Serving the Nato, Naples and Gaeta military community in italy
58th year, No. 18
Friday, May 10, 2013
Commodore Visits Ships at Sea By MC2 James R. Turner, USS Gravely Public Affairs
scouts from troop 007 white-water rafting down the Lao River in Papasidero, Italy, april 27. the group of 10 scouts also spent the weekend camping on the banks of the Lao River learning outdoor cooking skills and nature conservation. (Photo courtesy of Adventure Lao)
White-Water Rafting with Boy Scout Troop 007 By Lt. Col. Abel Carreiro, Troop 007 Scoutmaster
Troop 007 took 10 Boy Scouts white-water rafting at Rafting Adventure Lao in Papasidero, Italy, April 27. The Scouts took beginner and intermediate water rapids courses and spent the day on the Lao River. The lead Scoutmaster for the weekend was Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) (AW/SW) Erik Avery from Naval Support Activity Naples’ Operations Department. "One of the most rewarding things in volunteering with this program is seeing the development of these young men into America's future leaders,” said Avery. “The Naples Troop 007 has a fantastic outdoor
program which allows the Scouts to participate in numerous activities in areas that most Scouts in the U.S. will never have the opportunities to see.” The group camped on the banks of the Lao River before and after the day of rafting. When they were not on the water, they learned outdoor cooking skills and nature conservation. “The Scouts had a great time on the Whitewater Rafting trip, both through the teamwork aspect of the rafting as well as learning the essential skills of water sports safety," said Avery. The next few months hold more exciting opportunities for Boy Scouts in the Naples
community. The Troop’s summer camping schedule starts in May with a visit to Pisa, camping on the side of Mt. Vesuvius, and a week-long summer camp in Switzerland. There is a full summer planned for the Scouts, who will have camping opportunities in different locations each month through the end of the year. The Boy Scouts of America aims to provide an educational program for boys and young adults to build character, to train in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and to develop personal fitness. Troop 007 meets on Monday nights at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Center at the Support Site.
Learning from a Photo Pro By MC1 Christopher Stoltz
I first met Ron Haviv 10 years ago aboard USS Harry S Truman (CVN 75). It was after the Towers fell and the war was starting to ramp up in Iraq. A news agency had sent him to document the carrier operations for the kick-off of the war. VII (pronounced “seven”) Photo Agency, which Haviv helped found, has been the premier photography agency since 2001. So when a friend posted on my Facebook page that VII would be kicking off the Fotografia Europea 2013 event in
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Reggio Emilia, Italy, I jumped at the chance to see him again. Fotografia Europea is a photographer’s dream festival – it is comprised of workshops, guest speakers and exhibits scattered throughout the city, all celebrating photography. It seemed like everyone in Reggio Emilia was carrying a camera, and a few of the camera stores had serious gear for sale, such as my beloved German Leica in the window. I spent my Friday afternoon checking out exhibits, some of which were still being setup. see PHOTO WORKSHOP Page 10
Ron haviv, left, and Mass Communication specialist 1st Class Christopher stoltz pose for a photo during the workshop. (Photo provided by MC1 Christopher Stoltz)
The commander of Destroyer Squadron 60 (DESRON 60), Capt. John Esposito, completed a tour of ships under his command in the Mediterranean Sea, April 29-May 1. During the three-day trip, the commodore visited the guidedmissile destroyers USS Gravely (DDG 107), USS Mahan (DDG 72) and USS Barry (DDG 52); and the guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61), where he met with Sailors and was able to observe the crews in their at-sea routine. "It is important for commanders to visit our ships and actually surround ourselves with the Sailors who work on the deckplate level,” said Esposito. “They are the ones who actually get the job done." During his visits, Esposito observed flight operations, navigation operations and toured divisional spaces. "The commodore's mid-deployment visit serves as a positive reminder to the crew of the impact of our hard work,” said Lt. j.g. Carissa Hawley, Mahan’s navigator. “It's always a great opportunity to ask questions and get immediate feedback from the top." While aboard each ship, Esposito met with the commanding officers, talked about upcoming commitments and observed tactical-level operations.Esposito said he was pleased with the status of the ships and thanked the crews for a job well done. “Every Sailor out here contributes to the team effort, which allows our ships to do all the great things they do," said Esposito. “I truly believe they are some of the best Sailors in the fleet.” “I especially enjoyed the chance to meet some of the crew on each ship,” said Esposito. "These Sailors are doing a great job and these ships are accomplishing an important mission.” Barry, Mahan, Gravely and Monterey, all homeported in Norfolk, Va., are on scheduled deployments supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.
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Review what happened between April 27 and May 3. Page 11
Riding a Rocket at Ducati Motors in Bologna Pages 4-5
USO Honors Sailor of the Quarter Recipients Page 11
Sisters Compete on Horseback Page 13
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Captain’s Corner Every day, there are individuals in our community who mold young minds. They dedicate each day to making a difference in the lives of our children. As Teacher Appreciation Week draws to a close, I want to express sincere gratitude to all of our teachers – both in the classroom and at home. Our teachers foster a positive learning environment while helping students cope with the unique challenges of life overseas, frequent moves, and parents’ long absences. In my view, good teachers are essential. Teaching kids how to think independently and problem solve in this Digital Age is evermore critical. I salute all of those preparing our future leaders and entrepreneurs for what lies ahead. With summer break around the corner, now is a perfect opportunity for parents to consider how students will retain the knowledge they have learned in the classroom. Studies show that a summer reading regimen is critical to a student’s continued development. Reading helps children become better writers and spellers. Also, studies show that kids are more likely to make reading a habit when they read about topics that naturally interest them. This year’s summer reading program for kids at the Support Site library is a perfect opportunity to continue your child’s education. Consider signing your child up for the program when it starts June 24. Children who participate will be able to earn a cool prize for every book log completed and take part in fun activities. In September, MWR will award our most exceptional summer readers. I look forward to congratulating all of our exceptional readers. Let me remind everyone that MWR is currently conducting lifeguard classes. These classes are specifically tailored to our high school students who are at least age 16. We are giving our teens a chance to set themselves up for a summer job. Service members are also eligible to serve as lifeguards when they have permission from their command. MWR is willing to accommodate a Sailor’s available hours because we simply need more qualified community members. The more lifeguards we have, the more flexibility MWR will have to operate pools at Carney Park and Support Site. We want to open these pools on days and times that most benefit the community, but we need everyone’s support. If you are eligible to become a lifeguard, please consider signing up. Help us maintain a vibrant recreational swim program for the summer. Before closing, I want to acknowledge another source of incredible support – our mothers. This Sunday allows us to pause and celebrate the loving qualities of mothers everywhere. Moms are just like the mama bears in the wild: tender towards their cubs but fierce protectors against any potential threat. When it’s mom against the world, she’ll definitely win if she’s defending her little one. Abraham Lincoln is famously quoted as saying, “All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” I suspect that everyone who has experienced their mother’s uncompromising love can appreciate Lincoln’s sentiment. So to all the moms out there, thank you for being who you are. You truly mean everything. Happy Mother’s Day!
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Delamping Lights at Capo to Save Energy
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Public Works Department Naples will soon begin delamping select exterior light fixtures at Capo to save energy. Utility costs account for one-fourth of NSA Naples’ operating budget. This project is expected to produce a cost savings of nearly $10,000 annually. If you notice that a light fixture that is out, please check the light post for a sticker that says, “This fixture has been delamped to SAVE ENERGY,” before reporting it to Public Works. The Public Works service desk can be reached at DSN: 626-4981 or 081-568-4981.
Are You Registered for Emergency Messages? NSA Naples tested one of its emergency message systems on Wednesday, May 8, by sending text and voice messages to community members. If you did not receive these messages, you may not be registered in the Computer Desktop Notification System (CDNS) / Wide Area Alert Notification (WAAN) system. CDNS and WAAN registration is required for all military, civilian and contractor personnel with a OneNet user account. Personnel should register their office email address and phone number in the system, but can also include cellphones as well as contact information for family members. OneNet users can sign up by right-clicking the purple globe at bottom right of the desktop task bar and selecting “Access Self Service” option. Personnel outside the OneNet system can send an email to the NSA Naples Emergency Management Office at thomas.short@ eu.navy.mil and king.navarro@eu.navy.mil. Family members must register through their sponsors.
Online Payment Now Available for Base Phone Bills On-base residents now have the option to pay their base residential phone bill online. To pay online, go to www.pay.gov, enter “Naples” in the left-column search box under Find Public Forms, and click “Go.” Next, select “Base Communications Office Naples, Italy” and enter the Naples user code, which is “BCO.” Select “Continue” and enter your personal information as required. Contact the telephone billing office at DSN: 629-5000 or 081-811-5000 if you have any questions about the new service.
Alcoholic Beverage Containers Banned in Florence’s Historic Center All are advised: Florence has a ban on individuals taking alcoholic beverage containers into the city’s historic center from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. The restriction is currently in effect until Sept. 29 to prevent injuries and property damage. The city mayor has directed retailers, including bars and supermarkets, to not sell alcohol in takeaway containers during the restricted hours.
New A/C Turn-On Schedule for Support Site Housing Mirabella will accelerate the schedule for turning on air conditioning at Support Site Housing. The previously announced schedule (that began on May 16) can be disregarded. The two-week process will now begin on May 13. Here are A/C turn-on dates with the associated building numbers: May 13: 2001-2010; May 14: 2011-2020; May 15: 2024-2033; May 16: 2034-2044 and 2022; May 17: 2045-2056; May 20: 2101-2110; May 21: 2111-2120; May 22: 2121-2130; May 23: 2131-2140; May 24: 2141-2149; May 27: 2150-2159; May 28: 2160-2163 and Villas.
May 10: LDO/CWO Applicant Brief at Capo LDO/CWO Association members will provide a World-Wide Mustang Round-Up Applicant Brief on Friday, May 10 at Capo Chapel. Sailors seeking to apply for a Limited Duty Officer or Chief Warrant Officer spot are invited to attend. The brief begins at 10 a.m., and attendees should wear the Navy Working Uniform. Lunch will be provided, as the
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event is scheduled to end at 1 p.m. For more information, contact LT Joshua Bunte at joshua.bunte@ eu.navy.mil or LT Amy Evans at amy.evans@ eu.navy.mil.
May 10: Deadline to Sign Up for May’s Marketplayce The deadline for participants to sign up for a monthly Marketplayce (MP) event held at the Support Site community center is Friday, May 11. MP provides an opportunity for U.S. active duty, civilians, contractors, NATO ID cardholders and their families to promote arts, crafts and registered home-based businesses. There is a $10 fee for registration. This month’s MP is scheduled for Saturday, May 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants must be registered with the base legal office. For more information, contact MP coordinator, Melinda Trahan, at themarketplayce@gmail.com.
May 10: Conference on Human Trafficking The Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC) will host a conference about human trafficking at Support Site’s community center on Friday, May 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. All community members are invited. Events are scheduled to include the viewing of “Slaves No More,” a documentary on human trafficking with adult themes but no explicit material. Attendees will have an opportunity to purchase hand-crafted items made by former trafficking victims; proceeds will benefit victims directly. Refreshments will be available. In addition, free child care services will be provided to those who RSVP with Autumn Minton at mintonjagl@ yahoo.com.
May 10: Comedy Entertainment at O’Rhys Pub O’Rhys at Support Site will feature Don Barnhart’s All-Star Comedy Show on Friday, May 10 at 8 p.m. The show’s comedians will include Don Barnhart from the movie “Finding the Funny,” Jeff Capri from Comedy Central, radio personality Slade Ham, and Keith Lyle from the movie “The Hangover.” The show is for adults only. For more information, contact Staci Dietrich at DSN: 626-4894 or 081-568-4894.
May 10: USO Sponsoring Free Family Portraits In honor of military mothers, USO Naples is sponsoring free family portraits for all U.S. military ID cardholders. Photos will be taken by Arturo Paulino at Support Site’s Central Park. Participants must register with USO Naples to schedule a time. For more information or to register, call USO’s Support Site office at DSN: 629-4903 or 081-811-4903. The Capo office can be reached at DSN: 626-5713 or 081568-5713.
May 11: JFC Naples Field Gun Team Demonstration at Support Site The JFC Naples Field Gun team will conduct a demonstration for community members on Saturday, May 11. The event will begin with a parade at 11 a.m. from the fire station at Support Site. There will also be a photo opportunity and physical training session for children as well as a demonstration of the Field Gun Run in the commissary parking lot. The team is preparing to compete in a field gun competition that will be held in the U.K. next month. The team consists of personnel from France, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, the U.S. and the U.K., and will be the only international team invited to the competition. For more information, contact CDR Nate Price at DSN: 6268083 or 081-5688083.
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May 11: Deadline for Submissions to Join School Advisory Committee Community members willing to serve on the Naples Elementary School Advisory Committee (NESAC) should submit their bios to sacnapleselementary@gmail.com by Saturday, May 11. The committee is seeking four professional school employees and two parents to serve on the 2013-14 and 2014-15 NESAC. This is a two year commitment to the school and students. Committee members attend a onehour meeting at 3 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month to advise the principal on school policies, programs and resources. Bios should include name, telephone number, email address, position desired (parent or staff member), projected rotation date (PRD), and no more than a 250-word explanation on what qualities the applicant will bring to the board. For more information, contact Trisha Bruce, the NESAC chairperson, using the email provided above.
May 14: Holocaust Survivor to Speak at Capo A Holocaust survivor is scheduled to speak at the Capo theater during a Holocaust remembrance event on Tuesday, May 14. The event starts at 12:30 p.m. and will also feature the Navy Band. All personnel and community members are invited to attend. For more information, contact Chief Juan Castro at DSN: 626-2311 or email: juan.a.castro@eu.navy.mil. CDR Adam Chamie is also available at DSN: 6261750 or email: adam.chamie@eu.navy.mil.
May 14: PWOC Summer Session Begins The Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC) summer session is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, May 14 in the Fellowship Hall at Support Site. All communi-
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ty women are invited to meetings held every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. Childcare is available. For more information, visit PWOC Naples on Facebook.
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The Summer Teen Employment Program will hold an introductory meeting at the Support Site movie theater on Tuesday, May 14 at 5 p.m. Meeting attendees will be given priority during the selection process. On Thursday, May 16, a teen job fair will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Youth Center. Teen employment opportunities during the summer are for U.S. ID cardholders (ages 15-18). Jobs are available at Fleet and Family Support Center, MWR and Child and Youth Programs, with a maximum of 25 hours per week. Application packets are now available at the Teen Center. The application deadline is Friday, May 31. No late or incomplete applications will be accepted. For more information, contact the Teen Center director at DSN: 629-4395 or 081-811-4395.
May 15: Fire Alarm Testing at Capo Food Court Fire alarm and safety system tests will be conducted by Public Works at Capo’s Bella Napoli Food Court on Wednesday, May 15. The test is scheduled from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The food court will remain open to customers during testing.
May 16: Baby Basics Class A monthly class on newborn care (bundling, diapering and bathing), feeding, baby health, and safety is scheduled to be held on Thursday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to noon. The class is open to U.S. military and NATO ID cardholders and will be held at the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (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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Balcony Collapse Suspends Religious Procession Three people died and nine were injured when a stone balcony of an 18th century building collapsed during a saint’s procession that attracts thousands of people in the town of Portici, the
T HE I NSIDE P AGE … FOR FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER (FFSC) EVENTS, SEE PAGE 5.
May 14/16: Summer Teen Employment Program Meeting & Job Fair
Italian News Briefs
Building Surrounded by Swarm of Bees In the small town of San Martino Valle Caudina, in the Benevento province an entire building was surrounding by bees. Residents called police who told them to seal all doors, windows and not go out. Police called a beekeeper who told them the huge presence of bees was due to the death of the queen bee. The beekeeper tried to bring in a new queen and managed to calm thousands of bees which layed on one wall of the building. The beekeeper had to return to the site with a second queen bee and various wooden crates to recover the insects. The swarm of bees began to follow the queens and get into cages provided by the beekeeper to resolve the emergency.
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south of Naples. Prosecutors sent a warrant for manslaughter and serious personal injuries to the owner of the apartment. The religious procession was suspended after the tragedy.
the Vega launch showed that investment in research and innovation creates a model for the Italian hi-tech industry.
Italy Ranks Second in Solar Energy Capacity According to a national report by the Economy Ministry’s Energy Department, Italy ranks second only to Germany in active solar energy capacity. Photovoltaic plants in use in Italy put out 16,420 megawatts and 18,862 gigawatt hours of energy in 2012.
Naples Trains Vandalized The Naples Circumvesuviana trains were vandalized on May 1 with many delays. Thirty trains were damaged with broken doors and windows. Last weekend, there 50 units between Naples and Sorrento dedicated to controlling hooligans. The prevention plan in the stations of Naples and its province could be extended in the coming weekends.
European Space Agency Launches Italian Satellite Carrier Early Tuesday, the European Space Agency launched the Italian satellite carrier from the French Guiana. Vega was built outside Rome and carries with it three satellites, two of which will track land cover and vegetation changes over the entire globe every two of days, while the other will perform experiments. The Italian Prime Minister Enrico Letta said the success of
Napoli Soccer Team Clinches Champions League Showing The Napoli soccer team beat Bologna 3-0 Wednesday to make sure of a UEFA Champions League berth for next season. Coach Walter Mazzarri said it was an exceptional achievement since the team is behind only an extraordinary Juventus. For the last four years Napoli reached Europe and this is why the players deserve nothing but praise, he added.
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. NAPLES HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC BOOSTERS seeks 2012-2013 board members. For more information, e-mail matthew.ukleja@gmail.com. THE NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) seeks members to serve as volunteers in its Thrift Store. When the store is open, volunteers are needed to help with storing, merchandising, bagging, and running the cash register. When the store is closed, help is needed preparing the store for shopping. Store hours: Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. All volunteers are required to attend a training session prior to assisting. Email noscitaly@gmail.com to sign up for training. 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. NAVY LEAGUE OF THE U.S./NAPLES COUNCIL is seeking board members. Contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051 or breese@cybernet.it. 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. ATTENTION PHOTOGRAPHERS! Are you interested in taking photos of Naples Elementary School students during the 2012-2013 school year? Contact Dr. Johnson at 081-811-4159 or donita.Johnson@ eu.dodea.edu. TUTORING OPPORTUNITY Do you want to work hands-on with college-oriented students? Do you want to make a difference in a student's life? Naples Middle/High School is looking for motivated community members with college experience to become AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) tutors. Training will be provided. Please contact Vice Principal David Martin at david.martin@eu.dodea.edu or AVID Counselor Joseph Selina at selina.joseph@eu.dodea.edu. NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTA is searching for people who want to lead the PTA during the 2012-2013 school year. PTA board members are elected every year and committee chairs are appointed every year. If you are interested in a board or chair position, please e-mail Angel Neese at itwife2000@yahoo.com.
ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON 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 OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is seeking individuals as board members in 2013-2014 for a variety of events and positions. Join Us! If you want to volunteer or need information on what is available, email noscitaly@gmail.com or go to www.noscitaly.com 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. 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 is a newly founded association that meets twice a month and discusses upcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. For more information, contact IT2 Pablo Baez at DSN 626-6141 or MA2 Michael Bradley DSN 626-5595. 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.
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ducati Riding experience instructors are professional racers who coach students at six different levels of riding skill on reknowned tracks throughout Italy. (Photo courtesy of Ducati Motors)
Riding a Rocket The Ducati Factory in Bologna is home to the Ducati Museum, Ducati manufacturing and the racing legacy that makes the Italian bikes some of the most popular motorcycles in the world. By Laura Byrd
I can feel the sweat beading up from every pore and the color rising in my face. Trying to maintain an expression of calm, I’m listening to David James, a representative of Ducati Motors in Bologna, matter-of-factly explain the different riding modes of the 2013 Ducati Diavel Dark I’m sitting on in the factory parking lot. The digital read-out of the electronics is simple, but a bit intimidating. Having ridden Harley Davidsons for years, this shouldn’t be scary. But a 750-pound Softail Deluxe with a seat height of 24.5 inches is very different from a 463 pound sport bike with a 30-inch seat height and racing DNA. Before arriving at
the factory to visit the museum and go for a test ride, I had naively assumed there was a test track. For over ten years, the Ducati Riding Experience has taught all levels of riders. There is an intermediate class and a basic skills course, both of which are designed for riders with experience who want to improve their road skills and practice better safety. Generously offered a new Diavel while scheduling the appointment, I’d lugged a fullface helmet, riding boots and leather riding gear to Bologna on the train. It would be my first experience on a sport bike – and Ducati seemed like a great place to start. The Diavel is the Ducati version of a touring bike, described by the manufacturer as the model
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most popular with Harley Davidson V-rod owners and converts from other touring bike manufacturers. I was ready for a personal first – and someone showing me the ropes before I ventured into the ring. But I hadn’t asked enough questions about the test ride. There is no testing facility. That meant the ride today was through the gates of the Ducati facility out into Bologna, Italy, alone. It was fly or fall. Being offered a courtesy bike was a far cry from actually signing up for the Ducati Riding Experience, which takes place on race tracks throughout Italy, including Misano World Circuit and several others. Fortunately, it didn’t take long to adapt. Heading away
three-time World superbike Champion troy Bayliss teaches the exclusive advanced course, which focuses on extreme riding techniques on a ducati 1199 Panigale s superbike equipped with a racing kit. (Photo courtesy of Ducati Motors)
Panorama May 10, 2013 an instructor for the ducati driving experience Basic Course provides one-onone riding instruction for a student on a ducati Monster 796, in the paddock area of a track venue. (Photo courtesy of Ducati Motors)
from the factory location’s busy boulevard, eventually a long, curvy, two-lane road made it easy to relax and feel the bike. Riding in Urban mode, it was easy to love the ride and tempting to shift to Sport Mode on these roads once the smooth six-speed felt comfortable and the quick acceleration became easy to control. Rolling along analyzing my posture and the seating position – which I didn’t anticipate would be comfortable – it was surprising how ergonomically natural it felt. This slightly forward position is what I expected to hate – but it was easy to adopt. An hour went by, and lost in the bike’s feel and the road ahead, I was surprised to look down and see the digital speedometer read 80 MPH. I hadn’t even shifted into sixth gear yet. Backing off the throttle, I slowed down and headed back to the factory. Now I knew the secret. A Ducati is fast, addictive, and well worth learning to ride safely on a track before venturing out into the unknown, a rookie. Sign me up.
national Circuit – June 5-6, Adria International Circuit – July 16-17, Mugello International Circuit – September 10-11, Adria International Raceway
Dates and Locations of future riding classes: – May 16-17, Mugello Inter-
the International Press and Communications representative for ducati photographs me at the factory before the start of my test ride on a diavel dark in Bologna. (Photo by Silvia Salvadori)
Ducati Riding Experience Courses: – Basic (On a Monster 796)
– Intermediate (On a Monster 1100 ABS, Multistrada 1200 and Hypermotard) – Racing One or Racing Two (On 1199 Panigale) – Master Racing (On 1199 Panigale S) – Troy Bayliss Academy (1199 Panigale S + racing kit) Visit
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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 • May 12: Alateen Support Group (ages 12-18), 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Support Site FFSC. • May 13–17: Transition GPS (TAP) Workshop – PreSeparation, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • May 13: Hand Gestures Used in Naples, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. • May 13: Nurturing Parenting for Prenatal Families, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • May 14: Cultural Tips, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Capo FFSC. • May 14: Easy Italian, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Capo Fellowship Hall. • May 14: Communication Skills, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • May 14: Al-Anon Support Group, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • May 15: Developing Your Spending Plan, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. • May 15: Visit a Fresh Pasta Store, 10:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., Departure from Support Site. • May 15: Choices (Managing Your Mood), 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • May 15: Special Needs Parent Support Group, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • May 16: Gricignano Market, 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Departure from Support Site. • May 16: Becoming a Love & Logic Parent, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • May 17: Legal Assistance, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (appointments only), Support Site FFSC.
UPCOMING FFSC GAETA EVENTS Call 081-568-8354 for more information or to register. • May 13: Roman History, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • May 14: ICR Field Trip to Rome, 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. • May 16: Become an Archeologist, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Naples Area Nurses Celebrate Nurses Week Lt. Kelly Ricketts, Nurse Corps, U.S. Navy A day to honor nurses has been advocated for since 1953 to show appreciation for one of the most trusted professions. It was not until 1974 that the International Council of Nurses declared an International Nurse Day to be celebrated annually on May 12. This date was particularly special as it marked the birthday of Florence Nightingale, an English social reformer who is credited with founding the nursing profession. That same year President Nixon issued a proclamation declaring a National Nurse Week in the United States. During the 1970s and early 1980s, most of the U.S. began recognizing nurses on May 6 to perpetuate recognition for nurses annually. However, in 1982 the American Nurses Association and the U.S. Congress declared May 6 National Recognition Day for Nurses, a declaration that was later signed and proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan. The American Nurses Association extended the recognition for a full week in 1990 and by 1993 designated May 6-12 to be permanent dates for observing National Nurses Week.
Nurses have been caring for military members since Florence Nightingale tended to the injuries of soldiers during the Crimean War in 1854. This year’s celebration of Nurses Week coincides with the birth of the Navy Nurse Corps, which was established by Congress on May 13, 1908. Starting with only 20 nurses, the Navy Nurse Corps has grown and evolved but its mission has always been the same ... to care for the minds and bodies of Sailors and Marines on land and sea. Throughout history, you will find that Navy Nurses have cared for our shipmates during peace and in times of war. Navy Nurses have served all over the world and have treated American service members of all branches, allied forces, family members, civilians in harm’s way. All of this has been done in various combat environments, as well as, disaster sites, aboard ships, and at home. This year marks 105 years of serving the most deserving patients. The Naples Area Nurses’ Association honored our active duty Nurse Corps officers and their civilian colleagues with a week’s worth of special events. Be a part of the tradition and support your local nurses.
Individual Force Protection Plans Personnel planning on traveling outside of Italy (except to the United States or U.S. territories) should contact their chain of command’s Antiterrorism/Force Protection (ATFP) Division 30 days prior to their planned departure. The ATFP office will review the request and will notify you of all requirements that must be fulfilled prior to travel. Note that some countries have additional entry requirements which require more processing time than 30 days. Contact your ATFP division as soon as possible in order to assist you in meeting all requirements. You can contact the NSA Naples ATFP office by any of the following means. Phone: 081-568-5525/5595; E-mail: M-NA-NSASEC-ATdivision-GS@eu.navy.mil Or visit the office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403, open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Chief of naval Operations (CnO) adm. Jonathan Greenert. (Photo by MC1 Peter D. Lawlor)
Military Spouse Appreciation Day By Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert
10 May is Military Spouse Appreciation Day, a day when we officially recognize the contributions of the husbands and wives who serve their country alongside us. Please take a moment to reflect on the love and care our spouses generously offer and reaffirm your gratitude for their tireless support. Our loved ones volunteer for the formidable task of waiting for us and managing the home while we answer the call of service to our nation. Their sacrifice and devotion to the Navy family are invaluable in keeping our families and Sailors “on course and on speed.” And so on Military Spouse Appreciation Day, please make it a priority to demonstrate your appreciation and show your spouses how much they are treasured. Never discount the personal sacrifices they make each day for our families and nation to ensure we remain the world’s greatest Navy. To all of you, Darleen and I thank you for your service.
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American Red Cross Naples Holds Donation Drive
Operations specialist seaman Bradford Watkins gets a plate of food during UsO naples' 'taste of home BBQ' held just outside the bachelor enlisted quarters of Capodichino. UsO naples hosts monthly events for unaccompanied sailors stationed at naval support activity naples. (Photo by MC2 Josh Bennett)
USO Naples Gives Sailors ‘Taste of Home’ By MC2 Josh Bennett, Navy Public Affairs Support ElementEast Detachment Europe
Operations specialist 2nd Class Jamell naylor donates comfort items during an american Red Cross donation drive, May 1, at nsa naples' Capodichino navy exchange. the american Red Cross naples chapter is accepting the comfort items for the entire month for forward-deployed service members in africa. (Photo by MC3 Brian T. Glunt)
By MC3 Brian T. Glunt, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe
Volunteers from the American Red Cross Naples chapter began accepting comfort-item donations from Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples community members, May 1, at the Capodichino Navy Exchange. The American Red Cross Naples chapter will be accepting the comfort item donations during the entire month of May for forwarddeployed service members in Africa. “We really wanted the community involvement, here at NSA Naples, to be an initiative that the Navy community could take pride in supporting all of the branches,” said Susan Westbrook, American Red Cross Naples station manager. “Most of the people here have forward-deployed before so they know what it’s like and they are better able to tell us what you would want to have while deployed. This has already been a really big success due to the community donating so much already in one day.” Comfort items can also be donated at the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples located at Support Site or at the American Red Cross Naples office at Capodichino from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. “I know the feeling of being out there forward deployed,” said Operations Specialist 2nd Class (SW/AW) Thomas Morales, attached to U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Arica/ U.S. 6th Fleet. “I’ve been deployed six times in eight years. I’m always trying to help out when I can by donating.” The American Red Cross was created in 1881 by Clara Barton and officially chartered by Congress in 1900 to provide national and international relief during disasters, to give relief to the military and serve as a means of communication between members. “I’m donating today because receiving a care package is always a big lift, a big morale boost,” said Operations Specialist 2nd Class (SW) Jamell Naylor, attached to U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/ U.S. 6th Fleet. “Whatever I can do to help
USO Naples hosted a “Taste of Home BBQ,” May 3, at Capodichino in order to give unaccompanied Sailors an opportunity to come together and have fun while enjoying free food and refreshments. “We try to have an event for our unaccompanied Sailors here in Naples at least once a month,” said Sabrina M. Pullido, USO Naples and Rome area director. “We do these events in an effort to bring a feeling of community and togetherness to the single Sailors here.” A group of USO volunteers put the event together with a little help from the local commissary. “While most of the food and supplies used for this event was funded by the USO and our volunteers, the commissary also donated some food platters for the barbecue,” said Pullido. Some of the food available at the barbecue included hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, soda,
vegetable platters, fruit, desserts and more. The event was held just outside the bachelor enlisted quarters on base. The location helped bring in a few Sailors who did not know the barbecue was taking place. “I was walking home from work and saw all the USO shirts by the grills, so I knew something good was going on,” said Yeoman 2nd Class Kenneth Atkins, assigned to U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/ U.S. 6th Fleet. “It was definitely a good start to my weekend.” During the event, Pullido presented the rest of the USO Naples crew with the ‘Top Overall USO Center’ and ‘Top Large USO Center in Europe’ awards. USO Naples was named the award winners on May 1, in an awards ceremony in Nashville, Tenn. “I’m not surprised they won those awards,” said Atkins. “They are always out here doing great things for our community.” For more information on what USO Naples is doing in the future checkout their Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/ usonaples.
FFSC Tip of the Week: Personal Financial Management From the Fleet and Family Support Center
Did you know volunteers from across the United States send thousands of coupons to Naples to benefit our military community? Did you know you could reduce your monthly food bill by 20 percent or more by using coupons? For a family of four, using coupons could create $80 or more in savings a month. Did you know coupons can be used at the Naples commissary up to six months past the expiration date? Fleet and Family Support Center has boxes of coupons to share with our Naples community. Come pick up a box today and see how much you can save this week.
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MWR Kicks Off Intramural Softball Season By MC3 Caitlin Feddersen, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe
Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples’ MWR center kicked-off the intramural softball season with a round of preseason games, May 2. Six softball teams, representing several commands in the Naples area, played for the first time Thursday evening in preparation for the upcoming season. The preseason games allow for the teams to get acquainted with one another and for game officials who are recently trained to gain hands-on experience before the start of the season. “The team members play with their commands, so that helps bring them together even after work,” said Davina Williams, acting MWR intramural sports coordinator. “It also helps promote camaraderie within the commands, gives them something healthy to do after work and is another way to connect with their coworkers and their friends.” One of the teams playing was the Army, NATO and Navy team, which consists of multi-branch players. Coaching the team was Sgt. 1st Class James Jones, attached to Allied Forces South. “I saw a lot of really good things out of our team tonight,” said Jones.
hull technician 1st Class Justin Beckett swings at a pitch during an MWR intramural softball game at Carney Park, May 2. six softball teams played for the first time in preparation for the upcoming season. (Photo by MC3 Caitlin Feddersen)
“There were some really good plays and I think we’re going to have a good squad for the season.” The intramural softball is just one of my programs available to service members as their families through the MWR intramural
sports program. “The intramural sports program is the adult league that includes U.S. military personnel, spouses and their dependents that are over 18 years of age and out of high school,” said Williams.
“Throughout the year, we have various team sports people can join including softball, volleyball, football and basketball.” The softball season officially begins May 9, with games being held at Carney Park every
Tuesday and Thursday. The season is scheduled to come to a close in July when the intramural softball playoffs will start. For more information about the MWR Intramural Sports program call DSN: 629-6529.
It’s Prom Time Reenlistment Changes Ahead By Kristin Himmler, Adolescent Substance Abuse Counseling Service Clinical Supervisor/Counselor
Besides the dresses, shoes, dating and parties, students are about to engage in one of their most memorable experiences of high school. Do you remember your prom? Many things have changed since then, but a lot has stayed the same. One thing that has not changed is that most teenage alcohol-related incidents occur during prom. Prom is often a time for experimentation and high risk behaviors for students, for that reason it is also a time that parents need to be more involved than ever. What can you do to reduce the risk of alcohol or drug use, sexual assault, or other alcohol-related incidents during prom? There are several things you can do with your child before prom: talk to them about the possible risks, know their date and how to get in touch with their date’s family, know who they will be with afterward, have them contact you during the night, and have a plan in case they want to come home early or are in an unsafe situation. Having a prom plan can be the most effective way to increase safety. Prom plans begin a few weeks before the actual event and include you knowing the details of what your child plans on doing before and after prom. Prom plans take into account that most likely your child will be unsupervised and out with friends from dinner time until the next morning. Most importantly, prom plans include an agreement between parent and student that someone will be available to provide transportation regardless of place or time. If you would like further information or safety tips related to prom season, please contact the ASACS program at Naples Middle/High School (629-4181).
CNP Announces Major Changes to Help Sailors Navigate Their Careers
By MC2 David Cothran, Defense Media Activity-Navy For Sonar Technician 2nd Class Jason Simpson having back-to-back sea duty was not a tough choice. Under the Navy's Perform to Serve (PTS) program he was faced with either changing rates or volunteering for another tour at sea in order to reenlist. Now serving that second tour aboard USS Bunker Hill (CG 52), Simpson is looking forward to continuing his career in the rate of his choice with no regrets about heading back to sea. "I was offered as my conversion for PTS [the culinary specialist rating]," Simpson said. "I'm in the combat world. I opted to go back to sea as a sonar tech." Simpson's situation is not unique, and many Sailors throughout the fleet have had to make tough choices about their continued service in the Navy under PTS. Thanks to a new career management program announced May 1 by the chief of naval personnel, Sailors will have a greater opportunity to manage their own careers with a greater level of transparency in their options. Chief of Naval Personnel, Vice Adm. Scott R. Van Buskirk, announced upcoming changes to the way Sailors will apply for reenlistment and the launch of a new Career Navigator program during an allhands call at Naval Base San Diego. These are part of significant changes and enhancements to the way the Navy handles enlisted career management and are designed to provide Sailors with transparent, interactive and integrated tools to explore and choose career opportunities that span the
entire continuum of service including both active and reserve components, according to Navy personnel officials. The Navy has heard from the fleet that Sailors want earlier feedback in their requests for reenlistment quotas, more transparency and more interactive capability, resulting in a needed change. "These changes are absolutely a result of feedback from the fleet," Van Buskirk said. "What we are trying to do is meet their demands for a Sailor portal, putting transparency into the process, so our young men and women have the ability to have a view into how their career unfolds, what their opportunities are, what choices they have, and really bring that into a process an ability for them to be able to, each day that they want to, to have a view into their career." Under the current process, Sailors could have their career opportunities limited due to reenlistment approval being granted near the end of their orders-negotiation window. With the improved functionality and capabilities, Sailors will not only find out about their reenlistment status much sooner, but will also be able to play a much more active role in their future through the use of web-based applications. "What this does is really bring together the best of our previous programs and adds a lot of functionality that allows a Sailor now to look across their entire continuum of their service," Van Buskirk said. "We bring together a portal that allows the Sailors, without having to have a Navy career counselor there, to enable them to sit down, look at what's available to them, look at their opportunities, to let them chart their own way through their career path."
Career Navigator will pull all enlisted career management processes under one overarching program encompassing all career events such as reenlisting, changing ratings, choosing orders, and transitioning between Active Component and Reserve Component, or vice versa. In June, Sailors will begin to see changes occur as Career Navigator rolls out. There will be changes made to make the rating application process easier for PACT (Professional Apprentice Career Track) Sailors along with an easier transition process for Selective Reserve Sailors switching to active duty service. Additionally, there will be a change to the timeline that active duty Sailors need to request reenlistment approval. Sailors will be able to start the process 13 months prior to their end of active obligated service (EAOS) instead of the previous 12-month window. This means Sailors who have an EAOS in June or July 2014 will need to talk with their career counselors immediately to begin the process or requesting a reenlistment quota. This change gives Sailors an extra month to work the reenlistment and assignment process with their detailer. This initiative will eventually bring more transparency for Sailors in the process, including seeing quotas available for their rate, opportunities in other rates, and ultimately, Sailors will be able to see much of what detailers and career counselors see when making career decisions, according to personnel officials. For Sailors like Simpson, the announcement from the CNP was welcome news, and hearing from the CNP himself made it even more meaningful. "Coming directly from him, it kind of gives me a warm and fuzzy," Simpson said.
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M ORE I NSIDE P AGE … ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON continued 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. 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. NAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREES Anyone interested should contact Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346-680-3282 or by email to nalexander@afsouth.nato.int. 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. PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL (PWOC) meets every Tuesday morning at 9 a.m. in the Support Site Fellowship Hall (above the library) for food, friends and faith. There are six Bible studies to choose from, and childcare and nursery care to homeschoolers is free. 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. 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. 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, visit www.naplestoastmasters.wix.com/toastmastersnaples. 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 7 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday at the side chapel at the Support Site. Newcomers should stop by at 6:30 p.m. Participation is free. FMI, e-mail Laura Hitchcock at laura.poodle@ gmail.com. REGISTER FOR GRADUATE DEGREE ON-SITE PROGRAMS Visit the University of Phoenix and the University of Oklahoma to learn what on-site degree programs are offered in the Naples area. UP is at 081-568-6670 and OU is at 081-568-6672. Both colleges have offices 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. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For more information, call 347-544-0254 or visit http://www.aa-europe.net/countries/italy.htm. 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 081-811-6451 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 081-8114682 or the school at 081-811-4037. 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. E-mail George Piette at kofcnaples@ gmail.com or visit http://sites.google.com/ site/kofcnaples/ home. CARNEY PARK LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION meets at 9 a.m. Mondays. All skill levels welcome. Discounted play with membership. FMI, call Carol Borkowski at 081-804-3345, or Carney Park Golf Course at 081-526-4296. EDIS SCREENINGS NOW AVAILABLE Room W09, Support Site Village Forum. For eligible children who have not reached their third birthday. If you are concerned about your child’s development, contact EDIS at 081-811-4676. NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS holds volunteer orientation the first Wednesday of every month at the organization’s Capodichino office from 8:3010 a.m. and the first Tuesday of every month at the hospital from 9:30-11 a.m. Call 081-568-4788 for info. LATINOS UNIDOS WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS Meetings are at 2 p.m. the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For more info, contact Michael Cortez, Michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil, 334-6771-0327, or Gabriel Sermeno, Gabriel.sermeno@eu.navy.mil, 081-811-5554. CUB SCOUT PACK 007 Want to camp in Nettuno, hike in Cuma, go bowling or participate in swimming and archery? Then Cub Scouts is the place for you! Boys in first through fifth grade meet three times per month to learn skills that they apply on hiking, camping and service outings. FMI, contact naplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit www.cubscoutingnaples.org.
Friday, May 10 4:30 p.m. Iron Man 3, PG-13 6 p.m. Tyler Perry's Temptation, PG-13 Premiere Showing 7:15 p.m. Evil Dead, R Premiere Showing 3 p.m. 4 p.m. 6 p.m. 7 p.m.
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Saturday, May 11 Iron Man 3, PG-13 Jurassic Park, PG-13 Oblivion, PG-13 Tyler Perry's Temptation, PG-13 Sunday, May 12 Iron Man 3, PG-13 Jurassic Park, PG-13 Tyler Perry's Temptation, PG-13 Olympus Has Fallen, R Monday, May 13 Closed, No Movie
Tuesday, May 14 Closed, No Movie Wednesday, May 15 4:30 p.m. Jurassic Park, PG-13 6 p.m. The Great Gatsby, PG-13 (3D) Premiere Showing 7 p.m. Evil Dead, R Thursday, May 16 4:30 p.m. Iron Man 3, PG-13 (3D) 6 p.m. The Great Gatsby PG-13 7:15 p.m. Olympus Has Fallen, R Last Showing Friday, May 17 4:30 p.m. Star Trek: Into Darkness, PG-13 (3D) Premiere Showing 6 p.m. Tyler Perry's Temptation, PG-13 7:15 p.m. Star Trek: Into Darkness, PG-13 (3D)
Movie descriptions YLER PERRY’S TEMPTATION, PG-13, Cast: Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Lance Gross, Kim Kardashian, Vanessa Williams, Robbie Jones. Drama, 111 min. An explosive romance about the seductive dangers of the forbidden, this film tells the provocative and sensual story of Judith, an ambitious married woman whose obsessive passion for a handsome billionaire leads to betrayal, danger and a choice that will forever alter the course of her life.
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VIL DEAD, R, Cast: Jane Levy, Shiloh Fernandez, Jessica Lucas, Lou Taylor Pucci, Elizabeth Blackmore. Horror, 91 min. In the much anticipated remake of the 1981 cult-hit horror film, five twenty-something friends become holed up in a remote cabin. When they discover a Book of the Dead, they unwittingly summon up dormant demons living in the nearby woods, which possess the youngsters in succession until only one is left intact to fight for survival.
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RON MAN 3, PG-13, Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Jon Favreau, Guy Pearce. Action/Adventure, 130 min. Marvel's "Iron Man 3" pits brash-but-brilliant industrialist Tony Stark/Iron Man against an enemy whose reach knows no bounds. When Stark finds his personal world destroyed at his enemy's hands, he embarks on a harrowing quest to find those responsible. This journey, at every turn, will test his mettle. With his back against the wall, Stark is left to survive by his own devices, relying on his ingenuity and instincts to protect those closest to him. As he fights his way back, Stark discovers the answer to the question that has secretly haunted him: does the man make the suit or does the suit make the man?
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HE GREAT GATSBY, PG-13, Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Joel Edgerton, Carey Mulligan, Isla Fisher. Drama, 142 min. The film follows Fitzgerald-like, would-be writer Nick Carraway as he leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz and bootleg kings. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby, and across the bay from his cousin, Daisy, and her philandering, blue-blooded husband, Tom Buchanan. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super-rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. As Nick bears witness, within and without the world he inhabits, he pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and high-octane tragedy, and holds a mirror to our own modern times and struggles.
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millionaire John Hammond (Richard Attenborough) to preview his new amusement park on an island off Costa Rica. By cloning DNA harvested from pre-historic insects, Hammond has been able to create living dinosaurs for his new Jurassic Park, an immense animal preserve housing real brachiosaurs, dilophosaurs, triceratops, velociraptors, and a Tyrannosaur Rex. Accompanied by cynical scientist Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum), who is obsessed with chaos theory, and Hammond's two grandchildren (Ariana Richards and Joseph Mazzello), they are sent on a tour through Hammond's new resort in computer controlled touring cars. But as a tropical storm hits the island, knocking out the power supply, and an unscrupulous employee (Wayne Knight) sabotages the system so that he can smuggle dinosaur embryos out of the park, the dinosaurs start to rage out of control. Grant then has to bring Hammond's grandchildren back to safety as the group is pursued by the gigantic man-eating beasts TAR TREK: INTO DARKNESS, PG-13, Cast: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, John Cho, Simon Pegg, Zoe Saldana. Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Action/ Adventure, 132 min. When the crew of the Enterprise is called back home, they find an unstoppable force of terror from within their own organization has detonated the fleet and everything it stands for, leaving our world in a state of crisis. With a personal score to settle, Captain Kirk leads a manhunt to a war-zone world to capture a one man weapon of mass destruction. As our heroes are propelled into an epic chess game of life and death, love will be challenged, friendships will be torn apart, and sacrifices must be made for the only family Kirk has left: his crew.
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BLIVION, PG-13, Cast: Tom Cruise, Morgan Freeman, Olga Kurylenko, Andrea Riseborough, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau. Action/Adventure, 124 min. Jack Harper is one of the last few drone repairmen stationed on Earth. Part of a massive operation to extract vital resources after decades of war with a terrifying threat known as the Scavs, Jack's mission is nearly complete. Living in and patrolling the breathtaking skies from thousands of feet above, his soaring existence is brought crashing down when he rescues a beautiful stranger from a downed spacecraft. Her arrival triggers a chain of events that forces him to question everything he knows and puts the fate of humanity in his hands.
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LYMPUS HAS FALLEN, R, Cast: Gerard Butler, Morgan Freeman, Dylan McDermott, Radha Mitchell. Action/Adventure, 107 min. When the President is kidnapped by a terrorist who seizes control of the White House, disgraced former Presidential guard Mike Banning finds himself trapped within the building. As the national security team rushes to respond, they must rely on Banning’s insider knowledge to save the President and prevent an even greater catastrophe.
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a collection of photos taken during the VII Photo agency workshop with the assigned theme of ‘bicycles for transportation.’ (Photos by MC1 Christopher Stoltz)
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Two of my favorite exhibits from the event were “Darkened Cities” by French photographer Thierry Cohen and the Weegee display. “Darkened Cities” is a series of famous skylines, blackened out and set against a starry sky. The second exhibit featured work from self-proclaimed greatest photographer Arthur Fellig, better known as “Weegee,” displaying some of his crime photography from the 1940’s. After checking out some of the exhibits, my workshop with Haviv started in the early morning hours of Saturday. He met me in the hotel lobby and I reminded him we had met before on his visit to the Truman. He recalled how massive the carrier is to the other shooter in my group. Last time I met Haviv, I had been extremely new to the world of professional photography. Even though I had seen his work, it didn’t click in my head that this was the same man who photographed the Mexican drug wars, Syrian and Cold War conflicts –who brought visuals to the violence. VII is one of the few photo agencies with a focus on bringing thoughtprovoking imagery to raise awareness of atrocities in the world. One photographer, Stephanie Sinclair, spoke about how her portraits of child brides in the Middle East has caused public outcry for help in the region. The agency brought its professionals to help mentor students, like me, in fine tuning the imagery we produce on a daily basis. Each VII photographer was paired with two students who applied to be tutored for a five-hour period and to submit images for the evening’s presentation. The assigned theme was “bicycles for transportation.” The city had just passed laws encouraging bicycles as the primary mode from place-toplace. We took photos of school children doing a sort-of carpool with bikes, where parents would help bike them to school with various meetup points in-between. Later, we shot on the street for a few hours building a portfolio of images to show at the final presentation that night. The workshop and the hours I spent talking to Ron about photography got me out of my comfort zone and allowed me to shoot more consistently by thinking through the final product. The two-hour presentation at Chiostri di San Pietro Saturday night was well received by the crowd as they cheered and applauded for the imagery they had come to see. It began with the panel of VII photographers reviewing their work and concluded with a display of the images students created. I was able to check out a few additional galleries on the way out of town. The festival runs throughout the summer and I highly encourage anyone mildly interested in photography to visit.
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Energy Conservation Fun Facts: Nuclear Power in Italy From the NSA Naples Energy Management Team
Did you know that Italy once proposed the development of nuclear power plants back in the 1960s? Through the 1970s and early 1980s, Enel, with several partners from France and Germany, designed viable means to add Italy to the grid. Nuclear plants help a state or region more easily stay within its emission limitations and still meet its energy needs. Nuclear plants also reduce the cost of air pollution control for emitting facilities because they are non-emitting. This reduces the scarcity of allowable tons, lowers their price, and reduces the capital expenses needed to reduce emissions. Nuclear energy is an emission-free energy source because it does not burn anything to produce electricity. The plants produce no gases such as nitrogen oxide or sulfur dioxide that could threaten the atmosphere by causing ground-level ozone formation, smog, and acid rain. Nor does nuclear energy produce carbon dioxide or other greenhouse gases suspected to cause global warming. However, shortly after the Chernobyl incident all nuclear development was put on hold. In 1987 the Italian government voted against further development and all nuclear power plans were then put on hold. The last of the plants were closed in the early 1990s. The nuclear topic didn’t come up again until 2008. Even though some officials called the original decision to stop nuclear process a terrible mistake, the 2011 nuclear incident in Japan caused the government to vote almost 10:1 against nuclear power.
Commander, U.s. naval Forces europe-africa, adm. Bruce Clingan, center, congratulates Intelligence specialist 3rd Class nikki tilley during a recognition ceremony, May 1, sponsored by United service Organizations (UsO). during the event, adm. Clingan recognized sailors of the Quarter from naples-area commands. (Photo by MC2 Jason Howard) By MC2 Jason Howard, Navy Public Affairs Element-East Detachment Europe
The United Services Organization (USO) hosted a ceremony recognizing local Sailors of the Quarter at U.S. Naval Support Activity Naples, May 1. U.S. Naval Forces EuropeAfrica Fleet Master Chief JoAnn Ortloff presided over the event where 33 Sailors from eight area commands were recognized for their achievements. “It was great to see so many people come out in support of our Sailors of the Quarter,” said Ortloff. “It is always an honor to have the USO volunteers support our Sailors during events like this.”
The USO hosts luncheons each quarter to recognize outstanding Sailors and their leadership. Awardees also received gifts provided by the USO. Adm. Bruce W. Clingan, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, congratulated each Sailor for their achievements. “The Sailor of the Quarter award is a great accomplishment,” said Clingan. “It reflects the work ethic, personal achievements and contributions to their commands that every Sailor here today represents.” Intelligence Specialist 3rd Class Nikki Tilley was impressed that Clingan took time to personally congratulate the awardees. “It was an honor to receive
this award,” said Tilley, who was named Bluejacket of the Quarter for U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet. “It was definitely a welcome surprise that the admiral came out to congratulate us. I’m thankful for everyone in the command that has supported me in achieving my goals.” The commands represented included: Commander, Navy Region Europe; U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band; USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20); Naval Support Activity Naples Security; Naval Computer and Telecommunications Station Naples; U.S. Naval Hospital Naples; Commander, Task Force 69 and Commander, U.S. Naval Forces EuropeAfrica/U.S. 6th Fleet.
Crime Report for April 27 to May 3 From the NSA Naples Command Investigative Division
Kids’ Talk: San Leucio Visit By Ferdinando Johnston
This last weekend I went to San Leucio. This palace is very special because King Ferdinand built it as a silk factory in 1789. Since the king did not like the court life, he moved from Caserta Palace to this hunting residence. He preferred to build his apartments next to the silk factory. He built a village called "La Real Colonia Dei Setaglioli." He also planned to build a city called Ferdinandopoli. This place is still famous for the Roman aqueduct that used to carry water to Caserta Palace. Silk products are still produced in San Leucio for famous clients such as the White House, Buckingham Palace, Palazzo Chigi, and Quirinale Palace. Me and my brother, Simone, were really impressed with the silk museum. The guide showed us how the machinery was used to weave the silk. My favorite part was the Queen's bathroom, which had a giant, heated marble bath that was as big as a pool. The frescoes in this bath were beautiful and made with color and wax, giving it a shiny effect.
Submit to Kids Talk This ongoing series in Panorama showcases the writing of children and teenagers who are part of Naples' U.S. and NATO military community. Submissions can be e-mailed to naplespanorama@eu.navy.mil. Please include the name of the author, along with his or her age. Submissions must be the work of the student or child.
Ferdinando Johnston poses for a photo at the silk Museum in san Leucio. (Photo by Simona Johnston)
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Members of the natO Lions Rugby Club defend the line during a match against the Formia Rugby Club saturday at Carney Park. the Lions came out on top 28-0. the Formia team is from a town mid way between Rome and naples and are regular opponents for the Lions. (Photo by Sara Anderson)
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HM2 DANEWILLIAM MURAIDA Hospital Corpsman Second Class Danewilliam Muraida is a vital member of the Biomedical Engineering staff at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples. From Cape Coral, Fla., Muraida came to Naples following a tour at Naval Health Clinic Annapolis, Md. He is always willing to go above and beyond in order to make sure the mission is accomplished accurately and efficiently. He frequently receives positive comments from other staff and the customers he serves. His actions directly reflect the ethos of “Ship, Shipmate, Self.” “Being entrusted with a myriad of responsibilities as a Biomedical Equipment Technician provides me the opportunities to improve and hone my skills in my career, a foundation I can build on for the future. For that I am grateful.”
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LT SHELLEY BELTZ As division officer for the Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) Clinic, Lt. Shelley Beltz’s happiest moments involve welcoming healthy babies into the world. Wife to Roy Beltz and mom to daughters Kylie and Lily, she has experienced first-hand the excitement and challenges that families face when preparing to add a child to their family. Beltz has worked tirelessly to develop pregnancy education opportunities in response to patient feedback. Her comprehensive training program follows patients and their families through the entire pregnancy continuum. She collaborated with other departments in the hospital to offer nurse-led sessions that focus on each trimester of pregnancy, newborn care, and infant basic life support. Understanding the importance of family involvement, she even created a course taught by men, exclusively for expectant fathers, which has proven to be a huge success. Perhaps the most valuable resource she offers to her patients is her ability to always listen and share words of encouragement when they are needed the most.
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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 081-5684639 for more information.
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Elementary School Sisters Compete on Horseback
Iris riding during the horseback-riding competition in Castellammare di stabia, Italy, april 28. (Photos by Ivy Alexander) By: Mike Alexander
The car bubbled with nervous energy and excitement from the two girls who were on their way to Castellammare di Stabia, Italy for a horseback-riding competition. Naples Elementary School 3rd grader Iris Alexander and 2nd grader Emily Alexander weren’t able to get their last tune-up ride in because of rain. The sisters had spent the previous day grooming the two horses they would be riding, Stella and Bandito. Iris and Emily are members of a western horseback riding team representing Mary’s Ranch in Varcaturo. The team competes in reigning competitions sanctioned by the Federazione Italiana Turismo Equestre (TREC), where riders are judged on their horsemanship. Riders wind their way through, over and around 8 to 12 pattern movements while a stop watch tracks their time. It’s an intricate balance, coaxing a one-ton animal into doing what the riders desire while focusing on the course and ever mindful of their time. Children from 4 to 17 years old compete in various categories. Emily competed in the walk, trot category while Iris competed in a more difficult novice junior category. Children from various ranch teams throughout Campania participated in the competition, which lasted from 9 a.m. until the awards presentation 12 hours later. It was a fantastic way to meet and form friendships with Italian families; sharing lunch, bilingual commentary (oohs and ahhs) for the performances and a general love for horses. The event began with a parade of the riders in front of a cheering crowd. This was followed by each nation’s national anthem. The Italian national anthem was played first with more than half the children singing along. Then it was Iris and Emily, standing before the large crowd and proudly waving their flag, as the only two American riders. Emily’s group was out first. After she and her family prayed for a safe ride, she grabbed a
emily riding during the april 28 competition sanctioned by the Federazione Italiana turismo equestre (tReC).
clutch of mane and leaned over, whispering into Bandito’s perked ears, “let’s get ‘em big fella.” Bandito is a big brown stallion, one absolutely game for competition but he was easily controlled as Emily executed a rundown before gracefully easing him through an 8-movement pattern before speeding to the finish. Her ride was perfect and extremely fast. The course was reformatted for a 9 movement pattern and Iris took mount for her category. She too would ride Bandito (instead of her beloved Stella) and she too said a prayer along with her family for a safe ride. She looked into Bandito’s big eye and he gave her a knowing wink. Iris then faced the judge, tipped her helmet and was signaled to proceed. Iris was tearing through the pattern in total control of her mount with very good time and in perfect form. Going into the last pattern movement, she rounded the first barrel tight and put her heels into Bandito’s ribs and he veered, turning away from the remaining two barrels and heading to the oppo-
site side of the arena. Never one to quit, Iris regained control of the big brown, suddenly unruly stallion, and rounded the remaining two barrels with perfect turns before storming in a dash for the finish. Despite Bandito veering from the course, and because of Iris’ total horsemanship, cool resolve and intense competitive drive, she rode to 6th place. Emily was announced as the winner for her category and received a big beautiful trophy. Iris said her favorite part of the competition was getting to see all the other horses, while Emily’s favorite part was actually riding Bandito in the competition. Both girls loved being around other little girls who share their love for horses and Iris made a couple new Italian friends. The sisters will partake in additional Italian competitions and said they would rather spend their summer vacation getting sweaty, dirty and coming home smelling of horses than sandy, salty and smelling from trips to the beach.
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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) NOTICE: The Department of the Navy announced a hiring freeze effective Jan. 14. Effective immediately, all appropriated funds, U.S. and local national vacancy announcements will be placed on hold until further notice. However, some positions are exempt from the hiring freeze as per the Secretary of the Navy (Manpower & Reserve Affairs) guidance issued Jan. 28. Announcements for exempt positions will be advertised as normal on this page. HRO WEBSITES: https://cnic.navy. mil/europe/about/Jobs/index.htm and http://hronaples.altervista.org HRO FACEBOOK: HRO_NAPLES Please contact us at 081-568-5409 for any questions. The Human Resources Office is located in the Admin I building at Capodichino, first floor. The customer service hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 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: Effective May 1, CONUS hires currently residing in the Naples/Gaeta commuting areas Must apply through USAJOBS in order to receive consideration.
OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT Educational Aid (CDC/CYP), GS-1702-02 KPP 03 KPP 04, ANN# EUR13-537395-AG, (Multiple Positions), Full Time Permanent. Next Cut Off-Date: May 16. CLOSING DATE: May 23 Health Systems Specialist, GS-0671-11, ANN#EUR13604251-EG, Full Time Permanent Accountant, GS-0510-12, ANN# EUR13-604418-EG, Full Time Permanent
LOCAL NATIONALS (LN) POSITIONS CLOSING DATE: May 23 Installation Firefighter, Uc5201-06, ANN#62588-548274AG, Full Time Permanent (Multiple Positions).
COURTESY LN VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSING DATE: May 10 Language Assistant, U.S. Army Public Health Command, PHCR-Europe, District – Southern Naples Vet Branch Naples, U-1046-04, ANN# VI-13-33-LN, Part-Time Perm PSN, 20 HPW. The application form is available on website:https://cpolrhp.cpol.army.mil/eur/index.ht m. The applications must be emailed to: usarmy.vicenza. hqda-cpac.mbx.LN-applicants@mail.mil. 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. May 20.
NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: www.cnic. navy.mil/Naples/FleetAndFam ilyReadiness/AboutFleetAndFa milyReadiness/Jobs/index.htm The necessary application forms are also available online. For any questions you have, you may reach us at 081-568-5612/4164.
NSA NAPLES POSITIONS, MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS POSITIONS Child and Youth Programs Assistant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN# 12-159, (Multiple Positions). Flexible/regular part-time, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Capodichino/Support Site. Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, dayto-day care of infants and children ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years old. Assembles or 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, and Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 years old to 18 years old. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guardian. 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, ANN#12-042, flexible, Golf Course, Carney Park. Collects green fees (monthly and daily), locker fees and fees for electric cart rentals. Employee will act as starter when needed on weekdays and assist when needed as cashier. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-044, flexible, NOR Center, Carney Park. Provides and maintain recreation and athletic equipment issue. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-155, flexible, Liberty Division, Capodichino. Helps the customers in the recreation center with recreational events. 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. Food Service Worker, NA7408-04, ANN#13-036 flexible, 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. Lead Lifeguard, NF-0189-02, ANN#13-059, temporary flexible (Seasonal Employment) Aquatics Division, Carney Park/Support Site. Ensures subordinate lifeguards are enforcing the pool rules and regulations. Open Until Filled Lifeguard, NF-0189-01, ANN #13-061 (Multiple positions) temporary flexible (Seasonal Employment) Aquatics Division, Carney Park/Support Site. Works as instructor, safeguards and supervises swimmers and bathers in pool area. Open Until Filled
CNREURAFSWA NAF U.S POSITION CYP Operation Clerk, NF0303-02, ANN#13-065, (Multiple Positions) regular full time/ part time & flexible, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, CYP Division, Naples. The purpose of this Child and Youth Program Operations Clerk is to serve as a contact point for information and perform clerical and administrative tasks in support of the CYP, which includes Child Development Centers (CDCs), Child Development Homes (CDH), School Age Care (SAC) programs, Youth program (YP). 1st cut off date: May 17 and subsequent cut-off every 14 days. Open Until Filled
NAF LOCAL NATIONAL POSITION Lead Lifeguard, Ua-0189-06, ANN#13-056, temporary full time Aquatics Division, (Seasonal Employment) Carney Park,/ Support Site. Open Until Filled.
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Lifeguard, Ua-0189-07, ANN# 13-057, (Multiple Positions) temporary part time/full time, (Seasonal Employment) Aquatics Division, Carney Park/ Support Site. Open Until Filled.
NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 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#120003GH 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 & Personal Care, Sporting Goods, Garden, Christmas Shop , Pets , and Cough and Cold departments. Ann#120003GG 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. Ann#120002U7 Cashier Checker/CC/NF-01/Flex. Open unt-
il filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Associate operates cash registers to record sales in retail check out areas. Ann#120003GF 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. CAPODICHINO NEX MART Ann#130001BZ 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. GRICIGNANO MINI MART Ann#12000343 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. JFC-NATO MINI MART (Lago Patria) No Vacancies LATINA MINI MART Ann#120002U5 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$10.00. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. GAETA MINI MART No Vacancies