Toonie Draw

    The Club is going to run a 50/50 “Toonie” draw every week until the end of the season to raise funds to assist with the cost of the 50th Anniversary Celebrations.

    There will be two boxes on the desk by the bar, one for your toonie and the other for your name entry. Entry slips will be available on the desk for you to complete with your printed name and phone number. The boxes will be available for you to place your toonie and name entry all week with the draw taking place on Friday Night.

    For some added excitement we have decided to enter 5 “Tam” (blank) entries into the draw each week, one for each decade Tam has been open. If one of the “Tam” entries is drawn the winnings for that week will be carried over to the next week.


    We hope you will join us in our 50/50 Toonie Draw to raise some funds for our Anniversary Celebrations and have some fun with your fellow members.

    DRAW TO START THE WEEK OF JANUARY 9TH

    Raffle Boxes 50th Anniversary


    A complimentary curling history book will be given to each of the visiting 2023 Strathcona Cup Scottish curlers.  I hope that a few dozen Canadian curlers will purchase a copy. Please find attached OrderForm_HogScore.

    The Hog-Score in the Great Rink of Time
    Ramblings on Curling

    Book 1: The outdoor natural ice era in Scotland, 1500-1900
    With John Rae McCowan (28 May 1919 – 5 June 2021)

    First published in 2022 in the United Kingdom by
    The Ayrshire Archaeological and Natural History Society

    This Canadian Edition is underwritten by
    The James McCowan Memorial Social History Initiative 
    To commemorate the 2023 tour in Canada by Scottish Curlers
    In friendly competition for the Strathcona Cup

    Each visiting Scottish curler will receive a complimentary copy of Book 1 with thanks for their great sportsmanship and their dedication to a century-old curling tradition.


    To have conducted such in-depth research into the game and bring it all together in an easy and pleasurable read was no doubt a true labour of love.
         From the Afterword by Mike S. Ferguson, President, Royal Caledonian Curling Club

    Bruce McCowan, with his Uncle, Jack McCowan, have done a truly wonderful job in tracing their curling roots back to the hot-bed curling regions of south-west Scotland.
         From the Foreword by Dr. Lindsay Scotland, Trustee, Scottish Curling Trust

    The Hog-Score in the Great Rink of Time arrived safely on Saturday and there has been no work done in the Drummond household since as the book is being devoured. 
         Elspeth Drummond, Secretary, Cumnock and District Curling Club

    Well researched and illustrated throughout, The Hog-Score is a welcome addition to the historical records of those who participated in bonspiels on both sides of the Atlantic.
         John R. Young, author of "The Roaring Game: Stonehouse Curling Club”

    Best wishes for 2023,

    D. Bruce McCowan, P.Eng.,
    Former Chair (2010-12), Professional Engineers Ontario Education Committee
    Now Retired

    STRATHCONA CUP

    (January 23rd, 2023 at 2:30 pm)

    50/50+ Draw and Raffle

    (A Tam @50 Event)

    The proceeds from this draw will go towards supporting the Strathcona Cup at Tam and our TAM 50th Anniversary.   The Cup is the longest-running International Bonspiel in the world.

    Let’s give the Scots a great Tam welcome!

     

    Raffle Details

    • Cost is $5 or 3 tickets for $10.
    • No limit on the number of tickets. Additional sponsors are most welcome.
    • First prize: 50% of the cash value of the tickets sold
    • Other prizes: Grapefully Yours coupon for 23 L of wine, a magnum of red wine, Goldline prizes…and more!!
    • Tickets will be sold at Tam league games starting on January 7th
    • Draw will be held on January 23rd
    • Spectators are welcome at the event. The games will start at 2:30 pm.
    • Contact Brian Nash at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (416) 799-9825 for further information.

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    Just a reminder that chitting is no longer available at the club.

    Only CASH / CREDIT OR DEBIT CARD will be accepted going forward.

    Thank you


    STARTS: JANUARY 30, 2023

    ENTRY DEADLINE: JANUARY 26, 2023

    CATEGORY OF PLAY:A or B

    Register on-line today!

    Adult Men’s Singles Championship A/B

    Adult Men’s Singles Championship A/B

    WE WELCOME YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THIS TOURNAMENT.

    If you are unable to play at the required times, please do not enter.
     
    ROUND ROBIN SINGLES TOURNAMENT RULES A-B
     
    1- PLAYER MUST ARRANGE THEIR OWN MATCHES AND COURT BOOKINGS 
    3- PLAY FOR 1 HOUR OR THE FIRST TO 9 GAMES 
    4- ONE POINT IS AWARDED FOR EACH GAME WON 
    5- SEVEN POINTS TIE BREAK IF NEEDED AT 8 GAMES ALL 
    6A-IN THE GROUP OF 4 PLAYERS THE TWO PLAYERS WITH THE HIGHEST POINTS MOVE ON TO THE QUARTER-FINALS 
    {2 PLAYERS} 
    6B- IN THE GROUP OF 3 PLAYERS THE PLAYER WITH THE HIGHEST POINTS MOVES ON TO THE QUARTER-FINALS {1 PLAYER}
    7- ALL MATCHES FROM QUARTER-FINALS TO FINALS ARE THE BEST OF THREE SETS 
    8- IF YOU CAN NOT PLAY WHEN ASKED OR ARE TOO BUSY TO PLAY, DEFAULT PLEASE 
    8a DON’T DELAY THE PROGRESS OF THE TOURNAMENT 
    9-EMAIL SCORES TO EMAIL ADDRESS PROVIDED {WINNER}
    10- PLAYERS MUST PROVIDE THEIR OWN TENNIS BALLS 
     
    HAVE FUN AND MEET NEW MEMBERS

    Event Details

    Event Date 2023-01-30
    Registered 32
    Registration End Date 2023-01-26 11:55 pm
    Location Tam Heather Curling and Tennis Club


    Attention Mixed Curlers: 

    Just a quick reminder that the regular Mixed Curling games on January 13th will continue as scheduled after the “Kick Off” Event of Tam Heather’s 50th Anniversary. The “Kick Off” Event starts at 6.15 p.m. with:

    • Unveiling of the 50th Anniversary Banner,
    • Delivery of the Ceremonial Curling Rock,
    • A Celebratory Rally on the Tennis Courts and
    • Cutting of the 50th Anniversary Cake. 

    Also, Damiano is offering 2 sittings for his “pasta bar” at 5.00 and 7.00 p.m. - cost $20. Space for dinner is limited so please contact Damiano and make a reservation to ensure you will not be disappointed. (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

    Looking forward to seeing you there and wishing you all the very best for 2023! 

    Your Mixed Committee

    TH 50th Kickoff Poster


    nametagIf you wish to order a Tam Heather name tag for this season, the deadline to order is end of day Friday January 13, 2023.

    This will be your last chance this season to order a name tag.

    Name tags cost $20 ($17.70 plus HST) payable when you pick up your name tag.

    If you wish to order a name tag, please send an email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. along with your name you want on the tag and your phone number.


    Tshirt reference 1Tam Heather family,

    Every year the Little Rock section orders shirts designed by Chris Rynas to distribute at their bonspiel in March. This year, you have the option to get one too! For those of you who may not have seen the shirts, they have TAM HEATHER in the center of a curling rock made out of curling terms. Limited samples will be available in the club office for viewing and sizing.

    Shirts are only available in this year's bonspiel color of Irish Green. We may offer other colors in the future. The shirts come in a full range of sizes for both youth and adults. There is also a choice of short-sleeved or long-sleeved shirts. The shirts are Gilden 100% cotton and are unisex sizing. Let me know if you need a size not listed in the order form.

    Orders are taken on the club website or the office staff will help as needed. To be part of this year's order, you must submit your order and payment by Sunday, January 22, 2023. Shirts will be distributed at the end of February/beginning of March.

    Thanks to all of you for your support of the Little Rock program,

    Alison Harris
    Little Rock Coordinator

    Pre Order


    Tshirt reference 1Tam Heather Little Rock shirts are available for pre order. Delivery at the end of February/ beginning of March.

    Shirts are only available in this year's bonspiel color of Irish Green. We may offer other colors in the future. The shirts come in a full range of sizes for both youth and adults. There is also a choice of short-sleeved or long-sleeved shirts. The shirts are Gilden 100% cotton and are unisex sizing.

    Style

    • Long sleeve - $25 including tax
    • Short sleeve - $15 including tax

    Shirt size

    • Youth S, M, L, XL
    • Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL

    Pre order

    One shirt per pre-order. You may submit multiple pre-orders. DEADLINE FOR ORDERS IS JANUARY 22, 2023


    The December 2022 Newsletter is now available.  Click the image below to download a copy

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    Start and Stop of Play - Bell Reminder

    A warning bell will ring at 5 minutes to the hour. Players must vacate their court promptly when the 2nd bell goes off on the hour, regardless of score.  Players who enter the bubble early are asked to remain on the bleachers until their start time and be respectful of the players on court 1.  In case a court is empty before or after the booked time, a five-minute grace period is permissible.  To enter or exit after the final bell, please do so without impacting / disrupting play on other courts.

    2022 Tennis Policy

    2022 Policy Guidelines for Winter Tennis

    2022 League Coordinator Rules and Responsibilities


    2023 will be a year of celebration for Tam Heather. In 1973, 50 years ago the Charter Members of Tam Heather had a vision that became a reality in the place we call our home away from home. Please join with your family, friends and Teammates and plan to attend the Kick Off event on January 13.

    TH 50th Kickoff Poster


    Invitational Bonspiels

    Contact Us

    Tam Heather - Curling & Tennis Club

    Location:  730 Military Trail Toronto, Ontario M1E 4P7

    Phone: (416) 284-9251 
    Fax: (416) 284-0690 
    Email: [email protected]

     

    Accessibility

    wheelchair accessible

    Tam Heather is fully wheelchair accessible

     

    Club Information

    Tam Heather, or the “Tam” as we call it, is an active friendly club located in the Morningside and 401 community of Scarborough. Tam Heather opened in 1973 as a curling club with eight sheets of ice, then two years later in 1975, the club expanded by adding five tennis courts, three of which were covered in the winter with a bubble. Thirty four years later, in 2009, a four court year-round covered structure was built.

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