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Naples Celebrates Navy’s Birthday
Friday, OctOber 24, 2014
TIME CHANGE SUNDAY
"Fall back" when Central Summer Time in Italy ends Sunday at 3 a.m. Remember to set your clocks back one hour before you go to bed Saturday.
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Upcoming Veterinary Service Changes in Naples Facility Page 7
Adm. Mark Ferguson, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, was the guest speaker at Naples Area Navy Ball this year. The theme for the Navy’s 239th birthday was Thanking Those Who Support Us. “We are fortunate to have such support, and we say thank you to all of the organizations and people who keep us going strong,” said Ferguson. More than 400 people traveled to Marina di Castello Resort in Castel Volturno to celebrate the U.S. Navy’s birthday. “And so, we few, we happy few who enjoy the bonds of the world’s preeminent naval service – take a moment this evening to stop and say with pride, ‘I serve in the United States Navy,’” Ferguson continued. “And in doing so, also take a moment to thank your family members and all those who support us, for they too serve the nation and Navy.” More Photos on Page 10. (Photo by MC3 Luis Chavez Jr.)
Bataan’s Acts of Good Deeds: an Answer to Franciscans’ Prayers Story and photos by Cmdr. Don Biadog Jr.
On their way home after an eight month deployment in the U.S. Fifth Fleet and Sixth Fleet AORs, USS Bataan and it’s 2,500 plus Sailors and Marines made a scheduled port visit in Naples, Italy. The sea warriors enjoyed the four-day port visit exploring historic places and touring Northern and Southern Italy. While hundreds of sailors were enjoying their liberty in Rome and Naples, forty sea service personnel gave their time lending a helping hand to the Sisters in Carinaro and Franciscan priests in Pozzuoli. These motivated Navy-Marine Corps team volunteers were led by Bataan’s Chaplain William Dermott, Command Chaplain, and Chaplain Hardy Owens, Assistance Command Chaplain. Dermott headed the Pozzuoli Community Relations (COMREL) Project. His team prepared and served food for Monday’s Meals for about 60 hungry people. Others worked outdoors with a view of Baia Bay and the City of Pozzuoli. See BATAAN’S ACTS Page 6
Naples High School Football and Tiger Sharks News Page 13
Weekly Crime Report Review what happened between Oct.15 and Oct. 21. Page 5
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sUnday Sister Malou, a Franciscan Sister, and Navy and Marine Corps Team from USS Bataan (LHD-5) and NSA Naples enjoyed feeding the preschoolers during the community service on Columbus Day weekend on Monday Oct. 13 at the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart, Carinaro, Italy.
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Captain’s Corner
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By Capt. Doug Carpenter NSA Naples Commanding Officer
I had a great time speaking and fielding questions at the Town Hall on Tuesday with the members of our NSA Naples community. Thanks to everyone who attended and for those who asked questions in advance because they knew they couldn’t make it. I’ve been on the job three months now and am getting settled in, learning the lingo for our various departments, and getting a better understanding of how we function here in Naples as an installation. I encourage everyone to provide feedback to me, good and bad, and we have quite a few avenues for that besides Town Halls. I’m a huge advocate for ICE, our Interactive Customer Evaluation service at ice.disa.mil, and recommend everyone uses that system. If you’re still not getting the feedback you feel is appropriate, there’s an Ask the Skipper form on our command website at www.cnic.navy.mil/Naples. I also host an AFN radio show on 106 FM most Fridays from 7-8 a.m. and encourage listeners to call into the studio or post questions to AFN’s Facebook page during the show for the XO and I to address. Basically, there are too many methods of communication available for anyone to feel like they’re voice isn’t being heard. I encourage the people who attended the Town Hall to spread the word and get an even bigger turnout next time. Families are encouraged to bring their children, the whole point of these events are to communicate with the entire community. The Navy Ball on Saturday was an outstanding event. The Naples Area Navy Ball Committee did an amazing job, as did everyone else who helped make the event so great. Across the board, it was a fitting celebration for our Navy’s 239th birthday and a great way to highlight those who serve our active-duty community. Cmdr. Darren Hale did an impressive job as master of ceremonies, and we had an informative and entertaining speech from Adm. Mark Ferguson, highlighting our Navy’s history nearly 200 years ago in Naples with readings from personal accounts during USS Washington’s visit. His speech was focused on our Sailors, and the many organization we have in today’s Navy that provide incredible support, which is what the celebration was all about. With the holiday’s coming and more people heading out to get Italian gifts in time for the post offices recommended mail-by dates, exercise caution and awareness of your surroundings as we’ve had an uptick in vehicle break-ins. These tend to spike towards this time of year, so be attentive. Use your car and home alarms, as you should already be doing. If you’re heading out of town on travel, let a friend or trusted neighbor know to keep an eye on things while you’re away. Don’t leave bundles of gifts or that new TV in your car while you head to another store for round two of shopping. Things lying out are the main reason for vehicle break-ins, whether it’s iPods, GPS devices or anything else that seems valuable. Let’s be smart while we’re out picking up souvenirs or just enjoying our impressive surroundings. I look forward to seeing everyone out at next week’s Spooktacular. We have so many volunteers and organizations coming together to hopefully make this year’s even better than the last.
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Base Notes
Demonstrations Expected in Rome on Saturday
MWR ITT Website Transition
The Italian police have advised the U.S. Embassy in Rome that there will be a large demonstration sponsored by CGIL Union on Saturday, Oct. 25, to protest against proposed labor reforms. The union expects hundreds of thousands of participants, who will gather in two different groups, both departing at 9 a.m. to convene at Piazza San Giovanni. Police will be present to monitor the event. The U.S. Embassy in Rome recommends U.S. citizens and their families avoid the area of the demonstration and exercise caution if walking or driving in the proximity of the area.
Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Information, Tickets and Tours (ITT) is undergoing a change of websites. The new site is www.naplesmwr.org and will soon have general information posted. It is scheduled to be fully functioning and allow online payments in the coming weeks. Until the new site is up and fully functional, please visit the Support Site or Capodichino ITT offices or call them at 081-811-7909 or 081-568-4330.
Reminder: Uniform Wear Off Base Limited The current force protection policy curtails the wear of uniforms by service members off military installations. Service members shall not wear uniforms while using public transportation or get out of their personal vehicle while traveling in uniform to and from work. The base shuttle bus is not considered public transportation. Military PT uniforms are also not authorized for use off base.
Flu Vaccines Available at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Department of Defense ID card holders and their families can stop by the Immunization Clinic on the 1st Floor of U.S. Naval Hospital Naples at Support Site to get their free flu vaccination. The clinic is open Monday to Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursdays from 7:30 to 11:45 a.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call Preventive Medicine at DSN 629-6299 or 081-811-6299 if you have any questions.
Lost and Found at NSA Naples Security operates the lost and found program for Naval Support Activity Naples. Items found on base should be turned into either the Capodichino or Support Site Security precinct. Items turned into the NEX or Commissary will be turned over to Security each week, so check with each if you know you just recently lost an item there. Contact Capodichino at DSN 626-5488 or the Support Site Precinct at DSN 629-4262 to see if your item has been turned in. A log is maintained for each precinct and individuals turning in items should ensure they receive a receipt from Security. Lost and found items are held until the owner claims the item or a period of six months passes.
Restrictions on Hand Carrying Medical Records U.S. Naval Hospital Naples will implement the restriction on hand carrying patient medical records on Saturday, Nov. 1. The Department of Defense Instruction 6040.43 restricts the practice though some exceptions may apply, specifically for active-duty service members. The Medical Records division can provide one copy their medical records to sponsors and their dependents prior to a Permanent Change of Station (PCS), if requested. Copies should be requested 30 days in advance. Please contact Patient Administration for details at DSN 629-6204 or 081-811-6204.
USPS Internet Change of Address for Overseas Service Members Overseas service members assigned mailing addresses with individual delivery points (box numbers) can now complete a change-of-address request via the United States Postal Service website, www.usps.com. As with all USPS customers, service members are charged a $1.05 identity verification fee for each change-of-address request. For any questions, please contact the post office.
Bicycles and Strollers Collected from Housing Unlabeled bicycles and strollers collected from Support Site Housing from April to September are in the MWR Warehouse parking lot, located between the carwash and the POV lot. If community members feel their item was mistakenly taken or would like to reclaim it, they can visit the parking lot to see if it is there. If located, please contact Housing’s Peter Parillo at DSN 629-4287 or 081-8114287 to reclaim the bicycles or strollers taken during the periodic collections. The ongoing effort helps clear away objects that may have been left by previous residents or otherwise abandoned. The items not reclaimed will be fixed before being donated to a charity organization.
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Adoption Awareness Fair The Fleet and Family Support Center will be hosting an Adoption Awareness Fair on Friday, Nov. 21. The fair will take place in the Support Site Fellowship Hall from 9 to 11 a.m. Five families are being sought out to participate in a videography project to share their adoption stories with our community. FFSC is looking for interested participants that are in the process, have completed the process or are just thinking about adoption, as well as those who have been adopted. If you are interested in participating, please contact Suzette Brown at DSN: 629-4113.
Now- Dec. 15: Winter Youth Cheerleading Registration Registration for Winter Youth Cheerleading Season is now open and runs through Dec. 15 for youth ages five and above. The cost is $50 per child. The season runs January to March and will be held at the Support Site. Register at the Youth Center or the Child Development Centers on weekdays from 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Registrants must provide valid proof of age, registration and CYP forms, as well as the PAYS online training certificate (mandatory for one parent in each household). Call Youth Sports at DSN 629-4729 or the Youth Center at DSN 629-4722 for more details.
Oct. 24: USO Open Mic Night Area sailors are invited to join the USO at the Old Towne Pub at Capodichino for the monthly Open Mic Night. The event starts at 8:30 p.m. and all singers, poets, comedians, musicians and entertainers are wanted for another successful evening of fun together on the stage. For more information, please contact the USO at DSN: 626-5713.
Oct. 25: AFN Recording Holiday Messages for Your Hometown In conjunction with the Hometown News Holiday Greetings Program, AFN Naples will be set up outside the Support Site NEX on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Your holiday greeting will be provided to commercial television and radio stations that broadcast in your hometown. Please have your hometown’s zip code available for AFN to properly market the message. The program is available to active duty and retired service members, their families as well as Department of Defense employees. Family members and civilians should dress appropriately and all service members must be in uniform. For more information, please call AFN at DSN 629-6906 or 081-811-6906.
Oct. 25: Annual 5K Zombie Fun Run at Carney Park Run your way through obstacles and dodge zombies without losing all your life lines (flags) at the Annual 5K Zombie Fun Run on Saturday, Oct. 25. The run will be held at Carney Park at 5:30 p.m. and is open to all ages. Packet pickup and registration begins at 4 p.m. Pre-register at the Support Site Youth Center and get a discount on the fee through Oct. 10 with a cost of $13 for adults and $8 for youth under 17 years. After that the cost will be $15 for adults and $10 for youth until Oct. 24. Last-minute registrations will also be taken on the day of the event at a cost of $15 for all ages. Participants will receive a zombie run T-shirt and a survival or infected participation medal. Volunteers are needed for zombies and make-up artists. Call Youth Sports at DSN: 629-4729 or 081-8114729 for more details.
Oct. 27: Support Site Gate Closure The Support Site main gate will be closed on Monday, Oct. 27 from 7 to 10 p.m. for preventive maintenance. The Commercial Vehicle Gate located by Housing will be used for on and off base access during this time period. Pedestrian access at the main gate will not be affected. Please contact Physical Security at DSN 626-5019 for any questions.
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Oct. 28: Mark Wills Free Show All ages are invited to an evening of great country music at the Support Site Central Park on Tuesday, Oct. 28. There will be a pre-show at 5 p.m. and Mark Wills is scheduled to be on stage at 6 p.m. for his free concert. Enjoy food and beverages on sale during the show. In case of inclement weather, the show will be held at the Naples High School gym. For more information, please call DSN 626-4898 or 081-568-4898.
Oct. 29, 30 and Nov. 13: Language Testing at the Navy College Office The Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) and the Defense Language Aptitude Battery (DLAB) will be offered on Wednesday, Oct. 29, Thursday, Oct. 30 and Thursday, Nov. 13. Seats are limited based on the number of computer workstations. Interested persons must possess an active One Net account in order to test. Visitor accounts will not allow access to the Department of Defense testing software. Please arrange with your command N6 or the installation’s N6 at DSN 314-626-1138. Please confirm you have access prior to arriving for the test. Contact the Navy College Program at DSN 626-6683 or 626-6678 to register and to obtain further instructions. Registrations cannot be accepted via email.
Oct. 31: Halloween Golf Tourney (4-person scramble) Play with your friends on a special Friday at the Carney Park golf course, beginning at noon. The cost for the 4person scramble is $25 per person, plus green fees. 100 percent of entry fees are returned to prize funds. Register by Thursday, Oct. 30. For more information, call 081526-4296.
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Oct. 31: Trick or Treating on Support Site Trick or Treating will be held for Support Site Housing members from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31. For participating residents handing out candy, please set up outside the doors of your building to help ensure the safety of the children, as well as limit the noise in the stairwells for residents who do not wish to participate.
Oct. 31: Spooktacular at the Support Site Central Park Spooktacular will be held at the Support Site Central Park from 6 to 10 p.m. for children and adults. Trick or Treating will be open to youth under 16 years old. There will also be a hayride, maze, food sales, music, haunted house, food vendors, contests and a professional photographer for a fee. The base Security policy applies for sponsoring guests for the event and patrons sponsoring guests must obtain a pass at the Housing office parking lot from 4 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 31. Admission to Spooktacular is free. For more information, call DSN: 629-4722 or 081-811-4722.
Oct. 31: Free Developmental Screenings at NES The Education & Developmental Intervention Services (EDIS) Clinic and the Child Find at the elementary school are teaming up for a community-wide developmental screening on Friday, Oct. 31. The free developmental assessment will be offered at the Naples Elementary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to see if children aged five and younger are on track in the five areas of development: communication, social-emotional, cognitive, adaptive, and physical. All children under three are eligible and children three to five of active-duty or Department of Defense employees are also eligible. Walk-ins are welcome, but to ensure a spot for your child and good use of your time, schedule an appointment by calling the EDIS Clinic at DSN 629-4676. Children can attend in costume and trick or treat at each station.
Italian News Briefs
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Compiled by Teresa Merola
Matera is Euro Capital of Culture in 2019 Crowds exploded with joy in the central square of Matera when it was announced that the city has been declared Italian host of European Capital of Culture for 2019. Matera is well known for its historical center called "Sassi" and considered World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1993. Matera beat other Italian cities such as Cagliari, Lecce, Perugia, Ravenna and Siena. According to the European Culture Commissioner Androulla Vassiliou, the designation of Matera would significantly boost the Basilicata city’s tourism.
New Changes to Help Immigrant Children Education Minister Stefania Giannini announced the plans to hire new teachers to help immigrant childrend to speak Italian language. She said the Italian language must become an instrument of integration for many foreign children that grow up in Italy. The number of babies born to foreign parents is rising in Italy while Italian couples are having fewer children. Prime Minister Matteo Renzi announced recently the government would make easier for the children of immigrants to get Italian citizenship. According to current regulations, second generation immigrants must wait until they are 18 before they can apply for Italian citizenship, despite being born in Italy. Under the new rule children, if children go to school they will be able to be granted citizenship before they become adults.
Protest in Rome Rome is expecting up to a million protesters this Saturday, according to a survey conducted for the CGIL union, said Secretary General Susanna Camusso. More than
120,000 have already booked to join the march against the government. Protesters will arrive from all over the country to join the march, asking the government to put employment at the center of its agenda, to create public and private investments, to make more stable employment contracts.
Patty Smith in Naples Patty Smith, the US rock singer will perform a concert inside the Basilica of San Giovanni Maggiore in Naples on December 9. The concert includes her best hits in acoustic version with special participation of her son playing the guitar, her daughter at the piano, and Tony Shanahan on bass guitar. The concert has been organized by the Foundation of the Order of Engineers of Naples, which aims to to make the Basilica a driving force for the revival of the ancient center of Naples with the boosting of artistic and cultural services. Part of the collection is destined to charitable initiatives for disavantages children.
Dress Code for Sardinia Church A Catholic priest in Sardinia places a dress code notice outside the church with two women dressed in different styles. The first shows a woman in a t-shirt and kneelength skirt, the second wears a short top and miniskirt. The rules are marked for no entry to those wearing sleeveless tops, plunging necklines or short skirts. The note also added that the skirt must reach the knees, otherwise the priest can throw the parish out. Conservative dress is usual for places of worship and elsewhere in Italy authorities are trying to prevent the use of immodest outfits.A court in southern Italy this year banned entry to people who wear low-cut shorts, miniskirts, and flip-flops.
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THE INSIDE PAgE… VOLUNTEERS NEEDED THE TRANSATLANTIC COUNCIL OF THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA is looking for Eagle Scouts in the Naples community to update the National Eagle Scout Association database. All Eagle Scouts, both active and not active in scouting are asked to send an email with their last name, first name, email address, hometown/community, and council/district name where they earned their Eagle rank, to Troop 007 committee chair Jeff Arter at jeffarter@hotmail.com. "Once an Eagle, always an Eagle." USO NAPLES is looking for outgoing and enthusiastic volunteers to join their committee to make a tangible difference in the community through events and special projects. If interested, please email Luisa Mazzella at luisa.mazzella@uso.it or call the USO Capodichino office at DSN 626-5713. 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. NAPLES HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB is looking for new board members. Consider offering your time to further the work of the Athletic Booster Club. The club is accepting nominations and applications for the 201415 Board. We will call for a membership-wide vote in May, with the new Board installed in June. The current board is working to have summer and fall kick off plans in place to ease the transition, as well as a healthy bank account to seed 2014-15 Wildcat Athletics. Job descriptions for president, vice president, treasurer, secretary, membership, Webmaster, publicity/marketing and spirit wear can be found at www.naplesboosterclub.com in the documents section. Please contact president@naplesboosterclub.com or membership@naplesboosterclub.com for more information. 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. 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. THE AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB (ASC) OF NAPOLI is looking for qualified coaches. Those interested in coaching should e-mail doc@ascnapoli.com.
ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON COALITION OF SAILORS AGAINST DESTRUCTIVE DECISIONS (CSADD), Naples Chapter meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. in the NSA Naples Chiefs Mess, located by the quarterdeck in Admin I. CSADD's mission is to create a culture in which our shipmates are helping shipmates maintain a course of success through good decision making. For more information, contact MC2 Ramsaran at DSN 626-5249. 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 scoutmastertroop007@gmail.com or visit these websites at https://www.facebook. com/BSATroop007; https://www.troopwebhost.org/Troop007Naples and https:/ /www. troopwebhost.org/FormHTML.aspx?site=Troop007Naples. 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. For more information, visit www.navyleague.org. 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.
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Wearing Ball Caps: What You Need to Know From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs Optional wear of the Navy and command ball caps was authorized Sept. 1 with Navy Working Uniforms (NWU) (Type I, II and III) as well as with flight suits, coveralls, Flame Resistant Variant (FRV) coveralls and the Navy physical training uniform. The Uniform Matters Office continues to receive a large number of questions and plenty of feedback on the optional wear of the Navy and command ball caps.
Hospitalman Sarah Legere aboard the U.S. 6th Fleet command ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) administers a flu vaccine to a fellow Sailor during a command-wide vaccination event. Mount Whitney, homeported in gaeta, Italy, operates with a combined crew of Sailors and Military Sealift Command civil service mariners. (Photo by MC2 Mike Wright)
Don’t Fall Victim to the Flu! From U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Public Affairs
Fall is upon us, and with falling leaves and changing colors comes this year’s flu bug! According to the Centers for Disease Control, as of Sept. 20 influenza viruses were reported worldwide and from 47 states in all 10 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regions. While this year’s influenza activity in Naples is expected to be consistent with historical rates, it is important to note that many personnel and family members are arriving to and leaving from the Naples area constantly. This may result in an increased risk of exposure due to personnel bringing the flu virus with them and spreading it as they travel in and out of different areas. Additionally, it is possible that the Naples area will see an increase in influenza cases and activity during the coming weeks as the virus continues to spread around the globe. Unlike the common cold, the flu can potentially cause severe illness or life threatening complications, particularly for certain populations, such as pregnant women, young children, the elderly, and individuals with underconditions. health lying Influenza viruses are spread from person to person through respiratory droplets of coughs and sneezes. The two most effec-
tive ways to help control the spread of the flu are covering your nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing and frequently washing hands thoroughly with soap and water or hand sanitizer. Prevention is key, and the most effective way to prevent the flu is by receiving the influenza vaccine. Influenza immunizations are mandatory for all uniformed personnel. Immunization is also mandatory for Department of Defense (DoD) civilian healthcare personnel working in military healthcare facilities. All other civilians and beneficiaries are highly encouraged to receive the vaccine. Two forms of influenza vaccine will be distributed by the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples this year: An inactivated vaccine, given by intramuscular injection (shot) and a live, attenuated (weakened) vaccine sprayed into the nose. It is important to note that the viruses in a flu shot are inactivated, so you can’t get the flu from taking the vaccine. You can suffer soreness, redness where the shot was given, and experience a low-grade fever or aches. The nasal spray, also known as the Flu Mist, has weakened viruses that do not cause severe symptoms. Side effects could include runny nose, headache, sore throat, and cough. Studies have shown that both the in-
jectable vaccine and the intranasal vaccine are safe and effective in preventing influenza. Additionally, the make-up of this year’s vaccine is different from last year’s vaccine and is targeting three to four separate influenza virus strains, depending on whether you receive the shot or the Flu Mist. Flu season officially kicked off in October, but the CDC recommends receiving vaccines as early as possible. The U.S. Naval Hospital received its allotment of flu vaccine and vaccinated our health care workers, who are at the front lines of influenza care. Active duty and essential civilian personnel who are soon deploying and those individuals deemed to be “high risk” due to a medical condition also received their vaccine early in the vaccination schedule. General vaccination of all other beneficiaries, to include family members, began Oct. 20. For more information regarding the flu vaccine, please contact the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Preventive Medicine department at DSN 629-6299 or 081-811-6299. You can also follow us on Facebook at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples for updates on vaccination times and locations.
Based on your questions, here are the top five things you need to know about wearing ball caps: 1. The Navy ball cap is a seabag-issued item first received by Sailors at boot camp. Replacements can be purchased using the annual clothing replacement allowance for enlisted E1-E6 personnel. It is considered the property of the Sailor upon purchase. 2. The command ball cap is organizational clothing procured by the command (supply officer buys them using operating target funds) and issued to the Sailor by their assigned command. Sailors may purchase command ball caps with their personal funds, just as they purchase command badges, patches, belt buckles, and other permissible uniform items. However, since the command ball cap is not a seabag item, Sailors cannot be required to purchase it. 3. If a Sailor is authorized to wear NWUs out in town, he or she may wear the Navy or command ball cap. Ball caps may be worn with civilian clothes provided they do not have rank insignia or command titles reflected (i.e. CO, XO, CMC, CHENG, OPS, DECK LCPO, etc.). Command ball caps may substitute the Navy logo with the command name and logo and a Sailor's last name can be embroidered centered on the back of the cap in command colors. The ball cap is made of standard navy blue wool, synthetic, or blended fabric. 4. Commands may prescribe the eight-point cover with the NWUs for Sailors in formation at a ceremony or formal occasion. In this case, the ball cap shouldn't be worn. 5. The Navy and command ball caps may be worn with the NWU, Navy flight suits, navy blue coveralls, flame resistant coveralls, and the Navy physical training uniform. For more information on uniform regulations and a list of FAQs relating to the ball caps, visit the Uniform Matters Office website at: http:// www.public. navy.mil/BUPERS-NPC/SUPPORT/UNIFORMS/Pages/ FAQs.aspx. Email umo_cmc@navy.mil for feedback on uniform matters and usnpeople@gmail.com for feedback on other personnel matters.
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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. All classes require registration.
Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus holds an all-hands call at the Marine Corps Air ground Combat Center. While at the command, Mabus received briefs on green energy, recycling and water conservation initiatives and the training conducted on base. (Photo by MC2 Armando Gonzales)
CNIC Promotes Energy Action Month From Navy Installations Command Public Affairs Energy Action Month is here and Navy Installations Command (NIC) is committed to doing its part. With more than 80,000 facilities and nearly two million acres of land to support the fleet’s Sailors and families, shore installations play a vital role in energy conservation. Sailors and civilians worldwide are helping make Navy facilities and infrastructure more energy efficient and are increasing the use of alternative and renewable energy. Energy is a strategic resource and to best meet the NIC mission, leadership and staffs are reaffirming their commitment to continue awareness in conserving energy. "It is the right thing to do," said Cmdr. Jay Cavnar, NIC's energy branch head. "Every kilowatt-hour, BTU (British Thermal Unit) or gallon of fuel that we can avoid using - while still meeting our full mission - allows us to stretch limited resources for mission success." Throughout the month of October installations and regional commands are doing their part to contribute to this month's
focus, and hope to extend this call to action into a year round effort. "Observing where we may become more energy efficient throughout the year to support our operations around the world is vitally important to improving fleet readiness," said Lt. Cmdr. Gareth Montgomery, an energy action officer for NIC. "Improved readiness and efficiency means better operational capability for the warfighter." According to Sandrine Schultz, NIC's energy program manager, "We must monitor our energy consumption closely to gather actionable information required to implement cost-effective energy initiatives across all Navy installations." Resources for more information on energy efficiency may be found on the Navy Installations Command website http://cnic.navy.mil/energy and Facebook pages including www.facebook.com/ navybrite. The Navy's website http://greenfleet.dodlive.mil/ energy/energywarrior also offers a free Energy Warrior app, which allows individuals to view videos and discover what Sailors, civilians, and others are doing to lead change and increase combat capability.
USS Mount Whitney Arrives in Romania By MC3 Daniel Schumacher
The U.S. 6th Fleet command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) arrived in Constanta, Romania, for a scheduled port visit, Oct. 20. Mount Whitney’s visit to Romania reaffirms to NATO allies that the U.S. Navy shares a commitment to strengthening ties while working toward mutual goals of promoting peace and stability in the Black Sea region. “The crew of the Mount Whitney is very excited to have the opportunity to further strengthen the relationship with our Romanian NATO allies. It makes me proud to know that my Sailors are excited about their port-call in Romania, and I am excited to have the opportunity to get
• Oct 27, Make an Italian Dessert, Mon, 11: a.m. to 1 p.m., (Carpool – Meeting Point is inside Support Site TLA Lobby) Note: Cost is Euro 6,00 to be paid at the store. Requires prior purchase of 2 E1 bus tickets at NEX Coffee Shop • Oct 27, Home Buying, Mon, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Oct 27-31, S.A.P.R. Victim Advocate Training, Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Oct 28, Relaxation Techniques for Labor and Delivery, Tue, 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Oct 30, S.A.P.R. Command Liaison Training, Thu, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Oct 31, Botanical Gardens, Fri, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., (Leaves from Capo – Meeting Point is at McDonald’s Café next to Naples airport) • Nov. 3: Prenatal Parenting: Nutrition, Fetal & Child Development, and Labor & Delivery, Mon, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Support Site FFSC (1 of 4 Sessions) • Nov. 3 – Nov. 7: Transition GPS Workshop: Pre-Separation, Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Nov. 3: Easy Italian, Mon 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC (1 of 3) • Nov. 4: Hand Gestures, Tue, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Nov. 6: Free Ceramic Lesson, Thu, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Carpool from Support Site – Meeting Point is inside TLA Lobby. • Nov. 6: Gricignano Market, Thu, 9 a.m. to 11 am. , Carpool from Support Site – Meeting Point is inside TLA Lobby. • Nov. 6: Credit Management, Thu, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Nov. 7: I.A. Discussion Group, Fri, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Nov. 10: Prenatal Parenting: Nutrition, Fetal & Child Development, and Labor & Delivery, Mon, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Support Site FFSC (2 of 4 Sessions) • Nov. 12: Visit a Fresh Pasta Store, Wed, 10:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Carpool from Support Site – Meeting Point is inside TLA Lobby .
Energy Conservation Energy Action Month From the NSA Naples Energy Management Team
October marks Energy Action Month. This month is designed to promote energy and water conservation practices throughout the Federal government. The goal is to not only raise awareness but also take action by showing the Federal government will play an important role as the nation shifts toward more clean energy. Federal employees have the power to make the transition to clean energy a reality. Some simple tips to save energy include: - Turn computer monitors off at night and during the day when they aren’t being used for extended periods of time. - Get into the habit of turning off lights when you leave the room. - When weather permits, open windows to take the place of air conditioning. Turn off window air conditioners when you leave a room for several hours.
Crime Report for Oct. 15 - 21 From the NSA Naples Command Investigative Division and NCIS
The U.S. 6th Fleet command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) pulls in to the port of Constanta, Romania. Mount Whitney is conducting naval operations with allies and regional partners in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in order to advance security and stability in Europe. (Photo by MC3 Robert S. Price)
to share our two different cultures together.” – Command Master Chief Matt Dickinson, USS Mount Whitney. Mount Whitney’s visit to Romania will give the crew the opportunity to
engage with their Romanian counterparts in more than just an operational capacity. Sailors will also build understanding and strengthen bonds between U.S. and Romanian servicemembers.
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Sixty plus preschoolers and ten Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart, Carinaro, Italy, posed for a photo with the Navy and Marine Corps Team from USS Bataan (LHD-5) during the community service on Columbus Day weekend Oct. 13 at the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart, Carinaro, Italy.
Navy and Marine Corps Team from USS Bataan (LHD-5) had unique responsibility such as cleaning the hard-to-reach dusty statues of angels and crucifix inside the nuns’ chapel during the community service on Columbus Day weekend Oct. 13 at the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart, Carinaro, Italy.
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They cleared the garden area of debris and dead leaves. Some worked inside the hundred-year-old-church where a handful of the significant relics of San Gennaro, Naples’ Patron Saint, are displayed. Owens led the Carinaro community service project, the second group of Bataan volunteers. One of their main missions was to set-up the 48 play mats purchased by the U.S. Sixth Fleet public affairs office. The U.S. Marines, led by Abe Gramata, retired master chief and Defense Logistics Agency employee, trimmed the overgrown citrus tree branches. The Sailors led by Mark Ludington, U.S. Air Force retired and USO Naples volunteer, did an cleaned the church’s upper room. Others had unique responsibility such as cleaning the hard-to-reach dusty statues of angels and crucifix inside the nuns’ chapel. Some Sailors helped the nuns feeding the children during lunch. Every one enjoyed playing with the sixty plus three to six year old children on their brand-new new play mats. Chaplain Owens commented, “As a chaplain, I often witness a transformation in attitude among each member as they see firsthand how their contribution bears fruit. It was encouraging to see young Sailors and Marines playing with children. Smiles overshadowed any language barrier that existed beforehand. As expressions of gratitude poured over the day, everyone left his or her post feeling complete as they had made the right choice in volunteering.” The two simultaneous Bataan community relations projects made a difference in the lives of San Gennaro Church Franciscan Friars, staff, volunteers, Pozzuoli’s homeless and disadvantaged, children and their parents in Carinaro and the aging Franciscan nuns. The recipients of the good deeds, were very happy. For the Franciscan priests and sisters, the gift of time and play mats was an answer to prayers. A Global Force for Good indeed!
Seven U.S. Marine Corps servicemembers who were embarked on board USS Bataan (LHD-5), volunteered during COMREL Project Oct. 13 at the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart, Carinaro, Italy. The leathernecks trimmed ornamental and citrus trees under the supervision of Sister Nelly, a Franciscan Sister, and retired Master Chief Abe gramata and Defense Logistics Agency employee.
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)
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5 Things Sailors Need to Know About Social Media, Phishing and Security By U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/U.S. 10th Fleet Public Affairs
As the U.S. Navy remains ever vigilant, recent media reports have highlighted potential risk from information carelessly or inadvertently shared on social media. There has also been a steady stream of reporting on criminal and other malevolent cyber actors who seek information using hoax emails, also known as phishing, to gain access to finances or other sensitive information. Safety and security are always the highest priority for the Navy and therefore the recent reports on social media risks and new or recycled phishing scams do not necessarily mean there is an increased threat. The Navy, however, can never let its guard down. Private, personal, and sensitive information could become available to adversaries or criminals via social media or phishing if service members and their families do not practice operations security (OPSEC). (Photo by Amy Guckeen Tolson)
Veterinary Service change From the Naples Veterinary Treatment Facility Naples Veterinary Services Veterinary Treatment Facility (VTF) would like to make an announcement regarding recent changes to our services and prices. Over the past several years Army veterinary care has expanded from vaccination and deworming clinics to comprehensive disease prevention with early diagnosis of problems and appropriate treatment. Veterinary treatment facilities have become hospitals designed to take care of all your pets' health needs. In support of our transformation we have hired more veterinary health care
providers to expand our services and ensure your pet is receiving the individual attention he/she deserves. Recently we have also implemented the use of ROVR, our remote online veterinary record. This electronic medical record will track the health of your pet throughout its life, even as you PCS from assignment to assignment! ROVR will also allow veterinary experts to monitor animal diseases that can pose a threat to public health (zoonotic diseases), which will help us protect you and your family. We are re-structuring some of our fees to support these expanded services. While we strive to keep our prices as low as possible, we must generate enough
revenue to cover our operating costs. We know your pets are an integral part of your family and supporting their health is of the utmost importance to us. We are committed to the health of your pet and we will continue to provide you and your animal family member with the valuable veterinary care that you have grown to expect from us. Major changes effective Oct. 20: 1. Doctor wellness exam fees have increased from $25 per pet to $35. 2. PCS health certificate exams are now at full cost ($35 per pet). 3. Pricing has increased for all retail items (prescription foods, flea/tick preventives, heartworm preventives, shampoos, etc). Effective Nov. 1 for approximately 3-6 months: 1. No anesthetic procedures will be performed at our VTF, or any others in the European Region. This includes any procedure requiring general anesthesia, for example: spay, neuter, declaw, mass removal, dental cleanings, etc. 2. The VTF will now be closed on Thursdays as well as the last business day of each month. Our new hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience or hardship this may cause our clients. Please feel free to contact us by phone at DSN 629-7913 or 081-811-7913 with any questions or concerns. The Chief of Naples Veterinary Services, Public Health Command District-Southern Europe, is Capt. Lauren White. The VTF non-commissioned officer in charge is Sgt. Alexander Pattin.
To avoid disclosing private, banking, and other sensitive information publicly via social media, Sailors should keep in mind the following five things: 1. Never share anything online you would not tell directly to the enemy. 2. Never post private or personal information. 3. Assume any information you share electronically will be made public. 4. Phishing scams tend to have common characteristics that make them easy to identify: * Spelling and punctuation errors. * Scare tactics to entice a target to provide personal information or follow links. * Sensational subject lines to entice targets to click on attached links or provide personal information. * Include a redirect to malicious URL's which require you input usernames and passwords to access. * Try to appear genuine by using legitimate operational terms, key words and accurate personal information. * Fake or unknown sender. 5. When in doubt about a suspicious email from a supposed bank, call your financial institutions or check with your command Information Assurance (IA) lead. Your command IA can also assist with other types of suspicious email. The Naval OPSEC Support Team, part of Navy Information Operations Command Norfolk, highlights "Knowledge is power - for both you and the adversary," and advises: * Understand the value of your information. * Be suspicious of unsolicited phone calls, online requests, or emails. * Be suspicious when information about you and your family is requested. * Always ask yourself, do they have the "need to know?" Ensure OPSEC is a way of life, 24/7/365. Navy leaders should remind Sailors and their families to assess how they use social media with OPSEC in mind -- and the need to best protect themselves, their loved ones, and all with whom they serve. It is everyone's responsibility help keep Sailors, civilians, and families safe by not sharing personal or sensitive military information in email or in any online environment.
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M ORE I NSIDE PAGE … ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON 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. 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. 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 626-5382. 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. 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 328-194-6897 or naplesadventistsgroup@yahoo.com. CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB unites families with children from newborn to preschool age within the Naples military community. Club events include monthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craft activities and more. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/ Connect-the-Tots-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 342010-6263. GAETA/NAPLES AREA GIRL SCOUTS Now accepting registration for the 201213 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 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 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 081-811-4682 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.
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Friday, Oct. 24 The Book of Life, PG Alexander the Terrible, Horrible, No Good Very Bad Day, PG Gone Girl, R The Maze Runner, PG13, Premiere Showing
Saturday, Oct. 25 3 p.m. The Boxtrolls, PG, 3D 4 p.m. The Book of Life, PG 6 p.m. The Maze Runner, PG-13 7:30 p.m. This is Where I Leave You, R 8:30 p.m. The Equalizer, R
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Sunday, Oct. 26 The Book of Life, PG The Maze Runner, PG-13 Fury, R The Equalizer, R Monday, Oct. 27 Closed, No Movies
Tuesday, Oct. 28 Closed, No Movies Wednesday, Oct. 29 4:30 p.m. Dracula Untold, PG-13 6 p.m. A Walk Among the Tombstones, R 7 p.m. Chef, R, Last Showing Thursday, Oct. 30 4:30 p.m. Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good Very Bad Day, PG 6:30 p.m. The Maze Runner, PG-13 7 p.m. Gone Girl, R, Last Showing 4:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 31 No Good Deed, PG-13 Dracula Untold, PG-13 A Walk Among the Tombstones, R Annabelle, R, Premiere Showing
Movie Descriptions HE MAZE RUNNER, PG-13, Cast: Dylan O'Brien, Kaya Scodelario, Aml Ameen, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Will Poulter. Action/Adventure, 113 min. When Thomas wakes up trapped in a massive maze with a group of other boys, he has no memory of the outside world other than strange dreams about a mysterious organization known as W.C.K.D. Only by piecing together fragments of his past with clues he discovers in the maze can Thomas hope to uncover his true purpose and a way to escape.
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HE BOXTROLLS, PG, Cast: Ben Kingsley, Toni Collette,Elle Fanning,Isaac Hempstead-Wright, Jared Harris. Animation, 100 min. The Boxtrolls, a community of quirky, mischievous creatures, have lovingly raised an orphaned human boy named Eggs in the amazing cavernous home they've built beneath the streets of Cheesebridge. When the town's villain, Archibald Snatcher, comes up with a plot to get rid of the Boxtrolls, Eggs decides to venture above ground, "into the light," where he meets and teams up with fabulously feisty Winnifred. Together, they devise a daring plan to save Eggs' family.
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URY, R, Cast: Brad Pitt, Logan Lerman, Shia LaBeouf, Jon Bernthal, Michael Pea. War/ Action, 120 min. April, 1945. As the Allies make their final push in the European Theatre, a battle-hardened army sergeant named Wardaddy commands a Sherman tank and her five-man crew on a deadly mission behind enemy lines. Outnumbered and outgunned, and with a rookie soldier thrust into their platoon, Wardaddy and his men face overwhelming odds in their heroic attempts to strike at the heart of Nazi Germany.
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HE BOOK OF LIFE, PG, Cast: Diego Luna, Channing Tatum, Zo Saldana, Ice Cube, Ron Perlman. Animation, 120 min. This film is a vibrant fantasy-adventure, tells the legend of Manolo, a conflicted hero and dreamer who sets off on an epic quest through magical, mythical and wondrous worlds in order to rescue his one true love and defend his village.
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HIS IS WHERE I LEAVE YOU, R, Cast: Tina Fey, Jason Bateman, Adam Driver, Rose Byrne, Timothy Olyphant. Comedy, 103 min. The Altman family doesn't get along, and they haven't all been together in years. But when the patriarch dies, the whole clan is expected to fulfill his final wish and sit Shiva for him for an entire week. Now newly divorced, newly jobless Judd Altman has to travel home to face his dysfunctional family, including his hot-to-trot psychiatrist mom, his sarcastic older brother, his unhappy sister and his too-perfect younger brother in an effort to see if family bonds will prevent them from killing one another.
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HEF, R, Cast: Jon Favreau, Sofia Vergara, John Leguizamo, Bobby Cannavale, Dustin Hoffman. Comedy, 115 min. Chef Carl Casper suddenly quits his job at a prominent Los Angeles restaurant after refusing to compromise his creative integrity for its controlling owner; he is left to figure out what's next. Finding himself in Miami, he teams up with his exwife, his friend and his son to launch a food truck. Taking to the road, Chef Carl goes back to his roots to reignite his passion for the kitchen -- and zest for life and love.
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Upcoming USO Tours Capodichino Office 081-568-5713 Support Site Office 081-811-4903 www.uso.it
TOURS OPEN TO BOTH U.S. MILITARy AND NATO I.D. CARD HOLDERS USO DAILY TOURS Oct. 25 Olive Oil Tasting and Lunch in Benevento...............................€45 Oct. 26 The Angel Caves of Pertosa ..€45 Oct. 31 Wine and Dine in the Cave “Halloween” ..................€45 Nov. 1 Grand Tour of Mt. Vesuvius ..€59 Nov. 2 The Hidden Treasures of Herculaneum .........................€19 Nov. 7 Wine and Dine in a Neapolitan Tavern ..............€42 WEEKEND TOURS Nov. 26-30 Thanksgiving in Barcelona . . . . . . . . . . .€476 Dec. 11-14 Christmas Markets of Northern Italy . .€349 Dec. 24-25 Christmas in Rome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .€187 Dec. 30 - Jan 3 New Years in Prague . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .€843
No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies
WALK AMONG THE TOMBSTONES, R, Cast: Liam Neeson, Ruth Wilson, Dan Stevens, Sebastian Roch, Mark Consuelos. Suspense/Thriller, 114 min. Formerly a detective with the NYPD, now a recovering alcoholic haunted by regrets, Matt Scudder has a lot to make up for. When a series of kidnappings targeting the city's worst drug criminals escalates to grisly murder, the circuit's ruthless leader convinces Scudder to find the culprits and bring them to bloody justice. Working as an unlicensed private detective, Matt sees what the police don't see and treads where they most fear to. Operating just outside the law to track down the monsters responsible, Scudder stops just short of becoming one himself.
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LEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, Horrible, No Good Very Bad Day, PG, Cast: Steve Carell, Jennifer Garner, Dylan Minnette, Kerris Dorsey, Ed Oxenbould. Suspense/Thriller, 114 min. Follows the exploits of 11-year-old Alexander as he experiences the most terrible day of his young life-a day that begins with gum stuck in his hair, followed by one calamity after another. But when Alexander tells his upbeat family about the misadventures of his disastrous day, he finds little sympathy and begins to wonder if bad things only happen to him. He soon learns that he's not alone when his brother, sister, mom and dad all find themselves living through their own terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. Anyone who says there is no such thing as a bad day just hasn't had one.
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RACULA UNTOLD, PG-13, Cast: Luke Evans, Sarah Gadon, Diarmaid Murtagh, Dominic Cooper. Action/Adventure 85 min. Explores the origin of Dracula, weaving vampire mythology with the true history of Prince Vlad the Impaler, depicting Dracula as a flawed hero in a tragic love story set in a dark age of magic and war.
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ONE GIRL, R, Cast: Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike, Neil Patrick Harris, Missi Pyle, Kim Dickens. Suspense/Thriller, 145 min. This film unearths the secrets at the heart of a modern marriage. On the occasion of his fifth wedding anniversary, Nick Dunne reports that his beautiful wife, Amy, has gone missing. Under pressure from the police and a growing media frenzy, Nick's portrait of a blissful union begins to crumble. Soon his lies, deceits and strange behavior have everyone asking the same dark question: Did Nick Dunne kill his wife?
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HE EQUALIZER, R, Cast: Denzel Washington, Marton Csokas, Chloë Grace Moretz. Action/Thriller, 132 min. A man believes he has put his mysterious past behind him and has dedicated himself to beginning a new, quiet life. But when he meets a young girl under the control of ultra-violent Russian gangsters, he can't stand idly by - he has to help her.
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Naples Celebrates Navy’s Birthday
The color guard parade the colors during the opening ceremony of the Naples Area Navy Ball at Marina di Castello Resort. (Photo by MC3 Luis R. Chavez Jr.)
Adm. Mark Ferguson, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, participates in the Navy tradition of the oldest and youngest Sailors cutting the ceremonial cake during the Naples Area Navy Ball. (Photo by MC3 Luis R. Chavez Jr.)
The color guard presents the colors during the opening ceremony of the Naples Area Navy Ball at Marina di Castello Resort. (Photo by MC3 Luis R. Chavez Jr.)
Attendees prepare for the opening ceremony of the Naples Area Navy Ball at the Marina di Castello Resort. (Photo by MCSN Mat Murch)
Attendees of the Naples Area Navy Ball gather before the opening ceremony at the Marina di Castello Resort. (Photo by MCSN Mat Murch)
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In the Spotlight
Navy's New CAP Policy From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
HN DAWID PANYSZAK Hospitalman Dawid Panyszak grew up in Poland and moved to New Jersey at the age of 19 with his mother. After joining the Navy and completing Hospital Corpsman school he was assigned to U.S. Naval Hospital Naples, Italy. He enjoyed working in the Staff Education and Training Department for his first year at the hospital and was recently transferred to the Physical Therapy Clinic. In the Physical Therapy Clinic he provides outstanding customer service on a day-to-day basis performing front desk duties and providing rehabilitative therapy treatments for active duty and their dependents. You may see him at the front gate of Support Site where several days a month he works alongside security for the base. He loves traveling around Europe, experiencing the culture and everything the continent has to offer. Italy is the perfect home for Panysak as soccer is his favorite sport! He enjoys every aspect of the game, whether it be participating or being a spectator, and he is a proud member of the base team. His future goals are to continue serving in the United States Navy and later pursue a career in law enforcement.
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• Beginning Oct. 1, CAP will shift from a calendar year program to a fiscal year program, with the period of observance from Oct. 1 through Sept. 30. The updated policy incorporates a CAP season, July 1 to Sept. 30. The CAP season is the only the time when commands can advance eligible Sailors under CAP.
Earlier this year, the Chief of Naval Personnel announced updates to the Command Advancement Program (CAP) for active component (AC) and Reserve component (RC) and a shift from a calendar to a fiscal year timeline for CAP and Navy Recruiter Meritorious Advancement Program (NRMAP), starting Oct. 1. These changes are based on Fleet feedback, empower the command triad to advance their top Sailors and are in alignment with ongoing performance-based initiatives. CAP and NRMAP are intended to reward sustained superior performance, providing command triads further opportunities to advance their top Sailors. Quotas for CAP and NRMAP for eligible commands will be listed in a NAVADMIN that will be posted on www.npc.navy.mil.
• COs continue to have the authority to set CAP performance standards and select their best Sailors. The Combat Meritorious Advancement program remains unchanged.
Here are a few things you need to know about CAP: • CAP continues to provide commanding officers with the authority to advance eligible rated Sailors in recognition of their superior performance in paygrades E3, E4 and E5 to the next higher paygrade.
• For Fiscal Year 2015, there will be a hold on CAP for Selected Reserve Sailors due to reductions in end strength and over-manning in multiple rates. For more news from Chief of Naval Personnel, visit www.navy.mil/ local/cnp/.
• The CAP season aligns with the Navy-wide advancement examination cycles, which allows CAP to be factored in when determining the number of advancement quotas each cycle. The CAP data helps to minimize over promotions thus ensuring future advancement opportunity exists.
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U.S. Naval Hospital Naples celebrated their first Annual Customer Service Week, Oct. 9. Activities included a Customer Service Essay Contest, Customer Service Fair, an Excellence in Customer Service Award, and a cake-cutting ceremony. American Red Cross and Ombudsmen were honored for the hours they volunteer assisting our customers and staff. Pictured are volunteers Cyndi Arnold and Maria Marioni, customer relations officer, Merri Bair, and Capt. Barth Merrill, commanding officer of U.S. Naval Hospital Naples, Italy. (Photo by HN Andrew Durbin)
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Developmental Screening for Young Children By Cynthia Gracianette, Ph. D. EDIS Director
Most children follow a normal developmental "path." A child typically walks between 9 and 15 months. Their first word is at about one year of age. A two year old begins to assert themselves and becomes more independent. A three year old begins to demonstrate increased balance and learns to hop and climb stairs. They are also able to draw a circle. Four year olds should be toilet trained, dressing and feeding themselves. They should also be clear in their speech. Many parents worry about whether or not their child is "coming along" all right. There are specialists within the Naples community who can help ease some of these worries. These specialists will conduct a community screening Oct. 31 at the Naples Elementary School. If your child has not reached school age, he or she may be eligible for a free developmental assessment. The initial assessment is a quick screening to determine if there is a problem in one or more of five developmental areas (communication, social-emotional, cognitive, adaptive, and physical). Parents can complete a quick screening to see if their child is "on track." All children under 3 are eligible and children 3-5 years old who are working with the U.S. military (active duty, Department of Defense) are eligible as well. Developmental screenings or evaluations do not predict a child's intelligence or how well they will do in school. The primary purpose of these assessments is to let parents and professionals know if a child is showing typical development. If a child obtains a "normal"
score, it means that he or she is meeting their major developmental milestones as expected. Normal encompasses a broad range. For example, most children walk between 9 and 15 months. If a child walks at 9 months that does not necessarily imply "better" development than if he or she walks at 12 months or at 14 months. If, however, a child obtains a score significantly below the average, then that is of concern and they may benefit from services. Federal Law has set up guidelines to determine if a child qualifies for federally funded services. To be eligible for these federal services, a child must demonstrate a 20 percent delay in two or more areas or a 25 percent delay in one area. Also if a child is considered “high risk”, the federal law allows for the child to receive services, for example, if the child was born premature. If a child qualifies for services and the parents want services, the family will work with a professional to develop a service plan for the child. If the child is over 3 years of age, then the school will help develop an Individual Education Plan for the child to support their development. If the child is not yet three, then an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) will be made. To learn more about your child’s development, plan to come to the Community Screening at the elementary school Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome, but to ensure a spot for your child and good use of your time, schedule an appointment by calling EDIS at DSN 629-4676.
Navy Ends Standard Transfer Orders From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs
-- The Navy announced the cancellation of Standard Transfer Orders (STO) and the establishment of the Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS) order writing module in a message Oct. 17. According to NAVADMIN 244/14, the NSIPS module must be used for all orders for transferring Sailors for unit moves, unit decommissionings, Base Realignment and Closure moves, Overseas Tour Extension Incentive Program, and enlisted separations and retirements. All other Permanent Change of Station orders will be written by Navy Personnel Command through the appropriate detailer. Commanding officers and officers-in-charge cannot write orders allocating NPC funds unless they use the NSIPS module, the message states. Units that are not supported by a Personnel Support Detachment (PSD) or a Customer Service Detachment (CSD) have until Oct. 31 to start using the NSIPS order writing module. PSD/CSDs will not process STOs after Sept. 30. Some ships are exempt from the transition while NSIPS upgrades are taking place. They are: * All CVNs * USS FRANK CABLE (AS 40) * USS EMORY S. LAND (AS 39) * USS MOUNT WHITNEY (LCC 20) For more information, view the message at www.npc.navy.mil.
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 Tiziana Petrarca, RLSO EURAFSWA liaison advisor, at 081-5684639 for more information.
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NATO Defence College Rome Middle East Faculty Visited JFC Naples Story and photo from JFC Naples Public Affairs
On Oct. 13, students of the NATO Defence College Rome Middle East Faculty, as part of the NATO Regional Cooperation Course, conducted a visit to JFC Naples to enrich their understanding of multinational operations in an Operational level Joint Force Command Headquarters. This event was led by the JFC Naples J9 Military Partnership Branch as part of their
NATO Defence College Rome Middle East Faculty students and NATO personnel attended a briefing and tour of JFC Naples. This visit helped promote multinational relations.
Partnership for Peace activities. The delegation was led by the Commander of the NATO Defence School, Maj.Gen. Janusz Bojarski, Polish Air Force. During their short but informative
visit, the delegation was briefed on a series of topics including; Command Briefing, Partnership Briefing including Objective Based Engagement and received updates on the Middle East and North Africa. The
visit concluded with a tour of the base. The NRCC is the Alliance’s major educational outreach contribution to Mediterranean Dialogue and the countries and partners of the Istanbul
Cooperation Initiative, including those partners from the broader region of the Middle East. As such, this strategic level course is distinctly different from other NATO Defence College courses.
Ty'Rick Riggins (7), Naples High school quarterback, is shielded by Chris greene (33) as he moves down the field. Riggins rushed for 207 yards and 4 touchdowns. Chris greene contributed 150 yards and another touchdown. Turon Palmer led the defense with 10 tackles. Naples won the Quarter-finals against Rota on Saturday 34 to 18 and will advance to the semi-final against Hohenfels this Saturday. (Photo by Lelia Thorpe)
From left back (counter clockwise) Brandon Oestereicher (15), Nick Sherer (13), Lindsey Sharp (11), Alex Ruppe (8), Sean Quirk (11), John Ruppe (10). (Photo by Mike Sharp)
Naples tiger Sharks Making Waves By Jennifer Sharp
The Columbus Day Weekend was filled with some good competition in the waters of sunny Sigonella. 150 swimmers from Naples, Sigonella, Aviano, Vicenza, and Stuttgart competed in this two day event. On Saturday, the swimmers raced for team points with three individual events and two teamrelays. On Sunday, swimmers entered a pentathlon competing for the lowest combined time in five individual events: the individual medley, butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle. This meet included some of the best from the EFSL competing head to head early in the season. A great opportunity to size up the competition and set goals as all swimmers compete to qualify for Championships in Eindhoven, Netherlands Feb. 28 and March 1, 2014. “I like the Double Dip meet because it is our second time competing down in Sigonella this season, and it gives me the opportunity to see how Sigonella has been training in comparison with our training since the last time we competed. Sigonella has a lot of young new swimmers who have really come along since the last meet, so we need to continue to stay focused and working smart in the pool,” says Coach Jane Higgins. “Swimming at Sigonella is something our Team, Coaches and I truly look forward to! The relationship with their swimmers and parents goes way beyond any rivalry. Sigonella Swim Team and Families are truly a class act!” said Naples Tiger Shark and EFSL President Dave Snodgrass.
This was the first meet for 13 NTS, with 5 being their first time competing with the team. On the second day 84% of the team continued to set Personal Bests. Scores for the meet on Saturday were Naples 926; Sigonella 797; Stuttgart 464; Vicenza 161; Aviano 150. “The team really stepped up to the blocks and left it all in the pool for the first back to back meet of the swim season. They swam each event like it was their first event of the day. Eighty four percent of the team came back on Sunday setting new Personal Bests in one or more of their five events. Four swimmers dropped time in all 5 events on Sunday; Max Milton, Sean Quirk, Nick Sherer, and Lauren Snodgrass,” reported Coach Jane Higgins. Pentathlon Results-Combined Events 1st Place-Alex Ruppe (8), John Ruppe (10), Lindsey Sharp (11), Sean Quirk (11), Nick Sherer (13), Brandon Oestereicher (15), 2nd Place-Ashley Snodgrass (9), Jordan Traucht (9), Lauren Snodgrass (10), Stephen Traucht (12), Max Milton (15), Zachary Oestereicher (17) 3rd Place-Brendan Smith (11), Trenton Butler (12), Francis Carlos (15), Reagan Butler (17) 4th Place-Leslie Traucht (10), Kathryn Kanak (12), Brendan Roberts (12), Houlton McGuinn (13), Christopher Kanak (15) 5th Place-Maria Sherer (10), Callie Van Dyke (12), Andre Carlos (12), Nathan Traucht (14), Sydney Bidwell (16) 6th Place-Drake McGuinn (11), Ingrid Bidwell (15).
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Jobs
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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 081-5685409. 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 at the HRO Website: http://cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/Jobs.html Applications are accepted at the Security Pass and ID Office at Capodichino, or at the HRO, located in Admin 1, Capodichino, or by mailing to: HRO, PSC 817 Box 29, FPO AE 09622, or at Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) located on the TLA first floor, at Support Site. HRO must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement. 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 OCT. 30 Supervisory Recreation Specialist, GS-0188-09, ANN#EUR15943443-AG, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Inspector General, GS-1801-14, ANN#EUR15-925839KB, Full Time Permanent Environmental Engineer, GS0819-12, ANN#EUR15-959641-AV, Full Time Permanent Interdisciplinary Engineer (Multiple Positions), GS-08XX13, ANN#EUR15-958674-AV, Full Time Permanent CLOSING NOV. 6 Lead Housing Management Specialist, GS-1173-09, ANN# EUR15-870820-AG-R1, Full Time Permanent Housing Manager, GS-1173-09, ANN#EUR15-952666-AG, Full Time Permanent CBA Coordinator, GS-0301-07 KPP 09 or GS-0301-09, ANN# EUR15-959718-EG, Full Time Permanent Supervisory Future Plans Specialist, GS-0301-14, ANN#EUR15962375-EG, Full Time Permanent Operations Research Analyst, GS-1515-13, ANN#EUR15-963912EG, Full Time Permanent Contract & Grant Specialist, GS1102-12, ANN#EUR15-963881-EG, Full Time Permanent CANCELLED Management Assistant (O/A), GS-0344-07, EUR14-898176-EG, Full Time Temporary IT Project Manager(APPSW), GS-2210-12, EUR14-797788-EG, Full Time Temporary
LOCAL NATIONAL (LN) POSITIONS CLOSING NOV. 6 Administrative Assistant (O/A), Ua-0303-05, ANN# 31940-953465AG, Full Time Permanent "If you have any questions, contact the front desk at 626-5409 or 081568-5409. You can also contact the HRO Naples helpdesk at: http://cnic.navy.mil/Europe/Abou t/Jobs/AboutWorkingHere/index.h tm. You will be contacted within 24 hours, so please be sure to provide
your contact information. Thank you and we appreciate your input, whether negative or positive so that we can find ways to improve the HRO services, or continue to provide excellent service. As a reminder, an HRO Representative is available for the bi-weekly "Meet & Greet" at the NSA, Support Site Base, Navy Exchange Food Court area from 0800 to 0900. Please feel free to come by, pick up a copy of a vacancy announcement that you may be interested in applying for, or ask questions. If the HRO representative is unable to provide you a response, he/she will bring the question back to the HRO office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The next "Meet & Greet" is from 8-9 a.m. 03 NOV 14.
NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: http://www.cnic.navy. mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/ jobs.html. The necessary application forms are also available on line. For any questions you have you may reach us at 081-568-4164/2505/ 5612. The applications may be emailed to CNREURAFSWA_ NRBO_N9_Personnel@eu.navy.mil.
NSA NAPLES US NAF POSITIONS Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 ANN#15-016 flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site. Job Summary: Provides oversight of activities and necessary services to authorized patrons. Closing date: Open Until Filled Food Service Worker, NA-740804, ANN#15-003 flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site. Job Summary: 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. Closing date: Open Until Filled Education Aid/Technician, CY1702-I/II, ANN#15-004, (Multiple Positions) flexible, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Teen Center and Youth Sports Capodichino/Support Site. Job Summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 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 from 13 years old to 18 years old. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance. Closing date: Open Until Filled Education Aid/Technician, CY1702-I/II, ANN#15-005, (Multiple Positions) regular full time, (Eligible for Post Allowance) Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Teen Center and Youth Sports Capodichino/Support Site. Job Summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 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 from 13 years old
to 18 years old. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance. Closing date: Open Until Filled Education Technician (Leader), CY-1702-II, ANN#14-143, regular full time, (Eligible for Post Allowance) Fleet and Family Readiness Program, CYP Division, School Age Care. Job Summary: 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 Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#5-002R, flexible, Fitness Branch, Capodichino/Support Site, Naples, Italy. Employee in this position plays an integral part in providing customer service and insuring patrons are offered a clean facility and pleasant conditions for their fitness/athletic workouts or programs. Closing date: Open Until Filled Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#15-019, flexible, MWR Liberty Division, Naples, Italy. Job Summary: Employee helps customers in the recreation center with recreational event. Closing date: Open Until Filled Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#15-022, flexible, MWR ITT Division, Naples, Italy. Job Summary. Provides customer service and disseminate travel & tour information to patrons and sells tickets. Closing date: Open Until Filled
NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Building 2091-B Call 081-813-5252/5253/5254 / DSN: 629-4774 Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application please visit our website at: https://www.NavyExchange.jobs. To assist your job search go directly to the location field, open the drop down menu and click on Italy, then click on the ‘Search for Jobs’ button. You will see all the jobs in Italy (mostly Naples area); please ensure you are NOT applying for a position located in Sigonella (Sicily). Call the numbers above for assistance.
U.S. NAF POSITIONS AVAILABLE GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#14000013 Sales Clerk/CL/ NF-01/FLEX - Open until filled Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Job Summary: 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#14000014 Cashier Checker/CC/NF-01/FLEX – Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Job Summary: 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. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Ann#14000019 Sales Clerk/SL/ NF-01/FLEX PT - Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Jewelry, Men’s, Ladies, Shoes, Cosmetics, Handbags, and Children’s departments. Ann#1400022V Customer Service Clerk/CS/NF-02/FLEX - One Vacancy - Pay Rate: $9.00 - $11.00. Job Summary: Performs a variety of customer service duties including special orders, foreign currency exchange, Western Union, merchandise returns, gas sales, layaways, etc. Ann#1400029V Security Guard/ 52/NF-01/FLEX - Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $9-$11.00. Job Summary: Ensures enforcement of security measures; conducts inspections; prepares reports concerning security related incidents, etc. Ann#140000A9 Store Worker/ CL/NA-02/FLEX - Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $10.34. Job Summary: Performs various duties including loading/unloading merchandise, verifying type and quantities; prepares merchandise for stocking and stocks shelves; assists in conducting periodic inventories; assists customers. Ann#140000 GM LP/Safety Investigators Asst. (Trainee)/52/NF-01/ FLEX FT - Pay Rate: $10.00-$12.00. Job Summary: Responsible for the protection of Navy Exchange assets through investigative strategies and the auditing of controls designed to prevent and minimize loss potential. Utilizes various surveillance techniques. (POTENTIAL JOB PROGRESSION) Ann#140000LT Store Worker/ CS/NA-02/FLEX – Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $10.24. Job Summary: Performs various duties including loading/unloading merchandise, verifying type and quantities; prepares merchandise for stocking and stocks shelves; assists in conducting periodic inventories; assists customers. EARTH AND VINE SHOP Ann#1400046T Sales Clerk/ PS/NF-01/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8.00 - $9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling merchandise to customers and ensuring
merchandise is properly stocked, displayed, and available. Knowledge of wines and specialty foods is desirable. GRICIGNANO MINIMART Ann#140001KG Sales Clerk/MM /NF-01/ FLEX - Open until filled Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. CAPODICHINO NEXMART Ann#140001HE Sales Clerk/MM /NF-01/ FLEX – Open until filled Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. EUROPE DISTRICT ADMIN Ann#1400053R Procurement Assistant/H9/RFT - One Vacancy Open Until Filled - Pay Rate: $10.00. Job Summary: Assists buyers in planning merchandise programs; reviews and updates stock assortment; places purchase orders; prepares advertising; disseminates merchandising information; initiates retail price changes; merchandise transfers. Develops and analyzes sales data; follows up on shipment problems; coordinates promotional events. Pay will increase to $11.00 after 6 mos. successful performance. JFC MINIMART Ann#1400046U Sales Clerk/MM/ NF-01/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8.00 - $9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. GAETA MINIMART Ann#140004U4 Sales Clerk/MM/ NF-01/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8.00 - $9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available.
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