The trees are budding out, the grass is green and flowers are blooming throughout the city.

But signs of spring are not just outside, the decor is changing throughout the community. The stores have their new spring lines on display, with sales abundant of their winter items.

A stroll means you look around, enjoy the scenery, find something new and explore.

You can stroll through a park, you can stroll down the street, you can stroll through a store.

Freeman-Journal photo by Kolleen Taylor
Kevin Rubash of Interior Spaces will be sharing his store with Pampered Chef, where lime margaritas will be served during the Spring Stroll.

There is always something interesting to see, and there are always new people to meet.

For the last six months, our world has been pretty isolating, with snow and cold and storms and more keeping us inside.

It’s time to get out, grab your neighbor or a friend and get refreshed. Some of the many wonderful things to experience are right here in Webster City.

Plenty of food, and a wide variety of products, stores carry home decor, clothing, adult clothing, children’s clothing, furniture, sporting gear and groceries of every type, in both large stores and small shops.

Webster City doesn’t have everything, but Webster City has a lot of items to sell. And there is quality in what they sell. Most of the owners live and work here. They help plan the events, and spruce up the town.

Freeman-Journal photo by Kolleen Taylor
Rustic Daisy merchandise is not only fresh, but much of it is Iowa made and provides great gifts.

This Saturday is a kick-off to spring.

There are charcuterie boxes in the Availa Bank Plaza…(sign up at the chamber if you haven’t done it yet at 832-2564).

There are puzzle pieces to collect from each place of business.

There are scratch off cards when you make a purchase, allowing further discounts when you shop the next time.

There are pop-up businesses.

Freeman-Journal photo by Kolleen Taylor
Legacy Learning-BRV not only has great workshop, but a wide assortment of gift ideas.

And there is a fun and exciting vibrance about all the good things happening in our part of the world.

When you feel overwhelmed or lonely, take a stroll, call a friend, come visit the neighbors who are running the businesses in our community.

This is what makes the world feel a bit brighter, a bit happier, a bit safer.

Supporting your local business actually helps support your own causes.

Open your world on Saturday to the world of Webster City and help kick off the first in a series of great events throughout the summer.