A feast of football with Féile and club championship this weekend

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

There is a massive amount of Gaelic football action in Galway this weekend.

Three things we learnt in Markievicz Park

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

1- Ó Curraoin and Flynn improving significantly

Speech and language therapy with SpeechClinic

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

The SpeechClinic was established in 1992 and has a wealth of experience assessing and treating all types of communication disorders in both adults and children. The clinic has just moved to new premises in the Orsmond Clinic just opposite Lidl in Oranmore.

English language lessons at the Learning Institute

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

The Learning Institute in Galway is launching a new summer general English timetable offering both daytime and evening classes for all English language learners, with classes starting from €27. The course will focus on improving communication skills through English and focusing on English used in everyday situations, through continuous in-class practice. There will also be a focus on reading, writing, and listening skills.

Bodhran courses in the city centre

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

Most households around the country have an old bodhran lying around in a closet somewhere or hanging on a wall, but most people do not know how to play it.

Music summer camp returning to Salthill this July

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

The Sorcha Barry Piano Summer Workshop is returning to Galway city this July for four to 12-year-olds.

International School of Make-up Artistry now enrolling

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

The International School of Make-up Artistry is currently taking enrolments for its full time and part time courses. These courses cover all areas of beauty make-up, from beginners to advanced levels, including day, evening, bridal, airbrushing, fashion make-up, and all the latest trend looks.

Summer 2014 kayaking courses at Corrib Canoe

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

Corrib Canoe Courses is a fun and friendly way to learn to kayak right in the middle of Galway city.

Schools out for summer

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

The corridors of most schools across Ireland will be empty of students tomorrow evening on the last day of the school academic year.

As students throughout Galway celebrate the start of their summer holidays, there are also working parents throughout the county who too have been counting down the days - a deadline in which they must finalise last-minute camps, activities, holidays, and child-minding arrangements to fill the nine weeks ahead.

Why Joan Burton is the best choice for Labour leader

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

Insider is, this week, looking at the contest for the Labour leadership, from a Labour perspective, in the aftermath of what was a disastrous election for the party in which it lost three seats on the Galway City Council.

New antiques shop opens in Headford

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

Rosie’s, a new antiques and gift shop, has opened in High Street, Headford and will hold an open day on Friday.

Huge turn out for the Galway Simon Kick Assphalt Race

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

The sun shone and the crowds came out for the Galway Simon Kick Assphalt Race on Sunday.

Independence Day party at The Stock Exchange Bar

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

Exchange Bar The Stock Exchange Bar is celebrating Independence Day on Friday July 4.

Open day at health and herbs for Enable Ireland Galway

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

Health and Herbs is holding an open day at its premises on Sea Road on Saturday from 12 noon to 4pm in aid of local charity Enable Ireland.

World Cup moneyback bonanza with Tom Dempsey Flooring

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

Tom Dempsey Flooring, Oranmore, is offering a unique moneyback offer for flooring products purchased during the World Cup.

For those who buy any carpets, wood, rugs, laminate or luxury vinyls that are manufactured or originated in a country that wins the World Cup, Tom Dempsey will refund 50 per cent of the produce price.

Big O Taxis treats children of Lakeview School

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

The weather played its part in a wonderful day out for special needs children from Lakeview School, organised by Big O Taxis, in conjunction with Londis, Newcastle Rd, and Turoe Pet Farm.

Further reductions at Kilkenny’s end of season sale

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

The Kilkenny Shop has extended its end of season sale with further reductions on fashion and accessories.

Youth Work Ireland and CAPE achieve success with ‘Just for the Health of It’ initiative

Thu, Jun 26, 2014

Youth Work Ireland Galway and the CAPE, Circles and Peer Education, Project would like to congratulate their health and wellbeing group “Just for the Health of it” for achieving their Youth Pass Certificates.