Panorama July 12, 2013 by NSA Naples

Serving the Nato, Naples and Gaeta military community in italy

58th year, No. 27

Friday, July 12, 2013

Gaeta Friendship Day Celebrated Capt. Craig Clapperton, commanding officer of the U.s. 6th Fleet flagship Uss Mount Whitney (LCC 20), makes opening remarks during Gaeta Friendship day, July 9, which recognizes the relationship between the U.s. navy and the ship’s host community of Gaeta, Italy. Mount Whitney, homeported in Gaeta, Italy, is the U.s. 6th Fleet flagship and operates with a combined crew of U.s. sailors and MsC civil service mariners. (Photo by MC1 Collin Turner)

George A. Smith, AFN Europe

See GAETA Page 11

Have Questions About Your Career? Navy Personnel Command offers a one-stop shop for Sailors who need answers By MC1 Jen Blake - Defense Media Activity

The Navy Personnel Command (NPC) customer service center (CSC) is dedicated to providing information and support to Sailors and their families around the world. The CSC can answer a wide variety of career-related questions such as Navy programs and policies, pay and benefits, selection board questions, and service member locations. Customer service agent Kathleen Lewelling said the service center is intended to be the Navy's "front door" "We want everything to come through us, and if we can't answer the question, we provide the single point of contact that can," said Lewelling.

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Airwaves Carry US Culture to Unintended Audience

Lewelling, who has been a customer service agent for two and a half years, said the most common questions callers have are, "I'm no longer in the Navy; where can I find my service record or DD-214?" But each May, the call center is inundated with Sailors calling to see if their chief selection board package arrived at NPC. The board packages are processed within 24 hours of arrival. Customer service agents

can then confirm a Sailor's board package made it. That information can also be accessed through NPC's website. Because CSC has access to all current NAVADMINs, they can answer questions about the PRT/PFA, reply to employment verifications, and even answer questions about the detailing process. See YOUR CAREER Page 10

One of the U.S. military’s biggest accomplishments in post-war Europe was unintentional: the music the GIs listened to on the radio made a deep, positive impact on Europeans that continues today. Prior to AFN’s arrival, Nazi Germany had banned most American music as “decadent,” and even after the Americans first arrived, state-run German radio didn’t play English language music. When rebuilding began after World War II, American Soldiers seldom mixed with locals. Regulations prohibited it and few spoke the local language. But some curious Europeans chose to invite the GIs’ radio station into their home, car or restaurant: the American Forces Network Europe, AFN. Many Europeans wanted to hear the rich diversity of jazz, blues, country and rock music that wasn’t airing on their country’s radio stations. AFN never intended or tried to broadcast to host nationals. As a matter of fact, the network took extraordinary measures to not reach them. AFN’s linked radio transmitters used special broadcast patterns targeted where the Americans were stationed, the music and the talk was all in English and most transmitters were low-powered, so planners didn’t think many people living in Germany, Italy, France, Austria or Belgium would bother tuning in. But they did. Historian Dr. John Provan said a survey in AFN’s early years indicated the military network was reaching a potential listening audience of 50 million Europeans. AFN began broadcasting from locations in France, Austria, Italy, Germany and Belgium, and was heard, despite restrictions, in Paris, Vienna, Frankfurt, Berlin, Munich and other major population centers. While many transmitters were low-powered, some were “sound monsters,” with the Munich and Weisskirchen, Germany, AM transmitters reaching much of Europe. See AIRWAVES Page 12

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Weekly crime statistics SUNDAY High 84 / Low 70 Partly Cloudy

Review what happened between July 4 and July 10. Page 5

X-47B Makes First Arrested Landing at Sea Page 6

VCNO Message to Leaders on Sexual Assault Page 10

Scarletta Performs at Support Site Page 13

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By Capt. Scott Gray NSA Commanding Officer

NSA Security Access Card Issuance Suspended on Mondays

Early this week, we finalized the roll-out of the new recycling program at the Support Site. New, color-coded recycling and waste bins were placed at each trash collection point, complete with stickers describing what type of items go into each bin. Early indications are that the majority of folks are on board, and many bins have exactly the right type of waste, and little to none of the wrong kind. The glaring discrepancy in our new system is the wet waste bins, which are brown in color. Wet waste bins are currently full of regular trash; because we have so many other bins with the right type of waste or recyclables in them, this may just be a vocabulary issue. What is called “wet waste” here in Naples is commonly referred to as “compost” in the States. As I mentioned in my column last week, wet waste (compost) is probably the most important component of this entire program. Because it is the heaviest of any category, it eats up a lot of our total waste percentage—a percentage we are committed to getting to 50% recycled. Getting wet waste right is key. The trifolds, delivered to each household last week, detail what exactly can go into these wet waste bins. Take a moment to review them. Biodegradable bags, available at no cost, were delivered to your residence with the tri-fold and cooking oil containers. These bags are required for wet waste (compost) disposal. If we place wet waste in regular trash bags, the program will be moot. Every two months, housing will have more of these free bags for each household. If you need more in the interim, or would rather purchase your own, the NEX and Commissary will have the same bags available on their shelves. We all have to make an effort for this to work. The city has gone to great lengths to ensure our waste is collected in a timely manner and the Support Site is clean. Make sure you and your families are familiar with the new recycling plan and how materials need to be separated. Make sure you place recyclables in the correct containers because if they are mixed, the city will not pick them up. Make sure your kids know how the recycling program works especially if they are the ones who take out the garbage. It is important to get this right and build our recycling efforts into successful program. Next Tuesday, I will host a Town Hall meeting at the Support Site theater at 6 p.m. Having your input about base issues, including the new recycling program, is important to me. These meetings give us a chance to have dialogue and for me to hear your voice. Please make an effort to attend, and bring your questions and concerns. Until then, enjoy the phenomenal weather we expect this weekend. Get out and have fun!

Due to furloughs, there will be no issuing of NSA access cards/badges on Mondays. On Tuesday, Oct. 1, the office will resume normal working hours Monday thru Friday.

Passport/Visa Requests Must Now Be Made 60 Days in Advance

New Recycling Receptacles Delivered to Support Site Residences

July 17: July Birthday Party with Connect the Tots

New color-coded recycling receptacles are currently being placed at all trash collection points at Support Site. More information on the recycling process was distributed last week to each residence via a trifold flyer, along with biodegradable bags and cooking oil collection containers, from the Housing office. Questions or concerns regarding the new recycling program can be addressed to Lt. Peter Smagur at DSN 629-4670 or 081-811-4670.

Community members are invited to the Wonderful Watermelon Shindig July Birthday Party celebration at the fenced toddler park adjacent to the skate park on Wednesday, July 17. The event starts at 3 p.m. and is open to all U.S. and NATO ID cardholders. For more information visit http://www.meetup.com/Connectthe-Tots-Club.

Reminder: Procedure to Purchase Bulk LPG for Home Heating

A monthly class on newborn care and other useful tips for expecting parents is scheduled to be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursday, July 18. The class is offered by Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) visiting nurses and is open to U.S. military, civilians and NATO ID cardholders. It will be held at the NMCRS office located in room G-16 of the Admin II building at Capo. To register for the class and for more information, call NMCRS at DSN: 626-3913 or 081568-3913.

Eligible members must go thru the NEX Residential Office at the Support Site. Customers should place their bulk LPG order and provide a correct home address to the NEX Residential Office 48 hours prior to requested delivery date. Customers must be home during the time of the delivery. Deliveries will be made from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. No deliveries on Sunday or Italian holidays. Bulk LPG may be purchased year-round at NEX Customer Service. NEX Residential Office hours of operation are from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Please contact their office at 081-813-5321.

Note: Authorized LPG Concessionaire Will No Longer Accept Phone Calls LPG Concessionaire will now only take LPG bulk orders from the NEX Residential Office. Bulk LPG coupons must only be utilized at authorized concessionaires who make deliveries thru the NEX residential Office. Misuse, abuse or bartering of LPG coupons or any tax-free gas coupon is a violation of Italian fiscal law and violators are subject to disciplinary and or administrative actions which include the suspension of their privileges and the payment of taxes to the Italian government. If you require any further information please contact the NSA Tax-free Administrator at 626-5439.

National Night Out Cheer Squad Practice Practice for the inaugural cheer squad will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 16 to Aug. 5 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Support Site Gym. An informative meeting for parents will be held July 15 at 4 p.m. Groups will be divided into ages 6-9 and 10-13 with a $20 fee for each lesson. Proceeds will help in purchasing a uniform and

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July 16: NSA Naples Commanding Officer’s Town Hall Meeting at Support Site NSA Naples Commanding Officer Capt. Scott Gray will hold his quarterly town hall meeting at Support Site July 16. The meeting is open to all community members and will begin 6 p.m. at the Reel Time Movie Theater. Capt. Gray will discuss community developments and provide an opportunity for attendees to ask questions. Contact the NSA Naples Public Affairs office at DSN: 6295912 or 081-568-5912 for more information.

Navy Second Class Swimmer Qualification Testing will be held at the Support Site pool from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday, July 12. For more information, e-mail Deborah.Moors@eu.navy.mil.

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supporting National Night Out fundraising efforts. High school cheer squad member volunteers are highly desired. Participants will receive community service hours for their involvement. For more information contact Ms. Takara Coleman at 349-197-8285 for details.

A reminder from PSD for all sponsors of inbound personnel: with furloughs about to begin, the DoD No Fee Passport and Visa delays for inbound personnel will most likely worsen before they improve. Travelers/commands should be submitting passport and visa requests 60 days in advance to give themselves the best opportunity of getting the passport/visa back in time to travel.

July 12: Navy Second Class Swimmer Qualification Testing

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July 18: NMCRS Baby Basics Class

July 19: Tiger Shark Fundraiser at Carney Park Golf Course Naples Tiger Sharks is hosting their annual golf tournament on Friday, July 19, at Carney Park Golf Course. Check-in time is 9:30 a.m. with a start time of 11 a.m. Many specialty prizes will be awarded, including Longest Drive, Accurate Drive, Longest Putt and Closet to the Pin. All U.S. ID cardholders are invited to participate. There is a $35 entry fee, plus green fees. All proceeds go to assisting the Tiger Sharks reduce their up coming travel season. For more information on the golf event, contact Neil Higgins at DSN: 626-1769 or 081-568-1769, or Dave Snodgrass at DSN: 626-5751 or 081-568-5751.

July 24: USO Kids Craft Day USO's Kids Craft Day at the Support Site will be held on Wednesday, July 24, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. for service members and children of all ages. The event will be held in the community center and feature crafts for area kids. Popsicles and snacks will be served, compliments of the USO.

American Soccer Club of Naples (ASC) 2013 Summer Training Schedule Three summer skills sessions will be held July 24, July 31, and Aug. 7 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. for U.S. and NATO dependents aged 7 to 18. Cost is $10 per child, per session for non-ASC members. Additionally, the ASC week-long soccer camp will take place from Aug. 19-23 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Cost is $110 per child. ASC 2013-14 season tryouts will be held Aug. 27 and 28 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Aug. 29, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. All events will be held at the north soccer fields on the Support Site.

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Families Welcome Mount Whitney sailors home

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

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Family members of sailors assigned to the amphibious command ship Uss Mount Whitney (LCC 20) wait on the pier as the ship returns to Gaeta, July 4, following a two-month cruise to the Baltic sea in support of exercise Baltic Operations 2013. (Photo by MC1 Collin Turner)

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Compiled by Teresa Merola

ARGOSY UNIVERSITY is looking for participants to take part in an exploratory study on Military Vs. Civilian Leadership. Volunteers would take part in a one-hour interview detailing previous military leadership role(s) and your current civilian leadership role. If interested, please contact Lovell Jones at 340-959-1173 or lovell_jones318@yahoo.com. THE NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is looking for volunteers to help manage the Thrift Store. The manager and co-manager would need to dedicate 2-3 half days weekly and be responsible for staffing the store and leading the team of volunteers. Additionally, new store volunteers and shift leaders are needed to help run the store during open hours by running the register, sorting items and stocking the store floor. Contact Sue Brown at tstoreschedule@gmail.com to volunteer and Melania Bowen at nosctshop@gmail.com to talk about management positions. Proceeds from the store support the base community. NAPLES AMERICAN RED CROSS (ARC) needs volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering or in taking a CPR/First Aid class, call 081-568-4788 or 626-4788 for more information. You can also "like" our Facebook page American Red Cross Naples - to keep up with current opportunities. FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER is looking for volunteers to assist in the event of an emergency. Volunteers could be called upon if families are relocated to Support Site due to a natural disaster or similar emergency that exceeds what the FFSC staff can support. Volunteers may greet families, inquire about needs, organize supplies, complete paperwork, etc. Being on the list does not obligate anyone to a future event. If you are interested in volunteering for this, please call 081-811-6372 or email FFSCNSANaplesItaly@eu.navy.mil. CLUB BEYOND is searching for volunteers to serve as Adult Leaders. Leaders assist in planning, setup and conducting small group meetings with students in grades 7 through 12. Leadership training lasts a month. If interested, please contact Arturo Paulino at apaulino@clubbeyond.org for an appointment. THE AMERICAN SOCCER CLUB (ASC) OF NAPOLI is looking for qualified coaches. Those interested in coaching should e-mail doc@ascnapoli.com. NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY OPERATION CLIP & SAVE (coupons): 081-568-3913. NAVY LEAGUE OF THE U.S./NAPLES COUNCIL is seeking board members. Contact Betty Reese at 081-526-8051 or breese@cybernet.it. ANIMALS WITHOUT LIMITS (AWL) is searching for volunteers who want to help at our Animal Hospice in Lago Patria. We also need volunteers for different projects on the Support Site base. For more information, please contact us at awlrescueteam@gmail.com or director@animalswithoutlimits.com.

ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON Town Managers of Avezzano Rollup Sleeves to Save Money Italy has been in recession for the past two years and many local governments are struggling with their budget. A mayor and his council members of the small town of Avezzano saved 10,000 euros when they decided to pick up paintbrushes and repaint the walls of their offices themselves. The mayor and his colleagues paid 470 euros for materials necessary to repaint almost all the offices. Food and drink were offered by the families of the council employees and other local residents to reward the town managers for their sense of civic duty. Appeal Launched to Find Home for Riace Bronze Statues An appeal was launched to the Culture Ministry to take action on finding a home for the Riace Bronzes, one of Italy’s most loved cultural icons. The statues have been lying on their backs for more than two years in the Calabria region government after they were moved from the Reggio Calabria’s National Archaeological Museum, which was undergoing restoration work. However, the budget cuts have stopped the museum restoration, which began in November 2009. The Bronzes were discovered

in 1972 by a Roman holidaymaker scuba diving off the Calabrian coast and turned out to be one of Italy's most important archaeological finds in the last 100 years.

its recycling was only 10 percent. The town was also included among 12 municipalities in Campania region in relation with the collection of paper and cardboard.

Sophia Loren Filming in Naples Sophia Loren came back to Naples to act in a film directed by her 40year-old son. The production of the film shot in the San Ferdinando neighborhood was slowed down when local crowds started shouting, “You’re the heart of Naples.” Loren thanked her fans before returning to the delayed shoot, which is scheduled to last three weeks. She is performing in the Neapolitan dialect for this film which is set in Rome, the nearby town of Ostia and Naples.

Nine Beach Resorts in Campania Seized for Unlawful Land Grants Nine beach resorts in Giugliano in Campania region were seized by police. The Varca d’Oro, Sabbia d'Argento, Le Hawaii, Le Canarie, Le Antille, Onda del Mare, Lido del Sole, Smeraldo and Le Ancore had been unlawfully occupied by land grants, which concessions had been expired for years or in some cases were never granted. The beach areas were also currently swimming prohibited.

Bacoli Awarded for Reaching 80 Percent Recycling Waste Legambiente, an Italian environmental association, recognized Bacoli during a ceremony sponsored by the Ministry of Environment as the third municipality in Southern Italy to reach 80 percent of recycling waste among the municipalities with more than 10 thousand inhabitants. Bacoli is a municipality in the Province of Naples and is located about 15 km from Naples. Three years ago, the percentage of

Disabled Student in Naples Fighting to Keep Assistance A disabled woman in Naples is fighting against the school board that said it cannot accommodate her disability because of her age. She will be 18 this fall when the school classes begin and she will no longer be eligible for assistance available to younger students. Her family wants her to continue her studies and they called for the regional school director of Campania to reconsider her case.

PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH TOASTMASTERS The Naples toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesdays; No meetings in July. Next meeting is 20 August, all are welcome. Meetings at 6:30 are held at the Support Site Community Center. FMI http://naplestoastmasters.wix.com/toastmastersnaples or like us on Facebook "Toastmasters Naples Italy". PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL (PWOC) meet every Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the Support Site Fellowship Hall. This Summer we are offering two bible studies on prayer and Sabbath. We have free nursery, childcare, and a homeschoolers room for your family. Please check out our FB page PWOC Naples to join in on our many summer social gathering. NATO LIONS RUGBY CLUB is looking for new players. All abilities wanted. Practice is held every Wednesday at Carney Park at 5:45 p.m. Show up with shoes, shorts and a mouth guard. Training and development will be provided. If you have any questions, email Mark Woodall or co-manager Andrew Bohnsack at markwoodall82@hotmail.co.uk or andrew.bohnsack@gmail.com. NAPLES OVERSEAS SUPPORT CLUB (NOSC) is seeking individuals as board members in 2013-2014 for a variety of events and positions. Join Us! If you want to volunteer or need information on what is available, email noscitaly@gmail.com or go to www.noscitaly.com CLUB BEYOND is a youth group run by Naval Support Activity Naples Religious Ministries. Club Beyond is open to children in grades 7 through 12, and meets Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Chapel Fellowship Hall at the Support Site. For more information, please contact Arturo at apaulino@clubbeyond.org. BOY SCOUT TROOP 007 holds troop meetings every Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Support Site Community Center. E-mail the Scoutmaster at 007troop@gmail.com or visit the website at sites.google.com/site/boyscouttroop007naples. NAPLES OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION NEEDS REFEREES Anyone interested should contact Nigel Alexander at 081-721-5413 or 346-680-3282 or by e-mail to nalexander@afsouth.nato.int. WOMEN, INFANTS, CHILDREN (WIC) OVERSEAS PROGRAM is offered at NSA Naples. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum or have an infant or child under the age of five may qualify for the program. WIC Overseas is a nutrition education program that provides nutritious supplemental foods. Contact WIC Overseas at 081-811-4962.

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In the Spotlight ET1 BENJAMIN JOHNSON. Electronics Technician 1st Class (SS) Benjamin Johnson, works as the Commander, Task Force 69 (CTF-69) Operations Division leading petty officer, he is responsible for submarine safety in U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/ U.S. 6th Fleet areas of operation and saves more than 24 man hours of production per year. He ensured a critical upgrade to the Voyage Management System (VMS) was conducted by his team. In addition to his primary duties, he serves as a VMS technician and GCCS-M technician and operator. He is responsible for achieving command objectives, such as certifying antisubmarine warfare personnel. His diligence contributed to CTF-69 being able to support forward-deployed submarines safely and efficiently. Johnson is currently working towards earning his master’s degree.

HN KIERSTEN GARCIA Hospitalman Kiersten Garcia, originally from San Juan Bautista, Calif., is a vital asset to the Medical Home Port (MHP) team. Her expertise and positive attitude have significantly contributed to the provision of high quality patient care. As one of two Dermatology technicians, she takes pride in her work and helps to facilitate this specialty-care service. She also coordinates MHP’s Women’s Health Program, ensuring ongoing communication after patients have their routine health screenings. Garcia contributed to the delivery of medical coverage during the 2013 Festa Americana and is a member of the Naval Support Activity Naples Auxiliary Security force. Garcia enjoys traveling throughout Europe and loves to maintain an active lifestyle. Some of her hobbies include snowboarding, fishing and she is currently learning to play the guitar. Her goals include advancing to HM3 and attaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. “Naples, Italy has given me the opportunity to take it from the history books to seeing it all first hand. Being centrally located in Europe allowed me to see many countries and opened my eyes to different cultures.”

LT BRIDGET RUIZ Hailing from San Antonio, Texas, Lt. Bridget Ruiz is a Navy mustang, having earned her commission as a Laboratory Officer in 2007 after serving as an enlisted laboratory technician for 10 years. Reporting onboard U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Naples in May 2012, Ruiz is currently serving as the hospital’s Laboratory manager, supervising 14 enlisted laboratory technicians in providing medical laboratory services at USNH Naples and the Naval Branch Health Clinic Capodichino. Outside the Laboratory, Ruiz is an active participant in the Naples Area Medical Service Corps Officers’ Association and is currently serving on the Association’s Executive Board as the Social Officer. Ruiz is accompanied in Naples by her husband, J.R., and they both enjoy traveling, running, sports and sampling the “spirits” of the Campania region. A graduate of Long Island University, Ruiz finds Scottish Terriers adorable and when she has a free moment, she likes to read and add to her extensive comic book collection.

Energy Conservation Fast-Moving Technology From the NSA Naples Energy Management Team

The naysayers of electric vehicles have one more reason to be a little salty. It has been said that anything having to do with electricity and cars was a good idea, as long as you weren’t in a hurry. That’s what they said, until now. Earlier this summer, professional rider Carlin Dunne rode the Lightning Electric super bike to a victory at Pikes Peak. Not only did he

win, but he outran the runner up a Ducati Multistrada 1200 S by 21 seconds. Dunne cross did a best time of 10:00:694 to the Ducati’s 10:21:323 and wasn’t too far from the all out course record. Nobuhiro “Monster” Tajima set a time of 9:46:530 and was the first in the Electronic Vehicle (EV) class to break the 10-minute mark. If this is any indication of the future of EVs, you can certainly sign me up!

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

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

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

Capt. James aiken delivers remarks during the opening ceremony for exercise sea Breeze 2013 in Odessa, Ukraine, July 8. sea Breeze is an annual multi-national exercise that combines air, land and maritime exercises designed to improve maritime safety, security and stability in the Black sea. (Photo by MC2 Jason Howard)

exercise Sea Breeze 2013 Begins in ukraine By MC2 Jason Howard, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs

Exercise Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise in the Black Sea, began July 8, as representatives from the 16 participating and observing nations gathered together for the exercise’s opening ceremony. Air, land and naval forces from participating countries will work together both ashore and at sea from July 820 in order to strengthen interoperability and improve maritime security. Leaders from the Ukraine and U.S., who are co-hosting the exercise for what will be a 16th iteration, shared sentiments about the progress of both the exercise and maritime security in the Black Sea that have occurred since the exercise’s inception. “Peace and stability in this region is highly important to

us, and increasing cooperation between the nations involved is the key to maintaining peace and stability,” said Rear Adm. Dennis Berezovsky, Ukrainian deputy director, in remarks at the opening ceremony. Much of the exercise will focus on maritime interdiction operations as a primary means to enhance maritime security. The other key component is utilizing sea-basing to conduct a range of operations ashore such as non-combatant evacuation to humanitarian assistance/disaster relief. The aim of the exercise, as expressed by those at the opening ceremony, is that by practicing these necessary skill sets, it will bring navies operating in the Black Sea closer together and ultimately increase stability in the region. “Our partnership and collaboration has led to increased interoperability and enhanced security,” said U.S.

Navy Capt. James Aiken, deputy exercise director, who spoke alongside his Ukraine counterparts at the opening ceremony. “As we build upon lessons learned in past exercises, Sea Breeze has developed a robust and challenging agenda that will develop strong relationships to enhance maritime security and stability.” This year's participants include Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Canada, Georgia, Germany, Italy, Romania, Turkey, Ukraine and U.S., along with France, Germany, Libya, Lithuania, Qatar, and UAE, as observers. Sea Breeze 2013, an annual multinational exercise in the Black Sea, is a combined air, land and maritime exercise designed to improve maritime safety, security and stability in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces.

• July 12: Legal Assistance, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (appointments only), Support Site FFSC. • July 12: Visit Naples Cathedral and Old Town, 8:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Meet at McDonalds by Capo Airport). • July 12: PlayPals, Playmate Play Date, 9 a.m., Support Site playground behind library. • July 14: Alateen Support Group (ages 12-18), 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Support Site FFSC. • July 16: Al-Anon Support Group, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • July 16: Limoncello Making, 10 a.m. to noon, Support Site FFSC. • July 17: Employment Opportunities in Naples, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. • July 18: Gricignano Market, 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., leaves from Support Site. • July 18, Developing Your Spending Plan, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Support Site FFSC. • July 18: Becoming a Love & Logic Parent, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Support Site FFSC (Session 2 of 7). • July 18: Stress Management 101, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • July 18: Nurturing Touch Child & Infant Massage, 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • July 18: Preparing for Pregnancy, 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., Support Site FFSC. • July 19: PlayPals, Playmate Play Date, 9 a.m., Support Site playground behind library.

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

• July 12: Be a Gladiator for Today, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. • July 15-19: Area Orientation/ ICR Seminar.

Crime Report for July 4 - July 10 From the NSA Naples Command Investigative Division and NCIS

Parents Mingle While Connecting the Tots By MC2 Caitlin Feddersen, Navy Public Affairs Support Element-East Detachment Europe

Connect the Tots held a meeting at the food court aboard the Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Support Site, July 3, to discuss ways to provide a supportive community for parents and those expecting a child. “This group was created to unite families with young children through organized activities and events because there really wasn’t anything for children this young,” said Anita Inigez-Bouziane, Connect the Tots membership coordinator. There are three recurring monthly events that are open to the public including a coffee talk, monthly birthday party and an arts-and-craft activity, so interested parents can get more information about joining the club and children can mingle with others their age. The club’s coffee talk meeting was one such event where current members met with and spoke to parents. The group was created in 2010 by local NSA Naples community members for military and Department of Defense families in the Naples, Italy area. “What attracted me to the club is the fact that it incorporates all different types of activities, from organized and structured activities to free and cre-

ative play, so that it stimulates the children socially, physically and mentally and helps their development,” said Inigez-Bouziane. “My son is an only child and if it wasn’t for this club he wouldn’t have quite as much interaction with this many children his age.” Connect the Tots not only provides a place for young children to grow and develop, but also gives parents an opportunity to mingle, learn from one another and become friends. “I feel like this club helps my son be more open to making friends instead of being shyer,” said Cynthia Roman, club member. “Being around other mothers and other children has helped him become more independent and social. As a first-time mom I feel like this club has helped me learn new things about being a new parent by sharing things that have worked for other mom’s as well as ways to be healthy for me and my son.” Events take place every week, and during summer, every day. For families who decide to join, there is a one time membership fee of $25 that covers supplies for crafting projects and refreshments. Additional events this month include a pool party, recipe swap, mom’s night-in, dance party and breakfast brunch. For more information visit www.meetup.com/ Connect-the-Tots-Club/about/

Individual Force Protection Plans Personnel planning on traveling outside of Italy (except to the United States or U.S. territories) should contact their chain of command’s Antiterrorism/Force Protection (ATFP) Division 30 days prior to their planned departure. The ATFP office will review the request and will notify you of all requirements that must be fulfilled prior to travel. Note that some countries have additional entry requirements which require more processing time than 30 days. Contact your ATFP division as soon as possible in order to assist you in meeting all requirements. You can contact the NSA Naples ATFP office by any of the following means. Phone: 081-568-5525/5595; E-mail: M-NA-NSASEC-ATdivision-GS@eu.navy.mil Or visit the office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403, open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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X-47B Makes First Arrested Landing at Sea By MC3 Brandon Vinson, USS George H.W. Bush Public Affairs

The X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System (UCAS) demonstrator completed its first carrier-based arrested landing on board USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) off the coast of Virginia, July 10. "It isn't very often you get a glimpse of the future. Today, those of us aboard USS George H.W. Bush got that chance as we witnessed the X-47B make its first ever arrested landing aboard an aircraft carrier," said Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus. "The operational unmanned aircraft soon to be developed have the opportunity to radically change the way presence and combat power are delivered from our aircraft carriers." Today's demonstration was the first time a tailless, unmanned autonomous aircraft landed on a modern aircraft carrier. This test marks an historic event for naval aviation that Navy leaders believe will impact the way the Navy integrates manned and unmanned aircraft on the carrier flight deck in the future. "Today we witnessed the capstone moment for the Navy UCAS program as the team flawlessly performed integrated carrier operations aboard USS George H.W. Bush with the X-47B aircraft," said Capt. Jaime Engdahl, Navy UCAS Program Manager. "Our precision landing performance, advanced autonomous flight controls and digital carrier air traffic control environment are a testament to the innovation and technical excellence of the Navy and Northrop Grumman team." The July 10 landing was the beginning of the final part of three at-sea test periods for X47B during the last eight months, culminating a decade of Navy unmanned integration efforts that show the Navy's readiness to move forward with unmanned carrier aviation says Rear Adm. Mat Winter, who oversees the Program Executive Office for Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons in Patuxent River, Md. "This demonstration has enabled us to merge industry and government technologies together which will enable the U.S. Navy to pursue future unmanned aviation carrier capabilities," said Winter, who witnessed the historic landing. "The government engineering and testing team in partnership with our Northrop Grumman team members have matured the technolo-

an X-47B Unmanned Combat air system (UCas) demonstrator completes an arrested landing on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier Uss George h.W. Bush (CVn 77), July 10. the landing marks the first time any unmanned aircraft has completed an arrested landing at sea. George h.W. Bush is conducting training operations in the atlantic Ocean. (Photo by MCSN Brian Stephens)

gies in this X-47B system to position us for today's event, which marks a milestone in naval aviation." During today's testing, the X-47B completed the 35-minute transit from Pax River to the carrier and caught the 3 wire with the aircraft's tailhook. The arrested landing effectively brought the aircraft from approximately 145 knots to stop in less than 350 feet. Shortly after the initial landing, the aircraft was launched off the ship using the carrier's catapult. The X-47B then proceeded to execute one more arrested landing. On the third approach to Bush the X-47B aircraft self detected a navigation computer anomaly that required the air vehicle to transit to the assigned shore based divert landing site, Wallops Island Air Field. The X-47B navigated to and landed without incident. "We have been using the same [carrier] landing technology for more than 50 years now and the idea that we can take a large UAV and operate in that environment is fascinating," said Engdahl. "Across the entire spectrum of military operations, an integrated force of manned and unmanned platforms is the future," said Ray Mabus. "The X47B's autonomous arrested landing aboard USS George H.W. Bush shows how the Navy and Marine Corps are riding the bow wave of technological advances to create this 21st century force." The X-47B spent several weeks aboard aircraft carriers in recent months. The Navy UCAS program successfully completed CVN deck operations aboard USS

Chief of naval Operations (CnO) adm. Jonathan Greenert and secretary of the navy (seCnaV) Ray Mabus observe an X-47B Unmanned Combat air system (UCas) demonstrator make an arrested landing on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier Uss George h.W. Bush (CVn 77). George h.W. Bush is the first aircraft carrier to recover an unmanned aircraft at sea. (Photo by MC2 Tony D. Curtis)

Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in December 2012 and aboard Bush in May. During the May underway period, the X-47B completed its first-ever catapult launch. Since May, the integrated test team conducted a number of shore-based arrestments at Pax River in preparation for the demonstration aboard the ship. "We have learned a lot from our flight deck operations, our shorebased flight test and extensive

modeling and simulation," Engdahl added. "Our team has executed all major program objectives and developed the concept of operations and demonstrated technologies for a future unmanned carrier-based aircraft capability. [Today] we have proven we can seamlessly integrate unmanned systems into the carrier environment." "We have certainly come a long way in the 102 years since

Eugene Ely made the first arrested landing aboard an aircraft carrier. Naval aviators have always been at the forefront of operational and tactical innovation, and today was no exception," said Mabus. "People make unmanned aviation possible and it is people who will provide the fresh thinking and new ideas so crucial to successes like the X-47B program and the unmanned aircraft of the future."

UMUC Awarded DoD Contract to Educate U.S. Troops in Europe By Brooke Brown, UMUC Europe

The University of Maryland University College will continue its 64-year tradition of educating U.S. troops overseas after being awarded a new contract by the Department of Defense. The contract calls for UMUC to offer exclusive undergraduate and graduate instruction at military installations across Europe. UMUC first began sending faculty overseas in 1949 and has continuously served the higher education needs of active duty military and their families since. The new contract is renewed annually and extends through aca-

demic year 2022-2023. "Serving the needs of the U.S. military is in our DNA. We are extremely pleased and proud to continue our long history of educating troops overseas," said Javier Miyares, president of UMUC. "This award affirms the dedication of our faculty and staff abroad and the commitment that is shared throughout the university to providing a quality education to those who sacrifice so much to protect us." In addition to undergraduate liberal arts programs, active duty military personnel, their families and DOD civilians can earn graduate level degrees in a wide variety of disciplines, including cyber security, homeland

security, social work and business administration. Under the new contract, UMUC will offer its MBA program for the first time in the European Command, in addition to partnering with two other institutions in the University System of Maryland for first-time overseas programs. Frostburg State University and UMUC will offer an undergraduate teacher education program, while Salisbury University and UMUC will offer undergraduate and graduate (MSW) programs in social work. "Educating our troops is a privilege we take very seriously," said Dr. Allan Berg, UMUC

senior vice president and overseas director. "Our faculty and staff in Europe will strive to deliver the highest quality programs possible for our students." Faculty will teach at U.S. military installations in Belgium, Germany, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Turkey, the U.K. and other locations as required. As part of its contract to deliver undergraduate programs, UMUC also will manage National Test Centers at over 20 installations in Europe. These test centers administer a large variety of exams designed to help service members advance their careers by qualifying them for key certifications and credentials.

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Kids Talk: My Trip to Paestum By Ferdinando Johnston Photo by Simona Johnston

The past weekend my brother Simone and I went to see the city of Paestum. This city near Salerno used to be a Greek colony, part of Southern Italy, named Magna Grecia. The Greeks named this place after the God of the Sea, Poseidon. The Romans conquered Poseidonia around 273 B.C. and changed the name in Paestum. We all took a lot of pictures all around the temples. We especially loved the temple that had another temple built inside of it. After seeing the temples, we went to see the archeological museum nearby. There were so many good things to see there, like the prehistoric objects found in Paestum during WWII. They were actually discovered by U.S. Navy personnel! My favorite part of the museum was the Tomb of the Diver, painted in fresco style. It was a great adventure and we felt like we were in Greece!

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Constitution gets underway to celebrate america's 237th birthday for the ship's annual 4th of July turnaround cruise. More than 500 guests went underway with Old Ironsides for a three-hour tour of Boston harbor in celebration of Independence day. (Photo by STS2 Thomas Rooney)

USS Constitution Celebrated Independence Day with Underway, Naturalization Ceremony By MC2 Peter D. Melkus

USS Constitution got underway in Boston Harbor to kickoff the city's celebration of America's 237th birthday, followed by a naturalization ceremony where 26 new American citizens were administered the Oath of Allegiance July 4. Approximately 500 guests accompanied the 215-year-old Constitution on its second scheduled underway of 2013, including 150 winners of Constitution's annual Fourth of July public lottery drawing. "This is one of those moments of a lifetime that most people never get to experience, but it was an amazing moment for me to board and be on the ship while underway," said Susan Palmer, a turnaround cruise guest and distant relative of Capt. William Bainbridge, one of Constitution's commanding officers during the War of 1812. "This is just a magical day for me, and I'm so thankful to have

the chance to be here aboard a true piece of American history." Old Ironsides' three-hour tour of the harbor began at 11 a.m. and was highlighted with the firing of two gun salutes from two of the ship's long guns. The first was a 21-gun salute which occurred at noon near Fort Independence on Castle Island in honor of the United States. After the completion of the salute aboard Constitution, cannons stationed at Fort Independence then replied with a 21-gun salute of their own. Constitution's second salute, in honor of the city of Boston, was a 17-gun salute performed while passing U.S. Coast Guard Base Boston, the former site of the Edmund Hartt Shipyard where Old Ironsides was launched on Oct. 21, 1797. The shots honored the 16 states that comprised America at the time of Constitution's launch and one in honor of the ship itself. Constitution then returned to its berth at pier one in Charlestown Navy Yard at approximately 2 p.m. "It was a remarkable underway - I don't think you could ask for a better day to celebrate our Nation's independence in Boston," said Cmdr. Matt Bonner, Constitution's 72nd commanding officer. "To be aboard Constitution with 500 other people all celebrating the birth of our Nation is just an amazing feeling - you can really feel the patriotism running through everyone here." The July 4 underway also marked the final harbor cruise at the helm of Old Ironsides for Bonner, who is scheduled to transfer command of America's Ship of State to Cmdr. Sean Kearns on July 26. "It's been a fantastic tour," said Bonner. "I tell people this is the most personally and professionally rewarding experience I've ever had. Constitution has become a part of me, and though I'm saddened to be turning her over, I know Cmdr. Kearns will continue to build upon the legacy built by my predecessors over the past two centuries."

After the conclusion of the underway, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services hosted a naturalization ceremony aboard Constitution. Twenty-six candidates for U.S. citizenship were presented to the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts, listened to a pre-recorded message from President Barack Obama, and were then administered the Oath of Allegiance by the Honorable William G. Young, United States District Judge. The 26 candidates originated from the following 18 countries: Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Cape Verde, Cuba, Ethiopia, Greece, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Israel, Jamaica, Mexico, Morocco, People's Republic of China, Thailand, Ukraine, and United Kingdom. One of the candidates was Jodi Linney, Constitution's command ombudsman and wife of Constitution Sailor Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Kevin Linney. Linney, originally from Canada, has been married to her husband Kevin since 2009 and said that she had to keep putting off becoming a U.S. citizen for various reasons until the opportunity to be sworn-in as an American citizen aboard Constitution presented itself. "It's basically been a dream come true - I couldn't have asked for any better time or place for this event to have occurred in my life," said Linney. "(The ceremony) couldn't have been any more patriotic - I feel like my life has fully changed and I'm so excited about that change and to be able to fully support my husband and understand what he's fighting for every day." USS Constitution, the world's oldest commissioned warship afloat, actively defended sea lanes against global threats from 1797 to 1855. Now a featured attraction on Boston's Freedom Trail, Constitution and her crew of U.S. Navy Sailors offer community outreach and education about the ship's history to more than 500,000 visitors each year.

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M ORE I NSIDE P AGE … ONGOING/ON THE HORIZON continued THE NAPLES AREA SECOND CLASS PETTY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION is a newly founded association that 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. SAIL WITH THE NAPLES NATO YACHT CLUB (NNYC) AMERICAN TEAM. We are looking for Americans interested in participating in dinghy races sailed at the NNYC facilities on the island of Nisida. Experience not required. FMI, contact Bob & Shauna Bunnell at bunnellr54@gmail.com and bunnellshauna@aol.com SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST WORSHIP SERVICE takes place Saturdays at Support Site Chapel from 9 a.m. to noon. The schedule is: Sabbath School lessons, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.; songs and praise, 10:45 to 11 a.m.; Divine Service, 11 a.m. to noon. For more information, please contact Paolo Fleurant at 328194-6897 or naplesadventistsgroup@yahoo.com. CONNECT THE TOTS CLUB unites families with children from newborn to pre-school age within the Naples military community. Club events include monthly coffee mornings and birthday parties, weekly playgroups, craft activities and more. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/ Connect-theTots-Club. CATHOLIC WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL meets monthly in the Support Site Fellowship Hall for prayer, fellowship, and learning. Child care provided. We also meet Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Rosary and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. for bible study. For more information, e-mail cwocnaples@gmail.com or check out our Facebook page: Catholic Women of the Chapel - NSA Naples, Italy. HARRY S. TRUMAN LODGE No. 649 meets 6:30 p.m. every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact Kevin Baker at 338-479-7023 or hst649sec@yahoo.com, or visit http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/HST649. PUBLIC SPEAKING WITH TOASTMASTERS The Naples Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Meetings are held at the Support Site Community Center at 6:30 p.m. FMI, contact the Toastmasters president at 342-010-6263. GAETA/NAPLES AREA GIRL SCOUTS Now accepting registration for the 2012-13 school year. We are still in need of leaders and co-leaders. Training and support provided. FMI, contact naplesgs@yahoo.com. FILIPINO-AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NAPLES, ITALY meets at noon the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Ron Nacianceno at 081-568-1746 or 335-760-4446. Also check out the group’s Facebook page, Fil-Am Naples. THE U.S. MILITARY RETIREE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN ITALY (USMRA-SI) is the only association in Southern Italy representing the interests of U.S. retired military personnel and their survivors. If you are not a member and are eligible, please join the USMRA-SI at usmra-si.tripod.com. Point of contact: Wylie Miller, 329-208-7315. THE NAPLES CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL ASSOCIATION meets every month to support families who have chosen to educate their own children. We offer weekly park/pool days, a moms’ night out and field trips to explore Bella Napoli and beyond! Interested? Need more information? Considering homeschooling? Please contact Natalie Mack at NPMack3@aol.com. MEDITATION SITTING GROUP is held from 7 to 7:30 p.m. every Monday at the side chapel at the Support Site. Newcomers should stop by at 6:30 p.m. Participation is free. FMI, e-mail Laura Hitchcock at laura.poodle@ gmail.com. REGISTER FOR GRADUATE DEGREE ON-SITE PROGRAMS Visit the University of Phoenix and the University of Oklahoma to learn what on-site degree programs are offered in the Naples area. UP is at 081-568-6670 and OU is at 081-568-6672. Both colleges have offices at Capodichino in the Admin II building. REGISTER FOR ON-SITE UNDERGRADUATE CLASSES Visit the colleges for more information about what classes and programs are offered. UMUC Maryland can be reached at 081-568-6673/74/75; Central Texas College is at 081-568-6761. CALLING ALL NAPLES NURSES! Please consider joining the Naples Area Nurses Association (NANA). NANA is an organization of nurses that work together to fundraise, participate in social events, and provide support throughout the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples and NSA Naples community. FMI, contact Lt. Shelley Beltz at shelley.beltz @med.navy.mil or Lt. Jenny Paul at jenny.paul@med.navy.mil. THE WELFARE & RECREATION ASSOCIATION is available to meet associates every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its location on the first floor of Building 450 upstairs from Capo Landing. FMI, visit http://www. wraitalia.it. SECURITY NOTE: All DoD military or civilian personnel hosting an event off base must complete a Special Event Force Protection Plan (SEFPP) 45 days in advance, regardless of organization, if the event will involve 50 or more personnel, include distinguished visitors or involve personnel wearing uniforms. FMI, contact the AT/FP Division at 081-568-5525 or visit the division office in the Capodichino Security Precinct, Bldg. 403. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS hosts English-speaking AA meetings on and off base in the Naples area. For more information, call 347-544-0254 or visit http://www.aa-europe.net/countries/italy.htm. RELIGIOUS SERVICES AT U.S. NAVAL HOSPITAL NAPLES Tuesday Silent prayer (7:15-7:45 a.m.) in the hospital chapel. Traditional hymn and praise and worship music will be provided during this time. Wednesday Roman Catholic Mass (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) in the hospital chapel. Call 081811-6451 to confirm that Mass is being held. Thursday Men’s Fellowship and Bible Study (6-7 a.m.) in the hospital galley. SURE START is a unique program committed to providing the highest quality of education for command-sponsored children of enlisted personnel (priority to E1-E4) who are 4 years old by Sept. 1. FMI, call Karen Rodrigues at 081-811-4682 or the school at 081-811-4037. THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, San Gennaro council 14853, meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Support Site Fleet and Family Support Center. E-mail George Piette at kofcnaples@ gmail.com or visit http://sites.google.com/ site/kofcnaples/ home. CARNEY PARK LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION meets at 9 a.m. Mondays. All skill levels welcome. Discounted play with membership. FMI, call Carol Borkowski at 081-804-3345, or Carney Park Golf Course at 081-526-4296. EDIS SCREENINGS NOW AVAILABLE Room W09, Support Site Village Forum. For eligible children who have not reached their third birthday. If you are concerned about your child’s development, contact EDIS at 081-811-4676. LATINOS UNIDOS WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS Meetings are at 2 p.m. the first Sunday of every month at the Support Site park. For more info, contact Michael Cortez, Michael.cortez@eu.navy.mil, 334-6771-0327, or Gabriel Sermeno, Gabriel.sermeno@eu.navy.mil, 081-811-5554. CUB SCOUT PACK 007 Want to camp in Nettuno, hike in Cuma, go bowling or participate in swimming and archery? Then Cub Scouts is the place for you! Boys in first through fifth grade meet three times per month to learn skills that they apply on hiking, camping and service outings. FMI, contact naplescubmaster@gmail.com or visit www.cubscoutingnaples.org.

Friday, July 12 4:30 p.m.The Internship, PG-13 6 p.m. Pacific Rim, PG-13, Premiere Showing 7 p.m. This is the End, R, Premiere Showing Saturday, July 13 Despicable Me 2 PG (3D) 4 p.m. World War Z, PG-13 6 p.m. The Lone Ranger PG-13 7 p.m. White House Down, PG-13 3 p.m.

Sunday, July 14 Monsters University, G 4 p.m. The Lone Ranger, PG-13 6 p.m. Pacific Rim, PG-13 7 p.m. The Purge, R

Monday, July 15 Closed, No Movies Tuesday, July 16 Closed, No Movies Wednesday, July 17 4:30 p.m.Monsters University, G 6 p.m. World War Z, PG-13 (3D) 7 p.m. White House Down, PG-13 Thursday, July 18 4:30 p.m.Despicable Me 2, PG 6 p.m. World War Z, PG-13 Last Showing 7 p.m. The Purge, R

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Friday, July 19 4:30 p.m.After Earth, PG-13 6 p.m. The Internship, PG-13 7 p.m. Pacific Rim, PG-13 (3D)

Movie Descriptions HIS IS THE END, R, Cast: James Franco, Jonah Hill, Seth Rogen, Jay Baruchel, Danny McBride. Comedy, 107 min. Follows six friends trapped in a house after a series of strange and catastrophic events devastate Los Angeles. As the world unravels outside, dwindling supplies and cabin fever threaten to tear apart the friendships inside. Eventually, they are forced to leave the house, facing their fate and the true meaning of friendship and redemption.

ACIFIC RIM, PG-13, Cast: Idris Elba, Charlie Hunnam, Charlie Day, Ron Perlman, Clifton Collins Jr. Action/Adventure, 131 min. When legions of monstrous creatures, known as Kaiju, started rising from the sea, a war began that would take millions of lives and consume humanity's resources for years on end. To combat the giant Kaiju, a special type of weapon was devised: massive robots, called Jaegers, which are controlled simultaneously by two pilots whose minds are locked in a neural bridge. But even the Jaegers are proving nearly defenseless in the face of the relentless Kaiju. On the verge of defeat, the forces defending mankind have no choice but to turn to two unlikely heroes-a washed up former pilot and an untested trainee who are teamed to drive a legendary but seemingly obsolete Jaeger from the past. Together, they stand as mankind's last hope against the mounting apocalypse.

HE LONE RANGER, PG-13, Cast: Johnny Depp, Armie Hammer, Tom Wilkinson, William Fichtner, Barry Pepper. Action/ Adventure, 135 min. Native American warrior Tonto recounts the untold tales that transformed John Reid, a man of the law, into a legend of justice, taking the audience on a runaway train of epic surprises and humorous friction as the two unlikely heroes must learn to work together and fight against greed and corruption.

ESPICABLE ME 2, PG, Cast: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Benjamin Bratt, Miranda Cosgrove, Russell Brand. Animated, Comedy, Family, 98 min. In summer 2013, get ready for more Minion madness in Despicable Me 2. Chris Meledandri and his acclaimed filmmaking team create an all-new comedy adventure featuring the return of (former?) super-villain Gru (Steve Carell), his adorable girls, the unpredictably hilarious Minions...and a host of new and outrageously funny characters.

HE INTERNSHIP, PG-13, Cast: Vince Vaughn, Owen Wilson, Rose Byrne, Will Ferrell, John Goodman. Comedy, 119 min. Billy and Nick are salesmen whose careers

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have been torpedoed by the digital world. Trying to prove they are not obsolete, they defy the odds by talking their way into a coveted internship at Google, along with a battalion of brilliant college students. But, gaining entrance to this utopia is only half the battle. Now they must compete with a group of the nation's most elite, tech-savvy geniuses to prove that necessity really is the mother of re-invention. HE PURGE, R, Cast: Lena Headey, Ethan Hawke, Max Burkholder, Edwin Hodge, Rhys Wakefield. SciFi/Fantasy, Thriller, 85 min. In a futuristic America plagued by crime, the government sanctions a 12-hour period once a year in which all criminal activity is legal. When an intruder breaks into the home of James Sandin and his family, they must try to survive the night without compromising their personal moral code.

HITE HOUSE DOWN, PG-13, Cast: Channing Tatum, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jason Clarke, James Woods, Jamie Foxx. Action/Adventure, 137 min. Capital policeman John Cale has just been denied his dream job with the Secret Service of protecting President James Sawyer. Not wanting to let down his little girl with the news, he takes her on a tour of the White House, when the complex is overtaken by a heavily armed paramilitary group. Now, with the nation's government falling into chaos and time running out, it's up to Cale to save the president, his daughter, and the country.

ONSTERS UNIVERSITY, G, Cast: Billy Crystal, John Goodman, Steve Buscemi, Dave Foley, Julia Sweeney. Animation, Family, 102 min. Ever since college-bound Mike Wazowski was a little monster, he has dreamed of becoming a Scarer-and he knows better than anyone that the best Scarers come from Monsters University (MU). But during his first semester at MU, Mike's plans are derailed when he crosses paths with hotshot James P. Sullivan, "Sulley", a naturalborn Scarer. The pair's out-of-control competitive spirit gets them both kicked out of the University's elite Scare Program. To make matters worse, they realize they will have to work together, along with an odd bunch of misfit monsters, if they ever hope to make things right.

ORLD WAR Z, PG-13, Cast: Brad Pitt, James Badge Dale, Eric West, Mireille Enos, Matthew Fox. Action/Adventure, Horror, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, 115 min. Nations employee Gerry Lane traverses the globe in a race against time to stop a pandemic that is toppling armies and governments and threatening to decimate humanity itself.

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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Navy Counselor 1st Class Tammy Scott, a career counselor assigned to USS WASP, said the CSC is helpful in answering Sailors questions about the detailing process. "Some Sailors may think they need to talk directly to the detailer, and a lot of times that's just not the case," said Scott. "If there's something about maybe getting their PRD adjusted or a standard detailing question, the Sailor can call the CSC directly and the agent will find the answer." If the agent is unable to answer the question, or feels that the Sailor needs to speak directly to their detailer, the agent will transfer the Sailor to their individual detailer. Chief Personnel Specialist Lakisa Jones, a customer relations manager at NPC, said the CSC can also help Sailors decipher NAVADMINs. "It's a very valuable tool. Sometimes an "and" or "or" in a NAVADMIN can throw a person off and they need clarification. That's what we're here for." The CSC has approximately 35 representatives who assist Sailors and their family members. Together they receive 700 to 1,000 calls each day. Agents stay busy, but for Lewelling, the job is also rewarding. "I enjoy being on the phone because there is never a dull moment and each call is different. You learn something new every day," she said. Lewelling remembered a distraught woman called the CSC. She had just lost her spouse of 51 years. She was very emotional and didn't know what she needed to do. Lewelling was able to give her all the information she needed to get her survivor benefits. "She was so grateful," Lewelling said. "I like the customer service side of it. I like helping people." The CSC website is http://www. public.navy.mil/bupersnpc/organization/ NPC/CSC/Pages/default.aspx The call center is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CST. •1-866-U-ASK-NPC or 1-866-827-5672 • DSN 882-5672 • TDD for Hearing Impaired: 1-866-297-1971 Sailors can email questions to cscmailbox@navy.mil Fax Selection Board Packages to (901) 874-2043 or (901) 874-2044 NPC also answers questions on Facebook and Twitter: • https://www.facebook.com/NavyPersonnelCommand • http://twitter.com/NPCPAO

FRUKUS 2013 Wraps Up

adm. Mark e. Ferguson (Official U.S. Navy file photo)

Vice Chief to Fleet Leaders: Preventing Sexual Assault Begins With You From Vice Chief of Naval Operations Public Affairs

From U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/ U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs

The multinational training exercise FRUKUS 2013, came to a close July 3, after completing both at-sea and in-port training while in port Brest, France, June 25 - July 2. FRUKUS was created in 2003 to aid in talks between France, Russia, U.K, and United States. FRUKUS 2013 focused on improving maritime security through open dialogue and increased training of the participating nations, as well as promoting friendship, mutual understanding and cooperation. During the exercise, U.S. participants worked side-by-side with other partner-nations at sea and ashore to foster multinational interoperability. "We learned a lot from each other; it was a rewarding training opportunity and we had a great time," said Cmdr. Cory Blaser, commanding officer, USS Nicholas (FFG 47). "The partnerships, cooperation and friendships forged during this exercise are critical to the promotion of peace in the region." During the training, the guided-missile frigate USS Nicholas (FFG 47), homeported in Norfolk, participated in boarding drills, damage control training and sporting events. The sponsorship rotates between the four navies, with the lead nation traditionally providing a blend of professional and cultural activities. FRUKUS is an annual exercise aimed at improving maritime security through an open dialogue and increased training between the navies of France, Russia, United Kingdom and United States.

In a message to flag officers, commanding officers, and officers in charge, Vice Chief of Naval Operations (VCNO) Adm. Mark Ferguson highlighted Navywide accountability for sexual assault, July 8. The message explains the Navy will soon announce policies and programs to address sexual assault across the fleet and sets the expectation Navy leadership will do everything they can to prevent the crime. "Sexual assault ruins lives, divides teams, and erodes trust. As leaders, we must provide our Sailors a responsible, professional, and safe environment in which to work and live," said Ferguson in the message. Ferguson told fleet leaders that preventing the crime of sexual assault starts with command climate. They must create atmospheres of trust

pacific partnership Visits Marshall Islands hospital Corpsman 2nd Class abner Boquiron examines a Marshallese patient's eyes at a medical civicaction project during pacific partnership 2013 in Gugeegue, Marshall Islands, July 9. pacific partnership is a mission that brings host nation governments, U.s. military, partner nation militaries and non-governmental organization volunteers together to conduct disaster-preparedness projects and build relationships in the Indo-asia-pacific region to better respond during a crisis. (Photo by MC2 Carlos M. Vazquez II)

and confidence that ensure Sailors can report sexual assault or sexual harassment without fear of retribution or retaliation. He also stressed that once victims report crimes, it is the responsibility of the chain of command to ensure victims receive the appropriate level of care and support. Command climate has a role in not only reassuring victims, but in sending a message that committing sexual assault will not be tolerated. "We must reaffirm our commitment to our shipmates, and our actions must make clear to potential perpetrators of this crime that they will be held appropriately accountable," Ferguson said. Telling leaders "this is our issue to solve," he reminded them they are accountable for – ensuring all Sailors are treated with dignity and respect, – incorporating sexual assault

prevention measures into their commands, – providing responsive victim support, – ensuring all unrestricted sexual assault allegations are promptly reported to NCIS and investigated, and – holding offenders appropriately accountable. In the near future, the Navy will announce additional policies and programs to address sexual assault, including a continued effort to highlight the responsible use of alcohol. The goal of these programs is to promote safe living and working environments across the Navy. Get more information and resources to combat sexual assault at www.sapr.navy.mil. Sexual assault affects Navy readiness, and the Navy is committed to preventing sexual assault. Join the Navy's conversation about sexual assault on social media and help raise awareness by using #NavySAPR.

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Capt. Craig Clapperton, commanding officer of Uss Mount Whitney (LCC 20), presents Gaeta Mayor Cosmo Mitrano a U.s. flag during Gaeta Friendship day. (Photo by MC1 Collin Turner)

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Right: sailors assigned to the U.s. 6th Fleet Band march in formation during Gaeta Friendship day, recognizing the relationship between the U.s. navy and the ship’s host community of Gaeta, Italy.

Bottom: sailors assigned to the U.s. 6th Fleet flagship Uss Mount Whitney (LCC 20) march in formation during Gaeta Friendship day, July 9. (Photos by MC1 Collin Turner)

FFSC Tip of the Week: Documents to Keep During a PCS From the Fleet and Family Support Center

• Medical and immunization records. These records are very important in case of an emergency. Immunization records are important for school age children when you go to enroll the child in school or daycare. • Birth Certificates and Social Security Cards. These documents prove important in many scenarios. It is important that you keep these in a safe place. Once you arrive at your destination, make sure you return these documents to a safe deposit box or fire safe. • LES Statement. Your LES is a document commonly asked for when applying for a home loan or an apartment. • Marriage Certificates or Divorce Decrees. These documents are necessary to fix problems in DEERS and your BAH. Like Birth Certificates and Social Security Cards, they should only be carried shorts periods of time and returned to a safe after arriving at your new home. • Orders. Your orders have important information that may be needed during your transition. Keep several copies on hand so you are ready when you are asked to produce them. • Moving paperwork. Keep information on the moving company, your transportation office

representative, and your list of household goods. Hopefully you will not need this information, however, you will be prepared if you do. • Insurance information • Passports • Power of Attorney. The original signed and notarized Power of Attorney may be necessary during you move. This is important for families rotating at different times. Obtain this prior to leaving and exercise caution in your choice of who you grant this power. • Tax Returns. These may prove useful in many uncommon ways. Your Tax Returns provide financial information that may help you budget or apply for Student Financial Aide. By hand carrying these documents, you will be prepared for many scenarios. Be sure to keep the documents safe while traveling by air and put them in a safety deposit box or fire safe upon arriving at your new station. If you do not want to carry all of this paperwork, consider scanning certain documents to keep on a disk or jump drive, just make sure you keep it secure place during your travels and your arrival. Your PSC preparation can help you have a stress free move. Please contact the FFSC with any questions at DSN: 629-6372/Commercial: 081-811-6372.

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Capitals of Europe

army staff sergeant George smith hosting his morning dJ show from aFn nuremberg in 1979. the station later moved to Rose Barracks, Vilseck, and is now known as aFn Bavaria. (Photo by Randy Gingrich)

Capitals of

At night, the Weisskirchen signal skipped across the English Channel into the United Kingdom. AFN first broadcast from BBC studios in London on July 4, 1943, but American broadcasts in the island nation ended after the war. Ironically, a generation of English-speaking kids was among those trying hardest to pick up the faint American radio signal because in the 1950s, Brits weren’t hearing jazz, blues and rock on their local radio stations. One of the lads listening in was Led Zeppelin front man Robert Plant. He talked to David Letterman about why he chose the crackly distant AFN signal over local radio stations in the United Kingdom. “We didn’t have the same cultural exchange you had. We didn’t have Black America,” he said. “We couldn’t turn our dial and get an absolutely amazing kaleidoscope of music. Now and then, if you were lucky, there was this American Forces Network radio coming out of Germany. If you were lucky, you could hear Muddy Waters or Little Richard coming through the waves.” Plant and Zeppelin’s lead guitarist, Jimmy Page, both say American blues and jazz heavily influenced their music. They got that exposure by listening to the American military’s radio network in the 1950s. “To hear current releases, you tuned in AFN and hoped that you could catch the title of something after they played it,” Page said in an interview with Rolling Stone Magazine. At the same time another future musician, Van Morrison, was struggling to tune in AFN as a boy growing up in Northern Ireland. The singer of rock classics “Brown Eyed Girl,” “Moon Dance,” even wrote a song about trying to listen to AFN back then called “In the Days Before Rock and Roll.” The impact of AFN on Bill Wyman, the bass player for the Rolling Stones for 31 years, was even stronger. He was a British soldier stationed in Germany listening to AFN Munich at night. According to the German audio magazine “Schau ins Land,” Wyman said he was so fascinated with what he was hearing that he went out and bought a guitar to play, and that without AFN Munich he would not have become a musician and certainly would not have been with the Rolling Stones. AFN played a major role in introducing American country music to Europe. In Germany, clubs featuring line dancing, Western garb and country music popped up in the ‘70s and ‘80s, such as the huge club “Nashville” near Nuremberg. Germans started forming bands such as Truck Stop, with country songs in German. In one tune, they sang about wanting to listen to Dave Dudley, Charlie Pride and Hank Snow, but AFN was too far away. German radio stations started their own country music DJ shows. German radio and TV personality Fritz Egner said the Munich-based producers of Donna Summer’s disco classics listened to AFN for inspiration. Another Munich-based group, Silver Convention (“Fly Robin Fly”) used an AFN newscaster for one of their tracks. Egner said an early ‘60s German newspaper survey indicated more than twice as many Germans were listening to AFN than Americans. “AFN was probably the best ambassador for the U.S. in the post-war era,” said Egner. “It was sort of like a radio station from another planet. They played the music we didn’t hear and presented it in a different kind of way.” Egner got his broadcasting start with AFN, where he was known as AFN Munich’s tap dancing engineer. His side-kick role on AFN led to a German radio station hiring him as a DJ. He then went on to host several popular German TV programs, including a version of Candid Camera. Around Europe, other stations were looking for AFN

DJs to bring their “crazy” American style of show to their airwaves. In Belgium, one of the biggest classic rock DJs on the air today started with AFN SHAPE, Patrick Bauwens. Radio Luxembourg hired former AFN Soldier Benny Brown and he’s still playing the hits. AFN Berlin’s Air Force Sgt. Rik De Lisle left the military to become a radio DJ and program director for German radio. My former boss, AFN Nuremberg’s Mike Haas, left the Army to become the founding program director of radio station Antenne Bayern in 1988 and still works in Germany as a media consultant. AFN music served as a bridge with the United States and a generation of future politicians. Germany’s foreign minister and vice chancellor from 1998-2003, the Green Party’s Joschka Fischer, said the music he listened to on AFN heavily influenced him. According to the book “Joschka Fischer and the Making of the Berlin Republic,” when asked who had a more profound influence on him, Bob Dylan or Karl Marx, Fischer snapped, “Clearly Bob Dylan. His music has always been a highly emotional thing for me ... I wanted to be free.” Other Green Party officials felt a similar bond with AFN. When the American military was about to leave Berlin and Frankfurt Green Party leaders asked if AFN could stay, not realizing that the network was as much a part of the American military as the infantry. A politician from another German party, the CDU’s former state of Hessen Minister Roland Koch, said he learned to speak English by listening to AFN. He, like a generation of Germans now in their 40s-through60s, started to listen for the music, then got interested in learning English to understand the lyrics. It was during my two years as an Army staff sergeant DJ in AFN Nuremberg from 1979-81 that I personally came to understand the depth of the impact AFN had made on its “shadow audience” of nonAmerican listeners. Both happened when I was doing the morning show with the air name, “Gorgeous George.” While that moniker could have gotten me sued for truth in advertising, it was a lot more memorable than my real name, George Smith. At least one host national agreed with me. One night I went to the biggest disco in town and was shocked to hear him open his microphone, call himself AFN’s Gorgeous George and proceed to use some of my favorite corny lines from my shows. Color me shocked but flattered. An ever bigger surprise came later that year when the buzzer to our station rang and an American wearing civilian clothes walked in with a younger man shadowing him. It turned out the younger man listened to my show in then-communist Czechoslovakia, escaped across the border and now wanted to meet me. I asked him why he listened to AFN and he replied in hesitant English, “We get Voice of America in our village, but we like listening to you. You are a Soldier talking to other Soldiers - you’re going to tell them the truth.” While AFN still has loyal European listeners, there are fewer of them, because now many European radio stations sound like U.S. stations. In Germany, some stations play almost all English-language music. Stations even have names like Big FM, Planet Radio or You FM. Sometimes the only hint you’ll get that you’re listening to a German station is when you hear a song with a chorus of non-bleeped out profanity that could turn the baby’s formula to cheddar or melt the FCC’s complaint line. English language bad words don’t count as bad words on German radio. The fact that Europeans sought out our music and folded it into their culture is something every American can take pride in. Europeans value our diverse music. Our nation didn’t try to sell them or influence them to listen. They chose to.

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answer to last week’s puzzle

AIRWAVES

Obtaining your Sojourner Permit Italian law requires all foreign personnel working or living within Italy, other than an active-duty member under military orders, to obtain a Sojourner Permit within eight days of arrival in Italy. This is different from a visa, which is merely an approval for entry into the country. All applicants over 14 years of age must apply in person, as each person's signature is required at the time of application. NATIONALS OF ANY STATE OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY COMING TO ITALY DO NOT REQUIRE ANY VISA OR SOJOURNER PERMIT. As part of the Area Orientation process, the U.S. Region Legal Service Office (RLSO EURAFSWA) assists in the preparation and oversees the acquisition of the Sojourner Permit for all personnel attached to U.S. Navy commands in the Naples area. Army and Air Force personnel stationed at JFC must apply through the Carabiniere at the JFC Provost Marshall's Office, Building L. Contact Connie Henderson, RLSO EURAFSWA liaison advisor, at 081-5684639 for more information.

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

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Scarletta Performs at Support Site

Above: scarletta, a country/rock band from nashville, tenn., performs for community members at the support site's Central park, July 7, during a tour of europe with navy entertainment.

Right: the Jimenez and Rufo families pose for a photo with aubrey Collins of scarletta during a break in their performance at naval suport activity naples, July 9. (Photos by MC1 Travis Simmons)

Benji harris of scarletta singing aerosmith's "sweet emotions" during their concert at the support site's Central park.

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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO) NOTICE: The Department of the Navy announced a hiring freeze effective Jan. 14. Effective immediately, all appropriated funds, U.S. and local national vacancy announcements will be placed on hold until further notice. However, some positions are exempt from the hiring freeze as per the Secretary of the Navy (Manpower & Reserve Affairs) guidance issued Jan. 28. Announcements for exempt positions will be advertised as normal on this page. HRO WEBSITE: http://www.cnic.navy. mil/regions/cnreurafswa/about/jobs. html Please contact us at 081-568-5409 for any questions. The Human Resources Office is located in the Admin I building at Capodichino, first floor. The customer service hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Applications are accepted at the Security Pass and ID Office at Capodichino, OR at the HRO, located in Admin 1, Capodichino, OR by mailing to: HRO, PSC 817 Box 29, FPO AE 09622, OR at Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) located on the TLA first floor, at Support Site. HRO must receive mailed applications by closing date of the vacancy announcement. PLEASE NOTE: Customer service operation hours for the following HRO services are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: • ID/CAC CARDS (DD1172-2) • Requests for an Official Passport (DD1056) • Logistical Support Letters • Work Certificates

U.S. POSITIONS NOTE: Effective May 1, CONUS hires currently residing in the Naples/Gaeta commuting areas must apply through USAJOBS in order to receive consideration.

OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT Educational Aid (CDC/CYP), GS-1702-02 KPP 03 KPP 04, ANN #EUR13-537395-AG, (Multiple Positions), Full Time Permanent. Next Cut Off-Date: July 25.

LOCAL NATIONALS (LN) POSITIONS NO VACANCIES If you have any questions, contact the front desk at 081-568-5409. You will be contacted within 24 hours, so please be sure to provide your contact information. Thank you and we appreciate your input, whether negative or positive so that we can find ways to improve the HRO services or continue to provide excellent service. As a reminder, an HRO representative is available for the bi-weekly "Meet & Greet" at the Support Site food court area. Please feel free to come by, pick up a copy of a vacancy announcement that you may be interested in applying for, or ask questions. If the HRO representative is unable to provide you a response, he or she will bring the question back to the HRO office and you will be provided an answer or a call back the same day. The next "Meet & Greet" is from 8-9 a.m. July 15.

NON-APPROPRIATED FUND (NAF) POSITIONS Fleet & Family Readiness NAF Local Naples job announcements within CNREURAFSWA may be viewed at: www.cnic.navy.mil/ Naples/FleetAndFamilyReadiness /AboutFleetAndFamilyReadiness /Jobs/index.htm The necessary application forms are also available online. For any questions you have, you may reach us at 081-568-5612/4164.

NSA NAPLES U.S. POSITIONS, MWR OPEN CONTINUOUS POSITIONS Child and Youth Programs Assistant, CY-1702-I/II, ANN# 13-071, (Multiple Positions). Regular full time/ part-time/ flexible. Child Development Centers, School Age Care, Youth Programs, Capodichino/Support Site. Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in a Child and Youth Program setting Performs routine, dayto-day care of infants and children ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years old. Assembles or gathers materials and equipment necessary to execute School Age Care for children ranging from 6 years old to 9 years old, School Age Care Pre-Teen for children ranging from 10 years old to 12 years old, and Teen Center Program for children ranging from 13 years old to 18 years old. Receives and releases children to/from authorized parents, guardian. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-002, flexible, Auto/ Skills Center, Support Site. Provides information concerning facility, operation and regulations. Ensures adherence to regulations and safety procedures. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-042, flexible, Golf Course, Carney Park. Collects green fees (monthly and daily), locker fees and fees for electric cart rentals. Employee will act as starter when needed on weekdays and assist when needed as cashier. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-044, flexible, NOR Center, Carney Park. Provides and maintain recreation and athletic equipment issue. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#12-155, flexible, Liberty Division, Capodichino. Helps the customers in the recreation center with recreational events. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01 (Theater Concessionaire) ANN# 13-015, flexible, Reel Time Theater II, Support Site. This position transacts the sale of refreshments at the theater snack bar. Recreation Aid, NF-0189-01, ANN#13-035, flexible Fitness Branch, Capodichino/Support Site. Performs maintenance on various types of recreation and athletic equipment to ensure that all equipment is in good condition and safe for patron use. Food Service Worker, NA7408-04, ANN#13-036 flexible, Bowling Center, Support Site. Performs a variety of tasks such as grilling or frying pancakes, hamburgers, hot dogs, bacon, eggs, sausage, by watching while the items are cooking, turning as required; regulating temperature and removing when done. Lifeguard, NF-0189-01, ANN # 13-061 (Multiple positions) temporary flexible (Seasonal Employment) Aquatics Division, Carney Park/Support Site. Works as instructor, safeguards and supervises swimmers and bathers in pool area. Open Until Filled.

CNREURAFSWA NAF U.S POSITION CYP Operation Clerk, NF0303-02, ANN#13-065, (Multiple Positions) regular full time/part time & flexible, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, CYP Division, Naples. The purpose of this Child and Youth Program Operations Clerk is to serve as a contact point for information and perform clerical and administrative tasks in support of the CYP, which includes Child Development Centers (CDCs), Child Development Homes (CDH), School Age Care (SAC) pro-

grams, Youth program (YP). Open Until Filled. CYP Leader, CY-1702-II, ANN#13-083 regular full time, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, CYP Division, Teen Center, Support Site, Naples. The purpose of the CY Program Leader (CYP) is to provide appropriate development care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more CY programs. This includes the provision of guidance, assistance, and mentoring for the CY Program Assistants. Open Until Filled.

NEX EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Gricignano, Building 2091-B Call 081-813-5253/5254 Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For a current list of U.S. vacancies and the on-line application, please visit our website at: https: //www.NavyExchange.jobs.

U.S. NAF POSITIONS AVAILABLE GRICIGNANO MAIN STORE Customer Ann#1300021H Service/Front End Supervisor/CS/NF-02/RFT- Closes: Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $11.0013.00. Job Summary: Job Summary: Responsible for supervising a group of associates that perform a variety of customer service duties including special orders, foreign currency exchange, Western Union, merchandise returns, etc Ann#130001L3 Lead Cashier Checker/CC/NF-01/RFT. Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $10.0011.00. Responsible for leading associates engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail checkout areas. Ann#130001VX Lead Security Guard/52/NF-01/RFTOpen Until Filled. Pay Rate: $10.00-13.00. Job Summary: Responsible for leading associates engaged in the enforcement of security measures; conducts inspections; prepares reports concerning security related incidents, etc. Ann#1300021H Customer Service Clerk/CS/NF-02/RFTCloses: Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.50-$10.00. Job Summary: Performs a variety of customer service duties including special orders, foreign currency exchange, Western Union, merchandise returns, etc. Ann#130001T2 Security Guard/ 52/NF-01/Flex. Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $9.00-$11.00. Ensures enforcement of security measures; conducts inspections; prepares reports concerning security related incidents, etc. Ann#130001L4 Store Worker/

W3/NA-02/Flex – Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $10.23. Performs various duties including loading/unloading merchandise and cart retrieval in an Exchange store, storeroom and/or location. Ann#1300023Z Cashier Checker/CC/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Job Summary: Associates engaged in the operation of cash registers to record sales in retail checkout areas. Ann#13000240 Sales Clerk/ HL/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Electronics, Housewares, Domestics, Furniture, and Gifts departments. Ann#1300023U Sales Clerk/ CL/NF-01/FPT- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Cosmetics, Health & Personal Care, Sporting Goods, Garden, Christmas Shop, Pets, and Cough and Cold departments. Ann#13000241 Sales Clerk/ SL/NF-01/FPT- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and displayed for the Jewelry, Mens, Ladies, Shoes, Cosmetics, Handbags, and Children’s departments. DISTRIBUTION CENTER, GRICIGNANO Ann#130001T1 Warehouse Worker/83/NA-05/Flex - Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $12.75. Job Summary: Responsible for one or more functions (receiving, storing, issuing and shipping, etc.) within a warehouse

area. May be assisted by several lower grade associates. CAPODICHINO NEX MART Ann#130001NR Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. Ann#1300024K Customer Service Clerk/MM/NF-01/RFT- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $9.00$10.50. Job Summary: Performs a variety of customer service duties including special orders, foreign currency exchange, Western Union, merchandise returns, etc. GRICIGNANO MINI MART Ann#12000343 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex. Open until filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. JFC-NATO MINI MART (Lago Patria) No Vacancies LATINA MINI MART Ann#120002U5 Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$10.00. Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. ROME EMBASSY MINI MART Ann#1300024L Sales Clerk/ MM/NF-01/Flex- Open Until Filled. Pay Rate: $8.00-$9.50. Job Summary: Responsible for selling general merchandise to customers and ensuring merchandise is properly stocked and available. GAETA MINI MART No Vacancies