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Agenda Ideas for Open House

just an idea!

Present selves to designated area for the ceremony
Greetings & Special Thanks
Special Introductions
Prayer			Optional
Special Toast or Presentation
Presentation of recognition certificates, plaques, etc.
Musical selection			Vocal or instrumental
Special Prayer or Verse			Optional
Announcement of Name, Goal, and Vision
Cut Ribbon, Shovel Dirt, Break Glass, etc.
Benediction/Conclusion

Photo Session
Reception

NOTE: A variation of this agenda can be used for “note-burning ceremony

ies” and other events

Include:

	Local high school jazz assembles & choir
	Invite the mayor and other City and County Officials
	Invite dignitaries to speak
	Festive theme, colors and guest favors
	Plan two and three day events (public, private, benefactors reception, etc.)
	Coordinate memorabilia table and displays
	Organize a fundraising opportunity during the event (non-profits)
	In advance, produce a power point or video presentation for visual
	Door prizes and gifts

Activity Ideas

(choose as appropriate for event)

Fun Things	Serious Ceremonial	Business Related	Miscellaneous for All
Roast & Toast	Candle Lighting	Treasure Hunt	Presentation of Guest Favors
Paper Puzzles or Games	Scripture or Verse cards for guests to recite in unison	Door Prize Drawings	Special Toasts
Treasure Hunt	Special Music	Silent Auction	Reading of congratulations & messages of those unable to attend
Bubbles (outdoors)		Live Auction	Pass out inspirational cards to guests
Be creative with name tags—indicate relation to guest of honor	Eucharist	Choose a theme for the event and role-play relevant characters	Balloon Release (or a pair of doves)
Power Point Slide Presentation	Trumpet Solo	Receiving Line	Handshake Greetings amongst attendees

Display Ideas

Club or Business Events

Architect plans

Scrapbook

Brochures

Audio-Visual Display

Photos

OTHER AGENDA FORMATS:

	At-Home Wedding
	Baby Naming
	Family & Baby Dedication Day Ceremony
	Baptism
	Candidate's Forum
	Child Adoption Celebration
	Civil Union Ceremony / Commitment Ceremonies
	Committee Work
	Dinners and Special Awards (in worksheet package)
	Engagement Parties
	Ground Breaking Ceremony
	Open House
	Renewal of Marriage Vows
	Retirement Celebration
	Silent Auctions (in worksheet package)
	Swearing-in Ceremonies
	Shower Agenda (in worksheet package)
	Rehearsal Dinner
	General Meetings (in worksheet package)


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