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Weekend events for Sept. 6-8

Sep 6, 2013, 5:00 AM | Updated: 6:24 am

PHOENIX — Looking for something to do this weekend in the Valley? The list below offers a few options.

Russell Brand

The star of “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” and other comedies brings his new stand-up act, “Messiah Complex,” to the Orpheum Theatre on Saturday.

Empowering Women Expo

This expo is all about you, ladies. In addition to several local speakers, there will be plenty of ways to improve yourself, ranging from self-defense exercises to Zumba demonstrations and more. Admission is free.

Tom Green

Miss the comedic antics of Tome Green? Get your fill of the ’90s MTV star at the Tempe Improv this weekend. Tickets are $22.

Teddy Bear Day

Do you like teddy bears? Glendale’s Teddy Bear Day is the place to be this weekend. The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.

Hawaiian Mega Hula

Tubers on the Salt River are in for an aloha of a good time this weekend when Salt River Tubing hosts the Hawaiian Mega Hula. Prizes will be given away for the best Hawaiian costume.

Eric Giliam

Abracadabra! Get ready to be amazed as Alaska-native Eric Giliam brings his magic show to Gilbert on Saturday. Tickets are $18.

Clean Comedy

Love comedy shows but can’t take the kids? Head to the Tempe Center for the Arts Friday evening for a night of kid-friendly jokes. Tickets start at $10.

Red White & Blues Festival

This live music event featuring blues and rock and roll is free, but donations are requested for severely injured members of the armed forces.

Movie Night in the Park

Grab the kids and head to Usery Mountain Regional Park on Friday. The whole family can learn more about the desert we alive in through a film and experts.

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