At the Excelsior Springs Senior Center, a weekly Wii Bowling game does more than rack up high scores—it brings together seniors for exercise, laughter, and community. For many, it’s become a joyful part of their routine and a reason to keep showing up, week after week.
As summer settles over Missouri, many Excelsior Springs gardeners find themselves battling more than weeds; heat, humidity, and fungus can derail even the most promising tomato or pepper patch. At a recent session at the Senior Center, local gardening expert Laurie Stuckey shared practical advice for navigating these seasonal challenges and setting up backyard growers for a flavorful, high-yield harvest.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors is a volunteer-driven program in Excelsior Springs that connects community members with residents who are elderly, disabled, or financially struggling and need help with basic home maintenance. From mowing lawns to changing lightbulbs, the program offers hands-on support to help people safely remain in their homes and neighborhoods.
Tucked between Excelsior Springs and Liberty, the Pharis Farm stands as a living reminder of Missouri’s rural past and the people who shaped it. From its 1836 founding by the Bell family to its transformation into a conservation-minded educational farm under Donald and Helen Pharis, the 160-acre property continues to preserve its history through community tours, agriculture exhibits, and hands-on learning experiences.
