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US, Senegal: Continue to fight against illicit traficking!

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CPO Mess:

Sprinklers:

Celebrating 123rd Birthday!!

First overseas automatic sprinkler system

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Commander, U.S. Sixth Fleet Covers the Bases at NAS Sigonella

By Nicole Ybarra NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily (NNS) -- Vice Adm. James Foggo, III, commander U.S. 6th Fleet visited with Sailors and hosted an all-hands call during a scheduled trip to Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sicily, March 31, 2016.

Foggo expressed his gratitude to the Sailors, speaking to the many achievements in the region such as the collective defense support provided

by NAS Sigonella Sailors.

Quote: "You are permanently ensconced on the map and your relevance will only increase in the years to come."

- Vice Adm. James Foggo, III, Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet Following his remarks, Foggo fielded questions from Sailors on topics ranging from the threat of Daesh (ISIS) and an increase of soft targets in the West, the changing dynamic of ballistic missile defense and an expanded footprint of defense inland with the opening of Naval Support Facility Deveselu, Romania, and finally the growing threat of cyber terrorism.

Foggo dined with Sailors at the galley, met with Sailors from Commander, Task Force 67, held quarters with Patrol Squadron 4, toured Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department, and spoke with Marines from Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force.

Because of its location near the center of the Mediterranean Sea, NAS Sigonella is well placed to enable and support operations of U.S. 6th Fleet and allied forces. The installation provides

Commander, U.S. 6th Fleet, Vice Adm. James Foggo III, addresses service members and civilian employees during an all-hands call aboard Naval Air Station Sigonella, March 31, 2016. U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ramon Go/Released)

quality services in support of the Fleet, Fighter, and Family for Commander, Navy Installations Command in Navy Region, Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia.

NAS Sigonella is a U.S. Navy installation and an Italian Air Force base in Sicily, Italy.

U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa.

NAS Sigonella Celebrates 123 Years of “Navy Chief, Navy Pride!”

By MC2 Ramon Go NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

NAS Sigonella, Sicily – The men and women who have earned the right to wear fouled anchors on their collar celebrated the proud history of the chief petty officer during the CPO 123rd birthday.

The Sigonella CPO mess celebrated their birthday with a luncheon and cake-cutting at NAS 2 Ristorante Bella Etna, March 24.

“If we didn’t have chief petty officers, we wouldn’t have the term ‘deckplate leadership’ and we recognize those two things as one and

Sailors participate in the Heritage Run 2016 sponsored by the chief petty officer mess, April 1, in celebration of the 123rd birthday of chief petty officers with a birthday luncheon, March 24. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tony D. Curtis/Released)

the same,” said NAS Sigonella Commanding Officer Capt. Christopher Dennis. “That’s 123 years of mission accomplishments throughout the world from the Spanish-American War, WWI, WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Cold War, etc.

Therefore, happy birthday to Sigonella chief petty officers across the base, as well as Navy-wide!”

After Capt. Dennis gave his best wishes to the crowd, Chief Logistics Specialist Dametries Holmes posed a question to the crowd, “What does it mean to be a chief?”

Holmes shared a lesson he learned long before earning his anchors. “Growing up my mother would always tell me to finish whatever you obligate yourself to because quitting is not an option, and do everything to the best of our abilities everyday.”

As Sailors strive to earn the next paygrade, their responsibilities change. Sailors often start their career as a worker bee, but as they gain experience and rank, they quickly become supervisors.

“As a chief, it’s our responsibility to ensure we are fostering an environment conducive to a few things like resilience, because hardships will come; it’s called life,” said Holmes. “You have to know where to find the answers and ensure your Sailors are well taken care of.”

Holmes continued to explain the impact chief petty officers have on their junior Sailors every day and shared a reminder for “all chiefs to be approachable and receptive and to lead by example. Set the example brothers and sisters and maintain it. Be the best of who you can be.”

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Safety Spotlight: Parking Lots Whenever motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic must mix, accidents seem to be inevitable, but the number of parking lot accidents just doesn’t seem to make sense. Vehicle operators need to remember that the restricted lanes and spaces in a parking lot allow for little or no room for evasive action if speed is too high for instant stopping when an impact is imminent. Very slow driving and constant alertness is imperative wherever people are walking or vehicles are parked.

Other accidents result from blind corners that often exist where aisles empty into traffic lanes and the countless incidents where thoughtless handling causes one vehicle to scrape another in narrow parking spaces.

• Try to park your car as centered and straight in a space as is possible.

• Avoid parking next to cars that are parked at an angle.

• Avoid parking at the end of an aisle where there is the additional exposure from vehicles turning.

Commanding Officer Capt. Chris Dennis April 1 marks the start of the annual Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. This year’s theme is Eliminate Sexual Assault: Know Your Part, Do Your Part. When we are each aware of how and why sexual assaults occur and we commit to acting to prevent them, then together, informed and motivated, we will eliminate sexual assaults in our ranks and our community.

Here at Sigonella, no matter active duty or civil servant, US or Italian, contractor or dependent, we are all Sig’ Citizens. And we each have the responsibility of health and welfare, taking care of ourselves and looking out for one another. I can think of no more demonstrative way to show our commitment to health and welfare than to prevent sexual assaults through being truly aware about sexual assault and committing to act to prevent it.

Awareness... Statistics show alcohol is involved in roughly 80% of all sexual assaults. This suggests if we commit to a healthy relationship with alcohol, we may massively reduce sexual assaults in our community.

Through my own life experiences I've come to learn there are two questions we can ask ourselves each time we drink to help determine if we have used alcohol reliably or dangerously. Q1) Do I remember everything with clarity from when I was drinking? Q2) Am I embarrassed or ashamed of anything I did or said while I was drinking? I've learned If I have memory fuzziness or gaps or shame then I need to drink less, maybe a lot less.

Imagine, if we each used these questions. Our livers would be healthier, we'd surely reduce sexual assaults in our community, and we'd save friendships, careers, marriages, and lives.

Another way we can help prevent sexual assaults is to get to know people who attract us while sober. Getting to know that hope-to-be-special-

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someone, without the influence of alcohol allows both people to truly know if they like one another AND to agree on intimacy likes, dislikes and boundaries.

When intimacy comes into the relationship it should always do so on agreed terms. Though alcohol seems like a sure fire shortcut to intimacy by bypassing each person's natural defenses, unfortunately this bypass too often leads to one person experiencing more than he or she wanted. When this happens, he or she is a victim. And that makes you the alleged. Neither should be either! So if that special someone isn't interested in you sober, don't turn to the bottle. Instead keep looking. Sicily is a beautiful island filled with five million beautiful people, I’m sure that one of them will like you sober, maybe two ;) Continuing, as we saw demonstrated during last month's DON SAPRO Pure Praxis performances, caring enough to step in can prevent sexual harassment, sexual assault, and re-victimization and is another critically important part of maintaining the health and welfare of our community. We must be aware of many destructive types of situations as they brew and step in effectively before they scorch.

Finally, victims of sexual assault are tremendously brave coming forward and entrusting caring, compassionate, and competent caregivers to help on the victim's terms. Coming forward helps expedite healing and it can prevent future sexual assaults, raise awareness, and embolden other victims.

We all have a part to play in preventing sexual assault. The vast majority of people will never com-

mit a sexual assault. But we need EVERYBODY to commit to its eradication. Only standing together as a community can we make a definitive difference! It is a personal and community challenge for each of us to be honest with ourselves, recognizing the need to change our lifestyles and habits when necessary. When we are individually and collectively aware and committed to being worthy Sig' Citizens, magic happens.

Sigonella, we are a community of people who treat one another with dignity and respect. Sexual assault simply doesn't have a place in our house.

Know your part! Do your part!

Commanding Officer's Suggestion Box The ICE/CO Suggestion Box is for our community and Commanding Officer to discuss, with an eye toward constant improvement, how we are excelling* and how we can improve**.

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

There are two ways to submit; go to: 1) Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) home page on a One-Net computer at: http://ice.disa.mil, All Sigonella services are found under the Navy Europe Listing in the scroll-down menu. – or – 2) NAS Sigonella's website www.cnic.navy.mil/Sigonella, go to the "About" drop down menu and click on "CO Suggestion Box".

Distracted Parenting Jeopardizes Kids' Safety and Emotional Connection From Fleet & Family Support Center

It's easier than ever to be distracted in today's fast-paced age, especially if you're a parent. But being distracted while watching your kids can jeopardize their safety and weaken their emotional connection with you. Be aware of these common distractions: • Technology (including use of smartphones and online games) • Stress (due to everyday situations or the unique circumstances of military life) • Daily tasks (like laundry, cooking, or other chores around the house) It's important to take time for yourself, but don't put your children in danger, or miss out on important parts of their lives, because you weren't paying attention. If you feel that distractions or stressors are getting in the way of your ability to juggle parenting responsibilities, support is available.

• Bath time can be just as dangerous as pool time. Even if there's just four inches of water in a bathtub, it's crucial to pay attention the whole time your kids are in the water.

It's a high-risk situation during which a parent should never be using a cellphone, doing something in the next room, or otherwise distracted. Drowning is a top cause of unintentional injury and death among children.

• Leaving a young child unsupervised to check the laundry could mean a trip to the emergency room. Playtime might not seem dangerous, but five minutes is enough time for an active toddler to climb a bookshelf and fall, or open the front door and cross the street. If you have to step away, make sure your child is within your line of sight or in a safe situation first.

• Spending too much time on technology can hurt your child's development. Face-to-face interactions are the primary way children learn — so when technology gets in the way of that, your children miss out on important developmental milestones. Kids who watch their parents pay more attention to a cellphone or video game can begin to act out to get a parent's attention. Finding time to unplug will benefit your child.

Source: http://www.militaryonesource.mil/safe-andsound/distracted-parenting

CORRECTION: Due to a publishing error in last week’s Signature [April 1, 2016], the front page story on Alberto Lunetta had an incomplete final sentence.

It should have read: (Chaplain Derrick Horne) “I believe there is not a charity official, school director, local official, or historical site supervisor on the Island of Sicily who does not know the name ‘Alberto Lunetta.’”

Our sincere apology to Alberto Lunetta, Chaplain Horne and our readers.

The parking lot is the most common transition point for a switch in personalities. The driver becomes a pedestrian, and vice versa. After getting out of the car, some people seem to forget that they are no longer behind the wheel. After parking, they dart out into traffic as if to make up time for being late for an appointment. As a driver, you are aiming tons of steel directly at that darting pedestrian. Can you stop in time?

When backing out of a space, you must not only be aware of the clearances between your vehicle and the other vehicles to either side, but you must also be aware of cars and pedestrians that might drive or walk into your line of travel.

• You should constantly be moving your eyes to the left, right, and directly behind as hazards can develop in an instant.

• Another vehicle’s driver might be rushing to get to a space and not see you pulling out, another vehicle

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could suddenly pull out of a space behind you, or a pedestrian might be engrossed in their latest purchase and could walk right into your path.

• Don’t depend on your horn, the other driver might not react quickly enough to avoid hitting your car. The best deterrent to a parking lot accident would be awareness and preparedness.

Never speed in a lot- hitting another car or a pedestrian is never worth gaining a few seconds or a good parking space.

For more information, contact Mr. Gomez at 624-6261 or ABF2 Taylor at 624-5630/6266

EDITORIAL Public Affairs Officer Lt. Andriana Genualdi andriana.genualdi@eu.navy.mil Assistant Public Affairs Officer Lt. Jake Barreiro jake.barreiro@eu.navy.mil Editor Nicole Ybarra nicole.ybarra@eu.navy.mil Community Relations Officer Dott. Alberto Lunetta alberto.lunetta.it@eu.navy.mil PAO Staff Writers \ Photographers MC1 Tony D. Curtis anthony.curtis@eu.navy.mil MC2 Ramon Go ramon.go@eu.navy.mil CONTACT US Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sicily thesig@eu.navy.mil DSN 624-5440; 095-86-5440 PSC 812 Box 7, FPO, AE 09627-0001

Name: MA3(SW) Edward Fitch Dept: NAS Sigonella Security Department Hometown: Racine, Wisconsin MA3 Fitch began his Navy career stationed at Norfolk, Va., on the USS Porter (DDG 78) as an undesignated Sailor who struck into the Master-at-Arms rating.

Fitch arrived in Sicily nine months ago and has, since then, traveled to Geneva, Barcelona, and Malta. But, his trips don't stop there.

"My next trip I'd like to go to is Copenhagen because back in my hometown we had a few foreign exchange students from there that I've kept in touch with since high school, and so I would like to go visit them while I am here."

Nothing reminds him of home like the family Fitch has in his life. "My sisters and the two new additions to the family with a total of seven nephews and two neices. I will be visiting them soon."

MA3 Fitch has received many bravo zulu's all throughout the base for his exceptional work ethic and his positivity has spread in the community.

"It's life lessons for me. I know if I am having a bad day, there is someone out there who has it worse than I do. I know when I come to work everyday, I can always control my attitude and effort. Growing up with my sisters, I grew up fast and controlling my attitude and effort is the baseline of how I start my day. Doing my job and doing it in a manner that holds myself to a higher standard as well as those around me is my motivation."

Fitch is focused on staying Navy, but his ultimate goal is to be accepted into the Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP).

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U.S., Senegal Continue Fight Against Illicit Trafficking in West African Nation

By Staff Sgt. Bryan Peterson SPMAGTF-CR-AF Public Affairs

THIES, Senegal – Senegalese soldiers completed a month-long training exercise with U.S. Marines, March 18, at a military training facility in Thies, Senegal.

U.S. Marines with Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Crisis Response-Africa, trained their counterparts with Senegal’s Compagnie Fusilier de Marin Commando, or COFUMACO, in infantry tactics, making this the 10th training between the two forces.

In an effort to combat illicit trafficking in the region, the Marines were in Senegal at the request of the host nation government in coordination with the U.S. Embassy in Dakar. The Ma-

rines trained with the COFUMACO in Toubacouta in the southern part of the country for two weeks before moving up to Thies.

Thanks to previous training missions focusing on small-boat operations, where the Senegalese commandos and Marines worked together on beach raids, the Marines were able to focus more on land-based infantry skills. The month-long training was tailored to patrolling, reconnaissance, raids, combat marksmanship and scouting.

“Previous teams of Marines and Coastguardsmen trained the COFUMACO in small-boats which allowed them to become proficient in making beach entries,” said 1st Lt. Justin Klein, the SPMAGTF-CR-AF team leader in Senegal. “During an exercise in Tou-

Senegalese soldiers completed a month-long training exercise with U.S. Marines, March 18, at a military training facility in Thies, Senegal. U.S. Marines with Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Crisis Response-Africa, trained their counterparts with Senegal’s Compagnie Fusilier de Marin Commando, or COFUMACO, in infantry tactics, making this the 10th training engagement between the forces. In an effort to combat illicit trafficking in the region, the Marines were in Senegal at the request of the host nation government in coordination with the U.S. Embassy in Dakar. The Marines trained with the COFUMACO in Toubacouta in the southern part of the country for two weeks before moving up to Thies.

(U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Staff Sgt. Bryan A. Peterson)

bacouta, the commandos were able to make their own beach landing and raid on a suspected enemy compound. Once they landed, that’s when we were able to concentrate more on advanced infantry tactics.”

The continued military partnership between the U.S. Marines and the COFUMACO aims to improve life in Senegal by increasing the country’s economy while defeating the illicit financial means funding terrorist groups in West Africa, including countries in the Gulf of Guinea.

Forms of illicit trafficking include cocaine, heroin, counterfeit medicine, people, small arms, diamonds, ivory and cigarettes, among others.

According to a United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, or UNODC, 2009 report, cocaine from South America, destined for Europe, enters Senegal from neighboring countries, due to increased drug interdictions in North America and an increase use in Europe.

In a 2013, “Eight Steps To Counter Drug Trade In West Africa” report by the U.S. Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control, thousands of U.S. troops are in the continent training and advising police and militaries to increase operational capabilities in partner nations to counter illicit trafficking, which “provides financing to dangerous terrorist organizations that pose a threat to the United States and its allies.”

Senegalese Cpl. Oba Thierno, a commando with COFUMACO, knows the Marines well, as he has participated in all but three of the partner-nation training engagements. His level of proficiency has elevated his position in the COFUMACO, where he can now move into a teaching role, gaining confidence among his subordinates.

“I have worked with the Marines since 2013 and the training they provide is very beneficial to our unit,” said Thierno. “From the start, it was tough.

We weren’t use to their tactics. As time went on, we picked up on the training

and started to put it to use in real life.

“When we were involved in an operation last year, my unit was ambushed and pinned down,” Thierno continued.

“But, because of the training we received from the Marines, we were able to fight our way out of it with sustaining very minimal casualties.”

During COFUMACO’s final exercise March 18-19 in Thies’ dry, arid landscape, the unit set out on a patrol to locate fictitious enemy forces known to be operating in the area, who were Marines acting as the enemy.

The patrol began in the early afternoon and lasted until the next morning.

At times, the commandos suspected an enemy presence and conducted reconnaissance. Ultimately, the COFUMACO found the enemy position, formulated an attack plan and neutralized the threat.

Various Marines from the team followed their counterparts only as advisors, throughout the mission.

Klein said, based off of previous missions’ after action reports, the Marines were able to train on more advanced infantry tactics due to their knowledge level and tactical proficiency.

“Much like the Marine Corps, the COFUMACO does not receive as much funding and equipment as the Senegalese Army, but still performs well,” said Klein. “When we came down here, we wanted to see where they were at and they did well. From there on out, we got more in depth and they were very tuned in to what we had to offer. They wanted to get as much training as they could.

“I believe the positive impact we can have on them is knowing they will be better prepared to fight illicit trafficking,” Klein went on to say, “or any other threat they may face. Some of these guys also have combat experience and that helps tailor their questions to what they have faced in the past. This is a great partnership because of the relationship we have with them and the pride they have in defending their country.”

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National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week; Apr. 10 – 16

By LT JAKE BARREIRO NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

Every year during the second week of April, the Telecommunications Personnel in the public safety community are honored to reflect on the important role of the 911 dispatcher as the first, first responder. National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week was established in 1991 to honor the emergency dispatchers, officially known as Public Safety Telecommunicators. These personnel act as the front line for response, and are generally the first person a caller deals with during a crisis and handle these life-altering emergency calls. NAS Sigonella Emergency Dispatch has personnel who work day in and day out answering calls from NAS I, NAS II, Marinai, and out in town when it comes to emergencies for U.S. personnel stationed onboard NAS Sigonella. “As a 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator, their training, experience, compassion and composure is in preparation for "The Call,"” said Mr. David Kieltsch, EOC’s Lead Dispatcher. “They all know that it is not a question of if you will get "The Call," it is just a question of when.”

NAS Sigonella maintains a vigilant watch with at least three people manning at all times; one fire, one security, and one supervisor dispatcher on 12-hour shifts. "We get an average of five first responder calls a day," said Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Chad Cruse, dispatch supervisor. Cruse and his fellow telecommunicators work 12 hour shifts and rotate from days to nights and nights to days every quarter. A fire dispatcher is in charge of communicating to the firehouse and on-scene fire chief.

It is their job to inform the firehouse of any alarms received through the fire alarm systems. The security dispatcher relays information back and forth with security units in fixed posts and first responders. The supervisor dispatcher oversees the two dispatchers and passes down information to the command duty officer and the watch commander. Mr. Jeffrey Moore EOC/Dispatch Manager commended his dispatchers saying, “It has been a pleasure to have been their manager and I applaud their dedication and hard work as National Telecommunicator Week approaches.”

NASSIG Begins Sexual Assault Awareness Prevention Month

Members of the NAS Sigonella community participated in a SAPR walk on base in support of the Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) and Proclamation signing, April 5.

The 2016 SAAPM theme is "Eliminate Sexual Assault: Know Your Part, Do Your Part." (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ramon Go/Released)

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Ten Wonderful Things to do in Italy in April Story by The Local

So ends the winter of our discontent — it’s April! Birds sing, bees buzz, cypresses, well, stay green and Italy has a ton of different events. Don’t expect the locals to finally put away their parkas and embrace the sun yet, for aprile non ti scoprire.

Saint George’s Day — April 23rd — Caresana, Piedmont In the heavily agricultural Piedmont region, the patron saint of farm workers, Saint George is honored in a fitting way — with ox and bread. Oxen hauling carts are raced down the city’s streets, with the winner being able to carry the saint’s banner proudly on it’s cart. Then, free bread is handed out to all. For a change of pace with some agrarian life, what could be better?

Vinitaly — April 8th - 11th — Verona Want to find the best Sicilian wine? Then go to Vinitay. Celebrating it’s 50th edition, the wine festival is one of the country’s biggest, with nearly 4,000 winemakers present from 29 countries — as well as all 20 of Italy’s different wine regions.

While the trade event runs from April 10th-13th, the fun spills out into the streets of Verona earlier that week. Tastings, lectures on the wine market, food to match, and live music and DJ sets will be held to entertain all the real and wannabe sommeliers in attendance.

Vinitaly has opted for the historic center of Verona to offer consumers four days dedicated to wine, food and culture. The heart of Verona, from Friday 8 to, will be home to Vinitaly and the City - the event dedicated specifically to wine lovers with a "long night" on Saturday 9 April that also involves local shops. The off-show event involves some of the finest historical locations in Verona with a program of interesting tastings and events, not the least in the company of famous guests. The virtual tour around the locations for Vinitaly and the City begins in one of the most elegant areas of the city, Piazza dei Signori, where professional sommeliers will help wine lovers discover the best Italian wines proposed by tutelage consortia and wine cellars, while I love Italian Food will organize mini-tastings focusing on 100% Italian excellence in the food & wine points. The labels highlighted during Vinitaly and the City are available after purchasing a ticket (12 euros, with an on-line promotion of 10 euros) including three wine and two food tastings. The event continues the Vinitaly and the City Lounge, held in the nearby Loggia di Fra' Giocondo. This area is home to the cultural activities included in the initiative: there will be scheduled debates focusing on wine and culture topics as well as meetings with journalists and figures in the Italian art scene. Events continue in Cortile del Mercato Vecchio with Vinitaly and the City Music Lounge and its genuine 'glam' atmosphere: tastings of wine and food line up alongside free performances by nationally known artists and dj sets as unique occasions full of flavor and entertainment. A number of San Remo Music Festival stars have already confirmed, including Irene Fornaciari and Francesco Gabbani, the winner of this year's younger performer section. The off-show event also ensures special attention for enthusiasts of organic wine - by now developing from a niche product into trend-setting reality - in the halls of the Austrian Arsenal with BIO logic, the exhibition event (ticket 10 euros for 3 tastes) where visitors can enjoy genuine organic and biodynamic wines as well as performances and artistic-cultural encounters revealing the flavors and traditions of Italy with "delicacies on wheels" thanks to the gourmet food truck. The Vinitaly and the City project includes a tour-tasting as well as guided wine and food tours which, between historical story-telling and tastings of wines from all over Italy, will stop off in historical sites throughout the city whereby ancient archaeological sites are also joined by famous restaurants taking part in this initiative. For more info , visit www.vinitaly.com Rome’s Birthday — April 21st Founded way back in 753 BC, supposedly by the twins Romulus and Remus, Rome, as Italy's capital, puts on quite the party. All museums and parks are free to the public. You can expect many parades to block up streets and packed hotels, so book early.

Historical reenactments will take place at all the Roman ruins dotting the city, including the Circus Maximus and the Coliseum, while that night the Tiber will be bathed in the light of fireworks. Just save the candles and singing — you’ll be at it for a while.

Artichoke Festival — April 15th - 17h — Ladispoli, Lazio Nothing says Italian food quite like the artichoke, and April is the month of their celebration. All across Italy, festivals can be found in honor of the thistly plant. But the biggest is in Lazio, where artichokes were first harvested by the Romans. Expect to find all of the nearly 50 kinds of artichokes in the small town, as well as restaurants with fixed menus selling artichokes with every course.

Corsa all’Anello — April 21st into May — Narni, Umbria The townspeople of Narni created this festival in In honor

of this town’s first bishop, Saint Giovenale. After falling out of recognition, it was reborn in 1968. During the Race for the Ring, Narni’s best horsemen, representing a Terzieri, or city district, try to snag a golden ring on a lance to win bragging rights for their home locale. Plenty of medieval costumes will be dusted off, and feasts of pork and wine will be held in the town.

Gelato Festival — April 21st -25th — Florence Nothing says Italy quite like gelato, and nothing says Florence quite like the Piazza Michelangelo, and the view of all its renaissance spires and domes. Put the two together and you have a killer combination. This is the start of the seventh annual Gelato Festival, which brings together some of Italy’s top ice cream makers to put their skills to the test in an open competition for the crown of best gelato in the country.

The traveling festival will move on to other Italian and European cities throughout the summer such as Rome, Milan, Valencia, and London before returning to Florence to crown the final winners in early September. Buy a ticket to taste all the different flavors and add your voice to the conversation Saint Biago’s Day — April 28th — Avetrana, Puglia This small town in southern Italy explodes with life over the feast day of its patron saint. A massive procession takes up the whole center of town as the city stops and celebrates for two days.

Try some the local specialties, like baccala alla salentina, salted cod covered in breadcrumbs, pecorino, and tomato and baked potatoes, or orecchiette, meaning little ear-shaped pasta, in tomato and ricotta.

Saint Mark’s Day — April 25th — Venice Venice becomes even more romantic on Saint Mark’s Day, as the traditional celebration is for men to give blooming roses to the women they love. Also, there is the Regata di Traghetti, where gondolas compete in a race from Venice’s old arsenal to the Rialto fish market — while loaded with passengers.

While the grunting of a gondolier with their pride on the line may kill the mood a little, try to enjoy the ride anyway

From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- In response to feedback from the fleet and senior enlisted leadership, the Navy announced two changes to its uniform policy, March 31, in NAVADMIN 082/16.

First, the Navy is updating its tattoo policy and will authorize Sailors to: * Have one tattoo on their neck that does not exceed one inch in any direction. * Have visible tattoos below the elbow or knee -no longer restricting their size or amount. * Allow Sailors with sleeve tattoos to be assigned to Recruit Training Command and Recruiting Command positions -- previously not allowed.

The Navy's tattoo content restrictions will remain the same: no tattoo located anywhere on the body can be prejudicial to good order, discipline and morale, or be of a nature that brings discredit upon the naval service.

This policy update is being made in response to the increased popularity of tattoos for those curMarch 31, 2016 - An illustration depicting expanded U.S. Navy tattoo policies. (U.S. Navy photo rently serving and in the population from which the illustration by Mass Communication Specialist Navy draws its recruits. It is also meant to ensure the Navy does not miss opportunities to bring in talent2nd Class Lorenzo John Burleson/Released)

ed young men and women who are willing to serve.

More information on these changes, which go into effect April 30, can be found in NAVADMIN 082/16.

Second, NAVADMIN 082/16 also authorizes commands to immediately wear a coyote-brown command ball cap with the Navy Working Uniform Type II and III. The manner of wear, logos, lettering and overall descriptions can be found in Navy Regulations, Chapter 3, article 3501.8.

The eight-point cover will remain the standard head gear worn with the NWU Type II and III during uniform inspections, special events and as determined by the unit commanding officer.

Ball caps are considered organizational clothing and commands may use appropriated funds to buy them. Information on how commands may purchase these ball caps can be found in NAVADMIN 082/16, and can be found at www.npc.navy.mil.

Complete information on Navy uniform policy and regulation can be found at http://www.public. navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/uniforms/Pages/default2.aspx For more news from Chief of Naval Personnel, visit www.navy.mil/local/cnp/

Navy Announces SAAPM 2016 Theme: "Eliminate Sexual Assault: Know your part. Do your part" From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Navy leaders announced March 30, the 2016 Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) theme of "Eliminate Sexual Assault: Know your part. Do your part."

The April awareness month is designed to build momentum for year-round efforts to eliminate the crime of sexual assault, while making sure all Sailors are treated with dignity and respect.

"By sharing stories, ideas, and the resources needed to build awareness, we hope every command and every Sailor takes away something meaningful from this month," said Rear Adm. Ann Burkhardt, director, 21st Century Sailor Office. "Leaders who feel empowered to make a difference and encourage their Sailors to do the same, are the critical link to ensure we end this crime across the fleet."

Earlier this year, Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson, announced five initiatives to help "end the scourge of sexual assault" in our Navy. "Eliminating sexual assault requires more than words, zero tolerance requires an all-hands effort," he said.

CNO's five initiatives include: 1) A Shipmate is not a "bystander." If you see something wrong, do Sailors assigned to Naval Station Everett participate in a base-wide contest "Chalking it up something right. for Sexual Assault Awareness Prevention." Participants use chalk to create awareness themed 2) Establish counselors within the Fleet and Family Support murals at Jackson Plaza. The contest, sponsored by Fleet and Family Services, is designed Centers as a resource for victim support. to encourage and spread sexual assault awareness during the month of April, which is 3) Improve our personnel management practices and procedures, designated by the Department of Defense as SAPR awareness month. (U.S. Navy photo by following a sexual assault experience, to ensure our Sailors are put in Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alex Van'tLeven/Released) the best position possible to succeed.

4) Continue our efforts to educate our Sailors and reduce alcohol abuse in with the month's theme of "Know your part, Do your part," as Sailors can use knowledge and then action that will help eliminate sexual assault in the ranks. the Navy, particularly binge drinking.

5) Better utilize technology to remove cultural barriers and stigma associated The SAAPM 2016 Toolkit can be used to determine some of the best ways to observe the awareness month. The website also includes resources for victims with reporting a sexual assault or seeking advice and counsel.

In addition to asking Sailors to learn, discuss and think about sexual assault of sexual assault to reach out and get help.

For more information, go to http://www.sapr.navy.mil and click on SAAPM prevention, commands are encouraged to organize events in April to highlight the awareness and prevention of sexual assaults. Information, references, and 2016.

For more news from Chief of Naval Personnel, visit http://www.navy.mil/ resources can be found online at www.sapr.navy.mil.

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All Hands News Bulletin: Drug and Alcohol Program Advisor (DAPA) skit performers needed!

It's that time again!!!! The DAPA team is looking for highly motivated individuals for the upcoming DAPA training event that will be held on April 27, 2016 at the NAS 1 Midtown area. There are volunteer opportunities for actors, tear down/set up crew and more. All volunteers will receive a letter of appreciation for the event.

If you are interested, please contact MM1 Lange at 624-4189/alexander. lange@eu.navy.mil , LS1 Moreno at 624-5511/Dionicio.Moreno@eu.navy. mil or ABF2 Aguilar at 624-5511/Alexis.Aguilar@eu.navy.mil 2016 PFA Cycle 1 season is under way!

PRIMS is still not allowing the completion of the PARFQ electronically, a partial program release date has been identified of 15Apr, we will inform

everyone if the electronic option becomes available before the start of Cycle 1. If the electronic version is not available prior to BCA's please fill out a hard copy form and bring with you to the official BCA, if a medical signature is needed please complete that portion prior to the BCA. If you take the late BCA/PRT you will need an approved Special Request Chit routed through your immediate CoC. Please remember to be in the official Navy PTU with ID card for all PFA evolutions. If you need to wear cold weather gear remember to wear only APPROVED cold weather gear; black watch cap, black gloves, approved Navy sweats are examples of approved cold weather gear .

If there are any question please do not hesitate to contact one of the CFL's or ACFL's.

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

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

ROMAN CATHOLIC • Sunday - 9 a.m. Catholic Mass at NAS 1 Chapel • Tuesday - Friday - 11:30 a.m. at NAS 1 or NAS 2 Chapel PROTESTANT WORSHIP SERVICE • Sunday - 11 a.m. Traditional Worship at NAS 1 Chapel; 6 p.m. Non-Denominational Sunday at NAS 2 Chapel • Wednesday - 7 p.m. Bible Study at NAS 2 PROTESTANT MEN OF THE CHAPEL • Wednesdays 6 a.m. @ NAS 1 Fellowship Hall PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL • Tuesdays - 9 a.m. at NAS 1 Fellowship Hall; Thursdays 5 p.m. @ NAS 1 Fellowship Hall LATTER-DAY SAINTS • Sunday - 1:30 p.m. at NAS 1 Chapel Contact: sigonellalds@gmail.com or 624-9049

CLUB BEYOND • Middle School Club & Small Group - Tuesday - 2:45 - 4:45 p.m. at NAS 1 Chapel • High School Club and Small Group - Wednesdays - 6 - 8 p.m. at Marinai Home Catholic Religious Education • September - June - 10:30 a.m. at DoDDS Knights of Columbus • First Wednesday of the month - 5 p.m. at NAS 2 Chapel NIGHT STUDY • AA Meetings - Monday - 5:30 p.m., 2nd Floor at NAS 1 Chapel; Thursday - 7 p.m. at NAS 2 Chapel • AA Family Group - Tuesday - 7 p.m. at NAS 2 Chapel • Tuesday - Italian Class - 7 p.m. at NAS 1 Chapel Classroom • Tuesday - Awana Club - 4:45 p.m at NAS 1 Chapel

Weekly Traffic Reports: March 22 - April 4, 2016

Ristorante Bella Etna

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

Weekend / Holiday: 7-9 a.m.

Lunch: $5.55 Dinner: $4.85 Mon - Fri: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Mon - Fri: 4:30 - 6 p.m.

Weekend / Holiday: 11 a.m. -1 p.m. Weekend / Holiday: 4:30 -6 p.m.

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

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Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Get Your Capstone

By MacKenzie Smith Fleet and Family Support Center

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Acceptance (LOA) from a college • Completed Individual Transition Plans (ITPs) Block 1,2 and if attending college, also Block 3 • TGPS Workshop Certificate • Department of Labor (DOL) American Jobs Center Gold Card • Completed 12-month budget (on paper showing monthly break-down) After these documents are reviewed, an assessment is made in regards to whether the CRS were met. If met, the FFSC representative will ver-

ify the DD Form 2958. At this point, the Service member will sign it, have their command sign it and then take the DD Form 2958 to their CCC. If the CRS are not met, the FFSC representative will conduct a ‘warm handover’ which connects the service member with an appropriate DoD partner agency that will provide continued benefits, services and support.

In order to schedule your Capstone, please call FFSC today at 624-4291.

We look forward to assisting you!

American Red Cross Sigonella’s Annual Volunteer Recognition Event

By Kala Kirk American Red Cross Sigonella

Every year, the American Red Cross Sigonella Chapter hosts its Volunteer Recognition Event to recognize local volunteers. The theme this year was “Heroes Deserve the Spotlight”. The Sigonella Red Cross gave awards to five individuals including the Red Cross Volunteer of the Year and three Everyday Hero Awards.

Red Cross Volunteer of the Year: Susan Hitchcock for contributing 685 hours to Red Cross programs; Mrs Hitchcock managed all current military hospital volunteers, and revitalized the Dental Assistant Training Program with 100% graduation in January 2016. She also launched the new Veterinary Assistant Program.

Everyday Hero Service to Families: Commander Ruth Goldberg has selflessly devoted her time as an advisor and preceptor to mentoring Red Cross volunteers towards their Masters’ and Bachelors’ degrees; she is an active supporter of the Healthy Weigh Program that assists active duty and family members to overcome behavioral causes of unhealthy lifestyles.

Everyday Hero Service to Families: Janet Stanley has built up a large following with her thrilling story telling talents that enables a sense of wonder in young children for reading and books; she selflessly devoted her time to a summer reading program that involved hundreds of kids and their parents each year at the library.

Everyday Hero Service to the Host Nation: Petty Officer First Class Robert Leviker personally coordinated and executed the volunteer efforts of four community relations projects, organized food collections, served meals on Thanksgiving Day to patrons of Bisaccia de Pellegrino soup kitchen, and distributed Christmas presents to Belpasso Orphanage.

Everyday Hero Service to the Military: Staff Sergeant Latoya Marshall has coordinated efforts to deliver gifts to child at San Giovanni la Punta Orphanage, created “Spooky Bags” and “Fourth of July Bags” in support of her unit’s booster club, and raised over $5K; she also raised $10K for the Combined Federal Campaign from her organization.

This past year alone, Sigonella Red Cross Volunteers have dedicated 5,497 hours to the community.

Their support has made nine Red Cross base events

happen to include assisting MWR with the Sigonella Run Series. The annual Pet Appreciation Day on April 23, and Bike Safety Rodeo in May had the largest turnout yet. Sigonella Red Cross has also partnered with organizations to help deliver services to our military, including the Wounded Warrior Project to provide a free resiliency day trip, Amazon to provide gift bags on Christmas Day, and the Sigonella Dental Clinic to provide vocational training to military dependents.

On behalf of the Sigonella Red Cross office, we would like to extend our thanks to the Red Cross Volunteers and Everyday Heroes in our local community.

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24 months prior to retirement, 12-18 months prior to separation and the assessment and verification of the Capstone before 90 days prior to the expected date of separation. However, if necessary, it can be done within the 90-day window. There are certain documents that must be completed and brought to the Capstone appointment.

• DD Form 2648 (Pre-Separation Counseling) • Completed Resume or Letter of

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NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – What is a Capstone? What do you need for a Capstone? Where do you go for a Capstone? If you are retiring or separating from the military, Capstone is your final step before entering into the private sector.

Capstone or DD Form 2958 is the mandatory last step in meeting the Career Readiness Standards (CRS) goals that service members learn about and acquire through the Transition, Goals, Plans and Success (TGPS) Program. The purpose of Capstone is to evaluate the service member’s preparedness to successfully transition from the military to a private sector career.

It is necessary that the service member first meet with their Command Career Counselor (CCC) for pre-separation counseling. Once that is accomplished, the CCC has to enroll the service member in the TGPS program. Upon completion of the TGPS, five-day workshop, service members can call Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) to set up an appointment to complete their Capstone.

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First Overseas Residential Automatic Sprinkler System NFPA 13D Installed in Marinai Housing From Pizzarotti

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – On March 17, the first overseas residential automatic sprinkler system was installed and accepted by NAVFAC Fire Protection engineer Mr. Grimes, in a joint inspection with Fire Department, Housing Dept. and Public Works representatives in the model unit 2229-A of Marinai Residence.

The $3.2 million project was conceived in September 2015 by the Real Estate Contracting Officer in Naples as a modification to the renewed lease for improving the level of safety and fire protection of the housing complex. The final design was completed by Impresa Pizzarotti engineers and the system will be installed in accordance with the most recent US codes and standards of NFPA13D. The project represents an ambitious initiative by the U.S. government to provide an automatic sprinkler system in each single, three or fourbedroom dwelling in Marinai. The system is in accordance with new standards set forth by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA13D), combined with prescriptions of Unified Facilities

Criteria UFC 3-600-01, Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities and UFC 3-600-10N, Fire Protection Engineering.

The project is expected to be complete in five years, with a tight schedule of 20 units per month, and will make Marinai Housing Complex the first government-leased overseas property equipped with a fully concealed home fire protection system that meets both aesthetic and functional requirements.

Once complete, all 526 housing units of Marinai Residence will be equipped with the system.

During the change of occupancy phase, Pizzarotti will install 1”-1/4” steel piping over suspended ceiling or in gypsum cavities, with the most modern fittings and accessories, and sprinkler heads (both pendant and sidewall) in each room. In the entrance, hidden inside the boiler shed, there will be a fully equipped control unit with backflow preventers, manifolds, pressure gauges, shut-off valves and a branch connection to the domestic water main distribution line for any inspection and control by the Fire Department.

The system will make Marinai Residence an

even safer place for residents as well as provide the Fire Department in Sigonella with additional support for their important work.

Navy Lodge Perfect for Families on Permanent Change of Station Orders it’s for a few days or a few weeks. We also offer free Wi-Fi and welcome bags as well as a weekly manager’s reception so that guests can meet one another and get tips and information on the area and base.”

Navy Lodge family suites offer guests oversized rooms with living and dining area, fully equipped kitchen, flat screen televisions with cable and DVD player and soft and firm pillow options. On site amenities include guest laundry facilities and vending machines. Every Navy Lodge is handicapped accessible. As an added convenience, dogs and cats up to 50 pounds in weight can stay at many Navy Lodges when traveling with its owner. Guests need to contact the specific Navy Lodge regarding pet policies.

Authorized Navy Lodge guests on PCS orders can take advantage of a scratch-off card offering a 10, 15 or 25 percent discount or a free stay up to 20 nights. The discount is valid at all Navy Lodges The Navy Lodge family suites offer guests oversized rooms with living and dining area, fully equipped kitchen, in the continental United States until February flat screen TVs located at NAS 1. Authorized Navy Lodge guests on PCS orders can take advantage of a scratch- 28, 2017. Guests may use only one discount per off card offering a 10, 15 or 25 percent discount or a free stay up to 20 nights. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass stay. Guests can pick up their scratch-off card on base at PSD, the housing office, household goods, Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ramon Go/Released) the personal property office or NEX Customer

By Kristine M. Sturkie Service desk. Scratch-off cards can also be sent to a guest by calling the Navy NEXCOM Public Affairs Lodge Reservation Center at (800) 628-9466.

For reservations, call (800) 628-9466 or go on line at www.navy-lodge.

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – For families on permanent change of station com or www.dodlodging.com.

(PCS), the Navy Lodge offers guests value with room rates at an average of 45 percent below comparable civilian hotels.

“Navy Lodges are the official government lodging for PCS moves,” said Elizabeth Leavitt, General Manager. “Navy Lodge Sigonella offers spacious rooms, comfortable lobby and a safe environment for families to stay whether

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NAVSUP GLS Tours Europe / Africa Logistics Operations

By Shannon R. Haney Office of Corporate Communications Public Affairs

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – Commander, Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Global Logistics Support (GLS) visited NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Sigonella headquarters and its site locations during a familiarization tour, March 14-23.

Rear Adm. James R. McNeal and his vice commander Mr. Bill Bickert toured NAVSUP FLC Sigonella logistics operations at Naval Support Facility Deveselu, Romania; Site Djibouti in Africa; Site Souda Bay in Greece; Site Rota in Spain; and Site Naples, Site Sigonella and Sigonella headquarters in Italy.

During the all-hands calls, McNeal and Bickert answered questions, spoke with Sailors about various topics specific to the 6th Fleet area of operations (AOR), and even recognized individuals who had gone above and beyond with their primary responsibilities.

"Our whole goal at GLS headquarters is to support you," said McNeal, addressing a large crowd of supply officers, enlisted logisticians and civilians at NAVSUP FLC Sigonella headquarters on board Naval Air Station Sigonella. "We are here today to thank you for all of the hard work that you do every day and to find out how GLS can serve you better."

The visit also included meetings with U.S. European Command, U.S. Africa Command, De-

Rear Adm. James McNeal, commander of Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Global Logistics Support, forward, participates in a walking tour with NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella fuels personnel on board Naval Air Station Sigonella. McNeal is touring various commands in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operation to improve his working knowledge of each command in order to better facilitate their supply requirements.

(U.S. Navy photo by Shannon R. Haney/Released)

fense Logistics Agency Europe and Africa, and U.S. Joint Special Operations Forces Command to foster an increased understanding of the logistics operations within the U.S. 6th Fleet AOR. NAVSUP FLC Sigonella, one of eight fleet logistics centers under NAVSUP Global Logistics Support (GLS), provides global logistics, business and support services to fleet, shore and industrial commands of the Navy, Coast Guard, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army and allied forces. Services include contracting, region-

al transportation, fuel, material management, household goods movement support, postal and consolidated mail, warehousing, global logistics and husbanding, hazardous material management, and integrated logistics support.

NAVSUP GLS provides global logistics for a global Navy. The organization is made up of approximately 6,300 military and civilian logistics professionals operating from 105 locations worldwide providing an extensive array of integrated global logistics and contracting services to Navy, Marine Corps, joint operational units, and allied forces across all warfare enterprises.

For more news from Naval Supply Systems Command, visit http://www.navy.mil/local/ navsup/.

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