Each year, there is an abundance of homeless or unwanted animals looking for a loving family to take them in as their own. Ruff Start Rescue, a Minnesota-based non-profit organization, hosts dozens of pet adoption events throughout the state each year, and on May 16, they will be hosting a day-long adoption event at the PetSmart of Maple Grove. On a yearly basis, Ruff Start dedicates countless resources and hours towards finding a home for as many animals as possible and they are always on the lookout for volunteers in the Twin Cities area. All ages. Free admission. Saturday, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. PetSmart, 11200 Fountains Drive., 763.355.3981; ruffstartrescue.org.