Fundraiser for ‘transformed’ Ronan Scully to take part in North Pole challenge

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

A regional representative with the humanitarian charity GOAL in the west and the midlands will take part in the world’s “coolest marathon” at the North Pole in April.

NUIG Students’ Union vows to keeps pressure on new TDs

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

Labour TDs Derek Nolan and Colm Keaveney will come under severe pressure from the NUI Galway Students’ Union not to re-introduce third level fees in any form.

Face of Galway politics to change over next 48 hours

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

The face of Galway politics will be changed completely over the next 48 hours as the county, across its two constituencies, will return between five to seven new TDs.

The art of make-up at the International School of Make Up Artistry

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

The International School of Make Up Artistry is currently taking enrolments for courses commencing in March.

Jes going to the dogs

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

Coláiste Iognáid, on Sea Road, has launched a major fund-raising initiative to support the building project currently on-going at the school.

Yeats College Irish oral preparation course

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

As the exam season approaches, oral examinations will be taking place over the coming weeks in the language subjects. A great deal of emphasis is placed on the spoken element of the language examinations, with between 20 and 25 per cent of the marks allowed for the oral element. A strong performance in the oral examinations can set students up for an excellent overall result in Irish, French, German, and Spanish. It is important, therefore, that students spend time preparing for their oral language examination. While students cannot predict what direction their conversation may take, there are a number of common themes and techniques which can be utilised to help improve performance.

The Yeats College Irish oral preparation course gives students the opportunity to improve their conversational skills in order to ensure a more relaxed and confident performance. The course is delivered by a team of fluent speakers who have a vast knowledge of the curriculum, and who have successfully prepared many students for the oral examinations throughout the years. The carefully selected group of teachers and professionals will focus on a variety of aspects including vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, phraseology, basic and advanced topics.

Atlantic College offers a wide range of childcare and related courses

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

With the introduction of the Government's free pre-school year under the ECCE scheme those working and managing childcare services are now required to enhance and upgrade their qualifications. Atlantic College Galway has responded to this need by introducing a range of FETAC courses in the early childhood care and education sector, the most popular being the FETAC Level 5 certificate in childcare and the FETAC Level 6 advanced certificate in childcare. These courses are delivered in Atlantic College on Saturdays, beginning March 26. The Saturday delivery is proving very popular with childcare students, many of whom are working in childcare services during the week and can dedicate Saturday to study.

Discover a new career at GMIT hotel school

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

With a dedicated hotel school offering degree programmes in everything from culinary arts to event management, and catering facilities that few can match, GMIT is probably the best place in the country from which to launch a successful career in the hospitality sector.

Galway Film Centre courses

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

THE GALWAY Film Centre is running a range of evening and weekend courses in animation, special effects, and how to make a short film.

Man losing battle with alcohol sent to jail following cider theft

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

A man with a serious history of alcoholism had a suspended sentence of four months reactivated and received a further one month in jail for thefts of cider when he appeared at Galway District Court this week.

Overcoming recession distress

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

Every patient who consults Harvey Wasserman these days suffers from stress or anxiety, fear or terror. It is not just the economic recession. There is a hopelessness about the future. Collapse in trust of the people in authority is a major factor. This includes politicians, banks and regulators. They did not guide or protect us.

Galway Community College five a side tournament

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

On Saturday March 5, a group of event management students from Galway Community College will run a five-a-side soccer tournament in aid of the Galway Hospice Home Care and Day Care services .The tournament will kick off at 1pm in Drom AstroTurf Grounds, home of Salthill Devon.

Citylites goes from strength to strength in massive new showroom

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

Citylites is celebrating 25 years in business this year and has recently relocated from Eglinton Street to their spectacular new showroom in the 20,000 square foot building at Peter Curran Electric, in Ballybane, Galway — evidence that this family run business is going from strength to strength.

Now under one roof you can source all your lighting and general electrical requirements from modern switches and sockets in a multitude of colours and finishes to the finest chandeliers on the market.

Central Park presents Mr Hudson next week

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

Taking time from his heavy studio schedule working on his follow up album to visit Central Park in Galway on Tuesday next March, Mr Hudson will be laying down his vocals to what is anticipated to be a packed club, followed by an exclusive DJ set from the man himself . Doors at 22.30 .

Get your glee on at CP

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

Central Park presents its Glee theme night tonight (February 24) this week. With performances from the high kicking, hot stepping CP Cheerios on the night, Best Glee themed costume will win a fantastic prize and music on the main floor from Glee all night long.

Fran and Jane Mega Blitz at Radisson Blu this weekend

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

Fran and Jane is one of the longest running fashion labels in Ireland, set up in 1974. The company is unique because it manufactures, wholesales, retails and is all in-house design led. Attention to detail, individuality, quality, price points, style and service are a few words that the company bases its business on.

The Backstage Bar opens at Monroe's

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

Sunday March 6 sees the opening of another new bar at Monroe's Live Music Venue. The Backstage Bar, located at the back of the venue's main stage upstairs, has a capacity of up to 180 people and will run a special Sunday Night Season.

For a night of rockabilly and kitsch glamour, Monroe's have put together a sensational combo of Joe Fury & the Hayride and the beautiful Kit Kola to rock the newly named Backstage Bar for a special Sunday Night launch.

Local photographer to head up National Family Portrait Day

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

Professional photographer Clare O Regan has been appointed Galway county manager of National Family Portrait Day.

Galway Antique Fair

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

The Galway antique and collectors fair which was to be held on December 5 last and was postponed due to the weather will now be held this Sunday February 27 in the Galway Bay Hotel, Salthill.

Discover your motivation at the Coast Club

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

It’s that time of year again, we’ve piled on a few pounds and our clothes are feeling a little too snug! The recent Arctic conditions have not helped, getting out and about has not been easy! But now the long evenings are upon us and our energy levels are increasing.

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