Good morning, Rochester.

Local leaders will celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a free community event at the ESL Ballpark on Sunday.

Gates will open at 5 p.m. and the event will feature inflatable playgrounds, games, live music, a fireworks show, and free giveaways for early attendees.

Bikers Against Child Abuse's Rochester chapter visited ARC Rochester to support survivors & families, and they will meet Sunday, July 12 at 6:00 p.m. at The Moose Lodge, 5375 West Henrietta Rd to continue providing help.

Senator Chuck Schumer announced Thursday that L3Harris received an $84 million order from the U.S. Army to produce manpack radios for Next Generation Command and Control systems — production will take place at its Rochester facility following a $300 million contract last year.

Mamma G's Ristorante Italiano reopened its original Henrietta location at 2133 East Henrietta Road on July 9 after a five-month pause (staff are still training) and now serves classic Italian dishes from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.

The Corn Hill Arts Festival returns to the historic neighborhood this weekend with over 300 artists, vendors and musicians offering events like fairy house building and LEGO displays; the free event runs Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. + Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and includes free shuttle buses.

Thursday, Party in the Park will feature Almost Queen at MLK Park with food and craft beer; Shakespeare in the Park stages The Taming of the Shrew at Highland Park at 8 p.m., and the MAG hosts a free Pride celebration from 5 to 9 p.m. (drag and art continue).

CooperVision partners with the Strong Museum of Play & the University of Rochester Flaum Eye Institute to offer free vision screenings and an interactive exhibit on children's eye health this summer at the museum.

Experts met at ARC Rochester on Thursday to highlight the program.

New York state health officials reported nearly 400 cyclosporiasis cases since May (none in our area) and are working with the CDC and FDA to trace the foodborne parasite that causes severe diarrhea and vomiting.

Local spots offer free treats in July as part of promotions.

Enjoy ice cream at Perry’s Charcoal Corral on July 11, mac and cheese at Macarollin on July 14, smoothies at Penfield’s Smoothie King, and cheesecake at Cheesy Eddie’s from July 30 to Aug. 1 in Henrietta and South Wedge.

Advocates and housing professionals met this week in Rochester for a training course on accessible housing — the session focused on modern design features like zero step entries and wider doorways to support independent living.

Rochester’s Red Wings dropped a doubleheader at Polar Park on July 9 when a late sixth inning grand slam turned a three run lead into a 5 to 4 loss and the visitors knocked off the home team 10 to 2.

Fairport boys' basketball coach Scott Fitch led the USA U17 men's team to a gold medal after they defeated Serbia in Istanbul.

The win, his sixth with Team USA, came on July 5 and will be followed by clinics and local team workouts.

Rochester Anime-Fest

10 AM - 5 PM — RIT Inn & Conference Center — Exhibitor fees apply — A vibrant celebration of anime culture with collectibles, industry professionals, and fandom fun.

Nail Bite & Strange Culture Concert

6-9 p.m. — Photo City Music Hall — Get your tickets online — Heavy metal with genre-defying creativity takes the stage in Rochester.

Charlie Parr Live Performance

Time TBA — Bop Shop Records — $30 — Experience the heartfelt folk and blues sounds of Charlie Parr, a modern troubadour with deep roots in tradition.

Maplewood Rose Garden Concert Series

6:30 – 7:30 p.m. — Maplewood Rose Garden — Free entry — Enjoy intimate performances in a beautiful park setting as the Rochester City Parks Series returns.

Seers and Dreamers

6-10 p.m. — Wonderground — Sliding scale $15-$25 — Experience captivating melodies from Rochester's finest local musicians.

RPO Presents The Music of Led Zeppelin

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Kodak Center — Check website for ticket prices — Experience a thrilling fusion of symphonic power and iconic rock anthems.

Expressive Painting Workshop

2-4 p.m. — Wonderground — Sliding scale $15-$30 — Engage in a creative paint workshop that embraces exploration and joyful discoveries.

Rochester Speed Dating for Singles Aged 35-47

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Kin Event Space — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in an exciting speed dating format.

Nektar Concert

8-11 p.m. — Lovin' Cup — $35-$40 — Experience an immersive concert with Nektar blending sound, lights, and visuals.

The 7th Annual Black Culture Festival

July 26–27 — Parcel 5 — Free entry — Celebrate Black culture with music, food, vendors, and entertainment reminiscent of HBCU homecoming vibes.