----- Tuesday, April 01, 2008 -----
Clothes Line Project
April 1-April 30 (San Pablo (Contra Costa County))
 Event location: Displayed at El Centro P.D.; El Sabante P.D.; San Pablo P.D.; Los Medanos College; St. Mary's College
Event Sponsor: Community Violence Solutions
Contact: Jo Ann D. 510.237.0113
Flag Display
All Day (Santa Cruz)
 Event Location: Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz

Contact: Family Services/ Rape Crisis at 559.732.731

Event Schedule: 7:00am - 7:00pm

Event Sponsor: Women's Crisis Support ~ Densa de Mujeres

Other Relevant Information:
This event will also be done by all Mid-Coast Rape Crisis Centers in California on the same day.
It's Time to Stop The Violence
All Day (Salinas, CA)
 Event Location: Hartnell College

Contact: Cynthia Patterson & Tarah Fischer

Event Schedule: 8:00pm

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program

Other Relevant Information: This Community awareness event highlights the fact that last year, a forcible rape occured every 5 minutes in the state of California. To represent these survivors, a flag will placed in the ground every 5 minutes from 7:30am to 5:30pm. Information and staff will be available throughout the day at a local college talking with students and answering questions.
----- Wednesday, April 02, 2008 -----
SAAM Kick-Off Open House
All Day (Santa Rosa, CA )
 Event Location: UASA Office: 835 Piner Road, Suite D

Event Starts: 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Contact: Linda Edwards, Associate Director

Event Sponsor: United Against Sexual Assault of Sonoma

Relevant Information: Please join us for food and festivities as we honor the courageous survivors of sexual assault.
----- Thursday, April 03, 2008 -----
National Day to End Sexual Violence - Open House
All Day (San Pablo (Contra Costa County))
 Event Location: 2101 Van Ness Street, San Pablo, CA

Event Starts: 4:30pm to 6:30pm

Contact: Jo Ann Douglas at 510.237.0113

Event Sponsor: Community Violence Solutions

Dine For a Change
All Day (San Francisco, CA)
 Event Location: Participating Restaurants all over the San Francisco Bay area

Contact: Nicole Hsiang at 415.861.2024

Event Sponsor: San Francisco Bay Women Against Rape

Other Relevant Information:
Dine for a Change is an annual event that helps raise the visibility of the problem of rape and sexual assault and engages community and business support in ending sexual violence. We will be asking our own donors as well as the public-at-large to patronize participating restaurants to donate 15% - 14% of total food and beverage sales toSFWAR on that day. Dine for a Change is a great way for restaurants to gain new patrons and customers, raise visibility for their business and contribute to the well-being of the community by taking a stand against sexual violence.
Listed below are just a few of the participating restaurants(for more please call415.861.2024):
40%
@ Dottie's True Blue Cafe' ~ 552 Jones Street ~ 415.885.2767
25%
Bissap Baobab ~ 2323 Mission Street ~ 415.826.9287
Cote Sud ~ 4238 18th Street ~ 415.255.6565
People's Coffee ~ 2015 Shattuck Ave. ~ BERKLEY 510.666.0666
Ramblas Tapas ~ 577 Valencia ~ 415.565.0207
Tao Cafe ~ 1000 Guerrero St. ~ 415.641.9955
15% or less
Alive! ~ 1972 Lombardi St. ~ 415.923.1052
Atlas Cafe ~ 3049 20th Street ~ 415.648.1047
Bi-Rite Market ~ 3639 18th Street ~ 415.241.9760
Boogaloos ~ 3296 22nd Street ~ 415.8224.3211
Center Against Sexual Assault" National Day to End Sexual Violence / Open House"
All Day (Riverside)
 April 3, 2008 @ 10:00am – 5:00pm

Center Against Sexual Assault National Day to End Sexual Violence / Open House

Riverside

C.A.S.A. Office, 640 N. San Jacinto St., Ste. E., Hemet, CA 92543
Contact Jeanette Casillas, (951) 652-8300, Fax (951) 652-0944, HYPERLINK "mailto:jcasillas@swcasa.org" jcasillas@swcasa.org, HYPERLINK "http://www.swcasa.org" www.swcasa.org
Center Against Sexual Assault "Opening Doors Opening Eyes"
10:30 AM-4:30 PM (Riverside)
 Center Against Sexual Assault, 640 N. San Jacinto St., Ste. E, Hemet, CA 92543 Contact Jeanette Casillas, (951) 652-8300, Fax (951) 652-0944, HYPERLINK "mailto:jcasillas@swcasa.org" jcasillas@swcasa.org, HYPERLINK "http://www.swcasa.org" www.swcasa.org
----- Saturday, April 05, 2008 -----
Walk A Mile In Her Shoes
All Day (Redding )
 Event Location: Pavilion in Lake Redding Park
Event Sponsor: 10:00 am
Contact: Maggie John at 530.244.0118 x203
Event Sponsor: Shasta Women's Refuge
Register: starts at 8:30 &9:45am Walk begins at 10am.
Walkers encouraged to have family and friends financially support walkers.

Other Relevant Information:
International Men's March to stop rape, sexual assault and gender violence.


----- Monday, April 07, 2008 -----
"Militarization of Rape: Sexual Violence in Armed Conflict"
All Day (University of California Santa Barbara)
 Event Location: State Street Room of the UCEN

Contact: 805.893.3778

Event Schedule: 7:30pm

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program

Other Relevant Information: Panel Discussion
"CYBER PREDATOR ON THE INTERNET" Forum
All Day (Santa Rosa)
 Event Location: Redwood Credit Union Room Community Room, 3033 Cleveland Ave. Santa Rosa

Event Starts: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Contact: Linda Edwards, Associate Director 707.545.7270 ext 11

Event Sponsor: United Against Sexual Assault of Sonoma County

Relevant Information: Joint presentation with UASA, So. Co. District Attorney, Petaluma Police Department, Santa Rosa Police Department. Informative, interactive. The hook-up to cyberspace SAAM slide show will be live and real sites will be accessed. Come away with tools to help know what to do, how to monitor kids internet use and how to better communicate with them.
Center Against Sexual Assault" Women’s Awareness, Assertiveness and Self-defense Training for West Valley High School"
All Day (Riverside) (every Monday)
 West Valley High School, 3401 W. Mustang Way, Hemet, CA 92545 Room A294. Contact Jeannette Casillas, (951) 652-8300, Fax (951) 652-0944, HYPERLINK "mailto:jcasillas@swcasa.org" jcasillas@swcasa.org, HYPERLINK "http://www.swcasa.org" www.swcasa.org
----- Tuesday, April 08, 2008 -----
Film and discussion of "Water"
All Day (University of California Santa Barbara)
 Event Location: MCC

Contact: 805.893.3778

Event Schedule: 8:00pm

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program

Other Relevant Information: Film and Discussion
----- Wednesday, April 09, 2008 -----
Art Exhibit
All Day (Visalia)
 Event Location: Family Services at 419 W. Murray, Visalia

Contact: Family Services/ Rape Crisis at 559.732.731

Event Schedule: 9:00am to 4:pm

Event Sponsor: Family Services/ Rape Crisis Center

Other Relevant Information:
Due to the nature of the theme of the exhibit, some of the artwork displayed may be too explicit, disturbing and/ or potentially triggering for some people. We recommend that youth age 13 and under are accompanied by an adult.
Sigma Alpha Zeta~ It Affects Relationships
All Day (University of California Santa Barbara)
 Event Location: Women's Center

Contact: 805.893.3778

Event Schedule: 6:00pm

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program

----- Thursday, April 10, 2008 -----
Take It To The Streets
April 10-April 11 (Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz)
 Event Location: Pacific Avenue

Contact: Sexual Assault Manager 831.425.4030

Event Schedule: 8pm - 12am (both nights the 10th and 11th)

Event Sponsor: Women's Crisis Support ~ Defensa de Mujeres

Other Relevant Information:
Volunteers, staff and friends will walk up and down Pacific Avenue on Thursday and Friday Nights to raise awareness regarding sexual assault. We will pass out labeled condoms that say, "Got Consent?" and laminated cards with information on ways to keep safe and prevent sexual assault. We especially welcome men to join us when we take it to the streets!
Rally "It Affects Me"
All Day (University of California Santa Barbara)
 Event Location: SRB Patio

Contact: 805.893.3778

Event Schedule: 11:00am-1:00pm

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program

Other Relevant Information:
Rally "It Affects Me" with Andrea Gibson
All Day (University of California Santa Barbara)
 Event Location: Multipurpose room, Student Resource Building

Contact: 805.893.3778

Event Schedule: 7:00pm

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program

'CYBER PREDATORS ON THE INTERNET" Forum
All Day (Petaluma)
 Event Location: Lucchesi Community Center, 320 N McDowell Blvd., Petaluma

Event Starts: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Contact: Linda Edwards, Associate Director 707.545.7270 ext 11

Event Sponsor: United Against Sexual Assault of Sonoma County

Relevant Information: Joint presentation with UASA, So. Co. District Attorney, Petaluma Police Department, Santa Rosa Police Department. Informative, interactive. The hook-up to cyberspace SAAM slide show will be live and real sites will be accessed. Come away with tools to help know what to do, how to monitor kids internet use and how to better communicate with them.
----- Friday, April 11, 2008 -----
Victim's Rights Conference and Awards Luncheon
All Day (Santa Ana (Orange County))
 Event Location: Doubletree Hotel in Santa Ana

Contact: Lita Mercado at 949.975.0244 Fax 949.975.0250 or email at lmercado@spinc.org
Link to website: www.cspinc.org

Event Sponsor: CSP Victim Assistance Programs

Other Relevant Information:
Registration is Required.
Art Exhibit "Still I Rise"
All Day (University of California Santa Barbara)
 Event Location: SRB

Contact: 805.893.3778

Event Schedule: 4:00pm

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program

Center Against Sexual Assault "Fifth Annual Senior Safety Self-defense Day"
9:00 AM-12:00 PM (Riverside)
 James Simpson Center, 305 E. Devonshire Avenue, Hemet, CA 92543
Contact Jeanette Casillas, (951) 652-8300, Fax (951) 652-0944, HYPERLINK "mailto:jcasillas@swcasa.org" jcasillas@swcasa.org, HYPERLINK "http://www.swcasa.org" www.swcasa.org
Registration is required; the last day to register is April 4, 2008. Please contact C.A.S.A. for further information (951) 652-8300
----- Saturday, April 12, 2008 -----
Walk to Stop the Silence ~ Table and Flag event
All Day (Watsonville Downtown Plaza)
 Event Location: Watsonville Downtown Plaza

Contact: Sexual Assault Manager 831.425.4030

Event Schedule: 10:00am-2:00pm

Event Sponsor: Women's Crisis Support ~ Defensa de Mujeres

Other Relevant Information:
Women's Crisis Support ~ Defensa de Mujeres will be tabling, and will be doing the flag display 10am-2pm. The community could be a part of it by sponsoring a flag, and writing something on the flag about anti rape, a name of a victim, or ending sexual assault.
----- Monday, April 14, 2008 -----
Take Back the Night event ~ Take Back the Night
All Day (University of California Santa Barbara)
 Event Location: MCC Theater

Contact: 805.893.3778

Event Schedule: 8:00pm

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program

Candlelight Vigil
All Day (Sonoma)
 Event Location: Sonoma Plaza, Sonoma

Contact: Linda Edwards, Associate Director 707.545.7270 ext 11

Event Sponsor: United Against Sexual Assault of Sonoma County

Relevant Information: www.uasa.org
Center Against Sexual Assault" Women’s Awareness, Assertiveness and Self-defense Training for West Valley High School"
All Day (Riverside) (every Monday)
 West Valley High School, 3401 W. Mustang Way, Hemet, CA 92545 Room A294. Contact Jeannette Casillas, (951) 652-8300, Fax (951) 652-0944, HYPERLINK "mailto:jcasillas@swcasa.org" jcasillas@swcasa.org, HYPERLINK "http://www.swcasa.org" www.swcasa.org
----- Tuesday, April 15, 2008 -----
Film Screening: Searching for Angela Shelton
All Day (Irvine (Orange County))
 Event Location: University of California, Irvine Campus, Cross Cultural Center: Joseph White Conference Room

Contact: Robert Buelow Tel: 949.824.3005

Event Sponsor: UCI Campus Assault Resources and Education (CARE), UCI, Gender Education Series, ASUCI

Other Relevant Infomation: This film will be shown as part of the "Popcorn and Pop Culture" film series. The film will be followed by a moderated discussion. Popcorn and refreshments will be provided. More information on this film can be found at http://store.searchingforangelasheltonstore.com. The film screening will begin at 7pm.
Sexual Assault Resources and Response Panel
All Day (University of California Santa Barbara)
 Event Location: SRB MPR

Contact: 805.893.3778

Event Schedule: 7:00pm

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program
Candlelight Vigil
All Day (Santa Rosa)
 Event Location: Railroad Square, Santa Rosa

Contact: Linda Edwards, Associate Director 707.545.7270 ext 11

Event Sponsor: United Against Sexual Assault of Sonoma County

Relevant Information: www.uasa.org
----- Wednesday, April 16, 2008 -----
Guest Speaker Activist Elaine Brown
All Day (University of California Santa Barbara)
 Event Location: Corwin Pavillion

Contact: 805.893.3778

Event Schedule: 7:00pm

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program

Clothesline Project
All Day (Sonoma )
 Event Location: Sonoma State University

Contact: Linda Edwards, Associate Director 707.545.7270 ext 11

Event Sponsor: United Against Sexual Assault of Sonoma County

Relevant Information: www.uasa.org
----- Thursday, April 17, 2008 -----
RALLY!
All Day (University of California Santa Barbara)
 Event Location: Anis 'q' Oyo Park

Contact: 805.893.3778

Event Schedule: 5:30pm

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program
Candlelight Vigil
All Day (Petaluma)
 Event Location: Walnut Park, Petaluma

Contact: Linda Edwards, Associate Director 707.545.7270 ext 11

Event Sponsor: United Against Sexual Assault of Sonoma County

Relevant Information: www.uasa.org
----- Friday, April 18, 2008 -----
"Shine Your Light" on Sexual Assault
All Day (Antioch, CA)
 Event Location: Rivertown Resource Center at 301 W. 10th Street, Antioch, CA

Event Starts: 6:30-8:30pm

Contact: Jo Ann at 510.237.0113

Event Sponsor: Community Violence Solutions

----- Monday, April 21, 2008 -----
Clothesline Project
April 21-April 23 (Irvine (Orange County))
 Event Location: University of California, Irvine Campus ~ Gateway Commons

Event Starts: 8:00am

Contact: Mandy Mount, Ph.D. 949.824.7273

Event Sponsor: UCI Campus Assault Resources and Education (CARE)

Other Relevant Information:
The Clothesline Project is a display of t-shirts made by survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones. The various types of sexual violence are represented by different colored t-shirts - containing graphic messages and illustrations symbolyzing the survivors' experiences. The project raises awareness about the prevalence and impact that sexual violence has on our society and allows survivors an opportunity to break the silence by telling their story.
Center Against Sexual Assault" Women’s Awareness, Assertiveness and Self-defense Training for West Valley High School"
All Day (Riverside) (every Monday)
 West Valley High School, 3401 W. Mustang Way, Hemet, CA 92545 Room A294. Contact Jeannette Casillas, (951) 652-8300, Fax (951) 652-0944, HYPERLINK "mailto:jcasillas@swcasa.org" jcasillas@swcasa.org, HYPERLINK "http://www.swcasa.org" www.swcasa.org
----- Tuesday, April 22, 2008 -----
 All Day
----- Wednesday, April 23, 2008 -----
Take Back the Night
All Day (Irvine (Orange County))
 Event Location: University of California, Irvine Campus

Event Starts: 7:00PM at the Flag Poles on campus

Contact: Mandy Mount, Ph.D. 949.824.7273

Event Sponsor: UCI Campus Assault Resources and Education (CARE)

Other Relevant Information:
As a culmination of the Clothesline Project, Take Back The Night is a candlelight vigil and match to raise awareness about sexual violence. Throughout the walk there are stations with visual displays and/ or artistic performances addressing the various aspects of sexual violence, including societal factors which allow sexual assault to exist,its widespread occurance, and the devastating impact. The evening concludes with a speak-out, where survivors can share their experiences of assault and recovery.

Denim Day
All Day (Irvine (Orange County))
 Event Location: University of California, Irvine Campus

Event Starts: 8:00am

Contact: Mandy Mount, Ph.D. 949.824.7273

Event Sponsor: UCI Campus Assault Resources and Education (CARE)

Other Relevant Information:
Denim Day at UCI is an opportunity for all campus departments to wear jeans to show their support of the efforts to end sexual violence. Departments, campus groups, and residence halls are encouraged to submit photos of their staff members and students in jeans on this day as part of a contest to promote the event.
Denim Day Rally
All Day (Pittsburg, CA )
 Event Location: Pittsburg Civic Center, Pittsburg CA

Event Starts: 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Contact: Jo Ann Douglas at 510.237.0113

Event Sponsor: Community Violence Solutions

Denim Day
All Day (Santa Cruz)
 Event Location: City Hall Court Yard, Santa Cruz

Contact: Sexual Assault Manager 831.425.4030

Event Schedule: 12:00pm to 2:00pm

Event Sponsor: Women's Crisis Support ~ Defensa de Mujeres

Other Relevant Information:
Wear your jeans on Wednesday, April 23rd and attend a lunch time event with speakers, photo exhibition, agencies informations, food, beverages and jean exhibition.
Center Against Sexual Assault "Seventh Annual Denim Day"
12:00 PM-1:00 PM (Hemet/San Jacinto)
 April 23, 2008, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Center Against Sexual Assault Seventh Annual Denim Day in Hemet / San Jacinto

Hemet Library, 300 East Latham Avenue, Hemet, CA 92543
Contact Jeanette Casillas, (951) 652-8300, Fax (951) 652-0944, HYPERLINK "mailto:jcasillas@swcasa.org" jcasillas@swcasa.org, HYPERLINK "http://www.swcasa.org" www.swcasa.org
RSVP is required (951) 652-8300, Lunch will be provided first come first serve
----- Thursday, April 24, 2008 -----
Take Back the Night
All Day (Redding,CA)
 Event Location: Redding City Hall, Cypress Avenue

Event Starts: 7:00PM at the Flag Poles on campus

Contact: Linda Cadd at 530.244.5683

Event Sponsor: Shasta Women's Refuge

Other Relevant Information:
Resource Fair, Family Entertainment, Free Food, Out-door march, tribute to survivors, "Circle of Strength" conclusion.
Denim Day!!
All Day (University of California Santa Barbara)
 Event Location: University of California Santa Barbara

Contact: 805.893.3778

Event Schedule: ALL DAY

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program

Other Relevant Information: WEAR DENIM!
Take Back the Night
All Day (Sonoma)
 Event Location: Sonoma State University

Contact: Linda Edwards, Associate Director 707.545.7270 ext 11

Event Sponsor: United Against Sexual Assault of Sonoma County

Relevant Information: www.uasa.org or info@uasasonoma.org
----- Friday, April 25, 2008 -----
Community Champions Breakfast
All Day (Concord)
 Event Location: Marie Callendar's at 2090 Diamond Blvd, Concord, CA

Event Starts: 8:00am to 10:00am

Contact: Jo Ann Douglas at 510.237.0113

Event Sponsor: Community Violence Solutions


----- Saturday, April 26, 2008 -----
The Men's March
All Day (Sherman Oaks, CA)
 Event Location: Sherman Oaks Galleria Fountain (Corner of Ventura & Sepulveda Boulevards)

Event schedule:
Pre-Register: online at www.walkamileinhershoes.org
10:00am Onsite registration begins
11:30pm Pre-Men's March Program
12:00pm Men's March
1:00pm Post March Reception

Contact: Dr. Charlie Hanson at 818.677.4013 or for more information email: walkamileinhershoes@hotmail.com

Event Sponsor: Sherman Oaks Galleria.com /California State University Northridge/ Chronicle Business Group

Other Relevant Information:
High Heels Recommended for Men and Available on Request. Everyone is invited to participate with the Men in heels leading the march followed by other men, women and children. Proceeds to benefit Valley Trauma Center
Walk Against Rape
All Day (San Francisco, CA)
 Event Location: Starts at Justin Herman Plaza (Embarcadero BART) ~ End in Mission Delores Park (16th Street BART)

Event Starts: 10:00am

Contact: Janet at 415.861.2024 or email at janetuphyde@sfwar.org

Event Sponsor: San Francisco Women Against Rape

Other Relevant Information:
A rally of solidarity will be held at the finish line. Along with: Clothesline Project on display, Performances, Visual Arts, Food, Drinks, Keynote Speakers, Community Organizations with information and resources.

Sponsorship forms are available at www.sfwar.org or call/email Janet at 415.861.2024 / janetuphyde@sfwar.org. On-site registration morning of the walk Raise $50.00 and get a T-Shirt, prizes available for top fundraisers.
----- Monday, April 28, 2008 -----
Center Against Sexual Assault" Women’s Awareness, Assertiveness and Self-defense Training for West Valley High School"
All Day (Riverside) (every Monday)
 West Valley High School, 3401 W. Mustang Way, Hemet, CA 92545 Room A294. Contact Jeannette Casillas, (951) 652-8300, Fax (951) 652-0944, HYPERLINK "mailto:jcasillas@swcasa.org" jcasillas@swcasa.org, HYPERLINK "http://www.swcasa.org" www.swcasa.org
----- Tuesday, April 29, 2008 -----
Sexual Violence in the Jewish Community
All Day (Santa Barbara)
 Event Location: University of California Santa Barbara Hillel Social Hall

Contact: 805.893.3778

Event Schedule: 7:00pm

Event Sponsor: UCSB Rape Prevention Education Program

Other Relevant Information: Panel Discussion on Sexual Violence in the Jewish Community
----- Wednesday, April 30, 2008 -----
"Community Champions Breakfast~ Honoring those who make a difference
All Day (San Rafael (Marin County))
 Event Location: Whistle Shop Restaurant at 830 Tamapais Avenue in San Fael, CA

Event Starts: 8:00am to 10:00am

Contact: Jo Ann Douglas at 510.237.0113

Event Sponsor: Community Violence Solutions

Center Against Sexual Assault "Shine the Light on Sexual Violence Candle Light Vigil & Blessing"
6:45 PM-7:30 PM (Riverside)
 The First Presbyterian Church, 515 E. Kimball, Hemet, CA 92543
Contact Jeanette Casillas, (951) 652-8300, Fax (951) 652-0944, HYPERLINK "mailto:jcasillas@swcasa.org" jcasillas@swcasa.org, HYPERLINK "http://www.swcasa.org" www.swcasa.org