UNWRA delegate to give eye-witness account of Gaza

Thu, Aug 20, 2009

In a presentation to be held at The Imperial Hotel tonight (Thursday) UNWRA delegate Susan Johnson will give an eye-witness account of what the people of Gaza have endured.

Salthill Community Arts Festival

Thu, Aug 20, 2009

Salthill Community Arts Festival will be held from September 18 to 20. Highlights of the festival will include an art trail, live music, busking, photography competitions, and a wide variety of street art.

Fundraising fashion show for breast cancer research

Thu, Aug 20, 2009

A fundraising fashion show and cocktail party will be held at Lisloughrey Lodge on Thursday September 3.

Book sale at Charlie Byrne’s

Thu, Aug 20, 2009

Charlie Byrne’s bookshop is continuing its celebration of 20 years in business this Saturday with an end of summer three for the price of two sale on all books.

Information evening for those who have been made redundant

Thu, Aug 20, 2009

Hession Life & Pensions Ltd, Oranmore is holding an information evening for people who have recently been made redundant. The theme of the evening will be focused on advice about how to manage your pension fund, options for your redundancy money and how to deal with continuing life cover following job loss. Qualified experts will be available to advise on these topics.

Petworld to host Crumlin charity event

Thu, Aug 20, 2009

Petworld Limited is holding a multi-branch charity event this Saturday in aid of Crumlin Hospital for Sick Children in Dublin. Each of the branches, Galway, Athlone, and Castlebar will be holding a day of fun and activities on Saturday August 22 from12 noon. They are hoping to raise lots of money for this worthy cause.

Indian Cultural Festival this weekend

Thu, Aug 20, 2009

GALWAY INDIAN Community is organising an Indian fun and cultural fair to celebrate India’s Independence Day on August 22. Events throughout the day will include an exhibition of authetic Indian attire, food stalls, jewellery, and clothing. The event will be held at St Joseph’s Community Hall, Ashe Road, Shantalla, and all are welcome. For further information on the day or to book a stall contact [email protected] or visit www.galwayindiancommunity.com

Mayo pharmacies resume normal service, but dispute is not over

Fri, Aug 14, 2009

The pharmacy/HSE action is over for now with hundreds of pharmacists once again dispensing medicines under the Community Drug Schemes. But the Irish Pharmaceutical Union has warned that if the HSE places any obstacles in the way of pharmacies resuming normal services they will be met with a “very swift response”.

Leaving Certificate results and CAO offers 2009

Thu, Aug 13, 2009

The results
Results are personal to each student. Each student had his/her own personal goal and dream, some with specific courses and colleges in mind, so using the days between results and CAO offers can help to put things into perspective, particularly should students believe they may not achieve their chosen course. But neither can any student rush to judgement — so the waiting for actual CAO offers is equally essential. Student privacy is also important, so it does help if parents and relations and neighbours allow for this.

PLC courses at the Presentation

Thu, Aug 13, 2009

The Presentation Secondary School, Galway, has provided post Leaving Certificate courses since the 1990s. It has built up a strong tradition in equipping its students with skills, particularly in its information technology and business courses.

Expand your horizons with the Irish College of Hairdressing

Thu, Aug 13, 2009

Hairdressing is a mix of passion and expertise. For most hairdressers working in the industry, achieving their qualification is an ambition they held right through school and sometimes as they pursued other careers before finding their natural roots in the industry. The Irish College of Hairdressing, based in Galway city, is the leading international college of hairdressing in Ireland, offering the world recognised City & Guilds qualifications in hairdressing and barbering. More than 75 per cent of students attending the college have achieved a distinction making it the number one choice for those who wish to achieve the very best from their hairdressing training.

New and unique study and tuition centre for Galway

Thu, Aug 13, 2009

This academic year sees the opening of a new and modern study and tutorial centre in the heart of Galway. The centre is run by The Galway City Education Company and is aptly named Galway City Ed.

A beautiful new career

Thu, Aug 13, 2009

The Georgina Price College of Beauty Therapy, Galway, is currently enrolling for its comprehensive autumn schedule of classes.

PLC courses at the Presentation

Thu, Aug 13, 2009

Mercy College, Galway, is situated in Newtownsmith, just minutes from the city centre. It offers FETAC level 5 awards in tourism and travel studies, business studies, business and insurance studies, and childcare studies.

Get the edge with Moycullen Study Centre

Thu, Aug 13, 2009

Moycullen Study Centre is housed in a newly renovated building conveniently located in Moycullen village. The study centre provides supervised study facilities in a bright, spacious environment.

Schoolwear value at The Schoolwear Centre

Thu, Aug 13, 2009

When shopping for school uniforms parents need to be assured that they are getting the best of quality at the very best prices. This is indeed what parents can expect from The Schoolwear Centre in Liosban, Galway, and at Chapel Lane, Tuam. The Schoolwear Centre specialises in schoolwear and the staff are dedicated to assisting every customer in the friendliest manner. Staff know it can be stressful shopping when parents have a few children, so the store is completely child friendly and of course there is free parking right outside the door, making shopping ultra convenient.

Make school lunches more enticing

Thu, Aug 13, 2009

It will soon be time to think about school lunches again. Nutritionist Nuala Collins has a few tips to help make them more exciting and enticing for picky youngsters.

• Get kids involved in choosing and making their own school lunches from the first day of school term. Nuala says, “Any child from second class in primary school and upwards can join in — if they can dress Barbie or play XBox games, they have the dexterity needed to make a sandwich or fill a roll or wrap.”

Mór Oil Galway Summer Rally 2009 launched

Thu, Aug 13, 2009

Top motorsport cars, teams, and enthusiasts are expected to roll into town and burn rubber during the Mór Oil Galway Summer Rally 2009 which was officially launched at the Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry, last Friday, August 7.

Tag rugby blitz to benefit two local charities

Thu, Aug 13, 2009

A charity Tag rugby blitz to be held at the end of the month will benefit two local charities.

Coeliac cookery

Thu, Aug 13, 2009

The Western branch of the Coeliac Society of Ireland will hold a cookery demonstration on Tuesday August 18 at 7pm at the Clybaun Hotel, Knocknacarra.

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