Stresssed this summer?

Economic woes got you in a bummer? Boys driving you crazy? Thoughts of Fall semester giving you the runs?

Well look no further, my friends, and s-t-o-p with the poo-poo thinking! The only bumming you should be doing, is being a BEACH BUM!

It's summer time, and what better time to wake up early and enjoy your surroundings. No, not inside, but outside.

Take advantage of parks, museums, free concerts and events. Check your local listings for upcoming FREE events.

New York City is keen for having events for all the visitors and locals.

For example, if you're into music, Central Park Summer Stage has some good looks in the forecast.

Let's take a look for the month of JULY:

• Q-tip and newly announced Chester French (18th)

• Ginuwine, Chico De Barge, Joe (25th)

Springfield Park in Queens

• Chrisette Michele & Case (30th)

Can't forget sweet August:

Springfield Park in Queens

• Heather Headley and Deborah Cox (6th)

Central Park Summer Stage

• Jazmine Sullivan, Chrisette Michele, Jon B, Kenny Latimore (9th)

Hope you get those cute toes colored and get some MELANIN in your life!