So how did December arrive so quickly? One morning its fall and the next day Montreal is bedecked with Christmas paraphernalia. The holidays can be a busy time, full of cozy dinners, sleigh rides, skating… ok this is more of our Christmas fantasy. But before all your free time actually gets usurped by mad dash shopping and a suffocating amount of family of time, its probably a good idea to pack in some shows while you still can! Keep reading for highlights of shows happening this week around Montreal, including Bear Hands, Ra Ra Riot and Stars.