Good morning, Syracuse.

Syracuse police shut down a viral 'bird thaw' event at Megaton Games on James Street Friday evening after noise complaints and parking block concerns led to an early end; owner Alex Silver was ticketed for a nuisance party and must appear in court on Aug.

6 at 9:30 a.m.

Central Library hosted its debut Baby Prom on Saturday in downtown, welcoming infants aged 1 month+3 years and their families to enjoy music, dancing, a balloon drop and an Under the Sea theme as part of OCPL's Summer Reading program.

The annual St. Patrick's Irish Fest was held yesterday on Tipperary Hill at St. Patrick's Church (Lowell Avenue) and featured Irish music, dance performances, local vendors, and family activities celebrating Irish heritage.

Syracuse University has received $1.5 million from New York State to replace windows at the Hall of Languages — a project aimed at modernizing campus facilities through state funding programs.

OCPL’s Check It Out podcast, hosted by Maggie and Tom, detailed summer reading programs at 19 libraries spanning suburbs from Brewerton to Jordan Bramley, offering children (and their parents) engaging local stories.

Carol Watson’s Gardening Update (this week) explains how local gardeners can protect outdoor plants from poor air quality caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires in Lafayette.

Her advice offers clear steps to adjust plant care amid rising particulate matter.

Smokey skies were seen over Syracuse Saturday morning as an aerial camera captured dense smoke drifting over Central New York.

Hardwired: A Metallica Tribute

7-11 p.m. — Westcott Theater — Cost info not specified — Experience an electrifying tribute to Metallica from Hardwired.

Rhythm & Brews

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Salt City Market Community Room — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing evening of smooth R&B, neo-soul, and spoken word performances.

Tim McGraw Concert

6:45-8:30 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Tickets TBA — Tim McGraw graces Syracuse with his Pawn Shop Guitar Tour alongside 49 Winchester.

Usher and Chris Brown Concert

3:30-8:30 p.m. — JMA Wireless Dome — Tickets from $148 — Experience an unforgettable night with Usher and Chris Brown live in Syracuse.

North Syracuse Speed Dating for Singles in Their 30s and 40s

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Vicinos Brick and Brew — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly setting.

Billy Idol Concert

7:30 PM — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of classic rock with Billy Idol in a vibrant outdoor setting.