A few weeks ago I was able to check out a new tradition in Traverse City, titled the Comedy Arts Festival. This weekend of shows, brought to us by Michael Moore (as well as half of the people in the area who decided to volunteer for it), brought out a huge crowd.

As the economy continues to struggle, Community Ties has not lost sight of the importance of offering jobs and internships to high school students and young adults in their local communities. In fact, Community Ties is so dedicated to helping form connections between professionals and young adults that we have sponsored a contest to do just that.

This winter, two winning students and two businesses have been selected as the Community Ties Sponsored Internships.

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Haiti is need of help and TC West has put together of show of its own to show their support. The benefit concert will be on Saturday February 27 at 7-11; live music, appetizers, a silent auction, and a guest speaker will make this a night to remember, for its fun and meaning. All proceeds go to Shabach Ministries, check out their website at: http://www.shabachinternational.com/

Saturday, February 13, 2010: Traverse City West hosts a powerlifting competition as a qualifier for the State Powerlifting meet. Most of the people at this event scare me. I may be over 200 pounds now, but I'm certainly not a lifter of these people's caliber. At the event, which began bright and early, there were six different areas for six different weight classes, and the competitors would have lifted the roof if they could have gotten a hold of it. TC West's Tim Wooer directed the event, held in the gym at West, and he was impressed with the turnout.

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    * Name
    * Address
    * Phone Number
    * Email

2. Write an objective statement - one line summarizing the specific job you are looking for and why you would be a good fit for that position.

3. Education - make sure to list all of the educational institutions you've attended and your GPA. Also make sure to list any awards you have received.

There's nothing quite like the rush that cold weather brings. What could better add to that feeling than the adrenaline-packed game of ice hockey?

As the hectic holiday’s grow closer, don’t forget that there are a few things Community Ties is doing to make your life easier!

Great gifts for the holidays! Check it out – Traverse City West High School products are now available through the Community Ties Zazzle store. All of the profits go back to TC West so pick up presents while helping your high school!

Also don't forget- the internship competition deadline has been extended to December 18, 2009. It's not too late to apply!