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A course as unique as the community surrounding it. Put your vacation on course with a relaxing round or two at the beautiful and unique Excelsior Springs Golf Course. This championship 6,603 yard, par 72 course opened in 1915, designed by renowned golf course architect, Tom Bendelow. Bendelow also designed Medinah Country Club, home of the 1949, 1975, and 1990 U.S. Opens as well as Olympia Fields Country Club, where they hosted the 1928 and 2003 U.S. Open and two previous PGA Championships. Located in the rolling hills of Excelsior Springs, this 18‑hole course is open for daily fee play. Tee times are required Monday through Sunday by calling (816) 630‑3731.

We specialize in small corporate/group outings of 80 players or less, but can handle as many as 144 golfers with our current cart fleet of 72. Indulge yourself with Excelsior Springs Golf Course’s unique pace of play, both during the week and on weekends. Excelsior’s unmatched aesthetic beauty will give you the most memorable and enjoyable round of golf. Our Zoysia fairways, Zoysia and bluegrass tees, small tricky greens and rolling hills are just a few of the reasons your visit will be a most enjoyable day on the links.

1201 East Golf Hill Drive | Excelsior Springs, Missouri 64024 | (816) 630-3731 | www.ExcelsiorGolf.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS Destinations and Itineraries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11 Dining Out and About. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15 Arts & Entertainment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-22 Parks and Recreation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-26 Calendar of Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-31 Area Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33 Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-35 Places to Meet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 History of Excelsior Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39-40 Newcomer’s Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-52 Famous People of Excelsior Springs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Church Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54-55 Chamber Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-62

P.O. Box 632 • 461 South Thompson Ave. Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 816-630-6161 Terry Smelcer, Excecutive Director

PUBLISHER Excelsior Publishing Company 417 Thompson Ave. Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 816-637-6155, ext. 29 | 816-637-8411 (fax) brian@leaderpress.com Brian Rice, Publisher Writers: Liz Johnson, Eric Copeland and Brian Rice Photographers: Kevin Morgan, Liz Johnson, Ellen Schoettger, Brian Rice, Eric Copeland, Jae Juarez, Keith Winge & Marty Williams Layout & Design: Liz Johnson & Brian Rice Ad Composition: Sheila Woods, Stephanie Conyers, Skyla Sullivan & Liz Johnson The official Excelsior Springs Visitor & Newcomer’s Guide is published annually by Excelsior Publishing Company for Excelsior Springs Area Chamber of Commerce. All information contained herein is as accurate and up-to-date as is reasonably possible at the time of publication. All information is subject to change without notice. We regret any inconvenience due to changes in information, errors or omissions. For advertising questions or comments, please contact Excelsior Publishing Company, Brian Rice – Publisher, at 816.637.6155 or brian@leaderpress.com

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Welcome

Bottom Excelsior Springs Photos by Liz Johnson, Brian Rice, Kevin Morgan | Elms Photo by Liz Johnson, Excelsior Springs Standard

Tucked into the hilly region just outside Kansas City, Excelsior Springs’ history began almost by chance. For years, the springs that eventually gave the community its name were known for their unusual odors and colors – and people steered clear of them. But as the story goes, a man whose daughter was afflicted with a skin disease turned to those waters as a last resort, and the girl was cured. Others say that the medicinal powers of the springs were discovered even earlier than that by a Native American. But while the origins are in question, what’s undisputed is that by 1880, the fledgling town was attracting hundreds of people to the Fishing River Valley. And the rest, as they say, is history. First called Viginti after the Italian word for “20,” the number of known springs at the time, the community was soon re-christened Excelsior Springs. For the first several decades of its existence, the city was the very definition of a boomtown, with bathhouses and medical clinics on nearly every corner and dozens of hotels, inns, boarding houses and other lodging popping up to accommodate the constant stream of visitors. Decades later, the town that water built is still going strong. The past lives on through such landmarks as the Hall of Waters, the Elms Hotel and Spa, the old Clay County State Bank building (now the home of the Excelsior Springs Museum & Archives) and numerous other buildings with historic charm. Even the casual visitor can’t miss the gems that bring tourists back time and time again. Golfers relish swinging their clubs at the Excelsior Springs Golf Course, designed in the 1910s by worldfamous golf course architect Tom Bendelow. The older part of town is dotted with green, as well – the beautiful park system was designed by famous landscape architect George Kessler. But, Excelsior Springs doesn’t rely solely on the past. In addition to new residential and commercial development on the west side of town, the downtown area is undergoing a revival that has brought in numerous small businesses to breathe life into the community’s heart. Come and explore Excelsior Springs. We have a rich history, one-of-a-kind shopping, delicious dining, fun and exciting activities and the friendliest people you’re likely to find anywhere.

n behalf of the citizens of Excelsior Springs, it is a pleasure to invite you to a most unique and special place. You can soak, dance, golf, enjoy the work of local artists, shop and walk – there is much to enjoy in the historic city of Excelsior Springs, Missouri. The community boasts four shopping districts, three on the west side and one in historic downtown, each offering an interesting and eclectic mix of shopping, history, eating establishments and cultural opportunities. Historically, Excelsior Springs meant excellence in tourism and health. Visitors flocked to Excelsior Springs’ health spas, Terry Sme lc clinics, hotels, restaurants Chamber D er, ir ector and entertainment establishments. Promoted nationally and worldwide, Excelsior Springs became a premier destination for health and relaxation. The Elms Hotel was reputed to be a favorite haunt of the infamous Al Capone. Former president Harry Truman also enjoyed the Elms and its European-style spa. Truman stayed at the Elms on the night of his victory over Thomas Dewey in the 1948 presidential election. Although the mineral water industry declined in the 60’s, the mineral water history is still a vital part of our community. Spa lovers can find several opportunities to relax and unwind throughout town and much of the historic fabric of the original town can been seen in the revitalized downtown shopping district. The Chamber office, located at 461 South Thompson Ave., is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Friday. The Hall of Waters Visitor Center is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.

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PROVIDING RELIABLE, AFFORDABLE POWER FOR 75 YEARS Platte-Clay began operations in 1938, and today is one of the most progressive rural electric cooperatives in Missouri. Platte-Clay is associated with Touchstone Energy, a national alliance of local, member-owned electric cooperatives serving primarily rural customers (members) in 46 states. The rural electric cooperatives now represent the largest electric utility network in the U.S., serving some 75 percent of the U.S. land mass, over 2.4 million miles of power lines delivering electricity to more than 30 million members each day.

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HALL OF WATERS

201 E. BROADWAY | MON.-SAT. 10-5 | SUN. 11-4 www.VisitESprings.com | 816.637.2811

reated by the National Industrial Recovery Act as part of the New Deal during Franklin D. Roosevelt’s time in office, the Public Works Administration, created in June of 1933, awarded a $1 million grant for a project that would gather the various mineral waters in Excelsior Springs together in one location. The grant was used to purchase the mineral water rights, pipe the waters to a new bottling facility and construct the building. Included in the structure was a mineral water pool and hydrotherapy baths as well as its innovative water bar known as “the world’s longest water bar.” Four miles of pipe were used to bring 10 mineral waters to the central unit, which included: White Sulphur, Salt Sulphur, SulphoSaline, Park Lithia, Excelsior Saline, Jones Soda, Lithia No. 1, the Keystone Lithia, Siloam and Regent. On May 27, 1936, the first cornerstone was lowered into place and the event was broadcast by CBS to 62 stations across the country. Using native stone and a unique Art Deco style accentuated by North American carvings, the Hall of Waters became world-renowned for its architecture, healing mineral waters and services offered for many years.

Photos by Liz Johnson, Excelsior Springs Standard

The result was the beautiful, Art Deco-styled Hall of Waters.

Today, the building houses most of the city offices and a visitor center operated by the Downtown Excelsior Partnership. The water bar area also features a self-guided tour through the history of Excelsior Springs. In June 1993, the building was placed on the National Register of History Places. Excelsior Springs Visitor & Newcomer’s Guide 2013 | 7

AN HISTORICAL ARCHIVE EXCELSIOR SPRINGS MUSEUM & ARCHIVES

101 E. BROADWAY | 816.630.0101 TUES.-SAT. 11-4 | www.exsmo.com/museum

he Excelsior Springs Museum & Archives, located in the 100 block of E. Broadway, houses the largest collection of Excelsior Springs artifacts and art anywhere around.

In recent years, the museum has supplemented its extensive collection of local memorabilia by hosting a series of traveling exhibits that expand upon and delve more deeply into the fabric of American life. But the contents of the museum are only half of the attraction. The museum itself is an invaluable treasure. Designed in 1905 by noted Kansas City architect Louis Curtiss, the Clay County State Bank building was finished in 1906 at a cost of $25,000. Unique features include an arched ceiling that showcases hundreds of individual light bulbs nestled in decorative fixtures. At either end of this chamber, reproductions of two paintings by Jean-Francois Millet – “The Gleaners” and “The Angelus” – are considered to be invaluable today. In 1932, W.T. Kemper Sr. and his sons purchased controlling interests in the bank. It remained a bank building until 1968, at which point the Kemper family sold it for $1 to the city of Excelsior Springs for use as a museum. In 2002, a restoration project began to revert some of the building’s features back to their original designs, especially the elaborate interior decorations that were distinctive of Curtiss’ style. Photos by Liz Johnson, Excelsior Springs Standard

The museum is manned by volunteers who are knowledgeable about local history and helpful to assist visitors in their quest for all things Excelsior Springs.

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WATKINS WOOLEN MILL STATE PARK

Photos by Ellen Schoettger, The Artisan

BRINGING THE 1800s TO LIFE

estled in the rolling hills of northwest Missouri is the last fully equipped 19th century woolen mill in the U.S.

Camping, fishing, swimming and picnicking areas that include a shelter house, are wrapped around the 1860 woolen mill and gristmill, the Watkins 1850 Classic Revival house, Visitor Center and Museum and heirloom gardens. All this, plus additional outbuildings, make up the historic site once known as the Bethany Farm, owned by the Watkins family. Waltus and his wife, Mary Ann, along with their children, built the farm into a successful agricultural and industrial complex. They raised livestock, harvested grain and other crops, had extensive orchards and a dairy. In the 1850s, the family added brick kilns, sawmills, a gristmill, the woolen factory and its supported structures, a

26600 Park Road North, Lawson | 816.580.3387 Call or visit Web site for hours | www.watkinsmill.org

school and a church. The mill has been designated as a National Historic Landmark and a National Mechanical Engineering Landmark. Want to know what it was really like back in the late 1800s? The Living History Farm Program, offered on selected weekends in the spring and fall, brings the 1870s back to life with costumed interpreters demonstrating agricultural and industrial activities. Visitors are encouraged to participate in an interactive living history farm program. Try rail splitting using 1800s hand tools, making toys, washing clothes by hand and discovering old gardening techniques and more. Nature lovers can enjoy one of the park’s’ hiking, equestrian, bicycling and interpretive trails, as well as 100 wooded campsites.

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JESSE JAMES FARM & MUSEUM

THE OUTLAW JESSE JAMES 21216 Jesse James Farm Rd., Kearney | 816.736.8500 | Call or visit Web site for hours: www.jessejames.org

ne of the most widely visited historic sites in Clay County is the Jesse James Farm and Museum in Kearney. Just a 15 minute drive from Excelsior Springs into the beautiful pastoral countryside, it isn’t hard to imagine why Robert and Zerelda James fell in love with the area when they visited here in 1842. Robert bought the old cabin with its lush acreage and settled down with his wife and then infant child, Frank. The man who would be immortalized for his outlaw exploits and notorious death at the hands of a gang member in 1882, Jesse Woodson James was born in the little cabin on Sept. 5, 1847. While Frank James led the way into the bushwhacking lifestyle during the Civil War, it would be his brother Jesse, who became the enigmatic figure of whom historians have written and men have attempted to emulate.

Handsome with piercing blue eyes, Jesse was full of personality and fun-loving. At the Jesse James Farm and Museum, visitors can view an informative video that describes the life Missouri pioneers lived in the mid-1800s, before, during and after the war. In addition, the museum houses a number of family artifacts and treasures belonging to the James family, along with a staff wellversed on the James family history as well as those whom have attempted to debunk the myth. Along with offering daily tours of the museum and cabin, a number of fun activities and events are held throughout the year. The Friends of the James Farm hosts several Black Powder Shoots during the year, as well as their annual reunion held in June each year. There a visitor can hobnob with a few James family descendants and learn more about this family who figured so prominently in Missouri history.

BELOW: From left: Barbara Jackson, who portrayed southern sympathizer Lou McCoy during a visit to the Frank James Museum in Missouri City; Monte Griffey – great-grandson of Jesse and Frank’s half-sister, Fannie Quantrill Samuel; Tony Meyers who portrayed Frank James – from Clay County Archives; Betty Barr – great-granddaughter of Jesse James through his daughter, Mary; Jay Jackson – owner of the museum; and Scott Cole, a direct descendant of Zerelda Cole James Samuel’s brother, Jesse Cole. At right: Men and women compete at the Old West Revolver Shoot held several times each year at the farm. (Photos by Liz Johnson, Excelsior Springs Standard)

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REST ♦ REJUVENATE ♦ RELAX omantic getaways, weddings, leisurely stays and family vacations are what make life grand, creating lasting memories to cherish for a lifetime.

The Elms Hotel & Spa has provided just that in Excelsior Springs for 125 years. For those who just want to pamper the senses, The Spa at the Elms, one of the largest in the Midwest, with over 25,000 square feet, features signature baths and scrubs, healing body treatments, facial care, wet and dry saunas, massage, reflexology, a grotto for complete relaxation, soaking tubs with mineral waters, a European lap pool, hot tub, salon, retail store and more. “Home of the Stress-Free Event,” the staff of the Elms will help with all the details of your special event. With over 10,000 square feet of meeting space, from traditional board and ballrooms to their unique gazebo or carriage house, combined with the latest in technology, the hotel’s staff will assure every detail is delivered to your satisfaction. The dining experience at the Elms is something to marvel at, and offers its distinctive restaurant and bar – Eighty-Eight at the Elms (named so in honor of the year The Elms first opened – 1888) with delicious gourmet food, sure to satisfy any palate. Dishes include local produce and herbs, some of which are grown right on The Elms property. The bar is flanked by two beautiful murals celebrating historic

figures from The Elms history. When walking into the lobby, the fragrant aroma of fresh coffee and pastries just might entice you to visit The Café at the Elms. Gourmet coffee made from Kansas City’s Roasterie beans, tea and freshly made pastries are just a few of The Café’s menu items. The Elms also hosts many events throughout the year as well as some of the city’s annual activities. Wine afficiondos from around the Midwest gather every June for the Missouri Wine Festival held on the beautiful grounds of The Elms. The hotel and spa is also a favorite spot for wedding parties to gather. In 2012, The Elms went through a multi-million dollar renovation to its current 100-year-old building, enhancing its facilities and services. Rooms are comfy and inviting, the food delicious and the amenities a salute to the gracious service and hospitality The Elms has always been known for. In 2013, The Elms Hotel is celebrating 125 years of existance in Excelsior Springs with a number of activities. The first hotel opened the summer of 1888 and was at once touted as “the most elegant, luxurious hotel in the west.” Just 30 minutes from Kansas City, The Elms invites you to soak up the history of the hotel, indulge in therapeutic spa treatments, have a romantic weekend, revitalize your business team or have the wedding of your dreams.

THE ELMS HOTEL & SPA

401 Regent Avenue | 816.630.5500 | www.elmshotelandspa.com

Photos by Liz Johnson, Excelsior Springs Standard

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Dinner TheaTre anD evenTs CenTer 101 Spring Street • Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 (816) 630.3333 • www.paradiseplayhouse.org

Upscale Casual Dining We hope you will stop by and enjoy dinner, drinks and friendly service in a unique and historical atmosphere.

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• special occasions • birthdays FULL • anniversaries • bridal showers BAR • promotions • graduations • rehearsal dinners • baby showers 117 W. Broadway Historic Downtown Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 Mon.-Sat. Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:30pm Mention the Visitors Guide and receive a free appetizer with the purchase of 2 entrees and 2 beverages. We accept all major credit cards, cash & debit cards.

816.630.8600

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WIFI

A Slice of Paradise Pizza • Artisan salads, soup, sandwiches, appetizers, pizza and pasta, drinks. Offers vegan & vegetarian.Catering. Sun.Mon. 11-8; Tue.-Sat. 11-9. Bar: Sun. 3-mid.; Mon.-Sat. 5 p.m.1:30 a.m. 2320 Vintage Court 816.630.2400 www.sliceofparadisepizza.com

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar • American classic meals such as salads, chicken, sandwiches, ribs, shrimp, burgers, steaks, appetizers, Mexican, desserts. Mon.-Wed., Thurs. 10:30-11; Sun. 10:30-10; Fri. & Sat. 10:30-Mid. 2301 Vintage Court 816.637.2498 www.applebees.com

DINING

Photo by Brian Rice, Excelsior Springs Standard

From Italian and Mexican, award-winning BBQ, steaks and specialty foods, to locally-made wines, our montage of restaurants will present something for everyone. Most are locally owned and serve up delicious food with the ambience that is distinctly Excelsior Springs’ own.

LEGEND BLD – Breakfast, Lunch and/or Dinner – Take-out – Entertainment

– Alcohol – WiFi

Arby’s • Roast beef, chicken, sandwiches, sides, salads, dessert, kids menu. Drivethrough open 7 days at 9. Lobby: Sun.-Wed. 10-11; Thurs.-Sat. 10-mid. 2303 Vintage Court 816.637.2914 www.arbys.com Atlas Saloon • Live entertainment. Tues.Thurs. 2-mid.; Fri.-Sat. 2-1:30 a.m. 100 West Broadway 816.630.9229 Broadway Bar & Grill • Lunch, dinner, coffee, drinks. Smoke-free bar & grill with 2 pool tables, 2 dart boards and more. Tue.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-1:30 a.m. 259 E. Broadway 816.637.2384

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Burger King • Burgers, sandwiches, desserts, beverages. Kids menu, value meals. Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 6 a.m.-1 a.m. 202 S. McCleary 816.637.3880 Cedar’s Coffeehouse • Gourmet coffees, lattes, espresso, tea, smoothies, ice cream, frappes, sandwiches, soups, salads, baked goods. WiFi. Entertainment. Tue.-Thurs. 8-6; Fri.-Sat. 8-8. 311 S. Thompson 816.900.1017 www.cedarscoffeehouse.com Centerfield Pub • Live entertainment. Sports bar. Mon.- Sat. 3 p.m.-1 a.m. 115 Crown Hill Road #8 816.637.2288 Dari-B Drive-In • Ice cream – soft & hard serve, shakes, malts, sundaes, cones, fresh-squeezed drinks, Dari-B Sangria. March 1-Oct. 31; 11:30-10. Seasonal. 901 Isley Blvd. 816.637.0454

Daylight Donuts • Biscuits & gravy, donuts, sandwiches. Mon.-Fri. 4 a.m.2 p.m.; Sat. 5 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sun. 5 a.m.-noon. 500 St. Louis Ave. 816.630.4800 www.daylightdonuts.com El Maguey Mexican Restaurant • Authentic Mexican fare, vegetarian meals, soups, appetizers, children’s menu. Fri.Sat. 11-10; Sun.-Thurs. 11-9. 119 Crown Hill Road 816.637.2832

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MILL INN RESTAURANT Daily Specials ~ Breakfast Anytime ~ Carry Out SUNDAY BUFFET 11AM TO 2PM

415 St. Louis Ave.• Excelsior Springs, Missouri

816.637.8008

Hours : Mon. thru Sat. 5:00 am-7:30 pm • Sun. 6:00 am-2:00 pm

DINING Eighty-Eight at The Elms • American Midwest fare with seasonal and locally procured ingredients; Elms-baked breads & tarts, pasta and more. Local coffee, beer and wine. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. daily; Sun.-Thurs. 5-9 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 5-10 p.m. 401 Regent Street 816.630.5500 www.elmshotelandspa.com Golden Leaf Chinese • Chinese food. Take-out. Alcohol. Open 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. 119 Crown Hill Plaza 816.637.2832

119 CROWN HILL RD • EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MISSOURI • (816) 637-2832

Dari-B Drive-In Soft & Hard Serve | Shakes or Malts | Cones Dari-B Delite Sundaes | Dari-B Sangria Fresh Squeezed Drinks and more OPEN 11:30 A.M. TO 10 P.M. (SEASONAL) March 1 through Oct. 31

901 ISLEY BLVD. • EXCELSIOR SPRINGS

816.637.0454

Family Tradition Since 1954 Come to the Dari-B where you get more than a fair shake! Voted best ice cream shop in Northwest Missouri by ...

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• Full line of liquor • Specialty Craft beers, Imported & domestic • Fine wines • Cigar Room • Walk-in Humidor

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Golf Course Restaurant • Seasonal. Catering available year round. 1201 Golf Hill Drive 816.630.3731 www.excelsiorgolf.com Good Times Restaurant and Lounge • Steakhouse, hamburgers, nightly specials, appetizers. Sports bar. Week days 11 a.m.10 p.m.; weekends 11 a.m.1:30 a.m. (kitchen closes at 11 p.m.). Outdoor volleyball, big screen, darts. 1903 W. Jesse James Road 816.630.1227

Hunan • Chinese cuisine. Kids menu. Delivery, take-out. Lunch specials. Mon.-Thurs. 11-9:30; Fri. & Sat. 11-10; Sun. 11-9. 1101 N. Jesse James Road 816.630.5588

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KFC/TACO Bell • Chicken, salads, sandwiches, snacks, sweets and sides. Kids meals. Mexican fare. 1744 W. Jesse James Road 816.637.7564 Little Caesars Pizza • Assorted pizzas, custom pizza, breads, wings, dips. Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Carry-out only. 1759 W. Jesse James Road 816.637.9011 www.littlecaesars.com McDonald’s • Hamburgers, chicken, fish, McCafé, dollar menu, kids meals, salads, sides, desserts, shakes, extra value meals. 2221 Happy Lane 816.792.1124 www.mcdonalds.com Mill Inn • Daily specials, breakfast anytime, carry-out. Sunday buffet 11-2; Mon.-Sat. 5 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Sun. 6 a.m.-2 p.m.; 415 St. Louis Ave. 816.637.8008 Outpost Grille, Inc. • Burgers, steaks, sandwiches. Mon.-Wed. 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thurs. 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri. 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat. 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun. 7 a.m.-8 p.m. 102 Crown Hill Road 816.637.2282

Peking Chinese • Chinese cuisine. Delivery, take-out, buffet. Open from 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. 1727 W. Jesse James Road 816.637.8888

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DINING Pizza Hut • Buffet Mon.-Fri. 11:30-1:30; Sun.-Thurs. 11-10; Fri. & Sat. 11-mid. Dine-in, delivery, carryout. 1103 Rose Ave. 816.630.6026 www.pizzahut.com

Ray’s Lunch and Diner • Biscuits & gravy, Belgian waffles, assorted breakfast items, lunch specials. Known for their burgers. Mon.-Sat. 6 a.m.-2 p.m. 231 East Broadway 816.637.3432

Sonic • Breakfast, burgers, kids meals, value deals, ice cream, sandwiches, coffee. 1730 W. Jesse James Road 816.532.9190 www.sonicdrivein.com Subway • Sandwiches, salads, breakfast, kids meals, $5 footlong sub, sides. Catering. Open 7 a.m.-10 p.m. 123 Crown Hill Plaza 816.630.0959 2203 Patsy Lane 816.630.3023 www.subway.com Van Till Farms and Winery • Winery and gourmet food. Heated patio with wood-fired oven. Weddings, business events and receptions. Pizza Fri. 5-8 & Sat. Noon-8 p.m.; Open Tue.-Thurs. 11-5; Fri.-Sat. 11-8. 13986 Highway C 816.776.2720 www.vantillfarms.com

Ventana Gourmet Grill • Appetizers, soup & salad, classic & specialty sandwiches, seafood, steak & pasta, dessert & drinks. Fri. & Sat. live music 6 to 8:30 p.m. Full bar, coffee bar, free WIFI, private affair rental. Open Mon.-Thurs. 11-8:30; Fri. & Sat. 11-9:30. 117 West Broadway 816.630.8600 www.tasteofmissouri.com/ ventana

Wabash BBQ • Smoked meats and award-winning ribs & chicken, starters, entrees, salads, sides, sandwiches. Kids menu. Full service bar. Catering. BBQ sauce and rub for sale. Seasonal entertainment in Blues Garden. Sun.-Thurs. 11-9; Fri. & Sat. 11-10. 646 S. Kansas City Ave. 816.630.7700 www.wabashbbq.com

PIZZA & BAR

Original & Single Topping Pizzas • Appetizers Salads • Sandwiches • homemade seasonal soups LUNCH SPECIAL

FLATBREAD pizza or soup (when available) with salad and a drink only $ 99

11:00am-2:30pm, Mon-Fri only

Find us online! • www.sliceofparadisepizza.com Dine-In or Carry-Out • 2320 Vintage Ct., Excelsior Springs • 630-2400

Hunan’s Quality CHinese Dining dine in

• carry out • delivery

1101 N Jesse James Rd. Excelsior Springs

Excelsior Springs: 630-5588 * Cameron: 632-5585

Mon-Thurs, 11:00-9:30 * Fri-Sat,11:00-10:00 * Sun, 11:00-9:00

Waffle House • Classic & specialty breakfast items, steaks, burgers, soups/ chili, lighter fare, dollar & kids menu, premium coffee. Open 24 hours, 7 days a week. 2305 Vintage Court 816.637.2281 www.wafflehouse.com Willow Spring Mercantile • Specialty sandwiches, salads and soup, sides, dessert. Wine tasting. Live music. Local wines, specialty foods, coffee & tea, locally made gifts and decor. Private Events. Open Tue.-Fri. 10-6; Sat. 10-5, Sun. 12-5. 249 E. Broadway 816.630.7467 www.shopthemercantile.com

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Adapted from the Pulitzer Prize winning novel about World War II, the stirring music of Rodgers and Hammerstein tells the tale of two parallel love stories that are threatened by the dangers of war and prejudice. JUNE 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 2013

Your favorite country western music brought to you by the Old Time Radio country stars and the Sunday Morning Gospel Hour. ESCT’s own Prairie Home Companion. A MUSICAL REVUE FEBRUARY 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24, 28 MARCH 1,2, 2013

Based on the Ronald Dahl book and with the famous characters from the movies, a deliciously fun adventure with Willy Wonka. OUR TRADITIONAL FAMILY SHOW APRIL 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 20-13

Little ghosts and goblins will enjoy our 3rd Annual Halloween Show. Filled with music and comedic skits...it’s more fun than scary. Children are encouraged to wear their costumes and each child will receive a free treat bag at the end of the show. OCTOBER 25, 26, 27, 2013

Inspired by the playwright’s youth experience as a staff writer on Sid Caesar’s Your Show of Shows with all the attendant comic drama as the harried writing staff frantically scrambles to top each other with gags while competing for the attention of star madman “Max Prince” AUGUST 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, 31, 2013

Now celebrating is 50th anniversary, Broadway’s greatest farce is light, fast-paced, witty, irreverent and one of the funniest musicals ever written. Forum takes comedy back to its roots, combining situations from time tested 2000 year old comedies of Roman playwright. Plautus with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville. NOVEMBER 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 DECEMBER 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 2013

ne of Excelsior Springs brightest spots is its thriving arts and entertainment community. With art galleries, an artists’ co-op, photography studios and a wide variety of shops with a decidedly artistic flair now thriving in the historic downtown district, the arts community has become so active that the Second Friday Art Crawls, organized by the Downtown Excelsior Partnership (DEP), attract art enthusiasts from around the metro. The Art Crawls aren’t just about art however, they also feature a number of talented musicians of assorted genres in different venues at each Art Crawl.

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Local artists also offer frequent art classes where those interested in learning the craft can pick up a brush or pallet knife and cultivate their own talents. In addition to the artistic activities in Excelsior Springs, we have two thriving live theaters: The E.S.C.T. Slightly Off Broadway Players and Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre and Event Center, which offer theatrical entertainment for young and old throughout the year. For those who enjoy creating their own art, look no further than Excelsior Springs. The city is ripe with possibilities to fill any artistic canvas. From the lush, rolling hills and countryside, to the historic downtown buildings – Excelsior Springs is an open canvas just waiting for a talented individual or group to photograph, paint or sculpt – immortalizing what we have known for years –the ageless beauty that is Excelsior Springs.

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We work hard every day to provide affordable, nutritious pasta products to families, schools, and restaurants across the country. We are proud to bring families together with traditional favorites such as spaghetti and meatballs and macaroni and cheese, providing healthy, wholesome an affordable meals the whole family can enjoy. In addition to a wide range of traditional pasta, AIPS produced a variety of “better for you” pasta, including multi-grain, whole grain, and Omega 3-enriched pasta products. Try some

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good glass of wine should be honored, savored and appreciated. A deep, abiding respect for those who work the vineyards is just as important. Whether you’re a seasoned wine drinker or are still trying to figure out the difference between chardonnay and champagne, the Excelsior Springs Wine Fest offers an opportunity to get to know types of wines, wine-making methods and the labels that have made Missouri famous in the American wine market. The festival, now a 2-day celebration, is scheduled for Friday, June 21 from 5 to 10 p.m., and Saturday, June 22, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Elms Hotel and Spa, 401 Regent Ave., is a celebration of art, food and Missouri wine. The festival is sponsored by the Downtown Excelsior Partnership (DEP) with cooperation from the Missouri Wine & Grape Board, The Elms Hotel & Spa and others. The Missouri Wine & Grape Board are

always on hand to conduct wine testing, which wine enthusiasts will find informative. There are currently over 100 wineries in Missouri with five wine trails. Guests who attend the Board’s wine sampling generally receive a brochure on Missouri’s wineries and wine varietals, plus a Winery Passport and Tasting Journal, a brochure of the current Governor’s Cup Award Winners and a sampling of at least four wines. An assortment of local bands keep festival goers entertained throughout the day, along with delicious food demonstrations, that always include a sample of the dish prepared using a local or regional wine. The festival also features craft and art vendors that add to the air of refinement and class. Tickets are affordably priced, with discounts for advance purchases, and include a number of samples and the option to buy additional wine by the glass, bottle or case.

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xcelsior Springs’ annual Chocolate Tour is a favorite among chocolate lovers around the region. Sponsored by the Downtown Excelsior Partnership (DEP), this event attracts young and old in search of delectable chocolate treats as well as a chance to shop in a number of local specialty shops. Set for Saturday, Feb. 2, this year over 15 participating shops will feature a myriad of chocolate pleasures for sampling. From chocolate martinis and fondue to chocolate candy – visitors young and old will enjoy the Chocolate Tour. For more information, visit: www.VisitESprings.com

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very year during the last weekend in April, the Excelsior Springs Cultural Guild hosts Gatsby Days in honor of Excelsior Springs’ Golden Era. The theme is based on the F. Scott Fitzgerald classic novel “The Great Gatsby,” which took place during the 1920s. A variety of events are featured throughout the weekend that explore culture and history in and around the 1920s, through music, art, dance, fashion, theater and educational programs. In addition to Gatsby Days, the Cultural Guild has some other events they’ll be pulling off this year. The goal for each of their events is to raise money to help

provide scholarships for youth pursuing an education in the arts. They will kick off 2013 with a Mardi Gras Mask-erade fundraiser on Feb. 23, from 7 to 9 p.m., at The Hall of Waters, followed by a St. Patrick’s Day dinner featuring live entertainment on March 17, at Ventana Cafe beginning at 6 p.m. The Excelsior Springs Cultural Guild is always looking for community volunteers to lend a helping hand with their community outreach efforts. To become involved or to learn more about the Excelsior Springs Cultural Guild and their exciting events, visit the Web site at www.esculturalguild.com or call 816-630-6801.

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uring the hottest part of the year, Excelsior Springs stays nice and cool as it embraces its water-based heritage. Designed to celebrate the past, present and future, Waterfest is one of the biggest gatherings of the year. It draws over 60 vendors, a wide variety of activities and entertainment and thousands of attendees for a weekend full of fun. Held the last weekend in June, Waterfest kicks off in style with a special flag-raising ceremony on Friday evening and then opens to the public. Booths with all sorts of attractions and merchandise, from fine art to fundraisers, food, services and crafts are located in the historic downtown district. Dunk tanks and other activities echo the water theme of the weekend. Local and regional musicians play throughout the festival in just about every genre. The festivities include a Little Mr. and Miss Waterfest Pageant, a grand parade, dog races, kids’ games, a 5K run/walk, strongest man competition, art exhibits and a vintage car show as just a few of the activities planned. Waterfest can also be a place to hob nob with celebrities as the past two years featured a number of current and former Kansas City Chiefs as parade grand marshals. Held since the early 1980s, Waterfest is eagerly anticipated every year – it’s the chamber’s best, fun-filled weekend of the summer.

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n most Saturday nights during the summer, blues music rings out over downtown Excelsior Springs as Wabash BBQ hosts its Ice House Blues Garden concert series. Held May through September, the music begins at 7 p.m., in the outdoor venue adjacent to the former Wabash Railway Station constructed in 1927, now housing Wabash BBQ, 646 S. Kansas City Ave., in the historic Elms District. The series features some of the most popular blues/blues-rock bands in the metro area as well as the Midwest. There’s no cover charge for the concerts, but audiences are encouraged to arrive early and bring lawn chairs. For more information, call 816-630-7700.

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Dozens of competitive smoke-cooking teams turn out that weekend for Excelsior Springs’ BBQ & Fly-In on the River, and thousands of people follow the haze of smoke and party-time atmosphere for one of the most exciting and colorful events to take place in the downtown area. Friday night opens the event with the fragrance of barbecue and smoke filling the air, while those attending enjoy taking in the creativity of the team names, cookers, booths and campsites. Live music fills the air outside the Hall of Waters, giving visitors a chance to pull up a lawn chair and listen. On Saturday, the judging begins, with prize winners vying for a chance to compete at the big BBQ contest at the American Royal. Meanwhile at Excelsior Springs airport, dozens of small and vintage aircraft arrive for those who love to simply get an up close and personal look at the planes, for kids wanting a free plane ride or WWII veterans who may just get a ride in a vintage warplane.

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CHRISTMASTIME IS MAGICAL

hristmas is an exciting time in Excelsior Springs, with more than a month’s worth of events. The season kicks off with a full day of activities on the Saturday before Thanksgiving – this year, Nov. 23. This day marks the opening of the beautiful Hall of Trees, located in the water bar area of the historic Hall of Waters, where over 30 Christmas trees are uniquely decorated by community businesses and civic groups. Visitors can enjoy the Hall of Trees from the Saturday before Thanksgiving until Jan. 1. The beautiful Lane of Lights also opens on Nov. 23 this year. Sponsored by the Excelsior Springs Christmas Committee, the lane is a magical drive full of lighted displays that transform downtown’s East Valley Park into an enchanted forest. The Lane of Lights is located on 10 Highway and Lover’s Lane. It’s open weekends and holiday evenings beginning at 5 p.m. through Dec. 25. A number of additional events take place downtown the Saturday before Thanksgiving – the Lighted Christmas Parade, held after dark, it brings a number of creative, imaginative, lighted floats, cars, trucks and more together transforming the downtown into a magical, colorful kingdom. Just before the parade, visitors can enjoy the sweet voices of the combined area Elementary School’s Choirs as they serenade the crowd with a medley of the songs of the season. The parade is capped off by the Mayor’s Tree & Courtyard Lighting at the Hall of Waters. The Excelsior Springs Museum & Archives always has activities for children to enjoy as well as the long-awaited Photos with Santa. During the month-long festivities, another favorite is a progressive tour of the community’s restaurants as visitors get a Taste of Excelsior Springs. About a dozen restaurants offer samples of their most popular menu items, as the participants collect stamps on their tasting “passports.” The passports are placed in a drawing for prizes at the end of the event. A few weeks into the Christmas season, the Holiday Homes Tour has become one of the most popular events in the area. Five local families open their homes for an afternoon and evening of viewing on the first weekend in December; area businesses assist them in decorating their houses for the tour, which is one of the Christmas Committee’s biggest fundraisers. Various businesses throughout town also host their own holiday events, ranging from craft and gift making to visits by Santa Claus and everything in between. www.ESChristmas.com.

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n 2012, insight into Excelsior Springs’ ancient past came to light when members of the Missouri Archaeological Society (MAS), the Department of Natural Resourses, Missouri State Parks and the City of Excelsior Springs spearheaded a survey of several local archaeological sites, yielding artifacts indicating the ancient existence of settlers in the area thousands of years ago. Additional excavation and studying of artifacts will continue in 2013, contributing to the preservation of local heritage. Photo by Kevin Morgan, Morgansites

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very Wednesday afternoon from 4 to 7 p.m., beginning the last Wednesday in May and lasting through September, the freshest and most abundant of locally grown vegetables, breads, herbs, fruits, honey and other local items are for sale at Excelsior Springs’ Farmers Market, held on Broadway in downtown Excelsior Springs. www.VisitESprings.com ♦ 816.637.2811

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Parks & Walking Trails

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There are more than 90 acres of parkland and walking trails within the city limits of Excelsior Springs, with a wide range of features and facilities for active families and their lifestyles. From playground equipment for the kids, to large picnic shelters for gettogethers, to ball fields for sports activities, to idyllic spots to sit and enjoy the outdoors—there are parks to suit your every need.

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Century Park is the community’s newest park, located at the intersection of U.S. 69, Tiger Drive and Wornall Road. It features playground equipment, two gazebos, grills and a handicapped-accessible fishing dock.

East Valley Park is south of Isley Boulevard on Lovers Lane. There are three large pavilions with picnic tables and grills, plus a walktrail that hooks into an extensive system of downtown trails. The Highway 69 Walktrail currently stretches from Wornall Road to Excelsior Springs Hospital, with multiple benches for resting. Future plans include an extension along the south side of the King’s Addition neighborhood to another park to be built at the intersection of Lynn and Brunke roads. Isley Park Woods is to the south of East Valley Park. Situated on the hillside below Siloam Mountain, it is designated as a state natural area by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Kent and Outlook Park is located at the intersection of Kent

and Outlook streets. It features a tennis court and a basketball court. Kibler Park is an acre’s worth of green space on Dunbar Avenue near Persimmon Drive and Kibler Road. It offers handicapped-accessible play equipment, swings and a basketball court. Lincoln Park, a neighborhood park nestled between Cannon and Osage avenues, has a gazebo, grills and playground equipment. Paul Craig Park is located south of Broadway, off Penn Street. It features playground equipment. Piburn Ballfield is adjacent to Paul Craig Park and includes baseball/softball facilities, lights and restrooms. Raper Park is located near the intersection of Orrick and Seybold roads. The 16-acre park includes grassy open fields for sporting events and practices, along with playground equipment.

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he Jud Palmer Community Center, 112 S. Thompson Ave., is home to both the Excelsior Springs Parks & Recreation office and the Excelsior Springs Senior Center. In addition to the offices upstairs, there is a large meeting room available for family reunions or other gatherings; downstairs there’s more meeting space and a kitchen facility. Around midday every weekday, the downstairs area becomes a meeting place for Excelsior Springs’ senior citizens. They visit with one another, play cards and other games, listen to music, have health screenings and eat a nutritious lunch. The kitchen is also used to prepare meals to send to homebound local residents.

The Excelsior Springs Parks & Recreation Department offers a wide variety of sports and leisure activities for all ages, and is adding more options all the time. Currently, among the offerings are youth soccer, youth flag football, youth basketball, youth volleyball, youth baseball/softball, women’s volleyball, coed softball and adult basketball, plus newer additions like fitness classes, art classes, men’s softball, adult kickball, coed volleyball, Start Smart Sports and tennis lessons.

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hile out and about in downtown Excelsior Springs enjoying the fresh, country air why not take the self-guided walking tour of Excelsior Springs Mineral Water Wells and Historic Sites? Maps are located at The Elms Hotel & Spa, 401 Regent Ave., and the Visitor Center inside the Hall of Waters, 201. E. Broadway and Excelsior Springs Museum, 101 E. Broadway. Start at any of the 24 sites on the map that are a little over a mile in walking distance and step back into the days when Excelsior Springs was known as America’s Haven of Health for its mineral water’s healing abilities. The rarity of having 46 separate mineral springs bubbling out five distinct The Crystal varieties of water has givLithia Well (top) and the en Excelsior Springs the Superior Well rightful claim of having the are two of the world’s greatest group of 24 sites you will mineral waters. visit on your self-guided The springs were theraMineral Well peutically grouped as: Iron Walking Tour. Manganese, Saline Laxative, Soda Bicarbonate, Sulphur and Lithia. Mineral water resorts rarely possess more than one type of water treatment – mineral water baths. In Excelsior Springs there were four types of treatment with water of tonic, alterative and eliminative value and the mineral water baths. The Hall of Waters, built in a beautiful Art Deco style, opened in 1936, and held the greatest group of mineral waters in the world at its water bar, where patrons could partake of the healing properties in an assortment of ways. Also known as the world's longest water bar, four miles of special pipes were designed for each of the 10 waters to reach the central unit. With so much rich history here in Excelsior Springs, it is no wonder that it is still often referred to as "The Valley of Vitality."

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MINERAL WATER BOWL

ith the chill of late fall in the air, football fans gather the first Saturday in December for the annual Mineral Water Bowl, an eagerly anticipated game that began in 1948. Started by the Quarterback Club because there weren’t any state playoffs back then, the Quarterback Club wanted to see who was the best team in the state. The Mineral Water Bowl became an annual college game in 1951 and was discontinued for 17 years from 1975 to 1992. The Mineral Water Bowl is now one of two Division II bowl games affiliated with the MIAA. It and the Kanza Bowl

get the two best in-conference teams who do not make the playoffs. The bowl game is near and dear to the hearts of most Excelsior Springs natives, since the local team won the first two MWB championships. The first Mineral Water Bowl inspired a lot of festivities throughout Excelsior Springs with businesses displaying the colors of the two teams, a parade and a pre-bowl dance held at the Elms Resort & Spa ballroom. Today, there is a meet and greet for the teams, plenty of tailgating and an influx of fans from the competing teams towns as well as die-hard Excelsior Springs football fans.

In 2000 the MWB switched to NCAA Division II competition and had become more exciting each year. In the years since the return of the MWB in 1992, the Bowl has raised over $90,000 that has been donated to athletic and academic activities for the youth of the community. The Mineral Water Bowl is now a staple of Excelsior Springs’ history and future – kept alive through 63 years of dedicated Quarterback Club members and fans. The Quarterback Club supports all kinds of activities at the high school. They take care of a few underprivileged families during holidays and offer two scholarships to outstanding high school students.

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YEAR ROUND SECOND FRIDAY ART CRAWL 5 to 8 p.m., downtown Excelsior Springs. Stroll the streets downtown for an evening of art, music, shopping and dining. Galleries, shops and restaurants open late. www.VisitESprings.com | 816.637.2811 FARMERS MARKET Wednesdays – May 29 through September, 4-7 p.m. Downtown on Broadway and Elizabeth streets. Local produce and other locally produced food items available. www.VisitESprings.com | 816.637.2811 ELMS MOVIES ON THE LAWN Fridays, 9 p.m. – May 31 through Aug. 30 Elms Hotel & Spa. Enjoy a family-friendly movie under the stars on The Elms’ back lawn, 401 Regent Street. www.ElmsHotelandSpa.com | 816.630.5500 LIVE MUSIC WEEKENDS AT WILLOW SPRING MERCANTILE Saturdays 2 to 5 p.m. & Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. Willow Spring Mercantile, 249 E. Broadway www.shopthemercantile.com | 816.630.7467 THE BLUES GARDEN Saturday nights, May through September, 7 p.m. Opening May 18, 2013, the following are planned dates as of Jan. 1, 2013: June 1, 15, 22 | July 13, 20, 27 | Aug. 10, 17, 21 | Sept. 14, 21. Dates are subject to change. Live music at Wabash BBQ, includes local and regional blues bands. No cover charge, but bring a lawn chair. 646 South Kansas City Ave. | 816.630.7700 www.wabashbbq.com

WEB SITES TO REMEMBER Excelsior Springs Chamber www.ExSpgsChamber.com | 816.630.6161 Downtown Excelsior Partnership www.VisitESprings.com | 816.637.2811 Excelsior Springs Community Theatre www.esctheatre.org | 816.637.3728 Excelsior Springs Museum www.exsmo.com/museum | 816.630.0101 Excelsior Springs Cultural Guild www.esculturalguild.com | 816.630.6801 Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre www.paradiseplayhouse.org | 816.630.3333 Excelsior Springs Christmas Committee www.ESChristmas.com

ANNUAL EVENTS JANUARY Jan. 11: Christian musicians Bearing Armor will perform at Cedar’s Coffee House, 7 p.m., 311 S. Thompson Ave. Jan. 11-13, 18-20, 24-26: Excelsior Springs Community Theatre presents, “I Hate Hamlet,” by Paul Rudnick, 114 Marietta Street. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. $10 per person reserved seating. Jan. 18-20, 25-27: Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre presents, “Saving Grace.” Ticket price includes full buffet by Golden Ox and production. 101 Spring Street. Jan. 18: Gospel singer Christi Mynatt will perform at Cedar’s Coffee House, 311 S. Thompson Ave. Jan. 25: Contemporary Christian musicians Goodbye 99 will perform at Cedar’s Coffee House, 7 p.m., 311 St. Thompson Ave. Jan. 26: Official Grand Re-opening of Blue Raddish Studios, 108 E. Broadway. Design Your Life art classes. For more information: blueraddishstudios.com

FEBRUARY Feb. 1-28: Black History Month and Valentine’s Exhibits, Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives, 101 E. Broadway. Feb. 1-3, 7-9: Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre presents, “Saving Grace.” Ticket price includes full buffet by Golden Ox and production. 101 Spring Street. Feb. 2: Chocolate Tour, 1-5 p.m., downtown Excelsior Springs. Chocolate treats from various businesses. Tickets are $10 each, only 300 available. Be sure to purchase tickets early. VisitESprings.com Feb. 15-17, 21-24, 28-March 2: Bluegrass Old Time Country at Excelsior Springs Community Theatre, 114 Marietta Street. Country western music provided by the Old Time Radio country

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stars and the Sunday Morning Gospel Hour. ESCT’s own Prairie Home Companion. Feb. 23: Mardi Gras Mask-erade, sponsored by Excelsior Springs Cultural Guild, 7 to 9 p.m., Hall of Waters, 201 E. Broadway.

MARCH March 1-31: Divided Loyalties Exhibit, Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives, 101 E. Broadway. Includes documents from the Missouri State Archives during the Civil War. March 1-2: Bluegrass Old Time Country at Excelsior Springs Community Theatre, 114 Marietta Street. Country western music provided by the Old Time Radio country stars and the Sunday Morning Gospel Hour. ESCT’s own Prairie Home Companion. March 15-17: Elms Murder Mystery Weekend, Elms Hotel and Spa, 401 Regent Street. Solve a murder in a historic hotel during a weekend of mayhem. ElmsHotelandSpa.com March 17: St. Patrick’s Day Dinner with live entertainment, sponsored by Excelsior Springs Cultural Guild, 6 p.m., at Ventana Gourmet Grill, 117 W. Broadway. March 22-24, 29-31: Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre presents, “Bathroom Humor,” by Billy Van Zandt and Jane Milmore. Ticket price includes full buffet by Golden Ox and production. 101 Spring Street. March 23-24: Shop Hop in downtown Excelsior Springs. Kid’s activities, shopping in downtown with appearances by the Easter Bunny and more. VisitESprings.com March 30: Easter Egg Hunt, 10 a.m., sponsored by Excelsior Springs Parks and Rec at the high school, 612 Tiger Dr. 816.630.1040. March 30: Easter Egg Hunt, 11 a.m., sponsored by Excelsior Springs Rotary and The Elms Hotel and Spa, 401 Regent Street. 816.630.5500

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For a complete, searchable listing of Excelsior Springs events, cultural offerings and more, visit The Excelsior Springs Chamber’s web site at ExSpgsChamber.com.

For a list of year round events, Web sites & phone numbers, turn to page 29

MARCH March 31: Easter Brunch, 10 to 2 p.m., The Elms Hotel and Spa, 401 Regent Street. Reservations suggested, 816.630.5500. Menu online: ElmsHotelandSpa.com

APRIL April 1-30: Divided Loyalties Exhibit, Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives, 101 E. Broadway. Includes documents from the Missouri State Archives during the Civil War. April 5-7, 11-13: Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre presents, “Bathroom Humor,” by Billy Van Zandt and Jane Milmore. Ticket price includes full buffet by Golden Ox and production. 101 Spring Street. April 5-7, 12-14, 19-21: Excelsior Springs Community Theatre presents, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” Based on the Ronald Dahl book with the famous characters from the movies – a deliciously fun adventure with Willy Wonka. 114 Marietta Street. April 7: Second Annual Anytime Fitness 5K Run/ Walk to Benefit The Dream Factory, 7 p.m., Tiger Stadium. Call Anytime Fitness in Excelsior Springs for more information: 816.630.6200.

May 12: Mother’s Day Brunch, Elms Hotel and Spa, 401 Regent Street. Reservations suggested, 816.630.5500. Menu online: ElmsHotelandSpa.com. May 24-26, 31-June 2: Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theater presents, “Sex Please We’re Sixty,” by Michael and Susan Parker. Ticket price includes full buffet by Golden Ox and production. 101 Spring Street.

JUNE June 1-2, 7-9, 13-15: Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre presents, “Sex Please We’re Sixty,” by Michael and Susan Parker. Ticket price includes full buffet by Golden Ox and production. 101 Spring Street. June 7-9, 13-16, 20-22: Excelsior Springs Community Theatre presents, “South Pacific.” Adapted from the Pulitzer Prize winning novel about WWII, the stirring music from Rodgers and Hammerstein tells the tale of two parallel love stories that are threatened by the dangers of war and prejudice. 114 Marietta Street. June 21-22: Excelsior Springs Wine Fest, 5-10 p.m. & 10-6 p.m., Elms Hotel & Spa, 401

Regent Street. Enjoy Missouri wines, art, food and music at the beautiful Elms Hotel. Admission is $5 with wine tastings available for an additional fee. elmshotelandspa.com 816.630.5500 June 28, 29, 30: Waterfest, a 3-day event held in downtown Excelsior Springs celebrating the city’s water history. Events include a parade, vendors, dog races, tractor pull, vintage car show, dunk tank and more. ESWaterfest.com.

JULY July 4-7: Elms Independence Day Weekend & 125th Anniversary Celebration, 401 Regent Street. Celebrate the birthday of our nation and the Elms Hotel. More information can be found at ElmsHotelandSpa.com July 12: Music Under the Stars, 7 to 9 p.m., on Broadway in downtown Excelsior Springs. Free live music during the Second Fridays Art Crawl. July 19-21, 26-28: Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre presents, “Lie, Cheat and Genuflect,” by Billy Van Zandt and Jane Milmore. Ticket price

April 13: Jefferson Davis Days at the Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives, 101 E. Broadway. April 26-28: Gatsby Days in downtown Excelsior Springs. Sponsored by Excelsior Springs Cultural Guild, this threeday event includes: a youth vaudeville review, children’s art show, street artists and entertainment, original poetry reading, Best of Missouri Hands Art Show and more.

MAY May 1-31: Divided Loyalties Exhibit, Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives, 101 E. Broadway. Includes documents from the Missouri State Archives during the Civil War.

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includes full buffet by Golden Ox and production. 101 Spring Street.

AUGUST Aug. 2-3: Girl’s Getaway Weekend in Downtown Excelsior Springs. Activities, shopping, wine and fun. VisitESprings.com Aug. 2-4, 8-10: Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre presents, “Lie, Cheat and Genuflect,” by Billy Van Zandt and Jane Milmore. Ticket price includes full buffet by Golden Ox and production. 101 Spring Street. Aug. 9: Music Under the Stars, 7 to 9 p.m., on Broadway in downtown Excelsior Springs. Free live music during the Second Fridays Art Crawl. August 16-17: Annual BBQ & Fly-In on the River, downtown Excelsior Springs and Excelsior Springs Memorial Airport. Delicious food, music, vendors, best BBQ judging. On Saturday at the airport, there will be a breakfast and lunch, with vintage and small airplanes landing throughout the day. Young Eagles rides and demonstrations throughout the day. bbqontherivercontest.com

ANNUAL EVENTS For a list of year round events, Web sites & phone numbers, turn to page 29

AUGUST Aug. 16-18, 22-25, 29-31: Excelsior Springs Community Theatre presents, “Laughter on the 23rd Floor.” Inspired by the playwright’s youth experience as a staff writer on Sid Caesar’s Your Show of Shows, with all the attendant comic drama as the harried writing staff frantically scrambles to top each other with gags, while competing for the attention of star madman, “Max Prince.”114 Marietta Street.

downtown Excelsior Springs, Noon to 4 p.m. Sample various local and regional brews or compete in the 1st Annual Chili Cook-Off. Visit ESBeerFest.com

OCTOBER Oct. 4-6, 10-12: Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre presents “The Fox on the Fairway.” Ticket price includes full buffet by Golden Ox and production. 101 Spring Street. Oct. 25-27: Excelsior Springs Community Theatre presents its Third Annual Halloween Show, 114 Marietta Street. More fun than scary, it’s filled with music and comedic skits. Children encouraged to come in costume and each child will receive a free treat bag at the end of the show. Oct. 26: Elms Halloween Ball, 401 Regent Street. Costume party and music in the haunted Elms Hotel. ElmsHotelandSpa. com Oct. 31: Trick-or-Treating Downtown, in downtown Excelsior Springs, 4 to 6 p.m. Various shops and businesses welcome young ghouls and goblins on the sidewalks with treats. For more information, call 816.637.2811.

SEPTEMBER Sept. 13: Music Under the Stars, 7 to 9 p.m., on Broadway in downtown Excelsior Springs. Free live music during the Second Fridays Art Crawl. Sept. 20-22, 27-29, Oct. 4-6, 10-12: Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre presents “The Fox on the Fairway,” by Ken Ludwig. Ticket price includes full buffet by Golden Ox and production. 101 Spring Street. Sept. 28: Excelsior Springs Beer Fest and Chili CookOff, Main and Spring streets in

Oct. 31: Elms Paranormal Investigation, 401 Regent Street. Join paranormal investigators on a ghost hunt at the haunted Elms Hotel. ElmsHotelandSpa.com

NOVEMBER Nov. 21-23: Holiday Open House in downtown Excelsior Springs. Kick off the holiday season with super sales and great customer service from locally owned and operated businesses. Shops open until 8 p.m. each night. For more, VisitESprings. com or 816.637.2811

ExSpgsChamber.com.

Find links to art classes, businesses, restaurants – virtually anything you want to know about what’s happening in and around town. Dates and times are subject to change.

Nov. 22-24, 29-Dec. 1, Dec. 5-8: Excelsior Springs Community Theatre presents, “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.” Now celebrating its 50th anniversary, Broadway’s greatest farce is light, fastpaced, witty, irreverent and one of the funniest musicals written. 114 Marietta Street. Nov. 21: Elms Grand Thanksgiving Buffet, 401 Regent Street. Reservations suggested, 816.630.5500. Menu online: ElmsHotelandSpa.com Nov. 23: Christmas in Excelsior Springs begins with a number of activities. Lane of Lights opens at East Valley Park (10 Highway and Lovers Lane), open to Christmas at 5 p.m. Hall of Trees opens in the Hall of Waters, through Jan. 1, Mon.Sat. 9-5, Sundays 11-4. Evening: Christmas Parade and Mayor’s Tree Lighting, pictures with Santa, crafts at the Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives and more, downtown Excelsior Springs. ESChristmas.com Nov. 29: Black and Gold Friday in downtown Excelsior Springs. Instead of fighting the crowds on Black Friday, shop in beautiful downtown Excelsior Springs with midwestern hospitality and friendly service. Nov. 30: Small Business Saturday, citywide Excelsior Springs. Shop locally owned businesses today to support the small businesses that are important in your life.

DECEMBER

Dec. 1-31: Downtown Holiday Passport, downtown Excelsior Springs. Get your passport to savings from any of the downtown participating businesses or at the Hall of Waters Visitor Center. VisitESprings.com Dec. 5-8: Excelsior Springs Community Theatre presents, “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.” Now celebrating its 50th anniversary, Broadway’s greatest farce is light, fast-paced, witty, irreverent and one of the funniest musicals written. 114 Marietta Street. Dec. 7: 48th Annual Mineral Water Bowl, Tiger Stadium. Noon kick-off. Tickets $10. mineralwaterbowl.net

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Dec. 7: Excelsior Springs annual, Holiday Homes Tour. Five local residents open their homes to the public for a tour of their festive, holiday decorations. Includes a guided passport to the homes and treats along the way. Dec. 7: Excelsior Springs annual, Progressive Taste of Christmas Wind your way through Excelsior Springs and enjoy delectable samplings at a number of restaurants and businesses. A great way to spend a cold, afternoon during the Christmas season. Dec. 13: Snowball Drop in downtown Excelsior Springs. Check out this new familyfriendly event! “Snowballs” are dropped with special offers and deals for parents and children. VisitESprings.com, 816.637.2811 Dec. 14: Santa’s Workshop, time TBD at the Community Center, 112 Thompson Ave., in downtown Excelsior Springs. Sponsored by Excelsior Springs Parks and Recreation. This event will feature different crafts for kids. Dec. 14: Candy Cane Hunt, 1 to 3 p.m., downtown Excelsior Springs. Bring the kids for a fun afternoon of activities that includes a candy cane hunt. VisitESprings.com, 816.637.2811 Dec. 31: Elms New Year’s Eve Celebration, 401 Regent Street. Ring in the new year at the historic Elms Hotel and Spa. ElmsHotelandSpa.com

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Accommodations in Excelsior Springs are as unique as the town. They are engineered and nurtured by business owners in establishments that will surely fit your mood and pleasure. Wherever you stay, we’re sure you will be treated with a personal, pampering touch that is the signature of Excelsior Springs, Missouri.

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The Bishop/s House B&B • Guests will enjoy a quiet getaway at The Bishop’s House, a restored 1917 home located in the historic Elms District. Breakfast room and sun room. Breakfast served between 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. Three rooms available: king, queen or twin. Rates: $70-$80 554 S. Kansas City Ave. 816.853.2042 www.bishopshousebb.com Cf Creekside Inn B&B • Creekside Inn specializes in romantic and vacation getaways. Located in Excelsior Springs’ Historic Hall of Waters District close to downtown shopping, restaurants, art galleries and the Hall of Waters. Premium mattresses, smokefree, climate-controlled. Rates: $69-$99 321 W. Broadway 816.630.6801 www.creeksideinn-bandb.com Bf

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Elms Hotel & Spa • The historic Elms Hotel & Spa has been an icon in the community for 125 years. A wonderful retreat for romantic couples, corporate meetings, spa-goers and weddings. Hotel amenities include a spa with grotto, soaking tubs, steam, sauna, hydrotherapy, massage, salon and more; a fitness center, indoor European lap pool, hot tub, outdoor pool, WIFI, restaurant, cafe, 16-acre park-like setting, volleyball, bocce ball, badmitton and fitness center. Rates: $129 and up 401 Regent Street 816.630.5500 www.elmshotelandspa.com

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Inn on Crescent Lake • The Inn is a stately 1915 Georgian Colonial mansion on 22 acres, surrounded by two crescent-shaped ponds. Amenities include: pool and hot tub, fishing, walking trails, bird watching, romantic getaway, weddings, corporate retreats, luxury rooms and suites, private bathrooms. Rates: $125-$275 1261 St. Louis Ave. 816.630.6745 www.crescentlake.com

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Lake Doniphan Conference Center • Nestled on 300 acres along the eastern edge of Excelsior Springs, Lake Doniphan offers a fine setting for retreats, conferences, reunions and seminars. The main lodge features 33 bedrooms; the two mini-lodges offer accommodations for 64 in eight rooms of eight; there are 27 rustic cabins with two to six bunk beds each; and 20 RV spots. Children’s rates available. A wide variety of indoor and outdoor recreation is also available. Rates: $49-$119 12856 Doniphan Lake Road 816.630.1523 www.lakedon.org

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Monterey Motel • Full and king size rooms available. Daily and weekly rates. Kitchenettes and one-bedroom suites with cable TV included. Rates: $38-$47 217 Veterans Memorial Dr. 816.637.3171

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A unique shopping experience under one roof! Antiques • Glassware New & Used Furniture Collectibles Home Decor • Coins Knives • Mattresses And much, much more! 1218 N. Jesse James Road • 816-630-9000

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PLACES TO MEET IN EXCELSIOR SPRINGS ELKS LODGE 421 South Titus Ave. • 816.630.2001

FLANDER HALL 107 W. Broadway • 816.309.9171 FlanderHall.com

MELLON’S BANQUET HALL 32384 Highway D, Lawson • 816.296.3525 MellonsCommunityHall.com

HALL OF WATERS VISITOR CENTER 201 East Broadway • 816.637.2811 VisitESprings.com

PARADISE PLAYHOUSE EVENT CENTER 101 Spring Street • 816.630.3333 ParadisePlayhouse.org

EVENT PARLOR 405 S. Thompson Ave. 816.213.9296 • 816.778.5669

INN ON CRESCENT LAKE 1261 St. Louis Avenue • 816.630.6745 CrescentLake.com

MONTGOMERY EVENT VENUE 425-427 S. Thompson Ave. • 816.783.3077 MontgomeryVenue.com

EXCELSIOR SPRINGS GOLF COURSE 1201 Golf Hill Drive • 816.630.3731 ExcelsiorGolf.com

LAKE DONIPHAN CONFERENCE CENTER 12856 Doniphan Lake Rd. • 816.630.1523 LakeDon.org

VFW HALL 208 Veterans Memorial Dr. 816.630.7711

ELMS HOTEL & SPA 401 Regent Street • 816.630.5500 ElmsHotelandSpa.com

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Aerial photo by Kevin Morgan, Morgansites | Other photos by Liz Johnson, Excelsior Springs Standard

Excelsior Springs Memorial Airport

xcelsior Springs Memorial Airport has been pumping up its activities over the past year and the airport has been the site of a number of fundraiser events that have brought many to the picturesque airport for fly-ins, meals and genuine fun.

The 2012 Fly-In last August was a huge success with nearly 70 airplanes flying into the airport, the sale of 550 meals and 100 kids flying on Young Eagles flights. It was a steady stream of visitors from start to finish. The day was beautiful and included U.S. Representative Sam Graves, who flew his T-6 Texan into the event, as well as the landing of the KCTV 5 News chopper. Additional events and fundraisers continued throughout the year with the first annual Chili Bowl Fly-In, with aircraft flying in from Minnesota and the east coast. In early December, the last fly-in of 2012 provided a successful pancake breakfast on a morning too foggy for more than seven planes to land – yet 70 people still showed their support by coming to the breakfast.

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FAA Identifier: 3EX • Elevation 998 feet Runway: 2,001’ x 45 asphalt (lighted dusk to dawn) Parallel: 2,200’ x 60’ turf (unlighted) Services: Aviation fueling, AP mechanic, hangar space

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13106 Rhodus Road • 816-628-2286 FAA Identifier: GPH • Elevation 777 feet Runway 5,504’ x 100’ asphalt, lighted Services: airport management, aviation fueling, aircraft parking, passenger terminal and lounge, maintenance, pilot supplies, rental cars, courtesy cars, Internet service, restrooms and showers, hangar space for sale or lease.

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FAA identifier: MCI • Elevation 1,026 ft. Runways: 9,500’ x 150’ concrete grooved, lights; 10,801’ x 150’ concrete grooved, lights; 9,500 x 150’ asphalt grooved, lights. Services: large metropolitan airport with restaurants, passenger terminals and lounge, fee-based parking, rental cars, etc.

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THE GOOD SAMARITAN CENTER 108 S. Thompson Ave. • Excelsior Springs, MO

is a service agency that gives emergency assistance and advocacy to families and individuals in Excelsior Springs and the surrounding rural areas of Clay and all of Ray Counties, who were lacking or at risk of not having, life’s basic necessities.

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a retail thrift store located within the Good Samaritan Center where the general public can buy good, used clothing and household items for a reasonable cost. Profits from the business go to support Good Samaritan Center program. • Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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STEEPED IN HISTORY

Siloam Spring and visitors, circa 1900

Photo courtesy of the City of Excelsior Springs, MO

OUR CLAIM TO FAME ... THE WATERS From Lewis and Clark in 1804 to 2013, Excelsior Springs is MAKING HISTORY

Ford is famous for having been the man who took down Jesse James on April 3, 1882, in St. Joseph, Missouri. During the 1830s, a few communities sprang up around what is now known as Excelsior Springs – Prathersville, Fredericksburg, Greenville and Claysville. The 1830s saw some unrest in the area concerning the Latter-day Saints settlers and the local pioneers. The pioneers had issues with the Mormon beliefs and the Mormons themselves had problems within their group. From 1834 to 1839, the problems between the two groups escalated, resulting in bloodshed and an “Extermination Order” issued by Missouri Governor Lilburn Boggs on Oct. 27, 1838. The great statesman and former state legislator Alexander Doniphan stepped in for the Mormon group and saved the day. Doniphan is remembered today as a hero in the state of Missouri. The 1850s brought even more unrest to the state – especially to the border area between Missouri and Kansas. A bloody civil war was brewing all over the U.S. and simmering like a cauldron of oil here. There was plenty of bloodshed between Kansas Jayhawkers and Missouri bushwhackers, which escalated once the war began. As the 1860s arrived and through to the end of the war, it was a terrible time for Missouri pioneers. Father fought against son; son against father; brother against brother. Homes were looted and burned to the ground, livestock scattered and food was scarce. Women and children were not spared from the suffering either. Bloody skirmishes were fought near the future Excelsior Springs, two of which were fought by the infamous Quantrill’s Raiders against the Second Colorado Calvary in the first battle, and in the second battle, William “Bloody” Bill Anderson led a small group of bushwhackers that is said to include a young Jesse James, to an attack on local Union soldiers. To this day there are many descendants populating the area from not only the Union side, but the guerrillas and southern sympathizers as well. Continued on page 40 Excelsior Springs Visitor & Newcomer’s Guide 2013 | 39

ewis and Clark really did sleep here! From that moment in 1804 when Meriwether Lewis and William Clark made camp at a small island somewhere near the mouth of the Fishing River, to present day, there is no end to the “history-in-the-making” that has taken place here in Excelsior Springs. Clay County was established on Jan. 2, 1822, and was a true pioneer wilderness – there weren’t any roads in 1822, land was mostly unclaimed and it seemed as if this area was a gateway to something bigger – the western plains of the United States. With land only $1.25 an acre at the time, many families left their more civilized homes and headed this way – looking for a fresh, new start. Most of the early pioneers of this area were from the southern states and were dirt poor. They dreamed of prosperity in this new, unclaimed territory and weren’t afraid of a little hard work. In 1821, a state road opened from Franklin, north of Boonville across the Missouri River and ran to Chouteau’s Landing, now present-day Kansas City. The river crossing was at Jack’s Landing in Lexington. The road continued on the north side of the river into Clay County along the steep ridges, south of what is present-day Excelsior Springs. At that time, there were only about 1,200 living in this area of Clay County, which extended about 2,000 square miles from the Missouri River all the way to the Iowa border. Indians were still living in the area north and west – it was wild, wooly and uncivilized. Nevertheless, the area began to thrive. In the summer of 1822, a two-story, 12-room tavern was opened by Louis and Nellie Seybold along the new road. The couple hoped to accommodate the many travelers now heading west. The Seybold Tavern was the first substantial structure in this area, and went through a number of owners, yet stood at that same location for 130 years until a fire consumed it in 1952. In fact, one owner of the Seybold Tavern for many years was John Harvey Ford, the uncle of Bob Ford (and his brother Charlie). Bob

Above: Travis Mellion, left, stands outside his cabin. It is believed that Mellion bathed his daughter, Opal, in Siloam Spring, resulting in her miraculous recovery from scrofula, prompting A.W. Wyman and Dr. J.V.B. Flack to have the water analyzed in St. Louis. Photo courtesy of the City of Excelsior Springs The years after the war were difficult for anyone who was a southern sympathizer and since this area of Missouri was heavily populated with those who emigrated here from the southern states, it was not easy to pick up the scattered pieces of their previous lives after the war. But if nothing else can be said about Missourians, they are a hardy lot. Life did go on and more settlers came to Missouri. It was here in Excelsior Springs, with its many wells that drew people into the lush valley of healing waters – the valley of vitality. Early on a “pizen” spring flowed into the Fishing River, turning its water a rusty color. The water was believed to be unpotable and was avoided. However in 1880, a local farmer named Travis Mellion turned to the water for his daughter who was afflicted with scrofula. Mellion bathed his daughter in the water and she was healed. Word of the healing spread and eventually, A.W. Wyman, owner of the spring, had samples of the water analyzed in St. Louis. The water was declared to have curative results. Wyman and local minister, Dr. J.V.B. Flack put their heads together and began developing the town of Viginti around the spring. By 1881, the town had 100 houses dotting the landscape. On Feb. 7, 1881, when the village officially had 250 inhabitants, it was renamed Excelsior Springs and the spring itself was renamed Siloam. Over time, more and more wells were discovered and in the end, over 46 wells and springs were located within a half mile radius of Siloam Spring. Thus began the marketing years of Excelsior Springs. Word spread around the world and for the next 80-plus years, Excelsior Springs would have thousands come to the city to partake of the healing waters in an assortment of ways from bathing to drinking. The town became recognized by its fancy pagodas denoting the location of the wells. Hotels sprang up, as did businesses, healing clinics, churches, boarding houses, restaurants, hotels and more. In 1888, the first Elms Hotel opened and shortly after, a 1,350-seat music hall. Unfortunately, the Elms would suffer through two fires, however, the landmark that currently stands near the downtown district of Excelsior Springs has welcomed thousands through its doors since it was last rebuilt in 1912. President Truman, Jack Dempsey, Al Capone and members of the New York Giants are just a few of the famous faces that are reputed to have stayed at The Elms. The hotel has recently undergone a large historical renovation and still welcomes visitors from around the world to partake of its spa and five-star facilities. In the 1930s, thanks to Roosevelt’s New Deal, a grant and loan were made available through the Public Works Administration and the city decided to build a facility that would bring a large group of the mineral waters under one roof. On May 27, 1936, the first cornerstone was laid for the Hall of Waters. Designed in the fabulous Art Deco design of the

1930s, the Hall of Waters has been a work of art for these 70-plus years since it opened. On Thursday, Oct. 7, 1937, the Hall of Waters opened its doors for the first time, offering visitors looking for vibrant health a place to go. Ten of the city’s mineral waters were dispensed at the Water Bar – a stunning Art Deco design that simply takes your breath away. It is also known as “The World’s Longest Water Bar.” The building housed a women’s hydrotherapy area and an indoor mineral water swimming pool, among other amenities. Despite some setbacks over the years, thanks to the ingenuity of its residents, the city has always pulled out its economic woes. Today, Excelsior Springs thrives once again. In the early 1920s, Lake Maurer was developed by brothers Jacob and John Maurer. The popular recreation area has had a long, rich history full of memories for those who frequently visited “spa town” to swim in the lake and enjoy the many activities. Lake Maurer still exists today and is privately owned as a retreat center by the Assembly of God Church. Sports has also played a prominent part in Excelsior Springs over the years. On Thanksgiving Day 1948, the first Mineral Water Bowl pitted the Excelsior Springs Tigers against the Mexico, Mo., team. The two teams played to a packed stadium and the Tigers won with a score of 48-18. While the Tigers played in the first three of the four high school MWB games, the competition became a small college game in 1954, attracting great teams to the city. Sponsored by the Excelsior Springs Quarterback Club, the Mineral Water Bowl remains one of Excelsior Springs’ biggest draws early in December. There are always plenty of activities planned throughout the year to keep the residents, as well as the visitors busy. There is something for everyone from the popular Second Friday Art Crawl in conjunction with Music Under the Stars, to Movies on the Lawn at The Elms, Waterfest, Gatsby Days, The Missouri Wine Festival, The Blues Garden, BBQ and Fly-In on the River, the Mineral Water Bowl and more! Excelsior Springs also offers beautifully cultivated walking trails, shopping, plenty of restaurants to choose from, several wineries, a lushly landscaped golf course and Christmas activities to keep every visitor occupied from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve. A number of historic sites such as the Hall of Waters, The Elms Hotel and Spa, the Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives, the Excelsior Springs Golf Course and Watkins Mills State Historic Site are just a few of those listed on local, county and national historic registers. And don’t forget, the Jesse James Farm and Museum is but a 20 minute drive away in the farmland area of Kearney. Excelsior Springs is still growing and making its own history. The citizens of this great community are committed to the success of the city – Nobody does it better.

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FINDING A PLACE TO CALL HOME events. There are neighborhood parks, walking trails and sports fields conveniently located. The Parks & Recreation Department operates the Community Center with activities for all ages and provides space for senior actitivites as well. Nearly 40 churches can be found in the Excelsior Springs area. Many civic and community betterment groups have made a visible impact on Excelsior Springs for residents.

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Excelsior Springs Hospital has excelled in providing a continum of care for Excelsior Springs and other rural communities, providing comprehensive medical services, an outpatient clinic, convalescent center and independent living center. The Excelsior Springs Schools have consistently been rated “AAA”, the highest classification given by the Missouri State Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

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HELPFUL NUMBERS • INFORMATION • CONTACTS HELPFUL NUMBERS

ES Animal Shelter 1298 South Marietta Street 816.630.0816 | Pages 44-45

Emergency – 911

Post Office 515 St. Louis Avenue 816.630.3251

Non-Emergency: FIRE/AMBULANCE 816.630.3000

ES Public Transportation 816.630.0754 | Pages 44-45

POLICE 816.630.2000

UTILITIES

CLAY COUNTY SHERIFF 816.407.3700

Excelsior Springs Hospital 1700 Rainbow Drive 816.630.6081 | Page 63

ES School District 300 W. Broadway 816.630.9200 | Pages 46-48 Chamber of Commerce 461 South Thompson 816.630.6161 | Page 57

Water & Sewer:

City of Excelsior Springs 816.630.0763 | Pages 44-45 www.cityofesmo.com ELECTRICITY:

AmerenUE 1.800.552.7583 | Page 57 Platte-Clay Electric Cooperative 816.628.3121 | Page 6

Mid-Continent Public Library 1460 Kearney Road 816.630.6721 | Page 48

GAS:

MGE – Missouri Gas Energy 1.800.582.1234

Excelsior Springs Standard & Town & Country Leader 417 S. Thompson Ave. 816.637.6155 | Page 37

PHONE:

AT&T 800.464.7928

Mediacom (Cable, Internet also) 800.234.2157 TRASH:

City of Excelsior Springs 816.630.0755

MISCELLANEOUS LICENSE BUREAU: 115 Crown Hill Road 816.630.6612

CLAY COUNTY SENIOR SERVICES 4444 N. Belleview, Suite 108 Gladstone, MO 64116 816.455.4800

REAL ESTATE/ APARTMENTS

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Colony Plaza 404 St. Louis Avenue 816.630.6600 | See ad below ES Housing Authority 320 W. Excelsior 816.630.7361 | See ad below

The Oaks Apartments 117 South Street 816.637.5122

Excelsior Springs Hospital (Assisted & Independent) 1700 Rainbow Blvd. 816.630.6081 | Page 63 Valley Manor Care Center 1410 Hospital Drive 816.630.1024 | Page 50

Excelsior Springs Nursing and Rehab 1003 Meadowlark Lane 816.630.3145 | Page 52 REALTORS:

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Saratoga Towers

A CITY FOCUSING ON

housing 201 E. Broadway Excelsior Springs, MO 64024

(816) 630-0750

Ambrose Buckman, Mayor David Haugland, City Manager Council Members Mayor-Pro-Tem Chad Taylor Brad Eales Brent McElwee Sonya Morgan

City Emergency Services Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Police non-emergency . . . . . . . . . . .630-2000 Fire/Ambulance non-emergency . . . .630-3000 Animal Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630-0816 City Departments City Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630-0750 City Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630-0752 Community Development . . . . . . . . .630-9594 Finance Department . . . . . . . . . . . . .630-0763 Inspections / Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630-0756 Park and Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . .630-1040 Planning and Zoning . . . . . . . . . . . . .630-9594 Public Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630-0755 Senior Citizen Center . . . . . . . . . . . .630-1040 Omni Bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .630-0754 Utilities City of Excelsior water . . . . . . . . . . . 630-0763 Ameren UE electric . . . . . . . . . . 800-552-7583 Platte-Clay rural electric . . . . . . 800-303-0752 Missouri Gas Energy . . . . . . . . 800-582-1234 Southwestern Bell telephone . . 800-464-7928 Mediacom cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .637-4500

at the

Most communities grow around the edge, as new neighborhoods expand a city’s boundaries. Excelsior Springs is no exception, usually. These days, however, this community is making a concerted effort to put housing where it’s really needed—right in its heart. As the downtown business district booms, some are exploring new and unique housing options to support that commercial growth. Right in the business district,

heart

several building owners have added apartments above their shops, and they would rival anything one might find in trendier areas like Kansas City’s River Market district. Each has a distinct character but offers something that hasn’t been available in Excelsior Springs in recent memory—high-class apartment living in the downtown area. An outside interest has also taken a role in expanding housing downtown. A few years ago, the Springfield development firm Carlson Gardner tackled the

are committed to the health

The City of Excelsior Springs and Animal Control are committed to public safety and animal welfare in the Excelsior Springs community. Our new 2,200 square foot Animal Shelter provides quality care and housing with 15 holding cages and four adoption kennels for cats, 16 holding kennels and five adoption kennels for dogs. The facility also contains two quarantine/isolation kennels. Our new animal shelter has state-of-the-art features like easy-to-clean epoxy surfaces,

wall protection and specialized equipment for grooming and medical care. While we impound approximately 1,100 animals each year, all efforts are made to adopt these animals. The separate viewing kennels for adoptable pets and a get-acquainted room right off the main lobby make choosing a new pet easy and enjoyable. For a list of adoptable pets visit Petfinder.com. Our full-time Animal Control Officers Kristina Baxter and Melissa Davis provide

city infrastructure: PreParing Growth continues across Excelsior Springs, and city leaders are taking steps with strategic planning for expansion and development. In 2013, surveying began for a new water transmission line that will improve water pressure and service in some of the older parts of the community. The line, which will boost service in the downtown, eastern and northeastern sections of the city, will be accompanied by new storage facilities to replace some of the oldest water towers in Excelsior. A new wastewater treatment plant is currently under construction and expected

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to come on line later in 2013. The $13.5 million facility will be able to handle 3.5 million gallons of wastewater every day. Tying to the new wastewater plant will be new sewer lines built to serve three neighborhoods within the city limits that have relied on septic tanks in the past. Approximately 120 houses on Excelsior’s extreme north side, extreme south side and in a central-southern area will be able to finally hook onto the city’s infrastructure. All of these efforts combine to make Excelsior Springs a place ideal for families, businesses and industries to build and grow!

GROWTH, PROSPERITY & THE FUTURE the

historic district

monumental task of rehabilitating the burned out Oaks Hotel, and turned it into an award-winning apartment building for older adults. Now, the company—currently called Gardner Capital—has purchased all of the lots along Excelsior and Foley streets, demolished the decaying houses there and preserved those worth keeping. This year their workers will be building 30 new single-family homes and rehabilitating the preserved structures into apartment space. It will be a much-needed shot in the arm for a growing downtown business district that deserves all the help it can get.

Welfare of our furry friends! the day-to-day care of the shelter’s pets. With the help of area veterinarians, Kristina and Melissa help organize fun events for pets and their owners like DogFest, held in conjunction with Waterfest in June. This year’s event included dog races, agility courses, bobbing for biscuits and other fun activities. Our new Animal Shelter is just one example of how the City of Excelsior is making Excelsior Springs a great place to live. Services provided 7 days a week.

city-Wide recycling The City of Excelsior Springs is conscientious of the environment and has a proactive curbside recycling program. Every other week, residents of Excelsior Springs set out their mixed paper, plastic and aluminum recycling in a 65-gallon container provided by the city and collected via truck. Glass and other larger recyclable material can be delivered to the city’s recycling collection center on Marietta Street any day of the week. The city’s recycling program with cooperation of its residents, keeps approximately 450 tons of trash out of landfills annually. Excelsior Springs is a community that cares!

public transportation Fixed route daily Monday-Friday (except holidays)

Beginning each hour:

9 a .m ., 10 a .m ., 11 a .m ., 1 p .m ., 2 p .m ., 3 p .m . on the following route Cost Hall of Waters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . :00 Saratoga Towers . . . . . . . . . . . :02 per ride Ruey Anna High Rise . . . . . . . :05 Colony Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . :08 ES Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . :20 Crown Hill Shopping Ctr . . . . . :29 Wal-Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . :35 Price Chopper . . . . . . . . . . . . . :40 Hall of Waters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . :55

Fixed route Tuesday & Wednesday 5:30 p .m . - 7 p .m . stopping at the following locations:

Job Corps Center • McDonalds Wal-Mart • Y Shopping Center

Regional Brush, Bulky Item, Yardwaste Drop-off Facility 1300 S. Marietta Street (Public Works Facility) Hours of Operation (April 1 through November 30): Tuesdays and Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays: 3 p.m. to dusk Items accepted are: grass clippings, leaves, limbs and brush of all sizes. NOTE: All material must be dumped from the container or bag (no plastic or yard waste “biodegradable” bags accepted).

Bulky Item Drop-off 1300 S. Marietta Street Open Saturdays, April – December 9 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. For fees and a list of items accepted, visit

www.cityofesmo.com

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Excelsior Springs Schools:

School DiStrict Together, Achieving Excellence

Learners Today. Leaders Tomorrow.

Administrative office

300 W . Broadway • 816-630-9200

Excelsior Springs High School 612 Tiger Drive • 816-630-9210

Excelsior Springs Technical High School 701 St . Louis Ave. • 816-630-5501

Excelsior Springs Area Career Center 614 Tiger Drive • 816-630-9240

Excelsior Springs Middle School 701 Crown Hill Road • 816-630-9230

Elkhorn Elementary School 34684 E . Highway 10 • 816-630-9270

Lewis Elementary School

501 Leavenworth Ave. • 816-630-9290

Westview Elementary School 500 W. Jesse James Road • 816-630-9260

Early Childhood Center 113 Line Street • 816-630-9297

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Apple Bus Company 816-630-9929

START / DISMISSAL TIMES: Elementary Schools: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri.: 8:43 a.m. to 3:42 p.m. Wed.: 8:43 a.m. to 2:42 p.m. Secondary Schools: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri.: 7:25 a.m. to 2:27 p.m. Wed.: 7:25 a.m. to 1:27 p.m.

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SCHOOL Directory

• State of the Art Facilities • Handicapped Accessible Miracle Field • Fully Accredited • New Technology • Performing Arts Center • Multi-Use Stadium • Award-winning Career Center • Focused, challenging curriculum

he rich and vibrant community of Excelsior Springs understands the importance of education and places a high value on families and the future generations of the area. In the center of this thrust for academic excellence is the Excelsior Springs School District #40. The Excelsior Springs School District’s secondary education campus boasts a high school and middle school encircled with a state-of-theart multi-use sports stadium, performing arts center and the unique “miracle field” artificial turf ball field, coordinating with organizations like the YMCA’s Challenger Program to provide a safe playing field for disabled athletes. The campus also houses an award-winning area career center reaching seven surrounding school districts and offering 11 skill-training courses including automotive tech, business tech, building trades, an EMT-basic training and Firefighter 1 and 2 courses among others. The district’s three elementary K-5 buildings and early childhood center offer a safe, secure learning environment where family involvement is valued. Weekly collaboration sessions allow teachers to meet diverse instructional needs and provide enriching educational experiences for all students. The Excelsior Springs School District is comprised of over 340 certified teachers, administrators and support staff, all dedicated and committed to best education possible for each and every child in the district. This fully accredited school district’s annual performance report score places it among the top schools in the Kansas City northland area for 2012 according to Missouri’s Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

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making quality education a community wide effort The mission of the Excelsior Springs School District, in partnership with students, parents and community, is to assure a focused and challenging curriculum that will monitor progress and provide a comprehensive system of support to prepare all students for their next level of learning. The school district, parents and students take collective responsibility for student learning and instruction through a learning environment that values and promotes lifelong learning, creativity, and research based instructional practices. As a community, Excelsior Springs has high expectations for both instruction and learning and embrace change and innovation based upon best practices. The school district is part of an exemplary community providing a safe and secure learning and working environment that promotes an atmosphere of trust and pride in our schools and community. The District embraces a mutual respect and acceptance of all individuals and the added value of diversity. Governance of the Excelsior Springs School District occurs through a close collaboration between the Board of Education, district staff, community and students. The district is a Professional Learning Community working through collaboration to develop instructional leaders and capacity at all levels to support the Mission of the District. Excelsior Springs’ students are excited, responsible learners striving for excellence with support and encouragement from home, school and community. Excelsior Springs’ students are involved with the District and community beyond the classroom through school activities and community service. Excelsior Springs’ graduates are well-prepared to the challenges and high expectations of the 21st century.

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Sports, arts, technology, alumni–support, enhance, educational experience

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The mission of the Excelsior Springs Educational Foundation is to facilitate collaborative relationships between the Excelsior Springs School District, city government, local businesses, patrons and community organizations for the purpose of creating educational opportunities and enrichment for all children of the community.” Those words aren’t just a mission statement, but a testimony to the outpouring of donations and support the Excelsior Springs School District receives from alumni, businesses, and civic organizations for the enhancement of student achievement and growth. Nationally recognized alumni like NFL football coach Gregg Williams and MLB starting pitcher Shaun Marcum continue to support their hometown schools with their time, energy and financial contributions. In 2012, the Gregg Williams Foundation reached an unprecedented $1 million milestone in donations and financial support to the district since the foundation’s creation in December 2004. Contributions from the Gregg Williams Foundation over the years have equipped the school district with items ranging from weight room equipment and scoreboards to iPads for technology enhancement. With state funding for education slipping every year, the Educational Foundation facilitates the opportunity for community members, families and alumni across the country to contribute to the needs and development of the Excelsior Springs School District, giving it the means and opportunity to continue providing a top rate learning environment in technology, athletics and the fine arts. For families looking for the best educational experience in the Kansas City northland area, the Excelsior Springs School District delivers!

MID-CONTINENT PUBLIC LIBRARY

id-Continent Public Library is everything one could want from a community library—it has plenty of books on every topic imaginable, to be sure, but patrons can also browse audiobooks, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, CDs, videotapes and even eBooks for your portable reader. Mid-Continent has been embracing the technological age for years. Not only can they access the catalogs of more than two dozen other branches to find just the item you’re looking for, but you can also visit the library from home, search the card catalog and even place a hold on an item—to be delivered right to your own branch. To nurture a love of reading, there are book clubs and other activities for all ages, plus programs throughout the month to serve a wide range of interests.

Excelsior Springs Animal Clinic Pete E. Rucker, D.V.M.

(816) 637-5612

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uccess Lasts a Lifetime with Excelsior Springs Job Corps Center

Job Corps is a free education and training program that helps young people learn a career, earn a high school diploma or GED, and find and keep a good job. For eligible youth at least 16 years of age, Job Corps provides the all-around skills needed to succeed in a career and in life.

In addition to academic training, Excelsior Springs Job Corps provides career technical training in the following vocational trades: CONSTRUCTION TRADES

- All Construction Trades are also Green Awareness Training Certified - Facilities Maintenance (operated by the Home Builder’s Institute) - Carpentry (operated by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters Union) - Painting (operated by the International Brotherhood of Painters & Allied Trades) - Cement Masonry (operated by the Cement Masons and Plasterers Union) - Welding

SERVICE TRADES - Culinary Arts - Certified Nurse’s Assistant - Pharmacy Technician - CNA, Clinical Medical Assistant, - Phlebotomy Technician - EKG Technician (under the guidance of the Missouri Department of Aging) - Medical Office Support

TCU: Advanced Training

The Transportation Communications International Union/International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers has contracted with the United States Department of Labor’s Job Corps to provide an Advanced Transportation program for our nation’s youth. Beginning with just two sites in 1971, TCU/IAM’s Manpower Training Department is now contracted to train 430 students nationwide at nine facilities. TCU/IAM is part of a multi-billion dollar industry involving railroads, mass transit and airline companies. Good employees are needed now! You can be a part of these industries and start receiving a good salary, fringe benefits, job security and a chance for advancement. PROGRAMS: •Transportation • Keyboarding • Word Processing • Office Communication Skills • Business/Consumer Math • Spreadsheet and Database Applications • Interest Application Basics • Job Search and Survival Skills. ESJCC also provides the opportunity for students to attend a local community college for up to two years. Job Corps students attend either the Penn Valley or Maple Woods campus of the Metropolitan Community Colleges of Kansas City and have the opportunity to earn an Associates Degree. Students also have the opportunity to participate in the Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps. In addition to training in Naval Science and Leadership, students participate in color guards in parades and other events. Work Based Learning provides students with the opportunity to get on the job training. If your business would be willing to host a student please contact us.

EXCELSIOR SPRINGS JOB CORPS CENTER 701 St. Louis Avenue • Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 Phone 816-629-3100 or K.C. Admissions 816-921-3366

HEALTHCARE

edical care ranks high in Excelsior Springs, evident with the number of family practitioners, as well as our own Excelsior Springs Hospital. Affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital, ESH offers complete care on one campus with a radiology/imaging center, hospital campus, independent living, residential care and convalescent center. The hospital offers a number of outpatient specialty clinics, emergency room, rehabilitation, surgery, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, home health and hospice and more.

WE OFFER: • A quiet environment in a smaller, more personal setting designed for Long Term Care • A staff that is truly caring and committed • Large private rooms available at an additional cost

Healthy active independent lifestyle cultural educational fitness wellness

A new addition to the community is Mosaic Life Care, affiliated with the Mayo Clinic, Mosaic focuses on a life plan consisting of health goals and aspirations for its patients. There are many other health-related amenities in the community including retirement communites, long-term care facilities, chiropractic care, massage and spa, holistic healing, vision, dentistry and more.

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DR. DANEN PAULY, D.C. WE OFFER: • A quiet environment with staff that understand you want to rehab quickly and return home quickly • 6 days a week therapy when indicated • All rooms are oversized private rooms • Separate entrance & location dedicated only for rehab clients that are returning home.

Conveniently located just off Hwy 69 in the Northland Area in the Excelsior Springs Medical Complex

Call us at 630-1024 or visit us at 1410 Hospital Dr., Excelsior Springs

Walk-Ins Welcome Ultrasound, E-Stim Therapy Traction Table, X-Rays Sports Physicals 463 S. Thompson Avenue • Excelsior Springs, 2 blocks north of the Elms on Hwy. 10

816.637.5000

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. by appt. - Most Insurance Plans & Medicare Accepted -

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MEDICAL • HEALTH SERVICES • HOLISTIC Family Practice T.R. Baldwin, MD

816-637-3165 1236 N. Jesse James Road

Danny Bartlett, MD

816-630-6699 2370 Vintage Court

Gregory C. Buhler, DO

816-628-1735 17600 Endicott • Kearney

Robert L. Buzard, MD

816-630-6722 1010 N. Jesse James Road

Sidney A. Cantrell, DO

816-580-4081 414 N. Penn • Lawson

Carl E. Ledbetter, DO

816-628-4409 305 Platte Clay Way • Kearney

H. Andrew Pickett, MD

816-637-8900 1236 N. Jesse James Road

Dr. Mary Fay Randolph

816-630-9877 1006 N. Jesse James Road

Excelsior Chiropractic Center Dr. Randy Decker

816-630-6211 1000 N. Jesse James Road, Suite 3

The Leatherman Clinic Dr. Danen Pauly, D.C.

Erin L. Schreier, DO

816 637-5000 463 S. Thompson *See ad page 50

Mosaic Life Care

Dentistry T. Scott Craven, DDS, Nicholas L. Houk, DDS

816-630-6722 1010 N. Jesse James Road

816-630-6699 2370 Vintage Court *See ad below

CHIROPRACTIC Bowman Family Chiropractic Dr. Devin Bowman 816-630-2225 1727 W. Jesse James Road

816-630-5713 1345 N. Jesse James Road

Nickolas Houk, D.D.S.

816-630-5713 1345 N. Jesse James Road

W. Kent Powell, DDS

816-637-6021 1911 W. Jesse James Road

HOSPICE Excelsior Springs Hospital 816-630-6081 1700 Rainbow Drive *See ad page 63

NorthCare Hospice & Palliative Care

816-691-5119 2900 Clay Edwards Drive North Kansas City

HOSPITAL Excelsior Springs Hospital 816-630-6081 1700 Rainbow Drive *See ad page 63

Ed. E. Hunter, D.D.S.

816-630-5533 2011 West Jesse James Road

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MEDICAL • HEALTH SERVICES • HOLISTIC SPA • FITNESS • PUBLIC HEALTH Mary Vassmer Administrator

Susan Cessor Social Services

Skilled Nursing Facility

EXCELSIOR SPRINGS NURSING & REHAB “Committed to Providing Quality Care in a Home-Like Environment”

Pediatrics Excelsior Springs Pediatric Clinic Rory L. Tompkins, MD

Excelsior Springs Nursing & Rehab

Northland Pediatrics Associates Grace W. Baysang, MD Leonard J. Pittala, DO

816-630-1024 1410 Hospital Drive *See ad page 50

816-637-0117 1006 N. Jesse James Road, #2

Medicaid, Medicare, Private Insurance, Hospice, HMO & Private Payment Accepted

816-421-4115 2700 Clay Edwards Drive, #500 Kansas City, MO 64116

OUR RECOVERY UNIT IS FOCUSED ON REHABILITATION WITH THE GOAL OF RETURNING HOME

PERSONAL CARE Tiffany In-Home Services

• Physical Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Speech Therapy* * Now Certified for Vital Stim geared to improve swallowing functions.

7 DAYS A WEEK ADMISSIONS VAN TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE We Invite You To Tour Our Facility 1003 Meadowlark Lane Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 816-630-3145 Experience The Difference

Tiffany In-Home Services “Quality care from people who care.” Tiffany In-Home Services Are Provided In A Caring, Professional, Confidential Manner According To The Client’s Wishes And Needs.

• Licensed Nurse Visits • Personal Care • Respite Services • Homemaker/Chores

816-637-2556 1000 N. Jesse James Rd., Ste.2 *See ad this page

PHARMACY Brown’s Prescription Drugs Good Neighbor Pharmacy

Valley Manor

RESIDENTIAL CARE Excelsior Springs Hospital 816-630-6081 1700 Rainbow Blvd. *See ad page 63

VISION Family Vision Center Doctors Foster & Gilley, Optometrists 816 630-1905 1717 West Jesse James Road *See ad this page

816-637-3188 • 630-0300 1236 N. Jesse James Road

HOLISTIC • SPAS • FITNESS

Red Cross Pharmacy

Healthy Life Choices

816-637-5555 1018 N. Jesse James Road *See ad this page

816-630-6900 253 E. Broadway * See ad page 26

PUBLIC HEALTH Clay County Public Health

The Elms Hotel & Spa

816-595-4200 800 Haines Drive Liberty, MO 64068

REHABILITATION Excelsior Springs Hospital

1000 N. Jesse James, Suite 2 • Excelsior Springs, MO 64024 816-637-2556 • 800-522-4945 • FAX: 816-637-2970 www.tiffanycare.com

816-630-3145 1003 Meadowlark Lane *See ad this page

816-630-6081 1700 Rainbow Blvd. *See ad page 63

816-630-5500 401 Regent Street * See ad back page

New Age Skin Care Spa 816-637-6500 102 E. Broadway * See ad page 23

Anytime Fitness

816-630-6200 959 N. Jesse James Road *See ad page 27

FAMILY VISION CENTER

EXCELSIOR OPTICAL

Eyeglasses • Contacts • Eye Exams Optometry Family Practice

• 24-Hour Prescription Refill • Immunizations • Drive-Thru Window • Prescription Delivery Service • Full line of Over-the-Counter Medications • Prescription Pick-up and Refill Reminders Excelsior Springs • 816-637-5555 1018 N. Jesse James Road www.redcrosspharmacy.com or Red Cross Pharmacy, Inc. is not affiliated with the American Red Cross.

Dr. Scott Foster, Optometrist Dr. Barbara Gilley, Optometrist Y Shopping Center since 1986 630-1905

1717 W Jesse James Rd., Right behind Sonic

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CLAIMS TO FAME

THE RICH & FAMOUS ANN BROWN AL CAPONE SCOTT COX

ver the years, Excelsior Springs has seen many famous people come through the community. Some were just passing through; some stayed for a while—and some are still here. Politicians: 33rd President of the United States Harry Truman was a frequent visitor at The Elms and spent election night 1948 at the hotel; Pat Danner (D) – formerly represented the Missouri’s 6th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives; Bob Nance (R), Missouri House of Representatives, 36th District. Actors: Brenda Joyce, 1917-2009, (born in Excelsior Springs) – best known as portraying Jane opposite Johnny Weissmuller’s Tarzan; Michael Douglas, Joe Don Baker, Lee Purcell, Gary Sinise and Brandon Routh, who appeared in movies made in Excelsior Springs; Lyle Waggoner, lived in Excelsior Springs as a child, best known as a regular on the Carol Burnett Show and Wonder Woman; Holmes Osborne, best known from roles in “Donnie Darko,” “That Thing You Do,” “Anchorman” and dozens of TV roles, taught English here for a time in the late 1960s and early 1970s; Scott Cox, a 1995 Excelsior Springs High School graduate who earned “Best Play of 2010” honors from Pitch Weekly for his one-man performance of “Thom Pain: Based on Nothing.” Artists: Donald Judd is considered by many to be the father of minimalist art. A 2006 auction of about three dozen of his works at Christie’s in New York City raised about $20 million for the Judd Foundation. Chris Kurtz, a 1994 ESHS graduate, is today best known for his furniture and his bent-wood sculptures. He, his family and his work were featured in a recent article in

Martha Stewart Living. Kurtz’s parents, Carl and Lynda Kurtz, are also accomplished artists and still live in Excelsior Springs. Other locally-based artists who have works displayed in various galleries include husband and wife Keith and Roberta Hammer and well-known artist/author/ instructor Cathy Johnson. Some of the Hammers’ children also tend toward the arts: Ann Brown is a successful photographer, and Molly Hammer is well known as a singer in the Kansas City area. Howard Crabtree graduated from ESHS in 1973 and headed for New York City. He wrote several Off Broadway musicals and also spent time as a dancer and costume designer. He died in 1996. Athletes: Gregg Williams, was the defensive coordinator for the New Orleans Saints (2010 Super Bowl XLIV Champions). Williams is former head coach of the Buffalo Bills and was defensive coordinator for the Tennessee Titans; Shaun Marcum was the pitcher/relief pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers; Jack Dempsey, used The Elms Hotel and Spa as a training camp; 1948 New York Giants, used The Elms as a summer training camp in 1948. Outlaws: Jesse and Frank James – were from Kearney and used the Excelsior Springs area as a hideout during their bank-robbing years. Frank James is remembered for his frequent visits to Excelsior Springs during its Mineral Water heydey –sitting down near the Fishing River and chatting with the townfolk. The brothers also rode with Quantrill’s Raiders and were involved in skirmishes in and around the Excelsior Springs area; Al Capone (gangster) reputed to have been a frequent visitor to The Elms Hotel and Spa – there is even a suite named after the infamous Capone.

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St. Ann’s Catholic Church PLACES OF WORSHIP

Serving the Excelsior Springs Catholic Community Since 1889 Monsignor William Caldwell, Pastor

Connie Davis, Pastoral Associate Chris Sanders, Adult Faith Formation

Hours of Masses

Weekdays Daily at 8:35 a.m.

Weekends 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.

Reconciliation Hours

Saturday 3:00-3:30 p.m. and 6:00-6:30 p.m. or by appointment

St. Jude’s Counsel Meetings 1st Tuesday of the Month Rosary 6:30 • Meeting 7:00 Rodney Lambrecht, Grand Knight

816-630-6659 On the Corner of Tracy and Lynn Rd. Excelsior Springs, MO 64024

ASSEMBLY OF GOD • FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD - 1800 W. 69 Hwy. Sunday School 9 a.m.; worship service at 10 a.m.; Children’s Church, 10 a.m. Sunday evening praise and worship at 6 p.m. (816) 630-2460. BAPTIST • EXCELSIOR SPRINGS BAPTIST CHURCH – 1500 Rosalea Street. Sunday Small Groups, 9:30 a.m.; Worship, 10:40 a.m. Contemporary Service 7 p.m. (816) 630-6341. • GRACE BAPTIST - 126 Vaughn Street. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10:40 a.m. (816) 637-0295. • MAIN STREET BAPTIST - 411 N. Main Street. Sunday School, 9:45 a.m.; morning worship 11 a.m. (816) 637-5464. • PISGAH BAPTIST - Hwy. 10 West of Wood Heights. Bible Study 9 a.m., morning worship 10:15 a.m., 6 p.m. evening worship. (816) 630-5121. • SILOAM SPRING BAPTIST - Temple and Benton streets. Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday worship 10:45 a.m.; Sunday Children’s Church, 10:45 a.m.; Sunday evening Bible Study 7 p.m. (816) 637-4444. • WOODLAND BAPTIST - 2 miles south of Prathersville on H Hwy. Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday worship services and children’s church 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Wednesday services and youth 7 p.m. (816)781-8348. CATHOLIC • ST. ANN CATHOLIC CHURCH - 1503 Tracy. Mass: Sat. 4:30 p.m., Sundays 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. (816) 630-6659.

CHRISTIAN • WOODS MEMORIAL - Disciples of Christ, 417 Concourse. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:45 a.m. (816) 630-2759. CHRISTIAN UNION • FLACK MEMORIAL - 1300 Tracy, the corner of Tracy and Hwy. 69. Sunday Small Groups 9:45 a.m., Worship 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday services, Wednesday 7 p.m. (816) 630-6234. CHURCH OF CHRIST •  CHURCH OF CHRIST - 505 Elms Blvd. Sunday services at 9:45 a.m. and 5 p.m.; Wednesday - 7:30 p.m. (816) 630-5959.  WEST TRACY CHURCH OF CHRIST - 1/2 mile west of Highway 69 on Tracy. Bible Class 9:30 a.m., Worship 10:30 a.m. Church of God EVERLASTING LIFE CHURCH OF GOD - 104 May St. 10 a.m. Sunday school; 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday worship services; 7 p.m. (816) 637-3068. EPISCOPAL • ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH - “The Little Stone Church Across From The Elms.” Sunday Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. (816) 630-2309. LDS • CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS - Rt. O, 1/2 mile south of Highway 10. Meeting time 10 a.m. (816) 637-8383.

Mount Calvary Lutheran Church Member of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod at the Corner of Highway 69 and Baldwin Street in Excelsior Springs

The Rev. James D. Gier, Pastor Church: 816-637-9800 • Cell: 816-769-7375 Worship time on Sundays is at 9:00 a.m. followed by Sunday School and Adult Bible Class at 10:30 a.m. Mount Calvary is a Reformation church that holds to the traditional faith, life, and worship of the one holy Christian and apostolic Church. We are a preaching, baptizing, teaching and communing church in keeping with God’s Word and Ministry in making disciples of all nations for His eternal kingdom.

Come and see, hear, believe, learn, and live!

www.mtcalvarylutheran.org

Directions from The Elms: Exit to Route 10 west (go up the hill): Make right turn at the stop sign, staying on route 10 to the Crown Hill Shopping Center Traffic light (next to traffic signal) Make a right, go one block to Route 69. Make a right at the traffic signal. Continue to 2nd traffic signal. This is the intersection of 69 and Tracy Rd. Make a left turn, drive one block to the stop sign to the corner of Tracy and Lynn. St. Ann is across the street.

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PLACES OF WORSHIP LUTHERAN • MT. CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH - (LCMS) 1215 Baldwin at Hwy. 69. 9 a.m. worship service; 10:15 a.m. - fellowship; 10:30 a.m. - Christian education; Sunday School and Bible Class. (816) 637-9800. METHODIST • FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - 1650 Rainbow Blvd. Sunday School 10:30 a.m., worship 10:00 a.m. (816) 637-2138. NAZARENE • EXCELSIOR SPRINGS NAZARENE - 1308 Tracy (off Hwy. 69). Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:45 a.m. (816) 637-8501. PENTECOSTAL • GRACE FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER - 1816 West 69 Hwy. (behind the old Walmart), Sunday service 10 a.m.; Wednesday (youth night) 7:30 p.m.; Sunday School 9:45 a.m. (816) 630-1317. • JESUS IS THE ROCK PENTECOSTAL CHURCH - 605 N. Main. (816) 630-2634. PRESBYTERIAN • BARBEE MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN - 501 Tiger Drive. Sunday School 9:30 a.m., worship service 10:45 a.m. Middle and high school youth acitivities Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. (816) 637-6258. RLDS • COMMUNITY OF CHRIST CHURCH - Milwaukee and Plummer Rd. (816) 630-7462 or (816) 223-1429. EASTERN ORTHODOX • ST. INNOCENT ORTHODOX CHURCH - 552 South Kansas City Ave., near the Elms. Sunday

Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrystostom – 9:30 a.m. (816) 630-1503. OTHER • ABUNDANT PRAISE FELLOWSHIP – 540 Kansas City Ave. Sunday services 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Tuesday Bible Study 5:45 p.m.; Tuesday Prayer 6:30 p.m.; Thursday Youth Service 7 p.m. (816) 651-6765. • CRESCENT LAKE CHRISTIAN CENTER - Nondenominational. 1250 St. Louis Ave. Sunday School 9 a.m., Sunday worship, 10 a.m. (816) 630-5804. • REAL LIFE WORSHIP CENTER- 111 Ash,. Sunday services: 10 a.m. Youth Service and Mid-week 7 p.m. (816) 630-3535. • GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE - 704 Centralia. • LIVING WORD CHURCH - 314 Concourse Ave. Sunday worship – 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. (816) 520-2065. • NEW LIFE FAMILY MINISTRIES - 1089 Italian Way (across from AIPC). Services – 10 a.m. Sunday. Pastor Mike Beaverson; (816) 637-9600. • PRATHERSVILLE BIBLE CHURCH – 3 miles SW of Excelsior on H Hwy., at 25402 County Fair Circle. Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; preaching service 11 a.m.; Sunday evening service 7 p.m.; Wednesday prayer meeting and Bible Study at 7 p.m. • WASHINGTON RESTORATION BRANCH, CHURCH of JESUS CHRIST - Church school 9:30 a.m., services 11 a.m. (816) 210-1544.

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Excelsior Springs Baptist Church

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Woodland Baptist Church

11023 H Hwy. (5 Mi W of Ex. Spgs.) 816-781-8348 or 781-8410 Russell Hyatt, Pastor Home: 816-750-4365 Sunday School: 9:30am Classes for all ages Sunday Worship & Children’s Church: 10:30am Nursery Provided for birth - 3 years Wednesday Evening 7:00pm Bible Study, Prayer Meeting, Youth & Children Meeting

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:40 a.m. Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 p.m. AWANA 7:00-8:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study Pastor – John Dearing

1500 Rosalea

(816) 630-6341

www.excelsiorspringsbaptistchurch.com

Pisgah Baptist Church

816.630.5121 e-mail: pisgahbaptist@mchsi.com 1.5 miles east of Excelsior Springs on Hwy 10

Rev. Doug Richey, Senior Pastor

sunDaYs: 9:00AM Bible Study • 10:15AM Morning Worship • 6:00PM Adult Bible Study, Student Service, Children’s Choirs weDnesDaYs: 7:00PM Adult Bible Study, Student Service, Awana Clubs

visit us online at www.pisgahbc.org

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Building a Better Future through Planning, Technology, Education and Development

hen mineral water was discovered bubbling forth from within a little valley in Clay County, Missouri, few would have guessed the changes that would occur. This single resource was the key component to the building of a city named Excelsior Springs — America’s Haven of Health. Today, the Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce is leading the way into the 21st Century for the businesses and individuals of this community by providing business and technology related educations courses and providing information resources that develops, influences and support the economic growth and development of the City of Excelsior Springs and the surrounding area. Through its committees, training programs, networking events and community outreach the Chamber’s waters run deep and provide the source for sustaining success in the Valley of Vitality for businesses and citizens.

C H A M B E R

is for Community. The Chamber partners with local, county and regional organizations to promote Excelsior Springs as a whole and recruit stronger commerce and recognition for us all. is for making things Happen. The Chamber orchestrates numerous networking events year-round to introduce local business owners to their neighbors and encourage mutual support. is for Advocacy. The Chamber represents the interests of its business members to accomplish collectively what no one business could successfully accomplish alone. is for Marketing. The Chamber never ceases to promote its members locally and regionally, making itself a vital link between businesses and prospective customers or clients. is for Business. The Chamber’s business is to be mindful of your business — from the largest industries to the smallest business — and be your partner in achieving your personal and professional goals. is for Education. From leadership training to small business workshops, the Chamber provides infor-mational and educational services to its members year-round. is for Resources. The Chamber is a virtual library of information, putting invaluable resources at your fingertips. If you have questions, chances are the Chamber has the answers.

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2013 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY A Slice of Paradise Pizza 2320 Vintage Court • ESMO 64024 816-630-2400 • donnyae@yahoo.com Aartech Homes, Inc. 1305 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-2838 • 816-564-7432 aartech@mchsi.com • aartechomes.com Abundant Praise Fellowship 540 S. Kansas City Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-507-7062 • selah7@aol.com ALDI’s Y Shopping Center • ESMO 64024 913-768-1119 Alterations and Custom Sewing 1727 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-4010 cweir@alterationsandcustomsewing.com www.alterationsandcustomsewing.com Ameren Missouri 2101 North Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-629-2838 medwards@ameren.com • www.ameren.com American Italian Pasta Company 1000 Italian Way • ESMO 64024 816-584-5000 • www.aipc.com Annie’s Furniture & Home Accents 1740 West 69 Hwy. • ESMO 64024 816-630-5300 anniesfurniture@mchsi.com www.anniesfurnitureandgifts.com Anytime Fitness 959 N. Jesse James • ESMO 64024 816-630-6200 excelsiorspringsmo@anytimefitness.com www.anytimefitness.com Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 2301 Vintage Court • 816-637-2498 Area Housing Resources Real Estate Sales & Property Management 1350 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-589-5640 • kimroach3511@gmail.com www.areahousingresources.com The Artisan Gallery 451 S. Thompson Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-398-5798 • eschoettger@yahoo.com Ashlock Signs 1219 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-0722 ashlocksigns@mchsi.com • ashlocksigns.com Bank Midwest - Main 201 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-2179 • krice@bankmw.com www.bankmw.com

Better Business Bureau of Greater Kansas City 8080 Ward Parkway, Suite 401• KCMO 64114 816-421-7800 • info@kansascity.bbb.org kansascity.bbb.org

Christ Our Redeemer Church 108 S. Thompson Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-507-2275 • lindstrom.redeemer@sbcglobal.net christourredeemerchurch.com

Billy Boy’s Travel 4499 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy. Kissimmee, FL 34746 • 800-544-7646 greatorlandodiscounts.com/orlando-hotels.htm

Choreography of Memories, LLC 113 Marietta • ESMO 64024 816-853-6302 • memories.shared@sbcglobal.net memories-shared.com

The Bishop’s House B & B 554 S. Kansas City Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-853-2042 • normajanebell@yahoo.com bishopshousebb.com

Citizens for Mike Till - For Clay County Auditor 1905 Lesa Place • ESMO 64024 816-898-8438 • michael.till@hotmail.com www.miketill.org

The Blauvelt Law Firm, LLC Local: 118 Spring St. • ESMO 64024 Main: 1600 Genessee, Ste. 818 • KCMO 64102 816-556-0818 • jb@blauveltlaw.com blauveltlaw.com

City of Excelsior Springs 201 E. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-630-0752 • sstroud@ci.excelsior-springs.mo.us www.cityofesmo.com

Blue Raddish 108 E. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-506-8129 • stacy@blueraddish.com blueraddish.com BobKorn Kettle Corn 246 E. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-900-1138 • rmeadows@bobkorn.com bobkorn.com

Clay County Commission 1 Courthouse Square • Liberty, MO 64068 816-407-3600 Clay County Public Health Center 800 Haines Drive • Liberty, MO 64068 816-595-4200 • gzaborac@clayhealth.com clayhealth.com

Bodylife Therapies 228A Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-405-7881

Clay Ray Veteran’s Association 208 Veterans Memorial Drive • ESMO 64024 816-630-7170 • clayrayvets@mchsi.com www.clayrayvets.com

Bowman Family Practice 1727 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-2225 • backdr@sbcglobal.net

Coaching for Success 816-875-6234 • jean@jeanmorehouse.com jeanmorehouse.com

Broadbent, Houts & Co. CPA 1600 Rainbow Blvd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-3894 • info@cpabhc.com www.cpabhc.com

Cole Printing & Signs 200 N. Jefferson Ste. D • Kearney, MO 64060 816-628-6200 • coleprinting@gmail.com graphicsbycps.com

Broadway Bar & Grill 259 E. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-637-2384 thenewbroadwayandpenn@yahoo.com

Tim Cole Contracting 200 N. Jefferson Ste. D • Kearney, MO 64060 816-536-3824 • timcolecontracting@gmail.com

Broadway Bargains 108 S. Thompson • ESMO 64024 816-637-7424 • gscmjb@goodsamaritancenter.com goodsamaritancenter.com Bross & Spidle Funeral Home & Cremation Services 217 W. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-630-3131 nevin@brossspidlemonuments.com www.brossspidlemonuments.com Brown’s Prescription Drugs 149 Crown Hill Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-3188 • ivrx@epsi.net

Colony Plaza Elderly Living Apartments 404 St. Louis Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-630-6600 • edean@preservationhousing.com www.poah.org Community Anesthesia Professionals, LLC 16608 NE 113th St. • Liberty, MO 64068 816-781-4580 Community Bank of Missouri P.O. Box 733 • ESMO 64024 816-637-6669 tharkins@communitybankmissouri.com communitybankmissouri.com

Brunke Supply 423 Thompson Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-630-3157

The Coyote Group 3853 SW Windsong Dr. • Lee’s Summit, MO 64082 816-806-2961 • markw@thecoyotegroup.com www.thecoyotegroup.com

Business Women of Missouri 901 St. Louis • ESMO 64024 816-630-2475 • morgansites.com/bpw

Scott Craven, D.D.S, P.C. 1345 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-5713

Darlene Berg 2214 West Street • ESMO 64024 816-630-4311

Ann Case, CFP, MBA Wealth Springs/Case and Associates, LLC 118 Spring St. • ESMO 64024 816-630-1170 • ann.case@lpl.com www.wealthspringsllc.com

Creekside Inn Bed & Breakfast 321 W. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-630-6801 • info@creeksideinn-bandb.com www.creeksideinn-bandb.com

State Representative T.J. Berry P.O. Box 512 • Kearney, MO 64060 816-665-6323 • TJ.Berry@house.mo.gov

Cedar’s Coffee House 311 S. Thompson Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-900-1017 • cedarscoffeehouse@yahoo.com

Bank Midwest - Branch 134 N. Crown Hill Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-0035 • www.bankmw.com Barbee Memorial Presbyterian Church 501 Tiger Drive • ESMO 64024 816-630-3459 barbeepc@barbeepc.org • www.barbeepc.org

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Crescent Lake Christian Center 1250 St. Louis Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-630-5804 • 816-630-3035 crescentlake@crescentlake.org • crescentlake.org

2013 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Cricket Wireless 125 Crown Hill Road • ESMO 64024 816-500-4426 • dwayne.whitmore@gmail.com

Excelsior Springs Animal Clinic 1220 N. Rainbow Blvd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-5612

Crown Hill Associates 7180 W. 107th St., Suite 24 Overland Park, KS 66212 913-381-0004 • dnoon@swbell.net

Excelsior Springs Animal Shelter 1298 S. Marietta St. • ESMO 64024 816-630-0816 • esaspets@yahoo.com www.cityofesmo.com/animalshelter.html

D D’s Cupcakes, Inc. 118 E. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-630-6800

Excelsior Springs Cultural Guild, Inc. P.O. Box 63 • ESMO 64024 816-630-6801 • BobandMarilynGerdes@gmail.com www.gatsbydays.com

Dari-B Car Wash 901 Isley Blvd. • ESMO 64024 816-695-9878 Dari-B Drive-In 901 Isley Blvd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-0454 • beltom26@mchsi.com Dawn’s Light Classes and Write On Publishers P.O. Box 444 • ESMO 64024 816-637-2936 • dawnslightexspr@gmail.com Daylight Donuts 500 St. Louis Ave., Suite 2 • ESMO 64024 816-630-4800 • donna.snelling@yahoo.com Denim to Diamondz, LLC 115 W. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-637-9077 • denim2diamondz@att.net Diversified Accounting Services 228D N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-7728 • Dasdmg1@sbcglobal.com The Downtown Excelsior Partnership P.O. Box 513 • ESMO 64024 816-637-2811 • kwinge@visitesprings.com www.visitesprings.com Dust In Time 13415 Rhodus Road • ESMO 64024 816-628-9002 • dust.in.time@juno.com www.laserdust.com Joe Edmondson, State Farm Agent 1024 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-2900 • joe@saveinexcelsior.com www.saveinexcelsior.com Edward Jones Investments, David Faltys 133 Crown Hill Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-9442 • david.faltys@edwardjones.com edwardjones.com Edward Jones Investments, Brian Yarbrough 2400 Vintage Court • ESMO 64024 816-630-1777 • brian.yarbrough@edwardjones.com edwardjones.com

Excelsior Springs Community Theatre 114 N. Marietta St. • ESMO 64024 816-637-ESCT • 816-637-5199 sassyselby1@yahoo.com • esctheatre.org Excelsior Springs Area Chamber of Commerce 461 S. Thompson Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-630-6161 • info@exspgschamber.com exspgschamber.com Excelsior Springs Fire Department 1120 Tracy Rd. • ESMO 64024 Non-emergency 816-630-3000 kcantrell@ci-excelsior-springs.mo.us Excelsior Springs Golf Course 1201 E. Golf Hill Drive • ESMO 64024 816-630-3731 • www.excelsiorgolf.com

EZ Laundromat 1454 Kearney Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-8305 • ezquicklube@yahoo.com www.ezquicklube.com EZ Loans 1454 Kearney Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-8305 • ezquicklube@yahoo.com www.ezquicklube.com EZ Quick Lube 1454 Kearney Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-5823 • ezquicklube@yahoo.com www.ezquicklube.com 1st Class Cars, LLC 101 Crown Hill Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-5333 • jim@go1stclasscars.com www.go1stclasscars.com 1st Class Cars of Kearney 203 W. Washington St. • Kearney, MO 64060 816-903-5333 • www.go1stclasscars.com Family Vision Center 1717 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-1905 • scottfoster7@live.com Fence Stile Vineyards & Winery 31010 W. 124th St. • ESMO 64024 816-500-6465 • shriti@fencestile.com www.fencestile.com

Excelsior Springs Hospital 1700 Rainbow Blvd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-6081 • sally@esmc.org • esmc.org

First United Methodist Church 1650 Rainbow Blvd • ESMO 64024 816-637-2138 • cometothewater@sbcglobal.net www.excelsiorspgsumc.org

Excelsior Springs Housing Authority 320 W. Excelsior • ESMO 64024 816-630-7361 • excelsiorha@usa.net

The Fix It Shop 114 E. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-637-9951 • thefixitshop123@aol.com

Excelsior Springs Job Corps Center 701 St. Louis Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-630-5501 • excelsiorsprings.jobcorps.gov

Flack Memorial Church Corner of Tracy & Hwy. 69 • ESMO 64024 816-630-6234 • office@flackmemorial.com www.flackmemorial.com

Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives 101 East Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-630-0101 • Emuseum101@hotmail.com www.exsmo.com/museum/index.html Excelsior Springs Nursing & Rehab 1003 Meadowlark Ln. • ESMO 64024 816-630-3145 • susan_cessor@yahoo.com Excelsior Springs Police Department 301 S. Main St. • ESMO 64024 Non-emergency 816-630-2000 • 816-630-0800

El Maguey Mexican Restaurant 119 Crown Hill Plaza • ESMO 64024 816-637-2832

Excelsior Springs Properties 1000 Meadowlark Lane • ESMO 64024 816-637-8711 excelsiorsprings@fairwaymanagement.com www.fairwaymangement.com

The Elms Hotel & Spa 401 Regent St. • ESMO 64024 816-630-5500 • gm@elmshotelandspa.com elmshotelandspa.com

Excelsior Springs School District 300 W. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-630-9200 • jlacy@estigers.k12.mo.us essd40.com

Excelsior Dance Theatre 421 S. Thompson • ESMO 64024 816-885-1980 • dancetanya13@gmail.com

Excelsior Springs Seating - see Magna Seating of America/Excelsior Springs

Flexible Staffing of Clay County LLC 210 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-4600 • flxstff2@aol.com www.fskcmo.com FOTOGRFX 7777 S.E. Watkins Rd. • Lawson, MO 64062 660-358-4783 • tosha@GRFXcreative.com www.grfxcreative.com Full Employment Council 3100 NE 83rd St., Suite 2100 • KCMO 64119 816-468-8767 • bpofenbaugh@feckc.org www.missouricareersource.com Gallery Off Broadway 110 S. Main • ESMO 64024 816-213-1221 • kathleen@galleryoffbroadway.com galleryoffbroadway.com Gary Ryther Auctioneers, Inc. 18765 Highway 69 • Lawson, MO 64062 816-580-4204 • gary@grytherauctioneers.com www.grytherauctioneers.com Gilmour Group - see Robert Bosch Tool Corporation

Excelsior Floral & Gifts 413 S. Thompson • ESMO 64024 816-637-4120

Excelsior Springs Standard 417 Thompson Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-637-6155 • brian@leaderpress.com excelsiorspringsstandard.com

Good Samaritan Center of Excelsior Springs 108 S. Thompson • ESMO 64024 816-630-2718 • gscmjb@goodsamaritancenter.com goodsamaritancenter.com

EPI - Excelsior Plastics Industries 201 S. McCleary Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-4270 • abisbee@epi-1.com

Excelsior Trade Fair, Flea Market & Antique Mall 1218 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-9000 • junkermom@att.net

Good Times Restaurant & Lounge 1903 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-1227

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2013 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Green Ready Mix see Penny’s Concrete Gregg Williams Foundation, Inc. 1016 Southwind Dr. • ESMO 64024 816-260-0637 • tray@greggwilliamsfoundation.org greggwilliamsfoundation.org GRFX Creative 7777 SE Watkins Rd. • Lawson, MO 64062 660-358-4783 • tosha@GRFXcreative.com www.grfxcreative.com Griffey Insurance Agency 210 South St. • ESMO 64024 816-630-2671 • bgriffey3@yahoo.com www.griffeyinsurance.com H & R Block 135 Crown Hill Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-6311 • halfcity1@netzero.com Bob Hart, CPA 1742 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-0887 Healthy Life Choices 253 E. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-630-6900 • cairconnec@aol.com hlcholisticwellness.com Heart of America Council - Boy Scouts 10210 Holmes Rd. • KCMO 64131 816-569-4985 • brian.tobler@scouting.org Heirloom Photography/The Artisan Gallery 451 S. Thompson Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-398-5798 • eschoettger@yahoo.com Herbalife Independent Distributor 2006 Joy St. • ESMO 64024 816-809-0556 • bsheltonenergized@gmail.com www.goherbalife.com/EnergyNow Hightower Rental Properties Conventional and Section 8 P.O. Box 173 • ESMO 64024 816-442-3525 billhightowerteam@reeceandnichols.com www.billhightowerteam.com Michael Hopkins Insurance Agency Farmers Insurance 2001 W. Jesse James Rd. #1 • ESMO 64024 816-630-6001 • mhopkins@farmersagent.com www.farmersagent.com/mhopkins

Isotech, Inc./KCCoyote 501 Hwy. 169 • Trimble, MO 816-370-2546 • Eileen@isotech-inc.com isotechnetworks.net Itchin 2 Go Travel 2300 Dagley St. • ESMO 64024 816-582-6802 • annasue@i2gotravel.com www.itchin2gotravelandtours.com Jane’s Piano Lessons and Academic Tutoring 217 N. Kimball • ESMO 64024 816-637-3626 • jpbjdb@att.net Jesse James Chrysler Dodge Jeep & Ram 2017 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-2200 • jimhicks@jessejamescdjr.com www.jessejamescdjr.com Joe’s Datacenter, LLC 324 E. 11th St. • KCMO 64106 816-726-7615 • sales@joesdatacenter.com www.joesdatacenter.com Johnson Mechanical Services, LLC 31062 W. 161st St. • ESMO 64024 816-630-9040 • brad@jmskc.com The Kansas City Star 7601 N. Roanridge Rd. • KCMO 64151 816-234-4272 • rciani@kcstar.com www.kansascity.com

Lynette’s Chocolate Fountains 115 South Titus • ESMO 64024 816-868-9916 • lyn1000@aol.com Magna Seating of America/Excelsior Springs 301 S. McCleary Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-6760, ext. 2147 corrie.holland@magna.com • www.magna.com Majestic Hills Mobile Home Park P.O. Box 25463 • Overland Park, KS 66225 816-630-5361 Manley Home Inspections, LLC 2125 Bradford Place • ESMO 64024 816-500-0095 • manley01@aol.com www.manleyhomeinspections.com

The Kearney Courier - a division of Sun News P.O. Box 140 • Kearney, MO 64060 816-628-6010 • traceymummaw@npgco.com www.kearneycourier.com

The Maurer Foundation 101 E. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-630-0101 • emuseum101@hotmail.com

Kentucky Fried Chicken 1744 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-7564 Marie King 46420 E. 12th St. • Hardin, MO 64035 660-247-2652 Kit’s Muse, a part of Project Sweet Peas 2230 Chanticleer • ESMO 64024 816-309-4025 • jennifer@projectsweetpeas.com www.kitsmuse.com

Houseworth Lawn Care P.O. Box 238 • ESMO 64024 816-630-0833 • JHouseworth@aol.com

Lake Doniphan Conference Center 12856 Doniphan Lake Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-1523 • info@lakedon.org • lakedon.org

Nickolas Houk, D.D.S. 1345 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-5713

Lawson Bank - Excelsior Branch 2210 Patsy Lane • ESMO 64024 816-630-3029 • drobbins@lawsonbank.com rdutra@lawsonbank.com lawsonbank.com

I-Rok Foundation 111 Highland Park Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-591-7454 • irokfoundation@gmail.com www.irokfoundation.org

Carl Looman 1000 Meadowlark Ln., Apt. E4 • ESMO 64024 816-509-3766

Marvel Painting LLC 726 Old Orchard • ESMO 64024 816-888-0230 • marvelpainting@yahoo.com www.marvelpaintingkc.com

Konica Minolta Business Solutions 14300 West 105th St. • Lenexa, KS 66215 913-563-1889 • micaelas@kmbs.konicaminolta.us kmbs.konicaminolta.us

Inn on Crescent Lake 1261 St. Louis Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-630-6745 • Toll Free: 866-630-LAKE info@crescentlake.com • www.crescentlake.com

List I.T. LLC 407 Zay Drive • ESMO 64024 816-866-5478 • listitllc@gmail.com www.listitllc.com

Kansas City Zoo 6800 Zoo Dr. • KCMO 64132 816-513-5800 • marketing@fotzkc.org www.kansascityzoo.org

House of Embroidery Designs 802 Seybold Road • ESMO 64024 816-630-3872 • embdesigns@aol.com

Hyatt’s Custom Cycles & Graphics 1016 Isley Blvd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-3662 • hyattsccg@yahoo.com

Liberty Carbon Service, Inc. 1706 Johnson Industrial Dr. • ESMO 64024 816-630-4549 • libertycarbonservice.com

The Law Office of Calan T. McConkey, LLC 1902 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-476-6400 • calan@calanlaw.com www.calanlaw.com McDonald’s of Excelsior Springs 2221 Happy Lane • ESMO 64024 816-630-4121 or 816-792-1124, ext. 200 stephanietrager@essigmanagement.com Mediacom 115 North Industrial Park Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-629-2411 • jwesley@mediacomcc.com 573-230-4279 • gwalker@mediacomcc.com mediacomcable.com Meet the Need, Inc. P.O. Box 130 • Lawson, MO 64062 816-630-5221 • meettheneedexsp@aol.com www.meettheneedinc.com Mellon’s Banquet Hall & Country Cottages 32345 W. 196th St. • Lawson, MO 64062 816-296-3525 • dmellon@centurytel.net Banquet Hall: www.mellonscommunityhall.com Cottages: www.mellonscountrycottages.com

Lawson Bank - Lawson Branch 401 N. Pennsylvania • Lawson, MO 64062 816-580-3150 • lawsonbank.com

Mid-Continent Public Library - Excelsior Springs 1460 Kearney Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-6721 • schalmers@mymcpl.org www.mymcpl.org

Lawson Family Practice 411 N. Pennsylvania Ave. • Lawson, MO 64062 816-580-4081

Minact, Inc. - see Excelsior Springs Job Corps

The Leatherman Clinic - Dr. Danen Pauly, D.C. 463 S. Thompson Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-637-5000 • dcpauly@doctor.com

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Mind, Body and Soap Co. 105 W. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-637-3690 • mindbodysoap@gmail.com www.mindbodysoap.com

2013 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Missouri Mustangs 128 Woods St. • ESMO 64024 816-718-7055 • momustangs@yahoo.com www.momustangs.com

NorthCare Hospice & Palliative Care 2900 Clay Edwards Dr. • NKC, MO 64116 816-691-5119 • outreach@northcarehospice.org www.northcarehospice.org

Pyper’s Pretty’s 109 E. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-848-4449 • pypersprettys@yahoo.com www.pypersprettys.com

Bill Molini CPA 118 Spring St. • ESMO 64024 816-580-7173 • bill@molinicpa.com

North/Dillingham Publications 20 E. Gregory Blvd. • KCMO 64114 816-361-0616 • janeq@townsendprint.com

Molly Roberts Studio 100 E. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-929-1798 • mollyrobertsstudio@gmail.com www.mollyrobertsstudio.com

The Oaks Apartments 117 South Street • ESMO 64024 816-637-5122 midamerica@midamericaproperties.com www.midamproperties.com

Quarterback Club 703 Sagamore • ESMO 64024 816-519-5627 • rsiegel@ibtinc.com www.mineralwaterbowl.net

Monterey Motel, LLC 217 Veteran’s Memorial Dr. • ESMO 64024 816-637-3171 • pkp88@mchsi.com The Montgomery Event Venue 425 S. Thompson Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-783-3077 • info@montgomeryvenue.com www.montgomeryvenue.com Jean Morehouse, Coaching for Success 816-875-6234 • info@jeanmorehouse.com www.jeanmorehouse.com Morgansites!com 526 Isley Blvd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-8480 • kevin@morgansites.com morgansites.com Estella Morrison 117 South St., Apt. #105 • ESMO 64024 Mosaic Life Care 2370 Vintage Ct. • ESMO 64024 816-630-6699 paula.barba@mymosaiclifecare.org www.mymosaiclifecare.org Mount Calvary Lutheran Church 1215 Baldwin St. • ESMO 64024 816-637-9800 mtcalvarylutheran@sbcglobal.net www.mtcalvarylutheran.org Bob Nance 2201 Arbor Lane • ESMO 64024 816-550-0101 • snance@mchsi.com National Bank of Kansas City 2380 Vintage Court • ESMO 64024 816-630-0014 • ckinnison@bankofkc.com www.bankofkc.com

Old Union Christian Union Church 17990 N. Union Rd. • Lawson, MO 64062 816-296-3922 • oucurev@yahoo.com www.ouchurch.com Oooey Gooey Chocolates by Lane 113 W. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-630-9255 • Lanehambrick@yahoo.com OPAA Food Management 100 Chesterfield Pkwy., Suite 310 • ESMO 64024 636-812-0777, ext. 126 • acondie@opaafood.com www.opaafood.com Optimist Club of Excelsior Springs P.O. Box 616 • ESMO 64024 annasue@i2gotravel.com Orscheln Farm & Home 115 Crown Hill Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-5093 • orschelnfarmhome.com Outpost Grille, Inc. 102 Crown Hill Road • ESMO 64024 816-637-2282 • iser1@sbcglobal.net Owen Lumber Company P.O. Box 39 • ESMO 64024 816-637-5060 • dadams@owenlumber.com www.owenlumber.com Paradise Playhouse Dinner Theatre and Events Center 101 Spring St. • ESMO 64024 816-630-3333 • info@paradiseplayhouse.org www.paradiseplayhouse.org Paw Spaw 459 Thompson Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-900-1030 • noodebump@gmail.com

Dr. Mary Fay Randolph 1006 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-9877 • skim@esmc.org Ray’s Lunch and Diner 231 E. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-637-3432 Realty Executives, Hazel Curtis 1415 Jill Lane • ESMO 64024 816-305-1493 • hazellcurtis@yahoo.com realtyx.com/hazelcurtis ReCon North America LLC 1811 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-7100 Red Cross Pharmacy 1018 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-5555 • mhartwig@rcpharmacy.net rcpharmacy.net Reece & Nichols, Bev Claypool 225 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-5986 • claypool@accessus.net Reece & Nichols, Sylvia Eales 225 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-9990 • woodseales@yahoo.com Reece & Nichols, Bill Hightower 225 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-0100 billhightowerteam@reeceandnichols.com www.mokanhomes.com Reece Nichols, Cecil and Rue Lovett P.O. Box 1015 • Kearney, MO 64060 816-628-6611 • nickrny@yahoo.com Re/Max of Excelsior Springs, Kim McElwee 1350 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-4000 • kimmcelwee@aol.com kimmcelwee.com Rhodus Properties 20212 69 Hwy. • Liberty, MO 64068 816-589-5759 • darhodus@aol.com

Nehemiah’s Learning Center 1345 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-900-1000 • nehemiahslc@gmail.com

Penny’s Concrete 1910 W. 69 Hwy. • ESMO 64024 816-630-3622

New Age Skincare Spa & HCG Weight Loss Clinic 102 East Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-637-6500 • newagespa@att.net www.newageskincarespa.com

Personal Touch Engraving 109 W. Franklin St. • Liberty, MO 64068 816-781-1655 • ptengraving@sbcglobal.net

Rite-Way Auto Service, Inc. 1905 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-1450 • riteway_auto@hotmail.com www.ritewaytirepros.com

Noah’s Ark Preschool 501 Tiger Dr. • ESMO 64024 816-637-2079 • barbeepc.org/preschool.html

Pisgah Baptist Church 112 Pisgah Dr. • ESMO 64024 816-630-5121 • pisgahbaptist@mchsi.com www.pisgahbc.org

Rite-Way Guttering P.O. Box 94 • ESMO 64024 816-630-5511 • 781-8160 riteway_auto@hotmail.com

North American Savings Bank 1001 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-6711 • pcollins@nasb.com nasb.com

Platte-Clay Electric Cooperative 1000 W. 92 Hwy. • Kearney, MO 64060 816-628-3121 • daved@pcec.coop pcec.coop

Robert Bosch Tool Corporation 140 Corum Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-629-2303 • robin.ulrich@us.bosch.com gilmour.com

North Country Community Center 18765 Highway 69 • Lawson, MO 64062 816-580-4204 • gary@grytherauctioneers.com www.grytherauctioneers.com

Kent Powell, D.D.S. 1911 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-6021 • k2thpal@aol.com

Rockin’ Tiger Club Excelsior Springs School District 500 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-9262 • vgoetz@estigers.k12.mo.us www.essd40.com

North Country Storage 18765 Highway 69 • Lawson, MO 64062 816-580-4204 • gary@grytherauctioneers.com

Price Chopper 1645 Kearney Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-1900 • store200@choppershopper.com www.mypricechopper.com

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Rotary Club of Excelsior Springs 312 Virginia • ESMO 64024

2013 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY Gary Ryther Auctioneers, Inc. 18765 Highway 69 • Lawson, MO 64062 816-580-4204 • gary@grytherauctioneers.com www.grytherauctioneers.com S & M Electric 704 N. Kimball • ESMO 64024 816-260-4445 • garysanson988@aol.com S & M Enterprises 704 N. Kimball • ESMO 64024 816-868-8383 • 816-260-4445 kimmcelwee@aol.com kimmcelwee.com/rentals.html Sears of Excelsior Springs 1450 Kearney Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-5900 • excelsiorsears@yahoo.com www.sears.com Shelter Insurance, Clint Hylton 1350 N. Jesse James Rd., Suite #2 • ESMO 64024 816-630-0077 chylton@agent.shelterinsurance.com shelterinsurance.com/ca/agent/clinthylton Sheltons’ Floor & Wall Covering, Inc. 229 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-5405 • bdsdls@att.net Shook, Hardy & Bacon 34338 W. 168th St. • Lawson, MO 64024 816-580-3090 • dtalbert@shb.com www.shb.com Charlene Smith 2223 Chanticleer • ESMO 64024 816-308-2205 Sonic Drive-in 1713 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-9025 • store1958@sonicpartnernet.com www.sonicdrive-in.com Soper’s Automotive 401 St. Louis Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-637-3330 • msoper50@gmail.com Sports & More 426 S. Thompson Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-630-8326 • sportsandmoreshop@sbcglobal.net St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Kansas City Ave. and Regent • ESMO 64024 816-476-2932 • www.esepiscopal.org State Farm Bank 1024 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-2900 • joe@saveinexcelsior.com www.saveinexcelsior.com State Farm Insurance, Joe Edmondson 1024 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-2900 • joe@saveinexcelsior.com www.saveinexcelsior.com State Farm Insurance, David Martin 228 N. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-5565 • david.c.martin.b51h@statefarm.com

Taco Bell 1744 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-7564 Talbert Farms 34338 W. 168th St. • Lawson, MO 64062 816-580-3090 • whtalbert@yahoo.com Tiffany In Home Services 1000 N. Jesse James Rd., Ste. 2 • ESMO 64024 816-637-2556 • tisnorthland@tiffanycare.com tiffanycare.com Bradly E. Tharp CFP,ChFC Family WealthCare Center 1600 Rainbow Blvd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-3011 • bet581@cs.com Toshiba Business Solutions 2732 NE Indep. Ave. • Lee’s Summit, MO 64064 816-842-4931, Ext. #225 • tbs.toshiba.com Town & Country Leader 417 Thompson Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-637-6155 • brian@leaderpress.com excelsiorspringsstandard.com Travel The Rite-Way 20411 NE 140th St. • Kearney, MO 64060 816-582-9057 • wdus8@aol.com www.traveltherite-way.com Treehouse Preschool 1650 Rainbow Blvd. • ESMO 64024 816-699-7295 • missdarla3@aol.com Sheryl Trio 25803 H Hwy. • ESMO 64024 816-365-1664 • trio5@msn.com Triple “R” Home Services 2300 Dagley • ESMO 64024 816-582-6798 • markspohn@mchsi.com TYPOGRFX 7777 S.E. Watkins Rd. • Lawson, MO 64062 660-358-4783 • tosha@GRFXcreative.com www.typogrfx.info UMB Bank - Excelsior Springs 1645 Kearney Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-4070 • ryan.potts@umb.com www.umb.com Van Till Family Farm & Winery 13986 Hwy. C• Rayville, MO 64084 816-776-2720 • www.vantillfarms.com Ventana Gourmet Grill 117 W. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-630-8600 • VentanaCafe@aol.com tasteofmissouri.com/ventana Verizon Wireless 122 Corum Road • ESMO 64024 816-637-5100 • nick.link@wireless-zone.com www.wirelesszone.com/excelsior

Wabash BBQ 646 S. Kansas City Ave. • ESMO 64024 816-630-7700 • cheri@wabashbbq.com wabashbbq.com Walgreens 1718 W. Jesse Jame Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-2537 • str.11375@store.walgreens.com Waller Truck Lines 400 S. McCleary • ESMO 64024 816-629-3400 • bwaller@wallertruck.com Walmart 2203 Patsy Lane • ESMO 64024 816-630-1003 • mrk12001@yahoo.com www.walmart.com Watkins Mill Association 26600 Park Road North • Lawson, MO 64062 816-580-3387 • ann.case@lpl.com www.watkinsmill.org Wealth Springs/Case and Associates, LLC Ann Case, CFP, MBA 118 Spring St. • ESMO 64024 816-630-1170 • ann.case@lpl.com www.wealthspringsllc.com Westfall O’Dell Motors 1501 Kearney Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-3151 • bart@westfallodell.com www.westfallodell.com Westlake Ace Hardware 157 A Crown Hill Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-2770 • wlake69@westlakehardware.com www.westlakehardware.com/store/69 The Wharton Agency 1917 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-630-6505 • richard@whartonins.com www.whartonins.com Willow Spring Mercantile, LLC 249 E. Broadway • ESMO 64024 816-630-7467 • shopthemercantile@yahoo.com www.shopthemercantile.com Gary Woods Agency, Inc. 7211 NW 83rd St., Ste. 140 • KCMO 64152 816-587-8033 • gwoods@amfam.com World Finance Corp. 126 Corum Road • ESMO 64024 816-637-2324 WSKF Architects 110 Armour Road • NKC, MO 64116 816-300-4101 • vmagers@wskfarch.com www.wskfarch.com Y Liquor 1742 W. Jesse James Rd. • ESMO 64024 816-637-6900

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Summit Publications Inc. 404 S. Jefferson • Kearney, MO 64060 816-628-5492 • jennifer@summitpublications.net summitpublications.net • BestLocalSearch.com Super 8 Motel 210 Platte Clay Way • Kearney, MO 64060 816-628-8600 • super8kearney@gmail.com www.kearneysuper8.com Superior Park Residential Care Facility 410 Superior St. • ESMO 64024 909-525-7122 • david@logoswealth.com

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Complete Care

www.eshospital.org

816.630.6081

HOSPITAL SERVICES Specialized care where you need it … close to home!

All on One Campus Convalescent Convalescent Center Center

Residential Care

Independent Independent Living Living

Hospital Hospital Campus Campus Radiology/Imaging Center

Excelsior Springs Hospital 1700 Rainbow Blvd. Excelsior Springs, MO 64024

Area residents no longer have to drive into the City to consult with medical specialists. Excelsior Springs Hospital provides the following:

Outpatient Specialty clinicS

• • • • • • • • • • • • •

Emergency Room Medical/Surgical Services Radiology/Imaging Services Outpatient Specialty Clinics Surgery Rehabilitation Services Laboratory Department Cardiopulmonary Independent Living Center Residential Care Center Convalescent Center Home Health and Hospice Autism Services

• Cardiology • ENT • Gastroenterology • General Surgery • Gynecology

• Hematology/ Oncology • Orthopedics • Pain Management • Podiatry

To schedule an appointment call:

• Pulmonology • Physical Medicine/ Rehab • Rheumatology • Urology

816-629-2700

Excelsior Springs Hospital Radiology/Imaging Center is able to provide a broad range of services to assist your physician with diagnosis, treatment, disease management and prevention. Our state-of-the-art technology at the Imaging Center is 100% digital making images available immediately. Why go anywhere else for you imaging needs?

• X-Ray • Ultrasound • CT Scan • PET/CT • Bone Density • MRI • Nuclear Medicine • Digital Mammography • Video Swallow Study

Find yourself here. This is more than just an escape from the everyday. It’s an ageless journey to a place where life moves a little slower. And now, our renovated hotel and spa bring The Elms into an entirely new age. It’s the same old charm, newly appointed. So be our guest. Experience this iconic hotel anew, rejuvenate at the spa and explore charming Excelsior Springs. We think you’ll find it to your liking.

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