Good morning, Rochester.

The Rochester Firefighters Benevolent Association hosted a special spring event Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at Mount Hope Cemetery as part of the ongoing Daffodil Project—community members planted 3,500 daffodil bulbs last October to honor local firefighters.

Yesterday, Youth For Christ Rochester hosted a basketball event to tackle fatherlessness by connecting young men with godly role models and teaching spiritual values.

The initiative comes as a response to the community's high rate — 73% — of children living with single parents.

Rochester fire crews battled a basement fire on Colvin Street Sunday afternoon—causing significant damage to both the basement and first floor while all six occupants, including one adult and five children, remained safely outside and the home was declared unlivable after the fire was controlled in 20 minutes.

Frank Martusciello has quietly reopened his Italian bakery Casa Saratoga at 2280 Lyell Ave. in Gates after more than three years away; he runs the shop solo, baking breads, pastries, calzones and pizzas for loyal neighborhood customers.

The bakery is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Martusciello hopes to eventually take on a partner to keep his family's legacy alive.

On Saturday at 9:10 p.m., a 71-year-old homeless man was hit by a black sedan while crossing West Ridge and Bonesteel roads; he suffered lower body injuries and was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital, and police are asking anyone with information to call 911.

Store owners and consumers are split over a proposed state Senate bill that would let grocery stores sell wine—liquor store operators warn it could cut jobs and income while chains like Tops and Wegmans back the move for easier access to local wines.

The bill requires that the wine or its ingredients be made in New York, and winemakers see both risks and opportunities in this changing market.

The Ontario County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with local departments — led by Wegmans in Canandaigua as the collection site — gathered over 700 pounds of unused medications on Saturday, April 27.

More than 300 community members joined the DEA Drug Take Back Day to help prevent opioid misuse.

Adirondack Sunset Painting Event

6-8 p.m. — Rising Storm Brewing Company at The Mill — $37.50 — Enjoy a guided painting experience inspired by the Adirondacks while sipping on local brews.

Bass Chamber Featuring Crucible

7 PM – 1 AM — Photo City Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience heavy basslines with an epic lineup of electronic artists including Crucible and Two Kind.

HARDWIRED: Metallica Tribute Concert

7-10 p.m. — Montage Music Hall — All Ages — Experience a tribute to Metallica with an evening of rock and roll.

Wine Lips Live Performance

8 PM – 12 AM — Bug Jar — Tickets available — Experience the explosive energy of Wine Lips as they debut tracks from their latest album 'Super Mega Ultra'.

Branford Marsalis Quartet Performance

8-11 p.m. — The Hochstein School — Pre-show drinks at 6:30 p.m. — Experience an unforgettable evening of jazz with the acclaimed Branford Marsalis Quartet.

Bruce Hornsby & yMusic present: BrhyM

7-10 p.m. — Temple Theater — All ages welcome — Experience the musical journey of Grammy-winning artist Bruce Hornsby alongside the innovative ensemble yMusic.

Food House Tour

6 PM – 12 AM — Water Street Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience Food House's high-energy performance featuring their new album, 'Two House'.

Changes to the NYS Uniform & Energy Codes - 2025

1-5 p.m. — Five Star Bank — Registration required — Explore upcoming changes to New York State Uniform and Energy Codes with expert Laura Cooney.

Rochester Lilac Festival

7-11 p.m. — Highland Park — Free entry — Celebrate spring with live music, food vendors, and stunning lilac displays at North America's largest collection.

Rochester New York vs BC United NY Football Match

6:30 PM — Empire United Soccer Complex — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling football match as local teams clash in an exciting showdown.