My favourite decks from the past year

Playing cards make the ideal gift, particularly the many beautiful custom decks available nowadays. Almost everyone can use a deck of cards at some point, so they have an instant and universal appeal, especially if a deck has some customized artwork and is packaged in an appealing tuck box.
In this list I want to focus on some of my favourite decks that have come out in the past year 2020. This year has been a challenging year for many of us in light of the coronavirus that has swept across the world. But in the middle of all this darkness, there have also been some bright spots, which include the brand new crop of custom decks that have appeared in the marketplace.
The suggestions I'm making are very much a matter of personal choice, and other playing card enthusiasts might make other choices. I haven't seen each and every deck that hit the market in the past year, and there are undoubtedly plenty of other worthy decks that qualify for a list like this. I've also not included any decks that have haven't yet been produced, even if they have been crowdfunded. This list strictly covers decks that you should be able to obtain from online retailers and resellers. I've also not included so-called "hype decks" that sell out almost immediately at the publisher level (e.g. Fontaines), but only those that enter retail channels and are more widely and readily available.
I've also included links to where you find them at PlayingCardDecks so that you can see images of the tuck boxes and cards for each item, and because they're the retailer I personally buy playing cards from the most. But you should be able to find these decks at most online retailers.

Popular Series

Several series of playing cards have become brands of their own, and achieved nearly cult status from collectors. This past year has seen some great additions to the line-ups from popular series that include big names like Jerry's Nuggets, Cherry Casino, and NOC.
● Jerry's Nugget Aqua Playing Cards - Jerry's Nuggets are a modern icon in the world of playing cards, due to the cult status of this deck, which was praised by cardists around the world. It was originally printed in the early 1970s, and was so much in demand in recent decades that copies fetched over $500 in the secondary market. A very successful reprinting of the original blue and red decks happened in 2019, and in the past year we've seen multiple reprints in different colours. Among my favourites in this series are the bright colours like orange, yellow, and green, which have all appeared in the past year. But there's also something for those who prefer a more muted look, such as steel and black. For more in this series, see Jerry's Nugget decks.
● Cherry Casino Tropicana Teal Playing Cards - The Cherry Casino decks capture a retro vibe, and are a throwback to the old fruit machines from gambling halls, with their distinctive cherry artwork. For me the real appeal of this series lies in the gorgeous card backs, which have a metallic sheen making them feel instantly different from all other decks. The face cards are all quite standard, so that makes them ideal for card games or card magic. Multiple new colours continue to appear in this series, such as Flamingo Quartz Pink, and most recently McCarran Silver. For more in this series, see Cherry Casino decks .
● NOC 3000X2 Purple Playing Cards - The acronym NOC originally stood for Nothing Only Colour, and in line with this the initial decks in this series were all very minimalist. Many people like to collect and use the NOC decks, and over time the series has evolved somewhat. The most recent releases show some new splashes of creativity, and with the NOC 3000X2 deck we travel into the future, past the year 3000. Vibrant purples and pinks inhabit the landscape of the cards, for a very modern and flashy look that is particularly well suited to cardistry. This particular deck is also available in a matching pink version. For more in this series, see NOC decks.

Popular Brands

There are several big brands that you can count on for quality, and this year was no exception, with big companies like Theory11, Ellusionist, and Art of Play all continuing to contribute wonderful playing cards to the market.
● James Bond 007 Playing Cards - When it comes to glamorous tuck boxes, it doesn't get much better than the luxury of playing card producer Theory11. This wonderful deck is a tribute to agent 007, James Bond. I collect most of the Theory11 decks, and this one is particularly terrific, with a supreme tuck box, and Bond-inspired paraphernalia on the court cards and on the card back. Close observers will find many Bond gadgets and more. Theory11 have put out several stylish releases in the past year, another one being the Hollywood Roosevelt deck. For more, see Theory11 decks.
● Shadow Masters Legacy v2 Playing Cards - One of the companies at the forefront of the custom playing cards movement was Ellusionist and their Black Tiger deck continues to be a modern icon. While they've since been overshadowed by the many custom decks produced in the crowd-funding era over the past decade, they continue to produce some memorable decks from time to time that are worth picking up. The Shadow Masters Legacy v2 is a black deck in the classic Ellusionist style, and represents the kind of thing that made them great to begin with. A jet black background is the chief feature of this deck, and the red and white used for the artwork and pips stands out beautifully against the inky black. This deck compares favourably with any other deck from the modern era. For more, see Ellusionist decks.
● Yellow Wheel Playing Cards - The brand Art of Play is the home of influential cardists Dan and Dave Buck. Their Red & Blue Wheel decks are among my all-time favourite decks, with gorgeous metallic inks as part of a split-pip design. The Yellow Wheel deck is their latest entry in the Wheel series, that retains the original card backs but now in yellow. But the highlight is the card faces, with the split pips employing a stunning metallic silver that complements the cards beautifully. This is a completely custom deck that is certain to impress anyone who sees it. Art of Play produces many new decks each year, and their Henry & Sally deck is a fun novelty release also worth checking out. For more, see Art of Play decks.

Popular Designers

They are a very select group, but there are some notable designers in the playing card industry who have developed a real name for themselves, have generated a large following of loyal fans, and continue to produce high quality custom decks on a regular basis.
● Italia Radiosa Playing Cards - Italian designer Giovanni Meroni is the man behind Thirdway Industries, and his playing cards are in high demand from collectors around the world. His signature style is immediately recognizable in each of his decks, and this one is no exception. Along with its companion Italia Segreta, it's themed around the wonders and secrets of Italy. The unique court cards are the real highlight, showcasing Giovanni's usual creativity and style. The number cards are also fully custom. These are the kinds of decks that will hold their value well in years to come. If you want even more vibrant colours, check out Modern Idols, from the same creator. For more, see Giovanni Meroni decks.
● Postage Paid Playing Cards - Behind the brand Kings Wild Project is Jackson Robinson, who is one of the few professional designers that actually makes a living out of designing playing cards. This deck was inspired by the idea of playing cards functioning as postcards, each with its own stamp and post paid stamp. All 50 US states are represented on different cards, and everything about this deck is fully customized. This deck was produced in only limited numbers, so it will be out of stock in most places. But if you're quick, you can still grab Jackson Robinson's General Admission deck, which applies a similar concept to tickets, with each card representing a vintage ticket stub from the early 20th century. For more, see Jackson Robinson decks.
● Kodiak Playing Cards - From popular designer Jody Eklund and his Black Ink Playing Cards Company, comes this delightful deck of playing cards that is geared to the poker player and collector. The cards have a very classic look, but offer a fresh take on the designs of the court cards and pips. Jody is highly respected for his approach to graphic design, and these cards will prove an excellent choice if you like playing card games, and want to bring something stylish and attractive to the table. For more, see Jody Eklund decks.

Magician Decks

Most magicians can perform their magic with any deck, but typically they prefer to do card magic with a deck where novelty and customization are minimal, so as not to distract from their magic. These decks are well suited to performing magic, and contain bonus gaff cards or other secrets that enable them to produce miracles not possible with ordinary decks.
● Card College Playing Cards - These decks are a tribute to the most outstanding modern teacher of the fundamentals of card magic, Roberto Giobbi. Mr Giobbi is the author of Card College, a series of best-selling books which are the modern gold standard for learning card magic. Available in red and blue, these decks are simple and practical for the working magician, and as a bonus each contains two double backer gaff cards. If you want more luxury, check out the stunning Luxury 3 Deck Set, which has even more stylish cards, individually numbered tuck boxes with unique origami style features, packaged in an attractive acrylic box - the ideal collectible or gift for magicians.
● Remedies Royal Blue Playing Cards - The Remedies decks come from popular creators Daniel Madison and Daniel Schneider, and this is a successor to the Remedies Scarlet Red deck. Many collectors love the Black Roses brand of playing cards, and collect whatever they produce. This blue Remedies deck has a classic and minimalist look with bold blue card backs, and is very functional and practical. The inclusion of a special Angle Zero gaff makes it ideal for magicians.
● DMC Elites Red v5 Playing Cards - Of all the marked decks I own, the DMC Elites is easily my first choice whenever I want a marked deck with cards that can be easily read from a distance, due to the clever and yet almost invisible marking system it uses. This deck has previously been released in several different colours, and now incorporates Tamariz's Mnemonica stack. All you need is the deck, but there is a terrific Passport book available separately, which will give you some great ideas for routines you can pull off with this great marked deck. For more, see Marked decks.

Cardistry Decks

Card flourishing has really boomed in recent years, and especially shines when cardists use a deck that has colourful and striking patterns optimized for cardistry, that enhance the visual aesthetics of cards in motion, as these decks show.
● Neon Orange Cardistry Playing Cards - This deck represents Bicycle's attempt to meet a demand for a relatively low-cost deck geared towards card flourishing. The card backs have a geometric design, and the faces are all identical and completely non-standard, showcasing the latest evolution in playing cards optimized entirely for cardistry. Bright colours ensure that the cards look visually appealing in fans, spreads, and flourishing moves. Alongside this vibrant orange deck is its blue companion, the Neon Blue Aurora deck.
● Autumn Circle Cardistry Playing Cards - Tally Ho is a classic brand that USPCC has been producing for a long time. The circle back design of the typical Tally Ho deck has become iconic, and is especially appreciated by those who enjoy card flourishing. Each year the folks at Bicycle produce some in-house decks for special occasions, and the Autumn Circle Back deck is a lovely result. The colours capture the warmth and glow of autumn leaves and the mood of harvest time, while the pattern on the card backs is perfect for cardistry.
● ArrowDynamix Cardistry Playing Cards - Given the high volume of cardistry decks appearing all the time, it can be difficult to come up with something completely original, but this minimalist deck has accomplished exactly that. Each card features a giant vertical arrow on the card backs, and a giant horizontal arrow on the faces. With carefully choreographed sequences and moves, you can create truly unique patterns and effects that you simply can't achieve with any other cardistry deck.

Animal-themed Decks

Do you love animals, or do you have an animal lover in your life? There are a lot of wonderful custom decks that are tributes to our four legged friends, or depict some of our favourite creatures.
● Woof and Whiskers Dog Playing Cards - The real appeal of this deck is the cute tuck box, which has cardboard ears that fold up, to complete the look of the friendly dog on the front of the box. I would have liked to see some more customization with the number cards, but it's still a very charming deck, with delightful custom artwork on the court cards and aces. This is one of two Zoo 52 decks, so if you like the Dog deck, you'll also want to pick up the Playful Paws Cat deck, which is equally cute.
● Aviary Playing Cards - There are a lot of independent creators that produce Bicycle branded playing cards with the help of industry giant USPCC, but this big name producer also releases its own in-house decks. This is my favourite of their four newest releases that hit the market at the end of 2020, and is a very classy looking deck with artwork inspired by a traditional look, but with adjustments to give it a custom feel, and the presence of several birds carefully positioned throughout the deck. Of the four new releases from Bicycle, the Sea King deck is also proving to be very popular.
● King of Tigers Playing Cards - If you're looking for a deck with bling, this is it. The card backs have a borderless tiger skin pattern, which has been printed with some of the latest technology that makes use of foil for a truly eye-catching look. The tuck box is even more glamorous. While the court cards are clearly inspired by traditional courts, the Jokers bring back the tiger theme strongly, and the tiger skin look recurs throughout the deck.

Food-themed Decks

Recent years have seen some wonderful novelty decks themed around different kinds of food. These are always a great way to whet your appetite for a card game, or to show off to family or friends, and have proved a real hit with collectors.
● Squeezers V3 Playing Cards - Good luck getting your hands on decks from this extremely popular series from Organic Playing Cards, because they sell out quickly. These fruit inspired decks have delightful tuck boxes, and this grapefruit themed deck even comes in a tuck box that looks like a juice box, and is actually scented like grapefruit. The cards themselves are quite practical, but add humorous grapefruit themed elements to the court cards, and new bold colours. OPC's 2020 releases also included the watermelon-themed Carvers deck, while their current release sees the brand go in a slightly new direction with the corn-themed Shuckers.
● Noodlers Chicken Playing Cards - If you like the concept behind the Organic Playing Cards series, you'll probably also enjoy this deck, which has a similarly styled tuck box to the Squeezers decks, but represents a packet of ramen noodles. The orange colour on the card backs and pips has also been inspired by the noodles theme. The artwork on the court cards has a quaint and cute style, with each character depicted in a light hearted style quite different from standard courts, and all holding a bowl of noodles. For a final laugh, the Jokers provide us with the necessary packet of "chicken seasoning" to add to our noodles.
● Citrus Playing Cards - Created by Flaminko, the Deliciousness series has been somewhat overshadowed by the more successful fruit inspired cards from Organic Playing Cards. But I love the Flaminko decks, because they apply customization to all elements of the cards, including the pips. This novelty deck is well suited for card flourishing, card games, and collectors, and cleverly captures all that is juicy and wonderful about citrus fruit.

Music-themed Decks

Music is another evergreen theme, and there's a solid range of lovely decks for the music lover, whether your taste is classical or more contemporary rock-and-roll.
● Composers Mozart Playing Cards - This deck is part of a series that also includes other composers like Bach. These decks are true collector pieces, and make a wonderful tribute to some of the greatest composers of all time. The tuck boxes have a very classical look, and metallic ink enhances the gorgeous card backs. Meanwhile completely custom artwork on the faces emphasizes a vintage and classical feel. They are great for music lovers and collectors, but if classical music isn't your thing, then check out the Rock and Roll deck.
● Piano Player Playing Cards - If the piano is your instrument of choice, this is a deck for you. The creative tuck box is available in two styles, one with two black keys and the other with three black keys, which means you can place two decks alongside each other to create a larger keyboard. Fully custom characters inhabit the court cards, with the keyboard motif returning in the details of the artwork. Small touches like this really make this creative deck a thing of unique beauty.
● Soundboards v3 Midnight Playing Cards - Remember the old walk-man cassette players? In the 1980s these revolutionary electronic devices were among the first to make your personal music collection portable. The Soundboards deck replicates the look of a classic walk-man, and the Jokers complete the look by bringing the cassette tape look into the box. This Midnight edition has a dark look, so you might also want to consider the red deck if you prefer a more traditional colour.

Fiction & Film themed Decks

Most of us love a good story, whether it's in the pages of a novel or on our screens. Here are some great custom decks that are loving tributes to some of the best from the worlds of fiction and film.
● Jane Austen Playing Cards - Fans of the classic novel will appreciate the loving treatment that Jane Austen's famous novels have received in this delightful tribute from the Art of Play label. Each suit represents a different novel, with the court cards featuring the lead characters in the story. The design of the characters is inspired by period costumes and reflects the fashions from the time in which the stories are set. The classy tuck case ensures that everything is nicely packaged and well presented.
● Star Wars Playing Cards - Theory11 achieved a real coup by acquiring the rights to bring the Star Wars brand to playing cards. They were the perfect company to ensure that the result was a classy deck that did justice to the world of the films. This pair of Light Side and Dark Side decks begins with a top quality and highly attractive tuck case, as we've come to expect from Theory11. The court cards all feature different characters from the movies, and the design is the perfect blend of customization and playability, making this a practical deck you can bring out for your favourite card game, or to give to the Star Wars fan in your life. A similar pair of decks was produced later in the year in White and Black.
● King Arthur Playing Cards - The result of a collaboration between Riffle Shuffle and Studio Muti, this pair of red and green decks tell the story of the famous Arthurian legend. For me it's a personal and nostalgic childhood favourite, in light of the adventure and imagination it evokes. But as impressive as these decks are, they pale besides the King Arthur Gold deck, which has gold metallic ink on the faces, and gold foil on the card backs, for a truly extravagant look. Inside and out, this is a stunning tribute to a timeless classic from the world of fiction.

Space-themed Decks

So I cheated. I already have a section devoted to cardistry, so I figured I'd sneak in a second category, by including some cardistry decks that all have a space theme. These decks all feature colourful visuals that work well for flourishing, but can also be enjoyed by collectors who appreciate their vibrant colours and exuberant designs.
● Solokid Constellation Playing Cards - This set of twelve decks captures the twelve different star signs. It was produced by Bocopo, a company well known for producing colourful custom decks that appeal especially to cardists and collectors. These decks are typical Bocopo offerings, with evocative colours that are unique to each different deck, to help capture a different feeling for each and every constellation. If you like vibrant colour, you'll certainly find something to enjoy here.
● Stargazer New Moon Playing Cards - Several different decks have now appeared in the Stargazer series, but the recent New Moon deck is probably my favourite. The circular moon that appears on all the card backs makes it an ideal deck for card flourishing moves like spins and twirls. The face cards have some truly vibrant colours, and capture well the feel of a night sky bursting with colour and life.
● Sirius B v3 Playing Cards - I fell in love with the style of the original Sirius B deck, so this third edition was always going to win me over. The court cards consist of a blur of colours that look like paints mixed together, and this style has also been applied to the pips. The colours are the real appeal here, and the signature design of the card backs also looks very nice in card flourishes.

Transformation Decks

I personally adore transformation cards, and consider them to be one of the most fascinating and memorable types of playing cards there is. The idea is that you take the pips and incorporate them into a larger picture that forms a unique work of art, for each and every card in the deck.
● Cotta's Almanac #1 Reproduction Playing Cards - This historic deck was first created in 1805 by J.C. Cotta, and was the very first of its kind. Themed on the "Joan of Arc" play by Schiller, the beauty and creativity of these cards will still win over collectors today. Lovingly produced in a high quality modern edition, this recreation is the first of the entire series of Cotta transformation decks that is being reproduced by PCD.
● 5th Kingdom Playing Cards - This deck is possibly my favourite original release from PCD in the past year. It is an outstanding example of the creativity and originality of a semi-transformation deck, where the pips have been cleverly incorporated into the artwork. Each suit represents a different culture, turning each individual card into a work of art that can be admired and enjoyed.
● Pack of Dogs V2 Playing Cards - This transformation deck is the work of John Littleboy, who has produced a number of such decks in his inimitable style, including Pack of Dogs, Kitten Club, Mermaid Queen, and Bag of Bones. The number cards are my favourites, and in this deck each of these represents a larger art piece with a dog. Each suit has a progressive image, so they don't feel totally unique from each other. It's more like a series of consecutive snapshots, and you can use flip animation to tell the story. Littleboy's Kitten Club V2 deck applies a similar concept to cats.

In-House Decks

PlayingCardDecks doesn't just sell playing cards, but Will Roya also uses his wealth of experience to team up with designers and graphic artists to produce high quality custom decks under the PCD label. Here are some great custom decks that were published in-house over the course of 2020.
● Astronaut Playing Cards - This novelty deck is a delightful creation that will please anyone who has an interest in space and space travel, in light of its unique theme. The Kings are all depicted as astronauts, while the Queens and Jacks represent space travellers. The card backs have a futuristic look with neon lights, and this look carries over to the number cards, which are highly customized with unique red and blue pips.
● Beekeeper Playing Cards - There are plenty of bee themed playing cards already on the market, but the artwork style gives this one a truly unique feel. Two decks were produced, one with light card backs and the other with dark card backs. This is a great novelty deck for the collector, because there's especially some delightful creativity to be found with the bee-inspired pips, and the detailed custom artwork on the court cards.
● Testament Classic Playing Cards - This is a Biblical themed deck created by artist Ben Green. It's intended as an art deck, with the images on the cards depicting Biblical characters from well-known narratives. Representing a dual love for playing cards and a love for Bible-inspired art, this deck will especially appeal to the collector.

Out-of-the-Ordinary Decks

I'm a sucker for highly unusual decks with a high degree of novelty, and even though these are not ones I'd typically use for playing card games, they have very unique features that make them stand out from your average custom deck.
● Starry Night Puzzle Playing Cards - Fancy a deck that doubles as a jigsaw puzzle? This clever deck takes its inspiration from Vincent Van Gogh's famous painting, The Starry Night. The artwork on the card faces is all taken from the painting, and all the cards can be pieced together to make a single giant picture, thus effectively functioning as a large puzzle. Yet each card has clear indices so it's still something you can use for card games too. Definitely unique and out of the ordinary, this set of playing cards is a perfect choice for fans of classic art and paintings.
● Falcon Razors Deluxe Throwing Playing Cards - Rick Smith Jr has made multiple world records in throwing playing cards. His baseball background holds him in good stead, but anybody can learn to throw playing cards if you use the techniques Rick teaches. These throwing cards were a collaboration with legendary flourisher De'vo, and were featured in one of this year's viral videos from Dude Perfect, which featured Rick and his amazing card throwing. The cards are slightly thicker than standard Bicycle stock, to ensure extra durability and performance for card throwing.
● AQUA Invisible Plastic Playing Cards - If you're looking for something completely different, this might hit the mark. This is a ground-breaking deck that is the closest thing to being invisible. All the cards are made out of completely transparent plastic, after which a high gloss transparent printing is applied to selected areas of the cards to produce the designs and pips. So each card is effectively completely transparent, and yet you can see its unique artwork and determine its value and suit. The handling is surprisingly better than you'd expect for a completely plastic deck, and it's certainly something unique.

Other Gift Ideas

Do you want to let your gift recipient make their own decision about what to get, or are you not quite sure what to buy? Here are a couple of special gift ideas that might help out, even if it is to give your family or friends a convenient way to enable you to select your own gift!
Firstly, there's a wide range of accessories available for playing cards, like card clips, card cases, and more. Alternatively, consider a gift card, which is available in amounts of $10, $25, $50, $100, and $200. There's also the popular Pip Box Club, which has been around for over two years. Subscribers get a selection of decks and goodies shipped to them each month, and offers great value with each box.
Boxing Day Sale: Right now you can take advantage of a special sale at PlayingCardDecks, and save $10 off any order over $30 by using the code box20. This coupon is valid from Boxing Day until the end of 2020.
Happy shopping, and happy holidays!

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Weekly posts are baaaack! This is the catch-up post to bring us into February and you can look for posts on Sunday nights for the upcoming week.
If you liked the monthly list, the link to it is in the Other Things to Do Links at the bottom of this list. As always, please share events I missed in the comments of this thread.

Multi-day Weekend Events

Dallas Boat Expo | Jan 31-Feb 2 | | Market Hall | $12
Salome Opera-in-Concert | Jan 31, Feb 2 | Meyerson Symphony Center | $49 - $169
Star Wars, Parody & Pop Culture Free 3 Day Art Event | Jan 31-Feb 2 | Dallas Marriott | Free
Alice in Wonderland Free 3 Day Art Event | Jan 31-Feb 2 | Dallas Marriott | Free
My Hero Convention: Texas Smash | Jan 31-Feb 2 | Irving Convention Center |$25 and up
Anime Dallas | Jan 31-Feb 2 | Esports Stadium Arlington & Expo Center | $60 Weekend Pass
Cirque Italia Water Circus | Jan 30-Feb 2 | Town East Mall, Mesquite | $25 and up
Helen Hong | Jan 30-Feb 2 | Hyena’s Dallas | Free Thursday with RSVP, $15 and up
Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo | Til Feb 8 | Will Rogers Memorial Ctr, Fort Worth | $12 & up

Local Exhibits

Red Lanterns in Neiman Marcus Court at NorthPark Center through Feb 8
Red Lantern Display at Galleria Dallas Ice Rink through Feb 10
Lucha Libre 2020 at Oak Cliff Cultural Center through Feb 15
Kinsey Collection at the African American Museum through March 1
Violence and Defiance at the Dallas Museum of Art through March 8
Punk Noir at South Dallas Cultural Center through March 21
Ruckus Rodeo at The Modern, Fort Worth through March 29
Barry X Ball: Remaking Sculpture at the Nasher Sculpture Center through April 19
Hip Squares at The Museum of Geometric and MADI Art through April 26
Beili Liu: One and Another at Crow Museum of Asian Art through August 16

Local Theatre

Imagine Broadway | Jan 30-Feb 1 | Theatre Three
Zombie, Dearest | Jan 3 - Feb 15 | Pocket Sandwich Theatre
The Drowsy Chaperone | Jan 30 - Feb 23 | Firehouse Theater, Farmers Branch
Sherlock Holmes and the Portal of Time | Jan 9 - Feb 1 | Rover Dramawerks, Plano
Frank-N-Friend | Jan 31 - Feb 16 | Casa Mañana, Fort Worth
To Be Young, Gifted & Black | Jan 24 - Feb 23 | Jubilee Theatre, Fort Worth
Ada and the Engine | Jan 9 to Feb 9 | Stage West, Fort Worth

Daily Things to Do - Jan 31-Feb 2

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Friday, 1/31
Friday Night Stand-Up: Paul Varghese at Dallas Comedy House
Tayla Parx at House of Blues
Lloyd Cole: From Rattlesnakes to Guesswork 2020 Tour at The Kessler
Beat Root Revival at Poor David’s Pub
Maldita Vecindad at The Bomb Factory
Prospère, A Photo-Art Exhibit Charity Gala at Hall Arts Hotel
Delfos Danza Contemporánea at Winspear Opera House
Cheat Codes Live Performance at Theory (Uptown)
Michael Salgado at New West Dallas
The Kingston Trio at Arlington Music Hall
Piano Battle at Eisemann Center, Richardson
Chaka Khan at Winstar World Casino, Thackerville, Oklahoma
Today is National Hot Chocolate Day - check your news and social media sources for specials!
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Saturday, 2/1
Dallas Mavericks vs. Atlanta Hawks at American Airlines Center
Free First Saturdays at the Nasher Sculpture Center
Crow Museum's 21st annual Chinese New Year Festival at NorthPark Center Canceled
The Stuff 35mm (film) + Live Music from Nervous Curtains & Black Taffy at Texas Theatre
Letters To My Beginnings at Clarence Muse Cafe Theater, Black Academy of Arts and Letters
The Blvd – A Scale Model Lowrider Show at Deep Ellum Art Co
The Fab Four - The Ultimate Tribute at The Majestic
Paula Atherton & Julian Vaughn at Bishop Arts Theatre Center
CRUEligans at Granada Theater
Emo Nite Dallas at Lizard Lounge
A Giant Dog at Three Links
Netherfriends at Ruins
Paper Piel by Jimena Bermejo & Chris Brokaw at the Latino Cultural Center,
Frost Fest at Ranchview High School, Irving
Neal McCoy at Arlington Music Hall
Pat Green at Billy Bob’s Texas, Fort Worth
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Sunday, 2/2
It’s Groundhog Day!
Groundhog Day Sunrise Ceremony with Arboretum Annie at the Dallas Arboretum
Hookah & Mimosas at The Island Spot
The Sweet Lillies at Deep Ellum Art Co
Electric Guest at Trees
Industry Night at Punk Society
Sunday Social at Gator’s Dallas
Olympic Pride, American Prejudice (film) at the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum
Super Bowl LIV
San Fran 49ers vs. KC Chiefs at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL
Watch Parties
Big Game Watch Party at The Rustic (Facebook link)
Three Links Super Chili Bowl VI at Three Links
The BIG Game Watch Party 2020 at Gas Monkey Live
Super Bowl Tailgate Party at Hero
Big Game Watch Party at Happiest Hour!
Big Game Watch Party at Granada Theater
Big Game Watch Party at Scout (Statler Hotel)
49ers v. Chiefs Watch Party at Legacy Hall
Bulla Gastrobar, Plano
Big Game Day Watch Party at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotels Dallas-Richardson
Super Bowl Watching Party + Buffet at Cool River, Irving
Big Game Bash 54 Watch Party at Texas Live!, Arlington
Today is National Tater Tot Day - check your news and social media sources for specials!

Other Lists of Things to Do:

Culture Map Dallas Calendar
Plan Your Week from Dallas Voice, The Premier Media Source for LGBT Texas
Do214 Top Picks
This Week’s Beer Events from BeerInBigD.com
Dallas News Events (This page is not paywalled.)
If you liked seeing the whole month in advance, click here to see it on inBigD.com.

Some of the best European championships are still in recess, due to cold weather and they will resume at the end of January and the first weeks of February. Punters can still bet with Betclic on the Spanish first flight and its English counterpart, but also on some of the top domestic European cups. Action was pretty intense this week and some of the favorites advance to the final stages, while some were stopped in their tracks and will need to focus on other trophies. Coppa Italia is the most advanced competition, with the names of the teams that made the semifinals being already available on Thursday. Juventus is making a resurgence in Serie A, is still alive and kicking in the Champions League and hopes to win the cup as well. It is an ambitious bid but so far they are on the right track on all fronts, despite the weak season start.The Italians have advanced to the semifinals after defeating Lazio on the road and they will be meeting Inter Milan. Their opponents also took the football world by surprise after defeating Napoli away from home and scoring two unanswered goals. Just like Juventus, there trying to win the domestic championship as well and at least for the time being they have a narrow advantage over the runners-up. In Spain, Barcelona to can advantage of the fact that Real Madrid was eliminated by the Federation officials and is cruising to another trophy. The reigning champions defeated Athletic Bilbao on the road and will return to Barcelona for the second leg which is probably going to be nothing more than a formality. Sevilla is also virtually qualified after winning at home against the only team from a lower division that made such a deep run in the competition. Valencia was once again held to a disappointing draw, this time at home against Las Palmas and will travel to the islands knowing that it needs to score at least once. Atletico Madrid split points away from home at Celta Vigo in a highly contested game, but at least they will be playing the second leg in front of their fans. The Primera Division leaders have reputation for being the best defensive team, so they should have no problem in defending even a narrow margin leads when action resumes next week. Meanwhile, the FA cup still has a long way to go to decide the winner, but top teams are still alive in the competition and inching closer to the semifinals. Arsenal is the reigning champion and it won't have an easy mission against Burnley, while Tottenham, Manchester city and Liverpool also scrapped victories to advance. All these teams have busy schedules in 2016 as they fight worth on multiple fronts, trying to improve or consolidate their position in the Premier League and some also playing in the Champions League.
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Total	1000	139359
Rate (per day)	2.75	381.35
Unique Redditors	638	22910
Combined Score	1429132	1622628

Top Submitters' Top Submissions

1. 56746 points, 15 submissions: 110110
   
   1. Imagine if ISPs charged you extra for “Smart Vehicle Access” apps simply so you could control your Tesla! It is a real possibility. Fight to save Net Neutrality and do your part! (43852 points, 259 comments)
   2. Tesla Motors, Inc. is now officially Tesla, Inc. (4636 points, 173 comments)
   3. Tesla Solar is now going up in showrooms beside the Tesla Powerwall (1257 points, 57 comments)
   4. MKBHD's Project Loveday Submission (1070 points, 146 comments)
   5. TeslaMotors has hit 150,000 subscribers! Well more than double from one year ago! (980 points, 71 comments)
   6. Tesla Semi Post Event Discussion Megathread (894 points, 1433 comments)
   7. Tesla updates Supercharger page with 900 Supercharger Stations, 6000 Superchargers, annual credits, time expectations, and cost comparison (562 points, 108 comments)
   8. In part of Reddit's frontpage algorithm revamp, TeslaMotors was notified that we 'made the cut', and our sub will be listed as a "Popular" sub on Reddit's default pages for logged-out users. Learn more inside! (535 points, 109 comments)
   9. Tesla Model 3 ​Event ​Megathread​!​ (516 points, 3068 comments)
   10. Have a new hot wheels car? Post it! -- Just kidding. It'll be removed. Updated Rule 4. (507 points, 73 comments)
2. 54842 points, 14 submissions: youyouxue
   
   1. Saw this on a Tesla! (17260 points, 808 comments)
   2. We just drove from San Francisco to New York City in a Tesla Model X without using a single drop of gas! (16988 points, 1388 comments)
   3. Model 3 orders have opened to the public! (8807 points, 1051 comments)
   4. Model 3 interface while Supercharging (5322 points, 596 comments)
   5. Just checked the whole bottom of a Model 3 for you guys, NO BATTERY STICKER! Tell me where to find it!!! (1379 points, 166 comments)
   6. Very much appreciated this sign at a Supercharger in a crowded hotel parking lot. (746 points, 60 comments)
   7. SF to NYC and back in a Tesla Model X, complete. We drove 12000km/7500mi in one week exclusively on the Supercharger network and spent $0 on fuel. This car is the future! (699 points, 94 comments)
   8. (10000km/6000mi later) After NYC we reached DC, Windsor in Canada, Chicago, and we're right outside of Denver in the Rockies where it's snowing and the temperature is -8C. The Model X is a trooper and hasn't given up! Thanks for following our trip, we're not home yet! (689 points, 41 comments)
   9. Currently driving from SF to NYC for free on the Supercharger network, two more days of driving to go! (582 points, 75 comments)
   10. Here is my full-res un-zoomed photo ft. charging interface, possible card key, and exposed Ethernet cables (571 points, 209 comments)
3. 47437 points, 35 submissions: dirtyfries
   
   1. DHL Orders 10 Tesla Semi Trucks (7622 points, 335 comments)
   2. Elon Musk to Donald Trump: ‘We build rockets, cars, and solar stuff – really excited about expanding our manufacturing footprint in the US.’ (7335 points, 963 comments)
   3. Elon's long awaited Model 3 announcement (4317 points, 713 comments)
   4. Tesla Model Y Teaser Image (3205 points, 482 comments)
   5. Elon Musk says Tesla could rebuild Puerto Rico’s power grid with batteries and solar (2628 points, 212 comments)
   6. A Model S, floating in a flood bag, in flooded garage in Houston (2192 points, 209 comments)
   7. New Boring Company video - shows transportation of Tesla Model S under cities through tunnels (2168 points, 423 comments)
   8. Hurricane survivor writes ‘SEND TESLA’ with the debris of destroyed home (1693 points, 90 comments)
   9. First video of Release Candidate Model 3 (1478 points, 231 comments)
   10. Panasonic in talks with Tesla for expansion of US Gigafactory by 50% (1334 points, 108 comments)
4. 43696 points, 22 submissions: annerajb
   
   1. Tesla introduces $0.40/minute idle fee for Superchargers to incentivise owners to move when charging is over (8280 points, 858 comments)
   2. Tesla power pack? In San Juan Puerto Rico FedEx ramp. (7446 points, 284 comments)
   3. Tesla CEO Elon Musk meets with President Trump to talk American manufacturing, Ford CEO and other execs are present (7355 points, 685 comments)
   4. Elon Musk on Twitter | Thank you for the lovely letter. That sounds like a great idea. We'll do it! (3227 points, 253 comments)
   5. Virtually all automakers (except for Tesla) are currently lobbying to block EPA’s new fuel consumption standard (2481 points, 531 comments)
   6. Tesla takes a win against dealerships in Virgina, DMV rules in favor of the automaker (2192 points, 149 comments)
   7. Tesla starts production of solar cells in Buffalo (1770 points, 151 comments)
   8. The guy who designed many of Apple’s iconic Macs will now be building Tesla vehicles (1760 points, 288 comments)
   9. Tesla is working on opening up its service tools and helping owners repair their own cars with replacement parts (1567 points, 85 comments)
   10. Tesla confirms Model 3 drive unit production at the Gigafactory, announces $350 million investment & 550 more jobs (1458 points, 244 comments)
5. 43464 points, 1 submission: BasharK
   
   1. Tesla vs Bugatti (43464 points, 2501 comments)
6. 37640 points, 23 submissions: scottg96
   
   1. Elon Musk on Twitter: "Congrats to the Tesla owner who sacrificed damage to his own car to bring a car with an unconscious driver safely to a stop!" (10209 points, 457 comments)
   2. Bernie Sanders posted about Tesla's Powerpack project in Australia (9314 points, 964 comments)
   3. Elon Musk on Twitter: "Officially verified as the first production electric car to exceed 1000km on a single charge! Congratulations Tesla Owners Italia!!" (8223 points, 287 comments)
   4. Model 3 spotted outside Unplugged Performance HQ (next to SpaceX) (1292 points, 153 comments)
   5. First used Tesla Model 3 is listed for sale at $150,000 (1279 points, 367 comments)
   6. 'Tis the season! 🎃 (726 points, 20 comments)
   7. Final Tesla Model 3 “Part 3” event could be held on June 2 or soon after (609 points, 75 comments)
   8. Watch the first Model 3 handovers on http://tesla.com this Friday at 8:45pm PT (598 points, 98 comments)
   9. Tesla Model 3 could soon become the ‘most American made car’ with 95% of the parts made in the US (433 points, 65 comments)
   10. Bus with Tesla logo and digital battery display spotted Supercharging... Possible test mule? (Source: TESLA Owners Worldwide FB Group) (423 points, 103 comments)
7. 28672 points, 32 submissions: 2050project
   
   1. Here's what happens when a Porsche tries to keep up with a Tesla (8290 points, 885 comments)
   2. Model 3 serial#1 HD (2231 points, 501 comments)
   3. Former Tesla intern predicts Roadster is 'just the beginning' (1520 points, 208 comments)
   4. Elon Musk: Robot software will make Tesla worth as much as Apple (1303 points, 227 comments)
   5. Louisiana attempting to block Tesla (1132 points, 170 comments)
   6. Big Auto and Big Oil begin to ponder Tesla? (1117 points, 368 comments)
   7. Puerto Rico governor reveals details about initial 25-min talk w/ Elon Musk discussing both solar and battery storage with Tesla (981 points, 73 comments)
   8. Tesla Model S Sales Surpass 100,000 in U.S. (842 points, 139 comments)
   9. Tesla in-store video shows Model 3 and Gigafactory; states battery cost reduction of 35% (instead of usual 30%) (785 points, 48 comments)
   10. Elon Musk: ‘Tesla has the real potential to be one of the most valuable companies in the world’ (648 points, 145 comments)
8. 24690 points, 3 submissions: ethan829
   
   1. Tesla Semi truck unveil set for September. Team has done an amazing job. Seriously next level. (13213 points, 1332 comments)
   2. Elon Musk on Twitter: "Tesla Semi truck unveil & test ride tentatively scheduled for Oct 26th in Hawthorne. Worth seeing this beast in person. It's unreal." (11037 points, 817 comments)
   3. The future of Tesla service (440 points, 128 comments)
9. 22561 points, 12 submissions: WhiskeySauer
   
   1. Are you ready, world? We're coming for you. (13573 points, 847 comments)
   2. Black on Black Model 3 (4278 points, 155 comments)
   3. TSLA hits new all-time high, joins Fortune 500 list (906 points, 78 comments)
   4. Autonomous Charging Port on Model 3??? (564 points, 201 comments)
   5. Google Trends Showing Significant Growth in Tesla/Model 3 Interest (550 points, 15 comments)
   6. Friendly Reminder that Elon Musk's original production goal during the Model 3 Unveiling was 5k/wk by late 2018, 10k/wk by 2020. (469 points, 152 comments)
   7. Elon Musk confirms Model 3 reservations have surged to over half a million (445 points, 119 comments)
   8. TeslaMotors Subscriptions Have Quadrupled Since Initial Model 3 Reveal. Happy Delivery Week! (445 points, 22 comments)
   9. Yesterday set the all-time Record for Subscriber Growth in /teslamotors (405 points, 17 comments)
   10. Supposedly said by CEO of Mercedes: "Many engineers from Volkswagen and Audi; are completely terrified of Tesla... Most car companies will probably become bankrupt." (313 points, 222 comments)
10. 21588 points, 1 submission: deplorablecalifornia
    
    1. This Elon Tweet Makes Way More Sense Now (21588 points, 878 comments)
11. 21196 points, 1 submission: beepboy
    
    1. Elon's letter about factory working conditions - he cares a lot! (21196 points, 970 comments)
12. 21155 points, 2 submissions: Intro24
    
    1. Tesla perks (20561 points, 472 comments)
    2. Roadster Test Ride, 0-60 in 1.9 seconds (594 points, 77 comments)
13. 16642 points, 1 submission: internetmexican
    
    1. I'm a Tesla Employee, here is a little story about what happened at Tesla yesterday. (16642 points, 657 comments)
14. 16568 points, 1 submission: sccerfrk26
    
    1. Tesla Identifies Model 3 Production Bottlenecks (16568 points, 370 comments)
15. 15228 points, 1 submission: Reddorade
    
    1. I will, everytime... (15228 points, 137 comments)
16. 14259 points, 1 submission: Fewwordsbetter
    
    1. Flat Black Model S (14259 points, 371 comments)
17. 13615 points, 3 submissions: exjr_
    
    1. Elon Musk on Twitter: "Wanted to say thanks to all that own or ordered a Tesla. It matters to us that you took a risk on a new car company. We won't forget." (9805 points, 494 comments)
    2. Saw this Model 3 in the Facebook group. Thought you guys might appreciate it as well! (3235 points, 214 comments)
    3. Tesla Model S Problems: My Experience! || MKBHD (575 points, 300 comments)
18. 13125 points, 3 submissions: ikjadoon
    
    1. Volvo credits Tesla for creating EV demand, says they will stop developing diesel engines to focus on EVs (12087 points, 460 comments)
    2. Tesla Model 3 Impressions! [MKBHD] (582 points, 217 comments)
    3. Supercharging Cities (456 points, 125 comments)
19. 12484 points, 3 submissions: I_Has_A_Bucket
    
    1. Elon: Production unit 1 of Model 3 is now built and going through final checkout. Pics soon. (9354 points, 474 comments)
    2. Elon: Excited about the Tesla Autopilot software release rolling out next month. New control algorithm feels as smooth as silk. (2819 points, 219 comments)
    3. Elon: HW2 Autopilot software uploading to 1000 cars this eve. Will then hold to verify no field issues and upload to rest of fleet next week. (311 points, 84 comments)
20. 12433 points, 7 submissions: TheNewJasonBourne
    
    1. A Tesla Model S hits 300,000 miles in just 2 years – saving an estimated $60,000 on fuel and maintenance (6079 points, 549 comments)
    2. Tesla YouTuber wins free Next Gen Roadster after referring $5M in sales (3333 points, 157 comments)
    3. Over 35,000 Tesla owners bought ‘fully self-driving’ feature despite still being unavailable (1166 points, 364 comments)
    4. Tesla confirms building new biggest charging station in Europe – 42-stall Supercharger (681 points, 43 comments)
    5. Tesla beats Ferrari, Mercedes and BMW in brand experience for 2nd year in a row (440 points, 48 comments)
    6. Tesla registered 1,201 new Model3 VINs. Highest VIN is 3840 (438 points, 60 comments)
    7. Bluetooth streaming media is now active in Model3 (296 points, 43 comments)
21. 11750 points, 1 submission: motofanka
    
    1. So this happened yesterday, my date with u/cdbz11 and our babies (11750 points, 1094 comments)
22. 11325 points, 1 submission: cdbz11
    
    1. My new Model S! All black everything (11325 points, 618 comments)
23. 10204 points, 1 submission: billsmitherson
    
    1. So the First Model 3 on the east coast apparently just rolled up to my work, owner says he drove it from California (10204 points, 335 comments)
24. 10077 points, 1 submission: obvnotlupus
    
    1. Ron Perlman's legendary answer to a question about the cars in his garage (10077 points, 414 comments)
25. 10011 points, 2 submissions: jpterpsfan
    
    1. Elon Musk to join Trump's advisory council (9653 points, 751 comments)
    2. JB Straubel and Andrew Stevenson are Executives at a newly-created supply chain firm (Redwood Materials) that focuses on "materials recycling, remanufacture, and reuse" - Tesla thought to be client or investor (358 points, 28 comments)
26. 9959 points, 11 submissions: Ananas1642
    
    1. Tesla vehicles will shuttle celebrities to the Oscars in Morgan Freeman’s new all-Tesla limo service (3719 points, 157 comments)
    2. Tesla responds to allegations of discrimination made by a female engineer, 3rd party review found no wrongdoing (1084 points, 178 comments)
    3. Tesla is ‘illegally selling cars’ in Connecticut, says Dealership Association as they try to stop direct-sale bill (996 points, 172 comments)
    4. Tesla CEO Elon Musk to join President Trump to talk about infrastructure with other business leaders (671 points, 168 comments)
    5. Tesla owner credits Model S for saving his life after crash with truck hauling jet engines caught on Autopilot camera (655 points, 41 comments)
    6. Tesla is named ‘top American car brand’ by Consumer Reports, Audi and Porsche take global top spots (597 points, 68 comments)
    7. Former Tesla executives plan their own Gigafactory in Sweden to bring battery cost down below $100/kwh (558 points, 119 comments)
    8. Tesla Model 3: perfect production execution means around 80,000 vehicles in 2017 (552 points, 137 comments)
    9. Tesla’s ‘Vision’ and Autopilot chip efforts validated by Intel’s $15 billion acquisition of Mobileye (441 points, 112 comments)
    10. Tesla confirms production of Model 3 ‘beta prototypes’ (351 points, 97 comments)
27. 9567 points, 2 submissions: dieabetic
    
    1. Happy new owner of #518. Stole it at $35k! (9251 points, 400 comments)
    2. Moderation gentle reminder: This sub is not the place for politics, or a catch-all for anything Elon does... (316 points, 64 comments)
28. 9469 points, 3 submissions: Casinoer
    
    1. I think we can all agree that tonight's unveil was the greatest Tesla event so far. (8356 points, 1210 comments)
    2. Elon Musk | Promising early results from the Ludricrous Easter egg. Looks like 0 to 60 mph in 2.34 sec (Motor Trend spec) might be achievable... (819 points, 344 comments)
    3. Model 3 will have heated seats standard and no tow hitch. (294 points, 134 comments)
29. 9426 points, 1 submission: Calipso99
    
    1. Tesla chosen to supply South Australian with $1 Billion solar farm! (9426 points, 302 comments)
30. 9398 points, 1 submission: MyMonte87
    
    1. Two revolutionary cars from different centuries (9398 points, 375 comments)

Top Commenters

1. 110110 (17429 points, 966 comments)
2. cdbz11 (16995 points, 103 comments)
3. dirtyfries (14019 points, 484 comments)
4. Fugner (9474 points, 341 comments)
5. run-the-joules (9314 points, 567 comments)
6. majesticjg (9038 points, 504 comments)
7. motofanka (8281 points, 20 comments)
8. jetshockeyfan (7898 points, 544 comments)
9. AssortedBread (7741 points, 12 comments)
10. ZorbaTHut (7639 points, 49 comments)
11. WhiskeySauer (7390 points, 393 comments)
12. scottg96 (6526 points, 238 comments)
13. PM_ME_A_NEW_USERNAME (6347 points, 108 comments)
14. dieabetic (6109 points, 545 comments)
15. Dr_Pippin (6073 points, 564 comments)
16. Cubicbill1 (5673 points, 151 comments)
17. Nachteule (5600 points, 271 comments)
18. NoVA_traveler (5537 points, 475 comments)
19. purestevil (5456 points, 298 comments)
20. Arrewar (5305 points, 5 comments)
21. Marques-Brownlee (5244 points, 14 comments)
22. robotzor (5022 points, 569 comments)
23. vita10gy (5002 points, 286 comments)
24. supratachophobia (4985 points, 611 comments)
25. alpharaptor1 (4813 points, 1 comment)
26. farzyness (4752 points, 28 comments)
27. Trevo91 (4722 points, 1 comment)
28. afishinacloud (4630 points, 302 comments)
29. ClevelandSteamer81 (4471 points, 50 comments)
30. Randomd0g (4418 points, 144 comments)

Top Submissions

1. Imagine if ISPs charged you extra for “Smart Vehicle Access” apps simply so you could control your Tesla! It is a real possibility. Fight to save Net Neutrality and do your part! by 110110 (43852 points, 259 comments)
2. Tesla vs Bugatti by BasharK (43464 points, 2501 comments)
3. This Elon Tweet Makes Way More Sense Now by deplorablecalifornia (21588 points, 878 comments)
4. Elon's letter about factory working conditions - he cares a lot! by beepboy (21196 points, 970 comments)
5. Tesla perks by Intro24 (20561 points, 472 comments)
6. Saw this on a Tesla! by youyouxue (17260 points, 808 comments)
7. We just drove from San Francisco to New York City in a Tesla Model X without using a single drop of gas! by youyouxue (16988 points, 1388 comments)
8. I'm a Tesla Employee, here is a little story about what happened at Tesla yesterday. by internetmexican (16642 points, 657 comments)
9. Tesla Identifies Model 3 Production Bottlenecks by sccerfrk26 (16568 points, 370 comments)
10. I will, everytime... by Reddorade (15228 points, 137 comments)

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1. 7467 points: AssortedBread's comment in Tesla vs Bugatti
2. 6683 points: ZorbaTHut's comment in Model S 60 -> 75 upgrade price reduced to $2000
3. 4919 points: Fugner's comment in Tesla vs Bugatti
4. 4813 points: alpharaptor1's comment in We just drove from San Francisco to New York City in a Tesla Model X without using a single drop of gas!
5. 4722 points: Trevo91's comment in My new Model S! All black everything
6. 4465 points: farzyness's comment in I'm a Tesla Employee, here is a little story about what happened at Tesla yesterday.
7. 3743 points: SmellyFingerz's comment in Tesla ruined my Mercedes
8. 3616 points: dc21111's comment in Tesla vs Bugatti
9. 3611 points: Nachteule's comment in Left on Model S while at the park...
10. 3583 points: jetshockeyfan's comment in Tesla vs Bugatti

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	Submissions	Comments
Total	1000	9907
Rate (per day)	2.75	27.16
Unique Redditors	373	987
Combined Score	8058	18836

Top Submitters' Top Submissions

1. 471 points, 57 submissions: fen0x
   
   1. Un saluto al sub dalla Mecca del nerdismo mondiale (30 points, 14 comments)
   2. TIL che per aggirare il blocco di Twitter in Turchia, si usavano i graffiti sui muri (20 points, 4 comments)
   3. Cosa succede quando apro un file DOCX (17 points, 1 comment)
   4. Dentro al kernel Linux (17 points, 0 comments)
   5. Le prime build di LineageOS (successore di CyanogenMod) sono online (17 points, 2 comments)
   6. PC Building Simulator (14 points, 4 comments)
   7. Nostalgia canaglia: mi sono andato a rileggere il fumetto con cui spiegarono il lancio di Chrome (12 points, 1 comment)
   8. Secondo voi, qual è il prossimo social network che farà il botto? (12 points, 15 comments)
   9. Unicredit, attacchi hacker su 400mila clienti. "Nessun conto a rischio" (12 points, 10 comments)
   10. [ENG] Microsoft eBook Giveaway (12 points, 0 comments)
2. 350 points, 39 submissions: MonsieurCellophane
   
   1. Tutta Internet, 1973 (25 points, 6 comments)
   2. E' siciliano il genio del web che fa "girare"i colossi della Rete (23 points, 4 comments)
   3. Guardare prima di incollare. (23 points, 16 comments)
   4. Repetita non Juvant (user support) (22 points, 16 comments)
   5. Com'è strutturato il DBMS di Wikipedia e perché non serve NoSQL. [ENG] (18 points, 6 comments)
   6. Linux: Identificare l'HW installato senza guardare sotto il cofano. (17 points, 5 comments)
   7. Il nuovo CIO della Casa Bianca (15 points, 2 comments)
   8. "Il progettone" Seconda stagione. (14 points, 5 comments)
   9. PACKT: tutto a 5$ per Natale. (14 points, 2 comments)
   10. Project lives! (un post in forma di standard) (14 points, 23 comments)
3. 293 points, 41 submissions: KarlFiabeschi
   
   1. Rtv: Browse Reddit from your terminal (17 points, 11 comments)
   2. Automate the Boring Stuff with Python (14 points, 3 comments)
   3. Interactive Vim tutorial (13 points, 3 comments)
   4. AMD to consider Coreboot/Libreboot support. Contact AMD!!! Let them know there is demand. (x-post linux) (12 points, 2 comments)
   5. flameshot - screenshot tool (11 points, 7 comments)
   6. Pi-Hole - a black hole for internet adv (10 points, 16 comments)
   7. “Quello che odio di Google”. Le critiche dei dipendenti. Attuali o ex (10 points, 4 comments)
   8. A programmer wrote scripts to secretly automate a lot of his job — and email his wife and make a latte (9 points, 3 comments)
   9. Commandline Challenge [da linux] (9 points, 1 comment)
   10. KDE - Plasma 5.9 Beta Kicks off 2017 in Style. (9 points, 0 comments)
4. 293 points, 22 submissions: vitalijzad
   
   1. Definizione di backup (91 points, 5 comments)
   2. Mickey Mouse Hacks a Military Computer (25 points, 3 comments)
   3. Quando ti mettono fretta prima di fare un rilascio in produzione (25 points, 16 comments)
   4. Ubuntu 18.04 sarà basato su Gnome e non Unity (22 points, 10 comments)
   5. We' waglio', vuoi venire a lavorare nella mia startup? (21 points, 5 comments)
   6. Kotlin è ora ufficialmente supportato su Android come linguaggio di programmazione (16 points, 25 comments)
   7. L'Olivetti Elea 9003 è un capolavoro dell'ingegneria informatica italiana (10 points, 2 comments)
   8. Incontro Haskell-ITA Inverno 2017 a Milano il 25 febbraio (9 points, 4 comments)
   9. P101 – Quando l’Italia inventò il personal computer. (9 points, 2 comments)
   10. Traduttore di codice morse in Haskell (9 points, 0 comments)
5. 204 points, 30 submissions: cybertex1969
   
   1. [Annuncio] Domani, Venerdì 21, AMA con Salvatore Sanfilippo, AKA Antirez. Dalle 09.00 in poi. (17 points, 3 comments)
   2. Google Brain Cleans Up Low-Res Photos by Turning Everyone Into a Glitched Out Monster (12 points, 1 comment)
   3. "The first half of my MacBook Pro has arrived" (11 points, 4 comments)
   4. Dennis Ritchie, Father of C and Co-Developer of Unix, Dies (11 points, 6 comments)
   5. Watch Malware Steal Data From Air Gapped PC With Blinking Lights and a Drone (11 points, 3 comments)
   6. Come funziona un computer quantistico (9 points, 1 comment)
   7. USB Condom (9 points, 4 comments)
   8. Database NoSQL e miti da sfatare (8 points, 17 comments)
   9. Decapitata Avalanche: le botnet non sono imbattibili (8 points, 3 comments)
   10. [AskII] Controllo / blocco remoto del telefono (8 points, 9 comments)
6. 202 points, 15 submissions: Jianlucah
   
   1. [denvit, blackdev1l, CapacitorSet] L’ascesa di Mastodon, il social network FOSS e decentralizzato (26 points, 11 comments)
   2. TL;DR inizia così (21 points, 20 comments)
   3. Dopo qualche giorno di lavoro posso finalmente dirlo: è nato /ItalyGames! (18 points, 20 comments)
   4. [GTKplusplus] La stampa 3D in ambito consumer, vista da un appassionato (18 points, 19 comments)
   5. E finalmente, Flash, ce lo siamo tolti di mezzo! (17 points, 16 comments)
   6. [veon_fpo] Progetti FOSS, anche tu puoi contribuire (16 points, 15 comments)
   7. ULTIME NOTIZIE! TL;DR ha bisogno di voi! (15 points, 0 comments)
   8. [nierro] Clight, demone utente per linux scritto in C (15 points, 14 comments)
   9. [serhack] Anti-DDoS Amazon Web Services Infrastructure (13 points, 7 comments)
   10. ItalyInformatica cerca articolisti per li suo nuovo sito! (11 points, 13 comments)
7. 170 points, 11 submissions: timendum
   
   1. Da ieri youtube-dl è in grado di scaricare i video da RaiPlay (36 points, 12 comments)
   2. Youtube-dl ora è in grado anche di scaricare video da Mediaset (29 points, 6 comments)
   3. Gli sviluppatori che usano lo spazio guadagnano di più di chi usa la tabulazione (23 points, 18 comments)
   4. Notepad++ si tutela contro l'hack della CIA (23 points, 3 comments)
   5. La commissione europea finanzia MariaDB con 25 millioni (21 points, 8 comments)
   6. SistemaTS: Inserimento spese sanitarie 730 in Python [OC] (14 points, 1 comment)
   7. Le regole sulle password sono una cavolata (9 points, 9 comments)
   8. OVH regala 3 mesi per contratti da 1 anno (5 points, 5 comments)
   9. Tool per analizzare i thread più commentati [OC] (4 points, 5 comments)
   10. Burger King ha sfruttato Ok Google e Wikipedia per una sua pubblicità (3 points, 7 comments)
8. 157 points, 20 submissions: _samux_
   
   1. [ENG] Elenco di libri gratuiti per sviluppatori (28 points, 5 comments)
   2. [Eng] Un hack russo per sbancare slot machine al casinò (12 points, 3 comments)
   3. Spanner, il nuovo database di google (solo disponibile come paas) (10 points, 1 comment)
   4. [ENG] Deep Learning Porn Video ClassifieEditor with Caffe (10 points, 1 comment)
   5. ecco la nuova squadra digitale del governo italianoS(xbk3lk5sdokiyowakwr3xl44))/?AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1#first) (10 points, 5 comments)
   6. SSD Prices Skyrocket As NAND Shortage Deepens, HDD Shortage Looms As Components Become Scarce (9 points, 0 comments)
   7. crittografia e diritti civili (9 points, 8 comments)
   8. Perché i siti istituzionali italiani sono vulnerabili (8 points, 1 comment)
   9. Sull'atteggiamento censorio italiano riguardo all'innovazione tecnologica. (8 points, 32 comments)
   10. [Eng] Docker in produzione, una storia di fallimenti (7 points, 5 comments)
9. 111 points, 8 submissions: sempiternum
   
   1. Net Neutrality Day - Che cos’è la net neutrality e vale la pena interessarsene? (29 points, 39 comments)
   2. Telegram introduce le chiamate audio (23 points, 13 comments)
   3. Questa meridiana nella mia città sembra il logo di ArchLinux (20 points, 3 comments)
   4. FitBit, uomo killer incastrato dai dati rilevati dal fitness tracker della moglie uccisa (11 points, 2 comments)
   5. [DIWhy - CableFail] Mi serviva un connettore rj45 femmina-femmina ma non volevo spendere soldi (10 points, 10 comments)
   6. Reddit introduce i bot per le gif (7 points, 12 comments)
   7. Ubuntu 18.04 verrà distribuito con Gnome come desktop environment predefinito (7 points, 7 comments)
   8. Firefox 54 punta su Electrolysis e separa i siti web dal resto del browser (4 points, 2 comments)
10. 100 points, 14 submissions: Tippete
    
    1. Piccoli vps per grandi progetti (18 points, 30 comments)
    2. Reverse engineering di un termometro da cucina (13 points, 0 comments)
    3. BYOD, che ne pensate? (9 points, 25 comments)
    4. [ENG] Munich city planning to move back to Windows and Office from open-source software (8 points, 15 comments)
    5. Building a Billion User Load Balancer (7 points, 0 comments)
    6. IT, come eseguite la manutenzione delle vostre infrastrutture? (7 points, 5 comments)
    7. A man flying in a hot air balloon.. (6 points, 2 comments)
    8. La responsabilità del fornitore di un servizio Wi-Fi (6 points, 0 comments)
    9. Come si aggiornano gli utenti di II? (5 points, 1 comment)
    10. Rilasciato Proxmox VE 5.0 (5 points, 2 comments)

Top Commenters

1. fen0x (887 points, 440 comments)
2. cybertex1969 (529 points, 244 comments)
3. KarlFiabeschi (511 points, 269 comments)
4. MonsieurCellophane (443 points, 203 comments)
5. alerighi (435 points, 200 comments)
6. veon_fpo (421 points, 257 comments)
7. pokerissimo (295 points, 135 comments)
8. toyg (289 points, 117 comments)
9. Jianlucah (248 points, 138 comments)
10. Tippete (224 points, 121 comments)

Top Submissions

1. Definizione di backup by vitalijzad (91 points, 5 comments)
2. Sono Salvatore Sanfilippo aka "antirez". AMA! by antirez (70 points, 146 comments)
3. Ciao ItalyInformatica, qui Italo Vignoli. AMA! by italinux (55 points, 99 comments)
4. CIA toolbox revealed by wikileaks.org by Matagyah (52 points, 7 comments)
5. Errore contabile, creativo dovrà restituire all’azienda parte della visibilità con cui è stato pagato by alo75 (40 points, 1 comment)
6. Sono il Presidente di Italian Linux Society. AMA! by m4db0b (37 points, 39 comments)
7. Sono Matteo "matt3o" Spinelli, sviluppo tastiere meccaniche. AMA! by matt3o (36 points, 47 comments)
8. Da ieri youtube-dl è in grado di scaricare i video da RaiPlay by timendum (36 points, 12 comments)
9. Credo di aver trovato una falla nella sicurezza di un sito italiano abbastanza utilizzato, chi ha voglia di aiutarmi a confermare? by JackHeuston (35 points, 46 comments)
10. Sono Igor Falcomatà aka "koba(iashi)". AMA! by kobakai (34 points, 52 comments)

Top Comments

1. 55 points: MonsieurCellophane's comment in Esistono programmatori non nerd?
2. 30 points: alerighi's comment in Perché serve matematica in informatica?
3. 22 points: mikiita's comment in Attacco hacker mondiale: virus "Wannacry" chiede il riscatto, ospedali britannici in tilt. "Usato codice Nsa"
4. 22 points: timendum's comment in GIVEAWAY!
5. 18 points: cybertex1969's comment in Mentre finisce di installare... [Settimana 14/2017]
6. 18 points: fen0x's comment in Il sito di cui parlavo è Hoepli. Sembra abbiano sistemato la falla più grave
7. 18 points: kobakai's comment in Sono Igor Falcomatà aka "koba(iashi)". AMA!
8. 17 points: Kwbmm's comment in Qual è il vostro browser preferito?
9. 16 points: KarlFiabeschi's comment in ACCOUNT TWITTER DI PERSONE REALI CERCASI!
10. 16 points: chhap's comment in Ubuntu 18.04 sarà basato su Gnome e non Unity

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De PM, Un acuerdo todavía más antidemocrático de intercambio de servicios entre medio centenar de países, incluida España, El secretista tratado de libre comercio TTIP entre EEUU y la UE parecía imbatible como Caballo de Troya de las multinacionales. Pero en realidad es casi una cortina de humo para tapar la verdadera alianza neoliberal planetaria: el Trade in Services Agreement (TiSA), un acuerdo todavía más antidemocrático de intercambio de servicios entre medio centenar de países, incluida España, que no sólo se está negociando en el más absoluto de los secretos sino que se pretende que siga clasificado, oculto al conocimiento público, durante otros cinco años cuando ya haya entrado en vigor y esté condicionando el 68,2% del comercio mundial de servicios. El nivel de encubrimiento con el que se elaboran los artículos y anexos del TiSA –que cubren todos los campos, desde telecomunicaciones y comercio electrónico hasta servicios financieros, seguros y transportes– es incluso superior al del Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPPA) entre Washington y sus socios asiáticos, para el que se prevén cuatro años de vigencia en la clandestinidad. Sin embargo, Público ha accedido –gracias a su colaboración con Wikileaks–, BCM en comúnxclusiva para España, a los documentos originales reservados de la negociación en curso, donde queda patente que se está construyendo un complejo entramado de normas y reglas diseñadas para evadir las regulaciones estatales y burlar los controles parlamentarios sobre el mercado global. Los asociados periodísticos de Wikileaks que participan junto a Público en esta exclusiva mundial son: The Age (Australia), Süddeutsche Zeitung (Alemania), Kathimerini (Grecia), Kjarninn (Islandia), L'Espresso (Italia), La Jornada (México), Punto24 (Turquía), OWINFS (Estados Unidos) y Brecha (Uruguay). Los gobiernos que impulsan el TiSA son los mismos que impusieron el fallido modelo de la OMC y provocaron la crisis financiera global que estamos todavía pagando Además, el TiSA es impulsado por los mismos gobiernos (EEUU y los de la UE) que impusieron el fallido modelo financiero desregulado de la Organización Mundial de Comercio (OMC) y que provocaron la crisis financiera global de 2007-2008 (el crash del casino bursátil mundial simbolizado por el hundimiento de Lehman Brothers) que arrastró a las economías occidentales y todavía estamos pagando tras casi un decenio de austeridad empobrecedora, recortes sociales y rescates bancarios. Y lo que precisamente trata de imponer este nuevo pacto neoliberal mundial es la continuidad e intensificación de ese sistema, en beneficio desorbitado de las grandes compañías privadas transnacionales y atando las manos de gobiernos e instituciones públicas. Esos objetivos son evidentes en la intención de mantener el tratado secreto durante años, puesto que así se impide que los gobiernos que lo ejecutan tengan que rendir cuentas ante sus parlamentos y ciudadanos. También es patente la intención fraudulenta de esa negociación clandestina por su descarada violación de la Convención de Viena sobre la Ley de Tratados, que requiere trabajos preparatorios y debates previos entre expertos y académicos, agencias no gubernamentales, partidos políticos y otros actores… algo a todo punto imposible cuando la elaboración de un acuerdo se efectúa en estricto secreto y a escondidas de la luz pública. Por el momento, los gobiernos implicados en la negociación secreta del TiSA son: Australia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Corea del Sur, Costa Rica, Estados Unidos, Hong Kong, Islandia, Israel, Japón, Liechtenstein, México, Nueva Zelanda, Noruega, Pakistán, Panamá, Paraguay, Perú, Suiza, Taiwán, Turquía y la Comisión Europea, en representación de los 28 países miembros de la UE, pese a ser un organismo no electo por sufragio universal. Además, entre los socios hay tres paraísos fiscales declarados, que participan activamente en la elaboración de los artículos, especialmente Suiza. Lo que se busca es eliminar todo control o limitación a la liberalización global de los servicios financieros, suprimiendo cualquier restricción a 'inventos' como los que provocaron la crisis Los textos de la negociación secreta del TiSA que ahora desvela Wikileaks muestran que lo que se pretende es eliminar todos los controles y obstáculos para la liberalización global de los servicios financieros, suprimiendo todo límite a sus instituciones y cualquier restricción a sus productos innovadores, a pesar de que fueron precisamente esos inventos financieros, como los derivados o los CDS (credit default swaps) –auténticas apuestas sobre posibles quiebras–, los que generaron la burbuja bursátil mundial que al estallar en 2007-2008 destruyó los fundamentos económicos de las potencias occidentales y obligó al rescate de esas entidades con cientos de miles de millones en fondos públicos. Hace un año, Wikileaks ya filtró una pequeña parte de la negociación del TiSA (el anexo referido a Servicios Financieros, a fecha 19 de junio de 2014), pero hasta hoy no se había tenido acceso a las actas de las negociaciones secretas sobre todos los aspectos que cubrirá el futuro acuerdo: Finanzas (lo acordado a 23 de febrero de 2015), Telecomunicaciones, Comercio Electrónico, Transporte Aéreo y Marítimo, Distribución y Envíos, Servicios Profesionales, Transparencia, Movimientos de Personas Físicas, Regulaciones Nacionales Internas, Servicios Postales Universales… Público ha tenido incluso acceso a las notas internas sobre las negociaciones con Israel y Turquía para que se adhiriesen al tratado secreto, algo que en cambio se negó a China y Uruguay cuando lo solicitaron, probablemente temiendo que filtrarían los contenidos del pacto en cuanto comprendieran el alcance de lo que se pretende. Es revelador el listado de las naciones latinoamericanas que participan en el TiSA, todas ellas fieles aliadas de EEUU como Colombia, México y Panamá (paraíso fiscal que es muy activo en la negociación), así como la exclusión no sólo de los países bolivarianos sino incluso de Brasil y otras potencias regionales de las que Washington no se fía. En realidad, todas las potencias emergentes del llamado BRICS (Brasil, Rusia, India, China y Suráfrica) han quedado apartadas del tratado secreto, precisamente porque serán las que más pierdan al aplicarse las condiciones pactadas. No cabe duda de que se busca impedir el debate que reclamaron muchos países, sobre todo Ecuador, tras el crash financiero sobre las razones que lo provocaron y las soluciones para que no vuelva a producirse. EEUU, Canadá, Australia, Suiza y la UE se opusieron frontalmente incluso a las conclusiones de la Comisión Stiglitz de la ONU, en 2009, negándose a aceptar la evidente relación entre la desregulación bancaria/bursátil y la crisis, y en 2013 bloquearon todo intento de discutirlo en el seno de la OMC. Mientras el TiSA pretende seguir secreto durante cinco años tras su entrada en vigor, los firmantes exigen una transparencia absoluta a los poderes públicos, con la intención de burlarlos Entre lo más sarcástico del contenido del TiSA que ahora sale a la luz está la exigencia de transparencia total a las autoridades nacionales, que deberán anunciar de antemano y abrir a discusión previa todas las regulaciones y normativas que se dispongan a aplicar, asegurando así que las grandes corporaciones y los lobbies comerciales internacionales tengan tiempo y recursos para contrarrestar, modificar o incluso impedir esas decisiones soberanas en función de sus intereses. Una imposición a los estamentos públicos que exigen los que no sólo pactan en secreto su propio modus operandi, sino que incluso pretenden que sus acuerdos ya en vigor permanezcan durante años como top secret, negando a los órganos de la soberanía popular hasta el conocimiento de las reglas que van a aplicar los gobiernos de cada país en sus relaciones internacionales. En cambio, los acuerdos del TiSA –que se negocian al margen del Acuerdo General de Comercio en Servicios (GATS) y de la OMC– toman en cuenta todas y cada una de las exigencias de la industria financiera de Wall Street y la City londinense, así como los intereses de las grandes corporaciones multinacionales, para las que el tratado no sólo no es secreto sino su propio engendro. Como alertó hace meses la catedrática de Derecho de la Universidad de Auckland (Nueva Zelanda), Jane Kelsey, "el mayor peligro es que el TiSA impedirá a los gobiernos fortalecer las reglas del sector financiero". Diseñado en estrecha consulta con ese sector financiero mundial, el TiSA obligará a los gobiernos firmantes a apuntalar y ampliar la desregulación y liberalización bursátil causantes de la crisis; les quitará el derecho de mantener y controlar los datos financieros dentro de sus territorios; los forzará a aceptar derivados crediticios tóxicos; y los atará de manos si tratan de adoptar medidas para impedir o responder a otra recesión inducida por el neoliberalismo. Y todo ello será impuesto por unos acuerdos secretos, sin que la opinión pública se pueda enterar de los verdaderos motivos que arrastran su sociedad a la ruina. A menos que los órganos de la soberanía popular impidan este golpe de Estado económico mundial.

We may have a lot of people against us, but it's good to remember that there are a lot of corporations out there that either are for us, or that at least want to keep up appearances.
If someone tells you that they're boycotting Angie's list because they oppose same-sex marriage, show them this list (I just compiled) of other things they should then be boycotting. This [incomplete] list consists of organizations that have received a score of at least 80 from the Human Rights Campaign, and/or that have been specifically targeted for a boycott by the National Organization for Marriage.
And if any employee of a place on this list [I'm specifically thinking of hotels] tries to discriminate on religious grounds, because the larger corporation is on HRC's list, talking to management, or climbing higher up the corporate ladder will probably let you find someone willing to help.
3M products, 409 [the cleaner], 7-Up,
A1 Steak Sauce, AAA [American Automotive Association], Abbott Laboratories, Abercrombie & Fitch, About.com, Abreva, Acuvue contact lenses, Adobe Systems, AdvantEdge, Advil, Aetna, Ajax, Alaska Airlines, Alavert, Aleve, Alka-Seltzer, All brand laundry detergent, Allstate, Almond Joy, Always [feminine care products], Amazon.com, AMC Theaters, AMD, American Airlines, American Eagle, American Express, American Family Insurance, American Girl [the dolls], Android, Angie’s List [and everyone on it], Anheuser-Busch, Apple, Apple Jacks, Aquafina, Aquafresh, Armor All [the stuff that keeps your car door handles looking nice], Art of Shaving, AT&T, ATI, Audi, Aunt Jemima, Aussie haircare, AutoTrader.com, Aveda, Aveeno, Aviance cosmetics, Avis Rent A Car, Avon Products, Away.com, Axe/Lynx deodorant,
Bahama Breeze, Bailey’s Irish Cream, Ball Park Franks, Band-Aid, Bank of America, Bank of New York Mellon, Banquet frozen dinners, Barbie, Barclays Capital, Barnes & Noble, Barq’s Rootbeer, Bath & Body Works, Bayer, Baymont Inn & Suites, Beaulieu Vineyard, Beauty.com, Beck, Behr, Ben & Jerry’s, Benadryl, Benefiber, Bengay, Bentley, Best Buy, Bethesda [the game studio], Betty Crocker, Bioware, Bisquick, Bloomingdale’s, Blue Moon, Blue Stratos Cologne, Bobbi Brown beauty, Boca Burger, Boeing, Bold laundry detergent, Bonamine [AKA Bonine and Dramamine], Bonterra Vineyards, Bon-Ton Stores, Boost Mobile, Bottom Dollar Food, Bounce fabric-softener, Bounty, Breakstone’s, Breath Savers, Breyer’s ice cream, Bridgestone, Brita, British Petroleum, Brown-Forman, Bubble Yum, Bud Light, Budget Rent A Car, Budweiser, Bugatti, Bugles, Buick, Burt’s Bees, Busch Gardens,
Cabbage Patch Kids, Cadbury, Cadillac, Caesars [hotels and casinos], Calgel, California Pizza Kitchen, Caltrate, Camay bath soap, Campbell’s Soup, Cap’n Crunch, The Capital Grille, Capital One, Capri Sun, Captain Morgan, CarePlus Pharmacy, Caress brand soaps, Carr’s, Cascade dishwasher detergent, Cascadian Farm, Celestial Seasonings, Centrum, Chambourd, Chapstick, Charles Schwab, Charmin, Chase, CheapTickets.com, Cheer laundry detergent, Cheerios, Cheetos, Cheez-It, Cheez Whiz, Chef Boyardee, Chevrolet, Chevron, Chex, Chili’s, Chips Ahoy, Chips Deluxe, Choice Hotels, Christina Aguilera perfume, Chrome [web browser], Chrysler, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cirrus [owned by MasterCard], Citigroup [including Citibank], Clairol, Clarion hotels, Claritin, Clean and Clear, Clinique, Clorox, Club Crackers, C.O. Bigelow, Coca cola, Colgate, Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Command [the convenient sticky wall hooks], Compaq, ConAgra Foods, Continental Airlines, Cooking Light, Cool Whip, Coors, Coppertone, Corn Pops, Cortizone, Costco, Cottonelle, Country Crock margarine, Country Inns & Suites, Country Time lemonade, Courtyard Hotels, CoverGirl cosmetics, Cracker Jacks, Craftsman, Crate and Barrel, Crayola, Crest, Crispix, Crown Royal, Crystal Light, Cub Foods, CVS,
Darden Restaurants, Dasani bottled water, Dawn [the dish soap], Days Inn, Degree deodorant, Dell, Delta Airlines, Dentyne, Depends, DieHard, Dimetapp, Disneyland, Doctor’s Formula cosmetics, Dodge, Dolce & Gabbana cologne and perfume, Dole, Dollar Rent A Car, Doritos, Dove, Downy, Drano, Dr. Scholl’s, Dulcolax, DuPont, Duracell,
EAS protein shakes, EB Games, Ebay, eBookers.com, Econo Lodge, Egg Beaters, Eggland’s Best, Eggo Waffles, Electronic Arts, Embassy Suites, Ensure, Enterprise Rent A Car, Entertainment Weekly, Era laundry detergent, Estee Lauder, Eukanuba dog and cat foods, Ex-Lax, Excedrin, Expedia,
Facebook, Fairfield Inn, Famous Amos, Famous Footwear, Fannie Mae, Fanta, Fantastik, Farm Fresh, Febreze, FedEx, Fetzer, Fiber One, Fiddle Faddle, Finlandia Vodkas, Firestone, Fischer-Price, Fix-A-Flat, Fixodent denture adhesive, Flickr, Food Lion, Ford, Fortune [magazine], Foster’s, Fox’s Jewelers, Freddie Mac, Fresca, Froot Loops, Frosted Flakes, Fruit by the Foot, Fruit Gushers, Fruit Roll-Ups, Fudgsicle, Fuze,
Gain, GameStop, Gap, Gardetto’s, Gas-X, Gatorade, General Electric, General Mills, General Motors, Gilette, Girl Scout cookies, Glade, GlaxoSmithKline, Gmail, Gold Medal [the flour company], Gold Peak, Good Earth, GoodNites, Goody, Google, Green Giant, Groupon, Gucci cosmetics, Guinness,
Haagen-Dazs, Half.com, Hallmark Cards, Hamburger Helper, Hampton Inn, Hawthorn Suites, Head & Shoulders, Healthy Choice, Heartbrand ice cream, Heath, Hellmann’s, Herbal Essences haircare products, Herradura Tequila, Hershey’s, Hewlett-Packard, Hi-C, Hidden Valley, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Hillshire Farm, Hilton Garden Inn, Hoegaarden, Holiday Inn, Hollister, Home Depot, HomeGoods, Home Shopping Network, Honest Tea, Honey Maid, Hornbacher’s, Hot Wheels, Hotels.com, Hotmail, Hotwire, House of Blues, HSBC, Huggies, Hunt’s [ketchup], Husky, Hyatt Hotels,
I can’t believe it’s not butter, Iams, IBM, Icebreakers, IMDb, Imodium, InStyle [magazine], Intel, Intuit, Irish Spring, Ivory soap,
Jack Daniels, JC Penney, Jeep, Jell-O, Jet Blue Airways, Jiffy Lube, Jiffy Pop, Jimmy Dean, John Hancock, Johnnie Walker, Johnson & Johnson [including all the medical devices they make], Jolly Rancher, Jose Cuervo, Joy dishwashing liquid,
Kaiser Permanente, KC Masterpiece, Keebler, Kellogg’s, Kenmore, Ketel One, Kevlar, Key Bank, Keystone, Killian’s Irish red, Kimberly-Clark brands, Kirin, Kit Kat, KitchenAid, Kix, Kleenex, Klondike bars, Kmart, Knights Inn, Knorr, Kodak, Kool-Aid, Korbel, Kotex, Kraft, Kroger,
Lactaid, Lamborghini, Land O’Lakes, Lawry’s, Lay’s, Leffe, Leinenkugel’s, Levi, Lexus, Life [cereal], The Limited, Lipton, Liquid Plumr, Listerine, Little Swimmers, Longhorn Steakhouse, Lubriderm, Lucky Charms, Lunchables, Luvs disposable diapers, Lux soap,
Maalox, Macaroni Grill, Macy’s, Maggiano’s Little Italy, Magic Chef, Magnum ice cream bars, Marie Callender’s, Marmite [hear the anti-LGBT Aussies and Kiwis wail], Marriott International, Mars Inc., Marshall’s, MasterCard, Matchbox [the toy cars], Mattel, Mauna Loa, Maxwell House, Maytag, McAfee, McDonald’s, Mc-Graw Hill Publishing, Mello Yello, Memorex, Merck, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, Metamucil bulk fiber supplement, MetLife, MGM Resorts International, Michelob, Microsoft, Microsoft Office, Microtel Inn & Suites, Midol, Miller, Milwaukee’s Best, Mini-Wheats, Mint.com, Minute Maid, Miracle Whip, Molson, Money [magazine], Monistat, Monsanto, Morgan Stanley, Morningstar Farms, Motorola, Motrin, Mounds, Mountain Dew, Mr. Clean house-hold cleaning products, Mug Root Beer, Muir Glen, Murphy’s Oil Soap, Mylanta,
Nabisco, Naked Juices, Nationwide Insurance, Natural Ice, Nature Valley, Neosporin, Nestea, The New York Times, Newtons [like Fig Newtons], Neutrogena, Nexcare, Nice! Brands, Nicoderm, Nicorette, Nike, Nilla Wafers, No-Doz, Norton, Novartis Pharmaceutical Corp., Nutri-Grain, Nutter Butter,
O’Douls, Odwalla, OFF! [bugspray], Office Center, Office Depot, OfficeMax, Olay, Old El Paso, Old Spice, Olive Garden, On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina, One-A-Day vitamins, One Touch [the diabetes testing equipment], Oral-B, Orbitz, Oreo, Orville Redenbacher’s, Oscar Mayer, Oust, Overstock.com, Owens Corning,
Pace Salsa, Palmolive, Pam [cooking spray], Pampers, Pantene, Park Inn, Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts, Pasta Roni, Payday [candy bar], PayPal, Pedialyte, PediaSure, Pennzoil, People [magazine], Pepcid, Pepperidge Farm, Pepsi, Pepto-Bismol, Peter Pan peanut butter, Pfizer, Philadelphia Cheese, Photoshop, Pictionary, Pillsbury, Pine-Sol, Planters Peanuts, Playstation, Pledge, Poise, Polly Pocket, Pop Secret, Popsicle, Pop-Tarts, Poppycock, Post-it, Pottery Barn, Powerade, Power Wheels, Prego, Premium Saltine Crackers, Preparation H, Pringles, Proctor and Gamble, Progressive, Progresso, Propel, Prudential, Puffs tissues, Pull-Ups, Purell,
Q-Tips brand cotton swabs, Quaker Oats, Quaker State, Quality [hotels], QuickBooks, Quicken, Qwest,
Radisson Hotels & Resorts, Ragu, Raid, Rain-X, Ramada, REACH [the dental floss], Red Lobster, Red Rose Tea, Red Stripe, Reese’s, Regent Hotels & Resorts, Rembrandt toothpaste, Renaissance Hotels, ReNu, Residence Inn, Rice Krispies, Rice-A-Roni, Rite Aid, Ritz [crackers], The Ritz-Carlton [hotel], Robitussin, Rodeway Inn, Rogaine, Rold Gold, Rolling Rock, Rolo, Roundup, Royal Carribbean Cruises, Rubbermaid, Ruffles,
Safari [web browser], Safeguard soaps, Safeway, Sam’s Club, Sara Lee, Saran, Save-A-Lot, Science Diet, Scion, Scoop Away [cat litter], Scope mouthwash, Scotch [tape], Scotch-Brite, Scotchguard, Scott, Scrubbing Bubbles, Sears, Seasons 52, Seattle’s Best Coffee, SeaWorld, Secret deodorant and body sprays, SeniorMed LLC, Sensodyne, Shell Oil, Sheraton, Shoes.com, Shop ‘n Save, ShopYourWay.com, Shout, Sierra Trading Post, Simply Orange, Skippy Peanut Butter, Silly Putty, Skype, Sleep Inn, Slim Fast, Slim Jim, Smirnoff, Smith’s Dairy, Smartwater, Snapfish, SoBe, Sodexo [the people who do stadium concessions], Softsoap, Sonoma-Cutrer California Wines, Sony, S.O.S., South Beach Living, Southern Comfort, Southwest Airlines, Speedstick, Splenda, Sports Illustrated, SpringHill Suites, Sprint, St. Ives hand and body care, Staples, Starbucks, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, State Farm insurance, Staybridge Suites, Stella Artois, Sterling Vineyards, Stove Top stuffing, STP [the gasoline additive], Suave, Subaru, Sudafed, Sun dishwashing detergent, SunChips, Sun-Maid [raisins], SunTrust, Super 8 Motel, Sustainable Earth, Swanson, Swiffer cleaning products, Symantec,
T Mobile, Tampax feminine care products, Tang, Target, Tazo Teas, Teen Spirit, Teflon, Terra Chips, Texas Instruments, TGI Friday’s, Theraflu, Thrifty Car Rental, Tide [laundry detergent], Tiffany & Co., Tigi shampoo and conditioner, Time Magazine, Time Warner, TJ Maxx, Toblerone, Tombstone Pizza, Tom’s of Maine, Torrefazione Italia Coffee, Tostitos, Total, Totino’s, Town House, Toyota, Travelocity, Travelodge, TRESemmé, Trident, Trip Advisor, Triscuit, Trix, Tropicana, Tuaca Liqueur, Tums, TurboTax, Turkey Hill, Twizzlers, Tyco Electric Racing, Tylenol, Tyvek,
Unilever brands, United Airlines, Universal Parks and Resorts, UNO [the card game], UPS,
V8, Valpak, Vaseline, Velveeta, Venus, Viacom, Vick’s Vapo-rub, Victoria’s Secret, Virgin America, Virgin Mobile, Visa, Visine, Vitaminwater, Viva, VO5 hair care, Volkswagen,
Walgreens, Wal-mart, Walt Disney, Wanchai Ferry, Wasserman Media Group, Waste Management, Wells Fargo, Wesson cooking oil, Westin [hotels], Wheat Thins, Wheatables, Wheaties, Whirlpool, White Barn Candle Company, Whole Foods, Wishbone salad dressing, Woodford Reserve, Wyndham,
Xbox, Xerox Corporation, XtremeMac,
Yahoo, Yoplait, York peppermint patties, YouTube,
Zantac, Zappos.com, Zest, Ziploc, Zynga, Inc., Zyrtec

Daily Breeze has the following events listed:
The Vagina Monologues: Two-night only benefit reading of Eve Ensler’s award-winning play, 7 p.m. Feb. 13-14. University Theatre Cal State University, Dominguez Hills, 1000 E. Victoria St., Carson. Proceeds to benefit Women’s Resource Center. $10/$5. 310-243-2486. www.csudh.edu
International Pen Show: The 27th annual L.A. International Pen Show, featuring more than 200 exhibitors will feature free appraisals, on-site repairmen and a drawing for a Delta/Italia edition fountain pen honoring the Vatican worth $1,500. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 15. Manhattan Beach Marriott Hotel, 1400 Park View Ave. $7. www.lapenshow.com
Dancing for a Cure: Fundraiser for the prevention and treatment of cancer, featuring Joe Bataan, Rocky Padilla, The Topics, and Low Key Band, 6 p.m. Feb. 14. Alpine Village Restaurant, 833 W. Torrance Blvd., Torrance. $45/$40/$30; dinner available for $14.95 per person. 310-753-7842. www.alpinevillagecenter.com
Mardi Gras celebration: Ragin Cajun parking lot festival, crawfish/shrimp boil and beer garden, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 14-15. 5255 S. Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach. $20. 310-540-7403. www.ragincajun.com
Tidepool Wonders: Explore low tides on the rocky shore with Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Feb. 14 or noon-1:30 p.m. Feb. 15. 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro. Free. 310-548-7562. www.cabrillomarineaquarium.org
Valentine’s Day dinner and dance: Sponsored by the VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 2967, the event will also feature music and Karaoke by DJ Danny Red. 1130 W. Anaheim St., Wilmington. 5-11 p.m. Feb. 14. Donation $15. RSVP for dinner at 310-834-8252. Proceeds benefit veterans program.
Punk Night: Special C, Capital Vices LTD and Crash Kills, 9 p.m. Feb. 14. The Lighthouse Cafe, 30 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. Cover $5 after 9 p.m. 310-372-6911. www.thelighthousecafe.net
Casino Night: Sponsored by the El Segundo Woman’s Club. Tickets are $30 and inlcudes a drink, raffle ticket, food and $100 play money. 541 Standard Ave., El Segundo. 6-10 p.m. Feb. 14. Email [email protected].
President’s Day festival: The USS Iowa will host the dockside festival featuring live jazz and swing music from The Big Butter Jazz Band, swing dancing lessons, impersonators, vintage vehicles, food trucks and more. The ship will also be celebrating its 72nd birthday with cake cutting celebration, featuring elected officials and veterans. 250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 16. www.pacificbattleship.com
South Bay by Jackie has the following:
Walk In, Dance Out hosts Swing & Sway at the Joslyn Center in Manhattan Beach the second Friday of every month from 8 to 11 p.m. If you’ve ever dreamed of tripping the light fantastic, this is your chance. The South Bay ballroom dancing community is extraordinarily welcoming and encouraging, so even if you’re a beginner, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to practice your moves. Walk In Dance Out offers dance instruction at several locations throughout the South Bay. Many of the students and instructors attend this monthly event and are delighted to share their knowledge and expertise. The cost is $10 per person with light refreshments and a no-host bar. The Joslyn Center is located at 1601 Valley Drive in Manhattan Beach. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.walkindanceout.com or call 310-373-8487.
There’s something romantic about a lighthouse….If you’ve ever driven along the coast of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, chances are you’ve caught a glimpse of the Point Vicente Lighthouse. Built in 1926, the 67 foot high tower is perched on a cliff offering breathtaking views of the endless Pacific and its beacon can be seen from twenty miles at sea. The lighthouse is open to the public the second Saturday of each month (the first Saturday in March) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and admission is free. While you’re there, be sure to visit the Point Vicente Interpretive Center. Re-opened in 2006, the 10,000 square foot center focuses on the unique natural features and history of the Palos Verdes Peninsula and houses a museum, theater and changing exhibits. The museum is open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and admission is free. The annual gray whale migration occurs from December through mid-May and the Center’s outdoor amphitheater with seating for over 150 spectators is the premier whale watching site in the South Bay. After climbing the lighthouse tower and touring the Interpretive Center, stroll along the scenic trail or relax at one of the picnic tables dotting the grounds while taking in vistas of Catalina Island and contemplating the deep blue. Pack a picnic basket and prepare for a lovely Valentine’s Day afternoon. For more information, call 310-541-0334 or visit the website at http://www.vicentelight.org/. The Interpretive Center is adjacent to the lighthouse. To contact the Interpretive Center, call 310-377-5370. The Point Vicente Lighthouse is located at 31501 Palos Verdes Drive West in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Art Flying Aerial presents a Valentine’s Day Aerial Arts Class on Saturday, February 14 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Share Valentine’s day with someone special and join the wonderful instructors at Art Flying Aerial for this incredibly romantic class. Guest will be inspired by student performances and learn the art of flying yoga. As always, be sure to bring your energy and be prepared to have a ton of fun. There will be an after-class potluck, so bring a dish to share, or perhaps some wine, and relax after class getting to know each other, the students and instructors of the Art Flying Yoga community. Admission to this event is $25 per person and FREE for members of AFA & AFY. For additional information, visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/events/391196424390910/. Art Flying Aerial is located at 2244 Pacific Coast Highway in Lomita.
The South Coast Botanic Garden presents a Sweetheart’s Stroll in the Garden on Valentine’s Day, Saturday, February 14. Guests are invited to spend a romantic day strolling and picnicking in the intimate setting of the Garden from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Live harp performances will take place from noon to 4 p.m. and the gift shop will be offering complimentary hot chocolate and cookies while supplies last. End your stroll on the Amphitheater Lawn to meet Cuatro Dias Winery for a complimentary wine tasting while The Foil Place custom engraves purchased wine glasses for $10. The engraving is complementary! Be sure to pack a lunch or light snacks for a picnic on the Amphitheater Lawn while Kristina Branes serenades you with live harp performances. Admission to the garden – Adults $9; Seniors 62 and over $6; Students with ID $6; Children (5 – 12) $4; Children (4 and under) FREE, SCBG members FREE. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.southcoastbotanicgarden.org/. The South Coast Botanic Garden is located at 23600 Crenshaw Boulevard in Rolling Hills Estates.
Friends of the Parks and Hermosa Arts Foundation present Jazz at Pier Avenue – A Benefit Concert on Saturday, February 14 at the Hermosa Beach Community Center Theater. The event begins at 6 p.m. and will raise funds for the 2015 Special Olympics World Games Host Town, Hermosa Beach. The concert features Northhampton Big Band & Jazz Vocal Group from the United Kingdom; local five-voice vocal group, Storeytime; and high school trio, Cole to the Max. Admission is $20 per person. Tickets can be purchased by calling 888-410-3850. For additional information or to make a donation, visit the website at https://support.la2015.org/checkout/donation?eid=40321. The Hermosa Beach Community Center Theater is located at 710 Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach.
The 26th annual Valentine Ball, a gala to benefit Palos Verdes Performing Arts, will be held in the Palos Verdes Ballroom at Terranea Resort on Saturday, February 14 from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Themed ‘Midnight in Manhattan’, the festivities include cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a gourmet dinner, dancing to a live orchestra, and unique silent and live auction items. The elegant event will honor long-time supporter Sophia Fitzmaurice, who will receive the Kenneth T. Norris Jr. ‘Key to Our Heart’ award during a special presentation. Guests will also be entertained with a special musical tribute to New York. Tickets are $225 per person. To purchase tickets, visit the website at http://www.norriscenter.com. VIP and VIP Platinum tickets are also available. For additional information, contact Judy Getzin at (310) 544-0403, ext. 224. Terranea Resort is located at 100 Terranea Way in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Ragin Cajun Café in South Redondo Beach will host a Mardi Gras Celebration & Parking Lot Festival on Saturday, February 14 and Sunday, February 15. Guest will enjoy Zydeco music, classic Cajun food, a crawfish/shrimp boil, beer garden and drink specials by sponsors, including Abita, The Dudes’ Beer, Captain Morgan, American Born Moonshine, Midnight Moon Moonshine and Ole Smoky Moonshine. All the fun takes place between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. both days and is appropriate for all ages. The crawfish/shrimp boil cost $15 pre-sale, $20 day of the event. The beer garden is sponsored by Ole Smoky and Abita Beer. Call 310-540-7403 for tickets or stop by the restaurant. Laissez les bons temps rouler! That’s Cajun for LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL! Ragin’ Cajun is located at 525 South Pacific Coast Highway in Redondo Beach.
The King Harbor Boating Foundation and the Waterfront Education team invite the public to attend the STEM TopSail Open House on February 15 and February 16. Guests are invited to ‘Tour the Tall Ship’, ‘Sample the Tall Ship’ or ‘Sail the Tall Ship’. The tall ship tour is free. There is a one hour discovery excursion ($10 kids, $20 adults) and two hour extended adventure where you can become part of the crew and help sail the tall ship ($20 kids, $40 adults). Space is limited on the sail excursions and reservations are highly recommended. For further information about the Waterfront Education STEM TopSail Program, visit King Harbor Boating Foundation at http://www.khbf.org or Los Angeles Maritime Institute at http://www.LAMITopSail.org.
As usual, if you know of anything else going down in the South Bay this weekend, post in the comments. Have a fun and safe Valentine's weekend, you sexy south bayers!