Posts Tagged ‘spare time ideas’

Update your office skills

Friday, June 4th, 2010

Looking to get a job in an office, but unsure if you have the right skills or qualifications? Read SaveAFewBob's article on the courses that will best qualify you for getting a job in an office environment Read More

Digital TV

Monday, May 17th, 2010

If you're mad into your movies or a fanatical sports fan, you may be thinking of switching to a digital television service. But which company provides the right package for you? Adrian Weckler, the Sunday Business Post's Technology Editor, weighs up Ireland's digital TV providers Read More

Unemployed? Affordable ways to upskill

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

UpskillWith regular redundancies taking place and hours continually being cut, some of you may have more time on your hands than ever before. Free time can become more of a burden than a pleasure when boredom and financial frustration creep in. Read More

Free events to celebrate Temple Bar TradFest

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

Temple Bar will be transformed into a trad music Mecca this week. For 5 days and nights, the cobbled streets will come alive with the sounds of stamping feat and a bodhrán beat. From the 27th-31st January, top traditional musicians will take to the stage across Dublin city centre to mark

How to get the best gym deal

Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

How to get the best gym dealAt this time of a year, a svelte body sells. As January heralds a fresh start, people are eager to introduce positive lifestyle changes. One of the most popular lifestyle resolutions is exercise. If you are considering joining a gym or renewing your membership, consider the following factors before you part with your hard earned cash. Read More

The 12 Days of Christmas countdown

Friday, December 11th, 2009

christmas-marketOne of our favourite festive events returns to the IFSC tomorrow. The 12 Days of Christmas market truly transforms Dublin’s financial district. Business suits are hidden amongst the sea of stalls and escaping aromas. Read More

Special offer tickets available for Food and Wine Show

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

redwineThe Food and Wine Magazine Christmas Show takes place in the RDS this weekend, running from Friday 27th - Sunday 29th of November. Enjoy live cooking demos from some of Ireland’s top chefs such as Derry Clarke, Dylan McGrath and our own Kevin Dundon. Read More

Toys 4 Big Boys ticket deals

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

Toys 4 Big BoysToys 4 Big Boys returns to the RDS this weekend, running from the 5-8 November. Immerse yourself in the male mindset with fast cars, cool gadgets and live stunt shows aplenty. With a growing number of ladies in attendance (30% in 2008) organisers have attempted to demonstrate why the show appeals to both men and women. Read More

Halloween costumes made easy

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

halloweencostumeA fantastic Halloween costume should cost little more than a fragment of your imagination. Homemade costumes are more creative, and ultimately more cost effective, than what you will find in a costume shop. Some arts supplies and a bundle of old clothes should help you complete your ghoulish transformation. Read More

Bank Holiday entertainment ideas

Friday, October 23rd, 2009

Stumped on how to spend the bank holiday weekend? Are you eager to let loose but conscious of the cost? There are some great events happening around the country this weekend that will enable you to spend your timely wisely, without spending much at all.

Dublin’s best restaurants offer 20% discount

Thursday, October 8th, 2009

Fine diningMore than 50 of Dublin’s top restaurants will offer three-course dinner menus for €25-€30 to mark ‘Dine in Dublin Restaurant week’. The event runs from the 12th (Monday) to the 18th (Sunday) of October. Read More

Don’t splash your cash - new outdoor swimming website launched

Friday, July 31st, 2009

swimmingbeachesIf we are lucky enough to get a turn in the weather, there will be no doubt a host of Irish people peeling off their wet-gear to bask in the rare sun-rays, meaning our beaches and paddling spots will be awash with bodies. Read More

Eat out for less

Wednesday, July 1st, 2009

Blond girl in a restaurant show a huge bill for foodWhile in the Good Old Days some of you may not have thought twice about dropping the price of a small car on a great meal, in these new not-quite-so-great days it’s time to be a little bit more savvy about where and how we choose to dine out. Read More

A night out without breaking the bank…

Tuesday, May 19th, 2009

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While many businesses are lowering their prices in a nod to these straitened times, Ireland’s vintners have yet to jump on the bandwagon, and a night in the pub can relieve you of your hard-earned cash like nowhere else. Read More

It costs very little to get fit

Tuesday, May 19th, 2009

People Exercising in a parkCan you think of a better time to get in shape? From walking your worries away to forgetting it all in a Yogic trance, taking care of mind, body and soul has never been so important. Remember, exercise needn’t cost the earth. Here are some suggestions from absolutely free to small investments with big payback…. Read More

Family days out at a leisurely pace…

Tuesday, May 19th, 2009

family day outWe’re all guilty of it. Thinking that our country’s many attractions aren’t going anywhere in a hurry so what’s the rush? Then you realise you could count on one hand the number of them you’ve seen since your school tour days. A great number of attractions are either free or have a nominal cover charge. It’s time to out-tour the tourists! Read More

Affordable Activities for all the Family

Tuesday, May 19th, 2009

affordable activitiesIf your idea of a family activity is an afternoon arguing in a shopping centre then it’s time to get a bit more adventurous and take advantage of a whole host of amenities, country and city, just waiting to be explored. Many are free, some at a small price, but all are thoroughly enjoyable. Read More