Whilst most scholars agree that the American holiday of Groundhog Day originated with German settlers in Pennsylvania, there is a reference to a Scottish verse that was associated with Candlemas Day (Feb. 2nd):

If Candlemas day be bright and clear,
There'll be twa winters in the year.

Another variant went:

If Candlemas Day be bright and fair
Half the winter is to come and mair (more)
If Candlemas Day be dark and foul
Half the winter was over at Yowl (Christmas)

Traditionally Candlemas was a quarter day in Scotland when rent (and other payments) were due. Insome towns, an annual football match, or "Candlemass Ba'" was held.

Sources:

http://www.rampantscotland.com/features/festivals.htm

http://www.thebookofdays.com/months/feb/2.htm

Regards,

Todd