Planet Dog has introduced a new line of toys that borrows from the company’s name. Cosmos is an assortment of toys with such names as Venus, Mars, Sol and Luna. Each one is doggie-durable, buoyant, bouncy, minty, recyclable and nontoxic. Ideal for big dogs who love to chase and chew, the sturdy orbs include a place to hide treats. A portion of every purchase goes to the Planet Dog Foundation, which benefits several animal-care organizations. $14.95 at , or call 800-381-1516.
Shop the Far East
The Colorado Dragon Boat Festival is known for being a fun and free event where kids and grown-ups can explore Asian-Pacific food and culture. But festivalgoers also should peruse its marketplace where vendors sell one-of-a-kind arts and crafts akin to those found in the open-air markets of Hong Kong, Manila, Seoul, Bangkok or Bombay. Thai home accessories, Chinese calligraphy and Japanese pottery are just a few of the treasures visitors can uncover. This eighth-annual festival is Saturday and Sunday at Sloan’s Lake Park in northwest Denver. Details at .
Better tote bags
RuMe Bags is a Denver-based company that recently launched a series of government-certified fair-trade reusable bags to meet the growing demand for stylish, environmentally conscious products. The company has opened a new kiosk at Park Meadows mall in Lone Tree (on the lower level next to J. Crew and Ann Taylor Loft). RuMe hopes shoppers will use its bags for mall trips, the gym, diapers, picnics, laundry and overnighters. But the bigger goal is to get consumers into thinking about how bags like these can reduce landfill waste. .
Be your own “design star”
SceneCaster is an online tool that allows users to visualize and share their decorating ideas in 3-D. The site provides access to online catalogs and retailers so users can click-and-drag items into their virtual rooms. Additional features like picture, music and video- sharing also offer users the chance to give their rooms a personal touch. .
