Here's a party you don't want to miss (though we're biased!) The Ticker's post-work mix and mingle will be hosted by High Five Threads at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons next Wed., Mar. 6, 5-7 p.m. Join us for networking, live music by Drew Hale, food and beverages, all inside The Mercato in Building 50. Prize giveaways include ski lift tickets to Shanty Creek/Schuss Mountain Resorts, tickets to an upcoming Traverse Symphony Orchestra concert and goodies from Mercato merchants. $5 entry. See you there!