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Vol. 37 No. 18
CELEBRATING THE NAVY’S 245TH BIRTHDAY pages 6 & 7
ARANCINA OR ARANCINO? SUMMER IN SICILY & BEYOND
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Direct Line Lt. Karl Schonberg, NAS Sigonella Public Affairs Officer
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eam Sigonella, It has been a while since I have had the opportunity to touch base with you via the Direct Line. As the NAS Sigonella Public Affairs Officer, I make an effort to talk to everyone about the role that public affairs plays onboard our community when you go through base INDOC. I understand there is a lot of information presented at INDOC and that, for some of you, that may have been a long time ago, so I want to take this opportunity to discuss the ways that we communicate important information with you and your families. If you have a military email address, you are probably familiar with All Hands Messages (AHM). These emails are one of your best sources of timely and official information here onboard NAS Sigonella. Every Monday and Thursday at noon, we send a digest with general announcements, professional and volunteer opportunities, as well as events, classes, and workshops. Since these emails tend to be lengthy, we send them in HTML format, which allows you to look at the table of contents and click on the item you’re interested in to be taken directly to it. If you don’t see the blue links, simply click where it says “We converted this message into plain text format” and select “Display as html.” Voila! Of course, not all news follows our regular schedule. Therefore, you may find urgent AHMs in your inbox at irregular times as well. While we know your time and inbox space is valuable, we ask that you make sure you are receiving these messages as well as reviewing them and sharing any pertinent information with your junior Sailors. We don’t want you to miss any information that directly impacts your work or your daily life. Another excellent source of official NASSIG information is our Facebook page. At https://www.facebook.com/ nassigonella/, you will find base news, helpful tips, information from partners like MWR, and, of course, photos of people and events across our community. Just this past week, we’ve shared posts about how to stay safe in an earthquake, a timely message from Captain Pickard, and the virtual celebration of the Navy’s 245th birthday. In addition, our Facebook page is where we host virtual town halls with base leadership and subject matter experts, which are a great way to hear directly from the people making decisions that affect you. As our recent earthquake exercise demonstrated, our AtHoc system is a vitally important system of communication. A mass emergency notification system, AtHoc allows us to quickly inform you about major threats, dangers, and natural disasters, as well as urgent issues such as road closures, thunderstorms, and water safety. AtHoc is designed to keep all personnel, including dependents, safe and informed, and if you are not currently receiving text messages or emails from this system, please sign up at W-SI-NASSIG-EMERGMGMT-STAFFGS@fe.navy.mil. For entertainment as well as information, we always encourage
you to tune in to AFN Sigonella at 105.9 FM on your radio or via the AFN Europe app. AFN Sigonella provides exchange rates, fuel prices, weather, traffic updates, and of course you can listen to music in between informative segments, news pieces and interviews. On the AFN Sigonella Facebook page, you can find regularly scheduled guests who are subject matter experts on various topics that pertain to the Sigonella community. Finally, I cannot forget The Signature, the publication in which you are reading this Direct Line. NAS Sigonella’s biweekly newspaper is published every other Friday and is chock full of interesting stories covering stories from around our community, in Sicily and in the Navy. You can get the full experience of our beautifully designed paper as a PDF at https:// www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafcent/installations/nas_ sigonella/news/The_Signature.html or using your computer to visit https://issuu.com/nas_sigonella, but you can also read mobile-optimized stories on your phone through the ISSUU website. Lastly, we post the stories and photos from each issue throughout the following weeks on our Facebook page. Although I’ve spent this Direct Line telling you about the ways we communicate with you, I would like to end by encouraging you to communicate with us. You can send us messages through our Facebook page or email the public affairs shop at nassigpao@eu.navy.mil. If you have a message you would like included in our regular All Hands emails, please send it to us at Nassig.allhands@eu.navy.mil. If you have an idea for an article in The Signature, please reach out to thsig@eu.navy.mil. And, of course, if you see me around base, don’t hesitate to say hello!
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Interactive Customer Evaluation Customer Comment Regarding NEX Cash-Back Policy: Was questioned if we were ‘new’ here because we got cash back at checking out. We have been here to well over a year. Nowhere does it say there is a 5$ max for cash back. The cashier didn’t at any point make eye contact or speak English or treat us as patrons at their business, rather spoke to his coworker the entire time. If they wish for us to not take out more than 5$ cash back, then the transaction should be denied and/or communication from the cashier. There should be signage or communication. Response: Thank you for your raising your concern. The policy for cash back at the NEX is a maximum of $25. We will conduct refresher training at all of our service outlets to alleviate this issue and ensure clear communication in the future. If at any time you have an issue with your service, please reach out to a NEX manager to immediately address the problem on the spot. Customer Comment Regarding Group Fitness Classes: I was stationed here six years ago and I had such great time with all the great fitness and sports events that MWR was giving to the community. I remember that almost every month there were a wide range of classes or activities scheduled. I do understand the whole pandemic situation, but I am hoping in a more consistent group exercise classes and running events. Response: We completely agree! Our challenge is finding qualified instructors because group fitness instruction at any MWR facility requires an accredited certification to teach a group class. As a matter of policy within CNIC, fitness instructors are not hired as permanent staff, and we currently have only two certified instructors on base who have come forward to teach classes: spinning, high intensity interval training, and primal fitness. So if you, or someone you know has an NCCA-accredited certification in Group Fitness or is
interested in obtaining one, reach out to Elizabeth Leonard at 624-0504. Please stay tuned to the MWR Sigonella website for more details on upcoming classes and events, including running events. Customer Comment Regarding Auto Skills Center Car Wash: We have received ICE comments regarding the current status of the Auto Skills center car wash bays. Response: We hear you and understand that access to a reliable car washing option is important to our NAS Sigonella community. Our system sustained damage to three of four wash bays following an electrical power surge, and we are working to restore full functionality as soon as possible.
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BZ to MWR: I am new to Sigonella and have taken the opportunity to utilize MWR trips to view some of Sicily while I don’t have a means of transportation. My experience has been amazing! I went on the downtown Catania “elephant square” tour and wine tasting as well as the sunset Marzememi boat trip. Guides are knowledgeable and professional, price is reasonable, transportation is timely and clean, food is delicious, and I could go on. Huge tip of that hat and sincere appreciation to an MWR team getting after it creating opportunities for Sailors and Soldiers abroad. I will definitely be going on more trips! Thank you MWR team. BZ to PSD: I am an Air Force member stationed with NATO here at Sigonella which makes some of the normal support a little difficult. This was not the case today as Ms. Young was very helpful and understanding of my situation. She was able to assist me with a new ID quickly and without hassle. I truly appreciate the capability and service she provided because the Air Force makes this task harder than it should be for members. Keep up the great work!
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Commanding Officer Capt. Kevin Pickard Executive Officer Cmdr. Patrick J. Moran Command Master Chief CMDCM Anna Wood EDITORIAL Public Affairs Officer Lt. Karl Schonberg karl.schonberg@eu.navy.mil Assistant Public Affairs Officer Megan Mills megan.mills@eu.navy.mil Public Affairs Leading Petty Officer MC1 Kegan Kay kegan.kay@eu.navy.mil Community Relations Officer Dott. Alberto Lunetta alberto.lunetta.it@eu.navy.mil PAO Staff Writers \ Photographers MC2 Joshua Coté joshua.m.cote@eu.navy.mil MCSA Triniti Lersch triniti.lersch@eu.navy.mil CONTACT US
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Name: Antonino Piluso Command: NASSIG Department: Energy Management
By MCSN Triniti Lersch, NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
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ntonio Piluso, a local national from Catania, started working for the Navy in 2011. He is now the Installation Energy Manager of the Public Works Department onboard Naval Air Station Sigonella. The energy program is based on three pillars: energy reduction, energy renewal, and energy awareness. “We have to reduce the energy used, install new systems that produce energy from renewable sources, and put together a campaign and awareness program,” said Piluso. There are several renewable energy systems on NAS 1 and NAS 2, including the photovoltaic panels or solar panels. For Piluso, the most challenging part about being the Energy Manager is the energy awareness portion, due to the ever-changing personnel onboard NAS Sigonella. The goal of the awareness program is to make sure that everybody is conscious about the energy used in their daily actions. “It’s a mindset that you have to work with,” states Piluso. “You have to change the attitudes the people have. With the huge rotation we have in Sigonella, you put together a nice program and it works for three years, you see the feedback, and then all the people go away and you have to start all over again.” Piluso’s department has several requirements, including agency and Department of Defense (DoD) goals. They also conduct an annual review of the programs.
“It’s a data driven program so we have to show everything we have spent so far and everything we have achieved,” said Piluso. “So far we have been successful” Piluso enjoys working for the military, and it shows in both his achievements and his words. “Oh, I love it,” said Piluso. “I like all the processes and procedures put in place for the energy program. We have a very big and well established program.” In addition, Piluso has won many awards for his projects. His most recent is the Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) award. He won it due to his hard work and implementing exceptional, resilient, efficient, and secure energy and water management practices and projects while also helping his agency to achieve mission success. Although he wasn’t able to receive the award in person, Piluso is very happy about winning it. “I’m unlucky because the FEMP meeting we have every year was only virtual this year,” said Piluso. “I’m actually very proud of this award.” In his free time Piluso likes to travel, but with the COVID-19 pandemic he has not been able to. “I just like to travel with the family, but now with the coronavirus, travel is only local. We are lucky because we live in Sicily and there are many nice places to go,” stated Piluso. “It depends on the time of year, but we go to the beaches or the mountain.”
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ener gy action month: a good oppurtunity
By Antonino Piluso, NAS Sigonella Installation Energy Manager
This is an easy one; all lights must be turned off, even if you have LED or low consumption light bulbs. Let’s leave them off so they use no energy.
It is unusual to talk about fridges during energy saving subjects, but there is something very important to know about them: in order to perform efficiently, the fridge must be de-frosted once a year.
October marks National Energy Action Month (EAM), and here onboard NAS Sigonella, we all must do our part to use our resources carefully. Let’s take this opportunity to ensure our efforts align with nation defense and security strategy of “Enabling the Warfighter.” EAM is a program that promotes sustainability and energy efficiency while encouraging the smart use of energy, water, and transportation resources. This October, we want to you to pay attention to energy use and to develop energy efficient behaviors that will continue throughout the year. With that in mind, here is a list of tips we all can use to reduce energy and water usage:
Windows and doors should be closed for security reasons, but keeping them closed also ensures that the house holds its inside temperature while we are gone. Double-check all doors and windows, even the one that are always closed.
Keep air compressors and other shop equipment off when not in use.
It may seem silly, but how many times do we let the toilet run continuously without noticing or forget to turn the faucet all the way off? Let’s make sure to close out those trickles and drips!
When using AC, each degree you raise the thermostat above 78 degrees F saves you about 7 to 8 percent on your electric cooling costs. In your workspace, turn off the A/C at the end of the work day.
This tip is usually under-utilized. Our houses are full of coffee machines, computers, monitors, modems, televisions, chargers, etc. All this equipment uses energy. Although they only use small amounts while in stand-by mode, it is still energy, and we can save it just unplugging it or turning it off completely before leaving the house.
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Celebrating the Navy’s 2 Story by MCS1 Kegan E. Kay, NAS Sigonella Public Affairs, Photos by MC2 Jacques Jean-Gilles and Navy History and Heritage Command
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aval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella celebrated the Navy’s 245th birthday with a virtual birthday celebration and cake-cutting run at the Ney-award winning Ristorante Bella Etna galley, Oct. 13, 2020. The event was run by the Navy Ball committee and hosted U.S. Naval Medical Readiness Training Command (NMRTC) Sigonella. The theme for the year’s birthday was “Victory at Sea” to honor the closing of the 75th anniversary commemoration of World War II, recognizing 245 years of warfighting excellence and relating it to modern Sailors who carry that heritage forward today. Specifically, the celebration focused on the naval battles that took place in the Pacific during World War II. For ten weeks leading up to the Navy’s birthday, the navy ball committee provided history on the various naval battles won in the Pacific such as Midway, Coral Sea, and Leyte Gulf. American Forces Network (AFN) Sigonella highlighted each battle and invited special guests to discuss them and their correlation to today’s current naval force. Usually, commands hold an annual Navy Ball to celebrate the history and heritage of the U.S. Navy by commemorating the day Congress established the Navy on Oct. 13, 1775. However, due to current COVID-19 restrictions, Sigonella went virtual this year. To kick off the birthday celebration, the committee started with the “Ringing of the Bell” ceremony conducted through AFN Sigonella radio. The ceremony consists of ringing eight bells, signifying the end of the watch and end of current year. A single bell strike, a ceremonial ninth, was then struck to mark the start of a new watch and a new year. NAS Sigonella Commanding Officer Capt. Kevin “Kepper” Pickard provided the opening remarks for the virtual celebration and remarked on the challenging year. “I want to thank everyone for being here for this, shall we say, ‘non-standard’ Navy Birthday Celebration,” said Pickard. “It has been a
challenging year for all of us throughout the Navy and right here at NAS Sigonella. You have all done amazing work, and Sigonella’s reputation as the ‘Hub of the Med’ remains strong. Your strenuous efforts and flexibility to adjust to the changing conditions have allowed us to continue to deliver critical supplies, launch combat and critical national tasking sorties, and support our ships at sea, all of which directly supports our combatant commanders and our NATO Allies.” The guest speaker for the event was the NATO Alliance Ground Surveillance Force Commander, Brig. Gen. Houston Cantwell. “This 245 years of Naval History is characterized by service, by sacrifice, but most importantly by accomplishment because it has been foundational to the national security of the United States of America,” said Cantwell. “You have ensured that we have remained rock solid around the world and provided a power projection capability unmatched by anyone else in the world, and that is truly remarkable.” Capt. Denise Gechas, commanding officer, NMRTC Sigonella, provided the closing remarks before leading into the last event of the celebration. “This event is a perfect example of our ability to adapt and overcome regardless of what life throws our way,” concluded Gechas. “We are so grateful to all the coordinators for making today’s events not only possible but obviously very successful, so thank you.” As the oldest and youngest Sailors, Capt. Ronald Fahie and Hospitalman Recruit Sarai Chavez, both with NMRTC Sigonella, concluded the celebration with the traditional cake-cutting. The cakecutting ceremony symbolizes the renewal of each Sailor’s commitment to the Navy and the Navy’s commitment to our nation’s quest for peace and freedom worldwide. The birthday cake is traditionally cut with a sword (cutlass) with the first piece going to the guest of honor. Representing the honor and respect accorded to experience and seniority, the second piece goes to the oldest Sailor at the command, who then passes the piece to the youngest Sailor present, representing the passing of experience and knowledge from the old to the young of our Navy.
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ARANCINA OR ARANCINO? THAT IS THE QUESTION
By Dr. Alberto Lunetta, NAS Sigonella Public Affairs f you like Sicilian food, you’ve probably already tasted an arancino. But what you may not know is that a controversy over the name of this popular Sicilian snack has recently reached a boiling point thanks to its recent inclusion in the Oxford English dictionary. In 2019, the Oxford English dictionary added the word “arancini” to its latest edition, defining the term as “rice balls with savory filling, covered with breadcrumbs and fried, typically served as appetizer or snack.” So, is everyone happy about this in Sicily? Not really, because arancini is the plural of “arancino,” the masculine form of the word, which is used in Catania. However, in Palermo, this street food is known by its feminine form “arancina” (plural “arancine”) to indicate this mouthwatering specialty. That’s not the only difference;
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fried rice croquette can be both called arancino and arancina. According to Dr. Stefania Iannizzotto, a linguistic expert from the Ragusa area who lectures at the academy, arancino is actually a variation of the Sicilian term “arancinu” (small sour orange) which is a masculine noun in this distinct language. The word “arancina” is instead more used in the Italian language since feminine nouns typically denote fruit, whereas the corresponding masculine nouns stand for the tree that the fruit comes from. The first official account of arancino in Sicily comes from the Italian-Sicilian dictionary written in 1857 by Giuseppe Biundi, who used the masculine form, saying arancino was a “sweet food shaped as an orange.” But why was orange associated with arancino? According to historic sources, it is because the Arabs, who ruled Sicily between the 9th and 11th century, imported a variety of sour citrus in the island and matched a fruit name with every meatball they made! They shaped saffron rice mixed into balls to be filled with lamb meat and, as suggested by a 13th century culinary book written by Giambonino da Cremona, they named them after the fruits they resembled. In classic Arabic, oranges were called “naranj” which in Italian translates into “arancia.” Hence, arancini or arancine! Today in Sicily, arancini, which are traditionally filled with ragù (meat and tomato sauce), can be prepared with many different fillings such as spinach, pistachios, mushrooms, Arancino or arancina is a culinary treasure of the ancient Arab-Sicilian food tradition. It consists of a delicious Béchamel sauce, ham, salmon, deep-fried rice ball that is filled with ground meat, cheese and a variety of other fillings. For years, this popular street food snack has been at the center of a linguistic controversy between the Eastern and Western sides of ricotta cheese, eggplant, seafood Sicily over the gender of its name. (Photo by www.zero.eu) and even Nero di Seppia (squid ink). You can also taste a sugary version Palermitani typically make their version a round shape in their of arancini stuffed with Nutella! city, the capital of Sicily. On the contrary, Catanesi prepare Arancini can be found in panifici (bakeries), cafès, arancini in a cone-shaped form, possibly representing Mount pasticcerie (pastry shops), rosticcerie (rotisseries) or in Etna, at least for the ragù-filled version. friggitorie (rotisseries mainly selling fried food), as well as With this dictionary addition, a new battle in this never- during food festivals. Smaller-shaped arancini are served as ending linguistic war has started between the Eastern and finger food during aperitif to accompany drinks. the Western side of Sicily. Surprisingly, the British experts In conclusion, what is the best advice to avoid being decided that Catania wins over Palermo this time! disrespectful when you order this popular deep-fried rice However, over the years, there have been different opinions croquette? Just as with soccer, Sicilians take this linguistic in this culinary controversy. The Accademia della Crusca, the rivalry very seriously. The answer is simple: just say “vorrei Florence-based oldest language academy in the world that was un’arancina” if you are in Palermo and order “un arancino” if established in 1583, determined that this iconic crunchy deep- you are in Catania!
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Several Sigonella families had great adventures abroad this summer. If you’re daydreaming about future travels, here’s some inspiration! If you’d like to share your adventure, email thesig@eu.navy.mil.
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Where: Frankfurt, Berlin, Hamburg and Hanover Who: Me, my husband, and our two year old We rented a car so we could have flexibility with a toddler while being able to see several cities. We arranged to do one indoor activity (usually a museum) and an outdoor activity (zoo or botanical gardens) with a period in between to accommodate a nap. In 11 days we managed to go to three zoos, four museums, an aquarium, two castles, Legoland, and Miniatur Wunderland, as well as the major sights in the
cities. Best Surprise: We happened to be in Berlin during their Festival of Lights which was very cool!
Travel Tips for Sicilian Road Trips
From Kristin Clipperton-Allen 1. Do not trust Google Maps if you miss a turn and it reroutes you. Always find a safe place to turn around and go the original route. 2. If you need a snack or to use the restroom, look for cafes as they are generally open during riposo (the traditional Italian rest period that starts from 12:00 until 1:30 and lasts until 2:30 until 4:00 when many shops and restaurants are closed). 3. Call your hotel before booking and ask if they are offering any specials (or better yet, have an Italian friend call). 4. Pack water because a lot of lodging won’t provide it and it is a huge pain to have to find a market when you are tired from traveling.
STEPHANIE MCCUTCHEON KALISH
Where: Alberobello, Italy Who: My family of 4 (including daughters aged 11 and 5) We drove from Sicily, to mainland Italy and across the boot to the town of Alberobello. We stayed in our own private Trullo and got to wander the majestic streets of this stunning UNESCO city. Additional highlights in this region included the Zoosafari Park where all manner of animals came up to our car to greet us and the amazing Grotte di Castellana. Best Surprise: The Zoosafari Park was not only a drive through zoo, but also a whole theme park with additional walk through exhibits and rides. It entertained and enchanted us all for the entire day.
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Understanding Domestic Violence:
Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2020 By Patricia Chapin, Fleet and Family Services
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omestic violence is a complex issue that requires an in-depth understanding of the dynamics of a violent relationship. Twenty years ago, the gold standard for intervention in abusive relationships was based on the power and control model. However, more recent research in the field indicates that there are several types of abuse in domestic violence incidents, with three types of abuse consistently emerging in the research: Intimate Partner Terrorism, Violent Resistant Offender, and Situational Partner Violence. The Intimate Partner Terrorist (IPT) has a need for coercive control in the relationship and often includes more serious acts of violence along with other tactics of control such as intimidation, isolation, coercion and threats, economic control, and emotional abuse. The IPT believes that they have the right to have power and control over their partner. The Violent Resistant type is described as usually reacting to, and resisting, the IPT’s violent attacks. The third type of domestic violence abuse is Situational Partner Violence (SPV). Unlike IPT, which is 90% male offenders, SPV is just as likely to be initiated by the female (48%) as the male (52%) partner, generally involves less severe types of violence, and does not include the power and control dynamic. SPV offenders do not believe they have the right to have power and control over their partners—they are just trying to have control over their own needs and wants and it can spill over into their relationships and onto their partners. SPV is one of many tactics a couple may use to deal
with conflict in their relationship. For example, a couple may have a communication style of one pursuer and one retreater—one person wants to talk about an issue and the other avoids the conflict or emotionality of the discussion. Imagine the retreater decides to leave the area and the pursuer thinks “not this time” and blocks the door. It is possible that this incident of unhealthy conflict resolution could escalate to domestic violence in multiple ways. One way might be unlawful restraint. Another outcome may be physical violence. If the retreater really wants to leave and tries to move the pursuer out of the way, the pursuer may fall and injure themselves. This hypothetical incident has both an “act” of abuse and an “impact” (the physical injury). Unlike IPT, where statistically violence becomes progressively worse in severity and frequency over time, there are no statistics suggesting that is the case with SPV. Despite this statistic, individuals with SPV are most likely not happy with the state of their relationship, and things frequently stay the same without some form of intervention. Intervention for SPV may include being referred to the Family Advocacy Program for an incident and/or Couples Counseling for enhancement of coping strategies, conflict resolution, and communication skills. Even if you are not experiencing domestic violence in your relationship, you may find counseling and education on Healthy Relationship Behaviors, Conflict Resolution or Communications helpful, and Fleet and Family can assist you there as well.
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By U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs
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he Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) conducted passing maneuvers with Royal Navy Albion-class amphibious transport dock HMS Albion (L14) in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, Oct. 10, 202 The evolution reinforced U.S. and British joint naval forces training, rehearsing navigation and ship handling events in a dynamic environment. U.S. Navy vessels routinely conduct training with NATO Allies and partners in order to enhance collaboration and increase capacity in order to strengthen the regional maritime security. “Today’s exercise continued a long-standing history of coordinated maritime operations and strengthening of our storied relationship,” said Cmdr. Ryan Kendall, Roosevelt’s commanding officer. “It’s a privilege to work alongside our British counterparts in the Eastern Mediterranean.” The eastern Mediterranean Sea is one of the most kinetic areas of responsibility on the globe. It remains a hub of
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The Great Pumpkin Splash
October 22 • NAS I Splashers Pool 1:30 - 6:00 pm Register at Pumpkinsplash.eventbrite.it
Crafting Days
NAS I Chart Room Monday, Oct 26 • 10-12 pm (children under 6) Tuesday, Oct 27 • 3-5 pm (Pre K - 1st graders) Wednesday, Oct 28 • 3-5 pm (2nd - 5th graders)
Spooktacular Movie Costume Contest
October 30 • Midtown 2 Theaters Costume contest judging starts at 4:45 pm
Horror Movie Marathon October 29-31 • Midtown 2 Theaters See Movie Schedule
Horror Party
October 31 • Jox Pub 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
Costume Bowling
Trick or Treat Taste Test
October 31 • Spare Time Bowling All Day Unlimited bowling for only $10!
October 28 • Liberty Center 5:30 - 7:30 pm
COVID-19 RESTRICTION
All participants will be required to maintain 6 feet social distance and wear a mask when not active. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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