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This Souvenir Guide will provide you with the information you need as you make the trek to Gobbler’s Knob, participate in the events located Downtown, and find your way throughout our community. If you need information or help, please look for our volunteers wearing orange event staff vests. Any one of them will be happy to assist you. You can also visit the large information/celebration tent in the town square for assistance. The most important thing is to have FUN!

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Groundhog Day Survival Guide GOIN’ TO THE KNOB

When Punxsutawney Phil greets his faithful from atop his maple stump on February 2, thousands of people – many of whom have shivered through the night – hold high hopes that he will not see his shadow. If your plans include being among the thousands who await Phil’s “shadowy” prognostication in person, you ought to do a bit of homework. Advance planning is essential for ensuring an enjoyable morning on Gobbler’s Knob. Here is our “Groundhog Day Survival Guide.”

Festivities celebrating the annual trek to Gobbler’s Knob for Phil’s prognostication begin in the early morning hours. The morning’s events include live entertainment, music, fireworks, and fun with the Groundhog Club Inner Circle prior to Phil’s emergence from his stump at approximately 7:25 a.m. The Knob is located at 1548 Woodland Avenue Extension.

The party at the Knob, however, starts at 3 a.m. Plan to be there early! Admission to the Knob is free.

TREKKING TO THE KNOB

The brave and stout of heart can hike to Gobbler’s Knob. The walk along Woodland Avenue is approximately 1.5 miles, but it’s uphill the entire way. The jaunt is strenuous, especially in inclement weather.

Many, however, have found trekking to the Knob – weather permitting, of course – a great way to avoid the wait for the buses.

Beginning at 3 a.m. one-way traffic to Gobbler’s Knob begins near Walmart, but even then you will not be able to drive to the Knob. Traffic will be redirected back to town before drivers ever reach Gobbler’s Knob.

TAKING THE BUS TO THE KNOB

Visitors can walk to Gobbler’s Knob (1.5 miles from Barclay Square) or take a “Knob bus.” Buses to Gobbler’s Knob will begin run from 3 a.m. through 6:30 a.m. from the following locations: • Barclay Square, East Mahoning Street, Downtown Punxsutawney (GPS coordinates: 40.943653, -78.969015). Parking is available on the streets and in public parking lots downtown.

• Punxsy Plaza, 545 West Mahoning Street, Punxsutawney (GPS Coordinates: 40.94148, -78.983664). Parking is available in the Punxsy Plaza lot. This is the suggested parking lot for charter buses.

• Walmart, 21920 Route 119, Punxsutawney (GPS coordinates: 40.929646, -78.982713). Parking is available in the Walmart lot.

ONE-WAY TRAFFIC

One-way traffic to Gobbler’s Knob begins at 3 a.m. One-way traffic begins near Walmart, but – and this is a big but – even then, you will not be able to drive to the Knob. Traffic will be redirected back to town before reaching Gobbler’s Knob – unless you have the appropriate handicapped placards.

HANDICAPPED BUSES – IMPORTANT!

There are a limited number of handicapped parking passes available for parking at Gobbler’s Knob. For a pass, contact the Groundhog Club. Additional parking is available at the Punxsy Plaza parking lot. We will have a handicapped accessible bus available for transportation. It will run the same route and times as the Knob Bus. Please contact the Groundhog Club by e-mail at director@ghogclub.com or by telephone at (814) 618-5591 if you have any questions.

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TICKET PRICES AND TICKET BOOTHS

Ticket Booths for the Knob buses will open at 2 a.m. Ticket prices for the buses to the Knob are $5 per person, but those twelve years of age and younger ride for free. There will be two ticket booths at Barclay Square, two ticket booths at Punxsy Plaza, and two ticket booths at Walmart.

DRESS WARMLY

Read this again – dress warmly! Greatly anticipated visits to Gobbler’s Knob on Groundhog Day have sometimes disappointed because visitors have not been properly dressed for inclement weather. Remember: It’s the middle of winter, in the middle of the night, in the middle of the woods. Dress appropriately!

Know the local weather forecast before getting Phil’s forecast. Wear boots – rubber boots if you have them. The Knob can get icy, muddy, and slick. Also, a warm hat and toasty mittens are a must. Hand warmers are a plus!

It is recommended that small children are not brought to the Knob. Also, the event at the Knob is a standing-room-only event – there is no room for chairs.

A large bonfire will burn continually at the Knob. However, no other provisions for inclement weather or shelter are available, so come prepared.

NO BACKPACKS OR BAGS

Security is tight at Gobbler’s Knob. Leave your backpacks, bags, and so on at home. Of course, no use of alcohol will be tolerated.

AFTER THE PROGNOSTICATION

After Phil makes his prognostication, it’s time to board buses for the ride downtown or to the respective parking areas. Be patient! Thousands of people will want to board the buses. Visit with Phil and the Groundhog Club Inner Circle members before fighting the crowd boarding the buses.

If weather permits, walking downtown via Woodland Avenue following the ceremony can be fun and stimulating.

After the prognostication, the buses from the Knob will transport visitors back downtown. You can choose to get off the bus downtown to eat, to visit events, or to return to your car. Or you can stay on the bus to go back to Walmart. Visitors who parked at Punxsy Plaza will remain on the bus to take them back to that lot.

If you stay downtown to eat or visit the events, shuttle buses will be available from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will run a loop from McDonald’s to Punxsy Plaza to Walmart every 15 minutes or so. The shuttle buses will pick up in front of McDonald’s.

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For many, warming up over breakfast at one of the many Punxsutawney restaurants, clubs or social halls is first on the agenda following Phil’s prognostication. After enjoying breakfast, a visit to local souvenir shops and shows is a must for those wishing to purchase a piece of Phil-related memorabilia.

Festivities will be held in Punxsutawney, from Saturday, January 28, through Friday, February 3. Please check the calendar of events in this special issue for all the events and find the most current information about Punxsutawney and Groundhog Day on the Groundhog Club’s website (www.groundhog.org).

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8 a.m. to 11 a.m., Breakfast with Phil & Gobbler’s Knob Tours, Gobbler’s Knob, 1548 Woodland Ave. Ext., Come and have a served breakfast with Phil. Bring your camera for pictures of Punxsutawney Phil and the Inner Circle! $10 per adult, $5 per child, ages 12 & younger. Kids younger than two years of age are free!

10 a.m., Crowning of Little Mr. & Miss Groundhog 2017, Weather Discovery Center, 201 N. Findley St., Come and see the crowning ceremony!

12 p.m., Best Groundhog Day & Best Winter Wear Dog Competition, 1548 Woodland Ave. Ext., The outfit / costume competition will be judged by three members of the Inner Circle!

Winners will be awarded prizes! For more information, please send an e-mail to director@ghogclub.com.

8 p.m. to midnight, Groundhog Ball, Punxsutawney Country Club, 408 N. Main St., Punxsutawney Phil will be present, and Rudy and the Professionals will be performing. This year, the Groundhog Ball will have a masquerade theme!

Attendees are encouraged to participate and wear a mask!

9 p.m. to midnight, Groundhog Day Dance, Punxsy Eagles, 238 E. Mahoning St., The Punxsutawney Area Rails to Trails Association’s annual dance! Down to the Wire will perform. $8 for advance tickets; $10 at the door.

Tickets are available on

www.groundhog.org, by calling the GHC at 814-618-5591 or at the GHC Headquarters, 200 W. Mahoning St. Punxsy.

Sun., January 29

4 p.m., Gobbler’s Knob Got Talent, Punxsutawney Area Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St., Talent Competition. To participate, please contact the Groundhog Club at director@ghogclub.com.

7 p.m., Groundhog Day Kickoff Event, Punxsutawney Area Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St., You don’t want to miss this event as Groundhog Day 2017 kicks off on the big screen!

Tues., January 31

11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Groundhog Story Time & Crafts for Kids, Punxsutawney Memorial Library, 301 E. Mahoning St., Free event sponsored by the Punxsutawney Theatre Arts Guild. (Donations are appreciated.)

Wed., February 1

9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Groundhog Day Art Show, Punxsutawney Christian School, 216 N. Jefferson St., The show’s theme is “Nature’s Creatures.” There will be abstract art sections.

Cocoa and cookies will be served. Come and see the works of local artists. Admission is free.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Various Vendors, Barclay Square, Enjoy craft vendors, great food, and specialty items!

10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Chainsaw Carving by Randy Rupert, Barclay Square, Randy Rupert of Wizards Workshop will carve logs into beautiful sculptures. His work will be available for purchase.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Worldwide Adventure of Phil Display, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square, Come and see the great display of pictures from past Worldwide Adventure of Phil competitions.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Kid’s Corner, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square, Free activities for kids ages twelve and younger.

11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Groundhog Story Time & Crafts for Kids, Punxsutawney Memorial Library, 301 E. Mahoning St., Free event sponsored by the Punxsutawney Theatre Arts Guild. (Donations are appreciated.)

11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Phantastic Phil Walking Tour, Barclay Square (meet at Phil’s Burrow), Enjoy a guided walking tour of more than a dozen Phantastic Phil sculptures with information about the project, trivia, and “insider” tidbits. Tour is about forty-five minutes. Free!

11 a.m., Freddy the Frogcaster Book Reading and Signing, Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center, 201 N. Findley St., Come and meet the author and Fox News meteorologist Janice Dean, Book reading plus admission $22, Book only $18.

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Noon to 3 p.m., Groundhog Grub Walking Food Tour, Various Locations, For a $10 donation to the Punxsutawney Area Community Foundation, you will receive a map and pass to try out all the tasty treats around town.

Noon to 8 p.m., Shadow Vineyard & Winery Wine Tasting, 106 W. Mahoning St., Stop by and try six great local wines, including Punxsy Phil’s™ Phantastic Phruit Phusion!

Noon and 2:30 p.m., Jimmy Swogger & Friends, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square, Come and enjoy a great ventriloquism show with Jimmy Swogger and his friends!

1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., Historical Hayride Town Tour, Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400-1 W. Mahoning St., Enjoy a hayride town tour with refreshments to follow! It’s free!

1 p.m., Meteorology Hall of Fame Induction, Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center, 201 N. Findley St., Watch the induction ceremony of the newest member of the Hall of Fame!

1 p.m. to 9 p.m., Annual Craft Show ’n’ Sale, Punxsutawney Area Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St., Groundhog souvenirs, crafts, and much more!

3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Groundhog Club Members Only Reception, Punxsutawney Fraternal Order of Eagles, 238 E. Mahoning St., Must be a member of the Groundhog Club to attend. Join at www.groundhog.org or at the door. Request a ticket by e-mailing

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4 p.m., Scavenger Hunt, Barclay Square, Come participate in the scavenger hunt as a single or a group of two. Prizes awarded to the winners.

5 p.m. and 11 p.m., Groundhog Day Movie Screening, Punxsutawney Area Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St., Free to the public!

5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Nick Forsyth Guitar Performance, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square, Enjoy the musical talents of Nick Forsyth as he performs today’s hits. Free!

5 p.m., Groundhog Day Cornhole Tournament, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square, Twelve-team, single-elimination. Free to enter!

Please preregister! First-come, first-served basis. Winners will receive two Inner Circle Section Passes!

6 p.m. (doors open), 6:30 p.m. (dinner starts), Annual Groundhog Banquet, Punxsutawney Area High School, 500 N. Findley St., Sponsored by the Inner Circle of the Groundhog Club.

Admission by ticket only. Tickets went on sale in January.

6 p.m., Night at the Museum, Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400-1 W. Mahoning St., Tour the Bennis and Lattimer houses and see eight or nine “spirits.”

6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Groundhog Day Eve Café, Punxsy First United Methodist Church, 301 W. Mahoning St., Reach the Masses will perform.

9:30 p.m. to midnight, Cutting Edge Dueling Pianos, The Burrow, 108 N. Findley St., An allrequest show with two great musicians on baby grand pianos! $5 cover charge.

10 p.m. to 6 a.m., Crash Pad, Punxsutawney Area Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St., Bring your sleeping bags and pillows! $8 fee.

11:45 p.m., Shadow Summit, Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center, 201 N Findley St., Count down the start of Groundhog Day, as an illuminated fiberglass “Phil” is raised to the summit! Free!

Thur., February 2 Groundhog Day!

3 a.m. to 8 a.m., Phil’s 131st Groundhog Day Prognostication, Gobbler’s Knob, Join us for Phil’s prognostication, stage show, and fireworks display!

7 a.m. to 2 p.m., Annual Craft Show ’n’ Sale, Punxsutawney Area Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St., Groundhog souvenirs, crafts, and much more!

8 a.m. to noon, Various Vendors, Barclay Square, Come enjoy craft vendors, great food, and specialty items!

8 a.m. to noon, Chainsaw Carving by Randy Rupert, Barclay Square, Randy Rupert of Wizards Workshop will carve logs into beautiful sculptures. His work will be available for purchase.

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GENERAl SURGICAl CARE. Please call for details.

814-938-4121

(FAX) 814-938-4158 81 Hillcrest Dr., Punxsy Suite 2600 B3

Happy Candlemas Day

Roseman’s FLORIST & GIFTS

126 West Mahoning St. Downtown Punxsy

814-938-7364 Hosting Well Known Local Artists Groundhog Souvenirs!

BK SMITH

AUTO BODY, INC. Expert Collision Repair

• Professional, Quality Painting D8 • Professional Frame Straightening • Estimates Available Insurance • Quality Collision Repair Claims • Down Draft Bake Booth Welcome Serving The Area Since 1983

Serving the Drilling Industry Always Looking for Welders & Machinists Mitchell Ave. Big Run, PA 15715

(814) 427-2555

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The Place to Shop for Tobacco The Biggest Selection Plenty of Deals and the best prices on...

Cigarettes • Snuff • Cigars Chewing & Smoking Tobacco Pipes & Accessories B5 Electronic Cigarettes Also: PA Lottery Visit our humidor Phone Cards filled with imported Zippo Lighters hand rolled cigars Gift Items 926 West Mahoning St. • 938-0922 Mon-Sat 8-9; Sun 9-7

R.D. Brown Memorials All Cemetery Needs

Large Indoor & Outdoor Display “Carved in Stone” Open Daily 9 to 5; Sat 9-12 Sun & Evenings by Appointment

314 N. Findley St., Punxsy F3 938-2100

Really Will Save You Money!

To Wire Down The

Punxsy Area Community Center, Chamber)

Tickets at the door: $10

Benefits Mahoning Shadow Trail

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Custom Homes & Cabins Custom Lumber • Log Siding

RAILS TO TRAILS DANCE Featuring

Advance tickets: $8 (available at Gimmicks,

compliments of

Plus Newly Added

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at The Punxsy Eagles Club 9pm - 1am

Happy Groundhog Day

Greentree Hardware & country Supply

#1 Hotline 1-800-927-6167 or 814-849-8313

Saturday, January 28

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30 East Main St., Brookville

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Rt. 119 S., Punxsy

938-1095

DARLENE STUCHELL

GOLD: S&T Bank • Punxsutawney Rotary Club • UPMC Health Plan

Nic’s Tobacco Outlet

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Post & beam Structures Sheds & Pole buildings log furniture

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Mon.-Fri. 8 to 5

• Tax Practitioner • Electronic Filing • Notary Public • Bookkeeping & Accounting

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We Offer Year-round Service Please call for an appointment 938-7070 Fax: 939-7070 A1

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HAPPY GROUNDHOG DAY!

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Dean Dairy Products, Inc.

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Proud to Proud to be: be:

Punxsutawney Phil’s Punxsutwaney Phil’s Neighbor Neighbor

Family Dentistry

Shadow Vineyard and Winery

Celebrate Groundhog Day with Us!

Shadow Vineyard and Winery will be located at 106 W. Mahoning Street, next to the Chamber Office and Souvenir Shop. F5

203 CLEARFIELD AVE., PUNXSY

938-8554 938-5800

The Christmas Tree Capital of the World Come for Fun, Take Home a Memory!

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New Patients Welcome!

Amy Peace Gigliotti, DMD ronald j. walker III, DMD I4

Wed., Feb. 1 We will be set up Noon - 8 p.m. for tasting and sales Thur., Feb. 2 of 6 different wines & accessories.

8 a.m. - Noon Punxsy Featuring J1 1681 Airport Rd. Phil's™ Phantastic Just 1 mile past the Punxsy Airport Phruit Phusion

814-938-9463

(WINE)

www.shadowvineyard.com

WINTER HOURS: Thur. & Fri. 4-8 p.m.

Sat. Noon - 8 p.m.

SELF- GUIDED TOURS

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IF YOU WISH TO EXPLORE OUR TOWN ON YOUR OWN, HERE ARE SOME OF THE ATTRACTIONS WE THINK YOU SHOULD SEE.

GOBBLER’S KNOB – See the site where Punxsutawney Phil makes his annual Groundhog Day prediction. The Knob is a 1.5 miles trek up Woodland Avenue.

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INDIANA JOHNSTOWN BLAIRSVILLE PUNXSUTAWNEY

Dunlap Lawn & Garden of Brookville

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www.dunlaplawnandgarden.com

(814) 849-7197

Groundhog Day Greetings!

PHIL’S BURROW – When Phil isn’t making his prediction, the other 364 days of the year, he can be found in his natural-habitat burrow with a few of his friends. The burrow has an outside window that allows you to see Phil any day of the year during daylight hours.

The borrow is located at the Civic Center Complex, Barclay Square, Downtown Punxsy.

BARCLAY SQUARE – This beautifully preserved historic town square was named for the founding father of the town, Rev. David Barclay, who donated the land for public use in 1822. The stone memorial bandstand located in the center of the park was dedicated in 1932 as a memorial to veterans.

P U N X S U TAW N E Y A R E A HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY – Explore Punxsutawney’s history or research your own roots at the Punxsutawney Historical Society’s two well-preserved historic homes — the Bennis and Lattimer Houses. Phone: (814) 9382555, 401 West Mahoning Street, punxsyhistory@outlook.com.

PHANTASTIC PHIL’S PUBLIC ART – Thirty-two imaginatively decorated, larger-than-life Punxsutawney Phils can be found on nearly every street corner throughout the town. Pick up a map to each of the sculptures at the Chamber of Commerce office (located in the center of Downtown) or see the locations online at www.punxsutawney.com/phils.

HISTORIC HOMES – On West Mahoning and East Mahoning Streets are many well-preserved examples of the early mansions of Punxsutawney.

SNYDER

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THE PUNXSUTAWNEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE is located at 102 West Mahoning Street and can be reached by telephone at (814) 938-7700, Ext. 2, or by e-mail at chamber@punxsutawney.com. For

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SHOPPING DISTRICTS – Browse the shops of Punxsutawney, from the downtown to the East End, West End, and Walmart Plaza. In addition, pick up a guide to the area Antique & Gift Shops at the Chamber of Commerce (located in the center of Downtown Punxsy).

PUNXSUTAWNEY WEATHER DISCOVERY CENTER – “Become” a tornado! “Make” a thunderstorm! Be a TV meteorologist, explore Punxsutawney Phil’s burexperience the row, Weather Emergency Shelter, and much, much more at the Weather Discovery Center! The Center is located in a 103-year-old former post office building, where you can enjoy interactive exhibits, weather features in the theater, activities in the classroom, and a gift shop full of souvenirs and weather-related toys and gifts! Admission is $6 per person (children two years old and younger are admitted free). The Center – whose website is weatherdiscovery.org – is located at 201 North Findley Street, Punxsutawney.

PUNXSUTAWNEY GROUNDHOG CLUB HEADQUARTERS – This location has historical and rare Groundhog Club and Punxsutawney Phil items. It’s a must see location when visiting Punxsutawney! 200 West Mahoning St.

310 LAWN & GARDEN

SILVER SPONSORS: First Commonwealth Bank • ISDA Club • Rosebud Mining Company

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CORONER of Jefferson County

Martinos Auto Service

more information about the Chamber, please visit its website at www.punxsutawney.com. The Chamber’s hours during the Groundhog Day festivities are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, January 28, and Sunday, January 29; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, January 30, and Tuesday, January .31; 9 a.m. to midnight Wednesday, February 1; and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, February 2.

COMPANY

Great quality materials & customer satisfaction guaranteed!

www.cloelumber.com

814-938-5220

Fax: 814-938-9484

1785 Cloe Rossiter Rd., Punxsy Mon. thru Fri. 7 am to 5 pm Sat. 7 am to Noon Gary a. Huey Jr.

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QUALITY AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE Happy Groundhog Day!

Located on Rt. 536 near Frostburg

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Your Authorized Stihl Dealership

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COME SEE RANDY THE WIZARD WORK HIS MAGIC!

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814-541-2123 CALL TODAY

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PUNXSUTAWNEY COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER

New name brand clothing at lower prices!

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200 Prushnok Drive, Punxsutawney, PA H4

Offering quality family and internal medicine services to your community!

We gladly process Medicare, Medicaid, and most insurances. Sliding fee billing is based on income and is available to those who qualify, regardless of insurance status.

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The Central Difference: Learn Well. Live Well. Serve Well.

200 Central Christian Rd. DuBois, PA 15801

Pre-K thru 5th Middle/High School 814.371.2570 814.371.3060 Admissions 371-6689

DAVE’S

METAL ROOFING LLC

Home of the Cardinals www.duboiscatholic.com

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DELIVERIES AVAILABLE • NOW OFFERING STANDING SEAMS! • J2

• 40 Year Warranty • 21 Colors

Buy direct from the manufacturer, no middle man!

814-427-2921 444 rt. 410, Punxsy

Mon.-fri. 6 am-5 pm Sat. 7 am-12 pm

PASQUALE’S

F.O. Eagles 1231 Punxsutawney

ITALIAN RESTAURANT

238 E. Mahoning St., Punxsy

938-9976 RAILS TO TRAILS DANCE

Fri. & Sat., Feb. 3 & 4

To Wire Down The

9 pm to Midnight both nights

9pm - 1am

Benefits Mahoning Shadow Trail

Thur., Feb. 2nd

BREAKFAST BUFFET 8/person 7 a.m. to Sell Out

&

LEE TRAVIS IS BACK!

Sat., Jan., 28th

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901 w. Mahoning St. Punxsutawney

(814) 938-2414

Open at 11 a.m.

Monday - Saturday

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The Burrow, 108 N. Findley St., (814) 6185083, www.theburrowpa.com, Bar, dining, wings, tavern, and food.

First English Lutheran Church, 104 N. Gilpin St., Groundhog Luncheon, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., February 2, Homemade soups, sandwiches, and desserts.

First United Methodist Church, 301 West Mahoning St., Groundhog Day Eve Café, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., February 1, Reach the Masses will perform. Free admission!

F.O. Eagles 1231, 238 E. Mahoning St., (814) 938-9976, Breakfast Buffet, Thursday, February 2, 7 a.m. until the food is sold out. $8 per person.

Fox’s Pizza Den, 207 Hampton Ave., (814) 618-5653, wwwFoxsPizzaPunxsy.com, Family friendly, pizza, and specialty hoagies. “From our den to your den.”

Frank ’n Steins, 563 W. Mahoning St., (814) 938-2571, Home of the monster sandwiches. Join us for some great food!

Frank’s Star Lunch, 115 W. Mahoning St., (814) 618-5816, Hamburgers, hot dogs, fresh-cut fries, and much more!

Grandma’s Kitchen, Rt. 36 N., Stanton, (814) 849-6396, Homestyle cooking and great daily specials.

Joe’s Drive In, the bottom of Indiana Hill (look for the big groundhog), (814) 9385760, Great food and ice cream treats for the whole family to enjoy. Enjoy Groundhog Day! Stop over for a treat.

Laska’s Pizza, 405 N. Main St., (814) 9384647, Pizza, salad, stromboli, Punxsy Philsner, beer, and Phantastic Phil. Take out or eat in!

Lily’s Restaurant, Bakery & Deli, 535 W. Mahoning St., (814) 938-9419, Full-service restaurant. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and the original spicy Groundhog Cookies!

McDonald’s, Downtown Punxsy, Open until midnight every day. Open all night Wednesday, February 1. All-day breakfast food!

Nick’s Corner Lunch, 265 N. Findley St., (814) 938-4020, Stop in for some of our delicious sandwiches and something to quench your thirst!

Pasquale’s Italian Restaurant & Smokin’ Pete’s Tiki Bar & BBQ Pit, 119 South (next to Dairy Queen), (814) 938-2570, Full menu, six packs to go, new menu, and remodeled dining room.

Pizza Hut, Walmart Plaza, Rt. 119 North, (814) 938-2400, WingStreet wings.

Pizza Town, 545 W. Mahoning St, (814) 938-238, Family dining and friendly prices.

Serving full menu all day Groundhog Day! Punxy Phil’s Family Restaurant, Rt. 119 South (bottom of Indiana Hill), ’Cakes and steaks, great food, service, and parking.

Punxsy Pizza, 115 N. Findley St., (814) 938-8132, www.PunxsyPizza.com, Pizza, Italian cuisine, and sandwiches. Awardwinning, locally-owned eatery.

Punxsy Shop ’n Save, 201 N. Hampton Ave., (814) 938-2820, Groceries, bakery, produce, deli, and meat.

The Salvation Army, 229 W. Mahoning St., Pancake Breakfast, 6:30 a.m. to ???, February 2, All You Can Eat Breakfast, pancakes and sausage. $5 ages 12-plus. $3 ages 4-11. Children ages 3 and younger are free!

Walston Club, 2509 Walston Rd., (814) 938-5368, Tradition, fun, heritage, laughter, membership, and friendship. Burgers, wings, drinks, pizza, hot sandwiches, and more.

BRONZE SPONSORS: FEMCO • The Medicine Shoppe • Shields Insurance • Smith Hauling, Inc.

Nick’s

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CORNER LUNCH Nick & Barb Gresock

HAPPY GROUNDHOG DAY from all of us at

Stop in for some of our delicious sandwiches and something to quench your thirst!

265 N. Findley St. Mon.-Sat. 11-7; Fri. 11-10 Punxsy

938-4020

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!

WingStreet® Wings

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GREAt FOOD SERvICE • PARkInG E6

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offer good all day

Egg McMuffin, Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit & Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddle

Walmart Plaza Rt. 119 North Punxsy

938-2400

Rt. 119 South

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ANY SIZE $ COFFEE

DAY 1 EVERY

SMALL MOCHAS, LATTES & HOT CHOCOLATE

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Wed, Thurs & Fri 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sat 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. • Sun 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Join Us For Some Great Food!

Happy

Groundhog Day!

Hrs: Sun. 11 am - 11 pm; 563 W. Mahoning St. Mon. - Thurs. 9 am - 11 pm Punxsy, PA 15767 Fri. & Sat. 9 am to Midnight

938-2571

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Punxsutawney

814-618-5653 orDer online at

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NEW MENU ITEMS!

HAMBURGERS HOT DOGS • FRESH CUT FRIES & MUCH MORE! 115 W. Mahoning St. Punxsutawney

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Tues. - Sat. 10:30 am to 8 pm

814-618-5816

Restaurant, Bakery, and Deli

Lily's

FULL MENU AVAILABLE Hot Drinks • Soups • Breakfast 535 W. Mahoning St., Punxsy

938-9419

Mon. - Sat. 6-8, Sun. 7-7

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Laska’s Pizza — EAT IN OR TAKE OUT —

• Beer • Pizza • Salads Wings • Strombolis • Calzones

Stop and see our Phantastic Phil!

Open 7 Days A Week at 11 a.m.

405 N. Main St. Punxsy

938-4647

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Pizza Town Pizza Town family dining and friendly Pric

Happy Groundhog Day!

Generous Portions, Homemade Italian Dinners, Soups, Subs & Salads, A variety of Fresh Dough Pizzas, Calzones & Strombolis, Bread Bowls

W. Mahoning St., Punxsy Plaza Call for Take-Out or FREE Delivery Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 11 to 11 Fri & Sat 11 to Midnight

Happy Groundhog Day!

938-2570

Home of the Big Daddy

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814-938-2380

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(Next to Dairy Queen)

HAPPY GROUNDHOG DAY!

OPEN ALL NIGHT WEDNESDAY, FEB. 1

Great Daily Specials!

849-6396

Mon.-Thur. 5 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Fri. 5 a.m. - 8 p.m. • Sat. 5 a.m. - 7 p.m.

119 South, Punxsy

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DOWNTOWN PUNXSUTAWNEY

Rt. 36 N Stanton

(OPEN SEASONALLY) Full Menu Catering Available Six Packs to Go New Menu Remodeled Dining Room B9

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

FOOD & DINING

1904 Steakhouse, 408 N. Main St., (814) 938-8243, www.1904steakhouse.com, Located in the Punxsutawney Country Club.

Steak, seafood, salads, and sandwiches.

Groundhog Day Breakfast, 7 a.m., February 2, Stop by the 1904 Steakhouse for a hot Traditional Breakfast Buffet, priced at $10 for folks 12 years old and older and $6 for youngsters 5 through 11 years old. Children 4 years old and younger than 4 years old eat for free. Everyone welcome!

SMOKIN’ PETE’S Tiki Bar & BBQ Pit

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LOCAL & REGIONAL ARTISTS WE SELL UNIQUE GIFTS Fenton Phil Bead

Gift Cards • Gift Wrapping • We Ship!

100 W. Mahoning St., Downtown Punxsy (Next Door To The Official Souvenier Shop) CALL FOR HOURS 814-938-1255

www.fairladycompany.com

RECOGNIZED AS A PENNSYLVANIA WILDS ARTISAN TRAIL RETAILER

CNB is proud to be a part of the

Punxsutawney Community.

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GrounDHoG Day! Alex J. Park

3D Groundhog T-Shirts

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"Serving the community we live in."

Owner, Funeral Director Supervisor

William C. Deeley, Funeral Director

Douglas A. Deeley, Funeral Director

33 Hillcrest Dr., Punxsutawney

(814) 938-5400 A3

HAVE A SAFE & FUN GROUNDHOG DAY!

GROUNDHOG DAY 2017

8 a.m. to noon, Shadow Vineyard & Winery Wine Tasting, 106 W. Mahoning St., Stop by and try six great local wines, including Punxsy Phil’s™ Phantastic Phruit Phusion!

8 a.m. to noon, Kid’s Corner, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square, Free activities for kids ages twelve and younger.

www.CNBBank.bank 559 W. Mahoning Street C6 (814) 938-2615 Member FDIC

PROFORM Powdered Metals, Inc. SPECIALIZING IN: • Powdered Metal Bearings

HIRING NOW

Apply in person 700 Martha Street Punxsy B6

938-7411

www.proformpowderedmetals.com

CRW Home Center

313 Martha St., Punxsy 938-3850 www.crw.doitbest.com • Mon. - Fri. 7-5:30; Sat. 7-2

8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., Groundhog Bingo, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square, Free to participate! Great Groundhog souvenirs for prizes! For all ages!

9 a.m., Photo Scavenger Hunt, Barclay Square, Do you enjoy a challenge? Participate in the scavenger hunt as a single or as a group of two. Prizes awarded to the winners. A camera or cell phone is required.

9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Groundhog Day Art Show, Punxsutawney Christian School, 216 N. Jefferson St., The show’s theme is “Nature’s Creatures.” There will be abstract art sections.

Cocoa and cookies will be served. Come and see the works of local artists. Admission is free.

9:30 a.m., Freddy the Frogcaster Book Reading and Signing, Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center, 201 N. Findley St., Come and meet the author and Fox News meteorologist Janice Dean, Book reading plus admission $22, Book only $18.

9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Phil’s Birthday Party, Punxsutawney Area Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St., Do you have a Groundhog Day birthday? Bring valid proof and receive a small gift, cake, and punch. Happy Birthday to you!

9 a.m., Ice-Carving Show, Barclay Square, An as-you-watch, live ice-carving show!

9 a.m. and 11 a.m., Phantastic Phil Walking Tour, Barclay Square (meet at Phil’s Burrow), Enjoy a guided walking tour of more than a dozen Phantastic Phil sculptures with information about the project, trivia, and “insider” tidbits. Tour is about forty-five minutes.

Free!

10 a.m., Top Hat Decorating Competition, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square, First-, second-, and third-place awards will be given in three age groups: 8-12 years old, 5-7 years old, and 4 years old and younger (limited adult help is permitted for these youngsters). A free event – top hats and supplies will be provided.

11 a.m., Phil 101, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square, Learn everything there is to know about groundhogs in general and Punxsutawney Phil in particular.

10 a.m. and 11 a.m., Historical Hayride Town Tour, Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400-1 W. Mahoning St., Enjoy a hayride town tour with refreshments to follow! It’s free!

10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oreo Stacking Contest, Punxsy Shop ’n Save, 201 N. Hampton Ave., Free! Three different age groups. First prize in each group: under 6, 7-9, and 10-12.

10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Groundhog Cookie Decorating, Punxsy Shop ’n Save, 201 N. Hampton Ave., Fee: $1 per cookie!

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10 a.m. to noon, Groundhog Day Weddings, Civic Center, Barclay Square, Stop by and watch couples get married or renew their vow!

All weddings were scheduled in advance, no walk-ins available.

10 a.m., Groundhog Day Movie Screening, Punxsutawney Area Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St., Free to the public!

11 a.m., Scavenger Hunt, Barclay Square, Participate in the scavenger hunt as a single or as a group of two. Prizes awarded to the winners.

Noon, Inner Circle Autograph-Signing Session, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square, Meet and get the autographs of the members of the Inner Circle!

Fri., February 3

5 p.m. (doors open), 7 p.m. (concert starts), Mary Sarah in Concert, Punxsutawney Country Club, N. Main St., Mary Sarah performed on NBC’s The Voice, ticket price $25, tickets available at the Punxsutawney Community Center, the Punxsutawney Country Club, or by calling Kayla at (814) 952-4531. The 1904 Steakhouse, located in the Country Club will be open that evening. Please call ahead for dinner reservations at (814) 938-8243.

Check Our Website for Schedule Updates:

www.punxsutawneymagazine.com or www.groundhog.org Schedule subject to change. Not responsible for scheduling or typographical errors.

Schedule as of January 12, 2017

GENERAL SPONSORS: Acme Machine & Welding Co. LLC • ALDI Inc. • Paul Beatty Jewelers • Burke & Sons • Community Action • Community First Bank • CRW Home Center, Inc. • Deeley Funeral Home, Inc. • Dunkel Roofing, Inc. • Howard Hanna Allemang Realty

SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR 40 YEARS

SOUTH SIDE

It’s time to celebrate our community and our groundhog.

24 HOUR TOWING

Happy Groundhog Day! Enjoy the festivities.

REBUCK’S

YOUR #1 SOURCE FOR WINDOWS AND DOORS Local Products…

Local People

110 Gaskill ave., Punxsy

938-7303

www.burke-sons.com

Showroom Hours: F7 Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sat. 9 a.m. to 12:00 Noon

SERVICE & TOWING Car and Truck Repair

Rt. 436, PUNXSY (Margiotti Bridge)

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Dennis Rebuck, Nights - Res. 938-3577

STATE REPRESENTATIVE

CRIS DUSH

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“We Serve As We Would Be Served. . .

Because We Care” MEMBER FDIC

117 North Jefferson St., Punxsy

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Happy Groundhog Day!

You’re In ...You’re Out WE DO IT RIGHT!

GROUNDHOG Instant Lube and Oil

no aPPoInTmEnT nECESSaRy FoR oIL CHangES State Inspection & mechanic Work by appointment

wintEr HOurS: Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday 8 a.m. to noon

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John McCabe Funeral Director/Owner Lisa Waldron - Funeral Director Brian P. McCabe, Funeral Director “We Urge You to Compare Costs, Facilities and Services.”

Rt. 36 S. in Cloe, 2 Miles South of Punxsy

HAPPY GROUNDHOG DAY!

114 Maple Avenue, Punxsy

938-0400

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Customizable Executive Residences

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Kengersky Insurance Agency Matthew E Kengersky kengerm@nationwide.com (814) 938-3092 A2 52 Notary Lane, Punxsy

SUPERCENTER

visit vendors at the spirit building during groundhog day weekend festivities

• 1 & 2 bedroom • 55 & older Community • Tons of historical architectural detail • Tons of closet space • Commercial storefronts built to specifications • Off-street parking

814-591-1769

www.spirit-building.com

21920 Rt. 119 Punxsutawney, PA

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COLLECT YOUR AUTOGRAPHS FROM MEMBERS OF THE

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GROUNDHOG CLUB

MEMBERS OF THE INNER CIRCLE WILL BE AVAILABLE TO SIGN YOUR COPY OF THE GROUNDHOG DAY SOUVENIR EDITION 2017 ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2, STARTING AT NOON AT THE CELEBRATION TENT - BARCLAY SQUARE

BILL DEELEY

A. J. DEREUME

JEFF GRUBE

JASON GRUSKY

JON JOHNSTON

PAT OSIKOWICZ

BUTCH PHILLIBER

RON PLOUCHA

President

Rainmaker

Sky Painter

Big Chill

Ozone

Iceman

TOM DUNKEL Shingle Shaker

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SOUVENIR SHOPPING

Double M Ceramics, 333 W. Main St., Reynoldsville, 653-2792, www.doublemceramics.com, Come and see our ceramic groundhogs! Call for classes and times.

Fairlady & Company, 100 W. Mahoning St., (814) 938-1255, www.fairladycompany.com, Unique gifts like the Fenton Phil bead and 3-D groundhog T-shirts. Local and regional artists. We ship!

Groundhog Club Headquarters, 200 W. Mahoning St., Suite 1, (814) 618-5591, www.groundhog.org. Groundhog Club members-only items and Club memberships.

Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 401 W. Mahoning St. (Bennis House), 400 W. Mahoning St. (Lattimore House), (814) 938-2555, punxsyhistory@outlook.com.

Punxsutawney Chamber of Commerce, 102 W. Mahoning St., (814) 938-7700, Ext. 2, chamber@punxsutawney.com, www.punxsutawney.com.

Punxsutawney Phil’s Official Souvenir Shop, 102 W. Mahoning St., (814) 938-7700 or 1-800-752-PHIL, www.groundhogstuff.com, Groundhog souvenirs, T-shirts, Groundhog Day, mugs, plush groundhogs, and collectibles.

Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center, 201 N. Findley St., (814) 938-1000, www.weatherdiscovery.org.

Punxsy Hometown Pharmacy, 203 N. Hampton Ave., Groundhog Plaza, (814) 938-9150, Groundhog winter wear, pottery, ornaments, glassware, and more!

Punxsy Shop ’n Save, 201 N. Hampton Ave., (814) 938-2820, Souvenirs, groceries, bakery, produce, deli, and meat.

Punxy Phil’s Family Restaurant, Rt. 119 South (bottom of Indiana Hill), ’Cakes and steaks, great food, service, and parking.

Groundhog memorabilia, books, T-shirts, and more.

Roseman’s Florist & Gifts, 126 W. Mahoning St., (814) 9387364, Groundhog souvenirs! Flowers, gifts, weddings, and funerals.

Shadow Vineyard and Winery, 1681 Airport Rd., (814) 9389463, www.shadowvineyard.com, Celebrate Groundhog Day with us at 106 W. Mahoning St. on February 1 (noon to 8 p.m.) and February 2 (8 a.m. to noon), Six wines available for tasting.

Stello Foods, 551 E. Mahoning St. (behind the post office), (800) 849-4599, www.stellofoods.com, Visit our outlet store and receive 10% off your purchase.

Walmart, 21920 Rt. 119, (814) 938-3500, Low prices and brand names every day.

Windgate Vineyards & Winery, the Shop at the Winery, 1998 Hemlock Access Road, Smicksburg, (814) 257-8797, www.windgatevineyards,com, Three other locations (Country Cupboard, Smicksburg; Indiana Mall; Pittsburgh Mills), Gift baskets, wine-making supplies, books. Eye of the Shadow Wine.

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GENERAL SPONSORS: J.R. Resources Law Office of Nicholas Gianvito, P.C. • Kendall’s Kreations • Matthew Kengersky Agency • Management Services • Miller Brothers Furniture • Jacque Perry Insurance • Ragley’s Hardware • Shop N’ Save • Smith, Nale & Co. Inc. • Villella Meats

Christ The King Manor has been making a difference in caring for almost a half century in the Clearfield and Jefferson County areas. Now, Christ The King At Home continues the tradition of excellence by bringing greater comfort to those who are at home.

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TAKING THE BUS TO THE KNOB Visitors can walk to Gobbler’s Knob (1.5 miles from Barclay Square) or take a Knob bus. Buses to Gobbler's Knob will beginning at 3 a.m. until 6:30 a.m. from the following locations: Barclay Square, E. Mahoning St., Downtown Punxsutawney (GPS coordinates: 40.943653, -78.969015). Parking available on the streets and in public parking lots downtown.

Punxsy Plaza, 545 W. Mahoning St., Punxsutawney (GPS Coordinates: 40.94148, -78.983664). Parking available in the Punxsy Plaza lot. This is the suggested parking lot for charter buses.

Walmart, 21920 Route 119, Punxsutawney (GPS coordinates: 40.929646, -78.982713). Parking available in the Walmart lot.

to Ringgold: • Ringgold Plumbing & Heating

Take Rt. 36 North to: • Double Diamond Deer Ranch (Cook Forest) • #1 Brookville Chevy-Buick • Jefferson County Development (Brookville) • Grandma’s Kitchen • Jefferson County Republican Party Office • Earthworx • Moon VanSteenburg, Jefferson Co. Treasurer • Tonya Geist, Prothonatary

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BUS TO PARKING OR DOWNTOWN AFTER PHIL’S PROGNOSTICATION After the prognostication, the buses from the Knob will transport visitors back downtown. You can choose to get off the bus downtown to eat or visit the events or go to your car or you can stay on the bus to go back to Walmart. Visitors who parked at Punxsy Plaza will remain on the bus to take them back to that lot.

If you stay downtown to eat or visit the events, shuttle buses will be available from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. and will run a loop from McDonald’s to Punxsy Plaza to Walmart every 15 minutes or so. The shuttle buses will pick up in front of McDonald’s.

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R.D. Brown Memorials

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High atop the hills overlooking Punxsutawney, the world-famous Weather Prognosticating Groundhog emerges from his winter hibernation on Gobbler's Knob every February 2nd, Groundhog Day. If Phil sees his shadow, it means six more weeks of frightful winter weather. If there is no shadow, spring is near.

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