Panorama - December 18, 2015

Serving the NATO, Naples and Gaeta Military Community in Italy

60th year, No. 48

Navy Beats Army

Friday, December 18, 2015

DoD Releases 2016 Basic Allowance for Housing Rates

21-17 Victory Gives Navy Longest Winning Streak in Series History

From U.S. Department of Defense

Naval Academy Midshipman Safety Daiquan Thomasson (26) catches the game-winning interception in the fourth quarter of the 116th Army-Navy game at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on December 12, 2015. The #21-ranked Navy Midshipmen won the game with a final score of 21-17 over the Army Black Knights. One of the most traditional and enduring rivalries in college football, Navy has won the last 14 games in a row, making this the longest winning streak in the history of the series between the two service academies.

Photo by MC2 Donald R. White Jr.

Tiger Sharks Have Much to Celebrate During Holidays

By Lyndsey Hale Naples Tiger Sharks

Between Thanksgiving and Christmas the Tiger Sharks Swim Team competed in four swim meets, in-

cluding winning the Long Distance (LD) Championships at Ligano, Italy, along with many personal bests.

At the LD Championships Max Mil-

ton swam the 1,500 in under 20 minutes, and Chris Kanak took one minute off his 1,500 time, despite injuring his leg that morning.

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

BASE NOTES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 NAVY HISTORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FFSC CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SOUND OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 MOVIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 JOBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 USO TOURS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 WORD SEARCH / COLOR ME 22

The Department of Defense has released the 2016 Basic Allowance for Housing rates. Basic Allowance for Housing rates will increase an average of 3.4 percent when the new rates take effect on January 1, 2016. An estimated $21 billion will be paid to approximately one million Service members. On average, Basic Allowance for Housing rates will increase approximately $54 per month.

Continuing to slow the growth in compensation costs, the 2016 Basic Allowance for Housing Program expands the member cost-sharing element (outof-pocket expense). Based on the authority provided in the FY 2016 National Defense Authorization Act, the cost-sharing element was increased to two percent.

The cost-sharing amounts incorporated in the 2016 Basic Allowance for Housing rates vary by grade and dependency status and range from $24 to $57 monthly. This means for 2016, a typical member will need to absorb two percent of the national average housing cost by pay grade.

This rate computation change slows the growth of certain military pay and benefits in a fair, responsible, and sustainable way.

Even with these nominal changes, the overall military pay and benefits package remains robust and healthy.

Housing cost data are collected annually for over 300 Military Housing Areas in the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii.

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PANOrAMA December 18, 2015

CAPTAIN’S CORNER

By Capt. Doug Carpenter NSA Naples Commanding Officer

For the FOURTEENTH year in a row, the Navy Midshipmen have again proven their superiority over the Army Black Knights. This age-old football rivalry occurs on the field of play in a spirit of friendly, but intense, competition and puts on display the strong bond between our armed services. It also provides a great opportunity to reunite with shipmates, colleagues, and friends of years past and promotes comradery within the services. I enjoyed the game this year at home with my family knowing it marked another successful year serving our nation and signals the coming holiday season.

As this year comes to a close and we celebrate the holidays, it’s a perfect time to start thinking about New Year’s resolutions – resolutions that you can commit to in 2016. I encourage everyone to reflect on the past year and take some time to think about fresh resolutions that could take you to new places professionally, personally – or literally with the travel opportunities we have in Europe.

I’ve got a few resolutions of my own for our Naples community that will serve to improve overall service and our quality of life. In 2015 we made a lot of headway – the Capo barracks move to the Triangle significantly improved the quality of life for our unaccompanied Sailors, we improved the trash collection, recycling and base appearance with a lot of help from the community, we allowed civilians to again reside on the Support Site which improves quality of life and reduces pressure on military direct assignment, celebrations such as Eggstravaganza, Fourth of July, and Spooktacular were big hits and widely attended, we started the fair market valuation process which ensures our community (and taxpayers) are not being taken to the cleaners on rental rates, and we greatly reduced the prices for family recreational activities such as bowling, the movie theater, and swimming pools (free).

So with all that, what’s left? There is plenty, and in 2016 my resolutions include – improving the quality of maintenance and support provided by Mirabella, improving internet performance on the Support Site and doubling the bandwidth, improving the quality of our air conditioning during the summer in housing and at the schools, finding new ways to increase two-way communications with the community, taking our MWR events and offerings to a new level, and continuing to improve our performance on trash collection and base appearance.

As things slow down a bit over the holidays, please take the time to be with your families, friends, and loved ones.

For those of you with extra room, consider adopting a single/unaccompanied service member. You can sign up through our liberty center on Capodichino.

In 2016 I will continue to survey the community through our various feedback channels and respond in a way that will ensure the community of NSA Naples has the best available experience, while keeping my eyes on the horizon and taking the necessary steps to ensure future residents have a place to proudly call their home.

This will be the last issue of Panorama until 2016 so drive safe, stay vigilant, and most of all – have a happy new year!

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Dec. 19: NOR One Day Snow Trips MWR is offering bus transportation on December 19 to one of the local ski resorts. Bus departs the Support Site Youth Center parking lot (bus stop C) at 6:15 a.m. and departs the ski resort at 4 p.m. sharp. Cost is $15 per adult and $10 per child 12 and under. Children of active duty members E-5 and below receive free transportation (1 child per 1 paying adult). Lift tickets are available at the resort; bring Euro cash. Ski, snowboard and other winter equipment is available for rent at the NOR Ski Shop. Registration for these and all upcoming ski trips begin December 1.

For details call the NOR Ski Shop at DSN 629-4947 or Comm. 081-811-4947.

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Dec. 19: Parents’ Night Out Enjoy a night out and let CDC watch your children. Parents’ Night Out will run from 4 p.m. to midnight and is open to children ages 6 weeks to 6th grade at a cost of $4 per child, per hour. Register by the Friday, one week prior to date, at the Support Site or Capodichino CDC. Check out all scheduled dates from now to December or reserve by calling DSN 629-4989 Comm. 081-811-4989.

Dec. 18: Candy Cane Golf Tournament Register by December 16 for the Candy Cane Golf Tournament at Carney Park Golf Course on December 18. Tournament is a 4person golf scramble and begins at 11:30 a.m.

Cost is $50 per person and includes green fee, cart rental, two beverage tickets per person and prizes. Payment is due upon registration.

For details call 081-526-4296.

Now-Dec. 18: “Swim to Salerno” Self-Paced Swim Journey from Naples to Salerno via the imaginary coastline of the Capo FitZone pool.

Swim laps anytime during regular pool hours and then record your workout on your log sheet. All participants who complete the 50-kilometer swim (1,000 laps, 2,000 lengths)

by December 18 will receive a prize.

First to third-place finishers will receive awesome MWR Aquatics swim bags filled with goggles, swim caps, a swim chamois towel and other items. For details call DSN 626-4254 Comm. 081-568-4254.

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ITALIAN NEWS BRIEFS COMPILED BY TERESA MEROLA NSA NAPLES PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Sample Ancient Traditions, Food at Somma Vesuviana Farmer Museum The Farmer Museum in SommaVesuviana, in the province of Naples celebrates Christmas with gastronomical dishes of the old farmer traditions this Saturday and Sunday. The Christmas farmer is an alternative route that takes visitors into the history of ancestors who worked the land with traditional tools but it is also a presentation of numerous food stands offering recipes of the Vesuvius area. A rich “peasant appetizer” is offered Sunday at noon. The entrance to the museum is free of charge. Information can be requested at: 081531-8496

smartphones, but more young people will ask for videogames and computers. People will spend between 100 and 300 euros which is slightly higher than last year. More than 50 percent of people will buy gifts in traditional shops and big chain stores. This year the percentage of people buying their present online is about 40 percent compared to 3.8 percent in 2009. There is a significant increase in spending this year, said the association.

Rome Hoping to Host 2024 Olympics The Lower House budget committee allocated 10 million euros to the National Olympic Committee to promote Rome as a candidate to host the 2024 Olympics. Rome hosted the 1960 Olympics and presented the logo featuring the Colosseum in the red, white and green of the Italian flag on Monday. The other candidates are Budapest, Los Angeles and Paris.

Bourbon Tunnel Opens New Route The selection of the city’s olympics is set in The Bourbon tunnel in Naples opened a unique route in the heart of the city called the September 2017.

“Way of the memories” last Saturday. In 2013 Florence Celebrating Dante’s 750th Birth speleologists began excavating inside a 15th Florence celebrates the 750th anniversary of century tank located adjacent the Bourbon the birth of Dante Alighieri, who wrote the tunnel. After months of excavating under a epic poem of Divine Comedy which is widely mountain of rubble, they reached the aqueduct with its tank which is all lit up and full of considered the greatest Italian literary work composed in the Italian language and a maswater. This is a wonderful path that can be terpiece of world literature.The exhibition disvisited, in addition to others already opened, plays nine panels with quotes from famous including the one that allows to go rafting authors about the Medieval poet, plus works under Piazza del Plebiscito. The route is of art by Botticelli, Dante Gabriel Rossetti and opened from Fridays through Sundays. For others. The show runs through December 30. details, visit http://www.galleriaborbonica. com/it/home/ Parking Meters Now Accepting Bank Cards Italians will pay the parking fees with a direct Free Classical Concert Sunday at debit or credit card starting July 1, 2016. The Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano The Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano in Naples will Lower House budget committee approved an amendment to the 2016 budget bill on Tuesfeature a free classical concert on Sunday at day. This amendment extends the obligation 11 a.m. The special concert includes also to accept electronic payments to small Christmas songs by Vivaldi, Bach, Handel amounts except when this is objectively imand Mozart performed by students from the Music Conservatory of San Pietro a Majella in possible for technical reasons.

Naples. Teachers of this prestigious Institute Campania Tourism Increasing will perform a series of beautiful pieces of classical music inspired by Christmas sacred The Campania region is experiencing an increase in tourism becoming a top international liturgies of the greatest exponents of European music from the past centuries. The spe- destination. Pompeii and the Royal Palace of cial concert is part of the exhibition “It’s open Caserta are Italy’s most popular tourist sites after the Colosseum. Hotel rooms are fully to everyone” that includes periodically free booked in Naples where many tourists are visitmusical events in the beautiful museum of ing the San Gregorio Armeno area which is faPalazzo Stigliano, in via Toledo 185. mous for its nativity scene workshops. The National Archaeological Museum was visited Food, Clothing, Toys Top Italian by almost 5,000 people in one day. Cultural iniChristmas Wish Lists According to the Confcommercio retailers’ as- tiatives range across the entire city, with the Certosa di San Martino offering a visit to nativsociation, Italians most popular Christmas ity scenes from the 18th century to the Duomo present this year is food followed by clothing with its San Gennaro’s treasure. and toys. This year fewer people will buy

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THE INSIDE PAGE Volunteers Needed USO Naples is looking for outgoing and enthusiastic volunteers to join their committee to make a difference in the community through special events and outreach. If interested, email USO Naples and Rome Director, Sabrina Pullido at sabrina.pullido@uso.it.

Club Beyond is searching for volunteers to serve as adult leaders. Leaders assist in planning, setup and conducting small group meetings with students in grades 7 through 12.

Leadership training lasts a month. For details call Diane Vanderpool at DSN 629-4600.

The Transatlantic Council Of The Boy Scouts of America is looking for Eagle Scouts in the Naples community to update the National Eagle Scout Association database. All Eagle Scouts, both active and not active in scouting are asked to send an email with their last name, first name, email address, hometown/community, and council/district name where they earned their Eagle rank, to jeffarter@hotmail.com.

“Once an Eagle, always an Eagle.”

Naples American Red Cross (ARC) needs volunteers. For details or to register for a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-5684788 or 626-4788 or visit American Red Cross Naples on Facebook.

Fleet and Family Support Center is looking for volunteers to assist in the event of an emergency. Volunteers could be called upon if families are relocated to Support Site due to a natural disaster or similar emergency that exceeds what the FFSC staff can support. Volunteers may greet families, inquire about needs, organize supplies, complete paperwork, etc. Being on the list does not obligate anyone to a future event. For details call 081-811-6372 or email FFSCNSANaplesItaly@eu.navy.mil.

Animals Without Limits (AWL) is searching for volunteers who want to help at our Animal Hospice in Lago Patria. We also need volunteers for different projects on the Support Site base. For details email awlrescueteam@gmail.com or director@animalswithoutlimits.com.

The American Soccer Club (ASC) of Napoli is looking for qualified coaches. For details email doc@ascnapoli.com.

Ongoing / On the Horizon The Naples Middle High School Music Boosters Is your Naples Middle High School student in Band, Choir, Orchestra, or Flag Team? If so, then he / she benefits from NMHS Music Boosters. We are a growing organization that ensures all Naples Middle High School music programs continue performing at the highest levels. Help support Music Boosters with your yearly family membership of $25 (other membership levels also available). Volunteers are continuously needed to assist with several projects. For details email musicboostersnaples@gmail.com or visit NMHS Music Boosters on Facebook.

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NAVY HISTORY: GREAT WHITE FLEET From Naval History and Heritage Command

naval deployment the scale of which had never been attempted On the warm, cloudy morning of by any nation before – the first ‘round-the-world cruise by a fleet December 16, 1907, President of steam-powered, steel battleTheodore Roosevelt stood on the ships. The 43,000 mile, 14-month deck of the presidential yacht circumnavigation would include Mayflower, in the waters off Hampton Roads, Virginia. He fla- 20 port calls on six continents; it shed his famous smile when a mi- is widely considered one of the greatest peacetime achievements ghty armada of U.S. battleships of the U.S. Navy. passed in review before him.

The idea of sending the new batThe president, and indeed the tle fleet around the world was the throngs of onlookers gathered on brainchild of the energetic presishore, felt a great sense of pride dent, a former colonel of the and exhilaration as 16 battleRough Riders and one-time assiships of the U.S. Atlantic Fleet, stant secretary of the Navy. all painted white, save for gilded Assuming the presidency after bows, steamed in a long majestic column out of Hampton Roads to the assassination of President William McKinley in 1901, Roosethe open sea, flanked by their atvelt brought to the White House tending auxiliary ships. a deep conviction that only To the familiar strains of “The Girl I left Behind Me,” the proces- through a strong Navy could a nation project its power and presion of battlewagons passed bestige abroad. fore the president at 400-yard In 1898, at the end of the Spaintervals with their crews smarnish-American War, the United tly manning the rails.

States was thrust into the mainThis newly designated battle stream of interfleet was made national affairs up of ships comand gained stamissioned since tus as a world the end of the power, acquiring Spanish-Amerias possessions can War. the Philippines They were USS and Guam in the Kearsarge (BB Pacific, then 5), USS KenPuerto Rico in tucky (BB 6), the Caribbean.

USS Illinois (BB In 1904, the 7), USS Alabama United States (BB 8), USS also established Maine (BB 10), a naval base at USS Missouri Guantanamo (BB 11), USS Bay, Cuba, to enOhio (BB 12), President Theodore Roosevelt sure the safety of USS Virginia the Panama Canal, which was (BB 13), USS Georgia (BB 15), still under construction.

USS New Jersey (BB 16), USS Roosevelt stressed the upgraRhode Island (BB 17), USS Conding and expansion of the U.S. necticut (BB 18), USS Louisiana fleet to protect American inte(BB 19), USS Vermont (BB 20), rests abroad.

USS Kansas (BB 21) and USS From 1904 to 1907, American Minnesota (BB 22).

The four squadrons of warships, shipyards turned out 11 new battleships to give the Navy awelater nicknamed the “Great some battle capabilities. This was White Fleet,” were manned by timely, for, in 1906, hostilities 14,000 Sailors and Marines under the command of Rear Adm. with Japan seemed possible; the Japanese navy dominated the Robley “Fighting Bob” Evans.

Pacific and posed a potential All were embarking upon a

Welcoming the U.S. Atlantic Fleet to Sydney, Australia, August 1908. Artwork by Norman Carter, published in The Sydney Mail on August 19, 1908. Courtesy of John C. Reilly Jr.; Naval History and Heritage Command

threat to the Philippines.

America’s problems with Japan arose shortly after Roosevelt mediated the Treaty of Portsmouth in 1906, ending the Russo-Japanese War. In that conflict the Russian fleet had been annihilated by the Japanese. But despite their triumphs over the Russians on the high seas, the Japanese failed to get all they felt they deserved at the peace table and blamed Roosevelt for it.

Roosevelt didn’t want a break with Japan, as the United States was ill-prepared for war. Most of our battle fleet was concentrated in the Atlantic, and there were only a handful of armored cruisers on duty in the Pacific. In the event of war with Japan, this small contingent that made up the Asiatic Battle Fleet would have to abandon the Philippines for West Coast ports until the United States had strength enough to go on the offensive.

To impress upon Japan the U.S. Navy could shift from the Atlantic to the Pacific, he ordered the fleet to sail around the world.

The president also wanted to find out what condition the fleet would be in after such a transit.

As he stated before the fleet’s departure, “I want all failures, blunders and shortcomings to be made apparent in time of peace

and not in time of war.”

But, more importantly, Roosevelt felt that a successful cruise of this magnitude would provide the American people with an example of U.S. naval preparedness, strength and range. Such an impression, he hoped, would help him get the desired appropriation from Congress for four more battleships.

Their journey was not without challenges. While sailing through the South China Sea, enroute to Japan, the fleet ran into one of the worst typhoons in 40 years.

The fleet eventually came through the typhoon unscathed.

The fleet’s Japan visit had the desired result: it generated good will between both countries and eased tensions that might otherwise have led to open conflict.

Having crossed the Atlantic, the fleet arrived at Hampton Roads on February 22, 1909, ending its 14-month odyssey. The ships, looking not quite as pristine as when they started out, but majestic nonetheless, had their bands belt out the rollicking tune “Strike Up The Band,” followed by the slower, more poignant strains of “There’s No Place Like Home.”

Once again aboard the presidential yacht Mayflower, Roosevelt responded to the rendering of the

fleet’s 21-gun salute with enthusiastic waves. With only two weeks left in the White House before turning over the reins of government to his successor, William Howard Taft, the return of the fleet and the success of its mission prompted Roosevelt to declare later that this cruise was “the most important service that I rendered for peace.”

The cruise of the Great White Fleet had many substantial results both diplomatically for the nation and technically for the Navy. On the diplomatic side, the cruise satisfied our country’s desire to be recognized as a world power. It was aptly proven that the United States was capable of projecting its influence anywhere in the world on a heretofore unprecedented scale.

For the Sailors who participated in this historic once-in-a-lifetime adventure, the cruise reinforced their pride in service and country.

They had been the ambassadors of good will and the vehicles through which others perceived and judged America and the Navy.

The results were gratifying. But even more concretely, the Sailors saw their individual roles and the role of the Great White Fleet as providing the muscle behind U.S. foreign policy.

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5 Santa, Mrs. Claus Visits Children’s Hospital FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER EVENTS THIS WEEK December 18, 2015

For more information about local Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) events, visit www.facebook.com/NaplesFFSC

● Dec. 22: Growth and Development, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 22: Italian Cooking Class, 10:10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

(Meeting point: Outside Support Site Main Gate). Need 2 AC1 Tickets. Cost: 15 euro ● Dec. 23: Development and Effective Discipline Methods, noon to 1 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Jan 4-8: Pre-Separation, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Jan. 4: Nutrition (Prenatal Week 1) 10 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC ● Jan. 5: Labor and Delivery, What to Expect (Prenatal Week 2), 9 to 10 a.m., Support Site ● Jan. 5: Hand Gestures, 10 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC ● Jan. 7: Growth and Development, 9 to 10 a.m., Support Site FFSC ● Jan. 7: Gricignano Market, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Support Site FFSC All classes require registration.

Call 081-811-6372 for more information or to register.

ENERGY CONSERVATION Holiday Conservation and Safety From NSA Naples Energy Management Team

Santa and Mrs. Claus hand out a coloring book with crayons to a hospitalized child at the Santobono Children’s hospital in Naples. Santa and Mrs. Claus were accompanied by musicians from the U.S. Naval Forces Europe band playing holiday songs in the hallways of the hospital while Santa and Mrs. Claus greeted the children. Gifts were donated by the Naples Area First Class Petty Officers Association. Photo by Teresa Merola

SPOTLIGHT: ANGELO CAPUOZZO

Naval Facilities Engineering Command Europe Africa Southwest Asia and Public Works Department Naples, Italy will bid farewell to Italian national, Angelo Capuozzo, who is retiring at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples after 43 years of service, December 31.

Capuozzo started working with the U.S. Navy in 1972 at Naval Air Facility Capodichino, then NSA Agnano and then, NSA Naples Capodichino. He has worked as a maintenance

mechanic, specialized air conditioning mechanic, air conditioning mechanic leader, dynamics shop supervisor and shop leader supervisor.

One of his fondest memories is the honor of assisting with the recovery and transport of those lost during the bombing of Lebanon in 1983. Another fond memory Capuozzo had was the preparation and precautionary measures taken in the event of potential Y2K impact.

Capuozzo’s quest for knowledge afforded him the opportunities to attend several schools and training courses around the world such as the NAVFAC Civil Engineer Corps Officer School for Overseas Hazardous Waste Generator at Port Hueneme, California; Boiler Training in Norfolk, Virginia; Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning training in Norfolk; Enterprise Building Integrator Operator in Minneapolis, Minnesota. and the Electrical Explosives Safety Course in Sigonella, Sicily.

After retirement, Capuozzo plans to visit his daughter in Rome and continue his hobby of building boats. He hopes to transfer his experience of all these years to someone else and eventually travel the world on his own boat.

As you put the finishing touches on the tree and giant lightinìg display, be sure to read and consider these energy conservation and holiday decorating safety tips: ● Before hanging holiday lights, check for damaged sockets, plugs and cords. Replace anything that looks defective. ● If you plan to string lights outdoors, be absolutely certain they and extension cords are marked for outdoor use. The UL or FM label will tell you if it is OK for outdoor use. ● Fasten outdoor lighting securely to your home’s exterior to protect the lights from wind damage. ● Use only insulated staples or plastic attachments to hold strings in place, not nails or tacks. ● Try to position your tree near an outlet so that cords are not running long distances. ● Make sure plugs are fully inserted in the outlet. ● Don’t run extension cords through doorways, or through holes in ceilings, walls or floors. ● Never run electrical cords under rugs or carpeting. ● Conserve energy by only leaving holiday lights turned on for a small period of time each night. ● Use timers that turn your lights on and off. ● Unplug electrical decorations before leaving home or going to bed.

When you save energy and resources, you protect the environment and safeguard health both now and for the future.

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PANOrAMA December 18, 2015

SOUND OFF: WHAT IS YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION?

IT3 Daniel Livvy “I guess it would be to hit the gym.”

ET2 Cameron Sword “To play at least one song on the piano, and visit 13 countries.”

YN3 Chris Lewis “My New Year’s Resolution is to get out more.”

Curtis Edwards “My New Year’s Resolution is to focus on better health, relations with my family, and furthering my spiritual journey.”

RT2 Dwayne Werts “To be a better husband and father.”

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Royal Air Force pilots conduct a pre-flight checklist in an A400M “Atlas” prior to takeoff in Naples, Italy, December 11, 2015. The aircraft conducted its first NATO mission with Allied Joint Force Command Naples and was used to transport 24 passengers attending “Naples Vision 4” to Bucharest, Romania on December 9, and returned them to Naples, Italy on December 11. NATO photo by Capt. Ryan Hengel

JFC Naples executes first NATO A400M ‘Atlas’ mission

By U.S. Air Force Capt. Ryan Hengel Allied Joint Force Command Naples

The squadron is the operational conversion unit for the Atlas; training all of the A400M pilots for the Royal Air Force. Harrison further explained Allied Joint Force Command Naples in partner- the unique capability the new aircraft will bring ship with the Royal Air Force executed the first to NATO. ever NATO mission utilizing the A400M “Atlas.”

“We are effectively a Herc (C-130, Hercules) reThe aircraft was used to transport 24 passenplacement, but with a wide body. So we can take gers attending ‘Naples Vision 4” to Bucharest, larger, wider loads than the Herc can but we can Romania on December 9, 2015, and returned get anywhere a C-130 can get to,” Harrison said. them to Naples, Italy, on December 11. The “All nations in NATO are using ever larger vehiA400M was operated by the Royal Air Force and cles, ever larger pieces of equipment, and so the is an expansion of NATO’s current air transHerc can’t carry the specific loads that we (the portation capabilities.

A40M) can.”

“We are very pleased to be slowly expanding Seven Allied NATO nations will be receiving the capability of the aircraft, slowly flying furthe A400M “Atlas” by 2019 representing an exther and to further destinations, taking different pansion of NATO’s airlift capability and capacity. loads, different people, showing the aircraft off The completion of this mission signifies the and getting used to operating it,” RAF Squadron A400M being added as NATO’s newest airlift Leader J.J. Harrison of the XXIV Squadron, aircraft with Allied Joint Force Command RAF Brize Norton, United Kingdom, said.

Naples being the first command to utilize it.

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PANOrAMA December 18, 2015

A guide to Naples’ Dolci Natalizi Raffioli: (raf-FYO-lee)

From NSA Public Affairs

This time of year, every pastry shop in the Naples area has stocked its shelves with the region’s typical Christmas sweets, called dolci natalizi. If you’re unfamiliar with traditional Neapolitan pastries, the array of

options can be confusing, especially since the offerings at your local pasticceria will change from season to season. Here’s a guide to the most common Neapolitan Christmas pastries and biscotti that you will see when you walk into a pastry shop this time of year.

Other versions, called raffioli a cassata or raffioli ripieni, include a layer of ricotta cream with chocolate chips, and often are topped with a layer of green pistachio paste or dried fruit.

The base of this dessert is pan di Spagna, a type of sponge cake.

The cake is then covered in a white sugar glaze to form the simplest version of the dessert, raffioli semplici, which are essentially oval-shaped cookies.

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Mostaccioli: (mohs-ta-CHOL-ee)

Though this Neapolitan pastry is eaten most often at Easter, you’ll see it lining the shelves of your favorite pasticceria around Christmas as well. It is essentially a pie filled with a soft mixture of cooked grain, ricotta cheese and candied citrus. If you go to buy one, you’ll receive not only the pastry, but also the round pan it is baked in, as it is deemed to delicate to be removed. Look for the decorative crisscross pattern on top to identify it.

These Neapolitan Christmas cookies, shaped like a diamond or rhomboid, are covered with dark chocolate.

Some bianco versions are covered in white chocolate.

Inside, the firm cookie is usually spiced with nutmeg, lemon zest, cinnamon, cloves and cocoa powder.

Roccocò: (Roh-coh-COH)

Pastiera:

Struffoli:

(pahs-tee-AY-rah)

(STRUF-fol-ee)

Susamielli: (Soo-sah-MYAY-lee)

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These Neapolitan Christmas cookies, shaped like a diamond or rhomboid, are covered with dark chocolate.

Some bianco versions are covered in white chocolate.

Inside, the firm cookie is usually spiced with nutmeg, lemon zest, cinnamon, cloves and cocoa powder.

Neapolitan struffoli are a longstanding Christmas tradition in Campania. The fried dough balls are tossed in honey, then mixed with candies and sprinkles. They are served in piles on a plate, and are available in any pasticceria this time of year. If buying a large platter of fried dough and confetti seems intimidating, try a small plate, as they’re usually available in varying sizes.

These cookies, shaped like a letter “s,” are a challenge for the teeth. Biting into one is unexpectedly hard and chewy, but the texture grows on you after a while. They are made from a dough of honey, flour, ground almonds and sugar, and spiced with cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla. Some versions are called sapienze.

Panettone: (pah-nay-TON-ay)

This type of sweet bread loaf originated in Milan, not Naples, but it has become a common Christmas dessert throughout all of Italy. Typically, the tall, domed loaf contains candied citrus fruits and raisins, but some versions include chocolate and other flavorings. It is usually cut into vertical slices and served with a sparkling wine like spumante during Christmas or New Year's celebrations. Another type of sweet yeast bread, pandoro, is similar to panettone, but lacks the candied fruits and raisins. Pandoro is also eaten during the winter holidays, but originated in Verona and has a base shaped like an eightpointed star.

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Obama Calls on Americans to Reject Fear, Prejudice are stepping up our campaign to destroy ISIL,” the president said. “Our airstrikes are hitting ISIL harder than ever, in Every American has a role to play in defeating terrorist extremists like the Is- Iraq and Syria. We’re taking out more of their fighters and leaders, lamic State of Iraq and the their weapons, their oil Levant, President Barack tankers. Our special operaObama said in his weekly tions forces are on the address to the nation Deground – because we’re cember 12, 2015. going to hunt down these Americans, the president terrorists wherever they try said, must remain vigilant, to hide.” but must not give in to the It is not limited to Iraq and fear that would change Syria. “In recent weeks, our what we stand for as a nastrikes have taken out the tion.

ISIL finance chief, a terror“In San Bernardino, even ist leader in Somalia and the as the community continISIL leader in Libya. Our ues to grieve, people are remessage to these killers is fusing to be ruled by fear,” simple – we will find you, and justice the president said, referring to the couwill be done,” he said. ple who opened fire at a holiday party, killing 14 and wounding 22.

“Faith communities have come together Across Government The fight against ISIL is a whole-ofin fellowship and prayer,” Obama said. government effort, the president said.

“Families lined the streets for the anOn Monday, he will review the military nual children’s Christmas parade – because we can’t let terrorists change how campaign against the group during a meeting at the Pentagon. Later, he will we live our lives.” visit the National Counterterrorism Center, where he will review government efService Members Doing Part forts to prevent attacks and protect the American service members are doing their parts to root out and kill the ideol- homeland. “This week, the Department of Homeland Security will update its ogy. “Our men and women in uniform

By Jim Garamone DoD News

alert system to ensure Americans get more information, including steps that you and your communities can take to be vigilant and to stay safe,” he said.

But the effort cannot be limited to government or even a coalition of governments, the president said. “First, as always, we have to stay vigilant,” Obama said. “If you see something that seems suspicious, say something to law enforcement. Over the years, plots have been uncovered because someone saw something and spoke up.”

But the most important thing Americans can do is “stay true to who we are as Americans,” he said. “Terrorists like ISIL are trying to divide us along lines of religion and background. That’s how they stoke fear. That’s how they recruit.”

“Just as Muslims around the world have to keep rejecting any twisted interpretation of Islam, all of us have to reject bigotry – in all of its forms,” the president said. “I’ll say it again, prejudice and discrimination helps ISIL and it under-

mines our national security.”

He said most Americans are supporting their Muslim neighbors. “Political leaders across the spectrum – Democrats and Republicans, liberals and conservatives – are standing up, forcefully, for freedom of religion,” he said. “Churches and synagogues are reaching out to local mosques—reminding us that we are all God’s children. Grateful citizens are saying thank you to our patriotic Muslim American service members and veterans.

“That’s the message I hope every Muslim American hears – that we’re all part of the same American family,” the president said. “It’s a message all of us can deliver – parents to our children, teachers to their students, leaders in politics and business and entertainment. Back in San Bernardino, people from across the community have joined in prayer vigils – Christians, Jews, Muslims and others. They’ve sent a powerful message – we’re all in this together.

That’s the spirit we have to uphold.”

“I'll say it again, prejudice and discrimination helps ISIL and it undermines our national security.”

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Navy Digital Library Now Available 24/7 - 365

By MC3 Ethan Schumacher

Showing good form, Tiger Sharks swimmer Ryan Rayos swims butterfly during one leg of the Individual Medley over the holidays.

Photo courtesy of Tiger Sharks

TIGER SHARKS from page 1 The Naples Tiger Sharks also had four swimmers break team records: Alex Ruppe in the Girls 9 Years 400 Freestyle; Kathryn Kanak in both the Girls 800 and 1,500 Freestyle; Brandon Oestereicher broke records in 800 Freestyle and 400 Individual Medley; and Max Milton in the 1,500 Freestyle and 400 Individual Medley.

Twenty five Naples Tiger Sharks traveled up North to defend our 2014 Long Distance Championship title, and they did just that, swimming stronger and faster as the events went along over the two days of competition.

Coach Jane Higgins explained there were challenges for both swimmers and coaching staff in adjusting from the 25-meter pool at Capodichino to the 50-meter pool at Ligano.

We train all season in a 25 meter pool, so going from the 25 meter pool to the 50 meter pool is a big deal, especially in the 400 Individual Medley, which is the most demanding distance event, because the swimmers need to be proficient in all four strokes – butterfly, back stroke, breast stroke and freestyle, she said.

“We really had no idea what the score was because it was not being posted, so it was not until the end of the meet that the team found out we had won the Long Distance Championship by six points with Kaiserslautern and Stuttgart tied for second place,” Coach Jane Higgins said. “I am extremely proud of this group of athletes. Discipline, desire, devotion, determination and dedication all went in to preparing for this meet, and to see it all come together as it did was so exciting and well deserved.”

For Sailors, families, retirees, dependents and civilians wanting 24/7 access to electronic books, audio books, reference materials, and newspapers, all free of charge, the Navy has a solution for you.

“Over the past 13 years, the Navy General Public Library has been providing digital content online,” said Nellie Moffitt, Navy General Public Library (NGPL) manager. “The digital library offers 50 different products and services, offering e-books, audio books, car repair, home repair, and children's tumble books which are read to them through the computer.”

The NGPL is a resource that is offered to Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, military dependents, retired and reserve military personnel, Navy Academy midshipmen, Department of the Navy (DoN) Delayed Entry Program personnel, DoN and Navy Appropriated Fund civilian employees, and DoN contractors.

“You can use our services anywhere, on any device, including your laptop, and log in anywhere that has internet connectivity,” said Morffitt. “This program can be accessed 24/7, 365 days a year, worldwide on any device, and can save you thousands by not purchasing books online, but instead using our digital library.”

To access the digital library, authorized users can visit http://www.navymwrdigitallibrary.org, and click “login” in the upper right hand corner. Those who do not have a Common Access Card can use a Defense Self-Service (DS) login to gain access to the website. Those who don't have a DS login can register on the same web page.

With more than 40,000 civilian and military employees operating 70 installations under 11 regions, the Navy's shore enterprise ensures requirements necessary to train and operate the Navy's fleet are maintained and ready; that naval installations are able to facilitate the manning, training and equipping of the Navy's fighting force; and supports Navy families through family and community services programs.

For more information about the Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation Digital Library, email nglp@navy.mil.

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MOVIE SCHEDULE Friday, December 18 4:30 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13, 3-D 5 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13 7:30 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13, 3-D 8:30 p.m. The Night Before, R Saturday, December 19 1 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13 1:30 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13, 3-D 4:15 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13 5 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13, 3-D 7:30 p.m. Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip, PG 8:30 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13, 3-D Sunday, December 20 1:30 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13, 3-D 4:15 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13 5 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13, 3-D 7:15 p.m. Unbroken, PG-13, FREE Monday, December 21 4:30 p.m. Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip, PG 5 p.m. Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, PG, FREE 6:30 p.m. The Night Before, R 8 p.m. Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, PG, FREE Tuesday, December 22 4:30 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13, 3-D 5 p.m. Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith, PG-13, FREE 7:30 p.m. Spectre, PG-13 8 p.m. Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, PG, FREE Wednesday, December 23 1:30 p.m. Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip, PG 4 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13 5 p.m. Star Wars Episode V: Empire Strikes Back, PG, FREE 7 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13 8 p.m. Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi, PG, FREE Thursday, December 24 2 p.m. The Good Dinosaur, PG 3 p.m. The Peanuts Movie, G 4:30 p.m. Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip, PG 5:30 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13 Friday, December 25 Merry Christmas from Your Theater Staff!

4:30 p.m. All I Want for Christmas, G, FREE 5 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13 8 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13 8:30 p.m. Concussion, PG-13 Saturday, December 26 3 p.m. Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip, PG 4:30 p.m. The Muppet Christmas Carol, G, FREE 5 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens 3-D 7:30 p.m. Concussion, PG-13 8:30 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13 Sunday, December 27 1:30 p.m. Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip, PG 3 p.m. Polar Express, G, FREE 4 p.m. In the Heart of the Sea, PG-13 5 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, PG-13 7 p.m. Point Break, PG-13, 3-D

No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies All I Want for Christmas G, Holiday-Comedy, 92 min. Cast: Harley Jane Kozak, Jamey Sheridan, Ethan Embry. G, Hallie and Ethan’s divorced mother is about to remarry.

When Hallie goes to visit Santa Claus, she asks for an unusual gift – she wants her parents back together again.

Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip Premiere PG, Animation, 88 min. Cast: Jason Lee, Tony Hale, Kimberly WilliamsPaisley, Josh Green, Justin Long.

Through a series of misunderstandings, Alvin, Simon and Theodore come to believe that Dave is going to propose to his new girlfriend in New York City... and dump them. They have three days to get to him and stop the proposal, saving themselves not only from losing Dave but possibly from gaining a terrible stepbrother.

Concussion Premiere PG-13, Drama, 123 min. Cast: Will Smith, Bitsie Tulloch, Gugu MbathaRaw, Alec Baldwin, Matthew Willig.

This dramatic thriller is based on the incredible true David vs. Goliath story of Dr. Bennet Omalu, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of CTE, a sports-related brain trauma, in a pro player and fought for the truth to be known.

Omalu’s emotional quest puts him at dangerous odds with one of the most powerful – and beloved – institutions in the world.

The Good Dinosaur PG, Animation, 92 min. Cast: Lucas Neff, John Lithgow, Frances McDormand, Neil Patrick Harris, Judy Greer. What if the cataclysmic asteroid that forever changed life on Earth actually missed the planet completely and giant dinosaurs never became extinct?

In the Heart of the Sea PG-13, Drama-Action-Adventure, 122 min. Cast: Chris Hemsworth, Cillian Murphy, Ben Whishaw, Brendan Gleeson, Joseph Mawle. In the winter of 1820, the New England whaling ship Essex was assaulted by something no one could believe: a whale of mammoth size and will, and an almost

human sense of vengeance. The reallife maritime disaster would inspire Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick. But that told only half the story. This film reveals the encounter’s harrowing aftermath, as the ship’s surviving crew is pushed to their limits and forced to do the unthinkable to stay alive. Braving storms, starvation, panic and despair, the men will call into question their deepest beliefs, from the value of their lives to the morality of their trade, as their captain searches for direction on the open sea and his first mate still seeks to bring the great whale down.

The Muppet Christmas Carol G, Holiday-Comedy, 85 min. Cast: Michael Caine, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, Jerry Nelson, Frank Oz, David Rudman. The beloved Muppet characters tell their version of the classic Charles Dickens tale of an old and bitter miser’s redemption on Christmas Eve. The Night Before Premiere R, Comedy, 101 min. Cast: Lizzy Caplan, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Miley Cyrus, Seth Rogen, Anthony Mackie.

Ethan, Isaac, and Chris have been friends since childhood, and for a decade, their yearly Christmas Eve reunion has been an annual night of debauchery and hilarity. Now that they’re entering adulthood, the tradition is coming to an end, and to make it as memorable as possible, they set out to find the Nutcracka Ball – the holy grail of Christmas parties.

Polar Express G, Holiday-Animation, 100 min. Cast: Tom Hanks, Chris Coppola, Michael Jeter. A young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express. During his adventure he learns about friendship, bravery and the spirit of Christmas.

The Peanuts Movie G, Animation, 86 min. Cast: Noah Schnapp, Hadley Belle Miller, AJ Tecce, Noah Johnston, Venus Schultheis. Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the beloved “Peanuts” gang make their big-screen debut, like they’ve never been seen be-

fore, in state-of-the-art 3-D animation.

Charlie Brown, the world’s most beloved underdog, embarks upon an epic and heroic quest, while his best pal, the lovable beagle Snoopy, takes to the skies to pursue his arch-nemesis, the Red Baron.

Point Break Premiere PG-13, Action-Adventure, 114 min.

Cast: Edgar Ramrez, Luke Bracey, Teresa Palmer, Delroy Lindo, Ray Winstone. A young FBI agent, Johnny Utah, infiltrates a cunning team of thrill-seeking elite athletes – led by the charismatic Bodhi. The athletes are suspected of carrying out a spate of crimes in extremely unusual ways.

Deep undercover, and with his life in imminent danger, Utah strives to prove they are the architects of this string of inconceivable crimes.

Spectre PG-13, Action-Adventure, 146 min.

Cast: Daniel Craig, Christoph Waltz, La Seydoux, Naomie Harris, Ben Whishaw. A cryptic message from Bond’s past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind Spectre.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens PG-13, SciFi-Fantasy, 136 min. Cast: Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Oscar Isaac. In this continuation of the “Star Wars” saga, balance returns to the Force as the First Order, emerging from the ashes of the Empire, clashes with the Resistance, which includes scrappy newcomers as well as heroes from the former Rebel Alliance.

Unbroken PG-13, Biography-Drama-Sport, 137 min. Cast: Jack O’Connell, Miyavi, Domhnall Gleeson. After a near-fatal plane crash in World War II, Olympic long-distance runner Louis Zamperini spent a harrowing 47 days in a raft with two fellow crewmen before being captured by the Japanese navy and sent to a prisoner-of-war camp.

Throughout his internment Louie was tortured, and fought to survive throughout the war.

If you have been sexually assaulted or need to speak with a S.A.P.R. victim advocate, call 335-640-6621 24/7 for information and support. The DoD Safe Helpline can be reached toll-free at001-877-995-5247.

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Apps That Can Help Manage Holiday Stress

By Beth Schwinn Defense Centers of Excellence Public Affairs

The holidays don’t always go as well as I’d like. Based on a story from a Washington Post annual online sharing of holiday horror stories, that’s true for a lot of people.

“We were doing a southwest theme, so I was making a tequila lime turkey. I’m used to using wine for cooking and will often just dump more in if the sauce needs it. I checked on the turkey, realized the sauce needed a little more tequila, poured it over the turkey, mixed the sauce in the roasting pan, and put it back in the oven.

About five minutes later I was standing by the sink. The oven door went flying open, there was a very loud WHOOOSH noise, and a giant fireball came shooting out the oven door.”

Sometimes trying to do too much at once (ahem … multitasking) results in turkey flambé. But sometimes, the problems can be more serious: an absent loved one or a health condition such as post-traumatic stress disorder that makes it uncomfortable to be in a group, or a brain injury that results in headaches or cognitive dysfunction when things get too chaotic. We’ve heard how fireworks and crowds are upsetting for those with PTSD and brain injuries, but other holiday events can be tough, too.

The apps listed below can help you ease holiday stress. But if you feel persistently sad or anxious, plagued by physical complaints, unable to sleep, irritable and hopeless, or unable to face routine chores,

talk to your doctor or a mental health professional.

If apps aren’t your thing, the Mayo Clinic suggests some low-tech ways to cope with stress: take a walk at night and stargaze, listen to soothing music, get a massage, or my personal favorite – read a book.

Check out these mobile apps and consider downloading a few for strategies to help you identify stress and plan for a peaceful, happy holiday. ● Use T2 MoodTracker – http://t2health.dcoe.mil/apps/t2-moodtracker – to figure out when your stress levels are rising. This free app from the National Center for Telehealth and Technology (T2) helps you identify the things in your life that contribute to feelings of stress and anxiety. By monitoring mood and behavior over a period of time, you can see how environmental influences and life stress may affect your psychological health. Unique features make it easy to keep a record of your emotional experience for your own awareness, or to share with your therapist or health care provider.

MoodTracker is available for Apple and Android devices. ● Release stress with Breathe2Relax – http://t2health.dcoe.mil/apps/breathe2rela x – Deep breathing helps activate the body’s relaxation response. This popular app guides you through breathing practices to help you physically calm yourself in stressful situations. Practice the exercises regularly on their own or in tandem with clinical care directed by your health care provider. The app is available for Apple and Android devices.

● Manage stress with Tactical Breather – http://t2health.dcoe.mil/apps/tacticalbreather – T2’s customizable stress management tool introduces you to the benefits of controlled breathing through a tutorial and guided exercises. Primarily created for service members during intense combat situations, the app teaches you how to gain control of your heart rate, emotions, concentration, and other psychological and physiological responses to your body during any challenging situation in life. Free downloads for Apple and Android devices.

Practice mindfulness Mindfulness is a term used to describe a set of strategies designed to change the way people think about everyday life.

It is not necessarily the same thing as Mindfulness Meditation – http://www.dcoe.mil/blog/15-02-25/Mindfulness_Meditation_Can_Help_Your_Brai n_Handle_Stress.aspx – which is clinically demonstrated to help treat various psychological health concerns. Check out our series on mindfulness meditation – http://www.dcoe.mil/blog.aspx?BlogTagID=e434b036-9c02-436d-9f473be7a4820911 – to learn more about this practice.

Mindfulness Coach – http://t2health.dcoe.mil/apps/MindfulnessCoach – developed by T2 in partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs, introduces the concept of focusing mindfully and can help you maintain a

meditation practice during the holidays.

Even if you can’t practice regularly, taking a moment to be mindful will help in times of stress. While the free app is currently only available from the iTunes store, there are plans to develop it for other devices.

During the holidays and every day, the DCoE Outreach Center is available to offer free help day or night. Call 866-9661020, email resources@dcoeoutreach.org or live chat with a counselor.

Service members in crisis should seek help immediately by going to the nearest emergency room, or contacting the Military Crisis Line. Dial 800-273-8255 (press 1 for military) for 24/7 crisis support. The crisis line provides a confidential chat and text service (838255). Family members and friends of service members or veterans can also use the Military Crisis Line to reach immediate help.

Disclaimer: The appearance of hyperlinks does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense of this website or the information, products or services contained therein. For other than authorized activities such as military exchanges and Morale, Welfare and Recreation sites, the Department of Defense does not exercise any editorial control over the information you may find at these locations. Such links are provided consistent with the stated purpose of this DOD website. - See more at: http://www.dodlive.mil/ index.php/2015/12/you-can-manage-holiday-stress-these-apps-willhelp/#sthash.sC6uHdbJ.dpuf

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Naples Area First Class Petty Officers Association is composed of members from different rates with one mission: To enhance community relations, promote awareness of our duties as Sailors, and fortify the professional and social welfare of our service members. We normally convene every other week alternating Tuesdays and Thursdays. Visit us and bring a friend. For details call YN1 Gordon at DSN: 626-7733.

Women, Infants, Children (WIC) Overseas Program is offered at NSA Naples. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum or have an infant or child under the age of five may qualify for the program. WIC Overseas is a nutrition education program that provides nutritious supplemental foods. For deails call 081-811-4962.

NATO Lions Rugby: International rugby club lead by professional English coach Jamie Ball. Practices are held at Carney Park every Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The club is open to training and developing all interested players. For details contact Corey Keating at 340-695-7971 or email CoreyJohnKeating@Gmail.com or visit the NATO LIONS RFC (NAPLES ITALY) facebook page.

Naples Middle High School Marching Band Parents of Naples Middle High School Students: Looking for a fun and educational after school activity for your kids? Good news! There is still time to join the NMHS Marching Band! Interested? Check us out Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m. in the Band Room. For details, email louis.hewett@eu.dodea.edu Harry S. Truman Lodge No. 649 meets 6:30 p.m. every second and fourth Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. For details call Chris Gerbore at 333-704-9607 or email gerborechris@hotmail.com or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/HST649.

Club Beyond is a youth group run by Naval Support Activity Naples Religious Ministries, and is open to children in grades 7 through 12. Meeting are Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. at the Chapel Fellowship Hall at the Support Site. For details email Arturo at apaulino@ clubbeyond.org.

Alcoholics Anonymous hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For details call 339-267-7075 or visit www.alcoholics-anonymous.eu/ countries/italy.htm.

The Naples Toastmasters Club provides materials and experience to improve competent communication and leadership skills.

Meetings are at 6:30 p.m. on the first & third Tuesdays of the month at the Support Site Community Center. Guests welcome.

For details visit www.naplestoastmasters.wix.com/ toastmastersnaples or Toastmasters Naples Italy on Facebook.

Boy Scout Troop 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Support Site Community Center.

For details email scoutmastertroop007@gmail.com or visit: https://www.facebook.com/ BSATroop007; https:// www.troopwebhost.org/Troop007Naples or https://www. troopwebhost.org/ FormHTML.aspx?site= Troop007Naples.

Girl Scouts Overseas Naples is excited to support young leaders in action. We are much more than cookies; we show girls how to contribute positively in this world. From arts and crafts to camping trips and more Naples Girl Scouts wants girls to be have fun learning. For details visit https://sites.google.com/site/usagsonaples/ or USA Girl Scouts - Naples, Italy on Facebook.

Meditation Sitting Group meets on Mondays from 5:30 to 6 p.m. at the Support Site side chapel. Participation is free and newcomers are welcome. For details or questions please email Claudia at aplesmeditationgroup@gmail.com or join the Facebook group at NSA Naples Meditation Group.

Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD), Naples Chapter meets every second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. in the NSA Naples Chiefs Mess, near the quarterdeck in Admin I. CSADD’s mission is to create a culture in which our shipmates are helping shipmates maintain a course of success through good decision-making. For details call MC2 Ramsaran at DSN 626-5249.

Navy League Naples has three missions: to enhance the morale of active duty personnel and their families; to inform Congress and the American public on the importance of strong sea services; and to support youth through programs such as the Junior ROTC that expose young people to the values of our sea services. For details call Betty Reese at 081-526-8051 or visit www.navyleague.org.

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Naples NJROTC Cleans Base as Community Service Project

By Cadet Petty Officer First Class Bailey Ward NJROTC Public Affairs Officer

Developing responsible citizens is one of the cornerstones of the U.S. Navy’s Junior Recruit Officer Training Program (NJROTC) and on December 9 and 10, cadets from the Naples Middle High School NJROTC Unit executed two community trash clean-up days at the Gricignano U.S. Navy Support Site.

The unit’s efforts were focused in the areas that usually require the most attention including parks, high traffic streets and parking lots. The event helped cadets earn Community Service ribbons and continued to catalyze the unit’s phenomenal esprit de corps.

The cadet commanding officer was extremely encouraged by the efforts and was especially proud of the freshmen who have hit the deck running this year.

“We have a superb group of young talent,” Cadet Lieutenant Commander Molly McGunnigle said, who led one of the teams.

“NJROTC is looking great this year, and our success stems from awesome students who are simply willing to work together to get things done.”

Cadet Petty Officer First Class Brandon Vaught said cleaning up the base made him feel more connected to the military community.

“Picking up trash around the base made me

Naples Middle High School NJROTC Cadets conduct community service base clean-up at the Navy Base Support Site in Gricignano. Photo courtesy of Niels F. Mateo

feel more like a part of the community, he said. “I would enjoy doing it again.”

The Navy JROTC Unit is one of the most popular organizations in the school with an enrollment that includes more than 20 percent of the student body.

The Naples Middle High School NJROTC Unit has earned the distinction of being named a Distinguished Unit five out of the last seven years and currently operates under the expert guidance of two Naval Science Instructors with more than 50 years of combined active duty service.

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DoD Extends Technological, Operational Edge Into the Future

By Cheryl Pellerin DoD News

The Defense Department’s civilian and military leadership is pursuing a significant and enduring effort to extend its military, technological and operational edge well into the future, Deputy Defense Secretary Bob Work said December 14, 2015.

In a speech at the Center for a New American Security’s National Security Forum, Work noted that this push into the future is driven by a pressing need to modify the defense program to meet evolving threats in the national security environment.

The Only Great Power During the period between 1999 and 2014, Work said, the United States was the world’s only great power and the sole military superpower.

“This gave us enormous freedom of action, but the circumstance is changing” he said, “The unipolar world is starting to fade and we have a more multipolar world in which U.S. global leadership is likely to be increasingly challenged.”

For the United States, Work added, “the most stressing [challenge] is the reemergence of great power competition.”

On Their Way “We’ve been trying for 25 years to include Russia within the European community and we want to partner with it on a wide variety of global issues,” Work said, adding that the United States still seeks both outcomes.

But Russia, he explained, is modernizing its nuclear and conventional forces, sharpening its warfighting doctrine aimed at NATO, rattling its nuclear saber, seeking to undermine NATO and intimidate the Baltic States, and trying to rewrite the international rule book. As a result, the department is adapting its operational posture, contingency plans and programs to deter further aggression, the deputy secretary said.

The Bottom Line “China, a rising power with impressive latent military technological capabilities, probably embodies a more enduring strategic challenge as its ambitions and objectives expand in Asia, [the] Western Pacific, littoral Africa, Latin America and elsewhere,” Work said.

China’s words have been about peaceful rise and about defense, he added, but its actions will be the true test of its commitment to peace and stability in the current international order.

The department continues to pursue military-tomilitary cooperation and a wide range of confidence-building measures with China “to make sure we never come to blows, but … we can’t overlook the competitive aspects of our relationship, especially in the realm of military capabilities.

And that’s the bottom line,” Work said.

A Focus on Capabilities DoD focuses on the capabilities of potential challengers, and Russia and China present the United States and its allies and partners with unique and increasingly stressing military capabilities and operational challenges, he said.

The department understands the importance of engaging with potential competitors but it does so cognizant of its central purpose “to reassure our allies and partners … and to protect U.S. forces and our allies from direct attack,” he added, “and, should deterrence fail, make sure that we are able to roll back any aggression that occurs.”

The best way to prevent great-power competition from becoming great-power conflict, the deputy secretary said, is for the United States to maintain a safe, reliable and secure nuclear arsenal for so long as those weapons exist, coupled with strong conventional deterrent capabilities.

Offset Strategies The United States has historically strengthened its conventional deterrence by pursuing a combination of superior technological capabilities and innovative operational and organizational constructs that offset the strengths of its potential adversaries, Work noted.

In the 1950s, the first offset strategy sought to blunt Soviet numerical and geographical advantage along the inner German border by introducing, demonstrating and developing the operational and organizational constructs to use battlefield nuclear weapons, he said.

After the Soviets achieved strategic nuclear parity in the 1970s, the second offset strategy included precision-guided munitions with near-zero miss.

Today, the department is pursuing a third offset strategy that includes the following five kinds of technological advances: 1. Learning Systems 2. Human-machine collaboration 3. Human-machine combat teaming 4. Assisted human operations 5. Network-enabled, cyber-hardened weapons Deterrent Posture Work said the first priority in trying to build a strong deterrent posture is “to try to achieve a technological overmatch against potential adversaries.”

The department needs new technological capabilities to try to achieve the technological overmatch important to an offset strategy, the deputy secretary said, but “you need new organizational and operational constructs to make them real and to gain operational advantage.”

Such capabilities also must be demonstrated, Work added, so an adversary can see that any attempt to achieve operational success in the warfighting campaign is likely to fail, even if they were to achieve an initial advantage in time and space.

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Sure Start is a unique program committed to providing the highest quality of education for command-sponsored children of enlisted personnel (priority to E1-E4) who are four years old by Sept. 1. For details, contact Bridget Ruffino at 629-4683 or email bridget.ruffino@eu.dodea.edu or call the school at 081-811-4037.

Educational & Developmental Intervention Service Screenings Now Available Room W09, Support Site Village Forum. For eligible children who have not reached their third birthday.

If you are concerned about your child’s development, contact EDIS at 081-811-4676.

Carney Park Ladies Golf Association meets at 9 a.m. Mondays. All skill levels welcome. Discounted play with membership. For details call Carol Borkowski at 081-804-3345 or Carney Park Golf Course at 081-526-4296.

University of Oklahoma Graduate Degrees The University of Oklahoma offers the master of human relations onsite graduate degree program. Courses meet in a series of four evenings and one weekend. For details call the OU office at DSN: 626-6672 or visit the office at Capodichino in the Admin II building.

The Knights Of Columbus, San Gennaro Council 14853, meets at noon on the third Sunday of each month at the Support Site Chapel Offices. For details email robert Kenney at kofcnaples @gmail.com Naval Hospital Religious Services Tuesday: Silent prayer (7:15-7:45 a.m.) in the hospital chapel. Traditional hymn and praise and worship music will be provided during this time; Wednesday Roman Catholic Mass (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) in the hospital chapel (call 081-811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being held); and Thursday Men’s Fellowship and Bible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospital galley.

MORE THE INSIDE PAGE Register For On-Site Undergraduate Classes Visit the colleges for more information about what classes and programs are offered. Call UMUC Maryland at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central Texas College at 081-568-6761.

Filipino-American Association of Naples, Italy meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For details call Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-7604446 or visit Fil-Am Naples on Facebook.

Gaeta/Naples Area Girl Scouts is in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training and support provided. For details email naplesgs@yahoo.com.

Security Note: All DoD military or civilian personnel hosting an event off base must complete a Special Event Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 days in advance, regardless of organization, if the event will involve 50 or more personnel, include distinguished visitors or involve personnel wearing uniforms. For details call the AT/FP Division at 081-568-5525 or visit the division office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403.

The Welfare & Recreation Association is available to meet associates every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its location on the first floor of Building 450 upstairs from Capo Landing. For details visit http://www.wraitalia.it.

The Naples Christian Homeschool Association meets every month to support families who have chosen to educate their own children. We offer weekly park/pool days, a moms’ night out and field trips to explore Bella Napoli and beyond. For details email Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com.

The U.S. Military Retiree Association of Southern Italy (USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing the interests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you are not a member and are eligible, visit the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod. com or call Wylie Miller at 329-208-7315.

The Naples Middle High School PTSA is looking for volunteers to help provide information, resources and events that strengthen the connections between students, parents, the school and the community. A yearly membership is $10 and joining is a great way to get involved, meet the teachers, other parents and your child’s friends. For details email NaplesPTSAteam@ gmail.com or Naples Middle High School PTSA on Facebook.

Catholic Women of The Chapel meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning.

Child care provided. We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for bible study.

For details email cwocnaples@gmail.com or visit Catholic Women of the Chapel NSA Naples, Italy on Facebook.

Naples Area Nurses Association (NANA) is an organization of nurses that work together to fundraise, participate in social events, and provide support throughout the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples and NSA Naples community. For details email Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelley.beltz@ med.navy.mil or Lt. Jenny Paul at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil.

Cub Scout Pack 007 Want to camp in Nettuno, hike in Cuma, go bowling or participate in swimming and archery? Then Cub Scouts is the place for you! Boys in first through fifth grade meet three times per month to learn skills that they apply on hiking, camping and service outings.

For details email naplescubmaster@ gmail.com or visit www.cubscoutingnaples.org.

Latinos Unidos Welcomes New Members Meetings are 2 p.m. on the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For details email michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil or call 3346771-0327, or gabriel.sermeno@eu. navy.mil or call 081-811-5554.

The Naples Area Second Class Petty Officer Association meets every other Tuesday in the Capodichino Theater at noon to discuss upcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. For details, call MA2 Amanda Bauer at DSN 626-4955 or MC2 EvaMarie Ramsaran at DSN 626-5249.

Napoli Nation Fan Club is a group that helps community members attend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations and provides SSC Napoli information to the community.

Membership benefits include SSC Napoli gear, discounted tickets and entry to Napoli Nation functions. For details visit USASSCNapoli on Facebook.

Seventh Day Adventist Worship Service takes place Saturdays at Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon.

The schedule is: Sabbath School lessons, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:45 to 11 a.m.; Divine Service, 11 a.m. to noon. For details call Paolo Fleurant at 328-194-6897 or email naplesadventistsgroup@ yahoo.com.

Connect The Tots Club unites families with children from newborn to preschool age within the Naples military community. Club events include monthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craft activities and more. For details visit www. meetup.com/Connect-the-Tots-Club.

Naples Officials Association Needs Referees For details call Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346-680-3282 or email nalexander@ afsouth.nato.int.

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The Department of Defense has released the 2016 Basic Allowance for Housing rates. Service members can calculate their BAH payment by using the Basic Allowance for Housing calculator at: http://www.defensetravel.dod. mil/site/ bahCalc.cfm. Photo by Gary Nichols

BAH from page 1

In the event of an emergency or to report a crime, please call the Emergency Dispatch Center at 081-568-4911 or 5911.(On-Base Dial 9-1-1) For non-emergency assistance, call 081-568-5638

An important part of the Basic Allowance for Housing process is the cooperation from the Services and local military housing offices in the data collection effort. Input from local commands is used to determine in what neighborhoods data is collected and to direct the data collection effort towards adequate apartment complexes and individual housing units.

Median current market rent and average utilities (including electricity, heat, and water/sewer) comprise the total housing cost for each military housing area and are included in the Basic Allowance for Housing computation. Total housing costs are developed for six housing profiles (based on dwelling type and number of bedrooms) in each military housing area. Basic Allowance for Housing rates are then calculated for each pay grade, both with and without dependents.

An integral part of the Basic Allowance for Housing program is the provision of individual rate protection to all members. No matter

what happens to measured housing costs - including the out-of-pocket cost sharing adjustment noted above, an individual member who maintains uninterrupted Basic Allowance for Housing eligibility in a given location will not see his/her Basic Allowance for Housing rate decrease. This ensures that members who have made long-term commitments in the form of a lease or contract are not penalized if the area's housing costs decrease.

The Department is committed to the preservation of a compensation and benefit structure that provides members with a suitable and secure standard of living to sustain a trained, experienced, and ready force now and in the future.

For more information on Basic Allowance for Housing, including the 2016 Basic Allowance for Housing rates and 2016 Basic Allowance for Housing rate component breakdown, visit https://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/site/bah.cfm Service members can calculate their BAH payment by using the Basic Allowance for Housing calculator at: http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/site/bahCalc.cfm.

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JOBS HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) To find out what positions are currently open, please contact our front desk at DSN 626-5409 or commercial 081-5685409. Copies of vacancy announcements will be also posted at the Human Resources Office, located at Admin I building at Capodichino, first floor. The customer service hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) at Support Site will also have vacancy announcements at the HRO website: http://cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/Jobs.html Applications are accepted at the Security Pass and ID Office at Capodichino, or at the HRO, located in Admin 1, Capodichino, or by mailing to: HRO, PSC 817 Box 29, FPO AE 09622, or at Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) located on the TLA first floor, at Support Site. HRO must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Customer service operation hours for the following HRO services are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9-11 a.m. and from 1-3 p.m.: • ID/CAC Cards (DD1172-2) • Requests for an Official Passport (DD1056) • Logistical Support Letters • Work Certificates

U.S. POSITIONS CONUS hires currently residing in the Naples/Gaeta commuting areas MUST apply through USAJOBS to receive consideration.

CLOSING December 24 IT Specialist (INET), GS-2210-11, ANN#EUR16-271138-VT, Full Time Permanent Information Technology (IT) Specialist, GS-2210-12, ANN# EUR16271074-VT, Full Time Permanent Electronics Technician, GS-085612, ANN#EUR16-271072-VT, Full Time Permanent Real Property Accountability Officer, GS-1101-12, ANN# EUR16241577-MM, Full Time Permanent Electronics Technician, GS-085612, ANN#EUR16-248384-VT, Full Time Permanent Social Science Specialist, GS0101-12, ANN#EUR16-205048-XDR1, Full Time Permanent Support Assistant, GS-0303-06, ANN#EUR16-251381-VT-R1, Full Time Permanent CLOSING December 31 Program Analyst, GS-0343-13, ANN#EUR15-191731-VT R1, Full Time Permanent (Reannouncement) Recreation Assistant, GS-0189-05, ANN# EUR16-259518-AV/R1, Full Time Permanent Region Investigator/Inspector, GS-1801-12, ANN#EUR16-273646XD, Full Time Permanent Financial Technician, GS-0503-07, ANN#EUR-16277642-VT, Full Time Permanent CLOSING February 29 Program Assistant (O/A), GS-034407, ANN#EUR16-257750-AG, (Multiple positions), Full-Time Temporary (Second cut-off: December 24

LOCAL NATIONAL (LN) POSITIONS IMPORTANT NOTICE: The application form and instructions on how to

apply have been revised. Any prior editions will be obsolete and will no longer be considered beginning 1 Jan 2016. Applications that do not conform to the revised instructions will not be considered.

CLOSING December 24 Purchasing Agent, Ua-1105-04, ANN#40411-266263-AG, Full Time Permanent CLOSING December 31 IT Specialist (CUSTSPT), Ua-221002, ANN#70294-247689-XD, Full Time Permanent If you have any questions, contact the front desk at 626-5409 or 081-5685409. You can also contact the HRO Naples helpdesk at: http://cnic.navy. mil/Europe/About/Jobs/AboutWorkingHere/index.htm. You will be contacted within 24 hours, so please be sure to provide your contact information. Thank you and we appreciate your input, whether negative or positive so that we can find ways to improve the HRO services, or continue to provide excellent service. As a reminder, an HRO Representative is available for the bi-weekly “Meet & Greet” at the NSA, Support Site Base, Navy Exchange Food Court area from 8-9 a.m. Please feel free to come by, pick up a copy of a vacancy announcement that you may be interested in applying for, or ask questions. If the HRO representative is unable to provide you a response, he/she will bring the question back to the HRO office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The date for the next “Meet & Greet” is yet to be determined.

NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: http://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/ cnreurafswa/about/jobs.html. The necessary application forms are also available on line. For any questions you have you may call 081-5684164/2505/5612. The applications may be emailed to CNREURAFSWA_NRBO_N9_Personnel@eu.navy. mil

NSA NAPLES US NAF POSITIONS Education Aid/Technician, CY1702-I/II, ANN#16-030, (Multiple Positions) flexible, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Teen Center and Youth Sports Capodichino/Support Site. Job summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years. Assembles and gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from six to nine years old, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 to 12 years, Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 to 18 years. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance. Closing date: Open until filled.

Education Aid/Technician, CY1702-I/II, ANN#16-024 , (Multiple Po-

sitions) regular full time, (Eligible for Post Allowance) Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Teen Center and Youth Sports Capodichino/Support Site. Job summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years. Assembles and gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from six to nine years old, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 to 12 years, Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 to 18 years. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance. Closing date: Open until filled.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#15-167, flexible, Auto/Wood Skills Center, Support Site, Naples, Italy. Job summary: Provides oversight of activities and necessary services to authorized patron, including general information on the use of equipment. Closing date: Open until filled.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#15-175, flexible, MWR Golf Course, Carney Park, Naples. Job summary: Collects green fees (monthly and daily), locker fees and fees for electric cart rentals. Employee will act as starter when needed on weekdays and assist when needed as cashier. Closing date: Open until filled.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#15-207, flexible, Fitness Forum, Support Site, Naples, Italy.

Job summary: Employee in this position plays an integral part in providing customer service and insuring patrons are offered a clean facility and pleasant conditions for their fitness/athletic workouts or programs.

Closing date: Open until filled.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#15-242, flexible, MWR ITT Division, Naples, Italy. Job summary: Provides customer service and disseminate travel and tour information to patrons and sells tickets. Closing date: Open until filled.

Lifeguard, NF-0189-01, ANN#16001, (Multiple positions) flexible Aquatics Division, MWR Capo Pool.

Job summary: Works as safeguards and supervises swimmers and bathers in pool area. Closing date: Open until filled.

Recreation Assistant, NF-018901/02, ANN#16-003 flexible, Fleet and Family Readiness Center, Gaeta, Italy. Job summary: Serves as a primary front line customer service representative of the overall program as such, must continually present information in a high professionaland customer friendly style. Closing date: Open until filled.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN# 16-005 flexible, Outdoor Recreation Program, Support site/Carney Park.

Job summary: Provides and maintain recreation and athletic equipment issue. Closing date: Open until filled.

Food Service Worker, NA-7408-02, ANN#16-045 flexible, (Multiple Positions) Bowling Center, Support Site.

Job summary: Performs tasks with several steps or sequence of tasks such as: sets up food service counters, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food, including meats, vegetables, sal-

ads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages. First cut off date: December 24.

Bartender, NA-7405-05, ANN#16049, flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site. Job summary: Prepares and serves all types of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverage from a full service bar. First cut off date: December 31.

NAF LOCAL NATIONAL POSITION Custodial Worker, Uc-3566-08, ANN#16-046 permanent part time, Carney Park, Naples, Italy. Closing date: December 24.

NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Bldg. 2091-B Call 081-813-5252/5253/5254/ DSN: 629-4774 Hours: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application visit: https://www.NavyExchange.jobs To assist your job search go directly to the location field, open the drop down menu and click on Italy, then click on SEARCH FOR JOBS button. You will see all the jobs in Italy (mostly Naples area); just make sure you are NOT applying for a position located in Sigonella (Sicily). For any questions or concerns please call the numbers above.

GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#150001PB Sales Clerk (Softlines)/SL/NF-1/FLEX FT – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Jewelry, Men’s, Ladies, Shoes, Cosmetics, Handbags, and Children’s departments.

Ann#150001NA Cashier Checker/

CC/NF-1/Flex – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-9.50 per hour. Job summary: Associates engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail checkout areas.

Ann#1500028Z Sales Clerk (Garden)/SL/NF-1/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$9.50 per hour.

Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service which anticipates and exceeds customer expectations.

Ann#1500033X Sales Clerk (Giftware)/SL/NF-1/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$9.50 per hour.

Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service which anticipates and exceeds customer expectations.

Ann#1500033Z Sales Clerk (Consumable)/SL/NF-1/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay: $8-$9.50 per hour.

Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service that anticipates and exceeds customer expectations.

Ann#15000346 Sales Clerk (Watches/Sunglasses)/SL/NF1/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service which anticipates and exceeds customer expectations.

Ann#15000347 Sales Clerk (Ladies)/SL/NF-1/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques.

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JOBS from page 20 provide service which anticipates and exceeds customer expectations Ann#150003XI Security Guard/ 52/NF-1/Regular Part Time – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$11 per hour. Job summary: Ensures enforcement of security measures; conducts inspections; prepares reports concerning security-related incidents, etc.

Ann#1500058D Security Guard/ 52/NF-1/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$11 per hour. Job summary: Ensures enforcement of security measures; conducts inspections; prepares reports concerning security related incidents, etc.

Ann#150004AX LP/Safety Investigator (Detective)/52/NF2/ Regular Part Time – Pay Rate: $9-$11 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for the protection of Navy Exchange assets through investigative strategies, utilizing various surveillance techniques, and the auditing of controls designed to prevent and minimize loss potential.

Ann#1500058C LP/Safety Investigator (Detective)/52/NF2/FLEX – Pay Rate: $9-$11 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for the protection of Navy Exchange assets through investigative strategies, utilizing various surveillance techniques, and the auditing of controls designed to prevent and minimize loss potential.

Ann#150004CD Sales Clerk (Wine Shop)/PS/NF-01/Flex – Pay Rate: $8$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for selling merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked, displayed, and available. Knowledge of wines and specialty foods is desirable. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

Ann#150004U5 Supervisory Sales Clerk (Children) /SL/NF-2/Regular Full Time – Pay Rate: $10-$14 per hour. Job summary: Provides work direction and supervision for a group of associates within assigned departments/ location engaged in perform-

ing various clerical, retail and services functions.

Ann#150004UW Supervisory Sales Clerk (Electronics)/SL/ NF2/Regular Full Time – Pay Rate: $10$14 per hour. Job summary: Provides work direction and supervision for a group of associates within assigned departments/ location engaged in performing various clerical, retail and services functions.

GRICIGNANO MINIMART Ann#1500000W Sales Clerk/MM/ NF-01/Flex – Pay Rate: $9-$10 per hour.

Job summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

Ann#1500026B Supervisory Sales Clerk/MM/NF-02/RFT – Pay Rate: $10-$14 per hour. Job summary: Provides work direction and supervision for a group of associates within assigned departments/location engaged in performing various clerical, retail and services functions. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

CAPODICHINO NEXMART Ann#150000VS Customer Service Clerk/MM/NF-1/FLEX – Pay Rate: $9-11 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES School Age Care Looking f or Full-Time Leads Child and Youth Programs is looking for full-time lead positions at the Support Site’s School Age Care Program.

The position helps oversee the Beforeand After-School Program, in addition to the summer day camp. Apply through the Human Resources Office at Capodichino. Call 081-5684164/2505 to find out what documentation is needed.

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MORE BASE NOTES Dec. 18: Liberty Holiday Social Meet and Greet Single/Unaccompanied Service Members are invited to the Liberty Holiday Social Meet and Greet on December 18. Join us at our new Liberty location at Support Site in Building 2038, apt. 2. There will be appetizers available and more from 4 to 8 p.m. The event is free. For details call DSN 629-4192 or Comm. 081-811-4192.

Dec. 21-31: Single Service Members Swimmers’ Secret Santa Santa will be leaving presents for the Single Service Members who join us at the Capo FitZone pool for some swimming over the holidays. Swim at least 100m anytime during Capo FitZone pool hours from December 21 to 31, show your Single Service Member (Liberty) card to one of our lifeguard elves and get a prize when you leave.

For details call DSN 626-4254 or Comm. 081-568-4254.

Dec. 22: Auto Skills Center Free Vehicle Workshop Learn how to check your vehicle’s vital fluids, brakes, tires, windshield wipers, radiator, seat belts and more with the help of our expert mechanics at the free vehicle workshop on December 22. Workshop is held every 30 minutes from 3:30 to 5 p.m. In addition this month, the Auto Skills Center is having a big discount on Royal Purple Motor Oil, 5W20 and 5W30. For details or to register for the workshop, call DSN 629-4971 or Comm.

081-811-4971.

Dec. 28: Youth Auditions for MCT’s King Arthur’s Quest Missoula Children’s Theatre and CYP present King Arthur’s Quest. Auditions are open for approx. 60 local students, grades 1 to 12, and will be held on December 28 at the Naples High School Cafeteria at 10 a.m. All participants must complete a CYP registration form to participate in this event (available at the audition) and participate in rehearsals from December 28-31. The performance will be held on January 2 at the High School Cafeteria at 6 p.m. and is free and open to the entire community. For details call DSN 629-4722 or Comm. 081-811-4722.

Now-Dec. 31: Youth Winter Cheerleading Registration Open Registration is now open for the upcoming Cheerlead-

ing League for youth, ages 5 and above. Various divisions are available for different age groups. Season runs January 23 to March 11. Cost per child is $50. Register at the Support Site Youth Center, Support Site CDC or Capodichino CDC, Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Upon registration, parent must bring valid proof of child's age, registration and CYP forms, and a copy of the PAYS online certificate (completed by at least one parent in each household). For details call the Youth Sports Department at DSN 629-4729 or comm.

081-811-4729 or Youth Activities Office at DSN 6294722 or Comm. 081-811-4722.

Jan. 11: Foam Roller Clinic Learn how to effectively use a foam roller. Join a handson training that will be held at the Support Site Fitness Forum Aerobics Room on January 11 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Training topics include trigger points and upper and lower back pain relief from foam rolling techniques.

Register at the Support Site Fitness Forum or call DSN 629-6604 or Comm. 081-811-6604 for more details.

Jan. 4-Feb. 26: Stroke, Spin and Strike: Aquatics Self-Paced Triathlon Join our self-paced fitness program that allows you to train for personal fitness goals while you earn prizes in the base gyms. You determine your pace, your distance, and your division. Record your results with the staff at the Capo FitZone and Support Site Fitness Forum for biking and running and with the lifeguards at the Capo FitZone pool. Visit the gyms or the MWR Facebook page for the divisions and prizes. For details call DSN 6264254/4256 or Comm. 081-568-4254-4256.

Jan. 4 & Jan. 11: NSA Naples Base Bowling Team Tryouts Active Duty Military members are invited to join the NSA Naples Base Bowling Team. Come to Strikers Bowling Center at the Support Site on January 4 or January 11 at 5 p.m. to bowl 12 games on four different lane patterns to make the team. Patterns are boardwalk, winding road, highway to hell and dead man’s curve. No fees to participate. Naples base team will compete against other OCONUS teams in the Navy Bowling Championship. Winner will play other region championships. For details call DSN 629-6979 or Comm. 081-811-6979.

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CHRISTMAS - NEW YEAR

COLOR ME: SANTA CLAUS

Practice your vocabulary. Find the Italian words.

K R C O R I V X U V P N I E G

X K A L I A C A Z I Y A E R J

O C L U C A T A R C Q T N B Y

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NORAD Celebrates 60 Years Tracking Santa From North American Aerospace Defense Command

The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) is celebrating the 60th anniversary of tracking Santa’s Yuletide journey.

The NORAD Tracks Santa website, which launched earlier this month, features Santa’s North Pole Village, which includes a holiday countdown, games, activities, and more.

The website is available in eight languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese and Chinese.

Official NORAD Tracks Santa apps also are available in the Windows, Apple and Google Play stores, so parents and children can count down the days until Santa’s launch on their smartphones and tablets. Tracking opportunities also are offered on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Google Plus. Santa followers simply need to type “@noradsanta” into each search engine to get started.

This year, the website features the NORAD headquarters in the North

Pole Village and highlights of the program over the past 60 years.

Tracking Santa’s Flight Starting at 8:01 a.m. in Italy (2:01 a.m. on the U.S. East Coast) Dec. 24, website visitors can watch Santa make preparations for his flight.

NORAD’s “Santa Cams” will stream videos on the website as Santa makes his way over various locations. Then, at noon in Italy (6 a.m. on the U.S. East Coast), trackers worldwide can speak with a live phone operator to inquire as to Santa’s whereabouts by dialing the tollfree number 1-877-HiNORAD (1-877-446-6723) or by sending an email to noradtrackssanta@ outlook.com.

Any time on December 24, Windows Phone users can ask Cortana for Santa’s location, and OnStar subscribers can press the OnStar button in their vehicles to locate Santa.

NORAD Tracks Santa is possible, in large part, to the efforts and services of numerous program contributors, NORAD officials said.

upcoming uSo Tours Capodichino office 081-568-5713 Support Site office 081-811-4903 www.uso.it TouRS opEN To BoTh u.S. MILITaRY aND NaTo I.D. CaRD hoLDERS

Dec 18 Dinner in Medieval Borgo in Avellino . . €54 Dec 19 Adventure Trail in Bourbon Tunnel . . . €32 Dec 20 Sorrento and Amalfi Coast . . . . . . . . . . . . €38 Dec 26 The City of Bethlehem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €28 Dec 27 The Catacombs of Naples . . . . . . . . . . . . . €18 – Wine tasting tours are for adults only – Do-it-yourself island packages now available, and include a round-trip hydro-foil ticket and a full-course Italian lunch

EXTENDED TOURS

Dec 30-Jan 2 New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam . . . . . €804 Jan 16-17 Florence and Pisa Weekend. . . . . . . . €175 Jan 30-31 Perugia and Assisi Weekend . . . . . . . €189 Feb 12-15 Presidents Day in London . . . . . . . . . €669 Feb 13-15 Carnevale of Viareggio . . . . . . . . . . . . €239

In the event of an emergency or to report a crime, please call the Emergency Dispatch Center at 081-568-4911 or 5911.

(On-Base Dial 9-1-1) For non-emergency assistance, call 081-568-5638

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TALIAN LESSONS, for info contact Elena D'Angelo cell. 340-577-5239 or tel. 081-891-1489.

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