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NAVSUP FLC Sigonella service members clean up Sicilian school
Part of a series, a Sexual Assault Prevention class was conducted for civilian employees at Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sept. 19. (U.S. Navy photo by Jackie Trembath)
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NAVSUP FLC Sigonella service members clean up local school alongside students, Sept. 20. (Photo by Lt.j.g. Kristin Lein) by LTJG Kristin Lein NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella
For the first time since 1959, volunteers from Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella participated in a community relations (COMREL) project in San Cristoforo, Catania. Twenty-three Sailors and Marines from NAS Sigonella NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) donated their time to clean up Cesare Battisti Elementary/Middle School in San Cristoforo, Sept. 20. All of the service members, as well as the students at the school, were excited to see the relationship between the two communities begin again. Wielding weed whackers, garbage bags and gloves, the NAVSUP team began the beautification of the school yard for the students. From chopping down trees to recycling, the group not only helped the environment at the school, but also provided the students tips on how they can recycle and help keep their school clean. In conjunction with the COMREL, the school also hosted a recycling demonstration with OIKOS, a local garbage company so that the students could see how the San Cristoforo community contributes to the recycling efforts. “I’m very happy because we worked together for a social goal," said Maria Paola Iaquinta, school principal.
"It’s a very important moment for our community, for our school community and for our city community.” Service members from NAVSUP FLC Sigonella, led by Lt. Cmdr. Brad Brooks and Lt. Rudy Mason, participate in numerous COMREL activities throughout the year in the local community and will now also continue to foster their relationship with the students of Cesare Battisti by returning to paint and care for the school in the Catania suburb. “This is the exact same sort of project we would participate in if we were back in the states, but it’s made even more important here because it fosters the relationship between the Sicilians and the American Sigonella family," said Mason. "We are not only in Sicily for our military duties, though that is obviously our first priority, but also to reinforce the strong relationship with our Italian allies.” As a symbol of gratitude, members of the second grade class at Cesare Battisti presented the NAS Sigonella Sailors and Marines with a handmade poster with the words “Thank You” written on it as well as illustrations of hands shaking - a representation of Italy and the United States and the bond between the school and the Sigonella military community.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who'll decide where to go ...” - Dr. Seuss
by Noreen Burke Fleet and Family Support Center Sexual Assault Prevention is a year-round effort. Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella has refocused efforts to send a clear, concise message that sexual assault is a crime. It will not be tolerated. Prevention is a communitywide effort and great strides have been made in recent months educating all levels of the military ranks and civilian employees. “Sexual violence in any form is vile," said NAS Sigonella’s Commanding Officer Capt. Christopher Dennis. "Today, we are on the leading edge of changing American culture and the Navy’s culture into one that abhors sexual violence. I am fully confident, years from now, our children and grandchildren will look back and not believe there was ever a time when the Navy and American cultures endured sexual violence.” A crucial part of sexual assault prevention is the bystander’s role. A sexual assault has consequences for the victim, their command and family/friends long after the incident. In some cases, sexual assault can be prevented when people take responsibility for each other and get involved when a friend is at risk. A bystander who does nothing doesn’t defend the values of safety, trust and honor that are central to our community. As members of the military community, we all have a responsibility to help each other. Avoid being a bystander! Intervene regardless of what others are doing and don’t be worried about being wrong; it is better to be wrong than to have done nothing at all. Sexual assault can be prevented by individuals, both male and female, who stay aware of potentially dangerous situations and elect to intervene before a sexual assault takes place. Stopping sexual assault in the military community requires everyone’s involvement. Be a leader, not a bystander! Learn how to recognize indications of potentially dangerous situations. Here are some examples of “red flag” behaviors related to sexual assault: Inappropriate touching or disregarding set boundaries, suggestive remarks, inappropriate intimacy, attempts to isolate someone, pressuring someone to drink, violent behaviors and targeting someone who is visibly impaired. If a situation makes us uncomfortable, we may try to dismiss it as not being a problem. We may tell ourselves that the other person will be fine, that he or she is not as intoxicated as we think, or that they are able to defend him/herself. This is not a solution! That person may need our help more than we think! PREVENTION continued on PAGE 5
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THE SIGNATURE U.S. NAVAL AIR STATION SIGONELLA Commanding Officer Capt. Chris Dennis Executive Officer Cmdr. Eric Vosler Command Master Chief CMDCM David Graham
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timothy.page@eu.navy.mil Communtiy Relations Officer Dott. Alberto Lunetta alberto.lunetta.it@eu.navy.mil Editor Jackie Trembath jackie.trembath@eu.navy.mil Staff Writers/Photographers MR1 Gary Spence gary.spence@eu.navy.mil MC2 Brian Glunt brian.glunt@eu.navy.mil MC3 Cameron Bramham cameron.bramham@eu.navy.mil CONTACT US Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sicily thesig@eu.navy.mil DSN 624-5440; 095-86-5440 PSC 812 Box 3020, FPO, AE 09627
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Safety in our community should be a primary concern. Last week, Captain Dennis, Command Master Chief Graham and I walked through many areas of the base in an effort to reduce the opportunities for sexual assault and other incidents. There were some issues we found that we will address, such as lighting and facilities discrepancies. However, everyone in our community plays a vital role in the security of our base. Following are three important tips to protect ourselves and our shipmates: - Bystander intervention remains a key in preventing sexual assault and this is a community effort. Even if you don’t personally know the folks that may be heading down the wrong path – don’t be afraid to intervene. - For those who live in the barracks, either Unaccompanied Housing (UH), Marine barracks or NGIS (rotational forces), remember to close all doors be-
hind you as you enter and exit your room and the buildings. This will help restrict access to unauthorized personnel. - Additionally, maybe obvious but often neglected, maintain situational awareness. If you see something that looks out of place or unsafe, report it! Statistics indicate many of these incidents happen on base with someone the victim knows. Use common sense, stay in a group and always make good decisions. On a separate note, the maximum velocity permitted by the Assured Clear Distance Ahead (ACDA) is denoted by the case variable, the friction coefficient is symbolized by, and itself a function of the tire type and road conditions, the distance is the ACDA, the constant is the acceleration of gravity, and interval is the perception-reaction time, usually 1.5 to 2.5 seconds. The velocity of control loss dictates the maximum speed when circumstances are such that the
constraining velocity of which is "reasonable and proper" towards maintaining control is much less than that which is required to stop fully within the ACDA. Blah, Blah, Blah. If you, like me, don’t really understand the science behind speed limits, then continue reading. Last weekend, the typical and sometimes treacherous conditions that the rainy season brings us were apparent. Rain accumulates on the roads here very quickly and a road can go from wet to impassable in a matter of minutes. Use extra caution with the weather that is guaranteed to come. Be cautious as you are driving! The maximum speed, as posted, is normally based on ideal driving conditions. However, the reasonable speed may be lower than the posted speed limit in conditions such as fog, rain, ice, gravel, sharp corners, blinding glare, darkness, crossing traffic, or when there is an obstructed view of traffic – all of these are
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What’s Happening Around NAS Sigonella New pharmacy hours effective Oct. 21 New Hours: • Monday – Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Saturday – Sunday: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Exceptions: • Pharmacy will be open weekend hours for command approved special liberty days. • Pharmacy will be closed all federal holidays.
present in Sicily every day. Finally, stay tuned to AFN for all your breaking news. On Oct. 1, AFN will now host a new 4-hour radio show during the mid-day. This will be a great addition to their morning and afternoon shows and will give you all the info you need from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. AFN has been bringing the radio and television programs that you have been use to for more than 70 years. Forza Sigonella!
DRIVE SAFELY, SIGONELLA
Seabees from Public Works Department (PWD) Sigonella Crane Crew hold lines while Signaler Construction Mechanic 3rd Class Jeff Jiles (right) directs the Rough Terrain 600E Naval Crane operator during a crane-lift training exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Cameron Bramham/Released)
PWD participate in crane-lifting training by MC3 cameron bramham NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
Seabees from Public Works Department (PWD) Sigonella Crane Crew participated in a crane-lift training exercise Sept. 17, behind the hazardous materials building on Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella operation’s base. “This training evolution is a good way for the new guys and the old guys to get fluid with everything that we do,” Crane Mechanic Supervisor Construction Mechanic 2nd Class Michael Dembinski said. “That way, when it comes to actual operations, we’re able to do it without any mishaps or safety concerns and we’ll know exactly what our jobs are.” Being an important part of daily operations for the base, the PWD Sigonella Crane Crew is constantly keeping up with new certifications and tasks that are required to continue crane operations throughout NAS Sigonella. “Here we’re responsible for the management and maintenance of 19 different cranes, two of which are mobile, cranes which we use for crash and salvage operations,” Crane Crew Supervisor Equipment Operator 2nd Class Jonathon Hamrick said. “We make sure that all of the base assets and tenant commands have their cranes up and running, are good to go and ready.” The PWD Sigonella Crane Crew routinely performs many types of training evolutions across NAS Sigonella, while always keeping safety as the main focus in mind. “Safety is the main thing especially with the cranes,” Dembinski said. “Someone could get killed with the amount of weight we’re moving.”
American Forces Network adds mid-day show
NASSIG WORSHIP SERVICES ROMAN CATHOLIC Sunday ■ 8:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS I Chapel) ■ 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS II Chapel) TUE - FRI ■ 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS II Chapel) Sacraments of Reconciliation/Penance precede each Mass PROTESTANT NAS I Chapel Saturday ■ 6:30 p.m. Contemporary Worship Services Sunday ■ 10:30 a.m. Traditional Worship
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Effective Oct. 21, 2013 there will be a change in the pharmacy hours.
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LATTER-DAY SAINTS Sunday at 3 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) Contact: sigonellalds@gmail.com or 624-9049 CHURCH OF CHRIST LAY SERVICE Noon Bible Study (NAS 1) 12:30 p.m. Worship Service Please contact the Religious Ministries Department for information ■ AA Meetings: Monday at 5:30 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) second deck; Thursday at 7 p.m. (NAS II Chapel)
OTHER SERVICES/ACTIVITIES Chapel Offices: NAS I 095-56-3975, NAS II 095-86-9049, DSN: 624-3975, CHAPLAIN DUTY: 335-831-4493 RP DUTY: 335-786-1950
Beginning Tuesday, Oct. 1, American Forces Network (AFN) Sigonella increases service to the community by adding four more hours of local radio programming every weekday. The new Eagle MidDay Show will feature today’s hit music and lots of local information. Listeners will hear about services that they can use to enjoy their tours more. The Eagle audience can plan their activities better by hearing about trips, athletic activities, movies and more. “We are expecting to also run contests to give away prizes donated by Morale, Welfare, and Recreation and the Navy Exchange,” said AFN DJ, MC2 Donavan Patubo, who will host the new show, which will air live from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Following a period of austere staffing this summer, new Navy broadcasters are arriving at the station this month, and in November and December. “The additional personnel will help us improve the quantity and quality of our radio and TV products, to better inform the Sigonella community," said AFN Station Manager Jack Martin.
NASSIG barracks residents participate in focus group Craig Collins (right), Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) Unaccompanied Housing Program Manager speaks to Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella barrack’s residential advisors and barrack’s members Sept. 19, during a Focus Group dedicated to answering NAS Sigonella Sailors questions and concerns about present and future changes to the barracks buildings on NAS I and NAS II. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Cameron Bramham/Released)
Fuel Coupons expire on Sept. 30, 2013 Please be advised that Fuel Coupons will expire on Sept. 30, 2013. New Gas Coupons will be available for pre-sale on Friday, Sept. 27, 2013 at your Navy Exchange Main Store Customer Service or at the Minimart on NAS II. Coupons with expiration date of Sept. 30, 2013, will be accepted for refunds from Oct. 1 to Dec. 31 only at the Main Store Customer Service desk.
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Fire Prevention Night 2013 Participate in by John Roush Fire Prevention Division, NAS Sigonella
Join the Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella community for Fire Prevention Night at the Marinai Housing Sports Complex on Oct. 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. Fire Prevention Night is focused on promoting the community’s attention towards fire safety and prevention. Fire Prevention Week was declared by President Calvin Coolidge in 1925. The week always falls in October to remember the Great Chicago Fire. The Great Chicago Fire was a conflagration that burned from Sunday, Oct. 8, to early Tuesday, Oct. 10, 1871, killing hundreds and destroying about 3.3 square miles in Chicago, Illinois. Though the fire was one of the largest U.S. disasters of the 19th century, once the fire had ended, the smoldering remains were still too hot for a survey of the damage to be completed for days. Eventually the city determined that the fire destroyed an area about four miles long and averaging 3/4 mile wide, encompassing more than 2,000 acres. Destroyed were more than 73 miles of roads, 17,500 buildings, and $222 million in property. Of the 300,000 inhabitants, 100,000 were left homeless. Fire Prevention Night is also the focus throughout America of an annual fire, safety, and awareness campaign sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association.
the "Best Chili" contest The Navy Ball Committee and Fire and Emergency Services invites the community to participate in the "Best Chili" contest Oct. 8, at the Sports Field Parking Lot in Marinai during the Fire Prevention Night event. Bring your crock pot of chili and proof of food handlers certificate by 6:15 p.m. to the chili contest registration table at the event. If interested in volunteering, contact Fire and Emergency Services LPO ABH1 Glen Catbagan at 624-5200 or 335606-5838. THIS IS A NON-FEDERAL ENTITY. IT IS NOT A PART OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS AND IT HAS NO GOVERNMENTAL STATUS.
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*EVERY THURSDAY
*EVERY WEDNESDAY
IMPORTANT EXTENSIONS:
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ITT Gear & Go: x4777, x4396 Liberty/Connections/Take 5: x4246, x5602 Outdoor Rec: x4777, x4396 Fitness: x4483, x5243 Midtown 2 Theaters: x4248 FFSC: x4291 American Red Cross: x4900
Does your command or organization have an event you’d like to see on the Community Calendar? Email us at thesig@eu.navy.mil and let us know!
Need an appointment at the hospital? Call DSN 624-CARE (2273) or commercial 095-56-2273, M-F: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For non-emergent medical questions that arise over the weekend, holidays, or after office hours, please call 335-578-8077 if you are normally seen at the hospital or 335-578-8150 if you are normally seen at the Flight Line Clinic.
When in doubt, TRUST YOUR GUT. Instincts are there for a reason. When a situation makes us feel uncomfortable, it is generally a good indicator that something is not right. It is better to be wrong about the situation than do nothing. We have a responsibility to intervene. When we fail to act, we condone the bad behavior. But, as a member of the military community, IT IS OUR DUTY to act. You have the skills to act! • Watch out for other members of the military community • Come up with a plan beforehand • Talk to your friends about how they would want you to intervene if they are in an uncomfortable situation. • Choose the intervention strategy that is best for the situation • Take a breath and make your move • Get support from someone in charge, when possible Important information to know DoD policy provides two reporting options for victims: Restricted Reporting and Unrestricted Reporting. Victims can receive support, medical
care, counseling, and a Sexual Assault Forensic Examination regardless of which option is chosen. “Restricted Reporting” provides a victim the opportunity to confidentially disclose a sexual assault to specified individuals, receive medical treatment, and use support services without triggering the investigative process. When a Restricted Report is made through proper channels, a victim’s identity is not released to command officials. The installation Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC), Victim Advocates (VA), Healthcare Providers and Chaplains may receive a Restricted Report. This option gives victims additional time to weigh their options and to seek guidance about whether or not to participate in a criminal investigation. An “Unrestricted Report” initiates an official investigation of a sexual assault using standard reporting channels. Victims can receive the same medical care and resources available in the restricted option, but this option immediately alerts law enforcement and initiates the investigative process. Under this option, a victim’s commander is also notified.
For information about how you can help, please contact the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) at DSN 624-4291. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance due to a sexual assault, please call a trained victim advocate, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on the SAPR Hotline at 335-642-8312 or the SARC at DSN 624-4291.
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FESTA DEL TORRONE
Nougat festival includes a parade of 140 people in medieval costume – some on horseback – reenacting the wedding of Bianca Maria Visconti to Francesco Sforza in 1441. The couple became the Duke and Duchess of Milan. Their wedding took place in the city and lasted several days. The wedding cake was a large reproduction of the Torrazzo bell tower at Cremona Cathedral, which gave rise to Cremona torrone. Where: Cremona, Lombardy When: Nov. 16 to 24 Website: www.festadeltorronecremona.it/2013/
MOSTRA MERCATO NAZIONALE DEL TARTUFO BIANCO DELLE COLLINE SANMINIATESI
San Miniato White Truffle Festival celebrates the white truffle variety and offers local produce from wild boar salami to ice cream. Where: San Miniato, Tuscany When: Dates to be confirmed, November 2013 Website: www.sanminiatopromozione.it/la-mostramercato-nazionale
FESTA DELLA SALUTE Eurochocolate is one of the largest chocolate festivals in Europe and caters to chocolate lovers, importers and chocolate makers. During the 10-day festival, the streets and squares of Perugia’s historic centre fill with a million people eager to see, taste and smell anything to do with chocolate. Visitors can enjoy free tastings of existing and experimental products, guided tours, workshops by chefs and confectioners, chocolate sculptures and even chocolate massages. (Photo by www.culturaeculture.it)
What's happening in Italy: festivals and sports not to miss by Italy Magazine
“BIRROCCO”
Beer Festival Where: Ragusa, Sicily When: Sept. 27 - 29 Website: www.birrocco.com
WINE FOOD FESTIVAL EMILIA-ROMAGNA
The Wine Food Festival Emilia-Romagna has 27 events celebrating 38 products including mortadella, culatello, truffle, porcino mushroom, Ortrugo and Malvasia wines, Lambrusco and Parmigiano Reggiano. Where: Various locations throughout Emilia-Romagna When: September through December Website: www.winefoodfestivalemiliaromagna.com
“OTTOBRATA”
Fall festival celebrating Etna area seasonal produce and traditional Sicilian food and arts and crafts. Where: Zafferana Etnea, Sicily When: Oct. 6, 13, 20, and 27 Website: www.ottobrata.it
SAGRA DELLA CASTAGNA
The chestnut festival provides festival goers the chance to taste local dishes based on chestnuts, as well as buy salami, cheese, chestnuts, mushrooms, honey and truffles. There's also dancing, music and an art exhibition by 17th-century local painter, Michele Valbonesi. Where: Ranchio, Sarsina, Forlì-Cesena, Emilia-Romagna When: Oct. 13 Website: www.prolocoranchio.it/c/16841/6178/sagradella-castagna.html
"EUROCHOCOLATE"
Caters to chocolate lovers, importers and chocolate makers includes free tastings of existing and experimental products, guided tours, workshops by chefs and confectioners, chocolate sculptures and even chocolate massages. This year’s theme is environmental sustainability. Where: Perugia, Umbria When: Oct. 18 to 27 Website: www.eurochocolate.com/ita/home.php
FIERA INTERNAZIONALE DEL TARTUFO BIANCO D’ALBA
The Alba International White Truffle Fair offers the
opportunity to sample the Piedmontese white truffle, Piedmontese gourmet food and wine, alongside a full programme of events and concerts. Where: Alba, Piedmont When: Saturdays and Sundays from Oct. 12 to Nov. 17 Website: www.fieradeltartufo.org/
FESTA DELL’UVA MERANO
The Merano Grape Festival is a traditional festival that takes place each year after the grape harvest on the third Sunday in October. The climax is a parade with music bands, the members of which are dressed in colourful Tyrolean costume, followed by sumptuously decorated floats. Where: Merano/Meran, South Tyrol When: Oct. 18 to 20 Website: www.meran.eu/en/event/lts_grape_festival_in_ merano_en/
ROMA EUROPA FESTIVAL
An international arts festival bringing together artists, dancers and musicians in a variety of venues across Rome. Highlights include performances by Nigerian choreographer Qudus Onikeku, German choreographer Sasha Waltz and her dance company, and Italian band Marlene Kuntz. Where: Rome, Lazio When: Oct. 18 Nov. 24 Website: www.romaeuropa.net/festival
FESTIVAL DELLA SCIENZA: BELLEZZA
The theme of this year’s Science Festival is beauty. The festival stages lectures, exhibits, workshops, special events and shows about science with an innovative approach. Where: Genoa, Liguria When: Oct. 23 to Nov. 3 Website: www.festivalscienza.eu/
MERANO WINE FESTIVAL & GOURMET
The annual event provides an opportunity for wine enthusiasts to taste and discuss a wide selection of Europe’s finest wines directly with their producers. It is paired with the Gourmet food festival, which features gastronomic delights from around Italy. Where: Kurhaus, Piazza Terme and Passeggiata Lungo Passirio, Merano/Meran, South Tyrol When: Nov. 8 to 11 Website: www.meran.eu/en/event/lts_merano_ winefestival__gourmet_en/
The Festival of Health is dedicated to the Madonna in thanksgiving for her intercession, which ended the plague that struck Venice between 1630 and 1631. Where: Venice, Veneto When: Nov. 21 Website: www.comune.venezia.it/ Website: www.scuderiequirinale.it/
SPORTS BARCOLANA SAIL RACE
Some 25,000 crew members and 2,000 yachts take part in one of Italy’s most important regattas. The spectacular annual race is the largest sailing event in Europe and the only regatta in the world to set a single start line for so many yachts. The 16-mile nautical route begins at the area between the clubhouse of the Società Velica di Barcola e Grignano and the Castle of Miramare, and the race sails along a triangular course. Where: Gulf of Trieste, Trieste, Friuli Venezia-Giulia When: Oct. 13 Website: www.barcolana.it/
MARATONA D’ITALIA MEMORIAL ENZO FERRARI
The Enzo Ferrari Memorial Italian Marathon starts from the Galleria Enzo Ferrari in Maranello. The route passes by the castles and churches of Formigine, Modena, Soliera and Carpi. Where: From Maranello to Carpi, Emilia-Romagna When: Oct. 13 Website: www.italianmarathon.it/
28TH VENICE MARATHON
A spectacular route through Veneto, with opportunities to admire fine Palladian villas, arriving at the Venice lagoon. This year the race course passes through San Mark’s Square. Where: Venice, Veneto When: Oct. 27 Website: www.venicemarathon.it/
ESPOSIZIONE INTERNAZIONALE DEL CICLO
The International Exhibition of the Cycle is billed as “the biggest event in the world dedicated to two wheels." This exhibition is dedicated to all aspects of cycling and is the only show that boasts an indoor racing track where you can test your bike. Paired with the Motolive event dedicated to races, exhibitions, driving schools and presentations. Where: Fiera Milano Rhò, Milan, Lombardy When: Nov. 7 to 10 Website: www.eicma.it/
FIRENZE MARATHON
The 26-mile marathon route passes by the Cathedral Square, Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio before entering Piazza Santa Croce. Where: Florence, Tuscany When: Nov. 24 Website: www.firenzemarathon.it/
Celebrity chef Sergio Barzetti shows shoppers ways of eating healthily on a budget. (Photo by Sergio Barzetti Press Office)
Healthy Italian diet suffers as economic crisis bites by BBC News Italians have long been praised for their Mediterranean diet, rich in vegetables and fruit. But many are turning to cheaper, less healthy foods as the effects of the financial crisis bite, finds the BBC's Emma Jane Kirby. Giovanna Azi takes a spatula from her kitchen drawer and scrapes up the last stubborn pieces of pizza dough from the bowl. "A few years ago," she smiles, "that would have gone in the bin, but these days I make sure nothing goes to waste." Like many young Italian families faced with rising food prices and low wages, the Azi family is having to make cutbacks. When her electrician husband's work started drying up at the start of the economic crisis, they realised they had to begin budgeting and food seemed like an obvious place to start. With bread costing between four and five euros for a decent loaf in Milan, Giovanna worked out that she could make her own for about 80 cents. According to Coldiretti, the farmers and agriculturists' association, the price of bread in Italy has risen more than 419% in the past 20 years. "Then I realised that we were spending maybe 30 euros a week on takeaway pizza for us and our two boys," Giovanna explains. "So I started making pizza at home too." She hands me a warm slice of her freshly baked Margherita pizza, adding apologetically: "Of course a traditional Margherita is made with buffalo mozzarella but buffalo mozzarella is not for those of us on a budget!" As she starts kneading dough
for her weekly bread bake we talk about how her family's food habits have changed since the crisis hit. "Take my Bolognese sauce," she says. "I used to make it with 500 grams of best minced beef - now we're lucky if I use 200 grams. We eat a lot less meat and pretty much no fish now because of the high prices but I make sure we still eat healthily." Giovanna is clearly a talented and inspired cook, but not every family is taking such care. "I fear bakeries will die out in Italy," says Milan baker Oreste Montalto. In central Milan, nutritionist Francesca Noli is concerned by her fellow countrymen's steady move away from the healthy Mediterranean diet. "Since 2008 Italians are eating a lot more pasta and a lot more rice," she tells me, explaining that such carbohydrates, which are cheap, fill you up quickly. "But people here are eating far fewer fresh vegetables and fresh fish and meat - and when they do they buy discount food which is poor quality." She shakes her head. "I'm worried now," she says, "but I'm very worried for the future." Today, one in three young Italians is obese and some 20 million adult Italians are overweight. Obesity is more prevalent in the poorer south of the country and nutritionists like Francesca Noli warn that cheap, calorie-packed fast foods and ready meals are largely to blame. In a shopping mall on the outskirts of the city, an animated celebrity TV chef, Sergio Barzetti, is showing star-struck shoppers how to save money by bulk-buying
seasonal vegetables like tomatoes and then canning them or making them into sauces for the winter time when the produce will soar in price. Some of the shoppers scribble down his advice on the back of their supermarket till receipts. "It's true that the price of vegetables and fruit has become very expensive for ordinary families," says Alfredo Gaetani from Coldiretti. "So we are trying to show people here today that there is still a way of keeping a healthy diet if you prepare food yourself." He smiles. "You know this kind of preservation of vegetables used to be a part of our heritage, part of our Italian culture. So we're saying, yes there is a crisis, but let's revamp the old traditions and live better." The call for a home cooking revival has worked well in Italy. According to Coldiretti, a third of Italians are now making pizza at home and 19% are making their own bread. But not everyone is a winner. According to the CNA, the Italian Association for Small and Medium Artisan businesses, 10% of small bakeries in and around the capital Rome have shut over the past two years. In their sandwich and bakery shop in Milan, baker Oreste Montalto chats cheerfully with customers while his wife Sabina carefully puts slices of freshly-made pizza onto a tray on the counter. It is noticeable how few customers there are. "Over the past year we've lost 40 maybe even 50% of our sales," Oreste sighs. "I fear bakeries will die out in Italy. Our future is really quite black and I never want to see my kids in this business." It is supper-time now at Giovanna Azi's house, and her two young sons are clamouring for the three different types of pizza she has made. She places a bread basket on the table and the deliciously comforting smell of fresh baking fills the room. "If any of the bread is left over," she says, "I'll crumble it and fry it with any old vegetables or bits of meat I find in the fridge to make rissoles. I am now doing exactly what my grandmother did during the war." Her elder sons reaches out for a third slice of pizza. "Isn't it delicious?" I say to him. "It's good," he acknowledges, "but I prefer the takeout pizza we used to buy at the restaurant."
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H EADLINES Number of foreigners choosing to wed in Italy grows (IM) The number of foreigners choosing to tie the marital knot in Italy is growing. Some 6,000 foreigners married in Italy in 2012 and wedding tourism brought in €315 million to the country. The growth in wedding tourism has caused Palermo to launch an ‘I Do’ initiative to attract couples to have their wedding in the Sicilian city. Palermo council hopes that ‘I Do’ will attract Japanese, Chinese, American and European couples to marry in one of the many prestigious locations in the Sicilian capital. Among the places couple can have a civil wedding is the Parco della Favorita, a large park created in 1799 by King Ferdinand III of Sicily, the no longer consecrated Chiesa di San Mattia (Church of St. Matthias) built between 1637 and 1647, and the gardens of the Real Fonderia. Among the possibilities offered in the ‘I Do’ project is the chance to plant a tree in the Parco della Favorita, "as a symbol of good luck for the birth of a new life together," as the brochure advertising the initiative reports. The city will then “adopt” the tree-planting newlyweds and send the couple photographs of the tree with information on its status each year on their wedding anniversary. Palermo councillor for Green and Public Spaces, Giuseppe Barbera, says the idea marries the city’s revitalisation plans with the love of a city “where it’s nice to put down roots.”
Excellent year expected for Italian wine, says Coldiretti, white wine benefits slightly more than red, production up (ANSA) Rome - Italian wine production is expected to rise and to be of "good quality" thanks to favourable weather conditions this year, the Italian farming association Coldiretti recently revealed. The group foresees the production of 42 million hectolitres for 2013, up 3% over last year. Harvest has begun in the northern Italian Oltrepo' Pavese and Franciacorta areas - Lombardy's zones for prestigious white and sparkling wines. "The coming weeks will be decisive, but after years (of extreme weather) normality has returned," a Coldiretti statement said. "The weather has favoured an excellent maturation of the grapes," the group explained, adding that benefits for white wine production should slightly surpass red. Coldiretti said 331 Italian wines - or 40% of the total - will receive the DOC or the more selective DOCG quality designations. Thirty percent will be given the lower IGT denomination, while 30% will be labeled tablewine. Italy's 250,000 wine companies generate a turnover of nine billion euros and employ 1.2 million people. Coldiretti added that Italy will be the world's second wine producer this year after France, which is expected to make 46 million hectolitres. More than half of Italian wine will be destined for export.
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English: statue Italian: la statua
English: church Italian: la chiesa
English: sculpture Italian: la scultura
English: cathedral Italian: la cattedrale
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English: bell tower Italian: il campanile
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The importance of being VP-47 by mc2 brian t. glunt Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Sigonella
Being stationed at a U.S. Naval air station, one may hear the continuous buzzing of aircraft preparing for take-off on the flight line. At Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, squadrons arrive when needed and leave when their mission is complete, but most service members stationed here are unaware of any objectives and missions of these planes and the people behind them. For the Sailors attached to VP-47 Squadron, based out of Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, their purpose is antisubmarine warfare and long-range surveillance during the six month deployment to NAS Sigonella. “Our primary mission here in Sicily is the long-range patrol and reconnaissance,” said Chief Warrant Officer Lyndon Torree, VP-47 maintenance material control officer. “Our customers ask us to fly to a certain area of responsibility to take some real time imaging, video and pictures, so to speak. Everything is instantaneous, meaning that the information goes directly from the airplane to the combatant commander.” Needless-to-say, if one of the squadron’s aircraft can’t fly, it may come across some difficulties completing its mission. Aviation Machinist Mate 2nd Class Todd Vanderbogart is one among the enlisted personnel in the squadron assigned to perform maintenance to keep these birds capable of flight. “The P-3 Orion is a really critical plane right now in antisubmarine warfare, “ said Vanderbogart. “It has a long flight time, so it can keep eyes on targets longer and supply more useful information. Whenever discrepancies come up, we want to fix them as fast as possible to maintain minimum down time.” While providing long-range surveillance and reconnaissance intelligence is their main priority, VP-47 has recently contributed to search and rescue efforts after a U.S. Navy helicopter crashed in the Red Sea. “One of the myriad of things we do is provide search and rescue,” said Torree. “Our aircraft is capable of locating signs of life. If there is confirmation of life, we can kick out a search and rescue kit, which has an inflatable raft with some provisions.”
While most planes that are flying overhead carry passengers or cargo, this maritime patrol squadron flies with the capabilities to support the U.S. Navy in its efforts of defense and deterrence. “In the grand scheme of things, we are here to provide intelligence and coverage in the support of our nation and its interests along with the interests of our allies,” said Torree. “We also provide deterrence against foreign aggression. The more that we know out here, the better our situational awareness can combat the bad guys.”
U.S. Navy photos by MC2 Brian T. Glunt/Released
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CREDO events coming soon by religious ministries department
The NAS Sigonella Religious Ministries Department hosts three life-enriching events provided by the Chaplains Religious Enrichment Development Operation (CREDO), an organization specifically trained for providing resilience resources for the military family. Retreats are open to all U.S. military personnel and their family members and on a space-available basis for U.S. citizens employed by the DoD and their family members. Lodging, meals, and transportation to and from the retreat site are provided at no cost to the service member. For questions and registration, please contact the NAS Sigonella Religious Ministries Department at 6243975 or 624-9049 or at either NAS 1 (bldg 317) or NAS II (bldg 742) chapels. Registration must be completed by close of business, Thursday, Nov. 14.
NC1 Gary Coumbe and NC1 Dennis Murphy volunteer their time to open Marinai Self Help on Saturdays from 10 a.m to 12 p.m. (U.S. Navy photo by MR1 Gary Spence)
NASSIG community members volunteer to help by jim veazey NAS Sigonella Housing Department
At a recent Town Hall meeting, the Sigonella community expressed their interest in expanding the Self Help hours to the weekend. Due to budget restrictions, the Self Help center had to limit its hours. Showing initiative, a group of individuals who attended the meeting volunteered to work at the center so that their community members could have access to the items available at Self Help. The Self Help center offers lawn mowers, weed eaters and an assortment of small tools to all residents of Marinai. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to noon. Access to the center on Saturdays is in the fenced area to the right of the Housing Welcome Center. The Housing Department would like to thank NC1 Coumbe and NC1 Murphy. They have helped to represent the essence of the motto: "Seeing things not as they are, but as they can be"; the motto that guides the efforts of the Housing Staff. The volunteer efforts put forth by NC1 Coumbe and NC1 Murphy truly reflect the commands goal of citizenship and community.
Personal Resiliency Retreat: Nov. 15-17, 2013 Showtime: 11:45 a.m. at NAS I Chapel Personal, spiritual, and relational themes are central to this weekend retreat. Enjoy private reflection and community discussion. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST): Nov. 19-20, 2013 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: NAS I Chapel Explore your experiences with and your attitudes about suicide. Better understand the needs of a person at risk of suicide and learn how to use suicide first-aid to meet those needs. Marriage Enrichment Retreat: Nov. 22-24, 2013 Showtime: 11:45 a.m. at NAS I Chapel Invest in your marriage on this great weekend retreat! Couples will experience a safe and relaxed environment in which they can reconnect with each other and gain new skills and insights.
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Several members of the Sigonella community demonstrate some of the events in the Sigonella Strongman Competition. (Photo courtesy of MWR)
Sigonella Strongman Competition It’s that time again! MWR’s 2nd annual Sigonella Strongman Competition will return on Oct. 26. If you eat 300 grams of protein per day, have ever been called beefcake or sold tickets to the gun show, this contest is for you! The event is held in conjunction with the Autumn Fest and the finals and awards presentation will be held in primetime near the main stage. The Sigonella Strongman Competition will consist of many events, such as the Caveman Stone Carry, Farmer’s Walk, Tire Flip, and Tackle the Great Snake. MWR Sports Coordinator Brandon Donalson says the contest requires both strength and endurance, “they’re going to need to eat their Wheaties that day.” According to Donalson, one of the most challenging events will be Tackle the Great Snake, where competitors will have to transport a 992 pound, 140 yard long rope 100 feet. We are excited to see several of last year’s participants and champions return to
try to beat last year’s records, so all competitors better have logged their hours at the gym! There are five categories for this competition, four weight classes for men and a women’s category. Medallions will be awarded for first, second and third place at each event and trophies will be given to the first, second and third place overall in each division. The contest is open to ages 18 and over, active duty military, spouses, DOD, local nationals and other European bases. There is a registration fee for this year’s event and the cost will include a hoodie event sweatshirt. All competitors must sign up and have a registration packet turned in to the NAS I Gym no later than Thursday, Oct. 24. The Sigonella Strongman Competition will take place Saturday, Oct. 26 at the NAS I Annex Field. Weigh-ins will be at 8 a.m. and the events start at 9 a.m. Email brandon. donalson@eu.navy.mil or call 335-349-115 for more information.
BINGO is back and now on Tuesdays! Join MWR in the Chart Room every week starting Tuesday, Oct. 1. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. and the game starts at 6 p.m. Every game is worth cash! Please remember that you must be 18 or older. No children will be permitted in the Chart Room during BINGO. For more details and jackpot values, please visit www.sigmwr.com.
Midtown Movie Theaters Schedule & Descriptions
Friday, Sept. 27 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles. *Lunch: Potato Soup, Baked Stuffed Fish, Steamed Rice, Turkey Pot Pie, Asparagus, Carrots, Cake. *Speed line: Grilled Hamburger/Cheeseburger, French Fries, Baked Beans. *Dinner: Vegetable Supreme Soup, Beef Stroganoff, Egg Noodles, Pasta w/Fish & Tomato Cherry, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Oriental Stir Fry, Cake.
Saturday, Sept. 28 *Breakfast: Farina, Grilled Ham Slices, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast, Pastries. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Mambo Roast Pork, Steamed Rice, Roasted Potatoes, Steamed Broccoli, Cookies. *Dinner: Broccoli Soup, Veal Parmesan, Pasta Alfredo, Carrots Fresh, Cookies.
Sunday, Sept. 29 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Minute Steak, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Pastries. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, Cream of Broccoli Soup, Oven Fried Chicken Nuggets, Squash, Cake. *Dinner: Pepper Pot Soup, BBQ Spareribs, Rice Pilaf, Cauliflower, Penne alla Norma, Cake.
Monday, Sept. 30 *Breakfast: Hominy Grits, Minced Beef w/ Toast, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast, Pastries. *Lunch: Cream of potato Soup, Lemon Baked Fish, Yankee Pot Roast, Tossed Green Rice, Calico Cabbage, Carrots Fresh, Cake. *Speed line: Pizza. *Dinner: Beef Noodle Soup, Spaghetti Meat Sauce, Brown Rice, Chicken Parmesan, Broccoli, Cake.
Tuesday, Oct. 1 *Breakfast: Farina, Oven Fried Bacon, Baked Sausage Patties, Biscuits and Gravy, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Pastries. *Lunch Spanish Soup, Beef Tacos, Burritos, Chicken Fajita, Mexican Rice, Refried Beans, Calico Corn, Carrots, Jalapeno Cornbread, Cookies Oatmeal. *Speed line: Grilled Panini Sandwich (Beef/Turkey), French Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: Onion Soup, Lasagna, Fishwich, Steamed Rice, Fresh Squash, Cookies.
Wednesday, Oct. 2
Wednesday, Oct. 2 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Creamed Ground Beef, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Pancakes, Asstd Doughnuts, Pastries. *Lunch: Mulligatawny Soup, Roast Turkey, Stuffed Green Pepper, Mashed Potatoes, Chicken Gravy, Peas & Carrots, Steamed Cauliflower, Sweet Potato Pie. *Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: Chicken noodles soup, Fishwich , Spaghetti alla Carbonara, Roasted Potatoes, Steamed Rice, Broccoli, Pie.
Thursday, Oct. 3
Thursday, Oct. 3 *Breakfast: Hominy Grits, Corned Beef Hash, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, French Toast, Pastries. *Lunch: Corn Chowder Soup, Teriyaki Chicken, Roast Beef, Orange Rice, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Summer Squash, Cake. *Speed line: Ham & Cheese Sandwiches, Macaroni & Cheese, Onion Rings. *Dinner: Beef Noodle Soup, Beef Stew, Farfalle Alfredo, Steamed Rice, Seasoned Carrots, Cake. Friday, Oct. 4 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Waffles, Pastries. *Lunch: New England Clam Chowder, Stuffed Baked Fish, Roast Pork, Mushroom Gravy, Rice Pilaf , Roasted Garlic Potatoes, Peas, Cauliflower, Cookies. *Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Cantonese Spareribs, Baked Tuna Noodles, Rice Pilaf, Steamed Whole Corn, Lemon Cookies.
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City of Bones Cloudy Meatballs 2 3D Getaway You’re Next
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2:00 PM Cloudy Meatballs 2 3D 2:30 PM Planes 4:30 PM One Direction 3D 5:00 PM The Butler 7:30 PM Getaway
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Percy Jackson 2 3D One Direction We’re The Millers Jobs Kick Ass 2
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5:00 PM Gravity 3D 5:30 PM You’re Next 7:30 PM Riddick 8:00 PM The Butler
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2:00 PM Cloudy Meatballs 2 3D 2:30 PM Getaway 4:30 PM Riddick 5:00 PM City of Bones 7:30 PM World’s End
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CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS 2 & 3D... PG STARRING: Bill Hader, Anna Faris, Will Forte Flint Lockwood now works at The Live Corp Company for his idol Chester V. But he's forced to leave his post when he learns that his most infamous machine is still operational and is churning out menacing food-animal hybrids. (95 m.) GETAWAY ... PG-13 STARRING: Ethan Hawke, Selena Gomez, Jon Voight Former race-car driver Brent Magna is pitted against the clock when his wife is kidnapped by a mysterious villain. He commanders a young woman's car and takes her on on a high-speed race against time. (90 m.) GRAVITY 3D ... PG-13 STARRING: Sandra Bullock, George Clooney, Ed Harris A medical engineer and an astronaut work together to survive after an accident leaves them adrift in space. (90 m.) ONE DIRECTION: THIS IS US 2D & 3D ... PG STARRING: Liam Payne, Harry Styles, Zayn Malik A look at Niall, Zayn, Liam, Louis, and Harry's meteoric rise to fame, from their humble hometown beginnings and competing on the X-Factor, to conquering the world and performing at London's famed O2 Arena. (92 m.) RIDDICK ... R STARRING: Vin Diesel, Karl Urban, Katee Sac Left for dead on a sun-scorched planet, Riddick finds himself up against an alien race of predators. Activating an emergency beacon alerts two ships: one carrying a new breed of mercenary, the other captained by a man from Riddick's past. (119 m.) WORLD'S END ... R STARRING: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Martin Freeman Five friends who reunite in an attempt to top their epic pub crawl from 20 years earlier unwittingly become humankind's only hope for survival. (109 m.)
Movie schedule is subject to change. Please call to confirm. Movie Hotline: 624-4248
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The surgical technicians at U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella were recognized during Surgical Technician Week, Sept. 15 - 21. (Photo by HM3 Roslyn Ablian)
U. S. Naval Hospital Sigonella recognizes the rich heritage of the “surgical technologist” by LCDR John Broom U.S. Naval Hos[ital Sigonella U. S. Naval Hospital Sigonella recently celebrated Surgical Technician Week, Sept. 15-21, in conjunction with the national week of recognition for surgical technologists. Events that took place were a celebratory luncheon hosted by the perioperative and anesthesia staffs, cake cutting ceremony and recognition by the director of surgical services for all the dedication and hard work these professionals provide on a continuous basis. The surgical technologist originated from the need for trained medical personnel after the succession of wars that severely decimated their numbers. Many nurses and doctors were called to serve during these wars to attend to the medical needs of the soldiers and sailors on the battlefront in addition those wounded and confined in medical camps and hospitals. Surgical technology rose to prominence during the succession of world wars participated in by the United States, including World War I (19141918), World War II (1939-1945), the Korean War (1950-1953), and the Vietnam War (1965-1975). During World War I, Army medics and Navy hospital corpsman were conscripted and trained to give emergency services on the battle field and on combat ships. Nurses were not allowed to serve on
the battlefield but were confined to medical stations and hospital ships during this period. Thus, the job of operating room technician (ORT) was created. ORTs took the place of nurses in the battlefield. They received training through an accelerated nursing program that emphasized operating room technology and received on-the-job training in the surgery department. Their studies included sterilization of instruments, care of operating room patients, suturing, draping and instrumentation. Additionally, they received emergency room training. After the Korean War, the shortage of nurses in operating rooms in the United States led to the hiring of ex-medics and ex-corpsmen to work in civilian hospitals. Over time, this arrangement led to the evolution of operating room technician to surgical technologist. In the Navy, surgical technologists serve in various roles as clinicians, educators and in operational assignments. Without surgical technologist participation, the surgical team would be incomplete. Naval Hospital Sigonella joins its sister military and civilian hospitals throughout the United States in recognizing the valuable contributions of surgical technicians to the success of safe and effective patient care.
Now through Nov. 15: Combined Federal Campaign - Overseas by combined federal campaign-overseas The Combined Federal Campaign-Overseas (CFC-O) is now through Nov. 15. The annual workplace giving campaign for the five overseas unified combatant commands. Administered by Global Impact, the CFC-O raised more than $13.6 million in 2012, demonstrating the generosity of overseas Department of Defense uniformed and civilian personnel. Serving overseas often provides the unique opportunity to see firsthand the hardships people face around the world: limited access to clean drinking water, malnutrition and lack of educational opportunities, to name a few. Pledging through the CFC-O offers another opportunity to touch the lives of people in military communities, across the nation and around the world. With more than 2,600 charities to choose from, contributors can find and support causes that have personal significance. Contributors also have the option to give to the overseas military community through the Family Support and Youth Program (FSYP) fund. FSYP donations are returned to overseas military installations to support quality of life programs for uniformed service members, federal civilians and their families. Contributors may visit www.cfcoverseas.org to complete a paperless contribution via credit card, debit card or e-check. Donations can also be made via payroll allotment, cash or check on a paper Pledge Card. Charities depend upon the support of CFC-O contributors to give help and hope to those in need, so please, make your pledge today. For more information, visit www.cfcoverseas.org.
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