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U.S. – Italian partnership marks new era for NASSIG traffic safety By LT Paul Newell NAS Sigonella Public Affairs Officer
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily — Take heed all you Mario Andretti clones. You and your reckless thrill-seeking associates just had a big ole’ nail pounded into your 2,000 lb., fast-moving, , four-wheeled, steel coffins this week when NAS Sigonella began a new traffic safety initiative to crack down on bad driving habits within the “Triangle.” The new traffic safety program isn’t another tedious checkin-the-box safety stand-down. It’s not even a snazzy, dressed-up public service announcement. On Thursday, the Security Department and their local polizia brethren began to bring their skill-sets outside the wire in a joint-venture aimed at deterring both U.S. and Italian drivers from making bad choices. The partnership between U.S. and Italian law enforcement – brokered after nearly six months of collaboration between NAS Sigonella leadership and Italian law enforcement officials – is a first-of-its-kind within the Sigonella community, and marks a new age in keeping safe those who traverse nearby roads. “We are setting up units of polizia with my patrolmen along selected areas of SP-92, SP-105, and SP-114,” said NAS Sigonella Security Officer Lt. Chuck Cranston. “If the wrongdoer is an Italian, the polizia will follow up with the offense. If it is an American, they will turn them over to us unless the vehicle operator is charged with a DUI. In that case, whether an American or not, local authorities will retain jurisdiction to prosecute under their laws.” To overcome the language barrier between polizia and U.S. military police, the cooperative is set up to provide a third body on patrol – a security liaison An NAS Sigonella Security Department Sailor performs an ID check on a vehicle and its fluent in both Italian and English to explain and share ideas and policies between two inbound passengers at the NAS 1 Annex Gate Monday afternoon. The base rerouted NAS 1 traffic Friday through Monday to test the response of the base in a heightened
"Safety" continued on page 10 security posture. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Paul Newell/Released)
Sig’ Citizens pledge to make a difference By YN3 Gabrielle Milly NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - On September 30, roughly 200 civilians, “The inspiration for Sig’ Citizenship was pretty straightforward,” Dennis military personnel, local nationals and other members of the Sigonella said. “As I looked into our current circumstances and got a sense of what our community came together in front of the NAS 2 water fountain to sign Naval challenges were and what I thought our future should look like, it became Air Station Sigonella’s “Commitment to Sig Citizenship”. obvious there are really three main areas where this community should The goal for this pledge is for every individual member of the community focus.” to join together and show their support in making Sigonella a safer, better, Those three areas, or Sig’ Citizen pillars, are: security; health and welfare; place to work and live by actively caring for one another. and resource conservation. When practiced, each help to significantly MWR’s marketing director Maria Dumanlang summed it up in her own strengthen an already well-rounded community. “Security” is actively words by saying “we are such a small community and we engaging in the defense of the community as a whole. must really rely on one another in order to make Sigonella See the entire Sig' Citzen “Health and Welfare” is looking out for the general a home away from home.” The spirit behind this idea is well-being of one another. From being a leader in Pledge and pictures from the one of the main goals for Tuesday’s public pledge; one that physical fitness, or encouraging your friend to get base leadership hopes will inspire others to join together ceremony on Pages 8 - 9. out of the “Triangle” and travel. This pillar is also put in order be a body of community watchmen and women. into practice intervening to prevent someone, friends, The pledge encourages everyone in the community to co-workers, or dependents from a bad situation or take it upon themselves to care, and be the example for others to follow. Capt. destructive act. “Resource Conservation” is taking thoughtful care of all the Chris Dennis, NAS Sigonella commanding officer, proudly stated, “I am a community’s natural, energy, material, and staff resources by using only what Sig’ Citizen” and hope that every Sig’ Citizen holds this pledge, and its the is needed, reusing when possible, and stretching what we have been blessed three pillars, as a remembrance to what it means to be a citizen. with to its maximum potential. Dennis hatched the “Sig Citizen” initiative to express how every man or MA1 Brian Teart said the pledge should help lead Sig Citizens “to set a woman, living or working here is important. What matters most is their good example, whether at work or out in the community and to give people commitment to the Sigonella community as a whole. something to look forward to and look forward to representing.”
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Command Master Chief Mike Kaszubowski Saluti Sigonella! I can’t think of a better way to start this article than saying a HUGE thank you to everyone who showed up for the signing of the Sigonella Citizen Pledge. What an awesome turnout and great way to show our unity. This community will no doubt get stronger and we will continue to be the premier naval installation. Each year as we celebrate our birthday, we typically pause and take time to look back at our impressive history and consider how it has shaped us into the Navy we are today. As we approach our NAVY’s birthday, I will ask you to stop for a moment and reflect on our history, accomplishments and our future. Although we claim 1775 as the date of establishment, and it seems like a long time ago, we are really not that old compared to other forces and countries. With all of our operations going on and our commitment to ensure peace and stability in many regions of the world, we continue to get more advanced with technology and are asked to do more with less. This is not a bad thing since we are always becoming smarter and more resilient. Today we continue to build on the legacy born of the Great White Fleet working with partners
Sailors need to be 100 percent on watch. Take some time to reflect on where we came from and where we are going. In closing, I would like to continue to remind everyone three things. 1. Lead by example. 2. Create opportunities of others to succeed. 3. Have a positive attitude. I look forward to seeing everyone at the NAVY Ball and celebrating our awesome achievements here in Sigonella and in the NAVY! Happy birthday SHIPMATES! CMDCM Kaszubowski
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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NAS Sigonella Executive Officer Cmdr. Charles G. McKinney II, congratulates members of the NAS Sigonella Fire Department after one of three Length of Service (LOS) awards ceremonies held to acknowledge Local National (LN) and civilian government (GS) employees for their outstanding continued service. Awards were given for 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 35, 40 and even 45 years of government service. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communications Specialist Anderson Bomjardim) By Terry Williams Civilian Human Resources Director NAS Sigonella
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - It's not every day that we honor service benchmarks. In fact, not since 1994 have civilian employees aboard NAS Sigonella been recognized for their dedicated service to the U.S. government or, more specifically, to the U.S. Navy. Now, 20 years later, the command had the pleasure to recognize the contributions of 243 Local National (LN) and U.S. employees. To officially recognize the dedicated years of service for NASSIG civilian employees (UIC 62995 & UIC 46131) non-monetary awards consisting of a Navy certificate of service were issued by NAS Sigonella Commanding Officer, Capt. Chris Dennis, while a picture was taken. With three separate ceremonies on three different days, employees were recognized for 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and even 45 years of government service! While it is unfortunate that this type of recognition has been overdue for so long, Dennis said he looks forward to making this an annual event during his tenure. Following the presentation the employees, families, peers, and the community at large were invited for cake and refreshments to celebrate the occasion.
Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella and tenant commands brought out their game faces for the MWR Command Challenge, held Oct. 3 on NAS 2. Each team entered the field with their own style and uniforms. When Security walked onto the field, they were in a single-file line patting their thighs and making hand gestures looking like snakes and hissing. “We got the idea from the movie ‘Dodge Ball’,” said Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Matthew Pellegrino. “It went well with our theme.” Patrol Squadron (VP) 4’s team was wearing American flag shirts, all with the number four. Aviation Mechanic 2nd Class Jason Goyanko said, “We choose our team colors for the love of our country and to be patriotic.” Throughout the day 10 teams competed in a series of games including, "Keep On Trikin," "Bridges for Inch Worms" and "Skid Marks." During Skid Marks contestants ran full speed onto a large slip and slide covered in Johnson’s baby soap and water, seeing how far they could slide. After four events, the score was Global Hawk - 53, Public Works 48 and VP 4 - 46. The final game was Bridges for Inch Worms, which consisted of seven mini games worth a total of 50 points. If you think seven mini games is hard, it just got harder as the event is timed! In the first stage, three team members were on three rectangular blocks, placed in a straight line, which they had to move one at a time, by passing the blocks to the team member in front of them without stepping off the block into the grass. This task lead to the second stage which was corn hole where three members needed to get just one bean bag in the hole to advance to the next event. The third challenge was of four blocks that needed to be moved like the first event but all six members had to stay on. The fourth challenge was "ladder golf " followed by moving five blocks with nine members on. The next stage was a little easier for some people as it involved shooting a basketball into a hoop on the ground. After all these challenging events, the final stage and one of the hardest events involved all 15 members holding a rope and racing down a spiral line of blocks to the finish line. The rope can’t touch the ground and stepping off the blocks counts as a penalty. After finishing all five events Global Hawk’s Top Gun kept the lead for first place with a blowout score of 103. After trailing Public Works by two points in the first four events, VP 4’s VP Awesome came in second place with a total of 78, and third went to Public Works Killer Bees with a score of 68. The overall team sportsmanship award went to Security’s Purple Cobras. All four teams were awarded gift cards for the Commissary/ NEX worth different amounts.
NAVSUP 2014 Holiday Season Mailing Deadlines From NAVSUP Office of Corporate Communications
NASSIG WORSHIP SERVICES
Sunday ■ 9 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS 1 Chapel)
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to deter aggressors and prevent war, securing the world’s waterways for commerce, and providing aid where needed to victims of natural disasters and war. Our job now is to balance the broad spectrum of security challenges with the assets we have and hope to have in the future. We advocate greater cooperation among nations that share a common stake in international commerce, safety, security, and freedom of the seas. If you went on a COMREL, you made our NAVY stronger; if you made a difference at work, you made our NAVY stronger; believe it or not – if you picked up a piece of trash you made our NAVY stronger! Today, the value of having a strong naval power cannot be underestimated. Seventy percent of the earth’s surface is covered by water, 80 percent of the world’s people live near the ocean, and 90 percent of international trade travels by the sea, which means our
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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
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (NNS) -- The Naval Supply Systems Command's (NAVSUP) mail-by dates for pre-Dec. 25 deliveries of holiday cards, letters, and packages were released Sept. 15. For mail addressed to/from: APO/FPO/DPO AE zips 090-098 (except 093); AA zips 340; AP zips 962-966 * Priority Express Mail Military Service: Dec. 17 * First-Class and Priority Mail (letters/cards and packages): Dec. 10 * Space Available Mail: Nov. 26 * Standard Post Mail: Nov. 8 APO/FPO/DPO AE ZIP 093 * Priority Express Mail Military Service: N/A * First-Class and Priority Mail (letters/cards and packages): Dec. 3 * Space Available Mail: Nov. 26 * Standard Post Mail: Nov. 8 Domestic Mail (For Ships in Port and Personnel on Shore Duty in the U.S. mailing to U.S. destinations-not including APO/FPO) * First-Class Mail: Dec. 20 * Priority Mail: Dec. 20
* Priority Express Mail: Dec. 23 International First-Class Packages and Priority Mail addressed to Africa and Central and South America should be mailed no later than Dec. 2. International First-Class Packages and Priority Mail addressed to Asia/Pacific Rim; Australia/New Zealand; Canada; Caribbean; Mexico, Europe; and the Middle East should be mailed no later than Dec. 9. All classes of mail addressed to FPO addresses must contain the proper nine-digit ZIP code or the New Navy Standardized Address format, which includes ship or mobile unit number, (or PSC number for ashore FPOs), virtual mail box number, and five-digit ZIP code to ensure delivery. Mail not addressed correctly could be returned to sender as undeliverable. Priority Express Mail Military Service (PEMMS) is available from selected military post offices. If mailing to an APO/FPO/DPO address, check with your local post office to determine if PEMMS service is available and specific delivery service standards.
Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella and tenant commands brought out their best for the MWR Command Challenge, Oct. 3 on NAS 2. Throughout the day 10 teams competed in a series of games including, "Keep On Trikin’" "Bridges for Inch Worms" and "Skid Marks". Skid Marks is an event where contestants ran full speed onto a large slip and slide covered in Johnson’s baby soap and water, seeing how far they could slide. After five events Global Hawk’s Top Gun took home 1st place with a blowout score of 103. (U.S. Navy photo by Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Kristen Pokrinchak/Released)
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CALENDAR
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Friday Paintball by Night 5 - 10:30 p.m. Outdoor Rec
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Palermo and Monreale 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. ITT
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Healthy Steps Group 8 - 9:30 a.m. FFSC
Outdoor Climbing in Sicily 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Outdoor Rec
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Transition GPS 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. FFSC
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Million Dollar Sailor 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. FFSC Transition GPS 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. FFSC
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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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Dinner, Wine Tasting 15 16 & Dancing at Gambino Homemade Sicil- Survive & Thrive: Winery ian Arancini Cooking Spouse Orientation 3:15 p.m. - midnight Class 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Friday Night Dinner in ITT 5:30 - 8 p.m. FFSC Acireale ITT 7 p.m. Mt. Etna Chestnut ExCouples CommunicaLiberty pedition with BBQ tion: Conversation for 7:30 am. - 4:30 p.m. Connection Outdoor Recc 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. FFSC
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Million Dollar Sailor 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. FFSC Transition GPS 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. FFSC
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Transition GPS 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. FFSC
VA Representative 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. FFSC
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Arrivederci Class 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. FFSC
Sig Safe 8 a.m. - 12:30 a.m. FFSC Transition GPS 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. FFSC
IMPORTANT EXTENSIONS:
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Godfather Tour & Limoncello Factory 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. ITT
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Ottobrata in Zafferana 9 a.m - 6:30 p.m. ITT Lamponi Cave Hike 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Liberty
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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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Naro and Agriturismo 7:15 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. ITT
Mark Wills Concert 9:30 P.m. Autumnfest Stage NAS 1
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 Security:
What is the policy on domesticated dogs running loose in Marinai? I have contacted the owner on numerous occasions and the problem persists.
Response:
Thank you for your question. We definitely do not want any animals roaming our bases or Marinai. Anyone seeing a roaming dog, please call the Emergency Dispatch Center at 6245225. If it’s a pet and you know the owners address, please provide that along with as much information as possible. Whether it’s a pet or a stray, a security unit will be dispatched. When we know the owner, patrolmen will talk to them directly and make a report to Housing. In accordance with the Housing Handbook, this will be registered as a nuisance pet. Housing has the ability to track pet ownership and ensure that all animals are registered with housing and the vet office. Pet owning residents who are unwilling or unable to resolve problems, may have their assignment to quarters terminated. Everyone should want Marinai to be a safe and secure place for our children to live and play. Thank you for doing your part!
Comment regarding MWR/CDC:
My child was held in a headlock and punched in the stomach and chest in the 3- to 5-year old room. Also, the menu seems to be insufficient, and will not properly feed my child. The worst feeling in the world is for a parent to feel like his or her child is not being cared for properly.
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I agree, when you place your children in our hands it is our responsibility to protect them. Your report is very upsetting. I am sorry. First any time you have concerns with your child's well-being while in our care - contact the directors immediately. CDC - DSN 624-3736 SAC - DSN 624-3712 Teen/Tween - DSN 624-1747/50 If you are unable to contact these directors or unsatisfied then please contact Mr. Paul Lopez, MWR Director, at 624-0503. As a matter of protocol, when behavioral issues arise at the CDC, staff works with the families of the children to try and to establish a plan to support all children affected and their families. The CDC protocol for issues like you've described are: first, staff will speak to parents regarding inappropriate behavior. If that behavior continues without change, another meeting is set up and, if needed, a behavior plan is established. There are other funded programs to address "troubled" children, but to keep it at the most appropriate level of response. In the immediate when children bite or hit, staff: 1) Step in immediately between the child who bit/hit, and the hurt child. 2) Help first the child who was hurt, providing medical attention of necessary. 3) Appropriately address child who did the biting or hitting using established protocols. 4) Encourage the child who hit/bit to aid the child they hurt. 5) Properly document the incident. 6) Notify parents. The parent of the victim will not be given the name of the biter/hitter. As for our menu selections, All Child Youth Program menus we offer have been reviewed by a nutritionist and are approved USDA meals. We vary the menus using a five-week rotation so that the children are exposed to different food/meals.
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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U.S. Navy HEADLINES Prickly pear festivals this weekend in San Cono
Live music will include the concert of Italian pop singer Debora Iurato (Oct. 11, 9:30 p.m., piazza San Calogero) and Giuliano Palma with his Bluebeaters, an Italian successful cover band which performs a mix of reggae, ska and rock (Oct. 19, 9:30 p.m., piazza San Calogero) For more information and detailed festival schedules visit http://www.comune.cesaro.me.it/
San Cono Prickly Pear Festival
Nestled on Mount San Marco, San Cono is a picturesque Sicilian town, located in the Catania province, which boasts an annual production of 50,000 tons of prickly pears. The festival kicks off tomorrow on Saturday, Oct. 11 in piazza Gramsci at 10 a.m. Tasting of Prickly-pear specialties will be held throughout the in the day historic center will be held at 5 p.m. On Sunday Oct. 12, festival highlights include a live ricotta cheese tasting (9:30 a.m.), town band concerts (10 a.m.) prickly pear tasting (5 p..m.), vintage cars’ parade (4 p.m.), Sicilian folklore parade (4:30 p.m.) and music show (10 p.m.). So be ready to spend an exciting family fun weekend in San Cono! For more information, directions and detailed schedules visit www.comunedisancono.it. Mark down on your calendar the 30th edition of the San Cono Prickly Pear and Folklore Festival (Festival del Folclore e Mostra Mercato Ficodindia), running this weekend (Oct. 11-12) and featuring an array of good food and live entertainment! (Photo by Giuseppe Stimolo) NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Make sure you mark on your calendar two mouthwatering festival taking place in Cesarò (Messina province) and Roccapalumba (Palermo province) in the upcoming weekends. The 15 edition of the Sagra del Suino Nero e del Fungo Porcino dei Nebrodi (Nebrodi Blackskinned Pig and Porcino Mushroom Festival) returns to Cesarò, a picturesque town in the Messina province, this weekend (Oct. 11 through 12) and on the Oct. 18/19 weekend at the town's public gardens (villa Aldo Moro) and in piazza Matteotti . The event, nicknamed “Cesarò Green Fest,” celebrates both the mouthwatering Nebrodi Black Pig (Suino Nero) and the Porcino mushroom. As reported by homefood.it, the Nebrodi black pig's presence in the Nebrodi woods dates back to the Greek period of Carthage (VIII -VI sec. to. C.). This animal is a wild pig very similar to the wild boar that lives in a free state feeding on the foods found in the covered grounds of the woods. Delicious prosciutto, salami and sausages are made from its meat after it is cured with salt. Nebrodi Black Pig is one of the 28 Sicilian "presìdi slow food" (protected breed threatened with extinction). As reported by slowfoodfoundation.org, Slow Food "Presìdi" indeed sustain quality production at risk of extinction, protect unique regions and ecosystems, recover traditional processing methods, and safeguard native breeds and local plant varieties. The Presidia directly involve producers, offer technical assistance to improve production quality, organize exchanges among different countries, provide new market outlets (both locally and internationally). Slow Food is an international member-supported nonprofit association and a worldwide network of people committed to improving the way food is produced and distributed. Festival specialties will include: "risotto ai porcini" (porcini mushroom's risotto), "arrosto di suino nero dei Nebrodi" (roast of Nebrodi Black Pig), "pane caldo condito con olio sale e peperoncino" (freshly baked bread dressed with olive oil, salt and chili pepper and other delicacies). Cesarò is a picturesque Sicilian town located on the slopes of the Nebrodi Mountains (Messina province) and park, near Bronte. The Nebrodi Park was created in 1993 spreading over an area of forests which makes the largest in Sicily. Its inhabitants have preserved the uniqueness of this setting, keeping their differences from the rest of the island by their language which still has some features of the French-Lombard dialect. The forest is situated between 1200 and 1500 m above sea level. Cesaro' has a special longstanding good relationship with the US Navy which began in 1996 when an HC-4 helicopter helped the population to place a 7,000-pound statue of Christ on top of a mountain. The festival kicks off tomorrow (Oct. 11) morning at 10 a.m. Highlights include traditional food, street artists, trekking and hiking opportunities in the local Monte Soro lakes and hills, arts as well as crafts and entertainment.
What's On in Italy - October 2014 By Italy Magazine MUSICA DEI POPOLI –Florence thru 11th November One of the most rewarding aspects of music festivals is learning about a genre or style that you hadn't had so much experience of. Musica Dei Popoli, spanning more than six weeks worth of events and initiatives, lives up to this philosophy. The festival will play host to a wealth of performances and workshops dedicated to African music. Some of the most talented musicians will be appearing at this event. Senegalese singer Badara Seck and West African group Bafoulabe will be taking part in the Night Of The Griot, a performance that will look at the history and the sounds of the Mande people from West Africa. Other performers include saxophonist Seun Kuti, singer Nancy Vieira and singer, dancer and percussionist Dobet Gnahore. There will also be a workshop exploring the unique combination of vocals and percussion. The blend of drums, tambourines and voices will be looked at in greater detail, and will be another unmissable element of this fascinating and tuneful event. A must for all music fans! BARCOLANA REGATTA – Trieste thru 12th October It's been described as the biggest gathering of boats in the Mediterranean Sea. The Barcolana Regatta comes to Trieste in the first part of October, and promises to be an unmissable experience for all boating fans. The Regatta will boast a number of races, which cater to all types. There will be a contest for younger wannabe sailors, as children from eight to 15 years old can take part in their own race. There will be a competition with a twist as kite surfers and windsurfers will be able to put their own spin (probably literally) on their event. A new course has also been promised for this year, which will prove to be both more challenging for the participants and a glorious spectacle for those looking on. If you go to the Barcolana Regatta in the night, then the night races are always worth experiencing – the place will come alive with lighting illumination. Just the ticket for the darker October evenings.
CNIC promotes Energy Action Month From Navy Installations Command Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Energy Action Month is here and Navy Installations Command (NIC) is committed to doing its part. With over 80,000 facilities and nearly 2 million acres of land to support the fleet, fighter and family, shore installations play a vital role in energy conservation. Sailors and civilians worldwide are helping make Navy facilities and infrastructure more efficient by working together to improve efficiency in shore energy consumption, and increasing the use of alternative and renewable energy across the enterprise. Energy is a strategic resource and to best meet the NIC mission, leadership and staffs are reaffirming their commitment to continued awareness in conserving energy and operating more efficiently. "It is the right thing to do," said Cmdr. Jay Cavnar, NIC's energy branch head. "Every kilowatt-hour, BTU or gallon of fuel that we can avoid using - while still meeting our full mission -- allows us to stretch limited resources for mission success." Throughout the month of October installations and regional commands are doing their part to contribute to this month's focus, but realize that energy action is a daily effort yearround and not just a one-month drill. "Observing where we may become more energy efficient throughout the year to support our operations around the world is vitally important to improving fleet readiness," said Lt. Cmdr. Gareth Montgomery, one of NIC's energy action officers. "Improved readiness and efficiency means better operational capability for the warfighter." According to Sandrine Schultz, NIC's energy program manager, "We must monitor our energy consumption closely to gather actionable information required to implement costeffective energy initiatives across all Navy installations." Efforts are being made around the world and resources which highlight energy efficiency may be found on the Navy Installations Command website http://cnic.navy.mil/energy and FB pages including https://www.facebook.com/navybrite. The Navy's website http://greenfleet.dodlive.mil/energy/energywarrior also offers a free Energy Warrior app, which allows individuals to view videos and discover what Sailors, civilians, and others Navy-wide are doing to lead change and increase combat capability. For further information about CNIC visit http://cnic.navy.mil .
CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. (Sept. 4, 2013) Ron Gauthier, left, from SPAWAR Systems Center Pacific, talks with student veteran, Lucas Bultema, about his internship evaluating solar energy potential at Camp Pendleton, Calif. Lucas is part of the Energy Systems Technology Evaluation Program, or ESTEP, an innovative Office of Naval Research (ONR) program that helps student veterans find high-level, meaningful opportunities in energy-related fields within the Navy and Marine Corps. The program is a partnership between ONR, San Diego State University, SPAWAR, the Naval Postgraduate School and the Naval Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center. (U.S. Navy photo by John F. Williams/ Released)
Bystander Intervention Training begins for FY - 15 From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) -- In a message sent to Navy leaders Oct. 2, the Chief of Naval Personnel announced Bystander Intervention to the Fleet (BI2F) training will begin this fall for all active duty and reserve Sailors. The training will replace the fiscal year 2015 General Military Training (GMT) requirements for fraternization and hazing. The new formal training will provide Sailors realistic peer-led instruction that will help them recognize potential negative situations and how to safely intervene. Mobile Training Teams (MTTs) will begin visiting commands worldwide in November to start training instructors across the rank structure to allow for appropriate peer-level training to be conducted. BI2F will be delivered in small groups at each unit with an emphasis on peer-to-peer interaction. "Based on Fleet feedback, incorporating best practices and lessons learned from recent training, BI2F is intended to reinforce and build upon our core values, especially courage - courage to speak up, courage to intervene, courage to do the right thing before an incident or mishap occurs," said Vice Adm. Bill Moran, Chief of Naval Personnel. Commander, Naval Education and Training Command (NETC) will release a NAVADMIN that will outline specific training details. All commands are expected to complete training by September 2015.
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Commitment to Sig' Citizenship
I am a Sig' Citizen dedicated to the Security of my community, the thoughtful Conservation of its resources, and the Health and Welfare of myself and my fellow citizens. Accordingly, I pledge: Security: I will keep a watchful eye for threats to my community at large, as well as to my fellow citizens. I will intervene when I am able to safely prevent security failures, and report security concerns. I recognize that community security is everyone's responsibility and understand that as a citizen I play a crucial role in supplementing our designated community security forces. Resource Conservation: I recognize that our community resources are limited and precious. I strive to make every resource reach its full and useful life. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle are watchwords for our community's resource conservation commitment and apply to: energy, water, structures, vehicles, material goods, and time. Waste hurts us all and is to be eradicated where possible. I will actively correct wasteful behaviors and conditions. Health and Welfare: Responsible Alcohol Use: If I consume alcohol, I will do so responsibly. I support responsible drinking by others and respect those who choose not to drink. I will never pressure others to drink. I will encourage alternatives when I encounter situations that I believe demonstrate irresponsible drinking. I understand that if someone abuses alcohol, they may need specialized training or treatment. I will not enable continued abuse by helping cover up problems; instead, I will bring the issue to the command's attention. Fair Treatment: I will not tolerate discriminatory behavior, sexual harassment, hazing, or domestic abuse. I understand that outside intervention is often required to break these patterns of abusive behavior. Therefore, I will actively step in, when it is safe to do so, and follow-up with appropriate notif ication to authorities. I will respect the basic dignity of all individuals in and out of the workplace and accept no less from my fellow citizens. Sexual Assault Prevention: I will not engage in any sexual activity without clearly receiving legal consent and I will ask if I am unsure. I understand that sexual assault is a crime of sexual contact characterized by the use of force, threats, intimidation, or abuse of authority or when the person does not or cannot consent. I understand that a person may be incapable of consenting when impaired by alcohol or drugs. I understand that consent can be withdrawn at any time. In order to prevent sexual assault, I will intervene when safe to do so or seek assistance when I see signs of coercion, disrespectful behavior, unwanted violation of personal boundaries, and poor decision making due to intoxication. Driving Safety: I understand that f irst and foremost, used improperly, automobiles and motorcycles can kill or maim myself and others. I will always drive attentively, without distractions. I embrace the concept of defensive driving, which best protects me, other drivers, and pedestrians. I pledge to embrace and live up to the virtues of Sig' Citizenship for the well-being of myself, my family, and my Sigonella community.
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the two patrolmen who might otherwise not understand one another. The liaison is also there to provide similar (but likely not nearly as enjoyable) clarification to traffic offenders to ensure they clearly and completely understand the infraction they just committed. The initiative follows on the heels of increased reports of careless driving within or in close proximity of the Triangle. Less than two months ago a Sailor attempting to pass four vehicles and a bus on SS-192 ran a driver off the road after the victim was forced to sharply veer from the rapidly-approaching car in its lane. With a billowing cloud of dust in its wake, the victim’s car flipped twice. Miraculously, no injuries were sustained. Ten days prior, another Sailor sustained a broken left arm, three broken ribs, a shoulder injury, and multiple contusions after wrecking his vehicle in an accident near Motta Sta. Anastasia. Many instances of similar preventable accidents throughout the past year – almost all committed off base – highlight the dire consequences of poor decision-making made by Sailors and local nationals alike, and became the impetus for the traffic safety cooperative. “I don’t like seeing people get hurt; nobody does,” Cranston said. “And we really wanted to make a meaningful change. The partnership was actually born out of a meeting six months ago with the officer-in-charge of highway police from Catania. I wanted his advice on how to best go about bolstering safety measures on SP-69.” The highway patrolman encouraged Cranston to ask NAS Sigonella Commanding Officer Capt. Christopher Dennis if he would be willing to write a letter to the prefect of Catania asking for help with SP-69. Dennis obliged, and the letter hit its mark by ushering in follow-on meetings between Cranston and Catania polizia officials. All throughout Cranston was focused on simply bolstering the safety of those traveling along SP-69, but during yet another meeting only two weeks ago – this one with the new commanding officer of the Catania highway police – Cranston realized that a partnership between his team and polizia could provide an even greater reach in spreading the traffic safety net. “The idea came to me at that moment, but it was achieved because of local national law shared vision, their generosity, and their overall spirit of collaboration,” Cranston said. While Cranston and his security team are excited for the opportunity to work alongside polizia to discourage unsafe driving specifically around the installation, he is hopeful the whole-ofcommunity embracing of smart driving reaches beyond the Triangle as well." “Our top priority with this deterrent is to prevent accidents, and especially those that are totally avoidable,” Cranston said. “But we also really hope that people would continue to practice safe driving wherever they operate a vehicle.” The second aim is plain as day: significantly decrease alcohol-impaired driving. Perhaps not a goal, but what Cranston explained as a natural partnership perk, is how the increased joint-presence operating outside the wire will be a strong, visible deterrent to terrorist organizations wishing to harm U.S. citizens on and off base. And lastly, Cranston, Dennis, and assumedly most everyone in the community, Italian, American, even the Mario Andrettis of Marinai, can take satisfaction in how this partnership has and will continue to strengthen relations between local citizens and their U.S. guests. “Since working side-by-side with Italian law enforcement I have been taught a great deal, and have a far greater appreciation for how they approach and conduct themselves within a situation,” Cranston said. “We are breaking down cultural barriers and replacing them with strong community bonds built on a very noble charge – to protect all who live within our Sigonella family. That’s something we should all feel genuinely excited about.”
The “Skinny Dragons,” of Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 hosted members of the Argyrium Cultural Organization, recently. The group, from the Sicilian city of Agira, was visiting as part of a larger base tour of Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella. The visit was one of many community relations (COMREL) events sponsored by the base. (U.S. Navy photo by Patrol Squadron 4 Public Affairs/Released) By Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 Public Affairs
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - The “Skinny Dragons,” of Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 hosted members of the Argyrium Cultural Organization, recently. The group, from the Sicilian city of Agira, was visiting as part of a larger base tour of Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella. The visit was one of many community relations (COMREL) events sponsored by the base. "I was amazed by how friendly the group was. It was a real honor to host members of the local community and be a part of building new relationships," said Lt. Matthew O’Connor, the senior member of the VP-4 aircrew participating in the static display of one of VP-4’s P-3C Orion Maritime Patrol Aircraft. Sailors provided the group with a short introduction in the hangar followed by a group photo, before they toured the aircraft with crew, including Lt. Todd Johnson, and Petty Officers Alan Cecchetti, David Stones and Robert Rivard. The tour focused on the P-3C’s anti-submarine warfare capabilities, aircrew survival equipment and an overview of aircrew work stations. The event marked the second time the Skinny Dragons have been able to host the local community and are looking forward to more opportunities in the future. “Patrol Squadron 4 showed tremendous hospitality,” said one of the guests. “I am very pleased that our town was able to welcome VP-4 to Sicily.” The static display gave the opportunity for VP-4, as part of Commander, Task Force (CTF) 67, to build relationships with the local community.
Friday, October 10 *Breakfast: Waffles, Sausage, Oatmeal, Eggs to Order, Bacon, Italian Roasted Potatoes. *Lunch: Tossed Green Rice, Cake, Yakisoba, Baked Fish, Tempura Fish, Grilled Hamburger, Cream of Potato Soup, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes, Summer Squash, Mixed Vegetables. *Dinner: Steamed Rice, Cake, BBQ Spareribs, French Onion Soup, Cauliflower, Spinach.
Tuesday, October 14 *Breakfast: Waffles, Hot Farina, Bacon, Eggs to Order, Italian Roasted Potatoes, Grilled Minute Steak. *Lunch: Jalapeno Corn Bread, Mexican Rice, Cake, Tacos, Chicken Fajitas, Beef and Bean Burritos, Spanish Soup, Corn, Refried Bean with Cheese, Carrots. *Dinner: Cake, Baked Italian Sausage, Cajun Roast Beef, Navy Bean Soup, Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus, Cauliflower.
Saturday, October 11 *Breakfast: Pancakes, Hot Farina, Eggs to Order, Bacon, Ham, Italian Roasted Potatoes. *Lunch: Pancakes, Eggs to Order, Oatmeal Cookies, Bacon, Ham, Italian Style Veal Steak, Beef Noodle Soup, Fried Cabbage with Bacon, Carrots, Italian Roasted Potatoes. Dinner: Oatmeal Cookies, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Pepper Pot Soup, Peas with Celery, Summer Squash.
Wednesday, October 15 *Breakfast: Pancakes, Oatmeal, Eggs to Order, Bacon, Creamed Ground Beef, Italian Roasted Potatoes. *Lunch: Eggs Noodles, Steamed Rice, Cookies, Beef Stew, Baked Fish, Grilled Hamburger, New England Clam Chowder, Baked Beans, Peas with Carrots, French Fried Potatoes, Spinach. *Dinner: Steamed Rice, Cookies, Fried Chicken, Pizza Casserole, Beef Rice Soup, Summer Squash, Broccoli.
Sunday, October 12 *Breakfast: French Toast, Oatmeal, Eggs to Order, Bacon, Grilled Minute Steak, Italian Roasted Potatoes. *Lunch: French Toast, Eggs to Order, Cake, Bacon, Grilled Minute Steak, Sauerbraten, Chicken Gumbo Soup, Asparagus, Mixed Veggies, Italian Roasted Potatoes. *Dinner: Pork Fried Rice, Cake, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Baked Chicken, Manhattan Clam Chowder, Corn, Italian Roasted Potatoes.
Thursday, October 16 *Breakfast: French Toast, Grits, Eggs to Order, Bacon, Creamed Ground Beef, Italian Roasted Potatoes. *Lunch: Oriental Rice, Cake, Cookies, Lasagna, Pork chops, Velvet Corn Soup, Cauliflower, Onion Rings, Oven Browned Potatoes. *Dinner: Lyonnaise Rice, Cookies, Veal Steak, Chicken Tetrazzini, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Corn, Collard Greens.
Monday, October 13 *Breakfast: French Toast, Grits, Eggs to Order, Bacon, Minced Beef, Italian Roasted Potatoes. *Lunch: Steamed Rice, Cookies, Dutch Apple Pie, Veal Parmesan, Roast Turkey, Pizza, Creole Soup, Mashed Potatoes, Cauliflower, Peas. *Dinner: Steamed Rice, Cake, Dutch Apple Pie, Roast Pork, Chicken Alfredo with Penne Pasta, Tomato Bouillon, Green Beans, Carrots.
Friday, October 17 *Breakfast: Waffles, Oatmeal, Eggs to Order, Bacon, Grilled Sausage Patties, Italian Roasted Potatoes. *Lunch: Egg Noodles, Steamed Rice, Cake, Baked Fish, Turkey Al a King, Cream of Potato Soup, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: Cake, Salisbury Steak, Pizza Casserole, Vegetable Soup, Oriental Stir Fried Cabbage, Mashed Potatoes, Spinach.
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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Flu vaccine season in full swing By HM2 Matthew Clutter U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella
The Command Triad of U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella salutes the raising of the American flag during morning colors on Oct. 1. From left to right, CMCDM Jill Easton, Executive Officer, Capt. John Lamberton and Commanding Officer, Capt. WRK Davidson. ( U.S. Navy Photo by Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Matthew Clutter) By HM2 Matthew Clutter U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - They are our co-workers, they are our friends, and they are our Shipmates – our ship – U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella. We drive on their streets, and we live on their land. They are our Italian hosts. Without them, our Navy would not be able to have a presence in this area. So as U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella prepared to kick off its newest tradition of performing a colors ceremony once a month, it did so with its Italian host in mind. “We wanted to do colors to honor our country and what our flag represents,” said U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella Command Master Chief Jill Eastin. “It only seemed appropriate that we honored our host nation and their flag. The people of Italy are gracious hosts, and we are all one team here at Naval Air Station Sigonella.” The ceremony is a tradition brought from former Commands by U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella Commanding Officer Capt. William Davidson. The plan is to hold one on the first Wednesday of every month. The ceremony’s intent is to both honor the flags and also pay respect to our host nation. This sign of respect was not lost on the local national audience. “I was very impressed,” said Grazia Coco, who sang the Italian national anthem with Sebastiano Fichera, Daniela Vecchio, and U.S. Navy Capt. Bryan Schumacher. “I’ve never attended a ceremony like this before, but I could feel the respect of the colors as I watched. It was very emotional seeing all the Sailors standing there watching the flags rising.” Both the Italian and American flags were raised in the ceremony by the hospital’s drill team, led by HM1 John Hawley. Other members who performed included LTJG Sarah Shields, HM1 Aaron Tucker, HM2 John Taan, HM3 Paul Hutton, and HN Gary Young. HM1 Steven Moore sang the U.S. national anthem. The ceremony served to strengthen the bond between the hospital and its hosts, a bond that has grown since the hospital’s infancy more than 20 years ago. The hospital will next hold honors on Nov. 5 in the U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella parking lot.
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella has kicked off its 2014-15 flu vaccination season and will be offering the vaccine to the dependent community throughout the fall. We here at the hospital love, just LOVE! this time of the year, for it’s the one time we really get to see a lot of our patients and subsequently annoy them with needles and weird nasal mists. We’ve come up with creative ways of persuading you to receive this important vaccination. Things like flyers and radio interviews. Or maybe you’ve taken the time to stand in front of a hospital cork board and soak in all the influenza statistics. We flood the market, so to speak, to help foster a healthier community. While the vaccination is not mandatory for everyone, it is highly encouraged. And despite my best efforts for Corpsmen to receive a one-dollar commission per each vaccine given, we really don’t get anything out of it except a healthier community. And that’s better than the alternative, which is a slow, painful, and flu-related death. (By the way, veiled threats: another way to persuade you to get this important vaccination.) So just to be clear, to keep the command mission ready and protect the public’s health, the flu vaccine is mandatory for all military personnel (active duty and reserve), as well as civilian health care workers providing direct patient care, DoDDs staff and students, and Child Development Center staff (unless medically or administratively exempt). We here at the hospital get pretty serious this time of year. Just listen to HM3 Kyle O’Neil, a Corpsman in the Immunizations Clinic, whom your children probably hate: “I’ve made it my personal goal to make Sigonella a healthier community. Flu vaccine season is the perfect time to really make a difference.”
See what I mean? He means business, but don’t let him scare you off. Once you receive your vaccination, you will be given a copy of the screening form, and it will act as your receipt. You should keep this copy for your personal records. Or you could throw it away. But should a record of your vaccination somehow not make it into “The System,” (this never happens, I swear) you’ll have to start all over again. So maybe hang on to it. The flu vaccine is administered in one of two ways: via injection or nasal spray. When you arrive at one of the aforementioned sites, hospital representatives will be there to help you determine which vaccination is required for you. And they’ll ask you things about eggs and formaldehyde and asthma but it only takes a minute. And it’s important to know these answers so we can determine which vaccine is suitable for you. Apparently, last year’s method of drawing a random vaccine out of an old baseball cap didn’t go over so well. People at high risk for developing serious flu complications include young children; people 65 years of age or older; pregnant women; and people with long-term medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes (types 1 and 2), heart disease, neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions, blood disorders, morbid obesity, kidney and liver disorders, HIV or AIDS, and cancer. If any military dependent has any of these conditions, he or she is strongly encouraged to come by the hospital to receive the flu vaccine as soon as possible (another veiled threat). Even for those not in one of the aforementioned groups, the flu vaccine is recommended. And once you get that flu vaccine, we’ll leave you alone. And you won’t have to read any more newspaper articles from a Corpsman with bad jokes.
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GAME ZONE Roller Coasters Find and circle all of the roller coasters that are hidden in the grid. The remaining 20 letters spell a Ernest Hemingway quotation.
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Faces of Loss, Faces of Hope
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By Pam Pierce
Sigonella Faces of Loss, Faces of Hope NAS Sigonella, Sicily - October is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. The loss of a pregnancy is devastating at any stage and the grief and physical pain associated with the loss often goes unacknowledged. The death of a baby is one of the most painful things that can happen to a family. It's so unfair. Babies aren't supposed to die. They are the beginning of life, not the end. Unfortunately one in four women experiences the loss of a pregnancy in her lifetime, whether it be a miscarriage, a stillborn baby, or a newborn death For those women who have experienced perinatal loss, there is the Sigonella Faces of Loss, Faces of Hope. This group is part of the National Faces of Loss, Faces of Hope which is striving to put a face on miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss and bring awareness to this issue. Often these are topics that make people uncomfortable and that people don’t like to talk about. The loss of a pregnancy can be minimized and the grieving process disregarded. This is a group where women can come together to share their triumphs and failures on their journey to healing and to form relationships with others going through the same process. All women who have ever experienced the loss of a pregnancy or infant death are invited to join us, regardless of how much time has passed. The peer led group meets the second Monday of each month at 1800 at the NAS 1 Chapel. On Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. members of Sigonella Faces of Loss, Faces of Hope will gather in the Community Center Parking lot at the Maranai housing complex for the Fourth Annual “Walk to Remember.” This walk is dedicated to all the babies who die each year through pregnancy loss, stillbirth, or newborn death. Anyone whose lives have been touched by the tragic loss of a baby or would like to support our community members is welcome to join us for a candlelit walk around Maranai, followed by a special ceremony to remember the babies that were loved and lost. For more information on Sigonella Faces of Loss, Faces of Hope, please email sigonellafacesofloss@yahoo. com , or email PamPierce4417@msn.com for more information. * SIGONELLA FACES OF LOSS, FACES OF HOPE 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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"Million Dollar Sailor" program comes back to Sigonella By Mike Matheny Training Instructor for Personal Financial Management Fleet and Family Support Center NAS Sigonella
NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily - Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?? An obvious answer follows; but anyone who has worked with a Command Financial Specialist in their command knows that becoming wealthy requires more than just wishing for it. Achieving financial wealth and independence takes specific commitment and effort, and above all a disciplined and thoughtful plan crafted around your lifestyle, savings and investment goals. I am excited to announce that the Million Dollar Sailor program, a curriculum developed by CNIC and the Personal Financial Management program through Fleet and Family Support Center will be offered locally here in Sigonella on October 2122, 2014. This is a two day interactive course covering such topics as: NEWPORT NEWS, Va. - An unmanned 27-foot harbor security boat from Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock operates autonomously during an Office of Naval Research-sponsored demonstration of swarmboat technology on the James River in Newport News, Va. During the demonstration as many as 13 Navy boats, using an Office of Naval Research-sponsored system called CARACaS (Control Architecture for Robotic Agent Command Sensing), operated autonomously or by remote control during escort, intercept and engage scenarios. (U.S. Navy photo by John F. Williams/Released)
Wealth Building on a Military Pay Budget Consumer Awareness and Advocacy Managing Credit Banking and Financial Services
Money Management Wealth Protection and Insurance Planning Buying Strategies for Major Purchases Accumulation through Saving and Inveting
One common obstacle to wealth building we all share is the continued transitions that occur every 2-3 years in Navy Life. This program was created specifically to address these and other common financial challenges that face Sailors and their families in today’s Navy. The training and education provided will instill sound financial management skills that can be used over a lifetime. We all have behavior patterns when it comes to managing our finances and spending choices; the healthier and more productive our choices, the greater likelihood we will accomplish our wealth building goals. Any community member is invited to attend this course; active duty personnel, spouses and contractors. There are no prerequisite criteria to be eligible so reserve your seat today! Come by or contact Fleet and Family Support Center on NAS1 (DSN 624-4291) to register and I am happy to answer any questions you may have. Regardless of circumstance, now is an ideal time to review your family financial strategy and incorporate strong wealth building tools. Take advantage of the Million Dollar Sailor course to stock up your financial tool kit today. In service to your financial success, all the best!
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