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Take 5 Hosts Multiple Events During Open House
Service members with Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) Sigonella chapter barbecue burgers and hot dogs while a Sailor stationed at Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella attempts to climbing a rock-wall provided by Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Sigonella during Take 5's Open House event, Jan. 22. MWR Sigonella provided many games and entertainment during the Open House, where Take 5 and MWR Sigonella's Liberty Program unveiled new equipment and renovations at the complex. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Cameron Bramham/Released)
by MC3 CAMERON BRAMHAM NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Liberty Program hosted an open house at Take 5, Jan. 22, with games, free food, and the unveiling of brand new equipment for single service members E-5 and below to use during their down time stationed at, or deployed to Naval Air Station Sigonella. “The renovation took place over a year and a half,” Liberty Program Coordinator, Christy Eschenbacher said. “It’s been a tremendous process and quite the experience, but now that it’s done, it looks amazing and we’re really happy to provide these services for our single service members who are away from their families.” Eschenbacher and other MWR Sigonella officials hope that the new renovations will help provide service members living on base more outlets to get out of
their barracks rooms and unwind in a non-stressful environment. “We upgraded the Wi-Fi quality, put in a new theater system, new poker tables, pool tables and just changed the overall atmosphere of the place,” Eschenbacher said. “We can do a lot more classes now and have the outside part renovated as well. The Wi-Fi reaches outside, so even when where closed, service members can still use their computers in a comfortable area.” The open house featured many events, including AFN Sigonella’s live Mid-Day Show from outside Take 5, a rockwall climbing challenge, corn-hole boards for use and an inflatable quarterback challenge provided by MWR Sigonella. Eschenbacher and other MWR officials were also on hand to provide anyone with answers about Take 5’s
brand new equipment and what Take 5 and The Liberty Program can provide. “We also had members of Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) here barbequing for us and Fleet and Family Support Center representatives here to talk to the service members as well,” Eschenbacher said. With an amazing turnout of service and community members during the open house, Eschenbacher hopes the renovations and new equipment will keep everyone coming back to Take 5. “Take 5 is specifically for our single service members,” Eschenbacher said. “It’s really important because it’s helping these guys and gals out. They're away from home, they're away from their families and we want this to be a nice comfortable area for them to go.”
QUOTE OF THE WEEK: “I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” – Mother Teresa
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Commanding Officer Capt. Chris Dennis Buon Weekend Sigonella! With the arrival of tomorrow, we are already one/twelfth complete with 2014! There is already so much happening around our community. Do you live on NAS2? Then you are part of our very large population of unaccompanied soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines living there and it is my sincere commitment to improve off-duty opportunities and make life in Sig' even better. NAS2 has many projects ongoing. Our gym renovation continues and should be ready by early Spring. The NAS2 pool too should reopen with the gym completion. Additionally, Take Five has been renovated and before Summer will have nice shade coverage in the front to compliment the extended WI-FI. Our Galley will soon renovate its BBQ area. Our vision is to make this area into an open air park for gatherings and picnics. All of these improvements will be even more inviting when the warm weather returns. Finally, MWR and many Base organizations and community partners continue to steadily increase off duty events. We have had Armed Forces Bowl
Punt, Pass and Kick, this weekend will be an MWR SuperBowl bonanza, the sixth and seventh Base-2-Base Fun Runs are just around the corner, and sports and special events run constantly on our terrific multi-purpose field. By summer, we will regularly have outdoor movies on NAS2. Let's shift gears. Remember, Sigonella and Sicilia are beautiful and inviting locations to live, work, and visit; however, no place is risk free and neither are we here. Recently, we had a group of patrons attacked by a group of youth on an ITT trip. Thankfully, our patrons were sober, kept their wits, persisted in finding Police assistance, and escaped with only bumps, scrapes and bruises. We are reviewing our Force Protection policy for ITT events and have already made adjustments to help avoid this type event from happening again. Still, we each must remain vigilant for our own personal security. This group did nothing wrong, just wrong place at the wrong time. But often Sig' Citizens fall victim to criminal behavior by not thinking ahead. Too many
times, we don't pay attention to details, but criminals usually do. Nothing is 100% effective against criminal behavior but planning to thwart criminals beats not planning every time. A few proven tips can make the difference between a lovely day and a...less-than-lovely day: think about the image your project (not all attracted attention is good...); pay attention to your surroundings (the safety of a town can change one block to the next); don't carry large amounts of cash and all of your identification and credit cards (only carry the bare minimum and keep small bills and change in a pocket so your wallet can remain out of sight); travel in groups (there is safety in numbers); ladies - keep purses zipped, over your shoulders, and against your body - if in a car, ensure windows are up and doors are locked; no one should wear conspicuous and valuable jewelry - these items invite muggings... finally, watch where you park and what you leave in your car. In closing, winter in Sicily is wonderful, just as is Spring,
Summer and Fall. Enjoy all of the terrific Blood Oranges which are ripe now, ski Mt. Etna, visit ruins while the weather is cool - do ANYTHING other than only hanging out on base. In the meantime, if you have requests, concerns, good ideas, frustrations, or just want to follow up on a previous suggestion, don't hesitate to contact me at http://ice.disa. mil or at our CNIC NAS Sigonella webpage under the drop down "CO Suggestion Box." Ci vediamo Sigonella!
DRIVE SAFELY, SIGONELLA
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PROTESTANT NAS I Chapel Saturday ■ 6:30 p.m. Contemporary Worship Services Sunday ■ 10:30 a.m. Traditional Worship NAS II Chapel SUNDAY ■ 5 p.m. Protestant Evening Service
Sigonella Sailor Offers Free Guitar Lessons Swordfish Bring Home Silver
Swordfish Head Coach, Chelsea Garcia displays the Silver Team Trophy with some of the Swordfish swimmers. (Photo by Chad Davis)
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Operation Specialist 2nd Class Billy Adkins has taught himself how to play guitar over the last ten years and is now teaching others as a way to deal with stress and create a hobby. Adkins' guitar classes are held at Take 5 every other Tuesday night from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. For those interested in taking guitar lessons or any other future event Take 5 is offering, call DSN 624-5602. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Cameron Bramham/Released)
Service members, especially those who are deployed, are constantly dealing with ways to control stressful situations. Whether it’s the long work days that get to them or just the knowledge of being away from loved ones, service members need to find healthy activities or hobbies to combat the stress and live a good lifestyle. For Operation Specialist 2nd Class Billy Adkins, who works for Command Task Force 67, his way of beating the stress has always been through playing the guitar. Now, Adkins has channeled his skills into helping others beat stress through guitar “Guitar is something I enjoy playing,” Adkins said. “I feel that it helps relieve stress and it also creates an environment where you can step out of the box.” Adkins offers free guitar lessons at Take 5 every
OTHER SERVICES/ACTIVITIES
LATTER-DAY SAINTS SUNDAY at 1:30 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) Contact: sigonellalds@gmail.com or 624-9049 JEWISH SHABBAT LAY SERVICE FRIDAY at 5:30 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) NIGHT STUDY WEDNESDAY at 5 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) ■ AA Meetings: MONDAY at 5:30 p.m. (NAS I Chapel) second deck; THURSDAY at 7 p.m. (NAS II Chapel) NAS Sigonella Religious Ministries Department Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/NavalAirStationSigonella Chapel
Chapel Offices: NAS I 095-56-3975, NAS II 095-86-9049, DSN: 624-3975, CHAPLAIN DUTY: 335-831-4493 RP DUTY: 335-786-1950
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What’s Happening Around NAS Sigonella
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NASSIG WORSHIP SERVICES
ROMAN CATHOLIC Sunday ■ 8:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS I Chapel) ■ 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS II Chapel) TUESDAY - FRIDAY ■ 11:30 a.m. Catholic Mass (NAS II Chapel) Sacraments of Reconciliation/Penance precede each Mass
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other Tuesday night. His next scheduled class is set for Feb. 11 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. “I believe people take a lot of positive reinforcement behind developing their skills in guitar,” Adkins said. It’s going to be something that’s going to positively motivate you to try harder not only outside of work, but also improve your morale here.” Adkins hopes his classes will inspire other service members, particularly single Sailors and those living on base or deployed here to get out of their rooms and try new hobbies, whether that means taking his class or not. “I feel that I can help give this outlet to our single Sailors,” Adkins said. “But, I just want to encourage everyone to pursue a hobby while they’re out here. Having a hobby is often something that you don’t need much money to pursue and it’s just a really good outlet for stress.”
On Jan. 25, 34 Sigonella Swordfish traveled to Naples to participate in the European Forces Swim League Southern Division swim competition. The small, but mighty Swordfish made a lasting impression. The team came home with 72 individual medals, 4 relay medals, and the overall team points silver trophy! Here is a list of all who earned medals. Triple Gold Medalists: Brian Burke (16) 200IM, 100Free, and 100Breast. CJ Davis (8) 50Free, 100Free, and 200Free. Gold Medalists: Mary Kate Jones (15) 100Back and 400Free; Sammie McManus (15) 100Fly; Mia Naaktgeboren (12) 50Fly; Alyah Perkins (10) 50Free; Maggie Salazar (14) 100Free; Rocio Salazar (16) 50Free; Mason Youberg (14) 200Free. Silver Medalists: Megan Cagle (12) 100Free; Mary Kate Jones (15) 50Free; Lauren McClintock (11) 50Free and 200Free; William McClintock (9) 100IM; Ethan Naaktgeboren (11) 200Free; Mia Naaktgeboren (12) 100IM and 50Breast; Alyah Perkins (10) 50Back and 100Free; Malia Puerto (10) 50 Fly; Maggie Salazar (14) 200Free and 400Free; Rocio Salazar (16) 100Back and 100Free; Bailey Wilson (10) 50Free; Mason Youberg (14) 200IM and 400Free. Bronze Medalists: Sydney Baker (16) 200Free; Megan Cagle (12) 50Fly and 200IM; Camila Cardona (10) 50Free; Hannah Davis (13) 400Free; William McClintock (9) 50Fly and 50Breast; Ethan Naaktgeboren (11) 100IM and 50Fly; Katie Vosler (14) 200IM and 200Free; Bailey Wilson (10) 100Free and 200Free; Finn Youberg (11) 50Free. Qualified swimmers will travel to Eindhoven, Netherlands on Feb. 15 and 16 for the 2014 European Forces Swim League Championships. Good luck to all swimmers! Swim Fast Swordfish!
Super Bowl Events:
Denver Broncos vs. Seattle Seahawks
For all things related to the Super Bowl at MWR Sigonella, please check out Page 11 or visit MWR Sigonella's Super Bowl Facebook page at http://tinyurl.com/MWR-Sigonella-Super-Bowl-2014
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Let the CO Know ... Tools to Share Your Feedback The Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) system is a web-based tool for collecting feedback to help determine customer satisfaction with services provided at NAS Sigonella. The customer-side of ICE is available to anyone with ONE-Net Internet access and does not require a username or password. The ICE home page, http://ice.disa.mil, is the starting point to navigate to an individual ICE site and to view general information about the ICE system. With easy to access links and descriptions, customers can locate an ICE site by branch, regions, geographic location, and by searching an alphabetical listing of all sites. All Sigonella services are found under the Navy Europe Listing in the scroll-down menu. On occasion, the command will anonymously publish comments and responses in The Signature for the benefit of the Sigonella community. You can also go to the link at the right to submit your suggestions.
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Comment regarding Jingle Jog:
“On December 20, 2013, a Sig M/HS "JINGLE JOG" was held. It was a welcome opportunity for students to pursue a healthy option leading up to the winter break. The execution was flawless. The Sig Fitness center laid out the course, manned a water station, and then cleared the course. They cheered the students in their endeavor and supported this healthy alternative for enjoying the holiday season. There was an excellent partnership between the school, the school liaison office, base security and the Fitness Center. Together, these organizations made this event a positive and successful one. Job Well Done, Team Sigonella!”
IA Fair 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. FFSC
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Does your command or organization have an event you’d like to see on the Community Calendar? Email us at thesig@eu.navy.mil and let us know!
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Thank you for your positive feedback. We strive to provide fun and healthy experiences for our youth. We hope to continue providing these types of events in the year to come.
Comments regarding Marinai:
“I live in Marinai and am having difficulties with my neighbor. Where should I go to resolve issues if I cannot resolve them myself?”
Response:
First, thank you for attempting to resolve the issue at the neighbor level. This is the best and first course of action always, unless you fear for your safety or safety of others. Also, from reading your comment, I sense you were courteous and respectful in approaching your neighbor, thank you for that as well. As citizens of a small community, courteousness and respectfulness are key ingredients that keep Sigonella harmonious each interaction, everyday. If issues cannot be resolved between primary parties, you are encouraged to meet with the NAS Sigonella Command Master Chief to further pursue resolution. Additionally, if anyone experiences anxiety or stress, please do not hesitate to meet with any of our NASSIG Navy Chaplains @ 624-3975 or Counselors at Fleet and Family Support Center 624-4291. Remember, anytime you feel unsafe or for any types of emergencies or potential altercations please call the Emergency Dispatch Center at "911" on-base or 095-86-1911 off-base and a Security Unit will be dispatched to your location immediately.
Comment regarding NEX ICE Surveys:
“Where are the NEX ICE surveys for NAS Sigonella? Other bases list all NEX services, but Sigonella does not.”
Response:
Thank you for pointing this out. The NEX has now been added as a Service Provider in the ICE website. You can find it under “Shopping & Services” and add comments there for any NEX service. The ICE website address is https://ice.disa.mil/.
Need an appointment at the hospital? Call DSN 624-CARE (2273) or commercial 095-56-2273, M-F: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For non-emergent medical questions that arise over the weekend, holidays, or after office hours, please call 335-578-8077 if you are normally seen at the hospital or 335-578-8150 if you are normally seen at the Flight Line Clinic.
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Catania Celebrates Patroness Saint with Three-Day Festival welcomed the return from Turkey of the Saint’s relics on Aug. 17, 1126. Historic chronicles tell that it was a great feast for the Catania community whose residents waived white handkerchiefs to show their enthusiasm. Other historic accounts link the white tunic tradition to either the ancient Egyptian cult of Goddess Isis or the penitential garment worn by priests. Giorgio Maniace, a Byzantine general, stole the relics as a war trophy and took them to Constantinople (the ancient Istanbul) in 1040. Devotees take part in the festival bringing on procession the “Cannalori,” and the “Vara.” Cannalori are tall wax candles surrounded by a heavy (up to 1,500 lbs.) candelabrum-shaped gilded wooden structure. They are decorated with statues depicting angels, saints, pennons and flowers. Scenes from the Saint Agata martyrdom are also carved on their sides. (Photo by Alessandra Lunetta /http://volevofarelochef.wordpress.com/) Each Cannalora represent a city’s guild “Semu divoti tutti? Cettu, Cettu, Citatini, viva such as butchers, greengrocers, fishmongers, pasta Sant’Aita!”(Are we all devotees? Yes, of course, sure, makers, bakers and more. In the past, they illuminated Townspeople, long live St. Agata!)." You will hear the passage of the procession. But through the centuries these lyrics over and over during the upcoming grand their dimensions became so large that a person alone religious festival celebrating Catania’s patroness taking could not carry their weight anymore. Today, there are place from Feb. 3 - 5. The enthusiasm for this popular 11 Cannalori that take part in the procession. Each saint and all the devotion behind it cannot be expressed one is carried on the shoulders of eight to 12 people. through words. You just have to go out there and live During the processions, Cannalori stop every once in the experience! Whether you are a Catholic or not, this a while and “compete” one another by performing a festival, which mingles the sacred and profane, will kind of dance named “Annacata” consisting of a series of swaying moves. definitely amaze you with its lively festivities. The “Vara” is a 16-foot long richly decorated silver Every year, thousands of Catanians swarm the streets of the historic center to publicly show their lifelong carriage on which the bust depicting Saint Agata and devotion to their beloved “Santuzza,” or young saint several crystal and silver caskets containing her relics (the St. Agata’s (nickname given because of her young (legs, arms and other bones) carried in procession. age). Divoti (devotees) defy bad weather conditions just Giovanni di Bartolo, a goldsmith from Siena, made the to see her while she’s brought in procession. It happens bust in the 14th century. The bust, which also contains part of the relics (the skull and part of the thorax), only once a year so it is a must-see event. According to an ancient, tradition, Saint Agata is is made of enameled silver. It lies on a magnificent considered a salvatrice (savior) because she rescued pedestal and it’s cut just under the waist. Hundreds Catania several times over the centuries, especially among precious jewels cover the statue. Most of them come from donations of devotees. The magnificent during earthquakes and lava eruptions. Legend has it that her holy purple-colored veil golden crown, studded with gems donated by English (named “limpia” in Sicilian) stopped two particularly King Richard “The Lionheart” in 1190 during his dangerous eruptions, the first one, which occurred in visit to Sicily on his way to a crusade, is undoubtedly 251 AD, a year after her martyrdom and the second one the best piece of the collection. One who attends the in 1886, when the lava threatened the town of Nicolosi. festival remains impressed by the huge candles that In both cases, the veil was brought in procession to the devotees carry on their shoulders while they perform eruption site and the advancing lava flow miraculously the processions. Every year, Catania wax shops sell stopped. According to history, Catania cardinal hundreds of ceri (tall wax candles). Devotees carry those Giuseppe Benedetto Dusmet, who is regarded as a saint bulky candles “per grazia ricevuta,” which means that a and whose mummified body is preserved inside the Saint has granted them a miracle they have been asking for. The miracle could be invoked for a pregnancy that cathedral, led this latter procession. The holy veil is 13 ft. long by 20 in. large. Three is in serious danger or if someone is suffering from an golden threads decorate its extremities. According to incurable disease or yet after one has survived a traffic legend, the veil, which was originally white, covered accident. Usually, it is up to the devotee to decide how the head of Saint Agata when she was rolled over live heavy the candle should be and for how long they would coals during her martyrdom. As a result of this torture, carry it. According to Catania wax dealers, the most the “limpia” remained miraculously undamaged by the requested candle is the one that weighs approximately fire and turned red. From then on, the veil has been 85 lbs. But some also request candles that can weigh up to 350 lbs. Carrying ceri in procession is usually venerated as a defense against Etna eruptions. a lifelong practice. If one devotee is too old or sick to carry a heavy candle, another person such as a son or a Catanians have been celebrating this festival since relative could continue to participate in the procession 1519. For centuries, there has been a long-running instead of them. controversy between Catania and Palermo over where she was born. But it looks like Catania townspeople According to tradition, Agata came from a rich won! After nearly a year of preparation, festa features thousands of devotees of all ages crowding the streets family. Her virtues and her beauty drew the attention of the historic center dressed in white tunics (green of Quintianus, a local Roman governor who actively for the women) named in Sicilian “saccu,” gloves, and brutally persecuted Christians. Agata, who already a handkerchief, and black skullcap (in Sicilian, “a consecrated herself to God, refused his advances. scuzzitta”). According to tradition, the saccu symbolizes Therefore, Quintianus decided to punish her by having the nightdress that the Catanians wore when they her locked up in a brothel where Aphrodisia, a wicked
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woman tried to corrupt Agata’s virtue and faith by playing wiles and stratagems. But Agata never wavered and resisted to all her attempts. Therefore, Quintianus, miffed by Agata’s firmness, had her underwent terrible tortures such as cutting off her breast. This detail was often depicted in the Christian medieval paintings as a peculiar characteristic of Saint Agata. Tradition also tells about prodigious events that occurred while Agata was in prison such as the apparition of St. Peter who comforted and healed all her wounds. Eventually, after repeated tortures Quintianus had Agata condemned to the stake. But while she was burning alive a violent earthquake struck Catania. This natural disaster was welcomed by the Catanians as a sign of God who wanted the tortures inflicted to Agata to be over. Thus, a riot broke out in the city forcing Quintianus to stop the infamous execution. Agata was then brought back to her prison where she died right after. It was Feb. 5, 251 AD. Later on the same day, the evil Quintianus, who was fleeing because he feared the riot, drowned in the river Simeto.
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Feb. 3 celebration begins with holy masses celebrated at the Cathedral from 7 to 10 a.m. Later at Noon, the solemn “Processione per l’Offerta della cera” (Offering of the wax procession) leaves from the Church of St. Agata “Alla Fornace” toward the Cathedral. Eleven Cannalori representing some local guilds head the procession. Parades of the city’s banners followed by the historic “Carrozzi du Sinatu” (18th century Catania Senate Carriages that are permanently on view at the city hall in Piazza Duomo) also follow the procession. All Catania civilian and military authorities take part in the procession. A half-hour later, Catania Fire Brigade officials offer a floral gift to the Saint. The celebration day will end in the evening with a spectacular fireworks show in Piazza Duomo called “I fochi do tri” or the fireworks performed on the evening of Feb.3rd. Feb. 4 begins with the display of the saint’s relics at the cathedral at 5 a.m. After that, the traditional “Messa dell’Aurora” (Dawn Holy Mass) is held at 6 a.m. at the Cathedral. It is one among the most intense and moments of the festival. The “Cammaredda,” the small room located inside the Cathedral, where the relics and the Saint Agata simulacrum are permanently kept, is opened before a crowd of moved and applauding and screaming devotes who compete for the best spot to see the saint statue. Later, a procession, during which the Saint Agata bust and relics tour throughout the city, starts at 7 a.m. It leaves from Porta Uzeda (in Italian, Uzeda gate) in Piazza Duomo where the Catania Archbishop performs the offering of a candle before the icon of the Madonna della Lettera. Right after, the procession proceeds through via Dusmet, via Calì, piazza Cutelli, via Vittorio Emanuele, piazza dei Martiri, via VI Aprile, piazza Giovanni XXIII (train station), viale della Libertà, piazza Iolanda, via Umberto, via Grotte Bianche, piazza Carlo Alberto (Catania outdoor market) and then piazza Stesicoro where devotees who pull the carriage show their skills performing the challenging “Capuccini slope.” It consists in running while dragging the heavy carriage, up to the Church of Saint Agata “La Vetere,” located in piazza San Domenico. There the procession stops for a couple of hours to allow devotees to rest. In the late afternoon at 6 p.m., the tour starts again from piazza San Domenico through via Plebiscito, via Vittorio Emanuele, piazza Risorgimento, piazza Palestro, via Garibaldi, via Plebiscito, via Dusmet and eventually back again to Piazza Duomo through Porta Uzeda. Feb. 5 begins with a solemn holy mass, celebrated at the Cathedral at 10:30 a.m. by all Sicily’s Cardinals, bishops jointly with local priests. Traditionally, a highranking religious guest of honor leads the mass. This year the guest will be Cardinal Angelo Bagnasco,
JANUARY 31, 2014 Archbishop of Genoa. During the mass, the “Cappella Musicale del Duomo” (the Cathedral Cantata Singers) sing a magnificent High Mass. In the afternoon, another bishop celebrates a holy mass at 4:30 p.m. at the cathedral. Later, the most spectacular Saint Agata procession starts from Piazza Duomo at 5 p.m. Crossing via Etnea it moves ahead up to piazza Cavour. The procession, which goes on all night long, reaches its climax when it arrives at the slope of via San Giuliano on its way back to Piazza Duomo in the morning on Feb. 6. Running fast, devotees pull the Saint carriage up to via San Giuliano. It is a spectacular and dangerous proof of physical strength and resistance that could only be performed by the strongest devotees as the Vara weighs several tons. Driven by pure devotion, thousands of people stay up until dawn to participate in this unique moment. At the end of the hard climb, the crowd releases the tension with a liberating thunderous applause. Eventually, the saint is brought back to the Cathedral. Complementing the festival, the traditional “Fiera di Sant’Agata” or Saint Agata Fair, featuring over 100 booths selling clothes, shoes, toys and food will be set up all day long at the Catania port through Feb. 5. For more information and detailed schedules, visit http://www. circolosantagata.it/
St. Agata Traditional Sweets For those of you with a sweet tooth, the Saint Agata festival has a lot to offer. Don’t forget to linger in the pasticcerie (pastry shops) and festival’s street booths to taste the traditional “Olivette di Sant’Agata”or Saint’Agata’s small olives) and the traditional torrone (nougat). Those olive-shaped almond sweets are related to the Saint Agata celebrations because they remind of an episode occurred during her life. Tradition holds that, when Agata was on her way to stand trial before Quintianus, she bent to tie her sandal. As she did that, an olive miraculously sprouted where she had stepped. After St. Agata’s death, those olives were preserved as relics. Olivette could also be covered with chocolate. “Torrone” or nougat is made with sugar, honey, egg whites, almonds and hazelnuts. As tradition says, it was first prepared for the wedding banquet of Bianca Maria Visconti and the duke of Milan, Francesco Sforza that took place in Cremona in 1441. Historic sources tell that the chefs shaped the Torrone as the 13th century tower, which still flanks Cremona’s cathedral, because it was included in bride’s dowry. The tower was named “Torrione” (big tower), thus the dessert was given the name “Torrone.” Historic sources say the guests of the wedding banquet, who came from every part of Italy and Europe, were so impressed by the savory taste of Torrone that they praised its delicacy as they went back home. Therefore, Torrone earned a worldwide reputation. Torrone has many different flavors. The traditional hard white one includes almonds or hazelnuts, but it can be enriched with liqueurs like rum, Gran Marnier and Strega; chocolate and also frosted with lemon, pistachio or orange icings.
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H EADLINES WWII Bomb Injures Workers in Italy (ANSA) - Turin A World War II bomb went off outside Turin Friday, badly injuring two construction workers who uncovered it. Sebastian Vieru, 27, had his right hand amputated, together with some fingers on his left hand which doctors are trying to save. He also suffered second-degree burns on his face, on his chest, and injuries to his internal organs. Ovidiu Chelaru, 48, was undergoing emergency surgery for unknown injuries. "I ran out immediately to see what had happened when I heard the explosion," said a colleague, Valentin Chelaru. "I was in the storage area, otherwise I would also have been involved". Police explosives experts are searching the area to ensure no other unearthed explosives are located there.
Italy's House Approves 'Google Tax' (Bloomberg) Italy's Parliament on Monday passed a new tax on web advertising, called "Google tax," which will require Internet companies to sell ads from locally- registered companies, instead of from units based in havens such as Ireland, Luxembourg and Bermuda. The tax has stirred controversy, with some lawyers saying it probably violates European Union laws regarding non-discrimination over commercial activity and could be subject to legal challenges. In July, at the request of the Group of 20 nations, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development proposed a blueprint to fight strategies used by companies such as Google Inc, Apple Inc and Yahoo! Inc to shift taxable profits into havens. Italy is the first major European government to pass legislation to combat the problem of moving corporate taxable earnings into havens, which costs Europe and the US over $100 billion a year, since the OECD proposal.
Mafia Wanted to 'Blow Up Leaning Tower of Pisa Palermo (AKI) The world-famous the Leaning Tower of Pisa was
among several Italian monuments that the Sicilian Mafia planned to bomb, an informant testified at a trial in Palermo on Thursday. "Imagine if Italy were to wakes up and find the Tower of Pisa no longer existed," mafia informant Gioacchino La Barbera citing late mafia chief Nino Gioe as saying. Other targets that had been considered were the Papal Archbasilica of St. John Lateran in Rome, the church of San Giorgio in Velabro in Roma and the Georgofili Academy in Florence, La Barbera told the trial investigating links between organised crime and the Italian state in the 1990s. At the trial, jailed mafia boss Toto Riina and other Sicilian mafia bosses are on the dock along with former police bosses and senior politicians, on charges of negotiating a secret non-aggression pact in the early 1990s. The Sicilian mafia had plotted to blow up the current Italian Senate speaker and former anti-mafia prosecutor Pietro Grasso. It wanted to target the police captain who arrested Riina, Sergio Di Caprio as well as prominent politicians including former justice minister Claudio Martelli, La Barbarera stated.
Italy Helicopter Crash Kills General (AFP) Rome An Italian general renowned for commanding peacekeeping missions died in a military helicopter crash north of Rome today that also killed a trainee pilot, emergency services said. General Giangiacomo Calligaris, 57, who led an army aviation division, perished in the accident along with the 25-year-old flight lieutenant, Paolo Tozzi, according to Italian media. The AB206 helicopter they were the only occupants in hit high-voltage cables and crashed between the towns of Tuscania and Montalto di Castro. Calligaris participated in numerous international peacekeeping missions, including heading a parachute brigade in Lebanon. In the late 1990s, he was part of the NATO-led mission in Kosovo, and went on to coordinate NATO's forces in Afghanistan and Chad, and contributed to the foreign effort helping Haiti after its devastating 2010 earthquake.
Learn these words in Italian!:
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English: patroness saint Italian: santa patrona English: Holy Mass Italian: Santa Messa English: fireworks Italian: fuochi d’artificio English: devotee Italian: devoto
Saint Agatha Festival English: procession Italian: processione English: relics Italian: reliquie English: Saint Agatha’s Veil Italian: Velo di Sant’Agata English: Saint Agatha’s Fair Italian: Fiera di Sant’Agata
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Ciao, Sicilia ... by jackie Gutierrez trembath NAS Sigonella Public Affairs
Almost three years ago, I was just an American newly stationed in Sicily. Now, I feel as though Sicily is my home. Then, faces were nameless. Now, I have family in my friends here. In April of 2011, Sicily was just a place on a global map. Forever more, it is a part of my soul. Living in Sicily afforded me the opportunity to travel. From Sicily, I was able to visit Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Malta, The Netherlands, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom and Vatican City. While I enjoyed the experiences in each country, Italy will always be my favorite. Trying to narrow down what I love most about living in Sicily is like trying to pick my favorite painting in a gallery full of masterpieces. There are so many reasons why I am madly in love with this beautiful island. I have never seen such vibrant colors of red and orange in a sunset as I have in Sicily, almost as if the sky were on fire. Sometimes, the sun sets against a muted sky of soft pinks and blues. Combine the sunsets with the magnificent backdrop of the Sicilian landscapes and it's like looking at piece of art. I want to stare at it and remember every brush stroke . From the coast to the valleys to the cityscapes, Sicily's has some of the most incredible views I feel like I'm living in a postcard. I fell in love with the Baroque architecture in Acireale, Pedara and Trecastagni, the coastline of Aci Trezza and Cefalù, the view of Mt. Etna from the Greek theatre inTaormina, the windmills and salt pools set against the
seascape in Marsala ... there are too many places to name, but I have tried to capture each one to memory. When I first moved to Sicily, I foolishly lamented that there wasn't a Starbucks and couldn't imagine surviving three years without my custom-made caffeine fix. Then, I discovered Italian espresso, and now I can't fathom living the rest of my life without it. In the 17 countries I have visited, Italian caffè is second to none. I will miss buying a vino from the old man in Zafferana who produces his own wine and fills glass jugs full for less than five euro. Having experienced shopping for fresh produce, meats and seafood at the market in Catania where the streets are lined with colorful treasures and the air is filled with vendors voices announcing their selections and prices will make shopping at my local grocery store in the states seem mundane. I will miss buying fresh veggies on my way home from a random street vendor set up on the side of the road with a makeshift cardboard sign and fresh garden selections displayed in the bed of a three-wheeled vehicle. Living in Sicily has made me a more confident driver. When I first moved here, I avoided Catania. The mere thought of driving in the traffic there gave me anxiety. After almost three years braving the roads here, I know I can drive anywhere, though I will have to be more mindful of traffic laws and speed limits.
When I return to the United States, I know everything will seem so different. From the food to the sights and sounds to the moments shared with friends. Every Sunday, that I wasn't traveling to another country to play tourist, I'd meet my friends for caffè and a cornetto before walking to the Antique Market in Piazza Dante. We'd search for treasures and talk about our week. The items I found at that market will always remind me of Sicily and of those Sundays spent with friends. I will miss the ringing of the church bells, one of my favorite sounds of Sicily. I love how they announce the time, even the quarter hour. I will even miss the sound of random fireworks, sometimes filling the sky at seven in the morning. I will miss the many festivals that were celebrated in the various cities. I am glad I took the opportunity to witness the parades of Patron Saint's relics in Belpasso and Nicolosi, crowds of people filling the streets. I will long for summers in Sicily, especially in Aci Trezza where kayaking around the Isole Dei Ciclopi, the great stones said to have been thrown at Odysseus in The Odyssey felt like a great adventure and snorkeling in the clear blue sea amidst the schools of fish and sea urchins clinging to the rocks made me feel like Jacques Cousteau. I will miss seeing Mount Etna every day. I appreciated her even more when I hiked up the side, sans a trail, following the gondala, my feet sinking into the rich ashy soil with every step. Although she is one of the most active volcanoes in the world, I never did get to see any large eruptions. She seemed to time those for when I was traveling in another country. But, I did get to witness lava flowing down her side several times and was always
captivated by its magnificence. Most of all, I will miss the people I have met. Mustafà, the road vendor, greets me every morning on my ride into work from Acireale. He knows my car and my name and makes it a point to come and say hello is I get stuck waiting at the intersection he works at. The conversation is always the same, with only small changes, usually about the weather. "Ciao, Jackie. Tutto a posto?," he'll inquire. "Sì, tutto bene. Come stai?," I'll reply. Just as the light is about to turn, he wishes me "Buona giornata, buon lavoro" and waves as I drive off.The other day, our conversation was a little different. In his best English, he pointed to his eye and said, "I look for you," then putting his hand over his heart he said, "Quando ti vedo, il mio cuore è contento." My Italian is good enough that I understood, "When I see you, my heart is content." I will miss my Italian friends, Alfio and Grazia, and all my American friends ... each of you have became a part of my family. I have so many wonderful memories that words fail me when I try to express just how much you all mean to me. I never thought I would love a place so much, people so much. I took a wrong turn the other day and ended up at Capo Mulini at the end a street with a cove that lead to the sea. I sat for while and watched as the water rushed against the stones and thought to myself how blessed I am. Although my time living in Sicily passed before me like a minute in an hour, it changed me, the core of me. My life is richer because of the time I was given here. And when I think of the places I have seen and the people that will always be a part of my life, il mio cuore è contento. More than content, it is bursting with gratitude.
Photo by Tony Curtis
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by LT. Edward Erwin Chaplain Corps, U.S. Navy
Winter is a season that is often characterized by the blues. Whether service members and their families are prone to S.A.D. (Seasonal Affective Disorder), the let-down after the holidays, or simply homesickness, winter can be a difficult time for many. If you are experiencing the blues, you are not alone. Millions each year face the predictable winter blues and search for relief. A brief survey of the Internet on the blues reveals a number of reasonable solutions to occasional and mild depression. Medical experts recommend a regimen of adequate sleep, proper diet and nutrition, regular physical exercise, outdoor activities with greater exposure to the sunlight, laughter-filled activities, bonding with friends and family, etc. These are simple and sane coping strategies for battling the blues. For acute and persistent depression, consult health care professionals with U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella, counselors with Fleet and Family Support Center, and chaplains with the Religious Ministries Department. What are the practical ways that religion can positively impact the blues? There is a growing body of evidence that spirituality has therapeutic value for both personal happiness and physical health. For instance, a 2007 study conducted at Duke University indicated that in a number of patients who suffered from depression that those under medical care who were genuinely religious recovered from depression in a way that others did not. Research demonstrates the beneficial correlation between spirituality and wellness in the following ways. Hopefully, these insights will help you beat the blues--before they beat you!
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Every human being searches for meaning and purpose in life. Spirituality is a source of hope and renewal. Faith is always an opportunity for new beginnings and second chances. We need God’s grace to forgive others and ourselves. Haven’t we all made mistakes? I have. Holding on to grudges is a medically proven cesspool for emotional misery. In worship we learn to be grateful for our many blessings. Gratitude fosters a positive attitude that counteracts any negative influences. Religion can forge resilience through perseverance. Faith helps us believe that in spite of difficult times that through divine inspiration tomorrow will be a better day. Belonging to a group of believers provides an emotional connection which combats loneliness and isolation. Getting involved in church can furnish a healthy support system. Prayer can give us the peace that transcends human comprehension (Philippians 4:7). The famous Serenity Prayer can guide us in discouraging circumstances: “God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.” Service, which is at the heart of religion, is medicine for the soul according to recent studies. In doing good for others, we feel good about ourselves. Ralph Waldo Emerson said: "It is one of the most beautiful compensations of this life that no man can sincerely try to help another without helping himself."
NAS Sigonella would like to highlight citizens who go above and beyond, serving their community through health and welfare, security, and resource conservation. Do you know someone who represents the ideals of NAS Sigonella? Nominate them to be recognized as a Sig Citizen! Contact thesig@eu.navy.mil with why they should be selected.
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Sig Citizens Clean-up on NAS I
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Service Members Volunteer in Nissoria Super Bowl Weekend Events Start your Super Bowl Weekend off right by supporting your favorite team on the air with AFN’s Gridlock on the Grid Iron Show Jan. 31 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Navy Exchange (NEX) 7 Day Store on NAS II, where AFN will be doing a live remote show. There will be food, fun and games. Test your throwing skills with Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR)’s Adult Quarterback Challenge. Then on Sunday night, come to the huge Super Bowl Party at Jox and support your team or your conference. It all starts at 10 p.m. and goes all night long. Some key information to help you get the most enjoyment out of the night:
Girl Scouts of America Brownie Troop 2
* FREE Bus Shuttle from NAS I and Marinai • Departs NAS I CDC Parking Lot at 9:30 and 10:30 p.m. • Departs Marinai Youth Center Parking Lot at 9:50 and 10:50 p.m. After the game ... Bus Shuttle departs for Marinai and NAS I • After the Trophy Presentation, (approximately 20 - 30 minutes after the end of the game).
Brownie Troop 2 girl scouts pose for a photo after cleaning-up trash around different areas of NAS I. (Photo provided by Brownie Troop 2)
by MC3 cameron bramham NAS Sigonella Public Affairs How old do you have to be to be a Sig citizen? Apparently not that old, especially if you ask the girl scouts from Brownie Troop 2. Brownie Troop 2 did something that most adults wouldn’t even do, devoted their time to cleaning up trash around NAS I, particularly around Midtown and the Land Annex fields. The project started as a scavenger hunt where one of their tasks was to find a piece of trash. However, after the scavenger hunt finished, the girls realized how much trash was leftover and dedicated their next task to be a base clean-up. The girls ended up filling 6 trash bags of waste and all agreed enthusiastically that their time spent cleaning-up was fun and even though they are young, Brownie Troop 2 scouts definitely understand how important their act of community service was for Sigonella.
Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Sigonella Liberty Program members, service members, and children from Comunità di Emmaus in Nissoria pose for a photo Jan. 18, after the Liberty and service members completed a community relations project for the children there. (Photo courtesy of MWR Sigonella)
On Jan. 18 Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Sigonella’s Liberty program took 12 service members to Comunità di Emmaus in Nissoria. The center focus for the community relations project was on rehabilitation for youth who have had experience with alcohol abuse, drugs, sexual abuse, and other less fortunate circumstances. The work done there was labor intensive, moving rocks to form paths that will be used for therapeutic recreation with horses, installing a new kitchen for ten new people who would be coming to live at the facility on short notice, and carrying
and stacking wood that would be used to keep the center warm, among other jobs that would take weeks to complete without our assistance. The staff working at Comunità di Emmaus was very appreciative and noted the positive impact that the community relations project would have on the children staying there. The Liberty program provides a monthly volunteer opportunity to single service members. On Feb. 22, we will return to Comunità di Emmaus. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Take 5 at 624-5602 to sign up!
* FREE Door Prize tickets to everyone for Super Bowl Shirts and Hats. * Between 10 p.m. and Midnight, all entrants will receive a different door prize ticket for a special half time drawing for 40 official Super Bowl XLVIII Programs, sponsored by United Services Automobile Association. These are the same programs that people will be buying at MetLife Stadium. * The first 100 people get free entrance into our Super Bowl 100 Squares Game. $25 NEX gift cards given out at the end of each quarter to the person who guesses the last number of each teams score correctly for that quarter. * Big Al's will be open all night providing delicious food as well as a Halftime Breakfast Special.
Midtown Movie Theaters Midtown Movie Theaters Schedule & Descriptions Schedule & Descriptions
Friday, Jan. 31 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Pancake, Asstd Doughnuts. *Lunch: Chicken Corn Chowder, Baked Fish, Scalloped Ham and Noodles, Paprika Buttered Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Brussel Sprouts Parmesan, Spiced Cake w/ Frosting, Crisp Drop Cookies. Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes. *Dinner: Chicken Noodle Soup, Beef Pork Meatballs, Spaghetti w/Tuna, Tossed Green Rice, Corn O’Brien, Spiced Cake w/ Frosting. Saturday, Feb. 1 *Breakfast: Farina, Grilled Ham Slices, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash brown, Buttermilk Pancakes. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, Onion Soup, Baked Chicken, Steamed Broccoli. *Dinner: Vegetable Soup, French Fried Potatoes, Pizza, Chicken Patties, Steamed Broccoli. Sunday, Feb. 2 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Grilled Minute Steak, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown, French Toast. *Brunch: Breakfast Items, Broccoli Soup, Pork Roast, Club Spinach. *Dinner: Chicken Vegetable Soup, Fish Sandwich, Spaghetti Meat Sauce, Rice Pilaf, Natural Pan Gravy, Seasoned Carrots.
Monday, Feb. 3 *Breakfast: Hot Hominy Grits, Minced Beef on Toast, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, Pancake. *Lunch: Cream of Asparagus Soup, Stuffed Baked Fish, Oven Brown Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Spaghetti dello Chef, Squash, Cake. *Speed Line: Assorted Pizza. *Dinner: Vegetable Supreme Soup, Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Spaghetti Carbonara, Peas & Onions, Cake.
AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY ... R STARRING: Meryl Streep, Dermot Mulroney, Julia Roberts
Tuesday, Feb. 4 *Breakfast: Hot Farina, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Grilled Sausage Patties, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, Waffles, Biscuits and Gravy. *Lunch: Spanish Soup, Beef Tacos, Burritos, Chicken Fajita, Mexican Rice, Refried Beans, Calico Corn, Broccoli, Jalapeno Cornbread, Cookies Oatmeal. *Speed Line: Grilled Panini Sandwich (Salami/Turkey), Chips Potatoes. *Dinner: Zesty Bean Soup, Pasta al Forno, Baked Italian Sausage, Roasted Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Oatmeal Cookies. Wednesday, Feb. 5 *Breakfast: Rolled Oats, Creamed Ground Beef, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Roasted Potatoes, Pancakes. *Lunch: Beef Noodle Soup, Penne Alfredo, Roast Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Mix Vegetable, Broccoli, Almond Cookies, Cake. *Speed line: Grilled Cheese/Hamburger, Baked Beans, French Fried Potatoes, Baco Grilled. *Dinner: Cream of Chicken Soup, Chicken Parmesan, Chili Macaroni, Oven Brown Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Greens Beans Nicoise, Cake. Thursday, Feb. 6 *Breakfast: Hominy Grits, Corned Beef Hash, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, French Toast. *Lunch: Corn Chowder Soup, Chicken Tetrazzini, Pork Chop w/Mushroom Gravy, Brown Gravy, Steamed Rice, Seasoned Carrots, Green Beans, Peanut Butter Cookies, Cherry Pie. *Speed Line: Chili Dog, Macaroni & Cheese, Onion Rings. *Dinner: Minestrone Soup, Turkey Pot Pie, Steamed Rice, Spaghetti alla Amatriciana, Calico Corn, Cookies. Friday, Feb. 7 *Breakfast: Hot Oatmeal, Grilled Sausage Patties, Oven Fried Bacon, Asstd Omelets, Eggs to Order, Hash Brown Potatoes, Waffles. *Lunch: Cream of Potato Soup, Baked Fish, Rice Pilaf, Spaghetti Aglio Olio e Peperoncino, Seasoned Mix Vegetables, Summer Squash, Cake. *Speed Line: Grilled Hamburger/ Cheeseburger, French Fried Potatoes, Baked Beans. *Dinner: French Onion Soup, Roast Beef, Steamed Rice, Spaghetti w/Fish & Tomato Cherry, Spinach, Cake.
Wednesday, Feb. 5
5:00 PM The Nut Job 3D 5:30 PM 47 Ronin 7:30 PM American Hustle 8:00 PM Anchorman 2
Thursday, Feb. 6 2:00 PM A Bug's Life G 5:00 PM Secret Life of Walter M. PG 5:30 PM Paranormal Activity 5 R
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Walking Dinosaurs 3D The Nut Job Secret Life of Walter M. Grudge Match Paranormal Activity 5
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The Nut Job 3D Anchorman 2 47 Ronin 3D Jack Ryan Lone Survivor
Sunday, Feb. 2
Tuesday, Feb. 4
As a reminder, all dependents are always welcome at the galley! Please provide any negative or positive feedback. There is a suggestions box near the entrance to the galley, next to the serving line.
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Walking Dinosaurs 3D A Madea Christmas Hobbit Part 2 3D Paranormal Activity 5
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Secret Life of Walter M. PG Walking With dinosaurs PG Saving Mr. Banks PG-13 Jack Ryan PG-
The LEGO Movie 3D Paranormal Activity 5 Lone Survivor Legend of Hercules 3D
Saturday, Feb. 8
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The LEGO Movie 3D The Nut Job August: Osage County Grudge Match The Monuments Men
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Secret Life of Walter M. The LEGO Movie Legend of Hercules 3D The Monuments Men 47 Ronin 3D
Sunday, Feb. 9
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Strong-willed women of the Weston family have travelled different paths until a family crisis brings them back to their Oklahoma roots. (121 m.) THE LEGEND OF HERCULES 2D & 3D ... PG-13 STARRING: Kellan Lutz, Gaia Weiss, Scott Adkins Betrayed by his stepfather, the King, and exiled and sold into slavery because of a forbidden love, Hercules must use his formidable powers to fight his way back to his rightful kingdom. (99 m.) THE LEGO MOVIE 2D &3D ... PG STARRING: Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett An ordinary LEGO minifigure, mistakenly thought to be the Master Builder, is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil LEGO tyrant from gluing the universe together. (100 m.) THE MONUMENTS MEN ... PG-13 STARRING: George Clooney, Cate Blanchett, Matt Damon An unlikely World War II platoon are tasked to rescue art masterpieces from Nazi thieves and return them to their owners. (118 m.) PARANORMAL ACTIVITY 5: THE MARKED ONES ... R STARRING: Andrew Jacobs, Jorge Diaz, Gabrielle Walsh Jesse begins experiencing a number of disturbing and unexplainable things after the death of his neighbor. As he investigates, it isn't long before Jessie finds he's been marked for possession by a malevolent demonic entity, and it's only a matter of time before he is completely under its control. (84 m.) THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY ... PG-13 STARRING: Ben Stiller, Kristen Wiig, Jon Daly A day-dreamer escapes his anonymous life by disappearing into a world of fantasies filled with heroism, romance and action. When his job along with that of his co-worker are threatened, he takes action in the real world embarking on a global journey that turns into an adventure more extraordinary than anything he could have ever imagined. (114 m.)
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VP-9 CSADD Chapter Celebrates MLK Day with Volunteerism by LCDR Jeremy Yarbrough Patrol Squadron (VP) 9
Members of the Patrol Squadron (VP) 9 Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSAAD) chapter commemorated the Martin Luther King, Jr. federal holiday, Jan. 20, by volunteering alongside members of the Catania community. The 2014 Martin Luther King Jr. Day theme, "A Day On! Not a Day Off!," is meant to motivate people across the nation to observe the federal holiday as a day of service to help out their surrounding community. VP-9 Sailors spent their day at the Parrochia S. Giovanni Apostolo, [Church of Saint John the Apostle]. The “Golden Eagle” volunteers refurbished the outside of the church’s new community center. They were joined by a team of local youths from a nearby school, IPSIA Enrico Fermi. Father Orazio Bonaccorsi, the project leader, was delighted by the joint effort and particularly pleased with the presence of the 15 Sailors from VP-9. He said, “Once again, you have shown your superb support to our com-
munity,” referencing the clean up of a local amphitheatre completed by the Golden Eagles on their last deployment. The CSAAD volunteers shared a common purpose with their Italian partners. The volunteers from IPSIA Enrico Fermi are part of a school program called “Legality and Morality”. Their leader, Professor Giuseppe Conte said, “The aim of the program is to introduce young Italian youths to giving back to their community and having fun in a healthy and uplifting environment.” Similarly, CSADD is a peerto-peer mentorship program geared at Sailors 18 to 25 years old. VP-9’s CSADD chapter, led by Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class (Aviation Warfare) Angelina Harris, looks for positive ways to build camaraderie and leadership through community service. “It was a pleasure working with IPSIA Enrico Fermi to serve a great purpose in the Catania community,” said Harris. “We look forward to opportunities to
work with them again in the future.” Once both teams got acquainted, they quickly started working. By the end of the day, the volunteers had managed to sand and prime the entire building as well as fully paint over a third of the structure. The project was coordinated with the Naval Air Station Sigonella Public Affairs Office as part of the base’s Community Relations program and was arranged by Dr. Alberto Lunetta. VP-9 is assigned to Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing 2, Marine Corps Base Hawaii. The squadron consists of 71 officers and 276 enlisted personnel who maintain and operate eight P-3C Orion maritime patrol aircraft. The squadron is forward deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility and is currently assigned to Command Task Force (CTF) 67, responsible for tactical control of deployed maritime patrol and reconnaissance squadrons throughout the European and African areas of responsibility.
Sigonella Elementary Presents: Math Knight Sigonella Elementary invites all families and their children, pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, to attend the annual "Math Knight". It will be held on Feb. 7 from 4 - 6 p.m. at Knight's Hall. There will be math games based on the Math Standards, Star Lab, Smart Board / technology activities, and estimation stations. Food, snacks, and drinks will also be available. Bring your family and enjoy a night of math and learning!
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