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Welcome to the 45th edition of the Craic in Galway magazine. It’s the

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Easter weekend and the foodies amongst us will be taking part in the

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Galway Food Festival, happening across the city. We have the lowdown

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next fortnight. The gals of Galway are also on show as the finalists have been selected for Miss Galway 2015. You can find out more about all of

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the wonderful contestants in these pages and the winner will take part

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Friday 3rd April 2015

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The fabulous life of Phyllis Daly

numerous other fundraising events for charities such as Alzheimers Association, Console, Croi heart foundation, Parkinsons ,Clayton Corporate events, a Night for Tomas at Flannerys and Merlin woods primary school fashion show - raising over €6k for play equipment. And thats just the tip of the iceberg!.

• 10am: Savour the aroma and flavour of different coffees at McCambridges on Shop Street.

• 12pm: The Galway ideal homes exhibition takes place this weekend at the Galway Bay Hotel, Salthill.

• 12pm: The g Hotel will host an Easter themed afternoon tea; Kai restaurant has organised an ‘around the market place’ tour; Eat @ Massimo have a popup fish shop or learn how to make the perfect scone at The Skeff.

Where is Phyllis now.?

Phyllis is visiting her sister who lives in New Zealand. She is on a one year holiday visa but will be back in Ireland soon to do more work here.

• 1pm: The Twelve will host A Celebration of Local Lobster.

• 2pm: The Skeff hosts Pastry Delights; Thai Garden Restaurant will host Tasty Bites from the Barbecue.

• 3pm: The Ardilaun Bistro hosts Artisan Afternoon Tea • 4pm: Cava Bodega hosts the Corrib Princess boat tour and BBQ; learn sweet and savoury breads at The Skeff; The Malt House host a talk on St. Tola Cheese.

• 5pm: Music For Galway presents Juxta Crucem: Music For Good Friday at St Nicholas Collegiate Church.

• 5.30pm: Discover New Nordic Cuisine at Aniar with guest chef Sasu Laukkonen.

• 7.30pm: Paddy Burkes host A Taste of Clarinbridge; McCambridge’s host a Hunter Gatherer Feast.

• 8pm: A fundraising gala night organised by Saving Grace will take place at the Clayton hotel Ballybrit this evening.

Who is Phylis Daly ?

By Sunny JUDDY Phyllis Daly is a professional job-seeker turned philanthropist from Limerick who is well known for her charitable fundraising. She is a single hardworking volunteer who is one of three children, with one sister and one brother and is a full time carer for her mum. Phyllis is a Virgo and is very spiritual in her beliefs.

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The first time Phyllis stepped on stage was at a fundraiser in the Loughrea hotel. This was where her work as a fundraiser began.

Phyllis hosted a fundraiser for GAP - Galway Autism Partnership in Jan 2014 at the Clayton. Over €13k was raised for the charity with over 1,000 in attendance. She has hosted

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• 2pm: Trading Faces Stage School presents song and dance from West Side Story, Fame and Happily Ever After at the Town Hall Theatre. Also at 7pm.

What do you want to say to all those who love you and love what you do for the galway community?

As a woman, I have always felt the inner need to help people. It is my calling in life! I have never felt so loved and appreciated anywhere as I have in Galway.

All I can wish is that everyone in Galway will try to help others as I do and remember to have fun and don’t take yourself too seriously. I love you with all my heart and will be back soon for more craic with a fabulous bunch of people.

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Saturday 4th April 2015 • 12:30pm: A West African Djembe and Dunun Workshop takes place at An Seomra Yoga, Sea Road.

A Hair-raising Experience

• 10am: Learn butter and bread making for children in Kai cafe.

• 11am Kid’s Pizza Masterclass takes place at Tom Sheridan’s.

• 11.30am: Kai restaurant has organised an ‘around the market place’ tour (also 3pm).

• 11:45pm: Artisan restaurant will host A Taste of America while Loam restaurant looks at recipes using seasonal produce at 12.

• 12pm: A teddy bears picnic takes place at Woodquay market; A BBQ takes place outside Sonny’s Bar on High Street; Martine’s of Quay Street will host a Home Brew Talk and Tasting.

• 12:30pm: Wine tasting takes place at Thomas Woodberrys (also 4:30pm).

• 1pm: A workshop, Needle Felting the Claddagh, takes place at the Galway City Museum. Age 12 +.

Helen Turley Drea from Clonfert had a hair-raising experience when she took the challenge and shaved her head for charity. The event took place at Crowe’s Bar, Bohermore, and brave Helen raised €1,500 for Cancer Care West and €1,500 for the Galway Hospice. She has since raised even more money to add

Kodaline to Headline the Big Top

• 1pm: Join comedian Tomie James at The King’s Head for Super Organic Me. • 2pm: Aniar hosts two free talks on a history of tradition.

The Thai Garden will have hourly cooking and prep demonstrations.

• 4.30pm: Blind beer tasting takes place at The King’s Head Pub. • 5pm: The Community Skratch Games get underway at the Bierhouse with premier DJs in the ultimate battle.

Dublin quartet Kodaline are Galway bound as they are the latest act announced to headline the Big Top on July 18th. Tickets go on sale this Friday, April 3rd to see Steve Garrigan, Mark Prendergast, Vinny May and Jason Boland at the best festival gig in the country.

The band enjoyed massive success

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• 3pm: Meet the Brewer at Dela restaurant; Busker Brownes and Kirbys presents It’s Not All Fish and White;

to the pot and w h e n she lost her locks s h e exclaimed “It doesn’t look too bad!”

Well done Helen from all at the Craic in Galway. To see the video, log on to facebook/thecraicingalway.

in 2012 with their multiplatinum selling debut album In A Perfect World and their recently announced UK and Irish tour dates are all sold out. Their song All I Want has appeared on a number of successful TV and film soundtracks including Grey’s Anatomy and box-office smash The Fault In Our Stars. Both A Perfect World and Brand New Day appear on Gogglebox every week!

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Sunday 5th April 2015 • 9:30am: A motorcycle run in aid of The Jack & Jill Foundation departs from Salthill.

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• 12pm: An Easter egg hunt takes place at the Connemara Coast Hotel.

• 12pm: Martine’s of Quay Street will have a free talk on ‘Grow your Own Salad & Herbs’.

• 1pm: Join comedian Tomie James at The King’s Head for Super Organic Me. • 1pm: The Birth of the Restaurant, Food in Art with JP McMahon takes place at the Galway Arts Centre.

• 2pm: Mr. Waffle hosts an Easter egg hunt at Millennium Park; The Ardilaun Bistro hosts a Family Garden Tea Party; Martine’s of Quay Street hosts a Cocktail Demo & Tasting.

• 3pm: Dela Restaurant hosts a Wedding Fair with Flair; Sheridan’s Wine Shop hosts Breakfast Aperitifs.

• 3.30pm: The House Hotel demonstrates A Flavour of the Wild Atlantic Way. • 4pm: The Westend Street Food & Silent Disco takes place in Silke’s car park; Il Vicolo will pair Italian wine with Cicchetti • 6.45pm: Danny Dowling launches his 2015 Comedy Feast at Kai Resaturant.

• 11pm: A new nightclub launches at SEVEN, formerly Kellys bar on Bridge Street with Beats & Pieces opening party with Anthony C and Ferg.

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rub’s up as the 4th annual Galway Food Festival takes place over the Easter bank holiday weekend.

From Thursday April 2nd to Monday April 6th, the city will celebrate its culinary culture for five festive days of open-air markets, food trails and family fun.

by Avril HORAN Last year, over 70,000 people attended the festival including the festival food village at the Spanish Arch; the Galway, Moycullen and Woodquay Country Markets and a packed programme of talks, tours, tastings, demonstrations and workshops involving over 100 restaurants, food outlets and food producers located across the city and County.

This year’s festival will see the return of all the above, along with lots of new and exciting additions. Plans for 2015 include an extended food trail, a foodtruck village in the West End, a new location for the ever popular cooking demonstrations and an expansion of the

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• 12pm: Kai restaurant has organised an ‘around the market place’ tour; The Dail Bar hosts a Kiddies Cupcake & Cookie Factory.

eclectic programme of Food Tours.

A seaside foraging trip will be included for those interested in ‘digging for their dinner’, there will be lots of in-house events including pop ups, cocktail classes, wine tastings and a comprehensive schedule of talks on a range of topical issues in the food and drinks industry will be included.

The 2015 festival will also seek to build on Galway’s emergence as a food capital of the Wild Atlantic Way through

the extended involvement of food producers, suppliers and outlets located along the western seaboard in the festival’s markets and events programme.

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Monday 6th April 2015

The Craic with Seán Ban Breathnach

• 11am: The Michael Monaghan memorial vintage run begins in Moylough departing from Mannions yard across from Centra – all money raised will go to Croí.

• 11am: The Connemara Coast Hotel hosts Seaside Foraging & Lunch.

• 12pm: Kai restaurant has organised an ‘around the market place’ tour.

• 12pm: The Galway Friends of Jamie Wall will host a 5K Fun Walk in Liam Mellows GAA Clubhouse, Renmore. All funds raised will go directly to a trust set up for Jamie.

• 1pm: The Annual 10k and 5k Portumna Forest Park Trail Run - for Olive takes place today.

Registration starts at 11am in Portumna Playground.

• 2pm: Aniar hosts Wild Foods of the West Of Ireland • 3pm: Eat @ Massimo will have a Pig on Spit with all donations in aid of Crumlin Children’s Hospital.

• 5pm: Galway United take on Cockhill Celtic in the EA Sports Cup at Eamonn Deacy Park.

• 5pm: The closing ceremony and awards of the Galway Bridge Congress 2015 takes place at the Ardilaun hotel, Taylor’s Hill.

• 5.30pm: An Pucan presents Irish Food & Whiskey Pairing.

• 7.30pm: The King’s Head hosts the annual Galway Food Festival Table Quiz. Table of 4 €40.

Proceeds to Madra.

I am all excited as I am speaking to the person who invented ‘the craic’!

Broadcaster Seán Bán Breathnach is credited with popularising the word and bringing it back into everyday use thanks to his catchphrase ‘Beidh ceol, caint agus craic againn’- which opened his popular Irish language chat show SBB ina Shuí, broadcast on RTÉ from 1976 to 1982. Now SBB ina Shuí is back, albeit in a new format at the Town Hall Theatre onThursday, April 16th at 8pm.

The original SBB in a Shuí - a“simple mix of pop, rock and traditional music” took off in the seventies and lasted for eight years. Not only did he present the show unscripted, it also brought out the daredevil in him. He lay on a bed of nails holding a plank, while a motorcyclist drove over him and he motorcycled through a ring of fire, having never been on a bike before. His one regret was missing out on an opportunity to introduce the country to The Boomtown Rats.

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“I was young and mad,” he says, “and had a few narrow escapes! I had a hole in my back for a long time! My one regret was the Boomtown Rats. We went to see them and didn’t think they were good enough!

Next thing they were on the Late Late with Gaybo.

“It’s a mix of country and traditional music, along with dancing, and I am the compere,” he explains. “We filled the Town Hall twice before and we hope to do it again. It is only a few years ago that someone rang me and told me I was responsible for the‘craic’. Sure we used it all the time!”

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• 1pm: A host of free family activities take place at the Eyre Square Shopping Centre with an Easter egg hunt, balloon modelling, face painting and glitter tattoos.

I am not mad about them even now!” The native Irish speaker was encouraged back from London, where he was working as a DJ, for his first live and unscripted pop radio show in 1969 at the age of 20. “Radio is my first love,” he says, “and always will be.” Those who know Seán will not be surprised to learn he played ‘Je T’aime’ on the national airwaves at a time when it was banned in many countries.

For those too young to go back that far, Seán is best known for his sports broadcasting career, which has spanned the decades. He is a radio na gaeltachta stalwart who has brought sporting triumphs and failures into every home in Ireland. His raw emotion while commentating as Katie Taylor was crowned Olympic champion went viral.

“Sport is my passion,” he explains, “but I wouldn’t listen back to the Katie Taylor piece now. I don’t know why, did people really think I put it on? I have always had a passion for sport and I’d nearly do the same for a 5-a-side underage game at my own club! I’d probably be just as excited.”

While covering a different boxing event, he narrowly avoided a run in with outspoken world middleweight champion, Chris Eubank. Chris’ reign would come to an end at the hands of Irish boxer Steve Collins, but not until Collins gave a speech at a press conference ‘as gaeilge’, scripted by Seán Ban Breathnach. Eubank was highly offended at the use of the native tongue and promptly walked out.

“Steve asked me to write it for him,” explains Seán, “but Eubank felt he was being insulted by the language. I ended up in a lift with Eubank on the way down to the foyer! I did explain to him about the language, how it came

about and how old it is and I’d like to think he felt a bit better about it all. It was a great scoop!”

Among his many highlights is his coverage of the Michelle Smith saga during the Atlanta Olympic games.

Ireland’s most successful Olympian, the swimmer became a triple gold medallist before she was embroiled in a doping scandal. The allegations were never proven, however she received a ban for tampering with a urine sample, ending her career.

“I still believe to this day she is not guilty, she was never proven guilty and she kept her medals,” he says. “Jimmy

McGee backs me up on this one. The Americans were lining up for her at the press conference and I just broke through, grabbed the mic, and spoke to her in Irish.”

Not one to miss an opportunity, he also sent home a fine piece of broadcasting when he recorded the announcements made at the Atlanta underground – known as Martha. “I thought it was so funny,” he says, “I deliberately went back and got it”.

‘You have reached Atlanta North Station. Thank you for riding Martha’.

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Opening of funky SEVEN, Bridge Street

• 10am: A four day Easter nature camp begins at Brigid’s Garden, Roscahill, with woodland and animal games, creative activities, story-telling and lots of imaginative fun. This is an allweather camp for ages 5-10 years.

• 10am: An Easter pony camp begins today at the Galway Equestrian Centre, Peakroe, Athenry.

• 2:30pm: Be transported to a prehistoric place full of fun, thrills and screams at the Town Hall Theatre with Jurassic Adventures.

Be amazed and awed by the birth of a baby dinosaur - but beware of the T. Rex mother who wants her egg back! Show again at 7:30pm.

• 9pm: Catch Fred and James downstairs at the Quays bar on Quay Street, two guys who like to play their acoustic guitars, sing songs, tell jokes, stories, and have an odd pint of Guinness in front of an audience.

• 9pm: An open mic night takes place at The Western hotel on Prospect Hill.

• 9pm: It’s guitar night downstairs at the Cellar bar on Eglinton Street.

• 9:30pm: A Tuesday night folk session takes place at Garvey’s on Eyre Square.

• 11pm: It’s time for the silent disco at the Roisin Dubh on Dominick Street.

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alway’s social scene is getting ready for a new live venue as Seven, Bridge Street opens its doors this weekend! On Saturday, April 4th, Seven will come to life with bigger, more alternative DJ nights, original, up and coming bands and guaranteed live entertainment every Thursday til Sunday.

The new space is set to have a bright, funky and contemporary feel, with an arty vibe throughout, reflecting a modern Galway.

The interior has been completely refurbished, incorporating earthy mahogony, leather and tartan with bright custom made wall visuals and a bar front made out of tin tiles. Alongside this modern and contemporary setting is a marble cocktail bar and many cosy

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• 8pm: Join one of Ireland’s leading male vocalists Keith McDonald at Rouge restaurant on Dominick Street.

snug areas, to keep that intimate pub corner feel.

The live venue upstairs, the loft, will be jumping to the beat of new sounds and original music from the latest bands and DJs - with a late night every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Every Thursday, be entertained by Galway singer Lucia Evans and Danny Healy on brass as Seven’s newest resident funk band.

It is also a great place to watch sport with large screens, and you can pop in for food, which will be served seven days a week until 9pm. Seven will have an extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner menu, using the best local and seasonal produce.

There is something for everyone at Seven, Bridge Street located in the heart of Galway city.

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Wednesday 8th April 2015

A Big O Celebration!

• 6pm: The Online Marketing in Galway digital awards ceremony takes place at the Town Hall Theatre this evening.

• 8:30pm: Oíche na bhfoghlaimeoirí takes place at Club Arus na Gael on Dominick Street to help Irish language learners.

• 9pm: Trad at the Head returns to the King’s Head on High Street with live traditional music and Irish dancers. No cover charge.

• 10:30pm: Don’t miss the ‘Screamin’ Bluecats’ at Garvey’s in Eyre Square for a night of rockabilly magic.

You ‘aint nothin’ but a hound dog!

• 10:30pm: The search for Ireland’s next country music star, Glor Tire, reaches the semi-final stage tonight at The Quays music hall.

The Craic in Galway was on hand at Big O Taxis’ official opening at

17 Eyre Square, with singer Marc Roberts and Cllr Frank Fahy.

The Voice of Sharon Murphy Her voice reduced legendary crooner Tom Jones to tears as talented Clifden songstress, Sharon Murphy, competed on The Voice UK. She sang the Bob Dylan classic, Forever Young and captured the hearts of a legion of new fans. Now she is coming back to her county to perform at Monroe’s Live on Thursday, April 9th at 8pm.

On the show Tom commented, “I think there is something that happens when you get older and experience from life. If you can express it through your voice then you need to have lived a while and that is what I am getting from you.

I don’t think a young girl could sing like you sing. They haven’t lived long enough.”

She has been hotly tipped as one to watch as she furthers her way

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• 9pm: Citog presents Hawk, Zinc and Yvonne McDonnell at the Roisin Dubh on Dominick Street.

on The Voice UK. Sharon has been influenced by Bob Marley, Leonard Cohen and Toni Childs and will perform a range of original songs on the night alongside a few covers.

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• 9:30am: Professor Patricia Casey and journalist Charlie Bird will be the guest speakers at the mental health conference taking place at the Ardilaun Hotel, Taylor’s Hill today.

• 6pm: Issue 5 Galway Launch of the Penny Dreadful takes place at Charlie Byrne’s bookshop at the Cornstore Mall on Middle Street. With readings, japery and the distinctive comedy rap of the editors.

• 7pm: An Evening of nutrition, fitness, wellbeing and fashion hosted by Noel Cunningham takes place at the Radisson Blu hotel in aid of Galway Simon.

Featuring a live cookery demo, stunning fashion, millinery and over 40 stands on the night.

• 8pm: Neansai Ní Choisdealbha debut CD “Draíocht na Feadóige” will be launched tonight at the Alcock & Brown Hotel, Clifden.

She is Head of Music at RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta.

• 8pm: Asylum Productions presents The Chronicles Of Oggle

by Peter Gowen at the Town Hall Theatre.

• 8pm: A big pub table quiz in aid of Galway SPCA takes place at Monroes tavern on Dominick Street. With finger food and prizes.

• 8pm: Clifden songstress Sharon Murphy, who impressed Tom Jones on The Voice UK will perform at Monroe’s Live followed by Kicking Bird at 11pm.

Kicking Bird are an original folk band combined with melodic rock vocals, hard hitting lyrics and unusually intricate harmonies.

• 9:30pm: Catch three legged dog live at Garvey’s, Eyre Square.

Meet the Finalists of Miss Galway 2015 Photo by Julia Dunin

Meet the finalists of the Miss Galway competition 2015 organised by Coyotes Late Bar. The winner will be chosen following a Q and A and fashion show on Thursday, April 23rd at Coyotes and will go on to compete for the title of Miss Ireland.

Good Luck all!

Tirna Slevin “Personally I feel that my two professions and my degree all have a strong connection and therefore I am confident that I am ready and hold enough experience to be a very good candidate for this years competition, I genuinely have a passion for what it takes to be Miss Galway 2015 and I would also feel extremely honoured to represent myself and Galway county in this years Miss Ireland pageant.”

brave and confident and I’ve been known to get a giggle out of people.”

Elizabeth Regan “To be part of a competition such as Miss Galway has always been a dream of mine, the opportunity to represent your county is always an honour. I believe this would be an incredible experience to meet like-minded people. Console is also a charity that is very important to the city and provides an invaluable service that I would love to raise money for.”

Lisanne Jacob “I’m a very creative person with an incredible amount of potential. I’ve been on stages for years so I’m used to having an audience. I look to be a great role model for people. I’ve got my own style and I’m not afraid to be myself and I want to let everyone know that it’s okay to be that way. I’m charming, fun, entertaining,

Ailbhe Murray “I think I would be a good candidate because I love meeting new people and making friends. I have a great sense of humour and love trying new things.”

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Erin de Burca “I’d be a good candidate for Miss Galway because I have a genuine love for modelling, it’s something I’ve always stuck at and been persistant with. I believe if you’re good at something and love it, you’ll achieve great things pureky because you won’t be afraid to work hard for it everyday.

Miss Galway would give me the opportunity to give back to others whilst doing something I love.”

Nicole Fahey “I think I’m a good candidate for Miss Galway because I’m extremely interested in fashion & beauty. I have a good sense of humour. I look after myself well; I’m a massive people person and a great talker.

I’ve never done anything like this before and never thought I would.”

Niamh Potter “Throughout my studies I have realized that I am specifically interested in learning about how to achieve optimum health and wellness through nutrition and exercise. I plan to study neuropathic medicine at a postgraduate level. One of my main hobbies is exercise, particularly long distance running. I also love beauty and fashion and regularly write for NUIG Student Newspaper on these topics, as well as healthy eating and humour articles. I recently joined Assets Modeling Agency Dublin.”

Michelle McGrath “I think I would be a perfect candidate for Miss Galway as I want to be the best role model I can be for young girls hoping to

pursue a career in the industry. I know myself that it can be hard work and very intimidating, I want to be the inspiration for young girls to build their confidence and live out their dream.”

Edel Quinn “I think I’d be a good candidate because I have a different style compared to the ‘typical’ pageant contestant. I think I’ll bring something different to Miss Galway, a different aesthetic, a different view of life, possibly a more varied way of thinking. I’m always going to be myself so if I do manage to make it through I hope you all will get to know me and have a good sense of my personality, humour and way of life.”

Kathleen Sheil “I have a huge interest in fashion and anything to do with the industry. I think I would be a good candidate for Miss Galway because I am a strong person and very independent.

I have a fun and charming personality and I could be a great role model for other women.”

Rebecca O’Reilly “I would like to enter the Miss Galway competition as its a great opportunity to meet new people and boost your confidence. I’ve been involved in charity events over the past couple of years and knowing Miss Galway 2015 will support Console and many more, I would be glad to join the contest and compete.”

Daire Hickey McGovern “I think I would be an excellent Miss Galway. I would use my reign as Miss Galway to do good for the community by being actively involved in charity work and building a sense of community in the city and surrounding areas. I am involved in the Amnesty International Society in NUIG as a committee member and in the NUIG Baking Society as a PR Officer. I would absolutely adore to be Miss Galway 2015.”

Rachael Carroll “I think I would make an excellent candidate for Miss Galway because I am a very confident and outgoing person who is a good role model for young girls. I was a contestant in Miss Galway 2014 and think it is an excellent opportunity to meet new people and grow with confidence. I have experience in modelling.”

Ineasa Petrosyan “I am thoughtful, reliable, honest and friendly. I think I would be a great candidate for Miss Galway. I speak a few languages. I like taking on new opportunities in life and learning new things.”

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Ciara Hickey “I believe I would be a good Miss Galway as I have a great

and admiration for the county and would love to represent it. I am also very comfortable with speaking and appearing in public due to my previous experience with debating. Finally, I also believe I would be a good role model for young girls with my positive approach to body image and fitness, as well as my will to empower women at all levels.”

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Friday 10th April 2015

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• 2pm: A Storytelling Workshop: Stories of the Sea takes place at the Galway City Museum.

• Join acclaimed storyteller, Rab Fulton, on a journey to create your own fantastical and wondrous sea adventure story. Age 7+ • 7pm: The official opening of Clifden Trad Fest and free concert takes place at the Clifden Station House Hotel - performed by Peadar Brick, Chairperson of Galway CCE County Board.

• 7:45pm: Galway United continue their Airtricity League Premier Division campaign against Sligo Rovers at Eamonn Deacy Park.

• 8pm: The Crokey Hill Club presents It’s The Real McCoy at the Town Hall Theatre, back by popular demand. Written by Tommy Marren of Mid West Radio.

• 8:30pm: Little John Nee presents The Donegal Years at the Town Hall Studio.

• 8:30pm: Milltown GAA are having the launch of its Five Year Development Plan including the presentation of medals to the U-15 and Senior teams in Sheridan’s Function Room, Milltown.

• 9pm: Galway favourite, Ham Sandwich, return to the city as part of their ‘stories from the surface’ tour at the Roisin Dubh.

• 10pm: Join Acoustic Rooster at Tom Sheridan’s bar, Clybaun Road, Knocknacarra.

• 10pm: Catch the Flavour of Brazil at Monroe’s Live on Dominick Street.

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ne of the many fun things about video game fans is how they each slot into their own separate groups, and in turn form the friendly gaming communities of Galway City. From the huge amounts of people who gather regularly for games like Street Fighter and Super Smash Bros. to the smaller, more humble communities that support Tekken; they all enjoy playing their own personal favourite games. However, not every game can be this popular. There are also those that couldn’t sustain their own communities. Mortal Kombat is among those.

By Spud MURPHY A few years ago, a Mortal Kombat game was released which revitalised this old fighting game franchise for a new generation.

It featured all the characters that made it a household name during the 1990s, and cries of “Get over here” and “Finish him!” could be heard bellowed from TV sets all over Ireland as players fought against

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each other with their chosen ninja.

Unfortunately, Mortal Kombat’s community in Galway City was short lived. It consisted of a few diehard players, but never managed to expand beyond that. From time to time, there are still whispers of the Kombat Krew throughout the City’s various gaming events.

All of this could change in the next two weeks though as the game’s latest instalment, Mortal Kombat X, hits the shelves for Playstation 4 and Xbox One. This promises to be the best addition to the series so far, featuring a huge range of characters and an in-depth storyline with which to tell its epic tale. There is a great air of excitement surrounding this one as old players begin to get in touch again and the people who are invested in other great games take an interest in it. The anticipation for this game seems to be running quite high, and it brings with it the idea that the Kombat Krew may not have disappeared for good. Perhaps Galway City will see have resurgence of Mortal Kombat players and a run of new tournaments to accompany them in the near future.

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Saturday 11th April 2015

Finding Galway’s Outstanding Young People..

The next big event is the Top Outstanding Young Persons of the Year awards, for which nominations are now open. There are many categories for anyone to nominate someone they feel has done something exceptional for their community this year.

• 10am: The Galway Watersports Show takes place at the Radisson Blu hotel this weekend.

• 1pm: Clear the Asylum Backlog – a public gathering takes place at Eyre Square.

• 1.30pm: A busking competition, the first of its kind for Trad Fest, takes place all around Clifden town until 3pm. The winners will play a slot on the gig rig this evening.

• 2pm: An Enchanted Merlin Forest Walk takes place at Merlin Woods – come dressed as your favourite fairy or elf.

• 3pm: Afternoon entertainment on the Gig Rig begins with Caitriona Canavan while the Galway Community Circus provides street entertainment.

• 7pm: The Blackdragon kickboxing club host The Art of War – the IKF European Super Lightweight Title Defence at the Black Box theatre.

• 7.30pm: Join ‘Blas’ with singer Anne Brennan for live music, song and dance on the outdoor stage on Market Square, Clifden.

• 8pm: The Crokey Hill Club presents It’s The Real McCoy at the Town Hall Theatre, back by popular demand.

• 8:30pm: Little John Nee presents The Donegal Years at the Town Hall Studio.

• 9pm: Catch The Hummingbirds, a 5-piece ‘new country’ band from Liverpool, England at Monroe’s Live on Dominick Street. Their main influences are; The Eagles, The Beatles, The Hollies, Johnny Cash & The Everly Brothers.

W

e caught up with JCI President, R o n a n Walsh, who talks about the upcoming Top Outstanding Young Persons of the Year awards 2015, taking place on Friday, April 10th at the Meyrick Hotel.

How did you get involved in JCI? I had entered some of the projects run by JCI Galway - the Outstanding Young Person and Galway Young Entrepreneur Award. I saw the great work done by the organisation and wanted to give something back.

Tell me about Junior Chamber.

JCI is a worldwide organisation of 18-40 years. It centres around Personal Development, Business Development, Community Involvement and International Events. JCI offers its members opportunities in each area. JCI Galway has been in Galway for over 50 years.

What kind of local events will you be organising this year?

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• 2pm: A workshop on Sea Science & Art takes place at the Galway City Museum with environmental educator Sarah Knight. Ages 7-12.

A good way to meet people?

Yes...its a great way to meet like minded people and to expand your network.

What opportunities do members get?

You get the opportunity to develop and use skills such as event planning, project management,public speaking, and leadership opportunities on our council. You have the opportunity to attend world events such as the European Conference in Istanbul in June, which a contingent from Galway will be attending. There are fantastic networking opportunities as well as many members work with big companies.

What kind of training opportunities do you provide?

JCI offers monthly training - from goal setting to effective meetings, public speaking and how to network.

JCI offers a platform for you to run a project that you care about. It had the resources and team there to help you get your idea off the ground. Last year one of our members wanted to bring a mini-web summit / Ted talks style event to Galway - JCI got behind him and we held the event in December called TechGate.

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Sunday 12th April 2015 • 9am: The Connemara ultra, full and half marathon gets underway today from Maam Cross, Lough Inagh and Leenane.

• 10am: The Galway Watersports Show continues at the Radisson Blu hotel this weekend.

• 11am: GAF presents First Thought at Kylemore Abbey for a day long ‘Celebration of the Beautiful’ with talks, discussions, ideas and a live performance with Julie Feeney.

• 12.30pm: A Farewell “One for the Road” Session takes place at Foyles Hotel, Clifden bringing the 6th Annual Clifden Trad Fest to a close.

• 2pm: The Console Memorial Walk takes place today starting at Claddagh Hall.

• 3pm: A Sean Nós Dancing Workshop with John Joyce, All Ireland Oireactas Champion 2014, takes place at Clifden Town Hall.

• 3pm: The Ark presents a new theatre show, Far Away from Me, at the Town Hall Theatre inspired by the old literary fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, The Princess & The Pea. • 6pm: A CD launch of new CD featuring a new suite of music “Connemara Suite” composed by Conor Keane and over 50 young musicians from the area takes place at the Station House Theatre, Clifden.

• 7pm: The Japanese Film Festival gets underway at the Eye Cinema with a screening of Thermae Romae II and The Light Shines Only There at 9pm.

• 9pm: A ‘Run for Tina – Fundraising Evening’ takes place at Keogh’s Bar, Ballyconneely, in memory of Tina Keane.

Straight talking from the trailor trash mouth of Southern Belle, Candy,

By Cara LYONS and the more refined Cara from Connemara.

Dear Candy:

My name is Alice and well…. I was out taking my cat for a walk and I fell down a rabbit hole. I never knew rabbits had such big holes but this one could fit me inside it. I ended up in some place that was quite dark at first but then I found a talking door…..yes a talking door and it made me drink something that made me huge and then very tiny and then normal sized I swear I yo-yoed more than Oprah on one of those stupid diets that don’t work! Anyway when I was extra tiny I managed to get through the doors keyhole, which the door didn’t like one bit because I had flooded his room with my giant tears. I then met these two very strange men that had some strong feelings about oysters and told me a story about how some baby oysters had been murdered by a seal so I was careful not to

mention the oyster festival. I then met a rather confusing Cheshire cat that would not give me satisfactory directions as to how to get out of this odd place. I thought the caterpillar might be more helpful but he really needs to give up smoking as all he could focus on was blowing smoke rings and asking me who the hell I was!

He definitely has some anger issues and don’t get me started on those rude singing flowers. I know it probably wasn’t wise but I also stopped for tea party with a mad man and now I’m on my way to try and find the queen of hearts maybe she has a map I could borrow. I was lucky I found a copy of craic magazine down here it made me feel at home.

Candy:

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Have you been eating some mystery mushrooms you found in your garden? We thought my uncle fell down the rabbit hole once but it turned out he just had too much to drink and got stuck in the shed.

I think you may be possessed by some sorta demon and it’s making you imagine things that aren’t there at all or else it’s taken you to another world. I think you should

fight the queen and take over the kingdom and then sit really still and do nothing until the demon releases you. When that happens and you are back in the normal world you need to eat a pack of cards and buy seven cats and roll in the mud under a full moon and walk over hot coals seven times that should sort you out.

Can you please help me get out of here Candy? I’m rather worried I will be late for tea.

Cara: WHAT THE HELL IS THIS!!! I can’t give advice to this person. They are mad! You’re all mad! You have not fallen down a rabbit hole into another world where impossible things can happen if you

genuinely believe this is true send your next letter to the authorities that could visit where you live and see if you have just gone insane.

If by any slim possibility this magical place exists then….

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The CRAIC on

Monday 13th April 2015

Locks and Lashes

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• 7pm: The Japanese Film Festival continues at the Eye Cinema with a screening of Wood Job.

• 7pm: This evening is the start date for the upcoming beginners Fit4Life club. Meet at 7pm at Westside Library.

• 8pm: The New Theatre, Dublin presents The Assassination of Brian Boru at the Town Hall Theatre. A story of brotherhood, blood, ravens on the battle field and the death of a great king.

• 8pm: The Songwriter Club for Galway will have its second meeting of 2015 in Monroes.

Guest speakers will include Keith McLoughlin - co-founder of the club.

• 8:30pm: A fundraising progressive card game takes place every Monday at Ballyconneely Town Hall in aid of Ballyconneely Community Preschool • 9pm: The Cellar bar is host to Play, where musicians can jam with support from a backing bandin this open night with a difference. All welcome.

• 9:30pm: Enjoy the best of swingin’ tunes by the Black Magic Big Band at Busker Brownes on Cross Street.

• 9:30pm: A traditional Irish music session takes place at the Crane bar on Sea Road for some toe tapping tunes.

• 11pm: It’s Mixtape Mondays with DJ Byrno at Electric Garden and Theatre, Abbeygate Street Upper.

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love vintage style. I love the glamour and music from the 1920s to the 50s and the gorgeous hairstyles and clothing that accompanied the era. Now I am picturing old Hollywood glam, the pin curls and victory rolls, the pencil and swing skirts that shaped the decades and which I would so love to be able to recreate.

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So enamoured am I that I asked my talented friend, Vicky Seaman from Cork, to twist and twirl our hair into vintage inspired looks on my good self and my bridesmaids for my wedding day. As she says herself, she isn’t a hairdresser, she just has a passion for the retro look and was kind enough to take on a gaggle of women and a bride.

It’s a skill that I just haven’t got and would love to learn.

With that in mind, I was delighted when invited to Dublin for a ‘Locks and Lashes’ vintage hair and make-up event. It took place at the Cats Meow vintage shop at 74 Francis Street, Dublin 8. I wasn’t sure what to expect as we sat down amidst a plethora of colourful clothing.

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• 7pm: The Artist’s Way – a 6 week workshop in discovering and recovering your creative self begins at the Naduir Centre for Holistic Health, Furbo.

With a glass of prosecco in hand and plenty of munchies, we watched as the select few were transformed into sultry sirens before our eyes. Only three were in line for a vintage makeover, as we had to pick a number, and hope that it would be chosen.

These lucky gals became the models and we were able to watch and learn as they were primped to vintage perfection.

Once styled from the shoulders up, an outfit was selected for them from the shop, right down to the accessories.

Being clueless in the hair and make-up department, I managed to pick up a few tips, from how best to apply eyeliner to a simple tricks for an easy up do. For this event, they focused on the ‘50s and ‘60s, and so the victory roll remains elusive, but if they host another event from the ‘40s, I will definitely go back. I did find an awesome vintage dress, which has already been worn to a ball.

I think I will skip the ‘70s come back that is currently all the rage and stick with learning more about an era that I love.

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Tuesday 14th April 2015

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By Psychic POPPY

Aries: ‘Poe’s Brave Flight’

• 7pm: The Japanese Film Festival continues at the Eye Cinema with a screening of Pale Moon.

Well my rams. It is very clear that you

• 7pm: The Claregalway 5K fun run and walk takes place this evening in aid of Claregalway & District Day Care Centre.

something different. Instead of over-

• 7pm: A new 8 week Intermediate Creative Writing course with Susan Millar DuMars (takes place one evening per week) starts this evening at the Galway Technical Institute.

or in person. It will be up to you how

• 8pm: JCI Galway presents ‘Linked IN or Linked OUT’ Training in Linked IN with Derek Reilly at the Harbour Hotel.

uncertainty and risk enter. Take the

• 8pm: Join one of Ireland’s leading male vocalists Keith McDonald at Rouge restaurant on Dominick Street.

will not let fear stop you this time!

You are being offered a chance to go outside of your comfort zone, to do analysing it, the fairy Poe suggests that you just go ahead and take flight!

A message will come via email/letter you respond or indeed if you decide to ignore it. It could be a trip or a new experience. What is certain is that your life is too controlled. You are in danger of suffocating in safety! You must let chance and discover new things! The excitement will be worth the risk!

Taurus: Gloom’

‘Butterflies

in

As the caterpillar must emerge out of the darkness to become a butterfly, so must you. You seem to have become

• 8pm: The Reduced Shakespeare Company brings The Complete History Of Comedy (abridged) to the Town Hall Theatre.

used to things being gloomy and so

• 8:30pm: The Hourglass Theatre Company presents Loose Change at the Town Hall Studio.

Three short plays by Ian Patterson

resting place for you. Now it is time

Communion photography

have taken on a pessimistic mindset.

Enough now! The butterfly is here to guide you out of the dark place that you are in. The darkness has been a to move into the light and be sociable for a time. You will always have this safe place to return to, but now it is time to move towards the sun. It is time to show the universe that you are embracing hope, no matter how sad you have felt recently. Take some time and play a while. There is hope, peace and happiness in the world for you.

Gemini: ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ The strong girl on this card often speaks to those who have been treated with great injustice. Yes, you have been

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Take time to mend any fences that you might have broken yourself. Take self defence classes. Keep your home safe.

On an energetic level, keep respectful boundaries with people. Have respect for yourself. Don’t allow re-entry to your life to anyone who has violated your boundaries or trust. Don’t blame anyone else for your experiences. You are responsible for your own life now.

Take a stand, make a decision and stick to it.

Cancer: ‘Snake Princess’ This is a time of healing for you. The snake has been given a bad reputation.

It is a shame as the snake is life itself, a symbol of healing, gut instinct and ancient wisdom. You have great intuition and have the ability to be in tune with the world around you and connect to spirit.

Please consider

exploring these gifts as it could bring forth a lot of new knowledge and ideas for you. Consider reading about the old ways such as the oracles of Delphi, the Celts and other ancient cultures.

Consider taking up a form of dance such as belly dancing or energetic dance. You are worthy enough.

Leo: ‘Miss Spider Web’ It’s

time

to

re-evaluate

your

connections as well as the value of where and with whom you network.

You will soon shift your focus of communication to a place where you can thrive and grow. Be smart and make an effort in the right places, by speaking to those who can help you.

You need to take action and initiate this, instead of waiting for someone to come along. Become interactive and active. There will be new connections and technologies in your life. Weave your web wisely! Rebuild social networks. Close down websites or step away from social networking sites for a time to avoid becoming stuck in the same situations.in your life.

This can give you a new perspective which

great responsibility. You are up for a

though and you are very safe. Your peace

will help you view the experience in a new

challenge. You are a leader....now show

of mind is growing. Take walks in nature

light. Know that you have become a stronger

that you can be a great one!

and know that the time to move will

person as a result of this challenge.

Virgo: ‘Artemis of the Forest’

Sagittarius: ‘The Dragonling Garden’

It’s time to go back to basics for a time.

You have claimed your place in the

Take advantage of this “time out” to nap,

Go without luxuries and the support of

world, reborn but stronger. You have

laugh and play and recover while you

others. You need to get back to believing

learned many lessons. Now it is time to

heal.

in yourself. You don’t need others to

consider the connection to others. The

survive. You can provide for yourself and

“We” instead of the “me”. Don’t fear that

Aquarius: ‘Phoenix of the waning moon’

still remain loyal, gentle and free like the

you’ll lose yourself again if you think of

Something is about to end for now...

huntress Artemis herself. It’s time to strip

others. You are stronger now and know

and that is okay. We must all learn how

back everything you think you know. Look

your own boundaries. It’s time to choose

to let something end. Sometimes this

at the fundamental things of your life: Who

something bigger than yourself. Forget

is a hard concept for humans to grasp.

or what provides them, such as water,

the petty complaints and worries and

You are reluctant to see such an ending

shelter and food. It is time to look at how

simply do kind things. You are being

now. You may feel like you have been

to do these things for yourself if you don’t

guarded so all you have to do is live well,

cheated out of something or want it to

already. It will be empowering and will

be kind and serve something greater

last longer. The truth is that it must die

bring the right people into your life.

than yourself. When you live in the

in order to be reborn into something

present and do this, miracles occur. The

better. Something must end for the new

Whales are magical beings. You have

old life will fall away. The right people

to enter life. It might be a relationship,

a strong connection to the stars. It is

will stay and you will stop hearing from

a place of work, a friendship or the

time to consider reading about ancient

the wrong ones. You will be free.

death of a loved one. Whatever it is...let

Libra: ‘Orca Whale Magic’

civilisations.

Humans,

animals

and

plants are all part of web. Whales are

Capricorn: Wolves’

‘Raised

come soon. You have found a new and solid group of kin who are there for you.

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it go. It will return. This is your chance to learn something very profound and

strongly connected to this. Receive their

important. Do not miss the chance by

message by listening to their song. Go

resisting what must take place.

outside at night and gaze at the night

Pisces: ‘The Faery Ring’

sky. Learn of the constellations you can

Learning new skills, advancing in your

view from your home. Tune in...and ask

talents is possible. You are likely to do

for guidance in healthful ways. Listening

a course of study and gain true solid

to whale song may also heal any physical

credentials in a field you are looking at

ailments that you have. Find a recording

longingly. There will be an examination

on a cd.

and a test. This could be a college exam

Scorpio:‘Elizabeth and the lion’

or an interview. You must update and

So, it seems like the time is coming for

refresh your existing skills as things are

you to make a stirring speech, manage

changing and will always be changing.

a troubled group of people and manage with few resources! But, you are a leader

At the moment, you might need some

like Queen Elizabeth the first. Don’t

space. You find your true family away

forget that. You will triumph if you

from people right now, more with

remember the blood that flows through

animals. However, like the wolf, you need

you has courage and staying power.

a clan. This is a rich and varied social

Nothing will make you back down. It is

time for you with lots of activities and

important that you dress and look the

your individuality is respected within a

part – “Fake it ‘til you make it!”. There are

group. It’s not a time to be alone even

people and/or animals who rely on your

though you need a little bit of “me” time

example to promote a worthy cause. You

occasionally. Soon your circumstances

will be promoted and with this comes

will change. Your boundaries are strong

This will excite you and you will discover joy and purpose in learning new skills. The course may be to do with holistic health, energy healing, environmentalism or finances. Be flexible and adapt yourself to improving in these areas and your life will improve. Train, work hard and hold your head high! You will soon have a chance to demonstrate just why these new skills are so vital and important to many more than just you!

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Wednesday 15th April 2015 • 6pm: NUIG’s very first Relay for Life in aid of the Irish Cancer Society begins with teams of people taking turns running/ walking/crawling around a track for 12 hours.

• 7pm: The Japanese Film Festival continues at the Eye Cinema with a screening of Lady Maiko.

• 8pm: Rise Productions presents The Games People Play at the Town Hall Theatre. Winner of Best New Play at the Irish Times Theatre Awards and the sell-out success of Dublin Fringe Festival.

• 8pm: Galway City Roller Derby is hosting a bingo night in aid of MADRA at the Cellar bar on Eglinton Street.

CRAICing Fashion!!!

Easter Fashion Fix

I

t struck me quite late this week that Easter is coming up. It is worth your while thinking ahead and having a few different options ready before you head home to relax.

By Fiona NÍ FHOGHLUA I have a few suggestions on what I will be considering for this weekend. These suggestions are all comfy and fashionable at the same time, so you can help with the dinner without being constricted!

• 8pm: Catch Grace Wilde at Monroe’s Live on Dominick Street - a new phenomenon on the Irish music scene, and consisting of singer songwriter Audrey Fay and guitarist Enda Duffy.

• 8:30pm: Oíche na bhfoghlaimeoirí takes place at Club Arus na Gael on Dominick Street to help Irish language learners.

• 8:30pm: The Hourglass Theatre Company presents Loose Change at the Town Hall Studio.

Three short plays by Ian Patterson • 9pm: Trad at the Head returns to the King’s Head on High Street with live traditional music and Irish dancers. No cover charge.

• 10:30pm: Don’t miss the ‘Screamin’ Bluecats’ at Garvey’s in Eyre Square for a night of rockabilly magic. You ‘aint nothin’ but a hound dog!

• 10:30pm: The search for Ireland’s next country music star, Glor Tire, reaches the final stage tonight at The Quays music hall.

these wedge white heels that look super-comfy. I love this statement necklace from Claire accessories because it is understated but matched with the shoes so well. It’s also good for your suitcase because all you have to do is thrown on tights and change to ankle boots

for an everyday look.

The next outfit is more suitable for going out!

My first outfit is an essential for any girl going home for the weekend.

A family-appropriate dress! It’s a dress that doesn’t show too much skin, is comfortable and is also versatile so you can change up your style if you feel like it. This black loose dress is perfect for your wardrobe. You can bring different jewellery to mix it up and add a belt to make it more dressy.

I would certainly wear it to a family dinner. I love the monochrome trend that’s been going on this season so I would team this dress with a short denim jacket and

I started with the shoes and these from Top Shop are a dream. They’re strappy, right on trend and add so much to this outfit. The metallic rose-gold skirt from River Island cannot be faulted - matched with a statement necklace like this Mi Moneda set 6 pendant and chain from Fallers and this white top from Oasis make this outfit perfect for cocktails. If you’re feeling a bit on the colder side then a pair of skinny jeans or tapered trousers is your best friend.

These are the items I will be travelling with as they are so versatile and can be mixed and matched for daytime and night time during Easter!

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Thursday 16th April 2015 • 7pm: The Japanese Film Festival continues at the Eye Cinema with a screening of A Letter to MoMo. • 8pm: Elaine Montgomerie and Berislav Juraic for Heritage Productions UK and CTCo Theatre Productions present Only Our Own at An Taibhdhearc on Middle Street. The play follows three generations of an AngloIrish family carving a place for themselves in modern Ireland.

• 8pm: Dán – the art of poetry takes place at Aras na nGael on Dominick Street - ten minute slots available to celebrate bilingual spoken word.

• 8pm: Marty Walsh Promotions presents SBB Ina Shui 2015 at the Town Hall Theatre. Join Sean Ban Breathnach for a night of craic, ceol agus rince with some of the most entertaining and versatile artists around.

• 8:30pm: The Hourglass Theatre Company presents Loose Change at the Town Hall Studio.

Three short plays by Ian Patterson.

• 8:30pm: Heartbreak Hotel, a charity night in aid of Croí takes place at Monroe’s Live on Dominick Street. Featuring Carmel Demspey, The Goldiggers, Pete Gilroy, Martina Flaherty.

• 9:30pm: Join the lazy blues trio in McSwiggans bar, Woodquay.

• 9:30pm: Catch Loose Tongues live at the King’s Head on High Street.

• 10pm: Frogbelly and Symphony will play at Monroe’s Live on Dominick Street bringing their urban poetry, pop melodies to the stage.

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Is ea! Rugadh agus tógadh mé in Indreabhán agus tá mé fós i mo chónaí ann! Rinne mé féin agus m’fhear céile athchóiriú ar theach mo mhamó agus bhog muid isteach díreach roimh na Nollag. Tá sé iontach a bheith i mo chónaí ar ais sa mbaile arís.

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Is láithreoir teilifíse mé. Tá mé ag obair le TG4 le seacht mbliana anuas agus is iad “GLEO”- clár nua do dhéagóirí agus “Rugbaí Beo”- beochraoladh TG4 den tsraith “Guinness Pro12” agus buaicphointí Craobh na hEorpa - na cláir is mó a bhfuil baint agam leo i láthair na huaire.

Cé nó céard a spreag tú tabhairt faoin obair seo?

Bhí an-suim i gcónaí agam i gcúrsaí drámaíochta agus aisteoireachta, ach shocraigh mé tar éis na scoile tabhairt faoin mhúinteoireacht bunscoile; gairm ar bhain mé an-sult as. Ach tar éis bliain a chaitheamh ag múineadh tháinig an deis aníos freastal ar chúrsa láithreoireachta i TG4 agus tar éis seachtain a chaitheamh ar an gcúrsa le seachtar eile, bhí an t-ádh liom gur roghnaíodh mé mar láithreoir ar Cúla4 agus tá mé anseo ó shin!

Cén sprioc atá agat do 2015? Ó thaobh na hoibre de tá mé ag leanúint le cúrsaí rugbaí ach ag tógáil briseadh gairme uaidh TG4 le triail a bhaint as saol mar shaor-láithreoir ar feadh píosa! Ba mhaith liom roinnt taistil a dhéanamh sa mbliain atá amach romham, chomh maith le tús a

chur le togra nó dhó; tá mé ag súil go mór le tús a chur le caibidil nua!

Céard a dhéanann tú don Chraic i nGaillimh?

Is breá liom an rogha bialann atá ar fáil i nGaillimh agus is aoibhinn liom dul amach le béile le mo chairde agus clann agus b’fhéidir beagán damhsa ina dhiaidh! Bíonn ceol beo iontach le cloisteáil i nGaillimh, go háirithe i rith an tsamhraidh agus déanaim iarracht freastal ar gigeanna nuair a bhíonn an deis agam.

Cá bhfuil an chraic faoi cheilt i nGaillimh?

Sílim go ndéantar dearmad ar an saibhreas cultúir agus craic atá ar fáil taobh amuigh de Chathair na Gaillimhe. Bíonn ceol beo iontach le cloisteáil sa Spidéal Tigh Giblin, mar shampla. Is féidir tráthnóna nó oíche mhaith a bheith agat le béile blasta agus ceol traidisiúnta ar ardchaighdeán i do thimpeall.

By Dara KELLY a career break from TG4 to work as a freelance presenter for a while. I’d love to travel this year and to start on a new project or two. I’m really looking forward to starting a new chapter.

What do you do for the Craic in Galway?

There’s a great choice of restaurants in Galway and I love going for a meal with friends and family, with maybe a bit of dancing afterwards.

Galway has a great live music scene, especially in summer, so I go to gigs whenever I can.

What is Galway’s best kept secret?

I think people forget that there’s a wealth of culture and craic outside of Galway city. For example, Tigh Giblin in An Spidéal has brilliant live music. You can spend a very pleasant evening enjoying a fine meal surrounded by top quality traditional music.

TRANSLATION Are you originally from Galway?

Where do you live now?

Yes! I was born and raised in Indreabhán and I’m still living there.

Myself and my husband renovated my grandmother’s house and moved in just before Christmas.

What do you do workwise?

I’m a TV presenter. I’ve been working with TG4 for 7 years now. I’m currently presenting GLEO, a new show for teenagers and Rugbaí Beo, live coverage of the Guinness Pro12 series and European Championship

highlights.

Who or what inspired you in your chosen career?

I was always into acting but after school I trained as a primary school teacher. I spent an enjoyable year teaching and then I had an opportunity to do a presenting course in TG4. After a week on that course, with 7 others, I was lucky enough to be chosen as presenter for Cúla4 and I’ve been here ever since!

FOCAL AN LAE/WORD OF THE DAY Chop:

1. Noun: meat – gríscín Pork chop – gríscín muiceola 2. Verb: to cut something into pieces – rud a ghearradh ina phíosaí Phrase:

What’s your goal in 2015?

to chop and change – bheith ag síorathrú

Workwise I will continue to be involved with rugby, but I’m taking

Stop busting my chops! – Ná bí do mo chéasadh!