Weekend Planner: Pet Fair, Reading with Rover, Beer Week, More

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

Redmond Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work, outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new places to explore.

Is there something we missed? Let us know by sharing the event details in the comments section.

• When/where: 10 a.m. Saturday, May 12, at the Redmond Senior Center
• Why go: Thinking about adding a new furry friend to the family? Or just interested in checking out the latest pet products? Stop by the Redmond Senior Center this Saturday for a pet-themed event featuring vendors, obedience and agility demonstrations, flyball races and more. Several animal shelters will also have pets available for adoption.
• Pricing: Admission is free. Well-mannered, house-trained pets on a six-foot or shorter leash are welcome.

Seattle Beer Week Kickoff at Malt and Vine

• Where/when: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 11, at Malt and Vine in Redmond
• Why go: Raise a glass to Seattle Beer Week and the start of the weekend at Redmond's Malt and Vine this Friday evening. The kickoff party will feature special brews from California's Firestone Brewing Company. Visit the Malt & Vine's Facebook page for more information about beer week events taking place at the shop.
• Pricing: Admission is free.

• When/where: 11 a.m. Saturday, May 12, at in Redmond
• Why go: Kids will have the chance to meet four canine reading pals this Saturday at McDonald's Book Exchange in Redmond. Each child will also be able to select a free storybook to take home.
• Pricing: Free

• When/where: 7 to 11 a.m. Sunday, May 13, at Juanita Beach Park in Kirkland
• Why go: Looking to get out and break a sweat in the spring sunshine this weekend? Head on over to Kirkland for a running event that fits all fitness levels. And don't miss the Kirkland Patch booth, where you can pick up some free Patch gear and sign up for our daily newsletters.
• Pricing: $30-$45. Kids' dash is free.