If you’re up for some great films and TV shows, classic operas or a fun coastal brewery day trip, you’re in luck, as this weekend offers all of the above. So let’s get to it, shall we?

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1 WATCH: A new ‘Jackal’ is on the prowl

Frederick Forsyth’s gripping 1971 political thriller novel, “The Day of the Jackal,” gave rise to the excellent movie two years later. Now comes a new television adaptation of the classic book, starring Eddie Redmayne.

2 SHOP: It’s never too early …

Holiday shopping is a lot more fun if you’re not panic-buying at the last moment (trust us, we know from experience). So here are a bunch of cool ideas of stuff to get the foodies and fun lovers on your list.

WooYoung Yoon as Rodolfo and Kearstin Piper Brown as Mimi in Opera San Jose’s production of “La Boheme.” (David Allen/Opera San Jose) 

3 SEE & HEAR: 2 beloved operas hit the stage

It’s pretty rare when you get a chance to see productions of the legendary operas “Carmen” and “La Boheme” in the same week. But you can do exactly that this week (and the rest of November) in the Bay Area.

4 SIP: It’s eggnog season

Let’s face it, few things are as delicious as a glass of cool, rich eggnog (with or without the booze). So don’t waste your time on the bad stuff — here are the best brands to search for (and the odd nogs to avoid).

Kieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg star in “A Real Pain.” (Searchlight Pictures) 

5 WATCH: A powerful road trip film

“A Real Pain,” written, directed and co-starring Jesse Eisenberg (with Kieran Culkin) is way more than your average buddy/road trip film. It tops our roundup of what to watch on the big and small screen this weekend.

6 PLAY & SIP: Fun and sudsy day trip

Half Moon Bay is a fun place to visit under any circumstances. And there are some killer breweries to check out when you are there.

7 SEE & HEAR: A dynamic mother-daughter jazz duo

Renowned jazz performers Débora and Dani Gurgel are headed to the Bay Area for a trio of shows, thanks in no small part to their special Bay Area connecion.