ROCKET POWER

Rocket scientists of all ages will love the Fly Me to the Moon Family Fun Day in Kennesaw on Saturday. The first 50 families —- ages 12 and younger and accompanying adults —- will receive a model rocket to build and decorate at the store. When the rocket is completed, each family will receive free passes for the 12:30 p.m. showing of the new 3D movie "Fly Me to the Moon" at AMC Barrett Commons theater. The fun starts at 10 a.m. and runs until noon. It's all free at Hobbytown USA, 840 Ernest Barrett Parkway. For more information, call 770-426-8800, or go to www.hobbytownusa.com.

FISH GOTTA SWIM, BIRDS GOTTA FLY

And you've gotta love Chattahoochee Nature Center's many activities this weekend.

Starting with the "Family Pond Study" at 11 a.m. Saturday. Ages 7 and up with an adult helper can explore what insects and fish live beneath the surface of the water. This activity is included in the admission price of $5; $4 for seniors, and $2 for ages 3-12. Kids under 2 get in free.

And while you're there, you'll see lots of butterflies in the air as the "Live Butterfly Release" takes place, also at 11 a.m. See the beauty of many native varieties up close and personal. It's included in the price of admission.

Then stick around for "Raptor Mealtime" at 2 p.m. That's when the center's staff will teach you all about the diets and feeding habits of the great horned owl and the red-shouldered hawk.

And finally, don't leave before dark, or you'll miss the "Night Hike" from 8-10 p.m. Join a naturalist on a journey outdoors to see what happens at night at the center and enjoy a summer campfire. Hikers must be 5 or older and the cost is $8.

On Sunday, come on out to the center's "Family Canoe Day" starting at noon. This class teaches kids 5 and older, along with their parents, about canoes, and how to paddle them. It ends with practice on the nature center pond. Registration is required for this activity and the cost is $15. Call 770-992-2055, Ext. 237, to reserve your spot.

The Chattahoochee Nature Center is at 9135 Willeo Road in Roswell. Info: 770-992-2055 or go to www.chattnaturecenter.com.

CALLING ALL 'AMERICAN IDOL' WANNABES

Now's your chance to compete in the next best thing —- Towne Lake Idol 2 —- the second annual singing competition to find the best of Towne Lake. Anyone 8 and older can apply and prizes will be awarded to the top finalists. The fun begins at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. If you can't get there this weekend, you'll still have a chance July 25-26. Tickets are $8 at Towne Lake Arts Center, 6576 Commerce Parkway in Woodstock. Info: 678-494-4251 or www.tlaclive.org.

HELPING OUR FURRY FRIENDS

Join in the fun and help some furry creatures at the same time when fashions from Talbots, Harold's and Acorn shops at the Avenue East Cobb will be shown. The spotlight will be on the clothing, but door prizes, vendors, lunch and a silent auction will also be part of the fun. Proceeds go to aid animals of the Cherokee County Humane Society. It all starts at 1 p.m. Saturday with a cost of $30. A limited number of tickets also will be sold at the door. It's at the UUMAN Universalist Church, 11420 Crabapple Road, Roswell. For tickets and more information, call 770-992-3949 or go to www.cchumanesociety.org.

SOUL PROVIDER

The Summer Star concert series presents Michael Bolton and the Cobb Symphony in Mableton Saturday. Bolton's "Soul Provider" album, released in 1989, sold 4 million copies and turned him into a superstar. "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You" won Bolton a Grammy for best pop male vocalist. In 2006, he released "Bolton Swings Sinatra," a 12-song tribute to Ol' Blue Eyes. The show starts at 8 p.m. Ticket prices are $38.75-$45, $20 for lawn seating at the Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre, 5239 Floyd Road. Tickets and information: 770-819-7765, 404-249-6400, or www.themhba.com.

BIG SKY MUSIC

Montana Skies —- the singing duo of husband and wife Jonathan and Jennifer Adams —- is bringing their unique sound to Marietta Saturday night. With Jonathan on guitars and Jennifer on cellos, Montana Skies has a contemporary instrumental sound. The show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $25. At The Art Place-Mountain View, 3330 Sandy Plains Road. For tickets or more info, call 770-509-2700, or online at www.theartplace.us.