Saint Patrick was born in 387AD in Britain as Maewyn Succat. His father Calphurnius was a Roman official. Saint Patrick was kidnapped at age 16 and sold into slavery in Ireland, according to his autobiography. He escaped by boat to Britain after six years of captivity and traveled to St. Martin’s monastery in Tours, France,… Read more »
Posts By: Josette Farrell
Interior Design Hints & Tips—Decorating Hall / Stairs / Landing
The hallway is the first impression you get of your home, so it’s important to take time to plan and decorate it so as to make it warm and welcoming for your family and visitors. It also sets the tone for the rest of the house. The hall, stairs and landing are the connecting spaces,… Read more »
High Rise Buildings Belong to the City, Not Claregalway Village
by Sean Flanagan I have been asked: What do I think of the appearance of Claregalway village? I don’t know whether this is a question that exercises the minds of many people in a collective sense with the notable exception of the Amenity Group and some individual householders. To address the question I will broaden… Read more »
Calista Beauty—Now Open
Riveroaks Shopping Centre, Claregalway 091 799804 www.calistabeauty.com Monday–Wednesday 9.30am–7pm Thursday–Friday 9.30am–9pm Saturday 9.30am–5pm Sunday by appointment only This alternative holistic approach towards a healthy life is of value for everybody. Body orientated therapy has been used and people have benefited from it for many decades. There is a growing awareness in the healing professions of the link between… Read more »
Claregalway Agricultural Show March 2001
Thank you from the Claregalway Show. “Empty, bare and desolate” were the words used to describe race courses around Ireland during the week but it wasn’t the case at the Summerfield race course on Saturday night, March 3rd. With mats in place, all our horses went to post. Just one noticeable difference, instead of the… Read more »
Mortuary Chapel/Meeting Room Project March 2001 Update
You can’t but have noticed how well the building programme, which commenced on February 5th, is progressing—thanks in no small way to the very welcome dry weather during much of February. Tosach maith leath na h-oibre. The total amount contributed during the month of February come to £7,510. This includes a very generous donation of… Read more »
Compántas Lir “Take a Break” with Mammoth Carr play
Having wowed audiences around the country last year with Mike Hession’s stunning production of Oscar Wilde’s An Ideal Husband, one could have forgiven Compántas Lir for taking some time out from the competitive festival circuit and putting their feet up this year. However, their idea of a break is to ambitiously stage the powerful Marina… Read more »
Enneagram—A Brief Description of the Nine Types
Perfectionists are realistic, conscientious, and principled. They strive to live up to their high ideals. Helpers are warm, concerned, nurturing, and sensitive to other people’s needs. Achievers are energetic, optimistic, self-assured, and goal oriented. Romantics have sensitive feelings and are warm and perceptive. Observers have a need for knowledge and are introverted, curious, analytical, and… Read more »
Claregalway Leisure Centre AGM 2001
The Annual General Meeting of the Claregalway Leisure Centre will be held in the Centre on Tuesday 6th March at 9pm. Please mark this very important date in your diary. The Leisure Centre is managed by a committee who voluntarily give of their time to co-ordinate the many and various acitivities that take place, maintain… Read more »
Saint Brigid
Saint Brigid is remembered for her generous nature and her kindness. Her special day is 1st February, the first day of spring. There is a lovely cross called St.Brigid’s cross and it is special because it is said to protect your home from evil. Long ago people always put a St.Brigid’s cross over the door… Read more »
Choosing a Career—Butcher
The Work of a Butcher The work of a Butcher can be divided into two main areas—retail and wholesale. The Retail Butcher cuts up and prepares animal carcasses for retail sales. The range of duties includes preparing cuts of meat to order, handling cash and serving at the counter. The Retail Butcher may also make… Read more »
Claregalway Adult Choir Night Out
The adult choir enjoyed their Christmas Party recently in the Menlo Park Hotel. The night out took place on Saturday 6th January which was a nice way to finish up all the Christmas festivities. One last fling, plenty of food, drink, music and dancing was enjoyed by one and all and probably everyone was happy… Read more »