The long awaited Michaels Arts & Crafts Store has just opened its doors in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. There were over two-hundred craft lovers eagerly waiting for the doors to open to the 16,000 square foot crafting wonderland on the morning of the grand opening. The crowd of shopper's were a lively bunch and had a good time chatting and sharing crafting ideas while waiting for the doors to open.
As a real estate professional, I talk to many people throughout the week so I 
know how important it was for many crafters and scrap-bookers to get a store with such a large variety of materials.
For scrapbook lovers, there is a scrapbook group, "Scrappin 9 to 9", that meets each month at the St. Michaels United Methodist Church. There are around 50 ladies that currently meet. Meetings are not scheduled regularly. So, anyone interested can call the church for more information. The next meeting, however, will be May 16.
The new Michaels Arts & Crafts Store can be found in the Shops at Lake Havasu Regional Lifestyle Center. Store hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.
This is a great addition to the community. One that so many residents were very happy to welcome in.
Realtor® Cheryl Westwood ~ Lake Havasu City, Arizona Real Estate
There are many entrepreneurs across the nation looking for the perfect place to start or relocate their business. Therefore, I am taking advantage of my blog to tell everyone about the great business opportunities in the tourist industry in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
Lake Havasu City has seen a record number of visitors this year. This number has actually shattered 
previous record numbers by a long shot. There has been a 45% increase in visitors this year from the highest record set back in 2007.
The Lake Havasu City Convention and Visitors Bureau Visitor Information Center reported there to be 10,273 visitors in January and 12,953 tourists coming through their door in March of this year. This is very positive news considering the current condition of the economy. It looks like things are beginning to pick back up.
Visitors are coming from all around the world and all walks of life. They come to the Visitors Center looking for information about the city's lodging and dining options, along with information about attractions, events, activities, recreation, shopping and miscellaneous things to see and do.
This could be the perfect opportunity for anyone looking to start a new business or relocate their existing business, especially if it caters to tourism. With thousands and thousands of people in a localized area, a business can surely prosper here.
Realtor® Cheryl Westwood - Lake Havasu City Real Estate
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Lake Havasu City has always got something going on to keep residents and visitors entertained. And this spring is better than ever at the lake. So, I thought I would take the opportunity to blog about all the events that will be going on.
Kicking off the spring season fun -
· Community Easter Egg Hunt - April 4th (9am - 11am) at SARA Park, Lake Havasu City. Grab your baskets and join the fun with Jellybean and Buddy Bunny for photos and tons of play. There will be inflatable toys for all children 12 years and under. All activities are free.
· XDL Sport Bike Freestyle Championship Season Opener - April 4th, join the premier national stunt riding circuit with over 100 different competitors as they show their stuff for the $50,000 grand prize.
· U.S. Angler's Choice Fishing Tournament - April 4th, join in on the fishing fun. Call (800) 360-7112 to sign up for the event.
· Havasu 95 Speedway Race - April 11th, bring the family out for an Easter Egg hunt with the Easter Bunny while also viewing late model championship vintage sports cars, ASA street stocks, factory stocks and much more. The track can be found at SARA Park on Hwy 95 South. Gates open at 4pm, racing starts at 6pm.
· 29th Annual New Horizon's Pro-AM Bass Tournament - April 17th, come out for a great dinner at the Aquatic Center. On April 18th, join us at daylight for a fun day of fishing. The two day event is $225 per team entry. For more information, call Sam at (928) 846-1052.
· 26th Annual Laughlin River Run - April 22nd, join the Harley Davidson riders for a 45 mile ride to have a good time and show your ride. Ride starts in Laughlin, Nevada, and ends in Lake Havasu City.
· 11th Annual Desert Storm Charity Poker Run - April 23rd will be a huge event for the city. All the big boat toys will be coming to town. Boats will be on display Thursday evening on Main Street. Friday is the Charity Poker run to raise money for Soldier Angels/ Troops Now and Tomorrow (which came to $13,000 last year). Boats will race on Saturday and Sunday. Over 200 boats have registered.
· Havasu 95 Speedway Race - April 25th, SARA Park will come alive with the sound of the ASA speed trucks, modifieds, ASA street stocks, bandolero championship and factory stocks.
With so much going on in Lake Havasu City, no one should be sitting at home with nothing to do. The community is alive, so get out and enjoy it.
Realtor® Cheryl Westwood - Lake Havasu City Real Estate
Good times abound for families and music lovers in Lake Havasu City this weekend. From now until Sunday (March 5-8), take the family down to the area between Big 5 and Quality Inn to enjoy the Lake Havasu Carnival. Kids of all ages get to enjoy the carnival rides, food and drinks throughout the event. The carnival is open from 3-10pm on Thursday, 3-11pm on Friday, 11am-11pm on Saturday and 12-10pm on Sunday.
Also happening in Havasu this weekend is the Lake Havasu City Bluegrass on the Beach festival taking place from Friday, March 6, to Sunday, March 8. Throughout the three day festival, you will get to enjoy great bluegrass music by artists from all over the country. In addition to the fabulous music, arts and crafts will be on display, food and drinks are available and band workshops will be held. If you like, camping is available so you don't have to miss a beat of the festivities. Tickets are only $15 for Friday or Sunday, $20 for Saturday or get a 3-day pass with camping rights for $68. For more information on the Bluegrass festival, please contact Larry Baker at 209-785-4693 or visit their website.
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Residents of and visitors to Lake Havasu City have been enjoying Mardi Gras week, which began on Monday, February 23rd and continues through Sunday, March 1st. Havasu Mardi Gras is a carnival celebration that is completely FREE to the public. Festivities to be enjoyed during Mardi Gras week include:
Main Street Carnival Parade - Fat Tuesday, February 24
Boat Parade Under the Bridge - Saturday, February 28
Fireman Chili Cook-Off - Thursday, February 26
Mardis Gras Food Court - Every day
Vender Alley - Every day
London Bridge Beer Garden - Every day
For those adventurous types, Saturday brings an Off-Road Poker Run hosted by the Tri-State Wheelers and sponsored by R&R Products. Sign-up begins at 8am in Craggy Wash and the event begins at 10am. Poker hands are just $5 each and a BBQ will follow the event at camp. Tons of great prizes are available, including R&R products.
Also on Saturday, for only $15/ticket, there will be a Crawfish and Food Festival held in the London Bridge Channel. For more information on the crawfish fundraiser, please call (928) 505-8378. Hope to see you all there!
Cheryl Westwood, Keller Williams Arizona Living Realty
Cheryl Westwood wants to show you the Jewel of the Desert that is Lake Havasu real estate, including senior and retirement properties, golf communities and equestrian properties.
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Committed to and passionate about her profession, Cheryl is sincere in her desire to help others find the dream that living and working in Lake Havasu City has brought to her family. A resident since 1974, Cheryl came here from Ohio with her husband and two young sons. After visiting four years earlier, Cheryl and her family fell in love with the mountains, the lake, and the lack of snow.
"When new people arrive, I am fortunate to be a part of their hope of Lake Havasu City as an opportunity. I love this small corner of the world. I have raised those two sons and now focus on grandchildren (Im NaNa to them) and my love of assisting people in buying and selling a piece of that small corner of the world."
In Real Estate since 1989, Cheryl's desire is to form lasting bonds of trust and friendship with the people she helps and to see them find some of life's blessings from the desires and wishes of their heart. Time spent with her husband in the building industry has given Cheryl first hand knowledge of the market. She has an innate gift for helping people find the right home. For her sellers, her enthusiasm and skills get their homes marketed and sold quickly.
Part of Cheryl's commitment to keeping in tune with the Real Estate market is her desire for continuing education. She has achieved accreditation as a Graduate of the Realtor Institute, e-Pro Internet Professional, Seniors Specialist, Certified Property Manager, and taken many courses in Commerical Real Estate. She is currently working on two other real estate designations.
In service to her fellow Realtors, Cheryl has served on the Lake Havasu Association of Realtors board of directors for eight years, is Past President of the Lake Havasu Association of Realtors and Vice President of the new WARDEX Regional Data Exchange in which she help create.
Cheryl says, "I do Love where I live and am anxious to have others find the same passion for this city. I look forward to helping all of you who want to realize the desire of owning Real Estate in Lake Havasu City".
What Cheryl Can Do for You
Cheryl is has obtained the certifications of Realtor, GRI (Graduate REALTOR Institute), e-PRO and SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist). This enables her to help first-time buyers, seniors looking for a retirement property and those people looking to utilize the internet to find or sell their golf course home, equestrian property, vacation homes or any other property in the Lake Havasu City, Kingman, Valle Vista and Bullhead City communities as well as other cities in the Mohave County area of Arizona.
"We have been acquainted with Cheryl for 5 years. She sold our home and found us a new home within a very short time. Cheryl knows her clients to the extent that every desire that you might have in a new home will be met. She is such a professional lady and knows Lake Havasu City, as she has lived here for many, many years. We have recommended her to many friends that have visited us and fallen in love with Lake Havasu City. They have been delighted with the service she gives. One little note; she will also "power shop" if you prefer. We looked at many homes in a very short period of time. We loved the convenience of having Cheryl do all of the hard work and letting us thoroughly enjoy looking for our dream home. You could not find a more reputable realtor®."
~Jack and Pat Donner, Lake Havasu City
"My association with Cheryl Westwood has been an unforgettable and most treasured experience. Cheryl worked untiringly with me to find what I was looking for in Real Estate. She has become a great friend because of her wholeheartedness, sincerity, caring effort and concern to me and my needs both professionally and personally. She is a sincere and wonderful person to know and to have in your life."
- Sincerely,
Audrey Clayton
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