Oakville Curling Club

Here's an opportunity to share your curling story!

👥 Attention Curling Community! 👥

As we gear up for the 150th Anniversary of Curling in Ontario, we want to hear from YOU! 🥌✨

We're reaching out for testimonials, quotes, and stories to celebrate our rich history together. Here’s how you can contribute:

📽️ Short Video Messages: Share some of your best curling moments! (30 seconds or less)

💬 Short Quotes: What does curling mean to you? Send us a quote that captures your passion for the sport.

📝 Longer Written Submissions: Got a deeper story? We want to hear about your experiences in curling over the last 150 years, including club life, memorable matches, and community impact!

✔️ You can upload your contributions here: https://forms.gle/8ToZjfsZGJ2jGk6a9

Let's celebrate the legacy of curling in Ontario! Your voice is essential to this milestone.

Join us for a weekend of camaraderie, competition, and celebration at the Oakville Curling Club's "United We Curl" bonspiel on September 20th and 21st! Register now: https://buff.ly/4bLWPok

There's still some open spots in the Recreational group on Saturday Sept 21. It's the perfect intro to curling for newer curlers with two 6 end games guaranteed! PLUS ... prepare for a whirlwind of excitement off the ice with fun games, electrifying drag shows, mouthwatering dinners, and dancing/karaoke that'll keep you on your toes all night long. It's more than just a bonspiel—it's a weekend packed with laughter, friendship, and unforgettable memories.

Stu Sells Oakville Tankard starts Friday Sept 6th!!!

Be sure to come out and watch some of the world's best men's and women's teams compete.

Check out the list of who's playing:
MEN: https://buff.ly/4g6tho2
WOMEN:https://buff.ly/3TedMR3

Save the date: September 22nd for Oakville Curling Club Open House, 3pm - 5pm.

All members are invited to join us at the curling club as we get ready to kick off an exciting 2024-2025 season.

Enjoy snacks and a wine and beer tasting event. Reconnect with friends and meet new ones. It's a great opportunity for our new members to learn more about the club, our leagues and all the activities throughout the season.

We look forward to seeing you at the club!

Get a grip! Trust us, you need a new gripper.

Your ice maker will thank you, your teammates will thank you, and you'll stay safe on the ice.

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Welcome back Summer Leaguers!! Here's an FYI from your ice maker. We have a youth camp all this week with a lot of new, young curlers. I decided not to work on the rocks until the camp is over to give the kids a better experience. So the ice is a little straight at the moment, but I will be flipping the rocks over this Sunday. The top surface is freshly sanded, so next week you can expect more curl. Good curling, Scott Foster

The ice is in and the pros are coming out to practice! Team Hollie Duncan recently kicked off their first training weekend at our club. Watch for them at The Stu Sells Oakville Tankard Sept 6 - 9. https://fb.watch/u4ysd3sF4s/

Team Gushue will be at the Stu Sells Oakville Tankard at the Oakville Curling Club Sept 6 - 9! Be sure to come out and catch all the action. https://stucurls.com/stu-sells-oakville-tankard/ Curl ON Toronto Curling Association Curl ON CurlingZone Stu Sells Team

Brad Gushue is headed back to Oakville to open the 2024/25 season!

Gushue last won the Stu Sells Oakville Tankard in 2015, his last competitive appearance at the Oakville Curling Club!

Read More:
https://www.curlingzone.com/post.php?postid=8985 #1

Stu Sells Oakville Tankard is coming to OCC Sept 6 - 9! Come watch some of the world's best men's and women's teams: Bruce Mouat, Ross Whyte, Brad Gushue, John Epping, Yannick Schwaller, Korey Dropkin, Xenia Schwaller, Rebecca Morrison, Delaney Strouse, Daniel Inglis, Kayla Skrlik. And many many more! https://stucurls.com/stu-sells-oakville-tankard/ Curling Canada Curl ON Toronto Curling Association CurlingZone Stu Sells Team

The countdown is OFFICIALLY ON! We're less than one month away from our first Stu Sells Series event of the season, to be held at the Oakville Curling Club.

From September 6-9 ,2024, come on down to the Oakville Curling Club to watch many of the world's best men's and women's teams compete in our own backyard. This early season event is always one of our favourites, and we're looking forward to seeing tons of incredible curling in Oakville, as well as around Ontario and Nova Scotia this season.

Thank you to all of our sponsors, host curling clubs, event organizers, athletes, and anyone else involved for helping to make the Stu Sells Series a reality for another year!

Scott Foster and his ice-making team have been hard at work creating amazing ice for the start of OCC’s exciting curling season. Check out the white paint process with Dave Burbank & Colsen Flemington.

We kick things off on Aug 19th with a weeklong Summer Youth Camp and 7-week Summer League series! There’s still a few spots left in Summer League. Sign up today: https://buff.ly/3YygW5Q

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Oakville curler Kerry Somerset on Wednesday, July 31. Kerry made numerous friends in our Monday Night League. Her infectious smile and warm spirit touched everyone she met. A celebration of life for Kerry will take place late August or early September. More information to follow.

Summer curling at Oakville is just two weeks away. Are you ready? If you haven't signed up yet there's still a few spaces left. REGISTER: https://buff.ly/3YygW5Q

We're excited to see everyone back out on the ice soon!!!

There's still time to get the Early Bird discount. Register for the 2024/25 curling season by August 1st and get a 5% discount on your membership fees. Don't delay ... only two more days left to save!.

Also new for the 2024/25 Season: If the parent(s) are members, the youth league fee is free! Register now: buff.ly/3YaMgnT

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Here comes the ice! Scott Foster, OCC Head Ice Technician has started the lengthy and precise process of putting in the ice at Oakville Curling Club. Along with Ice Assistant Colsen Flemington, they'll be working hard over the next few weeks to create amazing ice for the start of Summer League on August 19th. We can hardly wait!

Our Summer Curling League starts in less than a month! So it's time to start your stretches, find your broom and shoes, and make sure those curling pants still fit.

Many of the leagues are full but there are still a few spaces left. So don't delay ... sign up today and get curling this summer. REGISTER: https://oakvillecurlingclub.com/curling/summer-league

Wishing all of you a safe and happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦

OCC members were at the Oakville Festivals of Film & Art today for the CURL POWER screening. As a community partner, OCC helped promote the film and gave away 4 prizes of TRY CURLING sessions at our club. Director Josephine Anderson and Producer Mike Johnston talked about what it was like to make this heartwarming and funny documentary that looks at the challenges of growing up, working towards a goal, and sharing in the camaraderie of curling. Be sure to watch it if you get the chance!

CURL POWER is almost sold out! Get your tickets now. Oakville Festivals of Film & Art, Sat, June 22, 2:30pm at Film.Ca Cinemas
This heartfelt documentary follows a team of teenage girls pursuing their dream of becoming Canadian Youth curling champions. Get a ticket & get a chance to win a free TRY CURLING session at Oakville Curling Club. Makes a great gift to get new people into the sport.

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Join us for CURL POWER at Oakville Festivals of Film & Art, Sat, June 22, 2:30pm at Film.Ca Cinemas. This inspiring documentary
follows a team of teenage girls from B.C. as they pursue their dream of becoming Canadian U21 curling champions. Get a ticket & get a chance to win a free TRY CURLING session at Oakville Curling Club. Makes a great gift to get new people into the sport.

ORDER TICKETS NOW: https://offa2024.eventive.org

Attention curlers. Be sure to go see "Curl Power" at the Oakville Festivals of Film & Art, Sat, June 22, 2:30pm at Film.Ca Cinemas. It's an inspiring documentary that follows a team of teenage girls as they pursue their dream of becoming Canadian U21 curling champions. Get a ticket & get a chance to win a free "Try Curling" session at Oakville Curling Club. Makes a great gift to get new people into the sport.

ORDER TICKETS NOW: https://offa2024.eventive.org

After a fantastic bonspiel in 2023, the Oakville Curling Club is proud to once again host the second annual United We Curl Bonspiel (coming this September!). Registration details are on the website: www.oakvillecurlingclub.com

We wish all our members a happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈❤️🥌

Registration for the 2024/25 season opens June 5th!

That’s not all the good news: The fees have stayed the same for this coming season AND if you register and pay by August 1st you will receive a 5% discount to your membership and league fees (No exceptions). Prize levies and locker fees are not discounted.

Also new for the 2024/25 Season: If the parent(s) are members, the youth league fee is free!

Visit www.oakvillecurlingclub.com for more info and to register

On June 22, 2024 at 2:30pm, Oakville Festivals of Film & Art will be screening the powerful, but tender documentary by Josephine Anderson called Curl Power.

Yahoo called Curl Power “A delightful, insightful and honest look at the complexity of teenage girlhood, with a competitive edge.” Toronto Star said “Not your average sports doc…One of the most anticipated documentaries at the 2024 Hot Docs Festival.”

Curl Power follows a team of teenage girls as they pursue their unusual dream of becoming Canadian National Curling Champions, and seek out their own paths amid the legacies of their world champion mothers. This intimate and imaginative coming-of-age documentary tells a story of angst and ecstasy, following the funny and tender evolution of five best friends as they reckon with their bodies, minds, and the great unknown.

Screening: Saturday, June 22 at 2:30pm at Film.ca Cinema. (Filmmakers in attendance)

To purchase tickets: https://offa2024.eventive.org/films/6611de350130a4009acc0355

Curling Canada

It is with great pleasure that we announce the results of the Mural Design Challenge as voted on by you, the members. We invite you to join us at the Club’s 2024-25 Season Open House on Sunday Sept 22nd, 2024 as we unveil the winning design on the walls of Sheet 8.

🎨 Winner: Tamsin Carne
Congratulations, Tamsin! Tasmin’s artwork captivated us with its originality and creativity. Her talent shines brightly, and we’re thrilled to recognize her exceptional contribution to our contest. Her design serves as a visual representation of the spirit and inclusivity that serve as our mission statement.

🥈 Runner-up: Anna Li
Congratulations, Anna! In consideration of overwhelming feedback, the Committee and Board have agreed to award Anna a prize in recognition of her unique perspective and skillful ex*****on embodying the sense of history, community, and camaraderie within our Club.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to both Tamsin and Anna for participating in the Challenge – their passion and dedication will enrich our Club and will serve as an inspiration to us all.

A special thanks to Mary Jane Carroll, an OCC and Sheridan Facility member, who tirelessly acted as the Club’s representative at Sheridan during this project. And special thanks to Helen Stephenson, Greg Irwin, Harold Holloway, Bridget Freitas and Ian Tetley who helped organize this project throughout the year and sat on the Selection Committee.

And as a final reminder, the NSTF OCC 2024 Capital Project / Mural Design Challenge project will remain open through November 2024 to accept tax-deductible donations (for amounts over $10.00). Your donations will be used towards the OCC Mural Design Challenge (prize award & mural creation & installation) and other near-term enhancements to the arena’s appearance. For more information on how to donate, please review the National Sports Trust Fund Donations (NSTF) section of the Mural Design Challenge webpage (https://oakvillecurlingclub.com/index.php/resources/mural?idU=1).

Don’t miss out on your favourite summer league division! 🌞🥌🌞
Sign up today, space is limited.

Returning members have until May 1st to retain their spot from last season.

For more info visit www.oakvillecurlingclub.com

Leagues offered:
Men’s, Women’s & Open 4s (Recreational)
Men’s, Women’s & Open 4s (Competitive/Pay per win)
Open Doubles (Recreational)
Open Doubles (Competitive/Pay per win)
Mixed Doubles (Competitive/Pay per win)
L2C - Learn to Curl - Intermediate
5U - For players that have played less than 5 Years

Don’t miss out on your favourite summer league division!
Sign up today, space is limited.

Returning members have until May 1st to retain their spot from last season.

For more info visit www.oakvillecurlingclub.com

Leagues offered:
Men's, Women's & Open 4s (Recreational)
Men's, Women's & Open 4s (Competitive/Pay per win)
Open Doubles (Recreational)
Open Doubles (Competitive/Pay per win)
Mixed Doubles (Competitive/Pay per win)
L2C - Learn to Curl - Intermediate
5U - For players that have played less than 5 Years

Congratulations to our A B C D E F G H I division champions! 🎉🎉🎉

Registration starts today for summer curling 😁
Recreational, competitive, Doubles, L2C intermediate and a league for beginners (U5). Something for everyone!!
For more info and to register visit our website. www.oakvillecurlingclub.com