Groundhog Day History
February 2nd, also known as Groundhog Day, is a holiday celebrated in the United States and Canada. It is on this particular day in which people test the theory of age old folklore that if a groundhog emerges from its burrow that winter will soon end. However in the event a groundhog emerges from its burrow and retreats back into it, winter will remain for up to six more weeks.
Party Location
Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania is home to the largest celebration held in honor of Groundhog Day. This celebration is held outdoors and during it a groundhog is awakened from its slumber and is used to test the age old folklore. If it remains outside of its burrow the people often celebrate the changing of the seasons from winter to summer.
Groundhog Day Party Supplies
Since Groundhog Day is centered on a special little groundhog, it is not uncommon for stores to carry little groundhog figurines and decorated cakes.
Party Foods
Generally Groundhog Day is often cool due to the fact that it occurs during a winter month. This is why restaurants and party hosts often serve dishes like chili and even stews.
Groundhog Day Crafts
Schools often allow their students to create fun book marks with groundhogs on it. Another fun craft would create coloring pages with a groundhog coming out of its burrow.
Party Games
Games like hide and go seek are popular for this particular occasion. Children and adults alike enjoy this game because it is fun for all ages.
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Some great entertainment ideas for Groundhog Day include watching television to see if the groundhog seen its shadow and watching the movie Groundhogs Day.
Outfit Ideas
Since February falls in the winter then it seems only logical that one would dress in appropriate attire. This means warm clothing, jackets, and even wool hats to keep one’s head warm. Slacks and warm jeans are also commonly worn on groundhogs day.
Groundhog day Theme Combining
Groundhog Day isn’t the only holiday which falls in February. Often time’s people combine their Valentine’s Day celebration with their Groundhog Day celebration. For these combined events decorations such as a groundhog holding a heart would commonly be seen.
Party Invites
Groundhog day party invitations often come in various colors as well as shapes, however they all have one thing in common, they all have either a groundhog on them, or are cut in the shape of a groundhog. That is what makes these particular party invites memorable.
Groundhog Day Party Music
Songs such as “Hazy Shades of Winter” by Simon and Garfunkel and even Steve Miller’s “Winter day” are excellent songs for any Groundhogs day party.
Party Balloons
Balloons in the shape of snowflakes and groundhogs are commonly found around this time of year. There are also balloons in the shape of hearts found this time of year as well which combine both Groundhog Day and Valentine’s Day. If you are planning on having a Groundhog Day party this year, take a good look at our party supplies as we have many to choose from and some of the most unique items. Decorate this day with flowers, ornaments and confetti. Print some of our word searches and puzzles to have activities available for all the guests. Treat them with some party favors like gift baskets or imprinted Groundhog Day Thank you cards.
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