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A New Menswear Store in the Funk Zone

Plus: Music Academy president Scott Reed is leaving the organization; another new apartment building is in the works downtown; two Highway 101 ramps to reopen this week; the Lumineers and Kelsea Ballerini to play the Santa Barbara Bowl; reader question about a nice-smelling plant; paintings by Arty Grimm at Caldwell Snyder.

Bettina Is Opening a Restaurant in Carpinteria

The new outpost will be smaller and sleeker than the Montecito original, with fast-casual counter service and plentiful courtyard seating. “We’re envisioning something more New York–style,” says co-owner Rachel Greenspan.

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!)

120-Year-Old Queen Anne Given a Crisp Renovation

Noteworthy new listings also include a Campanil spec reno; a welcoming backyard off Camino Viejo; ocean view on the Riviera for $1.695 million; a West Mesa flip attempt; and more.

A Fresh Take on the Classic Santa Barbara Corner Store

Forget Doritos and Coors Light: The Eddy will offer natural wine, craft beer, pantry items, homewares, and grab-and-go fare from Revolver, Oat Bakery, and other local partners.

Why Were Cameras Installed at the Montecito Hot Springs?

Plus: The latest plans for the De La Guerra Plaza revamp; Little Rainbow Foot Spa closed for remodeling; a new explanation from MarBorg for its non-curbside rate hike; Union Bank is becoming U.S. Bank; East Beach water-contact closure lifted; free firewood from the State Street Axe Club; potential public use of Santa Barbara High School’s track and football field.

Thai Barbecue Is Coming to the Santa Barbara Public Market

More food news: Stella Mare’s lease won’t be renewed; Mariscos Santa Barbara has closed; Kin Bakeshop opening forecast; profiles of Tondi Gelato and Anchor Rose; Simple Feast has gone out of business.

1930 George Washington Smith House Sells for $17.5 Million

Last week’s sales also include a 7,200-square-footer in Hope Ranch; beachfront in Carpinteria; Shoreline Drive vacant lot; Riviera single-level in need of updating; oceanfront share in Hollister Ranch; Pimiento Lane cutie; and more.