Best products of 2011 (so far) and where to buy in Chicago

By Maria Pilar Clark

The new year is only a few days old, but already chock full of futuristic fun, like waterless showers, stay-put socks, and more.

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A doll with heart

Award-winning Hearts for Hearts Girls from Playmates teach children that they can make a difference. The newly launched collection of six dolls represents an international community-Mexico, Belarus, India, Ethiopia, Laos and the U.S.-where everyone belongs and each girl is working to change her community in unique ways. A portion of sales from each doll goes directly to help children from that doll's country. Each girl includes a friendship bracelet and story booklet. $29.99;

Where to get it: Target, 4466 N. Broadway St., Chicago.