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Greater Excelsior Springs Area Community Lifestyle
The quality of life in and around Excelsior Springs is enhanced through the community's efforts to preserve its rich historic traditions, promote business development, provide a school system that prepares its children for the challenges of a world economy, and provides services and programs for senior citizens.
The E.S. Hospital provides a full range of comprehensive healthcare services to the residents of Excelsior Springs and surrounding areas and maintains an Outpatient and Wellness Center with specialized services.
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Excelsior Springs also provides programs and facilities for active recreation enthusiasts, as well as open space and conservation lands for passive recreation. Excelsior Springs enjoys the distinction of being a state DREAM Initiative community and a national Preserve America Community. Come join us as we celebrate more than 125 years in providing quality of life for visitors, residents and businesses, alike.
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Upcoming Events
January 2012
• Jan. 26-29 – "Peril in Pointsville or ... A Lovely Day For Dancing" - A Melodrama performed by the Excelsior Springs Community Theatre, Slightly Off Broadway Theatre, 114 N. Marietta, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays & Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday Matinee. $10 General Admission. For ticket reservation call 816-637-3728 or order tickets online.
• Jan. 27-29 – "Murder Room", a comedy by Jack Sharkey will be performed at the Paradise Playhouse, 101 Spring St. Friday, Saturday and Sunday performances include the all-you-care-to-eat buffet prepared by the Golden Ox. Visit the website or call the box office 816-630-3333 to order tickets.
• Jan. 29 – Rick and Shay with their folky pop sound at Willow Spring Mercantile, 249 E. Broadway, 1-4 p.m. This duo is new and sure to be a hit.
February 2012
• February – Black History exhibit at the Excelsior Springs Museum & Archives, 101 E. Broadway.
• Feb. 1 – Early bird deadline for the Excelsior Springs USSSA Baseball & Softball league. For more information call the Excelsior Springs Parks and Recreation, 816-630-1040.
• Feb. 3 - Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening at The Event Parlor, 405 S. Thompson Ave., 5-7 p.m.
• Feb. 3-5, 9-11 – "Murder Room", a comedy by Jack Sharkey will be performed at the Paradise Playhouse, 101 Spring St. Friday, Saturday and Sunday performances include the all-you-care-to-eat buffet prepared by the Golden Ox. Visit the website or call the box office 816-630-3333 to order tickets.
• Feb. 4 – Chocolate Tour, 1-5 p.m. Meander the shops in downtown Excelsior Springs and sample chocolate to your heart's content. This year's event includes judging and prizes. Also, participants can win prizes and a night out on the town with lots of great fun to be had by all. $10 per person; limited tickets. Sponsored by the Downtown Excelsior Partnership. Visit the website for more information or call 816-637-2811.
• Feb. 4 – "Meet you in the Alley" Photo Session with Laura Foster at Blue Raddish Studios & Art Co-op, 108 E. Broadway, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. during Chocolate Tour.
• Feb. 4 – Jim Thomas, one of our customers favorites, at Willow Spring Mercantile, 249 E. Broadway, 2-5 p.m. Jim's folky style is a perfect fit.
• Feb. 4-5 – Excelsior Springs Community Theatre will hold Auditions for "Robin Hood in Oz" written by Wayne Day. A family show for all ages -- actors of all ages needed. Held at the Slightly Off Broadway Theatre, 114 N. Marietta, 2-4 p.m. For more info or a different time call 816-637-ESCT (3728).
• Feb. 5 – Mike and Tenley at Willow Spring Mercantile, 249 E. Broadway, 1-4 p.m. Their Celtic music is one-of-a-kind and great entertainment.
• Feb. 9-10 – "Battle of the Sexes - A Musical Review" will be performed at ESCT's Slightly Off Broadway Theatre, 114 N. Marietta, 7:30 p.m. General admission $10. Reservations 816-637-ESCT (3728) or visit the website.
• Feb. 10 – Second Friday Art Crawl in downtown Excelsior Springs, 5-8 p.m. Enjoy feature artists, music, dining and shopping.
• Feb. 11-12 – Excelsior Springs Community Theatre will hold Auditions for "Robin Hood in Oz" written by Wayne Day. A family show for all ages -- actors of all ages needed. Held at the Slightly Off Broadway Theatre, 114 N. Marietta, 2-4 p.m. For more info or a different time call 816-637-ESCT (3728).
• Feb. 11 – Street Corner Choir at Willow Spring Mercantile, 249 E. Broadway, 2-5 p.m. Folk and blues is a perfect sound for Saturday afternoon at the bistro.
• Feb. 11 – Special Performance of "Battle of the Sexes - A Musical Review" will be performed at ESCT's Slightly Off Broadway Theatre, 114 N. Marietta, 7:30 p.m. Featuring Wine & Dessert Night catered by Willow Spring Mercantile. Reserved seating $20 per person. Reservations 816-637-ESCT (3728) or visit the website.
• Feb. 12 – Erik Karlsson at Willow Spring Mercantile, 249 E. Broadway, 1-4 p.m. Erik's voice is soft and sweet and he plays it folk style.
• Feb. 13 – The Winstons, an award-winning bluegrass band, to perform a free concert in the Great Hall at the Good Samaritan Center, 108 S. Thompson Ave., 7 p.m. Sponsored by Christ Our Redeemer Church.
• Feb. 16-19 – "Battle of the Sexes - A Musical Review" will be performed at ESCT's Slightly Off Broadway Theatre, 114 N. Marietta, 7:30 p.m. Thurs.-Sat.; 2 p.m. Sunday Matinee. General admission $10. Reservations 816-637-ESCT (3728) or visit the website.
• Feb. 17 – Salem Road will be performing at The New Broadway & Penn, 8 p.m.
• Feb. 18 – Laura Lisbeth with pop, folk and country style at Willow Spring Mercantile, 249 E. Broadway, 2-5 p.m. We call it 'Poultry', our customers call it fun.
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