Groundhog Edition 2014 by Punxsutawney Hometown Magazine

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Friend” bright colored armbands. 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 tent opens at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 31st. The most important thing is to have FUN!

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Groundhog day and Gobbler’s Knob.” Festivities celebrating the 128th annual Trek to Gobbler’s Knob for Phil’s Prognostication begin in the early morning hours. The morning features 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 party at the Knob, however, starts at 3 a.m. Plan to be there early! Admission to the Knob is free. TREKKING UP TO THE KNOB For the brave — and stout — of heart, you can hike up to Gobbler’s Knob. The walk up Woodland Ave. is approximatley 1.5 miles, but it’s uphill the entire way. It is a strenuous jaunt, especially in inclement weather. Many, however, have found it a great way — weather permitting — to avoid the wait for the buses. 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 run from 3 a.m. until 6:30 a.m. from the following locations: • McDonalds, 102 North Findley St., downtown Punxsutawney (GPS coordinates: 40.943466, -78.971213) Parking available on the streets and in public parking lots downtown. • Punxsy Plaza, 545 West Mahoning St. (GPS Coordinates: 40.94148, 78.983664). Suggested parking location for charter buses. • Walmart, 21920 Rt. 119, Punxsutawney (GPS coordinates: 40.929646, 78.982713). Parking available in the Walmart lot. ONE-WAY TRAFFIC At 3 a.m. there is one-way traffic to Gobbler’s Knob. One-way traffic begins near Wal-Mart, 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 PARKING Handicapped Parking is permitted at Gobbler’s Knob. You must have the appropriate handicapped placards visible upon entering Gobbler’s Knob. For a handicapped parking pass please contact director@ghogclub.com or 814-6185591. AUXILIARY PARKING Auxiliary parking lot: Punxsutawney High School, 500 North Findley Street (GPS 40.9502331,-78.9792886). The pickup point will be at the gymnasium of the High School, which will be clearly marked. Visitors parking at this lot will be picked up and transported to the Punxsy Plaza bus stop to purchase their ticket and board the bus to Gobbler’s Knob between 3:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. This is the suggested parking lot for charter buses. TICKET PRICES/TICKET BOOTHS Ticket Booths for the Knob buses will open between 1:30 a.m. and 2 a.m. Ticket prices for the buses to the Knob are $5 per person, and free for 12 years of age and under. There will be two ticket booths at McDonald’s, four ticket booths at Punxsy Plaza and two ticket booths at Walmart.

DRESS WARMLY Read this again . . . dress warmly! “Looked-forward-to visits” to Gobbler’s Knob have resulted in undesirable experiences due to the lack of proper attire. It’s the middle of winter, in the middle of the night, in the middle of the woods. Dress accordingly! Know the local weather forecast before getting Phil’s forecast. Wear boots — rubber boots if you have them. The Knob can get icy, slick and muddy. Also, a hat and warm mittens are a must, and hand warmers are a plus! It is recommended NOT to bring small children to the Knob! There is no room for chairs. It is standing room only. A large bonfire is ongoing at the Knob. No other provisions for inclement weather or shelter are available, however, so come prepared. NO BACKPACKS OR BAGS Security is tight at Gobbler’s Knob. To avoid any attention, leave your backpacks, bags, etc. at home. Of course, no alcohol will be tolerated. Police will be looking for offenders. BRING A CAMERA Gobbler’s Knob is a fun place! Preserve the memories with a few photos. The fireworks show is impressive . . . exploding and thundering right over the Knob! A wide-eyed Phil, too, awakened by the fireworks, is eager to pose for photographs following the ceremony. AFTER THE PROGNOSTICATION After Phil makes his prognostication . . . it’s time to board the bus 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. Weather permitting, walking to Downtown via Woodland Ave. following the ceremony can be fun and stimulating. BUS TO PARKING OR DOWNTOWN AFTER PHIL’S PROGNOSTICATION After the prognostication, the buses from the Knob will transport visitors back downtown, the Punxsy Plaza, and Walmart. You can choose to get off the bus downtown to eat and visit the events. (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 McDonalds to Punxsy Plaza to Walmart every 15 minutes or so. The shuttle buses will pick up in front of McDonalds.) A shuttle bus from Punxsy Plaza will take people who parked at the High School back to their cars. The Shuttle buses to the High School will run from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. BREAKFAST, SOUVENIRS, FESTIVITIES Warming up over breakfast at one of the many Punx’y restaurants, clubs or social halls is first on the agenda following Phil’s prognostication. After enjoying breakfast, the local souvenir shows are a must for those wishing to purchase a piece of Phil. Festivities will be held Friday, January 31st thru Sunday, February 2nd. Check this edition for all the events and find the most current information about Punxsutawney and Groundhog Day on the website:

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The mystique which surrounds the emergence of punx’y phil each feb. 2 is based on centuries-old traditions. if phil sees his shadow, it means six more weeks of winter weather. if there is no shadow, spring is just around the corner. The tradition has endured for 128 years in punxsutawney . . . and for good reasons. it has a club that — each year — pushes punxsutawney and its groundhog legend onto an accepting public. more important, groundhog day in punxsutawney is a safehold of magic that borders on the mystical . . . punxsutawney, gobbler’s Knob, shadow Casting . . . and phil.

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germans were said to have adopted the Candlemas tradition from the romans. They concluded that if the sun made an appearance on Candlemas day, an animal, the hedgehog, would cast a shadow, thus predicting six more weeks of inclement weather, or a “second winter.” pennsylvania’s earliest settlers were germans. They found groundhogs aplenty throughout the state. They determined

that the groundhog, resembling the European hedgehog, was a most intelligent and sensible animal and therefore decided that if the sun appeared on february 2nd, so wise an animal as the groundhog would see its shadow and hurry back into its underground home for another six weeks of winter. With history and tradition as the basis, a group of gentlemen in punxsutawney began groundhog day with a groundhog named phil. so what is the connection between Candlemas day and a groundhog awakening from hibernation? While it is linked to the spiritual awakening associated with Candlemas day, perhaps punx’y phil would tell us that — just as we get cabin fever in february — he gets “burrow fever.” he loves to get an early look at the weather outside. punxsutawney phil saw the country through five wars, a journey to the moon, visited the White house, and starred in his own major motion picture. yet despite his travels and accomplishments, the century-old groundhog continues to delight millions with his hometown mystique, charm and shadow-casting magic each feb. 2nd in punxsutawney, pennsylvania! to learn more . . .

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n 8 a.m.-8 p.m., vendors in the park, Barclay Square. Come enjoy various food & various types of vendors in the park. n 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Chain saw Carver, Barclay Square. randy rupert of Wizards Workshop will carve logs into beautiful sculptures. his work is available for purchase. n 8 a.m. -4 p.m., metal Arts Display, Barclay Square, Jeff Tech students showcase their skills by creating sculptures using a weather or groundhog related theme. n 9-10 a.m., Best “Groundhog Day wear” Dog Competition, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. pre-register by calling the ghC at 814-6185591 or arrive at 8:30 a.m. to register there. The outfit/costume competition will be judged by three inner Circle members! Winners will be award prizes! for more information email director@ghogclub.com. n 9-10 a.m., Best “winter wear” Dog Competition, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. pre-register by calling the ghC at 814-618-5591 or arrive at 8:30 a.m. to register there. The outfit/costume competition will be judged by three inner Circle members! Winners will be award prizes! for more information email director@ghogclub.com. n 10:30 a.m.-noon, Groundhog Bingo. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come enjoy a free game of bingo with prizes! remember it’s just for fun! n 11 a.m., phantastic phil walking tours, barclay square. Enjoy a guided walking tour of more than a dozen of the phantastic phil sculptures with information about the project, trivia, and “insider” tid bits.Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n noon, phantastic phil walking tours, barclay square. Enjoy a guided walking tour of more than a dozen of the phantastic phil sculptures with information about the project, trivia, and “insider” tid bits.Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free!

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n 12:30 p.m., Dennie huber magician. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square . don’t miss dennie huber’s magical spectacle for all ages! sponsored by the punxsutawney groundhog festival Committee. n 12:30 p.m., scavenger hunt, Meet at the Celebration Ten, Barclay Square, do you enjoy a challenge? Come participate in the scavenger hunt as a single or a group of two. prizes awarded to the winners. a digital camera or camera phone is required for this scavenger hunt. remember it’s just for fun! n 1 p.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square.Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 1-2 p.m., pacific rhythm. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come enjoy this polynesian entertainment and fire show! free plastic flower leis for the first 50 people in the tent! n 1:30-2:30 p.m., s-more making, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come make and enjoy tasty s-mores. it’s free! sponsored by gigliotti Chiropractic. n 2 p.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square.Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 3 p.m.- 6 p.m., toonbrian Caricaturist, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come get a free portrait drawn! n 3:30 p.m., Dennie huber magician, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. don’t miss dennie huber’s magical spectacle for all ages! sponsored by the

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sunDAy, FeBruAry 2 n 8 a.m.-4 p.m., vendors in the park, Barclay Square. Come enjoy various food & various types of vendors in the park. n 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Chain saw Carver, Barclay Square. randy rupert of Wizards Workshop will carve logs into beautiful sculptures. his work is available for purchase. n 8 a.m. -4 p.m., metal Arts Display, Barclay Square, Jeff Tech students showcase their skills by creating sculptures using a weather or groundhog related theme. n 8:30 a.m., Dennie huber magician, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. don’t miss dennie huber’s magical spectacle for all ages! sponsored by the punxsutawney groundhog festival Committee. n 9-10:30 a.m., ray Lantz and Company. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come enjoy live music with a great group! n 10 a.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square. Enjoy a guided walking tour of more than a dozen of the phantastic phil sculptures with information about the project, trivia, and “insider” tid bits.Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 11 a.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square. Enjoy a guided walking tour of more than a dozen of the phantastic phil sculptures with information about the project, trivia, and “insider” tid bits.Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 11 a.m.-noon, punxsutawney phil and Groundhog 101, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. do you have a question about phil or just groundhogs in general? This event is for you! Come and listen to phil’s handlers talk about his everyday care and much more! n noon, phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square. Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n noon, Autograph signing session, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come meet the members of the inner Circle and get a free autograph!

124 West Mahoning St. Downtown Punxsutawney

938-1004

local reGiSTered PharmaciSTS

Kim horner

jennifer moore

michael joe horner presloid

132 West Mahoning Street, Punxsutawney F5

938-3077

open: Mon.- fri 9 to 7 Sat. 9 to 2

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n 1 p.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square.Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., Dennie huber magician. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. don’t miss dennie huber’s magical spectacle for all ages! sponsored by the punxsutawney festival Committee. n 1:30 p.m., top hat Decorating Contest. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. There will be a first, second, and third place awarded in each age group.The age groups are: 8-12, 5-7, and 4 years old and under.To pre-register call the ghC at 814-618-5591 or emailing director@ghogclub.com by January 6th. n 2-3:30 p.m. zumba Fitness and Bokwa Fitness, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Join licensed/Certified instructors dustin Jewell, Karen mcleod spencer, and ashley Jordan as they bring a fitness party merging concepts of both Zumba fitness and bokwa fitness. fUn for EVEryonE... no EXpEriEnCE nEEdEd... ComE Join ThE CElEbraTion and mEET ThE insTrUCTors! n 2 p.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square.Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free!

S P o N S o R S

u H & R Block u Bernard P. Snyder, Jefferson Co. Coroner u Fezell's County Market u Management Services u CRW Home Center

gigliotti Chiropractic

Groundhog Day Activities

FUN FOR ALL AGES!

fenton phil bead

We love helping you “Phil” better!

Time TBA - Weather Channel Celebrity Autograph Session

SAT., FeB. 1 • OpeN 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. 10 a.m. - Crowning of Little Mr. & Miss Groundhog, Ms. Groundhog 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Winter Weather Olympics in our parking lot. $5 per person.

nEW 3d groundhog T-shirts

Dr. David V. Gigliotti

SuN., FeB. 2 • OpeN 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Thunder Conductor

7:30-9 a.m. - Coffee, Hot Chocolate, Danish $1 each in our parking lot 1 p.m. - Meteorologist Hall of Fame induction Time TBA - Weather Channel Celebrity Autograph Session

photo courtesy of The punxsutawney groundhog Club, inc.

$5 per person, Children 2 & Under Free 938-1000 F4

201 N. FINDLEY ST., PUNX’Y

938-7851

217 W. Mahoning St., PUNX’Y E5

prescriptions • otcs Gifts • delivery pa lottery Full Line of Vitamins & Minerals Full sized gift shop - including Yankee Candles, Home Decor, Cards, Event Gifts

203 N. Hampton Ave. Groundhog Plaza

free & convenient parking REGULAR HOURS: M-F 9-7, SAT 9-3 CLOSED SUNDAyS gRouNdHog daY - oPeN til 3Pm G4

Stop and get everything you need before going to the Knob.

We have Handwarmers, Drinks, Snacks, Gloves, Hats, Medicines.

gift Cards • gift Wrapping • We ship!

Just North of Brookville on Rt. 28

100 W. mahoning st., downtown punx’y (next door To The official souvenier shop) Call for hoUrs 814-938-1255

814-849-8026 www.jeffersonmanor.net A1

www.fairladycompany.com

Recognized as a PennsyLvania WiLds aRtisan tRaiL RetaiLeR

neal’S Septic tank Service

Personal • Consistent • friendly • Knowledgeable

938-9150 Fax 938-9151

loCal & rEgional arTisTs We seLL unique gifts

Happy Groundhog day!

Fri., JAN. 31 • OpeN 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

www.weatherdiscovery.org

happy Groundhog day!

Septic tank Service residential • commercial

movies Weekly at the Jackson Theater

community Fitness center Gymnastics, Fitness Classes, Cycling, Dance, aerobics

Facility rentals Meetings or parties

See our Chuck Dynasty & Groundhog items

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938-8494 938-7685

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210 Van Ness St. Sykesville, PA 15865

unrise drilling s supply, inc. HalCo RoCK toolS

Hammers & Bits - New & Used Replacement Parts for I.R. & Mission New & Re-Run Tri Cone Bits - Subs Adapters - Drill Steel - Stabilizers Cable Tool Bits & Accessories

We PouNd RoCK iNto SuBmiSSioN “If we can’t get it, you don’t need it.”

1-800-432-5422

Lindsey Water Company • BottLed Water • offiCe Coffee 2006 rt. 310, reynoldsville

814-371-7000

back this year by Popular demand!

breaKfast served:

(814) 938-2414 901 W. mahoning st., Punxsutawney

every thur., fri. & sat. 8:30-11am sPeCial suPerboWl sunday breaKfast feb. 2 7:30-11am

Food & Dining

Playing 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. on thursday, friday & saturday nights Jan. 30, 31 & feb. 1 Proper id required

a.m. -11 p.m., pizza town. 545 W Mahoning St. lunch and dinner specials daily! great homemade italian food! Come warm up with a cup of delicious homemade wedding or chicken noodle soup! Call 814-938-2380 for more info! n 11 a.m., Beta winter Food Fest, Jefferson Social Hall across from the Community Center. soup, sandwiches, desserts, and hot beverages! sponsored by punxsutawney beta sorority. n 11 a.m.-midnight, Concession stand, punxsutawney Community Center, 220 n. Jefferson st. n 11 a.m.-3 p.m., First english Lutheran Church. Corner of N. Gilpin and Pine St. soup, sandwiches, desserts, and drinks. n noon-8 p.m., Food Court, Punxsutawney Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St., Peterson Room. n 1 p.m., punxsutawney Country Club. North Main Street 938-8243. n 11

sunDAy, FeBruAry 2 a.m., Kiwanis Club All night Breakfast Buffet, at Jefferson County Housing Authority Social Center, 209 N. Jefferson St.. adult $5, Children $3. n mary’s place restaurant & Catering, 17080 Rt. 36 South, Just Two Miles from Downtown Punxsy. spECial offEr! All-you-Can-eat pasta onLy $5.75! (with this ad) Call (814)938-2962 meetatmarys.com n 12:01 a.m. -2p.m., Concession stand, Punxsutawney Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St. n 6:30 a.m., All you Can eat pancake Breakfast. The Salvation Army, 229 W. Mahoning St. all you can eat pancake breakfast! adults $5, 4-11 year olds $3, and 3 years old and under eat for free. n 7 a.m.- noon, Groundhog Day Breakfast, Punxsutawney Country Club, North Main Street 938-8243. adults: $9 Children $5 and Children under 3 are free! n 7-11a.m. , Groundhog Day Breakfast Buffet. Punxsutawney Elks Lodge, 205 N. Findley St.. Mahoning St. Come enjoy a delicious breakfast! n 7 a.m.-sell out, Groundhog Day Breakfast Buffet. F.O. Eagles, 238 E. Mahoning St. Come enjoy a breakfast buffet after being at the Knob! n 7 a.m.-noon, All you Can eat Breakfast. John. W. Jenks Lodge, 225 W. Mahoning St. all you can eat breakfast- pancakes, sausage, eggs, orange juice, coffee, & hot chocolate for $5. n 7:30-9 a.m., weather Discovery Center. 201 N. Findley St. danish, Coffee & hot Chocolate $1.00 per item in our parking lot. proceeds benefit the Weather discovery Center. n 8 a.m.-midnight, pizza town. 545 W Mahoning St. lunch and dinner specials daily! great homemade italian food! Come warm up with a cup of delicious homemade wedding or chicken noodle soup! Call 814-938-2380 for more info! n 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Food Court, punxsutawney Community Center, 220 n. Jefferson st., peterson room. n 8 a.m.-4 p.m., vendors in the park, Barclay Square. Come enjoy various food & various types of vendors in the park. n1

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FriDAy, JAnuAry 31 n mary’s place restaurant & Catering, 17080 Rt. 36 South, Just Two Miles from Downtown Punxsy. spECial offEr! All-you-Can-eat Fish Feast onLy $7.49!! (with this ad) Call (814)938-2962 meetatmarys.com n 11 a.m., Beta winter Food Fest, Jefferson Social Hall across from the Community Center. soup, sandwiches, desserts, and hot beverages! sponsored by punxsutawney beta sorority. n 11 a.m. -11 p.m., pizza town. 545 W Mahoning St. lunch and dinner specials daily! great homemade italian food! Come warm up with a cup of delicious homemade wedding or chicken noodle soup! Call 814-938-2380 for more info! n 11 a.m., punxsutawney Country Club. North Main Street 938-8243. serving lunch and dinner. n 3-8 p.m., vendors in the park, Barclay Square. Come enjoy various food & various types of vendors in the park. sAturDAy, FeBruAry 1 place restaurant & Catering, 17080 Rt. 36 South, Just Two Miles from Downtown Punxsy. spECial offEr! mary’s Grilled Chicken salads only $5.99 (with this ad) Call (814)938-2962 meetatmarys.com n 8 a.m.- 8 p.m., vendors in the park, Barclay Square. Come enjoy various food & various types of vendors in the park. n mary’s

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Homestead

Restaurant & Discount Grocery Grandma’s Homestyle cooking 20079 Rt. 954/Hwy N.

SmickSbuRg

814-257-8609

The place where old friends gather & new friends meet!

F.O. Eagles 1231 Punxsutawney

238 E. Mahoning St., Punx’y

938-9976 Fri., Jan., 31st RAilS To TRAilS DAnCE To Wire Down The

9pm - 1am

Benefits Mahoning Shadow Trail

Sun., Feb. 2nd

BREAkFAST BUFFET $ 8/person 7 a.m. to Sell out

Great daily specials! Rt. 36 N Stanton

849-6396 Mon, Tues 6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. B2 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.

S P o N S o R S

u Drs. Smatlak, Gigliotti, Walker & Stossel u Graystone Court Villas Punxsutawney, LLC u Marion Center Bank u Dunkel Roofing, Inc.

hAppy GrounDhoG DAy

Open 7 Days a Week! E6

italian deli, restaurant & Catering

Happy Groundhog Day! rt. 119 South

(Bottom of indiana Hill, Punx’y)

GreaT Food Service • ParkinG

Friday, January 31 & Sat, February 1 6 am to 8 pm Sunday, February 2 4:30 am to 2 pm B9

119 south, punx’y (next to dairy Queen)

938-2570

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

Take aDvaNTage of Pizza TowN’S Daily & SeaSoNal SPeCialS

W. mahoning St., Punxsy Plaza Call for take-out or free delivery

814-938-2380

SUN., Feb. 2 • 7 A.M. - NOON

Adults: $9 • Children: $5 Children under 3 FREE

PUNxSUTAWNey

WingStreet® Wings Walmart Plaza Rt. 119 North Punx’y

938-2400 D7

COUNTRy CLUb

938-8243 • Plenty of FRee Parking Open Saturday 1 p.m. • Friday 11 a.m.

SeRvING LUNCH ANd dINNeR COME TO ENJOY OUR LOUNGE & BAR

GreAt DeALs on your FAvorites!

Elks Lodge

205 North Findley St., Punx’y

Big mac meal: $5 Quarter pounder with Cheese meal: $5 20-piece mcnuggets: $5

douBle ceramicS

downtown Punxsutawney

open: 5 a.m. sat., feb 1 thru 1 a.m. mon., feb. 3 (open all niGht saturday niGht)

hAppy GrounDhoG DAy!

PUNXSUTAWNEY B.P.O. #301

Fri. Jan. 31: • Reg. Dinner 4:30-8 pm • Groundhog Ball 7:30 to ? Sat. Feb. 1 • Chili & Hot Wing Cook Off 6-8:30 pm • Dueling Pianos 10-11:45 pm Sun. Feb 2. • Breakfast 7-11 am

Opening. 2nd u S n., Feabm at 8 ull r Se vingllfDay! Menu A

Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 11 to 11 • Fri & Sat 11 to Midnight

GROUNDHOG DAY BREAKFAST

2/$3 eGG mCmuFFins or eGG white DeLiGhts

Happy Groundhog Day!

Pizza Town Pizza Town family Dining and friendly Pric

from all of us at

Come See our Ceramic groundhogs call for hours & class times.

65 3-2792

333 W. Main St., Reynoldsville

www.doublemceramics.com

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e Walston Club

Rt. 536 to Frostburg: • Darlene Stuchell, Registered Tax Return Preparer (Hamilton-Porter Area) • Martino’s Auto Service

TAKING THE BUS TO THE KNOB

D.E. Limited Family Partnership

Deeley Funeral Home

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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.

Primary Health Care Network Punxsutawney Country Club

National Guard Armory

Hometown Publications (B&P Railroad Building)

Burleigh Appraisals

EASY TO VIEW MAP

WWW.PUNXSUTAWNEYMAGAZINE.COM

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After the prognostication, the buses from the Knob will transport visitors back downtown, the Punxsy Plaza, and Walmart. You can choose to get off the bus downtown to eat and visit the events. (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 McDonalds to Punxsy Plaza to Wal-Mart every 15 minutes or so. The shuttle buses will pick up in front of McDonalds.) A shuttle bus from Punxsy Plaza will take people who parked at the High School back to their cars. The Shuttle buses to the High School will run from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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Hetager Drilling

Pasquale’s Italian Deli

Take 119 South to: • Indiana County Aging Services Mahoning Hills Social Center on Rt. 119 • Indiana County Tourist Bureau (Indiana) • Mahoning Physical Therapy (Marion Center & Clymer) • Dean’s Dairy • Springhill Shelties (370 Big W. Drive)

A. Barclay Square - Celebration Tent and Information B. Phil’s Souvenir Shop - Everything Phil C. Punxsutawney Community Center - Craft Sale Groundhog Day the movie, Autograph Session D. Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center E. Groundhog Club Headquarters F. Historical Society and Hayride Tours G. IUP Academy of Culinary Arts - Ice Sculptures

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Christian & Missionary Alliance Church

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to Glen Campbell: • Barto’s Blackpowder Muzzleloader

Burke & Sons Window Specialists

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Walmart Supercenter

Dunkel Roofing Co.

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Universal Well Services

Femco

Punx’y Phil’s Family Restaurant World’s Largest Groundhog

Sandy’s Beverages

ProForm Powdered Metals

Jacque Perry Insurance

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Punxsutawney Industrial Park

First Baptist Church

Harmon Field Playground

McCabe Funeral Home

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Community First Bank

Walker Auto Parts

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Dr. Nathan Stebbins Optometrist

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Woodland Avenue United Methodist Church

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The Pool Guys

CNB Bank

Presbyterian Church

Stello Foods

Lundy & Lundy - Attorneys at Law

State Rep. Sam Smith

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Miller Brothers Furniture

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Patsy’s Park

IUP Academy of Culinary Arts

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P&N Coal Co.

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Rumor’s Tavern

Rebuck’s South Side Service

Trailhead Gallery

Groundhog Lube & Oil

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Fox’s Pizza

Rt. 36 S. to: • Hawk Construction

S&T Bank

Carulli Auto Sales & Service

First Commonwealth Bank

Marion Center Bank

Margiotti Bridge

Groundhog Club Headquarters

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McDonald’s

Nic’s Tobacco Outlet

Nick Gianvito Attorney at Law

Grace Place

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Saints Cosmas & Damian Church & School Auction

Make-A-Wish Foundation™

First English Lutheran Church

The Medicine Shoppe

Jefferson County EMS Service

U.S. Army Reserve

B.P.O. #301 Elks Lodge

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John Regis Smelko, DMD Infinity Dental Partners

Richard L. Fait Funeral Home

Lowmaster & Warden Appliances Sales & Service

Future Site of Primary Healthcare Network

Hometown Pharmacy

Area Transportation Authority

First United Methodist Church

Smatlak, Gigliotti, Walker & Stossel Family Dentistry

Indiana University of PA - Punx’y Campus

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SS. Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church

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F.O. Eagles 1231 Rails to Trails Dance

Silver Bullet Tattoo

Punx’y Chamber of Commerce/ Souvenir Shop

Nicholas Lorenzo Attorney At Law

West End Elementary School

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Monkey Steps

Punxsutawney Community Center & Jackson Theater

Housing Authority of Jefferson County

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Jenks Hill Elementary School

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to Big Run: • Peace Kitchens • Star Iron • Marion Center Bank to DuBois: • A Sweet Occasion • Christ the King Manor • Senator Scarnati (Brockway) • Miller Brothers Furn. (Falls Creek)

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Punxsutawney Area Hospital

Elk Run Fire Company

Punxsutawney Area High School

First Church of God

The New Anchor Inn

to Reynoldsville: • Niagara Cutter • Double M Ceramics • Bernard Snyder Coroner of Jefferson County • Fastrak • 310 Lawn & Garden • Lindsey Water

Punxsutawney Area Middle School

Dr. Kyle Lingenfelter

Grace United Methodist Church

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Visitors can walk to Gobbler’s Knob (1.5 miles from Barclay Square) or take a Knob bus. Buses to Gobbler’s Knob will run from 3 a.m. until 6:30 a.m. from the following locations: • McDonalds, 102 North Findley St., downtown Punxsutawney (GPS coordinates: 40.943466, -78.971213) Parking available on the streets and in public parking lots downtown. • Punxsy Plaza, 545 West Mahoning St. (GPS Coordinates: 40.94148, -78.983664). • Wal-Mart, 21920 Rt. 119, Punxsutawney (GPS coordinates: 40.929646, -78.982713). Parking available in the Wal-Mart lot.

1 Take Rt. 36 North to: • Sheriff Carl Gotwald Sr. • Jefferson County Development • Double Diamond Deer Ranch (Cook Forest) • #1 Brookville Chevy-Buick • Grandma’s Kitchen • Jim VanSteenberg (Jefferson Co. Treasurer) • Jefferson Manor • Jefferson County Republican Party Office

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When you’re ready to get back in the game:

In rehab, we know that everyone has diﬀerent goals. So no matter what your goal is: we’re here with an expert team and a commitment to provide the best treatment. Our rehab team knows how important it is to listen and work together to assure that Punxsutawney area hospital you are getting back in the game, back to work, or maybe getting a stronger back. Ask B3 your doctor about Punxsutawney Area Hospital Rehab, or call us at 938-1809. Mike Groman, DPT

Physical Therapy

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rebuCK’s south side

serviCe & toWinG

24 hour toWinG

Car and Truck Repair Rt. 436, PUNx’Y (Margiotti Bridge)

938-9914 Dennis Rebuck, Nights - Res. 938-3577

hours: Tues.-Sat. 1-8 pm 938-1914 240 N. Findley St. PUNX’y

HAPPY GROUNDHOG DAY!

SPrinGHill SHelTieS

dog & cat Boarding & Grooming “Committed to Caring for your Pets as though they are our own” michele Wachob, owner with Chance and Cindy hoover, assistant groomer with Jewels

Just minutes from town - 370 Big W. dr., Punx’y A9

724-286-9355

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Plumbing heating electrical hardware supplies

HAPPy GrOUnDHOG DAy!

route 36, Punxsutawney

814 -938-4489

Schedule of Events n 8 a.m.-4 p.m., metal Arts Display, Barclay Square, Jeff Tech students showcase their skills

FRIDAY, JANUARY 31 n souvenir sale, 121 E. Mahoning St. local vendors! hats, scarves, shirts, pottery, fudge.

look for the pink door across from mcdonald’s!

n 8 a.m.- 6 p.m., the Groundhog Club headquarters. 200 W. Mahoning St.a must stop

location during the groundhog day Celebration. Come see historic memorabilia and everything punxsutawney phil! n 9 a.m.-8 p.m., phil’s official souvenir shop, 102 W. Mahoning St.your one stop shopping for all your official groundhog souvenirs! n 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Joanne Garrett studio, 233 W. Mahoning St. original fine art & more. n 10 a.m.-7 p.m., punxsutawney weather Discovery Center, 201 N. Findley St. Come “become” a tornado, “make” a thunderstorm, be a television weather forecaster and much more! Weather Channel celebrity meteorologists autograph sessions – times & dates Tba. $5.00 admission, children 2 & under free. Weatherdiscovery.org n 10 a.m.-5 p.m., pAAi’s Groundhog Day Art show. Punxsutawney Memorial Library, 301 E. Mahoning St. don’t miss paai’s groundhog day art show. our mascot Van hogh travels “into asia”, this year! n 1-4 p.m., open house at the punxsy museum. Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400/401 W. Mahoning St. bennis house has 3 floors of historical displays including native american and early punxsy life. lattimer house has a groundhog museum and story Walk activities for children. The latest displays are “mahoning streetscapes” from the 1940’s, 1950’s, & 1960’s.We also provide genealogical help for those researching family history in the punxsutawney area. n 3-8 p.m., vendors in the park, Barclay Square. Come enjoy various food & various types of vendors. n 3-8 p.m., Chain saw Carver, Barclay Square. randy rupert of Wizards Workshop will carve logs into beautiful sculptures. his work is available for purchase. n 3-8 p.m., metal Arts Display, Barclay Square, Jeff Tech students showcase their skills by creating sculptures using a weather or groundhog related theme. n 4-8 p.m., open house and tour, Mahoning and Findley Building. Come view the newly renovated building and enjoy light refreshments. Everyone welcome! n 4-9 p.m., nomadic trading Company. 400 N Walnut St. a large shopping experience compiled of 40 stores. n 5 p.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square. Enjoy a guided walking tour of more than a dozen of the phantastic phil sculptures with information about the project, trivia, and “insider” tid bits. Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 6 p.m., mcCaffery murder mysteries Comedy show. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come use your detective skills to try to figure out the mystery! This interactive show is free and great for all ages! Can you figure out who, when, why, and where? n 7 p.m., Battle of the Cupcakes. Mulberry Square, 411 ½ W. Mahoning St.Teams will compete to produce groundhog themed cupcakes and the displayed. free to the public. n 7:30 p.m., “Big Blast” Punxsutawney Area Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St. a Celebration of the punxsutawney area coal heritage and music! featuring alexis White rodney Thompson and samantha sears on guitar and lindsay merrow on violin. youth $5 donation, adult $10 donation, or family $15 donation. n 8 p.m.-midnight, the inner Circle’s Groundhog Ball, Punxsutawney Elks Club# 301, 205 N. Findley St. This formal event includes hors d’oeuvres and will feature Rudy and the Professionals the doors will open at 7:30 p.m. There will also be a cash bar. The most important guest of the night, punxsutawney phil, will be in attendance! all attendees must be 21 years old or older. Tickets can be purchased in advance on www.groundhog.org. n 9 p.m.-midnight, rails to trails Groundhog Day Dance. Punxsutawney Eagles Club, 238 E. Mahoning St. This annual dance is featuring down-to-the-Wire, a classic rock band. advanced Ticket: $8 donation,Ticket at the door: $10 donation. for more information and tickets contact mahoningshadow@hotmail.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1 n 7th Annual Groundhog wine trail. Clearfield Fair Grounds. featuring 12 award winning wineries. for tickets visit www.groundhogwinetrail.com or 814-236-0910. n souvenir sale, 121 E. Mahoning St. local vendors! hats, scarves, shirts, pottery, fudge. look for the pink door across from mcdonald’s! n 8 a.m.-8 p.m., the Groundhog Club headquarters. 200 W. Mahoning St.a must stop location during the groundhog day Celebration. Come see historic memorabilia and everything punxsutawney phil! n 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Local Artists. Roseman’s Florist, 126 W. Mahoning St. Unique handcrafted groundhog items by a variety of very talented local artists. n 8 a.m.-8 p.m., vendors in the park, Barclay Square. Come enjoy various food & various types of vendors. n 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Chain saw Carver, Barclay Square. randy rupert of Wizards Workshop will carve logs into beautiful sculptures. his work is available for purchase.

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shopping for all your official groundhog souvenirs! n 9-10 a.m., Best “Groundhog Day wear” Dog Competition, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. pre-register by calling the ghC at 814-618-5591 or arrive at 8:30 a.m. to register there. n 9-10 a.m., Best “winter wear” Dog Competition, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. pre-register by calling the ghC at 814-618-5591 or arrive at 8:30 a.m. to register there. n 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Joanne Garrett studio, 233 W. Mahoning St. n ice sculptures, IUP Academy of Culinary Arts. n 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., open house at the punxsy museum. Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400/401 W. Mahoning St. bennis house has 3 floors of historical displays including native american and early punxsy life. lattimer house has a groundhog museum and story Walk activities for children.The latest displays are “mahoning streetscapes” from the 1940’s, 1950’s, & 1960’s.We also provide genealogical help for those researching family history in the punxsutawney area. n 10 a.m.-7 p.m., punxsutawney weather Discovery Center, 201 N. Findley St.. Come “become” a tornado, “make” a thunderstorm, be a television weather forecaster and much more! Weather Channel celebrity meteorologists autograph sessions – times & dates Tba. $5.00 admission, children 2 & under free. Weatherdiscovery.org n 10 a.m., Crowning of Little mr. & miss Groundhog and ms. Groundhog, Weather Discovery Center, 201 N. Findley St. Come see the crowning ceremony! n 10 a.m.-6 p.m., pAAi’s Groundhog Day Art show. Punxsutawney Memorial Library, 301 E. Mahoning St. don’t miss paai’s groundhog day art show. our mascot Van hogh travels “into asia” this year! n 10:30 a.m., Groundhog story time/Crafts for Kids. Punxsutawney Memorial Library, 301 E. Mahoning St. fun for young children. Sponsored by Punxsutawney Theatre Arts Guild. Donations Appreciated. n 10:30 a.m.-noon, Groundhog Bingo. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come enjoy a free game of bingo with prizes! remember it’s just for fun! n 11 a.m.-7 p.m., nomadic trading Company. 400 N Walnut St. n 11 a.m.-2 p.m., winter weather olympics, Weather Discovery Center, 201 N. Findley St. give our four games a try, includes Celebrity dodge snowball featuring groundhog inner Circle member and Weather Channel celebrities! $5.00 for Weather olympics, $8.00 for olympics & admission to Weather discovery Center. n 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Kid’s Corner. Punxsutawney Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St.This is a free event for all kids12 years old and under! Come enjoy weather and groundhog day related crafts and activities. n 11 a.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square. Enjoy a guided walking tour of more than a dozen of the phantastic phil sculptures with information about the project, trivia, and “insider” tid bits. Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 11:30 a.m., Groundhog story time/Crafts for Kids. Punxsutawney Memorial Library, 301 E. Mahoning St. fun for young children. Sponsored by Punxsutawney Theatre Arts Guild. Donations Appreciated. n noon, phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square. Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 12:30 p.m., Dennie huber magician. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. don’t miss dennie huber’s magical spectacle for all ages! sponsored by the punxsutawney groundhog festival Committee. n 12:30 p.m., scavenger hunt, Meet at the Celebration Ten, Barclay Square, do you enjoy a challenge? Come participate in the scavenger hunt as a single or a group of two. prizes awarded to the winners.a digital camera or camera phone is required for this scavenger hunt. remember it’s just for fun! n 1 p.m., hayride town tour, Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400/401 W. Mahoning St. Come enjoy a hayride town tour with refreshments to follow! it’s free! n 1 p.m., Groundhog story time/Crafts for Kids. Punxsutawney Memorial Library, 301 E. Mahoning St. fun for young children. Sponsored by Punxsutawney Theatre Arts Guild. Donations Appreciated. n 1 p.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square. Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 1-2 p.m., pacific rhythm. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come enjoy this polynesian entertainment and fire show! free plastic flower leis for the first 50 people in the tent! n 1-9 p.m., Annual Craft show-n-sale, Punxsutawney Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St. n 1:30-2:30 p.m., s’more making, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come make and enjoy tasty s’mores. it’s free! sponsored by gigliotti Chiropractic. n 2 p.m., hayride town tour, Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400/401 W. Mahoning St. — continued on next page

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East Mahoning St. fun for young children. Sponsored by Punxsutawney Theater Arts Guild. Donations appreciated. n 2 p.m., phantastic phil walking tours, barclay square.Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 3 p.m., hayride town tour, Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400/401 W. Mahoning St. n 3:30 p.m., Dennie huber magician, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. don’t miss dennie huber’s magical spectacle for all ages! sponsored by the punxsutawney groundhog festival Committee. n 3 p.m.- 6 p.m., toonbrian Caricaturist. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come get a free portrait! n 3:30-5:30 p.m., Groundhog Club members’ reception. Punxsutawney Eagles, 205 N. Findley St. must be a member of the groundhog Club to attend. Join on www.groundhog.org or at the door. members must request a ticket prior to the event by emailing director@ghogclub.com n 4 p.m., scavenger hunt, Meet at the Celebration Ten, Barclay Square, do you enjoy a challenge? Come participate in the scavenger hunt as a single or a group of two. prizes awarded to the winners. remember, it’s just for fun! n 5 p.m., movie “Groundhog Day”, punxsutawney Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St., free to public. n 5 p.m., scavenger hunt, Meet at the Celebration Tent, Barclay Square, do you enjoy a challenge? Come participate in the scavenger hunt as a single or a group of two. prizes awarded to the winners. remember it’s just for fun! n 6 p.m., the Annual Groundhog Club Banquet, Punxsutawney High School. sponsored by the inner Circle of the groundhog Club. admission by ticket only. Call 814-6185591. n 6-8 p.m., Chili and hot wing Cook off Contest, punxsutawney Elks, 205 N. Findley St. all proceeds benefit hog heaven animal rescue farm. Jalapeno pepper eating n 6-9:30 p.m., City Limits rock Band, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. free Event! Come listen to the best in the new and classic rock! get here early to get a seat! n 10 p.m.-midnight. Cutting edge Dueling pianos, Punxsutawney Elks Club# 301, 205 N. Findley St. an all request show with two great musicians on baby grand pianos! get your reserved seating section pass at www.groundhog.org to guarantee a seat! n 10 p.m.- 6 a.m., Crash pad, Punxsutawney Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St. bring your sleeping bags and pillows! $8 fee. n 11 p.m., movie “Groundhog Day” Punxsutawney Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St., free to public. n 11:45 p.m.-midnight, shadow summit. Outside the Weather Center and Elks Lodge. Come count down the official start of groundhog day, february 2nd as an illuminated fiberglass ‘phil’ is raised to the summit! free!

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2 n souvenir sale, 121 E. Mahoning St. local vendors! hats, scarves, shirts, pottery, fudge.

look for the pink door across from mcdonald’s! n 12:01 a.m.-2 p.m., Concession stand, Punxsutawney Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St. n 7 a.m.-5 p.m., phil’s official souvenir shop, 102 West Mahoning St. your one stop shopping for all your official groundhog souvenirs! n 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Annual Craft show-n-sale, Punx’y Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St. n 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m., punxsutawney weather Discovery Center. 201 N. Findley St. Come “become” a tornado, “make” a thunderstorm, be a television weather forecaster and much more! Weather Channel celebrity meteorologists autograph sessions – times & dates Tba. $5.00 admission, children 2 & under free. Weatherdiscovery.org n 8 a.m.- 6 p.m., the Groundhog Club headquarters. 200 West Mahoning St. a must stop location during the groundhog day Celebration. Come see historic memorabilia and everything punxsutawney phil! n 8 a.m.- 1 p.m., nomadic trading Company. 400 N Walnut St. n 8 a.m.- 2 p.m., Local Artists. Roseman’s Florist, 126 West Mahoning St. Unique handcrafted groundhog items by a variety of very talented local artists. n 8 a.m.-4 p.m., vendors in the park, Barclay Square. Come enjoy various food & various types of vendors. n 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Chain saw Carver, Barclay Square. randy rupert of Wizards Workshop will carve logs into beautiful sculptures. his work is available for purchase. n 8 a.m.-4 p.m., open house at the punx’y museum. Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400/401 W. Mahoning St. bennis house has 3 floors of historical displays including native american and early punxsy life. lattimer house has a groundhog museum and story Walk activities for children. The latest displays are “mahoning streetscapes” from the 1940’s, 1950’s, & 1960’s.We also provide genealogical help for those researching family history in the punxsutawney area.

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n 8:30 a.m., Dennie huber magician, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. don’t miss dennie

huber’s magical spectacle for all ages! sponsored by the punx’y groundhog festival Committee. n ice sculptures, IUP Academy of Culinary Arts. n 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Joanne Garrett studio, 233 W. Mahoning St. n 9-11 a.m., phil’s Birthday party, Punxsutawney Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St. do you have a groundhog day birthday? bring valid proof and receive a small gift, cake, and punch. n 9-10:30 a.m., ray Lantz and Company. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come enjoy live music with a great group! n 10 a.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square. Enjoy a guided walking tour of more than a dozen of the phantastic phil sculptures with information about the project, trivia, and “insider” tid bits. Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 10 a.m.-2 p.m., oreo stack Contest. County Market, 201 Hampton Ave. no fee, 3 different age groups. first prize in each age group. n 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Groundhog Cookie Decorating. County Market, 201 Hampton Ave. $1 a cookie. n 10 a.m.-noon, Groundhog Day weddings, Civic Center, Barclay Square. stop by and watch couples get married or renew their vows on groundhog day! all weddings were scheduled in advance, no walk-ins. n 10 a.m.-2 p.m., pAAi’s Groundhog Day Art show. Punxsutawney Memorial Library, 301 East Mahoning St. don’t miss paai’s groundhog day art show. our mascot Van hogh travels “into asia”, this year! n 10 a.m., movie “Groundhog Day” Punxsutawney Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St., free to public. n 11 a.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square. Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 11 a.m.-noon, punxsutawney phil and Groundhog 101, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. do you have a question about phil or just groundhogs in general? This event is for you! Come and listen to phil’s handlers talk about his everyday care and much more! n 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Kid’s Corner, Punxsutawney Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St. This is a free event for all kids 12 years old and under! Come enjoy weather and groundhog day related crafts and activities. n noon registration, 1 p.m. start Time, Groundhog Jog. 106 E Union St.The 2014 groundhog Jog is sponsored by ss. Cosmas and damian home and school association. www.active.com/punxsutawney-pa/running/ distance-running/groundhog-jog-2014. n noon, phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square. Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n noon, Autograph signing session, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Come meet the members of the inner Circle and get a free autograph! n 1 p.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square. Enjoy a guided walking tour of more than a dozen of the phantastic phil sculptures with information about the project, trivia, and “insider” tid bits. Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 1-1:30 p.m., Dennie huber magician. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. don’t miss dennie huber’s magical spectacle for all ages! n 1 p.m., meteorologists hall of Fame induction Ceremony, Weather Discovery Center, 201 N. Findley St. Come watch the induction ceremony of the newest member of the meteorologists hall of fame! n 1 p.m., hayride town tour, Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400/401 W. Mahoning St. Come enjoy a hayride town tour with refreshments to follow! it’s free! n 1-4 p.m., open house at the punxsy museum. Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400-1 W. Mahoning St. n 1:30 p.m., top hat Decorating Contest. Celebration Tent, Barclay Square.There will be a first, second, and third place awarded in each age group. The age groups are: 8-12, 5-7, and 4 years old and under. To pre-register call the ghC at 814-618-5591 or emailing director@ghogclub.com by January 6th. n 2 p.m., hayride town tour, Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400/401 W. Mahoning St. n 2-3:30 p.m. zumba Fitness and Bokwa Fitness, Celebration Tent, Barclay Square. Join licensed/Certified instructors dustin Jewell, Karen mcleod spencer, and ashley Jordan as they bring a fitness party merging concepts of both Zumba fitness and bokwa fitness. fUn for EVEryonE... no EXpEriEnCE nEEdEd... ComE Join ThE CElEbraTion and mEET ThE insTrUCTors! n 2 p.m., phantastic phil walking tours, Barclay Square. Tour starts at phil’s burrow and lasts about 45 minutes. it’s free! n 3 p.m., hayride town tour, Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society, 400/401 W. Mahoning St. Punxsutawney Hometown magazine is not responsible for any changes, omissions or errors in schedule. Schedule as of January 13, 2014.

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Happy Groundhog Day from

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PAiD FOR BY JEFFERSOn COunTY REPuBLiCAn PARTY

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n Yes, Punxsutawney Phil is the ONLy true weather-forecasting Groundhog. The others are just imposters. n There has been only one Punxsutawney Phil. Punxsutawney Phil gets his longevity from drinking “groundhog punch” (a secret recipe). One sip, which is administered every September at the Groundhog Picnic, gives him seven more years of longevity.

Have a Safe & fuN gRouNdHog daY!

n On February 2, Phil comes out of his burrow on Gobbler’s Knob to predict the weather for the rest of the winter in front of thousands of faithful followers, who travel to Punxsutawney from all over the world.

n The celebration of Groundhog Day began with the Germans, Pennsylvania’s earliest settlers.They brought with them the legend of Candlemas Day, which states “For as the sun shines on Candlemas day, so far will the snow swirl in May…” The settlers found that groundhogs were plentiful and were the most intelligent and sensible animals to carry on the legend of Candlemas Day.

n According to legend, if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter weather. If he does not see his shadow, there will be an early spring.

n Punxsutawney marked its first Groundhog Day in the late 1800’s. The first official trek to Gobbler’s Knob was recorded on February 2, 1887. In 2013 it will be the 127th prediction.

n No, the members of the Inner Circle do not make Punxsutawney Phil’s forecasts in advance. After Phil emerges from his burrow on February 2, he speaks to the Groundhog Club President in Groundhogese. His proclamation is then translated for the world.

n So the story goes, Punxsutawney Phil was named after King Phillip. Prior to being called Phil, he was called Br’er Groundhog.

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GOBBLER’S KNOB – See the site where Punxsutawney Phil makes his annual Groundhog Day prediction. Follow the paw prints up Woodland Avenue to the Knob. 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 Punx’y. 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. PUNXSUTAWNEY 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) 938-2555, 401 West Mahoning Street.

Happy Groundhog Day!

HISTORIC HOMES – On West Mahoning and East Mahoning Streets are many wellpreserved examples of the early mansions of Punxsutawney. 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 Punx’y). PUNXSUTAWNEY WEATHER DISCOVERY CENTER – Come explore and be entertained by the science and folklore of weather prediction! The Discovery Center, located in a 1914 Federal-style building (the town’s former post office), is open with exhibits including Phil’s Burrow, the Weather Lore Landscape and the new Tornado Twisty Slide! Admission: $4 per person, children under the age of two are admitted free. 201 N. Findley St. 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.

PHANTASTIC PHIL’S PUBLIC ART – Thirty-two imaginatively decorated, larger-than-life Punxsutawney Phils can be found

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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 on-line at www.punxsutawney.com/phils.

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