5 things to do this weekend, including a twist on Thoreau's cabin and 'Waitress: The Musical' at the cinema

The winter flurries made their way to Boston on Wednesday, and this weekend, we’ll probably get a cool rain resulting in the muddy mixture that is so familiar in New England’s late fall. Have no fear. Whether you’re seeking a cozy night with latkes or a hike along newly installed artwork, this weekend’s roundup has a little something for everyone.

“Waitress,” the movie-turned-successful-Broadway show that debuted at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge in 2015, returns to Boston (as well as many other cities across the country) this week. Except this time it’s on the silver screen: a filmed version of the stage production with Sara Bareilles in the leading role. Bareilles wrote the music for the play and gave the Broadway production a second wind in 2017 when Jessie Mueller ended her run in the original cast. Working on this show was a transformative experience for Bareilles as an artist, and you can see her affection for this role and story in her performance, now all the more visible up close on the big screen. For those who enjoy watching an artist in their element or for those who simply enjoy a catchy musical, head to the cinema and enjoy the rare combination of Broadway and buttered popcorn. ‘Waitress’ will be in theaters everywhere for a limited run.

Where Bareilles is in her bubbly and bright element in “Waitress,” Anjimile is in his element in concert, and his musical footprint has been traveling farther each year. In 2018, a panel of judges for WBUR selected Anjimile’s NPR Tiny Desk Contest entry as the favorite local submission. His 2020 album “Giver Taker” earned praise from Rolling Stone, American Songwriter, Stereogum and NPR (among others) for its thoughtfully curated combination of reflective lyrics and captivating production as Anjimile reflected on his transness and deepening spirituality. This year, Apple put a spotlight on Anjimile’s “King” by featuring it at an event. The performance at the ICA marks a return to Boston after a 2021 move to North Carolina where Anjimile was born. Tickets start at $17 for ICA members and $22 for nonmembers.

‘Tis the season of holiday markets, and this weekend is no exception. SoWa Winter Festival has been underway since Black Friday. There’s another market at Trillium Canton this weekend. Closer to Boston, we have the Brighton Bazaar, which takes place on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the massive Roadrunner concert venue. The bazaar will be open to the public and bring together over 130 vendors. The event’s page boasts that the bazaar “dares to be different,” so don’t be surprised if you find unusual items such as the fittingly named vintage store Unpredictable Finds alongside the standard art, clothing and accessories. Best go early for the best selections of the day, and perhaps pair with a brunch at nearby Starfish & Coffee or Egg & Spoon.

Where can you go for a night of latkes, chocolate gelt and Hanukkah-inspired cocktails? All month long, Noir Bar in Cambridge is hosting Maccabee Bar, a Hanukkah pop-up. Featured drinks include the Latke Sour, which incorporates apple brandy and potato, and Oy, Wat a Night, a tequila and mezcal drink. The pop-up also has non-alcoholic cocktails, including a spin on the Latke Sour called Potato Potato. The menu offers snacks such as olives, hummus and a cautionary description of “untraditional latkes with traditional toppings.” Consider stopping by Maccabee Bar after a Thursday evening trip to the MFA, where the museum is marking the first night of Hanukkah (Dec. 7) with festivities and the opening of their new Judaica exhibit, “Intentional Beauty.”

You may have been one of the thousands of schoolchildren who traveled to see the location of Henry David Thoreau’s famed cabin at Walden Pond. Sculpturist Hugh Hayden offered his slanted perspective of the historic landmark — quite literally, he built a replica of the structure that leans. This kind of American history with a twist has become a theme for Hayden, whose site-specific works often inspire visitors to reconsider the stories we tell ourselves as a country. “Huff and a Puff” opened this fall and will remain on view at deCordova Sculpture Park for the next decade. The weather is expected to be mild, albeit a bit chilly, this weekend, so it’s perfect for those seeking an outdoor walk among art. The sculpture park grounds are open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors should also be aware that the indoor exhibits at deCordova Museum are currently closed while the building is under renovation.