Say Hello to the 2020-21 First Friday Team

First Fridays wouldn’t be possible without these fine folks!

Nathan Adler

ROLE
For my part, I consider myself to be logistics focused. I make time each month for planning meetings, and to be available for the event setup, operation, and demobilization.

FAVORITE PART
My favorite part of First Friday is seeing the diverse people from our little town, both visitor and resident, come together and experience the wonder that is First Friday Havasu. Seeing people get excited over art, music, performances, and unique oddities bring me great satisfaction.

MOST EXCITED FOR
I'm most excited about the live performances from both musicians, dancers, and performers that will take center stage in our focal point, YardCity. The themes, the featured food, music, and art vendors are going to be amazing!

DOWNTOWN MUST-SEE
There are so many best-kept secrets in Downtown Havasu. Many people share that they didn't know about the public art installations and unique small businesses that partner with First Friday Havasu to offer activities and a fun place for artists to showcase their work. Specifically, the sidewalk piano, large mural art installations, and small art galleries and antique stores that line the Boulevard.

Regan Ross-Robertson

ROLE
Working with mobile food vendors, main street businesses and most recently, organizing the volunteers.

FAVORITE PART
Seeing a vibrant Main Street and the community interaction.

MOST EXCITED FOR
Helping the event grow up and down McCulloch Blvd, more live music outside & the completion of the Farm to Table Mural at The KAWS which will draw people up the street.

DOWNTOWN MUST-SEE
YardCity is still a secret to some which makes it a great discovery & a must visit is Ojala for dinner and Scoops for dessert.

Jason Helart

ROLE
Putting my talents to work in the beverage trailer.

FAVORITE PART
Living in a small town is great, especially when we can gather together and share art, food, drink, and personality with your neighbors.

MOST EXCITED FOR
I'm looking forward to getting together with the Lake Havasu community; however, that may look. We need to stay safe, stay healthy, and most of all stay invested in each other.

DOWNTOWN MUST-HAVE
Wild Coffee at the KAWS makes a sandwich called the Roots Bagel. Add turkey to it and consider yourself addicted.

Aymie Spitzer

ROLE
Strategy and Planning

FAVORITE PART
Seeing diverse groups of our community experiencing pockets of Downtown with their neighbors, friends and family.

MOST EXCITED FOR
December's musical guest! Can"knot" wait : ) Also, developing the event's potential with our awesome team.

DOWNTOWN MUST-HAVE
The Jalapeño Margarita from Jersey's is pretty nice! (Also, they have a dog-friendly patio)

Brad Ebert

ROLE
Working with other First Friday team members to collaborate and plan themes, experiences, and unique offerings. I also help with beer trailer offerings, the wine bar, Arnold Plaza music artists and day-of-setup.

FAVORITE PART
My favorite part of First Friday is seeing the community come out one Friday a month for a different experience and really having a good time.

MOST EXCITED FOR
New themes! I feel like we had some fun ones planned for the end of last season that were unfortunately out on hold.

DOWNTOWN MUST-HAVE
Wild Coffee’s new permanent residence inside The KAWS. I also like the craft beer offerings from Cigar Bar.

Jenna Ebert

ROLE
My role on the First Friday team is to help organize, plan, promote, set up, and break down each event. Bonus: I also get to pick and serve the wines at the Wine Bar in Yard City.

FAVORITE PART
My favorite part of First Friday is that middle hour of the event that feels like the whole city has come together for art, community, and a good time. It makes me feel like we are really doing something fun that people enjoy.

MOST EXCITED FOR
I am excited to see what new and fun ideas we can put together to bring to the community!

DOWNTOWN MUST-HAVE
I could probably eat my weight in Tacenny's tacos. Yum!

Crystal Herrington

ROLE
My role is to help set-up/take down events.

FAVORITE PART
My favorite parts are seeing all the creative people in one area, Nathan’s photo booth and the beer trailer.

MOST EXCITED FOR
I'm excited to see what the themes will be.

DOWNTOWN MUST-HAVE
If you haven't tried Ojala's mushroom Philly cheese, you should!

Jillian Usher

ROLE
I am the Director of Communications. I focus on artist communication, organization, scheduling, and (the most vital role) ordering the beer!

FAVORITE PART
I love seeing all of the amazing talents of our artists and business owners being showcased and seeing our community members create memories together.

MOST EXCITED FOR
I am so excited to see what fun interactive experiences our artists will bring to the party!

DOWNTOWN MUST-SEE
I just recently discovered on a morning walk this awesome and elaborate rock garden along the Pima Wash walkway. (Walk the path and find it for yourself!)