Just In: Zachary Toy Store Coming to Hwy. 19
Jan 15, 2025 01:20PM ● By Jen Gennaro
Brittany Anderson, the third-generation owner of Fun Time Pools, is making waves once again—this time in the world of children’s toys! Last year, Brittany introduced a selection of water and outdoor play toys to complement her pool business, and the response was incredible. Seeing the community’s enthusiasm and recognizing the need for a small-box toy store in Zachary since Whimsical Alley closed, Brittany has expanded her vision.
Introducing Zachary Toy Store, a brand-new department within Fun Time Pools that’s all about inspiring children’s imaginations through play. From the latest TikTok-viral sensations to time-tested playroom staples, Zachary Toy Store will offer a wide range of products designed to delight children of all ages, from infants to preteens.
On your way to a kid’s friend’s birthday party and need a last-minute gift? Anderson recommends calling Zachary Toy Store, sharing your budget and any other relevant details, and letting them take care of the rest. They’ll select the perfect item, wrap it at no additional charge, and have it ready for you. “Just come in, swipe your card, and be on your way to the party,” she says, offering a hassle-free and quick experience for busy parents on the go.
From the latest takes on fidget toys–they’re called “picky pads,” get on board!–to the unbelievably soft Bunny Lulu keychains everyone’s talking about on TikTok, to classic toys like kid-sized guitars and wood xylophones, Anderson is all in on creating Zachary’s go-to store for for imaginative play, thoughtful gifts, and quality toys that bring joy to children of all ages. There will be craft-themed gifts for preteen girls (make your own Taylor Swift bracelets!), STEM toys for the little ones, and a healthy mix of educational toys and those that are just plain fun.
Additionally, Zachary Toy Store will carry a full line of skincare and sun protection products. For women, Mimosa Lane, an award winning, Texas-made line of fragrance-free skin care and sun protection that bills itself as multifunctional: the products all pull double duty as moisturizers that self tan, protect against sun damage, or contain nourishing ingredients like Vitamins B, C and E, hyaluronic acid, collagen, peptides and more. It’s like your whole skincare routine in one cost-saving bottle.
For the fellas, Zachary Toy Store will offer a full line of barbershop favorite Duke Cannon, including SPF face lotion, face wash, shaving products and more–like this tactical lip balm that won’t melt in his truck!
And for the kids and the young at heart, Sunshine & Glitter, a full line of skincare and sun protection made with biodegradable glitter that goes on smooth, with irresistible packaging and scents. “It’s not rough on skin,” Anderson assures us. Consequently, the store will no longer carry Sun Bum products, and everything from that line is 50% off now. Stock up for teacher gifts or Easter baskets!
Anderson just returned from Dallas Market, where she met with vendors and ordered items. Modifications to the store begin this week, and shipments will start to arrive as well, so follow Fun Time Pools and their new page, Zachary Toy Store, on Facebook for updates. Fun Time Pools is still operating as usual and will continue to do so, so pardon the progress when you stop in for your Baquacil.
Check out the gallery below for a sneak peek of some of the quality, affordable items arriving soon!