Panorama Jan. 10, 2014

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Serving the nato, naples and Gaeta military community in italy

Naples Welcomes the New Year

Friday, January 10, 2014

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January Illuminations and Bonfires Lead Naples Events Pages 4-5

Mabus Tightens Navy’s Counterfraud Measures Page 6

More than 300 community members gathered on top the Capodichino east parking garage for the Religious Ministries Chili Cook-off, Dec. 31. A DJ provided entertainment and many community members set up tables and chairs with sparkling wine and cigars to bring in the New Year in a bit of style. A lengthy barrage of fireworks could be seen from all over the city and lasted long into the night. (Photo by MCC Travis Simmons) See more on page 13.

Monitoring Earthquakes From NSA Naples Public Affairs

An earthquake shook much of Southern Italy, Dec. 29, and was felt by many throughout the region.

The National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology reported the 4.9 magnitude earthquake occurred approximately 40 miles northeast of Capodichino at 6:08 p.m.

Many Support Site residents in Gricignano di Aversa noticed Christmas tree ornaments making noise and the gentle swaying of their homes.

The Vesuvius Observatory, located in downtown Naples, is the Naples section of the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology. Its Website can be viewed at http://www.ov.ingv.it/ov/ index.php Besides seismic activity, it also monitors the Vesuvius, Campi Flegrei, Ischia and Stromboli volcanoes.

The 1980 Irpinia 6.89 magnitude earthquake, which caused widespread damage and resulted in nearly 3,000 deaths, was 1,000 times stronger than the Dec. 29, 2013 earthquake.

Santa and Mrs. Claus Visit Children in Naples Page 12

Weekly Crime Report Right: Dott. Marcello Martini, from the Vesuvius Observatory, and Steve Ursell, training officer from Naval Support Activity Naples, discuss sensors and reporting methods used during an informational visit of the Vesuvius Observatory in July 2013. The Vesuvius Observatory is the Naples section of the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology. (Photos by MCC Travis Simmons)

Review what happened between dec. 25 and Jan. 7.

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FRIDAY High 53 / Low 41 Mostly Cloudy

SATURDAY High 55 / Low 44 Mostly Cloudy

SUNDAY Sensors from various areas of Naples are monitored constantly by the Vesuvius Observatory, which has a dedicated telephone line with the Civil Protection Department. The observatory also monitors the Vesuvius, Campi Flegrei, Ischia and Stromboli volcanoes.

High 54 / Low 41 Partly Cloudy

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Base Notes

New Policy Limiting Purchase of Meat Products

By Capt. Scott Gray NSA Commanding Officer

Welcome back from the holidays and happy New Year! I hope everyone enjoyed some time with their family and friends. The NSA Naples chaplain’s office organized a great New Year’s party this year on the rooftop of the Capo parking garage with more than 300 in attendance. I heard the chili was to die for!

As we begin 2014, I would like to remind everyone that we are scaling back on custodial services around both Capo and Support Site. This is a CNO approved reduction in services aimed at re-directing more money to the recapitalization of the fleet. As a result, I ask everyone’s assistance in going the extra mile in maintaining cleanliness around the bases. Be sure to help pick up trash if you find it around the base and take a little extra time to clean up should you spill your coffee while transiting the passageways. If we work together, we can easily overcome this challenge and contribute in our small way in ensuring our Navy remains the best in the world.

The new policy on meat purchase is another new addition for 2014. As many of you have noticed, meat products leave the shelves almost as quickly as we can stock them, even after we doubled our orders. The new policy limits excessive purchases of meat products to ensure all members of the community have equal access to the products we offer.

The Banco di Napoli ATM on the Support Site has had numerous and recurring reliability problems. We are working closely with Banco Di Napoli to establish a regular maintenance schedule to preclude future issues. We are also exploring the possibility of installing additional machines in the coming year.

All service members living on the economy will see an OHA increase of roughly 100 euro per month in 2014. The increase is based on surveys submitted from March to May of 2013 and will help cover expenses for utilities and recurring maintenance.

I am also very pleased to report that we had no DUIs throughout the holidays. The safety of our personnel is a top priority and your exemplary behavior and solid decision making set the standard within this region. Thank you for making the effort to stay safe this holiday season and let’s make a resolution to continue this trend into 2014.

The Roccaraso ski area is now open for the season with more snow on the way every day. Take the family on a trip through MWR, USO or make the two-hour drive north.

Both MWR and the USO offer countless trips for service members in Naples so be sure to read through their calendars through both the PAO Notes and their respective Facebook pages.

A new policy limiting the amount of meat products purchased on any given day has been issued by NSA Naples. The policy states that customers are limited to 8 of any single item and a maximum of fifteen meat products per day. Purchases above this amount must be ordered 10 days in advance through DECA customer service (629-4871). Patrons from Gaeta, Rome and other outlying areas are limited to 8 of any single item to a maximum of 25 meat products per day with proof of residency location. This policy is intended to enforce routine availability of all products.

CNIC-Directed Facility Service Reductions

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The Naples Veterinary Treatment Facility will be holding a New Year's “Neuterthon.” Be a responsible pet owner and schedule your male pet during Jan.1415 for our neuter week marathon. Please contact us with any questions or to schedule your pet at DSN: 629-7913 or 081-811-7913. Normal fees apply.

Jan. 15-16: American Soccer Club of Napoli Mid-Season Tryouts

Access Control Badges Issued Tuesdays and Thursdays

Jan. 17 NOSC Online Scholarship Applications Available

Security now only issues access control badges on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Access control badges allow personnel access to buildings on the installation for any period of time up to a year and are different than escort passes, which remain unaffected.

For additional information, please contact the Physical Security Officer at DSN: 626-3986 or 081-568-3986.

Applications for the 2014-2015 NOSC Scholarship will be available online Jan.17 and will close Feb. 28.

Scholarship recipients will be notified in May. The application process will be conducted online. These are the requirements for application: 1) Applicants must be U.S. Military or U.S. Government Service GS personnel, currently attached to a command located in the Naples/Gaeta area, or, their dependent spouse or child.

High School applicants must have attended school here locally. The sponsor must be attached to a Naples/Gaeta command on Feb. 2014, when the application is due. 2.)

No person may receive a collective total of more than $5,000.00 in NOSC scholarship awards. Persons who have already reached the cumulative allowable total are not eligible to apply. 3.) All applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Jan. 11: Resolution Run Start the New Year off on the right foot. MWR’s latest fun run will take place on Saturday, Jan 11. Registration is at 9 a.m. The 1-mile Fun Run begins at 10 a.m. (free) and the 5K begins at 10:30 a.m. ($5 per person). T-shirts will be available for purchase in dollars only. All participants will be entered to win complimentary movie tickets, bowling vouchers, vouchers for future run entry fees and t-shirts. For more information, call Intramural Sports at DSN: 629-6528 or 081-811-6528.

Jan 11, 20 & 25: Navy Outdoor Recreation Single-Day Ski Trip With a minimum of 30 patrons, the NOR bus will provide round trip transport to one of several local ski resorts. Cost is $15 per adult/$10 per child 4-12 and free for ages 3 and under (based on space availability). For more information, call the Support Site NOR Center at DSN: 629-4947 or 081-811-4947. The NOR is located at the Auto Wood Skills Center behind the Autoport. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Jan 13: Youth Gymnastics and Cheer Registration

Come out to the Auto/Wood Skills Center on Support Site from 4-6 p.m. and learn how to check seat belts, radiator, brakes, tires, and more. Your vehicle needs

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Jan. 14-15: New Year's ‘Neuterthon’

The American Soccer Club of Napoli (ASC) is holding mid-year tryouts for those interested in joining the club.

Membership is open to all U.S. ID card holders, DOD civilian, and Allied Forces families with children between the ages of 7 and 19. Tryouts for children with year of birth between 2000-2006, will occur on Wednesday, Jan. 15, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Support Site south soccer fields with lights. Tryouts for children with year of birth between 1996-1999, will be on Thursday, Jan. 16, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the same location. If you have additional questions regarding tryouts or membership with ASC, please email membership@ascnapoli.com or visit www.ascnapoli.com.

Jan 14: Free Auto Skills Workshop

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special cold-weather care so find out how in this free workshop. Workshop size is limited. For more information, call DSN: 629-4971.

Beginning in January, CNIC facility reductions will impact installation janitorial and grounds keeping services. These are CNO-approved service level reductions. For NSA Naples, sweeping, mopping and general cleaning of all spaces will be impacted. Desk-side waste and recycling pick-up in administrative and operational areas will no longer be performed. This will require personnel to dispose of waste in central collection points. Restroom cleaning frequency will also be reduced. Reimbursable tenants are not impacted at this time. Additional details will be distributed when available through leadership and in future PAO Notes.

This 10-week program for children ages 5-14 runs now through Mar 25. Registration is open and runs until classes are full. Priority is first come – first served. Only registration with full payment reserves your child’s spot in a class. Cost is $135-$150, depending on class level. Days and times also depend on class level. If your child missed Jan. 6 assessments and space is available, arrangements may be made at instructor discretion and $20 late fee will be applied to registration. One parent must take and present certificate for PAYS (Parent Assn. for Youth Sports).

Complete information is available in the Youth Activities photo album on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/mwrnaples. For more information, call the Youth Center DSN 629-4722 or 081-811-4722.

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Jan. 22: Auditions for ‘Love Letters’ Theatrical Performance The Naples Overseas Support Club (NOSC) is presenting a live theatrical performance of A.R. Gurney's "Love Letters" Feb. 22 at the Naples American High School. Auditions will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 22, at the Support Site Community Center from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This imaginative play requires no line memorization and only a few rehearsals as it is performed where each character reads the letters written to each other over the course of their lives. NOSC is looking for men and women that are able to portray multiple ages (20-50). Auditioners should prepare a two-minute monologue not from this show and be prepared for cold readings. For more information, please contact Rachel Cornette at nosc1stvp@gmail.com.

Jan. 22: Coffee Talk with Connect the Tots Connect the Tots is holding a coffee talk for families with young children on Wednesday, Jan. 22, at the Support Site Chuck full O'Nuts. The event starts at 10 a.m. and is open to all U.S. and NATO ID cardholders.

Grab a cup and enjoy some adult conversation while the little ones play. For more information visit http://www.meetup.com/Connect-the-Tots-Club.

Jan 23: NMCRS Baby Basics Class A monthly class on newborn care and other useful tips for expecting parents is scheduled to be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Jan. 23. The class is offered by Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) Visiting Nurses and is open to U.S. military, civilians and NATO ID cardholders. It will be held at the NMCRS office located in room G-16 of the Admin II building at Capo. To register for the class and for more information, call NMCRS at DSN: 626-3913 or 081-568-3913.

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Jan 25: Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship Since 1972, the Knights of Columbus have sponsored International Free Throw Championships for boys and girls between the ages of 9 and 14. The championship is set up to have the contestants compete within their own gender and age group. This year’s competition will be held on Saturday January 25 at the MWR Youth Center on the Support Site. Registration opens at 1330 and the competition begins at 1430. Any questions, please contact Robert Kenney at kofcnaples@ gmail.com.

Jan 29: Brief for Transitioning Service Members and Spouses All transitioning service members, whether retiring or separating, are welcome to attend the upcoming Transition GPS stand-alone brief at the Capo theater on Wednesday, Jan 29, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Any questions regarding Tricare, the Survivor Benefits Program and/or the checkout process at PSD will be answered.

Registration is required for the briefing, which is also open to spouses. Please contact the TAP Coordinator, Suzette Brown, at DSN: 629-6542 for additional information or to register.

Jan. 31: International Festival and Silent Auction at Naples Elementary School The Naples Elementary School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) will be hosting its annual International Festival and Silent Auction on Friday, Jan. 31 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Entry to the festival is

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free and the silent auction raises money for programs and events that enrich the children's learning experience. All U.S. and NATO ID cardholders are welcome.

The PTA is in search of individuals or groups of volunteers to represent their state or country. Volunteers can choose to represent their homeland through food, dance, music, crafts, pictures, or any other way to share and educate others about it. If you are considering a state or country and would like additional information or to sign up, please email Jaime Thomason at nes.pta1@gmail.com.

Jan 31: January Balloon Birthday Party with Connect the Tots Community members are invited to the January Balloon Birthday Party on Friday, Jan. 31 at the Support Site playground behind the library. The event starts at 10:30a.m. and is open to all U.S. and NATO ID cardholders. For more information visit http://www.meetup.com/Connect-the-Tots-Club <http://www.meetup.com/Connect-the-Tots-Club/>

Upcoming Changes to Euro Bill Payments The European Union will convert to Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) format for payment processing Feb. 1. SEPA will standardize payment processing in Europe and allow customers to make payments to all SEPA participating countries. Payments will require an International Bank Account Number (IBAN) and Business Identifier Code (BIC) for the payee. The payment cannot be executed without the IBAN and BIC for the payee. All Community members that send Euro electronic transfers for rent or bills will be impacted by this change. Please contact your financial Institution for additional details prior to the implementation date.

Italian News Briefs

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Compiled by Teresa Merola

Image of Mount Vesuvius Wins ‘Top Satellite Image of the Year’ A satellite image of Mount Vesuvius won the third annual “Top Satellite Image of the Year” 2013 contest organized by the DigitalGlobe Company via social media. The first round of voting saw the Island of Love in Croatia and Mount Vesuvius in Italy lead the polls with the most votes. The Mount Vesuvius won with more than 3,000 votes.

ple took their case against the Italian state since in Italy children born of Italian parents within wedlock must legally take their father's last name.

The couple claimed the law was in violation of their rights in regards to privacy, family life and equality between spouses.

The judges ruled that Italy needs to make legislative or other changes to remedy the situation. Italy now has three months to appeal the decision.

Magic World Declares Bankruptcy

Italy Launched TV Broadcast 60 Years Ago

Magic World, the amusement park located in Licola outside Naples, was declared bankrupt, Dec. 9. The park administration had several million in debts with Equitalia, an Italian government company responsible for tax collection. The Campania region lost another important industry in its territory.

Italy celebrated 60 years of television, Jan. 3, on the anniversary of the state broadcaster RAI TV. In 1954, it was the first channel to broadcast a national program. The channel's launch coincided with the 'Dolce Vita' boom years of postwar Italy, which solidified Italy's place as a technologically advanced country. Earlier attempts at launching TV were stymied by Fascist Italy's entrance in World War II. Today television remains the most popular source of media for Italians, and RAI is no longer the monopoly it once was, with competition from Silvio Berlusconi's Mediaset empire and independent broadcaster La7.

Italian Couple Allowed to Give Daughter Mother’s Last Name The European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg ruled that an Italian couple from Milan should be allowed to give their daughter her mother’s last name. The Italian cou-

Arrests Made in Bribery Allegations in L’Aquila Eight people, including the deputy mayor of L’Aquila, were put under investigation for alleged bribery in the rebuilding contracts of the city following a devastating earthquake in 2009 that killed more than 300 people and left about 65,000 homeless. The deputy mayor and others allegedly took part in falsifying contracts of over one million euros, receiving bribes for 500,000 euros. Four of the eight investigated were put under house arrest. The deputy mayor resigned from office.

Man’s Will Gives a Million Euros to Town In a small Italian town officials had a hard time determining the will of a million-euro inheritance from an Italian-Australian man who wished to give the money to the poor. His hometown located in Northeastern Italy has a population of 3,300. The will was specified in the local dialect and it was very vague. Officials had to interpret his wishes and they finally made the decision to give the money to the town’s nursing home and to a local school.

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FOR FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER (FFSC) EVENTS, SEE PAGE 5.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED THE NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is seeking volunteers for a manager and treasurer position. The manager oversees the dayto-day operations of the NOSC Thrift Store on Support Site and will work closely with and report to the vice president of fundraising on the NOSC Board. Supervisor, retail and marketing experience is preferred, as well as a working knowledge of Excel, Word, Facebook and the Internet. The position requires 120 volunteer hours per month. NOSC Store operations training will be provided. The Treasurer maintains and manages all financial, bookkeeping and banking operations of NOSC, provides full financial reporting and oversight of funds and develops and maintains an accurate budget with the approval of the board. Experience in the use of Quick Books is essential and knowledge of budgetary and accounting principles is required.

The treasurer positions requires 40 volunteer hours per month. If interested in either position, contact noscpresident4@gmail.com.

NAPLES MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL TRACK AND FIELD program is looking for volunteer coaches for the varsity, junior varsity and middle school staff this year. The season is from March to May with practices held Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. There is a preference for experience at the collegiate or high school competitive levels. If interested, contact coach Mark Tyler at DSN: 629-4497.

ARGOSY UNIVERSITY is looking for participants to take part in an exploratory study on Military Vs. Civilian Leadership. Volunteers would take part in a one-hour interview detailing previous military leadership role(s) and your current civilian leadership role. If interested, please contact Lovell Jones at 340-959-1173 or lovell_jones318@yahoo.com.

NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) needs volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering or in taking a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-568-4788 or 626-4788 for more information. You can also "like" our Facebook page American Red Cross Naples - to keep up with current opportunities.

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. If you are interested in volunteering for this, please call 081-811-6372 or email FFSCNSANaplesItaly@eu.navy.mil.

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. If interested, please contact Arturo Paulino at apaulino@clubbeyond.org for an appointment.

THE AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB (ASC) OF NAPOLI is looking for qualified coaches. Those interested in coaching should e-mail doc@ascnapoli.com.

NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY OPERATION CLIP & SAVE (coupons): 081-568-3913.

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 more information, please contact us at awlrescueteam@gmail.com or director@animalswithoutlimits.com.

ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON 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 are always welcome. For more information, visit www.naplestoastmasters.wix.com/toastmastersnaples or like us on Facebook "Toastmasters Naples Italy."

NAPLES AREA FIRST CLASS PETTY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION is composed of members from different rates with one mission. As a service organization, we 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 learn how you can participate and feel free to bring a friend! For more information, please contact YN1 Gordon at DSN: 626-7733.

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. Personnel interested in joining or participating with the Navy League should contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051.

PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL (PWOC) meet every Tuesday from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall for worship and bible Study.

Stay up-to-date with current events at our Facebook page PWOC Naples or contact us at pwocparticipation@gmail.com to be on our email distribution.

CLUB BEYOND is a youth group run by Naval Support Activity Naples Religious Ministries. Club Beyond is open to children in grades 7 through 12, and meets Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel Fellowship Hall at the Support Site. For more information, please contact Arturo at apaulino@clubbeyond.org.

BOY SCOUT TROOP 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Support Site Community Center. E-mail the Scoutmaster at 007troop@gmail.com or visit the website at sites.google.com/site/boyscouttroop007naples.

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San Carlo Theater presents Gioachino Rossini’s lighthearted opera, “Barber of Seville,” Jan. 14-29, to recount the story of a Spanish count’s ex-servant Figaro. The presentation provides respite to the gray skies of January and ultimately prepares the Theater’s audiences for next month’s Carnival season. (Photo courtesy of San Carlo Theater)

January illuminations and Bonfires help defrost Campanian towns Italy and Beyond Lou Freed is a Lou Freed regular contributing culture and travel columnist for Panorama.

She has traveled and cruised extensively in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. Her monthly column offers cultural and travel insights locally and further afield.

By Lou Freed

Undoubtedly, January is a cold month prompting ideas on ways to warm up. In case you haven’t seen or heard of the radiant illuminations adorning major streets in the Vomero and in the City of Salerno, mark your calendars to view them before the last of the yuletide show ends. At press time, city authorities had not announced the initiative’s end date for Naples; however, Salerno’s program continues through Jan. 19.

To help folks thaw out and enjoy winter’s charm, a number of Italian towns, including some in Campania, are preparing to honor St. Anthony the Abbott, patron saint against illnesses, Jan. 17 with community bonfire gatherings. Celebrations will commemorate the saint’s healing powers and inspire spiritual cleansing this time of year in preparation for Lent and spring.

On the musical scene, the San Carlo Theater is set to stage a lighthearted opera as respite to the gray skies of January and ultimately prepare audiences for next month’s Carnival season.

telli in Vomero, as well as those in via Chiaia in Naples, have been attracting shoppers and visitors since the yuletide season. Giant Christmas balls

by Piazza Vittoria and within the Galleria Umberto as well as the Christmas tree in Piazza Trento and Trieste have added to the holiday lights within the city.

Definitely, this is one riveting show not to be missed.

End date of initiative is yet to be announced.

Naples’ Illuminations Radiant illuminations in via Scarlatti and Piazza Vanvi-

Salerno’s ‘Luci d’Artista’ On a much larger scale, Salerno city’s illuminations

This weekend, don’t miss the spectacle of illuminated images still adorning via Scarlatti that are highlighted by the jewel-like Christmas tree in Piazza Vanvitelli. The radiant displays have attracted shoppers and visitors since the yuletide season. (Photo by J. Freed)

inspired those in Naples this year. Bright, colorful lights create magical scenes in the streets, parks and squares of the city through Jan. 19. More information can be found at http://lucidiartista.comune.sal erno.it.

Saint Anthony the Abbott Tradition holds the saint was Egyptian and was among the founders of Christian monasticism. He is well-remembered for healing people with infectious diseases such as shingles, historically referred to in the past as “St. Anthony’s Fire.”

Panorama January 10, 2014 the good man was accused as a heretic then martyred at the stakes.

Visit www.prolococampagna. it/fucanoli for more details.

OPERA San Carlo Theater presents Gioachino Rossini’s lighthearted opera, “Barber of Seville,” with humorous dialogues Jan. 14-29 to recount the story of a Spanish count’s ex-servant Figaro. Now a barber, Figaro’s machinations allow his former master to meet Rosina, who has caught the count’s fancy.

Musical directors Bruno Campanella and Maurizio Baudin along with stage director Filippo Crivelli will lead the cast of interpreters: Bruno De Simone and Filippo Morace (Bartolo), Marianna Pizzolato, Géraldine Chauvet and Elena Belfiore (Rosina), Simone Alberghini, Mario Cassim and Filip Bandzak (Figaro), Roberto Scandiuzzi, Ugo Guagliardo (Don Basilio), Salvatore Grigoli (Fiorello) and Caterina Di Tonno (Berta). Besides the San Carlo Orchestra, also on the billing is the Theater’s Chorus led by Salvatore Choirmaster Caputo. Booking and other details are posted at www.teatrosancarlo.it.

Bonfires will light up some Campanian towns to commemorate the healing powers of St. Anthony the Abbott, the patron against diseases- especially shingles, historically referred to as “St. Anthony’s Fire.” The pyres symbolize spiritual cleansing this time of year in preparation for Lent and spring.

(Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

More historical data on the saint’s legacy show the 12th century Order of Hospitaller Knights, a European organization that took care of the sick in the Middle Ages, chose the Abbott as their patron saint.

Further, Neapolitan historians cite the Sant’Antonio Abate Hospital and Church were built along via Foria in the historic center of Naples to care for the sick in Angevin times. Link to the history of the Neapolitan Chiesa Sant’Antonio Abate at http://it.wikipedia.org.

Of interest are depictions of the Abbott with a pig to recall the use of pork fat as a skin disease medication in medieval times, inspiring butchers to choose the saint as their patron. Sant’Antonio Abate near Castellamare di Stabia will hold the “Fiera della porchetta” (Pork Fair), Jan. 16-26 to honor the saint.

View the fair’s program at www.comune.santantonioabate.na.it/.

Bonfires Pyres have been part of the cleansing ritual among Campanian towns honoring Saint Anthony the Abbott.

They can be observed in the following towns: Avellino province Nusco celebrates the saint

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with “La notte dei falo” (Night of the Bonfire), Jan. 17-19.

Townsfolk there believe the pyre symbolically gets rid of infectious diseases such as the one that claimed the lives of many community members during the 17th century plague. Read more about the Nusco celebrations at www.comune.nusco.gov.it/.

Salerno province Campagna combines bonfires with gastronomy and folklore in “I Fucanoli,” Jan. 17. The event not only celebrates St. Anthony the Abbott but also Giordano Bruno, a monk and philosopher whose teachings were expanded on site. Sadly,

Fleet and Family Support Center Events this Week From the Fleet and Family Support Center

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

UPCOMING FFSC NAPLES EVENTS Call 081-811-6372 for more information or to register.

All classes require registration.

• Jan. 10: Naples Central Station & Famous Pizzeria, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., (Meeting Point is inside Support Site TLA Lobby) • Jan 10, Legal Assistance at Support Site FFSC – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Please contact 081-568-4576 • Jan 13: Easy Italian, 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC (2 of 3 Sessions) • Jan 13 – 17: Transition GPS Workshop: (Pre-Separation), 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Jan 14: Prenatal Parenting: Nutrition, Fetal & Child Development, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Support Site FFSC (2 of 4 Sessions) • Jan 15: Choices: Managing Your Mood, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC (2 of 3 Sessions) • Jan 16: Becoming a Love & Logic Parent, 10 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC (2 of 7 Sessions) • Jan 17: Nurturing Touch Child & Infant Massage, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Support Site FFSC • Jan 21: Prenatal Parenting: Nutrition, Fetal & Child Development, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Support Site FFSC (3 of 4 Sessions)

UPCOMING FFSC GAETA EVENTS Call 081-568-8354 for more information or to register.

All classes require registration.

• Jan. 10: Culture Hopping in Italy, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Jan. 13: Cooking Lesson: Hands-On Pizza Making, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Jan. 16: Smooth Move Workshop, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

• Jan. 17: ICR Field Trip: Underground Formia, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Energy Conservation Energy Reminders From the NSA Naples Energy Management Team

Caserta province Macerata Campania has a seven-day program, Jan. 1017, to celebrate St. Anthony the Abbott with theme parades promoted thru www.santantuono.it/.

Naples province Qualiano’s parish church has programmed the lighting of a “fuocarazzo” ("rocket" fire) during the festivities highlighted by local food and wine tastings, music and dance.

The town is 10 miles from the Support Site in Gricignano di Aversa. For details on this year’s program, call the parish at 081-818-5056.

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St. Anthony the Abbott, savior against illnesses, particularly of shingles, will be honored, Jan. 17, in Campanian towns including Qualiano in Naples province, Nusco in Avellino province and Campagna in Salerno province.

Sant’Antonio Abate near Castellamare di Stabia will also hold the “Fiera della porchetta” (Pork Fair), Jan. 16-26, to commemorate the saint often depicted with a pig. Pork fat was used as medication for shingles in medieval times. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Here are a few things to keep in mind while ending the holiday season: – Adjust tire temperatures for appropriate cold/warm periods to maximize fuel economy.

- Keep refrigerator doors closed and when open keep the gazing to a minimum. Extended time with the doors open requires more energy to return the box to its set point temperature.

- Turn off lights in common areas when not in use.

- Open your storm shutter over your windows to let light in.

- If you find yourself a little warm on your ride to work with the heat on, crack open a window instead of turning on the A/C to cool you back down. Using a mix between your car’s window and the heater in the vehicle is a much more efficient way to keep you comfortable and the car efficient. The heater core uses engine coolant to warm you and the transfer of heat also aids the engine’s radiator in keeping it cool. Therefore, you can both win and increase engine efficiency.

Crime Report for Dec. 25 - Jan. 7 From the NSA Naples Command Investigative Division and NCIS

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Naples Community Health Awareness From Naval Support Activity Naples Public Affairs

The Naples Public Health Evaluation (PHE) was an extensive effort to learn more about the potential environmental health risks present in the Campania region of Italy. The Navy established health protective policies based on the study’s findings to protect the health of U.S. personnel and their families, which includes bottled water advisories and health protective lease clauses.

The PHE found the potential health risks for living off-base can be mitigated by following established risk-management actions.

The enduring health protection policies are as follows: • Maintain the July 2008 bottled water advisory for U.S. personnel living off base.

• Maintain the New Lease Suspension Zone (NLSZ) areas, based on U.S. Navy and Italian environmental sampling data. In these zones, U.S. Navy personnel are not permitted to sign new rental home leases.

• Maintain the U.S. Naval Support Activity Naples PHE website and the U.S. Navy Regional Water Quality Board.

• Maintain the health-protective U.S. Navy lease clauses for private off-base rental homes: – Landlords must provide containerized water service from a Navyapproved vendor.

– Leased homes must be supplied by city water or permitted wells.

Landlords must disconnect all non-permitted wells and provide proof of connection to the city water system or that the well is permitted.

– Landlords must clean and disinfect domestic water holding tanks every six months.

• The U.S. Navy will continue to share data with designated Italian public health officials.

Throughout the Public Health Evaluation, the U.S. Navy established health protective policies and took immediate action, when necessary, to protect the health of U.S. personnel and their families. The risk management analysis determined that many of the health protective policies established during Phase I and Phase II will continue, as well as new policies implemented to ensure continued health protection.

The Phase I and II reports, along with fact sheets addressing commonly asked questions and a detailed timeline of study components, are available through a link on the Naval Support Activity Naples website: www.cnic.navy.mil/Naples. If you have a concern about your specific health risk and how the study relates to you, please contact the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples at DSN: 629-6299 or commercial: 081-811-6299.

Navy Leader's Guide Available in Smart Phone Application

By Hugh Cox, Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center The Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center (NMCPHC) announced Jan. 8 the release of a smart phone application for the Navy Leader's Guide, an online handbook to help Navy leaders recognize and help Sailors displaying distressed behaviors.

NMCPHC designed the original online version of the Navy Leader's Guide for Managing Sailors in Distress and has partnered with the Defense Department's National Center for Telehealth and Technology (T2) to develop a mobile app edition for the Navy Leader's Guide.

"As psychological and emotional well-being is a key component of operational and mission readiness, NMCPHC realized there was a need for Navy leaders to have access to this important resource from wherever they were regardless of computer availability," said Cmdr. Connie Scott, NMCPHC Health Promotion and Wellness department head.

"NMCPHC saw the reach and portability of mobile technology and apps as the answer they were looking for and have spent the last year working with T2 to make their vision a reality."

Primarily used by Sailors in supervisory roles to help them identify Sailors who may be in distress, the Navy Leader's Guide provides information on operational stress control, suicide prevention, mental health, medical issues, and common problems that junior Sailors face along

with supportive interventions, resources, and strategies as well as guidance for leaders when they are assisting a distressed Sailor.

According to Dr. Mark Long, NMCPHC Public Health educator, the app contains resources available in the online version in a format optimized for mobile devices, allowing leaders to take it with them anywhere they go - deployments, training missions, or as a quick resource while on the go in port.

The Navy Leader's Guide app is now available for download on iTunes and Google Play and can also be accessed from both the NMCPHC and T2 websites.

NMCPHC is part of the Navy Medicine team, a global health care network of 63,000 Navy medical personnel around the world who provide high-quality health care to more than one million eligible beneficiaries.

Navy Medicine personnel deploy with Sailors and Marines worldwide, providing critical mission support aboard ship, in the air, under the sea and on the battlefield.

Learn more at: http://www.med. navy.mil/sites/nmcphc/Pages/Home.a spx.

T2, located at Joint Base LewisMcChord, Wash., serves as the primary Department of Defense office for cutting-edge approaches in applying technology to psychological health. T2 is a component center of the Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury. More information about T2 is available at http://www.t2health.org.

Secretary of the Navy the honorable Ray Mabus briefs the press at the Pentagon, Dec. 20. While the Navy already has one of the strongest counter-fraud efforts in the government, Secretary Mabus announced new measures to assure contracting integrity and to prevent fraud. (Photo by Erin A. Kirk-Cuomo)

Mabus Tightens Navy's Counter-fraud Measures

By Jim Garamone, American Forces Press Service While the Navy already has one of the strongest counter-fraud efforts in the government, Navy Secretary Ray Mabus announced Dec. 20 new measures to assure contracting integrity and to prevent fraud.

Mabus, who briefed the Pentagon press corps this morning, spoke amid a criminal investigation focused on Glenn Defense Marine Asia.

The U.S. Department of Justice is prosecuting the case, which alleges the company overcharged the U.S. Navy for husbanding services throughout Asia.

Husbanding is the services ships receive in port and covers everything from removing sewage to providing transportation to resupply.

Some Naval officers have been arrested for their involvement in the scheme and Mabus expects more announcements as a result of the case.

Mabus is proud of the work Navy personnel did in uncovering the plot.

"The Naval Criminal Investigative Service, NCIS, along with the Defense Criminal Investigative Service, and the Defense Contract Audit Agency did and is doing incredibly impressive work to ferret out the alleged fraud and corruption carried out by GDMA and, yes, allegations against naval personnel, as well," Mabus said.

The investigation has been under way since May 2010.

"Information gathered during this investigation was eventually turned over to government prosecutors and led to the recent charges filed in federal court," Mabus said. This included charges filed against an NCIS agent.

Throughout the investigation, Mabus repeatedly instructed NCIS agents to take the investigation wherever it led.

"This is a very serious case, and it is a serious issue," he said.

The secretary has spoken with all three- and four-star admirals about the investigation and the changes he is making.

"The conduct and the behavior alleged to have occurred in connection with this case is absolutely incompatible with the standards we require from our Navy officers and civilians," Mabus said. "If, as a result of this investigation, criminal prosecutors decide not to pursue criminal charges, but instead refer cases to the Navy for disposition, I'm announcing that those cases will be reviewed and resolved through a consolidated disposition authority."

This authority will be a four-star admiral who will ensure that if allegations are substantiated, individuals will be held appropriately accountable, Mabus said.

Since 2009, Navy has suspended 252 contractors and debarred 400, the secretary said. Still, he said, the service must do more.

Mabus is taking steps following receipt of a report reviewing acquisition strategies for husbanding and similar contracts worldwide.

Experts are examining the husbanding contractor process from end-to-end and will recommend changes to correct deficiencies in those procedures and to provide maximum effective oversight of the process. When that task is finished, the Navy will issue a revised acquisition strategy that will be used on all husbanding contracts globally.

The Navy will "further standardize requirements, further standardize contract vehicles, further standardize administration and increase oversight of husbanding contracts and contractors," Mabus said. The Navy will increase the use of firm fixed-price line items and minimize the use and improve the oversight of unpriced line items.

The service also "will remove pay functions to husbanding service providers from ships and provide better guidance on requirements and more contracting support ship COs going overseas," he said.

The Navy will also incorporate standardized requisition processes fleetwide, and the service auditor general will conduct a special audit of husbanding and port services contracts. That report is due in June 2014.

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tuition assistance Made easy Top 5 things you need to know about filing for TA

By Terrina Weatherspoon, Defense Media Activity

Lt. Heidi Boettger and Chief Yeoman Brianne Dentson model a prototype for the female combination cover, Dec. 18, redesigned to more closely resemble the male version. This prototype includes several modifications from the standard male cover to accommodate a woman's head size and shoulder proportion and be compatible with standard female hair styles. This version of the cover will undergo further fit evaluations in the spring, and the results of that evaluation will determine if any further modifications are needed. The timeline for fleet introduction will begin following the approval of a final design. (Photo by MC1 Elliott Fabrizio)

Uniform Changes: Uniformity, Fit, Functionality From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus announced plans to evaluate and redesign elements of the female service dress uniform for both officers and enlisted beginning no later than May 2014.

SECNAV approved a proposal by Chief of Naval Personnel Vice Adm. Bill Moran to redesign the Service Dress Blue (SDB) uniform worn by female Sailors E1-E6 and to redesign the female combination cover for E7 and above.

"These changes ensure greater uniformity in our service and ceremonial dress, but more importantly, they send a clear signal that we are one in dress, one in standard and one in team. As you look out across a group of Sailors, you ought to see, not female and male Sailors, but Sailors," said Mabus.

"I asked the Chief of Naval

Personnel to present me a plan that balanced the importance for uniformity with cost and functionality - and he did just that. It's now over to his team to do the necessary testing and get these uniforms rolled out to the Fleet as soon practical."

The new E1-E6 service dress blue female uniform blends uniformity and tradition. The jumper and Dixie cup, tailored for female form and functionality, will match the recently redesigned (but not yet issued) male jumper -closely resembling the iconic image of the "Lone Sailor."

Following completion of a fit evaluation on the female jumper style uniform and dixie cup, there will be a combined fleet introduction of the new female uniform and the previously approved male redesigned SDB uniform.

The female combination cover for E-7 and above will be redesigned to more closely

resemble the male version, but will fit a woman's head in size and proportion. It was clear in the feedback from the recent test that simply issuing a male cover to females did not result in satisfactory fit or appearance. Similarly, lessons learned from the fit evaluation will be used to inform the design of the female cover.

New uniform items will be evaluated for fit, comfort and durability. Fleet introduction will begin following approval of the final design and completion of the manufacturing process. The final timeline and costs of the new items will be determined following the wear test.

"We are moving out with our plan to test these new uniforms items this spring," said Moran. "After a thorough testing, elements of these uniforms will begin to be introduced."

Feedback from a May 2013 uniform survey was instrumental in the development of these changes. More than 1,000 female officers and enlisted participated in the internal study which looked at level of satisfaction when wearing the male combination cover, Dixie Cup and the winter jumper style uniform.

"Loud and clear we heard their feedback-'don't simply put us in men's uniforms,'" said Moran. "We are taking the needed time to develop and test uniforms that more closely resemble their male shipmates, but are designed to fit female Sailors."

Uniform officials say that further changes to female uniforms are likely, as the uniform board reviews and deliberates additional ways to improve uniformity and functionality.

For more information on uniforms and uniform policy, visit the Navy Uniform Matters website at http://www.public. navy.mil/bupers-npc/support/ uniforms/pages/default2.aspx.

1. Be on active duty. Enlisted Reservists ordered to active duty for 120 days or more are eligible. Reserve officers ordered to active duty for two years or more who agree to remain on active duty two years beyond the expected completion date of any TA funded course(s) are also eligible.

2. Ask yourself these questions: a. Have I reviewed NAVADMIN 105/10 and 245/10, as well as NETC Instruction 1560.3? b. Have I completed one year onboard my first permanent duty station? c. Will my course end before my EAOS/retirement date? d. Have I passed my most recent PFA? e. Am I recommended for advancement? f. Is my command satisfied with my warfare qualification progress?

If the answer to these questions is YES, you are ready to apply for TA. 3. Get an Education/Degree Plan. Contact your servicing Navy College Office (NCO) or Virtual Education Center (VEC) and receive counseling either in person (NCOs only), virtually, or by phone or email. They'll help you develop a degree plan and determine which courses are eligible for TA funding. You must also have completed the WebTA training at https://www.navycollege.navy.mil/ WebTA_Training/courseLaunch.html within the last two years.

4. Complete a TA application in WebTA. Here is where you will list the courses you want to take and the tuition and fees associated with the courses. Sailors starting a class without an approved TA voucher risk being financially liable for their tuition.

5. Monitor your WebTA account to ensure your TA request is command approved and authorized by the VEC prior to the class start date. TA pays up front the tuition and fees for course enrollments 100 percent of tuition costs for courses applicable to the completion of a high school diploma or equivalency certificate. For other education levels, there is an FY credit limit of 16 Semester Hours, 24 Quarter Hours, or 240 clock hours per individual per fiscal year.

Payments for tuition/fees will not exceed: a. $250.00 per Semester Hour b. $166.67 per Quarter Hour (**Subject to change with future budgets.) c. $16.67 per Clock Hour

CSADD Monthly Topics Announced for 2014

By MC1 Elliott Fabrizio, Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs The Navy announced the 2014 monthly topics for chapters of the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) to emphasize in their awareness and peer mentorship efforts, Dec. 31 in NAVADMIN 335/13.

These key focal training topics are designed to provoke thought, inspire young leaders to discuss these issues, and create awareness through a variety of social networks and activities at the most junior level.

"Our CSADD chapters bring the awareness piece," said Fleet Master Chief for Manpower, Personnel, Training and Education (MPT&E) April Beldo. "They're in their commands having conversations about these topics and aren't afraid to have these conversations with not just their peers, but everyone in the command."

This year's key focus areas for each month are the following: • January - Fleet and Family Support Centers and Planning a Family • February - Responsible Use of Alcohol • March - Navy Nutrition • April - Sexual Assault Prevention and Awareness • May - Physical Fitness • June - Motorcycle Safety • July - Off-Duty Recreation • August - CSADD Volunteer Outreach • September - Suicide Awareness ACT (Ask, Care, Treat) • October - Domestic Violence Prevent and Awareness and Drug Abuse Prevention and Awareness • November - Sailor Resiliency, Physical Health and Deployment Readiness • December - Safe Driving Planning CSAAD is a peer mentoring program aimed at promoting good decision-making and leadership development at junior levels of the Navy.

Local chapters encourage positive behavior by bringing together Sailors through both social networking and in-person networking.

"I've seen some amazing things from CSADD in 2013," said Beldo. "I think this year we will see our chapters moving forward with getting MWR and our liberty centers more involved as part of the CDADD team."

There are currently more than 300 CSADD chapters registered.

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ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON continued ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For more information, please call 339-267-7075 or visit www.alcoholics-anonymous.eu/countries/italy.htm.

NATO LIONS RUGBY CLUB is looking for new players. All abilities wanted. Practice is held every Wednesday at Carney Park at 5:45 p.m.

Show up with shoes, shorts and a mouth guard. Training and development will be provided. If you have any questions, email Mark Woodall or co-manager Andrew Bohnsack at markwoodall82@hotmail.co.uk or andrew.bohnsack@gmail.com.

NAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREES Anyone interested should contact Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346-680-3282 or by e-mail to nalexander@afsouth.nato.int.

HARRY S. TRUMAN LODGE No. 649 meets 6:30 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact Kevin Baker at 338-479-7023 or hst649sec@yahoo.com, or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/HST649.

THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, San Gennaro council 14853, meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Support Site Fleet and Family Support Center. Email Robert Kenney at kofcnaples@gmail.com or visit http://sites.google.com/site/kofcnaples/home.

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. Contact WIC Overseas at 081-811-4962.

THE NAPLES AREA SECOND CLASS PETTY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION meets twice a month to discuss upcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. For more information, contact MA2 Aaron Kurschner at DSN 626-2871 or ABH2 Brent Paucke at DSN 6265382.

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. FMI, visit www.facebook.com/groups/USASSCNapoli.

SAIL WITH THE NAPLES NATO YACHT CLUB (NNYC) AMERICAN TEAM. We are looking for Americans interested in participating in dinghy races sailed at the NNYC facilities on the island of Nisida. Experience not required. FMI, contact Bob & Shauna Bunnell at bunnellr54@gmail.com and bunnellshauna@aol.com 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 more information, please contact Paolo Fleurant at 328194-6897 or naplesadventistsgroup@yahoo.com.

CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB unites families with children from newborn to pre-school age within the Naples military community. Club events include monthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craft activities and more. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/ Connect-theTots-Club.

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 more information, e-mail cwocnaples@gmail.com or check out our Facebook page: Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy.

PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH TOASTMASTERS The Naples Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Meetings are held at the Support Site Community Center at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact the Toastmasters president at 342-010-6263.

GAETA/NAPLES AREA GIRL SCOUTS Now accepting registration for the 2012-13 school year. We are still in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training and support provided. FMI, contact naplesgs@yahoo.com.

FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-760-4446.

Also check out the group’s Facebook page, Fil-Am Naples.

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, please join the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod.com.

Point of contact: Wylie Miller, 329-208-7315.

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! Interested? Need more information? Considering homeschooling? Please contact Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com.

MEDITATION SITTING GROUP is held from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Monday at the side chapel at the Support Site. Newcomers should stop by from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Participation is free. FMI, e-mail Laura Hitchcock at laura.poodle@ gmail.com.

REGISTER FOR GRADUATE DEGREE ON-SITE PROGRAMS The University of Oklahoma offers the Master of Human Relations on-site graduate degree program. Courses meet in a series of four evenings and one weekend. For more information, contact the OU office at DSN: 626-6672 or visit the office at Capodichino in the Admin II building.

REGISTER FOR ON-SITE UNDERGRADUATE CLASSES Visit the colleges for more information about what classes and programs are offered.

UMUC Maryland can be reached at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central Texas College is at 081-568-6761.

CALLING ALL NAPLES NURSES! Please consider joining the Naples Area Nurses Association (NANA). 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.

FMI, contact Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelley.beltz @med.navy.mil or Lt. Jenny Paul at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil.

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. FMI, visit http://www. wraitalia.it.

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. FMI, contact the AT/FP Division at 081-568-5525 or visit the division office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403.

RELIGIOUS SERVICES AT U.S. NAVAL HOSPITAL NAPLES 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 081811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being held. Thursday Men’s Fellowship and Bible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospital galley.

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 4 years old by Sept. 1. FMI, call Karen Rodrigues at 081-811-4682 or the school at 081-811-4037.

Friday, Jan. 10 4:30 p.m. Anchorman 2: Legend Continues, PG-13 6 p.m. The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug, PG-13 7 p.m. Lone Survivor, R, Premiere Showing Saturday, Jan. 11 Frozen, PG Tyler Perry's: Madea Christmas, PG-13 6 p.m. Black Nativity, PG 7 p.m. Out of the Furnace, R

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Sunday, Jan. 12 Frozen, PG (3D) Saving Mr. Banks, PG-13 Philomena, PG13 Lone Survivor, R Monday, Jan. 13 Closed, No Movies

Tuesday, Jan. 14 Closed, No Movies Wednesday, Jan. 15 4:30 p.m. Philomena, PG-13 6 p.m. The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug, PG-13 7 p.m. Lone Survivor, R Thursday, Jan. 16 4:30 p.m. Frozen, PG (3D) 6 p.m. Hunger Games: Catching Fire, PG-13, Last Showing 7 p.m. Homefront, R Friday, Jan. 17 4:30 p.m. Tyler Perry's: Madea Christmas, PG-13 6 p.m. Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, PG-13, Premiere Showing 7 p.m. Anchorman 2: Legend Continues, PG-13

Movie Descriptions ONE SURVIVOR, R, Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Taylor Kitsch, Eric Bana, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster.

Action/Adventure, 121 min. This movie tells the story of four Navy SEALs on an ill-fated covert mission to neutralize a high-level Taliban operative who are ambushed by enemy forces in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan. Based on The New York Times bestseller, this is a story of heroism, courage and survival.

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HE HOBBIT: THE DESOLATION OF SMAUG, PG13, Cast: Martin Freeman, Orlando Bloom, Cate Blanchett, Hugo Weaving, Elijah Wood. Action/ Adventure, 161 min. The second in a trilogy of films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien, this film continues the adventures of the title character Bilbo Baggins as he journeys with the Wizard Gandalf and thirteen Dwarves, led by Thorin Oakenshield on an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor.

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NCHORMAN 2: THE LEGEND CONTINUES, PG – 13, Cast: Will Ferrell, Steve Carell, Paul Rudd, Luke Wilson, David Koechner. Comedy, 119 min. With the 70's behind him, San Diego's top rated newsman, Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell), returns to the news desk in "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues." Also back for more are Ron's co-anchor and wife, Veronica Corningstone (Christina Applegate), weather man Brick Tamland (Steve Carell), man on the street Brian Fantana (Paul Rudd) and sports guy Champ Kind (David Koechner) - All of whom won't make it easy to stay classy while taking the nation's first 24-hour news channel by storm.

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HILOMENA, PG-13, Cast: Judi Dench, Steve Coogan, Simone Lahbib, Drama, 95 min. Based on the 2009 investigative book by BBC correspondent Martin Sixsmith, The Lost Child of Philomena Lee, Philomena focuses on the efforts of Philomena Lee, mother to a boy conceived out of wedlock - something her Irish-Catholic community didn't have the highest opinion of - and given away for adoption in the United States. In following church doctrine, she was forced to sign a contract that wouldn't allow for any sort of inquiry into the son's whereabouts. After starting a family years later in England and, for the most part, moving on with her life, Lee meets Sixsmith, a BBC reporter with whom she decides to discover her long-lost son.

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Madea is coaxed into helping a friend pay her daughter a surprise visit in the country for Christmas, but the biggest surprise is what they'll find when they arrive. As the small, rural town prepares for its annual Christmas Jubilee, new secrets are revealed and old relationships are tested while Madea dishes her own brand of Christmas Spirit to all.

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ROZEN, PG, Cast: Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, Josh Gad, Santino Fontana.

Animation, Family 108 min. Fearless optimist Anna sets off on an epic journey-teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom.

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Upcoming USO Tours Capodichino Office 081-568-5713 Support Site Office 081-811-4903 www.uso.it

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Jan 10- Sushi and Jazz .........€50 Jan 11- Pozzuoli Amphitheatre and the Ruins of Baia ......€39 Jan 12- Naples Underground and Pizza Lunch..............€39 Jan 18- Afternoon at the Circus .................€23 Jan 19- A day on the Snow of Roccaraso..................€36 WEEKEND TOURS

Jan. 18-19 Florence and Pisa . . . . . . . . . .€178 Feb. 14-17 Canevale in Venice . . . . . . . . . .€228 Feb. 14-17 Valentine’s Dday in Paris . . . . .€619

No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies

AVING MR. BANKS, PG-13, Cast: Emma Thompson, Tom Hanks, Paul Giamatti, Jason Schwartzman, Bradley Whitford. Drama 125 min. When Walt Disney's daughters begged him to make a movie of their favorite book, P.L. Travers' "Mary Poppins," he made them a promise-one that he didn't realize would take 20 years to keep. In his quest to obtain the rights, Walt comes up against a curmudgeonly, uncompromising writer who has absolutely no intention of letting her beloved magical nanny get mauled by the Hollywood machine. But, as the books stop selling and money grows short, Travers reluctantly agrees to go to Los Angeles to hear Disney's plans for the adaptation. For those two short weeks in 1961, Walt Disney pulls out all the stops. Armed with imaginative storyboards and chirpy songs from the talented Sherman brothers, Walt launches an all-out onslaught on P.L. Travers, but the prickly author doesn't budge. He soon begins to watch helplessly as Travers becomes increasingly immovable and the rights begin to move further away from his grasp. It is only when he reaches into his own childhood that Walt discovers the truth about the ghosts that haunt her, and together they set Mary Poppins free to ultimately make one of the most endearing films in cinematic history.

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OMEFRONT, R, Cast: Jason Statham, James Franco, Winona Ryder, Kate Bosworth, Rachelle Lefevre. Action/Adventure, 110 min. Former drug enforcement agent, Phil Broker is a family man who moves off the grid with his daughter, to a seemingly quiet bayou backwater to escape his troubled past.

However, Broker's world soon becomes anything but quiet once he discovers that an underbelly of drugs and violence riddles the small town. Soon, a sociopathic methamphetamine kingpin, Gator Bodine puts Broker and his daughter in harm's way forcing Broker back into action in order to save his family and the town.

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LACK NATIVITY, PG, Cast: Forest Whitaker, Jennifer Hudson, Angela Bassett, Vondie Curtis-Hall, Mary J. Blige. Drama, 93 min. In a contemporary adaptation of Langston Hughes' celebrated play, the holiday musical drama Black Nativity follows Langston (Jacob Latimore), a street-wise teen from Baltimore raised by a single mother, as he journeys to New York City to spend the Christmas holiday with his estranged relatives Reverend Cornell and Aretha Cobbs (Forest Whitaker and Angela Bassett). Unwilling to live by the imposing Reverend Cobbs' rules, a frustrated Langston is determined to return home to his mother, Naima (Jennifer Hudson). Langston embarks on a surprising and inspirational journey and along with his new friends, and a little divine intervention, he discovers the true meaning of faith, healing, and family

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HE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE, PG-13, Cast: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Elizabeth Banks, Woody Harrelson.

Action/Adventure, 146 min. The film begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a "Victor's Tour" of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) - a competition that could change Panem forever.

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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 at 001-877-995-5247.

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Healthy Use of Prescription Drugs and Policy From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

Most people take medicines only for the reasons their doctors prescribe them.

However, an estimated 20 percent of people in the United States use prescription drugs for nonmedical reasons. Understanding how to take prescription drugs correctly can not only keep a Sailor safe, but it can save their careers as well.

"The Navy's zero tolerance policy regarding drug use are no surprise to Sailors," said LaNorfeia Parker, deputy director, Navy Drug and Alcohol Prevention Program.

"What some Sailors may not realize is that drug misuse and abuse not only includes the use of illegal drugs, but also any inappropriate use of pharmaceuticals, even if they are prescribed by a healthcare provider."

Inappropriate use of pharmaceuticals includes: * Use of prescription medication outside of its intended purpose. For example, taking a narcotic now for back pain when the medication was originally prescribed a year ago following knee surgery. * The prescribed medicine is past the prescribed date. Read prescription labels,

attached information sheets, and only take the medication for the period of time prescribed. Do not take a prescription that has expired. If you are not sure ask your provider. * Taking prescription medication in excess of the prescribed dosing regimen. Any variation of the prescribed dose can have serious health impacts. * Taking medication that was prescribed for someone else, whether they are a shipmate, spouse or friend.

Sailors who have a urinalysis sample that is identified as positive for controlled substances, for which they don't have a valid prescription, may be subject to punishment under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) and processed for administrative separation from the Navy.

"Sailors should take extra precaution to know all the facts and consequences of the medicine they take," said Parker. "And when you are not 100 percent sure, ask your healthcare provider. It is the Sailor's responsibility to be fully aware of the proper use of any medication they are taking."

For more information, see the fact sheet at www.nadap.navy.mil.

A Benefit of Service How Sailors Can Take Advantage of TSA's PreCheck Program

By MCC Christopher E. Tucker, Defense Media Activity

Transportation Security Administration announced free enrollment in its PreCheck expedited screening program for air travel in the U.S. starting on or after Dec. 20.

When booking travel through the Defense Travel System or directly with an airline online, look for a data field called "Known Traveller Number."

This is where you will enter your DoD ID number found on the back of your Common Access Card. (If booking travel through a travel agent or an airline representative, inform them that you have a known traveller number.) When you get your boarding pass, you should see the TSA's PreCheck logo printed on it. This means you've been successfully enrolled in the program.

"Service members going through the PreCheck [security] lane are going to get a number of benefits," said Mark Howell, a TSA spokesperson.

"When they go through they're not going to have to take off light outerwear, like their jackets. They can leave their boots on and their belts on, and they can keep their laptop in a bag.

So, when they come to the line, they can just take some loose change and other things out of their pockets and go through."

Service members do not need to be in uniform or on official travel to participate in the TSA PreCheck program.

The automatic enrollment is only for active duty, reserves and National Guard. Family members over the age of 12 and retirees are not given automatic enrollment.

However, military families and retirees can sign up for the TSA PreCheck program just like any U.S. resident, which will cost $85 for a five-year enrollment.

PreCheck is a domestic traveller program, while the Global Entry Program is for travellers who perform a lot of international travel. There is a separate fee to enroll in that program, or families or retirees can pay TSA $100 to enroll in both PreCheck and the Global Entry Program at the same time.

Howell said that PreCheck is a "risk-based, intelligence driven program," which means that not all service members will be granted automatic PreCheck status on every trip, even if they have provided their ID number to TSA. "The other thing we want people to know is that it's not guaranteed," he said. "It's kind of randomized, so we don't guarantee expedited screening to any passenger. There may be a chance that there will be one time you'll go through and you're not going to get it."

If, by chance, service members had already enrolled in TSA's PreCheck program prior to the automatic enrollment announcement, Howell said they should continue to use the number that was provided to

them when they first enrolled.

Currently, there are more than 100 domestic U.S. airports that participate in the PreCheck program, and Howell said the program continues to expand to many of the nation's smaller airports.

"It's at most of the major airports; all the major airports that most people would use for travel: Denver, Atlanta, Los Angeles and Chicago, all the major [airports] have it," he said. "It's the smaller, regional airports that are starting to expand and get this program now. It's going to continue to get bigger, continue to expand, and be more convenient for passengers across the United States."

"TSA's workforce is made up of 25 percent veterans. We appreciate the service of the military as much as anybody," Howell said. "One of the ways we're showing that is by providing TSA PreCheck free of charge to all service members, whether that be active duty, Reservists or National Guard."

TSA's PreCheck program is linked to DEERS (Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System), which means that as service members retire, they will no longer be eligible for free and automatic enrollment in the program. They would have to reenroll and pay the $85 fee to continue to get the PreCheck expedited screening benefit.

For more information, visit: h t t p : / / w w w. t s a . g o v / t s a precheck/military-members.

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)

Bottled Water advisory From U.S. Naval Support Activity Naples Public Affairs

Except for those living at the Support Site and Capodichino, bottled water is recommended. Treated water is provided free of charge at a dispenser located outside the Capodichino east parking garage. All economy leases negotiated through the Housing office have a bottle water clause, which requires the landlord to provide bottled water. Work with landlords to have any water holding tanks disinfected twice a year and ensure your tap water is disconnected from non-permitted wells and connected only to the city water system.

Ask the Doctor: What do I need to do to prepare for travel this winter?

By Lt. Elizabeth Fidler, U.S. Naval Hospital Naples A highlight of the holiday and winter season is travel and the ability to spend time with your loved ones. By planning ahead, you can help ensure you and your family remain safe and healthy.

Here are a few great tips to help make your holiday vacation an enjoyable one.

First, if you are currently taking medication, be sure that you have enough supply to last for the duration of your time away from Naples.

If you find that you do not have enough, or if it is lost or forgotten, you can request a prescription be sent to a local pharmacy. The easiest way to do this is through RelayHealth.com, as the system is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and it can be accessed anywhere there is an Internet connection. To write a prescription, your doctor will need your name, date of birth, medication, dosage, your contact address, phone number, and the name, address, fax and phone numbers of the pharmacy where you will pick up the medication. You can submit this information via a secure message on RelayHealth, and your request will be resolved within three business days.

If you are traveling by airplane, it is important to drink plenty of water and wash your hands (or sanitize them) frequently. If you are sick or have a cough, it is best to wear a protective mask over your face. At the very least, make sure to cover your cough with the crook of your arm to minimize the spread of germs. If you are taking a long-distance flight, it is a good idea to get up every couple of hours to stretch your legs. Exercises, like neck and shoulder rolls, will also help reduce any aches or pains.

If you are travelling long distances by car, make sure you are paying close attention to the signals your body is giving you. Travel fatigue has the potential to lead to disastrous consequences.

Finally, the staff at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples is available to help. If you have questions or concerns related to your health, prescriptions, or diagnoses, call your Medical Home Port at 081-8116271 or DSN 629-6271 during business hours, or contact us 24/7 through secure messaging at www.Relayhealth.com.

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Brandon Oestereicher, Zach Oestereicher, Jack Rinko, Nate Price, and Patrick Carnahan sit ready to ice skate in Innsbruck, Austria during the Club Beyond Winter Blitz trip. (Photo by Arturo Paulino)

Club Beyond rings in the new year in austria

By Arturo Paulino

“This is way better than I thought,” was a common phrase said by the more than 30 Naples students who participated in the Club Beyond Winter Blitz from Dec. 29 to Jan. 4 in Austria.

When our teens think of a Chapel associated event, most often they expect somber and sometimes long, classes or low-key type of fun.

At Club Beyond Winter Blitz nothing could be further from the truth. While values and faith were promoted, this was not an excuse to lower our standards of engaging and entertaining with fun activities. Our students had the opportunity to ski, snowboard, sled ride, ice skate, hike in the snow, visit Innsbruck, dance, laugh and even attend a basketball camp led

by Harlem Throttle legend Meadow Lark Lemon!

Not only was the content deep, but it was also large enough to encompass more than 400 high school students from Navy, Army and Air Force installations from Italy, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands and England.

Each student was presented with the opportunity to

embrace 2014 with a fresh perspective, clean slate, and focused determination. They could choose to be the best they can be, love those around them and begin or keep an open, significant, and strong connection with their Creator and the creation.

None of this could’ve been possible without the assistance of local youth mentors, the support of many non-profits from Naples, and the guidance and backing of our Religious Ministry Department. While the record breaking attendance might claim itself as the success of the program, I would prefer to echo the sentiments of hope, encouragement and faith modeled by our precious students in our community as the true hallmark of this trip.

This new year presents us with the chance to build upon the positive, rectify poor decisions and move forward with a clean slate and fresh perspective. What a great opportunity to communicate this message to our high school students while in the Alps in Austria.

The community wasn’t able to experience the same amazing trip as our Club Beyond students and counselors, but you can experience the same newness of 2014.

Aspen Duggar, a 6th grader at Naples elementary School, rides No Wonder, Dec. 24, while competing in the L60 class at the "Sociale di Natale" at Riverside Park in Arco Felice, Italy, Dec. 24. Duggar placed first in her class. (Photo by Angelina Duggar)

Lady Wildcats Basketball Team Enters 2014 Undefeated

By David Lee, Lady Wildcats Assistant Coach

The Lady Wildcats Varsity and JV basketball teams started the new year undefeated thanks to hard-fought victories in December.

To kick off the season, the team travelled to Vicenza and played two hard fought JV and varsity games Dec. 13-14, earning victories in each game due to outstanding team efforts. Keylee Soto, a 5-foot-7 junior guard, scored 15 points in Friday's 32-28 rout of Vicenza Cougars and scored 21 points in Saturday’s 38-37 varsity game victory. She hit two game-changing three pointers and foul shots in each game. This is Soto’s first year here after transferring from AFNorth.

The Lady Wildcats got huge contributions from team captain Shanice Alexander, who added 11 and 12 points respectfully.

Zhana Espererre-Belle, Addy Lynch and Courtney Hall combined for 20 rebounds and 10 steals.

The basketball team hosts MMI from Rome at the Naples High School gym over the weekend.

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Obtaining your Sojourner Permit Italian law requires all foreign personnel working or living within Italy, other than an active-duty member under military orders, to obtain a Sojourner Permit within eight days of arrival in Italy. This is different from a visa, which is merely an approval for entry into the country.

All applicants over 14 years of age must apply in person, as each person's signature is required at the time of application.

NATIONALS OF ANY STATE OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COMING TO ITALY DO NOT REQUIRE ANY VISA OR SOJOURNER PERMIT. As part of the Area Orientation process, the U.S. Region Legal Service Office (RLSO EURAFSWA) assists in the preparation and oversees the acquisition of the Sojourner Permit for all personnel attached to U.S. Navy commands in the Naples area. Army and Air Force personnel stationed at JFC must apply through the Carabiniere at the JFC Provost Marshall's Office, Building L. Contact Connie Henderson, RLSO EURAFSWA liaison advisor, at 081-568-4639 for more information.

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

USS Nitze Sailors Donate Time at Naples Area Homeless Shelter and Soup Kitchen

By Lt. Marian King, USS Nitze Public Affairs

Sailors assigned to the guidedmissile destroyer USS Nitze (DDG 94) volunteered their time at Centro Fernandes Homeless Shelter in Castel Volturno and San Massimo Soup Kitchen in Licola, Italy, during a port visit to Naples, Dec. 24.

Sixty-six Nitze Sailors distributed five pallets of food donated by the Naval Support Activity Naples Commissary, performed various maintenance tasks, picked up trash, played games and sang Christmas songs with the children at the shelter. The

volunteers at the soup kitchen prepared, cooked, and served meals to more than 70 individuals, in addition to performing minor maintenance and cleaning.

"The soup kitchen was my first time volunteering, and it was beyond amazing! This experience was the highlight of my time in Italy," said Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Corey Bernstein. "There is no greater feeling than knowing that your contribution made a positive impact in the lives of others."

San Massimo Soup Kitchen feeds 70 people daily and also provides various food supplies, utensils and cleaning products

every quarter to those in need.

Centro Fernandes Homeless Shelter has been in operation for over 30 years and provides food and lodging to more than 50 men and children daily.

"Helping those in need and hearing the laughter of the children as we played games made my heart smile," said Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Brittany Reese. "I cannot wait for the next opportunity to serve."

Nitze, homeported in Norfolk, is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations.

(On-Base Dial 9-1-1)

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Naples Welcomes the New Year

Community members wait in line for a bowl of chili during the New Year's eve celebration, Dec. 31, held on top of the east parking garage of Naval Support Activity Naples, Capodichino. Participants voted for the top three "best chili" entrees and received a basket of goodies complements of the Commissary. (Photo by Cmdr. Don Biadog Jr.)

If you are the victim of a crime, report the incident to Security Dispatch at 081-568-5638.

Community members watch thousands of fireworks explode over Naples. (Photos by MCC Travis Simmons)

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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) To find out what positions are currently open, please contact our front desk at DSN 626-5409 or commercial 081-568-5409. Copies of vacancy announcements will be posted at the Human Resources Office, located in the 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 and they can be easily viewed 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.

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

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

CLOSING DATE: JAN. 16 Public Affairs Specialist, GS1035-12, ANN#EUR14-742209KB, Full Time Permanent.

Housing Manager, GS-117309, (Mulitple vacancies) ANN# EUR14-740576-AG. Full Time Permanent.

Fire Protection Inspector, GS-0081-08, ANN#EUR14-740574-AG, Full Time Permanent.

CLOSING DATE: JAN 23 Engineering Technician (Mechanical), GS-0802-12, ANN#EUR14-730397-AV, Full Time Permanent.

Mechanical Engineer, GS0830-12, ANN#EUR14-735276JC, Full Time Permanent.

IT Specialist (INFOSEC), GS2210-12, ANN#EUR14-693653EG, Full Time Permanent.

Supervisory Firefighter, GS0081-10, ANN#EUR14-740582AG, Full Time Permanent.

LOCAL NATIONALS (LN) POSITIONS No Vacancies If you have any questions, contact the front desk at 081-5685409. 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 Support Site food court area. 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 or 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 next "Meet & Greet" is from 8-9 a.m.

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NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: www.cnic. navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/jobs.html.

The necessary application forms are also available online. For any questions you have, you may reach us at 081-568-5612/4164.

The applications may be emailed to CNREURAFSWA_ NRBO_N9_Personnel@eu.navy. mil.

NSA NAPLES U.S. POSITIONS, MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS POSITIONS Education Aid/Technician, CY-1702-I/II, ANN#14-005, (Multiple Positions) regular full time (Eligible for Post Allowance) part time & flexible, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Teen Center and Youth Sports Capodichino/Support Site. Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to eighteen years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from 6weeks to 5 years old. Assembles of gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from 6 years old to 9 years old, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 years old to 12 years old, Teen Center Program for children ranging form 13 years old to 18 years old.

Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-002, flexible, Auto/ Skills Center, Support Site.

Provides information concerning facility, operation and regulations. Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 (Theater Concessionaire) ANN# 13-015, flexible, Reel Time Theater II, Support Site. This position transacts the sale of refreshments at the theater snack bar.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#13-035, flexible Fitness Branch, Capodichino/Support Site. Performs maintenance on various types of recreation and athletic equipment to ensure that all equipment is in good condition and safe for patron use.

Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 ANN#13-128, flexible part time, Bowling Center, Support Site.

Provides oversight of activities and necessary services to authorized patrons.

Food Service Worker, NA7408-04, ANN#13-126 flexible part time, Bowling Center, Support Site. Performs a variety of tasks such as grilling or frying pancakes, hamburgers, hot dogs, bacon, eggs, sausage, by watching while the items are cooking, turning as required; regulating temperature and removing when done.

Recreation Assistant, NF0189-01 KPP-02, ANN#14-018 flexible, Fleet & Family Readiness Center, Gaeta, Italy.

Serves as a primary front line customer service representative of the overall program as such, must continually present information in a high professional and customer friendly style.

Closing date: Opening Until Filled Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01,

ANN#14-021 flexible, MWR Outdoor Recreation Program, Support site/Carney Park.

Provides and maintain recreation and athletic equipment issue. Closing date: Opening Until Filled Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#14-022, flexible, MWR Liberty Division, Naples, Italy.

Employee helps customers in the recreation center with recreational event. Closing date: Open until filled.

CYP Education Technician Leader, CY-1702-II, ANN#14004R regular full time (Eligible for Post Allowance) Fleet and Family Readiness Program, CYP Division, Teen Center. The purpose of the CY Program Leader (CYP) is to provide appropriate development care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more CY programs. This includes the provision of guidance, assistance, and mentoring for the CY Program Assistants.

Closing date: Open until filled

Personal Care, Sporting Goods, Garden, Christmas Shop, Pets, and Cough and Cold departments.

Ann#14000014 Cashier Checker/CC/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00$9.50. Associates engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail checkout areas.

Ann#14000015 Sales Clerk/ HL/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.

Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Electronics, Housewares, Domestics, Furniture, and Gifts departments.

Ann#14000019 Sales Clerk/ SL/NF-01/FPT- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.

Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Jewelry, Mens, Ladies, Shoes, Cosmetics, Handbags, and Children’s departments.

NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

EARTH & VINE WINE SHOP Ann#14000018 Sales Clerk/ PS/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.

Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available.

Gricignano, Building 2091-B Call 081-813-5253/5254 Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application, please visit our website at: https://www.NavyExchange. jobs.

U.S. NAF POSITIONS AVAILABLE GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#14000013 Sales Clerk/ CL/NF-01/FPT- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.

Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Cosmetics, Health &

Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

GRICIGNANO MINI MART Ann#14000016 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex - Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.

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.

CAPODICHINO NEX MART Ann#14000017 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50.

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.

COURTESY JOB ANNOUNCEMENT VETERINARY CLINIC The Support Site Veterinary Clinic is currently hiring for two positions.

- Animal Health Technician (358652400) - Veterinary Medical Officer (356681500) Applicants should apply through www. USAJOBS.gov.

For more information, please call DSN 629-7919 or 081-8117919.