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When the Detroit Institute of Arts reopened last November
sophisticated enough to stand the test of time. Fabulous
following an extensive renovation, the new DIA revealed
features include darker finishes, full beds and plenty
a museum designed with children in mind. Now, every
of storage. The Build-A-Bear Workshop® HOME col-
Sunday is Target Family Sunday (sponsored by the Target
lection by Pulaski Furniture is the first youth collection
retail store), with a range of activities for the whole family.
designed by kids for kids. Among the options: change-
Drop-in workshops include arts and crafts projects and
able wood-tone and painted drawer fronts, a choice of
sketching on easels in the galleries. Storytelling, puppet
drawer knobs, a "beary" special place in each bureau
shows and theater are additional highlights for children of all
for a furry friend and storage galore. The transitional
ages. A game of Eye Spy in many galleries can be enjoyed
design can grow with your child from toddler to teen.
at all times to keep little ones engaged while introducing
Build-A-Bear pine set with changeable drawer fronts:
them to the breathtaking beauty and history of art. dia.org ;
(313) 833-7530. — JM
dresser, $599; bureau, $699; full bed, $599. artvan.com .
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Pleasing Tees
The power of positive thinking is behind a new inspiration-
al clothing line called "Awareables," with clever, chic and
comfy T-shirts designed by West Bloomfield native Rachel
Singer of Los Angeles and her business partner, Betsy
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the energy within yourself and of those around you," says
across Coolidge from the Somerset Collection
Singer. The line includes Provacatees, ThinkTanks and
3001 West Big Beaver, Suite 112
Troy, Michigan 48084
248.649.1122 / 800.SCHUBOT
Ecotees (made with 100 percent certified organic cot-
ton) emblazoned with slogans like "Gratitude Rocks" and
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"There's no place like OM." The shirts, for men and women, are $36-$46 and come in a variety
of colors and sizes. Available at: awareables.com ; Blue Lotus Yogawear, 32644 Franklin Road,
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Franklin; Yoga Shelter, 6363 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield. — Robin Schwartz
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