year the partnership, in association with the Irish Sports Council, offers financial support to sports clubs and organisations which promote sport and recreation, and this year the fund has been boosted by a contribution from County Galway VEC.

Minister Hogan approves funding for waterworks

Thu, May 26, 2011

Phil Hogan, Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, yesterday approved the commitment of the necessary capital funding to enable Galway City Council accept the tender of €600,000 from Shareridge Ltd to carry out works under the National Water Conservation Programme.

Galway football and Cancer Care West announce 5,000km walk

Thu, May 26, 2011

Galway Football and Cancer Care West have teamed up to plan a novel fundraising drive. On June 18, a 5,000km sponsored walk will take place throughout every parish in the county. The walk for life, walk for health is being used to promote awareness of cancer which has a deep impact in every parish in Ireland.

Let Career & Life Planning create a positive future for you

Thu, May 26, 2011

Career & Life Planning provides a highly professional service for individuals to improve their career options or work performance while becoming more effective in all aspects of their lives.It is renowned for improving people’s career prospects through planning, preparation, communication and delivery. One hundred per cent of its clients agree that they are more prepared for their interview through Joe Delaney's approach.

Hector calls all United fans for Champions League party

Thu, May 26, 2011

Fresh from winning their 19th championship, Manchester United now take on Barcelona this Saturday in the UEFA Champions League final, and Kelly’s Bar is throwing a big party for all Man Utd fans. Leading the chants will be Hector Ó hEochagáin, who will also have a pre-match DJ set, so expect the Stone Roses, Happy Mondays, et al from the glory days of the ‘Madchester’ era.

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