The Signature | March 22, 2019

Swordfish Bring Home Short Distance Swim Medals

Sigonella Celebrates International Women's Day

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Community Theater Group Performs for the First Time

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MARCH 22, 2019

Vol. 36 No. 6

Sigonella Seabees Celebrate 77th Birthday

CATANIA, Sicily (March 9, 2019) From left to right: NAVFAC Force Master Chief Percy Trent, Jr., Capt. Stephen Dakin, Construction Mechanic Constructionman Kevin Burdine, and Naval Air Station Sigonella Public Works Officer Cdr. Michael Jarosz pose with a ceremonial saw during a cake-cutting ceremony at the 77th Seabee birthday ball (U.S. Navy photo by Gunner’s Mate Seaman Rashond Grant)

By Lt. Karl Schonberg Naval Air Station Sigonella Public Affairs

Seabees assigned to the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) at Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella and their guests celebrated the 77th birthday of the Seabees at the Seabee Ball held at the Four Points by Sheraton in Catania, Italy, March 9.

Attendees not only celebrated their birthday but also recognized the 153th anniversary of the Civil Engineer Corps (CEC) and 178th anniversary of the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC).

The formal ceremonies started with a parading of the colors by the NAS Sigonella Color Guard. The events at the ball included formal remarks, a cake-cutting ceremony, recognition of the oldest and youngest Seabee, the fallen comrade ceremony, and singing of the Seabee Song.

NAVFAC Force Master Chief Percy Trent, Jr. served

Major Energy Efficiency Project to Break Ground This Spring

as the guest speaker during the celebration and spoke of the importance of having Seabees in today's Navy.

“As I look around the room tonight and see all of the fresh-faced Seabees and CEC officers and NAVFAC employees, I am overjoyed by the missions you will continue to accomplish,” said Trent. “Improving people’s lives and communities, providing humanitarian service, increasing partner nation capabilities with your construction efforts, building and sustaining relationships between nations’ non-government organizations and international organizations. The Seabees remain a vital component of the CNO’s design for maintaining maritime superiority.”

The Seabees, founded by Rear Adm. Ben Moreell in 1942, rose to fame during World War II when the Navy's construction battalions or "CBs" provided combat support for the Allied war effort. They assisted in constructing an artificial harbor at Normandy after DDay, supported Marines on Iwo Jima, and transformed

By Antonino Piluso Installation Energy Manager

Starting in April, Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella will embark on a massive, 18-month energy efficiency construction project that is estimated to net more than $20 million in utility cost savings over the course of its lifetime. The project has four main components: 1) installation of three solar panel systems 2) replacing all interior and exterior lighting to LED fixtures 3) improving the remote-control ability to regulate building temperatures and 4) improving the efficiency of heating and cooling system motors.

countless islands and outposts into workable bases for the Allied march to victory.

The CEC, established in 1867, is made up of the Navy's engineering and architecture officers. They are responsible for executing and managing the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the Navy's shore facilities. Ports, piers, warehouses, shipyards, airfields, and other facilities have been provided through their leadership and personal efforts.

NAVFAC was established in 1842 as the Bureau of Yards and Docks before it was reorganized as NAVFAC in 1966. The command originally had responsibility only for the design, construction, and maintenance of Navy yards and a few other shore stations.

Now, NAVFAC manages the planning, design, construction, contingency engineering, real estate, environmental, and public works support for U.S. Navy shore facilities around the world.

Happy 77th Birthday, Seabees!

This construction contract has been awarded in a unique way—the contracting firm is responsible for all upfront construction costs. Then, on an annual basis over 20 years, the U.S. military will reimburse the contractor if, and only if, the expected utility savings are greater than the scheduled payment. The contractor will also be responsible for the maintenance of the installed systems.

Solar Panel Systems Three solar panel photovoltaic systems will be installed on both bases: on the roof of the NEX and commissary building on NAS I, in the parking lot in front of that building (creating

shaded parking), and over the top level of the parking garage next to the NEX Mini-Mart on NAS II, also creating shaded parking. The abundant Sicilian sunshine is estimated to provide, at its peak, 2 Mega Watts of power to NAS Sigonella, which represents about 25 percent of the summertime energy demand of both bases.

LED Lighting Approximately 20 percent of NAS Sigonella’s lighting has already been replaced with LED fixtures in recent years. The remaining interior and exterior fixtures will now be upgraded to LED technology. This represents

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Lt. Ryan Albano, NAS Sigonella Chaplain Bongiorno Sigonella!

I am Lt. Ryan Albano, a new chaplain at Naval Air Station Sigonella.

Recently my wife, Amber, our three boys and I arrived from Bremerton, WA, where I was assigned to the USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74). The Stennis was a great ship, and I was fortunate to be with her through the yards, work-up cycle, and deployment. It was humbling to see just how hard Sailors work while out to sea, and I am sure many of you know first-hand what I’m talking about. The work never stops when you’re out to sea!

When I would walk around and visit Sailors the conversation would often turn to what we were all forward to. Perhaps it was the next port call, a replenishment at sea, or being back home with our families and friends again. Inevitably, the topic of shore duty would come up and Sailors would reminisce just how great their last shore duty was (even the ones they used to think they hated), and the next assignment they were looking forward to. Talking about shore duty was like talking about a juicy cheeseburger with a castaway… we all were looking forward to it!

But what’s interesting is since I

have arrived here, I have met several Sailors who have said they are ready to get back to the operational side again. I think we could all agree that we are always looking forward to something new and different.

And for the most part that is a good thing be-cause it drives our creativity, hope, and sense of adventure. But on the other hand, if we live too much in the future we end up missing the allimportant present.

Author Tish Harrison Warren notes in her book “The Liturgy of the Ordinary” that “Everyone wants a revolution, [but] no one wants to do the dishes.” You could easily swap out “dishes” with taking the kids to swim lessons, doing laundry, conducting monitored maintenance, or digi-tally signing another e-mail. These seemingly mundane moments of our daily lives often go un-noticed as insignificant superficialities of our lives. And we deal with them every day, whether we are out to sea, or sitting in an office. We always want to get the boring stuff over with so we can get onto the next big thing.

But what if all these seemingly uneventful moments actually count?

What if they are integral moments

that make up a life well-lived? After all, if the person we someday become is the result of how we live now, doesn’t it follow that how we think about and treat the mundane tasks that fill our lives have vast influence on what our future lives ultimately look like? Perhaps what mat-ters most about us is not what we do or accomplish (i.e., that next great adventure), but rather it is the person we become. And the person we become is shaped by the daily texture of our ordi-nary lives. A great way to help make the present count is to try some of the following: 1. Have a clear vision of the kind of person you want to become. This will have the greatest bearing on how you spend your time.

2. Practice simplicity. Invest your time into the things that help you accomplish your vision. If what you’re doing doesn’t help you achieve your vision, maybe it is something you should give up.

3. Practice mindfulness. Take account of what you are thankful for and the experience of the present moment. Perhaps enjoying the experience of being at a park with your family, or sa-voring the taste of au-

thentic Italian pasta. Whatever it may be, make it a habit to pause and experience the present and be thankful for what is good.

4. Prepare for the future. Being mindful of the present doesn’t mean you should check out. It just means don’t obsess over it so much that you miss out on the present. The future is com-ing one way or another!

If you would ever like to sit down and talk about things like this, or anything else for that matter, I or one of my Chaplain cohorts would love to meet with you! As always, anything that you share with a Chaplain is 100% confidential. Buona giornata!

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 community is strongly encouraged to leave contact information when submitting comments. This ensures that a response will come directly to you. 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 Sug-

gestion Box is NOT a forum for mean-spirited attacks.

Anonymous comments will be published only if they benefit the greater community at large. * If you submit a "BZ" about a specific person or department, PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR NAME in order to ensure comment authenticity and therefore publicly 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".

Interactive Customer Evaluation Comment Regarding Barracks Power Outage:

The power went off in the barracks yesterday and there were no safety lights in the entire stairwell near room 113/114. It was very unsafe and should be addressed.

Response:

Thank you for taking time to letting us know about this safety issue. In response to your comment, the Unaccompanied Housing team tested all the emergency lights in the barracks, including the stairwells near rooms 113/114. All emergency lights in NAS I barracks were found to be fully functioning and provided reasonable brightness and coverage. Emergency lights in NAS II barracks were also checked and found to be working, and there is an ongoing project to upgrade the emergency lights so that they stay on longer. New emergency lights installed in the buildings stay on up to 1.5 hours from outage. Old units stay on for 30 minutes, and Public Works is scheduled to replace these in May. I apologize for the inconvenience. As a reminder, all residents should be prepared for emergencies including power outages, which are common in Sicily.

For a faster response to any issue related to your stay in Unaccompanied Housing, after hours assistance is available through resident advisors and duty complex managers. During business hours, building managers are available. Their contact information is provided on the resident handbook and posted on entryway bulletin boards. For further assistance, please contact NASSIG-HousingUHDirector@eu.navy.mil or call DSN 624-4075.

Comment Regarding Parking Structure PT:

Recently a unit has chosen the top deck of a NAS II AIMD parking structure (Building 414) as an area to PT in the mornings. Personnel are typically interspersed between parked cars and spread out across multiple driving lanes. This is both hazardous and an inappropriate location to conduct unit PT as personnel are placed in an unnecessary risky situation when drivers are entering the parking area. Is this parking structure a designated unit PT area? If so, please post signage accordingly to allow drivers the appropriate notice that personnel may be conducting PT and to take proper precautions. If not, please notify units of areas that are approved/designated to conduct group PT.

Response:

Thank you for bringing this situation to my attention. You are correct, that parking garage is an inappropriate location for PT. It represents a safety hazard to those exercising as well as placing drivers in precarious positions. PT at the Building 414 parking garage is forbidden, and personnel that conduct any future PT there will be subject to discipline from the base commanding officer.

Comment Regarding NAS I Connections:

Is Frazier’s/Connections ever open? Every time I walk past it is boarded up.

Is it an old restaurant that didn't work? Or is it a new restaurant that has yet to open? It would be great to have a sit down restaurant or place to get a drink on base especially for people like me who work at the hospital.

Response:

Thank you for your inquiry. Frazier's, also known as Connections, is a MWR Recreational lounge that used to be open three days a week (Thurs - Sat). It is a place for people to play games and have a drink but it was never a facility that served food. Over the years, many attempts to attract more patrons took place including open mic nights, trivia nights, etc. In June 2018, the decision was made to close Connections for the summer due to the low average nightly sales of $50 and because there is a duplicate service at the nearby Midtown bowling alley.

Currently, Connections is available for private parties and it is open on Thursdays for Bingo nights. Its hours of operation can be found on all entrance doors.

The need for a sit down restaurant on base has been brought to our attention in the past, but the base has had little success in attracting vendors that are willing to compete with the restaurants found right outside the gate and at Marinai. In fact, the building that Connections is in now used to be an Applebee's that went out of business just a few years. If you have any additional questions about Connections, please contact the MWR Business Activities Manager, Anne Connor, at DSN 624-0502 or anne.connor@eu.navy.mil.

Comment Regarding Spouse Info: Is there a NAS Sigonella spouses page?

Thank you, Bernie Ratliff

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Name: Sergeant Jason MacGillivary Department: NATO Alliance Ground Surveillance Senior Imagery Analyst Hometown: Orlando, Florida Over the past few years, there has been a lot of buzz around Naval Air Station Sigonella as the NATO Alliance Ground Surveillance (AGS) command continues to build. At the core of AGS’s mission is the ability to provide surveillance and data to be shared and accessed by all 29 nations of NATO simultaneously. Imagery processing and analysis is integral to command operations and soldiers like Sgt. Jason MacGillivary are leading the way as mission capabilities ramp up.

Being a part of a brand new command isn’t always easy, and it gets even

more complex when it combines military organizations from across the globe. It takes a lot of flexibility, constant communication, and perseverance to combine the traditions and processes of 29 nations into one streamlined operation.

Many times, orders and information can get lost in translation and tasks have to be verified to make sure the command is moving forward with maximum efficiency. But as the command grows and the deadline to mission readiness comes closer, many positions are still being unfilled, leaving most service members with double duty.

MacGillivary is no exception. As a senior imagery analyst, MacGillivary oversees the processing, exploitation, and dissemination of raw and processed data. He identifies changes, movements,

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Response:

There is currently no NAS Sigonella Spouse page. However, there are several Facebook pages that are valuable resources for spouses to access official base information: NAS Sigonella official page: www.facebook.com/nassigonella MWR Sigonella: www.facebook.com/SIGONELLAMWR AFN Sigonella: www.facebook.com/afnsigonella Housing Department: www.facebook.com/HousingSigonella Religious Ministries: www.facebook.com/NavalAirStationSigonellaChapel In addition, the best contact specifically for spouses is their command’s ombudsman. Below is a list of the current ombudsmen along with their contact information.

NASSIG: Savannah Kentzell, 335 580 1269, ombudsman. nassig@gmail.com CNEDETMAST: Paul Blanco, 340 645 6328, cnedetmast. ombudsman@gmail.com

and patterns of life for AGS missions and provides follow-on analysis of other ingested data to be utilized by all NATO AGS forces and operations. He describes the experience as challenging yet rewarding. When AGS is consistently flying and collecting surveillance, Soldiers, Airmen and Sailors like MacGillivary will be the heart of NATO AGS’s mission.

MacGillivary also leads two junior soldiers in the NATO Forces Operations Wing, Imagery Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Squadron. On top of that and his normal duties, MacGillivary maintains the constantly fluctuating roster for U.S. Army forces in Sigonella, acts as a Defense Travel System reviewer, a terminal area security officer, and also acts as the primary point of contact for the U.S. Battlefield Information Collection and Exploitation System, BICES. When the pressure cooker isn’t at full heat, MacGillivary is enjoying his time in Italy.

“It’s great to connect with all 29—soon to be 30—nations in NATO. I get to work for a chief master sergeant in the Turkish Airforce and his boss is a German lieutenant colonel.”

As the youngest of three children, MacGillivary was born in Manila and grew up with his older brother and sister in Orlando, Florida. MacGillivary joined the Army while in college to help his family back in Florida. He was first stationed in Fort Bliss, Texas before transferring to NATO AGS in June 2017. Though his older brother is also in the Army, he doesn’t want to follow in his brother’s footsteps. Five years later, the sergeant is forging his own path and enjoying the freedom it brings.

“It’s great. I’m 24. I have zero debt. I get to travel and have friends from every nation here,” said MacGillivary.

AIMD: Neo Gottal, 349 978 9960, sig.aimd.ombudsman@ gmail.com NAVHOSP: Chona Corteza, 335 578 8091, navalhospitalombudsman@gmail.com NCTS: Dorothy Cuccaro, 335 599 8561, nctssicilyombudsman@gmail.com NCTS: Mandalyn Gilles, 335 599 8561, nctssicilyombudsman@gmail.com 7th RS: Codie Seier, 348 983 8960, globalhawkks@gmail. com 7th RS: Ashanti Taylor, 348 117 4092, globalhawkks@ gmail.com FLC: Ilaha Abdula, ombudsman.fls@gmail.com ETC: Vacant, etd.ombudsman@gmail.com CTF-67: Katie Karaffa, 335 841 7163, ombudsmanctf@ gmail.com PSD: Amanda Hendrix, 346 780 9545, psdsigonella. omubdsman@gmail.com NAVFAC EURAFSWA: Contessa Larsen, 335 831 4497, navfaceurafswa.ombudsman.2018@gmail.com NMCANT DET: Shannon Van Dyke, 347 531 0563, nmcsigonella.ombudsman@gmail.com

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Sigonella Swordfish Shine at Short-Distance Championships petition was friendly but fierce, and the difference between a first or second place finish often came down to mere fractions of a second on the touch pad. And yet, once races ended, that competitive spirit dissipated to reveal the enduring friendships that had developed over time; swimmers reached across lane lines to extend congratulatory handshakes, hugs, or to offer a complimentary “good race” to their competitors.

From the first starting buzzer to the final referee whistle, the Swordfish put on a brilliant display of speed, finesse,

and sportsmanship. With each successive race, swimmer after swimmer touched the wall in times faster than they had Thirty-two Sigonella Swordfish swam all season. In total, the Swordfish swimmers packed their bags to travel to brought home 13 gold medals, 11 silver the National Swim Centre in Eindhoven, medals, and nine bronze medals.

Netherlands for the final short distance Seniors Hannah Davis, Jordan Barchampionship meet of the season the cenas, and Trey Pennington finished the first weekend of March. They joined over season by netting a total of eleven medals 430 other European Forces Swim League and ribbons, including one silver (Barathletes to determine who the fastest cenas) and one bronze (Pennington). swimmers were in 50 to 400m races.

Equally as impressive, Davis set a record As the Swordfish swimmers have for continuity as a Swordfish swimmer, demonstrated all season, they didn’t disfinishing a 10-year history swimming for appoint their rivals or their fans. ComSigonella.

In the 15-16 age group, Alyah Perkins won three medal wins in her events. David Goodwin led the boys’ 13-14 age group with an impressive record, winning five gold and two silver medals, the pentathlete trophy for fastest overall times throughout the season, and the high-points winner trophy for fastest overall times during the championship meet. Giada D’Ignoti represented the girls’ 13-14 age group, winning two gold, three silver, and one bronze among her eight medals. These two also worked together with Joaquin Torres and Sigonella Swordfish participate in the Parade of Teams prior to the start of the European Forces Swim League Allison Havard to earn short distance championship meet. (Photo by Jason Ruppert) a bronze in the mixed

By Capt. Brice Goodwin

13-14 age group 200-meter relay.

In the 11-12 age group, Josh Jarosz, Charlie White, and Keeley Webster showed what it takes to be winners; Jarosz raced to three medal wins in his events; White laid claim to an astounding 30+ second drop across three of his events; and Webster won five bronze medals.

Teagan Rhodes, Braydon DeBoer, and Jake Jennings claimed a total of 18 medals in the 9-year-old age group, including a 5th place finish for Rhodes in her 50-meter backstroke, a third-place finish for DeBoer in his 50-meter butterfly stroke, and eight top finishes for Jennings, including the high-points winner trophy. Avery DeBoer finished out the roster in the girls’ 8 & under group, bringing home three medal wins, including a silver in her 50-meter backstroke.

Head Coach Molly Fuselier and Assistant Coach Jacob praised all of the Swordfish swimmers for the dedication, performance, and motivation shown regardless of whether they earned a medal, ribbon, or congratulatory high-five for a race well-swum. The coaches had a lot to be proud of themselves by racing to a fourth place finish out of sixteen teams and twenty-five coach relays, showcasing their life-long passion for swimming.

A final note of gratitude goes to the Sigonella Chief Petty Officers Association for their generous financial donation that was used to offset the cost of fees associated with the pool rental. Their support of the team ensures that these swimmers will be back on the pool deck at the start of the next season to continue to show that the mighty Swordfish are a team to watch.

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Sigonella Celebrates International Women’s Day

By ET2 Rebecca Moore NATO Alliance Ground Surveillance Force

Service members of all branches and local nationals gathered outside of Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella’s galley to take part in the installation’s International Women’s Day event March 8. This year’s event emphasized the influential women that impact our daily lives inside and outside the military.

The U.S. Navy recognizes the important contributions of the many historic women who have served our military with annual celebrations across the fleet during the month of March. At NAS Sigonella’s event, the command’s heritage and diversity committee hosted a

ceremony at the Ristorante Bella Etna galley and celebrated afterwards with a cake-cutting ceremony and a special galley breakfast.

Chief Air Traffic Controller Dennisha Jernigan kicked off the event by giving an overview of the history of International Women’s Day (IWD), which began in 1911.

“International Women’s Day continues to be a powerful platform globally that unifies tenacity and drives action for gender parity, while celebrating the social, cultural, economic, and political achievements of women,” said Jernigan.

The installation’s judge advocate Lt. Jason Thelen spoke next, discussing the great matriarchs in his family

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Eric Steele speaks during a special galley breakfast commemorating International Women’s Day, March 8. (U.S. Navy photo by Electronics Technician 2nd Class Rebecca Moore)

and learning from them how to lead with love. Thelen also told a story of a student of his wife’s who is setting an example for all ages. When the young girl beat the boys at a foot race on the playground, one of the boys responded with the typical insult “You run like a girl” to which she simply replied “thank you,” treating it instead as a great compliment.

Thelen concluded with a call to action: “The next generation doesn’t have to have the stereotypes that we hear, see, and unconsciously foster in our society.”

Following Thelen, Lt. Col. Eric “Blu” Steele, flying squadron commander for NATO Alliance Ground Surveillance Force (AGS), spoke about the impact that influential women have had on his military career. Steele acknowledged the history that is being made right here at Sigonella by recognizing the first female senior enlisted advisor, Chief Master Sergeant Heather Stenberg, and other groundbreaking women of NATO AGS. Steele also talked about the pride he has had in watching his wife’s career, who broke barriers in her own family by becoming the first person to attend and graduate from college and the first to become an officer in the U.S. military.

The final speaker of the morning was Italian Air Force Col. Stefano Bianca, the deputy force commander for NATO AGS. Bianca discussed the importance of IWD in celebrating women’s political, social and economic victories in history, as well as reminding the audience of the discrimination and violence some women still fight every day in too many parts of the world.

Bianca also told the inspirational story of Italian Air Force Capt. Mariangela Valentini, the very first fast-jet female pilot in Italy’s Tornado GR1 fleet. Due to her gender, she faced discrimination and harassment during her initial years in the Air Force.

Bianca closed with a heartfelt thanks to female service members and a quote from Oscar Wilde that speaks to the unlimited capacity for success that women have.

“Give a woman an adequate chance, and there is nothing she cannot do!” remarked Bianca.

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Ramacca Artichoke Festival Returns in April

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VP-26 Volunteers Meet With Merchant Navy High School Students

By Alberto Lunetta NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

Sigonella artichoke lovers will be happy to hear that Ramacca’s annual “Sagra del Carciofo” (artichoke festival) will return in April offering events, food, live music, folklore parades, and tours of local archeological sites. The 29th edition of Sagra del Carciofo will be held on the weekends of April 5-7 and 12-14 in nearby Ramacca.

To celebrate the artichoke, the festival features town band performances, live evening music, folklore parades, arts and crafts stands, and a cooking contest. Artichoke-based culinary specialties will include “pasta or risotto con carciofi e ricotta o zucca gialla” (pasta or risotto with artichokes with ricotta cheese or pumpkin), “carciofi gratinati” (artichokes au gratin), “cacucciulata” (grilled artichokes), “frittata di carciofi e verdure” (omelet with artichokes and vegetables), and “salsicce al cuore di carciofo” (pork sausages stuffed with artichokes). Cakes and ice cream made with the Violetto Ramacchese artichoke are also prepared.

The Teramo, the other artichoke variety present in the Ramacca area, is typically prepared only as salad. Festival visitors can buy other local products such as cheeses, blood oranges, and ceramics, as well as sample Ramacca’s renowned bread “pane di Ramacca.” For more information including detailed festival schedules, visit https://www.facebook.com/comunediramacca.

The Italian word for artichoke, “carciofo,” comes from the Arabic word “al-quarshuf.” It is a thistle-like plant that originated in the Mediterranean region over 2000 years ago. Ancient Greeks and Romans loved artichokes. Roman writer Pliny wrote that artichokes were delicacies, which were enjoyed only by the upper classes. An artichoke recipe even appears in the writings of Roman chef Apicius.

During the Middle Ages, Arabs cultivated artichokes in Sicily, Southern Spain, and North Africa. Historic chronicles tell that in the 16th century, noblewoman Catherine de Medici brought with her chefs and artichokes to the French court after she married King Henry II. In 1806, French immigrants who settled in Louisiana then brought artichokes to the United States.

The artichoke industry is an important part of the culture and the economy of Ramacca, making it the main source of employment. Ramacca’s economy is mainly rural; farmers grow oranges, olives, cereals, legumes, and vineyards, but artichokes are the primary crop in the agricultural economy. Two main varieties are cultivated there: Violetto Ramacchese and the larger Teramo variety. Ramacca also boasts the nickname of “Bread Capital” for its mouthwatering pane (bread), which is still baked the old way using stone ovens fueled by wood.

Ramacca, which is located on the edge of the southwestern plain of Catania, about 30 minutes west of NAS II, was founded at the beginning of the eighteenth century. In 1709, the son of the manor of Ramacca, Ottavio Gravina, was granted permission to begin the construction of the town. Besides the cultivation of the fine “violet artichoke” which is famous throughout Italy, wheat has traditionally been the main product. In recent years, some farmers have created new varieties of wheat such as Margherito. Sheep farming and dairy production are also an important part of the town’s economy.

Ramacca has archeological sites that date back to the Paleolithic. They were first excavated in the 1950s when archeologists found a large number of flint tools, animal bones, and human burials. The main site, “La Montagna”, is located at the top of Mount Ramacca (559 meters) and houses a necropolis of caves and the remains of an ancient Greek town (8th Century BC) named Erjke. Some of the fragments of pottery and ceramics found in this site are currently on display at the local Archeological Museum.

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A crew of volunteers assigned to Naval Air Station Sigonella from the “Tridents” of Patrol Squadron (VP) 26 visited the Riposto Istituto Tecnico Nautico "Luigi Rizzo," a high school for students who want to have a career at sea in the Italian merchant marines or navy. The event was part of the ongoing base community relations program held at Sicilian schools. The visit gave students the chance to learn about the P-8A Poseidon capabilities and the features of the main U.S. Navy ships.

Students in turn demonstrated the school's ship simulator. (Photo by Alberto Lunetta)

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Department of the Navy Releases Fiscal Year 2020 Budget From the Office of the Navy Chief of Information

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Department of the Navy (DON) submitted its Fiscal Year 2020 (FY20) budget request to Congress today, March 12.

The $205.6 billion (Base and Overseas Contingency Operations (OCO)) request is part of the $718 billion (Base and OCO) defense budget, which President Donald Trump submitted to Congress March 11.

Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Budget, Rear Adm. Randy Crites, briefed media during a Department of Defense press conference on the Navy and Marine Corps portion of the budget.

“This year’s budget submission reflects the best possible balance of available resources to build a bigger, better and more ready Navy and Marine Corps team to strengthen the Navy the nation needs,” Crites said. “The FY2020 funding invests in our people and demonstrates our commitment to providing the capacity and capabilities needed to fight and win in this new era of great power competition.”

The FY20 budget represents an increase of 4.8 percent over the FY19 enacted budget (Base and OCO). The increased funding will help to restore the Navy’s competitive advantage by building on previous investments in readiness and lethality in support of strengthening the Navy and Marine Corps team's contribution to the Joint Force.

This year’s budget takes a balanced approach to force structure growth by making targeted investments in readiness and capabilities. The FY20 budget not only supports more ships, submarines, aircraft, people and additional special operations forces but also provides the right mix of small and large surface combatants, submarines, aircraft and unmanned platforms needed to meet the requirements of combatant commanders.

The budget provides for a deployable battle force of 301 ships in FY20. This supports 11 aircraft carriers and 10 big deck amphibious ships that serve as the foundation upon which the Navy’s carrier and amphibious ready groups are based. This year’s budget request funds 12 new-construction battle force ships in FY20, including one aircraft carrier (CVN), three Nuclear Attack Submarines (SSNs), three guidedmissile destroyers (DDGs), one future guided-missile frigate (FFG(X)), two Fleet Replenishment Oilers (TAOs) and two Towing, Salvage and Rescue ships (TATSs), as well as two Large Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs); and, 55 battle force ships/10 Large USVs across the Future Years Defense Program (FYDP).

A talented, driven and well-trained military and civilian workforce is essential for warfighting success, and the Navy’s most critical asset is its dedicated personnel. This year’s budget supports an increase in end strength by 5,100 in FY20, and allows for a 3.1 percent pay raise to better support quality of life for Sailors, Marines and their families, in alignment with

the Employment Cost Index.

The re-emergence of great power competition demands that the Navy invests in superior, innovative and leap-ahead technologies to increase lethality.

The Navy cannot expect success fighting tomorrow’s conflicts with yesterday’s weapons. To maintain a competitive advantage, this year’s budget targets the development of long-range hypersonic strike, unmanned aircraft and vessels, and additional capabilities aligned with the Future Force.

In this year’s budget, Research & Development increases 9.5 percent over FY19, supporting innovative capabilities in shipbuilding, Columbia-class development, aviation (F-35), weapons, hypersonics, NextGen Jammer, unmanned systems, Navy laser family of systems, digital warfare, applied artificial intelligence and big-data analytics. These technological advancements are crucial to maintaining the Navy’s competitive advantage.

Networked forces that protect, collect and share information enable increased readiness and lethality.

The budget request prioritizes the development of resilient, survivable, federated networks and information ecosystems from the tactical level up to strategic planning.

A healthy industrial base is a key enabler of Navy

readiness, and this year’s budget submission supports industry by providing the consistency and predictability needed to retain the highly skilled workers who fulfill shipbuilding orders efficiently and affordably.

Continuing to minimize the backlog of deferred readiness, procurement and modernization is also a priority for this year’s budget, which requests funding for increased training and flight hours.

In addition to supporting the Navy’s critical personnel, platforms and programs, the FY20 budget demonstrates the Department of the Navy’s (DON) commitment to reforming business processes and driving efficiencies to increase speed, improve value and support the warfighter. The budget provides funding in support of adopting agile business models and technologies, removing layers of overhead, flattening organizations, and applying data-driven decision making helps the Fleet build readiness.

Highlights of the fiscal year 2020 DON budget submission may be viewed at: http://navylive.dodlive. mil/2019/03/12/department-of-the-navy-fiscal-year20-budget/ The FY20 DON budget proposal may be viewed at: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/fmc/fmb/Pages/Fiscal-Year-2020.aspx

WASHINGTON (March 13, 2019) A U.S. Navy graphic depicting the fiscal year 2020 budget request for the Department of the Navy (DON) as submitted to Congress. The $205.6 billion request (Base + Overseas Contingency Operations) represents a 4.8 percent increase from the fiscal year 2019 enacted budget. (U.S. Navy graphic by Kirsten M. Sisson/Released)

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Sigonella Students Compete in Regional Science and Humanities Symposium

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Healthy Eating Month Part 2

From Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center

Sigonella Middle-High School students Munro Manning, Nicholas Schlosser, and William Rajaei, competed March 6-8 at the European region’s Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS) in Riedstadt, Germany. After tough competition, seniors Manning and Schlosser placed second and third in the oral presentation category. As a result, they will now compete at the JSHS National competition April 24-28 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A special thanks goes to Ms. McCauley and Ms. Arnold, chemistry and science teachers, for their mentorship and guidance. (Photo by Gosia Schlosser)

Week 3: Learn how to practice mindful eating so you can achieve a long-term healthy eating lifestyle.

A healthy eating plan limits foods with added fats, sugar, and sodium while emphasizing nutrient-rich foods and beverages, such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and fat-free or low- fat milk and milk products. It also includes eating lean meats and poultry, seafood, eggs, beans and peas, and nuts and seeds for protein. These foods also reduce your risk of developing heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and several types of cancer, as well as help you maintain a healthy body weight. Plan your meals before you go to the grocery store, and choose foods that provide you with quality energy for the least amount of calories. Stay attentive to your behavior while eating and only eat when you are hungry.

Week 4: Include regular exercise in your daily routine to complement healthy eating for an active life.

Paired with proper nutrition, exercise helps you maintain a healthy lifestyle. If you don’t work out regularly, it’s not too late to start! Try brisk walking, swimming, or bicycling. Aim for 150- 250 minutes of moderate intensity exercise every week to reduce chronic disease factors and prevent weight gain, or 250-300 minutes of moderate intensity exercise every week to lose weight and keep it off. Prepare to eat right for peak performance before and after you exercise, and be informed on supplement use. If you already live an active lifestyle, you may be looking for an additional challenge. Whether it is strength training, building endurance, or rehabilitating, Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling System (NOFFS) has programs you can use today.

Resources: National Nutrition Month® Toolkit: www.nationalnutritionmonth.org Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Website: EatRight.org.

USDA “Choose My Plate” Website: www.choosemyplate. gov Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center “Bite into a Healthy Lifestyle.”: http://www.med.navy.mil/sites/nmcphc

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New Community Theater Group Holds First Performance

By Jeanne Ragonese

Even though the brand new community theater group, the Sigonella Players, just started in January, after their performance of playwright David Ive’s “Sure Thing” on March 7 and 8, they are now unforgettable in the minds of the Sigonella community.

They performed at the NAS I Midtown Theater to packed crowds on both nights.

The Sigonella Players is an MWRsponsored community theater group for ages 18 that the actors practiced for about a month before performing.

This has been a fun and challenging activity for those new to working on and off-stage, as well as actors and stage technicians. Working in small groups with the casts on their individual pieces, it was a great opportunity to meet new people. The Players’ diverse mixture of active duty service members, spouses, and civilians working at Naval Air Station Sigonella provided a chance to make friends with folks whose paths might not have crossed otherwise, In addition to the fun of performing in front an enthusiastic hometown crowd, the Sigonella Players are ex-

Members of the Sigonella Players hold their first performances, presenting playwright David Ive’s “Sure Thing,” at the NAS I Midtown Theater March 7-8, 2019. (Photo by Ivan Messina)

cited to be the first U.S. Naval Base to be represented at the 2019 U.S. Army and IMCOM Tournament of Plays. A military tradition for over 25 years, the tournament consists of American theater groups located throughout Europe on Army, Air Force, and now, Navy bases.

A team of theater professionals from the U.S., Canada, and Europe

attended Sigonella’s March 8 performance and offered critiques and suggestions to the actors and backstage crew. The next day, the team put on free theater workshops to anyone interested in the trade.

The Players hope that Sure Thing is just the start of lots of theater fun for both the participants and audiences to come!

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U.S. and Italian Women in Uniform Join

By Janine Scianna NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

PATERNÓ, Sicily (March 8, 2019) Artwork made by middle school students at the Don Milani Institute decorates the auditorium during an International Women’s Day event. A community relations event showcasing the contributions of female Italian and U.S. armed forces personnel was held on International Women’s Day at the school. (U.S. Navy photo by Janine Scianna)

PATERNÓ, Sicily (March 8, 2019) Female service members stationed at Naval Air Station Sigonella stand at attention while the U.S. national anthem is played at a community relations event. The event showcased the contributions of female Italian and U.S. armed forces personnel and was held on International Women’s Day at the Don Milani Institute Middle School.

(U.S. Navy photo by Janine Scianna)

International Women's Day (IWD) is held on March 8 every year and is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.

The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.

There was no better way to celebrate IWD locally than for the U.S. to join its host nation in recognizing the important role that women in uniform have played in both countries. Female service members and law enforcement officers from the U.S. and Italy gathered at the Don Milani Institute Middle School in Paternó, Sicily March 8 to inspire the students to strive for gender equality.

A diverse delegation of women assigned to Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella demonstrated the full picture of gender equality in the U.S. armed forces, with Sailors from the security department and the U.S Naval Hospital Sigonella, and Airmen from the 7th Reconnaissance Squadron (Global Hawk).

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PATERNÓ, Sicily (March 8, 2019) Dr. Alberto Lunetta, director of Naval Air Station Sigonella's community relations program, gives an overview of the history of female contributions to the U.S. military. A community relations event showcasing the contributions of female Italian and U.S. armed forces personnel was held on International Women's Day at the Don Milani Institute Middle School. (U.S. Navy photo by Janine Scianna)

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on what it means to her to wear a uniform for her country. Woman after woman had a story to tell, and each was unique. Yet they all painted a story of feeling pride and working hard to conquer gender and lifestyle stereotypes. To see so many successful, dedicated women in one room was an inspiration to everyone in attendance, and a great lesson for the students.

Paternó Mayor Nino Naso and Don Milani Principal Carmelo Santagati both gave remarks on the importance of celebrating IWD and the growing parity that women are beginning to achieve in the country of Italy. Santagati, whose school has a large contingency of female students, commented on how critical education is to promote gender equality.

“Today’s celebration is a symbol of the emancipation of girls and women. From a young age, I am trying to promote the inclusion of all social classes. At early ages, we need to stimulate the belief that anyone is capable of pursuing careers like these women,” said Santagati.

PATERNÓ, Sicily (March 8, 2019) Dr. Alberto Lunetta, director of Naval Air Station Sigonella’s community relations program, and female service members assigned to NAS Sigonella are interviewed by an Italian journalist during a community relations event. The event showcased the contributions of female Italian and U.S. armed forces personnel and was held on International Women’s Day at the Don Milani Institute Middle School. (U.S. Navy photo by Janine Scianna)

PATERNÓ, Sicily (March 8, 2019) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Maureen Logrono speaks about why she chose to serve in the U.S. military during a community relations event. The event showcased the contributions of female Italian and U.S. armed forces personnel and was held on International Women’s Day at the Don Milani Institute Middle School. (U.S. Navy photo by Janine Scianna)

PATERNÓ, Sicily (March 8, 2019) Female Italian and U.S. armed forces personnel and guest speakers gather for a community relations event at the Don Milani Institute Middle School.

The event showcased the contributions of female Italian and U.S. armed forces personnel and was held on International Women’s Day at the school. (U.S. Navy photo by Janine Scianna)

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New Community Theater Group Holds First Performance

By MWR Fitness, ACE Fitness, and Justin Robinson

You may have been training for this weekend’s annual MWR Base to Base 7.6 Mile or Half Marathon races. Now that the weather is turning to spring and you have taken up the hobby of recreational running, it is important to consider best practices when it running.

For too many reasons to list, running is an amazing exercise. However, running can also lead to injury. Before you run, take your joints through a greater than normal range of motion, through various planes of motion and speeds. Mobilize your muscles and joints, and then stabilize and activate. Eat some food, drink some fluids, follow the game plan and have some fun. Here are a few tips on how to prep for cardiovascular training.

Part I – The Essential Mobility/Stability Runner’s Circuit Forward Lunge to Hamstring Stretch - Start with feet hip-width apart. Lunge forward on the right leg and reach both hands just in front of the right knee, while keeping your left knee straight. Step back until your right heel aligns with your left toes. Lock out your right knee as you push your hips back and bend your left knee (make sure to keep the left foot flat). Reach both hands toward your right toes (you should feel a stretch in the hamstring and calf).

Crossover Lateral Lunge - Start with your feet hip-width apart. Step your right leg over to the left side of your body, a few inches outside of your left foot. Bend both knees and reach your hands toward the floor (to knee height or lower). Stand up tall and return to the starting position. Step the left foot to the right side and continue to repeat five to 10 reps with each leg. The crucial part of this exercise is keeping the rear foot flat on the floor. This will help the heel go through eversion—a movement that is essential to proper running gait.

Single-leg Squat to Knee Drive - Balance on your left foot. Squat down as you reach your right leg behind you (toe touch with the right leg for balance, if necessary). Keep your weight through your left heel. Stand up tall and drive your right knee up to your chest. Complete five slow reps on each leg and finish by pulling the knee to the chest and holding for a 3-count. Complete five fast reps and finish with a knee drive and arm swing.

Always include a mobility or stability exercise based on your individual needs—in other words, the weak links in your chain. It is easy and comfortable to do what you are good at—the real challenge is spending time on your weaknesses. After completing this circuit, move on to the transitional portion of the warm-up, which can include skips, bounds, leg kicks, agility exercises, or striders.

Part II – Nutrition and Mental Prep Nutrition - Start every run properly fueled and hydrated. A routine food and drink prescription does not exist, so know your body and select foods and fluids that work well for you. Or use your training runs to experiment with different pre- and post-workout nutrition plans.

Mental Prep - Have a game plan for your run. Understand where you are in your overall program, the goal for the day and how achieving that goal will help you in the long run (pun intended). As with your warm-up, focus on one or two aspects for improvement (posture, breathing, pacing, stride rate/length, for example).

See you all on the track!

"ENERGY" continued from Page 1 over 14,000 interior fixtures in 53 building on both bases, and nearly all exterior fixtures.

Remote HVAC Building Control Currently, NAS Sigonella Public Works can remotely monitor and regulate the heating and cooling of 72 buildings. This technology provides significant savings by tailoring temperatures to ideal, energy efficient settings. The contractor will improve and expand this existing monitoring system to most buildings.

HVAC Motor Upgrades Electric motors are mainly used in the heating and in the cooling systems of most of the buildings in NAS Sigonella. Their average efficiency is currently 85 percent, but more modern motors are now achieving efficiency ratings of 95 percent. During this project, 80 electric motors will be upgraded to this more efficient technology and the installation will experience significant savings.

Construction Timeline Of course, a construction project of this magnitude will also come along with some temporary inconveniences, particularly on NAS I. Half of the parking lot between the CDC building and the hospital will be closed for 18 months starting in late March, as this space will become the staging ground for the solar panel construction project.

The parking lot in front of the NEX and commissary will be partially closed for about one year starting in late spring as the solar panels get installed in phases. At any given time, approximately 25 percent of the lot will be unavailable.

For light fixture replacement, building tenants will be given advance notice for when Public Works staff will install LED replacement fixtures. The inconvenience for this project should be fairly minimal.

As always, the patience and understanding of Sig citizens is greatly appreciated. There have been many large-scale construction projects on base and your patience will go a long way toward making NAS Sigonella even more environmentally responsible than it already is.

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NAS SIGONELLA Traffic Report: 6MAR19 - 20MAR19

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 at PT, working out at the gym, or have just been engaged in any physical activity where you or your clothing has become soiled or sweaty you will be turned around at the door.

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COMMUNITY PAGE All Hands Announcements:

MVRO ROAD TAX PROCEDURAL UPDATE

USO PROGRAM AND VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR OPEN POSITION

Command, Department or Organization: Motor Vehicle Registration Office/Security Department Date of Event: Effective immediately Location of Event: MVRO BLDG 724- NAS2, Room EG12 Point of Contact Name: MA1 (EXW) Merritt, Kevin - MVRO Director Point of Contact Phone Number: 624-5275 Point of Contact Email Address: kevin.merritt@eu.navy.mil / nassigmvro@ eu.navy.mil Additional Information: In an effort to simplify the vehicle information updating process and to help prevent deactivation issues with the NEX Gas Card, MVRO is reworking its current Road Tax policy, which only allowed members to pay annual fees on secondary vehicles. To help align registered vehicle expirations, MVRO will now be accepting Road Taxes to expire with primary vehicle expiration of Safety Inspection, Insurance or both at the members' discretion.

Members are responsible for managing the expiration of vehicle Insurance and Safety Inspections. This policy change will help minimize visits to the MVRO, while ensuring Fuel Rations do not get suspended via MVRO. Please be aware that each Road Tax transaction less than one year will be subject to a 'split payment' fee of approximately 4 Euros. Members are still able to pay road tax annually if they do not want extra fees. For questions or concerns please contact MVRO at 624-5275 or email nassigmvro@eu.navy.mil

Command, Department or Organization: Religious Ministries Department Date of Event: 14/15 MAR Time of Event: 0900-1500 Location of Event: NAS 2 Chapel Point of Contact Name: Richard Graves Point of Contact Phone Number: 624-3975 Point of Contact Email Address: Richard.Graves.CTR@eu.navy.mil Additional Information: ASIST will help participants intervene in suicide related behavior by teaching them suicide first aid and how to develop a safety plan for the person they are caring for. Register through the CREDO Sigonella Facebook page, or call the chapel at 624-3975 or Richard.Graves.CTR@eu.navy.mil. For more information on ASIST visit www.livingworks.net/programs/asist. Additional workshops will be held on 16/17 May, 11/12 July, and 12/13 September 14/15.

We will hold customized ASIST workshops to fit your schedule if you have 15 or more participants

Sigonella Religious Ministries Department Worship Services NAS 1 Tuesday Protestant Women of the Chapel: 0900-1100 Daily Mass: 1130-1200 Chapel Youth Middle School: 1445-1615 AWANA: 1645-1900 Wednesday Protestant Men of the Chapel: Daily Mass:

0600-0700 1130-1200

Thursday Chapel Youth High School: 1330-1500 Choir Practice: 1545-1700 The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults: 1800-2030 Friday Daily Mass: 1130-1200 First Friday Mass and Holy Hour: 1700-1830

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

Saturday First Saturday Rosary and Mass:

1100-1200

Sunday Catholic Mass: 0900-1000 1045-1200 Catholic Religious Education: Protestant Service: 1100-1200 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints: 1330-1600

NAS 2 Tuesday AA: 1730-1830 Wednesday Protestant Women of the Chapel: 1830-2100 Thursday Daily Mass:

1130-1200

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 at PT, working out at the gym, or have just been engaged in any physical activity where you or your clothing has become soiled or sweaty you will be turned around at the door.

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GAMEZONE

Delicious Desserts

PARFAIT PASTRIES PAVLOVA PEACH COBBLER PINEAPPLE DELIGHT PLUM SQUARES RAISIN PUDDING RUM BALLS SORBET STRAWBERRY SHORT CAKE STRUDEL SUNDAE TIRAMISU TORTES TRIFLE

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AMBROSIA APPLE CRISP APPLE PIE BAKED ALASKA BAKLAVA BANANA SPLIT BREAD PUDDING BROWNIES BUTTER TARTS CARROT CAKE CHEESE CAKE CHOCOLATE CAKE CINNAMON ROLLS CREME BRULEE CREPES

DIFFICULT

Find and circle all of the desserts that are hidden in the grid.

The remaining letters spell a secret message.

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Eating Pasta in the Evening Helps Reduce Stress and Insomnia, Study Says

By ANSA/Vaaju.com/Webmed.com

Lovers of spaghetti and macaroni—do not be afraid to eat pasta at night! A recent study published in the scientific journal "The Lancet" concluded that eating a plate of pasta in the evening would be a good way to reduce stress and insomnia.

Researchers from Brigham and Women’s Boston Hospital found that consuming a reasonable portion (~1 cup) of pasta is beneficial. The consumption of pasta promotes the synthesis of insulin, which facilitates the absorption of serotonin-bound tryptophan (a neurotransmitter that regulates mood) and melatonin (sleep hormone), nutritionists explain.

This statement is based on a 2017 Australian study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, which argued that carbohydrates which quickly raise blood sugar (those with a high glycemic index) may hasten sleep, especially when eaten four hours before bedtime, the researchers report. The team, led by the University of Sydney's Dr. Chin Moi Chow, wasn’t able to determine an exact cause for this phenomenon, but they speculated, just like The Lancet’s study did, that such carbs raise tryptophan and serotonin levels.

Italian Food is the Most Popular Cuisine in the World, Survey Finds

By Fox News

There is so much great food in the world that it seems like it would be hard to narrow down what everyone’s favorite might be. However, a new survey has found that Italian food is the most popular cuisine in the world. Considering the popularity of pizza and pasta, it’s not hard to imagine this as a conclusion.

A survey by the market research firm YouGov found that 99 percent of Italians love Italian food, and over 90 percent of Spaniards, French, Swedes, and Brits favored Italian food above any other foreign cuisine. Ninety percent of Filipinos and Australians also agreed that Italian food was their favorite. In the United States, Italian food is the second most popular cuisine in America, behind American food.

The survey also found that Chinese food was the second most popular cuisine in the world, while Japanese cuisine ranked third. The least popular food in the world was technically Peruvian cuisine, but according to the survey’s authors, Peru was not surveyed. Had the study included Peruvian opinions, Finnish cuisine would likely have been the least popular.

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