Good morning, Syracuse.

Mayor Sharon Owens proclaimed today as Liberian Independence Day at City Hall with a flag-raising ceremony + remarks by Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon, who praised the vibrant community.

Celebrations continue this evening and tomorrow, with funds raised benefiting Liberia’s progress.

The fifth annual Chalk Jam event took place Saturday on Montgomery Street and drew children and adults to create sidewalk chalk art (judges then voted on entries, awarding one child tickets to Seabreeze Amusement Park and one adult a goodie bag).

The Puerto Rican Festival celebrated heritage and community in Liverpool this weekend with music, food and cultural activities.

Festival director Jesus Rolon said the event crowned a Festival Queen with a scholarship to support youth and volunteer projects.

The 48th Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show started Friday at Clift Park in Skaneateles, featuring about 80 boats such as runabouts and sailboats.

Today, the show runs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with free parking (including a shuttle from nearby lots).

Local leaders said Friday on NBC3’s Your Town that Micron’s multi-billion dollar project in Clay has spurred increased inquiries in Cicero about land and home improvements while Village officials plan road widenings to ease traffic and support rising job opportunities.

Onondaga County Public Libraries are hosting their 'Unearth a Story' summer reading series for kids across 32 branches this summer, with live reptile shows (RepCo Wildlife Encounters) and a Robotics Petting Zoo, plus Comic Con at the Solvay Branch.

Donna B also leads programs for toddlers.

In this week’s Gardening Update, Carol shows viewers which plants repel mosquitoes during warmer months – her video explains how to plant to naturally deter bugs.

On Friday night at PNC Field, the Syracuse Mets beat the RailRiders 8-1 as Mauricio posted four RBIs including a two-run home run & strong pitching kept RailRiders at bay; the team will face them again on Saturday.

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.