Kiddie Pools in stock at Kmart

(not actual pool)

We still have a few weeks of summer vacation and the thermometer shows no signs of mercy. But most places are sold out of kiddie pools, says a colleague with a young swimmer at home. Except for Kmart in North Hollywood, apparently. They have the rigid plastic ones that don't require you to huff and puff and blow the thing up. $8 each! It's a secret sale so you won't find it on their web site or in the weekly circular.

Visit them at 13007 Sherman Way, North Hollywood, (818-764-0250). Other locations in Northridge, Simi Valley, Valenica, and Burbank.