WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ IN THE HOUSE:
Tonight: Appetizer Night #3. 6:40pm game - 2 people from each team bring an appetizer to share with your table. Enjoy the company and make lasting WNW memories! Next week you curl at 9pm so you won't be doing appetizers.
9pm games - wait until next week for your appetizer night.
Next Week: Appetizer Night #4 - same as above.... different teams.
Other NEWS: We understand that due to an accident on Trafalgar Rd last week, several players were late getting to the club. In instances like this we invoke the Lateness Rule - regardless of the circumstances.
1.6: Lateness
Games are scheduled to begin at 6:40 pm and 9:00 pm. For delayed games the WNW league will abide by the Oakville Curling Club Rules for Play & Member Conduct, which states:
If a team does not commence play at the designated time (and has not cancelled the ice time and notified the opposing team) then the following will apply:
- If the delay of the start of play is 1-15 minutes, then the non-offending Team receives 1 point and will have last rock in the first end of actual play. One end is considered completed;
- If the delay of the start of play is 15-30 minutes, then the non-offending Team receives 1 additional point and will have last rock in the first end of actual play. Two ends are considered completed;
- If play has not started after 30 minutes, then the non-offending Team is declared winner by forfeit. The final score will be recorded as a "Win" for the non-offending Team and a "Loss" for the offending Team.
Thanks Ev
Even MORE NEWS: Do you want to curl in Switzerland? Read below:
Hi Everyone,
I am looking for 4 or 5 curlers who want to experience curling in Switzerland this coming February.
It is in a picturesque part of Switzerland in the Region of Pays-d’Enhaut, not far from Lausanne.
Have a look and let me know if you are interested and want more information.
Rick Brady
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Subject: 33e Grand Prix de Curling à Château-d'Oex
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We are pleased to send you the invitation to our Curling tournament "Grand Prix 2025" in Château-d'Oex!
Please note that only the first 20 registered teams will be accepted – so don’t wait to sign up!
The Fondue night on Friday is official !
We already have sone teams from others countries. Sounds like a great dinner coming ! 
Last but not least we have only 9 spots left ! So hurry up to register your teams 
!
We are keeping a few spots for you of course but do not wait too long !
As last year, we kindly ask you to prioritise online registration via our website Grand Prix Open Air 2026 – Curling club Gstaad section Château-dOex, or by using the QR code on the registration form.
We are already looking forward to spending a fun and sporty weekend with you in the beautiful region of Pays-d’Enhaut!
With our best regards,
Dear Curlers
Curling Club Château-d'Oex
Christophe Nicolier, Président
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079 301 40 76
LAUGH OF THE WEEK:
- Who is green and sings?
- Elvis Parsley.
STUFF THAT MAKES US CURL BETTER:
Strategy to keep the center more open with hammer.
RECIPES AROUND THE RINGS:
Marry Me Shrimp Pasta
Yields: 4 - 6 serving(s)
Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cal/Serv: 870
Creamy, flavorful, and utterly irresistible—there’s a reason why this dish can inspire a proposal! Marry Me shrimp pasta features a rich sun-dried tomato cream sauce loaded with shrimp, tender spinach, and fragrant herbs, all tossed with perfectly al dente pasta. Taking inspiration from our beloved Marry Me chicken, this is a new spin on a classic that’s both indulgent and easy to make.
Spinach adds a pop of color and is my go-to veggie for pasta dishes. It melds seamlessly into the creamy sauce, wilting to perfection as it cooks. To avoid waste, I used the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes to cook the shrimp and aromatics—it’s a delicious swap for plain olive oil.
If you have some dry white wine lying around, then by all means add some to the pasta. Just replace 1/2 cup of the broth with white wine. If you do end up using wine, then you can omit the balsamic vinegar since the wine will provide a nice acidity.
Forgot to defrost the shrimp? No sweat! There’s a quick way to defrost that will take 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the amount of shrimp. Simply place the shrimp in cold running water, stirring occasionally, until fully thawed. Then drain and pat dry with a paper towel.
What I love most is how easy this dish is to pull together. With minimal prep and just a few simple steps, you can have it on the table in no time. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress at a dinner party. Trust me, it doesn’t get much better than this!
Ingredients
- 1 cup drained sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, sliced, plus 4 Tbsp. tomato oil, divided
- 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 16 oz. rigatoni or penne
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
- 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1 (5-oz.) pkg. baby spinach
- 1 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1/2 cup), plus more for serving
- Torn fresh basil leaves, for serving
Directions
- In a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 Tbsp. tomato oil. Season shrimp with salt and black pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink and opaque, about 3 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a plate or bowl.
- Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until al dente according to package directions. Drain.
- In same skillet over medium heat, cook garlic, tomato paste, red pepper flakes, and remaining 2 Tbsp. tomato oil, stirring, until tomato paste deepens in color, about 1 minute. Add sun-dried tomatoes, broth, cream, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits, and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce slightly reduces, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and cook, stirring, until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add pasta, shrimp, and Parmesan. Cook, stirring, until pasta is coated and sauce is glossy; season with salt and black pepper. Remove skillet from heat, cover, and let it sit 2 to 3 minutes. Give pasta another stir to coat.
- Divide pasta and shrimp among bowls. Top with basil and more Parmesan.
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SHE THOUGHT IT WAS FATE. I KNEW IT WASN'T....
Honor seems to have everything: she adores her bright and beautiful daughter, Chloe, and her charming, handsome husband, Tom, even if he works one hundred hours a week. Yet Honor’s longing for another baby threatens to eclipse all of it―until a shocking event changes their lives forever.
Submitted by our former league member - Carolyn Wilson! She says "Hi!" Everyone!