Construction on the hotel was scheduled to begin in early 2010 in time for a late 2011 opening.

All those late openings may make it difficult for shows to differentiate themselves, Mr. Bernstein said.

The latest official opening date is 2013, but most local people think that is wildly optimistic.

He, too, saw no connection between a late opening and eventual financial success.

The latest openings are part of a nationwide expansion by the chain.

Skiing areas in the West, too, have reported less snow than usual and late openings of some trails.

The issue today became: Who gets first call for a late opening?

There were three black head coaches in the National Football League before the latest openings.

Banks are open from 8.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday, with late opening usually one day a week.

Callahan's Place was getting ready for a late opening.