Cover illustration by Trevor Paul

Published June 7, 2007, by Metroland, the Capital Region’s alternative newsweekly. © 2007 Lou Communications, Inc., 419 Madison Ave., Albany, NY 12210 (518) 463-2500. Fax: (518) 463-3712. Not responsible for typographical errors.

The Perfect Summer Movie

The original modern blockbuster retains its power to scare and delight
By Darryl McGrath

The Zen of Hay

A summer of itchy, painful, time-consuming—but rewarding—meditation
By Carlene Willsie

Here’s the Pitch

You don’t have to travel far to experience the quintessential summer game
By Ashley Hahn

Bald Is Beautiful

Brazilian waxing lets you say goodbye to your pubes—painfully
By Carlene Willsie

The Kids on the Beach

Enjoying the pleasures—and overcoming the challenges—of taking small children to the ocean
By Stephen Leon

Get Out and See Something, Already

A brief introduction to the summer arts scene
By Shawn Stone

Summer Guide: The Listings