Smart List: Justin Bieber fever at Staples

Baby, baby, baby ... You might find yourself talking about Justin Bieber.

Put the laser guns away! Stat! The tween heartthrob — and his die-hard fans too — will invade Staples Center and its surrounding areas. We’ll let you decide whether the smart thing to do is attend or not. (Monday)

Do you ever really need an excuse to talk about “Sex and the City”?

Sure, it’s not exactly cinematic art, but the film versions of the hit HBO series are worthy of a viewing — despite what Rotten Tomatoes may suggest. Watch as Carrie and the gang roam Abu Dhabi (the sand jungle where dreams are made of) in the sequel to 2008’s big-screen debut. It’s the only place you’ll find Liza Minnelli singing and sashaying to Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It).” You’re welcome. (Tuesday)

The media are already consumed by it; talk about “Glee’s” take on “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.”

It’s garter time! The much-hyped episode of “Glee” (Wait. Isn’t that every episode?) airs this week. The spirited singers over at McKinley High will tackle songs from the ‘70s cult classic. Let’s just hope Mr. Shue doesn’t find an excuse to rap ... we’re still recovering from his rendition of the “Thong Song.” (Tuesday)

Give a collective #kanyeshrug (and talk about “Speak Now.”

The long-awaited third album (OK, that might be a stretch. But we’re sure Kanye West is super excited about it) from Taylor Swift hits stores. The blond pop star croons about past boyfriends — as far as we know, there is no song titled “Shirtless”; Taylor Lautner, your pecs are safe for now) — and bullies. (Tuesday).

If you like carnage, talk about “Saw 3D.”

Crank on the jigsaws! It’s the final planned chapter in the gory franchise — just in time to make your Halloween extra creepy. For those who like spewing blood in three dimensions, you’re in luck: The horror flick (a.k.a. “Saw VII”) is jumping on the 3-D bandwagon. (Friday)

— Yvonne Villarreal