With a “Rock Around the Clock” theme, Excelsior Springs is gearing up for the upcoming Silver Prom. The Silver Prom — solely for those ages 60 and over — will take place from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on May 4. The senior citizen prom idea was presented by a Conoly Plaza resident during an Excelsior Springs Aging Well meeting. “Everyone loved the idea and the planning started,” said Neighborhood Specialist Laura Mize. “Within a couple of weeks, word had reached the Excelsior Springs High School (ESHS) Student Council. Allison Neumann reached out to me for a meeting because the students wanted to be involved, even offering to host the prom in their commons area.” Silver Prom activities will include live music by the Bucket Band, a photo booth, crowning of king and queen for each decade participating and raffle tickets for door prizes. Many organizations and community members are volunteering their time and services to enhance the experience of the seniors who plan to attend. The student…