Vermont has a quiet reputation, but not when it comes to growth and development, and www.CeremonialSupplies.com has glowing groundbreaking shovels for special Vermont projects. Whether it's the University of Vermont, headquartered out of Shelburne, breaking ground on a new center, retailer giant Target, completing its 50 state presence with it's new store in South Burlington, or Norwich University's groundbreaking of the historical bicentennial stairs, Vermont's developmental growth is based on quality rather than quantity. We salute this approach because it fits right in with our philosophy of providing the highest quality groundbreaking shovels, hard hats, shovel stands, and groundbreaking kits, at prices that are reasonable and affordable. The small state of Vermont has an interesting history, and along with shiny groundbreaking shovels poised for photo opportunities, these facts add sophistication when included in a ceremonial speech, or a groundbreaking dedication. The last three years have seen a significant number of groundbreaking ceremonies take place in Vermont, and we are all about unforgettable groundbreakings, so we thought a little background in the rich history of our 14th State could be an inspirational way to get a good sod-cutting ceremony started.
Cérémonies d'inauguration dans le vieux Vermont
You guessed it; it's French, just like Vermont's early history, of which the first account of Europeans points to Jacques Cartier, an early explorer of the St. Lawrence River in 1535, followed by Samuel de Champlain, who claimed Vermont as part of New France in 1609. It was from the greenery of its mountains, in French "montagne verve" that Vermont got its name. Before Europeans, the native Abenaki tribe had lived in Vermont for ten thousand years! Caught in the middle of the French and Indian War (which was actually the French fighting the British in North American territory), the land of Vermont was disputed for stake by New Hampshire and New York, with the latter eventually asserting it's rule over the area. Taking advantage of the colonies war for independence from England, Vermont declared it's own independence in 1777 from New York, and the British and became The Vermont Republic. It remained that way until 1791 when it became the first state to enter the Union after the original 13 states. A groundbreaking ceremony in Vermont is a testament to the spirit of peaceful innovation that permeates its lands.
Of all its cities, Burlington, on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain, south of the Canadian border and South Burlington, are the largest in population and center of activity, despite Montpelier being the capital. The area is poised for growth and of course, this means groundbreakings and grand openings - we love that! But interestingly, where this state shows the most new growth in construction is on its beautiful mountainous area resorts, catering to exclusive clientele. Twin Farms in Barnard, Vermont is about 80 miles southeast of Burlington, nestled in 300 acres of forested land, The Lodge at Spruce Peak, at the base of Stowe Mountain, offering jaw-dropping views of the glistening lakes and towering peaks, and Topnotch Resort, another Stowe high-end resort that boasts a cozy vibe, are seeing a higher influx of peace seekers that find the area suitable for tranquility and connecting with rugged nature. We can't help but daydream about a groundbreaking ceremony in these parts, and this is how www.CeremonialSupplies.com would do it!
It would be a bed and breakfast ski resort in Stowe, breaking ground on September 26. Invitations would be sent out in July to all our family and friends, Stowe residents, and include the Town Manager, the Executive Assistant, the Chief of Police, and even governor Phil Scott! We'd take an ad on the Burlington Free Press, the Stowe Reporter, the Lakes Region Free Press, and The Rutland Herald (just because they're the oldest - founded in 1794!) and we might even go the extra step and invite Canadian friends with an ad in the Montreal Gazette, and le Journal de Québec just for good measure. Next is ordering our groundbreaking supplies on time from www.CeremonialSupplies.com, of course! Not only the best place on the web for quality crafted groundbreaking shovels, colorful shovels, hard hats, shovel stands, and groundbreaking kits, but also the most attentive and knowledgeable customer service and efficient shipping in the industry.
The logo of our resort, called 'Champlain's Dream' is green and gold, and we want that to show prominently on the 6 groundbreaking shovels and the hard hats so that the name is clearly seen on the photos that will appear on the newspapers, (additional promotion for our establishment), and for the photo that will be placed in the museum room next to the main entrance of our resort. www.CeremonialSupplies.com offers customization options to accommodate your budget, and has several styles of groundbreaking shovel to choose from, all of them stainless steel, which means no rusting, no stains, and will keep very well in their display cases that will be given to each participant so they can proudly show them off! There's the Standard Chromed Stainless Steel Groundbreaking Shovel, with all wood handle, the Deluxe Ceremonial Groundbreaking Chrome Head, with a wood and metal handle, the Groundbreaking VIP Mirror Chrome Ceremonial Shovel, also with a wood and steel handle - these handles are called D-style because they look like a letter D, but for a more traditional style of ceremonial groundbreaking shovel there's the Stainless Steel Long Handle Groundbreaking Shovel, and for a look of total high class and luxury, there's the VIP Ceremonial Groundbreaking Mirror Gold shovel which is quite a sight to behold! For the purpose of our sod-cutting ceremony, we want to shout to the world how exclusively luxurious our dream cottage resort in the heart of the mountains will be, and we'll choose 3 groundbreaking gold shovels, and customize our green logo on the blade. Our boss' kids are going to take part in the event also, and for them, we're going to order 3 colorful groundbreaking green mini-shovels. These are 26" tall, with a blade width of 6" across. The size of the regular shovels is 42" with a blade width of 9.5". The groundbreaking kids shovels will be printed with a gold version of our logo, on the green shovel blade. Green hard hats, shovel stands, and big green bows to dress the shovels when they're on the display stand. The shovel stands are meant to hold the sod-cutting shovels when they're not in use, before and after the ceremony. CeremonialSupplies.com also offers the VIP Ceremonial Groundbreaking kit which includes a Deluxe the sod-cutting shovel, the hard hat, and the display stand, or the Groundbreaking Essentials Ceremonial kit that includes the same items and the Standard groundbreaking shovel model.
We would hold the groundbreaking ceremony outdoors, right on the spot where construction will begin, and we would set up a large party tent over the spot. The sod-cutting spot will be designated with a wood frame surrounding it, and next to it will be our groundbreaking shovels, fully dressed, and on display. We find that even with the most elaborate and colorful table dressing items, a white, large tent can be rather boring. To liven things up, we will use 6, 8" wide ribbons of gold and green, flowing from the center of the tent ceiling, out toward the walls. This touch will bring the room decor together. Smaller width ribbons, 4" - 6" will be customized with our logo and our groundbreaking ceremony date of September 26, and we will use these as table runner decorations, and keepsakes of the event for all our guests.
Plaques For VIPs and Guest Speakers At A Groundbreaking Ceremony
We will assign one person to obtain confirmation of all local officials who will be in attendance, and let them know we expect them to speak at the event. The speaking order will be arranged from the most local official, to the highest attending member - in this case, governor Phil Scott. At the end of the ceremony, we will recognize all who spoke and participated by thanking them and presenting them with a commemorative plaque. The order of acknowledgement is different from the speaking order and the highest raking official guest, governor Scott, will be thanked first. There are many different styles of commemorative plaques and www.CeremonialSupplies.com has a large selection of the most original and unique plaques for groundbreaking occasions. There's the cherry wood Key to the City award plaque, which is stylish and classic and always right; the groundbreaking shovel plaque which is specific to the occasion, as well as many other plaques and awards to choose from in the style of trophies, ceremonial keys, and medals.
Groundbreaking ceremonies are special because they make dreams like ours, a reality. The culmination of an idea that is materialized. Shop www.CeremonialSupplies.com when you have to organize a groundbreaking ceremony in Vermont, or anywhere else for that matter. You will find our customer service attentive and knowledgeable, our selection outstanding, our prices budget friendly, and our shipment efficient and flawless no matter where you are, from Newport, St. Albans, Burlington, Stowe, St. Johnsbury and Montpelier to Barre, Rutland, Springfield, Bennington and Whitingham - we get your groundbreaking shovels and supplies to you on time for an unforgettable ceremony. Click here for a shipping quote.