60th year, No. 4
Serving the NATO, Naples and Gaeta Military Community in Italy
Friday, January 30, 2015
Rich Ortloff Named Spouse of the Year for Naples Moves to Second Round in Worldwide Program From NSA Naples Public Affairs
Naples High School Wrestles to Raise Cancer Awareness Alex Hall putting the moves on an opponent. Alex took second place in the 126 pound weight class in the meet against Aviano, Vicenza, & AOSR. Story on page 11. Photo by Teresa Spatt
Super Bowl Participants to Troops: ‘You’re the Real Heroes’ By Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr. DoD News, Defense Media Activity
With the National Football League’s all-star game in the rear-view mirror, anticipation for the league’s championship – the final pro football game of the year – begins. The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots, the teams preparing to square off Feb. 1 in Super Bowl XLIX, shared their appreciation for U.S. service members serving overseas during media availabilities here yesterday. Pete Carroll, head coach of the defending champion Seahawks, assured troops the team understands the sacrifice they are making. “We want to make sure
Area Seattle Seahawks fans show their spirit in support of their team in preparation for Super Bowl 2015 being played this weekend. Photo by Bill Brush
that you understand that the Seahawks know the work that you’re doing,” he said. “We just want to be more like you guys -- we herald the work that you do and the attitude that you bring.
I know that the Super Bowl is really exciting to watch. It’s extremely exciting for us too, but if we could be a little bit more like you guys, we have a chance to win this thing.”
Carroll promised his team’s best effort. “So enjoy the heck out of it, and we’ll be thinking about you, and I hope you guys really enjoy the game,” he said.
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CAPTAIN’S CORNER. . . . . . . . . 2 BASE NOTES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ITALIAN NEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 NAVY HISTORY / SPOTLIGHT. . 4 FFSC CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SOUND OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 MOVIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 USO TOURS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Rich Ortloff, from Vista in North County San Diego, was selected as the Military Spouse of the Year in Naples, Italy as part of a worldwide competition put together by Armed Forces Insurance to highlight the many efforts of spouses in each branch of service. More than 1,600 nominations were submitted from 197 installations for this year’s competition. Voters went online and propelled Ortloff to be elected as the Naval Support Activity Naples’ winning entry. Ortloff has been a military spouse for 30 years and has a unique perspective on the changes that title has taken over time. “It was when the Navy recognized most of their publications like Wifeline and organizations like Wives Club in the 80's that changed to neutral gender and named most of them as ‘spouse,’” said Ortloff when asked about the Navy’s culture of change and modernization. “Now they are recognized as Familyline, spouses clubs, etc. That was a big positive step for the Navy, for me as a male spouse and a huge positive step for women in the Navy.” “Our wives were now looked at as equal professional Sailors and we their spouses were more welcomed into the equal spouse arena,” said Ortloff. “It helped bring more spouses together with so much to bring to the family readiness groups and other family events.” This will be Ortloff’s last duty station with his wife Fleet Master Chief of Naval Forces Europe-Africa JoAnne Ortloff, before her approaching retirement. He has kept himself very busy with a number of community organizations during his time stationed in Naples. Ortloff has been a cornerstone within the USO volunteer team, as well as a backbone of the Naples Chief Petty Officers Spouse Network.
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PANOrAMA January 30, 2015
CAPTAIN’S CORNER
BASE NOTES New Pedestrian Safety Policy on Capodichino
By Capt. Doug Carpenter NSA Naples Commanding Officer
NSA Naples will be conducting a force protection exercise, Reliant Pulcinella 2015, next week and I want everyone to be aware of the Security-focused training events. You will hear the Giant Voice speakers broadcasting simulated emergency messages, and you may see some activity at various places around the base. Make sure you follow the directions of any Security personnel and please don’t interfere with any evolutions. This training helps us to ensure our safety and security. Even though we’ll be in the exercise mode, we will still respond to real world events - if you See Something Suspicious, Say Something Immediately (our S5I campaign). That is something I encourage everyone to do at all times. We all have an important role in ensuring the safety of our community, so please stay alert. NSA Naples is constantly receiving important feedback from the community on the quality and effectiveness of our services. Your ICE comments and various ideas going up the chain of command help us to constantly improve our services. Some issues are easily resolved by getting the right information to the right people, while others may take some time or have legal ramifications. Our installation is here to serve the community and we’ll continue to do just that. Another great way to get your questions answered is by attending a Town Hall meeting. I hold these meetings about every quarter to share information with the community and to take questions. I’ll be holding my next Town Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 10. In case you weren’t aware, I also have an AFN radio show on Fridays from 7 to 8 a.m. Call-in questions are always welcome for the XO and I. We’ll answer them on air if possible. There are just too many ways to communicate here for anyone to feel like their voice isn’t being heard or that they don’t think they can get a problem resolved. Something that came up in the last Town Hall was the MWR pricing for pool and movie theater admission. The decision-making process is still ongoing, but we plan on getting word this year on price reductions across most of our MWR programs. This is great news and I’m happy with all the effort to get these improvements moving. I constantly hear about our various organizations, service members and their families volunteering their time around the base and in the local community. Thank you for being such great ambassadors for the U.S. Every month we donate goods, work at soup kitchens or organize projects to assist the local community. Naples High School has a great cultural exchange program and they’ve worked wonderfully with a number of Italian schools and the U.S. Consulate General in Naples. They’ve promoted numerous cross-cultural events to initiate dialogue between young Italians and Americans. On Tuesday, the two will be teaming up again with a special presentation by director Fred Kuwornu on his documentary film “Inside Buffalo,” about the 92nd Buffalo Soldiers Division. They were a segregated combat unit that fought during World War II in Italy. This should add value to the conversations we will have as a community as we enter Black History Month in February. Please enjoy the Super Bowl festivities, have a plan to arrive alive and be safe!
NSA Naples Safety has noted an increased hazard to pedestrians using the crosswalk after being dropped off at the bus stop near Capodichino's main gate. Public Works is exploring options to enhance pedestrian safety in this area. In the interim, vehicles are prohibited from passing the shuttle bus while it is stopped to pick up or drop off passengers. Pedestrians should exercise caution when crossing the street at this location. There is no policy change regarding stopped buses at any other bus stop locations. For additional information, contact David Peters at the NSA Safety Office at DSN 626-3147 or 081-568-3147.
Now- Feb. 6: Naval IG Area Visit Internet-Based Survey The Naval Inspector General conducts Readiness and Quality-of-Life Area Visits to Navy regions and activities worldwide. As part of the upcoming Naples IG Area Visit, all active-duty and Reserve Sailors and civilian employees are requested to participate in an internet-based survey to capture concerns and identify areas to improve readiness. The survey is scheduled to be active until Feb. 6. Participation is voluntary and responses are anonymous and kept strictly confidential. Feedback provided will help identify focus areas regarding quality of home and work life, and region support services. The survey can be completed by visiting www.secnav.navy.mil/ig/Pages/Naples-AreaVisit.aspx.
New Volunteer Opportunity at Naples Elementary School Naples Elementary School is seeking active-duty service members, civilians and retirees who enjoy working with young children to volunteer for the school’s new mentoring program, Dolphin Buddies. Volunteers must be willing to commit at least 30 minutes to an hour per week, or every other week, to interact with small groups of children during lunch or recess. Dolphin Buddies will allow children to be mentored while playing games, participating in crafts or other organized activities. There is a one-hour mandatory training required to participate. Training sessions will be held in the elementary school’s 106. Call Karen Rodrigues at DSN 629-4037 or 081-811-4037 to sign up. Training sessions will be held Feb. 5 at 5 p.m., Feb. 7 at 10 a.m., Feb. 10 at 5 p.m., Feb. 12 at 5 p.m., Feb. 19 at 5 p.m. and Feb. 21 at 10 a.m.
Register for Session 2 Group and Private Swim Lessons Register in person at the Capo Fit Zone pool for Session 2 Group Swim Lessons, which will take place Feb. 7, 14, 21 and 28. Lesson dates and times depend on age and skill levels. Cost is $30 per person for one session of four, forty-minute lessons. Private lessons are also available on Saturday mornings. Cost is $20 per person for a 30-minute, one-on-one instruction class or $74 for a package of four private lessons. For more information, call DSN 626-4254 or 081-5684254.
Now- March 1: Naples Overseas Support Club Scholarship Applications Accepted Applications for the NOSC’s annual scholarship program will be available and conducted online from Jan. 26 until March 1. Two scholarship applications will be offered, but applicants may only apply for one. Scholarship #1 is the traditional NOSC scholarship that requires applicants to have a minimum 3.0 GPA, active-duty service members may apply. The new scholarship allows the NOSC to spread the wealth to more community members interested in furthering their education. Scholarship #2 is not open to activeduty service members and doesn’t require a GPA to be provided, but does require a letter of reference with the application. Visit www.noscitaly.com to access the
applications. Please contact Cathy Caldwell, NOSC Scholarship chairperson, with any questions at noscscholarship@gmail.com.
Now- March 31: Flooring Project at USNH Naples The U.S. Naval Hospital Naples on Support Site is undergoing a replacement project for corridor baseboards and waiting area flooring until March 31. Each day, various corridors and/or waiting rooms will be shut down, which will change traffic patterns and possibly increasing wait times at certain clinics. Please be mindful of this and follow posted signs throughout the hospital during this ongoing project.
Jan. 30: International Festival and Silent Auction at Naples Elementary School The Naples Elementary School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) will be hosting its annual International Festival and Silent Auction on Friday, Jan. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. Entry is free and the festival is open to all U.S. and NATO ID cardholders. The silent auction raises money for programs and events that enrich the learning experience for elementary school students within the community. Volunteers are still needed to represent their state or country through food, dance, music, crafts, pictures, or any other way to share and educate others about the location. Donations are currently being accepted. Email Jaime Thomason, PTA president, at nes.pta1@gmail.com if you are considering a state or country, would like to donate a good or service, would like additional information or to sign up for the festival.
Jan. 31: Polar Bear Plunge at the Support Site Pool Join a fun, freezing time at the Support Site pool for the 9th Annual Polar Bear Plunge. Program is open to 9 year olds and above at a cost of $10 per person. Commemorative T-shirts will be given to all participants. Register at the Support Site pool front gate on the day of the event at 10 a.m. Plunge will begin at 11 a.m. with hot chocolate and warm towels provided after the swim. For more information, call DSN 6264254 or 081-568-4254.
Jan. 31- Feb. 1: Super Bowl Invitational Flag Football Tournament Cheer your favorite team to victory at the Super Bowl Invitational Flag Football Tournament to be held at Carney Park Jan. 31 and Feb. 1. Team coaches need to attend the meeting at the Carney Park Rec Center (behind field #1) at 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 30. For more information, contact Intramural Sports at DSN 629-6528/6529 or 081-811-6528/6529.
Feb. 1: The Ultimate Super Bowl Party at Strikers The Strikers Bowling Center is hosting a Super Bowl Party from 10 p.m. to midnight on Sunday, Feb. 1. Guests can participate in a bowling party with two hours of bowling, one cheese pizza, one pitcher of soda, and DJ music at a cost of $60 per lane (up to 5 people per lane). Each lane also receives one Official Super Bowl Program Booklet, one Football Helmet Hat, one 3D bottle opener and team color decorations. The Super Bowl kick-off begins at 12:25 a.m. with games, prizes (must be 21 years and above to receive prizes), and a Super Bowl buffet during the game. The football game will be shown on overhead TVs and on the massive drop down over-lane screens. Bus transportation is also available from Capodichino to the Support Site departing the main bus stop at 10 and 11 p.m. with two return trips scheduled 15 minutes and one hour after the game. Reserve your lane by calling DSN 629-6979 or 081-811-6979.
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Correction: OS1 Jamell Naylor was incorrectly identified in the Jan. 23 In the Spotlight.
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TANGERINE FESTIVAL FRIDAY-SUNDAY The third edition of the Tangerine festival will be held at Bacoli from Jan. 30 to Feb. 1, 2015. The festival starts Friday at 7 p.m. in the bars of Bacoli, Baia and Fusaro where themed tangerine cocktails are being created for the occasion. A few local restaurants in those areas will offer menus based on tangerine, and all will be voted on for best food and drinks. On Sunday, at the Villa Comunale at Bacoli, there will be stands offering an exhibition of fragrant citrus and folk dances. Best cocktails and best tangerine menus will be awarded that day. Guided tours of citrus groves will be offering on Saturday and Sunday.
MERCATINO HIPSTER FEB. 8 A fun and carefree appointment dedicated to the Carnival is opening at the Duel Beat in Agnano, Naples on Feb. 8, 2015, at 5 p.m. The “Mercatino Hipster” is a special occasion for those who enjoy sifting through stands of jewelry, vintage and trendy dresses, and works made by young creative Neapolitans artists. The event will be animated by the characters of the Wizard of Oz, with Dorothy, Tin man, the Scarecrow, and Witches. Adult tickets are 3 euro, children and pets are free.
SAN MARTINO UNDERGROUND MUSEUM RE-OPENING Every weekends history lovers will enjoy the re-opening of the San Martino gothic underground museum located in Naples at the Vomero neighborhood. The vast gothic underground of the Certosa di San Martino is all of what remains of the impressive original style of the monastery which construction began in May 1325. The reopening will provide acces to a new section of the museum with beautiful marble sculptures and inscriptions woks that have never been exhibited before. The section includes about 150 works belonging to a period between 1400 and 1700. Among the
most relevant works there is the sarcophagus of Beatrice del Balzo, and the epigraphic collection of stone with its inscriptions of everyday urban life over the centuries. The museum underground is opening every Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are 6 euro and guided tours started at 11:30 with a maximum of 50 people. Reservations are required at 081-2294568. In case of bad weather, tours will be cancelled.
EXPO MILAN 2015 WEB SITE The Italian Cultural Ministry Dario Franceschini presented a new website developed to encourage tourism throughout the country during Expo Milan 2015. The website, called “Very Bello” will be translated from Italian into eight other languages. Expo will promote Italy with more than 1,300 cultural events to millions of visitors who can stay in Italy as long as possible. The website will promote Italy as a widespread museum, said the ministry.
POLICE RESCUE PUPPIES, ARREST PET TRAFFICKERS Italian police rescued 60 puppies of various breeds near Novara, in Northwestern Italy, not far from the Italian borders with Switzerland and France. A van from Slovakia was stopped by police after receiving a complaint from the Italian Movement for the Protection of Animals and Wolves. The puppies were packed into crates stacked one on top of the other and were destined for illegal sale. The animal organization said it suspected a Slovak and an Italian were involved in the illegal import and trafficking of dogs as well animal abuse and maltreatment. One week before the arrest of the Slovak, eight suspected pet traffickers were put under investigation for animal abuse. Forest rangers also seized animals from two dog breeders and a pet store near Udine, 25 miles from the Slovenian border, following a oneyear of investigation. Prosecutors said the suspects, a Slovak and an Italian, trafficked expensive purebred puppies into Italy from Eastern European countries.
USO NAPLES is looking for outgoing and enthusiastic volunteers to join their committee to make a tangible difference in the community through special events and outreach. If interested, please email Shannon McCaulley at shannon.mccaulley@uso.it or call the USO Capodichino office at DSN 626-5713. NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is seeking committed members to serve as Vice President of Fundraising, Membership Chairperson, Parliamentarian, and Shopping on the Boot Editor for the 2014-15 board term. For more information, please visit www.noscitaly.com or email noscitaly@gmail.com. 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." 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 2014-15 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@naples boosterclub.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.
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PANOrAMA January 30, 2015
NAVY HISTORY: USS MONITOR LAUNCHED
The USS Monitor (right) and CSS Virginia, in the first battle between two steam-powered armored warships on March 9, 1862, at Hampton Roads, shown here in a painting by J.O. Davidson. (From the collection of President Franklin D. Roosevelt)
By Gary Nichols NSA Naples Public Affairs
On Jan. 30, 1862, the first U.S. Navy ironclad warship, USS Monitor, was launched. Monitor was designed by Swedish-born engineer and inventor John Ericsson, and built by Continental Iron Works, of Brooklyn, N.Y. Monitor was a 987-ton warship, with a revolutionary design. She featured an unusually low profile, rising only 18 inches above the water, and sporting a flat iron deck with a 20foot cylindrical turret rising from the middle of the ship, which housed two 11inch Dahlgren guns. Monitor also had a draft of less than 11 feet, so she could operate freely in the protected shallow harbors and rivers of the South. Built in only three months, Monitor would become such an iconic ship that hundreds of ships were built using the same simple – but effective design – and were later re-
ferred to as “Monitors.” Not surprising, the Confederates had a different opinion of the new ironclad design and referred disparagingly to the “Monitors” as a “cheese-box on a raft.” In February 1862, Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles learned the Confederates were near to completing the conversion of the USS Merrimack – a 40gun steam-powered wooden frigate, which had been renamed CSS Virginia – to an ironclad at the naval shipyard in Norfolk, Va. Fearing what damage an ironclad could inflict, Monitor’s production schedule was stepped up. Welles surmised that a new ironclad warship could not only breach the blockade and destroy Union ships, but also inflict damage to coastal cities. A month later Monitor was commissioned, and was quickly pressed into service. Meanwhile, Virginia had been terrorizing the East Coast and pulver-
izing Union ships. On March 8, 1862, when Virginia steamed into Chesapeake Bay to finish off a grounded Union ship she had damaged the day earlier. She found Monitor standing guard near the vulnerable ship. The cannonballs, which would have punched through a wooden hull, simply bounced off the armor plating of each ship. After two hours, the attack was broken off, with each side claiming victory. In reality, it was a draw. Nevertheless, Monitor had prevented Virginia from gaining control of Hampton Roads, and preserved the Union blockade of the Hampton Road area. Thus ended the first battle between two steampowered armored warships, and it marked a turning point in naval history.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT HN ISYRAQI TANTU Hospitalman Isyraqi Tantu is from Houston, Texas and has been in Naples serving as a General Duty Corpsman within the Dental Services since May 2014. He recently completed cross training and is actively involved with providing care in all facets of general dentistry. Through his work in the Directorate for Dental Services, HN Tantu plays a vital role in maintaining dental readiness for all active duty service members in the Naples Region. Outside of work, he is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. One of HN Tantu’s favorite quotes is from Muhammed Ali “Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a Champion.”
LT RON PAUL NEAL Lt. Ron Paul Neal's time with Naval Support Activity Naples’ Security department is coming to an end as he will be transitioning to the U.S. Navy Reserve in February. Neal’s motivation, drive and expertise played an essential role in the installation achieving superior results during three higher headquarters Security assessments. Naples, Italy will always have a place in his heart and will be missed. Some of the things he will miss most are the raviolis, the sunsets while hiking along the Amalfi Coast, the vineyards in Tuscany, the hot springs of Ischia, the essential coffee breaks and his motivated gym partner.
PANOrAMA
5 Martin Luther King Day Celebration FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER EVENTS THIS WEEK January 30, 2015
Kenneth Moore, guest speaker, gave a speech during the Martin Luther King Jr. celebration event held at Naval Support Activity Naples' Capodichino base theater. Martin Luther King Jr. was an American pastor and a civil rights activist in the 1950s and 1960s who led nonviolent protests to fight for equal rights and the desegregation of America. (Photo BY MC3 Luis R. Chavez Jr.)
By MC3 Luis R. Chavez Jr.
The combined multi-cultural heritage committee held an event at the Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples’ Capodichino base theater Jan. 27 to honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s accomplishments. “The MLK celebration event was put on because of his call to service. His leadership brought forward the civil rights acts of 1964,” said Intelligence Specialist 2nd Class Jarrett AndrewsSchiro, president of the combined multi-cultural heritage committee. “The marches and everything that he was involved with brought together the right
of getting rid of segregation in America and allowing us to have diversity.” The event began with excerpts from Dr. King’s “I Have A Dream Speech,” followed by a performance from the Naval Forces Europe Band, a speech from a guest speaker, a poem recited by a sailor attached to NSA Naples and closing remarks by the combined multi-cultural heritage committee vice president. “You had a small group of people that went against a majority even though we are a democratic society and our values most rely on the democratic system. Dr. King’s examples showed that the majority isn’t al-
SUPER BOWL from page 1 Players Express Appreciation Several players from both Super Bowl teams also joined in expressing their appreciation. Kam Chancellor, a strong safety for the defending champs, offered not only his thanks, but also the gratitude of the team’s fans, who have a moniker that reflects their contribution to the efforts of the 11 Seahawks who are on the field at any given time. “All the love from the Seahawks, [and] from the [12th man],” he said. “Kam Chancellor right here, man, wishing you the best.” K.J. Wright, a Seahawks linebacker, said the team plans to “come out there Sunday and put on a good performance for you guys. Stay safe out there.” His teammate, defensive end Cliff Avril, offered a “big” shoutout on behalf of the team and said the Seahawks hope to put on
ways right, that sometimes the majority can have it wrong,” said Kenneth Moore, the guest speaker at the event. “I think it’s important to remember that everyone has a voice and that anyone can be wrong. It’s about the morality and the love and the respect for each other that enables us to decide what should be changed and what should not.” Martin Luther King Jr. was an American pastor and a civil rights activist in the 1950s and 1960s who led nonviolent protests to fight for equal rights and the desegregation of America. King also received a Noble Peace Prize for his efforts to end racial inequality through nonviolence. “Martin Luther King Jr.’s dedication to his beliefs and our civil rights continues to provide an opening for equal opportunity not only for the African-American race, but for all races across the world,” said Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Taisha Littles. The MLK Day of Service is part of United We serve, the President’s national call to service initiative. This initiative was set in place to encourage Americans to increase their knowledge and awareness of Dr. King’s contributions to our civil rights and his impact on American history.
a show for the troops during the Super Bowl in appreciation of everything they do. Patriots defensive back Devin McCourty also said his team hopes to put on a good show and thanked service members for everything they do. Matthew Slater, a wide receiver and special teams player for the American Football Conference champions, shared his gratitude for being able to play football for a living. “Just want to give you guys a big hello,” he said. “And [we] appreciate all that you do for us, allowing us the freedom to play this great game of football that we love so much. You guys are the real heroes; we tip our hats to you. God bless you guys, and stay safe over there.” Vince Wilfork, a Patriots defensive tackle, said U.S. troops are the “true patriots.” “Thank you for everything you guys do for us,” Wilfork said. “You guys are the true patriots. You are everything we want [to be], so thank you for all the service you guys provide for us.”
For more information about local Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) events, visit www.facebook.com/NaplesFFSC
• Jan. 30: Nurturing Touch: Child & Infant Massage, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Support Site FFSC. • Feb. 4: Becoming a Love & Logic Parent, 1 to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC (5 of 7). • Feb. 4: Medi Teverola, 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • Feb. 5: Fraud Awareness, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Support Site FFSC. • Feb. 5: How to make Limoncello, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • Feb. 6: I.A. Discussion Group, 2 to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • Feb. 6: S.A.P.R. Command/DCC/P.O.C., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Support Site FFSC. To register, use this link http://bpt.me/1121493 • Feb. 6: Egg Castle & chocolate Store, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., (Meeting Place: McDonald’s Café outside of Capo). • Feb. 9: Making Italian Dessert “Chiacchiere” (Meeting Place: Support Site TLA Lobby) Cost is 6 euro to be paid at the Restaurant • Feb. 9-13: Transition GPS Workshop: Pre-Separation, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Feb. 10: Easy Italian, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Support Site FFSC (1 of 3) • Feb. 10: Couples Communication 101, 1 to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC • Feb. 11: Becoming a Love & Logic Parent, 1 to 3 p.m., Support Site, FFSC (6 o f7) • Feb. 12: Italian Cooking Class: 10:15 a.m. to 2 p.m., (Meeting Place: Support Site TLA Lobby) Cost is 15 euro to be paid at the Restaurant. Requires prior purchase of two E1 bus tickets at NEX Coffee Shop. • Feb. 13: Resume Writing, 1 to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC.
Call 081-811-6372 for more information or to register. All classes require registration.
ENERGY CONSERVATION Taking the next step From the NSA Naples Energy Management Team
There are a variety of low-cost and no-cost methods to conserve energy and home but what about those of us who are ready to take energy savings to a whole new level? The installation of programmable thermostats, energy efficient windows and conducting home audits were merely baby steps. You now may be ready to consider incorporating clean energy into your home energysaving strategy. The installation of a solar panel system may be just right for your home. With advancements in technology and the expansion of the solar industry, prices for solar panels have fallen dramatically. A wind turbine system is a great option if you live on at least one acre of land and experience strong winds in your area. Be sure to coordinate with the zoning requirements for your city/town. Wind turbine systems and reduce energy cost by as much as 90 percent. Small hydropower systems are beneficial to those who have a source of flowing water on their property. Often, a 10-kilowatt microhydropower system can provide enough power for a large home, small resort or a small farm. As with the energy options, please verify zoning requirements and acquire any necessary permits prior to beginning installation. Energy conservation at home is a continuous home improvement project. There are a series of options available and they are becoming more affordable. Someone is always working on the “next big way” to reduce usage and push towards a more energy secure future. We should strive to assist accomplishing that goal by doing our part through renovation at home. Source used: Solar, Wind, Hydropower: Home Renewable Energy Installations via http://energy.gov/articles/solar-wind-hydropower-home-renewable-energy-installations
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SOUND OFF: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE DAY TRIP?
Aviation Maintenance Administration 1st Class Cora Garcia “Pozzuoli – It’s a fun place for my family to ride our bikes and hang out by the water.”
Marine Corps Capt. Brett Woodward “Capua – It’s not built up like the Coliseum, and you don’t have to stand in line. It’s where the Gladiators fought. It’s a great way to interact with history.”
Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Apprentice Amarys Feliz “Milan – It’s so fancy and there are great shopping opportunities there.”
Construction Mechanic Constructionman Kevin McNeely “I went on a wine tasting with MWr at Vesuvius. Meeting new people and the camradery made the trip.”
Ms. Kristina Loverdi
“I like to read a book at the beach in Bacoli and soak up the sun.”
CNP to Hold Worldwide All-Hands Call From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
The Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) is scheduled to speak with Sailors around the world in an all-hands call broadcasting and streaming online live Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. Naples time (1 p.m. ET). Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) Vice Adm. Bill Moran and Fleet Master Chief for Manpower, Personnel, Training and Education (MPT&E) April Beldo will update Sailors on the issues that affect them and their families and open the
floor to live questions from the fleet via satellite and social media. Sailors are encouraged to begin sending in questions and comments now by tweeting @USNPeople or emailing usnpeople@ gmail.com. The programs and policies under the office of the chief of naval personnel directly impact Sailors and include the following: - Pay and allowances - Advancements - Uniforms - Education and training - Family support policies
- Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) - Fitness and nutrition - Personnel programs and polices More than just asking questions, Moran and Beldo encourage Sailors to use this opportunity to share their feedback--what's working in the fleet, what isn't and what ideas they have to make our existing policies better. The event will be broadcast on Direct to Sailor (DTS) and DoD News. Online streaming will be available on www.navy.mil.
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Where the Snow Falls in Southern Italy Story/Photos by MCC Travis Simmons NSA Naples Public Affairs
A sponsor recently told a new arrival that it never snows in Naples. Two days later, temperatures plummeted and flurries fell for part of the night. It may have been less than an inch for most of Naples, but it was a big deal for everyone who normally only see snow atop the distant hills or on the ever-present Mount
Vesuvius. This rarity was fun for most, but a surefire way to see snow is to head to the largest ski resort in Southern Italy. Roccaraso and other connected ski resorts are 150 kilometers northeast from Naples and roughly a two-hour drive from Gricignano di Aversa. Located in the region of Abruzzo, the Roccaraso ski area has been open for more than 100 years. With a peak
of just over 7,000 feet, it provides some impressive views and some long trails to get you back down to the base, which has an elevation around 4,000 feet. The mountains mostly consist of a base of man-made snow to begin and end the season. If there hasn’t been recent snow, you can expect to go down some packed and groomed snow – which isn’t the Swiss Alps, but it’s better than nothing. There are 23 lifts and 72 trails with more than 2/3 of them currently open. A few of those lifts are drag lifts and two are cable cars. It may take you a minute to build up the nerve to use the drag lift, but they open up a few additional trails if you make the commitment. If you’re a snowboarder, it’s a bit harder than just sitting back on the small disc and letting the cable pull you up with your skis helping guide you. A small distraction can result in a snowboard taking a detour with the rider being drug
up the mountain face first stay focused. Café and food bars can be found littered all over the mountain near many of the ski lifts. Lamp heated dishes of pasta, sausages and greens can be found or you could just go with the normal bar snacks. There are plenty of espresso machines everywhere, as well as a small variety of beer and bottles with contents able to give that extra level of warmth for your insides. Roccaraso has 40 percent of its trails for beginners, 40 percent marked for intermediate and the last 20 percent are black circles, which are considered for experts. These have steeper sections and trees closer to the edges of the trail, so know how to control your velocity before pointing yourself down one. The black circle trails can be a rewarding ride with more fresh snow to carve through since not as many people throw themselves down these trails. For the out of the ordinary experience, call up the few businesses that allow you to go snow-kiting or heli-skiing. Their availability depends on mountain and weather conditions, but could make a pretty interesting day trip for those
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needing to take it to the next level. There are lessons available for the kids and even a section with conveyer belts and intertubes to slide down a gentle hill over and over and over again. Basically, there’s something for everyone. MWR’s Navy Outdoor Recreation facility, located on the Support Site of Naval Support Activity Naples, offers bus transportation every weekend of the ski season. Even though they advertise a three-hour return trip, as long as everyone makes it back to the bus on time and there’s no traffic, it can easily be a two-hour return ride. The bus is a great option for when the mountains get a decent amount of snowfall and you’re not sure if your Naples beater car can make the last couple of hills (at least without snow chains in the trunk). The on-base shop has skis, snowboards, helmets and sleds all available to rent. You can take advantage of their decent prices, even if you’re going your own way and not taking the bus. Give the Navy Outdoor Recreation center a call at 081811-4947 and start planning your next trip.
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MORE THE INSIDE PAGE 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 THE NAPLES MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC BOOSTERS Is your Naples Middle High School student in Band, Choir, Orchestra, or Flag Team? If so, then he/she benefits from NMHS Music Boosters! NHMS Music Boosters is a growing organization that ensures all Naples Middle High School music programs continue performing at the highest levels. Help support Music Boosters with your yearly family membership of $25.00 (other membership levels also available). Volunteers are continuously needed to assist with several projects! Email musicboostersnaples@gmail.com or visit us on Facebook "NMHS Music Boosters" for more information. The NAPLES MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL PTSA is looking for volunteers to help provide information, resources and events that strengthen the connections between students, parents, the school and the community. A yearly membership is $10 and joining is a great way to get involved, meet the teachers, other parents and your child's friends. Email NaplesPTSAteam@ gmail.com or search Naples Middle High School PTSA on Facebook. 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. 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. 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 081-5268051. 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. 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.alcoholicsanonymous.eu/countries/italy.htm.
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MOVIE SCHEDULE Friday, Jan. 30 4:30 p.m. Strange Magic, PG 5:30 p.m. Into The Woods, PG 7:30 p.m. Selma, PG-13 8:30 p.m. Woman in Black 2 Angel of Death, PG-13, Premiere
Sunday, Feb. 1 3 p.m. Paddington, PG 4 p.m. Strange Magic, PG 6 p.m. The Wedding Ringer, R 7:15 p.m. The Gambler, R Wednesday, Feb. 4 4:30 p.m. Taken 3, PG-13 5:30 p.m. Selma, PG-13, Last Showing 7 p.m. Wild, R
Saturday, Jan. 31 3 p.m. Paddington, PG 4 p.m. Taken 3, PG-13 5:30 p.m. Woman in Black 2 Angel of Death, PG-13 7 p.m. Blackhat, R 8:30 p.m. The Gambler, R, Premiere
Thursday, Feb. 5 4:30 p.m. Annie, PG, Last Show 5:30 p.m. The Hobbit: Battle of Five Armies, PG-13 7 p.m. Taken 3, PG-13, Last Showing No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies
ANNIE PG, Comedy, 119 min. Cast: Jamie Foxx, Quvenzhan Wallis, Rose Byrne, Bobby Cannavale, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje. Annie is a young, happy foster kid who’s also tough enough to make her way on the streets of New York in 2014. Originally left by her parents as a baby with the promise that they’d be back for her someday, it’s been a hard knock life ever since with her mean foster mom Miss Hannigan. But everything’s about to change when the hard-nosed tycoon and New York mayoral candidate Will Stacks – advised by his brilliant VP, Grace and his shrewd and scheming campaign advisor, Guy – makes a thinlyveiled campaign move and takes her in. Stacks believes he’s her guardian angel, but Annie’s self-assured nature and bright, sun-will-come-outtomorrow outlook on life just might mean it’s the other way around.
frantic attempts to make him see reason drive the Hobbit towards a desperate and dangerous choice. But there are even greater dangers ahead. Unseen by any but the Wizard Gandalf, the great enemy Sauron has sent forth legions of Orcs in a stealth attack upon the Lonely Mountain.
INTO THE WOODS PG, Comedy-Family-Fantasy, 124 min. Cast: Johnny Depp, Chris Pine, Jake Gyllenhaal, Emily Blunt, Meryl Streep. This modern twist on the beloved Brothers Grimm fairy tales intertwines the plots of a few choice stories and explores the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. The humorous and heartfelt musical follows the classic tales of Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Rapunzel – all tied together by an original story involving a baker and his wife, their wish to begin a family and their interaction with the witch who has put a curse on them.
BLACKHAT R, Action-Adventure 133 min. Cast: Chris Hemsworth, Viola Davis, Tang Wei, Wang Leehom, William Mapother. Set within the world of global cybercrime, Legendary’s Blackhat follows a furloughed convict and his American and Chinese partners as they hunt a high-level cybercrime network from Chicago to Los Angeles to Hong Kong to Jakarta.
THE GAMBLER R, Drama, 112 min. Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Brie Larson, Jessica Lange, John Goodman, Sonya Walger. Jim Bennett is a risk taker. Both an English professor and a high-stakes gambler, Bennett bets it all when he borrows from a gangster and offers his own life as collateral. Always one step ahead, Bennett pits his creditor against the operator of a gambling ring and leaves his dysfunctional relationship with his wealthy mother in his wake. He plays both sides, immersing himself in an illicit, underground world while garnering the attention of Frank, a loan shark with a paternal interest in Bennett’s future. As his relationship with a student deepens, Bennett must take the ultimate risk for a second chance...
PADDINGTON PG, Animation, 95 min. Cast: Ben Whishaw, Nicole Kidman, Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins, Julie Walters. Paddington has grown up deep in the Peruvian jungle with his Aunt Lucy who, inspired by a chance encounter with an English explorer, has raised her nephew to dream of an exciting life in London. When an earthquake destroys their home, Aunt Lucy decides to smuggle her young nephew on board a boat bound for England, in search of a better life. Arriving alone at Paddington Station, Paddington soon finds that city life is not all he had imagined – until he meets the kindly Brown family, who find him with a label tied around his neck which reads ‘Please look after this bear. Thank you.’ They offer him a temporary home whilst he searches for the explorer who impressed Aunt Lucy all those years before. But when Paddington catches the eye of a sinister, seductive taxidermist, it isn’t long before his home – and very existence – is under threat.
SELMA
PG, Animation, 120 min. Cast: Connor Jessup, Wesley Morgan. This is a madcap fairy tale musical inspired by ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’ Popular songs from the past six decades help tell the tale of a colorful cast of goblins, elves, fairies and imps, and their hilarious misadventures sparked by the battle over a powerful potion.
PG-13, Drama-History, 128 min. Cast: Lorraine Toussaint, Giovanni Ribisi, Tim Roth, Cuba Gooding Jr., Alessandro Nivola. This is the story of a movement. The film chronicles the tumultuous three-month period in 1965, when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. led a dangerous campaign to secure equal voting rights in the face of violent opposition. The epic march from Selma to Montgomery culminated in President Johnson signing the Voting Rights Act of 1965, one of the most significant victories for the civil rights movement.
THE HOBBIT: BATTLE OF FIVE ARMIES
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PG-13, Action-Adventure, 150 min. Cast: Martin Freeman, Cate Blanchett, Hugo Weaving, Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen. This final battle brings to an epic conclusion the adventures of Bilbo Baggins, Thorin Oakenshield, and the Company of Dwarves. Having reclaimed their homeland from the Dragon Smaug, the Company has unwittingly unleashed a deadly force into the world. Enraged, Smaug rains his fiery wrath down upon the defenseless men, women and children of Lake-town. Obsessed above all else with his reclaimed treasure, Thorin sacrifices friendship and honor to hoard it as Bilbo’s
PG-13, Action-Crime-Thriller, 120 min. Cast: Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Famke Janssen, Jon Gries. Liam Neeson returns as ex-covert operative Bryan Mills, whose reconciliation with his ex-wife is tragically cut short when she is brutally murdered. Consumed with rage, and framed for the crime, he goes on the run to evade the relentless pursuit of the CIA, FBI and the police. For one last time, Mills must use his “particular set of skills,” to track down the real killers, exact his unique brand of justice, and protect the only thing that matters to him now – his daughter.
STRANGE MAGIC
If you have been sexually assaulted or need to speak with a S.A.P.R. victim advocate, call 335-640-6621 24/7 for information and support. The DoD Safe Helpline can be reached toll-free at 001-877-995-5247.
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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 346680-3282 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 338479-7023 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 081-8114962. 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
MORE THE INSIDE PAGE contact Paolo Fleurant at 328-1946897 or naplesadventistsgroup@ yahoo.com. CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB unites families with children from newborn to pre-school age within the Naples military community. Club events include monthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craft activities and more. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/ Connect-theTots-Club. CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning. Child care provided. We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for bible study. For more information, e-mail cwocnaples@gmail.com or check out our Facebook page: Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy. PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH TOASTMASTERS The Naples Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Meetings are held at the Support Site Community Center at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact the Toastmasters president at 342-010-6263. GAETA/NAPLES AREA GIRL SCOUTS Now accepting registration for the 2012-13 school year. We are still in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training and support provided. FMI, contact naplesgs@yahoo.com. FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335760-4446. 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 USMRASI 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: 6266672 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 commandsponsored 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 081804-3345, 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. LATINOS UNIDOS WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS Meetings are at 2 p.m. the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For more info, contact Michael Cortez, Michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil, 3346771-0327, or Gabriel Sermeno, Gabriel.sermeno@eu.navy.mil, 081811-5554. CUB SCOUT PACK 007 Want to camp in Nettuno, hike in Cuma, go bowling or participate in swimming and archery? Then Cub Scouts is the place for you! Boys in first through fifth grade meet three times per month to learn skills that they apply on hiking, camping and service outings. FMI, contact naplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit www.cubscoutingnaples.org.
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Naples High School Wrestles to Raise Cancer Awareness From Naples High School
Wrestling teams across Italy converged on the Naples High School gymnasium Jan. 24, 2015, to participate in the fifth meet of the season and the final home wrestling tournament of the regular season at Naples. A few years ago the football team decided to show their support for cancer awareness by wearing pink socks. The wrestlers liked the idea so much they began to hold a yearly tournament to raise money for cancer research. Naples Head Coach Vito Vitulli knows personally how breast cancer affects women and their families. “My grandmother, aunt, and sister lost the fight to breast cancer,” Vitulli said. He wanted to use his position as coach of the Wildcat Wrestling Team to promote citizenship for a good cause. The team decided to sell t-shirts and sweatshirts to raise money to find a cure. Freshman and 113 pound varsity wrestler, Seamus Wade, had his own experience with cancer as well. At age four, he was diagnosed with Stage Four Burkitt’s Lymphoma and Stage Four ALL Leukemia. He successfully underwent four months of high dose chemotherapy and has been cancer free since. Wade was fortunate to participate in clinical trials through St. Jude’s Research Hospital. “Our team came together to support a great cause,” Seamus said. “It makes me feel Seamus Wade, of Naples Middle High School, good to give back to those in works hard to pin his opponent. Wade took first in need.” the 113 pound weight class Jan. 24, 2015. He will never forget the expe- Photo by Teresa Spatt rience that cancer had on his life. He was fortunate to meet so many kids going through similar treatment. Unfortunately a number of them eventually lost their battle with cancer. Trevor Held, a former wrestler and student at Naples High School, has a sister, Lilian, who was diagnosed with cancer last spring. She was medevacuated back to the states to be treated. The entire family returned to the United States to ensure that Lilian receives the best treatment. The team thinks of his family often and wishes her continued success with her fight against cancer. Principal Duane Werner was pleased that the team decided to give back to those in need. “This event was a great time to put the emphasis on finding a cure for cancer,” Werner said. “With one of our own students being a cancer survivor this brings the message close to home. We have a number of our teams who believe in community involvement and have hosted Cancer Awareness weekends. I am proud of our teams and their willingness to get involved in a cause.”
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RICH ORTLOFF from page 1 “So much has happened in the last 28 months here; it's been awesome,” said Ortloff. “From volunteering with the USO, Naples Overseas Support Club, Americans Working Around the Globe and more, to enjoying the rich history of the land Support Site was built on and the hidden treasures of Capua amphitheater; I can never get tired of visiting the sacred grounds that Spartacus trained and fought on.” “Most importantly, I've met so many new friends here that have made me smarter, especially my fellow Spouses in the Naples CPO Spouse Network group,” said Ortloff. Candidates for the 2015 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year represent more than 170 bases and all 9 Coast Guard districts. "America's military and their families have been at the ready over the past 13 years we have been at war,” said Kate Dolack, editor-in-chief of Military Spouse magazine. “The military spouses who have maintained the home front during deployments and training missions have accomplished remarkable feats. They have supported not only our military but added to the strength of the nation." “Now, perhaps more than ever, it is important to recognize those standout spouses from all branches and at every installation and honor them for their achievements,” said Dolack. Some of Ortloff’s best experiences have been traveling with other spouses to meet their Sailors in foreign ports during deployments. He has been able to meet dignitaries, government officials, U.S. Navy attaché’s and spouses from those countries, all while taking in the local
culture and getting to know more about the spouses he traveled with. “I encourage spouses and families to travel and meet your military member in foreign ports and see the world,” said Ortloff. He retired in 2003 after serving 31 ½ years as a firefighter in the Federal Fire Department. Over the years, he volunteered as the Ombudsman during a tour on San Clemente Island, joined the Family Support Group for USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) and was part of the Triad Leadership Team with USS Milius (DDG 69). “I love to support those who support us, and the sincere thanks that they give is an unforgettable display of gratitude,” said Ortloff. “I will miss the troops and the friendships.” He has been previously recognized as the 2008 USO Volunteer of the Year for the Pacific and the USO Naples Volunteer of the QuarterWinter 2015. “I would like to show everyone, military and civilian, that spouses are such a pivotal part of a military career and its future,” said Ortloff. “We are as different as spouses, as husbands and wives, as our military members are different in their rate, MOS or specialties, and we bring to the table a point of view and support that is often behind the scenes, yet unforgettable.” Rich Ortloff and his wife will be returning to California this year to spend retirement near family. The overall winner and 2015 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year will be revealed May 8 at a VIP ceremony in Washington, D.C. For additional information on the Military Spouse of the Year Program, visit http://msoy.militaryspouse.com.
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PANOrAMA January 30, 2015
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What Is Groundhog Day? From the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Every February 2, thousands of people gather at Gobbler’s Knob, in Punxsutawney, Pa., to see if a groundhog will or will not see his shadow when he emerges from his den. Burrowed inside his heated simulated tree trunk, a groundhog, named Punxsutawney Phil is about to step into the limelight at about 7:25 a.m. once again. The gates open at 3 a.m., followed by live entertainment, music, and a pre-dawn fireworks display that helps to ignite the crowd gathered in anticipation of Phil’s forecast. The awe-inspiring fireworks are set to lively music, which is just what the crowd generally needs on a cold rural Pennsylvania morning. Phil makes the most celebrated weather forecast of the year, usually around the crack of dawn. Has spring sprung when Phil emerges from his burrow and doesn’t see his shadow? Or, should he scurry back into his burrow for six more weeks of winter weather if skies are clear and fair?
History of Groundhog Day Groundhog Day has its origins in an ancient celebration of a point midway between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. Superstition has it that fair weather was a forbearance of a stormy and cold second half to winter. The early Christians in Europe established the custom of Candlemas Day, when the clergy would bless candles and people would light them in each window of their homes to ward off the darkness of mid-winter. But the legend of the February 2 forecast also persisted, as captured in this old English saying: If Candlemas be fair and bright, Winter has another flight. If Candlemas brings clouds and rain, Winter will not come again. The trail of groundhog history actually leads back to Clymer H. Freas, city editor of the Punxsutawney Spirit newspaper. In 1887, he was inspired by a group of local hunters and gourmets who held a groundhog hunt fol-
lowed by a picnic barbecue of, well, you know, groundhog. Freas thought it so much fun that he wrote up the group as the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club and went on to promote the Punxsutawney Groundhog as the official weather forecaster. As he embellished the story year after year, other newspapers picked it up and soon everyone looked to Punxsutawney Phil for the critical prediction of when spring would return to the nation. Remember, if Phil sees his shadow, it means six more weeks of winter; if he does not see his shadow, it will be an early spring. What is your weather prediction for 2015?
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
Jan. 30 Gourmet Dinner: Naples by Night with Fondue.....................€34 Jan. 31 Family Day at the Farm .............................€25 Feb. 1 Royal Palace and San Carlo Opera House ..............................€18 Feb. 6 Wine N’ Dine in a Neapolitan Taverna ......€43 Feb. 7 Best of the Region: Pompeii and Sorrento .€33 Feb. 8 Rome of the Caesars....................................€58
USO DAILY TOURS
Feb. 13-16 President’s day in Budapest . . . . . . . . . . . . €486 Feb. 13-16 Carnevale in Venice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . €237 Feb. 28-Mar. 1 Perugia and Assisi Weekend . . . . . . . . . €188 July 4-8 Fourth of July in Santorini Greece . . . . . . . €537
PANOrAMA January 30, 2015
MORE BASE NOTES Feb. 2: AFN the Eagle Changing to 107.0 FM
Feb. 10: Town Hall with Capt. Doug Carpenter
AFN Naples will transition to a new radio frequency on Monday, Feb. 2 in an effort to better service the Support Site and the audience in the surrounding area. After Feb. 2, community members will be able to tune into AFN the Eagle on 107.0 FM. That frequency was used for AFN Power Network, which will move to 106.0 FM. As always, you can listen in with your AFN Europe smartphone App or online with AFN 360 at http://afn360.afneurope.net/afne_nap. Users can also visit www.afneurope.net, click on the AFN 360 tab, and choose any of the global and spoken word radio services.
NSA Naples Commanding Officer Capt. Doug Carpenter will host a Town Hall meeting for all personnel and families assigned to the Naples area on Tuesday, Feb. 10. It will be held at the Reel Times 2 Theater on Support Site at 6 p.m. There will be a question-and-answer session after a few words from the CO. For anyone unable to attend, questions for the Town Hall can also be emailed to the Public Affairs office at pao_naples @eu.navy.mil or messaged to the NSA Naples Facebook page at www.facebook.com/NSANaples.
Feb. 2- 5: Exercise Reliant Pulcinella 2015 NSA Naples will conduct a security-centric exercise Feb. 2- 5 that will involve the Capodichino, Support Site and Gaeta military installations. Announcements will be made in advance of key exercise events. As always, please follow the directions of Security and avoid interfering whenever possible. Minor traffic delays are possible, but will be kept to a minimum. Retail and MWR facilities will not be affected. For more information, call DSN 626-3948 or 081-568-3948.
Feb. 3: ReNuLife Presentation for 12-Week Weight Management Program U.S. Naval Hospital Naples will be offering an alternative weight management program to improve nutrition and overall health. ReNuLife is intended to aid in weight loss and is brought to you by a multi-disciplinary health care team including doctors, a dietitian, nurses and corpsmen. To learn more about this 12-week program, come to the kick-off presentation on Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 4:30 p.m. in the Support Site base theater. The program is free and open to all DoD and NATO active duty, dependents, retirees and affiliated civilians. For more information, or if you can’t attend the kick-off event, please contact the Health Promotion & Wellness department at DSN 629-6445 or 081-811-6445.
Feb. 4: USO’s 74th Birthday Celebration The USO will be celebrating its 74th birthday with a lunch and cake at the USO Capo Lounge on the first floor of the Air Terminal. Everyone is welcome to join in the festivities from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 4. For more information, call DSN 626-5713 or 081-568-5713.
Feb. 7: Naples Got Talent USO Naples is hosting the Annual Naples Got Talent on Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Naples High School cafeteria. The show will feature 10 local talents, competing for the grand prize of two roundtrip airline tickets to the U.S. It will be an evening to highlight the talent of the Naples military community and provide entertainment for the whole family. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the show begins at 6 p.m. For more information, call DSN 626-5713 or 081-568-5713.
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Carney Park Hosts 1st Geocaching Tournament
Feb. 10, 24: Couples Communication Class at FFSC A Couples Communication class is being held at the Fleet and Family Support Center for participants to learn healthy communication skills, understand ways to build connections and handle conflict. Some topics discussed will include couple dynamics, the 5 Love Languages and non-violent communication. The class is open to all couples, regardless of marital status. The class will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 1 to 4 p.m. and on Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Support Site FFSC. For more information or to register, stop by the front desk or call DSN 629-6372 or 081-811-6372.
Feb. 11: Connect the Tots February Craft Party Connect the Tots will be holding a Craft Party on Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 10 a.m. Come create a fun craft project celebrating the month of February. The party will be held in apartment 6 of building 2155, just past the tennis courts and park. The event is open to all U.S. and NATO ID card holders. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/Connect-the-Tots-Club www.facebook.com/connectthetotsnaples.
Feb. 14: Parents’ Night Out Parents can take the night off on Saturday, Feb 14 from 4 p.m. to midnight. The Support Site Child Development Center will be open so parents can enjoy the time with spouses, family or friends. Cost is $4 per hour. Children accepted are from ages 6 weeks to 6th grade. Register at the Support Site or Capodichino CDC from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. by the Friday, one week prior to date. For more details, contact DSN 629-4390 or 629-4989.
Feb. 19: National Prayer Breakfast A National Prayer Breakfast will be held in the Bella Napoli conference room on Capodichino on Thursday, Feb. 19. The event will be from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. and is open to everyone, but limited seats are available. Stop by either the Support Site or Capodichino Chapel to receive a ticket for the breakfast. The guest speaker for the National Prayer Breakfast will be Commodore James A. Aiken, commander of Destroyer Squadron 60. For additional information, please call DSN 626-3539 or 629-4600.
Geocachers search high, and low for clues and caches which lead them to their next destination. (Photo by Caitlyn Knapp, MWR Carney Park)
From MWR
In hopes of getting families active with a fun and exciting new activity, the MWR Navy Outdoor Recreation program hosted a Geocaching Tournament at Carney Park Jan. 24. Geocaching is an outdoor recreational activity, in which participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver or mobile device and other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers, called “geocaches” or “caches,” anywhere in the world. Twenty-five participants found hidden “caches” throughout the park and golf course while collecting clues along the way. Once all clues were found, teams had to decode a Geocaching phrase with the fastest group being crowned
Geocaching Champion. “Whether a muggle or a wizard, geocaching is a great way for friends and families to get together and enjoy a beautiful day in Carney Park,” said Geocaching expert/Carney Park employee Caitlyn Knapp. “This was the first time many people had geocached, and many said they would do it again. Geocaching is a growing activity. There are more than 2.5 million geocaches around the world. “Geocaching is one of those activities where it turns out to be a great fitness activity through walking/running around,” Knapp said. “But it doesn't really feel like a workout.” A special congratulations to the McMonigle family who brought home the winning trophy for their team “Channel 4 News Team.”
Winter Bingo More than 300 community members had a great time Jan. 25, 2015, playing Bingo with the USO at the Naples Middle High School cafeteria. everyone was excited about the wonderful prizes, which included a Scentsy basket from Jen Sellers, a pampered Chef prize from Misty Shehan, Discount on photo sessions by Zayda Barros, Amanda Shields and Athena plichta, Dinner for two at Bambusa, yoga lesson with Alison Mackie and plenty of gift baskets, home appliances, electronics and Disney movie sets. Shout out to the USO Naples volunteer committee, which hosted the event ensuring its great success! Stay tuned for more USO Bingos. (Photo courtesy of Anna Nemeth)
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PANOrAMA January 30, 2015
JOBS HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) To find out what positions are currently open, please contact our front desk at DSN 626-5409 or commercial 081-5685409. Copies of vacancy announcements will be 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 CONUS hires currently residing in the Naples/Gaeta commuting areas MUST apply through USAJOBS in order to receive consideration. CLOSING Feb. 5 Region Investigator/Inspector, GS-1801-12, ANN#EUR15-977271KB, Full Time Permanent Safety and Occupational Health Manager, GS-0018-14, ANN#EUR 15-992464-KB, Full Time Permanent Physical Therapist, GS-0633-09, ANN#EUR15-963872-EG, Full Time Permanent IT Specialist (PLCYPLN/SYSADMIN), GS-2210-12, ANN#EUR15967386-KB-R2, Full Time Permanent CLOSING Feb. 12 Supervisory Air Terminal Operations Manager, GS-2150-12, ANN# EUR15-009697-AG, Full Time Permanent Secretary (O/A), GS-0318-07, ANN# EUR15-988685-EG-R1, Full Time Permanent Administrative/Security Technician, GS-0303-07, ANN#EUR15950489-EG-R1, Full Time Permanent CANCELLED Interdisciplinary (multiple positions), GS-0185/0180/0101-11, ANN# EUR15-996227-AG, Full Time Permanent
LOCAL NATIONAL (LN) POSITIONS If you have any questions, contact the front desk at 626-5409 or 081-5685409. You can also contact the HRO Naples helpdesk at: http://cnic.navy. mil/Europe/About/Jobs/AboutWorkingHere/index.htm. You will be contacted within 24 hours, so please be sure to provide your contact information. Thank you and we appreciate your input, whether negative or positive so that we can find ways to improve the HRO services, or continue to provide excellent service. As a reminder, an HRO Representative is available for the bi-weekly “Meet & Greet” at the NSA, Support Site Base, Navy Exchange Food Court area from 8-9 a.m. Please feel free to come by, pick up a copy of a vacancy announcement that you may be interested in applying for, or ask questions. If the HRO representative is unable to provide you a response, he/she will bring the question back to the HRO office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The next “Meet & Greet” is from 8-9 a.m. on Jan. 26, 2015.
CLOSING Feb. 5 Emergency Dispatcher, Ua-030306, ANN#62588-006138-AG, Full Time Permanent Emergency Dispatcher, Ua-030306, ANN#62588-007002-AG, Full Time Temporary
NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: http://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/ cnreurafswa/about/jobs.html. The necessary application forms are also available on line. For any questions you have you may call 081-568-4164/ 2505/5612. The applications may be emailed to CNREURAFSWA_ NRBO_N9_Personnel@eu.navy.mil
NSA NAPLES US NAF POSITIONS Food Service Worker, NA-7408-04, 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 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years. Assembles and gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from six to nine years old, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 to 12 years, Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 to 18 years. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance. Closing date: Open Until Filled Education Aid/Technician, CY1702-I/II, ANN#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 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years. Assembles and gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from six to nine years, SchoolAge Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 to 12 years, Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 to 18 years. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance. Closing date: Open Until Filled Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#15-016 flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site. Job Summary: Provides oversight of activities and necessary services to authorized patrons. 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 Assistant, NF-018901/02, ANN#15-035 flexible, Fleet & Family Readiness Center, Gaeta, Italy. Job Summary: Serves as a primary front line customer service representative of the overall program as such, must continually present information in a high professional and customer friendly style. Closing date: Open Until Filled Education Technician (Leader), CY-1702-II, ANN#15-050, regular full
time, (Eligible for Post Allowance) Fleet and Family Readiness Program, CYP Division, Teen Center. 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 six 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# 15-058, flexible, MWR Golf Course, Carney Park, Naples. Job Summary: Collects green fees (monthly and daily), locker fees and fees for electric cart rentals. Employee will act as starter when needed on weekdays and assist when needed as cashier. Closing date: Open Until Filled Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#15-059, flexible, Fitness Forum, 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. First Cut-off date: 01/23/2015. Closing date: Open until Filled Education Aid/Technician, CY1702-I/II, ANN#15-063, (Multiple Positions) regular full time, (Eligible for Post Allowance) Child Development Centers, Support Site. Job Summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, dayto-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years. Assembles of gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from six to nine years, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 to 12 years, Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 to 18 years. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Current CDC Support Site employees Only. Closing date: 02/06/2015 Education Technician (Leader), CY-1702-II, ANN#15-070, 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 six 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 CYP Operation Clerk, NF-0303-02, ANN#15-071, regular part time, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, CDC Capo Naples, Italy. Job Summary: The purpose of this CY Program Op-
erations Clerk is to serve as a contact point for information and perform clerical and administrative tasks in support of the CYP, Which includes Child Development Centers (CDCs), Child Development Homes (CDH), and School Age Care (SAC) programs. Closing date: 02/13/2015 Accounting Technician, NF-052503, ANN#15-078, temporary flexible NTE one year, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, NAF Business Office, Naples, Italy. Job Summary: Maintains and reconciles budget and accounting records by implementing principles of accounting and double entry bookkeeping. Closing date: 02/09/2015
Closes 3/28/15. Pay Rate: $8- $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. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.
NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Capodichino Nexmart Ann#50000AJ Sales Clerk/MM /NF-01/ FLEX – Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8-$9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available.
Gricignano, Bldg. 2091-B Call 081-813-5252/5253/5254 / DSN: 629-4774 Hours: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application visit: https://www.NavyExchange.jobs To assist your job search go directly to the location field, open the drop down menu and click on Italy, then click on SEARCH FOR JOBS button. You will see all the jobs in Italy (mostly Naples area); just make sure you are NOT applying for a position located in Sigonella (Sicily). For any questions or concerns please call the numbers above. Gricignano Main Store Ann#150000BK Sales Clerk/HL/ NF-01/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available Distribution Center, Gricignano Ann#15000023 Warehouse Worker/72/NA-05/Flex – Open Until Filled / Closes 3/28/15. Pay Rate: $12.88. Job Summary: Responsible for one or more functions (receiving, storing, issuing and shipping, etc.) within a warehouse area. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. Earth and Vine Shop Ann#1500003K Sales Clerk/PS/ NF-01/FLEX – Open Until Filled /
Gricignano Minimart Ann#1500000W Sales Clerk/MM /NF-01/FLEX – Open Until Filled / Closes 3/28/15. Pay Rate: $8-$9.50 Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES School Age Care Looking for Full-Time Leads Child and Youth Programs is looking for full-time lead positions at the Support Site’s School Age Care Program. The position helps oversee the Before- and After-School Program, in addition to the summer day camp. Apply through the Human Resources Office at Capodichino. Call 081-5684164/2505 to find out what documentation is needed. USO Operations Specialist USO Naples is looking for a full-time Center Operations Specialist. This person delivers customer service and support to military families at the USO Center as well as provides assistance with USO Naples programs, services, event and fleet support. Apply through http://www.uso.org/careers. Call DSN 626-2914 with questions. Contract Dental Assistant Naval Hospital Naples is seeking a full-time contract dental assistant for the Support Site Dental Department. If interested, please contact Ms. Paola Gargiulo at DSN: 629-6117, Comm: 081-811-6117 or email: paola.gargiulo. it@med.navy.mil. The position will remain open from Jan. 16-30, 2015.