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Outdoors Visitors Bureau as a Jefferson County Hotel Tax Project.”
The Legend of Groundhog Day Groundhog Day was founded in the traditions of the Romans, who carried
the myth to the Germans during Roman invasions many centuries ago. The story was also based on this Scottish couplet:
If Candlemas Day is bright and clear, There’ll be two winters in the year.
Candlemas Day is celebrated each year on February 2nd. It was
determined that if any animal came out from its underground hibernation on that day, and the sun was out, there would be six more weeks of winter. Thus was born the tradition of the “two winters” or the “second winter.”
What began as a tale from ancient times became fact in the early 1880’s. A group of residents in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, decided to celebrate Candlemas Day by going to the woods in search of a groundhog.
In 1886, the editor of the local newspaper named the group the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club. The Club deemed a certain hilltop near the town as “Gobbler’s Knob” proclaiming that, from this knob, Punxsutawney Phil could accurately forecast the weather.
On February 2nd, 1887, the first official trek to Gobbler’s Knob was made
and Punxsutawney Phil delivered his first official weather forecast. The Punxsutawney groundhog, known as Phil rose to fame throughout the world. Known as the “Seer of Seers”, Punxsutawney Phil’s forecast on February 2nd is recorded in the Congressional Records held in the National Archives and the Library of Congress in our nation’s capital.
As new coverage of Punxsutawney Phil’s forecasts became more widespread, so did the interest in the legend. In July 1966, Gobbler’s Knob was officially opened year-round to the public. In 1986, Punxsutawney Phil and members of the Groundhog Club journeyed to Washington, D.C., to visit President Ronald Reagan at the White House. In 1992, the movie Groundhog Day, starring Bill Murray, became a smash hit at theaters.
Today, the popularity of Groundhog Day continues to grow. As February
2nd approaches each year, the town of Punxsutawney comes alive with special events, celebrations, and fun; thousands of visitors attend the annual trek to see Punxsutawney Phil reveal his forecast.
Where to find Phil throughout the Celebration!
Sat. 1/30 Breakfast with Phil
Sat. 1/30 Crowning of Little Mr. & Miss Groundhog
Sun. 1/31 Groundhog Ball
Mon. 2/1 Meteorologist Hall of Fame
Mon. 2/2 GHC Members Only Reception
Tues. 2/2 Phil 101
Punxsutawney Phil will be at his burrow in
Barclay Square during all other times! See individual schedule listings for time and location details for each of these events.
Saturday, January 30th 2016 Schedule of Events
Time & Location Event Description
8 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Gobbler’s Knob
1548 Woodland Ave
Ext.
Breakfast with Phil Come have a served breakfast with Phil.
Bring your camera for pictures of Punxsutawney Phil and the Inner Circle!
$10 per adult , $5 per child 12 & under ,
kids under 2 are free
9 a.m.- 10:30 a.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Groundhog Day
Painting
Free event for people of all ages and artistic abilities! Please pre-register to
guarantee a space! Space is limited!
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Barclay Square Vendors Come enjoy craft vendors, great food,
and specialty items!
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Barclay Square Chain Saw
Carving
Randy Rupert of Wizards Workshop
will carve logs into beautiful
sculptures. His work is available for
purchase.
10 a.m.
Weather Discovery
Center
201 N. Findley St.
Crowing of the
Little Mr. & Miss
Groundhog
Come see the crowning ceremony!
10:30 a.m.
Barclay Square Phind Phil Scavenger hunt for Phil’s friends 12
and under.
10:30 a.m. - Noon
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Groundhog Bingo Come enjoy a free game of Bingo
with groundhog prizes! Remember
it’s just for fun!
10:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
& 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Memorial Library
301 E. Mahoning St.
Groundhog Story
Time & Crafts for
Kids
Sponsored by the Punxsutawney
Theater Arts Guild. Free. Donations
appreciated.
11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
Barclay Square
Meet at Phil’s
Burrow
Phantastic Phil
Walking Tour
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!
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Christian School
216 N. Jefferson St.
Groundhog Day
Art Show
Theme: Punxsutawney.
Cocoa and cookies will be served.
Come and see the works of local
artists. Admission is free.
The Legend If Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, it’s 6 more weeks of winter weather. If he doesn’t see his shadow, spring is right
around the corner.
Saturday, January 30th 2016 Schedule of Events Continued
Time Event Description
11 a.m. Team Check In
Noon Start Time
Community Center
220 N. Jefferson St.
Hog Ball Dodge Ball
Tournament
Double Elimination
5 People per Team Ages:9-16
& 16 and Up Co-ed
Fee: $25 per Team. pre-
Register contact the GHC at
814-618-5591
[email protected] P Or
Register day of the at door.
Noon
Barclay Square Scavenger Hunt 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 camera is required for this
scavenger hunt!
12:30 p.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Best Groundhog Day
& Best Winter Wear
Dog Competition
The outfit/costume competition
will be judged by 3 Inner Circle
members! Winners will be
award prizes! For more
information email
1:30 p.m. &
3:30 p.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Dennie Huber Don’t miss Dennie Huber’s
magical spectacle for all ages!
Free!
2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Jimmy Swogger &
Friends
Come enjoy a great
ventriloquism show with
Jimmy Swogger and his
friends!
2 p.m.
Barclay Square Photo Scavenger
Hunt
Come participate in the
scavenger hunt as a
single or a group of two. Prizes
awarded to the winners. A
camera or smart phone is
required for this scavenger
hunt!
7 p.m.
Community Center
220 N. Jefferson St.
Gobbler’s Knob Got
Talent
Talent Competition. To
participate contact the GHC at
9 p.m.- Midnight
Eagles
238 E. Mahoning St.
20th
Rails to Trail
Groundhog Day
Dance
Down-to-the-Wire. $8
advanced tickets, $10 at the
door. Proceeds benefit the
Mahoning Shadow Trail.
110 W. Mahoning
St.
Souvenir Sale &
Craft Show
Local Vendors
Hats, Scarves, Shirts, and much
more!
Dining & Restaurants
Barclay Square
300 E. Mahoning St.
www.groundhog.org
Kettle Corn
Chicken Wings
Funnel Cakes
Pizza
Hamburgers
Map Code Letter: A
Lily’s Restaurant & Bakery
536 West Mahoning St.
814-938-9419
Full Service
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Bakery
Map Code Letter: F
Fox’s Pizza Den
207 Hampton Ave
814-618-5653
www.foxspizzapunxsy.com
Pizza
Family Friendly
Specialty Hoagies
Map Code Letter: D
The Burrow
108 N. Findley St.
814-618-5083
http://www.theburrowpa.com
Bar
Dining
Wings
Tavern
Food
Map Code Letter: B
Caterina’s Cafe
Across from the Weather
Discovery Center at the ATA
814-938-8781
Coffee
Specialty Drinks
Breakfast
Map Code Letter: C
Laska’s Pizza
405 N. Main St.
814-938-4647
Pizza
Salad
Stromboli
Beer
Phantastic Phil
Map Code Letter: E
11 a.m.-2 a.m. Lunch: 11a.m. - 2 p.m. Dinner: 5 p.m. 9 p.m.
814-618-5083
108 N. Findley St.
Open Daily
Neko’s
206 Elk Run Ave
814-938-0338
Italian
American
Full Bar/ Lounge Map Code Letter: G
Dining & Restaurants
Pancake Breakfast
The Salvation Army
229 W. Mahoning St.
Feb. 2nd
6:30 a.m.- ?
All you can eat!
$5 Ages 12 +
$3 Ages 4-11
3 and Under are free!
Map Code Letter: U
Punxsutawney Philsner on tap!
Punxsy Pizza
115 N. Findley St.
814-938-8132
www.PunxsyPizza.com
Pizza
Award-Winning
Italian
Sandwiches
Locally Owned Map Code Letter: H
Breakfast Buffet Punxsy Eagles
238 E. Mahoning St.
Feb. 2nd
7 a.m.- Sell Out
Across from Barclay
Square!
Open to the Public!
Map Code Letter: Q
Soup & Sandwiches
First English Lutheran Church
Corner of Pine St. & Gilpin St.
Feb. 2nd
10a.m.- 2 p.m.
Featuring soup, sandwiches,
desserts, and drinks!
Map Code Letter: V
Groundhog Day
Feb. 2nd
Breakfast Specials
Sunday, January 31st 2016 Schedule of Events
Time Event Description
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Barclay Square Vendors Come enjoy craft vendors,
great food, and specialty items!
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Barclay Square Chain Saw Carving Randy Rupert of Wizards
Workshop will carve logs into
beautiful sculptures. His work
is available for purchase
10 a.m.
Barclay Square Photo Scavenger Hunt 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 camera
is required for this scavenger hunt!
10 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Groundhog Day
Painting
Free event for people of all ages and artistic abilities! Please pre-
register to guarantee a space! Space
is limited!
11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
Barclay Square
Meet at Phil’s Burrow
Phantastic Phil
Walking Tour
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!
11:30 a.m.& 3:30 p.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Dennie Huber Don’t miss Dennie Huber’s
magical spectacle for all ages!
Free!
11:30 a.m.- 12:30
p.m. registration
1 p.m. Start Time
Barclay Square
Groundhog Jog Pre-Register by January 17th &
you receive a Shirt
Noon
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Top Hat Decorating
Competition
A First, Second, and Third Place in each age group.
8-12 Years Old, 5-7 Years Old, 4
Years Old and Under (Limited Adult help permitted)
Free event, top hats and supplies
will be provided.
Sunday, January 31st 2016 Schedule of Events Continued
Time Event Description
Noon- 3 p.m.
Various Locations
Groundhog Grub
Walking Food Tour
For a $10 donation to the
PACF, you will receive a
map and pass to try out all
the tasty treats around town.
Noon- 4 p.m.
Central Fire Hall
301 E. Mahoning St.
Groundhog Souvenir
& Craft Show
Groundhog Souvenirs and
more. Many local crafts plus
kettle corn.
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Barclay Square S’more Making Come enjoy making
s’mores with The Thunder
Conductor!
1:30 p.m.- 2:30 p.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Jimmy Swogger &
Friends
Come enjoy a great
ventriloquism show with
Jimmy Swogger and his
friends!
3 p.m.
Barclay Square Scavenger Hunt Do you enjoy a challenge?
Come participate in the
scavenger hunt
as a single or a group of
two. Prizes awarded to the
winners
4 p.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Groundhog Day Corn
Hole Tournament
12 Teams Single
Elimination Tournament
Free to enter! Please pre-
register! Spaces will be
filled on a first come, first
serve basis. Winners will
receive two Inner Circle
Section Passes!
8 p.m.- Midnight
Eagles
238 E. Mahoning St.
Across from Barclay
Square
Groundhog Ball Punxsutawney Phil will be
present! Rudy and the
Professionals will be
performing. This year the
Groundhog Ball will be a
Masquerade theme!
Attendees are encouraged to
participate and wear a mask!
110 W. Mahoning St.
Souvenir Sale & Craft
Show
Local Vendors
Hats, Scarves, Shirts, and
much more!
Monday, February 1st 2016 Schedule of Events
Time Event Description
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Barclay Square Vendors Come enjoy craft vendors,
great food, and specialty items!
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Barclay Square Chain Saw Carving Randy Rupert of Wizards
Workshop will carve logs into
beautiful sculptures. His work
is available for purchase.
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Various Locations Passport to Punxsy Enjoy a self-guided tour of
everything Punxsutawney has
to offer. See “Passport to
Punxsy” page in guide for
details!
10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Worldwide Adventure of
Phil Display
Come see the great display of
pictures from the past years
Worldwide Adventure of Phil
Competitions.
10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Phriends of Phil Art
Show
Come see the great display of
artwork made by Phil’s
Phriends from all over the
world!
10 a.m.- 8 p.m.
Central Fire Hall
301 E. Mahoning St.
Groundhog Souvenir
& Craft Show
Groundhog Souvenirs and
more. Many local crafts plus
kettle corn. 10:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
& 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Memorial Library
301 E. Mahoning St.
Groundhog Story
Time & Crafts for
Kids
Sponsored by the
Punxsutawney Theater Arts
Guild. Free. Donations
appreciated.
11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
Barclay Square
Meet at Phil’s Burrow
Phantastic Phil
Walking Tour
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!
1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m.
Punxsy Area
Historical &
Genealogical Society,
400-1 W. Mahoning St
Historical Hay Ride
Town Tour
Come enjoy a hayride town
tour with refreshments to
follow! It’s free!
Monday, February 1st 2016 Schedule of Events Continued
Time Event Description
1 p.m.
Weather Discovery
Center
201 N. Findley St.
Meteorology Hall of
Fame Induction
Come watch the induction
ceremony of the newest
member of the Hall of Fame!
1 p.m.- 9 p.m.
Community Center
220 N. Jefferson St.
Annual Craft
Show n’ Sale
Groundhog souvenirs, crafts,
and much more!
3:30 p.m.- 5:30 p.m.
Eagles
238 E. Mahoning St.
Members Only
Reception
Must be a member of the
Groundhog Club to attend. Join
on www.groundhog.org or at
the door. Request a ticket by
emailing [email protected].
Membership is $15.
5 p.m. & 11 p.m.
Community Center
220 N. Jefferson St
Groundhog Day
Movie
Free to the Public
6 p.m. Doors Open
6:30 p.m. Dinner Starts
Punxsy High School
500 N. Findley St.
Annual Groundhog
Banquet
Sponsored by the Inner Circle
of the Groundhog Club.
Admission by ticket only.
Tickets go on sale in January.
6 p.m.- 8 p.m.
Punxsy Area Historical
& Genealogical Society,
400-1 W. Mahoning St
Night at the Museum
Bennis and Lattimer House
will be open and in each
several ‘Spirits’ of past citizens,
past artists, etc. will appear to
enliven the experience.
10 p.m.- Midnight
Elks Club# 301,
205 N. Findley St.
Cutting Edge
Dueling Pianos
An all request show with two
great musicians on baby grand
pianos! Reserved seat tickets
available. $5 per ticket
10 p.m.- 6 a.m.
Community Center
220 N. Jefferson St
Crash Pad Bring your sleeping bags and
pillows! $8 fee.
11:45 p.m.
Outside the Weather
Center and Elks Lodge
Shadow Summit Come count down the official
start of Groundhog Day, as an
illuminated fiberglass ‘Phil’ is
raised to the summit! Free!
110 W. Mahoning St.
Souvenir Sale &
Craft Show
Local Vendors
Hats, Scarves, Shirts, and much
more!
Happy
Groundhog
Day From: Phil’s Handlers
Passport to Punxsy
These locations are open throughout the course of the entire celebration. At each location you will receive a passport stamp. Bring your passports to the GHC Headquarters
throughout the course of the celebration to get a free souvenir and be entered to win a gift basket!
Groundhog Club Headquarters
Phil’s Burrow
Gobbler’s Knob
Gobbler’s Knob Trail
Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center
Punxsutawney Historical Society
Punxsutawney Memorial Library
Mahoning Shadow Trail
Phantastic Phil’s
Gobbler’s Knob & Gobbler’s Knob Trail
One of the most popular landmarks in Punxsutawney and in Western PA is
Gobbler’s Knob. It is the site of the annual Groundhog Day celebration and
where Punxsutawney Phil makes his prediction every February 2nd
. The trail is
½ Mile in length with informational and educational signage as well as Metal
Art www.groundhog.org
Passport Stamp
Address: 1548
Woodland
Ave Ext. Hours: Dawn to
Dusk
The GHC Headquarters
Come and see the displays of historical and rare Groundhog Club and
Punxsutawney Phil items. Do you enjoy the history and the legend? This is a
place for you! It’s a must- see location when visiting. Free to enter!
www.groundhog.org Phil's Burrow
Punxsutawney Phil and his wife Phyllis live in a
climate controlled environment. There are viewing windows from outside.
www.groundhog.org
Punxsutawney Memorial Library
Located alongside Barclay Square, the Punxsutawney Memorial Library serves as an
essential space in the community. Our staff focuses its attention and services on
education, technology, and access to information. http://www.punxsutawneylibrary.org/
Mahoning Shadow Trail
The Mahoning Shadow Trail is a 15-mile reclaimed
railroad-bed The beautiful wooded trail “shadows” the Mahoning
Creek. Except for a one-mile paved section that runs through the Punxsutawney
Borough, the trail surface is crushed limestone. The trail is open to pedestrians
and non-motorized vehicles. Maps are available at the Punxsy Chamber of
Commerce & Souvenir Shop. www.mahoningshadowtrail.org
Passport Stamp
Passport Stamp
Passport Stamp
Passport Stamp
Address: Various
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Address: 301 E.
Mahoning Next to
Barclay Square
Hours: Dawn to
Dusk
Address: 200 W. Mahoning
St.
Hours:
Sat. & Sun: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Mon.: 10 a.m.- 7 p.m.
Tues. 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Address: 301 E.
Mahoning St.
Hours: Sat.10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
Mon./ Tues: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center
“Become” a tornado…“Make” a thunderstorm…be a TV
weather forecaster… explore the Weather Lore Landscape and Punxsy Phil’s
burrow… experience our new Ready or Not?! Weather Emergency Exhibit and
more! Admission $5, Children 2 and under free. Optional activity: Make a
Groundhog Snow Measuring Stick $5. www.weatherdiscovery.org
Punxsutawney Historical & Genealogical Society
Beginning Sat. Jan. 30th
, pick up an entry form that will
provide photos of various architectural delights within walking distance. Walk
around the downtown and identify the building/location of each photo. Return
your form by 10 a.m. on 2/2! One winner will be drawn! Spot! Jot It & Go!
In addition to providing local historical and genealogical research facilities,
PAHGS has two former homes on Millionaires' Row which interpret area history
from native times to the present and a restored one-room schoolhouse just
outside of town. http://www.punxsyhistory.org/
Phantastic Phil’s
Stop into the Chamber of Commerce to pick up your map and begin your search
for our 32 larger than life groundhog statues, fondly known as the Phantastic
Phil’s. These whimsical 6 foot tall fiberglass groundhogs are scattered throughout
the area, each an individual work of art. Have fun exploring!
www.punxsutawney.com
Passport Stamp
Passport Stamp
Passport Stamp
Address: 201 N. Findley St.
Punxsy, PA
Hours: Sat. & Sun: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Mon.: 10 a.m.- 7 p.m.
Tues. 7:30 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Address: 401 W.
Mahoning St.
Hours:
Sat.:10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sun. 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Mon. 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Tues. 8 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Address: Maps of
the statues can be
picked up at the
Chamber of
Commerce or The
Celebration Tent
Hours: 7 Days a
Week, Dawn to
Dusk
Shopping & Souvenirs
Barclay Square
300 E. Mahoning St.
Groundhog Souvenirs
T-Shirts
Map Code Letter: A
Punxsutawney Phil’s Official
Souvenir Shop
102 W. Mahoning St.
Punxsy, PA 15767
814-938-7700
www.groundhogstuff.com
Groundhog Souvenirs
T-shirts
Groundhog Day
Mugs
Plush Groundhog
Map Code Letter: I
The Groundhog Club
Headquarters
200 W. Mahoning St. Suite 1
814-618-5591
www.groundhog.org
GHC Members Only Items
GHC Memberships
Map Code Letter: K
Punxsy Hometown Pharmacy
203 N. Hampton Ave
Punxsy, PA 15767
814-938-9150
www.punxsyhometown.com
Groundhog Souvenirs
Gift Shop
Candles
Pharmacy
UPS Shipping
Map Code Letter: J
Phil’s Official Souvenir Shop 102 W. Mahoning St.
Extended Hours! T-Shirts, Mugs, Ornaments, Kids Stuff, & More!
Sat., Jan. 30th
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sun., Jan. 31st 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Mon., Feb. 1st 9 a.m. - Midnight
Tues., Feb. 2nd
7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
www.groundhogstuff.com
Souvenir Sale & Craft Show
110 W. Mahoning St.
Local Vendors
Hats, Scarves, Shirts, and much
more!
Map Code Letter: L
Groundhog Souvenir &
Craft Show 300 E. Mahoning St.
Groundhog Souvenirs
T-Shirts
Map Code Letter: M
Roseman’s Florist
126 W. Mahoning St.
Punxsy, PA 15767
814-938-7364
Groundhog Souvenirs
Florist & Flowers
Gifts
Wedding
Funeral
Map Code Letter: W
Happy Groundhog Day From Dan McGinley &
Howard Hanna Allemang Realty
814-938-9667
Stop & see us
at the New
ATA Building
N. Findley St.
Coffee, Lunch,
Specialty
Drinks, &
More!
Groundhog Day Busing Info
Walking or 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: · 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 West Mahoning St., Punxsutawney (GPS Coordinates: 40.94148, -78.983664). There is parking available in the Punxsy Plaza lot. This is the suggested parking lot for charter buses. · Wal-Mart, 21920 Route 119, Punxsutawney (GPS coordinates: 40.929646, -78.982713). There is parking available in the Wal-Mart lot.
Ticket Prices/ 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, 12 years of age and under ride for free. There will be two ticket booths at Barclay Square, two ticket booths at Punxsy Plaza, and two ticket booths at Wal-Mart. Handicapped Parking There are a limited number of handicapped parking passes available for Gobbler’s Knob. For a pass contact the GHC. 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.
GHC Contact information: [email protected] or 814-618-5591.
Stop and see our Phantastic Phil!
LASKA’S PIZZA Beer Pizza Salads
Wings Stromboli Calzones
405 N. Main St. Punxsy 814-938-4647
Groundhog Day Tips Dress Warm… Boots, gloves, hat, many layers, hand warmers,
etc. Groundhog Day is in February, in the middle of winter and middle of the night.
Backpacks or bags are not recommended. They will be checked by the police.
No alcohol or weapons of any sort are permitted.
Bring a camera! Take as many pictures for your personal use as you wish. There is no commercial photography or videography without prior consent of the GHC.
It is recommended that small children do not attend.
It is standing room only.
There is a platform available for handicap use.
If you have any questions contact the GHC at [email protected] or 814-618-5591.
Become a Member of The Punxsutawney Groundhog Club
As a member of the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club, you will receive: An
Official Membership Card, An Official Membership Certificate, A Copy of Phil’s
“Official Proclamation” that he made on February 2nd
, & An Electronic
“Groundhogese” Newsletter.
To join, fill out the form below and mail it, along with the annual membership
fee of $15.00 to: Punxsutawney Groundhog Club, 200 West Mahoning Street
Suite 1, Punxsutawney, PA 15767
Name: __________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip: __________________________________________________
Email: _________________________________________________________
Additional Information can be found at the Celebration Tent in Barclay Square, Information Booth at Gobbler’s Knob, The GHC Headquarters,
the Chamber of Commerce, or by visiting www.groundhog.org.
Birthday Wish Okay, Jason, rise and shine, and don't
forget your booties 'cause it's
cooooold out there today!
Happy 40th!!
Love, Lorine
Tuesday, February 2nd 2016 Schedule of Events
Time Event Description
3 a.m.- 8 a.m.
Gobbler’s Knob
Phil’s 130th
Groundhog Day
Prognostication
Join us for Phil’s
Prognostication,
stage show, and fireworks
show! 7 a.m.- 2 p.m. Community Center
220 N. Jefferson St.
Annual Craft
Show n’ Sale
Groundhog souvenirs, crafts,
and much more!
8 a.m.- Noon
Barclay Square Vendors Come enjoy craft vendors,
great food, and specialty items!
8 a.m.- Noon
Barclay Square Chain Saw Carving Randy Rupert of Wizards
Workshop will carve logs into
beautiful sculptures. His work
is available for purchase.
8 a.m.- Noon
Central Fire Hall
301 E. Mahoning St.
Groundhog Souvenir
& Craft Show
Groundhog Souvenirs and
more. Many local crafts plus
kettle corn.
8 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Christian School
216 N. Jefferson St.
Groundhog Day Art
Show
Theme: Punxsutawney.
Cocoa and cookies will be
served. Come and see the
works of local artists.
Admission is free.
8 a.m.- 11 a.m.
B’s Books
122 E. Mahoning St.
Free Hot Chocolate Come and browse while you
warm up with free hot
chocolate at B’s Books!
8 a.m.- 10 a.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Kids Korner Free activities for kids ages 12
and under!
9 a.m.
Barclay Square Scavenger Hunt Do you enjoy a challenge?
Come participate in the
scavenger hunt
as a single or a group of two.
Prizes awarded to the winners
Tuesday, February 2nd 2016 Schedule of Events Continued
Time Event Description
9 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Barclay Square
Meet at Phil’s Burrow
Phantastic Phil
Walking Tour
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. Free!
9 a.m.- 11 a.m.
Community Center
220 N. Jefferson St.
Phil’s Birthday Party Do you have a Groundhog Day
birthday? Bring valid proof and
receive a small gift, cake, and
punch.
10 a.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Phil 101 Come learn everything there is
to know about Punxsutawney
Phil and groundhogs!
10 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Punxsy Area Historical
& Genealogical
Society, 400-1 W.
Mahoning St
Historical Hay Ride
Town Tour
Come enjoy a hayride town tour
with refreshments to follow! It’s
free!
10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Punxsy County Market
201 N. Hampton Ave
Oreo Stacking
Contest
No fee, 3 different age groups.
First prize in each age group.
Under 6, 7-9, & 10-12.
10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Punxsy County Market
201 N. Hampton Ave
Groundhog Cookie
Decorating
$1 a cookie.
10 a.m.- Noon
Civic Center
Barclay Square
Groundhog Day
Weddings
Stop by and watch couples
get married or renew their
vow ! All weddings were
scheduled in advance, no
walk-ins available. 10 a.m.
Community Center
220 N. Jefferson St
Groundhog Day
Movie
Free to the Public
11 a.m.
Celebration Tent
Barclay Square
Inner Circle
Autograph Signing
Session
Come meet and get the
autographs of the members of
the Inner Circle!
110 W. Mahoning St.
Souvenir Sale &
Craft Show
Local Vendors
Hats, Scarves, Shirts, & more!
Visit us at any of our
retail locations at The
DuBois Mall, The
Nittany Mall, Settlers
Ridge in Robinson
Township, The Winery at
Wilcox in Elk County,
and the Winery at
Hunters Valley.
The Punxsutawney Groundhog Club Inner Circle
Bill Deeley
President
Jeff Lundy
Vice President
Jon Johnston
Treasurer
Ron Ploucha
Co-Hander
Vice President
John Griffiths
Co-Hander
Bob Roberts
His Protector
His Protector
Butch
Philliber
Iceman
Jeff Grube
Sky Painter
AJ Dereume
Rainmaker
Dave Gigliotti
Thunder
Conductor
Jason Grusky
Big Chill
Butch
Prushnok
Coal Front
Tom Dunkel
Shingle Shaker Dan
McGinley
Moonshine
Pat Osikowicz
Punxsutawney Phil
General Deeley Funeral Home, Inc.
Nicholas Gianvito, Attorney at Law
FEMCO
Dr. Nathan Stebbins
Dunkel Roofing Co., Inc.
J.R. Resources
Smith, Nale & Co, Inc.
Acme Machine & Welding Co.
CRW Home Center
Edward Jones
Miller Brothers Furniture
Indiana First Bank
L.G. Hetager Drilling, Inc.
R.D. Brown Memorials
BK Smith Auto Body Inc.
Punxsy Hometown Pharmacy
Paul Beatty Jewelers
Howard Hanna Allemang Realty
Punxsy County Market
Ragley’s True Value
Burke & Sons, Inc.
Servpo of Clarion, Jefferson, & Forest Counties
Kengersky Insurance Agency
Platinum S&T Bank
Silver ISDA Club
First Commonwealth
Bank
Punxsy Rotary Club
Bronze Smith Hauling
Community First Bank
The Medicine Shoppe
Jacque Perry Insurance
Shields Insurance
Kendall’s Kreations
Gold Rosebud Mining Company
Punxsutawney Fraternal Order
of Eagles #1231
Proform Powdered Metals, Inc.
Thank you to all of our generous sponsors!
“The Schedule and Travel Guide was funded in part by the Great
Outdoors Visitors Bureau as a Jefferson County Hotel Tax Project.”
