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Acclaimed children’s author Kimberly Willis Holt visited Department of Defense Dependents Schools (DoDDS) Sigonella elementary, middle and high schools at Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella from October 22–26. (U.S. Navy photo by MCSN Cameron Bramham/Released)
Acclaimed children’s author Kimberly Willis Holt visits NASSIG BY MCSN CAMERON BRAMHAM NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
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cclaimed children’s author Kimberly Willis Holt visited Department of Defense Dependents Schools (DoDDS) Sigonella elementary, middle and high schools at Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella from October 22–26. Her visit to NAS Sigonella was the first stop on her Writer's on Deck Tour, organized by command installation’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) which brings admired authors to selected bases where they get a chance to interact with service members, and in Holt’s case, their children. Normally, an author’s visit to a base would only be two to three days. NAS Sigonella was offered a special scholarship by Holt herself called the Ray and Brenda Willis Scholarship which funded an entire week. “Sigonella was the first winner,” Holt said. “I will offer this
[scholarship] every year to a school that has 95 percent military kids.” Holt's father was in the Navy while she was a child and she credits her experiences as a "Navy brat" to her success as a children's author. “Military kids experience things that some people never experience in a lifetime and those types of experiences can offer lots of opportunities for writers," said Holt. "I owe my writing career to my military childhood.” Holt is best known for her award-winning book, “When Zachary Beaver Came to Town” and her award-winning “Piper Reed” book series. “I know this sounds funny, but I didn't choose to write children's books,” Holt said. “The genre seemed to choose me.
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Most of my story ideas stem from moments in my childhood.” According to Holt's bio on scholastic.com she lived in a different home every couple of years. “I learned French in Paris, explored caves in Guam, rode the ferry across Puget Sound in Washington," said Holt. "Now I feel lucky that I had such a diverse background.” Holt believes anyone aspiring to be a successful writer needs to hit the books early and often. “Good readers are good writers,” Holt said. This was not Holt's first visit to NAS Sigonella to visit with and inspire young military children, and it will not be her last. “I loved having the opportunity to talk to military kids," said Holt." They've walked in my shoes and more than any place, these kids represent my roots.”
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“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” - Mark Twain
Strongman Competition
Catania Opera Season
Autumn Fest
Sigonella’s strongest men and women compete.
Opera season announced.
Sigonella brings American celebration to Sicily.
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NAS Sigonella Acting Executive Officer, Lt. Cmdr. Donald Crumpacker I want to thank MWR for another successful Autumn Fest. It was just amazing to see such a great turnout from our Sigonella Community and our Italian friends and neighbors. It is a true testament to the friendship that our two communities have shared for more than half a century. Thanks to all that came out to make the weekend such a huge success. The rains will be starting soon, and the weather is already getting cooler, so now is the time to make sure you and your family are prepared for the unexpected. During the rainy season, storms can occur quickly and it doesn’t take long for them to have a negative effect. The roads will be wet, making challenging driving conditions even worse, and potholes seem to magically appear. The further we get into the fall and winter months, the wetter the weather tends to become. Now is the time to check your vehicle and make sure the tires are in good condition and can accommodate the change in conditions. Two key lessons learned from the historic flooding in December 2005 as well as the heavy rains over the past few years are that pre-planning and communication are vital
to successfully deailng with weather-related challenges. As the rainy season begins, I want everyone to be aware of potential actions the base may take in the event of weather induced emergencies and also be alert to emergency announcements and where they can get emergency information. Preplanning: Every year, we experience some amount of flooding on NAS I and NAS II, as well as in Marinai. Although it may not be flooding on a level that forces people out of their homes like the December 2005 floods – but it is certainly enough water to make it challenging to drive both on and off base. Last year, as part of our pre-planning efforts, several preemptive measures were put in place, including the effort to notify the community of road conditions via All Hands email and Facebook, as well as determining key water levels that would put our plans in action. These measures were all based on lessons learned from 2005 and were designed to ensure the safety and security of our personnel in the event of further rain. We intend to continue the effort this year. Communication: We will use all avenues possible to communicate with you to increase our odds
of reaching as many people as possible. During normal duty hours, we will use All Hands emails as the primary notification tool; however, I understand that after normal duty hours and during the weekend, many of you don’t have access to these emails. In this case, we will post notices on the base Facebook page (facebook.com/nassigonella), employ AFN Radio and Television (AFN Atlantic or decoder channel 20), Command Phone Trees and Command Ombudsmen. If you are unsure what is going on -- or have a question -- please actively search for information from one of these sources in addition to checking with your chain of command. Potential flooding due to rainfall is a fact of life on this island. Sometimes local roads may be closed or potential hazards may be a factor in safely navigating on these roads. When confronted with these conditions, if you do not need to drive, don’t!, and once you have arrived at a safe shelter, please stay there until the problem has been alleviated. If your children are under the care of DoDDS school or CDC, we will without fail, ensure they are cared for until we can positively place them back into your hands.
Finally, I would like to remind everyone that you should always stay prepared for any potential hazard. It is recommended that you keep a five-day supply of food and water, as well as an emergency kit, which should include a batterypowered radio, flashlights and other important safety measures available at all times in your homes. These are tips for all emergencies and should be ready no matter what the weather is doing. Drive safe, use caution, and always be prepared. This is the best advice I can give to safely get through the rainy season and to have a safe and memorable experience while stationed at Sigonella. It is NOT okay to drink and drive!
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Around NAS Sigonella ...
Leading the female division, Erin Work demonstrates her strength. (Photo by MWR)
Sigonella hosts Strongman Competition Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Sigonella hosted its first Strongman Competition on October 27 at the NAS I Annex Field. The competition was open to all European bases, active duty military, spouses, DOD employees and local nationals. Twenty two people competed in the event. They were divided into four divisions. Their strength, agility, endurance and power were tested during six events. The top four finishers in each division moved on to compete in two final events: Tackle the Great Snake and Tire Flip. After 12-hours of competition, winners were announced. Congratulations:
Female Division: 1st Place: Erin Work 2nd Place: Stephanie Butler 3rd Place: Brandi Lusk Male Light Weight: 1st Place: Mark Miller 2nd Place: Tyler Tilebein 3rd Place: Brock Blair Male Medium Weight : 1st Place: Travis Miller 2nd Place: Phillip Proper 3rd Place: Greg Smith Male Heavy Weight and Open: 1st Place: Eric Clark 2nd Place: Barion Haywood 3rd Place: Estevan Florez Grand Champion: Patrick Washington
A student from Department of Defense Dependents Schools (DoDDS) Sigonella participates in the National Student/Parent Mock Election (NSPME) at Knight’s Hall, October 29. (U.S. Navy photo by MCSN Cameron Bramham/Released)
Mock Election 2012 BY MCSN CAMERON BRAMHAM NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
On October 29, Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella service members, parents, community members and students from Department of Defense Dependents Schools (DoDDS) Sigonella participated in the National Student/Parent Mock Election (NSPME) at Knight’s Hall. “This is a real world civics lesson for them,” NSPME Coordinator Shawn McCarthy said. “These are things that kids later on will always remember, this thirty second or one minute span of their life where they actually cast a ballot.” The NSPME is the oldest, largest and most successful voter-education program, dating back to 1980. In the last presidential election year (2008), more than five million students from all 50 states and other American schools around the world cast ballots for the NSPME. “Hopefully [NSPME] instills in them the notion that it’s not too difficult to vote,” McCarthy said. “Once all the votes are tallied here, we’ll send the totals to the [NSPME] headquarters where they will put the overall totals out before the actual election next week.” For more information on the NSPME, visit the organization’s website at http://www.nationalmockelection.org/.
Sigonella Faces of Loss, Faces of Hope BY LT. MEIGHAN MILLS U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella
The Sigonella Strongman Competition tested the limits of strength. (Photo by MWR)
Concluding the Walk to Remember, a lantern was released into the sky in memory of the babies lost each year. (Photo by Lt. Meighan Mills)
On October 20, members of Sigonella Faces of Loss, Faces of Hope (SFLFH) gathered for the second annual “Walk to Remember” dedicated to all the babies who die each year through pregnancy loss, stillbirth, or newborn death. Candles were lit for each of the babies who have been lost and their names were written on balloons that were carried around Marinai. The balloons were released and moms blew out each of their candles. Concluding the ceremony, a lantern was lit with the message, “In memory of those who have left us, may this light rise to the heaves to shine with you through all eternity” and everyone watched as it floated up into the sky.
SFLFH is part of the National Faces of Loss, Faces of Hope striving to put a face on miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss and bring awareness to this issue. Through this group, women come together to share triumphs and failures on their journey to healing and form relationships with others going through the same process. The peer led group meets the second Monday of the month at 6 p.m. at the NAS I Chapel. Next meeting is Monday, November 12. For more on SSFLFH email sigonellafacesofloss@yahoo.com or visit Facebook “Sigonella Faces of Loss. or www.facesofloss.com.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR FRIDAY
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TUESDAY 6
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David Chicken Performance 9 a.m.
AA Meeting NAS I Chapel 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY 7
10 Steps to a Federal Job 10 - 11:30 a.m. FFSC
Bowling $1 Day
Connections Bingo
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Italian Rest Day Job Fair 4 - 6 p.m. Outside Commissary
THURSDAY
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Tobacco Cessation Class 2-3 p.m. Midtown Classroom
POC: Kevin, 347-495-6721
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Teacher Work Day No School
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MONDAY
SATURDAY
Parent Teacher Conference
Relocation Fair 1 - 3 p.m.
Vasari Vineyard Tour ITT
CHOICES ... Planning After High School 4 - 6 p.m.
Jox Pub Texas Hold’em
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13 Veteran’s Day
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Italian Rest Day
Suicide Prevention 10 - 11:30 a.m. FFSC
AA Meeting NAS I Chapel 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Tiny Tots Fitness 10:30 a.m. Family Fitness
Tobacco Cessation Class 2-3 p.m. Midtown Classroom
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16 Job Search 101 9 - 10:30 a.m. FFSC
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17 Powderpuff Football
“Turkey for Me, Turkey for You” 5K Run/Walk
POC: Kevin, 347-495-6721
Faces of Loss, Faces of Hope Meeting 6 p.m. NAS I Chapel
Liberty/Connections/Take 5: x4246, x5602 Outdoor Rec: x4777, x4396
Fitness: x4483, x5243 Midtown 2 Theaters: x4248
FFSC: x4291 American Red Cross: x4900
Does your command or organization have an event you’d like to see on the Community Calendar? Email us at thesig@eu.navy.mil and let us know!
Need an appointment at the hospital? Call DSN 624CARE (2273) or commercial 095-56-2273, M-F: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For non-emergent medical questions that arise over the weekend, a holiday or after office hours, please call 335578-8077 if you are normally seen at the hospital or 335578-8150 if you are normally seen at the Flight Line Clinic.
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Saturday night lights BY CAPT. BOB GANTT NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella
Baumholder: 42. Sigonella: 14. The lopsided score didn’t reflect what happened that night. The game was so much closer than what the scoreboard showed. As an avid football fan and parent of two Jaguar players, I was one of four team parents that traveled to Baumholder to watch our High School’s first football playoff game. I saw first-hand. Our boys gave it everything they had. Our team of 18 football players clad in their blue pants and helmets with their white away game jerseys took the field, ready to play their seventh game of the season. Seeded fourth, Sigonella was playing the division’s only undefeated and number one seeded team, Baumholder, on their home field, one of the biggest and best kept fields in Europe. It was a beautiful, crisp fall night in Germany. Perfect for a football game, except the quickly cooling temperatures as the sun went down caused slippery dew on the field. I've been to five of Sigonella’s seven games this year. In the first game of the season, our team played with hesitancy and in some cases confusion. Since that game, I've witnessed not only individual players’ significant improvement, but how our football squad has developed and matured into a team, one with determination, drive, and confidence. We were down 27 zip at the half, but my focus was on how hard our young men played on defense, offense and special teams. Matt Cagle, playing nose guard, stopped the huge quarterback on the one inch line preventing a two point conversion. De Harrington and Peter Swisshelm covered and hit hard in the defensive secondary. Chris Miller, who improved with every play this season, hit hard, hit often and seemed to be around the ball on every play. Collin Gantt made a double-digit number of hard-hitting tackles, intercepted the ball, and especially execu-
ted perfectly a blitz called by coach that slammed the Baumholder running back with a loud smack behind the scrimmage line. Patrick Gallagher made two lightning fast freight train hits on the runner that reminded me of a former VA Tech linebacker, Kevin McCaddam, who was not that big but could hit like a Mack truck. Each hit involved the runner being slowed down by another tackler, then Patrick flying through the air and smacking the runner to the ground! Eli Lagger remained squared to the ground and tackled the powerful runners who were big and fast. Jacob Gantt, barely a buck twenty five pounds and 100 less than the opposing offensive line stood firm and jumped on and recovered a fumble. Gunner Smith gave it everything he had as he crisscrossed and hit and ran and mixed it up on every play. Jon Gasporra, Tristan Morris, and others hit and never quit. I hardly noticed the 42 points scored by Baumholder. But I did notice our defense denied them five extra point attempts. Two of those points denied were a result of Peter blocking two point after attempt. Although our offense scored only twice, our offense moved the ball all night long. They were a well oiled machine. Early in the season, some of our young men who were constrained by the paradigms of what an offense should look like, were skeptical of our head coach’s new offensive scheme wondering if a formation born in the 1940’s could work in the second decade of the twenty-first century. What started with running only five different plays in the first game evolved into an offense that executed over 30 different plays in the last game. The boys had bought into this scheme; they had believed they could execute these fun-towatch plays, and they did it. Matt Cagle, at center, dominated his opposing defender, and gave it his all every play. At one point, he held his
legs as the cramps demanded a momentary pause. Jon Gasporra held fast as the quarterback refused to be shaken by the non-stop pressure of the defensive blitzes. Jose Serna ran like the Olympian Bolt as he executed a run up the middle as he broke free from a wall of Titans as he sprinted 50+ yards for the end zone. De juked and flew all over the field. Antonio Garcia played smash mouth football as he ran time and again up the middle into the heart of the defense. Peter Swisshelm kicked extra points, and kick offs that boomed through the end zone. The offensive line acted like a tight knit team, discussing between plays how to stop the crushing defensive blitzes. Not throwing blame, just figuring out how to stop those behemoths. It was clear that the coaches had built a great team. Despite the score, the game was filled with incredible plays including the last series. When Collin in shotgun, took the snap, stepped back in the pocket provided by the blockers protection, and delivered a 45 yard laser precision pass to Peter who had just broken free as a receiver, just as the pocket collapsed on the QB. After a 3 yard QB keeper, it was second and goal on the two yard line. Matt delivered a snap to Collin, the wet ball slipped away, was fumbled, but bounced like a basketball back into Collin’s hands. Motioning to dive straight into the defense’s gut, he tossed the ball to Peter in the endzone amidst a gauntlet of defenders. TOUCHDOWN! Sigonella played a hard fought game. Each player showed gusto and moxy in every play. They demonstrated teamwork. What began as a rag tag bunch of boys ended up as a team of players that had each other's backs. Good job coaches. Good job players. Thanks for providing an exciting season of football! Watch out next year because we have a solid and well coached core returning!
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2013 Catania Bellini Opera season unveiled
The Catania Bellini Opera 2013 season opens on January 19 with Verdi’s “Un Ballo in Maschera” featuring celebrated Greek soprano Dimitra Theodossiou. (Photo by www.dimitratheodossiou.com)
The Catania Opera Company has recently announced its 2012-2013 International Season, which opens on January 19 with “Un Ballo in Maschera” by Giuseppe Verdi (1813–1901), the world-renowned Italian opera composer whose 200th birth anniversary will be celebrated in 2013. The Bellini Opera Artistic Director Xu Zhong told media that the new season is inspired by “originality, tradition and international character.” Every time you go to see a performance, you will enjoy the unique interpretations provided by internationally renowned opera soloists and conductors as well as the Bellini Opera Company orchestra and chorus. This year’s schedule consists of five operas and two ballets featuring the best Italian and international musicians, dancers and opera singers. The season begins with Giuseppe Verdi’s “Un Ballo in Maschera” (The Masked Ball), an operatic masterpiece which is based on a play by Eugène Scribe (Gustave III). “Verdi's opera, Un ballo in maschera (The Masked Ball)", tells the story of a king and his forbidden love of his best friend's wife. The opera cast, directed by Josè Cura, includes world acclaimed Dimitra Theodossiou Greek soprano and the following singers: Nicole
Piccolomini Marcello Giordani and Anooshah Golesorkhi. Un Ballo in Maschera is performed on January 19, 22, 23, 26, 27, 29 and 30. The first dance performance for the year features the Russian State Ballet presentation of “Diaghilev-Nijinsky” by Rimskij-Korsakov and Sheherazade by Camille Saint-Saëns, a two-part ballet performed on Febuary 19, 20, 21, 22, 22, 23 and 24. One of the greatest operatic masterpieces Giacomo Puccini’s opera: “Madama Butterfly” starring Italian soprano Raffaella Angeletti in the title role, tenor Rubens Pelizzari and baritone Carmelo Corrado Caruso shows on March 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 26 and 27. This delightful opera, loosely based on Pierre Loti’s novel Madame Chrysanthéme, tells about the tragic love story between the beautiful Geisha Cio-Cio San and the American Navy Lieutenant Pinkerton which leads to a heartbreaking betrayal and her suicide. Charles Adam's ballet “Giselle” will be the April highlight of the season. It will be performed by the National Opera & Ballet of Belarus Minsk on April 9, 10, 11, 12, 12, 13 and 14. Johann Strauss’s famous Viennese operetta “Die Fledermaus” (The Bat) starring soprano Julia Lima tells the story of Baron von Eisenstein, who after committing a petty crime and being sentenced to eight days in jail, delays his prison time to get the chance to attend a fancy ball at Prince Orlofsky’s with his friend Dr. Falke without telling his wife Rosalinde about it. Rosalinde, in the meanwhile, runs into the arms of her lover Alfred and invites him home. The situation becomes exhilarating when a policeman arrives and mistakes Alfred with the Baron and takes him to prison. The operetta’s cast includes conductor Maestro XU Zhong and the following singers: Stefania Bonfadelli, Nidia Palacios, Diletta Rizzo Marin Giuseppe Esposito, Danilo Formaggia and Salvatore Todaro. After the summer break , Giuseppe Verdi three-act opera “Stiffelio” shows on October 22, 24, 26, 27, 29, 30 and 31. Stifflelio is based on the play Le Pasteur, ou L’Évangile et le Foyer by Emile Souvestre and Eugène Bourgeois and had its world premiere at the Trieste, Teatro Grande, on November 16, 1850. As reported by Calssical.net, it tells the story of Stiffelio who has returned home after being away on a mission of mercy. While away, his wife, Lina had an affair with a nobleman, Raffaele. Stankar,
Archeological exhibition in Palermo
(Photo by Complesso museale Santa Maria della Scala – Siena)
“The Etruscans in Palermo: the Casuccini Museum,” an archeological exhibition focused on Etruschi, an ancient Italian civilization, is open now through January 6. Sicilian Regional Historic and Archeology Heritage Department Commissioner Amleto Trigilio says walking through the corridors of Real Albergo dei Poveri, a historic hospital which now hosts the Palermo Faculty of Arts, is like taking a breathtaking trip back in time. “Sicily has an enormous cultural and artistic heritage with thousands of archeological findings and collections still waiting to be catalogued," said Trigilio. The exhibit features the Palermo Archeological Salinas Museum’s Bonci Casuccini Collection, about 10,000 findings, part of which is housed in Sicily while the rest is on display at the Siena’s archaeological museum. See 200 sculptures, vases, ceramics, paintings, everyday domestic implements, burial furnishings and more. The Etruscan civilization, which developed in ancient Tuscany between the 9th and 1st centuries BC spreading throughout ancient Italy, consisted of a society of merchants, seafarers, craftsmen and farmers that left a rich archaeological heritage. The Real Albergo dei Poveri is located in # 217 Corso Calatafimi in Palermo. The exhibit is open daily from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 3 to 7 p.m. Closed on Sundays and holidays. Admission is free.
Lina's father, takes great offense at Raffaele's seduction of his daughter. When Stiffelio avoids taking vengeance, Stankar murders Raffaele. Moments later, Stiffelio leads his congregation in a passage from the Bible concerning a woman caught in adultery. As he reaches the phrase, "and she rose up forgiven," the congregation repeats the phrase and Lina is forgiven. The last opera of the season will be Gateano Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor which will be staged on December 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10 and 11. As reported by The Guardian, the popularity of this opera rests on one specific moment: “This is the famous third-act mad scene for the heroine ¬Lucia. Although she loves -another, ¬Lucia has been coerced into an arranged marriage, but then stabs her new husband to death on their wedding night; with bloody nightdress and hair in pleasing disarray, she wanders among the ¬horrified wedding guests and sings forth her derangement.” Featured singers include Jessica Pratt, Shalva Mukeria, Simone Piazzola and Francesco Palmieri The enchanting Bellini Theater is named after Vincenzo Bellini, one of the most important opera composers in the history of music, who was born in Catania in 1801. Architect Carlo Sada (1809-1873) designed this amazing teatro that was inaugurated in 1890 with one of Bellini’s masterpiece: “Norma.” It features a 105-member orchestra, 1,200 seats and a choir of 84 singers. This elegant building is located in the historic hearth of Catania representing the “heart” of the city’s artistic life. The auditorium has excellent acoustics thanks to the concave shape of the ground under the floor of the theater. Ernesto Bellanti painted the frescoes, on the ceiling, that represent the “Triumph of Bellini” and scenes from four of his famous operas. For more information, subscriptions packages or single tickets call 095-7150921 or visit the following website where you can purchase tickets on line: http://www.teatromassimobellini.it/
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Venice 'beginning to resemble Swiss cheese' (The Telegraph)
Canal banks are crumbling because of a lack of maintenance and cracks are appearing in centuries-old palaces along the Grand Canal, the boat operators claim. "You only have to take a tour of the canals by boat to realize straightaway that the historic centre is like a lump of Gruyere," said Aldo Reato, the head of the gondoliers' association. He said the city was suffering because of cuts in the funding that it used to receive from the central government in Rome under a special grant. His warning came after a section of canal bank close to Piazzale Roma, one of the Italian city's main squares, recently collapsed. Heritage campaigners blamed the incident on the building of a new luxury hotel nearby. Alessandro Maggioni, the city councilor in charge of public works, said Venice needed 60 million Euros (£38 million) just to carry out routine maintenance and repair work. "Everyone can see the problems that Venice has but we are impotent because we need money that the city simply does not have," he said. The erosion of Venice's canal banks has been blamed in part on the increasing number of giant cruise ships which visit the World Heritage site. An international group of heritage experts, authors and academics this week wrote an open letter to Mario Monti, the prime minister, calling for ships of more than 40,000 tons to be banned from entering St Mark's Basin and the Guidecca Canal, a passage of water which runs between Venice proper and the island of Giudecca. They said the city's unique architectural fabric was being seriously damaged by "the increasing, invasive and uncontrolled presence of enormous cruise liners in the lagoon. "Their presence arouses fears of serious environmental damage and jeopardizes the conservation of Venice's artistic heritage." The group, from eight countries including Britain, included academics from the universities of Cambridge,
Princeton, Columbia and Bologna, as well as Donna Leon, a best-selling American author of crime thrillers who has lived in Venice for more than 25 years. Sir Partha Dasgupta, a professor of economics at Cambridge University and a signatory of the appeal, told The Daily Telegraph: "Venice is a city of extraordinary historical and contemporary importance and it has a very fragile ecosystem. "There is strong scientific evidence that it is being damaged by these big ships and the huge numbers of tourists that they bring. Venetians have to have some capability of controlling the numbers of visitors, as is done in the Galapagos Islands, for instance."
Italians 'reusing scraps and leftover food' (The Telegraph)
Italians are returning to their culinary roots by reusing scraps and leftovers in the latest sign that people are struggling to weather the country's economic crisis. A recent survey found that 59 per cent of Italians are now reusing pasta, bread and vegetables in the kitchen to try to eke out their supplies to the next paycheck. They are drawing on a long and honorable tradition of "cucina povera" – poor man's food – in which cheap ingredients can be used to make delicious dishes. Some of the best-known examples include a salad known as "panzanella", which consists of stale bread, olive oil and tomatoes, and "ribollita", a tasty soup made from bread and leftover vegetables. The trend may help to cut down on food waste – Italians throw away 10 million tons of food worth around 11 billion Euros each year, the survey said. "Anti-waste recipes are numerous in Italy," said Sergio Marini, the chairman of Coldiretti, the food producing association which conducted the study. "You only need a little creativity and you can cook tasty meatballs with leftover ground beef, eggs, bread and cheese." As unemployment rises and austerity cuts impact, Italians are sharply cutting back on their consumer spending. Some are even forsaking their beloved morning cups of coffee at their local bar or café, as the cost of an espresso climbs to one euro or even more.
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Have fun practicing your Italian! Buona Fortuna
English: statue Italian: statua English: museum Italian: museo
English: sculpture Italian: scultura
English: catalogue Italian: catalogo
English: vase Italian: vaso
English: exhibit Italian: mostra
English: archeological Italian: archeologico
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Photos by MR1 Gary Spence, MCSN Cameron Bramham and MWR Sigonella BY MCSN CAMERON BRAMHAM NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
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aval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella celebrated the fall season with 22nd annual Autumn Fest, a community-wide event held on October 26 and 27 on NAS I. The two-day event was a collaboration led by Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) with the help of Security, Sigonella Fire Department, Public Works Department and numerous other organizations. “Autumn Fest is a great piece of Americana,” said MWR Recreation Director Bob Froelicher. “It’s great to bring the fall festivals that people have in the States and bring them to our community here.” The open base festivities were shared with local nationals who were able to see first-hand some of the
American traditions associated with Halloween and the autumn season. “There’s so much to do at Autumn Fest," said Froelicher. "A lot of the things we do here, [local nationals] may not see out in town." Festival highlights included a Zombie Run, Trick r' Treat Lane for children, a haunted maze, Sig's Got Talent show, Strongman Competition, live bands, crafts, carnival rides, and so much more. This year, attendees witnessed something extra special when a group of Sigonella community members broke out into a flash-mob dance to Michael Jackson’s hit, “Thriller.”
Preparing and setting up an event like Autumn Fest takes months of well-planned coordination and hard work. “It’s a huge evolution which starts with security and the fire department,” Froelicher said. “But when it comes together it’s a beautiful thing.” One of the festival features, the haunted maze, took the Public Works department five months to plan and execute. It was filled with graveyards, zombies and other scenes set to scare those brave enough to walk through. “If you came, you saw a great event,” Froelicher said. “If not, make plans to come next year!”
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Mark your calendars! EVERYONE Starting in November: Trek around Sicily! At the NAS I & NAS II Gyms, Family Fitness and Splashers Pool, travel around our map of Sicily and earn prizes! Each mile traveled by cardio machine, outdoor activity, swimming, biking, running, climbing, rowing, or anything that is measurable is logged mile for mile. Fitness classes = 10 miles. 1 mile = 5 miles at Family Fitness. Swim the Med - Track your progress meter for meter! Call 624- 4483 or see the front desk at the gym for more information.
STUDENTS November 8: Kids from Mrs. Van Ostenbridge’s class helped raise money for the Combined Federal Campaign by making and selling treats. (Photo by Sara Van Ostenbridge)
Kids raise money for CFC BY MCSN CAMERON BRAMHAM NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella kids from Mrs. Hillary Gillett’s and Mrs. Sara Van Ostenbridge’s class made and sold rice krispy treats at Autumnfest to raise money for the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) October 26 and 27 at NAS I. “The students worked really hard to help organize the fundraiser by giving their suggestions and preparing notes for each package,” Van Ostenbridge said. “Each note gave an idea for how someone could be a good citizen. Some of the ideas they came up with were be kind to one another, recycle, pick up litter, be a good neighbor, and treat people the way you want to be treated.” Van Ostenbrdge added the kids came up with the idea after being taught about a worldwide organization called Kids Care Club (KCC) during a social studies lesson on citizenship. The KCC organization focuses on kids working together to help others in their community.
“I'm extremely proud of these kids, they worked really hard and they volunteered their time when they could have been riding the rides and playing games,” Van Ostenbridge said. “They were so excited that they were making a difference that they started thinking about other ways they can help.”
Sigonella Elementary School will be implementing Millennium, a new library automation system. In order to make the change from the old system to the new, students must return all library books by Thursday, November 8.
November 14: Beginning November 14, students will be able to check out books in the new system. A parent letter will be sent home explaining the features of the new system. These features include a online searchable database that can be accessed at home and online library accounts that will allow students and parents to see which books are checked out. Here's a link to our school's online catalog: http:// slickids.dodea.edu/search~S174 (Some of the features will not be active until November 14.) Please feel free to contact Margaret Russo at margaret.russo@eu.dodea.edu for additional information.
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Kids prepare the packaging for the treats sold during Autumnfest. (U.S. Navy photo by MCSN Cameron Bramham/Released)
The Chaplains Religious Enrichment Development Operation (a.k.a CREDO Europe) is hosting a Personal Resilience Weekend, November 16-18. Take advantage of the opportunity to become a more resilient and effective individual. Personal, spiritual, and relational resilience is the central theme of this retreat. Enjoy private reflection and community discussion. All lodging, meals and transportation to and from the retreat site are provided. CREDO retreats are open to all U.S. military personnel and their family members, and on a space available basis to U.S. citizens employed by the Department of Defense and their family members who are assigned to commands in the Area of Responsibility (AOR). For questions or to register for this retreat please contact the NAS Sigonella Religious Ministries Department at 624-3975.
Friday, 02 Nov 12 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Asstd Doughnuts, Cinnamon Rolls. *Lunch: Chicken Corn Chowder, Baked Fish, Meat Loaf, Paprika Buttered Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Fried Okra, Spiced Cake w/ Frosting, Crisp Drop Cookies. *Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: Chicken Noodle Soup, Baked Fish W. Cherry Tomato Sauce, Tossed Green Rice, Corn O’Brien, Lima Beans, Spiced Cake w/ Frosting, Crisp Drop Cookies.
Tuesday, 06 Nov 12 *Breakfast: Hot Farina, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Grilled Sausage Patties, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Biscuits and Gravy, Asstd Doughnuts, Blueberry Muffins. * Lunch: Chicken Vegetable Soup, Roast Turkey, Pasta al Forno, Steamed Rice, Mashed Potatoes, Turkey Gravy, Carrots and Orange Amandine, Club Spinach, Fruit Cocktail Upside Down Cake, Oatmeal Cookies. *Speed Line: Roast Beef Sandwich, French Fried Potatoes. Dinner: Zesty Bean Soup, Chicken Quartered, Spaghetti Carbonara, Orange Rice, Southern Greens, Seasoned Mixed Vegetables, Fruit Cocktail Upside Down Cake, Oatmeal Cookies.
Saturday, 03 Nov 12 *Breakfast: Farina, Grilled Ham Slices, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Buttermilk Pancakes, Asstd Doughnuts, Crumb Cake. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, Creole Soup, Teriyaki Chicken, Fried Rice, Asparagus, Calico Corn, Cherry Pie, Abracadabra Bars. *Dinner: Vegetable Soup, Baked Lasagna, veal ,Steamed Rice, Seasoned Asparagus, Steamed Cauliflower, Garlic Bread, Cherry Pie, and Abracadabra Bars.
Wednesday, 07 Nov 12 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Creamed Ground Beef, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Blueberry Pancakes, Asstd Doughnuts, Bear Claws. *Lunch: Beef Rice Soup, Baked Fish w/ Cherry Tomato Sauce, Baked Chicken, Garlic Cheese Potatoes, Rice Pilaf, Cauliflower, Brussels Sprouts Polonaise, Cheese Cake, Chocolate Pudding. *Speed Line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: Cream of Chicken Soup, St. Louis BBQ Pork Ribs, Penne Alfredo, Steamed Rice, Greens Beans Nicoise, Steamed Peas, Cheese Cake, Chocolate Pudding.
Sunday, 04 Nov 12 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Minute Steak, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast Puff, Asstd Doughnuts, Italian Croissant. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, Puree Mongole Soup, Chicken patties, Onion Rings, Eggplant Ratatouille, Southwestern Rice, Club Spinach, Almond Cake, Crisp Toffee Bars. *Dinner: Chicken Vegetable Soup, Sauerbraten, Fish Portion, Spring Garden Rice, Mashed Potatoes, Natural Pan Gravy, Steamed Cut Green Beans, Seasoned Carrots, Almond Cake, Crisp Toffee Bars.
Thursday, 08 Nov 12 *Breakfast: Hominy Grits, , Oven Fried Bacon, Grilled Sausage Patties, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast, Asstd Doughnuts, Raisin Muffins. *Lunch: Corn Chowder Soup, Roast Pork, Chinese Five Spice Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Steamed Rice, Seasoned Carrots, Asparagus, Peanut Butter Cookies, Cherry Pie. *Speed Line: Asstd Pizza *Dinner: Minestrone Soup, Salisbury Steak, Penne Matriciana, Ginger Rice, Mexican Corn, Steamed Carrots, Cherry Pie, Peanut Butter Cookies.
Monday, 05 Nov 12 *Breakfast: Hot Hominy Grits, Minced Beef on Toast, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast, Asstd Doughnuts, Streusel Coffee Cake. *Lunch: Creamed of Broccoli Soup, Roast Beef, Lemon Baked Fish, Steamed Rice, Mixed Vegetables, Squash, Brownies, Yellow Cake w/ Icing, Fruit Ambrosia. *Speed line: Turkey/Ham & Cheese Sandwich. *Dinner: Vegetable Supreme Soup, Cajun Meatloaf, Chicken Breast, Rice Pilaf, Brown Gravy, Peas & Onions, Corn on the Cob, Brownies, Yellow Cake w/ Icing, Fruit Ambrosia.
Friday, 09 Nov 12 *Breakfast: Hot Oatmeal, Grilled Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Asstd Doughnuts, Cinnamon Rolls. *Lunch: Cream of Potato Soup, Breaded Pork Chop, Baked Fish, Tempura Fish, Oven Glo Potatoes, Tossed Green Rice, Seasoned Mix Vegetables, Summer Squash, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Pudding. *Speed Line: Grilled Hamburger/ Cheeseburger, French Fried Potatoes, Baked Beans. *Dinner: French Onion Soup, Chicken Cacciatore, Fish Portion, Steamed Rice, Spinach, Cauliflower Polonaise, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Pudding.
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The David Chicken Live Show Beginning this week, Sigonella’s Midtown 2 Theaters will be able to release select movie titles on the same day they are released in the United States. It’s a monumental new addition for all overseas theater locations. This is the first time ever that a movie will premiere at Sigonella the exact same day as the stateside premiere! The first same-day movie release will be Friday, November 2. Wreck-It Ralph 3D will show twice, at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Wreck-It Ralph is a family movie rated PG. Our next same-day movie release will be the new James Bond movie, Skyfall, November 9. For the latest same-day movie releases, see the movie schedule online at www.sigmwr.com.
The David Chicken Live Show is coming to Sigonella! The show has been described as a heart-pounding, floor-stomping, singing and dancing event that’s fun and healthy for the whole family. David Chicken will be performing music from his CDs and DVDs containing positive and motivational messages with a hilarious twist! This high-energy interactive show will have kids on their feet, singing and playing along. The show will be Tuesday, November 6 at 9 a.m. in Knights Hall. For more information on David Chicken, visit www.davidchicken.com. To find out more about his Sigonella show, call the MWR Entertainment Coordinator at 624-0548.
Midtown Movie theaters SCHEDULE & DESCRIPTIONS Wednesday, November 7 5:00 PM Frankenweenie 3D 5:30 PM Premium Rush 7:30 PM Lawless 8:00 PM Argo
PG PG-13 R R
Thursday, November 8 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM
Friday, November 2 No School 2:00 PM Wreck-It Ralph 3D 5:00 PM Wreck-It Ralph 3D 5:30 PM Frankenweenie 7:30 PM Lawless 8:00 PM Premium Rush
PG PG PG R PG-13
Saturday, November 3 2:00 PM 2:30 PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 7:30 PM
ParaNorman 3D Odd Life of Timothy Wreck-It Ralph 3D The Possession Argo
PG PG PG PG-13 R
Sunday, November 4 2:00 PM Wreck-It Ralph 3D 2:30 PM ParaNorman 4:30 PM Premium Rush 5:00 PM Argo 7:30 PM Lawless
PG PG PG-13 R R
Tuesday, November 6 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM
ParaNorman 3D The Possession Bourne Legacy Expendables 2
PG PG-13 PG-13 R
Wreck-It Ralph 3D Odd Life of Timothy Lawless Hit & Run
PG PG R R
HOUSE AT THE END OF THE STREET……...PG-13 STARRING:Jennifer Lawrence, Elisabeth Shue and Max Thieriot A mother and daughter move to a new town and find themselves living next door to a house where a young girl murdered her parents. (101 m.) LAWLESS……………………..…….R STARRING:Tom Hardy, Shia LaBeouf and Guy Pearce
Set in Depression-era Franklin Co., VA, a bootlegging gang is threatened by a new deputy who want a cut of their profits. (116 m.)
Friday, November 9 Elementary: No School 2:00 PM Finding Nemo 3D 5:00 PM Skyfall 5:30 PM The Possession 7:30 PM Lawless 8:00 PM Resident Evil 5 3D
G PG-13 PG-13 R R
Saturday, November 10 2:00 PM Finding Nemo 3D 2:30 PM Wreck-It Ralph 4:30 PM House at the End 5:00 PM Skyfall 7:30 PM Resident Evil 5 3D
G PG PG-13 PG-13 R
Sunday, November 11 2:00 PM Finding Nemo 3D 2:30 PM ParaNorman 4:30 PM Resident Evil 5 3D 5:00 PM Argo 7:30 PM Skyfall
GREEN RED BLUE
G PG R R PG-13
PREMIER LAST SHOW FREE MOVIE
Coming soon ... Dredd 3D, End of Watch, Won't Back Down, Taken 2, Pitch Perfect, Here Comes the Boom, Sinister, Alex Cross, Paranormal Activity 4
THE POSSESSION........………….PG-13 STARRING:Natasha Calis, Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Kyra Sedgwick
A young girl buys an antique box at a yard sale, unaware that inside the collectible lives a malicious ancient spirit. (92 m.) SKYFALL.........................................PG-13 STARRING: Daniel Craig, Helen McCrory and Javier Bardem
Bond's loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her. As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost. (143 m.) WRECK-IT RALPH………..…....…..PG STARRING: John C. Reilly, Jack McBrayer and Jane Lynch
A video game villain wants to be a hero and sets out to fulfill his dream, but his quest brings havoc to the whole arcade where he lives. (108 m.)
Movie schedule is subject to change. Please call to confirm. Movie Hotline: 624-4248
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Sudoku!
Did you know? An average person laughs about 15 times a day. Donald Duck comics were banned from Finland because he doesn't wear pants. Hot water is heavier than cold. Antarctica is the only continent without reptiles or snakes. Most lipstick contains fish scales. Non-dairy creamer is flammable. The first Ford cars had Dodge engines.
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1993 Mercedes E320 6 Cyl. Excellent condition. Sell for $2,500. Negotiable to $1,800 if let drive until 9 Nov. 2012 AFI plated leather interior, stereo with iPod access, power amp, A/C, tires 1 yr. old, floor jack, jumper cables, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, and battery starter. Contact Frank Smith at 0923-75-1034/night or 329-921-5435/cell.
tires, new struts/shocks and bushings, new glass head light assembly w/HID's. New CD/radio and upgraded speakers, new radiator, hoses, belts, window's tinted, new Piranha car alarm with remote lock/open, sports exhaust. Fitted BMW car cover, new battery, filters, plugs. Recently tuned up. More than $9,000 in "add-ons." KBB is $9,200. Asking only $7,600. Call Gary at 335-706-5400.
1998 VW Passat GLS 1.8T Sedan, great looking, reliable car, 4-cyl Turbo 5-speed Manual, ABS Traction Control, A/C and heat work well, CD. Maintenance records: Timing belt, water pump/belts, fuel filter, Antifreeze, battery, tires, regular oil changes, but power locks and dom light currently not working. $3,300. For more info call Ben, 339-708-7807.
2002 BMW 320d touring 4 door luxury,metallic blu, tan leather interior,navigation system,gps, Eight cd charger,Eight airbags, alarm, 17"wheels, fully loaded, lights, steering wheel comands, telephone on board,engine runs great, mechanicaly perfect, just tuned up, 45 mls with 1gal. Excellent island car. Asking 6,000 euro. For more info, call Tom at 338-821-7390.
1999 BMW 320 Convertible in great condition. New soft top, pop-on BMW hard top for rainy season, new paint job with "Clear Coat" paint sealer, new sports wheels with locks and
NOTICE
The Sigonella Elementary School’s Continuous School Improvement process engages the entire school community in an
ongoing process of self-evaluation and improvement. We need your support to lend a parent’s perspective! Join us, Wednesday, November 14 at Noon at the Sigonella Elementary School, Rm. 106. Lunch provided. For more information, please contact the KISA Parent Representative, Angela Dooney, at angela.dooney@eu.navy.mil SAWS ANIMALS
Achilles (a.k.a. Lucky), male, 3month-old puppy, black and brown, est. medium-sized, German Shepherd mix, still recovering from surgery on his back leg so he requires a family that can be gentle with him until he is recovered.
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quickly, current on shots, microchipped, and spayed. Malibu & Harper, female, small, kittens, 5-months, shy at first but enjoy to be petted, needs a 2nd shot. Mario & Luigi, male, est. me-
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dium, 5-months, puppies, will do well with any family, current on shots, microchipped. To volunteer, adopt or foster, visit facebook.com/Sigonella. Animals or http://sigonellaanimalwelfaresociety.webs.com/
PA I D A D S You can adopt while posted overseas. International & fostercare adoptions, homestudies. www.adopt-abroad.com renting apartments in residence in motta: 2/4 bedrooms, 2/4 baths, 110/220 power, A/C, city gas, Satellite TV, covered car parking, playground. Cell.: +39 347 1630 672 e-mail: leone.catte@alice.it apartment For rent (110 sq. meters) in motta s. anastasia downtown: open large dining room & kitchen area (New furnished kitchen), 2 bedrooms, family bathroom with shower over bath. Garage and parking, large balcony from where a nice view on the castle and countryside can be enjoyed. For info Cell. (+39) 348-515-1384 (Claudia), romclad@yahoo.it
Six puppies, male and female, brown, 8 weeks old, est. medium-sized. Jax, female, small cat, black and orange, loves people and other cats, shy at first but warms up
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Get it right: Write your resume with the FFSC! BY SARAH CONLAN Fleet and Family Support Center
Have you ever tried to sort through the countless resume samples and templates available online in order to find a format that’s right for you? Skip all that Google searching and come to the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) for assistance in writing your resume the right way! We can help you target your chronological, functional or combination format resume to the job you want or to a career field that best suits your interests. One of the most important things you can do when writing a resume is to target it toward the specific job for which you are applying. By using keywords from the job announcement, you can get the attention of the human resources specialists and get qualified for an interview. You want to match your knowledge, skills and abilities to what the employer desires in a candidate – utilizing keywords is an effective way to make your resume stand out from the competition. If you have heard that rumor that a resume should only be a page in length – don’t believe it! A private sector resume should be two pages in length and a federal resume can be up to five pages long. You want to show a potential employer all you have to offer, so use the space available to you to put your qualifications in the spotlight and prove your ability to do the job well. A cover letter is an excellent tool for highlighting your
soft skills, reaching out directly to the employer and adding a meaningful narrative to your resume. Although the resume can be longer, a cover letter should be limited to a single page (and yes, we’d be happy to help you write a cover letter, too). Even if you already have a working resume, we can help you make it even stronger. Does it contain a specific objective and a section detailing your highlights of qualifications? Have you created a professional email address to organize and track all of your inquiries regarding available jobs and networking opportunities? Perhaps you have not worked in a few years and want to upgrade your resume to underscore the fantastic skills you have to offer an employer. We’re here to help! We offer individualized assistance and monthly resume classes to answer all of your questions about how to put together an effective resume that can help you get the job that’s right for you. We also have numerous resources and great information about networking, powerful job search strategies, interview skills and more. Our next Resume Renovation class is on Tuesday, November 20 from 10-11:30 a.m. Why not help yourself to an early Thanksgiving treat of a standout resume? Now that’s something to be thankful for! Call the FFSC at 624-4291 or contact Sarah Conlan at sarah.conlan@eu.navy.mil for more information.
Sexual Assault Prevention Hotlines Sigonella SAPR VA Hotline:335-642-8312 Or:19020 (toll-free access code) 1-877-995-5247 (From DSN lines) DoD SAFE Helpline: 001-877-995-5247 (From cell phones and off-base telephones)
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