Plot
The characters, who are modeled on Matryoshka nesting dolls, explore their city and interact with the people in it. Along the way, they meet "Higglytown heroes", the people in their community who make it a better place. The main human characters include Eubie, Wayne, Twinkle, and Kip. Fran, who is almost always with them, is a red squirrel. Pizza Guy also appears in almost every episode.
Higglytown heroes have ranged from firefighters to dentists to snow plow operators. Voice actors for these Higglytown Heroes are frequently guest celebrities. The series encourages involvement in the community, and means to inspire children to consider the importance of individuals who contribute to the world and make it better place. The show also teaches kids about jobs and may influence them about what they want to be when they grow up.
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