Sparks Hometowne Farmers Market

It’s that time again, it’s Thursday night Farmer’s Market at Victorian Square in Sparks.  If you haven’t been, there’s something for everyone.  To fresh produce all the way down to fried zucchini. All different types of food for you to buy and try.

 If you have nothing fun to do on Thursday night, come out and get some fresh produce from your favorite local farms.  Meet some of your friends or make some new ones and enjoy what the farmers market has to offer you.

 The Sparks Hometowne Farmers Market starts today at 3:00 until 8:00pm and go through August.  Make sure you go and check it out, you do have the whole summer for this fun filled event.

 “The Sparks Hometowne Farmers Market is now known as the Whole Foods Hometowne Farmer’s Market, thanks to the City of Sparks teaming up with Whole Foods Market as the title sponsor of the event. The idea is to return the market to its original focus of being a place for families to come have a fun afternoon and enjoy indulging in fresh fruits and vegetables. The market is also produced by Shirley’s Farmers’ Markets of Sparks. There are some other changes, so read on.

 About the Sparks Whole Foods Hometowne Farmers Market

The 2012 Whole Foods Sparks Hometowne Farmers Market will be the 20th season of this popular event. The market will be in the Victorian Square Plaza, between Victorian Avenue and the Century Theaters. This location eliminates the hassle and expense of closing Victorian Avenue to traffic every week. The market will be on Thursdays from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. The earlier opening time is intended to put an emphasis on local farmers and food, giving people an opportunity to take home locally produced food for meals at home. Opening day is Thursday, June 7, with the market repeating every Thursday through August 23.

 If you want to get real local, look for the “Nevada Grown” sign on produce vendor booths, which will ensure you are buying food from nearby Nevada locations like Fallon, Yerington, and even Reno. Our northern California neighbors are also well represented, particularly with fruits, berries, and vegetables more suited to their milder climate.

  A new feature at the Whole Foods Sparks Hometowne Farmers Market is food trucks. Several of our local Reno mobile eateries will set up on Victorian Square in front of the Nugget, including Kenji, Taste of New York, Dish Truck, and St. Lawrence Pizza Company.

Growers at the Whole Foods Sparks Hometowne Farmers MarketNumerous growers from northern Nevada and California bring their produce to the Whole Foods Sparks Hometowne Farmers Market. Here are some of the vendors from which you can buy fresh fruit and vegatables… “

This information can be found on: http://renotahoe.about.com/od/foodshopping/a/sparksmarket.htm

Toast & Taste of Summer

Looking for something fun do this Thursday night, if your not taking an Econ final with me?  Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation of Northern Nevada is having a Toast & Taste of Summer.  This will be at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa at 6:00pm until 10:00pm.  The cost is only $35.00 if you buy them now and $45.00 at the door.

This is the second year of them doing this wonderful event.  Last year event was very successful.  If you weren’t able to attend or just could afford to go to their amazing Gala, this is a great chance for you to check out what JDRF does in our community.  I have worked this organization for the last five years and my family has been very involved for over 40 years. 

Come out and support a great cause and get some good summer food and drinks.  I’m sad that I’m missing this event.  Take the time and go for me.  You’ll meet great people, hear wonderful stories, eat amazing food and drink some wonderful wines and microbrewers.  There sometime for everyone. Let make this event successful for JDRF Northern Nevada.

 “Please join us at the 2nd Annual Toast & Taste of Summer on Thursday, June 7.

Where: Atlantis Casino Grand Ballroom

Reno, Nevada 

Starts: 06/07/2012 @ 6:00 pm

Ends: 10:00 pm

Check-in Time: N/A

Ticket Cutoff: 06/07/2012 11:45 am

Contact: Julie Malkin

Phone: 775-786-1881

E-mail Address: jmalkin@jdrf.org

This event will feature exquisite wineries, microbreweries, restaurants, sports vendors and  live entertainment by local band, decoy. Great eats will be served up by: Jazmine, The Cheeseboard, Midtown Eats, Un Café Bistro, The Men’s Club, The Gas Lamp, Campo, Bistro Napa, The Grove and more.

Confirmed wineries and microbreweries Include: Ancien Wines, Arietta, Bin 36, Eagle Eye, Educated Guess, Elyse, Four Vines, Grace Patriot, Grant Family Vineyards, Hahn Family, Milla Handley pouring Handley Cellars, Laird Family Estate, Kim Mettler pouring Mettler Family, Mi Sueno, Miner Family, Ole Spanish Imports, Opolo Vineyards, Quilici, Ric Forman pouring Forman, Rudi Wiest German Wines, Schulz Cellars, Sineann, Small Vineyards Italian portfolio, Yorba Wines, Tahoe Blue Vodka, Gera Vodka, Tahoe Moonshine Distillery, Indian Wells Brewery, Tenaya Creek Brewery and  Joseph James Brewery. “

Here’s the link to buy tickets: http://jdrfevents.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.eventDetails&eventID=1541

And the Winner Is???

And the winner is??? The Silver State!!! Say what? You’re all thinking was I watching the same pageant? Yep, I know Rhone Island won. So how was Nevada the winner? Well having it in own backyard is how we win!

I know that my blogs are about what’s happening in Northern Nevada but I’m taking us South. This we just had Miss USA here in Las Vegas last night at the Planthollywood I thought it would be fun to blog about it.

The tourism for these pageant is amazing. Do you know the these girls from all 50 states bring all of their family and friends to Las Vegas. Plus most of the former Miss USA state title holders come in to cheer the new girl and have reunions with the girls from their year. Talk about winning in the tourism for our State!

I was very lucky enough to have been invited to Miss USA two years ago. My best friend was Miss Nevada USA 2010. Sadly I was unable to attend because I was just starting my job with the Governor that Monday. But that same year Las Vegas was lucky to hold Miss Universe. 83 countries came into our State. Yet again we were a winner and that time I was able to go down to Las Vegas and represent our state for the Governor. That was an amazing experience!!

The history of Miss USA.

“Who would have thought that in 1952, a local “bathing beauty” competition spearheaded by Catalina Swimwear in Long Beach, CA would transform into an international annual tradition with countless young women around the world vying to become a part of Miss Universe history? As millions of fans have watched around the globe, the contest has evolved into a powerful, year-round,  international organization that advances and supports opportunities for these young women.

These women are savvy, goal-oriented and aware. The delegates who become part of the Miss Universe Organization display those characteristics in their everyday lives, both as individuals, who compete with hope of advancing their careers, personal and humanitarian goals, and as women who seek to improve the lives of others.”
This information was taken from the Miss USA website: http://www.missuniverse.com/missusa/info/history

Get Set and Start Running: RTO

Who’s running in the Reno-Tahoe Odyssey on June 1-2, 2012? I’m not going to lie, when I heard RTO, I thought PGA golf. I was so wrong; it’s the other RTO which is the Reno-Tahoe Odyssey. I know a lot of my friends are running in it as we speak. I’m currently following them on Facebook.

This is its 8th year for the Odyssey relay run which was started by Eric Lerude. It will take place in Reno, Lake Tahoe, Carson City, and Virginia City. It’s over hour 24 hours of running and walking 178 miles. This is definably a great way to “Discover Your Nevada”.

There’s so much to do for the runners. There are many contests to be won, here’s a few Best Team Name, Best Team Shirt, Best Costume, Best Decorated Team Vans and Most Spirited Team. The runners can even get married in Virginia City. Everyone has a great time and this event help out local charities, the two that they picked this year are the Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation and Tahoe Pyramid Bikeway.

Here is some fun and interesting facts that I found from their web site.

“It is a long wandering. A relay run ideally suited for teams of 12 runners on a 178 mile course. Starting in Downtown Reno along the Truckee River. Traveling through the Sierra Nevada mountains and along the shores of Lake Tahoe. Circling back through the Northern Nevada high desert to where you began in Reno.

The race begins Friday. It is a staggered start, with waves of teams starting every 15 to 30 minutes. The slower seeded teams will begin around 9 a.m. and the faster seeded teams will begin in the afternoon. Exact start times will be announced in the month before the event. Plan to get to Reno by Thursday night.

The only changes of fortune you will experience will be for the better. You will have a great time. And when you finish, you will enjoy an overwhelming feeling of accomplishment and teamwork. And be the special guests at a party to celebrate your achievement.

To explain this chart, please see the runner in the No. 1 slot. That runner will run Leg Nos. 1, 13 and 25. No. 1 is 4.8 miles and rated “easy,” No. 13 is 6.2 miles and rated “moderate,” and No. 25 is 3.2 miles and rated “easy.” That runner will run a total of 14.2 miles. We have ranked that set of legs as the 10th hardest (or 3rd easiest) group of legs, so the Runner 1 slot receives the No. 10 ranking.

The person that you put in the No. 4 slot in your runner line-up will have the most difficult set of legs, hence the no. 1 ranking. So assign your best runner to be the No. 4 runner.

The legs that we have rated as “most difficult” contain the steepest climbs on the course. No. 4 contains an approx. 3 mile climb up the Dog Valley Road, No. 14 contains an approx. 1.5 mile climb near Bliss State Park, No. 19 contains an approx. 2.5 mile climb to Daggett Pass, and Nos. 30 through 32 contain some steep sections in the Virginia City area. The other most challenging leg is No. 33 descending Geiger Grade. That is the longest downhill leg of the course.

Most the legs are rated “moderate” and “easy” and are relatively flat, with the difference in rating being a matter of distance.”

This information was taken from Reno-Tahoe Odyssey web site: http://www.renotahoeodyssey.com/index.htm

Here is a copy of the handbook: http://www.renotahoeodyssey.com/RTO-Handbook-2012.pdf

Here is a copy of the Reno-Tahoe Odyssey video: http://www.renotahoeodyssey.com/video/video5.htm

Nevada Humane Society’s Walk for Animals

Who looking for something fun to do and that they can get their pet involve in to? This Saturday, June 2 at 8:00am the Nevada Human Society is having a Walk for Animals.  It’s going to be held at the Sparks Marina.

There will be all kinds of fun things for you anf your fluffy friends to do. They will have trainer there, entertainment, food and drinks, and tricks for the animals. They are also having some different contests for prizes, Best-Dressed Pet, Best Pet Tricks, and Best Look-a-Likes.

Come out and bring your pet and help a great cause. Help them raise their goal of $100,000! My friend Alice and Senator Kieckhefer is doing this on Saturday, will you? I will be there.

“Animal Lovers Needed to Help Raise $100,000 for Homeless Pets at
Nevada Humane Society’s Walk for Animals, June 2, Sparks Marina
Two-Mile Fun Walk, Entertainment, Refreshments, Contests
Dog Training Demos & Autographs by Hollywood Dog Trainer Joel Silverman
and MoreAnimal Lovers are needed to help raise $100,000 for homeless pets at Nevada Humane Society’s Walk for Animals on June 2 at the Sparks Marina. This fifth annual Walk for Animals kicks off at 9:00am. Registration opens at 8:00am and festivities continue until 1:00pm.

Joel Silverman, Hollywood animal trainer and Animal Planet star, will be autographing photos and sharing behind-the-scenes secrets of his new show, Dog and Cat Training with Joel Silverman, which will air locally on FOX beginning in September and features pets from Nevada Humane Society. In addition, Silverman’s dog, Foster, will be on hand performing his favorite tricks. Celebrity guests include State Senator Ben Kieckhefer, Sparks Mayor Geno Martini, Reno Mayor Bob Cashell, and Washoe County Commissioner Kitty Jung. Laurie Adamson and Jeff Ryan from Sunny 106.9, NHP Trooper Chuck Allen, Washoe County Regional Animal Services Manager Barry Brode,and John Murphy from Reno News & Review will also be in attendance. “We are expecting over 1,000 walkers, many with their canine friends,” said Bonney Brown, the executive director of Nevada Humane Society. “This event is so important to us, as the funds go to help homeless animals arriving at our shelter daily. Last year over 10,000 animals received care and shelter at

Nevada Humane Society. We expect to care for that many again this year.”
Walkers who raise $30 or more receive a t-shirt and those who raise more receive additional prizes. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the refreshments and entertainment, including, face painting, pet contests, exhibitors including sponsors Petco and the Petco Foundation, pet adoptions and more. Pets can enter the following contests for prizes: Best-Dressed Pet, Best Pet Tricks, and Best Look-a-Likes. You can register for the Walk for Animals online or by using a printed brochure, which can be
downloaded from the NHS website, picked up at the shelter or at one of many local businesses. More information, online registration, and downloadable forms for the Walk for Animals are available at NevadaHumaneSociety.org.
About Nevada Humane Society: Nevada Humane Society is a non-profit, charitable, no kill shelter creating a no-kill community. NHS works to find homes and provide care for homeless animals. Our work is made possible by donations.” Taken for their new release where can be found at: http://www.nevadahumanesociety.org/

2012 American Cancer Society Coaches vs. Cancer Golf Tournament

Who wants to play in a fun golf tournament at the beautiful Redhawk golf course with Nevada Men’s Basketball coach David Carter? This is a wonderful event that the American Cancer Society puts every year. It’s this Thursday May 31,2012 at 7:00am.

It’s the second year for Northern Nevada to have this fun golf tournament. All the money raise here, stay in here, in Northern Nevada. American cancer society puts on this golf tournament all over the U.S. in hope find a cure for cancer.

This is a great chance to play a fun game of golf with your friend and help fight cancer. Challenge your friends in golf tournament or even Coach Carter. See if you can beat the Coach. This a fun event. Come out and join us!

“After hosting a very successful Coaches vs. Cancer Golf Tournament in 2011, the volunteer event chair and the American Cancer Society confirmed a date and location for the second annual golf tournament: May 31, 2012 at Redhawk Golf and Resort.

Ryan Gilbrech, a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and this year’s event chair also confirmed the return of UNR Men’s Basketball Coach David Carter as the honorary co-chair. “Coach and his team are off to a great start,” states Gilbrech, “He still manages to check in with us, that shows his commitment to the mission.” This year funds raised from the golf tournament will support the American Cancer Society’s local fuel assistance program.

The fuel assistance program is one of many programs the American Cancer Society offers to patients in Northern Nevada. As an active volunteer with the American Cancer Society, Gilbrech works closely with staff and volunteers to ensure that programs and services are available to members of the community. “As a volunteer I am proud to team up with coach and provide an opportunity for sponsors and players to give back to the community by participating in this year’s golf tournament.”

The cost of the tournament is $500 per foursome or $150 per player. Gilbrech is currently recruiting volunteers, sponsors and players. For more information regarding the tournament contact the American Cancer Society office 775-828-3200.

The American Cancer Society assists with limited financial assistance in the form of gas cards for patients to help with the cost of getting to and from cancer related medical appointments. The patient must meet all program guidelines and must be traveling to a cancer related medical appointment. Cards can be used at any gas station that accepts American Express credit cards.”
This information was taken from this website: http://www.examiner.com/article/date-set-for-coaches-vs-cancer-golf-tournament

25th Annual Saleswoman of the Year Award

On Friday night the Professional Saleswomen of Nevada ( Northern Nevada) had their annual awards dinner at the Peppermill at 6:00pm. This year’s theme was the roaring 20’s. Everyone showed up wearing their best 1920’s flappers’ dresses to gangster outfit. There was a live jazz band and photogher.

This year Professional Saleswomen of Nevada were honoring five women and out of those five one of them would be “Saleswoman of the Year” award Cheri Hill, Molly Hutchinson, Jennie Maxwell, Angie Fairbanks, and Katie Knapps. The winner this year was Angie Fairbanks.

These ladies do so much for our community. They are all involved in helping out other organizations such as
• CAAW
• Safe Embrace
• Crisis Call Center
• Reno Aids Walk
• Planned Parenthood
• Girl Scouts
• Veteran’s Guest House
• Sierra Association of Foster Families
• Fernley Flood Victims Fund
• White Ribbon Campaign against Domestic Violence
• Northern Nevada Food Bank
• Susan G. Komen Foundation
• The Note-Ables

This is a wonderful group of women that work hard and give back to our community. If anyone interest in joining here is their website: http://www.psn-nevada.com/

What is Professional Saleswomen of Nevada ( Northern Nevada)
“The Mission Statement
Our mission is to attract the finest professional saleswomen in the community for the purpose of enhancing the profession of sales, furthering self-development and building a network of success-minded women sharing a common interest.

Founded in 1985, PSN is a not-for profit networking organization. Our current membership roster encompasses a wide variety of business women and men who support our mission.
Our meetings are set in a luncheon format, designed to encourage, motivate and educate. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month at the Peppermill Hotel and Casino. Networking begins at 11:30am. The Program begins at noon and ends promptly at 1pm.
Guests are welcomed to attend our luncheon by reservation only. Guests and members can click Calendar, then select the day of the meeting you would like to attend and reserve through our website. To view our upcoming meeting schedule, please click here.
Please direct PSN membership inquiries to Molly Hutchinson at membershippsn@gmail.com. Dues are $60 paid annually. All members are expected to participate in the monthly meetings, volunteer on the various committees and serve on the executive board as necessary.

What is SWOTY?
Professional Saleswoman of Nevada annually presents the prestigious,
“Saleswoman of the Year” award to the woman in our Nevada Community that excels in her profession of sales and marketing.
Each year we seek nominations for this award from the Business Community at large.The nominees do not need to be a member of PSN and can be self-nominated or nominated by an employer, co-worker, friend, etc.
PSN seeks nominations throughout Nevada of those women who:
• Exhibit the highest level of professional dedication
• Demonstrate outstanding client service
• Are actively involved in community programs and organizations
• Strive for professional self improvement”
All this information was found on Professional Saleswomen of Nevada website: http://www.psn-nevada.com/

Moms on the Run

Every year JP Pinocchio has been here to make sure this run goes off without a hitch. It all started back in May 2000. They started it to help local women living with cancer. It was Pinocchio and the whole Northern Nevada community that has made this run a success.

Every year this run is getting bigger and bigger. More and more people are coming out to support this great cause. I know this year, different groups of my friends all got together and formed team with theme.

People of Northern Nevada are very creative when it comes to themes for their teams. My friend Julie Merica her teams theme was “Party People, celebration love, celebrating life.” Of course it was pink with black writing. This is great way to give back and have some fun with your friends. Next May make sure you and your team will be there to run!!

“Moms on the Run is a non-profit organization that was formed in 2000 to raise money to assist local women with cancer. Funds raised will be donated to specific needs of women’s cancers in Northern Nevada. We are local people helping local people. All money raised here stays here.

Moms On The Run is a non-profit organization created by hard working, caring people of this community. We are here to assist local cancer patients during their treatment when it is at times very difficult to keep rent paid, buy groceries and pay for other living expenses.

If you know anyone who could use our assistance please have them call 826-8117,
e-mail or click here to get an application.

All the money raised here stays here!

Thank you for your contributions.

If you wish to designate Moms on the Run as the beneficiary of your fundraising, marketing or sales campaign, please contact us for guidelines and details.

If you wish to contribute to Moms on the Run:
Moms on the Run
P.O. Box 10994
Reno, NV 89510

Phone: (775) 826-8117
E-Mail: admin@momsontherun.info

Tax-Deductible Contributions: Moms on the Run is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. If you require a Tax ID Number or letter to make your tax-deductible contribution, click here to download one. Thank you in advance for your support.”
Information was taken from Mom on Run website which can be found at http://www.momsontherun.info/index.htm

Wish Day

How many of you knew that April 29, 2012 was National World Wish Day?  I didn’t until I read the Reno Gazette-Journal on the front page was this story. It was such a wonderful story but all their stories from the Make-A-Wish Foundation are amazing. Below I included the link to the story if you didn’t get a chance to read it.

 Did you know that we have Make-A-Wish Foundation in Northern Nevada? We do have one and they do grant many of wishes for children. This is an amazing foundation that I have privilege to work with.  They have done so many wonderful things for these children, that these children would have never been able to do.

 I was lucky enough back in 2010, to make a little boy’s dream come true. His dream was to ride the rail road in Nevada, well I heard the story and I told the Governor about him.  He was able to meet the Governor, have a one-one talk with him, , tour the Capitol, and the Governor presented him with a copy of a proclamation, one of the rail roads that he visited happen to be celebrating a milestone and they received a proclamation for it. That was the best feeling; to be able to make someone wishes come true.  I still have the thank you that he sent us.

 Here the link to the RGJ story on World Wish Day: http://www.rgj.com/article/20120429/NEWS/120429004/Make-Wish-Foundation-trips-shopping-sprees-help-children-get-through-tough-treatments?odyssey=mod|newswell|text|FRONTPAGE|p

 “Make-A-Wish will celebrate the third annual World Wish Day on 29 April 2012 with thousands of people across 48 countries the Foundation serves around the globe.

 World Wish Day commemorates the anniversary of the wish that inspired the creation of what is now the world’s leading wish-granting organization. Seven year old Chris Greicius’ wish to be a police officer was granted in Phoenix, Arizona by volunteers on 29 April 1980. To celebrate Chris’ wish and the work of the Foundation, Make-A-Wish affiliates, chapters and supporters from all over the world will be joining in the celebration through wishgranting events in their communities.

 This year, a special group of celebrity wishgranters came together to craft a Public Service Announcement to raise awareness about World Wish Day® and the Make-A-Wish® mission: : youtu.be/OFUjTf3N82Q.

  Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber, among other celebrities, have lent their voices to the World Wish Day campaign. In supporting this important cause, Miley Cyrus granted the wishes of eight children from Australia, Canada, Spain and the US with a private meet and greet. Other celebrities have joined in, including WWE superstar John Cena who granted wishes to children across Europe throughout April, including wish children Aaron from Ireland and Mark & Alex from the UK.

 Several Make-A-Wish International sponsors are helping us celebrate World Wish Day this year, including Mattel, Disney Stores Worldwide, CNN International, Hard Rock International and Ringo Starr’s Lotus Foundation – as well as clothiers Brooks Brothers, who are proud to announce their ten day fundraising initiative, starting on World Wish Day itself, 29th April.

 Since 1980, the Make-A-Wish Foundation® has enriched the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions through its wish-granting work. The Foundation’s mission reflects the life-changing impact that a Make-A-Wish® experience has on children, families, referral sources, donors, sponsors and entire communities.”

This information was taken from: http://www.make-a-wish.org.uk/news-and-events/news/this-sunday-is-world-wish-day/

 Our Local Chapter: Mission Statement

 “We grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.

 Our chapter volunteers are part of a nationwide network of nearly 25,000 caring people dedicated to making wishes come true. This page is about some of the great people at our chapters who are brightening the lives of wish kids. Although it has become one of the world’s most well-known charities, the Make-A-Wish Foundation® has maintained the grassroots fulfillment of its mission to serve children with life-threatening medical conditions. Volunteers serve as wish granters, fundraisers, special event assistants and in other numerous capacities.”

 This can be found at: http://www.wish.org/about/our_mission

Denim Day

Last Wednesday April 25 was Denim Day, which represents prevention sexual violence.
Here in our State of Nevada, the First Lady Kathleen Sandoval urged everyone to wear denim. She had a press conference at Old Navy to talk about sexual assault and how to prevent it.

The whole month of April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The Governor signed a proclamation declaring the whole month to its awareness. Having the awareness about it and how to stop it is the first step.

It’s sad to know that we know one or two women or men that have been sexual assaulted. The statistics of sexual assault is so high. There are so many people that have been sexual assault that have never report it or even worst never told anyone. Never having a voice and feeling like it was their fault. Having this month and day is giving both women and men a voice to speak out and stop this from happening.

“Denim Day is a campaign to prevent sexual violence through education and public awareness.  April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and Denim Day is a call to action for all people to come together by wearing denim as a visible sign of protest against sexual violence. By participating in Denim Day this April, you can play a role in the prevention of sexual violence. Every year we ask community members, elected officials, businesses and students to make a social statement with their fashion and on April 25th to wear jeans as a visible means of protest against misconceptions that surround sexual assault.”

Italy, 1997
A teenage girl was picked up by her 45-year-old old driving instructor for her first lesson. He took her to an isolated location, pulled her out of the car and forcefully raped her. Despite threats that she would be killed if she told anyone, the girl reported the incident, and the case is prosecuted. The driving instructor was convicted of rape and sentenced to jail.
Months later, the perpetrator appealed the sentence, and the case made it all the way to the Italian Supreme Court. The case against the driving instructor was overturned, and the perpetrator was released.
In a statement released by the Head Judge, he stated, “because the victim wore very, very tight jeans, she had to help him remove them, and by removing the jeans, it was no longer rape but consensual sex.”
Outraged by the verdict, the women in the Italian Parliament began what started out as a protest against the court case by wearing jeans to work. It began an annual international demonstration known as Denim Day. The wearing of jeans became an international symbol of protest against erroneous and destructive attitudes about sexual assault.
We encourage the people in our community to show their support by wearing jeans  to work on April 25. It will serve as a visible means of protest against myths that surround sexual assault. Together, we can stamp out ignorance by awareness.
When you participate in Denim Day you:
1. Make it possible for more sexual assault survivors to reach out and find help.
2. Promote prevention through education so sexual violence doesn’t occur.
3. Encourage institutional and societal change.
4. Make a powerful statement without ever saying a word.”
This information is from this website: 2012 DVSAC http://www.dvsac.org/denim-day/

For addition information can be found at: http://denimdayinla.org/