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Vol. 33 No. 44

FPCON EX 2016: Testing Interoperability & Response Capabilities

By Nicole Ybarra NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – On Nov. 8-10, departments from across Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella came together as an integrated force to respond to several simulated emergencies during an Integrated Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) exercise. The exercise is designed to test the interoperability and response capabilities of the Fire Department, Security, Military Working Dogs (MWD), Carabinieri, Italian Air Force (ITAF) Security and Medical, Italian Fire Department, Safety, Emergency Operations Center personnel and U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella in the event of coordinated attacks on the installation.

Opposing Forces simultaneously detonated a VBIED (vehicle-borne improvised explosive device) at the NAS 1 main gate while an active shooter fired on personnel in the NAS 2 Security building. The Force Protection Condition (FPCON) was elevated to FPCON Delta, prompting lockdown procedures to be initiated at NAS 1, NAS 2 and Marinai Housing, the implementation of a Mission Essential Personnel (MEP) barrier plan, and the activation of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC). ASF was activated and a modified NSF watch bill was executed to maintain FPCON Charlie for 68+ hours.

The exercise was conducted safely, without casualty and provided valuable training and coordination of forces. The objectives of trainings such as these are to test the coordination and response capabilities of NASSIG Security Forces, the EOC, Fire and Emergency Services, U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella, NAVFAC, FLC, ITAF, Carabinieri, and host nation agencies.

“We plan, brief, execute and debrief these exercises routinely to test our first responders, security forces, medical and emergency operations personnel’s ability to respond to and recover from potential attacks which threaten to interrupt our operations,” said Chris “Frog” Steinnecker, the Installation Training Officer for NAS Sigonella.

“We have to flex that muscle to ensure that if an event like this does happen, we could respond effectively.”

The FPCON EX is a lead-in to an evaluation of the installation’s security forces next July.

“The FPCON EX introduced a number of

Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella security reaction force and Italian Air Force security forces approach the entrance of a building during a base exercise, Nov. 8. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Ramon Go/Released)

variables that we don't have a chance to normally exercise concurrently, and it wouldn't have been nearly the success it was without the significant role that our Italian counterparts with the Italian Air Force played this year,” said Niki McBain, Emergency Management Officer. “Working together with our colleagues from across the base as well as with our first responders in town provides us the confidence that during a real event the entire Sigonella community will be ready to respond.”

Naval Air Station Sigonella: "The Hub of the Med," is a U.S. Navy installation and an Italian Air Force base in Sicily, Italy. Just as a ship performs lines of operation that provide a capability, Navy Region EURAFSWA bases perform the same eight lines of operation to provide capability to the fleet, joint and allied forces. These eight lines of operation are: air operations, port operations, safety, security, housing, MWR, Fleet and Fleet and Family Services and what is called the core: the fuels, water and power that keep the bases running. Through our lines of operation, our installations are force multipliers that maximize combat capability of operational units.

Petty Officer 3rd Class Nathaniel Hernandez leads a security reaction force during an exercise on board Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, Nov. 8. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Ramon Go/Released)

Field Day at the Chapels

By LCDR Edward Erwin Religious Ministries Department

While the Chapels receive ongoing maintenance from Religious Ministries Department staff and the Public Works Department, the facilities greatly benefited from the energy invested by volunteers on Oct. 27, a designated field day. (Photo courtesy of Religious Ministries Department Sigonella)

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – On Oct. 27, volunteers from the Religious Ministries Department (RMD) and Sigonella community joined together to help clean the Chapels at NAS 1 and NAS 2. Whether it was polishing pews, scrubbing floors, power-washing the beautiful Mediterranean architecture of the NAS 1 Chapel, volunteers from different faith groups synergized to help spruce up the facilities.

While the Chapels receive ongoing maintenance from the RMD staff and Public Works Department, the facilities greatly benefited from the energy invested by volunteers on this designated field day.

Chaplain Bayer, RMD Division Officer who helped spearhead the field day, said of the event’s significance: “The day is about doing things that need to be done.”

Jered Miller, the new Youth Director for

the Chapel, commented: “It’s only right that those who use and benefit from the facility should help to take care of the Chapel and that results in greater ownership amongst all the diverse faith groups.”

Elder Edgel added, “The Latter Day Saints community is thankful for a beautiful place to worship, and we believe in helping take care of this facility.”

“St. Benedict said ’Pray and labor. That is the work of God,’” reminded Father Watts, Catholic Priest for Sigonella. So worship and work converged for volunteers who practice good stewardship for the Navy, but ultimately they devote time to care for the House of God through volunteer service.

The RMD staff is most grateful for all worship and work at the Chapel whether on Sunday or during the week. Don’t be surprised if when you come to worship, we give you both a Bible and a broom!

“Pray and labor! That is the work of God!”

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LCDR Edward Erwin, Religious Ministries Dept.

Saluti Sigonella, Three words that touch the human heart come to mind this holiday season, bringing strength and inspiration when we need it the most.

First, gratitude is one of the most important attitudes that anyone can ever possess. Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and the word literally means to "give thanks." Instead of taking folks for granted, we are to be grateful for those who mean so much to us in this holiday season.

As we celebrate the blessings of family and friends, let’s not ignore those who matter most for what matters least. I want to challenge you to count your blessings, not just once a year but every day of the year. Interestingly, those who sometimes get down and discouraged experience renewal when they simply enumerate all the things that are going right for them instead of all the things that are going wrong. When it comes to resolving conflict in a marriage, helping children with their grades, putting out drama in the neighborhood, we need to reclaim an attitude of gratitude.

Second, grief sometimes describes where we are in the holiday season. When we are separated from family over the holidays because of a deployment or we remember who is not at the Thanksgiving table due to divorce or distance back in the States, we can experience grief. Healing begins

when we acknowledge what we are enduring.

Socrates, the great philosopher, once said, “Know thyself!” Get in touch with your pain and your emotions and realize that grief is a journey.

Whether it’s a roommate, your Chain of Command, your church, your family, your faith, or a professional caregiver, you need not be alone during the holidays. Help is a phone call, one text message, or one Skype session away! When you are hurting, don’t run and hide from those who want to help. Charlie Brown sighed, “Good grief!” Getting appropriate relief for our grief can lead to health and happiness, and that is a good grief that can make us stronger and a better person!

Third, grace is about a new beginning, a second chance, a fresh start in your relationships, your family, and your life perspective. When we journey through the hardships and difficulties that we may meet each day, grace allows us to forgive those who have wronged us, to ask forgiveness from those whom we have wronged, and to forgive ourselves because we have sought forgiveness from our Maker who inspires hope and encouragement.

A grace-filled life overcomes the pain of grief and results in an attitude of gratitude. This Thanksgiving season, remember what gives strength and inspiration when we confront life’s

Commanding Officer Capt. Brent Trickel Executive Officer Cmdr. Charles G. McKinney II Command Master Chief CMDCM Mike Kaszubowski

adversities. Be grateful and count your blessings!

Grief may knock you down, but don’t count yourself out!

Finally, be gracious and make every day count for what truly matters. To that end, Mother Teresa said it best, “Not all of us can do great things, but we can all do things with great love.”

Commanding Officer's Suggestion Box The ICE/CO Suggestion Box is for our community and Commanding Officer to discuss, with an eye toward constant improvement, how we are excelling* and how we can improve**. The Signature and NASSIG Facebook Page typically publish comments and responses for the benefit of the Sigonella community. Comments/suggestions are useful when objective, constructive, and specific. ICE/CO Suggestion Box is NOT a forum for meanspirited attacks. * If you submit a "BZ" about a specific person or department, PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR NAME in order to ensure comment authenticity and therefore publically recognize employees or organizations. ** The Commanding Officer will ensure a response to all signed comments/suggestions and the vast majority of anonymous ones but reserves the right to disregard those comments/suggestions disinterested in the spirit of the program!

There are two ways to submit; go to: 1) 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. – or – 2) NAS Sigonella's website www.cnic.navy.mil/Sigonella, go to the "About" drop down menu and click on "CO Suggestion Box".

Name: PO3 Hanyu Zhang Dept: NAVSUP FLC Sigonella Hometown: Fremont, Calif.

Petty Officer Zhang moved to America when he was 15, a challenging age to adapt to a new country. As service members stationed overseas, we can understand the difficulties of adapting to a new culture, but Zhang embraced his new culture and joined the U.S. Navy.

Fully expecting to be stationed on board a ship, he was fortunate to be sent to Sigonella, Sicily, where he is a Consolidated Hazardous Material Reutilization and Inventory Management Program (CHRIMP) technician at Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP).

"A CHRIMP is a professional technician who works with hazardous materials (HAZMAT) and HAZMAT minimization. We're a storage facility and I am the customer service manager.

I take in requests and issue

materials to the customer with the appropriate labels and stored in the correct way. I then proceed to generate a report for the headquarters every month of our inventory."

"I love my work environment. Everyone is helpful and caring."

With only two years in the Navy, he has the determination to complete his short-term goals starting

with getting pinned to the next paygrade, E-5.

"I want to be able to live out on the economy and be more independent and save money." Continuing with his short-term goals, he wants to travel all around Europe and be able to hold small and friendly conversations with the local nationals. "I use an application on my phone to learn Italian words and phrases."

Although Zhang loves Italian food, he also misses his favorites from back home. "My favorite place to go is In-and-Out." Zhang has been to most of the popular cities in Italy, and feels he can cross Italy off of his list of places to visit. "I joined the Navy because I wanted to travel and pursue higher education and that is exactly what I'm doing."

After Sigonella, he would like to visit Korea, Japan, the Philippines and other Asian countries on vacation or on a deployment.

Before joining the Navy, Zhang worked at Bank of America. He feels there are many similarities between how the bank and the U.S. Navy function and in how they train their employees.

"For example: the General Military Training we do brings everyone on the same page and fosters a positive work environment.

The Navy is big on equal opportunity, and that is great because America is such a diverse country and I think the Navy should reflect that."

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Turkey Day Safety Tips

Sigonella Defends Title with Sweep

From NAS Sigonella Safety Department

By JENNIFER H. SVAN Stars and Stripes

Thanksgiving is all about food – turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, and pumpkin pie – and family time. However, preparing holiday goodies can lead to disaster. The kitchen is the setting of more fires than any other room in the house, and cooking is the leading cause of home fires. For a festive and safe Thanksgiving feast, follow these American Red Cross safety tips.

Do not wear loose clothing or dangling sleeves while cooking. Never leave cooking unattended – stay in the kitchen when frying, grilling or broiling food. If someone must leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, they should turn off the stove.

Other safety steps include: • Check food regularly while cooking and remain in the home while cooking. Use a timer as a reminder that the stove or oven is on.

• Keep the kids away from the cooking area. Enforce a “kid-free zone” and make them stay at least three feet away from the stove.

• Keep anything that can catch fire - pot holders, oven mitts, wooden utensils, paper or plastic bags, food packaging, and towels or curtains—away from the stove, oven or any other appliance in the kitchen that generates heat.

• Clean cooking surfaces on a regular basis to prevent grease buildup.

• Purchase a fire extinguisher to keep in the kitchen.

Contact the local fire department for tips on proper use of extinguishers.

• Always check the kitchen before going to bed or leaving the home to make sure all stoves, ovens, and small appliances are turned off.

• Install a smoke alarm near the kitchen, on each level of the home, near sleeping areas, and inside and outside bedrooms. Use the test button to check it each month.

Replace all batteries at least once a year.

For more information please call the NAS Sigonella Safety Office at 624-5630 or 624-6261.

KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany – The Sigonella Jaguars clinched their second straight European Division III girls’ volleyball title Saturday against an upstart Baumholder team, 2511, 25-21, 25-16.

Though the Jaguars disposed of the Bucs in straight sets, it was far from a dominant victory by the returning champs, who several times had to claw their way back into the lead, making the final two sets thrilling nail-biters.

The tightly-played second set was especially nerve-wracking, said Sigonella’s Kisiah Chandler, “but my team always pushes through, so I wasn’t worried.”

Such a close match wasn’t expected, either, she said.

“When we came into the tournament, we thought we knew who we were going to play,” she said. “Baumholder completely threw us off. We had no idea how good they were. They put up a really great game.”

About halfway through the season, Sigonella coach Shawn McCarthy moved Chandler from setter – a position she’s played since a freshman - to outside hitter, in a move to generate more team offense.

“It paid dividends in the tournament and that’s tough for kids to do, but she did what the team needed and she succeeded and that was great to see,” McCarthy said.

After a lopsided first set, the Bucs dug in for the second game and tied the score at 20 all after an Eliyah Tillman block at the net. Tillman followed that up with a kill that found the far inside corner of Sigonella’s court to put the Bucs up 21-20.

But the Bucs couldn’t build on

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Sigonella's Kisiah Chandler, right, hits the ball over the net against Baumholder's Eliyah Tillman, left, and Annabel Brinkmeyer in Sigonella's 25-11, 25-21, 25-16 win in the Division III title game at the DODEA-Europe volleyball championships in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016. Chandler was named the D III tourney MVP. (Photo by Michael Abrams/Stars and Stripes)

the momentum. A long volley went in Sigonella’s favor after Baumholder hit the ball out of bounds, and the Bucs hit another return into the net. Several exchanges later, Chandler scored the winning point with a decisive kill.

The third set looked as if it might end in similar close fashion, after Baumholder tied the game at 16 apiece. But then Sigonella setter Isabel Dillon took over and marched the team to victory, serving up nine straight points - including three aces.

“She ran the show there at the end,” McCarthy said.

Also contributing for the Jaguars was senior outside hitter Korley Jones with three kills.

Baumholder, McCarthy said, set up its defense for Jones’ attack and was able to dig out many of her hits. But Sigonella

was able to take advantage of the other areas of the court that opened as a result.

“Baumholder did an excellent job digging the ball and keeping it in play,” he said. “But I think we had too much offense in the end.”

Baumholder coach Jill Norris said her team “fought really hard.” “These girls have come a long way since the beginning of the season,” she said. “They had the chemistry that they needed.

They got better every week, and they started believing in themselves. And we got here and they just pushed it as far as they could.”

Tillman had four aces, four kills and three blocks for the Bucs and was one of two Baumholder players named to the Division III All-Tournament team, along with senior Tytianna Martinez.

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Navy, Marines to Participate in Veterans Week NYC 2016 From Navy Office of Information East Public Affairs

In Italy, there are strict coffee rituals and rules. Italians, for instance, only enjoy some milky coffee like a cappuccino in the morning for breakfast, never in the afternoon, and especially not after a meal. (Photo by Sandomingo)

A Guide to Italian Coffee Culture Story by Eataly

Introduced in the 1500s, coffee has developed its own culture in Italy. The day is defined by coffee rituals: a cappuccino with breakfast, a caffè macchiato – or two – as an afternoon pick-meup, and espresso after dinner. And like any culture, that of Italian coffee comes with seemingly mysterious laws. Order a latte, and you’ll receive a glass of milk (which is exactly what you ordered).

Ask for a to-go cup or order a cappuccino after 11 a.m., and risk an instant tourist label.

1. BUONGIORNO! The morning begins with a breakfast comprising of a pastry paired with a delicious, milky coffee: Cappuccino: equal parts espresso, steamed milk, and foamed milk Caffè latte: espresso with more steamed milk and less foam Latte macchiato: steamed milk “marked” with a splash of espresso 2. PRENDIAMO UN CAFFÈ! “Let’s get a coffee!” Appropriate anytime, a caffè (or caffè normale) is simply an espresso, a small but strong shot of black coffee. Italians often sip a caffè as an afternoon pick-me-up or after a meal.

While you can order a caffè doppio for a double shot of espresso, this is not typical in Italy. If you need that extra jolt of caffeine, just visit your favorite barista multiple times a day – you won’t be the only one.

3. MIX IT UP. Over the centuries, Italians have created a variety of alterations to the powerful punch of espresso.

Caffè macchiato: For the softer side of coffee, enjoy this espresso “marked” with a splash of frothy milk. Unlike the breakfast drinks, this lightly milky caffè can be enjoyed as frequently as caffè normale.

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NEW YORK (NNS) -- More than 1,300 U.S. Navy Sailors and Marines are will participate in Veterans Week NYC 2016, Nov. 10-14, to honor the service and sacrifice of all American veterans.

Sailors and Marines from local commands in Manhattan, the Bronx, Long Island, and New Jersey will be joined by Rear Adm. Roy Kitchener, commander, Expeditionary Strike Group 2 and amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), who recently returned from conducting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief in Haiti following Hurricane Matthew.

The principal mission of LHD-class ships such as Iwo Jima is to transport troops by sea and air to a land battle, and to serve as the command ship in an expeditionary strike group. The ships have capabilities to launch amphibious vehicles, aircraft, and landing craft while remaining a safe distance from the shore, and can carry an assortment of Navy and Marine Corps aircraft such as CH-53E Super Stallion and MH-60S Knighthawk helicopters and V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft.

Additionally, the ship has modern medical and dental facilities second only to the Navy's hospital ships, and is capable of providing intensive medical assistance to 600 patients.

Veterans Week NYC 2016 and

The amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) returns to Naval Station Mayport after conducting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief as part of Joint Task Force (JTF) Matthew. The task force conducted 400 hours of flight operation and delivered 600,000 lbs. of humanitarian relief supplies to some of the most impacted areas from the storm, directly aiding an estimated 100,000 citizens in the process. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Mark Andrew Hays/Released)

America's Parade are presented by the United War Veterans Council to honor the sacrifices and service of all veterans.

America's Parade is the largest Veterans Day event in New York City, and has been held annually since 1919.

"It is important for us to remember the service and sacrifices of our veterans," said Kitchener. "Sailors and Marines have defended America's interests around the world for more than

240 years, and the men and women of today's Navy and Marine Corps team continue to carry on the legacy forged by the sacrifices of past and present veterans who have stood the watch since our country's founding."

Sailors and Marines will take part in activities throughout the city including city tours, Veterans Week remembrances, and marching in America's Parade.

"For the Sailors and Marines to

have the opportunity to visit one of the largest and most diverse cities in the world, especially during Veteran's Day, is something that they will never forget," said Capt. James Midkiff, Iwo Jima commanding officer. "I am so proud for us to represent the Navy during this week, and I look forward to seeing our team participate in all the events during our visit and honor those who served before them in the process."

Navy Announces Policy Guidance for Transgender Personnel From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- On Nov. 5, the Secretary of the Navy published guidance on the Department of the Navy's transgender policy in SECNAVINST 1000.11. Following the release of the SECNAVINST, the Navy announced its interim guidance for service of transgender personnel Nov. 7, via NAVADMIN 248/16.

To remain the finest seagoing fighting force the world has ever known, the Navy needs men and women who are the right fit for the right job regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, creed, or gender identity. Our goal is to ensure that the mission is carried out by the most qualified and capable service members. If the individual can meet the Navy's standards, they should be afforded the opportunity to serve.

Effective Oct. 1, transgender Sailors could begin the process to officially change their gender in our personnel administrative systems in accordance with DOD and service policy. On July 1, 2017, transgender applicants who meet updated accessions standards may be accessed into the U.S. Armed Services.

In order for Sailors to transition genders, they must receive a diagnosis from a military medical provider (MMP) indicating that gender transition is

medically necessary and develop a transition plan, approved by their commanding officer. The transition plan must include the individual Sailor's medical treatment plan and must take into consideration both the desires of the individual and the operational requirements of the command. Transition medical treatment differs for each individual. During the transition process, service members shall comply with all standards of the gender marker currently in Navy personnel administrative systems/DEERS. The NAVADMIN details the procedures for Sailors to transition genders and identifies several policy changes. There will be new modesty policies to allow for increased privacy in berthing, shower and head facilities, adjustment to language in the urinalysis program and adding gender identity to the military equal opportunity policy. After careful review of the physical readiness program, it was determined that no change was needed to the current policy and that standards remain the same for all Sailors.

Training will be provided to commands starting in November. Commands will be provided DVDs, training materials, a facilitation guide, a commanding officer's toolkit, along with the DOD handbook on transgender service to help Sailors understand gender transitions. For units in remote training areas that may not have access to the face-to-face training, there will be webinars for triads to ask

questions prior to delivering training to their commands. Training should be complete for all active duty Sailors no later than Jan. 31, 2017, and April 30, 2017, for reserve Sailors.

This policy guidance only applies to Navy military personnel - both active and reserve. Questions on Department of the Navy (DON) transgender civilian personnel shall be referred to the DON Office of Civilian Human Resources, and/or the DON Office of the General Counsel and questions on transgender civilian contractors serving with the Navy should be referred to the contracting officer's representative.

To help answer Sailors' questions, contact 1-855628-9311 (1-855-NAVY-9311). Sailors will need to press "0" and follow a series of prompts or email Navy311@navy.mil.

The DOD Transgender Handbook can be found at www.defense.gov/Portals/1/features/2016/0616_ policy/DoDTGHandbook_093016. pdf?ver=2016-09-30-160933-837 The Navy's CO Toolkit can be found at http://www. public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/21st_Century_Sailor/lgbt/Documents/CO%20Toolkit%20 USN_Transgender%20and%20Transitioning%20 Command%20Officers%20Toolkit_V2.pdf For more news from Chief of Naval Personnel, visit www.navy.mil/local/cnp/.

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All Hands News Bulletin:

tact your Housing Inspector and feel free to discuss any issues regarding your FH unit.

MARINAI HOUSING WEEKLY INSPECTIONS Command, Department or Organization: HOUSING DEPARTMENT Date of Event: EVERY WEDNESDAY Time of Event: 1300-1600 Location of Event: MARINAI HOUSING COMPLEX Point of Contact Name: PETER FAULK Point of Contact Phone Number: 624-1731 Point of Contact Email Address: nassig-housingMarinai@eu.navy.mil Additional Information: Marinai residents, please be aware that starting on 7 December 2016, every Wednesday afternoon the Housing inspectors will perform weekly rounds to check the condition of yards and carports.

Please make sure your yard is mowed and bushes trimmed. Be reminded to keep your carport area tidy and safe. All power tools need to be out of children's reach and unplugged, and excess material stored neatly. For more detailed guidance refer to the provided Resident Handbook or con-

NMCRS SANTA'S HELPER WORKSHOP Command, Department or Organization: NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY Date of Event: 3 DEC 2016 Time of Event: 0900-1200 Location of Event: COMPASS ROOM, NAS 1 Point of Contact Name: Brittany Sadler Point of Contact Phone Number: 624-4212 Point of Contact Email Address: Brittany.sadler@nmcrs.org Additional Information: It is that time of year again! NMCRS will be hosting its annual Santa's Helper Workshop and we need elves to make it successful and fun for the children! Santa's Helpers Workshop gives children an opportunity to shop for unique, affordable gifts for their families from a selection of our thrift shop items. We need volunteers to set up, help the children shop, wrap gifts and break down. To sign up as a volunteer Elf, email Brittany.sadler@nmcrs.org.

Sigonella Religious Ministries Department Worship Services Phone Numbers: NAS I 095-56-3975, NAS II 095-86-9049, Chaplain Duty: 335-831-4493, RP Duty: 335-786-1950.

Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Naval Air Station Sigonella Chapel

NAS 1 Mondays AA Meeting: 1800-1900 Tuesdays Protestant Women of the Chapel......0900-1100 Daily Mass: ..........................................1130-1230 AWANA: ..............................................1645-1900 Youth for Christ (YFC) Youth Meeting: .....................................................1200-1430 Wednesdays Protestant Men of the Chapel: ..........0600-0700 Daily Mass: ..........................................1130-1230 Catholic Ladies' Guild (3rd Wednesday): .....................................................1600-1800

Thursdays Daily Mass: ..........................................1130-1230 Youth for Christ (YFC) Youth Meeting: .....................................................1200-1530 Choir Practice: 1630-1800 The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA): .........................1800-2030

Catholic Religious Education (DoDDS): .....................................................1045-1200 Protestant Service: ..............................1100-1200 Latter-Day Saints Service: .................1330-1600

NAS 2

Fridays Daily Mass: ..........................................1130-1230 First Friday Mass and Holy Hour: ....1700-1830

Wednesdays Knights of Columbus (1st Wednesdays): .....................................................1700-1800 Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC): ....................................................1800-2100

Saturdays First Saturday Rosary and Mass:.......1100-1200

Thursdays AA Meeting: ........................................1800-1900

Sundays Catholic Mass: .....................................0900-1000

Sundays Protestant Service and Fellowship:....1800-2000

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Breakfast: $3.45 Mon - Fri: 6:30 - 8:30 a.m.

Weekend / Holiday: 7-9 a.m.

Lunch: $5.55 Mon - Fri: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Weekend / Holiday: 11 a.m. -1 p.m.

Dinner: $4.85 Mon - Fri: 4 - 6 p.m.

Weekend / Holiday: 4-6 p.m.

As a reminder to everyone: There are no PTUs allowed at the Galley. Appropriate athletic gear is authorized at the discretion of the Galley staff. Please remember that for sanitation purposes and for the consideration of other customers, if you have been out for PT, been working out at the gym, or have just been engaged in any physical activity where you and or your clothing has become soiled or sweaty you will be asked to turn around.

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How to Order Your Coffee There are two rules to ordering coffee in Italy. First and foremost, never order a milky drink after a meal. Italians don’t think of cappuccinos and lattes as dessert beverages, which partially explains why they aren’t as sweetly flavored as those served in the U.S. Instead, milkbased beverages are reserved for the morning only. In Italian culture, having warm milk sit on top of a full stomach doesn’t make sense — and they might have a decent case for their view.

Second, when placing your order, simply call it out as if you were at a bar. In Italy, cafes are bars; they’re coffee bars. When you walk into a cafe, head to the bar and call out your drink — even if the barista has your back to you. At a local cafe, you don’t have to pay until you leave.

If you’re in the airport or at a touristy establishment, you might have to pay before drinking your beverage. Your barista will let you know by asking for your “ticket.”

Drink Your Coffee Once you receive your coffee, drink it. Don’t blow on it. Don’t sip it. Drink it. Coffee’s a drug, not a pastime, and it’s meant to be downed in a timely fashion. Many Italians don’t even grab a seat when they go to a cafe. They simply stand at the bar, down their caffè, pay and go about their day.

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Italian Court Allows Mother to Give Child her Name story by BBC

Italy's constitutional court has ruled against legislation that automatically gives children of married couples the father's surname.

Lawyers argued that preventing families from giving children their mother's surname discriminated against women. The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) had earlier condemned the legislation - which dates from Roman times - and ordered Italy to change it.

Campaigners hailed Tuesday's ruling and called for parliament to endorse it. "The court has declared the unlawfulness of rules providing for the automatic attribution of the paternal surname to legitimate children, when the parents wish otherwise," the constitutional court said in a statement.

The case involved an Italian-Brazilian couple who wanted to give their son both their surnames, as is traditional in many Latin countries.

After their request was rejected by Italian authorities, they took the case to the ECHR, which ruled in their favor in 2014. It said the law was incompatible with the principle of gender equality enshrined in Italy's modern constitution.

Italy's lower house has approved a bill aimed at changing the law, but it has been blocked in the Senate for years.

"The Constitutional Court has taken a decision of great importance for our society," campaigner and left-wing MP Fabrizia Giuliani is quoted as saying by AFP news agency.

"The senate no longer has any excuse for not abolishing this anachronism and giving women their right in this matter."

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Caffè corretto: Literally translated to “corrected coffee,” this drink features espresso with a splash of alcohol, such as grappa or sambuca.

Caffè americano: After trying drip coffee in the United States, Italians decided to offer tourists a taste of home. Their interpretation: espresso diluted with plenty of hot water.

Caffè lungo: This “long coffee” comprises espresso with a splash of hot water but is stronger than the americano.

4. THINK REGIONALLY. Each of Italy’s 20 regions boasts its own unique coffee culture.

Espresso may be ubiquitous, but there are many regional twists to the caffè. In the northern Le Marche, enjoy a caffè anisette for an anise-flavored espresso; in southern Sicily, try caffè d’un parrinu, an Arabic-inspired coffee flavored with cloves, cinnamon, and cocoa.

5. AL BANCO. In Italy, coffee is typically enjoyed al banco, or at the bar, with friends. In Italy, it is common to order and drink your coffee first, then pay at the register.

cafes serve beverages at drinkable temperatures. If you really want a beverage that’ll scald your tongue you can ask for your coffee “bollente.” A 182.4 degree latte, though, is out of the question.

If you’ve been to any coffee shop in the United States, you’ve seen a place that was inspired by the Italian cafe but has been largely adapted to fit our culture. If you ever find yourself in Italy having a coffee or trying to impress an Italian on a first date, adopt the Italian way of drinking coffee: stick to the traditional drinks, order your coffee like you were at a bar, and drink it when it comes.

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