Want to go to a pool party? You can every day of the week in Las Vegas, whether you're staying at the sponsoring casino or not. As part of the morphing from just plain pools to all-day party destinations, several casinos have opened their complexes to the public (usually for a fee). Here's the list. Open parties run every day of the week at Green Valley Ranch, Las Vegas Hilton, and Red Rock Resort. On Monday parties are also held at the Flamingo and Hard Rock; Thursdays at the Mirage; Fridays at the Palms and Palazzo; Saturdays at Palazzo; and Sundays at the Hard Rock, MGM Grand, Mirage, Venetian, and Palazzo. Many of these are held at specific pools — e.g., the Mirage parties are at BARE Pool — so call ahead to get the details.

Free for all: In an interesting experiment, the Tropicana pool is open to everyone with no fee for admission all summer long. It's a great offer from a place that's been known for years for its lush pool area, but although this has been verified, you should still call ahead to make sure the offer hasn't been rescinded.

Charo to Riv: Sitcom actress, singer and primo guitarist Charo will perform at the Riviera beginning July 10. While it appears that the intention is for this to be a permanent show, that hasn't been confirmed. However, current plans call for a Wednesday-through-Monday schedule; ticket prices are $62.45, $75, and $85.

Q. I've read here that several Broadway shows have failed in Las Vegas, yet you wrote last week that "The Lion King" has just opened at Mandalay Bay. Is Broadway in Vegas in or out?

A. In more than out. "The Lion King" has opened to terrific reviews, joining Strip mainstays "Phantom" at Venetian and "Jersey Boys" at Palazzo. Plus, work is about to begin on a $245 million events complex located between the Strip and downtown, planned for a 2012 debut, that's expected to bring in additional Broadway shows, along with symphony, opera, and other similar productions.

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