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t’s that time of the year again! The annual Groundhog Festival is coming to town! It is a week-long event that many look forward to every year in celebration of that little furry creature that put us on the map. Due to the anticipation of this wonderful fun-filled event of our summer, local and area residents and thousands of out-of-town visitors have already planned to be in the park.

As you approach Barclay Square during festival week, your senses will go for a wild ride. You will see the crowd of smiling festival goers getting larger, feel your ear drums start to dance as you hear the music playing in the park, and you will recognize the smell of the fresh baked, gooey cinnamon rolls, sausage sandwiches, and other tantalizing edibles available in the food court.

From July 1 through July 7, tens of thousands will gravitate to the town square and the streets of Punxsutawney to do a little shopping, listen to music, catch up with old friends and enjoy all the varieties of food.

This is the one special time of the year that Punxsutawney sets aside to host many local and outside artists and vendors, displaying their talents and goods.

“Every year is special; we have an interesting schedule this year,” says Roger Steele, the Festival Committee leader who has been involved in the event for close to thirty years. “Dedicate this week to our freedom since this is over the Fourth of July, and pray all the troops are safe that week.”

This year’s Sunday opening afternoon will begin with a gospel service; Monday night features a teenaged group from Lancaster who were finalists in “The Groove Battle of the Bands.” On other nights, you can

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enjoy music from the ‘60s and even two nights of country. Wrapping up the week, for the very first time, there will be a Journey tribute band!

“I hope everyone comes out. Come, bring your chair and enjoy,” says Steele.

You never know what the Groundhog Festival has in store until you get out and go! Don’t miss out on this one-week event that only happens once a year. I promise, you won’t regret it!

For more information on the week’s entertainment visit www.groundhogfestival.com •••

2012 Schedule of Events

All Week Long Events Sunday Thru Saturday July 1 thru July 7 • Food vendors, arts and crafts vendors in Barclay Square • Bring lawn chairs, no seating available in Barclay Square • Rides and games provided by Fun Zone, SunSat. 1 to 4 p.m. and 5 to 9 p.m.

• No pets, bicycles, skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, solicitation in the Park • Church and organization bake sales • REACT First Aid Booth on scene Tentative Schedule subject to change, not responsible for typographical errors.

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Paul loves to preach, teach and sing about the Savior he loves. Paul and a friend began the “Tom Siple Foundation” which gives outdoor experiences to those who are either disabled or terminally ill. continued on next page

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2012 Groundhog Festival Schedule of Events Continued from page 2

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Monday, July 2 • 10 a.m. to Noon - children’s Workshops Boom Town era children’s activities (ages 6-12) at the Lattimer House • 11 to 11:30 a.m. - registration for Diaper Derby (Crawling Babies) and for Tot Trot (1218 months on padded course) • 11:30 a.m. to Noon - Diaper Derby race followed by the Tot Trot race • Noon to 12:45 p.m. - Sadecky Puppets The Prince and the Pauper • 1 to 1:30 p.m. - Dennie huber - Magic • 2 to 2:45 p.m. - Sadecky Puppets - Aesop’s Fables continued on next page

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BO WAGNER’S tRIBUtE tO FRANk SINAtRA Sunday, July 1 — 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and 8 to 9 These little ones will crawl straight into your heart as they compete for this year’s champip.m. onship. I’m sure this photo opportunity will be attended by moms, dads, grandparents and even aunts and uncles! Registration for entries will begin at 11:00 a.m. with the first heat to start at 11:30 a.m. The diaper derby is limited to crawling babies only. The little ones, cheered on by family members, will be crawling toward the finish lines on a special padded surface. The total number of heats will be determined by the amount of entries. The winner of each heat will be determine this year’s champion tOt tROt RACE

Bo was lead singer for the Vogues for more than 20 years. Throughout his singing career, Bo has had many musical influences, but none greater than the legendary Frank Sinatra. During his travels at the Jockey Club in Las Vegas, Bo had the privilege of performing for Sinatra, capturing the style and mannerisms of old blue eyes himself. “Let’s Be Frank” is a first class tribute to one of entertainment’s most popular performers. kIDS pROJECtS Daily Starting July 2 — 10 a.m. - 12 Noon The Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society will host Boom Town era children’s activities (ages 6-12) at the Lattimer House. Any questions, please call the museum at 938-2555.

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Monday, July 2 — 11:30 a.m. to 12 Noon The “Tot Trot” Race for new walkers will immediately follow the Diaper Derby. Contestants who are 12 to18 months of age will race the same course as the Diaper Derby. Encouragements from family and friends will assure an exciting time for the little trotters to stay on course and finish the race!! Registration for the Tot Trot will begin at 11:30 a.m. and the race will follow the Diaper Derby.

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www.punxsutawneymagazine.com Special Thanks to the Groundhog Festival Committee Punxsutawney Hometown magazine is not responsible for any changes, omissions or errors. Schedule as of June 19, 2012

SADECky’S pUppEtS Monday, July 2 The Prince and the Pauper — 12 to 12:45 p.m.

Aesop's Fables — 2 to 2:45 p.m.

Tuesday, July 3 R.E.S.P.E.C.T. — 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

The Prince and the Pauper — 1:30 to 2:15 p.m.

Wednesday, July 4 Aesop's Fables — 12:30 to 1:15 p.m.

BAkE SAlES Daily, starting Monday, July 2 — 10 a.m. to 12 R.E.S.P.E.C.T. — 2:30 to 3:15 p.m.

Thursday, July 5, 2012 p.m. in the Park If you are hungry for some “tasty treats” then The Prince and the Pauper — 11:30 a.m. to look no further!! Several different organiza- 12:15 p.m. & Aesop's Fables — 1:30 to 2:15 p.m.

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2012 Groundhog Festival Schedule of Events Continued from previous page

R.D. Brown Memorials

Monday, July 2 • 3 to 5 p.m. - Dennie huber - Balloons.

• 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and 9 to 10 p.m. - headstrong - Country

Tuesday, July 3

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• 9:30 a.m. registration for Teddy Bear Picnic, Categories for Teddy Bears: 1. GrGr-Girly Bear, 2. April Showers Bring May Flower Bear, 3. Party Bear, 4. Brave Armed Forces Bear, 5. My Bear and I (Dressed Alike) • 10 a.m. - Teddy Bear Picnic, If it rains it will be held on the 2nd Floor of Eagles across from Barclay Square • 10 a.m. to Noon - children’s Workshops - Boom Town era children’s activities (ages 6-12) at the Lattimer House • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Face Painting • 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - children activities/information - Jefferson County Head Start • 10 to 11:30 p.m. - Dennie huber - Balloons • 11:30 to 12:15 p.m. - Sadecky’s Puppets - R.E.S.P.E.C.T. • 12:30 to 1 p.m. - Dennie huber - Magic • 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. - Sadecky’s Puppets The Prince and the Pauper • 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. - Dennie huber - Balloons • 7 p.m. - Groundhog 5K run/2 mile Fun Walk –

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SADECky’S pUppEtS continued — Sadecky’s Puppets, Inc. was founded in 1981 by brothers Jay and Michael Sadecky, who had an early interest in the art of puppetry. The puppeteer troupes now travel to 14 different states, performing over 500 shows per year. Having raised children of their own, both Jay and Mike recognize the importance of the nurturing and character building of today’s children. Written into each script are issues such as respect, manners, peer pressure and honesty. We hope that in this way the audience will not only be entertained, but will also adopt some valuable lessons for life.

DENNIE HUBER - MAGICIAN Monday, July 2 — 1 to 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 3 — 12:30 to 1 p.m.

Thursday, July 5 — 3:30 to 4 p.m.

Friday, July 6 — 12:30 to 1 p.m.

Saturday, July 7 — 12:45 to 1:15 p.m.

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Registration at Community Center starting at 5:30 p.m. Registration form and information go to www.punxsutawneyphil.com.commcenter • 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and 9 to 10 p.m. - Large Flowerheads - 60’s Classic Rock

Wednesday, July 4 • 10 a.m. - Noon - children’s Workshops -Boom Town era children’s activities (ages 612) at the Lattimer House • 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. - michelle’s magical Poodles.

• 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. - Sadecky’s Puppets - Aesop’s Fables • 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. - michelle’s magical Poodles • 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. - Sadecky’s Puppets R.E.S.P.E.CT. • 4 to 5:30 p.m. - Saddle up - Country • 7 to 8 p.m. and 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. - moore Brothers - Variety • 9:30 to 9:45 p.m. - Fireworks

A performer since the age of twelve, Dennie’s shows offer wholesome family fun. Each show features silly and mystifying magic tricks, interesting stories and lively toe tapping music. Dennis is also one of the few magicians in the country who sings while performing some of his routines.

Audience members are also a big part, joining Dennie on stage to sing, dance and share in the fun. Dennie guarantees “there’s something for everyone” and “that there is never a dull moment.”

DENNIE HUBER - BAllOON ARtISt Monday, July 2 — 3 to 5 p.m.

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2012 Groundhog Festival Schedule of Events Continued from previous page

Thursday, July 5

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Registration begins at 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, July 5 — 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Friday, July 6 — 2 to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 7 — 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Master Balloon Artist, Dennie Huber has been twisting balloons since the age of twelve. Starting with the one balloon puppy and giraffe, Dennie has over the years built a

Top 3 Males & Top 3 females will receive awards

Open to all ages • Children under 18 need parental consent

AnnUAL RAffLE dRAWInG Saturday, July 7 in Park

Raffle Tickets available 1st prize: 50� SAnyO LCd-HdTv at the Community Center 2nd prize: “new� Apple IPAd or at our booth in the park. $2.00 per chance. 3rd prize: Preseason Pittsburgh Steeler Tickets

Primitive & Vintage Home Decor

Battery Operated Tapers in several sizes Salt Box Houses • Twig Box Arrangments Berry Vines • Candles • Gifts & Much More!

210 W. Mahoning St., Punx’y

814-939-9350 or 814-249-8776

938-9584

Gift CertiďŹ cates Available

588 W. Mahoning St. Punxsutawney

CARuLLi AuTo SALeS & SeRviCe Let us take care of your vehicle.

We offer a full line of

Transmission Work & Auto Repairs.

D.E. LIMITED FAMILY PARTNERSHIP

DeL DeveloPerS AND ProDuCerS oF NAturAl gAS

1406 N. Main St., Punx’y

814-938-0800

• 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Face Painting • 10 a.m. - registration for Three Wheel race (Ages 3-4) - Racing over a designated course - All Race •  10:30  a.m.  -  registration for Three Wheel race ii (Ages 5,6 and 7) - Racing over a designated course • 10:30 a.m. - Three Wheel race i • 11 a.m. - Three Wheel race ii • 11 a.m. - registration for Scooter race (Ages 7-8-9) • 11:30 a.m. - Scooter race - No power assisted scooter • 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Dennie huber - Balloons • 11:30 to 12:15 p.m. - Sadecky’s Puppets - The Prince and The Pauper • 12:30 to 1 p.m. - michelle’s magical Poodles • 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. - Sadecky’s Puppets Aesop’s Fables • 2:45 to 3:15 p.m. - michelle’s magical Poodles • 3:30 to 4 p.m. - Dennie huber - Magic • 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. - michelle’s magical Poodles • 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and  9 to 10 p.m. - Sg’r Bear - Country

reputation for his multiple balloons creations, and his wacky balloon character hats with big 3 D eyes, wings, feathers and legs. Don’t be surprised to see children of all ages (even adults) wearing one of Dennie’s silly balloon hats, from big red-nosed clowns to new characters such s Chocolate the Moose and Daffy the Duck. It’s no wonder Dennie’s line never seems to end‌ come and enjoy!

HEADStRONG Monday, July 2 — 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and 9 to 10 p.m.

friday, July 6

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Come See Our Ceramic Groundhogs Call for hours & class times.

65 3-2792

333 W. Main St., Reynoldsville

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Cammy Lester - 938-9476 Enjoy an evening with friends and family with free cooking and cleaning.

STOp by OUR bOOTH SUnDay THRU SaTURDay DURInG THe GROUnDHOG FeSTIval.

Brides Check Out Our Bridal Registry at

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•  10  a.m.  to Noon  -  children’s Workshops -Boom Town era children’s  activities  (ages 6-12)                       at the Lattimer House  • 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Friends of the Library annual Book Sale - Coach Room off South Jefferson Street • 11:30 to Noon - michelle’s magical Poodles • 12:30 to 1 p.m. - Dennie huber - Magic • 1:30 to 2 p.m. - michelle’s magical Poodles • 2 to 4:30 p.m. - Dennie huber - Balloons • 3 to 3:30 p.m. - michelle’s magical Poodles • 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. & 9-10 p.m. - rick K & The allnighter continued on page 10

Headstrong, the young band, consisting of three brothers and a buddy, hail from Lancaster. They were finalists in “The Groove Battle of the Bands� and have recently landed a development deal with Nashville publishers Tom-Leis Music. continued on next page

Pizza Town

Pizza • Sandwiches • Salads • dinners & More Come eat with us at Pizza Town and save money!

Open Sun.-Thurs. 11am to 11pm Fri & Sat. 11am to Midnight

W. Mahoning St., punxsy plaza

938-2380

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Festival Events 2012

Try All your Favorite Treats to Keep Cool.

KELLy

Ice Cream Cakes and Pies

OvER 35 dIffEREnT fLAvORS

of Hard & Soft Ice Cream & yogurt

COunTry COne

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tEDDy BEAR pICNIC Tuesday, July 3 — 9:30 to 11 a.m.

The popular Teddy Bear Parade and Picnic will return again to the park. The event will take place on Tuesday, July 5 in Barclay Square. Registration will be held at 9:30 a.m. and the parade of teddy bears

year’s “Groundhog Festival”! Remember to stop and visit us in the park for a free child’s activity while you are there!!

17tH ANNUAl COMMUNIty CENtER 5k/2 MIlE WAlk Tuesday, July 3 — 7 to 8 p.m.

daily Specials • Hot Sandwiches Combo Meals • Side Orders • Shakes floats • Cones • Beverages & More!

Dustin Brooks Sales Manager Come See Me For Your Next Vehicle

SPring HillS SHelTieS

(814) 952-0234 or 877-893-7227

Dog & Cat Boarding & Grooming

dustin.kellycjd@yahoo.com

ENjOY thE FEStIVAl!

Just minutes from town 370 Big W. Dr. punx’y

uNDEr NEW oWNErshiP

724-286-9355

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and their owners will commence at 10 .m.. The first 100 entries in the popular festival attraction will receive a teddy bear memento. There is a limit of one gift per entry. Five categories of teddy bears for this year’s parade and picnic are as follows: Categories: 1. Gr-Gr-Girly Bear 2. April Showers Bring May Flower Bear 3. Party Bear 4. Brave Armed Forces Bear 5. My Bear and I (Dressed Alike). In the event of rain, the parade and picnic will be moved to the second floor of the F.O. Eagles building on East Mahoning Street (directly across from Barclay Square).

Great selection of Athletic Shoes, Carhartt Clothing for Men & Women, Work & Hunting Boots by Rocky, Wolverine, Georgia, Danner, Red Wing & Muck

Proceeds benefit the Punxsutawney Area Community Center. Early bird fee $15 until June 20, which also guarantees a T-Shirt. After June 20, the fee is $20 and shirts are not guaranteed. Registration at the Community Center, 220 North Jefferson Street, Punxsutawney. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Shower rooms and parking available at the facility. For more information call (814) 938-1008 or visit our web site; www.punxsutawneycommunitycenter.org.

814-845-7853 3802 Gipsy road Gipsy, Pa 15741

rt. 36n

938-2058

cindy barrett, assistant groomer, michele Wachob, owner and Jr

Thurs. - Fri. Noon to 8 pm, Sat. 10 am to 6 pm, Sun. Noon to 5 pm

“Committed to Caring for Your Pets As Though They Are Our Own”

Richard L. Fait Funeral home

expedite and trailer load Services from 1 lb. to 45,000 lb. Call us for a rate

Brian a. Smith president

2311 rt. 310, reynoldsville brian@fastrakpa.com

“We Serve As We Would Be Served. . .

Because We Care” 117 N. Jefferson Street Punxsutawney 938-8200 www.faitfuneralhome.com

FACE pAINtING IN tHE pARk Tuesday, July 3 — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Thursday, July 5 — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

(814) 939-8999 Fax: (814) 939-8990

cell: (814) 591-5244

ENJOY LOADS OF FUN DURING THE FESTIVAL!

1st Bonn Bons event

July 2 - July 7 Pre-select noW!

The Make-A-Wish Foundation will be face painting in the park during festival week.

CHIlDRENS ACtIvItIES JEFFERSON COUNty HEAD StARt Tuesday, July 3 — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Greetings from Jefferson-Clarion Head Start and Early Head Start Programs to all who come to this

lARGE FlOWERHEADS Tuesday, July 3 — 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. & 9 to 10 p.m.

Imagine being part of the scene when the songs spoke of love, sunshine, and happiness. The Large Flowerheads bring to life the musical sights and sounds of the ‘60s. They “look like the 60s with their Paisley shirts and Nehru jackets and they sound enough like the bands of that era to be the real thing.” continued on next page

call for event Specials

fairlady & company 100 West mahoning Street Punxsutawney, Pa 15767 Call 814-938-1255 for more information

www.fairladycompany.com

Enjoy the Festival!

102 Indiana Street punxsutawney, pA 814-938-5711 Reynoldsville - Sykesville - Clarion www.cf-bank.com Member FDIC Punxsutawney Hometown

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BuBBa’S

200 East Mahoning St., Punx’y

Don Powell

• Subs • Stromboli • Salads

Broker, Appraiser, MBA 938-3031

Have a great time at the festival!

hanD DiPPeD ice cream

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MICHEllE'S MAGICAl pOODlES • Wednesday, July 4 — 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. & 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.

• Thursday, July 5 — 12:30 to 1 p.m., 2:45 to 3:15 p.m. & 4:15 to 4:45 p.m.

• Friday, July 6 — 11:30 a.m. to 12 Noon, 1:30 to 2 p.m. & 3 to 3:30 p.m.

• Saturday, July 7 — 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. & 1:45 to 2:30 p.m.

Mahoning

aquatic therapy

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Medicare certified Office Hours By Appointment

Mahoning Physical TheraPy Medical cenTer

eQuAL HouSING oPPoRTuNITY

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Marion Center, PA

201 N. Jefferson Street PuNxSuTAWNeY • 938-7140 1039 Grant Street ReYNoLDSVILLe • 653-7804

(724) 397-9100 405 Franklin St., Clymer, PA

(724) 254-1010

Get ready to “saddle up” for some great country music. Based out of Latrobe, the band has opened up for such country acts as Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney, Josh Turner, Dierks Bentley and Sara Evans. The band features Mike Garris on vocals, Jay Pfeifer-lead guitar/vocals, Tom Agnolucci-bass, and Brandon Barnhart on drums.

tHE MOORE BROtHERS Wednesday, July 4 — 7 to 8 p.m. & 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.

The Moore Brothers are comprised of four brothers, Rick, Mike, Bill and John, and also feature Mike’s wife Janie. They are a polished, professional country show band. They play New Country, Traditional Country, Classic Rock, Big Band, and

Physical TheraPy Twolick Valley P.T.

Income Based Rental Apartments

800-585-5303 TTy/TDD #711

Pizza

Sundaes • Milkshakes • Banana Splits 427-2924 rt. 119, Punx’y (Beside Biggie’s meats)

Jefferson County Housing Authority Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program

Fresh Dough

Michelle’s Magical Poodles is a show full of classic and traditional style dog tricks. These beautiful poodles can be seen jumping through hoops, dancing, assisting in magic tricks, carrying flowers and even demonstrating a fire safety routine. This show is family oriented, audience interactive, educational as well as entertaining, and fun for all ages.

Enjoy the Festival! much more. The Brothers have played states all over the country including, George, Iowa, Massachusetts, Ohio, Rhode Island, New York, Alabama and West Virginia. They have even entertained the United States Marines at Paris Island.

Embracing Excellence in Healthcare

punxsutawney Community Health Center

Drs. Elder, Kernich &Witherite-Rieg Medical Arts Building, Punxsutawney

814-938-3310

SADDlE Up Wednesday, July 4 — 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Become our fan on Facebook

www.primary-health.net

Oliver T. KOrb & SOnS inC. —— Bui lders of Better ——

MOnUMenTS Julie & Frank mondi

814.938.6119 Office 814.952.1939 OR 814.952.6486 Cell 444 South Main St., Punx’y

DuBois office

814.371.4545 Office Toll Free: 800.752.1601 Fax: 814.371.5813

korbmonuments.com • korbmonuments@verizon.net

MILLER WELDING & MACHINE COMPANY MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY PAINTING & FINISHING MACHINING • WELDING FABRICATING

brookville, Pa 814.849.3061 faX: 814.849.7508

www.millerwelding.com

“Discover the difference that is worth going the distance.”

www.hillsdalenursingandrehab.com Medicare, Medicaid and most insurances accepted

Wednesday afternoon, July 4 - Saddle up sponsored by First Commonwealth. (l. to r.) Brooke Henninger, Dawn Martin, Laurie young and Peg Henninger.

Wednesday night, July 4 - The Moore Brothers co-sponsored by Marion Center Bank. (l. to r.) Kay Anthony, Patty Shreckengost and Dee Lyle.

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• short-term rehab care • hospice care • Long-term nursing care • Physical, occupational and speech therapy • Post-acute care • respite Care • stroke recovery • Alzheimer’s/ Dementia Care

383 mountain View Dr. hillsdale, Pa 15746 814-743-6613 Fax 814-743-5556 Punxsutawney Hometown

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ers will be eligible for registration. The scooter races will wrap up race day in Barclay Square.

SUG’R BEAR Thursday, July 5 — 7:30 to 8;30 p.m. & 9 to 10 p.m.

FIREWORkS Wednesday, July 4 — 9:30 to 10 p.m.

The community fireworks display will begin at app. 9:30 p.m. The fireworks display is again sponsored by the Defelice family. tHREE WHEEl RACES Thursday, July 5 — 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

The three wheel races will be run in two categories; ages 3 and 4 and ages 5, 6 and 7. Registration for the age category I will be at 10 a.m. and age category II will be at 10:30 a.m.

Race time from ages 3 and 4 is 10:30 a.m. and race time for ages 5,6 and 7 will be at 11 a.m.

Registration for the Scooter races will be at 11 a.m. The first heat of category I will go green at 11:30 a.m. No power assisted scooters will be eligible for registration. The scooter races will wrap up race day in Barclay Square.

FRIENDS OF tHE lIBRARy ANNUAl BOOk SAlE Thursday, July 5 — 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday, July 6 — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

If you are an avid reader then you will enjoy this!! The Friends of the Library Annual Used Book Sale located on East Mahoning Street near the park has something for everyone….

A huge selection of best sellers, paperbacks, romance novels, nonfiction and science fiction books. All profits from the sale go toward the Punxsutawney Memorial Library. Located in Coach Room off South Jefferson Street.

Watch for signs!

SCOOtER RACE Thursday, July 5 — 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Registration for the Scooter races will be at 11 a.m. The first heat of category I will go green at 11:30 a.m. No power assisted scoot-

Sug’r Bear. a member of the PA Association of County Fairs, has opened shows for Toby Keith, Ronnie Milsap, T. Graham Brown, Doug Supernaw, Ty England, John Anderson, Ronnie McDowell and appeared with Diamond Rio.

Friday night, July 6th - Rick K. and the Allnighters co-sponsored by S&T Bank & Punxsutawney Rotary Club. (seated) Roger Steele, (middle) Sally Sallack, Jodi Presloid and Denise Bugay, (back) Doug Chambers.

RICk k. & tHE AllNIGHtERS Friday, July 6 — 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. & 9 to 10 p.m.

Let “America’s Most Exciting Show Band”, Rick K. & The Allnighters, take you on a cross-country tour of rock’s greatest hits!

Rick K. leads you through the Fabulous 50s, gets groovy with the 60s Explosion, hustles continued on page 11

Join Kenterra text club and receive a Free cart rental for 9 holes and get special text offers with no obligation!

Ingham & Sons

Gregory L. & Teresa Kennis, Owners Greg J. Kennis, Superintendent

22368 rt. 119 Indiana Hill

www.kenterragolfcourse.com

814-583-7139 • 814-771-6609 Kenterra offers large, beautiful bentgrass greens, a large practice range & practice green. A scenic nine hole layout amidst peaceful farm country, each unique hole provides a fun challenge for all skill levels.

938-4291

STaR iRon WoRkS

punx’y

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As an independent Insurance Agency we give you up to 8 quotes with one phone call!

Shields Insurance 938-5291 Toll Free 800-242-9291 221 W. mahoning Street punxsutawney, pa 15767 Auto Life Home Business

Bernard p.

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Coroner of Jefferson County

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938-7515

O’HaraH COnCrete, InC. • concrete - On Site Mixer Trucks.

Pay only for what you use!

• Stone & mulch - Variety of Gravel, Mulch and River Rock • rentals - Equipment & Tools • Cement Blocks & Retaining Walls 4679 Route 310, Reynoldsville, PA 3 Miles south of Reynoldsville on Rt. 310

hetager Drilling

MarTino’s

800-337-4553 Fax: 814-938-8833 phale@hetager.com

(814) 427-2555 • monitoring Wells • exploration Drilling • air rotary - air coring • Diamond core Drilling • reverse circulation • coal - clay - minerals

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217 W. Mahoning st.

PuNx’y

Mitchell Ave. Big run, PA 15715

Punxsutawney Hometown

31 universal Drive, Suite B punxsutawney, pa 15767

304 Hidden Hollow lane

1857 Woodland Ave., Ext. Punxsutawney, PA 15767

Have Fun at the Festival!

814.938.7110

Well Services Co.

Since 1952

Serving the Drilling Industry

JACQuE iNsurANCE PErry

SALLACK

Call today for an Appointment

hours: Tues.-sat. 1-8 pm 938-1914 240 N. Findley st.

PuNx’y

auto ~ Home Business ~ life

Enjoy the Festival!

Healing Touch Massage

Automotive Services

929 Kennis rd., DuBois

Committed to Excellence

Festival Events 2012

SPoNSoRS: • 3-H Abrasive Company • 310 Lawn & Garden • 84 Services Fundraising • Acme Machine & Welding Co. • AFSCMe Local 2113 • American Legion Post #62 • Harry Armour • Auto Lender, inc.

• Balloons By the Bunch • Bath Fitters inc.

• Bernard P. Snyder, Jefferson Co. Coroner • Anna Beveridge • BFG Manufacturing Services, inc.

• Bill's Small engine Repair • Bizousky Family Practice • Black Friday Warehouse LLC • Brenda D. Shumaker Funeral Home inc.

• Bugsy's Roofing and Construction • Burke & Sons inc • Burma Corp • Christ the King at Home • Circle K Gifts • Clark Brown Sheet Metal Shop • Clearfield-Jefferson Drug & Alcohol Commission • Clown Fish Caricatures • Comcast • Community Action, inc.

• Community First Bank • County National Bank • Country villa Motel • Courtney Katherine Photography • CRW Home Center • Daniel Ritchie Welding • Danko Auto • Deeley Funeral Home • DeL Family Partnership • Down A Country Road • Dunkel Roofing Co. inc • eAGLe Ad Specialties • elks Lodge # 301 • eRC Candles • Fairlady & Company • Femco Holdings, LLC • Fetterman Auto Body • Fezell's County Market • First Commonwealth Bank • First united Methodist Church • Theresa Forrest • Frank Roberts & Sons • Fraternal order of eagles • Fun Zone • Nicholas Gianvito, Attorney at Law • Gigliotti Chiropratic • Gilligan Housing & Rentals • Gimmicks Restaurant • Grace Place • Grange Lime & Stone

814-653-8791

auto service • Tires MounTed & balanced • exhausT & brakes • insPecTion • Major & Minor rePairs • coMPleTe deTailing

13410 rt. 536, Punx’y

938-6722

Groundhog Festival July 2012

Putting Pennsylvania Back On the Right Track

2012 Groundhog Festival Schedule of Events Continued from page 6

Saturday, July 7

Sam Smith State Representative A proud Supporter of the Groundhog Festival!

Paid for by Citizens for Sam Smith

PunxSutawney area MuSeuM Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc.

• 9 to 10 a.m. - registration for 3rd annual children’s Pedal Tractor Pull - held in park.

• 10 to 11 a.m. - children’s Pedal Tractor Pull - tractors are supplied by the sponsor. Prizes for winners in age groups: 4 and 5, 6 and 7, 8 and 9 • 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. - michelle’s magical Poodles

938-2555 Bennis House 401 W. Mahoning St.

Lattimer House 400 W. Mahoning St.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday & Saturday 1-4 p.m. Fri. & Sun. punxsyhistory@verizon.net • www.punxsyhistory.org 1-4 p.m. Thurs. - Sun.

Enjoy the Festival

More than the care you expect, the care you DESERvE!

Do you require a short term stay following surgery or a hospital stay?

Experience skilled rehabilitation in a friendly, caring environment. Mulberry square offers…

Physical, occupational, & speech Therapies.

Call Jen Poltrack, Admissions Director, to schedule your tour. 814-938-6020

411 1/2 W. Mahoning St., Punxsutawney

SHERIff CARL GOTWALd SR.

814-938-6020

• 12:45 to 1:15 p.m. - Dennie huber Magic • 1:45 to 2:30 p.m. - michelle’s magical Poodles • 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. - Dennie huber - Balloons • 4 to 5:30 p.m. - mike Short Jr & Statewide Band - Country • 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and 9 to 10 p.m. - arrival Band - Tribute to Journey Groundhog Festival Committee - (814) 938-2947

www.groundhogfestival.com

Sponsors continued from page 9

• H & H Supply inc • Joyce Haagen • Handyside Solar • Hoffman Diamond Products inc.

• David L. Hoover Family • Howard Hanna - Allemang Realty • indiana First Bank • edwin ipiales • iSDA • Jacque Perry insurance, inc.

• James Hooks & Associates • J.R. Resources • JAWCo Fire, inc • Jeff Billett electric • Jefferson Machine Co. • Joanne M. Garrett Studio • Joe's Drive- in • Johnston Furniture • Jon J. Johnston D.M.D. • Kathy A. Martin income Tax Services • Ken McFarland's Selective Cars • Kendall's Kreations • Kengersky Agency • Kiwanis Club of Punxsutawney • Becky Kunselman • Kuntz Chevy-Pontiac-Buick • Cammy Lester • L.G. Hetager Drilling, inc • Lily's Restaurant & Bakery • Dr. Kyle Lingenfelter • London Farms • Luis Morales • M. Blose & Sons inc • Mahoning valley Milling Co. • Management Services • Marion Center Bank • Mary's Place Restaurant & Catering • McCabe Funeral Home • Randy McCubbin • McNulty's Handmade Gifts • The Medicine Shoppe • Miller Brothers Furniture • eugene J. Miller, CPA • Cesar Morales • Henry Morales • Amy J. Morris - Attorney • Mulberry Square • Neko's Family Restaurant

Proud members of PSacF & aScaP

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That means the residents at Christ The King receive only the best available support, care and security available. There is no compromise or comparison to the services Christ The King offers.

For more information, call 814-371-3180. You’ll be glad you did!

Christ the king Manor 1100 West long Ave. • DuBois, pennsylvania

814-371-3180

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you into the Disco Nights of the 70s, collides with classic top forty, pop rock of the 80s and 90s, then heads for home with high octane hits of the new millennium.

3RD ANNUAl kIDS tRACtOR pUll Saturday, July 7 — 9 a.m. to 12 Noon The kids tractor pull is located in the park. Registration runs from 9 a.m. The tractors are supplied by the sponsor. The Age categories are: ages: 4 and 5; ages: 6 and 7 and aages: 8 and 9.

The race follows at 10 a.m. Prizes for winners in each category.

MIkE SHORt JR. & StAtEWIDE BAND Saturday, July 7 — 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Saturday afternoon, July 7 - Mike Short Jr. and Statewide Band cosponsored by PNC Bank. (l. to r.) Linda Campbell, Peg Henninger and Michelle London.

It didn’t take the Nashville community long to grab onto this up and coming country star, Mike Short.

Mike Short & StateWide Band is a well-known, polished Country band. Members of the band, better known as Statewide, are Dustin Nicholson and Joel Erikson on lead guitar/vocals, Justin Barnes on drums, Lindsay Jurek on rhythm guitar/vocals and Jake Darovitz on bass/vocals.

Sponsors continued from previous page

• Nick's Corner Lunch • Novelteeze • obsessive Apparel • P & N Coal Co. inc • Pallone Family Health Care • Paul Beatty Jewelers • PeoPLeS TWP LLC • Pittsburgh Sports Memories • Pizza Hut/ Wing Street • PNC Bank • Primary Health Network • Production Abrasives, inc.

• Proform Powdered Metals inc • Prudential- Charles Riggie • Punxsutawney Alliance Church • Punxsutawney Area education Assoc.

• Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society • Punxsutawney Career Women's Club • Punxsutawney Chamber of Commerce • Punxsutawney Christian School • Punxsutawney Community Center • Punxsutawney Groundhog Club • Punxsutawney Hometown Magazine • Punxsutawney Hometown Pharmacy • Punxsutawney Lions Club • Punxsutawney ReACT • Punxsutawney Rotary Club • The Punxsutawney Spirit • Punxsutawney Theatre Arts Guild • Punxsy Medical Supply • Punxy Phil's Family Restaurant • John e. Quatroche v.M.D. • R. D. Brown Memorials • Ragley's True value • Randy "The Wizard" Rupert • Rebucks Southside Service • Redneck electric • Richard L. Fait Funeral Home • Roseman's Florist & Gifts • R.T.i. Machining & Fab LLC • Rumors Tavern • Cindy & Chad Saxton • S & T Bank • Senior Assist Services • Schreckengost Gifts • Scott van Leer's State Farm ins • Shields insurance Agency • Shultz's Welding & Contracting • Dr. Jack Smelko • David A. Smith C.P.A.

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ARRIvAl, tHE JOURNEy tRIBUtE Saturday, July 7 — 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. & 9 to 10 p.m.

Arrival, the Journey Tribute, takes you through Journey’s timeless hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s and today. The band is made up of five seasoned veterans of the Cleveland rock scene. You will feel like you’re at one of Journey’s live concerts!

Saturday night, July 7 - Arrival Band (Journey Tribute Band) sponsored by Femco Machine. (l. to r.) Norma Martin, Joel Kyser, Pete Grundberg and Brooke Henninger.

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ON THE COVER: It's summertime in the park with the annual Groundhog Festival, featuring fun for the entire family.

Claire Skarbek (left), Autumn Porada, Lincoln Skarbek, and Rachel Porada get gussied up for all the fun in Barclay Square.

Photo by Courtney Katherine Photography

In memory of Ursula Each of us on the Festival Committee has a heavy heart as we approach the opening of the 46th annual Groundhog Festival. We are missing the gentle voice and endearing kind words of our long-time member Ursula Albino.

“What else can I do?” Ursula would ask.

She worked every afternoon in the souvenir booth. Muz and Ursula would then enjoy their supper at our big table before settling into a chair for the evening band concert.

Ursula will be missed. She had a quiet smile that melted any situation into a positive outcome. We all must smile a little more this festival and feel the whisper of an afternoon breeze that she will send our way. She will be with us in thought as we proudly present this festival schedule.

Groundhog Festival July 2012