Panorama December 11, 2015 by NSA Naples

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Friday, December 11, 2015

Army Beats Navy 32-25 in Annual Flag Football

Navy OPSEC App Available By MC2(SW/AW/IDW) David R. Finley Jr. U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/ U.S. 10th Fleet Public Affairs

Navy Lt. j.g. Joseph Minnich, from Fort Wayne, Indiana, left, plays quarterback against Army at NSA Naples Support Site High School, December 5, 2015. Army won the annual flag football match with a score of 32-25. For the full story and additional photos, turn to pages 10-11. Photo by MC3 Robert S. Price

Car Break-Ins On the Rise During Holidays Be Aware – Be Safe

NSA Tree Lighting Ceremony

From NSA Security

On December 2, Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Security received seven reports of vehicle break-ins; Four at a Parco in Teverola, one in Pozzoli, and two in Naples. There was very little the owners could have done to prevent the damage. Thankfully, the owners had removed all valuables from their vehicles. Consequently, the thieves did not take any items that were of great value. This type of crime is common in our area and during the holiday season it increases; this year is no different. The following are tips to minimize the chances of being a victim or great loss: ● Do NOT leave items worth stealing in your vehicle ● Avoid parking vehicles overnight on the street ● Utilize garage parking, if available ● Patronize business that offer secured parking lots ● Ensure all security features in your house or Parco are functioning properly

Santa Claus visits with children at the Naval Support Activity Naples Support Site Tree Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Market December 4, 2015. The annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and Holiday market offered 13 local vendors, musical performances, a Candy Cane Run foot race, and a visit by Santa to begin the holiday season. Photo by MC3 Robert S. Price

CAPTAIN’S CORNER. . . . . . . . . 2 BASE NOTES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 NAVY HISTORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FFSC CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SOUND OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 MOVIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 JOBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

VETERAN UNEMPLOYMENT DROPPING . . . . . . . . .page 3

CHRISTMAS TREE TRADITIONS . . . . . . . .page 14

USO TOURS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 WORD SEARCH / COLOR ME 14

The Navy released its new mobile Operations Security app designed to make annual training requirements more accessible to Sailors December 3. The Naval OPSEC Support Team (NOST) from Navy Information Operations Command (NIOC) Norfolk, worked closely with Navy Education and Training Center (NETC), Sea Warrior Program (PMW 240) and TRACEN Technologies to develop the app. Sailors can not only complete required training on the OPSEC app, but also access related resources and policies. “Practicing OPSEC and understanding the OPSEC process will facilitate protecting critical information,” Jim Magdalenski, director of the Naval OPSEC Support Team, said. “If shared or not protected, we leave this information vulnerable to adversary collection and aggregation, which could result in actions taken against us and ultimately result in mission failure or even worse, loss of life.” Military family members play an active role in OPSEC and are responsible for protecting unclassified critical information. “One of the biggest benefits for this particular app is that family members can also access the information and complete the training, if they desire,” Magdalenski said. “Family members play a vital role in protecting critical information, and also are the groups most frequently requesting OPSEC training briefs.” NAVY OPSEC Page 13

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CAPTAIN’S CORNER By Capt. Doug Carpenter NSA Naples Commanding Officer The holidays are in full swing with the seasonal Support Site tree lighting last Friday. It was a fantastic community event put on by the professionals at MWR with a lot of support from the NEX, USO, AFN, and many other of or local volunteer driven organizations. On Monday I held a quarterly town hall with special guest Rear Adm. Jack Scorby, our Regional Commander, to discuss a range of topics from operational security to housing and upcoming events. There was a lot of discussion focused on the internet issues experienced at the beginning of the month, and I was able to relay the cause and the steps we are taking to improve service. The internet on Support Site was disrupted by a power outage on Saturday that corrupted the Telecom Italia servers. It was a difficult problem to fix and it took until Monday to figure it out and get the fix in place. I called a meeting with the Telecom Italia staff, NEX Residential Services, Public Works and other stakeholders this past Monday to discuss the failures we experienced and to discuss much needed improvements to our internet service. We are taking steps to better ensure that this type of outage doesn’t happen again, and Telecom Italia committed to improve the internet infrastructure and bandwidth on the Support Site. Additionally, these upgrades will soon allow residents to have the option between a 20 and 40 megabyte service. Another major topic of discussion covered where to look for information concerning closures, maintenance and other major events on base. The PAO Notes, the NSA Naples Facebook page, and the CO’s Radio show (on Friday’s from 7 to 8 a.m. on 107 AFN The Eagle) are the three main sources of getting information out to the community. In the event of an emergency or other development, more urgent notifications are pushed out to the community via the AtHoc messaging service, Giant Voice, and on the AFN emergency channel. Some other suggestions regarding methods of communication were made at the town hall last Monday evening and we are taking steps to get the word out in new and creative ways. Attending town halls is really the best way to have your voice heard regarding community issues. Each quarter I bring all of my department heads, NCIS, the CO of the Hospital, and many others to share the latest information on current issues and hear your comments and concerns in the question and answer session. This venue provides a forum for two-way communications with decision makers and leaders in the community and helps me to better understand the issues on which I should focus more attention. I get a lot out of the town halls, and I hope to continue to have lots of people show up and help make improvements to the quality of life in Naples. Sunday at sunset marked the beginning of Hanukkah across the world which will last for eight days till the nightfall on December 16. The eight-day Jewish celebration commemorates the rededication during the time of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, where according to legend, the Jewish people rose up against their oppressors in the Maccabean Revolt. The Navy consists of Sailors and civilians from all cultures and walks of life. Be sure to take interest and understand the celebrations and customs of those around you. Diversity of people, opinion, and tradition is a core tenet of our success; we in the United States are unified in our celebration of diversity. Celebrate our culture by celebrating the cultures of all. Have a good weekend, enjoy the great weather we are having, and please remain vigilant!

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BASE NOTES Now-Mar. 21: Carney Park Restroom Renovations The Carney Park restrooms will be undergoing renovations beginning December 9. Renovations will be completed March 21. During this time there will be other restrooms available on site. Feel free to come to the park to enjoy events, camping, picnics and more. For details call 081-526-1579. Dec. 15-20: Star Wars Movie Marathon Join MWR at the Support Site Reel Times 2 Cinema for a Star Wars Movie Marathon, including The Force Awakens showing from December 15 to 20. Episodes I - VI will be shown free of charge. For details call DSN 629-4367 or Comm. 081-811-4367. Dec. 11: Marriage Enrichment Workshop: Fearless Marriages A one-day marriage enrichment workshop designed to help military members and their families build resiliency by developing communication and relational skills. Military couples who attend this workshop report stronger relationships and new techniques to promote a happy and enduring marriage. Couples will discover that physical, emotional and commitment safety are foundational for successful communication. The workshop is being held today from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Support Site Chapel Fellowship Hall on the second floor. To register visit http://goo.gl/forms/rKCGzSuJbc For details call 314-626-5255 or email credo@eu.navy.mil Dec. 12: Drug Take Back U.S. Naval Hospital Naples is hosting a drug take back day December 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the NSA Naples Food Court next to the movie theater. If you have any unused or expired medications, drop them off to ensure safe disposal. For details call DSN 629-6225 or Comm. 081-811-6225. Dec. 12 & 19: NOR One Day Snow Trips MWR is offering bus transportation on December 12 and 19 to one of the local ski resorts. Bus departs the Support Site Youth Center parking lot (bus stop C) at 6:15 a.m. and departs the ski resort at 4 p.m. sharp. Cost is $15 per adult and $10 per child 12 and under. Children of active duty members E-5 and below receive free transportation (1 child per 1 paying adult). Lift tickets are available

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at the resort; bring euro in cash. Ski, snowboard and other winter equipment is available for rent at the NOR Ski Shop. Registration for these and all upcoming ski trips begin December 1. For details call DSN 629-4947 or Comm. 081-811-4947. Dec. 12 & 19: Parents’ Night Out Enjoy a night out and let CDC watch your children. Parents’ Night Out will run from 4 p.m. to midnight and is open to children ages six weeks to sixth grade at a cost of $4 per child, per hour. Register by the Friday, one week prior to date, at the Support Site’s or Capodichino’s CDCs. For details or reservations call DSN 629-4989 or Comm. 081-811-4989. Dec. 13: Christmas Cantata Mark your Calendars and come enjoy a taste of Italian and English Christmas Music at the 16th Annual Christmas Cantata. The Italian Choir “Il Coro Annibale Messore” will be performing at the Support Site Chapel on December 13 at 5 p.m. Event is free of charge. For details call DSN 629-4600 or 626-3539. Dec. 15: Liberty New Hours of Operation Beginning December 15, the Liberty Centers at Capo and Support Site will follow the following hours: Capo (building 449) Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.1 p.m.; Support Site (building 2038, apt. 2) MondaySaturday, noon-8 p.m.; U.S. Naval Hospital Naples Barracks, Wednesday and Friday, 2-8 p.m. The Liberty program is open to Single/Unaccompanied Service Members, E-1 to E-5. For details call Capo at DSN 626-4896 or Support Site at DSN 629-4192. Dec. 16: PTSA Holiday Bazaar with Silent Auction The Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) will be hosting a Holiday Bazaar with Silent Auction December 16 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the High School Cafeteria. Proceeds go toward students, teachers, school, and ultimately the community. We are hoping for a great success with the bazaar this year. We are in need of: Businesses that would like to sell their items, foods, drinks or provide a game table. For details or to register to be a seller, contact the fundraising chairperson at newmusic99@yahoo.com or 347-456-6728.

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Veteran Unemployment Rate Lowest in Nearly 8 Years By Terri Moon Cronk DoD News

A concerted national effort to hire veterans, coupled with their sought-after essential skills training, likely had an effect on making October’s veteran unemployment rate the lowest since April 2008, a Defense Department official said November 30. Susan S. Kelly, who leads DoD’s Transition to Veterans Program Office, spoke to DoD News about the October Bureau of Labor Statistics Report published by the Labor Department, which indicated that veteran unemployment has been lower than the rate of nonveteran unemployment for 23 consecutive weeks. In October, the veteran unemployment rate stood at just 3.9 percent, while nonveteran unemployment was 5.4 percent. Kelly said she believes the drop in veterans’ unemployment stems from several factors, such as the economic upturn across the country, as well as the many layers of effort in the public and private sectors to hire veterans. In addition, she said, employers are seeking the professional “essential skills” ingrained in every veteran. “Employers have been telling us the last 18 months, ‘We can train them in technical skills, but the [other skills] take years to develop,” Kelly said. Those “essential skills” include leadership, ability to handle work stress, persistence, attention to detail, interpersonal skills, teamwork and team-building, oral and written communication, decision making, training people, supervising, critical thinking and project planning, she said, adding that the philosophy behind hiring veterans has evolved from the “right thing to do” to “the smart thing to do.” “The heads of corporations say they spend millions of dollars every year teaching their managers leadership skills,” she said, and employers have learned that veterans arrive at the workplace already equipped with these skills. Veteran Hiring: A Snowball Effect Not long ago, veteran unemployment among young veterans ranged in the double digits. When the White House’s Joining Forces initiative began in 2011, it called on all sectors of society to hire veterans and spouses and “opened avenues for veteran employment,” Kelly noted. At DoD, with the help of several federal

agencies, Kelly led the transformation of the Transition Assistance Program into weeklong, mandatory training for transitioning service members, giving them the skills and knowledge necessary to secure jobs, seek education and pursue optional training, such as how to start a business. More federal agencies, corporations and nonprofit organizations joined the hiring effort and sought veterans for employment. For example, national retailer Wal-Mart launched the “Greenlight a Vet” campaign to shine a light on how veterans enrich communities and to encourage hiring veterans, who are known to take action quickly, show great leadership skills and “represent the best of America,” an organization statement noted. Several organizations, including the Institute for Veterans and Military Families; Team Red, White and Blue; Team Rubicon; Blue Star Families; and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Hiring Our Heroes program have also joined the effort. “Each one brings us a unique contribution to veteran unemployment,” Kelly said. Rand Corp. Endorses Veteran Skillset While it was understood veterans had strong work ethics and skills, Kelly said, those basics weren’t “codified” until DoD enlisted the Rand Corp. to study the combat arms profession -- the field with the fewest technical skills transferrable to civilian employment. Since Rand’s study this year, it has endorsed hiring veterans and illustrated how veterans’ essential skills line up “very well” with what the Labor Department, academia and economists named as necessary in the 21st century workforce, she said. The professional standards taught to troops are an asset to the civilian workforce during a time when the nation is challenged to fill what Kelly calls “a gap in workforce skills.” She said that while DoD is “delighted” with the drop in veteran unemployment, the turnaround is an ongoing effort that is continually adapting to new lessons learned. “We look at these skills as an asset for the workforce, but our veterans have an incredible amount of attributes that can be used in all aspects of community life,” Kelly said. “They can be leaders, and in [those] I meet, I tell them to run for public office, because our nation needs leaders, and they have what it takes … for the betterment of all of community life.”

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

Club Beyond is searching for volunteers to serve as adult leaders. Leaders assist in planning, setup and conducting small group meetings with students in grades 7 through 12. Leadership training lasts a month. For details call Diane Vanderpool at DSN 629-4600. The Transatlantic Council Of The Boy Scouts of America is looking for Eagle Scouts in the Naples community to update the National Eagle Scout Association database. All Eagle Scouts, both active and not active in scouting are asked to send an email with their last name, first name, email address, hometown/community, and council/district name where they earned their Eagle rank, to jeffarter@hotmail.com. “Once an Eagle, always an Eagle.” Naples American Red Cross (ARC) needs volunteers. For details or to register for a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-5684788 or 626-4788 or visit American Red Cross Naples on Facebook. Fleet and Family Support Center is looking for volunteers to assist in the event of an emergency. Volunteers could be called upon if families are relocated to Support Site due to a natural disaster or similar emergency that exceeds what the FFSC staff can support. Volunteers may greet families, inquire about needs, organize supplies, complete paperwork, etc. Being on the list does not obligate anyone to a future event. For details call 081-811-6372 or email FFSCNSANaplesItaly@eu.navy.mil. Animals Without Limits (AWL) is searching for volunteers who want to help at our Animal Hospice in Lago Patria. We also need volunteers for different projects on the Support Site base. For details email awlrescueteam@gmail.com or director@animalswithoutlimits.com. The American Soccer Club (ASC) of Napoli is looking for qualified coaches. For details email doc@ascnapoli.com. Ongoing / On the Horizon The Naples Middle High School Music Boosters Is your Naples Middle High School student in Band, Choir, Orchestra, or Flag Team? If so, then he / she benefits from NMHS Music Boosters. We are a growing organization that ensures all Naples Middle High School music programs continue performing at the highest levels. Help support Music Boosters with your yearly family membership of $25 (other membership levels also available). Volunteers are continuously needed to assist with several projects. For details email musicboostersnaples@gmail.com or visit NMHS Music Boosters on Facebook.

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NAVY HISTORY: FIRST SHIP-BASED RADAR INSTALLED From the Navy Research Laboratory

On December 9, 1938, a prototype shipboard radar, XAF, designed and built by the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), was installed on the battleship USS New York (BB 34). The term “RADAR” was coined in 1940 by the NRL as an acronym for RAdio Detection And Ranging. Under the greatest secrecy, installation on other Navy vessels began in 1940. The new radar proved its worth in detecting the enemy ships and aircraft throughout World War II. NRL’s XAF radar, fondly known as the “flying bedspring,” due to its square-ish shape, was the prototype that showed the Navy what this new radio detecting and ranging system was capable of doing. The XAF radar was installed aboard USS New York (BB 34) in preparation for fleet exercises in the Caribbean in early 1939. During the at-sea exercises, the 200 MHz XAF system successfully spotted aircraft at distances up to 48 miles and ships at 10 miles, and could even follow 14-inch shells in flight. It also detected and pinpointed destroyers making nighttime simulated torpedo attacks. NRL physicist Robert M. Page, one of the developers of the XAF system and inventor of many other radar technologies, was aboard New York and later described the reaction after the mock attacks. “These performances were at night, with no possibility of seeing the destroyers. Their lights were out,” Page said. “That really impressed the officers. From then on they were sold on the stuff and they would give us anything we wanted.” Commander, Atlantic Squa-

dron Adm. A.W. Johnson was greatly impressed with the new technology and urged the Navy to use and develop RADAR. “The equipment is one of the most important military developments since the advent of radio itself,” Johnson said. “Its value as a defensive instrument of war and as an instrument for avoidance of collisions at sea justifies the Navy’s unlimited development of the equipment.” XAF’s capabilities resulted in the recommendation for immediate procurement of “10 to 20 of

SPOTLIGHT: LN1 AMANDA KING

the devices in their present form” for installation on Fleet vessels. The NRL system went rapidly to production by RCA as the CXAM and CXAM-1 models, and by the time the United States entered World War II, these radar units were installed on 20 Navy vessels, mainly heavy cruisers, carriers and battleships. Radar surged in importance, and NRL, which had a wideranging program of radio research, developed prototypes of air and submarine radars that were also used during the war. Today, NRL continues to be a leading center for research and development of radar systems.

The XAF radar installed and operating on the battleship USS New York (BB 34), circa 19381939. The XAF radar is now on display at the National Electronics Museum in Linthicum, Maryland. U.S. Naval Research Laboratory photo

Legalman First Class Amanda King, from Indianapolis, Indiana, joined the Navy in September of 2006. She reported to U.S. Naval Hospital Naples in January 2015. King is a vital asset to the Command Suite and works directly under the supervision of the Staff Judge Advocate. Her duties include facilitating and processing criminal and administrative investigations, disciplinary matters for non-judicial punishment, administrative separations, providing training on legal matters, and providing power-ofattorney and notary services to staff and patients admitted to the hospital. King is the command suite’s training officer and supply petty officer, which means she regularly provides training to senior leadership. Outside of work, King likes to volunteer with the child youth program. She recently volunteered at the color run. “It was so much fun seeing all the kids having such a great time,” she said. King enjoys playing board games, learning how to speak Italian, and of course, traveling and seeing new places. She loves how dog-friendly Italy is. She has been able to take her dog Lola on boats, trains and buses, which saves her money by not having to pay for dog sitters and most places don’t have pet fees. Her goals are to complete her bachelor’s degree in legal studies and eventually retire as a chief or above.

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5 FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER EVENTS THIS WEEK December 11, 2015

SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2015 BIRTHS SEPTEMBER Jeptember 2, 2015, Morton Maurice Taylor III 6 pounds 1.7 ounces, son of HN Nakindria D. Taylor and HM2 Morton M. Taylor Jr

September 28, 2015, Norah Jean Pavoni 9 pounds, daughter of LN1 Stephani J. Pavoni and Travis K. Pavoni

September 7, 2015, Alessio Gianni Sanchez 7 pounds 11.6 ounces, son of Marlene Sanchez and Lt. Col. Gerard Sanchez

OCTOBER October 3, 2015, Kaden Anthony Killings 6 pounds 3.6 ounces, son of Angelina M. Killings and PO2 Kendrick D. Killings

September 8, 2015, Christian Alexander Hyney 7 pounds 5.6 ounces, son of Federica Margarido and IT1 Rylee J. Hyney

October 8, 2015, Marcus Thomas Morgan 7 pounds 12 ounces, son of Karena A. Morgan and Sgt. Michael J. Morgan

September 12, 2015, Gia Isabella Agreda 7 pounds 9 ounces, daughter of Norma Agreda and HMC Alex Agreda

October 10, 2015, Aria Adelynne Martinez 7 pounds 14.8 ounces, daughter of Elizabeth AguirreGarcia and CTM2 Aaron A. Martianez

September 12, 2015, Catherine Grace Ashburn-Forest 6 pounds 8 ounces, daughter of Amy D. Ashburn and YN1 Randolph X. Forest

October 13, 2015, Parley Neal Ward 9 pounds 2.7 ounces, son of Holly D. Ward and MU2 Nathan N. Ward

September 12, 2015, Wyatt Lincoln Messiha 5 pounds 13 ounces, son of Lt. Tess M. Messiha and Lt. Evan Messiha September 16, 2015, Josephine Anne Catherina Verhoeven 7 pounds 0.2 ounces, daughter of Marjolein Josephina Barbara Verhoeven September 17, 2015, Lennox Alexander Nixon 8 pounds 13.1 ounces, son of Courtney J. Nixon and James A. Nixon September 19, 2015, Cecilia Dianne Carlisle 6 pounds 13.5 ounces, daughter of Tiffany A. Carlisle and Lt. Cmdr. Parker S. Carlisle September 20, 2015, Zuri Julianna Diaz 8 pounds 14 ounces, daughter of Zeralin M. Diaz and OS2 John M. Diaz September 21, 2015, Garin Charles Zeuske 7 pounds 1.7 ounces, son of MA1 Erica J. Zeuske and Dustin B. Zeuske September 28, 2015, 2015, Mowgli Vaughn Hessel 8 pounds 12.3 ounces, son of Olivia C. Hessel and BU1 Eric E. Hessel

October 15, 2015, Wyatt Emerson Miller 7 pounds 4.1 ounces, son of Lt. Kathryn A. Miller and George F. Miller October 15, 2015, Frederik Willi Koch 7 pounds 4.2 ounces, son of Katharina A. Koch and OF-3 GE Christian Koch October 19, 2015, Ryan Matthew Kopatz 8 pounds .4 ounces, son of Denise P. Kopatz and Staff Sgt. Donald E. Kopatz Jr

December 18: Vacationist Sisters Pre-school, Licola, 10 a.m. to noon. The school has 60 children. For details call 344-297-3722. December 19: Reparatrix Sisters Pre-school, Montella, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. The school is in a rural area of Avellino. For details call 342-719-2495 or 345-807-2209. December 20: Evangelical Baptist Church, Casoria, 5:30 to 7 p.m. The ministry is led by Pastor Doug Valenzuela, a son of a U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer and a missionary since 1978. For details call 331-570-2787.

● Dec. 11: Xmas Alley, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Meeting Point: Mccafe by the Airport) ● Dec. 14: Hand Gestures, 10 to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 14: Infant Massage, 11 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 15: Love and Logic (Week 5), 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 15: Explore Vomero, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Meeting point: Mccafe by the Airport) ● Dec. 16: How to support Your Tween in School Environmental, noon to 1 p.m., Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 17: Smooth Move, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 17: Labor and Delivery Relaxation Techniques, 9 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 22: Growth and Development, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Support Site FFSC ● Dec. 22: Italian Cooking Class, 10:10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Meeting point: Outside Support Site Main Gate. Need 2 AC1 Tickets. Cost: 15 euro ● Dec. 23: Development and Effective Discipline Methods, noon to 1 p.m., Support Site FFSC

October 19, 2015, Marcus Jae Alexander 8 pounds .4 ounces, son of Allison N. Alexander and HM1 Jon G. Alexander

All classes require registration. Call 081-811-6372 for more information or to register.

October 21, 2015, Aubree Brooke Gibbs 7 pounds 3 ounces, daughter of Krystal K. Gibbs and ET2 Justin C. Gibbs

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October 23, 2015, Emera Dee Rose 7 pounds 6 ounces, daughter of Haley B. Rose and Lt. Ryan L. Rose October 27, 2015, Nea Bianca Carbonell 5 pounds 8 ounces, daughter of Ilaria Allegretta and ABH2 Lawrence C. Carbonell

How to Lend a Hand to Operation Help for the Holidays December 16: Reparatrix Sisters’ Preschool, Naples, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The school has 95 children. For details call 342-7192495.

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

December 21: Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Hearts Preschool, Carinaro, noon to 1 p.m. The School Ministry is led by Sister Carla and Sister Malou. For details call 349-569-2779 or 345-807-2209. December 23: Christmas Luncheon for San Gennaro, Pozzuoli, noon to 2 p.m. For details call DSN 6265860 or 39-339-863-4816. December 26: Christmas Luncheon with about 40 priests and nuns in Rome, all day. This is a pot-luck event. Volunteers are encouraged to bring humanitarian items such as hygienic materials and non-perishable food. Mass will be celebrated prior to lunchtime. For details call 39-388-7654552.

Taking the next step From 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.

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SOUND OFF: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CHRISTMAS CAROL?

MA1 Brian Martin

LS2 Daniela Sanchez

“My mama said when I was younger the only song I sang was ‘Jingle Bells’ and she must have been right, because I can scream that one.”

“‘Feliz Navidad,’ because it reminds me of where I come from.”

Derrick Engel “The moment it hit December the first song that popped into my head was ‘It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.’”

HN Cameron Morley

HN Christopher Snyder

“‘Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer,’ because when I was younger I could play it on piano and I played it all the time.”

“‘Jingle Bells’ because I sing it karaoke with my mom all the time.”

Study of Blood Samples from Adenovirus-Vaccinated Military Members Shows No Virus Post-Vaccination By Regena Kowitz Naval Health Research Center Public Affairs

A study conducted by the Naval Health Research Center (NHRC), published in the Journal of Clinical Virology Oct. 29, found that blood samples from military members who received the adenovirus vaccine had no detectable amounts of the virus post-vaccination. “Recruits are an important source of voluntary blood donations for the military health system,” Lt. Cmdr. Lori Perry, a preventive medicine physician at NHRC and study author, said. “The donated blood is used at military hospitals for active duty, retired

military, and their family members, some of whom may be immunocompromised. Maintaining recruits’ wellbeing is imperative to ensuring healthy and usable donations, which is why this study was initiated.” The adenovirus vaccine has been given routinely at recruit training centers starting in October 2011 to help reduce adenovirus infections among the recruits, which can be common in this population. Close living spaces and training-related stress and fatigue are likely factors that contribute to recruits’ susceptibility to these infections. According to Perry, there is currently no published research showing

adenovirus vaccine-generated viremia, a condition in which the virus enters the bloodstream, potentially infecting other body systems. The concern with the blood donated by recruits was that the adenovirus could be transmitted to the recipient through the donated blood. “We wanted to know if, and for how long, adenovirus could be found in blood post-vaccination,” Perry said. “We collected and tested blood samples from 249 recruits at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego prevaccination and at several time points post-vaccination from the third day up to day 61. No detectable adenovirus was found in any of the

blood samples at any time.” According to the study, the findings indicate that blood donations from a service member vaccinated with adenovirus do not pose any greater risk than any routine blood transfusion to immunocompromised patients. As the DoD’s premier deployment health research center, NHRC’s cutting-edge research and development is used to optimize the operational health and readiness of the nation’s armed forces. In proximity to more than 95,000 active duty service members, world-class universities, and industry partners, NHRC sets the standard in joint ventures, innovation, and translational research.

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Naples Area First Class Petty Officers Association is composed of members from different rates with one mission: To enhance community relations, promote awareness of our duties as Sailors, and fortify the professional and social welfare of our service members. We normally convene every other week alternating Tuesdays and Thursdays. Visit us and bring a friend. For details call YN1 Gordon at DSN: 626-7733. Women, Infants, Children (WIC) Overseas Program is offered at NSA Naples. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum or have an infant or child under the age of five may qualify for the program. WIC Overseas is a nutrition education program that provides nutritious supplemental foods. For deails call 081-811-4962. NATO Lions Rugby: International rugby club lead by professional English coach Jamie Ball. Practices are held at Carney Park every Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The club is open to training and developing all interested players. For details contact Corey Keating at 340-695-7971 or email CoreyJohnKeating@Gmail.com or visit the NATO LIONS RFC (NAPLES ITALY) facebook page. Naples Middle High School Marching Band Parents of Naples Middle High School Students: Looking for a fun and educational after school activity for your kids? Good news! There is still time to join the NMHS Marching Band! Interested? Check us out Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m. in the Band Room. For details, email louis.hewett@eu.dodea.edu Harry S. Truman Lodge No. 649 meets 6:30 p.m. every second and fourth Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. For details call Chris Gerbore at 333-704-9607 or email gerborechris@hotmail.com or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/HST649.

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

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

Alcoholics Anonymous hosts Englishspeaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For details call 339267-7075 or visit www.alcoholics-anonymous.eu/ countries/italy.htm.

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

The Naples Toastmasters Club provides materials and experience to improve competent communication and leadership skills. Meetings are at 6:30 p.m. on the first & third Tuesdays of the month at the Support Site Community Center. Guests welcome. For details visit www.naplestoastmasters.wix.com/ toastmastersnaples or Toastmasters Naples Italy on Facebook. Boy Scout Troop 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Support Site Community Center. For details email scoutmastertroop007@gmail.com or visit: https://www.facebook.com/ BSATroop007; https://www.troopwebhost.org/Troop007Naples or https://www. troopwebhost.org/ FormHTML.aspx?site= Troop007Naples. Girl Scouts Overseas Naples is excited to support young leaders in action. We are much more than cookies; we show girls how to contribute positively in this world. From arts and crafts to camping trips and more Naples Girl Scouts wants girls to be have fun learning. For details visit https://sites.google.com/site/usagsonaples/ or USA Girl Scouts - Naples, Italy on Facebook.

Carney Park Ladies Golf Association meets at 9 a.m. Mondays. All skill levels welcome. Discounted play with membership. For details call Carol Borkowski at 081-804-3345 or Carney Park Golf Course at 081-526-4296. University of Oklahoma Graduate Degrees The University of Oklahoma offers the master of human relations onsite graduate degree program. Courses meet in a series of four evenings and one weekend. For details call the OU office at DSN: 626-6672 or visit the office at Capodichino in the Admin II building. Latinos Unidos Welcomes New Members Meetings are 2 p.m. on the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For details email michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil or call 3346771-0327, or gabriel.sermeno@eu. navy.mil or call 081-811-5554.

Navy League Naples has three missions: to enhance the morale of active duty personnel and their families; to inform Congress and the American public on the importance of strong sea services; and to support youth through programs such as the Junior ROTC that expose young people to the values of our sea services. For details call Betty Reese at 081526-8051 or visit www.navyleague.org.

Naval Hospital Religious Services Tuesday: Silent prayer (7:15-7:45 a.m.) in the hospital chapel. Traditional hymn and praise and worship music will be provided during this time; Wednesday Roman Catholic Mass (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) in the hospital chapel (call 081-811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being held); and Thursday Men’s Fellowship and Bible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospital galley.

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

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

Educational & Developmental Intervention Service Screenings Now Available Room W09, Support Site Village Forum. For eligible children who have not reached their third birthday. If you are concerned about your child’s development, contact EDIS at 081-811-4676.

Naples Officials Association Needs Referees For details call Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346-680-3282 or email nalexander@ afsouth.nato.int. Gaeta/Naples Area Girl Scouts is in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training and support provided. For details email naplesgs@yahoo.com.

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MOVIE SCHEDULE

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

Friday, December 11 4:30 p.m. The Peanuts Movie, G 5:30 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2, PG-13 7:30 p.m. Our Brand Is Crisis, R 8:30 p.m. In the Heart of the Sea, PG-13, 3-D

The Knights Of Columbus, San Gennaro Council 14853, meets at noon on the third Sunday of each month at the Support Site Chapel Offices. For details email robert Kenney at kofcnaples @gmail.com

Saturday, December 12 3 p.m. The Peanuts Movie, G, 3-D 5 p.m. The Good Dinosaur, PG 5:45 p.m. Spectre, PG-13 7:30 p.m. Burnt, R 8:30 p.m. The 33, PG-13

The Naples Christian Homeschool Association meets every month to support families who have chosen to educate their own children. We offer weekly park/pool days, a moms’ night out and field trips to explore Bella Napoli and beyond. For details email Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com. The Naples Middle High School PTSA is looking for volunteers to help provide information, resources and events that strengthen the connections between students, parents, the school and the community. A yearly membership is $10 and joining is a great way to get involved, meet the teachers, other parents and your child’s friends. For details email NaplesPTSAteam@ gmail.com or Naples Middle High School PTSA on Facebook. Security Note: All DoD military or civilian personnel hosting an event off base must complete a Special Event Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 days in advance, regardless of organization, if the event will involve 50 or more personnel, include distinguished visitors or involve personnel wearing uniforms. For details call the AT/FP Division at 081-568-5525 or visit the division office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403.

Catholic Women of The Chapel meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning. Child care provided. We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for bible study. For details email cwocnaples@gmail.com or visit Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy on Facebook. Naples Area Nurses Association (NANA) is an organization of nurses that work together to fundraise, participate in social events, and provide support throughout the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples and NSA Naples community. For details email Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelley.beltz@ med.navy.mil or Lt. Jenny Paul at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil.

The U.S. Military Retiree Association of Southern Italy (USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing the interests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you are not a member and are eligible, visit the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod.com or call Wylie Miller at 329-208-7315. Cub Scout Pack 007 Want to camp in Nettuno, hike in Cuma, go bowling or participate in swimming and archery? Then Cub Scouts is the place for you! Boys in first through fifth grade meet three times per month to learn skills that they apply on hiking, camping and service outings. For details email naplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit www.cubscoutingnaples.org.

The Naples Area Second Class Petty Officer Association meets every other Tuesday in the Capodichino Theater at noon to discuss upcoming community outreach opportunities and charity events. For details, call MA2 Amanda Bauer at DSN 626-4955 or MC2 Eva-Marie Ramsaran at DSN 626-5249. Napoli Nation Fan Club is a group that helps community members attend SSC Napoli soccer games, promotes intercultural relations and provides SSC Napoli information to the community. Membership benefits include SSC Napoli gear, discounted tickets and entry to Napoli Nation functions. For details visit USASSCNapoli on Facebook. Filipino-American Association of Naples, Italy meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For details call Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-7604446 or visit Fil-Am Naples on Facebook. Seventh Day Adventist Worship Service takes place Saturdays at Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon. The schedule is: Sabbath School lessons, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:45 to 11 a.m.; Divine Service, 11 a.m. to noon. For details call Paolo Fleurant at 328-194-6897 or email naplesadventistsgroup@ yahoo.com. Connect The Tots Club unites families with children from newborn to pre-school age within the Naples military community. Club events include monthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craft activities and more. For details visit www. meetup.com/Connect-the-Tots-Club.

Sunday December 13 3 p.m. The Good Dinosaur, PG, 3-D 4 p.m. Spectre, PG-13 6 p.m. In the Heart of the Sea, PG-13 7 p.m. Creed, PG-13 Monday, December 14 Closed, No Movies Tuesday, December 15 4:30 p.m. The Peanuts Movie, G

5 p.m. Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, FREE 7:30 p.m. Creed, PG-13 8 p.m. Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, FREE Wednesday, December 16 4:30 p.m. The Good Dinosaur, PG 5 p.m. Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith, FREE 8 p.m. Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, FREE 7:30 p.m. In the Heart of the Sea, PG-13 Thursday, December 17 4:30 p.m. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2, PG-13 5 p.m. Star Wars Episode V: Empire Strikes Back, FREE 8 p.m. Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi, FREE 7:30 p.m. The 33, PG-13 11:59 p.m. Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, 3-D

No Children Under 10 Admitted to R-Rated Movies

Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2

PG, Animation, 88 min. Cast: Jason Lee, Tony Hale, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Josh Green, Justin Long. Through a series of misunderstandings, Alvin, Simon and Theodore come to believe that Dave is going to propose to his new girlfriend in New York City ... and dump them. They have three days to get to him and stop the proposal, saving themselves not only from losing Dave but possibly from gaining a terrible stepbrother.

PG-13, Action-Adventure, 136 min. Cast: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks. With the nation of Panem in a full scale war, Katniss confronts President Snow in the final showdown. Teamed with a group of her closest friends – including Gale, Finnick and Peeta – Katniss goes off on a mission with the unit from District 13 as they risk their lives to liberate the citizens of Panem, and stage an assassination attempt on President Snow who has become increasingly obsessed with destroying her. The mortal traps, enemies, and moral choices that await Katniss will challenge her more than any arena she faced in The Hunger Games.

Burnt R, Comedy, 100 min. Cast: Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller, Omar Sy, Daniel Brhl, Matthew Rhys. Chef Adam Jones had it all – and lost it. A two-star Michelin rockstar with the bad habits to match, the former enfant terrible of the Paris restaurant scene did everything different every time out, and only ever cared about the thrill of creating explosions of taste. To land his own kitchen and that third elusive Michelin star though, he’ll need the best of the best on his side, including the beautiful Helene. This remarkably funny and emotional story is about the love of food, the love between two people, and the power of second chances.

Creed PG-13, Drama 132 min. Cast: Michael B. Jordan, Sylvester Stallone, Tessa Thompson, Phylicia Rashad, Anthony Bellew. Adonis Johnson never knew his famous father, world heavy weight champion Apollo Creed, who died before he was born. Still, there’s no denying that boxing is in his blood, so Adonis heads to Philadelphia, the site of Apollo Creed’s legendary match with a tough upstart named Rocky Balboa. Rocky sees in Adonis the strength and determination he had known in Apollo – the fierce rival who became his closest friend.

The Night Before R, Comedy, 101 min. Cast: Lizzy Caplan, Joseph GordonLevitt, Miley Cyrus, Seth Rogen, Anthony Mackie. Ethan, Isaac, and Chris have been friends since childhood, and for a decade, their yearly Christmas Eve reunion has been an annual night of debauchery and hilarity. Now that they’re entering adulthood, the tradition is coming to an end, and to make it as memorable as possible, they set out to find the Nutcracka Ball – the Holy Grail of Christmas parties.

The Peanuts Movie G, Animation, 86 min. Cast: Noah Schnapp, Hadley Belle Miller, A.J. Tecce, Noah Johnston, Venus Schultheis. Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the beloved “Peanuts” gang make their big-screen debut, like they’ve never been seen before, in state-of-the-art 3-D animation. Charlie Brown, the world’s most beloved underdog, embarks upon an epic and heroic quest, while his best pal, the lovable beagle Snoopy, takes to the skies to pursue his arch-nemesis, the Red Baron.

The Good Dinosaur

Spectre

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

PG-13, Action-Adventure, 146 min. Cast: Daniel Craig, Christoph Waltz, La Seydoux, Naomie Harris, Ben Whishaw. A cryptic message from Bond’s past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind Spectre.

In the Heart of the Sea Premiere PG-13, Drama, Action-Adventure, 122 min. Cast: Chris Hemsworth, Cillian Murphy, Ben Whishaw, Brendan Gleeson, Joseph Mawle. In the winter of 1820, the New England whaling ship Essex was assaulted by something no one could believe: a whale of mammoth size and will, and an almost human sense of vengeance. The real-life maritime disaster would inspire Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick. But that told only half the story. This film reveals the encounter’s harrowing aftermath, as the ship’s surviving crew is pushed to their limits and forced to do the unthinkable to stay alive. Braving storms, starvation, panic and despair, the men will call into question their deepest beliefs, from the value of their lives to the morality of their trade, as their captain searches for direction on the open sea and his first mate still seeks to bring the great whale down.

Our Brand Is Crisis R, Comedy, 108 min. Cast: Sandra Bullock, Anthony Mackie, Billy Bob Thornton, Zoe Kazan, Scoot McNairy. A Bolivian presidential candidate failing badly in the polls enlists the firepower of an elite American management team, led by the deeply damaged but still brilliant strategist “Calamity” Jane Bodine. In self-imposed retirement following a scandal that earned her nickname and rocked her to her core, Jane is coaxed back into the game for the chance to beat her professional nemesis, the loathsome Pat Candy, now coaching the opposition. But as Candy zeroes in on every vulnerability, both on and off the campaign trail, Jane is plunged into a personal crisis as intense as the one her team exploits nationally to boost their numbers.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Premiere PG-13, SciFi-Fantasy, 136 min. Cast: John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, Oscar Isaac, Adam Driver, Domhnall Gleeson. In this continuation of the “Star Wars” saga, balance returns to the Force as the First Order, emerging from the ashes of the Empire, clashes with the Resistance, which includes scrappy newcomers as well as heroes from the former Rebel Alliance.

Steve Jobs R, Drama, 122 min. Cast: Michael Fassbender, Kate Winslet, Seth Rogen, Jeff Daniels, Katherine Waterston. Set backstage at three iconic product launches and ending in 1998 with the unveiling of the iMac, this film takes us behind the scenes of the digital revolution to paint an intimate portrait of the brilliant man at its epicenter.

The 33 Premiere PG-13, Drama, 128 min. Cast: Bob Gunton, Cote de Pablo, Antonio Banderas, Rodrigo Santoro, Juliette Binoche. The true story of the 2010 collapse of a Chilean mine and the rescue of the 33 miners who were trapped underground for 69 days.

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

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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Army Beats Navy 32-25

By MC3 Robert S. Price Navy Public Affairs Support Element East Detachment Europe

The Naples area Army team triumphed over the Navy football team at the Naples High School football field during the annual flag-football match December 5. The two flag football teams have been battling for more than a decade for bragging rights and to entertain the base community. The football match, hosted by MWR Fitness & Sports, boasted a large silver cup to the winning team and individual runner-up trophies to top competitors. Spectators were encouraged to come out and support their favorite team, and also help judge a Rib-Cook-Off taking place at the event. The local Army-Navy flag football game is a precursor for the traditional Army-Navy collegiate football game between the Navy Midshipmen of Annapolis, Maryland, and the Army Black Knights of West Point, New York. One of the oldest football rivalries in the country, Navy won last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game 17-10, which brought their current streak to 13 straight wins. The collegiate Army-Navy game plays tomorrow at Philadelphiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lincoln Financial Field at 3 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

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Photos by MC3 Robert S. Price

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JOBS HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) To find out what positions are currently open, please contact our front desk at DSN 626-5409 or commercial 081-5685409. Copies of vacancy announcements will be also posted at the Human Resources Office, located at Admin I building at Capodichino, first floor. The customer service hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) at Support Site will also have vacancy announcements at the HRO website: http://cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/Jobs.html Applications are accepted at the Security Pass and ID Office at Capodichino, or at the HRO, located in Admin 1, Capodichino, or by mailing to: HRO, PSC 817 Box 29, FPO AE 09622, or at Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) located on the TLA first floor, at Support Site. HRO must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement. Customer service operation hours for the following HRO services are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9-11 a.m. and from 1-3 p.m.: • ID/CAC Cards (DD1172-2) • Requests for an Official Passport (DD1056) • Logistical Support Letters • Work Certificates

U.S. POSITIONS CONUS hires currently residing in the Naples/Gaeta commuting areas MUST apply through USAJOBS to receive consideration. CLOSING December 17 Security Officer, GS-0080-11, ANN#EUR16-265300-AV, Full Time Permanent Emergency Response Dispatcher, GS-2151-07, ANN# EUR16-265304-AV, Full Time Temporary (Multiple positions) Housing Manager, GS-1173-12, ANN#EUR16-267232-AV, Full Time Permanent Administrative Support Assistant, GS-0303-06, ANN#EUR16266268-XD, Full Time Permanent Financial Technician, GS-050309, ANN#EUR16-257865-XD-R1, Full Time Permanent CLOSING December 24 IT Specialist (INET), GS-2210-11, ANN#EUR16-271138-VT, Full Time Permanent Information Technology (IT) Specialist, GS-2210-12, ANN# EUR16-271074-VT, Full Time Permanent Electronics Technician, GS0856-12, ANN#EUR16-271072-VT, Full Time Permanent Real Property Accountability Officer, GS-1101-12, ANN# EUR16-241577-MM, Full Time Permanent Electronics Technician, GS0856-12, ANN#EUR16-248384-VT, Full Time Permanent CLOSING February 29 Program Assistant (O/A), GS0344-07, ANN#EUR16-257750-AG, (Multiple positions), Full-Time Temporary (Second cut-off: December 24

LOCAL NATIONAL (LN) POSITIONS IMPORTANT NOTICE: The appli-

cation form and instructions on how to apply have been revised. Any prior editions will be obsolete and will no longer be considered beginning 1 Jan 2016. Applications that do not conform to the revised instructions will not be considered. CLOSING December 17 Quality Assurance Assistant, Ua-0303-04, ANN#40411-266288AG, Full Time Temporary Materials Handler (FLO), Uc6907-06, ANN#40411-266321-AG, Full Time Permanent Procurement Support Specialist, Ua-1101-01, ANN#3049B260449-XD, Full Time Permanent, (AOC: Current CNREURAFSWA (3049B) Local National permanent employees only) CLOSING December 24 Purchasing Agent, Ua-1105-04, ANN#40411-266263-AG, Full Time Permanent

CANCELLED Financial Manangement Analyst, GS-0501-12, ANN#EUR15-046766-EG-R1, 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 8-9 a.m. Please feel free to come by, pick up a copy of a vacancy announcement that you may be interested in applying for, or ask questions. If the HRO representative is unable to provide you a response, he/she will bring the question back to the HRO office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The date for the next “Meet & Greet” is yet to be determined.

NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: http://www.cnic.navy. mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/ jobs.html. The necessary application forms are also available on line. For any questions you have you may call 081-568-4164/2505/5612. The applications may be emailed to C N R E U R A F S WA _ N R B O _ N 9 _ Personnel@eu.navy.mil

NSA NAPLES US NAF POSITIONS Education Aid/Technician, CY1702-I/II, ANN#16-030, (Multiple Positions) flexible, Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Teen Center and Youth Sports Capodichino/Support Site. Job summary: Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth

ranging in age from six weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, day-to-day care of infants and children ranging from six weeks to five years. Assembles and gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from six to nine years old, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 to 12 years, Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 to 18 years. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance. Closing date: Open until filled. Education Aid/Technician, CY1702-I/II, ANN#16-024, (Multiple 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 old, School-Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 to 12 years, Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 to 18 years. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guidance. Closing date: Open until filled. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#15-019, 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#15-167, flexible, Auto/Wood Skills Center, Support Site, Naples, Italy. Job summary: Provides oversight of activities and necessary services to authorized patron, including general information on the use of equipment. Closing date: Open until filled. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#15-175, flexible, MWR Golf Course, Carney Park, Naples. Job summary: Collects green fees (monthly and daily), locker fees and fees for electric cart rentals. Employee will act as starter when needed on weekdays and assist when needed as cashier. Closing date: Open until filled. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#15-207, flexible, Fitness Forum, Support Site, Naples, Italy. Job summary: Employee in this position plays an integral part in providing customer service and insuring patrons are offered a clean facility and pleasant conditions for their fitness/athletic workouts or programs. Closing date: Open until filled. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#15-242, flexible, MWR ITT Division, Naples, Italy. Job summary: Provides customer service and disseminate travel and tour information to patrons and sells tickets. Closing date: Open until filled. Lifeguard, NF-0189-01, ANN#16001, (Multiple positions) flexible Aquatics Division, MWR Capo

Pool. Job summary: Works as safeguards and supervises swimmers and bathers in pool area. Closing date: Open until filled. Recreation Assistant, NF-018901/02, ANN#16-003 flexible, Fleet and Family Readiness Center, Gaeta, Italy. Job summary: Serves as a primary front line customer service representative of the overall program as such, must continually present information in a high professional and customer friendly style. Closing date: Open until filled. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#16-005 flexible, Outdoor Recreation Program, Support site/Carney Park. Job summary: Provides and maintain recreation and athletic equipment issue. Closing date: Open until filled. Accounting Technician, NF0525-03, ANN#16-039 flexible temporary NTE 1 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: December 11. Food Service Worker, NA-740802, ANN#16-045 flexible, (Multiple Positions) Bowling Center, Support Site. Job summary: Performs tasks with several steps or sequence of tasks such as: sets up food service counters, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food, including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages. First cut off date: December 24.

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

NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Bldg. 2091-B Call 081-813-5252/5253/5254 DSN: 629-4774 Hours: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application visit: https://www.NavyExchange.jobs To assist your job search go directly to the location field, open the drop down menu and click on Italy, then click on SEARCH FOR JOBS button. You will see all the jobs in Italy (mostly Naples area); just make sure you are NOT applying for a position located in Sigonella (Sicily). For any questions or concerns please call the numbers above. GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Ann#150001PB Sales Clerk (Softlines)/SL/NF-1/FLEX FT – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Jewelry, Men’s, Ladies, Shoes, Cosmetics, Handbags, and Children’s departments. Ann#150001NA Cashier Checker/CC/NF-1/Flex – Open Until

Filled – Pay Rate: $8-9.50 per hour. Job summary: Associates engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail checkout areas. Ann#1500028Z Sales Clerk (Garden)/SL/NF-1/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service which anticipates and exceeds customer expectations. Ann#1500033X Sales Clerk (Giftware)/SL/NF-1/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service which anticipates and exceeds customer expectations. Ann#1500033Z Sales Clerk (Consumable)/SL/NF-1/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service that anticipates and exceeds customer expectations. Ann#15000346 Sales Clerk (Watches/Sunglasses)/SL/NF1/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service which anticipates and exceeds customer expectations. Ann#15000347 Sales Clerk (Ladies)/SL/NF-1/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Sells general merchandise to customers exercising professional selling techniques. Works as part of a sales team to provide service which anticipates and exceeds customer expectations Ann#150003XI Security Guard /52/NF-1/Regular Part Time – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$11 per hour. Job summary: Ensures enforcement of security measures; conducts inspections; prepares reports concerning security-related incidents, etc. Ann#1500058D Security Guard /52/NF-1/FLEX – Open Until Filled – Pay Rate: $8-$11 per hour. Job summary: Ensures enforcement of security measures; conducts inspections; prepares reports concerning security related incidents, etc. Ann#150004AX LP/Safety Investigator (Detective)/52/NF2/ Regular Part Time – Pay Rate: $9-$11 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for the protection of Navy Exchange assets through investigative strategies, utilizing various surveillance techniques, and the auditing of controls designed to prevent and minimize loss potential. Ann#1500058C LP/Safety Investigator (Detective)/52/NF2/FLEX – Pay Rate: $9-$11 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for the protection of Navy Exchange assets through investigative strategies, utilizing various surveillance techniques, and the auditing of controls designed to prevent and minimize loss potential.

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JOBS from page 12 Ann#1500058C LP/Safety Investigator (Detective)/52/NF2/FLEX – Pay Rate: $9-$11 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for the protection of Navy Exchange assets through investigative strategies, utilizing various surveillance techniques, and the auditing of controls designed to prevent and minimize loss potential. Ann#150004CD Sales Clerk (Wine Shop)/PS/NF-01/Flex – Pay Rate: $8-$9.50 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for selling merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked, displayed, and available. Knowledge of wines and specialty foods is desirable. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. Ann#150004U5 Supervisory Sales Clerk (Children) /SL/NF2/Regular Full Time – Pay Rate: $10-$14 per hour. Job summary: Provides work direction and supervision for a group of associates within assigned departments/ location engaged in performing various clerical, retail and services functions. Ann#150004UW Supervisory Sales Clerk (Electronics) /SL/NF2/Regular Full Time – Pay Rate: $10$14 per hour. Job summary: Provides work direction and supervision for a group of associates within assigned departments/ location engaged in performing various clerical, retail and services functions. GRICIGNANO MINIMART Ann#1500000W Sales Clerk/

MM/NF-01/Flex – Pay Rate: $9-$10 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. Ann#1500026B Supervisory Sales Clerk/MM/NF-02/RFT – Pay Rate: $10-$14 per hour. Job summary: Provides work direction and supervision for a group of associates within assigned departments/ location engaged in performing various clerical, retail and services functions. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply. CAPODICHINO NEXMART Ann#150000VS Customer Service Clerk/MM/NF-1/FLEX – Pay Rate: $9-11 per hour. Job summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES School Age Care Looking 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.

MORE BASE NOTES Now-Dec. 18: 12 Days of Fitness Christmas Challenge Fitness Patrons are invited to the Support Site Fitness Forum or Capo FitZone through December 18 for a Christmas Challenge. There is a task to complete on every day from a 1 minute pillar bridge on the first day to 12 Reverse Lunge Alternating on the 12th day. Join every day and get a chance of winning one of three prizes to be drawn on Dec. 18. Program is free and open to patrons 13 and above. For details call DSN 629-6489 or Comm. 081-811-6489. Dec. 18: Santa’s Cruise Come and see Santa as he cruises around the Support Site with the help of the NSA Fire Department and MWR/CYP. Santa will visit and wave to the children of Support Site, while judging the Holiday Decorating Contest. Decorate your Support Site balcony or front porch as part of the 2015 Holiday Decorating Contest. Top prize winners will receive NEX Gift Cards, MWR Vouchers and Commissary Baskets. Register your home at the Youth Center through December 17 to be considered. Judging will take place December 18 during the Santa Cruise. Route times are available at the Youth Center or the SSCDC from December 7-17. For details call DSN 629-4722 or Comm. 081-811-4722. Dec. 18: Candy Cane Golf Tournament Register by December 16 for the December 18 Candy Cane Golf Tournament at Carney Park Golf Course. Tournament is a 4-person golf scramble and begins at 11:30 a.m. Cost is $50 per person and includes green fee, cart rental, two beverage tickets per person and prizes. Payment is due upon registration. For details call 081-526-4296. Now-Dec. 18: “Swim to Salerno” Self-Paced Swim Journey from Naples to Salerno via the imaginary coastline of the Capo FitZone pool. Swim laps anytime during regular pool hours and then record your workout on your log sheet. All participants who complete the 50-kilometer swim (1,000 laps, 2,000 lengths) by December 18 will receive a prize. First to third-place finishers will receive awesome MWR

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The app gives Sailors an alternative to completing their required GMT. Upon completing the training, Sailors and DON civilians will be given instruction on how to automatically update their electronic training jackets. Updates occur within two days. “OPSEC Officers will have all the appropriate reference material at their fingertips to enhance their ship or shore command programs,” Magdalenski said. “The ultimate goal is persistent training and educating for Sailors, civilians and family on OPSEC, ultimately enhancing the readiness of the Navy.” The OPSEC app features: ● Policy/Guidance: Includes Joint, DOD, Navy and Marine Corps Policies; Navy Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures; Marine Corps Warfighting Publication; and handbooks. ● Training: Features links to

Aquatics swim bags filled with goggles, swim caps, a swim chamois towel and other items. For details call DSN 626-4254 Comm. 081-568-4254. Dec. 22: Auto Skills Center Free Vehicle Workshop Learn how to check your vehicle’s vital fluids, brakes, tires, windshield wipers, radiator, seat belts and more with the help of our expert mechanics at the free vehicle workshop Decmber 22. Workshop is held every 30 minutes from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. This month, the Auto Skills Center is having a big discount on Royal Purple Motor Oil, 5W20 and 5W30. For details or to register for the workshop, contact DSN 629-4971 or Comm. 081-811-4971. Dec. 28: Youth Auditions for MCT’s King Arthur’s Quest Missoula Children’s Theatre and CYP present King Arthur’s Quest. Auditions are open for approximately 60 local students, grades 1 to 12, and will be held December 28 at the Naples High School Cafeteria at 10 a.m. All participants must complete a CYP registration form to participate in this event (available at the audition) and participate in rehearsals from December 28-31. The performance will be held at 6 p.m. on January 2 at the High School Cafeteria and is free and open to the entire community. For details call DSN 629-4722 or Comm. 081-811-4722. Now-Dec. 31: Youth Winter Cheerleading Registration Open Registration is now open for the upcoming Cheerleading League for youth, ages 5 and above. Various divisions are available for different age groups. Season runs January 23 to March 11. Cost per child is $50. Register at the Support Site Youth Center, Support Site CDC or Capodichino CDC, Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Upon registration, parent must bring valid proof of child’s age, registration and CYP forms, and a copy of the PAYS online certificate (completed by at least one parent in each household). For details call the Youth Sports Department at DSN 629-4729 or Comm. 081-811-4729, or the Youth Activities Office at DSN 629-4722 or Comm. 081-811-4722.

three computer-based training modules, as well as information on courses offered by the Naval OPSEC Support Team Norfolk and other OPSEC agencies. This includes “Uncle Sam’s OPSEC” (USOPSEC), a 14-section GMT video-based course designed to educate service members and their families on vulnerabilities and risks associated with sharing too much information, particularly on social media sites and via mobile devices. ● Products: Includes training videos/links on a multitude of OPSEC topics, training briefs, smart cards that provide synthesized information and best practices at a quick glance, and brochures and posters to assist OPSEC program managers. ● Assessments: Features information and resources to assist OPSEC program managers on how to conduct OPSEC assessments at their command. A step-by-step guide, briefing tools, assessment checklists, sample questionnaires, and instructions are included. ● Favorites/FAQs: Highlight parts of the App the user finds most valuable. The Frequently Asked Questions module addresses some of the most common and prevalent OPSEC issues affecting DON personnel today, like spear phishing, social engineering, and computer hacking. The Naval OPSEC Support Team (NOST), located at Navy Information Operations Command (NIOC) Norfolk, provides command OPSEC program development, awareness re-

sources, assessment assistance, guidance and support training that promotes an understanding of OPSEC among both active duty and dependent personnel. The NOST supports these programs worldwide through a one-stop website for reach-back support to improve capabilities that strengthen war fighting effectiveness. To find the free Navy OPSEC app, search “Naval OPSEC” in the app stores or your web browser. Navy Information Operations Command Norfolk serves as the Navy’s Center of Excellence for Information Operations (IO). NIOC Norfolk advances Information Operations war fighting capabilities for Naval and Joint Forces by providing operationally focused training and planning support; developing doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures; advocating requirements in support of future effects-based warfare; and managing functional data for Information Operations. U.S. Fleet Cyber Command serves as the Navy component command to U.S. Strategic Command and U.S. Cyber Command, and the Navy’s Service Cryptologic Component commander under the National Security Agency/Central Security Service. Fleet Cyber Command also reports directly to the Chief of Naval Operations as an echelon II command. U.S. 10th Fleet is the operational arm of Fleet Cyber Command and executes its mission through a task force structure.

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HOLIDAY TRADITIONS

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DAILY TOURS

Origins of Christmas Tree By Emily Donovan

Every year across the globe millions of Christmas trees are harvested, sold and placed in our homes. We decorate them, put presents under them and after the holidays, the trees are retired for the rest of the year. These traditions started long ago. For thousands of years plants and trees that hold their green color during the winter months have had special significance in several countries. The modern Christmas tree came from German tradition. Christian households often brought trees inside to decorate. Many believe that the first instance of a lit Christmas tree came about when Protestant minister Martin Luther saw stars shining through an evergreen and tried to recreate the scene for his family using lighted candles. America adopted this custom much later, originally denying their use because they were seen as

pagan symbols. As a matter of fact, in 1659 a law was enacted outlawing the celebration of Christmas as anything other than a religious observance. Still, the tree won out, and by the turn of the 20th century Christmas decorations were being imported from Germany, and trees graced the homes of many American families. The tradition was accepted so quickly that by the 1940’s Christmas trees were springing up in town squares across the nation. The most famous of these trees may be the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree in New York City. The Rockefeller Center tree was first placed in 1931. It was undecorated and placed by construction workers working at the site. Two years after that the tree was erected and lit with electric lights. Now the Rockefeller tree boasts an astounding 25,000 Christmas lights. Christmas trees are now grown in all 50 states, with 77 million new trees being planted every year.

upcoming uSo Tours Capodichino office 081-568-5713 Support Site office 081-811-4903 www.uso.it TourS opEN To BoTH u.S. MiLiTAry AND NATo i.D. CArD HoLDErS

Dec 11 Salerno Christmas Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . €25 Dec 12 Night at the Archeological Museum . . €18 Dec 13 Wine Tasting at Mount Vesuvius. . . . . . €44 Dec 18 Dinner in Medieval Borgo in Avellino . €54 Dec 19 Adventure Trail in Bourbon Tunnel . . €32 Dec 20 Sorrento and Amalfi Coast. . . . . . . . . . . €38 Do-it-yourself island packages now available, and include a round-trip hydro-foil ticket and a full-course Italian lunch

EXTENDED TOURS

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

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

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MERCATO/CLASSIFIED ADS • FREE MERCATO ADS •

A Panorama/NSA Public Affairs Office courtesy service available for U.S. or NATO ID cardholders who have orders to PCS within six months. RULES: • New ads must be submitted on a completed Mercato form, along with a copy of both the member’s ID card (front and back) and ONLY the first two pages of PCS orders or equivalent. • Ads are limited to one per category and 25 words maximum. Ads for free pets are limited to one per person or organization (copy of ID required) and run on a space-available basis. One contact phone number per ad; no e-mail addresses. • Deadline for submission is Monday, noon for the following Friday. Public holidays (U.S. or Italian) are not an exception to this rule.

Panorama advertising office

Tel. 081-568-7884

ADS RUN ONE WEEK ONLY! • Any incomplete ad or ad received after the Monday, noon deadline will not be printed in that Friday’s issue. Late submissions will be considered for the next available publication. Incomplete or illegible ads will not be considered. • Free Mercato Ad forms, the only acceptable form of submission, are available at http://www.cnic.navy.mil/naples/newsroom/panorama/ (click on the Mercato link) or at the NSA Public Affairs Office during normal business hours. • Ads and supporting documentation can be faxed to 081-568-5112 (DSN 626-5112) or delivered in person to the Public Affairs Office, Capodichino, Admin I, Room 208. No other form of submission will be accepted. • To renew for the following week call 081-568-5856/5907 (DSN 6265856/ 5907) by noon Monday. Ads not renewed by the deadline will not be published. • PAID CLASSIFIED ADS •

For services and products not eligible for free insertion in “Mercato.” Classified ads can be placed at STAMPA GENERALE (Panorama Advertising Office) located at NSA Capodichino, Building 450, 1st Floor. Cost is € 1,00 (one Euro) per word (minimum 10 words). For information on paid ads please call 081-5687884 (DSN 626-7884). Deadline is Wednesday 4 p.m. for the current week’s edition.

M ISCELLANEOUS TALIAN LESSONS, for info contact Elena D'Angelo cell. 340-577-5239 or tel. 081-8911489.

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