By Judith Shadzi
The 4th of July was a pivotal holiday in 2021. People finally felt comfortable getting together with their local community for picnics and parades. Cosmic Solar & Roofing has been participating in parades for nine years. We have been in Vista’s Christmas parade and the yearly Valley Center ‘Western Days’ 4th of July Parade.
Cosmic enjoys parades so much we purchased our own 24 foot trailer, and Bahram built a little house on it to hold the solar panels. Every year we have a different theme and Tara insists everyone must be in costume. Over the years we have had Sun, Jungle, Ocean, Super Heroes, Flower Children, and Kentucky Derby themes. Many trophies have been won and this year, seven year old Ivy, who has been on the float since the year she was born, received a trophy for Best Float in the Valley Center 4th of July Parade.
One of Cosmic Solar’s customers said, “When I saw you in the parade and no one was throwing eggs at you, I figured you must be a good company.”
For the Shadzis’, the parade is a family project. Tara Shadzi Harrison designs the float and rewrites and sings songs about solar. This year she sang, “Sweet Home Valley Center, Cosmic Solar is here for you.” Tara’s husband Chad Harrison follows them and takes pictures. Judith, VP, orders all the materials and has it ready to be assembled the day before. Pey Shadzi, Operations Mgr., along with President Bahram, drives the van pulling the float. Pey’s wife Alison, and their children Ivy, Olive, and Oakley ride the float and wave at the spectators. Mary Burdick, Office Manager, and assistant Sherry Bailie have been dancing and waving for many years on the Cosmic Solar & Roofing float.
The Shadzi family is looking forward to the 2021 Christmas Parade in Vista. Everyone loves a parade.
Cosmic Solar and Roofing was awarded one of the top 100 rooftop solar companies in the nation for the seventh year in a row. In 2018 they were selected as one of Vista’s Hero businesses. They are very active with the Vista Chamber of Commerce, and the local community.
Whether it be roofing, solar systems, or service Cosmic Solar & Roofing is there and ready to help. Check out all the fun and educational videos on their Facebook page, and call 760-749-1111 or go to www.cosmicsolar.com to get all your questions answered about solar technology.
