This little piggy tripped over a half-dressed Barbie. This little piggy took a foot full of Legos. This little piggy got stubbed. And this little piggy got smart and cleaned up.
These new products put it away when playtime is done.
Swoop Bags
A heavy-duty cotton canvas sack ($45) gives piles of blocks, Matchbox cars, and trains a home. Simply pull the cord to close and store; plop it down on the floor to set the collection free.
Cate & Levi Woolly Wall Pockets
As playful as toys themselves, each one-of-a-kind wall pocket ($50) has real character. Hang one bedside to keep favorite books, buddies, and other trinkets within reach.
3 Sprouts Storage Boxes
We’ve long been fans of the company’s canvas storage bins and love that its new cubes ($28 each) have the same felt appliques. The boxes work as stand-alone catchalls, as well as drawers in a cubed storage unit.
And that’s something to oink about.
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TOOT
Brass-a-Palooza
What: Do crafts, check out the conductor’s station, and catch a show during Family Symphony Sunday (ages 3 and up).
Why: The no-touch rule is put on hold (hallelujah) at the instrument petting zoo.
When: Sun. Preshow activities, 2:15 p.m.; concert, 3 p.m.
Where: Frisco Discovery Center, 8004 N. Dallas Pkwy., Frisco (972-668-5180). Tickets online at planosymphony.org. Adults and children, $7.
REWIND
Family Past Times
What: Learn about old-fashioned fortune telling and make good luck charms.
Why: Mini history buffs can explore the newly revamped learning lounge.
When: Sun., noon-4 p.m.
Where: Dallas Heritage Village, at Old City Park, 1515 S. Harwood St. (214-421-5141). Adults and teens, $9; children, free.
HARVEST
Big Orange Pumpkin Farm
What: Hop on a hayride, visit the goats, and scramble to the top of the spider hay bale.
Why: Give your city slicker a taste of country life.
When: Thru Nov. 6. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 5518 County Rd. 126, Celina (972-382-4995). Adults and children, $7; under 2, free.
Photos: Courtesy of Swoop; Courtesy of Cate & Levi; Courtesy of 3 Sprouts














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