features

B17 Spring Fling

Fresh looks in jewelry, shoes, bags and more help let the sunshine
in and accessorize with style.

B20 The Path :To Tranquility

A West Bloomfield couple make the most of the great outdoors
— right in their own backyard.

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B24 A Simple Seder

One Farmington Hills family's annual Passover gathering gets a
festively casual makeover.

departments

B3
Editor's Note
B8, B9 Faces
B10 All's Fare
B14 The Buzz
B28 Planner
B30 Four Questions

ON THE COVER: Get ready for spring with fresh, bold details: Ghana-glass necklace
($675), at Detroit Institute of Arts Gift Shop, Detroit (313-833-7900; dia.org ). Textured
rectangle pendants by Diane Teeter ($32 each), at Pewabic Pottery, Detroit (313-822-
0954; pewabic.org).

PHOTOGRAPH BY ANGIE BAAN

PAGE DESIGN BY LINDSAY SCHWARTZ

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of life in the Metro Detroit Jewish community, including decor, fashion, food, health, spirituality, books,

shopping and more. Whether profiling a unique member of our community or the latest hot spot or
trend you should know about, Platinurris got it covered. Our goal is to be a part of the fabric of the

Jewish and Metro Detroit communities and to reflect those who have created it — our readers.

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