With back-to-school preparations in full swing, Galway City Council School Wardens are ready to help our youngest and most vulnerable pedestrians get to school safely. Road users are asked to be aware of the presence of school wardens in urban areas and to respect their role.

Galway Climate Festival 12-15 September 'Climate Inspirations-Communities in Action’ is an innovative, creative and collaborative festival which aims to change the narrative around climate action to one of positivity. See the full programme at GalwayClimateFestival.ie

Design Mingle is a vibrant networking event tailored for craft and design entrepreneurs. Join us in CREW for an inspirational talk from Joanna Ciezka, co-founder/ CEO Irish Socksciety 📅Friday 13 September 📍CREW, Cluain Mhuire, Galway galwayleo.clr.events/event/136303:d… #makingithappen

Galway Climate Festival 12-15 September 'Climate Inspirations-Communities in Action’ is an innovative, creative and collaborative festival which aims to change the narrative around climate action to one of positivity. See the full programme at GalwayClimateFestival.ie

As children return to school, our School Wardens are ready to help our youngest, most vulnerable pedestrians get there safely. Wardens have the same legislative power as Gardaí to stop traffic. Please respect the role of our wardens and be mindful of children on the school run.

Galway City Council will meet in September 2024 to consider the setting of a local adjustment factor. GCC welcomes written submissions from the public on this matter. Submissions must be received by 5pm on Monday September 2024 Read more: galwaycity.ie/news/3920/59/N…

Mayor of Galway City Leads High Level Delegation to Twinned Cities of Chicago and Milwaukee Mayor Peter Keane, led the delegation in engagements including meetings with Mayor of Chicago, Brandon Johnson and Mayor of Milwaukee, Cavalier Johnson. Read more GalwayCity.ie

Galway City Council wishes to advise that Roscam Playground will be closed to all users from 9 September 2024 to facilitate the installation of new equipment in the playground. Galway City Council apologises for any inconvenience caused. The works are expected to last 1-3 weeks

🎉Galway City Culture Night 2024 – A Celebration of Art, Culture, and Community 📍Friday 20 September Culture Night will transform the city into a vibrant tapestry of arts and culture, featuring over 60 free events and activities! See CultureNight.ie/Galway-City #Culturenight

Relove Fashion is a sustainable fashion competition open to young people of secondary school age in Ireland. Young people are challenged to explore their creative design skills to create a sustainable and wearable outfit from reused items! Register now: marketing.rediscoverycentre.ie/relove-fashion…

Free Safety Training for Galway's Night-Time Businesses 📌11 September - Book Now! Spaces Limited Register at galwaycity.ie/news/3945/59/N… Funded by Galway City Council and Tourism-Culture-Arts-Gaeltacht-Sport-Media #nighttimeeconomy

GCC Biodiversity Officer would like to give a huge thank you to all who participated in National Heritage Week Biodiversity Youth Workshops! Children explored the biodiversity of Galway City, created natural art and shared their thoughts on biodiversity.

Thank you Éabha Garry @birdwatchireland for a facinating talk on swifts, and the findings of the survey carried out in Galway City this summer, funded by Galway City Council and NPWS Local Biodiveristy Action Fund. Thanks to Galway City Library and all who attended! National Heritage Week

Thank you to all who attended the Wild Bee Festival in Knocknacarra Community Centre and Barna Woods on 17-18 August as part of @nationalheritageweek The weekend was jam-packed full of talks, walks and workshops!

🦢Galway City Council is seeking input from the public on the Local Authority Biodiversity Action Plan 2025-2030 Make a submission by 27 September Read more at GalwayCity.ie/Biodiversity The Biodiversity Action Plan is supported by the Heritage Council.

Business Session - Carbon Zero by 2030? Friday 13 September 3-4pm Join us at Climate Inspirations Festival as experts in business support, sustainable energy, and green building practices will share insights on achieving carbon neutrality. Register at tickettailor.com/events/antaibh…

🎉Galway City Social Inclusion Week 21-26 October 2024 We are inviting community groups and organisations to get involved! This is a great opportunity to showcase your excellent work. Apply by 20 September. See GalwayCity.ie for the application form.

Bathing Water Results – sampled on 2 September 2024: Ballyloughane - Excellent Grattan - Excellent Next Sample date for Ballyloughane, Grattan Road, Salthill and Silverstrand is Monday 9 September 2024

Save the Date: Free Immersive Experiences and Workshops 25/26 September For students and professionals in the cultural sector Register at ie.ambafrance.org/Digital-Arts-C… Brought to you by GCC Night-Time Economy, in partnership with France in Ireland 🇫🇷 🇪🇺 Maxime Touroute #GalwaybyNight

Hazardous Waste Disposal Day for Galway City Householders 📆Saturday, 7 September 8.00am to 12.00pm 📍Galway Racecourse, Ballybrit, H91 V654 GalwayCity.ie/Haz-Waste Household hazardous waste only