Good Sam’s Spirit of Giving luncheon
raises funds for Christmas in July


Pictured above, Dick Kramer, a volunteer at the Good Samaritan Center, spoke at the center's Spirit of Giving luncheon at the Elms Resort and Spa on Wednesday, July 28. Kramer, along with several other gave testimonies on how much the center does for the community and their needs. (Photo by Kristin Rulon)

By KRISTIN RULON
Community Reporter

With the help of the Good Samaritan Center’s first-ever Spirit of Giving lucheon, the center is closer to reaching its $10,000 goal for its month-long drive, Christmas in July.
During the luncheon, at the Elms Resort and Spa, a presentation was given on the center and what services it provides to Excelsior Springs and the surrounding areas.
Testimonials were given during the lucheon by the center’s Pantry and Social Services Program Director Martha Buckman, center Caseworker Jennifer Chapel, center volunteer Dick Kramer, Abi Broabent and Sandra Hart.
The center has raised $6,890 of its $10,000, as of press time.
Needing $3,110 to meet their goal, the center’s Executive Director Bob Gerdes stressed how funds collected are stretched to help those in need.
“Every dollar raised means that we can provide $3 in food or other emergency needs. When someone gives $100 that multiplies to $300 in services to those families in need,” Gerdes said.
For more information in donating to the center’s fundraiser call (816) 630-2718.

Back to School Immunizations

Clay County Public Health Center will be holding back-to-school immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-noon on Saturday, Aug. 7 (Tax-Free Saturday) at the center, located at 800 Haines Drive in Liberty.
No appointment is needed. Due to the high demand of immunizations in August, the center suggests calling (816) 595-4355 to make an appointment.
The health center’s immunization clinic is also open from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
For the 2010 school year, Missouri requires a second dose of Varicella (Chickenpox) vaccine for those entering kindergarten and Tdap for students entering eighth grade.
For more information on school and day care immunization requirements and recommended immunization schedule for children aand teens go to the Department of Health and Senior Sercices website www.dhss.mo.gov/immunizations.

Hospital’s Health Fair next weekend

The Excelsior Springs Hopsital will be hosting their 2010 Fall Health Fair from 8-11 a.m.on Saturday, Aug. 7.
The fair will be at the main patient entrance, 1700 Rainbow Blvd. and will be offering free to low cost health screenings.
The focus of the fair this year is to offer screenings for those underinsured and uninsured, though those with insurance are encouraged to attend.
Free screenings include: hearing, vision, dental, bone density, balance-to check for fall risks, vital signs, height, weight and BMI checks, blood sugar tets, carpal tunnel, cholesterol, carotid artery to screen for plaque, EKG, colorecto blood screeing,varicose vein, speech therapist, dietician for nutritonal counseling and advance directives with notary available.
Low cost screenings include: diabetes, total cholestoril and triglycerides, prostate cancer and Vitamin D deficiency.
Vouchers will be available for those who do not want to have their blood drawn during the health fair and must be redeemed by Aug. 31.
Payment required in time of service. No claims will be filed with insurance companies.
They will also be offering a voucher for a $50 mammogram. Mammograms will not be available the day of the fair, but vouchers do not expire until Aug. 31.
For more information about the screenings offered and requirements to particpate in low cost screenings visit www.eshospital.org/health fair.
For more information call Joni Schwan by phone at (816) 629-2783 by e-mail at jschwan@esmc.org.

Clay County Back to School Fair Aug. 5

United Services Community Action Agency’s Clay County Back to School Fair will be from 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 5, at the Shoal Creek Community Church, located at 6816 S Church Road in Pleasant Valley.
Children will receive free book bags, school supplies, health and dental screenings and rescources from Cerner’s Healthy Kids, Clay County Public Health Center, Love Inc., Salvation Army, St. James Lutheran Church and Clay County school districts.
There will be activities including a hand-washing demonstration presented by the Clay County Public Health Center.
Registration is required. To register go to www.choose-hope.org or call (816) 630-0037.

Searching local history?

The Excelsior Springs Standard receives many requests for information from past issues. The news staff is not able to do research for individuals, however, the Excelsior Springs Historical Museum has an extensive collection of newspapers and newspaper clippings for local research. The Museum is located at 101 E. Broadway in the old Clay County State Bank building. For the cost of a $10.00 membership, persons can use the archives for their research needs. Not able to visit the Museum? Museum volunteers are available to help with research for a small fee. Call 816-630-0101 or visit the Museum web site for more information.

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Excelsior Springs Standard Calendar, P.O. Box 70, Excelsior Springs, Mo. 64024 or email Kristin Rulon

Friday, July 30 • SkeeterFest 2010 in Hardin. For a list of events go to www.hardinbetterment.org/skeeterfest. • 46th Annual Lathrop Friendship Festival in downtown Lathrop. For more information go to www.lathropfestival.com. • 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. – Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives is open, 101 E. Broadway. • 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. – Excelsior Springs Visitor Center, located in the Hall of Waters, is open. • 2-7 p.m. – First Assembly of God Church’s summer Farmer’s Market at the church. • 5:45 p.m. – Early Bird Bingo and regular Bingo at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Post #236 every Friday night. • 7:30 p.m. – The Excelsior Springs Community Theatre presents “Meet Me in St. Louis” at the Performing Arts Center. For ticket information contact (816) 824-6177 or go to www.esctheatre.org. • 9 p.m. – Movies on the Lawn presents “Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel” on the back lawn of the Elms. Gates open at 8:30 p.m. There is a $1 grounds fee. Sunday, August 1 • 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. – Excelsior Springs Visitor Center, located in the Hall of Waters, is open. • 12:30 p.m. – 72nd Annual Isenhour family reunion at Shelter House #2 at the Liberty City Park. Those attending should bring a dish and their own table servive. Monday, August 2 • 6 p.m. – City Council meets in the council chambers at the Hall of Waters • 7 p.m. – Texas hold’em at the Clay-Ray Vets Club, 208 Veterans Memorial Drive. For more information call (816) 630-7711. • 7-8:30 p.m. – Boy Scout Troop 313 meets at Barbee Memorial Presbyterian Church • 7-8:30 p.m. – Boy Scout Troop 309 meets at First United Methodist Church • 7:30 p.m. - Clay Lodge #207, AF & AM • 7:30 p.m. - Xi Beta Omicron Tuesday, August 3 • 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. – Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives is open, 101 E. Broadway. • 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. – Excelsior Springs Visitor Center, located in the Hall of Waters, is open. • 11 a.m.-4 p.m. –Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives is open. • 5:30 p.m. – International Association of Administrative Professionals will meet in the Skyview Room at North Kansas City Hospital, 2800 Clay Edwards Drive. Dinner will be at 6 p.m. and reservations are required. For more information call (816) 454-9769. • 6:30 p.m. – Lexington Fibromyalgia Group will meet in the 3rd floor conference room at the Lafayette Regional Hospital in Lexington. For more information contact Harriet Cox at (660) 259-3980. • 2-3 p.m. – Excelsior Springs area homeschool group meet at the Baptist Church behind the Excelsior Springs Animal Clinic. All homeschoolers from the surrounding areas including Kearney, Lawson, Richmond and Holt are welcome. The group plans field trips, parties, have snacks and share curriculum. For more information call (816) 630-2063.

Tuesday, August 3 continued • 7 p.m. – Quarterback Club meets at 1219A N. Jesse James Road. • 7 p.m. – Pitch at the Clay-Ray Vets Club, 208 Veterans Memorial Drive. For more information call (816) 630-7711. • 8 p.m. - Colfax #460 I.O.O.F., Odd Fellows Hall, downtown Excelsior Springs Wednesday, August 4 • 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. – Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives is open, 101 E. Broadway. • 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. – Excelsior Springs Visitor Center, located in the Hall of Waters, is open. • 6:30 a.m. - Optimist Club meets at the Excelsior Springs Medical Center dining room • 8-11:30 a.m. – Free Medical Clinic on the lower level of the Good Samaritan Center. Those without insurance and walk-ins are welcome. • 10:30 a.m. - Story Hour, Mid-Continent Public Library, Excelsior Springs • 6 p.m. - Lions Club meets at the Ventana Café in downtown Excelsior Springs. Social hour is from 6-7 p.m. with the meeting starting at 7 p.m. • 6-7:30 p.m. –Family Support Group Meeting will meet in the day program area of Tri-County Mental Health Services’ offices at Northland Human Services Center, 3100 N.E. 83rd St. This group provides support for those who have a loved one with a mental illness. • 7 p.m. – Darts at the Clay-Ray Vets Club, 208 Veterans Memorial Drive. For more information call (816) 630-7711. Thursday, August 5 • 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. – Excelsior Springs Museum and Archives is open, 101 E. Broadway. • 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. – Excelsior Springs Visitor Center, located in the Hall of Waters, is open. • 7:30 a.m. – Rotary Club meets on the lower level of the Good Samaritan Center • 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. – Back to School Fair provided by the United Services Community Action Agency of Clay County at the Shoal Creek Community Church, 6816 S. Church Road in Pleasant Valley. Register by calling (816) 630-0037. No charge. • 7 p.m. - Calico Quilters, First United Methodist Church of Excelsior Springs • 7 p.m. – Pool at the Clay-Ray Vets Club, 208 Veterans Memorial Drive. For more information call (816) 630-7711. • 7 p.m. – GriefShare recovery seminar and support group meets at the Old Union Church in Lawson, 17990 N. Union Road. For more information call Nada Austin at (816) 296-3854. • 7:30 p.m.- Mystery Book Club, Mid-Continent Public Library, Excelsior Springs

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