FURRY AND FLYING

Whether your favorite pet has scales, fur or whiskers, there's an attraction for you at the Twin Cities Pet Expo. More than 200 exhibit booths feature everything owners need for a happy pet. Visit the "Cock-A-Doodle Zoo" and see the Ultimate Air Dogs, TICA cat show and Outrun Flyball Team. Local rescue groups and animal organizations will have exhibits and demonstrations. Get information on adopting an animal. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat.; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. next Sun. $5-$9. Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Av. S., Mpls. www.twincitiespetexpo.com.

LET'S PLAY HOCKEY EXPO

Tournament fever is on the rise as players from throughout Minnesota compete. Hockey players and fans can check out this annual trade show featuring more than 350 booths and 150 companies displaying the latest in equipment and merchandise. Celebrity appearances include former Gopher and NHL forwards Scott Bjugstad, Neal Broten and Paul Broten and former U.S. Olympian Paul Johnson. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Free. RiverCentre Convention Hall, W. 7th St. and Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul. www.letsplayhockey.com.

MELISSA WALKER