dance! panda! dance!

Dirty car gets pandafied

2012-01-20T12:34:00.000-08:00

Spotted this on my run today. Glad the rain hadn't washed it away yet!

Large man, small panda

2012-01-16T11:44:00.000-08:00

Panda Correspondent Trevor draws our attention to this report of basketball sensation Yao Ming visiting baby pandas in China. To quote: "Today Yao Ming went to that same panda sanctuary that everyone goes to, to pose for the same panda-on-lap photo that everyone poses for, wearing a buttoned-up leather jacket and turtleneck combo that I don't think anyone has worn before."

BONUS:
Deadspin has also conveniently done a mashup of what it would look like if Tim Tebow had a baby with the panda on Yao Ming's lap:

Isn't the world a better place now?

Electronic Panda

2012-01-16T11:38:00.000-08:00

It looks to me like his eyes are speakers! Thanks to Trevor for submitting (via Gizmodo).

WPA Poster Pandas

2012-01-13T00:10:00.000-08:00

Mental_Floss has a round up of 11 zoo posters created for the WPA, including this panda gem. Looks to be a bit of a sad panda, no? I suppose it was the Great Depression.

But then, there's also this panda, who is having waaaaaaaaay too much fun:

Coffee Panda

2012-01-12T22:45:00.001-08:00

Next time I get an espresso drink I'm going to demand it look like this:

Via Win Blog.

Angry Panda is angry

2012-01-08T22:42:00.000-08:00

Thanks to Panda Correspondent Jason for sending in!

A sad day for Cosmic Panda lovers

2012-01-07T19:44:00.000-08:00

YouTube's trial run of Cosmic Panda is no more. Back to regular ol' panda-less YouTube browsing for all you panda fans. Bummer!

Thanks to Panda Correspondent Trevor for the tip!

Savta Gets in on the Panda Fun

2012-01-06T11:41:00.000-08:00

Even my grandma is all about pandas!

Check it out - at the beginning of October, the San Diego Zoo launched a Baby Panda iPad App. THAT'S WHAT'S UP, IPAD USERS. Now I want an iPad even more.

Thanks to my dear grandma for the find :)

Get Crafty with Panda Nail Art!

2012-01-06T11:38:00.000-08:00

Check out this fun and crafty nail tutorial for panda nail polish!

Thanks, Morgan!

Strange Title for an iPhone Case

2012-01-06T11:35:00.000-08:00

This intrepid panda explorer has returned with a huge backlog of panda-related posts and emails to post!

First up is this darling iPhone case, found by panda correspondent Swati:

Now, one would think that this is an iPhone case, seeing as there is an iPhone in it and everything (no this post is not sponsored by Apple I just like typing iPhone). But Amazon tells us that this is in fact an item called Trust Agents - How to Realize Network Influence (Chinese Edition)[Paperback]. Yours for only $9.00. Oh the mysteries of internet shopping!

I agree with this Panda Message

2012-01-04T19:00:00.001-08:00

Found at the ever-fabulous dollar section at Target.

Pandas like to go to bars too

2012-01-02T11:11:00.000-08:00

Don't be hatin'. Found by Nicholas Wray.

Sexy Panda Lady

2012-01-02T11:09:00.000-08:00

Panda Correspondent Jason turns our attention toward the controversy currently going on in Britain, where people are upset that China's panda, Tian Tian, was included in the BBC's list of "Faces of the year 2011". Take a look, I don't think they were far off the mark. Tian Tian is one good looking panda:

A face covered by panda

2012-01-02T11:01:00.000-08:00

Spotted by Panda Correspondent Nicholas Wray.

Happy Winter/Holidays from Panda!

2011-12-23T15:40:00.000-08:00

Thanks to Jason for the tip! Via Huffington Post.

Panda Hat

2011-12-18T16:22:00.000-08:00

Made even more hipster-tastic with Hipstamatic:

Found by Nicholas on Facebook.

I'm not sure it's wise to seek wisdom from pandas

2011-12-14T22:46:00.001-08:00

But if you're so inclined, give this book a read:

Panda Cheeky Cheeks

2011-12-14T22:45:00.001-08:00

Stay cute in this panda outfit

2011-12-14T22:17:00.000-08:00

The only thing that would be better about this warm, fuzzy panda 'fit was if it came in human size so that Nicholas could actually model it, rather than simply hold it up. This can be obtained at Target.

Put your hand in a panda

2011-12-14T22:11:00.000-08:00

This panda puppet was spotted at University Art.

What's this panda clinging to?

2011-12-14T21:34:00.001-08:00

Discovered at the American Cancer Society Discovery Shop in Stockton.

Rap's last panda

2011-12-14T00:42:00.001-08:00

A good lookin' panda

2011-12-12T23:29:00.000-08:00

Panda Correspondent Jason O reports in with this find at Green Apple Books in San Francisco:

He makes a point to draw attention to this panda's fine robe!

Pandas return to U.K. after long last

2011-12-07T17:43:00.001-08:00

After a 17 year hiatus pandas touch down in Scotland.

Thanks to Trevor for forwarding!

Trevor reveals the secret of his office's cleanliness

2011-12-07T17:41:00.001-08:00

Panda facts

2011-11-30T23:15:00.001-08:00

Learn 100 of them in this book spotted by Jason O.

Keep your wine cozy

2011-11-30T23:12:00.001-08:00

With this panda cover.

Also available at urban outfitters.

Keep your phone cozy

2011-11-30T23:07:00.001-08:00

With a panda cover.

Available at urban outfitters.

Panda rolls on its back

2011-11-30T23:05:00.001-08:00

So you can eat off it.

Available at urban outfitters

Bored Panda

2011-11-14T20:43:00.001-08:00

Have you heard of Bored Panda? They tag themselves as "The Only Magazine for Pandas". They don't focus on panda topics, but they do highlight "the world’s most creative artworks, offbeat products and everything that’s really weird or wonderful." So, if you find yourself being a bored panda (get it??), take some time to peruse the website.

Speaking of pandas (duh), my panda cohort pointed out that our previous post was also our 500th! WHAT!!! A not-too-self-satisfied pat on the back to us for reaching that milestone.

International Red Panda Days

2011-11-12T16:35:00.001-08:00

Did you know this weekend (Nov 12 & Nov 13) is home to International Red Panda Days? The Sacramento Zoo has some red panda facts up on their blog, plus special activities at the Zoo this weekend. Check it out!

Wondering how to kidnap your very own red panda baby?

2011-11-12T16:27:00.001-08:00

Cute Overload gives you the step-by-step.

Thanks to Trevor for finding!

Halloween Panda Dog

2011-11-12T16:03:00.001-08:00

The Awl featured a round-up of doggie Halloween costumes spotted in the East Village. Puggle Panda was among them:

Due to the recent destroying of Google Reader, Trevor [now I really don't know what to link you to!] had to find a new way to share panda finds with yours truly. Luckily, he's found a way, but it's nowhere near as fabulous as sharing on Google Reader used to be!!

Oh no, this panda got thrown away!

2011-11-07T18:01:00.000-08:00

Found by Nicholas Wray.

Want to become a panda? Buy this hat.

2011-10-09T23:23:00.000-07:00

Panda Man is either Alex Pardee or Skinner. Whoever is not Panda Man is Tiger Man. The two artists have a show, The Butcher Kings, up at Gallery 1988 in Melrose through October 29, 2011.

As seen on Laughing Squid.

Panda cuddle pile

2011-09-29T23:02:00.000-07:00

An update to the Great Panda Debate has been posted on Gizmodo (Thanks again, Trevor!). It includes this adorable shot:

Dinosaur Panda (not)

2011-09-29T22:59:00.001-07:00

Via Fail Blog.

Pandagram

2011-09-28T22:39:00.001-07:00

Found by Nicholas Wray on Instagram.

Panda pile

2011-09-28T22:11:00.000-07:00

Found by Sam on Daily Squee.

Watch out

2011-09-28T22:04:00.000-07:00

(hahaha pun totally now intended): If you are a drunk panda you will turn into a clock!

This panda clock lives in the book "Crap at My Parents House" at Urban Outfitters where it was discovered by Nicholas Wray.

PandaBar: Your Panda-licious Pandora App

2011-09-26T19:34:00.000-07:00

Available now in the Mac App Store is PandaBar, a app that allows you to stream music from your Pandora account without keeping a browser app or full window open.

Thanks to Trevor for finding. Via Lifehacker.

"Point: Pandas Are Awesome!"

2011-09-26T19:27:00.000-07:00

Gizmodo asks: "Pandas. Zoos want them, other bears want to be them (maybe?). But are they really worth all the trouble?" What ensues is a lol-worthy pro/con debate of panda survival. Give the article a gander.

Thanks to Panda Correspondent Trevor for pointing us toward the article as well as toward a good giggle.

Google Panda

2011-09-26T19:17:00.000-07:00

Have you heard of Google Panda? I hadn't until I read this article. The article informs us that "for those who are not familiar with Panda (and unless you’re an SEO enthusiast, you probably aren’t), it basically involves some major changes to the algorithm Google uses to return search results." Woo!

Panda NYC

2011-09-15T22:19:00.001-07:00

Chrysler Building (x2) & Panda (x1)

2011-09-15T22:18:00.001-07:00

Did you ever expect you'd hear this headline?

2011-09-14T23:18:00.000-07:00

"Panda Poop Could be the Key to Cheap and Efficient Biofuel Production"

According to this article (duly reported by Panda Correspondent Trevor): "researchers presented a study identifying panda poop as a source of enzyme-producing bacteria that breaks down plant materials in a way that is useful for biofuel production."

Koalas, the new Pandas

2011-09-14T17:32:00.001-07:00

Via Fail Blog.

Found at Ichiban-Kan

2011-09-13T08:43:00.000-07:00

Don't you always want to eat your food off of little panda faces?

I know I do!

Ichiban-Kan (El Cerrito, CA)

Yelp

Website

Hell Yeah Panda Love

2011-09-13T08:34:00.000-07:00

Panda slaps aren't slaps

2011-09-11T22:10:00.000-07:00

They're high fives to the face! DUH!

Thanks to Panda Correspondent Trevor for this gem, via Engrish Funny.

"Panda Panda Panda" Live

2011-09-11T19:11:00.000-07:00

Deerhoof's "Panda Panda Panda" has been a Panda Blog mainstay since almost the start, but I don't think I'd ever seen the video of the live version until Panda Correspondent Trevor pointed us toward its recent posting on Clusterflock.

Dreaming about pandas (or, when you know you've had a panda blog for too long)

2011-09-11T19:01:00.000-07:00

So, last night, I had a dream. Panda blog co-founder Devora and I were roaming around town when we stumbled upon a young Asian family--Mom, Dad, and two-year-old quadruplets--and they were all dressed up in panda suits (for some occasion or the other), masks and all. It was too adorable for life, and of course we stopped them to take a picture for panda blog. ALAS, it was a dream, and no such photograph exists. Luckily panda correspondent Trevor shared this photo recently, so the post needn't go pictureless.

Cupcake Panda with Monkey Friend

2011-09-06T18:14:00.000-07:00

Nom nom nom. I want a cupcake. Or nine.

Panda Correspondent Nicholas Wray discovered these at a wedding.

Derp derp oops

2011-09-02T19:44:00.000-07:00

From Animals Being Dicks (really one of my favorite sites ever).

Yipes! At least it's only a short drop..

2011-09-02T19:43:00.000-07:00

via ICanHazCheezburger

Everyone needs a panda hat

2011-08-31T21:26:00.000-07:00

Apparently, the original owner of this hat came into the bar wearing it plus a vest. No word on if pants were involved. Thanks to Panda Correspondent Nicholas Wray for this report.

Pandas need vacations, too

2011-08-27T13:52:00.000-07:00

This panda was spotted by Panda Correspondent Nicholas Wray on his weekend jaunt to Nevada City. It was staying in one of the Piety Hill Cottages.

ALERT! Rogue panda on rampage

2011-08-26T18:01:00.001-07:00

An anonymous person in Fort Valley Road, Arizona, has become my new hero. The prankster hacked a road sign, previously warning drivers about no left turns at the intersection, to instead warn of a "rogue panda on rampage." Authorities ensure us there is no rogue panda to be concerned about, but I'd keep my eye out anyway, if I were you.

Via Arizona Daily Sun.

Priuses (Priusi?) save pandas

2011-08-26T17:36:00.001-07:00

At least that's what this ad wants you to believe!

Via Copyranter.

Hello, panda

2011-08-26T17:23:00.000-07:00

Believe it or not, pandas are not the only cute things on the planet, as the above photo of Chyler illustrates. He's modeling "Hello Panda" snacks, which look pretty tasty to me. As does that iced brownie. YUM! Now I'm hungry!

Thanks to Panda Correspondent Nicholas Wray for sending this in, by way of his sister, Candi.

Get your hair did by a panda

2011-08-21T23:49:00.000-07:00

Hanami Salon in Sacramento has a panda protector!

Panda warriors

2011-08-21T22:10:00.000-07:00

Panda Correspondent Trevor points us to this article which speculates that Mists of Pandaria may be the next expansion pack for World of Warcraft (though that may well be just a rumor).

If you're not familiar with the World of Warcraft world, the article explains: "Pandaria refers to the homeland of the Pandaren, anthropomorphic panda bears that have long been the subject of jokes between Blizzard and Warcraft fans."

Panda Party Dance Party

2011-08-16T15:10:00.001-07:00

Looking for something to do in New York City over this Labor Day Weekend? Consider Electric Zoo, or the Panda Party, if you base names off of website front pages:

This is a true opportunity to do a Panda Dance at a Panda Party!

Polaroid Panda Tee

2011-08-16T14:55:00.000-07:00

As spotted on the streets of Sacramento by Nicholas Wray.

Panda Mug: Free to a good home

2011-08-16T14:49:00.000-07:00

Or, at least it was when Nicholas Wray first reported its appearance at his garage sale. Chances are it's been swooped by now.

Watch out for those pandas. Dangerous creatures.

2011-08-11T20:31:00.000-07:00

Look what's going around the Facebook interwebz right now:

"PLEASE put this as your status if you know someone (or are related to someone) who has been eaten by pandas. Pandas are nearly unstoppable and, when hungry, also breathe fire. 71% of people won't copy this into their status because they have already been eaten by pandas, 28% are hiding in their showers with fire extinguishers awaiting the coming pandacalypse, and the remaining 1% are awesome and will re-post."

Thanks to Jordan for re-posting and showing up in my newsfeed. I'm glad the pandas have spared you thus far.

On sale at Safeway this week: Panda Sauce

2011-08-11T19:55:00.001-07:00

nummy.

Thanks to Panda Correspondent Nicholas Wray for finding.

Fender panda goes for a ride

2011-08-06T12:10:00.000-07:00

Rideeeeeeeeeee.

Thanks to Panda Correspondent Nicholas Wray for this pic!

Safe pandas

2011-08-02T22:01:00.000-07:00

Panda correspondent Nicholas reports these safely strapped in (and shoe-d) pandas.

Why the panda is black and white

2011-08-01T00:30:00.000-07:00

TIJI "COLOUR" HD from AKAMA on Vimeo.

Panda Window & Doors

2011-07-25T22:45:00.000-07:00

Panda Correspondent Nicholas Wray discovered the Panda Windows & Doors company. My question: Can they make me a panda-shaped window?

It's hot

2011-07-21T13:48:00.000-07:00

Panda needs to stay cool.

Via mental_floss via Panda Loves to Party.

Panda Tee by Jeffrey D

2011-07-17T22:27:00.000-07:00

My dear friend Jeffrey recently posted this photo (also dutifully noted by Trevor) of fellow photographer Diane Abapo wearing a fine panda t-shirt. Always fun to see!

Know what else is fun to see? Jeff's work in this Saturday's Launch Festival. Come to it!

Trying to learn how to use chopsticks? Eat a panda!

2011-07-17T22:20:00.000-07:00

Doesn't that sound appetizing? Actually, I don't think you're supposed to eat them, but oh well. Panda correspondent Trevor shared this article about the Panda Darake practice kit, which allows you to practice your chopstick dexterity by picking up pandas and placing them on a rotating tire. Who doesn't need that?

Panda mask

2011-07-11T22:46:00.000-07:00

Discovered through Note A Photographer's blog, this set of photos by Pamela Klaffke includes this panda-tastic gem:

Polaroid Panda

2011-07-10T11:50:00.000-07:00

Panda blog co-founder Devora and I came across this Polaroid Panda during our adventures at the San Joaquin County Fair. I happened to have my Polaroid in my purse, so I recreated the panda's pose in real life.

Panda the puppy

2011-07-10T11:48:00.001-07:00

Panda correspondent Nicholas Wray met this aptly-named puppy on his adventures. Panda is a panda-like dog that enjoys going swimming:

and even has his own (earless) panda-friend:

Become a Cosmic Panda with YouTube

2011-07-10T11:41:00.001-07:00

Panda Correspondent Trevor points us to YouTube's new redesign, Cosmic Panda, which is available for try out right now. Give it a whirl and enjoy a "stylish new look and feel" and lots of other amenities.

Via TechCrunch.

Wonderful Treasure Finds in Chinatown!

2011-07-09T21:19:00.000-07:00

Found today in Chinatown. Look how cheerful the second panda looks!

(Red) Panda-monium at the Sacramento Zoo

2011-06-30T21:41:00.000-07:00

If you are in Sacramento the weekend after this one (i.e. July 9-10, 2011), head over to the Sacramento Zoo to celebrate the reopening of the red panda exhibit, a.k.a. Panda-monium at the Sacramento Zoo. There will be "speakers, activities for children, and of course, Red Pandas." What's not to love?

2011 = Year of the Panda Census

2011-06-30T21:29:00.001-07:00

Every 10 years, much like the human census, a panda census is conducted. Unlike the human census, however, the panda census is conducted by sending people out to collect panda poo-poo for DNA analysis.

Kudos go out to Panda Correspondents Milad & Trevor, who both made sure we were aware of this story.

Need a pet sitter?

2011-06-23T18:44:00.000-07:00

Hire a panda!

First-time Panda Correspondent Nicholas Wray brings our attention to this Midtown Sacramento pet sitting service. My question is: does a panda do the pet sitting? Or is this a service for your pet panda?

Nobody puts Panda in the corner!

2011-06-13T18:45:00.000-07:00

(oops!)

Spotted by Sam at Thai Chef's House.

Panda Crew Graffiti Art

2011-05-25T19:09:00.001-07:00

Graffiti artists Panda Crew have a new selection of work up.

Via Wooster Collective.

Panda facts

2011-05-25T19:07:00.000-07:00

mental_floss has a whole round-up of panda facts--check them out.

Dustin Hoffman Makes Angelina Jolie And Jack Black Rub A Panda For Good Luck

2011-05-22T12:21:00.001-07:00

Title blatantly stolen from Jezebel because it was too good not to keep.

Thanks to Maria for finding.

Rocking Horse Panda is Rockin'

2011-05-15T09:09:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Sam for finding.

Not everyone's fond of pandas

2011-05-08T21:23:00.000-07:00

Renn Fayre Pandas

2011-05-05T15:06:00.002-07:00

One year later!

Miss Alison...

And Yours Truly.

Chiller Panda

2011-05-05T15:06:00.001-07:00

Creepin' it up.

Panda Bento (One of Probably Millions)

2011-05-05T15:05:00.000-07:00

Nom, panda, nom!

Panda Fashion

2011-05-05T15:04:00.000-07:00

Dude. You could be this cool.

Sometimes, you just need a mother figure

2011-05-02T21:13:00.000-07:00

Panda Vandalism = Pandalism

2011-04-29T09:38:00.001-07:00

Via Copyranter.

Deadweight Panda wants milk

2011-04-27T18:00:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Sam for finding and I can haz for posting.

Panda Flash Drives

2011-04-22T14:14:00.001-07:00

I spotted this one in Office Depot not too long ago:

And then Panda Correspondent Vicki brought our attention to this one, spotted on another panda blog(!?):

Panda tea cups. With hats!

2011-04-22T13:18:00.000-07:00

Found at Cost Plus.

Red Panda Battle Mode: Engage!

2011-04-22T13:15:00.000-07:00

see more Daily Squee

I totally swiped the title from the original Daily Squee post. It was so perfect, I had to.

A Panda for a Hat

2011-04-18T21:34:00.001-07:00

A panda hat makes an appearance on xyxx.

The Best Reading Companion

2011-04-15T15:19:00.000-07:00

I'd like to snuggle up to a giant panda and read a book!