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October 3, 2014
Vol. 31 No. 37
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Navy Exchange remodeling update By MC1 Tony D. Curtis NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - There has been some confusion or misinformation about the changes being made at the Navy Exchange (NEX) main store, mini-mart and depot. All uniform clothing items will be moving to the main store on NAS 1 along with the tailor starting Oct. 20. A selection of the most purchased uniform items will remain at the mini-mart. “There will be an assortment of Navy, Marine and Air Force PT uniforms,” said Julie Herring, Navy Exchange General Manager. She also said attachable insignia, ball caps, belts, neckerchiefs, gloves and devices for both Navy Work Uniform Type I and Type III will be available. There will also be the most popular ribbons and ribbon racks, bootstraps, t-shirts and socks. “We realized these are the items that someone would be most likely to be missing and just need to grab in an emergency,” she said. Once the uniforms have shifted to NAS 1, the main store will be open on Mondays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. to accommodate the Sailors' needs. Hours at the mini-mart will stay the same. (While store’s inventory is changing, the mini-mart will retain full service regarding uniform alterations.) Tailor services will only be available at the main store, however, laundry/dry cleaning services will still be available at the mini mart. We are working with the vendor now on how this service will be offered. “The tentative goal is to have all changes done by the end of October,” added
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The Navy Exchange is in the process of making changes to all three of its stores located throughout NAS Sigonella. All uniform clothing items will be moving to the main store on NAS 1 along with the tailor by the end of October. A selection of the most purchased uniform items will remain at the mini-mart located on NAS 2. (U.S. Navy photo by Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Kristen Pokrinchak)
Safe driving in and around NAS Sigonella Safe Driving Tips - During the rainy season, slow down - Do not pass in the “no passing zones” - Do not drive with continuous high beams engaged - Look out for pedestrians; they have the right-of-way - Do not drive while talking or texting on your cell phone and also be mindful of other drivers that are using their cell phones while driving - Use a defensive approach while driving - Pay attention to signs and obey speed limit signs - Never pass a stopped school bus - The speed limit on NAS I and II is 30 k/h; The speed limit on Marinai is 20 k/h. Anything over that and you may face administrative action - Use common sense, do not let road rage get the best of you To avoid aggressive drivers: - Get out of their way and steer clear of them on the road - Don’t challenge them and avoid eye contact - Ignore rude gestures and refuse to return them - Give them the benefit of the doubt; not all aggressive driving behavior is intentional - Don’t block the passing lane; if you are a slower driver, stick to the right lane. - When it is safe to do so, report aggressive drivers to the NASSIG Security Department (095-86-5225 off base)
By YN3 Gabrielle Milly NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Traffic safety is a big issue that affects everyone on and off base. If you are a driver, passenger, or pedestrian, everyone should be doing their part to practice safe habits and always stay mindful of others. “Reckless driving out in town and on the bases doesn’t just affect us but others as well,” according to Patrick Bolton, Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella Safety Director. “Recently, there was a military member who passed six cars when trying to pass a bus in a no passing zone between bases. When making the attempt to pass, there was an oncoming car in the other lane that had to stomp on their brakes to avoid a collision. The driver that was attempting to pass the bus slammed on the brakes and made it back in line behind the bus while at the same time, the other driver who stopped to avoid the collision rolled their car twice before hitting a fence.” Bolton added “Luckily, everyone made it out ok and there were no serious injuries or fatalities” “Aggressive driving occurs when an individual commits a combination of moving traffic offenses so as to endanger other persons or property,” said Travis Walker, NAS Sigonella Safety Office. “These offenses can include tailgating, failing to yield the right-of-way when turning or merging, running stop signs and red lights, making unsafe lane changes, or even passing a long line of cars on the roadway endangering oncoming drivers.” Lt. Charles Cranston, NAS Sigonella security officer, reported there has been an influx in traffic violations over the past few months and the amount of tickets being given out on NAS 1 and NAS 2 bases have reflected that. “Security has issued a total of 22 tickets on the bases in the month of July and a total of 54 for the month of August,” he said. “We have already issued 62 tickets for the month of September and we are only at the half-way point.” Cranston also mentioned that over the past couple months, the biggest traffic violations were failure to stop at stop signs, failure to obey general road signs, and not wearing a seatbelt. “With implementation of the new Bike Patrol, a lot of these violations have been corrected and they have been a big enforcer of traffic and general safety among military members, civilians, and their dependents.” Another huge safety issue, which is occurring on Marinai, is the non-compliance of civilians and military members passing School buses that are stopped and picking up or dropping off children. When a school bus has their blinkers on and is on-loading/waiting for children, drivers CANNOT pass the bus. You must wait until the bus has started moving before you proceed, even if the bus
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U.S. NAVAL AIR STATION SIGONELLA Commanding Officer Capt. Chris Dennis Executive Officer Cmdr. Charles G. McKinney II Command Master Chief CMDCM Mike Kaszubowski
EDITORIAL Public Affairs Officer Lt. Paul Newell paul.newell@eu.navy.mil Editor M. Todd Butler michael.butler@eu.navy.mil Community Relations Officer Dott. Alberto Lunetta alberto.lunetta.it@eu.navy.mil PAO Staff Writers \ Photographers MC1 Tony D. Curtis anthony.curtis@eu.navy.mil YN3 Gabrielle Milly gabrielle.milly@eu.navy.mil MA3 Kristen Pokrinchak kristen.pokrinchak@eu.navy.mil
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Direct Line Executive Officer, Cmdr. Charles G. McKinney II Buongiorno Sigonella! The last time I wrote, I mentioned how this is the season for new beginnings and also how the vast resources at NAS Sigonella give traction to those that want to advance aspects of their lives. Today, I will discuss how you can give back to the community through volunteering. One thing I think is unique to this installation is the robust community relations (COMREL) program run through the Public Affairs office. The COMREL program, operated by Dr. Alberto Lunetta, is a great way for service members and civilians to not only get off the base, but also really get to know the history and the beautiful people that make up the Sicilian culture. One of Alberto’s goals has been to focus on community relations that center on the preservation of the island’s rich history. Efforts conducted at archeological sites, Romans ruins, and sites that have been scenes of literary masterpieces from Catania to Palermo represent some of the fascinating opportunities at your fingertips. These are sure to provide you with a deepened perspective of life on this island, both past and present. Perhaps you can also meet a few more Sicilian friends! Contact Dr. Lunetta at alberto.lunetta@eu.navy.mil or at DSN 624-5229 for more info. MWR runs the Liberty Program, which also offers off-base volunteering opportunities. Their DSN number is 624-5602. It’s not exactly volunteering, but another way to give back is through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). The campaign, which kicked off Sept. 8th, is a program allowing certain non-profit organizations
to solicit contributions from employees of the federal government of the United States. According to its website, the mission of the CFC "is to promote and support philanthropy through a program that is employee-focused, cost-e ficient, and effective in providing all federal employees the opportunity to improve the quality of life for all." There are hundreds of charities to choose from. Please contact LSC Holmes at dametries. holmes@eu.navy.mil or at DSN 624518 for more information, or seek out your departmental CFC representative. How else can you volunteer, you ask? There are several other ways. You can reach out to DODDS to see if they are looking for volunteer sports coaches. Do you like to write or take photos? The Signature is always looking for people with a passion for journalism. Contact the base paper staff at 624-5440 and let them know how you’d like to contribute. The upcoming “Autumnfest” event, to be held Oct. 24th and 25th, promises great opportunities. You can contact MWR about volunteering. They have many upcoming events they may need help with. Speaking of MWR, whether you are looking to get a time-trial in for the upcoming PFA, or if you just love to exercise, please continue to look into the “Base-2-Base” series of runs. Three runs have already taken place, and there are only six runs remaining. There’s no time like the present - so, get started! The next run in the series is the Zombie “Run 4 Your Life” run on Oct. 24th beginning at 1700 at Midtown, NAS I. If getting in shape alongside your
shipmates and improving your health is not enough incentive, those who complete five runs and also run the big Base-2-Base 7.6 mile St. Patricks Day run on Mar. 14th will receive a commemorative Base-2-Base drifit shirt. There are many interesting wayss for “Sig Citizens” to make a positive impact during their time here. Volunteering is a gratifying way to get involved, gain experience, and provide much needed service to the community. I have heard many opinions from those that became frustrated during their overseas tour because “there was nothing to do”. However, I have never heard the same opinions from those that put others ahead of themselves and give the precious gift of their time. That time ends up being well spent and coincidentally beneficial for the giver. I am proud to serve with you, Sigonella. See you around the community!
NASSIG WORSHIP SERVICES
ROMAN CATHOLIC
Sunday ■ 9 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS 1 Chapel) TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY ■ 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS 2 Chapel) Sacraments of Reconciliation/Penance precede each Mass FRIDAY ■ 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS 1 Chapel) PROTESTANT NAS 1 Chapel Saturday ■ 6:30 p.m. Contemporary Worship Services SundaY ■ 12 p.m. Sunday School ■ 11 a.m. Traditional Worship
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Sailors beautify Aci Castello Tourist Office
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LATTER-DAY SAINTS SUNDAY at 1:30 p.m. (NAS 1 Chapel) Contact: sigonellalds@gmail.com or 624-9049 JEWISH SHABBAT LAY SERVICE FRIDAY at 5:30 p.m. (NAS 1 Chapel) NIGHT STUDY ■ Italian Class Tuesday at 7 p.m (Classroom at NAS 1 Chapel)
■ AA Meetings: MONDAY at 5:30 p.m. (NAS 1 Chapel) second deck; THURSDAY at 7 p.m. (NAS 2 Chapel) NAS Sigonella Religious Ministries Department Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/NavalAirStationSigonella Chapel
Chapel Offices: NAS I 095-56-3975, NAS II 095-86-9049, DSN: 624-3975, CHAPLAIN DUTY: 335-831-4493 RP DUTY: 335-786-1950
NAVEUR AOR winter uniform shift NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - U.S. Naval Forces in NAVEUR AOR will shift to the winter uniform effictive Oct. 6. Naval Forces in Africa and Southwest Asia will remain in summer uniform or as issued organizational uniforms. United Kingdom remains in service Dress Blue, Navy Service Uniform, NWU and Service Khaki throughout the year. The uniform change occurs at 0001 local time on Oct. 6. Installation Commanding Officer or SOPA may authorize Summer Service or Dinner Dress Uniform based on specific local host nation or official ceremony requirements. The designated Uniform of the Day will be: Service Dress Blue, Service Khaki, or Navy Working Uniform (NWU) for officers and chief petty officers. For first class petty officers and below, the designated Uniform of the Day will be: Service Dress Blue, Service Uniform or NWU. The wear of command ballcaps will be in accordance with NAVPERS 1566.5I - Uniform Regulations and NAVADMIN 200/14.
FY-14 NATO Gas Coupons expired ACI CASTELLO, Sicily - A group of six Sailors from Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella Air Operations Department and three local volunteers from FCGT Team Italia, accompanied by NAS Sigonella Community Relations (COMREL) Officer Alberto Lunetta repainted the exterior railing of the Aci Castello Pro Loco Tourist Office located in Villa Fortuna by the Aci Trezza waterfront as part of the ongoing NAS Sigonella Public Affairs Office COMREL Program. Pro Loco Director Massimo Pellegrino and Aci Castello mayor Filippo Drago expressed appreciation to the American and Italian volunteers for their efforts aimed at making the building nicer for visitors for the upcoming Christmas season. (Photo by Irene Campanella)
Remembering Gold Star families
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Nato Gas coupons for 2014 expired on Oct 1. New gas coupons dated for 2015 are now available for sale via the automated Gas System at both selling locations the Minimart Nas 2 and our Customer Service desk in the Main Store. These coupons can be used at any authorized gas stations effective October 1, 2014. Coupons with expiration date of September 30, 2014, will be accepted for refunds starting October 1 until December 31 only at the Main Store Customer Service desk.
Sigonella chief commissioned
By MA3 Kristen Pokrinchak NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Maybe you have seen a small rectangle banner with a red border and gold star in the middle? Do you know what they represent? They are a symbol of honor, courage and commitment. These members paid the ultimate sacrifice for their country to protect us all. The United States military honors these fallen service members and their surviving loved ones by issuing spouses, parents and next-of-kin with these items. “Back in World War II, everyone wanted to show who had a family member in service,” said John Hoffpaur. “At that time, we had the draft and every soul had to do it.” A gold star service flag, also referred to as a banner, represents a family member killed in combat operations. If there is a second gold star it represents two family members that were killed in action. This flag is a white rectangular field bordered in red with a gold star superimposed over a larger blue star so that the blue forms a border. These flags are hung to honor fallen soldier’s surviving families and to pay tribute to the memory of their loved ones. “A lot of people wanted to have the banners in their yard to show their losses during wartime,” said Haffpaur. There are two different types of lapel buttons (also known as pins) that are given to family members prior to military funeral services. The gold star lapel button consists of a gold star on a purple background, bordered in gold and surrounded by gold laurel leaves. They are given to eligible survivors of active duty military members killed in action during any armed hostilities dating all the way back to World War I. The second button is referred to as the Next of Kin Lapel Button. This symbol consists of a gold star within a circle, surrounded by sprigs of oak representing the different branches of the military. They are given to eligible survivors that are killed in action while serving honorably under instances not defined above; to include reserve or National Guard units in drill status. If you are a survivor and did not receive your entitled pin or yours was damaged or lost, you can request one through www.archives.gov. Ensure that you take the time to recognize, respect and honor these surviving family members for all will come with a different story about a fallen service member. For more information regarding lapel buttons and service flags go to www.goldstarpins.org.
Newly-commissioned Chief Warrant Officer Barion "Bo" Haywood, presents a coin to Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Ashley Kuhl during Haywood's commissioning ceremony at the Naval Air Station Sigonella Chapel Sept. 29. During his remarks, Haywood thanked his wife, Monique, his daughter, Simone, as well as the mentors and proteges who helped him achieve his goal to become an officer. Haywood and his family left Wednesday for the United States. Haywood starts Officer Training in Newport, R.I. Oct. 6. After the six-week course he will attend a 40-day Maritime Staff Operators Course before transferring to his permanent duty station at Fleet Forces Command in Norfolk, Va. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Paul Newell/Released)
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CALENDAR
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Friday Command Challenge 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. NAS 2 Turf Field
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Monday ICR for Newcomers 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. FFSC
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Tuesday ICR for Newcomers 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. FFSC
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Wednesday ICR for Newcomers 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. FFSC
Pre Deployment Class 9 - 11 a.m. FFSC Post Deployment 1 - 3 p.m. FFSC
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Palermo and Monreale 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. ITT
Outdoor Climbing in Sicily 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Outdoor Rec
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Healthy Steps Group 8 - 9:30 a.m. FFSC
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Federal Resume 9 - 11 a.m. FFSC
Paintball by Night 5 - 10:30 p.m. Outdoor Rec
Baby Boot Camp 9 - 11 a.m. FFSC
Sponsor Training 9 - 11:30 a.m. FFSC
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Thursday
Sig Safe 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. FFSC
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Homemade Sicil- Survive & Thrive: ian Arancini Cooking Spouse Orientation Class 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 5:30 - 8 p.m. FFSC ITT Couples Communication: Conversation for Connection 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. FFSC
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Circumetnea Historical Train Adventure 6:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. ITT Bronte Pistachio Festival 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. ITT
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Agrigento: Valley of the Temples & Wine Tasting 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. ITT Mountain Bike Mt. Etna (Bruneck Shelter, Piano Provenzano and Lamponi Cave) 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Outdoor Rec
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Arrivederci Class 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. FFSC
IMPORTANT EXTENSIONS:
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Dinner, Wine Tasting & Dancing at Gambino Winery 3:15 p.m. - midnight ITT
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Siracusa and Seafood Restaurant 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. ITT Budget Bowling Sundays 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sparetime Bowling *Every Sunday
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Ottobrata in Zafferana 9 a.m - 6:30 p.m. ITT Budget Bowling Sundays 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sparetime Bowling *Every Sunday
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Mt. Etna Chestnut Expedition with BBQ 7:30 am. - 4:30 p.m. Outdoor Rec
FFSC: x4291 ITT : x4777, x4396 Liberty/Connections/Take 5: x4246, x5602 Outdoor Rec: x4777, x4396 Fitness: x4483, x5243 Midtown 2 Theaters: x4248 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!
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Commanding Officer's Suggestion Box There are two ways to submit feed back to Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella Commanding Officer Capt. Chris Dennis. Visit The Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) home page on a One-Net computer at: http://ice. disa.mil, All Sigonella services are found under the Navy Europe Listing in the scroll-down menu. Also, visit NAS Sigonella's website www.cnic.navy.mil/Sigonella, go to the "About" drop down menu and click on " CO Suggestion Box". The Signature will anonymously publish comments and responses for the benefit of the Sigonella community. If you are submitting a "BZ", we ask that you provide your name in order for us to properly recognize employee. Please make sure your comments and suggestions are constructive. In other words, "BE NICE ON ICE."
Comment regarding MWR:
Is there a way the gym facilities can open at 5 a.m.? People who have to be to work before 7 a.m. can't get a decent workout in as the morning times have been packed. We were told you were the one who decided hours.
Response:
Thank you for your inquiry and the opportunity to respond. We're limited to 90 hours per week per fitness center. Accordingly, when evaluating our local operational hours we have to consider the diverse needs of the entire community. That said, your input will be considered, as is all others, as we know these types of self-evaluation are good business practices for our MWR fitness centers. We invite command leaders to weigh in with comments or suggestions to better utilize our facilities and maximize usage. If you have any other suggestions or concerns, then please feel free to contact the MWR Athletic Director, Mr. John Lenz, at 624-0504 or john.lenz@eu.navy.mil.
Comment regarding PWD:
I attend the Chapel on NAS 1. Our services are on Saturday night and for some reason there has been no air conditioning in the building for the service. This issue has been ongoing for almost three years now. We have made repeated requests to public works to have this issue addressed but nothing has happened to correct the issue.
Response:
Thank you for your comment. In response, Public Works technicians discovered that the DDC system was malfunctioning. It has since been corrected. I appreciate you bringing this issue to my attention and ask that you not think you are doing penance! In the future I ask that you bring it to the attention of the Religious Ministries Department as soon as you notice a discrepancy so that they can contact Public Works.
Comment regarding NEX and commissary:
Our community consumes too many plastic shopping bags! Plastic shopping bags waste petroleum and are an environmental hazard when they end up blowing around the base and beyond. Can anything be done to reduce our use of these? Let's be the change!
Response:: Sig’ Citizen, I like the way you think! Thank you for your conscientious concern for our environment, community as well as Planet Earth! Working with both the NEX and Commissary we have two different ways to attempt to reduce our collective use of these plastic villains. The NEX gives $0.05 per reusable bag used when making purchases. Bring your own reusable bags, fill them up with your purchases and receive 5 cents discount per bag at check out. Don’t have a reusable bag? Then visit the commissary where they are now selling durable, reusable bags near the checkout lanes – look for the conspicuous signage advertising these earth-friendly devices. I agree, let’s be the change! Another idea, don’t use a bag at all for small purchases. Whatever you do, don’t forget your reusable bags at home or in the car or you’ll end up owning too many like me. Comment regarding commissary:
Comment regarding Commissary: Is there an overall base clothing policy? I don’t want my children to be exposed to the scantily-clad customers or staff.
Response:: Thank you for mentioning this concern. My short answer is, I agree. We are working to overhaul our base instruction on appropriate v. inappropriate dress on NAS 1 and NAS 2.
Need an appointment at the hospital? Call DSN 624-CARE (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, holidays, or after office hours, please call 335-578-8077 if you are normally seen at the hospital or 335-578-8150 if you are normally seen at the Flight Line Clinic.
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La Vendemmia, the harvest in Italy
(Story by Italy Magazine Photo by http://www.agenparl.com ) Throughout mainland Italy and even beyond, on remote offshore islands; in every single one of the country’s twenty regions; wherever grapes are grown (and that means almost everywhere), this is the heady time of year: la vendemmia. The harvest is the culmination of a year’s labor, its relative success or failure determined in conjunction with the fickle and arbitrary fortunes of Mother Nature and the weather. A sudden summer hailstorm can entirely strip the grapes and foliage from one row of vines, yet leave adjacent rows virtually untouched; torrential autumn rains can dilute and sometimes even destroy an entire year’s effort and toil. The earliest grapes may be gathered in late August or early September, while the main harvest continues through the autumn months, sometimes even well into November. This is a busy and exciting time. Teams of workers in the vineyards, old experienced farmhands who have worked the land forever alongside a new, younger generation, undertake the backbreaking task of selecting and picking the ripe bunches manually (mechanical harvesting is still a rarity in Italy), putting them into small containers to carry over to the trailers that wait at the ends of the rows. The grapes, once picked, must be transported to the winery as quickly as possible to minimize oxidation and ensure that fermentation does not begin prematurely.
I Vini Bianchi White Wines Once the grapes arrive at the winery, they are first de-stemmed (la diraspatura), a process done by machine as gently as possible in order not to damage them. They are then usually lightly crushed, then transferred into a press. For white wines this is usually a cylindrical pneumatic machine capable of working at very soft pressure levels to avoid extracting harsh flavors or tannin from the skins and pips. The free-run juice (mosto fiore) that percolates out of its own accord with no additional pressure may be collected and vinified separately. Whether free-run or juice from a light pressing, the grape must is next allowed to clarify by gravity, filtration or centrifuge, before fermentation. Fermentation begins when either the wild yeast present on the grapes or, more normally, specially selected strains of yeast introduced by the winemaker, provoke the miraculous process of transforming grape sugars into alcohol. One of the most important developments in modern white winemaking has been the widescale introduction of the use of stainless steel fermentation vessels that allow fermentation to take place at low computer-controlled temperatures (18 to 20 degrees C). This helps to make white wines that maintain fresh, fruity acidity with the crisp, clean flavors that modern consumers demand. Fermentation may sometimes also be carried out in barriques (225-litre French oak casks) for a portion of the harvest, or for select, superior crus (wines from a single vineyard). This is a costly and labor-intensive exercise, but the results, when handled well, can be impressive, adding layers of complexity and structure, alongside the sleek, sometimes buttery, vanilla tones of new oak. Before bottling, wines are racked (removed from the sediment of dead yeast cells), and fined and filtered to remove any other solid matter and ensure the wine is crystal clear and stable. Most Italian white wines are produced to be consumed young and fresh. Therefore they may be released as early as the Christmas of the year or harvest, or else sometime in the early spring. More serious, well-structured whites, on the other hand, might mature in barriques or in vat and bottle for upwards of a year or longer prior to release.
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I Vini Rosati e Rossi Rosè and Red Wines Rosato and red wines gain their hue from contact with the grape skins which contain all the coloring elements as well as the tannins that allows them to age. Therefore, once the de-stemming has taken place, the grapes are usually lightly crushed (la pigiatura) to release the juice, then pumped into the fermentation vat. Wine destined to become rosato needs only the briefest period of contact between juice and skin. Depending on grape variety (some are more highly colored than others), the juice may macerate on the skins for just a few hours before being drawn off to the vat where fermentation proceeds as per white wines. On many modern wine estates, as for whites and rosato, the use of temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation vessels has become almost de rigueur (though large wooden casks as well as glasslined concrete and fiberglass vats are also still used). Once the grapes have been de-stemmed, crushed and pumped into the vats, fermentation commences. Temperatures are allowed to rise higher than for whites (2630 degrees C), but it is important that the permitted levels are neither too low nor too high. As the grape must ferments, color as well as tannin and flavoring elements are extracted from the mass of skins that remains in the vat. It is important to keep the fermenting grape must in frequent contact with this solid mass. The process known as rimontaggio is one of the most effective means to achieve this. This involves pumping wine from the bottom of the fermentation vessel back up to the top where it is sprayed through a sort of shower-head over the mass of skins once or twice a day, the juice percolating through the wine-drenched skins and extracting color and tannin but avoiding the harsher flavors and hard woody tannins that can come from over-extraction. The time taken for the fermentation process varies from one to three weeks, depending on a number of factors, including the weather at the time. Once complete, the wines are racked off the grape residue (provided this wasn’t done earlier) and transferred to clean vessels, either large oak botti (such large casks, made from Slavonian oak or chestnut, don’t lend wood flavours of character), small new or nearly new French oak barriques, or stainless steel, concrete or fibreglass tanks. The wine-drenched mass of skins, known as the vinacce, may be lightly pressed to extract some press wine – which may or may not be added back to the racked wine – or sent to the distillery to be transformed into grappa. How long a red wine is left to age is determined by whether a wine is destined to be enjoyed young and fresh or in a more mature state after ageing or affinamento e maturazione. Novello wines may be released within just weeks after the harvest. For more serious reds, on the other hand, the ageing may be determined by the legislation for particular DOCs and DOCGs which specify a minimum time in wood and bottle before a wine can be released, often a number of years.
I Vini Passiti Wines made from Semi-Dried Grapes In addition to wines made from fresh grapes, a wholly unique range of Italian wines is made from semi-dried grapes: Vin Santo (Tuscany and Umbria), Amarone and Recioto della Valpolicella (Veneto), Sagrantino passito (Umbria), Greco di Bianco (Calabria), Moscato di Pantelleria (Pantelleria, Sicily), and more. Selected grapes are carefully taken in small containers (so as not to crush or damage them) to the winery where they are laid out on racks in airy attics or hung up in bunches from rafters or even (in the South) laid out on straw mats in the direct sun to dry and shrivel. This period of drying, which may be only a matter of days or else for weeks or even months, is known as the appassimento, and the process concentrates grape sugars and flavours, while diminishing acidity and lending raisin-like aromas and character. The varied range of passito wines that result can be truly amazing! In Italy, probably more so than anywhere else in the world, age-old tradition works alongside modern technology, winemaking science and new ideas. Still, when all is said and done, the transformation of grapes into wine remains nothing short of an annual miracle
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Veterans offer advice in transitioning to college By MC3 Joe Bishop SAN DIEGO (NNS) -- "We're not in this alone," said Kaz Lockett. "Someone has done it before." College graduates share their experiences of transitioning from the Navy to higher education, and they offer advice to Sailors about how to embark on their own college experience and how to maximize their hard-earned benefits. "I think of college for military personnel as their decompression stage," said Lockett, assistant veteran coordinator at The Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center at San Diego State University (SDSU). "This is supposed to broaden your horizons and expand your mind." Roy Suber, Educational Services Specialist from the Navy College on Naval Air Station North Island, warns, however, that not all schools are military friendly. This means that some schools do not typically accept military training as a substitute for general education requirements. Military friendly schools, such as SDSU, do accept most military training for credit. Sailors transition to college most easily by enrolling in schools that are competent in handling students with a military background. "The process of going from Sailor to student was a seamless and easy transition," said former Operations Specialist 2nd Class Mark Gonzales, last assigned to USS Pinckney (DDG 91). "The school had dealt with students using the GI Bill, so receiving monthly payments wasn't an issue." Relaxing military bearing and becoming a civilian college student takes time, but the transition is smoother when students use their
benefits and embrace their new atmosphere. "It's a drastic difference from the military because of the environment," said Gonzales. "Rules and regulations are in place, but aren't in the forefront of the students' or teachers' minds." Even though discipline and military bearing are no longer a top priority, these behaviors still provide Sailors with qualities that help them stay productive and focused. Sailors can take these acquired traits and apply them to achieving their personal and professional goals. "Keep the same discipline you had in the military and use that during school," said Gonzales. "You still have responsibilities. At the same time, enjoy yourself. You may not know exactly what you want to major in yet, but be open-minded and experience everything." Budgeting money and managing time are also keys to success. Graduating from college may take students longer than expected, and Sailors should anticipate unexpected expenses with an emergency fund. "Learn to budget both time and money," said Brandon Franklin, a former Fire Controlmen 3rd Class, who earned his Master of Arts degree in Philosophy from SDSU in 2011. "You should also look for jobs and internships that will help build your resume for your career after college. Experience is king, and your background is what will make you unique and ultimately more valuable." The GI Bill is not the only benefit the military offers Sailors who are returning to civilian life. Veteran Affairs also provides a number of programs that help Sailors network with potential employers. "There are programs like Troops to Engineers for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) majors, which has a 100 percent success rate of placing students in internships or jobs," said Lockett, a former Marine gunnery sergeant. The college experience, however, is not only a means to future careers for Sailors, but it is also a unique experience itself where students can meet new people, learn new ideas, and try new things. "While you're not working on your course load, you should be enjoying life," said Lockett. "It's not so rigid anymore - coming into the civilian world. Take it in." For more information about the Veterans Center at SDSU, visit www.sdsu.edu/veterans. For more information about Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits, visit http:// www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/post911_gibill.asp. For more news from Navy Public Affairs Support Element West, visit www.navy.mil/local/pacensandiego/.
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by Liz Zedner NAS Sigonella Public Affairs Volunteer NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Hearing the name Amsterdam conjures visions of unsavory things. I couldn’t have been more pleasantly surprised by the "real" Amsterdam that I found upon my arrival in the city. I took Air One’s inaugural flight from Catania to Amsterdam, at an amazing price. Because hotels in Amsterdam are fairly pricey, I opted for an apartment found through Airbnb.com (although there are several similar websites with apartments or rooms to rent directly from the owners). My residential neighborhood was perfect- close to a tram stop, lots of restaurants and shops, and Vondelpark. Although it was not in the Canal Ring, I enjoyed experiencing the true Amsterdam by visiting less touristy shops and restaurants, and the touristic area was not far away. Amsterdam is an efficient and well-connected city. Schiphol airport has a train running directly into the city center, and the city is well connected by trams. The train also heads to various cities and countries, and offers free Wi-Fi , so a car is really unnecessary. If you are a bicycle lover, or simply an adventurous soul, bicycles are literally everywhere in the Netherlands. I purchased a multi-day tram ticket rather than renting a bike because of my sub-par bicycle skills. The tram system is easy to figure out, and the ticket booth staff was quite helpful. Although I always recommend learning a few words in the native language before visiting a foreign country, I didn’t find a person in Amsterdam who didn’t speak English. Amsterdam is a surprisingly multicultural city. Embrace the modern culture of Amsterdam, but look for Dutch traditions in the nooks and crannies of the city.
The row houses along the canal exhibit a mix-and-match style of architecture, that’s incredibly charming. Visit Bloemenmarkt (the flower market) to see and purchase handicrafts, souvenirs, and even tulip bulbs. If you’ve got loads of space in your luggage, consider purchasing a pair of clog slippers- I can’t imagine that you’ll find them outside of Holland, and they would surely be a great conversation piece. There are some wonderful museums in Amsterdam ranging from the Van Gogh Museum to the Heineken Experience. Whether or not you’ve read the well known diaries, visit the Anne Frank house. The line is long because of the small interior, so arrive early in the morning or late in the day. Online reservations are available, but have limited availability and often must be reserved well ahead of the visit. The museum has Wi-Fi that can be used to learn more about Anne Frank and the museum while waiting in line. As wonderful as Amsterdam is, don’t be afraid to venture outside of the city. In spring, you can see stunning fields of tulips in the countryside of Holland. Keukenhof Gardens showcases millions of blooms annually for a moderate entry fee. For free views of those vibrantly colored Dutch petals, try bicycling along the Bloemen Route that starts in Haarlem. If flowers aren’t your thing, you might enjoy a visit to Delft to admire and purchase some of the city’s world famous Delftware pottery. For more information on visiting Amsterdam, visit www.iamsterdam.com Tot ziens!
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"Driving" continued from page 1 driver waves you on. While the Security Department has increased patrols during the hours when school busses are on-loading/off-loading, it is everyone’s responsibility to use caution and regard. Also, if you see an incident occur, do not hesitate to call security with license plates and a brief incident description. Driving is a privilege, not a right and drivers can lose these privileges if not mindful. “Repercussions for different traffic violations vary depending on the degree of severity of the traffic rules which were broken,” said Cranston. “On base traffic tickets are on a point system, if you receive 12 points in one year’s time frame, you will lose base driving privileges for 12 months. Although there are situations such as Driving under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) skip the 12 point rule and result in an instant loss of driving privileges at the moment of detainment until the case is adjudicated.” The safety office encourages Senior Leadership to be proactive in leading Junior Sailors to make good decisions when on the road and out on base as well as the community. Base security cannot enforce rules out in town and our resources are different than it is in the States. Having a plan and paying close attention to what we are doing at all times is a big part of avoiding violations or incidents. Walker mentioned to prepare for wet roads and heavy rain fall as we approach the autumn season. Performing any necessary preventative checks will help to avoid unsafe driving situations while getting around in Sicily. With the holidays quickly approaching, it is encouraged to take extra time to be vigilant and mindful of driving habits. Violations and incidents tend to increase during these times and last year was no exception. According to Cranston, last December NASSIG Security reported a total of 90 tickets for the month while January had a whopping 129. A lot of these violations can be avoided by obeying traffic signs, removing distractions (i.e. cell phones, fumbling with the radio), and using common sense. For more information on traffic safety, practices, and punishment procedures, please refer to NASSIG Instruction 5114.1G located online via the CNIC G2 portal under base instructions.
"NEX"" continued from page 1 Herring. “We’re moving the uniforms and tailor to NAS 1 in order to create more room for consumable goods in the mini-mart.” After the uniforms shift to the main store, the layout of the mini-mart will start to change. “Where the uniforms are currently located will be replaced by shelving that will allow for us to expand our consumable items, and it will also allow for us to focus on our “A Better You” initiative,” said Herring. Construction should start by the end of October. There will also be construction at the NEX Depot. “We will be adding carpet in the furniture section to make the store more like a state-side furniture stores,” said Herring Herring added that during each phase of the renovations the stores will remain open. The areas under construction will be roped off so items are still accessible while merchandise is moved. If you have any questions or comments about the changes to the NEX, contact Julie Herring at Julie.Herring@nexweb.org or DSN 624-4379.
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U.S. Sailors participate in the Malta International Airshow 2014
LUQA, Malta (Sept. 27, 2014) Sailors from Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 helped kick off the Malta International Airshow 2014 Sept. 26, at the Malta International Airport. (U.S. Navy photo by Patrol Squadron 4 Public Affairs/Released) By Lt Shawn Eklund 6th Fleet Public Affairs LUQA, Malta - Sailors from Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 helped kick off the Malta International Airshow 2014 Sept. 26, at the Malta International Airport. The Airshow scheduled to take place up until Sept. 28, represents a unique opportunity for the U.S. to showcase its military personnel and equipment and enhance military-to-civilian efforts and supports U.S. security cooperation with Malta. "This was my first airshow overseas and it was a great experience; getting to meet foreign aircrews, learn about their airframes, and see a ton of interesting aircrafts on static display.” Lt j.g. Alexandra Lewis The airshow will represent an opportunity for Sailors to serve as goodwill ambassadors of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, and demonstrate the U.S.’s commitment to our allies and regional partners, while fostering growth in those relationships. Referencing another P-3 Orion at the airshow, Flight Engineer Petty Officer First Class Steven Smith said, "The Germans were so hospitable and gave us a tour of their aircraft. It was surprising to see how different the same plane can be. I look forward to working with them operationally in future exercises." Approximately 21 aircrewman and support personnel from Commander, Task Force 67 will participate, with VP4 aircraft, P-3 Orions, scheduled to be displayed at the airshow. "It was great to see the warm welcome for the U.S. P-3 from the many airshow guests, aviation enthusiasts, and the many foreign military airshow participants," VP-4 Commanding Officer, CDR Eric Hanks. U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa.
Friday, October 3 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Sausage Patties, Bacon, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, Waffles. *Lunch: Clam Chowder Soup, Breaded Pork, Baked Chicken, Lasagna, Carrots, Broccoli, Cookies, Ice Cream. Speed line: Pizza. *Dinner: Chicken Noodle Soup, Roast Turkey, Fishwich Sandwich, Pasta Chef, Tossed Green Rice, Chicken Gravy, Corn O’Brien, Green Beans, Cookies.
Tuesday, October 7 *Breakfast: Hot Farina, Omelets, Grilled Sausage Patties, Bacon, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, Waffles. * Lunch: Cream of Asparagus, Barbecued Spareribs, Fried Chicken, Chicken Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Hopping John, Corn on The Cob, Collard Greens, Oatmeal Nut Cookies, Ice Cream. *Speed Line: Pasta Bar. Dinner: Zesty Bean Soup, Pepper Steak, Fried Shrimp, Spaghetti Carbonara, Steamed Rice, Peas & Carrots, Squash, Cake.
Saturday, October 4 *Breakfast: Farina, Grilled Ham Slices, Bacon, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, French Toast. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, French Onion Soup, Chicken Drumettes, Lasagna, Creamed Sausage Gravy, Hash Brown Potatoes, Summer Squash, Asparagus, Pie. *Dinner: Vegetable Soup, Pasta al Forno, Pork Chop w/Mushroom Gravy, Pepper Steak, Rice Pilaf, Fresh Cauliflower, Mashed Potatoes, Pie.
Wednesday, October 8 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Creamed Beef, Bacon, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Pancakes. *Lunch: Beef Rice Soup, Baked Fish W/ Tomato Cherry, Lasagna, Chicken Florencia, Rice Pilaf, Cauliflower, Mixed Vegetable, Peanut butter Cookies, Ice Cream. *Speed Line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes, Grilled Bacon. *Dinner: Cream of Chicken Soup, BBQ Pork Ribs, Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce, Steamed Rice, Fried Cabbage, Cake.
Sunday, October 5 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Creamed Sausage Gravy, Bacon, Minute Steak, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Italian Roasted Potatoes, French Toast. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, Cream of Broccoli Soup, Salisbury Steak, Chicken Parmesan, Peas, Corn, Italian Roasted Potatoes, Pie. *Dinner: Chicken Vegetable Soup, Veal Parmesan, Beef Pot Pie w/Biscuit, Penne Alfredo, Rice Pilaf, Gravy, Seasoned Carrots, Pie.
Thursday, October 9 *Breakfast: Hominy Grits, Corned Beef Hash, Bacon, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, French Toast. *Lunch: Corn Chowder Soup, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Manicotti, Roast Beef, Baked Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Carrots, Cabbage, Pie, Ice Cream. *Dinner: Minestrone Soup, Chicken Drumettes, Meat Loaf, Penne Alfredo, Ginger Rice, Broccoli.
Monday, October 6 *Breakfast: Hot Hominy Grits, Oven Fried Bacon, Minced Beef, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Italian Roasted Potatoes, Waffles. *Lunch: Creamed of Potato Soup, Chicken Cordon Blue, Roast Rib of Beef, Penne Amatriciana, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Mixed Vegetables, Summer Squash, White Cake, Pie. *Speed line: Asstd. Pizza. *Dinner: Vegetable Supreme Soup, Grilled Chicken Breast, Herbed Salmon Fish, Pasta Chef, Rice Pilaf, Chicken Gravy, Fresh Cauliflower.
Friday, October 10 *Breakfast: Hot Oatmeal, Grilled Sausage Patties, Bacon, Asstd. Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, Waffles. *Lunch: Cream of Potato Soup, Penne Alfredo, Creole Scallop, Beef Pot Roast, Mashed Potatoes, Seasoned Mix Vegetables, Fresh Squash. Speed Line: Pizza. *Dinner: New England Clam Chowder Soup, Spaghetti W/Marinara Sauce, Chicken Parmesan, Beef Stew, Steamed Rice, Fresh Cauliflower.
As a reminder, all dependents are always welcome at the galley! Please provide any negative or positive feedback. There is a suggestion box near the entrance to the galley, next to the serving line.
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Sigonella holds job fair for employment seekers By Liz Zedner
NAS Sigonella Public Affairs Volunteer
By LCDR John Broom U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - U. S. Naval Hospital Sigonella recently celebrated Surgical Technologist Week Sept. 22-26 in conjunction with the national week of recognition for Surgical Technologists. The Surgical Technologist originated from the need for trained medical personnel after the succession of wars that severely decimated their numbers. Many nurses and doctors were called to serve during theses wars to attend the medical needs of the soldiers and sailors on the battlefront, and those wounded and confined in medical camps and hospitals as well. Surgical technology rose the succession of world wars participated in by the United States: World War I (1914-1918), World War II (19391945), the Korean War (1950-1953), and the Vietnam War (1965-1975). During World War I, Army medics and Navy Hospital Corpsman were conscripted and trained to give emergency services on the battle field and on combat ships. Nurses were not allowed to serve on the battlefield but were confined to medical stations and hospital ships during this period. Thus the role of operating room technicians (ORT), was created. ORTs took the place of nurses in the battlefield. They received training through an accelerated nursing program that emphasized on operating room technology and received on-the-job training in the surgery department. Their studies included sterilization of instruments, care of operating room patients, suturing, draping and instrumentation. Additionally, they also received Emergency Room training. After the Korean War, the shortage of nurses in operating rooms in the United States led to the hiring of ex-medics and ex-corpsmen to work in civilian hospitals. These ex-military men and women performed impeccably. Over time, this arrangement led to the evolution of the title of 'operating room technician' to 'surgical technologist'. In the Navy, Surgical Technologists serve in various roles as clinicians, educators, and operational assignments. Without surgical technologist participation, the surgical team would be incomplete. U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella joins its sister military and civilian hospitals throughout the United States, in recognizing the valuable contributions of Surgical Technicians to the success of safe and effective patient care.
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - If you walked or drove by the NEX parking lot on NAS 1 Wednesday, September 17, you were sure to see the Sigonella job fair in action. The NEX, In Gear Career, The Fleet and Family Service Center, and MWR joined forces to host the job fair; joined by various organizations from around the base with work and volunteer opportunities to share with the community. Job seekers from the community came out to learn about available positions, gain information about the job application process, enter a drawing for great prizes, and rock out to tunes provided by AFN’s live broadcast. ” The Job Fair was a huge success for our community. We had approximately 50 participants with 30 who signed in for the event, and others who just stopped by throughout the day. We had a great mix of people in the community visit and talk with the managers. MWR had over a dozen of our managers and employees at the event talking with everyone about how much fun it is to work for us (MWR). We met a lot of really great people who were excited to apply for the open positions that we currently have,” said Maria Dumanlang, MWR Marketing Director. With limited employment opportunities in Sigonella, many are not quite sure where to locate available jobs or how to apply for them. Positions are open in Sigonella, and this job fair was a great tool to assist individuals in managing their job search.
Community members were educated on how to apply skills and experience to a resume through volunteer positions. The Job Fair created a wonderful opportunity for our organizations in Sigonella to see how driven the members of our community are. “They (applicants) presented themselves in an exceptionally professional manner and were very prepared. I have talked with FFSC and they are on board for doing another Job Fair in the future. The results are not available yet, but we plan to track how many applicants were actually hired from the fair. We had about a dozen organizations participate for the event and hope to get additional organizations involved in the future,” added Dumanlang. “The job fair was fantastic! There was a great turn-out from hiring managers, as well as people taking advantage of this new opportunity. We're really hoping this becomes a regular event said Kirsten Reichel from In Gear Career – NAS Sigonella. For more information on searching and applying for jobs around Sigonella, contact the Fleet and Family Support Center at 6244291, or reach out to In Gear Career – NAS Sigonella on Facebook. *IN GEAR CAREER – NAS SIGONELLA IS A NON-FEDERAL ENTITY. IT IS NOT A PART OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS AND IT HAS NO GOVERNMENT STATUS.
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Find and circle all of the songs by The Beatles that are hidden in the grid. The remaining letters spell the name of an additional Beatles song.
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Roommate Matching Program begins in Unaccompanied Housing By NAS Sigonella Housing Service Center
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Effective October 1, The Housing Service Center initiated a program that allows Unaccompanied Housing (UH) residents to select their own roommate. While the Roommate Matching Program (RMP) is new to Sigonella, similar programs have been used at most colleges and universities around the United States to successfully pair roommates together. Phase I of the RMP is to get sailors that already know each other matched up and relocated. Phase II allows sailor to view potential roommate profiles and make a selection. Phase III expands this program to allow inbound sailors executing PCS orders the ability to search/ communicate with potential roommate prior to arrival. Participation in the RMP is voluntary and will require current and future barracks residents to fill out a questionnaire about their living habits and preferences which will be inputted to the database for viewing and matching with potential roommates. After completing the questionnaire, residents turn them in to their Floor RA (Resident Advisor) who collect and validate the submission. Future NASSIG UH residents will be required to send their completed questionnaire to their assigned sponsor. Residents submitting completed questionnaire will be granted access to the CNIC G2 Portal to review not only their questionnaire but also those of other potential roommates. A separate male and female portal will be made available. Access requirements, links to the portal, and other questions can be addressed with the UH staff at Buildings 170 or 623 at this time. When selection is made, relocating residents are required to submit a Special Request Chit for approval by their Departmental Leading Chief Petty Officer (or service equivalent). This is a necessary measure to ensure your supervisors are aware of your room relocation and changes to your recall information. While the RMP desires to match personnel desiring to be housed with their preferred roommate, RMP is not intended to dislocate or displace anyone. Relocation to a vacant room/module may be necessary in some instances to avoid displacing a current resident. For those residents that are not immediately paired with their selected roommate or have not submitted their questionnaire/profile, they will be housed on available rooms and will be added to a wait list for future room assignment. In the past, new UH residents reporting to NAS Sigonella were randomly placed in rooms based on their sex, unit integrity and room availability. This is a new concept that deviates from the normal method we use. Our bottom line intention is to empower our junior Sailors, Soldiers, Airman and Marines to find their own roommates assigned at U.S. Naval Air Station Sigonella’s Unaccompanied Housing.
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Nurture healthy relationships From Fleet and Family Service Center NAS Sigonella
Effective 1 October 14, The Housing Service Center initiated a program that allows Unaccompanied Housing (UH) residents to select their own roommate. While the RMP is new to Sigonella, similar programs have been used at most colleges and universities around the United States to successfully pair roommates together. Phase I of the RMP is to get sailors that already know each other matched up and relocated. Phase II allows sailor to view potential roommate profiles and make a selection. Phase III expands this program to allow inbound sailors executing PCS orders the ability to search/communicate with potential roommate prior to arrival. (U.S. Navy Photo by Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Kristin Pokrinchak/ Released)
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What you tend to and nurture in life will grow and flourish. Whether that is your tomato garden, videogame skills or your friends and family, is up to you. Relationships, like gardens, take some work and care to make sure they are a positive and healthy part of your life. When things in life get challenging, stressors can build and conflicts can escalate, sometimes leading to abuse. To avoid the risk of abuse entering any of your relationships, it's best to follow Benjamin Franklin's advice, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." Preventing domestic abuse is basic relationship maintenance. Couples with healthy relationships didn't just hit the relationship lottery. Partners in healthy relationships work together every day, taking care to prevent any trouble and tending to issues when they occur. What do healthy relationships look like? Relationships should be safe, respectful and positive. Relationships should be safe Feeling safe in a relationship, both physically and emotionally, is essential. Build a safe environment with your partner. • Commit to your relationship completely. It takes two people working together to make a relationship work well. • Trust your partner. Give each other the benefit of the doubt and accept your partner's word as true. • Be kind to one another. When you talk to one another, watch your tone of voice and body language. Always speak positively about your spouse to others. • Fight fair. Use nonviolent conflict resolution. It's OK to feel angry and to share those feelings with your partner. Emotional and physical abuse is never OK. Listen to each other and really hear what your partner is feeling. Find common ground and work together for a solution you both find acceptable. • Forgive, own your mistakes and apologize. Forgive your partner when he or she owns a mistake and apologize in the same way you would want your partner to treat you. Every couple faces relationship problems at some point. Working through problems in a healthy way can strengthen the relationship. Relationships should be respectful Respecting your partner is one of the fundamental ways to show love. • Respect each other's physical and emotional boundaries. Your partner is an individual and has the right to decide how to be touched and how to feel. No one has the right to dismiss or disregard another person's boundaries and feelings.
• Ask, don't expect. Sometimes we take our partners for granted. Remember, your partner doesn't owe you servitude. Use those magic words, please and thank you. Common courtesy goes a long way to making another person feel respected. • Be honest, don't manipulate. Respect your partner enough to tell him or her how you feel. Learn to accept how your partner feels and reacts. • Compromise and make joint decisions. When big decisions arise in life, work through them and decide on them together. Considering each other's concerns, feelings and opinions will make the outcome better for you as a couple. • Hear your partner. Listen to your partner with your full attention, even if you disagree with what he or she is saying. Everyone wants to feel that they have been heard and this is a great way to build understanding between you. Relationships should be positive Put effort into your relationships. Make sure you are adding enjoyment to your partner's life and let your partner know what you need to be happy and fulfilled. • Support your partner. Help each other toward life goals or dreams. Work as a team, just the two of you against the world. Relationships grow stronger when teamwork toward a common goal is involved. • Encourage each other. You are your partner's cheerleader. When you were children, your parents had that role. As an adult, your partner takes on that role. • Be a good example for your children. Children learn about relationships by watching the people they know best. Set an example for your children by practicing healthy relationship skills with your spouse or partner. • Enjoy life together. That's what this is all about, enjoying life with your favorite person. Continue to enjoy or rediscover the spark that brought you together. Keep that in the forefront of your mind. Find things to do together that bring out the fun in life. Talk with your spouse or partner and decide to work together to create and maintain a healthy relationship. Remember that you don't have to navigate this alone. The Family Advocacy Program helps individuals, couples and families develop healthy relationship skills and address common relationship and parenting challenges during every stage of life. Learn more about healthy relationships by contacting the Fleet and Family Support Center at DSN: 624-4291, Commercial: 095 56 4291.
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