A community as popular as Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania usually
has a rap for being a sort of “one hit wonder”. Not this this beautiful small
town. Home of the famous “Punxsutawney Phil”, a spectacular Ground Hog Day Celebration
each year, and (who could forget) the site for the shooting of the infamous
movie, Ground Hog Day, there is a lot to be said about this great
community and what it has to offer.
As you drive through this wonderful community, its rolling
hills and breathtaking views, you know in your gut that you are on the East Coast
of this fine United States of America. The community of Punxsutawney, PA is
littered with antique shops, quaint restaurants, and ground hog statues. Yes,
ground hog statues. In tribute to a major economic factor in the community you
will find ground hog statues all over the community. Each beautifully painted
with a different theme. They are a site to see if you are passing through the
area. Groundhog Day is obviously a staple in the community with events like;
Hogtober Fest, Phil’s Trick or Trot, Groundhog Picnic and Phil Phest, Gobbler’s Knob Wine Festival, and Groundhog Ball.
Take a walk down the Gobbler’s Knob Trail and when you are
ready for some food to refill there are many places to choose from. During my
visit I had the pleasure of dining at the Tres Amigos where I was pleasantly surprised
with the high quality, high flavor, Mexican food I devoured. The service was
TOP NOTCH and they will be a place I return to when I am in the area again. I
also refueled at the friendly Punxy Phil’s Family Restaurant and had a very
good alfredo from Mary’s Place.
You will be tired after filling up on the local fare. I
had the pleasure of staying at the Cobblestone Hotel and Suites in Punxsutawney.
The staff could not be beat. The beautiful hotel, set up on one of those “rolling hills" I was talking about earlier, offers everything you could ask for: meeting
space, free internet, beyond comfortable beds, free breakfast, and so much
more!
This community is full of activities, places to eat, and
just all around fun, whether you are an antiquer at heart, a movie buff, or
just want a great place to relax.
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