ComFest is just a few weeks away (June 23-25), and volunteers are needed! The festival is and has always been operated tip to toe by volunteers from the community rather than by paid staff. Organizers volunteer their time throughout the year to plan the event; musicians and artists volunteer their talent; community leaders and activists volunteer their expertise to lead workshops; and citizens volunteer a few hours of time during the event to make it all run smoothly. 
  This is a simplified but accurate overview of how ComFest works. Volunteers are needed to set up and tear down tents and structures, pour beer, sell merchandise, assist stage managers in moving bands on and off stage, work on clean up/recycling teams, and maintain the mellow to keep everyone safe throughout the weekend. ComFest provides volunteers with a tee shirt displaying the current 2017 logo and slogan, and a token for each hour of service good for vendor food and beverages.    Volunteerism is a major part of the ComFest message and experience. Since 1972 the festival has been an ongoing experiment in democracy and consensus building, self-determination and commitment to community, and promoting progressive principles. Money made from the festival is given back in gifts and grants to the city and non-profit community organizations. ComFest truly belongs to the entire community.    Volunteers claim to have more fun at ComFest. Participation at the "work" level makes one part of the Community Festival family and often prompts people to get more involved in festival planning year round. New skill sets are gained and new friends are made. The festival runs better and lasts another year. It is a win-win for everyone!    So, sign up now for your volunteer shift at ComFest. Go to comfest.com to secure the day, time, and job you want.