In a look ahead at a week of Cambridge and Somerville events, The Cantab Lounge reopens in Central Square with the Chicken Slacks on stage, there’s a Christmas tree lighting in Porter Square and plenty of holiday shopping opportunities loaded with music, skating, workshops and other fun – even a petting zoo.

These looks at what’s on the big screen and streaming include a bunch of Brattle programming from Agnès Varda to John Carpenter; and reviews of new releases “The Power of the Dog,” “The Hand of God” and “The Last Duel.”

This is the time of year to spot red-tailed hawks, because they are more abundant in our area in the winter; some northern red-tails overwinter with our year-round birds. Keep your eyes peeled and you might see one perched atop a light post or on a roof – on slightly windy days, look for them soaring in circles through the air.

This is tender and heartfelt storytelling. Mike Mills has crafted something poignant and moving in “C’mon C’mon” with a trio of superb lead performances from Joaquin Phoenix, Gaby Hoffman and Woody Norman, who delivers one of the greatest, most unaffected child performances in years.

Funny to think that an ice cream shop would be a great place to grab a cocktail, let alone a meatless version of the cheesesteak, a renowned Philly classic, but that’s what Earnest Drinks just north of Kendall Square is all about.

What’s happening in Cambridge’s kitchens? There’s a new Kimpton chef, Adam Resnick, and a return of the hotel’s Miracle holiday pop-up; Mamaleh’s is baking with Flourish Flour; and Ben Abercrombie Day is back at ElJefe’s Taqueria on Dec. 7.