Get out there for National Trails Day
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
If you are looking for something better then just another coach potato Sunday, then get the walking boots on and get out there for National Trails Day.
Read more ...Galway Triathlon Club takes a tip for Arthur
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
Galway triathlon athletes toasted Arthur’s Day with an unusual event on Thursday.
Read more ...Shtone mad
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
The queen had her annus horribilis, Himself had a weekus horribilis. We all did. His kidney stones were giving him jip. When you receive a call from your beloved’s colleague to say he has taken poorly and been rushed into hospital by bluelight taxi, (but don’t panic)... it’s not good. The mind goes into overdrive and we all know the mind’s a powerful thing. Flat to the mat down the M40 to find the hospital. Phone goes on the blink leaving me incommunicado. Then the SatNav gives me the two fingers and decides to pack it in, just to add to the mix. I cannot find the hospital and feel like the Connemara man...which way in here is owit! I don’t know who is collecting the kids. It’s very hard to cry and drive at the same time. The words of my hero Samuel Beckett spring to mind, ‘Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better.’ So, no matter, A&E was found.
Read more ...Walk with students for heart charity
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
The public are being urged to don their walking shoes and take part in a walk being organised by the Irish Heart Foundation and GMIT Students’ Union to promote World Heart Day tomorrow (Thursday).
Read more ...New directory of services for older people launched
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
A new directory of services for older people has been launched in the city to mark Positive Ageing Week which runs until Saturday.
Read more ...Don Stiffe to play charity gig
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
GALWAY FOLK singer-songwriter Don Stiffe, will play a charity gig tomorrow night in aid of the Niall Mellon Township Trust.
Read more ...Join Brendan McCarthy on the last leg of 1,000 run for breast cancer
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
A 1,000 mile run to rise funding and awareness in support of the National Breast Cancer Research Institute will conclude in Galway tomorrow.
Read more ...Deadline looms for local entrepreneur awards
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
Galway businesses planning to enter the inaugural SCCUL Entrepreneur of the Year awards are being urged to submit their entries as soon as possible.
Read more ...Labour sets its sights on two seats in Galway West
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
Fianna Fáil will struggle to hold two seats in Galway West at the next General Election, while Fine Gael is confident it can win two. Labour though has no intention of letting the ‘big two’ have things all their own way.
Read more ...Traders unite to promote Galway’s West End
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
If you love music, are interested in art, and enjoy good food, then Galway’s ‘West End’ is the place to be and local traders are encouraging Galwegians to “cross the bridge” and check it out.
Read more ...Win Arcade Fire tickets at the College Pizza Party
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
Fan of Arcade Fire? Have a good eye for counting? Well, then you need to get down to the Galway Shopping Centre today where the College Pizza Party is taking place with the chance to win concert tickets and get free helpings of delicious pizza.
The College Pizza Party takes place today between 3pm and 7pm with iRadio’s Fergal D’Arcy broadcasting live at the Galway Shopping Centre on the Headford Road. Participants will have the chance to enter into a competition to win tickets to see Arcade Fire and free accommodation for 10 friends, but that’s not all, there will also be delicious free pizza sponsored by Papa John’s Pizza as well as competition spot prizes and giveaways.
Read more ...Townhouse Bar soccer blitz to support Enable Ireland
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
The Townhouse Bar will hold its second annual five-a-side soccer blitz on Saturday October 16. The event will be in aid of the fantastic local charity Enable Ireland. The blitz will place at Drom Soccer Park from 1pm on the day.
Read more ...Furniture and collectibles auction for Galway Simon
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
A massive auction of antique, vintage, and quirky furniture and collectibles will be held in the Oslo Microbrewery, Salthill, on Saturday October 9 at 2pm.
Read more ...Moycullen walking club
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
A meeting will be held in the Forge Bar, Moycullen on Tuesday October 5, at 8.30pm, with a view to forming a Walking Club in the Moycullen Area. All interested in the healthy pastime of walking are invited to attend.
Read more ...Have your say, on your role, in the history of Galway
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
For many people history is the big events - 1916, the War of Independence, the hunger strikes - and the major political personalities, be they Éamon deValera, Charles Haughey, or Ian Paisley, but that is not the full story.
Read more ...Kilkenny launches autumn/winter 2010 fashion collection
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
The Kilkenny store in Galway will host the official launch of its autumn/winter 2010 fashion collection on Tuesday, October 5.
Customers and friends are invited along to this special event to see the latest designs from the collections of Orla Kiely, Quin and Donnelly, Guess, Fossil, Mischa Barton, Eva Kayan, St Martins, and Cop Copine.
Read more ...Golf fans can watch Ryder Cup in 3D
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
The 2010 Ryder Cup becomes the first golfing event to be screened in 3D.
Fagan’s at Hotel Meyrick will screen every stroke, birdie, and bogey of the ball live from Friday October 1 to Sunday October 3.
Read more ...New menswear brand to benefit Chernobyl charity
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
Suits Distributors Ireland Ltd hopes to launch a new range of clothing in honour of legendary Irish boxer and performer Jack Doyle this year.
Read more ...One hundred per cent Irish beauty salon opens in Oranmore
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
Bláthanna, a new beauty salon which has opened in Oranmore, uses exclusively luxury Irish products. The salon is owned and run by Suzanne Murphy who believes strongly in the selection of products for the business. “It was an easy decision when it came down to it, I wanted to support the Irish economy while using the most luxurious and organic products possible,” she said.
Read more ...What you need to know about laser hair removal
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
There has never been a better time to stop the misery of endless shaving, plucking, or waxing. They all have their benefits, but their effects remain temporary. Laser hair removal offers a much more permanent solution and it has never been so affordable.
It is important to see a trained professional who is experienced in laser hair removal; choosing the right laser and therapist is the crucial part in achieving the kind of results you desire. Laser is attracted to pigment in hair, therefore it is generally unsuitable for blonde or grey hair.
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