Friday Night Shabat Dinner With a Jewish Marine: Confessions of a Jewish Marine
When/where: Services at 5:45 p.m., dinner at 6:15 p.m., at Chabad Center At Chestnut Hill
Why: The Marines may not be the first place you expect to see someone wearing the yarmulke and keeping kosher, but that's how Dave Rosner served his country. He's also a military and political commentator, and a stand-up comic, meaning the night will be insightful, interesting and funny.
Pricing: Adult $30, children under 12 $18
Christmas Musical Extravaganza for the whole family
When/where: 7:30 p.m., Friday night, at the Holiday Inn.
Why: The evening offers a blend classical renditions, funky blues versions, opera and world music styles into a musical celebration of the holiday season. The songs will help tell the story behind the season, through a number of unique lenses. There will also be food and games.
Pricing: Free
"Anything Goes" Performed by Grade 7 and 8, Pierce School
When/where: Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m. at the Pierce School,
Why: Come support our students, as they perform the Cole Porter classic. The story follows a group of people on a London-bound cruise ship, and the frantic situations they find themselves in. They promise great music and Pierce School talent.
Pricing: $7 for tickets
The Room: @fter Midnite
When/where: 11:59 p.m. Saturday night. One night only.
Why: You're tearing me apart, Lisa! One of the latest in the "so-bad-it's-good" genre, director, writer and star Tommy Wiseau's debut features over-acting, a baffling story, and an alarming giggle. Catch the show, find out why it's a must-see for Paul Rudd, David Cross and Jonah Hill, to name a few.
Pricing: $9
Craft Sale
When/where: 19 Copley St, Brookline on Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Why: Stop by this home-hosted craft sale to pick up some unique handmade gifts. Among their wares, you can expect to find hand knitted neckwarmers, trapper hats and mittens, glassware, jewelry, soaps and muffins!
Pricing: Free