Now you see it; now you don’t.
SEE
New Collection from Benjamin Eyewear
What: Shade your peepers to perfection with styles inspired by Brian Jones, Mulholland Dr., and Hells Angels.
Why: Ten limited-edition styles, all 100 percent handmade in Fukui, Japan.
When: Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Jenni Kayne, 614 N. Almont Dr., b/t Santa Monica Blvd. & Melrose Ave., West Hollywood (310-860-0123).
BUZZ
Cafecito Orgánico
What: The nomadic frequenter of farmers markets has found its way to a permanent home full of organic specialty brews and shots culled from a nifty Nuova Simonelli machine.
Why: Fair trade, small-lot beans; local sweets; and weekend tamales are made to be appreciated on the open-air patio.
When: Tues.-Sat., 6:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 534 N. Hoover St., b/t Melrose Ave. & Middlebury St., Silver Lake (323-666-1950).
SHOP
St. Joseph Center Thrift Store
What: The shop reopens with reckless abandon, hawking shoes (Jimmy Choo, Prada), clothing (D&G, See by Chloé), accessories, and furniture in a new locale.
Why: Proceeds help support low-income and homeless individuals and families.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 1828 Lincoln Blvd., at Michigan Ave., Santa Monica (310-450-5927).
SCARF
Industry’s Gourmet Burger Bar
What: Sometimes a club is just a club. But a club that houses a nosh stand and lounge area? Now that’s a clurrrb.
Why: Dance your way to the back for chili cheese, pastrami, and falafel burgers or grilled cheese sammies. Cucumber-melon margaritas wash it all down.
When: Today, Fri. & Mon., 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: 643 N. La Cienega Blvd., at Melrose Pl., West Hollywood (310-652-2012).
DRINK
Caña Rum Bar at The Doheny
What: Once ultra-exclusive, the newly renovated and reopened members-only bar now grants access and offers invites to insidery rum tastings, spirited talks, and live Caribbean and tropical Latin music for a $20 annual fee.
Why: For the first month, dues go to the United States Foundation for the Children of Haiti. The punch bowl is still all yours.
When: Mon.-Sat., 6 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: 714 W. Olympic Blvd., at Flower St., Downtown (213-745-7090).
Photo: Courtesy of Benjamin Eyewear
